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I ordered this on ebay after watching the video on youtube.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=9RaUUN1Pgh4
I have to say I'm pretty impressed with it. Very unique design. It's hard, and rubberized to so you can keep a good grip on it.
It's not cheap, I paid about 60 bucks USD for it. Check it out, you guys might like it., I know I do!
Cheers!
Thank you for that! Bit bulky, but has cool features. Please give us an update when it arrives.
Same here. Too bulky and cheaplooking for my taste.
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Did look at one like that but I thought it was a bit bulky too. Like the hard front cover for bag protection though.
Using this one on mine with a screen protector and a slip case, for bag protection
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-GEL-CAS..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item2c58e50d25
It is excellent quality and offers good bump and scratch protection. It does not increase the footprint much and has a nice lip on the edge to give you a good purchase on the tab while holding it.
Cut outs for ports and buttons are spot on and have enough room around them for a the cables to attach correctly (others do not!)
For the price I am very pleased.
Love the kickstand.
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bisto321 said:
Did look at one like that but I thought it was a bit bulky too. Like the hard front cover for bag protection though.
Using this one on mine with a screen protector and a slip case, for bag protection
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-GEL-CAS..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item2c58e50d25
It is excellent quality and offers good bump and scratch protection. It does not increase the footprint much and has a nice lip on the edge to give you a good purchase on the tab while holding it.
Cut outs for ports and buttons are spot on and have enough room around them for a the cables to attach correctly (others do not!)
For the price I am very pleased.
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I have the same case in pink and love it, but I got it at daydeal dot com.
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bisto321 said:
Did look at one like that but I thought it was a bit bulky too. Like the hard front cover for bag protection though.
Using this one on mine with a screen protector and a slip case, for bag protection
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-GEL-CAS..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item2c58e50d25
It is excellent quality and offers good bump and scratch protection. It does not increase the footprint much and has a nice lip on the edge to give you a good purchase on the tab while holding it.
Cut outs for ports and buttons are spot on and have enough room around them for a the cables to attach correctly (others do not!)
For the price I am very pleased.
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I bought the 2nd case for my Galaxy TAB and it's exactly the same case like yours except with white side.
It's cheap but it's good.
The case posted by Big_Totoro is good but, kinda worried the front lid with standing stoppers
which might eventually create marking or scratches on Galaxy TAB screen.
I'm using Incipio Silicrylic with kickstand. It is very nice and rugged. The kickstand kind of sucks but I contacted Incipio and they are going to work something out. Kickstand aside, the case is nice and heavy duty without adding much bulk.
I ordered this case in black just over a week ago and it arrived today. Brilliant fit, barely adds any weight while the device feels fully supported. The different prop positions are also great. My only concern was that it wouldnt fold back on itself to allow good usage one handed, but it a actually folds back on itself really well.
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Got mine
It isn't really very bulky. compared to a 3mm rubber skin yeah it is, but that isn't going to give you any protection anyhow
The rubberized outside is very grippy. Easy to hold in one hand without the fear of slippage.
The "stand" parts don't contact the screen at all when closed. It might if you have pressure applied to it, but again, it is soft rubberized finish on those stant peices as well on the inside.
The fit is brilliant. Leaving all the external buttons accessible. The front cover folds back easily, and don't fold over on itself at all.
It feels very sturdy and rugged. Not cheap feeling at all.
Just goin to touch on the "bulkiness" topic again briefly. Most leather or PU leather cases I have looked at at alot bulker than this case. While that MAY off a little more padding, I have noticed that most of those leather cases, the clasp interfers with the view of the screen.
Just my 2 cents
Cheers guys!
Thank you. I haven't found a retailer in Europe though. I hope this will change.
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bisto321 said:
Did look at one like that but I thought it was a bit bulky too. Like the hard front cover for bag protection though.
Using this one on mine with a screen protector and a slip case, for bag protection
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-GEL-CAS..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item2c58e50d25
It is excellent quality and offers good bump and scratch protection. It does not increase the footprint much and has a nice lip on the edge to give you a good purchase on the tab while holding it.
Cut outs for ports and buttons are spot on and have enough room around them for a the cables to attach correctly (others do not!)
For the price I am very pleased.
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The first peice of accessories for my Tab looks wonderfull I like it , price is fair
Got the same hard case in black, OP said rubberized finish, though mine is more like a textured finish, not sure if there are 2 types?
looks a little plasticy?
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Yes, certainly not what I would call rubbery or soft-touch. I haven't heard back from the seller yet.
Mine is Black as well. I guess we have a difference of opinion on what rubbery feel is
Its hard plastic with a rubberized coating. I dont know how else to explain it. Its not silicon rubbery or so rubbery that it would rub away.
