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[Q] how are there no belt clips/holsters yet?

i cant believe that the only things available specifically for the G2 are just skins and covers. ive been carrying my phone in my pocket for a week now and its driving me nuts. i had a seidio spring clip holster for my nexus and every blackberry before that had a leather belt holster and my phones before that all had belt holsters like my nexus. where they all at for the G2? i may have to go hunting for a universal belt holster which will typically have some kind of compromise, be it a non-rotating belt clip, a belt clip that can easily slip off, rough parts on the inside to scratch the phone, overly powerful magnets, etc.
is everyone just putting their G2 in their pocket?

i thought they had the belt clip with the rotating thing at the tmobile stores. It is with the stock "gel black" case and it had a stub that sticks out and you can slide into the belt clip.
it sucks to put it in my pant pocket, i've been going out w/ jackets lately so i put it in there.

At frys electronics I got a top load belt clip messanger case from cellet for 15 bucks. Micro suede lining its pretty nice. Only bad part is no swivel on the clip.
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Well there are alot of after market case that you can find at any electronic stores like best buy,frys etc that will fit the phone or you can always use ebay or amazon

Dude Tmo stores have atleast 2 options...1 from Tmo and the other from body glove. The BG one has a kick stand all...weighs a ton though...

htc evo pouch works good with the g2 ive bee using my dads evo pouch

The faux leather G1 clip/holster fits the G2 very nicely. And it was only $2 when T-Mo was doing their clearance sale.
Go on ebay and pick out a holster that fits the G1 and it will fit the G2.

I received my G2 one day before the official release, went to my local tmo store and promptly had them install screen protection and the closest thing that works for me is a toploading leather tmo holster made for the MT3G slide, it was a snug fit but being leather it broke in (stretched) quick, bad side effect is some of the leather die rubbed off onto the grey corners of the G2 (anybody know best way to remove pls let me know). it fits close to the body, looks professional and the clips slips into jeans pocket or belt.

maybe they stopped making them because everybody realized how lame they make you look haha

I have 2 belt clips for my G1 and the G2 fits just fine. I bought them off ebay.

The cellet holster I got fits great.... made for iDrone4 so yeah this device is almost the same dimensions so just pick one that is close. Body glove shells are the sux stay away!
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The dye on those fake leather holsters messed up my G1. I don't know how to get those stains off. Isopropyl alcohol didn't work. Any suggestions?
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thanks to those that actually provided useful replies. sounds like i should look for G1 items. guess ill head to microcenter and bestbuy and see what they have.

Using the HTC Branded leather holster I found at bestbuy and really liking it. Suede lining makes me feel better about not having a hard case on my phone.

i picked up three leather belt holster from walgreens for 10 bucks. to the guy with the lame comment, ya it looks real professional digging your phone out of your pocket when its rigging.

greensnow said:
maybe they stopped making them because everybody realized how lame they make you look haha
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I'm with you. I haven't seen anyone under the age of 50 rockin a holster or belt clip for their phone since 1998.
That being said, I'm sure there's plenty of universal type pouches with belt clips that work with the G2. Its a pretty standard size phone.
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Ouch!
I guess pocket protectors & belt clip/holsters are for us nerds only. Shiz, i thought i was still cool rockin' my startac & nextel i90 phones as backup.
seancneal said:
I'm with you. I haven't seen anyone under the age of 50 rockin a holster or belt clip for their phone since 1998.
That being said, I'm sure there's plenty of universal type pouches with belt clips that work with the G2. Its a pretty standard size phone.
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chiapat said:
Ouch!
I guess pocket protectors & belt clip/holsters are for us nerds only. Shiz, i thought i was still cool rockin' my startac & nextel i90 phones as backup.
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Hahaha! Now I would love a real working startac phone! That would be nice. I would proudly display it on my belt.
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funkeee said:
The dye on those fake leather holsters messed up my G1. I don't know how to get those stains off. Isopropyl alcohol didn't work. Any suggestions?
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I was using a Cellet holster that I had for my Blackberry, and it fit really well (except my G2 poked out of the top a little bit). The dye inside started to rub off on the grey parts of my phone near the trackpad. I couldn't get it off either.
"Luckily" I had some issues with the power button and got the phone replaced. With the new one, I applied a full matte PhantomSkinz and am using a Belkin slim holster meant for an iPhone 3G/3GS. It's a little tight, but will probably stretch out over time.
The inside is grey, so if any of the dye does rub off, I probably won't notice. Plus I have the skin there I can just replace.

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

Lolclint said:
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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Leather flip case or pouch+hardcase ?

Anyone found a good one ?
With my old phones I used a case-mate barely there, or similar, and a pouch.
However the HTC sensation is too big with a hard back cover to fit in any of my pouches
Anyone found a good leather flip case which doesn't add much bulk ?
or a pouch large enought to hold the Sensation with a hard case ?

