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[Q] Has anybody gotten the HTC G2 / HTC Desire Z Commuter Series Case?

http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-G2-/-HT...HTC4-G2XXX_color=20&start=1&cgid=htc-g2-cases
I can't really tell from the pics so I was hoping somebody who might have gotten it would know whether I can keep the case on while using the physical keyboard?

There are threads in the Accessories section regarding those Otterbox thingies...
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I went to the link you posted and it says there that you can use the keyboard as you normally do. The answer was in front of you the whole time.

Why would you not be able to use the keyboard?!?!?!?!
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One part for the front and one for the back. Still slides open np. Otterbox cases are worth every penny, imo.
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Refer here...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=867217

I've been using mine for about a month and a half. Its great. Love that it covers all the ports. But its slipped out of my hands numerous times. Wish it came with a holster.
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fast review of this case:
good, solid design. love the inside rubber lining on the back cover.
outside material really slick, it has slipped out my hands numerous times. got some nice "wear and tear" marks because of this.
coupled with good screen protector i got a brick i can throw at someones head and knock em out.
pain in the ass to take off to use game gripper.
front cover does not feel like it will last forever as the clips are thin and crappy.
8/10
the rubber/hardcase combo from case-mate for nexus one is my gold standard for cell phone cases.

On a budget...

Hey guys, just broke my HD2 and switched to the G2 and I'm looking for some cheap but good accesories. What have you guys found and liked so far?
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what kind of acessories are you looking for?

Pretty much anything from cases, mounts, etc. To screen protectors, misc. Stuff, etc.
Mainly I'm just learnin the lay of the land for this thing since I was on the pandoras bo...er I mean hd2 for a long time now.
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Well if you get am otterbox, it comes with an awesome screen protector.
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I personally like the bodyguardz brand skin for protection.
Currently using the otterbox. Feels great and worth the price but know that you must not take the case on and off repeatedly. Only do it when u need it
Dock wise, go ebay. It's ur best bet
Mounts wise, you'll have to go universal.
That's all i can tell u off the top of my head
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Thanks, ill probably go with an otterbox because I loved the one I used with my iphone back in the day. Unless...does it have that same rubbery finish which makes fuzz and lint stick to it like glue?
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it's plastic finish. there is a silicone lining inside that makes life awesome when you need to access your volume control or power button. it also provides cover for open ports (headphones and power) so it's a good thing it's there.

Oh wow that literally sounds perfect. Ill order one this week I think.
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Sure, but as i said, once you put the case on, try not to take the case on and off often or you will break a few teeth (on the case) and might scratch your phone if you're not careful.
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Sounds good. Thanks for the input!!
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As far as a car mount goes, I tried a cheap one off eBay and it didn't last very long. I found a Bracketron universal mount at Best Buy, well worth the $20. It's lasted me a few months so far, with no signs of breaking.

Case-mate barely there gets my vote. Otterboxes are just overpriced. Also the case-mate is removable without damaging your phone or the case itself.
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300546135280&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
I had a few other cheap cases in the past that broke on me from taking them on and off, but this one is pretty dam good. Gives good protection and you can take it off no problem with out breaking the clips. It looks just like the case mate but is less then 1/4 the price, overall it does the job and won't hurt the pockets.

Hey i have got the same HTC Desire Z with the same ROM and build number, its locked to vodafone australia though. Have you been able to root that firmware version. I tried the methods on the posts and cyanogen and they dnt seem to work for my version. have you been able to root your version? If so please help

Sensation Back Cover paint/color coming off problems (Pics Added)

Well I just wanted to share with everyone my experience with the back cover and the color coming off after 1 1/2 weeks from the retail box. When I called HTC they did not give me any problems and sent me a new one.
I have kept the phone on Micro-Fiber cloths and what short time it is in a case it is in the T-Mobile sleeve for the Sensation which is soft inside. So I know it is not my use which caused it, the case is possible but I doubt it.
Bottom line is I think their could be some paint/color issues with the back cover so keep a watch for it and if you notice it call HTC and get a replacement.
So has anyone else experienced this? Please leave your comments.
Here is a couple of pictures of mine. You can see the area where the color is coming off just to the right and a little below the camera opening.

It looks like normal wear and tear from the body oils on your hands. I hope that isn't the case and their was some real issue. If this "issue" happens again I probably wouldn't ask for another case personally. On the bright side you can probably sell that other case for like $40 right now.
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Same thing happened to me the first week I had the phone... I returned mine to T-Mobile for another one. Glad to see I wasn't the only one! Good luck with the replacement cover.