Its not squishy, but its definatly not slippery. So there is a ruberized coating on it.
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just got my GT for a week, i saw this case on "yeebay"
will order one during or after the xmas/NY holiday, so i'll receive it as soon as the post office people start working.
Just an update, it turns out that there are 2 versions - the GLARE is not rubberized. I bought this for ~$40 from the seller. According to the seller, this cost less than the rubberized and it made sense cause he is selling the "other" version for ~$60. But when I went back & look at the item # I bought from (he still has units selling under the same item #), the price has gone up to ~$60.
I think the case is fine as is and will not spend return shipping & extra $60 to get the rubberized finish, just put that towards a leather case instaed.
Hi Big_Totoro,
How did you find it at Ebay? I've no idea how it is called or who build it (Manufactor). I was not able to find it anywhere in the web. Can you give me a hint?
Merry Christmas to all people out there!
I bought one of these too and absolutely love it. The fit is perfect, the ergonomics are fantastic (someone has spent a lot of time thinking about how this will be used so it supports all positions), it provides great protection, and the rubberised surface feels great.
I reckon this is the best case I have bought for any device- most useful, and if anything the device feels smaller to me in the case- an illusion obviously, but a testament to the quality of it.
I bought a few cases for my tab, but this is the only one that I will be using
Hey saw this and thought you case hunters would like to check it out.
I am going to order one next week. They look super awesome and are only 14 bucks.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-TPU...ccessories&hash=item35bec3a4cd#ht_9605wt_1265
Got some pictures for you, Oh and it comes with a screen protector also.
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Hey saw this and thought you case hunters would like to check it out.
I am going to order one next week. They look super awesome and are only 14 bucks.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-TPU...ccessories&hash=item35bec3a4cd#ht_9605wt_1265
Got some pictures for you, Oh and it comes with a screen protector also.
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I saw this too, the other day. Couldn't work out whether it was just posh photography or whether this case actually will be better quality. Let me know how it is when you get it!
You say its the best tpu case so far but you haven't even ordered it yet..?
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You say its the best tpu case so far but you haven't even ordered it yet..?
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That's XDA for you. Posts like that plague almost every forum here lol. -_-
This is the fourth or fifth thread in this forum in the last week about this particular case, and they've all been from people who haven't ordered them.
I'd almost think the creator was trying to spam the site and drum up some business... but I'm naturally paranoid. Anywho, buy one and test it before you put up another redundant thread!
-Ara
I sure do like that baby blue color though... I'd order one for half the price! :angel:
I ordered this the day it was made available by nillkin about two weeks ago. I should be getting it any day now but judging my the nillkin case I use on my Galaxy Nexus I'm pretty confident it should be a quality case. Will update once I get it.
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i would pay extra if it doesnt come with that stupid logo
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I saw this and just by looking at it, it seems pretty nice and high quality. A lot of the TPU skins are just S or X cases. That arent to nice. This is unique and the baby blue is nice.
I will order and post pictures when I receive it.
I was just trying to let everyone know about the cool case I found
How does that Msrware case in any way equate to a TPU cover?
/edit, just realised he's a spammer.
A spammer? Man tough crowd, this is like one of my first actual posts cus I thought the case looked cool. Chill damn. Looks like Im never gonna post a thread again. I just was trying to get the word out. I will post pictures when I get the case...
Troute said:
How does that Msrware case in any way equate to a TPU cover?
/edit, just realised he's a spammer.
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I am a spammer? Please dont tell em your calling me a spammer? I am posting a thread about a case. Thats all. If you dont like it leave. I thought it was cool looking so I posted a thread. I have been part of XDA now for 2 years. My activity has been minimal but when I actually think to post something I get called a spammer?
Not cool man!
I will post pictures when I get it I ordered the See through and Baby Blue.
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I am a spammer? Please dont tell em your calling me a spammer? I am posting a thread about a case. Thats all. If you dont like it leave. I thought it was cool looking so I posted a thread. I have been part of XDA now for 2 years. My activity has been minimal but when I actually think to post something I get called a spammer?
Not cool man!
I will post pictures when I get it I ordered the See through and Baby Blue.
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The post he's talking about is now deleted, and the poster is gone. These folks aren't necessarily talking about you. This same case has been posted multiple times by actual spammers, and your topic states "Best TPU Case so far" though you don't have it yet. By your activity on the site it's obvious to me that you're not spamming, though.
