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These cases look amazing and I'm interested in to getting the Nillkin one which is made for the i9023 Nexus S, but is it really just for looks? I don't want to get this case if it doesn't protect my phone from a simple drop while walking on the street. I've watched and heard many good reviews about how the case looks and feels, but how good is it protection wise? Thanks.
It's common sense that a case is there to protect the phone. Even though in this case (pun intended) you cannot expect it to offer the protection of some other bulky alternatives, it's still better than nothing. As long as the sides protected by the nillkin hit the ground first I believe you should be ok.
I ordered it about a week ago, should be here in one or two weeks and I'll be able to provide a more hands-on opinion.
Flukzr said:
It's common sense that a case is there to protect the phone. Even though in this case (pun intended) you cannot expect it to offer the protection of some other bulky alternatives, it's still better than nothing. As long as the sides protected by the nillkin hit the ground first I believe you should be ok.
I ordered it about a week ago, should be here in one or two weeks and I'll be able to provide a more hands-on opinion.
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Ehh.. Can't resist the temptation. After reading some more reviews from the G2x Thread and the Nexus S post I think I'll get it..
I've always been a fan of rubbery/TPU cases myself. Most hard cases I've used in the past pop right out when dropped and those "light" hard cases don't protect your phone on all sides.
Dunno, just seems a bit light on the protection in the end and more expensive than TPUs.
I really like this incipio feather. Its hardly noticeable.
OK so my Nillkin case finally came. I didn't expect much since in the past I bought some other products made to look like other product (ripoffs). Thought this was the case with this and the Incipio Feather. I'm happy to say that it I was wrong.
It adds very little bulk to the phone, and has a snug fit. It feels much better in the hand, due to the rubbery finish, and the cutouts are exactly where they should be.
The screen protector bundled is acceptable although as I was previously aware, due to the curved screen there is a small gap on all sides and the top and bottom does not stick very well. There probably are are better ones out there but I'm happy with it.
I'm not into the habit of dropping my phone so the minimal protection it offers is enough for me. If you are looking for a case to withstand minimal impact, prevent scratches an look awesome I do not believe there is a better alternative for the i9023.
Flukzr said:
OK so my Nillkin case finally came. I didn't expect much since in the past I bought some other products made to look like other product (ripoffs). Thought this was the case with this and the Incipio Feather. I'm happy to say that it I was wrong.
It adds very little bulk to the phone, and has a snug fit. It feels much better in the hand, due to the rubbery finish, and the cutouts are exactly where they should be.
The screen protector bundled is acceptable although as I was previously aware, due to the curved screen there is a small gap on all sides and the top and bottom does not stick very well. There probably are are better ones out there but I'm happy with it.
I'm not into the habit of dropping my phone so the minimal protection it offers is enough for me. If you are looking for a case to withstand minimal impact, prevent scratches an look awesome I do not believe there is a better alternative for the i9023.
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Thanks for the review, think I'll buy this one.
I've been using a Incipio Feather and I'm loving it!
Hey, do you have a link for that Nillikin case? Bc I went on their website and I didn't see anything.
tase25 said:
Hey, do you have a link for that Nillikin case? Bc I went on their website and I didn't see anything.
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Look around on obostore.com. I decided last minute that I wasn't going to get this case, but get the silicone and TPU cases from Nillkin. Anyone have either of them(Nillkin Silicone/Nillkin TPU)?
Got a Nillkin lately which is OK. Wondering though how does it compare to Incipio Feather in terms of thickness. Which one makes it more bulky ?
BTW, wondering any frame cases for NS...
Quite like the look of the Case-Mate. Seems like a good balance of protection without adding to much bulk to the device.
The thin cases like these really do help... although they look skimpy they have saved my Nexus a few times. I dropped it down the stairs the other day and not a scratch. If it didn't have it on there I don't know how smashed up the back would have been...
It sucks and scratches pretty...easily I'm so disappointed .
hatyrei said:
It sucks and scratches pretty...easily I'm so disappointed .
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bro, any picture?
I have zero problems with the clear case.
nappent said:
I have zero problems with the clear case.
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x2...Love the Official clear Samsung case. I got mine at T-Mobile at cost $20 sells for $35. I know a rip but I wanted a case right away. If your careful with setting the phone down and don't put anything in your pocket the case should be fine. I was careful just getting it out of the packaging. The case adds no bulk and is classy. Not much protection though.
I have no problem either. Love it.
Same here, kinda disappointed by the plastic quality, it only goesfrom my empty pocket to my hands and it's already full of scratches.
However since the phone is white, scratches are unnoticeable.
This case is great except that, don't denaturat phones beauty, enhance and comfort.
It don't really prevent impact on the aluminium, except on angles.
Hello guys im looking for a good phone and the mi5 packs great specs and i can buy it new for 310 euro so its a very good price but after seeing how it bends im worried about breaking it.How is your experice or tought on this?
