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Official HTC Diamond case - what what the hell is going on?

First of all HTC backtrack as they are now too stingy to include the pouch for the diamond with the phone itself.
Then nowhere, and I mean NOWHERE has any of the damn cases in stock. I placed an order with Expansys and now it says 25 days estimated wait for delivery. No other mobile vendor has any in stock and are only taking preorders with no ETA.
Just what the hell is going on? Who is going to put a touch diamond in their pocket with no protection? Why were HTC not prepared for this?
Anyone know of any place that has one in stock? Im based in the UK. I dont want the one with a belt clip.

my diamond has no scratches and is always in my pocket.
maybe coz im careful not to put anything else in the pocket i ahve my touch diamond in

get a rubber case of ebay
i have had one on my trinity for 2 years now
the phone still looks like new
or you can get something like this
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Krusell-Orbit...hash=item370066715175&_trksid=p3286.m14.l1318

Well I rang Expansys, and just as I thought - they have over 600 backorders for this. Which leads me to ask again.. were HTC not prepared for this??!

I can understand your complaints..but..
have you considered sth like that? That's what I got:
http://wmexperts.com/reviews/cases/review_golla_parrot_case.html
It's fantastic + can be used as a wallet too
I got the green camo one for 15 euros.

probably O2 Germany bought all of the first production. They sold much over 1000 diamonds, all WITH the HTC case.
The case is very nice and worth waiting for.

not before 22 days at expansys for me
Do they have the right to delay like that?? How can I cancel my order, I can't find the option on their website?

Ordered this on Monday. Arrived this morning.
http://www.beyzacases.com/cat-htc-t...es---ultra-slim-type-vertical-pouch-cases.cfm
A bit expensive, compared to the HTC case, but I'm happy with it so far. Very nice construction and materials.
DT

daren1 said:
Ordered this on Monday. Arrived this morning.
http://www.beyzacases.com/cat-htc-t...es---ultra-slim-type-vertical-pouch-cases.cfm
A bit expensive, compared to the HTC case, but I'm happy with it so far. Very nice construction and materials.
DT
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now that does look nice!

got me a mail today that the pdashop.nl can deliver it to me tomorrow, so i just ordered one htc touch pouch

Peio64 said:
not before 22 days at expansys for me
Do they have the right to delay like that?? How can I cancel my order, I can't find the option on their website?
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I've just received a mail where they say "order sent".. In the end I will get it in time. Weird but good surprise

daren1 said:
Ordered this on Monday. Arrived this morning.
http://www.beyzacases.com/cat-htc-t...es---ultra-slim-type-vertical-pouch-cases.cfm
A bit expensive, compared to the HTC case, but I'm happy with it so far. Very nice construction and materials.
DT
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Looks really great!!! It's a pity the black version is currently not available :-( I have to wait. I think those cases are better than the original pouch

The are indeed very nice (beyza case). It is lined with a velvet type material which helps clean the screen. I have no idea if cleans better than the OEM case, but its better than nothing.
Also...it is a pretty tight fit, so I don't know if a extended battery would fit. If anyone has any questions they want to ask me about the case, shoot me a PM.
DT

My Orange UK diamond came with the official case/wallet for the handset

I bought me again a pytom leather case. Swiss top quality. I had them already for the Tytn2 and liked them very much.
Go and check them out: I got mine within 2 days. But I live in Switzerland. They use very fine leather and inside it has a material that cleans it.
I got myself the Cosa Nostra, nice one!
www.pytom.ch

I purchased this one from eBay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/BLACK-LEATHER-H...ryZ20336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
But I am only using it temporarily until the Krusell case comes to expansys.
BTW have you taken a look at the "Bloody Mary" case! LoL
https://pytom.ch/de_CH/f/htc-touch-diamond/mobile/simple/bloody-mary/

I ordered a pdair case as it looks gorgeous and there's not too much of a 'lip' near the control panel. It's also got a removable belt clip. The free pouch is pretty useless anyway unless you want to have to keep pulling out and putting back your phone every time you want to use it. I went for a flippy cover as they're more practical (hence not 'free').
The only truly decent 'free' case I've ever seen with an HTC device is the one with the Advantage.

Garret said:
I can understand your complaints..but..
have you considered sth like that? That's what I got:
http://wmexperts.com/reviews/cases/review_golla_parrot_case.html
It's fantastic + can be used as a wallet too
I got the green camo one for 15 euros.
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look very good, thanks for the link!
Do you know where you can get them in the UK? cant find them anywhere
going to check eBay next...

mugglesquop said:
look very good, thanks for the link!
Do you know where you can get them in the UK? cant find them anywhere
going to check eBay next...
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You cannot find any diamond cases in the UK because HTC decided to screw over offline buyers and give all the cases away to Orange customers.