BonesRed said:
It looks like normal wear and tear from the body oils on your hands. I hope that isn't the case and their was some real issue. If this "issue" happens again I probably wouldn't ask for another case personally. On the bright side you can probably sell that other case for like $40 right now.
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Well I would agree with you if it had been 6 months, but not 12 days. Maybe I have atomic hands LOL

bobsbbq said:
Well I would agree with you if it had been 6 months, but not 12 days. Maybe I have atomic hands LOL
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LOL yeah I guess! I never touch my actual phone though so I wouldn't know =)
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Maybe having it in your pocket is rubbing it away..
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leyvatron said:
Maybe having it in your pocket is rubbing it away..
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No when it leaves the micro fiber cloth it goes in to the slip pouch. I'm very protective of my phones and I will never put one of my phones in my pocket unprotected.
Other phones I have like the thunderbolt and MT4G I have never had this problem.
I just hope the new case holds up better.

Happened with my XPERIA X1 (made by HTC), happened to my N1, and now it will probably happen to my Sensation. Good to know.

Perhaps it's the skip pocket and the constant slipping in and out of something that fit's so tightly.
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BonesRed said:
Perhaps it's the skip pocket and the constant slipping in and out of something that fit's so tightly.
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Perhaps but the slip case is from T-Mobile and for the sensation and is lined with a soft material. And I mean how many times I could have taken it in and out over 12 days period is, well not that many times as while I'm working I use my work phone.
I might try a different case on this new back cover to see if it makes a difference.

I feel like all phone covers with this surface will be rubbed off eventually

I am having the same problem. I've had the phone 3 weeks, and it is looking pretty bad. It only seems to affect the top third of the case. I'll try calling HTC...
btw, I am also using the t-mobile slip case...

Good thing I got a cover for it to avoid this. Although this does look like normal wear and tear.

asj2583 said:
Good thing I got a cover for it to avoid this. Although this does look like normal wear and tear.
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You think this looks like normal wear and tear for a 12 day old phone? I would agree if the phone was older maybe but if the paint is coming off this quick after purchase I just can't see it being normal. Also this phone has been in a case when not on my micro fiber cloth.

I think it's your atomic hands. Or too much Texas BBQ!
I've had mine 35 days now and no visible wear on the cover. I have ZERO protection on my phone and it's either in my cheap holster during work or taking up it's solo pocket location in my jeans/shorts. My holster interior is not really that soft and I holster the phone a ****load throughout the day. Honestly... I would expect my phone to have a lot of wear already. I've been in love with the sexy feel of this phone since day one and find myself holding and caressing it sometimes even when I'm not using it.
Not sure if that helps or not but due to my holster and my almost perverse fascination with the feel of this device I would expect to see some wear on mine.

Exact reason I got my tpu Case. Need to keep the resale value up.
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Matt1408 said:
Happened with my XPERIA X1 (made by HTC), happened to my N1, and now it will probably happen to my Sensation. Good to know.
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I'm pretty sure the xperia x1 was made by Sony not htc
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I got my sensation fully covered by zagg shield and mine had been perfectly protected by that so maybe you think about in investing in a fully body shield
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tbubba said:
I'm pretty sure the xperia x1 was made by Sony not htc
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No it was definitely made by HTC, just sold by Sony. Because Sony could never produce a decent device. And THAT phone had a problem with its backcover, horrible I finished with rubbing ALL the color off, basically turning the black model into a silver model Looked as if it were new. But I think that's kinda hard to do with the Sensation because there are electronics in the cover. Or is it just metal parts for the antenna?

Firefall! said:
No it was definitely made by HTC, just sold by Sony. Because Sony could never produce a decent device. And THAT phone had a problem with its backcover, horrible I finished with rubbing ALL the color off, basically turning the black model into a silver model Looked as if it were new. But I think that's kinda hard to do with the Sensation because there are electronics in the cover. Or is it just metal parts for the antenna?
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I also had X1 and the exact same thing happened to me. The cover changed the color from black to silver

Body glove case for our phones recall!!!

Body glove case for our phones recall!!!
They told me no one bought them. And they needed that space for the Sensation and galaxy phone.
What's up with that?