Oh ok, Sorry for my ignorance. I didnt know. But I will post pictures when I get it. I shouldnt have posted about this and named it best TPU case when i havent even received it yet. Sorry again community. My bad lol. Also I checked the first couple pages and didnt see a post about this case so I said Ill do it myself then lol.
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This ^ thank you Mr Ziffer
Has anyone bought and received this case yet??
My case finally came after 3 weeks. I have a Nillkin case and screen protector on my Galaxy Nexus so I was expecting the same type of quality.
It's a great case and exactly what I expected.
The screen protector is cut very, very close so if you don't get it spot on, you will be getting bubbles anywhere it goes over the edge. I got it virtually perfect but had minor bubbling over one corner and the anal person in me just couldn't stand it so I simply sliced a little bit off with a pair of scissors and now it's perfect. It comes with a cloth and also a large sticker to remove dust particles stuck between the protector and screen during installation.
The case itself is glossy but tactile offering a good grip. It's neither particularly a fingerprint or dust magnet which is good. The 2 long edges are textured which I thought from the picture would have added more grip but it's actually the opposite. That's actually a good thing though allowing your fingers and hands to slide along the edges with ease when interacting with the screen instead of getting stuck. The fit is snug and does not cause the screen protector to lift up. The cutouts are big (for all the various holes plus the power/volume) so it should be no problem with various headphones or USB wires. It doesn't add much thickness to the device but still offers enough protection from scratches and minor bumps.
I could add pics but the ones from the website are accurate and do the case justice: http://www.nillkin.com/En/ProductView.asp?ID=2875
I got the black one and it looks really nice, especially from the front straight on as the case covers the silver bezel making the entire front all black. I definitely recommend this case. If anyone has any questions, I'll be happy to answer any.
Hwaiting said:
My case finally came after 3 weeks. I have a Nillkin case and screen protector on my Galaxy Nexus so I was expecting the same type of quality.
It's a great case and exactly what I expected.
The screen protector is cut very, very close so if you don't get it spot on, you will be getting bubbles anywhere it goes over the edge. I got it virtually perfect but had minor bubbling over one corner and the anal person in me just couldn't stand it so I simply sliced a little bit off with a pair of scissors and now it's perfect. It comes with a cloth and also a large sticker to remove dust particles stuck between the protector and screen during installation.
The case itself is glossy but tactile offering a good grip. It's neither particularly a fingerprint or dust magnet which is good. The 2 long edges are textured which I thought from the picture would have added more grip but it's actually the opposite. That's actually a good thing though allowing your fingers and hands to slide along the edges with ease when interacting with the screen instead of getting stuck. The fit is snug and does not cause the screen protector to lift up. The cutouts are big (for all the various holes plus the power/volume) so it should be no problem with various headphones or USB wires. It doesn't add much thickness to the device but still offers enough protection from scratches and minor bumps.
I could add pics but the ones from the website are accurate and do the case justice: http://www.nillkin.com/En/ProductView.asp?ID=2875
I got the black one and it looks really nice, especially from the front straight on as the case covers the silver bezel making the entire front all black. I definitely recommend this case. If anyone has any questions, I'll be happy to answer any.
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We want pics! Official pictures are never enough, for me anyway.
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We want pics! Official pictures are never enough, for me anyway.
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Here you go (hope this works)!
You gotta love the Google translation:
Hi XDA! I am looking for my PERFECT case/smartcover for the Nexus 7.
So the official Nexus 10 has a smart cover that is incorporated into the "rubber feet" on the back. Today, while walking through a mall, I saw these Blackberry Z10 smartcovers that are incorporated into the battery door.
Do you know of a case that is similar for the N7?
this is what the Blackberry Z10 battery door/smartcover look like http://bit.ly/10KGnO9
tried looking around, I haven't yet found anything so I gave up. Now my N7 has no case but I might just sell it an get an N10 anyways
The back has never needed any protection so these folio cases are pointless....it's the front that always has, and a bumper of sorts with the smartcover built in would be ideal
Exactly. The N7 is pretty bulky as is, dont need an extra layer in the back.
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tried looking around, I haven't yet found anything so I gave up. Now my N7 has no case but I might just sell it an get an N10 anyways
The back has never needed any protection so these folio cases are pointless....it's the front that always has, and a bumper of sorts with the smartcover built in would be ideal
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I have a moko cover that's pretty sweet. Its a portfolio case that let's you stand it in landscape to use with a Bluetooth keyboard or just to watch videos.
I tried posting a link but since I'm a new users, the forum won't allow me to. Just go to amazon and search for "moko slim-fit case" $15.99
Similar to the Blurex cases.
