This company does wood backs for the iPhone and they look pretty sweet (if you are into that kind of thing.)
http://trunket.com/
Anyway, I emailed them and they are looking at doing other devices and they are considering the Fascinate. If you are interested, shoot them an email here: [email protected] and show them that there is interest.
Oh wow I love those. I went ahead and shot them over an email. Let's see if we can get them to crank out a couple.
Amazing
Just /ranted and then noticed your post. Brilliant! I just emailed them as well.
Seeing how extremely thin our back cover is, the curvature, and the clips; I'd be inclined to say that wood is just not a viable material choice unless properly reinforced.
I just shot them an email as well, those covers look amazing hope they decide to make them for our phones!
Awesome idea! I sent them an email too.
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Their Iphone back covers look to be completely flat. I don't think this is practical. Zagg makes skins that look like wood for it...
I am not sure that it is actually a replacement back. I think it is a stick on but made of real wood. I actually had something like what I have described for my macbook.
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I am not sure that it is actually a replacement back. I think it is a stick on but made of real wood. I actually had something like what I have described for my macbook.
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Yeah, it's just a skin made of wood. Oh well, it's still a neat idea.
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So i got this idea from one guy who put the 3M carbon fiber skin on EVO, But the problem was the curvy shape of my beloved Nexus. So I tried a few things and wasted some Vinyl but finally i bought Best skins ever skin for $8 and used it as a stencil and cut out the vinyl with my xacto. here are the pics. I liked it a lot so i thought i'll share with you guys.
That.....Looks.....AMAZING! Do tell....
Wanna give me the skin you didn't use? ;-)
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looks really cool ive been looking for a carbon fiber cover
That looks so sexy!!!
hmarcus said:
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im sorry, but thats looks horrible!! I dont like it at all!!
Its awesome =) Do mine!
Do not like, sorry
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im sorry, but thats looks horrible!! I dont like it at all!!
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Agreed, you've 'riced' up your phone.
i dont think its any more ricing up than putting on a case. isn't ricing up to give it some sort of performance enhancement that doesn't really enhance anything?
Well I know why some of you don't like it. as my wife does not like it too she also has a nexus and she likes the feel of 'naked phone' if i may say .
My only problem with cases is that if i use them then my desk-dock becomes useless. plus i dont like always to be super careful about keeping my phone anywhere and scratch it.
you know what, it looks pretty good but the only problem is the weave is too large. maybe get a smaller weave vinyl.
care to share the stencil?
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I second that. It looks like a bad Honda Civic ricer lol
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Well I know why some of you don't like it. as my wife does not like it too she also has a nexus and she likes the feel of 'naked phone' if i may say .
My only problem with cases is that if i use them then my desk-dock becomes useless. plus i dont like always to be super careful about keeping my phone anywhere and scratch it.
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Sell me your desk dock.. Please please please please!!
FYI you guys can get overstock Carbon fiber sheets and m3 adhesive strips like used above from a guy named racingjeff on ebay. What this stuff is microthin carbonfiber with m3 adhesive on the back. They use it to make the CF dash boards in teh bling bling honda's you see on the road. I've deal with Jeff for years buying real overstock 3mm CF sheets. Guys a really good guy.
Personally I don't think it looks bad at all. I wouldn't do an entire phone in carbon fiber but it looks nice enough to me.
I'm going to cover my HD2 battery door using the same carbon fiber sheet. I'm also considering buying a couple of battery doors from ebay and experiment a little. I want to polish one battery door to a "mirrior finish" and I want to try painting one using Krylon just to see how it will come out.
I've painted all sorts of crap like Blackberry housings, golf clubs, furniture and I have the technique and prep work down to a science so we'll see how it goes and I'll make sure to post pics when complete.
I applaud dude for having the balls to experiment!
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im sorry, but thats looks horrible!! I dont like it at all!!
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I like it but the CF grids are a little large. I would like a tighter patterns. Heres the guy I use. Granted its not going to be $8 because its real CF.
http://shop.ebay.com/racingjeff/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=25
Email him and tell him what your planning to do, he's super cool and will send out samples and all his stuff is the real deal, not look alike CF.
Is there a ay you help me out, on how to make the vinyl go so nicely around the corners? specially on the curvy parts... ive tried b4 with other vinals, and i cant get it to go nice on the curves, i always get extra stuff
I stumbled on this http://cheapdroids.com/T-Mobile-G2-Monaco-Aluminum-Case-Black-Open-Screen-Design.html
and was wondering if anyone had it or had reviews about it, looking to see that it wont interfere with keyboard like some do.
Hey quick question! This case does not open the keyboard right?
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Hey quick question! This case does not open the keyboard right?
