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otterbox for Nexus One (strongest cases ever)

otterbox are the Sh*t when it comes to there cases as you can see on youtube when they run over a iphone with a car and drop it in the water
and otterbox are finally bringing it to the nexus one
http://www.otterbox.com/nexus-one-cases/
there are 2 cases
Google Nexus One Impact Series Case
Price: $19.95
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Google Nexus One Commuter Series Case
Price: $34.95
it look like it dont have screen protection
what you guys think

it's about time!..i have the commuter for my bb9700 and love it...
**just checked and it's not for sale as of yet..

my field of work warrants an otterbox for sure but i want one that is waterproof.
cant have an otter that wont get wet.

cool stuff
I am pretty excited I have never had a phone that Otter made a case for, but my friend has a Defender on his 3Gs and it works for sure! I wish they covered the front of the phone though... I might get the Commuter series, but I already have a Body Glove case and Tough Case from Case-Mate lol
But I signed up to be alerted, because it looks sleek and much stronger than anything I've seen so far!
Edit: The clear film looks like a screen protector for the front! Click on the PDF at the bottom

I also already have the Body Glove for my N1...But that Otter Commuter for the N1 looks seriously kick-ass!
...Signed-up for the email notify too.

Namuna said:
I also already have the Body Glove for my N1...But that Otter Commuter for the N1 looks seriously kick-ass!
...Signed-up for the email notify too.
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it's a really good idea to sign up for the email notification - companies gauge customer sales by this... ;-)

Just signed up for this bad boy

I'm going to need to see some reviews of this one before buying.
The reason i bought a case-mate tough case is because one person wrote that his nexus one survived a 35 foot drop onto concrete. If this otterbox could do the same and then some, its worth it and i'll buy it. I'll be looking forward to those reviews (and pics) guys. Peace

Whats the difference between them?
Looks like the "Impact" one covers more of the phone? but then its also cheaper?

bumskins said:
Whats the difference between them?
Looks like the "Impact" one covers more of the phone? but then its also cheaper?
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the most expes one has all these grooves in the inside
might be for when droped

Holster
I just e-mailed them to get a bit more info, and also I was wondering if they might be offering a holster... and some color combos would be awesome haha
Lime Green and Black like my Tough Case!

I just ordered a innocase II but will definitely be getting this when it comes out.
Signed up!

bumskins said:
Whats the difference between them?
Looks like the "Impact" one covers more of the phone? but then its also cheaper?
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I have the impact and the commuter for the iPhone. If they are anything like those:
The impact is a simple silicone case, a very nice hardened silicone that doesn't attract nearly as much dust and grime as your typical case.
The commuter may be one piece or it may be two, its like an impact case (silicone) with a hard plastic shell over it, this means that it slips out of your pocket much easier. It also has plugs to plug up the holes that flip out.

I just got a confirmation email from Otter Box that the Nexus One case is now available.

Just put a order in for a commuter case. Shipping was $4.80 for USPS ground. This code gave me 10% ($3.50) off of my order.
amcc0310n (found it here)
I'll post some pictures and a review when it gets here. Anyone have any experience with their screen protectors that comes with the case?

Have seen a few on Iphones they were bubbled. Maybe they didnt install them right. I'm sticking with my amzer screen protector. And using the commander case. I'll have ultimate protection best skin ever, amzer screen protector and otterbox commuter case. SWT

Well I will be ordering a Commuter on payday tomorrow, and I hope that 10% off works haha
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The 10% off coupon codes are good until May 31st.

Justed ordered commute case, thanks for coupon, works good.

Has anyone found a holster that would work with the commuter case for the N1? I have the Seidio Innocase II combo right now and I need the holster for my line of work!!!

Poll!Which case would you recommend?

Love Democracy

just bought a otterbox case, ill post here when I try it out

PDair Luxury Silicon case or the case-mate barely there

Innocase II!!!

carlost24 said:
Innocase II!!!
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+1 for Innocase II!

seidio innocase II!!!!!!

Id say otterbox. They're beastly to protect that $600 phone. ONLY problem is they bulk it up. But if you want to throw your phone across the room it's the way to go.

Id say otterbox commuter its not to bulky. Wish they had colors other than black.

oncl0wd9 said:
Id say otterbox. They're beastly to protect that $600 phone. ONLY problem is they bulk it up. But if you want to throw your phone across the room it's the way to go.
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Well either that or case-mate i guess. i was looking at both and it looks like they sell the same type of stuff. just case mate you can buy a different color gel skin. i wonder if the hard shell would work with a skin bought on ebay hmmm...