I've tried lots of cases. I DID like the Blurex/Moko style. However it did add a considerable amount of thickness. I also tried the Poetic case, which is a slim hard back plastic case with a smart case attached. It worked pretty well and latches shut at the end to keep closed. The Poetic case is the best case I've found for a smart cover type protection.
I eventually settled on a hardback book case. It is stylish and gives it a little more protection. The lid stays closed with a strap but some include wood shells with magnets. I opted for the cheapest solution and find it very good. In fact it has held up very well. The tablet is held in by sticky tape. I've owned mine for months and never had it fall out or need to be cleaned/restuck.
http://shop.portenzo.com/hardback-for-nexus-7/
Plenty of color combinations. I have a Red exterior, white inner liner, and a black strap. Nice and clean.
So iPAD mini like smart covers isn't available for the N7 ? I too just need a lightweight smart cover only to protect the screen and not the back and was wondering if something like poetic slimline exists?
The Poetic Slimline does exist, as my previous posts states, for the Nexus 7:
http://bit.ly/192m6YK
The iPad Smart Covers uses many magnets around the edge of the screen to keep the flappy flap tight against the surface. Others just use one side of magnets at the edge of the closing point.
Very good price too. I purchased mine for $20, but it is showing $9.95 at Amazon right now.
The Poetic was nice and I liked it but out of the 4-5 months I owned it, I had to replace it 3 times because the material would break at the seams. Poetic has a 3yr warranty and replaced it hassle free by just emailing them my Amazon order number. Because they are so cheap, they don't even bother wanting the old one returned... so while they were falling apart, other N7 owners didn't mind a free slightly worn case.
Here is a video of them:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjQMcjb352Y
player911
Awesome, im going to have to pick one of those up soon
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player911
Awesome, im going to have to pick one of those up soon
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Yea. In doing the research and finding that video, I noticed the different colors. When they first came out they only had black. I'd almost wouldn't mind picking up a baby blue or red one.
I noticed colors are a little more expensive.
@player911
After so much of research with matching my requirements, I just couldnt find an alternative to Poetic Slimline case. Looks like it isnt available in my country (India) which is not cheap option.
Any idea if there's any similar chinese ones or replica? Have seen few smart covers from China on Ebay but they have the problem of turning off the screen when cover is flipped around.
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@player911
After so much of research with matching my requirements, I just couldnt find an alternative to Poetic Slimline case. Looks like it isnt available in my country (India) which is not cheap option.
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I've heard good things about the Nillkin smart-wake cases. While the case covers both the front and back, the folding section does not, which makes it a bit slimmer (Hard to explain, take a look at the link for a picture). Apparently these cases don't suffer from the waking issue when folded backwards, either.
Here's a review I found: http://www.androidcentral.com/nillkin-leather-flip-cover-nexus-7
Dad recently bought a Nexus 7 and we ordered this case, though we haven't received it yet so can't offer any first-hand impressions.
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I've heard good things about the Nillkin smart-wake cases. While the case covers both the front and back, the folding section does not, which makes it a bit slimmer (Hard to explain, take a look at the link for a picture). Apparently these cases don't suffer from the waking issue when folded backwards, either.
Here's a review I found: http://www.androidcentral.com/nillkin-leather-flip-cover-nexus-7
Dad recently bought a Nexus 7 and we ordered this case, though we haven't received it yet so can't offer any first-hand impressions.
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Heard about Nillkin so let me see
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Doesn't protect the screen as cover doesn't have magnets on edges(magnetic closure) like poetic one to close it 100%
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Ordered Poetic Slimline
I'm looking for a protective case for my Note 2 that has a grippy/hard rubber feel that doesn't slide around when I lay it down on it's back. I have an Otterbox commuter but the back is hard plastic and slides around a lot if I lay it down unless I flip it over. My wife has an Iphone and her otterbox has a very grippy rubbery feel that is non slip. I wish their Note 2 cases were like that. I'm looking at the Griffin Survivor case and was wondering if anyone has any other recommendations before I try it out? Thanks!
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I'm looking for a protective case for my Note 2 that has a grippy/hard rubber feel that doesn't slide around when I lay it down on it's back. I have an Otterbox commuter but the back is hard plastic and slides around a lot if I lay it down unless I flip it over. My wife has an Iphone and her otterbox has a very grippy rubbery feel that is non slip. I wish their Note 2 cases were like that. I'm looking at the Griffin Survivor case and was wondering if anyone has any other recommendations before I try it out? Thanks!
