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Video Review: Cruzerlite Androidified Case

Hey fellas,
I normally post on the Galaxy S3 accessory forums but a few of my viewers have been asking for Nexus 7 product reviews, so I've gotten some cases in and will review them. The first I received was the Cruzerlite Androidified case, which is a simple TPU case that wraps around the sides and back of the tablet. It features a distinct 'android army' imprint on the back, which has a slightly matte finish to it. It's lightweight and offers decent protection, so it is a good 'average' case. It retails for $20 and comes in a myriad of different color options.
If anyone is interested in a giveaway of these, let me know. I can get a few in from Cruzerlite is there is enough demand
Check out my full video review below for more info;

Its a nice case, Id get one in red but IDK if a tpu case is worth $20.00

ppp38 said:
Its a nice case, Id get one in red but IDK if a tpu case is worth $20.00
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Cruzerlite is giving me a few cases for giveaway, so maybe you'll get lucky

Great job on the review ! Id love one in Orange looks really nice

I have an Androidified case for my GNex, and I liked the design (and price) of that version much better than the one for the Nexus 7. But I have to say it does scratch fairly easily. I treat my gadgets very gingerly, but just being slid around on my desk at work or put in my purse during traveling (in a pocket away from my keys and other things that could damage it) it still picked up lots of little scratches.
At any rate, I don't like the "lots of tiny Andys" design as much as the "one large Andy" version, and for $20 I don't think it's worth it, considering there are other TPU cases available that are also good quality for about half the price. For $20 you can get the ASUS travel case, which isn't everyone's favorite, but it has a nice feeling finish (due to the microdots all over it) and the front flap, which to me is the better deal. If you tape a thin magnet to the front flap of the ASUS case you'll have a serviceable smartwake function, as well.
Good review, it just helped me realize that this case is not for me, and I wanted to make sure people knew about the scratching thing. It's not terrible, but it can happen and it does mar the finish of the case, at least on my GNex anyway.

Ploone said:
Cruzerlite is giving me a few cases for giveaway, so maybe you'll get lucky
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I can only hope

Nice case and nice review, its similar to nilkin tpu case....

i don't know if i am so fond of the design on the back as well, which is why i like white the best. but for 20 bucks i am not so sure where i can spend 10 dollars more for the speck case

delete please...

jchidori said:
i don't know if i am so fond of the design on the back as well, which is why i like white the best. but for 20 bucks i am not so sure where i can spend 10 dollars more for the speck case
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Or spend 5 bucks less for nilkin tpu(great quality) + free screen ptotector...

Where are the actual rugged cases

I came from a moto Droid X and X2 these phones were very well protected in the trident kraken and electra cases i owned over the life of those 2 phones. Everything ive seen for this beauty has been "ultra slim" or something similar offering almost no real protection. The knockoff griffin survivor seems to be the only semi rugged case ive been able to dig up, am i really the only one that wants more protection than just a backplate? I don't have small hands or wear skinny jeans, and honestly I would prefer it to add some weight and size.
The only upcoming thing that gives me hope is the possibility of the rugged zerolemon case next month. Had anyone found something out there that i missed? I need topend protection for my $700 phone and i cant find it
gNOTE2 rolling in the north

there are otterbox cases, uag cases and many more. there is a whole thread on cases. ebay is literally infested with cases for this phone.

Otterbox defender is about as rugged , heavy and bulky as it gets. I own one myself but cant stand how much more bulkier the phone is, I much prefer just the extra weight of the zerolemon battery and its stock tpu case. Hoping the rugged version ZL case doesnt add too much bulk and has a nice kickstand.
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d12unk13astard said:
Otterbox defender is about as rugged , heavy and bulky as it gets. I own one myself but cant stand how much more bulkier the phone is, I much prefer just the extra weight of the zerolemon battery and its stock tpu case. Hoping the rugged version ZL case doesnt add too much bulk and has a nice kickstand.
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If they put a kickstand on it, I will not only throw up but I'll throw up and curse YOU at the same time sir!
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Otterbox uag dba casemate all make non rugged crap that lays in a pile on my desk. You cant call it protection if all you have on the front is a 1/10 inch or less raised around the edges... This is not protection and yes ebay is infested with 3 dollar cases that are flimsy and protect almost nothing.
I am asking about actual rugged cases like the knockoff griffen survivor or some "military" rugged style.
gNOTE2 rolling in the north

LordRalh3 said:
Otterbox uag dba casemate all make non rugged crap that lays in a pile on my desk. You cant call it protection if all you have on the front is a 1/10 inch or less raised around the edges... This is not protection and yes ebay is infested with 3 dollar cases that are flimsy and protect almost nothing.
I am asking about actual rugged cases like the knockoff griffen survivor or some "military" rugged style.
gNOTE2 rolling in the north
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Since you mentioned the Survivor knock off, the Otterbox defender offers essentially the same level of protection. Your best bet at this stage is probably the heaviest Sedio case along with a tempered glass screen protector. Not optimal, but that's about as rugged as it gets.

