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I want a case with a holster and these are the only two I've seen besides ebay stuff. I cant tell which offers the better holster though. I would be carrying it horizontally so I like how the otterbox has the clip on the top. The seidio seems like it has a better clip though since it has a spring in it. Any thoughts?
Otterbox. The way it clips in place it ain't going anywhere. I've owned several. The clip on the Seidio seems to want to push the rubber of the case off the phone, have to really push it out of the way of the phone to put it in. Of course this is speaking of the active...where the rubber part is just too loose.
Also the sedio doesn't allow you to put the phone in face out like the otterbox does. I have the sedio surface and i really like it. Much more slim than the otterbox defender, however i want the ability to put the phone face out as i plan on using the holster as a car mount. Hope this info helps
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Thanks for the reply guys. I also want to use a holster as a car mount but also plan to use the holster for my belt. Does any one know if you can order a spare holster with the otterbox?
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Thanks for the reply guys. I also want to use a holster as a car mount but also plan to use the holster for my belt. Does any one know if you can order a spare holster with the otterbox?
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Should be able to. Would most likely have to go direct to them. Contact them and see what they say. I'm curious as well
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after seeing pictures posted of the OtterBox I'm thinking that it's just way too big for this phone. I might go with the siedio surface holster and case, I would go with the OtterBox Commuter if it came with a holster but it doesn't. Has anyone had any experience with the surface holster and case with thier note 2?
Siedio cade is also available at Best Buy. They make their Platinum cases brand. Comes with built in kick stand and belt clip. $35
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Not sure witch to grab, I want a nice solid case but not something like the defender. I need something that offers nice protection but not by making it super bulky. The ones Im looking in are
the Seidio Active (love the Kickstand)
Otterbox Commuter (love the dust covers)
Urban Armor Gear
Ballistic SG
All are withing budget, Also do those cases block NFC from working?
I vote for UAG. It doesn't effect NFC and fits all of your criteria. If you can wait (they are extremely hard to come by) that is the best way to go. Just my 2 pence. CHEERS :beer:
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Anyone else? Uag might be a bust if I can't find one before going back to work
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I would recommend the UAG, fits perfectly and looks awesome! Also, I have tried the Otterbox Commuter case but I believe the UAG is better.... if this helps you at all.
Do any of those choices have a belt clip? Got to carry it some how.
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I ordered both UAG and Trident Aegis case. I haven't received the UAG but I got the Trident yesterday and its awesome. I cant comment on UAG yet but this Trident case seems to be exactly what you are looking for. The dust covers arent as good as the commuter but they get the job done. It fits perfect and the buttons are easy to press but not too easy, just right. The case feels sturdy and offers decent drop protection. I might just end up selling the UAG case. We'll see how it stacks up when it gets here. You can get the Trident case for about $20 btw.
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Aegis, I keep coming back to it.. its best of both worlds since it offers a decent amount of protection with a slim design (I cut off the bottom dust-cover so it fits in the Smart Dock now )
All right ordered a UAG case but dont think I'll get it before I go back to work, Since I work as a Bell Canada tech I need something solid and since I just learned that we are all getting Note 2 with a defender case in April, I need something else not as bulky, Will check the aegis and see how easy and fast I can get it in Canada, got 1.5 weeks before Vacation is over. Can some one post good pics of the aegis with phone in and out side by side, one that shows how much lip it has protecting the phone, please?
hey there guys I'm looking for a case for my samsung Verizon Galaxy Note 2. looking for one that fits the stock battery as well as one that fits the extended battery.trying to find with a kickstand is proving difficult.I don't want a folio or one that closes like a book I want that had the screen open all the time. also need it to be able to go in and out of my pocket easy without catching, smooth if you will but still has some grip. a tall order I know I've looked quite a bit any help is much appreciated.
The seidio surface looks like the thinnest case with a kickstand but I'm just judging by looking online.
You could look into the flygrip too. I have it and it's actually a lot thinner then I thought it would be. I love it, it makes one handed operation so much easier and it doubles as a kickstand you can use in portrait or landscape. Plus you can attach it to any case.