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http://www.amazon.com/Duzign-Sentin...1378141878&sr=8-3&keywords=duzign+case+note+2
This case has been discussed by many on this forum and it has good reviews. It is definitely protective and grippy. You can even tell from the back rubbery design. If you want something slim, with a soft matte feel, i'd get the Six Abundant Case: http://www.amazon.com/DBA-Cases-Abu...=1378141992&sr=8-1&keywords=six+abundant+case
Wow, that first one definitely looks grippy!
Thanks!
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Wow, that first one definitely looks grippy!
Thanks!
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You're very welcome
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Do you know if the back is hard plastic or a softer rubber feel on the first one? I need it to stay put on a flat surface as I move around at work. The Commuter slides all over the place, which I cannot have. It will "stick" if I turn it over because of the rubber edges, but I need the phone to be face up/hands free. Thanks again for your suggestions.
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Do you know if the back is hard plastic or a softer rubber feel on the first one? I need it to stay put on a flat surface as I move around at work. The Commuter slides all over the place, which I cannot have. It will "stick" if I turn it over because of the rubber edges, but I need the phone to be face up/hands free. Thanks again for your suggestions.
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From all the reviews and things I have heard about it, it seems to be in the middle. A hard rubber. So it's good for shock absorption. Definitely not a soft rubber because that would wear out very easily. However, from what everyone in the forums have said and from the amazon reviews, it seems like it will stay in place without issue. Also, it's only $10 and from amazon. If you don't like it, you can ship it back the same day for a full refund without any cost to you. Just keep the original box/packaging.
Here's a quote from someone who has it: "The back part of the case (the black exterior) feels more like silicone than plastic which gives it a nice look and grip. I have dropped my phone once on this case and I have to say that this case does a very good job on absorbing impact."
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Do you know if the back is hard plastic or a softer rubber feel on the first one? I need it to stay put on a flat surface as I move around at work. The Commuter slides all over the place, which I cannot have. It will "stick" if I turn it over because of the rubber edges, but I need the phone to be face up/hands free. Thanks again for your suggestions.
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It's a hard plastic exo with a softer plastic inner. I have this case and it will not hold in place on a hard flat surface. Mine will not even "stick" when placed screen down. The kickstand is about a 4/10 (flimsy, too easily collapsed etc)
Also, the buttons, imo, are junk. Last night, after I started using this case again after owning it for ~6 months (used for 2 weeks), I took a razor blade to the buttons. Couldn't stand them being so difficult to press.
However, the drop protection is definitely up to the same level as the commuter, for being such a cheap case.
I'd say it's worth the price, maybe even less.
Also, I have a similar six abundant case that was free. And although it's very nice, and my most used case, it offers very little protection, and definitely not "grippy" on surfaces.
Wish I had some suggestions. The Griffin Sur. looks grippy. If you search the forum here there are a few people that bought one and commented on the quality. I believe they don't officially support it.. So it's actually a knockoff.
Edit2: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2174889 has info for the knockoff griffin. Enjoy.
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It's a hard plastic exo with a softer plastic inner. I have this case and it will not hold in place on a hard flat surface. Mine will not even "stick" when placed screen down. The kickstand is about a 4/10 (flimsy, too easily collapsed etc)
Also, the buttons, imo, are junk. Last night, after I started using this case again after owning it for ~6 months (used for 2 weeks), I took a razor blade to the buttons. Couldn't stand them being so difficult to press.
However, the drop protection is definitely up to the same level as the commuter, for being such a cheap case.
I'd say it's worth the price, maybe even less.
Also, I have a similar six abundant case that was free. And although it's very nice, and my most used case, it offers very little protection, and definitely not "grippy" on surfaces.
Wish I had some suggestions. The Griffin Sur. looks grippy. If you search the forum here there are a few people that bought one and commented on the quality. I believe they don't officially support it.. So it's actually a knockoff.
Edit2: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2174889 has info for the knockoff griffin. Enjoy.
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Thanks for the input, bro. That's rather unfortunate. I guess other sources don't have the best description then.
Have you looked into the body glove case? That looks pretty nice and there is a lot of discussion recently on it in the Post Your Pics of Your Phone thread. Check it out.
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Thanks for the input, bro. That's rather unfortunate. I guess other sources don't have the best description then.
Have you looked into the body glove case? That looks pretty nice and there is a lot of discussion recently on it in the Post Your Pics of Your Phone thread. Check it out.
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Definitely bro, maybe others will chime in with different opinions about it.
I was actually just revisiting the idea of the body glove refined gel case (been subbed to that thread for forever). I remember it being a very popular case earlier this year. At one point there was an eBay seller with ~50 of them for $8+free shipping. I should have jumped on it then. I'm just afraid that the lower section of the case (shiny area) will end up scratching easily (read: shiny back mercury case).
