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Favorite phone cases?

Just recently got the otterbox phone case for desire hd since they don't have one for inspire, its not as bulky and protective looking as the ones for iPhones and hate how the little rubber flap that covers the earpeice plugin and charger is loose.
Anyone have a good recommendation for a cover? I've already seen a shattered inspire screen and it scares me buddy told me he dropped it from like knee length to ground
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I've got the Otterbox Commuter on mine and love it; if you want something with more protection, get the Otterbox Defender. And as far as the protective flap, I just sliced it off with a razor blade; just do it while the case is on and use the plastic as a guide.

Don't think they offer anything but the commuter case which is also what I have
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I just bought a Speck case (at -- cough, cough, choke -- full retail at the AT&T store) but it is great! It feels soft enough to hold onto without it oozing out of my hand, but is actually pretty tough.
Like almost every case, it takes away from the sleekness of the naked phone but not so much so I feel I'm holding a brick. It also fits absolutely perfectly in every respect. I especially like the barely discernible lip all the way around the screen which should help protect the screen in case of a face-down fall.

Lolclint said:
Don't think they offer anything but the commuter case which is also what I have
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Out of stock direct but amazon or some other place probably has them: http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-Desire-HD-Defender-Series-Case/HTC2-DESHD-20-E4OTR_A,default,pd.html

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Don't think they offer anything but the commuter case which is also what I have
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The Desire HD Defender Case will work for the Inspire 4G despite what they say. You just have to modify/remove the clear plastic flash covering for the 2nd microphone. I have one for my Inspire and fits like a glove.

The eBay "wave" case. $4 shipped. Takes awhile to get it, its coming from China, but worth the wait.
I returned a $30 body glove and a seido (sp?, from best buy). This one was better. Covers the camera area, fits snug, and has that rough texture that makes it easy to get a good grip, down the sides where your palm and fingers contact the phone when holding it.
Seriously. Best four bucks I've ever spent.
There's a separate thread here talking about this case, don't have the link handy.
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I have the Best Buy Platinum case which is nothing more than a rebranded Seido Innocase II. I LOVE IT! Comes with a belt clip as well. The best part is it makes the whole phone feel sturdier (if that's possible). Slips in and out of pocket easy as well. The lip on the front makes it possible to pull phone out of pocket (unless tight jeans) without accidentally answering or hanging up on the call. The back lines up with the outer most part of the camera lens, thus the phone is all one thickness. I think this makes it easier to hold. Just slap a full face screen protector on the front before putting on the case and you're good to go.

Lolclint said:
Just recently got the otterbox phone case for desire hd since they don't have one for inspire, its not as bulky and protective looking as the ones for iPhones and hate how the little rubber flap that covers the earpeice plugin and charger is loose.
Anyone have a good recommendation for a cover? I've already seen a shattered inspire screen and it scares me buddy told me he dropped it from like knee length to ground
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I'm using the Case-mate. Similar to otterbox with a inner rubber liner and outer hard shell. I like the texture of the hard outer shell as it makes it easier to grip phone but still slides into pocket.
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Case-mate tough, is also good. I love mine.
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wrenhal said:
I have the Best Buy Platinum case which is nothing more than a rebranded Seido Innocase II. I LOVE IT! Comes with a belt clip as well. The best part is it makes the whole phone feel sturdier (if that's possible). Slips in and out of pocket easy as well. The lip on the front makes it possible to pull phone out of pocket (unless tight jeans) without accidentally answering or hanging up on the call. The back lines up with the outer most part of the camera lens, thus the phone is all one thickness. I think this makes it easier to hold. Just slap a full face screen protector on the front before putting on the case and you're good to go.
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I have the same case. I got it from seidio though. I agree with everything you said. It's very nice and will protect the phone.

wrenhal said:
I have the Best Buy Platinum case which is nothing more than a rebranded Seido Innocase II. I LOVE IT! Comes with a belt clip as well.
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Yes this is a great case. Had one for the Captivate too....