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My cheap and nasty case with kickstand, very thin, bought direct from china at about USD 1.65
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So far this is the thinnest case I've seen with a kick stand. A member posted this case on "Post a picture of your case along with your Note 2" thread. He said that he bought it from China. I've been looking for this case online but can't seem to find it anywhere.
that looks pretty good I'll go check into that one thanks
Siedo surface ive owned mine for 3 months no scratches on it and holds up so well worth every penny
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I have the Seidio Surface too, nice case that holds up well and very slim
I have fosmon tpu hybrid case with a kickstand that's pretty slim and has some grip on the sides that I got off of Amazon for maybe 5 dollars
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+1 for the Seidio surface case. Good protection, hardly adds any bulk at all, and it does have a kickstand. I usually use the active cases on my phones, but the note 2 being as big as it is, I didn't want to add that much bulk. So far very happy with the surface case. (And I've dropped it a few times, holds up very well.)
Another vote for the surface. I love the look and feel of mine. The only thing to note is that it may push up your screen protector if you have one. I had to trim mine with an exacto knife before I applied it once the surface was on. Now I'm looking at the vitreo as a new surface protector as that'll fit with the surface as is.
I ordered this case. Will let you know how it is.
Check out this item I found on eBay: http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=290866965954
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I ordered this case. Will let you know how it is.
Check out this item I found on eBay: http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=290866965954
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I am using this case now. It is good, but too slippery and the kickstand is wearing quickly (starting to fall out of the case occasionally). But not too bulky, and decent protection..
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+1 for the Seidio surface case. Good protection, hardly adds any bulk at all, and it does have a kickstand. I usually use the active cases on my phones, but the note 2 being as big as it is, I didn't want to add that much bulk. So far very happy with the surface case. (And I've dropped it a few times, holds up very well.)
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bwillet said:
I am using this case now. It is good, but too slippery and the kickstand is wearing quickly (starting to fall out of the case occasionally). But not too bulky, and decent protection..
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I have that exact case too. After a while the kickstand did start to fall out of the case but i found out it was because the tiny (and I mean tiny) bump that they consider a latch had broken off. So I just dabbed a little super glue and it fits just fine.
It does get a little slippery at times, but I like that the kickstand is pretty sturdy on portrait mode. You don't often see a kickstand that is sturdy and doesn't topple the phone when you press on it.
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So far this is the thinnest case I've seen with a kick stand. A member posted this case on "Post a picture of your case along with your Note 2" thread. He said that he bought it from China. I've been looking for this case online but can't seem to find it anywhere.
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These?
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Clear-Kickst...hone_PDA_Cases&var&hash=item3a7f4d6321&_uhb=1
I have found the snap tail case to be the thinnest kickstand case that will stand the Note up in both vertical and horizontal.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-RUBBE...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item4171ca7500
I do not believe slim and kick stand goes hand in hand but again some cases are close to being called slim for sure
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I do not believe slim and kick stand goes hand in hand but again some cases are close to being called slim for sure
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Agreed. Before getting the ZL battery, I tried a couple of kickstand cases and the thinner cases have thin kickstands.
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hey there guys I'm looking for a case for my samsung Verizon Galaxy Note 2. looking for one that fits the stock battery as well as one that fits the extended battery.trying to find with a kickstand is proving difficult.I don't want a folio or one that closes like a book I want that had the screen open all the time. also need it to be able to go in and out of my pocket easy without catching, smooth if you will but still has some grip. a tall order I know I've looked quite a bit any help is much appreciated.
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I purchased the Seidio case with the kickstand. I've used their cases for quite some time simply because they have such a low profile and it's easy to remove the battery. My wife has the Otterbox on her Note II, but only because she doesn't know how to hold on to her device and has already shattered one Note II. The protection you get from the Otterbox is nice, but I really prefer the smaller footprint of the Seidio. Also, the kickstand works terrific.
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I ordered this case. Will let you know how it is.
Check out this item I found on eBay: http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=290866965954
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Thanks for link, just got it myself and its pretty good.
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I have the Sedio Surface case and I liked the kickstand on that a lot, but I did have one gripe. After having to take out my battery a few times I noticed the case didn't stay together very well. Sometimes the case would actually come apart in my pocket when I went to grab it from my pocket. I did find sticking some thin paper between the case and the phone helped with it coming apart often though. If you don't find yourself taking off your case a lot it might be a good case.
