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Case that fits, adds protection and doesn't look too bad?

Sent in my phone because the charging port stopped working, and I'd like to buy a new case for my m8.
I am looking for something that looks decent and adds protection, with support for a tempered glass screen protectors.
I had a spigen case before this for a few months and the back is already scratched and looks very unappealing now.
Does anybody have recommendations?

I've always been a fan of UAG cases aka urban armor gear http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/.
Every so often they have specials going on as well.

I've been very happy with my Trident Aegis case. $20 on Amazon and offers excellent protection. I've dropped my phone several times and the case has held up well. I've had it nearly a year now with no issues.

Excessiveidling said:
I've always been a fan of UAG cases aka urban armor gear http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/.
Every so often they have specials going on as well.
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This, I love my UAG case.

I have a ringke slim case black matte one from amazon... Been using it for a few months and works amazing! Catches mad oil though but one wipe and its clean

Otterbox symmetry
Check out the Amazon reviews.

I bought and reviewed 3 cases here in my post. I've since then ditched the dilex as it seems a bit bulky and have switched over to a black supcase unicorn beetle with a red body since i was replacing the usb/3.5mm board on my phone. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2728080 I hope that might be some help to you.

spigen hybrid. transparent, great materials, very strong

Yup, i think UAG has one of the nicest looking tough case out there.

Spigen Neo Hybrid UnBoxing/Review Video

Thanks for the contribution! I have the case too and I'm loving it. Very stylish, great protection, and yet still maintaining a thin profile. I dropped the phone a few times already and the case has protected the phone well. Highly recommended!

Good Video. Always been a fan of the Spigen cases.

did you try and use it with the glass screen? in the video he tried with the metal frame on, maybe it will fit with silicone only first then add the bumper?

I'm a fan of the Neo Hybrid; I wish they had a Slim Armor case, the one I had with my Nexus 5 was a great 'middle ground' between rigidity, solid feel, and not being too heavy or thick. I tried a TON of cases with my N5, from Spigen Neo Hybrid and Slim Armor to the bulkiest Seidio cases, and I ended up going with the Slim Armor when I wanted to get away from belt cases/clips/holsters and started putting it in my pocket.
The Rugged Armor case for the OP3 doesn't feel very rugged to me. Not to say it's bad quality or anything, but just not what I'd consider 'rugged'. I had more of a Slim Armor feel in mind when I bought it; I've been switching back and forth between the Neo Hybrid and Rugged Armor for a couple of weeks, probably end up sticking with the Neo Hybrid. Until I flip-flop and change cases again

Joshmccullough said:
I'm a fan of the Neo Hybrid; I wish they had a Slim Armor case, the one I had with my Nexus 5 was a great 'middle ground' between rigidity, solid feel, and not being too heavy or thick. I tried a TON of cases with my N5, from Spigen Neo Hybrid and Slim Armor to the bulkiest Seidio cases, and I ended up going with the Slim Armor when I wanted to get away from belt cases/clips/holsters and started putting it in my pocket.
The Rugged Armor case for the OP3 doesn't feel very rugged to me. Not to say it's bad quality or anything, but just not what I'd consider 'rugged'. I had more of a Slim Armor feel in mind when I bought it; I've been switching back and forth between the Neo Hybrid and Rugged Armor for a couple of weeks, probably end up sticking with the Neo Hybrid. Until I flip-flop and change cases again
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I'd agree, The "Rugged" Armor isn't rugged at all, I've mocked it in several places around the internet. The Neo Hybrid is a much better case.