Your missing the best case, Innocase II, I've had them all and this case is so much better than the rest I actually feel sorry for the folks wasting money on the other cases much the same as I did prior to finding it. There are so many shoddy cases for the Nexus one, including the casemates which I actually thought would be good, but ended up being extremely disappointed with it's a shame really.

it was a mistake not to include a seidio innocase II on this list...
+1 for that case

My vote is for Case Mate ToughCase. There's another thread on here where I posted some pics too.

I received a Case Mate Tough Case this Saturday to replace my Seidio Innocase II, and this is a very very nice case. I like it much more than the Innocase I had. I was worried it would add too much heft to the phone, but it does not at all. It feels very solid and well made and it looks great. My girlfriend ordered the pink one this morning and she hasn't even received her Nexus yet!
As an aside, the Innocase II was a pretty nice case, but I had some QC issues with mine. It was a little too large, and when I pushed the lock button on the phone or plugged the phone into the charger, I could feel it slide up and down inside the case. Also, it's nearly impossible to use the Innocase with a screen protector.

I have the casemate which is basically 2 cases in one and I must say that my phone feels much safer in my hands. I also dropped it accidentally last week and was not worried. The sound that the fall made (dull like a plastic slap hitting the floor) reassured me that my phone was really safe.

jmbrown32 said:
My girlfriend ordered the pink one this morning and she hasn't even received her Nexus yet!
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Thats exactly what I did, got the case before the phone. However I ordered the case mate tough case black/black.

Tough Case.

What's wrong with the free neoprene sock that the phone comes with?

I went for a FlexiShield Skin from Mobilefun.co.uk (bleugh.. new users can't post links)
Having looked at others it now seems expensive, but I like it. It doesn't add much bulk (the phone still fits in the neoprene sleeve), and I've dropped it three or four times (that I can remember. I've had a lot to drink over the bank holiday weekend ) and there's not a mark on the phone...

David Horn said:
What's wrong with the free neoprene sock that the phone comes with?
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Not a lot, it's pretty useful. The problem is it leaves an edge completely unprotected, I dropped mine and guess which bit ate tarmac? Also it seemed to be getting a bit looser with age, the phone didn't feel quite as secure in it as it did in Jan.

Innocase II not my favorite.
I like the Innocase II, but am going try Case Mate or Otterbox.
I tried a Zagg with the supplied neoprene case. Two days later I acquired nicks to the top resulting from a drop. I then bought the Innocase II, which tears up my Zagg at the edges. Too bad, I have two batteries and the Car Dock, so I'd like a solution that will allow me to slip on/off.
Fits OK in the neoprene case with the Innocase II, a little tight.

Case-Mate Tough Case Best Out There! Read my review!

I will start this review by saying that I have owned a variety of different phones ( i get a new phone every 5-6 months) and with each of these phones i buy an expensive case (roughly 20-30 dollars)
The Case-Mate Tough Case beats them all.
I read every review on this board and decided to go with the Blue and Black Case-Mate Tough Case and it has been great.
The included screen protector is a great touch and the hard plastic and soft silicon allows for a great feel and great protection.
The case is easy to take off and looks great (the colors really make the phone unique because you do not see a high quality case that comes in different colors for any phone, many people were impressed when i pulled out my phone asking to feel it and hold it)
Three of my buddies all have Nexus Ones and they all ordered the Tough Case in different colors, two of my buddies were using Otterbox and they both agreed that the Case-Mate was not only more ergonomic it just looked and felt better and did not add the extra bulk the Otter did. Even tho I have never used an Otter extensively I do agree with their impressions just from holding their phones and holding mine and comparing them.

i 7use the tough case too and i gotta say, its great

I'm going to agree that it is an awesome case and I'm glad I decided to purchase it, especially over the otter box. I am going to disagree with the supplied screen protector. It was crap. I love the clarivue ultra clear protector, Its reusable, washable, no adhesive (static based) and You can't even tell I have it on. Ultra smooth, ultra clear, no glue.... awesome.
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I have one ordered and it should be here next week. I need a holster for mine. Do you all know of one that will fit this case? Will the Seidio holster work for it? Thanks.