Still haven't even gotten around to trying the UAG... Even though I designed and 3D printed some custom inserts.
What case are you rockin?
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Definitely bro, maybe others will chime in with different opinions about it.
I was actually just revisiting the idea of the body glove refined gel case (been subbed to that thread for forever). I remember it being a very popular case earlier this year. At one point there was an eBay seller with ~50 of them for $8+free shipping. I should have jumped on it then. I'm just afraid that the lower section of the case (shiny area) will end up scratching easily (read: shiny back mercury case).
Still haven't even gotten around to trying the UAG... Even though I designed and 3D printed some custom inserts.
What case are you rockin?
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3d printing?? Dude that's awesome! I saw on geeky gadgets or theawesomer website ad about a 3d real time laser scanner. It was really impressive. Expensive ($1400 I think) but very cool. Right now I'm using my Six Abundant Case. I rotate between that and my white UAG case. The UAG case is worth it for me. It's not super bulky and protects my phone extremely well. I have large hands so I have no problem gripping and using my phone in one hand with either case on. I do have way too many cases at this point. I even have the casemate tough. Totally forgot to mention that. That definitely has a good feel in terms of grip and it is super slim for a fully protective case. Another nice one is the DBA ultra case. I'll most likely be upgrading to the note 3 so I stopped buying more cases, lol.
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3d printing?? Dude that's awesome! I saw on geeky gadgets or theawesomer website ad about a 3d real time laser scanner. It was really impressive. Expensive ($1400 I think) but very cool. Right now I'm using my Six Abundant Case. I rotate between that and my white UAG case. The UAG case is worth it for me. It's not super bulky and protects my phone extremely well. I have large hands so I have no problem gripping and using my phone in one hand with either case on. I do have way too many cases at this point. I even have the casemate tough. Totally forgot to mention that. That definitely has a good feel in terms of grip and it is super slim for a fully protective case. Another nice one is the DBA ultra case. I'll most likely be upgrading to the note 3 so I stopped buying more cases, lol.
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Yeah! Got into robotics development at my University a few years back and somehow got nominated to be the guy that learns the ins/outs of our 3D printer so that I can teach others everything about it (even the computer science professors). In the printing world, $1400 is fairly cheap for a production item.
I did see the 3D scanner. I believe it is going to be made by Makerbot. We made our own using a Kinect (think: xbox 360) to do real-time scans of objects and roll them into 3D files. However, I usually make one-off prints so I have to build them entirely by hand in a 3D environment.
Agh.. You are making it hard not to press the "complete my order" button for the black uag haha. I too have large hands/long fingers; I often get my iPhone-using-friends asking me how I always use one hand with this beast. If I was a female I'm sure I'd have gained muscle from just using it by now lol.
Forgot about casemate. I'll have to check them out. (have their tough case on my Skyrocket & love it)
I'll most likely be upgrading as well (if not at least a smart watch).. So now seems like a bad time for me to by yet another case.. But.. I have an addiction lol.
Brad.S. said:
Yeah! Got into robotics development at my University a few years back and somehow got nominated to be the guy that learns the ins/outs of our 3D printer so that I can teach others everything about it (even the computer science professors). In the printing world, $1400 is fairly cheap for a production item.
I did see the 3D scanner. I believe it is going to be made by Makerbot. We made our own using a Kinect (think: xbox 360) to do real-time scans of objects and roll them into 3D files. However, I usually make one-off prints so I have to build them entirely by hand in a 3D environment.
Agh.. You are making it hard not to press the "complete my order" button for the black uag haha. I too have large hands/long fingers; I often get my iPhone-using-friends asking me how I always use one hand with this beast. If I was a female I'm sure I'd have gained muscle from just using it by now lol.
Forgot about casemate. I'll have to check them out. (have their tough case on my Skyrocket & love it)
I'll most likely be upgrading as well (if not at least a smart watch).. So now seems like a bad time for me to by yet another case.. But.. I have an addiction lol.
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That's really nice, bro. I know $1400 is not that expensive when it refers to such technology, but I meant in general - that's like a nice fully loaded laptop price, lol. I'm familiar with Kinect/Xbox360 so yeah, that's really interesting. I'm sure the whole 3D development can take time from scratch. Maybe I missed them, but did you ever post pics of your 3D-rendered cases? I'd love to see how they turned out.
Yes, the Case-Mate Tough is solid. I have the same black one as in this teamvenum review: http://www.teamvenum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=686
I know you complained about the buttons you eventually cut out of your Sentinel case. This is where the UAG shines. The button design makes it super easy to press the covered buttons. The one thing I love about my UAG case is that I can just toss my phone around onto my bed or the table like whatever without any worry. The shock absorption technology on UAG cases is pretty solid. I even got one for my father's S3 and he loves it (esp since he is accident prone/clumsy with all technology, lol).