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From the picture it looks like a solid one-piece, but then how would you get the phone in there?
"The lock on the side holds the top and bottom of the case tightly together and prevents the case from accidentally opening"
It seems that it's some kind of lock, so that would mean it's openable, but don't hold me to that
*Edit*: http://cheapdroids.com/T-Mobile-G2-Monaco-Aluminum-Case-Silver-Open-Screen-Design.html
Thats the silver one, there you can see the long mechanism a bit better, so from the looks of it, you can still open it.
Ohh I didn't see that shot great gonna order one
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Could you let us/me know how it is? It looks rather interesting
Definitely looking forward to an XDA member's review on this with better pics!
Once I get it pics and review will be up i really just want something easier to take on an off then the ones that tmobile has cause I use a case for work which is painting, and the tmobile cases felt like i would screw the phone up taking them on and off alot.
I am very interested in this case as well and will probably order. I found a different seller on eBay selling this case, link below. It includes more pictures as well.
http://cgi.ebay.com/T-Mobile-G2-Mon...Accessories&hash=item256083857c#ht_1724wt_983
Also found this retailer that has a video of it, looks slightly bulky.
http://www.wirelessground.com/t-mobile-g2-aluminum-black-case.html
looks like oyu need to open just to use keyboard screw that
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looks like oyu need to open just to use keyboard screw that
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Well a lot of people around here are looking for that. Something to lock the keyboard in place during normal day to day use. That way it isn't opening in your pocket and stuff like that.
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Well a lot of people around here are looking for that. Something to lock the keyboard in place during normal day to day use. That way it isn't opening in your pocket and stuff like that.
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Yea that works out for them but it means im still on the hunt >>
I agree in theory you shouldn't have to need this case. But if you are like me, my phone hinge is loose and it feels wobbly to even text. So if this case can hold the goods together securely then it looks like its worth it.
Just ordered one. Let's see if its better then the otterbox.
[G2/HTC Vision]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Q606qauJ4A&feature=related
Looks sturdy. The added bulk keeps me away though.
I agree, I am worried about the excess bulkiness. Looks like a brick! All my friends have iPhone 4's so I dont want to pull out something looking a decade old! However pics and youtube videos can be deceiving. The G2 is a beautiful phone and doesnt seem to show scratches easy. I too have the loose hinge and like I said in a previous post, scotch tape on the sides is the best answer!
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I agree, I am worried about the excess bulkiness. Looks like a brick! All my friends have iPhone 4's so I dont want to pull out something looking a decade old! However pics and youtube videos can be deceiving. The G2 is a beautiful phone and doesnt seem to show scratches easy. I too have the loose hinge and like I said in a previous post, scotch tape on the sides is the best answer!
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Agreed. I always find myself buying cases for all of my devices. 2 weeks later i end up ditching them going back to naked. right now i just have the stealthguards full body protector on which is excellent even for 10$. I, for one, hate the g2's keyboard, however, its one of the best ones out thus far. (if that makes any sense)
Anybody who ordered this case received it yet? Ordered mine on the 17th and still hasn't arrived....
[G2/HTC Vision]
DO NOT ORDER. Took forever to come and the case is complete crap. Finish sucks. Build sucks. Overall suck
[G2/HTC Vision]
I just wanted to give a huge thanks to Android Fan Network (Nick) for sending me this case! :highfive: Thanks guys!
okay, so this is the first time I've ever seen a diztronic case.
i wasn't sure what to expect, honestly, i first heard about them a week ago when i saw AFN's review they posted on facebook. Well, I wanted to get my hands on a case ever since I saw that review. So, naturally I was really excited to get home from work tonight at 8pm to find this sitting in my mailbox! Even though the unit I received was pink I still wanted it on my phone, for a few minutes at least! Well, I just want to say that Diztronic really used high quality TPU when they designed this case. It really has a premium feel that a lot of TPU cases lack.
PRO's:
-fitment, honestly it is exactly like it should be. No excess space and nothing is cramped. (the IR blaster is slightly off center, but it still works perfectly)
-button covers. Yes, this is actually a PRO on this case. It is flimsy enough to allow for a tactile feedback of the button! It actually clicks. I don't know why all companies don't make this a priority.
-Lip, it has just the right amount of lip around the top edge to protect your device without going insaine
CON's: These are so minimal, I almost didn't even list them
-No grip on the sides
-camera cutout is not 'perfect' it is slightly raised and causes the phone to rock back and forth when placed on the back, it is also a large square instead of being cut the fit. (not a big deal just something to note)
-My review unit is pink and I cannot be seen with it on my phone in public.