I really really want a case that will double as a wallet, while offering increased protection. I've killed two phones from breaking the screen and I want to keep my new note 2 pretty.
Does anyone know any cases which will hold credit cards + drivers, and also give increased protection for the phone? Most of the wallet cases I've seen don't do a hell of a lot against droppage.
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I really really want a case that will double as a wallet, while offering increased protection. I've killed two phones from breaking the screen and I want to keep my new note 2 pretty.
Does anyone know any cases which will hold credit cards + drivers, and also give increased protection for the phone? Most of the wallet cases I've seen don't do a hell of a lot against droppage.
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I apologize, I don't know what my case is called. However I bought it from Harvey Norman, it is leather full cover case and is held together by a elastic band & magnet. I can hold my CC and ID in it, pretty good case but will set you back 90 AUD
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I apologize, I don't know what my case is called. However I bought it from Harvey Norman, it is leather full cover case and is held together by a elastic band & magnet. I can hold my CC and ID in it, pretty good case but will set you back 90 AUD
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My current case is like this, so it gives some protection, but not a lot.
Does your one seem more protective than that?
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Willuknight said:
I really really want a case that will double as a wallet, while offering increased protection. I've killed two phones from breaking the screen and I want to keep my new note 2 pretty.
Does anyone know any cases which will hold credit cards + drivers, and also give increased protection for the phone? Most of the wallet cases I've seen don't do a hell of a lot against droppage.
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I have learned the hard way to go for maximum protection first, then add what else you need. The best protective case for the Note 2 is the UAG. I use the Black version called Scout. http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/galaxy-note-ii/products/black-note-ii-case The only ting missing for me was a way to "clip it" on my belt. I tried several different clips from other vendors, and ended up breaking the belt clip off the holster. (I even tried the CONVERT® Holster, same problem).. For me , the best solution, ended up getting an inexpensive leather case (2 models, Horizontal & Vertical) with a built-in metal belt clip. These models fit the Note 2 while in the UAG case.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Leather-Cli...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item337f7202ef -or-
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vertical-Le...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item4ac329bb4e
Which one I end up using, depends on where the belt loops are on the pants I am wearing each day.
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I have learned the hard way to go for maximum protection first, then add what else you need. The best protective case for the Note 2 is the UAG. I use the Black version called Scout. http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/galaxy-note-ii/products/black-note-ii-case The only ting missing for me was a way to "clip it" on my belt. I tried several different clips from other vendors, and ended up breaking the belt clip off the holster. (I even tried the CONVERT® Holster, same problem).. For me , the best solution, ended up getting an inexpensive leather case (2 models, Horizontal & Vertical) with a built-in metal belt clip. These models fit the Note 2 while in the UAG case.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Leather-Cli...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item337f7202ef -or-
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vertical-Le...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item4ac329bb4e
Which one I end up using, depends on where the belt loops are on the pants I am wearing each day.
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Thanks for the reply RDI,
Do you prefer that case to the otterbox line?
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Thanks for the reply RDI,
Do you prefer that case to the otterbox line?
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Yes, less bulky, looks special (different from cheap knock offs), and better protection for the corners.
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Thanks for the reply RDI,
Do you prefer that case to the otterbox line?
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Yes, less bulky, looks special (different from cheap knock offs), and better protection for the corners.
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i have both the UAG case and otterbox. I use my UAG and verticle holster daily, i find the otterbox too bulky
i too am looking for a wallet, case and holster combo.
here's why i choose UAG over otterbox
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i have both the UAG case and otterbox. I use my UAG and verticle holster daily, i find the otterbox too bulky
i too am looking for a wallet, case and holster combo.
here's why i choose UAG over otterbox
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Woah, awesome photos, thanks!!
Yeah I might have to give up for the combo - it's crazy. All I ever have wanted since smartphones became a thing was a protective wallet case so I wouldn't have to keep track of different things - I can't believe the market for this is so slim.