Its an overpriced pos that's what
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Plus once you put it on its impossible to take it off without leaving a scuff or mark...pos indeed.
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Thanks good to know!!!
Thank You.
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Any idea where the recall info is. Googled it. Got nothing

From WAL-MART they pulled it from shelves the only one they have is the gel case on clearance and when those are done. They are not having any case for our phones made by body glove.
I wonder why???
You can still get it other places.
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Could it simply be that Wal Mart doesn't want to do business with Body Glove anymore? My local T-mobile still carries the cases.

e3jeremey said:
Could it simply be that Wal Mart doesn't want to do business with Body Glove anymore? My local T-mobile still carries the cases.
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Just not For this phone.
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KRAZYADROIDMASTER said:
Body glove case for our phones recall!!!
They told me no one bought them. And they needed that space for the Sensation and galaxy phone.
What's up with that?
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dumbest thread title.
There 2 different cases from body glove for the G2x, you are only talking about Walmart but don't say that. Nothing was recalled, which means the factory does not want them back.
Basically you are saying a store stopped carrying a case, a store with limited shelf space, and a ton of phones to deal with.
The body glove grasp case is excellent, if you can find it.

xxtruplayaxx16 said:
I'm surprised the above posters think it's a POS. I have a Body Glove and I think it's the best case for our phone. Great protection without sacrificing looks. Doesn't add much bulk... Makes the g2x feel great in hand. Love the cushioned inside to prevent any scratches or nicks while the phone is in the case. It's also not hard to remove either. There's a "slot" on the bottom right of the case. Stick a quarter in and twist.... Quick, easy and no damage done while removing.
I'd recommend it
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I'm surprised you DON'T think it's a POS. I bought 2 of them thinking body glove had to be the best case for the phone. It DOES however add bulk to the phone. I will agree it felt better in the hand. Not hard to remove using the "quarter" method BUT the top part of the case is flimsy and will break after a few removals. Ever accidentally drop your phone with this "best case available"? I have, the case pops off and the phone flies out and gets chewed up. The best part of this is that when I dropped my phone I was bent over and the phone was 2 feet off the ground and actually hit my foot BEFORE hitting the ground.
BAD CASE, HUGE MISTAKE PURCHASING IT. NEVER AGAIN

Ive had this case since I bought my phone and at first it was a little hard to take off. After having to pull the battery out early on the case didn't hold up very well and ended up breaking. Im on my second and its already broke but it does protect the phone very well.

jjlean said:
Any idea where the recall info is. Googled it. Got nothing
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Won't find it because there is none.
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There is no recall. I spoke to the store manager. They told me they pulled it off the shelf to make for cases of newer phones they carry.
The first person I spoke to was a regular employee and I see now he did not know what was going on.
THANK YOU!!!
WITH THAT SAID. THAT ENDS OUR BROADCAST DAY.
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I have the Body Globe clasp case for my phone. It's a great case as long as you aren't the most clumsy person known to man. :/
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xxtruplayaxx16 said:
I'm surprised the above posters think it's a POS. I have a Body Glove and I think it's the best case for our phone. Great protection without sacrificing looks. Doesn't add much bulk... Makes the g2x feel great in hand. Love the cushioned inside to prevent any scratches or nicks while the phone is in the case. It's also not hard to remove either. There's a "slot" on the bottom right of the case. Stick a quarter in and twist.... Quick, easy and no damage done while removing.
I'd recommend it
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I'm with you on this case, I have one as well and it has to one of the best cases I've used and I like how once you get it on its kinda difficult to get off not unless you use the slot like truplay mentioned, it comforts me that if I drop my phone the case won't pop off like a lot of 2 piece cases do.
I recommend it as well

If anyone is interested, Staples retail stores have the hard and gel Body Glove cases for $4.99.
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Are they on clearance or at that price?
Store or online?
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C0dy said:
If anyone is interested, Staples retail stores have the hard and gel Body Glove cases for $4.99.
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there are 3 Body Glove cases
The two piece sold everywhere include T-Mobile
The Grasp which is a high grade TPU with some silicon fused to it somehow.
And the Silicon one you are saying at Staple.
All three exist on Ebay, and the Silicon is different than the grasp.
The Grasp has the diagonal lines which is an easy way to identify. It sell for like 8 bucks new on ebay last time I looked.

Any good protection available yet ?

Hello!
I will get my One Mini in like 2 - 5 days. Of course I want to protect it.
Im kinda always outside and not at home, so there's like always a possibility to drop the phone.
My dad owns the bigger sibling (M7) and he told me this device is really slippy, even though it's pretty handy. I never dropped any of my phones outside and broke the display or anything.. Well I dropped my iPod Touch one time.. but that was an apple device.. I got over it
Now, are there any good cases out yet ?
Im currently using a flipcase on my Desire HD. Brand: I-Carer.
So I preffer cases like the one I have. Dad ordered THIS one.
Im searching for something simular. But I haven't found anything yet..
Anything out yet, or am I asking too early...