Overall, I would give this TPU case a 5*/5* It is exactly what I look for in a case, and if it were not pink, I would keep it myself! So, if anyone would like a sparkly pink TPU case from Diztronic, I would like to offer the chance to win it, free shipping and all.
I want someone to answer the following question: (Yes, I am a math geek!)
Solve the system:
1) x+2y+2z=10
2) 2x+y+z=8
3) x+3y+2z=11
First person to give me all three numbers that x, y , and z represent wins the case with no shipping charges. Good luck!
Disregard my marked fingers. I work at starbucks and I happened to be on register during happy hour...:crying:
Volume rockers
power button
Let me know what you guys think, I know I love the case sans color choice!
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x=2 , y=1 , z=3
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He's right, damn, nice job wish I saw this earlier!
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wttisme said:
Lol, I knew linear algebra was good for something. I don't really think I know anyone who would want this case. I already have 9 TPU cases and pink isn't one of my favorite colors. I may pass it on to someone else.
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He is correct, nicely done. Do you want the case or were you just solving it? Just want to be sure.
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wttisme said:
If Anthony04x has a genuine use for it, then I will pass it on. Thanks for doing this, it's a good aside from the oh no my phone has 9gb or it's slow threads xD.
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I know, I personally love the phone and want to help build a better community here. I got this case for free and really only wanted to review it. I know I love getting something I want for free, especially something that is, in my opinion, good. I'm going to give away two other cases soon, so be on the lookout for those!
I agree though, there is a lot of negative threads here, we need more positive ones for such a great phone.
Pass it on like OP said, can't be seen in public with a pink s4 now, if my girlfriend had an s4 I'd gladly take it but she has a lame 4s
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Alright, so first come first serve. Who ever has a girlfriend with an S4, or would just like an awesome TPU case that happens to be pink, send me a PM or post here. (Be sure to quote me or PM me as well so I get an E-mail notification!)
Im sure there has to be one girl in our community.. lol
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I have many app ideas, but don't have the skill or the time to learn how to make an app. if you would like to know an idea and attempt to make one, just message me.
Anyone using Pop Sockets for the v10 they're a life saver for people with tiny hands lol but also since the phone is a bit heavy this is useful for anyone!!! Got mine at TMOBILE but they're cheaper on the website! You can even make custom ones
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Anyone using Pop Sockets for the v10 they're a life saver for people with tiny hands lol but also since the phone is a bit heavy this is useful for anyone!!! Got mine at TMOBILE but they're cheaper on the website! You can even make custom ones
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Pretty interesting product. I like the fact that they seem to lay a little flatter than the FlyGrip. I'd definitely pick up the case with the sockets integrated into it but they don't seem to offer one for our phone.
http://www.popsockets.com/
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Pretty interesting product. I like the fact that they seem to lay a little flatter than the FlyGrip. I'd definitely pick up the case with the sockets integrated into it but they don't seem to offer one for our phone.
I like that it's reusable and can be moved around wherever you want
I have it pretty much in the middle of the phone's back in the outside of my phone case which saved me from having to buy a new case since it also functions as a viewing stand! Neat little gadget for bigger devices and tiny hands
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The girl who waited on me when I was buying my v10 was using one on her phone and really liked it.
I was tempted but since I already had my flygrip I decided to save the 14.99 (for a 2 pack in store)
If they had been selling 1 for $7 I probably would have bought it!
It's really the first time I've seen one of this type of product available in store vs online. It's about time!
Glad to hear it's working for you and that it's available with different options online.
Now I have another choice if I want something new!
Sent from my pretty nifty brand new LG V10
Lol one in the kitchen one in the crapper
sigmaxaa said:
Pretty interesting product. I like the fact that they seem to lay a little flatter than the FlyGrip. I'd definitely pick up the case with the sockets integrated into it but they don't seem to offer one for our phone.
http://www.popsockets.com/
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lol. Yes, one in the crapper is always a good idea:good:
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lol. Yes, one in the crapper is always a good idea:good:
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I know, right??? I almost fell out of my chair when I heard that...actually rewound the video a little to make sure I heard it right! Hilarious!!!
Looks cool but how would that work when the v10 has cross stitch grip backs... The case I have also has rubber grip back...
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Looks cool but how would that work when the v10 has cross stitch grip backs... The case I have also has rubber grip back...
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+1...sounds like a great idea but im wondering how well it will stick to the v10
I'm pretty sure it's just using the 3m adhesive which is the same thing my flygrip uses. No problems here. It's stuck on nice and tight.
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Looks cool but how would that work when the v10 has cross stitch grip backs... The case I have also has rubber grip back...