Platinum series case its beautiful had a outter robbery feel,but nice hard case that locks in great.
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HTC Inspire feather Ultralight Hard Shell Case

Just found this case, haven't seen it here yet, so I figured I'd share. Just ordered mine, I'll update with pics when it arrives.
Can't post links yet...it's at myincipio.com

Looks really nice, wish they had more colors.....
I hate how hard it is to find a NICE LOOKING and practical case for any phone other than the stupid iPhone. I almost wish I had an iPhone solely for the case options lol

Looks comparable to the Case Mate Barely There series

Case-Mate Barely There > Incipio Feather Case
I had the Feather case on my iPhone 3G, 3GS, and 4. Earlier versions were great, but as they got popular, quality went down and the soft-touch finish isn't as durable. Used my first Barely There on my Nexus One and now my Inspire 4G and the soft-touch finish on it is way more durable.

Arrived today, fits perfectly, so I'm fairly pleased.

Looks nice thanks for the pics. The only thing I'm curious of is the volume buttons. They seem to be "sunken" in the cutout and seem like it would be a pain pressing them?

I actually find it easier to hit the volume buttons now, but I had trouble finding them before. Now with the case cutout I know exactly where to hit with just a quick brush from my hand.
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Looks pretty sexy I need this I bought an 7$ off of eBay cause I couldn't find one for my phone. Personally I want a domo case or a hello kitty case but that case looks sexy
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Thats a nice case
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seems like a decent case, a bit pricey though

Looks nice and thin. I want one. thanks.

GiRARDsays said:
Case-Mate Barely There > Incipio Feather Case
I had the Feather case on my iPhone 3G, 3GS, and 4. Earlier versions were great, but as they got popular, quality went down and the soft-touch finish isn't as durable. Used my first Barely There on my Nexus One and now my Inspire 4G and the soft-touch finish on it is way more durable.
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I beg to differ. Feather>Barely There
The first Barely there I ever got was for the iPod Touch 2G 3ish years ago. I went to put it on and it was so flimsy and eventually wound up breaking. All other Barely there's I've had in the future have been just as flimsy, but I've known better and hadn't broken them. The Feather on the other hand has a way better soft-touch finish and coves the device better. Higher quality feeling & looking as well.

GiRARDsays said:
Case-Mate Barely There > Incipio Feather Case
I had the Feather case on my iPhone 3G, 3GS, and 4. Earlier versions were great, but as they got popular, quality went down and the soft-touch finish isn't as durable. Used my first Barely There on my Nexus One and now my Inspire 4G and the soft-touch finish on it is way more durable.
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I have to agree... Had the Feather on a iPhone 3GS and it was awesome. Friend got one for his iPhone 4, and the finish rubbed off soon after. When I switched to the Captivate, first thing I bought was a Feather case. Finish started to rub off in 1 week. Feather wasn't available for Inspire so ended up getting the Barely There. Had it since Inspire launch, and the case is still perfect.

How is GPS affected by this case?

cropythy said:
How is GPS affected by this case?
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I haven't had any issues with the GPS using this case, but then again i very rarely use the GPS to begin with...

javanutsy said:
I have to agree... Had the Feather on a iPhone 3GS and it was awesome. Friend got one for his iPhone 4, and the finish rubbed off soon after. When I switched to the Captivate, first thing I bought was a Feather case. Finish started to rub off in 1 week. Feather wasn't available for Inspire so ended up getting the Barely There. Had it since Inspire launch, and the case is still perfect.
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I, also, got the Barely There. I was very pleased with it in all but one regard, The little strip of plastic between the volume rocker and the screen, tended to be mal-aligned inasmuch that it actually partially covered the volume rocker. Not a problem, just whipped out the snap knife and removed the strip. It has fit perfectly ever since the modification and still looks as good as it did when I purchased it.
That one cost me $23.00 US, I ordered one for my T9193 Telus HD2 at the same time and it was only $7.00 US. What's not right about this picture? LOL

To anyone who owns this case:
Does it protect the camera area, as in the part that would be in contact with a table if the inspire was placed on a table?
Thanks!

eskimosnow said:
To anyone who owns this case:
Does it protect the camera area, as in the part that would be in contact with a table if the inspire was placed on a table?
Thanks!
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Not at all...I have yet to find a thin case that does
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b33j said:
Not at all...I have yet to find a thin case that does
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The Case Mate Barely There case does!

