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Body Glove Snap on case

Just noticed that body glove has released a snap on case for the focus. Its a bit price at $30 but should be as solid as all their other cases. I might go ahead and buy one with my next check...
You can find it on their website.

just did a quick search on ebay and found the body glove snap case for $17.95. Pulled the trigger and got it. I think its a great deal for that price.
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-BODY-GLOVE-...ccessories&hash=item3363344bb7#ht_1685wt_1142

Just got mine today directly from Body Glove. Non-slip texture, but slides into a pocket easily. Fit is perfect. The front of the case does not interfere with typing, nor does it make the screen seem small or deeply recessed (like my wife's Otterbox for iPhone); it's has a very narrow lip around the front edge. Volume, camera, and power buttons are recessed sufficiently to avoid accidental presses, while still being easily accessible. I like the fact that phone is bulked up a bit, but it's not overboard.
4.5/5 stars.

bch238 said:
Just got mine today directly from Body Glove. Non-slip texture, but slides into a pocket easily. Fit is perfect. The front of the case does not interfere with typing, nor does it make the screen seem small or deeply recessed (like my wife's Otterbox for iPhone); it's has a very narrow lip around the front edge. Volume, camera, and power buttons are recessed sufficiently to avoid accidental presses, while still being easily accessible. I like the fact that phone is bulked up a bit, but it's not overboard.
4.5/5 stars.
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so the buttons are cut out, as opposed to covered up? Can you post a few pictures?

Sorry, my camera is in the case.
The buttons are not covered by the case.
The photos in this review (for the Droid X version of the case) are fairly representative.
http://www.androidcentral.com/droid-x-case-review-body-glove-snap-case
On the Focus case, there are two rectangular openings: one vertically oriented for the camera, and one horizontally oriented for the speaker. The camera opening is slightly oversized, i.e. the case opening is about 3 mm wider than the camera assembly, which may be good thing with a flash camera (no shadows).
Unlike the Droid X case which has notches in the perimeter, the opening on the front of the case is uninterrupted and follows the contours of the phone. It's less noticeable than the Droid X case.

cubanaso said:
just did a quick search on ebay and found the body glove snap case for $17.95. Pulled the trigger and got it. I think its a great deal for that price.
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-BODY-GLOVE-...ccessories&hash=item3363344bb7#ht_1685wt_1142
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Thanks.
Just ordered one from the same site at 16.95, with free shipping. Can't wait to get it!!

Pictures of the BodyGlove Case bought for my Focus in Aus:
Front:
http://tinyurl.com/24mjogo
http://tinyurl.com/25ejxsb
Rear:
http://tinyurl.com/2esc52g
http://tinyurl.com/2eo3o75
http://tinyurl.com/27tsjk6
Sides:
http://tinyurl.com/2f2couq
http://tinyurl.com/282v6dh
http://tinyurl.com/2a9x73g
http://tinyurl.com/28p8v4y
Box/Extras:
http://tinyurl.com/25bhnvm

5 Stars!
Had mine for a few days and payed the 2 day shipping and do not regret my purchase. I have finally found a great case. It gives the phone some weight and feels very durable. The holes are cut out perfectly. The front lip around the case is very thin and protrudes just enough to protect the glass.
I would rate the case 5 stars out of 5 and recommend it to anyone.
It also comes with the belt clip if you want to use it and it acts like a kickstand (like the EVO) for watching media etc.

Strider_Aus said:
Pictures of the BodyGlove Case bought for my Focus in Aus:
Front:
http://tinyurl.com/24mjogo
http://tinyurl.com/25ejxsb
Rear:
http://tinyurl.com/2esc52g
http://tinyurl.com/2eo3o75
http://tinyurl.com/27tsjk6
Sides:
http://tinyurl.com/2f2couq
http://tinyurl.com/282v6dh
http://tinyurl.com/2a9x73g
http://tinyurl.com/28p8v4y
Box/Extras:
http://tinyurl.com/25bhnvm
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Thanks, great and well done post!

does anyone have this case they would like to sell? I can't find it in stock anywhere since it's so old...........

