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http://www.noreve.com/brand/HTC/product/Housse_cuir_HTC_P3600_-_HTC_Trinity_-_SPV_M700.html
This may be old news, but I just found it, and didn't see it listed here. Ordered one and will post my impressions here when I get it.
I've got this one already from http://www.inkino.co.uk/zen/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1547
VERY nice case!!!
Yep, it's a nice case
Got it in 2 days (FedEx from France to California.) It fits nicely, and it's not bad looking, as far as cases go (I still much prefer the "naked" Trinity.)
I doubt it would be much protection in a fall, particularly if it lands on one of the bottom edges, which are exposed through the access cut-outs.
Access is to the phone is easy, just flip up the cover, which is held by a weak magnet. The belt clip is removable, but there is a flat-head metal screw covering the hole in the back (I am not big on belt clips The materials and workmanship are not Prada, but not really bad either.
Overall I am happy with the Noreve case and recommend it.
Just wanted to share my thoughts on the Proporta Silicon Case from expansys. Basically its very good and retains the slimness of the whole whilst protecting it brilliantly, protects the casing perfectly from scratches, fits really good - not too tight not too loose. Also features the touch diamond pattern on the back too. Arrived next day aswell
I have bought some similar from shop.brando.com.hk and they have always been very good. Last a year or so before they start to get too loose in the fit and needs to be replaces.
simba2585 said:
Just wanted to share my thoughts on the Proporta Silicon Case from expansys. Basically its very good and retains the slimness of the whole whilst protecting it brilliantly, protects the casing perfectly from scratches, fits really good - not too tight not too loose. Also features the touch diamond pattern on the back too. Arrived next day aswell
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I got two of these off ebay for less than a fiver for both.
don't really like the diamond design on the back but a lot better than a dent or scratch
Do they stay on? I wouldn't like it coming off while taking the phone out of my pocket..
got one of these for about £3 off ebay - binned it cos it covers up the stylus - i am not weened off my pointy stick yet!
the case is secure once its on the diamond.
some cons :
it looks ugly when on
you cannot take stylus out
the design around the screen is raised so can be akward touching near the egde of the screen.
pros:
very cheap
will last for a very long time
and will protect the jewel as well as it can with its design.
This one has a hole for stylus and it's cheap.
the proporta silicon case i got from expansys as quoted in the first post does have a cut out for access to the stylus. it doesnt slip out either, nice and snug!
simba2585 said:
Just wanted to share my thoughts on the Proporta Silicon Case from expansys. Basically its very good and retains the slimness of the whole whilst protecting it brilliantly, protects the casing perfectly from scratches, fits really good - not too tight not too loose. Also features the touch diamond pattern on the back too. Arrived next day aswell
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Does this case have a screen protector built in?
Im waiting for the PdAir leather flip case to come up, but meanwhile I spotted this for £20. Works for both Desire and N1. What you guys think?
http://www.clove.co.uk/viewProduct....rce=google&utm_medium=base&utm_campaign=pound
That looks a good price £20+vat = £23.50
Proporta are charging £30!
-Joe
Yes. Not bad at all... not sure if the PdAir one is better... below a sample of one on Ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PDair-Genuine..._PDAsAccessories_PDACases?hash=item335c381f19
I had PDair before - and I do like their quality. The Alu leather one seems to keep the whole screen free from obstruction, which I like...
The problem with the PDair, like the one for the HD2, is that the leather along the sides of the screen actually make it more difficult to use the touch screen at the edge of the screen. I prefer the Clove case mentioned above and a similar design from Noreve.
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The problem with the PDair, like the one for the HD2, is that the leather along the sides of the screen actually make it more difficult to use the touch screen at the edge of the screen. I prefer the Clove case mentioned above and a similar design from Noreve.
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I agree with that. I had a PDAir case on a previous phone and found it did restrict access to the edge of the screen and also to the buttons at the bottom.
On the other hand, I am worried that the Desire Alu Leather flip case does not protect the edges of the phone from other things in the pocket and, even, whether small coins can slip under the cover onto the screen.
I may have to stick with a simple pouch. (But I also like the look of PDAir's Luxury Silicone Case like they make for the Nexus One.)
Good point.. the sides are open, but I think it should cover if it falls on the floor etc. I think I will go for the Prpoporta alu case, but get a screenprotector film as well.
Just orderered the Alu-Leather case from Clove. Will let you know when get it and how it feels.
Got the Alu Leather flip case today. Looks great!!! Finally I dont have to worry too much about scratching or damaging the phone. It looks stylish with black and inside white leather. It gives access to the headphone jacks and is easy to open quickly to answer calls etc.
Seems keeping the phone sturdy in place and nothing blocking the screen (unlike PdAir).
Will let you know how it feels after couple more days use!!
But looks really stylish!