I enjoyed my ballistics case before my ZL came in. Protected my phone from many countertop falls. I hoping the new ZL cases will be better than the ones that came with the battery.
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apallohadas said:
if they put a kickstand on it, i will not only throw up but i'll throw up and curse you at the same time sir!
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if you like it put a ring on it

apallohadas said:
If they put a kickstand on it, I will not only throw up but I'll throw up and curse YOU at the same time sir!
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I'll bet you will throw up, curse, and piss your pants if they built additional battery into a kickstand Maybe I should email them with an idea lol!!!
Dammit, they still didn't reply back to me about rugged case preliminary pictures
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drnihili said:
Since you mentioned the Survivor knock off, the Otterbox defender offers essentially the same level of protection. Your best bet at this stage is probably the heaviest Sedio case along with a tempered glass screen protector. Not optimal, but that's about as rugged as it gets.
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I second that! Seidio CONVERT with VITREO tempered glass - a very rugged solution!!! I personally find UAG with VITREO optimal for me whenever I carry a stock battery; and with addition of CONVERT holster with stick-on card/money holder which fit UAG like a glove - that my ultimate solution for the summer (especially with mesh shorts).
But I'm looking forward to ZL rugged case, and really hope it's not going to be like that honecomb tpu junk you find for extended batteries. Keeping my hopes high ZL guys will come up with something cool!

Thanks for the Sedio tip, they only had the active and surface when I was looking the last few times, that with a glass screen protector (and maybe another normal one on top of that) and i should be good to go.
.. If the ZL rugged isnt what it should be this will most likely be what I get next
gNOTE2 rolling in the north

LordRalh3 said:
Thanks for the Sedio tip, they only had the active and surface when I was looking the last few times, that with a glass screen protector (and maybe another normal one on top of that) and i should be good to go.
.. If the ZL rugged isnt what it should be this will most likely be what I get next
gNOTE2 rolling in the north
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You REALLY don't need another screen protector on top of the tempered glass.

LordRalh3 said:
Otterbox uag dba casemate all make non rugged crap that lays in a pile on my desk. You cant call it protection if all you have on the front is a 1/10 inch or less raised around the edges... This is not protection and yes ebay is infested with 3 dollar cases that are flimsy and protect almost nothing.
I am asking about actual rugged cases like the knockoff griffen survivor or some "military" rugged style.
gNOTE2 rolling in the north
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Just broke the clip on my Second otterbox belt holster .. same failure as the first . AT&T did warranty the first , we will see if they will the second next time i am upstate . Also its a constant battle taking the case apart to clean the fine dust that filters under the screen protector .

I dont see how your belt clip broke. I had a ***** of a time trying to remove it on purpose.

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You REALLY don't need another screen protector on top of the tempered glass.
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If you really need a rugged case you do. I broke my first note from a 12 foot drop in a otter box defender because I didn't have a screen protector on at the time.

TheBDub said:
If you really need a rugged case you do. I broke my first note from a 12 foot drop in a otter box defender because I didn't have a screen protector on at the time.
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At 12 feet, you may want to consider bubble-wrapping that baby!

TheBDub said:
If you really need a rugged case you do. I broke my first note from a 12 foot drop in a otter box defender because I didn't have a screen protector on at the time.
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Anything over about 6 feet is really a matter of luck. I dropped my Fascinate more than 20 feet down a granite face followed by 6 feet of free fall an landing on a granite boulder. It was in a decent case (Seido Active) but there was a whole lot of luck involved in its survival too. Not a scratch on it. It sounds like you weren't as lucky. But it's very unlikely that a screen protector would have made a difference. Film screen protectors won't protect against breakage, just scratches. For falls, the tempered glass will give more protection. It would be nice to have a fully ruggedized military grade case for the Note2, but they just don't exist.
If drops are your main concern, I would carry the phone in the Hsini pouch with either the Survivor or the Seidio Convert as a case. Then add a tempered screen protector. After that, it's a matter of luck. If you drop your phone from three feet and it lands screen first on the sharp point of a piece of hard ceramic, it just doesn't matter what kind of case it has.