I have the black/black case mate tough case. The only and i mean only problem i sometimes have is that when I put the phone back into the hard shell, sometimes its hard to get the volume down button to work. That can be fixed by doing a little adjusting. I love this case and I wouldn't own anything else...

you guys got me interested in this case. how bulky does it make the nexus looks? the black/red looks pretty hot.....

I want it, but its cheap shipping option says it will take 3-4 weeks to Canada
even the $20 shipping says 8-14 days and with fedex... I pay brokerage..... why can't they do usps expedited?

tigerin said:
you guys got me interested in this case. how bulky does it make the nexus looks? the black/red looks pretty hot.....
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It does add a little bulk, i'm not going to lie to you. However, in return your getting a sexy case plus a ****load of protection. You just simply can't go wrong with buying one of these cases. You definitely get what you pay for.

Mr.Kakarot said:
I want it, but its cheap shipping option says it will take 3-4 weeks to Canada
even the $20 shipping says 8-14 days and with fedex... I pay brokerage..... why can't they do usps expedited?
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In the UK, prices were best from eBay/Amazon market place... I paid £16.90 shipped for mine.

i<3myphone said:
I have one ordered and it should be here next week. I need a holster for mine. Do you all know of one that will fit this case? Will the Seidio holster work for it? Thanks.
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i use the nite ize holster with the tough case. http://www.niteize.com/collections/rugged-phone-cases/products/clip-case-cargo-medium

I bought black/blue on Friday. Tracking says it will be here today. I was going to write a review, but you beat me to it!
I report back to say if I like it or not.

To those who ask about bulk. Its adds a little bulk, but not as much as the otter box. Not even close if you ask me. And personally I feel the phone fits better in my hand with the case on. It doesn't feel like it will slip out.
Oh and the tough case gets double props for being able to buy the colored rubber inner sleeves separately without buying a whole new outer hard case with it.
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i honestly like the otterbox a lot better. its probably type of protection but i like that the ports are covered. u never know when something might get in there

My only gripe with the Case-Mate tough case and this is extremely minor is that because the hard case does not entirely cover the soft case, any lint that you might have in your pocket is attracted to the soft case.
Whenever I put my case in my pocket, it always attracts a little dust. Not enough to warrant getting a new case, but something that you should be aware of.
I used to use the Seidio Innocase II Surface, but it would keep cutting into my invisibleshield which ended up getting scratched off on the sides.
I definitely do love the case-mate though.

android01 said:
i use the nite ize holster with the tough case. http://www.niteize.com/collections/rugged-phone-cases/products/clip-case-cargo-medium
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I took a look at the cases after your linked that and im very impressed!
being an elevator mechanic i snag my phone case on just about everything and have spent far too much money on holster. Does the medium size work well for you? i find that since the nexus one is a little longer then most bbs some cases the flap will not fold over at the top.

That case would suck for a nexus
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Did you try the tracking app from android market?
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I agree tough case by case mate is the best our there.
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you guys got me sold on this case. jus ordered it on friday. i'm currently using the seidio innocase 2 w/ holster. i like the fit of it, but it really is tight on there. i literally have to use a knife to split it from the back just to take it off...

Otterbox commuter series case

Does anyone have any experience with this series Otterbox case? I don't really care for the size of the case on the iPhone, but i've only seen their defender series up close. This commuter series for our phones look nice, but until I can get some feedback I might wait on making the purchase.
Anyone?
http://www.otterbox.com/Samsung-Fas...color=20&start=1&cgid=samsung-fascinate-cases

I don't have any experience with Otterbox cases, but I can tell you that more than a few people around here were "patiently" awaiting their arrival for our phone.

I've been waiting for a solid case as well, but something that doesn't add too much bulk and weight to the phone like the Otterbox Defender does to the iPhone.

I saw that it was available yesterday and almost ordered it.
I had one on my incredible and really like how tough it was, however it does make the phone seem much larger, after my wife wanted the inc she wanted a pink or purple case so I sold the otterbox and gave her a Seido active purple case, wich does not seem as protective as the otterbox, but is also thinner.
I have a cheapy <$3 amazon rubber case on it, and I am very tired of it being hard to get in and out of my pocket and the case being so stretchy....I kind of like those "Breeze" mesh snap on cases on ebay for $13 because of how slim they are, I am torn on one of these or the otterbox....my only worry with the otterbox is how much bigger it will make the phone.
Justin

Zagg...case free...not one complaint...there are others like zagg that do the same job but zagg is very reliable and you can get a new case whenever you want for the shipping cost of like $4...
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I had a Otterbox case for my Droid 1, and it was nice. Added a lot of bulk to the phone, but I was confident it was safe. Waiting to see what the Fascinate case will be like.