Is the stud used to close the cover stands over the screen? I like flip cases, but on most of them the studs is just over the screen, and I'm worried about been able to broke it.
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Got the Alu Leather flip case today. Looks great!!! Finally I dont have to worry too much about scratching or damaging the phone. It looks stylish with black and inside white leather. It gives access to the headphone jacks and is easy to open quickly to answer calls etc.
Seems keeping the phone sturdy in place and nothing blocking the screen (unlike PdAir).
Will let you know how it feels after couple more days use!!
But looks really stylish!
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The stud.. or magnetic button... stands almost exactly over the optical trackball. But I wouldnt worry at all as the cover is lined with aluminium sheet. Means its well protected from impacts to the front and back of the phone.
How much depth would you say it adds to the phone?
Are you able to upload any pics? Would be awesome if you could, particularly one with the stud closed
Here are few pics... please dont pay attention to all the dust that the flash picked!
It does add little depth to the phone - as does PdAir etc. At least it has a aluminum layer strengthening it, but with the leather its smooth. I got this phone on a 24mth
contract so I want to protect my baby well at least for the first year or so...
Jannen, what is it like taking portrait photos now with the flap at the top? Does it get in the way at all?
Just took some pics... just hold the flip with your left hand. To me, no big deal really... and as it was sunny the flip actually blocked the sun reflecting from the screen. But honestly, I think that is personal taste. I prefer flip cases to others as they give some protection if you drop the phone while using it. Slip in ones dont protect if you drop it while using it.
Well Ive pretty much gone always against the idea of getting a case but Im seeing one day my poor phone falling and breaking to pieces so rather be safe than sorry.
What I need:
- This is a question: Whats the difference between hard cases (plastic) and soft cases (rubber)? Obviously besides the material
- The phone with the case on MUST still be able to be inserted without major problems into the pockets of a jeans pants (I see this a bit for difficult for rubber cases)
- I would still like to access everything, button/port wise (except maybe the back cover)
- No difference in using the keyboard or the phone in general
- Very easy to remove and put on the case from and to the phone
- Seeing as the phone is kinda heavy as is, a light material would be nice.
- No reception issues
A clear or a green case would be my personal choices as clear the phone is still visible and I like the color green Also my media player use to have a kickstand which would be nice but I care less...
Thanks
from dustrho's thread about HTC cases
GREEN CASE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQObS6fsY6Q
http://www.wirelessground.com/t-mobi...ase-green.html
Otterbox Commuter case. Solid and rugged case that can withstand almost any abuse you throw at it. Fits nicely into my jean pockets and is easy to whip out when I need it. All buttons and ports are easily accessible. Bulks the phone up just alittle, but I would rather have the bulk and have the phone survive a 4ft drop than have a cheap or flimsy case and have both case and phone go to the garbage.
http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-G2-/-HT...HTC4-G2XXX_color=20&start=1&cgid=htc-g2-cases
Got mine with a free car charger on ebay for about $30
from dustrho's thread about HTC cases
GREEN CASE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQObS6fsY6Q
http://www.wirelessground.com/t-mobi...ase-green.html
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Thats the first case I looked at and like. The link is to the rubber version but there is a plastic one as well. Im not sure which to get as I dont know the different "feel" between the two.
Otterbox Commuter case. Solid and rugged case that can withstand almost any abuse you throw at it. Fits nicely into my jean pockets and is easy to whip out when I need it. All buttons and ports are easily accessible. Bulks the phone up just alittle, but I would rather have the bulk and have the phone survive a 4ft drop than have a cheap or flimsy case and have both case and phone go to the garbage.
http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-G2-/-HTC...d=htc-g2-cases
Got mine with a free car charger on ebay for about $30
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1: Way too expensive
2: Bulks the phone up (making it hard to slide in a pocket quickly)
3: Very very bad looking
The quality looks OK (with port covers and everything) but those 3 things and after viewing a video just throw me off.
The difference is just how it feels on your hands. Rubber has a slightly softer feel while the plastic one is smoother but almost slippery (doesnt slip, just feels like it due to its smoothness)
Go for that case if anything. Another way to get a real feel is to drop by a tmo store. They sell both types (atleast where i live) and you can handle it to see if u like it.
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I got the otterbox commuter a while back. it's nice, rubber inside, hard plastick outside, two layer case. There is rubber covers for usb and headphone jacks.
Case has nice texture on the backside, gives nice grip.
If you use headphone whit bulky 3.5mm like steel series siberia, it wont fit in whit the case. but any earplugs will fit just fine.
case makes the power button more easily accessible, like it.
the camera button is ****ed up. it's way to hard to press, and you dont feel the 2-stage shutter whit this case, you could easily cut the button covering part of tough.
i have put it back on and of multiple times, ans i'm not using it anymore, my front cover has 2 broken clips that keep to case on :/
i trust my grip enough, so i'm not using cases anymore, I have hard plastic shelled belt pouch to carry my phone, so if i fell of a bike or something hits me in the pocket, this case in pouch, phone will be just fine.