I have a black barely there and I love it.
Thin profile, nice feel, and it doesn't diminish the phones simple good looks.
Oh yeah, it also offers decent protection, it covers the camera nicely and has the proper speaker and mic cutouts.
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Seidio > Otterbox

Looks like Seidio and Otterbox will both be releasing protection for our Sensation 4G devices real soon. IMO, Seidio provides a better product than Otterbox. I've used both, and Seidio to me just seems more stylish for the protection (I'll be buying the Active combo).
http://www.seidioonline.com/category-s/6207.htm

Is there an eta on these? I also was the active combo.
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Pretty sure that by the end of this month there will be something... well that's what I hope for.
I'll be going with SURFACE, not that bulky.

They usually have something ready for purchase within a couple of weeks after putting up the "coming soon" spot.

glad to see these companies finally take notice to this device. ill be picking up the otterbox. had one for my nexus and liked it a lot. normally i dont have a handset long enough for some of these companies to put out a quality case (besides the generic gel ones)

I considered otter, but need a holster for work.
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I also prefer Seidio...

Been waiting for Seidio...hope to see something real soon

I had seidio on my nexus one and liked it alot since it was the case and the holder. Am curious about otterbox but don't want anything too bulky.
Will probably just stick with seidio since I used them before.
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I got the Gelli case from Case Mate and love it. I was worried about it feeling cheap but it's not at all - it's very firm and streamlined and looks nice without adding bulk. It also covers the volume rocker and power buttons which is good cause the crooked power button was really annoying me; it makes it feel more solid.

I've used Seidio for a few years now. I like their products but build quality doesn't look as good as Otterbox. Otterbox makes bulkier cases that are more expensive. Seidio is a step up from ebay generic junk. The only reason I haven't bought anything from Otterbox is that I usually have to take my phones out of their cases to use car docks (HTC OEM docks) and that takes too long with Otterbox.

i hope they built a good case this time because the case they built for the mytouch 4g was horrible!

I love Seidio's InnoCases with their awesome spring-clip belt clip. Can't wait.
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looks like some are shipping now.

w00t, Surface Combo case ordered.
Used code SUMMER11 for 15% off.

nxt said:
Use code SUMMER11 for 15% off
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sweet, thanks for that.. just need the active case to start shipping.

Five0nIt said:
sweet, thanks for that.. just need the active case to start shipping.
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Weird the black Active cases aren't ready yet, but the other colored ones are.

Just ordered the Sapphire Blue Active Combo with the 15% discount. I really want the Trident Aegis but the holster seals the deal cuz I hate stuff (except money) in my pockets.

All cases are now live fellas! Dont forget the summer11 code for 15%. Black Active combo...here I come!

and no TPU in the case.

Otterbox or body glove?

Hey guys, recently got my g2 and looking for a good case for it. Ive narrowed it down to these two. Which case do you guys prefer?
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Otterbox. They have great customer service too

I'm using body glove on both my desire z and on sensation.
It's amazing on desire but sucks on sensation...
Never used an otterbox, but never heard any complain either.
I got the body glove because it was way cheaper...

I've had both, and the Otterbox gets my vote. The Body Glove looked nice, but it did not last long at all. I guess you get what you pay for. I still have my Otterbox and it's going strong after 5 months of use. The only downsides are that Otterbox tends to add a lot of bulk to an already not-so-slim phone. The walls of this thing are THICK, so at least the bulk has a purpose in protecting the heck outta your G2. Another downside is the back part of the Otterbox is slick, so if you're not careful, your phone may slip out of your hand like a brick until you get used to it. Plus I like the raised power button and volume rocker, along with protectors over the 3.5mm jack and charging/USB port. Otterbox all the way.

If between the two, otter box.
If between all, g1 slip sock case
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otterbox because my body glove tore apart.

I was disappointed when my Otterbox broke after only about 3 months, but all I did was send them an E-mail saying what happened and they sent me a new one with no cost to me.

can you post links for the cases?

I ended up getting the otterbox and i'm lovin' it.
Otterbox G2 case:
http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-G2-/-HT...es-Case/HTC4-G2XXX-20-E4OTR_A,default,pd.html
Bodyglove case:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0045JV25Y/ref=redir_mdp_mobile
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Thank you!

Fishbone case on amazon ftw!

It's all personal preference, but I had the otterbox and didn't like it. The outside is all plastic, makes it slide more and less comfortable to hold. After trying a couple I finally decided I liked the tmobile gel case the best. It's like the otterbox turned inside out, there's a hard rubber on the outside with a rigid plastic frame inside. It actually makes the volume and power buttons easier to use, and covers better than the body glove case you're thinking of. Plus it's cheaper than the otterbox.