[Q] Superthin case for Nook Color

I bought a case off of ebay and while its pleasant (stylish) and protects my nook well, it adds at least 2x to the width of the device.
I'd really like a super thin case that protects the screen from bumps and possible breakage. Also, would provide some kind of stand capability.
Would be a bonus to cover the case from scratches as well.
The new iPad cover comes to mind - has anyone seen anything like this for the nook?
Anyone know any manufacturers overseas who might develop something like this?

by depth, do you mean thickness of the nook (screen to back = thickness, width is the short dimension when looking at the device)
anything with leather, fabric, silicon, and probably plastic is going to double the thickness of the nook - since they typically wrap 2 layers of the material over a rigid plate
the nook is listed as 0.48" (15/32") thick. With the silicon case i got on amazon, its 5/8" thick; but there is no screen protector. i got a 10" netbook neoprene sleeve, for putting it into a bag. though, i want to get something similar to a ratpadz mousepad (rigid pvc plastic sheet) for direct screen protection within the bag.
if you are up for a diy, you could make something out of fiberglass; that you could make it 1/16" thick for the front/back, to add only a 1/8" total. you could integrate it with a swing-out leg from the back. making it have 2 (for both directions) would require some serious design!

Blackberry Mini Bluetooth Keyboard with Trackpad works!

I tend to obsess over physical keyboards. I don't know why this is, since I almost never really need one. After much searching I have finally found a keyboard that actually looks nice, and works well. The Blackberry Mini Bluetooth Keyboard with Convertible Case is actually made for the Playbook. From Crackberry Forum's store it cost $120 + $5 for 2 day shipping. I have seen it for as low as ~$80 on ebay. The keyboard is actually only held on to the case via 4 elastic corner straps. It charges via microusb. The case is a nice fake leather job. It has a silicone style shell attached to the top half to hold the Playbook, and a small kick stand on the back. As you can see from my photo, the N7 fits in it with about a 1/2" to spare at the top. I intend to take a closer look at how the shell is attached to the leather case and remove it. I purchased one of those $10 TPU cases from Amazon, and while the N7 is a tad longer than the Playbook, with the lip on the case the N7 TPU case fits just right without overhang.
The keyboard itself is small, and the keys are arranged in a stacked grid instead of offset like most keyboards. While it took some getting use to, I am so far optimistic about it. The trackpad is ok once the pointer speed is set to a comfortable level. The trackpad allows for two finger scrolling, which is a plus. Overall I am pleased with the keyboard, though not with the price.

Good Info:good:

TPU Case w/ Kickstand Review

EDIT: Images did not show up... I linked them now. ;/
Hi ladies & gents!
Before I jump to the verdict, here are some pics: [note- apart from black, there are several other case colors]
Front
Face Shot!
Back
Due to the 2x minor "lumps" of plastic that adjusts the kickstand, your Note 2 will not rest completely flat on its backside when using this case.
Left Side
You can see the Volume buttons here as well as a clear shot of the comfy grips.
Right Side
Here's a view of the right side housing the Power button.
Top
This is the only real fault that I have w/ this item- although it won't affect everyone, if you have an "L" shaped headphone jack, it will not slip all the way in. Yes, it still worked for my HP., but a light pull/nudge on the jack or on my lengthy HP. wire will dislodge the connection.
Bottom
You can clearly see the mini-USB cutout is not centered. No problems at all (re)inserting the original charging/transfer cable in & out. Furthermore, the stylus cutout is fine!
Kickstand
The kickstand in its full glory! Oh how convenient this feature is! Exhibited no concerns folding in/out & locking back into place. I would not lean on the Note in kickstand mode though...
VERDICT
Great case for UNDER $10!
+Very good fit
+Nicely made (has some pleasant grips on the borders)
+All buttons are responsive
+Good kickstand
+Cheap
-Cutouts are not accurate ("L" shaped headphone jacks WILL have issues w/ the cutout)
-If you use a 3rd party mini-USB (not sure about the MHL cables) that feature a larger head jack, it may not fit as the cutout here isn't centered. BUT, the original mini-USB/transfer cable has NO issues.
*Final Thoughts*​
Guys & gals:
This is a $700 device, doesn't matter what case you'll prefer- just outfit ANY high end item w/ one. For me the kickstand's a major selling point; it wasn't pricey & the availability was within the 2nd week of the Note 2 release. I saw a bulkier cellphone case that had a bright yellow kickstand but I felt the color would just invite thieves. IMO, I'll likely upgrade to another kickstand case that has neater cutouts & a somewhat thicker frame- make no mistake though, this is a terrific 1st case for those that like kickstands.
Miscellaneous Observations:
1. Again, the Note 2 is NO TOY. Someone in this forum recommended the Spigen Ultra Oleopobic. Works as advertised. Try to do this in a small room w/ minimal dust & no windows (I used my bathroom). Make sure the surrounding screen area is clean (use their included cloth) & apply the screen protector carefully. You'll want to get it right so don't RUSH it. I've tried Zagg & Martin Fields on other devices in the past. Both had protected the screens well but this model (as stated by another member here) has no issues w/ the stylus & IMO (perhaps it's the epic screen) hides scratches really well.
2. I was on the verge of purchasing a really awesome leather flip/latch case. Very professional & I just love the smell of leather. But... some of these cases do NOT have the perimeter of the Note 2 protected & using the camera would be undesirable. That's a deal-breaker for me.
In closing, I bought the case here. Shipped quick, no problems.
I hope this was helpful to those case shopping! Cheers everyone! (=