How about the ultra hybrid?
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36dbldz said:
How about the ultra hybrid?
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I'm a fan of the Ultra Hybrid, really crystal clear and decent protection!

niijonodhg said:
I'm a fan of the Ultra Hybrid, really crystal clear and decent protection!
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Does it have more protection than the rugged protector? Or neo?
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36dbldz said:
Does it have more protection than the rugged protector? Or neo?
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The Hybrid is probably the same level of protection as the Rugged Armor, just clear so you can still see the phone. The Neo Hybrid is def the best level of protection out of the three.

niijonodhg said:
The Hybrid is probably the same level of protection as the Rugged Armor, just clear so you can still see the phone. The Neo Hybrid is def the best level of protection out of the three.
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Thanks for response, 1 more: i have tudia merege now with a yootech protector. Looking for clear and now I know ultra is good but is orzly fusion better than the ultra and merge? Looking for good drop protection was well or just stick with the merge?
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Do you think 3M tape will stick to this Hybrid case? Looking for a case to use with Quad Lock adapter...

Did you find that it was worth the price?

Are you going to use a Case (poll)

The phone is beautiful, but all that glass...

I always keep cases and screen protectors on my phones. I am too paranoid not to.

Most likely not. I want to keep the phone as thin and compact as possible, not have sharp edges when holding it (usually on the sides or the charging/speaker cutouts), it really ruins the look and feel of the phone, and after some use the cases and screen protectors get all scratched up since it's plastic.

I'm using an otterbox on mine simply because I'm forever dropping my phone at work and don't want to damage the phone.

Yes, glass screen protector, DBrand dragon skin and clear tpu case
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already have my case and screen protectors. I have a deep sea blue spigen tough armor case, a clear spigen case and when the prices drop a little I will get an otter box commuter. still waiting on Samsung to ship my note 8......ridiculous IMO

Had to rush to get a case, didn't expect to get the phone early. Spigen thin case here and that's it for protection.
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Accidents happen so a case it will be

yes but no.
I use the Rhinoshield crash guard. Its a bumper so the front and rear are open. But they test there crash guard @ 11 ft drops.
I have one on my s8 plus and its great. And see tons of drop videos from high drop and the phone works.
So im going to stick with that.
I do like the feel of a casless phone and that is the closest i can get to it. Rather have something and not need it then need it and not have it.

I see some of you guys have a screen saver!!!
When did any brand manage to make a screen saver that worked on any Galaxy edge device? I have owned the lot and tried dozens of panzer glass, plastic, part fitting, glued and goodness knows what and have never found a satisfactory screen saver for a device with that bloomin curved edge.
To that end I always use a case then keep it in a shocksock or a wallet type case that is most annoying to use but offers all around protection. I have even paid nearly 60.00€ for the official Samsung LED cover on several of my mobiles because I can't find a screen saver. Helppppp.
Please tell me what screen saver you have found. I would be very much obliged. Thanks.
Ryland

I'm using a Spigen Neo Hybrid case, and a Spigen Neo Flex screen protector. I like the Neo Hybrid cases because they don't add much bulk and have been great for protection, even minor drops on my previous phones.

Check This One Out
Since my S8+ been using cases. Just ordered this one on Ebay.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Luxury-Ul...var=581819169631&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648

All ways, outer box, Note 3 & 4 still look Like New!
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I got 2 (probably only will keep one):
Ringke Onyx ($4)
Caseology Vault ($5)
Both TPU, which is my preference. I love the corner coverage for little bumps and falls. I have never had issues with breaking phones so it's just a little peace of mind for me.

I always get the Samsung clear case, they're nice and thin and fit will, providing some protection.

@ Ryland Johnson, try this. I have one on my s8+ and its great.
https://youtu.be/72x3E8sfzZI
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I will put a full body wet install protector film, then I will use a thin, very thin case, and on certain ocasions, an urban armor ash color, magma series case

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Best Thin Cases

Has anyone tried some new thin cases? The Note 8 is a slim sexy phone. It sucks to put it in a thick bulky case. Show us what y'all have in thin cases.