I am using the bodyglove/kickstand case without the kickstand. They enclose a tab to plug the hole if you don't want the clip kickstand. I personally do not like kickstand but can bear the case which adds a little bulk but still fits in the pouch pictured here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14789950&postcount=7

Done an unboxing video for my krusell orbit case which I love. You can make your mind up what u think
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZZSyWTrNP4&feature=youtube_gdata_player

This is the case I'm currently using. My wife found it @ best buy she originally bought it for her vibrant. I asked her for it since she now uses the my touch 4g & my sensation fits like a glove even with the body glove case on.
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Sport armbands for Nexus 4

Hi everybody,
If you are looking for an armband for your Nexus 4 I could recommend you one of those two. I tested both with a bumper on my phone and both work fine. Phone fits tight. Tune Belt seems to be crafted slightly better. Arkon has wider plastic screen and is cheaper.
Tune Belt:
http://www.amazon.com/Sport-Armband...id=1361744928&sr=8-1&keywords=nexus+4+armband
Arkon:
http://www.amazon.com/XXL-ARMBAND-A...id=1361744928&sr=8-2&keywords=nexus+4+armband

I was just thinking of going running next month to get in shape! But I thought the Nexus 4 was too ridiculously huge to run with. I'm a short guy 5'6".

I'm 5'6" run with it in hand. Prefer that, but I wish I could find a hand strap like an old Sony sports cassette Walkman from the 80s.
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I used to run with phone in my hand but it was to awkward for me. Armand and bluetooth headset is a perfect combination.
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I'm curious, I run with my N4 on a waist pouch and use Bluetooth earphones. Doesn't the armband get annoying? After I put enough mileage on a run even my shirt bugs me. I would think a phone strapped to my arm would drive me nuts. Thoughts?
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can't beat this one.. http://www.ebay.com/itm/300834249326?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

zerosource said:
can't beat this one.. http://www.ebay.com/itm/300834249326?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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$4.. im in. my ipod armband and i were fused together all day everyday in college.

Heads Up
Just a little heads up to others looking for a Nexus 4 running armband.
I got this, designed for a Galaxy S3: [not allowed to post links, google the phrase
igadgitz Black Reflective Anti-Slip Neoprene Sports Gym Jogging Armband for Samsung Galaxy S3 amazon
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... and the relevant amazon link should be the top result.
It fits Nexus 4 perfectly (when not in a case). You'll have to make a little hole in the fabric for the headphone jack (I used one of those thingies to make holes in belts with), other than that a perfect fit. Been using it a week without issues.

Any recommended armbands for the N4 in the original bumper?

I've had good success with PDO: http://www.amazon.com/Sporteer-Armband-Samsung-Large-Screen-Smartphones/dp/B00D614GBE
Edit: It fits a naked N4.

Anything that fits a Galaxy S3 will also fit a Nexus 4. If you want an armband that will fit the Nexus 4 with a bumper on, you will probably need an arm band that can fit a Galaxy Note. The bumper adds quite a bit of thickness to the phone.

I use a Tune Belt AB85, it's pretty big capacity wise so I don't need to take my case off.
It's designed for thick cases, so I've actually padded mine out with a bit of foam, which has the added bonus of moving the phone away from my sweaty arm.

biggiestuff said:
Any recommended armbands for the N4 in the original bumper?
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I have http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0071C9B0U/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 its a little too snug for my liking with the bumper but it works. Looks they have some larger sizes now.

Ringke Hybrid Case fits Tune Belt
I have this case "Google Nexus 4 Ringke [Fusion] Premium Hybrid Hard Case" and just bought Tune Belt with Extender. It fits perfectly. Love this combination.

biggiestuff said:
Any recommended armbands for the N4 in the original bumper?
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I wondering this as well. Anyone?
kan555 said:
I have this case "Google Nexus 4 Ringke [Fusion] Premium Hybrid Hard Case" and just bought Tune Belt with Extender. It fits perfectly. Love this combination.
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That's a pretty sweet case.

Best holster case

Hey guys,
Looking for a good holster case with a belt clip on the side. Not a leather pouch but an actual belt clip the phone slides into. The ones I see on amazon typically do not cover the phone completely. I'm not looking for a defender or anything like that. Just something that looks good and protects a little. Kind of like the platinum case at best buy, but I want it to cover the entire top and bottom of the phone. Don't want the edges exposed. Thanks!
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stricklerjosh said:
Hey guys,
Looking for a good holster case with a belt clip on the side. Not a leather pouch but an actual belt clip the phone slides into. The ones I see on amazon typically do not cover the phone completely. I'm not looking for a defender or anything like that. Just something that looks good and protects a little. Kind of like the platinum case at best buy, but I want it to cover the entire top and bottom of the phone. Don't want the edges exposed. Thanks!
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Just get a seidio case. seidioonline.com

I have a platinum case on my gs4. It is a rebranded seidio surface case. Mine fell from 12 feet to concrete and hit on the corner of the case. Bounced several times after that. Not a scratch, crack or dent anywhere. Best 35 dollar case around if you ask me. Solid holster too. Phone only fits with screen in. So good protection holstered.
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I've always had great luck with this holster, http://www.amazon.com/Maxboost-Hols...=1377216639&sr=8-1&keywords=galaxy+s4+holster .. But I don't like the actual phone case, so I usually just buy a TPU case off ebay for ~$5 and they fit most of the time. The holster itself is very sturdy, I've had one for every phone I've had.