Yeah, I learned not to have my phone out while putting up Christmas lights...
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UAG is serving me well i have dropped mine many times from bout 4 ft and had no problems and its not very bulky

Honestly the defender is junk. It has really ruined my bezel with scratch marks all over it. Had to pop out the included screen protector because it didn't even come close to laying flat on the screen and caused dust to find it's way under the screen resulting in a sand paper effect happening under the protector. Sold mine on craigslist.
I work in construction and really need the ports covered so that limits most every other case. I agree, really isn't much on the market that offers protection I honestly think I could have faith in. Will go look at the few mentioned here and hope something better comes along.

GriffIn Fakes
I got the griffin fake because I wanted something really heavy duty, I like the look and they were really cheap.
I would recommend it to anyone. I did have a few issues:
1. The screen protector is crap, but you can remove it and find a nicer one of leave it off.
2. The hole around the sensor was too small so when you took the phone away from your face during a call it would not wake up, used a pocket knife and spun in in the hole a few times and it works great now.
3. The flap that covers the camera does stay put so you have to hold it while taking a pic or remove it (I removed it)
for all the issues I asked for a credit and my final price was 6 bucks

[Q] Best Heavy Duty Case for N6

Ok so i got my N6 back in November, and one thing that is clear to me is the fact that is phone is not a caseless phone or even a TPU phone...It is extreme fragile so much so that that I broke mine 4 days after having it naked, and someone broke their with the case that I had ordered off amazon the night I brought my phone...
Even my lifestyle a TPU case is probably not going to cut it for me so I'm looking for a really good Heavy Duty Case (tragic waste of a beautiful phone)
I found these on amazon Supcase and Poetic
The Supcase have pretty good review...none for the poetic...anyone have either one that can give me a bit of insight?
Please and thank you.

Ringke max? It's a two layer case and is pretty protective while providing a good value.
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zephiK said:
Ringke max? It's a two layer case and is pretty protective while providing a good value.
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I actually have the Ringke Max on now, and its only a single layer protection, also the reason I want a new case is because someone reported breaking their screen with the Ringke on...It's probably would not have broke with if he had a TGSP on (not sure if he did actually, I'm just assume here)
Just wanted a full body case, cause I really don't think Motorola would replace my phone for free again if I broke it again lol :laugh:
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Just saw that the Max is 2 layer...the hard layer is just built onto the soft...interesting design.

Gungrave223 said:
I actually have the Ringke Max on now, and its only a single layer protection, also the reason I want a new case is because someone reported breaking their screen with the Ringke on...It's probably would not have broke with if he had a TGSP on (not sure if he did actually, I'm just assume here)
Just wanted a full body case, cause I really don't think Motorola would replace my phone for free again if I broke it again lol :laugh:
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Just saw that the Max is 2 layer...the hard layer is just built onto the soft...interesting design.
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I've dropped my Nexus 6 at the gym with a Cruzerlite TPU case and it fell onto the steel leg on the bench press and it was fine. I thought it would have broken by how it fell but time and time again I'm surprised by TPU cases.

Pilz said:
I've dropped my Nexus 6 at the gym with a Cruzerlite TPU case and it fell onto the steel leg on the bench press and it was fine. I thought it would have broken by how it fell but time and time again I'm surprised by TPU cases.
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yea, and ordinarily I would be happy with just a tpu case, cause I don't like bulk in fact I dont even like cases on an expensive phone that looks great...but considering how I crack my screen with this phone the first time....I'm extremely cautious with this phone right now :crying:
I also have the Cruzerlite (best looking case so far) but it just dont feel safe enough for me. I just use a TPU and TG for the screen maybe that will be enough...

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yea, and ordinarily I would be happy with just a tpu case, cause I don't like bulk in fact I dont even like cases on an expensive phone that looks great...but considering how I crack my screen with this phone the first time....I'm extremely cautious with this phone right now :crying:
I also have the Cruzerlite (best looking case so far) but it just dont feel safe enough for me. I just use a TPU and TG for the screen maybe that will be enough...
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I've dropped many phones with a Cruzerlite and never broken a screen. I broke a tempered glass screen protector on my G3 but the phone was fine. Maybe I'm just lucky I can't stand bulky cases. I know how you feel because if I broke my screen I would be upset so I bought moto care just in case.