I finally managed to buy one of those HTC diamond cases. It is pretty nice but don't confuse it with the one on youtube with the release mechanism (pressing the two edges and the diamond pops out). The HTC case doesn't have that. In addition you can you can insert the device in the case only from one side. The other one is blocked by a something like a cloth rubber stripe (not the best explanation).
Even though I had some concerns regarding how steady the device would be in it, the case actually holds it really firmly.

[Q] Best, most protective case for DHD

Read all about the otter case in a review for the straight desire - the defender model it was.
I wasnt overly impressed.
So in light of this can yuo accessory experts point me what YOU think is the best usable (I.E. doesnt look like a tank or bomb shelter) case. I am thinking somethin silicon?
anyway, would really love ya expert opinions! I need to protect my phone - more frlom falls than anything else, am a fairly cluimsy 6'4'' so it has a long way to drop!
respect!
lr

Here's a site I stumbled upon. Maybe one of these are made for you:
http://www.mobilereleases.co.uk/2010/09/5-of-the-best-htc-desire-hd-cases/

Thx LtsdEdFred - i'll check em out!
theres no way i am lasting 2 years of contract time without having soe bumps on this sucker... gonna opt for insurance too methinks...
lr

check these out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNUEpFBOnUw
I made it yesterday to try and help people to decide what to get as a case for their HTC desire HD. I tried the HTC S550 pouch and 2 silicon cases. Didn't really know what I was going to say so I just started talking and showed my DHD a little with its accessories (still in love with it) but at the end I dropped my Desire HD on the floor luckily my appartment is all carpet

matthiasdeblaiser said:
check these out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNUEpFBOnUw
I made it yesterday to try and help people to decide what to get as a case for their HTC desire HD. I tried the HTC S550 pouch and 2 silicon cases. Didn't really know what I was going to say so I just started talking and showed my DHD a little with its accessories (still in love with it) but at the end I dropped my Desire HD on the floor luckily my appartment is all carpet
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I bought the exact same gel case as you showed in the video (grey). I bought it from an ebaystore called Londonmagicstore. I paid 3gbp including shipping to sweden. Fast and reliable. As I don't have the DHD yet (is to be released next week in sweden) I hope it fits.

matthiasdeblaiser said:
I made it yesterday to try and help people to decide what to get as a case for their HTC desire HD. I tried the HTC S550 pouch and 2 silicon cases. Didn't really know what I was going to say so I just started talking and showed my DHD a little with its accessories (still in love with it) but at the end I dropped my Desire HD on the floor luckily my appartment is all carpet
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Helpfull video mate. I just ordered two silicon/gel cases from Ebay myself and they bought are coming with protective film for the screen. I am really looking forward to getting them as I am paranoid about damaging my new DHD.

Thx for the video - off to watch it now!

The best protective case by far, and the case I use on my HTC HD, Samsung Galaxy s and HTC desire, is the Pdair aluminium metal case.
http://www.pdair.com/
Unfortunately, for some strange reason, they don´t plan to make this case for HTC Dsire HD
If you are interested, drop the a mail and request that they make a aluminium case for the HTC Desire HD as well. [email protected]

Just thought I'd vouch for the eBay cases! Remember, they all come from the same factories in China, you're only paying extra for the branding 'SuperShield' 'MegaCase' etc. There are some exceptions but very few. I bought my case for £2.35 with a screen protector and it's perfect, a great fit and nice feel! I've never spent more than a couple of pounds on silicone/plastic cases or screen protectors and all of my phones remained in perfect condition months after I bought them. Will post links soon.
Regards.

Cannot see anyone being unhappy with this case..... £2.65 an absolute bargain.
eBay
Regards.

just bagged one of those from ebay - so thanks and yeah will feedback what I think of the case and protector!

lynxboy said:
Cannot see anyone being unhappy with this case..... £2.65 an absolute bargain.
eBay
Regards.
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£2.65? The price following that link is £29.65?
Edit: Strange, but found the cheap ones must of been a mistake!

just paid under 3 quid for it.

cd993 said:
£2.65? The price following that link is £29.65?
Edit: Strange, but found the cheap ones must of been a mistake!
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Now that is strange! When I click the link it says the seller has updated his listing and the price shows £29.65!!! I've emailed the seller to ask what is going on as it definitely was £2.65 this morning. Maybe the increased traffic spooked him .
Anyway just to reinforce my point regarding the branding of goods from the same Chinese source, here is CaseHut's listing for the ORB Gel Case..... look familiar?? £5.99 plus postage..... hmmmm!!
Anyway, the case fits well and gives good protection. All buttons are placed correctly and the camera lens, flash and charger port all have good access. Hope this shows that you can keep your expensive phone SAFE without breaking the bank.
Regards.