That's a Fosmon TPU, correct? How's the button press responsiveness for the power and volume buttons? I had a Fosmon TPU for my Skyrocket, and the button press meant I had to take the case off to flash anything, as well as making it difficult to turn the phone on and off, even adjust the volume. I ultimately cut the volume rocker and power buttons out of the case, which left them so far embedded that I couldn't reach them.

T.J. Bender said:
That's a Fosmon TPU, correct? How's the button press responsiveness for the power and volume buttons? I had a Fosmon TPU for my Skyrocket, and the button press meant I had to take the case off to flash anything, as well as making it difficult to turn the phone on and off, even adjust the volume. I ultimately cut the volume rocker and power buttons out of the case, which left them so far embedded that I couldn't reach them.
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Hey TJ,
I've never heard of Fosmon- but I'll take your word for it. I can assure you that the case buttons are tops for the Note 2. If you've already looked at the pics you probably noticed that I have both the black & the clear model. Both colors have great button placement & tension!

Thanks for the review, I just ordered one. It is the most efficient case I have seen so far and for less than 10 bucks I dont think you can go wrong.

I have one of these Fosmon cases too, and love it. I also had one on my GS3. My only annoyance is the two bumps for the kickstand hinge, but it really isn't a big deal. Buttons are nice and responsive, cutouts are perfect. To OP, make sure you line the cutouts up as you put the phone into the case, there is a lot of initial play...

fen_nyc said:
EDIT: Images did not show up... I linked them now. ;/
Hi ladies & gents!
Before I jump to the verdict, here are some pics: [note- apart from black, there are several other case colors]
Front
Face Shot!
Back
Due to the 2x minor "lumps" of plastic that adjusts the kickstand, your Note 2 will not rest completely flat on its backside when using this case.
Left Side
You can see the Volume buttons here as well as a clear shot of the comfy grips.
Right Side
Here's a view of the right side housing the Power button.
Top
This is the only real fault that I have w/ this item- although it won't affect everyone, if you have an "L" shaped headphone jack, it will not slip all the way in. Yes, it still worked for my HP., but a light pull/nudge on the jack or on my lengthy HP. wire will dislodge the connection.
Bottom
You can clearly see the mini-USB cutout is not centered. No problems at all (re)inserting the original charging/transfer cable in & out. Furthermore, the stylus cutout is fine!
Kickstand
The kickstand in its full glory! Oh how convenient this feature is! Exhibited no concerns folding in/out & locking back into place. I would not lean on the Note in kickstand mode though...
VERDICT
Great case for UNDER $10!
+Very good fit
+Nicely made (has some pleasant grips on the borders)
+All buttons are responsive
+Good kickstand
+Cheap
-Cutouts are not accurate ("L" shaped headphone jacks WILL have issues w/ the cutout)
-If you use a 3rd party mini-USB (not sure about the MHL cables) that feature a larger head jack, it may not fit as the cutout here isn't centered. BUT, the original mini-USB/transfer cable has NO issues.
*Final Thoughts*​
Guys & gals:
This is a $700 device, doesn't matter what case you'll prefer- just outfit ANY high end item w/ one. For me the kickstand's a major selling point; it wasn't pricey & the availability was within the 2nd week of the Note 2 release. I saw a bulkier cellphone case that had a bright yellow kickstand but I felt the color would just invite thieves. IMO, I'll likely upgrade to another kickstand case that has neater cutouts & a somewhat thicker frame- make no mistake though, this is a terrific 1st case for those that like kickstands.
Miscellaneous Observations:
1. Again, the Note 2 is NO TOY. Someone in this forum recommended the Spigen Ultra Oleopobic. Works as advertised. Try to do this in a small room w/ minimal dust & no windows (I used my bathroom). Make sure the surrounding screen area is clean (use their included cloth) & apply the screen protector carefully. You'll want to get it right so don't RUSH it. I've tried Zagg & Martin Fields on other devices in the past. Both had protected the screens well but this model (as stated by another member here) has no issues w/ the stylus & IMO (perhaps it's the epic screen) hides scratches really well.
2. I was on the verge of purchasing a really awesome leather flip/latch case. Very professional & I just love the smell of leather. But... some of these cases do NOT have the perimeter of the Note 2 protected & using the camera would be undesirable. That's a deal-breaker for me.
In closing, I bought the case here. Shipped quick, no problems.
I hope this was helpful to those case shopping! Cheers everyone! (=
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I bought this case over a month ago before the phone was released. I used it on my original Note and also the S3. So I knew this case would be perfect for the Note 2. It fits nicely and the added grip on the sides helps from slipping. Also the mild lip that wraps around the front of the screen protects it from scratching from counter tops or tables when placed flat on the table. Good stuff!