My buddie has the Otterbox case on his iphone 4. Its well made but very bulky. Too bulky imo. Personally I went with the kickstand case from verizon. There is already a discussion about on here so I wont go into the details. Slap on a screen protector of your choice and done.
Heres a link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=812410&highlight=verizon+kickstand+case

Who Care's ? We want and demand t6he "Defender"
Just when you think somebodies got it right their wrong. I believe that "Otterbox" is the best, but come on people we all want the best protection and to have this we need the "Defender Series" anything less is selling yourself short.

Michele Dazine said:
Just when you think somebodies got it right their wrong. I believe that "Otterbox" is the best, but come on people we all want the best protection and to have this we need the "Defender Series" anything less is selling yourself short.
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Exactly what I am waiting for! I just hope it comes soon before anything happens haha.
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Just got the case in the mail. I think it's great. It does make the phone a little bulky, but no too much IMHO. The main problem I have with it is that the hole for the speaker does not line up and actually covers up half of it. Not really worth returning it for, but it irks me slightly.

@CouchSpud, Any way you can post pictures? I've been looking at this case, but it looks like the pictures on Otterbox website are of a silicone only case similar to the Impact series for the Captivate. Then when I click the link to PDF specs, the spec sheet shows a Commuter case for the Captivate instead. Curious what they sent you?
If I understand the difference correctly, the Commuter case should be a polycarbonate cover over a silicone sleeve, while the Defender case is silicone over polycarbonate. Or does the defender case have silicone on both sides of the polycarbonate (3 pieces)? Not sure why the Defender would be better...

SupraLance said:
@CouchSpud, Any way you can post pictures? I've been looking at this case, but it looks like the pictures on Otterbox website are of a silicone only case similar to the Impact series for the Captivate. Then when I click the link to PDF specs, the spec sheet shows a Commuter case for the Captivate instead. Curious what they sent you?
If I understand the difference correctly, the Commuter case should be a polycarbonate cover over a silicone sleeve, while the Defender case is silicone over polycarbonate. Or does the defender case have silicone on both sides of the polycarbonate (3 pieces)? Not sure why the Defender would be better...
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No problem. It's only a two piece case and it has a silicone interior and a polycarbonate exterior.
The first picture shows the silicone interior to the left and the hard exterior to it's right. The second picture shows how thick the case is compared to the phone by itself. The last picture shows how far off the hole for the speaker is.

o man thats a deal breaker for me... I really loved my otterbox on my Droid 1 it was amazing in terms of protection and I was going to order this too before I saw that pic of it covering half the speaker. Thats ridiculous... how could the mis-align the phone with the case.

I just received the case yesterday and It does add bulk to the case but feels very solid and will keep the fascinate very safe... i thought the covering of the speaker would be a problem but I don't notice and change in sound. Could be a little cheaper ~$40 with shipping.

Mikem74 said:
I just received the case yesterday and It does add bulk to the case but feels very solid and will keep the fascinate very safe... i thought the covering of the speaker would be a problem but I don't notice and change in sound. Could be a little cheaper ~$40 with shipping.
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Always look up coupon codes before you buy something online. There was a 10% off/free shipping coupon that drops it down to about $31.

Oh man, that sucks that they covered the speaker up.. I just ordered one of these which should be arriving any day now
I can't believe they didn't check this before running them.
On a side note, do you guys prefer Zagg invisible shield or wrapsol http://www.wrapsol.com/en_US/Home+Page/Products/iphone+_+mobile/samsung/Fascinate.aspx
I ordered a Zagg, but after watching a few youtube videos it seems people say the wrapsol has a smoother touch and less of the orange peel effect?? What do you guys think?

elijahblake said:
Oh man, that sucks that they covered the speaker up.. I just ordered one of these which should be arriving any day now
I can't believe they didn't check this before running them.
On a side note, do you guys prefer Zagg invisible shield or wrapsol http://www.wrapsol.com/en_US/Home+Page/Products/iphone+_+mobile/samsung/Fascinate.aspx
I ordered a Zagg, but after watching a few youtube videos it seems people say the wrapsol has a smoother touch and less of the orange peel effect?? What do you guys think?
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I think that Steinheil Ultra Crystal is about the best the thing you can get. I have one now and I barely notice it's on there.