Yes, the smart watch upgrade is definitely happening for me as well. I can't wait till they release the Samsung Gear this September. It's definitely going to be a step up from my pebble watch, which I use and wear all the time.
Also, your addiction...I understand all too well, especially being a huge tech fanatic. If you don't have a solid protective/easy to hold case currently and work in an environment where you really need that, I would go for it.
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That's really nice, bro. I know $1400 is not that expensive when it refers to such technology, but I meant in general - that's like a nice fully loaded laptop price, lol. I'm familiar with Kinect/Xbox360 so yeah, that's really interesting. I'm sure the whole 3D development can take time from scratch. Maybe I missed them, but did you ever post pics of your 3D-rendered cases? I'd love to see how they turned out.
Yes, the Case-Mate Tough is solid. I have the same black one as in this teamvenum review: http://www.teamvenum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=686
I know you complained about the buttons you eventually cut out of your Sentinel case. This is where the UAG shines. The button design makes it super easy to press the covered buttons. The one thing I love about my UAG case is that I can just toss my phone around onto my bed or the table like whatever without any worry. The shock absorption technology on UAG cases is pretty solid. I even got one for my father's S3 and he loves it (esp since he is accident prone/clumsy with all technology, lol).
Yes, the smart watch upgrade is definitely happening for me as well. I can't wait till they release the Samsung Gear this September. It's definitely going to be a step up from my pebble watch, which I use and wear all the time.
Also, your addiction...I understand all too well, especially being a huge tech fanatic. If you don't have a solid protective/easy to hold case currently and work in an environment where you really need that, I would go for it.
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I never printed any cases for my Note 2, just the inserts for the UAG case with lettering and glow in the dark filament etc. I did make four cases for my gf's S3 but in the end she moved to a pink folio wallet case (which would take too much time to make haha). I've since then had two dead SD cards.. So I've lost a lot of pictures (backups are my priority every 24hrs now..). The cases were more of a "wow factor" type of thing. Everywhere we went people asked more about her case than my huge phone lol.. Lead to a lot of explanations of what a 3D printer is.. But After a few times on/off of the case they'd get weak and start to crack at random layers of which the printer printed it (our printer has a resolution of 0.001mm).
Started sanding the area of the Sentinel case today that I hacked out with the razor to make it smoother. Only had about ten minutes with some 1600grit paper, so I got one side pretty smooth!
I wanted to pledge money to the kreyos smart watch but got worried that I'd be stuck with money in the air for it and no item on my wrist until next summer.. The galaxy gear is definitely going to be watched (pun intended)! As long as it stays within $200-300..
As you can tell, it's hard for me to commit to some purchases lol!
To op: I remember seeing some peel & stick grip strips for phones. They were just thin clear gel-type adhesive strips. Been looking for them but can't find the review. Honestly, I'd also like a grippy case..
Edit: found it! www.egrips.com/ check it out.
Thanks for everyone's input...much appreciated. I own the Bodyglove case but I is still harder plastic than I would like. Its a decent case though. I had the Casemate Toughcase for my Note 1 and liked it, very protective as well, but still had a hard plastic outer shell. Maybe I'll research on getting some type of nonslip rubber strips for my Otterbox to see how that works. There are a few cases mentioned here I'll have to take a look at. Thanks again to you all.
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Thanks for everyone's input...much appreciated. I own the Bodyglove case but I is still harder plastic than I would like. Its a decent case though. I had the Casemate Toughcase for my Note 1 and liked it, very protective as well, but still had a hard plastic outer shell. Maybe I'll research on getting some type of nonslip rubber strips for my Otterbox to see how that works. There are a few cases mentioned here I'll have to take a look at. Thanks again to you all.
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Try the DBA Cases Ultra protection cases very good quality and good feel
http://www.dbacases.com/samsung.html
I have the UAG case. I have used the UAG line of cases for all my phones and they are solid. They have the bevel in the front so if it drops face down you wont shatter your screen and it has extra cushion on the corner bumpers. They are only $30 - $35 online. They fit on my OEM samsung dock with spare batttery charger.
The reason why I trust all my phones in the UAG case is that my wife's nephew through my note down the escalator at the mall. My heart stopped as I saw it tumble and bounce off every step. When I went to get it, the phone and case didnt have a scratch on it. The otterboxes are great but they are way too big. Especially for our note.