how about spigen
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OH4HZFI...colid=7RUAYDAM88DR&coliid=I1TPLHMALQGPS&psc=1
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http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OH4HOOA...olid=7RUAYDAM88DR&coliid=I26NEKSI51U3BY&psc=1
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http://www.amazon.com/Nexus-Case-Sp...sim_cps_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=18ZJ2HMXA6XV7AGFW9YD
I am considering them personally

abogrhen said:
how about spigen
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OH4HZFI...colid=7RUAYDAM88DR&coliid=I1TPLHMALQGPS&psc=1
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http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OH4HOOA...olid=7RUAYDAM88DR&coliid=I26NEKSI51U3BY&psc=1
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http://www.amazon.com/Nexus-Case-Sp...sim_cps_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=18ZJ2HMXA6XV7AGFW9YD
I am considering them personally
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I wouldn't use the Neo Hybrid unless they fixed the extremely tight fit issue. My bumper broke in less than a week on my Spigen because of this and don't forget you can use that case with a skin. I posted pictures way back when this happened in the Spigen OP. The Slim armor is alright I still have mine because it wasn't worth paying for the shipping to return it.

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I wouldn't use the Neo Hybrid unless they fixed the extremely tight fit issue. My bumper broke in less than a week on my Spigen because of this and don't forget you can use that case with a skin. I posted pictures way back when this happened in the Spigen OP. The Slim armor is alright I still have mine because it wasn't worth paying for the shipping to return it.
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well i went ahead and got the supcase cause i going to be out in the field for a couple of weeks and electronic devices always gets a beating so ill use the sup case for a few weeks and see how it stands up to military life.

Gungrave223 said:
well i went ahead and got the supcase cause i going to be out in the field for a couple of weeks and electronic devices always gets a beating so ill use the sup case for a few weeks and see how it stands up to military life.
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You should be fine with the Max then, what branch are you in?

Pilz said:
You should be fine with the Max then, what branch are you in?
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that would be the army.

Gungrave223 said:
that would be the army.
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I was in the USMC (got our back in 2012) so I know how it is. The field is never kind to phones, after I was in afghan my iPhone 3gs at the time managed to get sand under the screen

I have almost every case mention in this thread. I've posted pictures already but I will keep this short in sweet. Hands down best protection case is the Supcase, but it's extremely bulky. A much better option is the iblason slim. Provide excellent protection, probably 80% of the supcase, but nowhere near as bulky. I just left that case and now I'm using the S-Case because I wanted something smaller, I have moto care so if I break my phone I will get a new one. My new case will be here next week.... review to follow

Best Case:
1)SUPCASE [Heavy Duty] Belt Clip Holster Case for Google Nexus 6 (2014 Release) [Unicorn Beetle PRO Series] Full-body Rugged Hybrid Protective Cover with Built-in Screen Protector (Black/Black), Dual Layer Design + Impact Resistant Bumper.
http://www.amazon.com/SUPCASE-Full-...0259347&sr=8-2&keywords=Nexus+6+Case,+SUPCASE
2)Ballistic tough-jacket-maxx.
https://www.goballisticcase.com/shop/motorola/nexus-6/tough-jacket-maxx/#.VKdx2yvF9p4
Best Tempered glass screen Protector:
Jelly Comb Premium 9H Tempered Glass Screen Protector for Nexus 6 - Anti-scratch Oleophobic - Anti Shatter - 0.3mm Ultra Slim.
http://www.amazon.com/Nexus-Screen-...+Oleophobic+-+Anti+Shatter+-+0.3mm+Ultra+Slim

I'm thoroughly enjoying my heavy duty supcase with the holster. For the past few years I've used wallet cases on my Galaxy notes. I m happy I went this route.

Hello everyone I need help

I bought the S6 edge white pearl so now looking for some cases under 10$ on eBay that:
1.Protect
2.Look cool
I was looking for Spigen Neo Hybrid but Im afraid of some replicas with no logo or with Stigen,Shpigen,Spigem,... logo
So I dunno
SPIGEN Neo hybrid
SPIGEN Tough armor
or
VERSUS Thor
VERSUS DADMA card slot
or
UAG
What do you think about those cheap 3$ cases like these:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shock-Proof...hash=item1a0c10f419:m:mA_IChA62TbidSoZUT8s-Xw
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shockproof-...hash=item280b973c62:m:mRQPvfD5oz3SgaWmiy_LRMg

That second link you posted (this one http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shockproof-...hash=item280b973c62:m:mRQPvfD5oz3SgaWmiy_LRMg ) is an insanely good looking case. I'm highly tempted to get one myself.
Protection wise, the UAG is probably the best. Looking cool wise, personally, I think the Spigen and Versus cases are fugly.
I've been using a 99 pence case since I got mine, just a clear silicone one, and I've dropped it countless times with no damage. It seemed a shame to ruin such a gorgeously thin phone with a chunky case.