Mog said:
If between the two, otter box.
If between all, g1 slip sock case
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Still got mine too!!!
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kingston73 said:
After trying a couple I finally decided I liked the tmobile gel case the best. It's like the otterbox turned inside out, there's a hard rubber on the outside with a rigid plastic frame inside. It actually makes the volume and power buttons easier to use, and covers better than the body glove case you're thinking of. Plus it's cheaper than the otterbox.
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I saw the gel cases in the store the other day and was thinking about buying one, but I didn't since I already have an otterbox case

I have an otterbox and i like it, but i must be careful while removing the case because it can make my phone scratched

OTTERBOX! I love mine.

I got this one from Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045EI356/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
It's like a rubberized plastic so it has a rugged feel to it and it grips really well. Only complaint is that you don't have as much space around the trackpad so you can't use it as easily. Not bad for 3 bucks though.

Bought an otterbox awhile ago. The quality is quite nice, but you'll have to be careful if you're removing it from your phone, already got quite big cracks v.v

I've got the Otterbox and saved my DZ twice now when I dropped it

otterbox really looks nice

Which case should I buy?

I'm upgrading to an Inspire soon and I was wondering if I should get a silicone case or a plastic case. I didn't have a case on my Aria (which I'm using right now) and the screen is shattered so I decided to buy a case. So which case is better? Which can protect the phone better and which one would you prefer (as Inspire users) looks better? Thanks
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So far my favorite is the otterbox commuter. I plan to buy the defender soon to see how I like it.
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otterbox defender for the best protector

muneebrocks said:
otterbox defender for the best protector
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Don't they make the phone look really big?
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syed239 said:
Don't they make the phone look really big?
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It does add some bulk. That's why I like the commuter. It doesn't have as much protection, but it also doesn't have too much bulk. It kind of meets in the middle.
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i highly recommend anything made by otterbox, everything they have gives great protection to your phone, believe me, ive dropped my phone too many times and so far nothing bad or drastic has occured.

Been using the Platinum series from best buy since the phone was released. If I'm not mistaken, it's the same as the surface combo by Seidio. Dropped it a couple of times, no damage. Screen is covered by the holster.

I personally use the qmadix case that i got from my work, and its been great coupled with my invisi-shield screen protector.

Case mate pop I have the commuter, but prefer the case mate pop

Seidio CONVERT Combo for HTC Inspire 4G
Its makes the phone huge but i drive alot and I made a clip holder in truck to use navi and music. It has 3 Layers plus the clip. I payed $50 and now it like $35 at bestbuy.

I need a really thin case. What do you guys recommend?
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Otterbox Defender all the way is my choice. Does make phone a little bulky but as clumsy as I am I dropped it already 3 times and as pricey as this phone is I dont care about outside looks I care about protection for it.

Otterbox all the way. I have the commuter and my first one got a crack From a nasty drop I sent one email to them and they responded immediately and within a day they had gotten me a replacement case shipped out. They have some of the best customer care I've ever seen, not to mention the case most definitely has saved my phone on a number of occasions.
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Otterbox commuter case is good, not too big either. The defender has more protection but it is big and bulky.

A TPU case is what I use.

The platinum case from bestbuy is only 29.99 and it does not hinder the GPS signal strength. Cases that cover the area between the flash and speaker weaken GPS signal cause the GPS radio is placed there.
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Cover Case for the Inspire 4g
I am using Moshi cover case for Inspire 4 g which is very useful. It was made for HD7 but it fits with inspire.

I use an Otterbox Defender and it saved my phone once after a drop. They are a bit more money, however you can get a decent price on Amazon. Had a speck when I first bought the phone. It broke 3 weeks later just putting it in and out of my pocket.
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I'm using the Seidio Surface case for mine and I do like it. I've had a few drops onto hardwood floor and concrete slab in the garage and it has protected it great so far. However, with the price of the otterbox down from what I remember seeing it back when I first got my phone it might be well worth it to get that one, as it's not much more than the Seidio now.

Otter box defender...hands down. My Co worker's husband was so impressed with mine, he had me order him one for his Vivid.
Bought it from newegg hellafied cheaper than the otterbox site.
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