-Whippler
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Well Ive pretty much gone always against the idea of getting a case but Im seeing one day my poor phone falling and breaking to pieces so rather be safe than sorry.
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These phones are harder to break than you would think. Mine has survived at least 5 falls from about a metre in height onto concrete, and just scuffed up the aluminum edges in two spots
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The difference is just how it feels on your hands. Rubber has a slightly softer feel while the plastic one is smoother but almost slippery (doesnt slip, just feels like it due to its smoothness)
Go for that case if anything. Another way to get a real feel is to drop by a tmo store. They sell both types (atleast where i live) and you can handle it to see if u like it.
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But doesnt the rubber one have a "grip" as well? It would seem logical.
I got the otterbox commuter a while back. it's nice, rubber inside, hard plastick outside, two layer case. There is rubber covers for usb and headphone jacks.
Case has nice texture on the backside, gives nice grip.
If you use headphone whit bulky 3.5mm like steel series siberia, it wont fit in whit the case. but any earplugs will fit just fine.
case makes the power button more easily accessible, like it.
the camera button is ****ed up. it's way to hard to press, and you dont feel the 2-stage shutter whit this case, you could easily cut the button covering part of tough.
i have put it back on and of multiple times, ans i'm not using it anymore, my front cover has 2 broken clips that keep to case on :/
i trust my grip enough, so i'm not using cases anymore, I have hard plastic shelled belt pouch to carry my phone, so if i fell of a bike or something hits me in the pocket, this case in pouch, phone will be just fine.
-Whippler
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Like I commented, the otterbox isnt for me.
These phones are harder to break than you would think. Mine has survived at least 5 falls from about a metre in height onto concrete, and just scuffed up the aluminum edges in two spots
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Until it falls from one fall from 1/2 a meter into grass and it breaks.
Better to be safe than sorry about making this costly investment.
I never said the rubber one doesn't have a grip. in fact, if i remember correctly, it has such a grip that it keeps on pulling my pockets inside out. go figure.
and as I said, drop by a tmo store and check it out. you'll feel the difference and it'll help you more than just words of explanations.
Check this one out:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1096776
This is the case I am using, LOVE IT!
Best case for me hands down is the oem g1 sock slip case thing.
No need for screen protectors, no scratches on screen now or later
Goes into any pocket, no rubber annoying crap
Costs 3 bucks on ebay
Fits even with the 3600mah mugen battery (big plus for me)
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Saw this case on honorbuy and it seems rather nice. Adds only 1mm to the thinckness, but the metal+leather look would upgrade the device quite a bit.
Does anyone have this one and could maybe share their experience? Handling, build quality, etc.
Thanks in advance.
The same, but $5 only. You can read more here. Use google translate, it`s in Russian.
Thanks for the tip, I'm not saving much though, planning to order that one + the note 2 itself, and both will come from EU.
Translating in case someone else is interested:
"Using this for 2 days now, like it very much. The cover has good quality, leather is glued on well, don't think it will come off. Fits nicely, doesn't rattle or squeak, no gaps. All holes for all connectors are on their places, charging cable/headphones can be inserted normally. The thickness increases by 1mm and the power/volume buttons are not inset as on the original cover. The chrome frame is not painted but double plastic, so it shouldn't peel off. The cover doesn't affect speaker volume or photo quality, no glare/reflections and the camera+flash is laid deeper so it won't get scratches even though it doesn't have that sticking out thing as on the original near the speaker. Recommending to buy."
The back cover fits very well (hard to remove). The leather makes great grip - hard to drop the phone. The weak part is the frame - made from very soft plastic, very easy to scratch with keys or coins. It's better to wear in empty pockets or in bag. Mine is scratches from the keys so will replace it with hard case + the original back cover.
I got one from Aliexpress, fit and finish is very good for the price, buttons feel snappy. All the holes are in the right places. Makes the phone feel more premium in hand. At first it was hard to remove, but after removing a few times it become very easy to remove just like the original cover.
My main problem with this cover is that the "PU leather" feels like those cheap plastic foam sheets manufacturers put between the keyboard and the screen on some laptops. I had my share of PU leather products and it's certainly not how this "PU leather" feels. The phone also doesn't fit that well into my hand with it on, mainly because while the edges that go towards the display are rounded, the ones that go towards your hand are rather sharp, compared to the original cover. It is hard to remove, and after the second time the thin plastic part around the USB port snapped. Wasn't really worth it, tbh.
I bought this case from another place on aliexpress and I'm really happy with it.
https://youtu.be/hrqSruzN-kk
@Leader2light: does yours actually feel anything like PU leather? Mine doesn't.