bwillet said:
I have one of these Fosmon cases too, and love it. I also had one on my GS3. My only annoyance is the two bumps for the kickstand hinge, but it really isn't a big deal. Buttons are nice and responsive, cutouts are perfect. To OP, make sure you line the cutouts up as you put the phone into the case, there is a lot of initial play...
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Right on! Always fiddle w/ a case to ensure you've got it fit correctly! I can't do anything about that HP cutout though... modding a phone case is not something I'm willing try. In terms of the hinge, I rather enjoy the "bump" as the phone's easier to pick up.

I've picked up 5 different cases so far all for $35..... Looking at picking up the body glove case to make it an even 6. Trying to find the best fit for my life.

My Review of the Artech 21 [Vivid Arkansas Series] Ultra Slim Dual Layers Case

Having used the case only for 1 day, this is a well made, protective case. Not too thick, but adds a great layer of protection.
I have a white Galaxy Note 5, and the Mint color case looks excellent with it.
The raised bumper on the front keeps it from causing damage when laying face down.
The ridged design on the back is great for gripping without slipping.
The cut outs for S-Pen, charging and earphone are perfect and the button covers work quite easily.
I am extremely satisfied with this case and would recommend it to anyone looking for a good case at a definitely reasonable price.
In the past I owned another case that was similar in design, but the outer layer cracked soon after. I don't see that happening with this case.
The link to the case on Amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0130A2VCG?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
There are other colors available.

I'll add my review here as well, I agree with all that catman51 had to say about the case. It's a lightweight case that should be good for average protection. It's not heavyweight protection but adequate for light use.
I have no issues using wireless charging with this case as I have with some other ones. I do not like the volume buttons, I would prefer having a space between them but that's personal preference.
A concern of mine is the back, it's not full dual layer. Where the black is, that's the only layer, and in order to keep the case light that rubber material is very thin. I fear with a decent drop the back of the phone might crack. I could be wrong but you know the thought process when you look at something and question it? That's how the back is.
Outside of that, the case is nice, lightweight and looks decent. It does not interfere with my tempered glass screen protector and doesn't really add any bulk to the phone.

My review...
DISCLAIMER: I received the case as a promotion in exchange for an unbiased review.
The case is solid and is a good value, but personally it's not for me. I'm not a big fan of the gold accents. Not to mention, it looks a bit duller in real life than in the seller's pictures.
The case is very slim and doesn't add too much size to the Note 5. With the phone already being large, it's nice to have a case that's not too bulky. The case also adds some nice grip to the phone--the texture on the back is a nice touch as well. Overall, the Artech 21 feels good in your hands.
The hole cut outs were accurate and it was easy to remove and insert my S-Pen. Just note that some chargers are larger than others and you might have an issue plugging yours in. It works perfectly fine with the OEM Samsung Charger, but at the office I have a long LG charging cable at my desk (see picture) and it didn't fit well.
The buttons were a bit on the mushy side--especially the volume keys. I prefer mine with a bit more feel--I like the click feeling that stock and some other cases have. Personal preference.
Anyway, if you are looking for a slim case and you like gold, this is the case for you...