Dont worry. I use this phone for over 3months. I keep it in my pocket all the time and its fine. Go for it.
Via Xiaomi Mi5 Karramaba!
are you using a case? I will definetly buy a case for it
Ringanar said:
are you using a case? I will definetly buy a case for it
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Yeah, definetly buy a case, or at least a plastic battery cover, because it is the most SLIPPERY phone I've ever had. It has a great grip in my hands, but place it on a slightly uneven surface, and watch your phone slowly crawl to its death. I recommend the Luphie bumper case (the only bumper case that is aluminium), and there are some neat battery covers (especially the one with a wooden pattern like on the oneplus 2), as the glass back is REMOVABLE.
Hope this helps
Oh, and don't worry abot the bending.... Who the hell actually puts their phone in the back pocket?! It's just a trend that the iPhone 6 plus has created, no one cared about bends before.
I have it from 2 months: no bended phone atm
I use some covers too, because I don't want to see scratches or something on the phone.
myseg said:
I recommend the Luphie bumper case (the only bumper case that is aluminium)
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Hi, can you give me more details on Luphie bumper?
I saw it before buying the Mi 5, but I'm not sure if: protects good the phone; it's slippery; and mostly if it scratches the phone borders.
Thank you.
Hi, right now it's shipping from China, I guess it will arrive around next week or so, as soon as it does, I'm going to post a review here. From experience with other phones and bumper cases, it will most likely scratch it, but I'd always put some thin carefully cut cloth or foil in between, and it always did the job. What probably will annoy me is that it's pretty thick, maybe I'll try sanding it down a little.
Im using mine for 4months, eventhough Ive got a hardcase, I prefer to use my TPU case for better grip. I also always have it in my pocket.
The phone is durable enough for practical and everyday use. Honestly, except for the youtube bend test of MI5, I havent seen or read any reports online (miui forums, FB mi5 group, or even here in XDA) of an end user whining or complaining about their Mi5 's getting bent.
So practically, with some common sense, Mi5 should endure any realistic and pracrical day to day scenario.
Ok nice so ill definetly buy the phone and a case you get amazing bang for buck with the Mi5. Thanks
I have a case on my phone but it sucks. My phone fell back of the case slid off. Now the actual back of the phone is scratched, can it be replaced? What are the most reliable cases to prevent damage? I don't care about features or if it can carry my cards.
I have been looking at cases and like the Devil case. It is still pretty costly considering the age of the phone but it may suit your requirements.
I saw it on the thread below. For now I have just bought one of the carbon ones by Techgear for under £3 while I decide if I am keeping the phone. The camera let's it down for me but otherwise I like it.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/forum....xperia-xz1-compact-accessories/cases-t3680549
LuminousOne said:
I have a case on my phone but it sucks. My phone fell back of the case slid off. Now the actual back of the phone is scratched, can it be replaced? What are the most reliable cases to prevent damage? I don't care about features or if it can carry my cards.
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I have about 10 xz1c cases. This has been the best by far: thick, tight, hard to remove, great fingerprint cut.
https://www.ringkestore.com/products/sony-xperia-xz1-compact-ringke-fusion?variant=4302908751899
Nillkin Nature for xz1 Compact is still the best for me
Dany XP said:
Nillkin Nature for xz1 Compact is still the best for me
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That's always the best, almost irrespective of phone - slim, grippy and lasting a lot. But it's not very protective.
I'm using nillkin. It's strong and looks good.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Th...XZ1-XA1-XA2-Ultra-L2-/323161732846?nav=SEARCH
Dean F said:
I'm using nillkin. It's strong and looks good.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Th...XZ1-XA1-XA2-Ultra-L2-/323161732846?nav=SEARCH
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+1 for Nillkin
Protects the phone but not too bulky
I got this case today & It's AMAZING! It's really high quality & feels good in the hand. It also makes back of the phone look good! That texture is amazing! With this case there is no camera bump anymore, it's perfectly aligned. Cuts are precise, it leaves a bit of space for holes, which is good. Phone is a bit thiccer, but it's not an issue for me. I didn't notice any weight increase subjectivily when holding it in the hand. I paid for it 17 euros which is quite expensive but it's worth it. You can get it a bit cheaper through AliExpress.
Highly recommend it!
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ctcNOXX5JUi7YGFGodYUnPgxkl_a1zed/view?usp=sharing
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Not to rain on your parade but that case is terrible, I bought it and got a refund on it not 2 days after.
It's textured sure but it's not rubber texture but plastic texture, meaning it'll slip from the table to the floor more times than you can count, I managed to break my tempered glass because the phone slid from the table to the floor because the case isn't grippy. You're better off with the case the phone came in, at least it isn't slippery. Or get a Spigen case like I did, they got released this week.