Zenus makes a durable wallet case. I've dropped my phone numerous times and nary a scratch. I used them on my note 1 also and never had any problems.
http://izenus.com/smart-phones/galaxy-note-2.html
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Zenus makes a durable wallet case. I've dropped my phone numerous times and nary a scratch. I used them on my note 1 also and never had any problems.
http://izenus.com/smart-phones/galaxy-note-2.html
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Which one do you have from there?
Currently I'm using this one.
http://izenus.com/galaxy-note-2-minimal-diary-collection.html
It is extremely rigid on the back and corners with thick protruding bumpers and as long as the flap is closed upon impact it offers great protection from drops. High quality leather and molded plastic. Some people complain about the snap cover but I actually use it as a sort of makeshift fly grip, using it to open and close the cover with one hand. All the cutouts are perfect as well. You can go the cover + pouch as others suggested and may get a little extra protection, but for my money I prefer the fact that I no longer need to carry a wallet.
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Look at SGP website they make a wallet case.
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Checkout this post from my original UAG review: combo of UAG case, Seidio CONVERT holster, and credit card pouch - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=39174277&postcount=45
Also as it was mentioned before, Spigen Valentinus is a great wallet case with a buckle to keep it secure.
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Look at SGP website they make a wallet case.
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I've tested their wallet cases and I stick by zenus. It's more expensive but it's higher quality.
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The HTC M8 was the first phone I decided not to get a case for, just a belt-clipped holster...... I am glad for HTC Advantage.
Anyway, not taking that chance again (especially with how slippery and thin the M8 is). My go-to for cases used to be Otterbox, especially since the defender series has a belt clip. Problem is, I saw nothing but complaints about the defender model for the M8 on Amazon's reviews. Even the guy at the Sprint store told me the defender model wasn't very good and that I should get the commuter. (Not a fan of the built-in screen protector of the defender anyway, I would have probably taken it off, I hated it even on my old EVO 3D, much less a phone that has a 1080p screen).
So now I am at an impasse, due to the fact that I have not really used any other cases, and especially not knowing which ones are good. Add to that fact that I want to be able to carry it on my belt and I am very low on options. Most of the top case recommendations for the M8 had no options that came with a belt clip, and I didn't trust most of them as they recommended the Otterbox Defender.
Browsing retail stores so I could get a good idea was also fruitless, RadioShack, Best Buy, etc carry very little in terms of the M8, even the Sprint Store I mentioned only had Otterbox and a few Speck cases (which didn't seem that protective)
I care very little about looks, I want to get a case primary for protection (reasonably.... not going to get a $100-300 waterproof, bulletproof, etc case that is 5 inches thick). Currently, the UAV Navigator looks interesting, though I couldn't find a store that had it so I could tell how thick it actually is, plus, no belt clip option.
I suppose my best bet is getting a case and a seeprate belt holster that is big enough to hold the phone with the case on it.... but pretty much all belt holsters just simply tell you which phone they fit, none would take the millions of options of cases into consideration, so I am not sure where I would even find a holster that fits whatever case I get.
Any ideas?
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I care very little about looks, I want to get a case primary for protection (reasonably.... not going to get a $100-300 waterproof, bulletproof, etc case that is 5 inches thick). Currently, the UAV Navigator looks interesting, though I couldn't find a store that had it so I could tell how thick it actually is, plus, no belt clip option.
I suppose my best bet is getting a case and a seeprate belt holster that is big enough to hold the phone with the case on it.... but pretty much all belt holsters just simply tell you which phone they fit, none would take the millions of options of cases into consideration, so I am not sure where I would even find a holster that fits whatever case I get.
Any ideas?
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I'm in the same boat as you. Ordered a Tech21 case for now, but I need a belt holster and relatively rugged case!
Pretty sure Seidio's Convert case comes with a belt holster. I've had good luck with Seidio Surface cases on the past--my Note II survived a fall from four feet off the ground thanks to one--and IIRC the heart of the Convert is a Surface.
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I'm in the same boat as you. Ordered a Tech21 case for now, but I need a belt holster and relatively rugged case!