I received my silicone case I paid 2.95 for on eBay today and the quality is great the fit is perfect and it doesn't make the phone too bulky. Another thing is the case makes pressing the power and volume buttons a lot easier
So overall I am delighted with the case.
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App

lynxboy said:
Now that is strange! When I click the link it says the seller has updated his listing and the price shows £29.65!!! I've emailed the seller to ask what is going on as it definitely was £2.65 this morning. Maybe the increased traffic spooked him .
Anyway just to reinforce my point regarding the branding of goods from the same Chinese source, here is CaseHut's listing for the ORB Gel Case..... look familiar?? £5.99 plus postage..... hmmmm!!
Anyway, the case fits well and gives good protection. All buttons are placed correctly and the camera lens, flash and charger port all have good access. Hope this shows that you can keep your expensive phone SAFE without breaking the bank.
Regards.
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Strange indeed!
I settled for this one:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150506304658&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
Cheers for the info!

lynxboy said:
Cannot see anyone being unhappy with this case..... £2.65 an absolute bargain.
eBay
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29.65 mate...
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140469166462&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
looks good with free screen protector....

http://www.mobileden.co.uk/mobileph...r-HTC-Desire-HD-Metallic-Silver-8741p4210.htm
metal case here for 15 smackeroons...sems ok. anyone bought this one? Any good?

I guess the seller hopes that someone actually buys it without noticing the high price. He must know that others recommend this product, and well, sneakily tries to make huge profit....

oliboli said:
mobileden.co.uk/mobilephones/pc/Case-Mate-Barely-There-Case-For-HTC-Desire-HD-Metallic-Silver-8741p4210.htm
metal case here for 15 smackeroons...sems ok. anyone bought this one? Any good?
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not metal, plastic with metallic coloring.
that's mentioned on all sites but that one, wouldn't trust them.

[Q] Samsung Omnia 7 case

Guys do any of you know how to select/buy the leather case showed in this page?( at the bottom of the page-->accessories)
http://www.omnia7.samsungmobile.com/

No, but I had the same question, just look a few threads under yours.

There should be handsets that have roughly the same measurements. Cases for these could be a workaround until something perfect is released. Problem is, I don't know how to efficiently find out which ones would fit. If somebody with a bit of spare time could find out, that would be great.

valapsp said:
Guys do any of you know how to select/buy the leather case showed in this page?( at the bottom of the page-->accessories)
http://www.omnia7.samsungmobile.com/
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That case is an optional boxed accessory that networks/resellers can choose to offer their customers - and not something being sold (yet, at least) separately to customers. At least that's what Samsung UK told me when I asked.

i've seen some over at mobilefun.codotuk, including silicone covers and what i think is some sort of hard gel...anti shock cases... and the leather one you speak of.
*http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/cat/Omnia-7-Cases.htm
Seems i can post links now *
Due in stock mind you. But some of the only ones i found so far.

£2.99 + free p&p
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SAMSUNG-I8700...262191&cguid=67fe76c212c0a0aad2274fb7fff87a83
just got one to see what it's like.

mwako said:
£2.99 + free p&p
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SAMSUNG-I8700...262191&cguid=67fe76c212c0a0aad2274fb7fff87a83
just got one to see what it's like.
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post some pics?
any comments?

taz5176 said:
post some pics?
any comments?
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Will as soon as it arrives i bought it yesterday, Hoping he posted it today so will be here tomorrow.
I found the supplier he is getting them off with a bit of ease if it's the one i think it is, so i might buy 500 of them and sell them for £1.99 + free p&p to annoy them XD on ebay
They can even engrave XDA-DEV on the cases for a joke when i asked for no extra cost .... 5 colours
Any mods wanna see this lol ?
£70ish + free p&p for 100 from these guys.

my fav ebay seller finally has products for the o7
http://stores.ebay.com/DCMUGEN/Cases-/_i.html?_nkw=i8700&submit=Search&_fsub=1471212016&_sid=6984766

The Piel Frama case is finally available to order from today:
http://www.pielframa.com/samsung-omnia-7-imagnum-cases.htm
€80/£67
(though Mobile Fun seem to be selling it for £44.95 - http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/piel-frama-case-for-samsung-omnia-7-black-p26583.htm)

Nice, nice, but thats my favorite.
Ordered one today,with my NAME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
http://cgi.ebay.ch/E2-Custom-Made-Leather-case-for-Samsung-Omnia-7-/390259858479?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item5add4cdc2f