Kirkland301 said:
That second link you posted (this one http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shockproof-...hash=item280b973c62:m:mRQPvfD5oz3SgaWmiy_LRMg ) is an insanely good looking case. I'm highly tempted to get one myself.
Protection wise, the UAG is probably the best. Looking cool wise, personally, I think the Spigen and Versus cases are fugly.
I've been using a 99 pence case since I got mine, just a clear silicone one, and I've dropped it countless times with no damage. It seemed a shame to ruin such a gorgeously thin phone with a chunky case.
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Yeah tnx for the reply and info ill consider to buy an extra cheap clear case and myb a white UAG

xperiaking247 said:
Yeah tnx for the reply and info ill consider to buy an extra cheap clear case and myb a white UAG
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Nah, the UAG is to much $$$ for a case ill take a clear cheap and a rugged one

Ghostek nautical? Any good?

Should I get the UAG Monarch. Ghostek Nautical, or the ARMOR-X case? I can't decide but I want the best protection I can get, if there is any alternatives I would love to know what they are!
Thanks

ytsu12 said:
Should I get the UAG Monarch. Ghostek Nautical, or the ARMOR-X case? I can't decide but I want the best protection I can get, if there is any alternatives I would love to know what they are!
Thanks
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Decided to go with the Ghostek Nautical. It's a nice case with excellent protection, including an integrated screen saver. The two downsides are that the S-Pen is very difficult to remove and headphone use requires an extender, which dose not come with the case. It reminds me of the Otterbox Galaxy S7 Edge case that had an integrated screen protector.
I've seen at least three other cases with integrated screen savers (all available through Amazon) but have no experience with these:
1) Love Mei Water Resistant Shockproof Aluminum Metal Super Anti Shake Silicone Fully Body Protection for Samsung Galaxy Note 8
2) Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Case, SUPCASE Full-body Rugged Holster Case with Built-in Screen Protector for Galaxy Note 8
3) i-Blason Galaxy Note 8 Case, Shock Reduction / Full body Bumper Case with Built-in Screen Protector for Samsung Galaxy Note 8

I have the UAG Monarch on order. I've been using their cases with every single phone that had one available for as long as I can remember. I always had their standard cases (now called Pathfinder) but they apparently aren't making those for the Note 8 and I hate the transparent cases. So this is my first Monarch, I'm sure I'll love it just the same.

I have the Ghostek Nautical. It's not to great to be honest.
The photos when using flash are blurry and have the halo light effect.
You cannot get the S-Pen out unless you have small fingers or use another object to try to remove it.
It's kind of depressing because this case was awesome for my galaxy s8. Only reason why I decided to use it for my note 8.

I got a Nautical, and honestly its not worth anything near the amount sold for.
The one i got the power button did not work unless you hit it with a hammer. The fingerprint cut out was not aligned with the phone. The plastic feels cheap. and due to a reflection from the case, its impossible to take a photo with flash with the cover on.
Highly disappointed.

ytsu12 said:
Should I get the UAG Monarch. Ghostek Nautical, or the ARMOR-X case? I can't decide but I want the best protection I can get, if there is any alternatives I would love to know what they are!
Thanks
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I'd say go with the OtterBox Defender, tried and true. If you are paying $60 for a case might as well go with the Defender.

I understand wanting to protect the phone, but looking at these cases they are unbelievably bulky. Sturdy yes but wow, the added bulk. What are you guys doing with your phones that you need such a massive case? I'm genuinely curious as my last case was a Bear Motion for the Pixel and it didn't even cover the top and bottom. And even now I'm only using the Rinke smoke TPU case.

Notasaurus said:
I understand wanting to protect the phone, but looking at these cases they are unbelievably bulky. Sturdy yes but wow, the added bulk. What are you guys doing with your phones that you need such a massive case? I'm genuinely curious as my last case was a Bear Motion for the Pixel and it didn't even cover the top and bottom. And even now I'm only using the Rinke smoke TPU case.
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I have a thick protective case instead of paying monthly then a deductive for insurance, especially nowadays that everything is glass the phones are too vulnerable to drops. Sure I'd love to rock the phone "naked" and show off the amazing design but if I dropped it I would be extremely pissed I just broke a $1000 phone.

I don't understand why some find it to be a problem that others want to protect their 1000 dollar investment some ppl work in accident prone jobs we need protection I don't like spending multiple 1000s repeatedly.
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I bought a Ghostek Nautical for my Galaxy Note 9. The s-pen cover does not close. After complaining to Ghostek and demanding a replacement case or refund, Ghostek agreed to send a replacement. It took two months to arrive. The s-pen cover on the replacement case also doesn't close. Don't waste money on their case..