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I had this one recommended to me from another forum:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IGUUKRY/
I won't lie, it IS kinda cheaply put together, but it's pretty decent for it's price. Rubber casing with a hard shell, kickstand, and belt holster. It's a little hard to get it in/out of the holster at first, but it gets broken in after a bit. Still not as easy as just clipping it out of an Otterbox holster, but even the Sprint store rep told me the Otterbox Defender cases for the M8 are terrible. And it's far less likely to fall out if you are running or otherwise shaking the holster somehow.
I have this one and like it a lot.
http://www.amazon.com/Puregear-Kickstand-Case-Holster-Combo/dp/B00JCS054M/
The uag case fits in the dilex holster perfectly
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I always go with Otterbox, and I actually love the otterbox I have for my M8. I got the defender, and I was surprised how thin it is! I've had an Otterbox on just about every phone I've owned, and this is by far my favorite one. Don't know why all the hate is there on Amazon.
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I always go with Otterbox, and I actually love the otterbox I have for my M8. I got the defender, and I was surprised how thin it is! I've had an Otterbox on just about every phone I've owned, and this is by far my favorite one. Don't know why all the hate is there on Amazon.
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They must have more than one type of Defender. I've had Otterbox Defenders on all my iPhones (3, 3GS, 4 and 5) and loved them, but I looked at the one for the HTC One M8 and it was really flimsy and cheaply made. It was so horrible, I'm surprised they would even put their branding on it.
I just got my phone on the 1st of the month and went with this case because it came with a holster: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/pt-kick...lack/5096589.p?id=1219107945030&skuId=5096589
I like that it's sleek and thin and seems to be ok so far.
PartimusPrime said:
I just got my phone on the 1st of the month and went with this case because it came with a holster: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/pt-kick...lack/5096589.p?id=1219107945030&skuId=5096589
I like that it's sleek and thin and seems to be ok so far.
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How is the kickstand? Can you use it while holding the phone to help stabilize it more in your hand?
The Spigen Ultra Hybrid fits in the Seidio Surface holster. That's the combination I use. You can actually get the Platinum case combo from Best Buy since it's a rebranded Seidio Surface case and holster, and it's cheaper than buying it from Seidio. The holster also works well with the Supcase Unicorn Beetle cases.
Aaaaaand if you wanted more protection, the Seidio Dilex holster is a perfect fit with the Spigen Slim Armor case. I think someone mention this in this thread already as well.
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You can actually get the Platinum case combo from Best Buy since it's a rebranded Seidio Surface case and holster, and it's cheaper than buying it from Seidio.
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Can you link to that? I can't find it? I've liked Seido in the past (expensive though). I got the clear unicorn beetle supcase, and think for looks that I would prefer that...but nice to have a holster.
I got this one as well as the supcase:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00L9J3I2I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I had a similar one at one point for my droid. It's alright. This type of case though while pretty slim, your phone will bounce out of it if it drops from more than a couple feet onto a hard surface. Usually the phone is fine (the case absorbs) but on the upbounce the phone will pop out,
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Can you link to that? I can't find it? I've liked Seido in the past (expensive though). I got the clear unicorn beetle supcase, and think for looks that I would prefer that...but nice to have a holster.
I got this one as well as the supcase:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00L9J3I2I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I had a similar one at one point for my droid. It's alright. This type of case though while pretty slim, your phone will bounce out of it if it drops from more than a couple feet onto a hard surface. Usually the phone is fine (the case absorbs) but on the upbounce the phone will pop out,
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http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=5096589&pid=1219107945030&pcatId=abcat0811002
My friend has the Supcase and it fits perfectly in that holster. Fits better than my Spigen Ultra Hybrid!
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http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=5096589&pid=1219107945030&pcatId=abcat0811002
My friend has the Supcase and it fits perfectly in that holster. Fits better than my Spigen Ultra Hybrid!
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Thanks but that link seems to be just for the case, not a holster/case combo. Am I misunderstanding?
I guess it's not a huge deal anyway as I refuse to buy anything from best buy...just wanted to see the item to see if it was available anywhere else.
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Thanks but that link seems to be just for the case, not a holster/case combo. Am I misunderstanding?
I guess it's not a huge deal anyway as I refuse to buy anything from best buy...just wanted to see the item to see if it was available anywhere else.
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That's with the holster as well. If you look thru the pictures it's pictured there. That's the exact one I bought.
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