CouchSpud said:
I think that Steinheil Ultra Crystal is about the best the thing you can get. I have one now and I barely notice it's on there.
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Just ordered one from amazon! Now to figure out what to do with my zagg I've got coming. Will they let me return it if I don't open it?
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probably. guess ull find out

themobijew said:
probably. guess ull find out
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Yes sir I will
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Seidio Active Case with Holster Pictures

I hope these help in making a purchase decision.

Yep, is a very nice protective case. I switch between it and the TPU case. I like the holster too, I just wish I could find a side carrying case that is big enough to fit the skyrocket into while it has the active shell on it while I was at work. If I could find one, I'd probably just keep the active on it all of the time.

Appreciate the variety of pictures you posted. I've been debating the active case, but there are no local places that sell it, which makes it hard to drop that much cash on a case I've never actually seen. It definitely helps to have good pictures to reference.
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I thought the seidio case was much better on my atrix than the Otterbox. Do you know if it's as bulky as the Defender case? I have the Defender but I'm a fan of seidio since the Atrix.

I have never owned an Otter Box case but looking at the their website I would probably compare it to the Commuter series.
I choose this one because of the kickstand.

I just got the active case on Monday. It is well built and fits the phone very nicely. My coworker has an Otterbox defender on his iPhone and it is bulkier than the active. The one thing I have found is that while it goes in and out of your pocket easily it always holds on to some lint. I got mine from eBay with free shipping for $23.
Great pictures to help others decide btw.

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I have never owned an Otter Box case but looking at the their website I would probably compare it to the Commuter series.
I choose this one because of the kickstand.
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I have both and like them both. The active isn't as bulky bit still good protection
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I just got this in the mail the other day. I had one for my captivate and loved it! I was stupid enough to be suckered into paying way too much for a case at AT&T... But I went ahead and bought this one online anyways, and its sexy! I have a white skyrocket, so I got the white case, and it's kind of pearly and still has the black kickstand and rubber, it looks awesome! I'd recommend this to anyone

I got this case yesterday love it. Protects the phone, it's thin all that nice stuff.
My parents want this as an iPhone equivalent now.
Eighteen bucks from Amazon.
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Got mine the other day too. I didn't even consider any other case company besides seidio. I love their cases that much. Never had a complaint about a case from them in the past and I dont forsee having one anytime soon.
Sent from low Earth orbit with my SkyRocket.

I too got the Seidio Active + Holster. Very happy with it. Slim profile, and doesn't add much volume or weight. My only complaint is that the texture (which is quite pleasing to feel) is just a little too slick for my taste. However, I imagine that any "stickier" and it wouldn't slide in/out of a pocket easily. Very pleased over all. The holster is handy, especially since this phone is so much bigger than my old iPhone 3GS, and it doesnt fit into the shirt pocket of my scrubs easily. If i get a chance I'll post some pictures as well...
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I have this combo as well. I started with the Pop! case that I got from AT&T. It was the best case IMO, but the rubber started to fray in less than a month. Then I tried the Seidio Surface combo. While this case was thin, it was too slick. The Active is a nice compromise between the other two cases. My only complaints about the active case are that the rubber is too grippy (it snags my jeans pockets and attracts lint like crazy) and the super soft rubber absorbs the vibration function of the phone and renders it almost useless.

I'm curious where everyone is buying this. Amazon have it for > $30.

lyndone58 said:
I'm curious where everyone is buying this. Amazon have it for > $30.
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I got mine off of Amazon for $31.99, free shipping. The link is: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006NYOX3C/ref=ox_ya_os_product
Looks like they increased the price 65 cents. But this combo on the Seidio web site is $55, so not a bad deal...

I just got my seidio active from amazon. I like it so far except for the fact that it is a lint magnet and it is somewhat hard to take out of my pocket.

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Yep, is a very nice protective case. I switch between it and the TPU case. I like the holster too, I just wish I could find a side carrying case that is big enough to fit the skyrocket into while it has the active shell on it while I was at work. If I could find one, I'd probably just keep the active on it all of the time.
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Here is a case i found that fits with the otterbox case on it. here is a link to the thread w/pictures.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1426637

lyndone58 said:
I'm curious where everyone is buying this. Amazon have it for > $30.
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I just bought mine from seidios website. Although you might be able to get amazon prime and free 2 day shipping... But their website has a good selection of colors