I am using a cheap eBay tpu. Smoke clear and it is rubber. It works great and protects just fine. Best of all it was only a buck and a half! Rubber does a pretty decent job of keeping it from sliding around unless it is on something very slick. keeps good in the hand too
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I have the body glove from sprint.
I feel it offers the best for daily use and it has pocketablility which is nice. It doesn't get hung up as it has a glossy surface at the bottom of the phone.
Less than a fortnight and I've shattered my screen.
Even with a Silicon case and a screen protector, a perfect drop on the corner has caused a beautiful spiderweb pattern, radiating out from the corner.
I've seen a replacement screen/digitizer assembly on fleabay for approx 25quid and I'm skilled in watching YouTube vids. I'm comfortable swapping the screen but would rather this doesn't happen again
Can anyone recommend a good case that would be good for me? I'm a cctv engineer so am often up ladders and on roofs
I've been on the lookout myself but haven't been able to find a decent looking one.
Do post back if you come across one.
What about this: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Lux...32800125746.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.0.z9s1Sr
That's for the 4X, MTK version won't fit.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Arm...lgo_pvid=6ae89153-3e63-4172-9fff-58f5e0568926
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Tot...32746914855.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.0.Fm6trw
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Pzo...id=0cfe8f6c-311f-4b4b-9112-96343c3fceba&tpp=1
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3D-...lt&btsid=6d4c1d2b-f411-404a-9571-46823624e66f
C´mon, just search, there are plenty of ruggedized cases
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https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Arm...lgo_pvid=6ae89153-3e63-4172-9fff-58f5e0568926
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Tot...32746914855.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.0.Fm6trw
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Pzo...id=0cfe8f6c-311f-4b4b-9112-96343c3fceba&tpp=1
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3D-...lt&btsid=6d4c1d2b-f411-404a-9571-46823624e66f
C´mon, just search, there are plenty of ruggedized cases
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And all of them are ugly as sin and probably not rugged enough. Believe me I've searched high and low.
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I am using one of them, quite satisfied so far. Waiting for another one - with an aluminum frame.
But still ... I am aware of the phone relative fragility
It's not the search, that I needed assistance with. I was hoping for a recommendation from people that has already used/purchased.
The Silicon case I've already got was found by searching.
I've gone for one that's partly metal, with the photos making it look like it wraps around the front of the phone, giving good protection for the corners of the screen.
Xda app doesn't want to let me post links, so I'll upload a photo, as soon as the case arrives.
Just waiting for my replacement screen assembly now.
Does anyone have any experience of disassembly or have any tips I should be aware of? I've already investigated some disassembly videos, even some that aren't in English
Edit. The one I've ordered is the last one in the earlier post, from aliexpress. It was the corners that hooked me
I am using this one and I´m quite satisfied with it.
Skin is approx. 1mm thick, corners 2-3x thicker. Buttons are covered.
Kajmaj said:
I am using this one and I´m quite satisfied with it.
Skin is approx. 1mm thick, corners 2-3x thicker. Buttons are covered.
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Ugly looking but check out those corners. Lol.
That bad boy looks like it'd have saved my screen.
wodgey said:
Less than a fortnight and I've shattered my screen.
Even with a Silicon case and a screen protector, a perfect drop on the corner has caused a beautiful spiderweb pattern, radiating out from the corner.
I've seen a replacement screen/digitizer assembly on fleabay for approx 25quid and I'm skilled in watching YouTube vids. I'm comfortable swapping the screen but would rather this doesn't happen again
Can anyone recommend a good case that would be good for me? I'm a cctv engineer so am often up ladders and on roofs
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http://amzn.to/2ooIYzI
I found these on Amazon.in for Rs. 399/- Not sure if this is the "rugged" look you're going for but they're really good for the price - overall protection, brushed material, perfect cutouts for ports. There's also a YouTube video on this case - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u44BJsS2Q-M&t=32s
If you don't mind spending Rs. 600/- on a case then you can consider Kapaver cases - http://amzn.to/2ooKXV1
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http://amzn.to/2ooIYzI
I found these on Amazon.in for Rs. 399/- Not sure if this is the "rugged" look you're going for but they're really good for the price - overall protection, brushed material, perfect cutouts for ports. There's also a YouTube video on this case -
&t=32s
If you don't mind spending Rs. 600/- on a case then you can consider Kapaver cases - http://amzn.to/2ooKXV1
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I've ordered one similar to the rs600 case you have shown.
The 399 case looks similar to the case I have already, that did not protect my screen from a drop on the corners.
I don't know the rs-GBP conversion factor but estimate rs1 = £0.01 approx, from the price of cases. I've spent£30 in a new screen. Wish I'd purchased a better case at the beginning