Silicone case came today, it's the exact one i thought it would be so might order a £100 of these as everyone is selling them £2.99+
Could sell em £2 = Free P&P
Will upload some pics later today

dgpurvis said:
The Piel Frama case is finally available to order from today
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That does look a good (if expensive) case. Tempted... ;D

mwako said:
Silicone case came today, it's the exact one i thought it would be so might order a £100 of these as everyone is selling them £2.99+
Could sell em £2 = Free P&P
Will upload some pics later today
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Hi any updates? I should be recieving my omnia 7 soon and want to get a decent case/screen protector as well.
Cheers

oh well, I ended up ordering that silicon case. I am also going to get some screen protectors/films just in case.

Sorry...sorry sorry... totally forgot lol, Will upload now. Going to go take some pics downstairs in good light.

Long post of Pics for anyone wondering what the Omnia 7 black silicone case looks like on the phone as not many suppliers seem to have pics on the ads yet. *when i bought it anyway* - Yes mine has a screen protector I think it looks fine with the case as you cannot see the edges on the glass much apart from two pics which show the holes around the windows button and the ear piece / sensors.
*4th pic down if you zoom in shows what the screen protector does as already my phones been across a few of the slate tiles in the kitchen*

I think I found the perfect 3rd-party case for the phone The 'Valente Leather Pocket 15'. It's still a little tight (not too tight) but I reckon it will loosen up in a few days as it is genuine leather... so the fit will be great!
Bought it for €15,- @ a retailer called the Phonehouse in the Netherlands.
also available online at: pdashop.nl/product/108532/
images below (note: although the phone doesn't stick out as much as in pic 1 when you push it as far as possible into the case, the corners do stick out just 1mm. so that's only a real concern when you drop it head-down)

Nice,
Found a few for
£3.99 + free p&p
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-PU-LEAT..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item4aa60357a2
&
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Leather-Track..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item2a0c26fc8a
£1.99 + free p&p. Looks very similar
Just ordered it the first one, so hoping it fits the phone with the silicone, If not, Extra one for when i get the missus one of these phones.... *sigh*

I have already used up 4 of the 6 screen protectors provided and still can't get it to set without any bubbles. Any tips would be welcome.

Anyone bought one of these?

Has anyone bought of these covers ?
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Red-Aluminiu...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item3a65093ac4
If yes, do they fit well on the phone ? and do they protect it well ?

no but nice!!!

i send them a message and asked what it was made of, and they said plastic and aluminium.
I think i'll buy one.... or 2
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/2X-Aluminium...ccessories&hash=item3a64d5657e#ht_2274wt_1141

Wow looking nice, better than the cases i have at the moment.

May interfere with GPS signal?

the antenna is in the bottom section of the phone, so i'd think that having a metal back wouldn't make a difference.
I think i'm gonna buy one, so i'll tell everyone how it is once it arrives

sromer said:
the antenna is in the bottom section of the phone, so i'd think that having a metal back wouldn't make a difference.
I think i'm gonna buy one, so i'll tell everyone how it is once it arrives
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I think the GPS antenna is by the flash unit, so the case may interfere with the signal.
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA Premium App

owell, i'll give it a try and see if that happens

I just bought the 2x pack...I will report in after I get it!

hodd said:
I just bought the 2x pack...I will report in after I get it!
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Same.
1 black & 1 blue

what i recommend is the the gel cases. they are well protected and fit well over my DHD. also very cheap. £1 a case from http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/New-HYDRO-Gel...asesPouches&hash=item20b6844739#ht_4492wt_907
and http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-SILICON...sesPouches&hash=item43a66d8178#ht_2193wt_1139.
have a look.

Very very nice... I want it!

Rawdi said:
what i recommend is the the gel cases. they are well protected and fit well over my DHD. also very cheap. £1 a case from http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/New-HYDRO-Gel...asesPouches&hash=item20b6844739#ht_4492wt_907
and http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-SILICON...sesPouches&hash=item43a66d8178#ht_2193wt_1139.
have a look.
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Do they stick to your pockets?