I bought these 3
The first one was from Best Buy and I like it alot and its the one I use the most. Nothing fancy just a thin case TPU soft in the hands.
The second one I got off of eBay it's blue with a clear acrylic back. Don't get that one the cut out for the finger print scanner is to small. I cut it out some more to make it work. It's a ok case if you don't mind cutting it yourself.
The third one is from Ghostek it's 40 dollars it has a aluminum frame and a acrylic clear back. It's still a little thick for me but a damn well built case. I did not even use it I am going to sell this one.

Spigen Rugged Armor Galaxy Note 8 Case with Resilient Shock Absorption and Carbon Fiber Design for Galaxy Note 8 (2017) - Matte Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RWJ6Z7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_RbMWzbVF122YH
I've used this on my s7e & Axon 7 and loved it. Bought it for my note 8. Should receive today. It is a thin case. I've dropped my s7e many times on concrete and it survived.

tolymatev said:
Spigen Rugged Armor Galaxy Note 8 Case with Resilient Shock Absorption and Carbon Fiber Design for Galaxy Note 8 (2017) - Matte Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RWJ6Z7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_RbMWzbVF122YH
I've used this on my s7e & Axon 7 and loved it. Bought it for my note 8. Should receive today. It is a thin case. I've dropped my s7e many times on concrete and it survived.
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Yeah I had one of these on my V20.

I've bought a few cases across the last week.
I personally prefer the thin fit from spigen
It has a nice slightly rubberised hard finish and the case itself keeps the phone feeling nice and thin
Supports spigen screen protector and the awful glass one I've tried... I'm going to plunge and buy the dome glass protector so here's hoping that fits too

Ry2mkk said:
I've bought a few cases across the last week.
I personally prefer the thin fit from spigen
It has a nice slightly rubberised hard finish and the case itself keeps the phone feeling nice and thin
Supports spigen screen protector and the awful glass one I've tried... I'm going to plunge and buy the dome glass protector so here's hoping that fits too
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I was looking at that Spigen but I did not like the corners. How they have a crack in them. I thought more dust would get in and not as good drop protection.

jason504 said:
I was looking at that Spigen but I did not like the corners. How they have a crack in them. I thought more dust would get in and not as good drop protection.
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It wouldn't be as good as the bigger cases but I don't think it would do that badly... Spigen make good cases.
Yeah the sides I don't really notice.. Its probably one of only types of case out currently like this, the rest are a little bigger and bulky

Ry2mkk said:
It wouldn't be as good as the bigger cases but I don't think it would do that badly... Spigen make good cases.
Yeah the sides I don't really notice.. Its probably one of only types of case out currently like this, the rest are a little bigger and bulky
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I might get on and check it out. Thanks

I have that spigen
case in black I love it I have used that style case on every phone I've had in the last 4 years never had a problem with it
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I have the Spigen Liquid Crystal case and it is pretty good.
However the Samsung Clear Cover Case is far superior and you don't even notice it is there

Something about clear cases that I don't like. On the sides it looks weird. I have a clear one but it's just clear on the back the sides are colored.

Ry2mkk said:
I've bought a few cases across the last week.
I personally prefer the thin fit from spigen
It has a nice slightly rubberised hard finish and the case itself keeps the phone feeling nice and thin
Supports spigen screen protector and the awful glass one I've tried... I'm going to plunge and buy the dome glass protector so here's hoping that fits too
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It fits with dome glass. Just got done installing mine. Lots of room.

I just bought like 3 more cases. When they get in I will tell yall about them. I have never bought as many cases for a phone in my life. I have been using my phone today without a case. Man it feels good to use this phone without a case. But I know one drop its gone. Also if you keep putting it down the back will get scratched up.

jason504 said:
Has anyone tried some new thin cases? The Note 8 is a slim sexy phone. It sucks to put it in a thick bulky case. Show us what y'all have in thin cases.
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I have mine in the Samsung view case, pretty cool
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Otterbox symmetry. The best and slim.
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Ok here is two more that came in today. Both are so so.
The first on I got off of ebay. They made it sound like the end caps were metal. Which they are not they are cheap looking plastic. But it's ok
The second one I got from Amazon. I like it but don't think it has much drop protection. Thin thin thin.