Also, I bought it for 7 euros on Aliexpress, how did you paid 17?
Yepi69 said:
Not to rain on your parade but that case is terrible, I bought it and got a refund on it not 2 days after.
It's textured sure but it's not rubber texture but plastic texture, meaning it'll slip from the table to the floor more times than you can count, I managed to break my tempered glass because the phone slid from the table to the floor because the case isn't grippy. You're better off with the case the phone came in, at least it isn't slippery. Or get a Spigen case like I did, they got released this week.
Also, I bought it for 7 euros on Aliexpress, how did you paid 17?
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Well, there is no free shipping on Aliexpress for Serbia so there is that. Case is not slippy at all imo, it didn't move when placed on table. I looked for Spigen case as I heard they are good quality too but it's not avaliable here, so yeah. I think I read your post somewhere for Nillkin regular case, not this one containing the same issues you described. I could be wrong there.
I used Nillkin case back on Samsung Galaxy S3 Neo & it was also really good. They were very popular back than so that's why I decided to buy Nillkin case.
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Well, there is no free shipping on Aliexpress for Serbia so there is that. Case is not slippy at all imo, it didn't move when placed on table. I looked for Spigen case as I heard they are good quality too but it's not avaliable here, so yeah. I think I read your post somewhere for Nillkin regular case, not this one containing the same issues you described. I could be wrong there.
I used Nillkin case back on Samsung Galaxy S3 Neo & it was also really good. They were very popular back than so that's why I decided to buy Nillkin case.
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Seems the one you bought is cloth based, mine was hard plastic. Nillkin does produce good cases but the one I got was such a disappointment.
I have a Nillkin Frosted Glass plastic case on my Poco X3, it's my fifth phone so far with that case. It's pretty good, although the white ones tend to get... not white very soon.
Is it higher around the camera to protect it?
SykoraLukas said:
Is it higher around the camera to protect it?
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Yes
I bought this case at aliexpress. The quality looks good. All holes are cut-out perfect
However, I don't like this case. It feels hard. And I hate the texture on the back side. Due to the texture small dirt particles sit between the dots. They don't go away with a fast wipe. The cut-out for the camera is a circle. Spigen uses a rounded rectangle which I prefer.
Sorry to say, but I really don't like this case. It feels just not smooth. The backside feels like sandpaper. Unpleasant to touch or hold the phone.
A member above said the case slips easily around. Like a ice cube. I can't confirm that. Actually it has a good grip on different surfaces.
That's all personal preferences. What I hate, others may love. As I said, quality looks great.
I'll get my spigen case in a few days. I know them from my old phones. Can't wait.
SkaboXD said:
I got this case today & It's AMAZING! It's really high quality & feels good in the hand. It also makes back of the phone look good! That texture is amazing! With this case there is no camera bump anymore, it's perfectly aligned. Cuts are precise, it leaves a bit of space for holes, which is good. Phone is a bit thiccer, but it's not an issue for me. I didn't notice any weight increase subjectivily when holding it in the hand. I paid for it 17 euros which is quite expensive but it's worth it. You can get it a bit cheaper through AliExpress.
Highly recommend it!
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ctcNOXX5JUi7YGFGodYUnPgxkl_a1zed/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oJj4JI0hcxHgYOQXrq0J9ybVufAp3Mqg/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hom6En696KrW08pv8Mo3mv9JEp-2utWy/view?usp=sharing
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Hi,
I ordered this case, I paid 11.45 USD only, it might be more expensive than other cases here, but after I bought a cheap case I decided that I won't waste money on cheap useless cases anymore, so I searched and found Nillkin is the most popular.
I have a question though, if you please...
Do I have to remove the case every week to clean the dust that go inside, like other cases?
Thanks in advance
Mysteryagr said:
Hi,
I ordered this case, I paid 11.45 USD only, it might be more expensive than other cases here, but after I bought a cheap case I decided that I won't waste money on cheap useless cases anymore, so I searched and found Nillkin is the most popular.
I have a question though, if you please...
Do I have to remove the case every week to clean the dust that go inside, like other cases?
Thanks in advance
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Only around the camera. But that can be blowed outside. It's very good protected.
SkaboXD said:
Only around the camera. But that can be blowed outside. It's very good protected.
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I found a better one which protects the camera, I received it today, hard case feels smooth in my hand, everything is fine except that the edges need to be higher than the screen a lil bit more to protect it, unfortunately it is not; after I installed the case I noticed that my screen protector tempered glass is higher than the case edges.
Mysteryagr said:
I found a better one which protects the camera, I received it today, hard case feels smooth in my hand, everything is fine except that the edges need to be higher than the screen a lil bit more to protect it, unfortunately it is not; after I installed the case I noticed that my screen protector tempered glass is higher than the case edges.
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agree with you... I also use this case... and somehow my POCO became more light in my hand