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It should work fine either way mine is functioning fine on my case and you can move it around whenever you want
I picked one up from Amazon while Christmas shopping. I had never heard of them before seeing this thread a few weeks ago.
I have to say, it's an awesome product. Works great as a stand while watching videos, and really helps in handling such a large device. Hitting the second screen with one hand is easy now.
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I picked one up from Amazon while Christmas shopping. I had never heard of them before seeing this thread a few weeks ago.
I have to say, it's an awesome product. Works great as a stand while watching videos, and really helps in handling such a large device. Hitting the second screen with one hand is easy now.
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No one has/had any issues with it detaching from the back of our wafflesque surface phones? I like the product and could see using it, but I'm looking for confirmation that it worked on a stock phone without a case.
Thanks in advance for replies.
I have used one on my phone without a case. It worked great. I took it off when I added a Spigen case and have been too lazy to put it back on. My wife is very small and she loves it on her Samsung S3 phone. And yes you can take them off and reuse them over and over. Nice invention.
I found out I have a local case company making beautiful hand made Pixel cases. I will be ordering mine soon and I would invite anyone to check them out. I messaged them the other day and they offered a tour of the business. I am pretty stoked!
https://www.carved.com/shop/google-pixel-xl-wood-cases
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These things are really great. Had one for my 6P and now I have one for my pixel with custom artwork. Worth every penny.
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These things are really great. Had one for my 6P and now I have one for my pixel with custom artwork. Worth every penny.
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What type of wood is that?
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What type of wood is that?
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Monochrome. Available in the custom design section.
Oh man, that gives me a great idea. I totally forgot they did custom artwork.
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Loving my case it feels and looks amazing! Thank you for this thread!
So glad you found one you loved and it's a great company.
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I just wanted to say I found Carved.com because of this thread and I was absolutely blown away. I sent in some custom work, which understandably took a little time. It is set to arrive tomorrow and I absolutely can't wait to see it on my Pixel XL. Thank you Hoshneer for pointing me in this direction with the thread.
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I just wanted to say I found Carved.com because of this thread and I was absolutely blown away. I sent in some custom work, which understandably took a little time. It is set to arrive tomorrow and I absolutely can't wait to see it on my Pixel XL. Thank you Hoshneer for pointing me in this direction with the thread.
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Post a pic when you get it.
Not exactly a case, but this is my custom wrap from Toastmade.
I got the geometric octopus case... But the buttons are terrible
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Love it, it looks and feels great. The ONLY knock I have on it is the side buttons are flush, but the 'click' on them is like not having a case at all.
EDIT: There we go, got the image uploaded this time.
I have the Kerby Rosanes Geometric Wolf case for my Pixel XL (http://www.carved.com/shop/google-p...ric-wolf.html?193=226&167=259&181=178&clean=1) and my fiancé has the Grand Teton Inlay (http://www.carved.com/shop/iphone-6/traveler-wood-case/grand-teton-inlay.html). We both love our cases; they are gorgeously crafted and they do a solid job protecting the phone as well. Plus the unboxing experience is top-notch (obviously not the most important thing, but it shows that they're paying attention to detail.)
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.... Plus the unboxing experience is top-notch (obviously not the most important thing, but it shows that they're paying attention to detail.)
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Oh, how can I forget that! One of the best unboxing experiences I've EVER had. It was wonderful, to say the least. 2 stickers, a joke bio, great artwork, great container. A lot of attention was paid.
Designed a couple CSV's for myself and my GF.
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Not exactly a case, but this is my custom wrap from Toastmade.
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That looks super slick. How does it feel around the front? I'm hoping it doesn't have an uncomfortable ridge you can feel when holding it.
I'm really excited and I ordered two cases today for my wife and I. I also messaged them on Facebook since they are local to me and they offered a tour of the shop. How cool is that?
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That looks super slick. How does it feel around the front? I'm hoping it doesn't have an uncomfortable ridge you can feel when holding it.
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I absolutely love it. I have 5 traditional cases for the Pixel that I was rotating before I got this. Even the slimmest, most minimal case can't match how light and thin the phone feels now.
The sizing is perfect. The one I got for the 6p a year ago didn't have any protection for the front edges of the phone. This one appropriately extends just far enough to protect all of the front edges, but not so far as to be uncomfortable in the hand. The glass screen protector extends probably 0.5mm father than the case.
Once you smell and feel the wood, you won't regret a purchase from Toastmade.
Just absolutely amazing.
I received my case, and man are the buttons really annoying. How is it a good idea to have the buttons flush with the case?
Also, execution seems a bit sloppy where the glossy and matt TPU meet on the right hand side of the case. There is a thin flap of plastic there, something I would expect from a TPU case you buy for a few dollars on eBay but not from Carved.