I got the Spigen Neo Hybrid, I am very happy with it so far. The tpu layer is stiffer than most tpu layers I've used before, which feels nice, and the metal trim, while thin and a bit more pliant than I would prefer, looks great. Fortunately I haven't dropped it, but it feels like it would survive most reasonable falls. It's much thinner than my wife's otter box commuter and only $15 on amazon.

I got the Spigen ultra hybrid crystal clear case, and I live it. Have bought these before, they don't yellow and last a long time. Great for letting my dbrand Dragon skin show !!
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I have this one as my daily car and I love it.
MYRIANN ZY9143 Case, Ultra Clear Scratch Resistant, Drop Protection Premium Thin and Lightweight with Air Hybrid TPU Bumper Protective Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 8
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WTL83W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Pr.Xzb1M7P8ET

ShrekOpher said:
I have this one as my daily car and I love it.
MYRIANN ZY9143 Case, Ultra Clear Scratch Resistant, Drop Protection Premium Thin and Lightweight with Air Hybrid TPU Bumper Protective Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 8
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WTL83W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Pr.Xzb1M7P8ET
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I have that one does your finger print scaner work with that case? I had to cut mine out a little.

best rugged case?

i do construction and just got the note 8 . looking for the best heavy duty/rugged case
i wanted the otterbox but read really bad things about it so i dont think ill get that
i . was looking at the spiegen tough armor its pretty cheap looks good and seems good
any suggestions?

lilmikey201 said:
i do construction and just got the note 8 . looking for the best heavy duty/rugged case
i wanted the otterbox but read really bad things about it so i dont think ill get that
i . was looking at the spiegen tough armor its pretty cheap looks good and seems good
any suggestions?
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I'm using the Samsung rugged case, it's bulky but it's great.
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Take a look at the SUPCASE [Unicorn Beetle PRO Series]
My annotations to the Otterbox:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...-otterbox-defender-case-t3687950/post74410958

Monarch case by UAG is doing good for me, not as thick as otter box, but has taken some waist high falls with no trouble so far.
Check this out at Amazon.com
UAG Samsung Note 8 Monarch Feather-Light Rugged [BLACK] Military Drop Tested Phone Case https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074SYVC1B/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_f23.zb39T5PQE
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Monarch

I work in construction, as well. The case I'm looking for needs to be dust and waterproof, so I researched them all. Most are not dust-tight, or waterproof, at all, but there are a couple. I reviewed two on here the other day, and that thread is down just a bit from this one.
ArmorX is what I'm using, right now. As soon as Juggernaut gets theirs out for the Note 8, I'm probably dropping the money on one... I've seen the Juggernaut cases take some serious abuse, and I'm pretty sure that whatever they come out with for the Note 8 is going to be the most protection you can get on the market.

I'm using this case: https://www.spigen.com/collections/galaxy-note-8/products/galaxy-note-8-case-rugged-crystal
It's so cute and sexy but may not be suitable with construction.

Tanis64 said:
Take a look at the SUPCASE [Unicorn Beetle PRO Series]
My annotations to the Otterbox:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...-otterbox-defender-case-t3687950/post74410958
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i use the unicorn beetle and can confirm it is the best. i work construction. it has flaps to keep dust out your ports but at the same time isnt super bulky

i need two cases, one rugged for outdoors and one sleek / slim for everyday use. Both should be Whitestone OK as well.

ELEXCEER said:
I'm using the Samsung rugged case, it's bulky but it's great.
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How long have you been using that case? I'm reading on Amazon that some people are saying on the first drop their screen broke with that case.

Love the UAG Monarch. I haven't dropped my phone yet (fortunately), but it feels so solid and protective while maintaining a much slimmer profile than the Otterbox.

Is the supcase unicorn pro with the screen protector have a soft or hard inner case design? Does the N8 sit on hard or soft plastic?
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