Mini protection....
Hi,
I'd suggest a case-mate "barely there" silicon sleeve, and get a Zagg screen protector (coming soon for the mini - check the site!)
As the phone's name suggests, it's mini, so why bulk it up with silly flip cases!

I own that one:
http://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B00E8Y...flip case&qid=1376506583&ref_=sr_1_59&sr=8-59
Im honestly not that satisfied..
So imma order a new one soon..
I cant find a picture of the case you wrote down, can you post or pm a link ?
Think I'll prefer silicon soft cases..
I always had them, wanted to try something new but the flipcase makes a fast accept difficult, and not very handy..
I can post a full review to that case If needed.
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Busted. said:
I own that one:
http://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B00E8Y...flip case&qid=1376506583&ref_=sr_1_59&sr=8-59
Im honestly not that satisfied..
So imma order a new one soon..
I cant find a picture of the case you wrote down, can you post or pm a link ?
Think I'll prefer silicon soft cases..
I always had them, wanted to try something new but the flipcase makes a fast accept difficult, and not very handy..
I can post a full review to that case If needed.
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/Case-Mate-T...810120&sr=1-1&keywords=htc+one+mini+case+mate

Could always get the HTC double dip case and a casemate screen protector. I find it works really well

I've just put on a skinomi screen protector. Bought from amazon, same as Zagg, just slightly cheaper. Reply back once its fully stuck and useable and give an opinion on it.
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Simular to zagg ?
Can you send me a link ? Im on my phone, bad internet connection over here..cant find it on google..
I had a zagg screenprotector once.
Tbh i stil have it
Its stil on the device, and I loved that protector.
So I'd like to see the alternative, and maybe review it.
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crazycastle said:
I've just put on a skinomi screen protector. Bought from amazon, same as Zagg, just slightly cheaper. Reply back once its fully stuck and useable and give an opinion on it.
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Bought it, applied it following the direction, threw it away 20 seconds after. Complete waste of money. Hopefully Spiegen will come out the glass one for mini, by far the best screen protector I have ever had.

holyevilcow said:
Bought it, applied it following the direction, threw it away 20 seconds after. Complete waste of money. Hopefully Spiegen will come out the glass one for mini, by far the best screen protector I have ever had.
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I have to dissagree. It went on better than the zagg i done for my lads Desire C, and is crystal clear when on. Yes, some ppl don't like the feel of these types of protectors, but as for protection i think its worth it. And for only £7, its worth every penny.
I tried to post a link but have a restricted account atm, sorry.
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No problem mate, I already searched it up when I had better connection
Gonna try out soon, as I've been satisfied with the zagg case :thumbup:
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I've got a barely-there case that will deliver today along with some generic clear screen protectors. Will see if the case is worth while tonight.
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h8rift said:
I've got a barely-there case that will deliver today along with some generic clear screen protectors. Will see if the case is worth while tonight.
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I got my case mate barely there case yesterday - 100% definitely worth it, tried the htc and generic cheap cases, all rubbish. Case mate is the one.... lol
Have an invisible shield on it's way - will report back on the screen protection, it gets 5 star reviews on Amazon.....
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Where are you guys ordering your barely there cases? Amazon seems to only have them in pink...
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jholl016 said:
Where are you guys ordering your barely there cases? Amazon seems to only have them in pink...
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You can order direct from case mate - free delivery in the US:
http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-One-Mini-Cases/HTC-One-Mini-Cases.asp

What you guys think about this one? Im thinking of buying it. Anyone owns it so I can see some opinions?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/HTC-Double-...e=UTF8&qid=1386931608&sr=8-1&keywords=HC+C850

Relativedegree said:
What you guys think about this one? Im thinking of buying it. Anyone owns it so I can see some opinions?
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I use this Case together with a Adore June Sleeve and i have nothing to complain.

htc.one.mini said:
I use this Case together with a Adore June Sleeve and i have nothing to complain.
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I use orignal back cover form htc shop. Very good quality and save my phone very well.

I have the hard black case by Nillkin ... have no complaints about it
http://www.nillkin.com/english/proshow.asp?mid=2&sid=0&tid=0&cid=1&scid=13&id=3540&page=1

leungalv said:
I have the hard black case by Nillkin ... have no complaints about it
I have this case as well and love it. A friend has the Barely There case from amazon uk. 14 sterling. Has great reviews!
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