Rawdi said:
what i recommend is the the gel cases. they are well protected and fit well over my DHD. also very cheap. £1 a case from http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/New-HYDRO-Gel...asesPouches&hash=item20b6844739#ht_4492wt_907
and http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-SILICON...sesPouches&hash=item43a66d8178#ht_2193wt_1139.
have a look.
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I've already got a silicone case, and i've ordered 2 of the cases i linked to.
Thanks anyway though, i might get one of those sometime in the future.
i'm always changing the case im using so having more than one isn't a problem.
Also are there any videos of that case in action ?

save your money - i bought a black one and it was rubbish
getting it on was very stiff, you had to push the on button on the top much harder than normal and after a few days the aluminium unstuck from the plastic and i thre the whole lot away...

panyan said:
save your money - i bought a black one and it was rubbish
getting it on was very stiff, you had to push the on button on the top much harder than normal and after a few days the aluminium unstuck from the plastic and i thre the whole lot away...
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too late
Hopefully i have a better experience than you did, if not it didn't cost that much so i'll learn to wait for other people's experiences before i buy anything else

panyan said:
save your money - i bought a black one and it was rubbish
getting it on was very stiff, you had to push the on button on the top much harder than normal and after a few days the aluminium unstuck from the plastic and i thre the whole lot away...
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You're talking about the aluminium one right? I bought the silicone one, seems better

My Desire HD arrives in the morning, so I've just ordered a 99p silicone jobby off ebay - really not expecting much for 99p, but it should keep it nice while I do some research into the perfect case!!
I've had a hero and it's had a silicone case on it for the last 18 months - it looks pretty much like new. So who knows, maybe 99p will be enough of an investment!

danoneil said:
My Desire HD arrives in the morning, so I've just ordered a 99p silicone jobby off ebay - really not expecting much for 99p, but it should keep it nice while I do some research into the perfect case!!
I've had a hero and it's had a silicone case on it for the last 18 months - it looks pretty much like new. So who knows, maybe 99p will be enough of an investment!
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The 99p/$1AUD aren't really that bad.
I bought one for my DHD when i got it in december and it's been on it ever since, it fits perfects and has protected my phone since i put it on

i have a silicon case for mine and use it when im at work, remember the phone is an aluminium shell and a screen so its pretty well protected, i use a case to protect from scratching my pretty chocolate coloured phone

New "plush grid" battery door replacements

So on Ebay there are some new battery door replacements available to buy:
Click me
Anybody here already tried it out? If so, how is it?

Didn't try that one... Just received the carbon and crocodile one from here.
These are absolutely the best looking battery covers I've used. The fit and finish are awesome and they are not slippery like the original. Got them in a week after purchase from Hong Kong.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?sbk=1&nav=SEARCH&itemId=161033082872
Sent from my SPH-L720 using Tapatalk 2

I own the carbon and the leather one.
While they are nice, I don't like the shiny bezel around the material.
And I hope to get even more grip.

wasabah said:
So on Ebay there are some new battery door replacements available to buy:
Click me
Anybody here already tried it out? If so, how is it?
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Wie gehts,
I just ordered the plush grid, let's see how they are. Thanks for the tip

netrisca said:
Wie gehts,
I just ordered the plush grid, let's see how they are. Thanks for the tip
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Hahaha, nice! I think I'll also just order.. not that much money after all.
Which color did you go for?

wasabah said:
Hahaha, nice! I think I'll also just order.. not that much money after all.
Which color did you go for?
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Got this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/151076783267?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
It will match the black well I think

Be careful with some of these replacement battery doors if you plan on using them in a case (I know, seems redundant). I got a leather batery door from Ali Express and the plastic cover was thicker than the standard one and not b/c of the leather on it. It just wasn't sized properly so it doesn't fit in any of my 3 cases (Spigen Slim Armor View, Poetic case, random aluminum bumper).

Ooh I'm going to buy the black one. I currently use a stylish blue one with my red aluminum bumper but I think this would look better.

Keep us posted when you receive yours!

a healthy suggestion
have you gave any thought to searching up s4 cases through esty
handmade , exotic cases
have a good day
my sibling has a etsy s3 case and she loves it to this day and she bought it 1 1/2 ago )

So did you guys already receive yours?

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So did you guys already receive yours?
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i did maybe a week and a half or so ago, went with the traditional Burberry print, i liked it as the print pattern is very exact, my girl hated it, said everyone will know its fake! (no kidding???). The sides which are black started to splinter off, because the door doesn't flex enough when taking off the back cover which i do often changing batteries. I requested and received a refund and was also told i can keep the back. One other thing the back is not plush, it has more of a wallpaper feel to it and its slightly higher than oem back

KING SKILLZ said:
i did maybe a week and a half or so ago, went with the traditional Burberry print, i liked it as the print pattern is very exact, my girl hated it, said everyone will know its fake! (no kidding???). The sides which are black started to splinter off, because the door doesn't flex enough when taking off the back cover which i do often changing batteries. I requested and received a refund and was also told i can keep the back. One other thing the back is not plush, it has more of a wallpaper feel to it and its slightly higher than oem back
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Eww. I thought it would be plush. Good thing I decided not to order one.