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Otterbox now available

Just ordered one. http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-G2-/-HT...es-Case/HTC4-G2XXX-20-E4OTR_A,default,pd.html
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nice.....but I wich I had learned this sooner....I just bought 3 cheap ones...at the rate I'm going....I'll be getti this puppy in 3 months lol!

Fixing to order. I love the look to it.
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I wish it was a defender series though... much better protection than the commuter series. Hopefully they will release a defender for it soon.

alexp162002 said:
I wish it was a defender series though... much better protection than the commuter series. Hopefully they will release a defender for it soon.
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I don't know if they can make one for this phone. Aren't the only phones that get those "one piece" phones?

Does anyone have one of these yet? Too soon to ask that question?

nivlac978 said:
Does anyone have one of these yet? Too soon to ask that question?
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Mine just shipped today. Will let you know when it comes in.
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at first look, this $35 otterbox looks very similar to the cheapo $5 ones that's selling everywhere. i'm sure the quality is much better but is it $35 better as the protection is still 2 piece? im curious to see feedback from those who ordered

Its quality over plastic.
[G2/HTC Vision]

Damn, it didn't upload in HD.
I had a very bad hang over while recording.

How is the grip on the commuter series? I'm always afraid that it will slip out of my hands.

12/10 - 12/13 only
just noticed this on their site
Special Offer: Buy a Commuter Series case and receive a free OtterBox stand plus free domestic ground shipping.

dorezen said:
just noticed this on their site
Special Offer: Buy a Commuter Series case and receive a free OtterBox stand plus free domestic ground shipping.
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I posted a code for an additional 10% off in the other thread.
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thanks for that garcia save me $3.50!

What's weird is that I was the first to post on tmobile forums in the g2 area about this with a link. And here my handle is g2reno and my actual IRL name is Reno.
Mind=blown
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Looks really nice to bad it doesn't come with a belt clip
Oh here is the link I see no one else has posted it
http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-G2-/-HTC-Desire-Z-Commuter-Series-Case/HTC4-G2XXX,default,pd.html

nivlac978 said:
Does anyone have one of these yet? Too soon to ask that question?
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Just got mine in. Looks great will post some pics tomorrow.
This is only the second otterbox I have had. The first was a defender for the 3gs. This commuter case is well built and feels and looks great. The only problem I ran into was the first silicone layer was getting pinched at the corner when I was trying to put the outter cover snapped in place. After a few attempts finally got it on and so far so good. Def worth the wait and money.
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tmoreno2425 said:
Just got mine in. Looks great will post some pics tomorrow.
This is only the second otterbox I have had. The first was a defender for the 3gs. This commuter case is well built and feels and looks great. The only problem I ran into was the first silicone layer was getting pinched at the corner when I was trying to put the outter cover snapped in place. After a few attempts finally got it on and so far so good. Def worth the wait and money.
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Is the back made mostly of silicone or hard plastic? Please tell me it doesn't stick to the inside of your pocket!

gravis86 said:
Is the back made mostly of silicone or hard plastic? Please tell me it doesn't stick to the inside of your pocket!
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The back is mostly hard plastic. The only silicone will be at the headphone jack, power button, charging port, and the largest part is volume rocker. The plastic has a great design/look to it. You wont be disappointed. Should be getting some pics up a little later.
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I can't WAIT to see some pics of it. I'll probably decide then if I'll purchase it or not

Otterbox Samsung Galaxy S Commuter case

The outer shell of the Galaxy S devices are essentially the same. I got the Otterbox Samsung Galaxy S Communter case at teh Amazonz for 24.95 - free 2-day shipping if you sign up for an Amazon Student account.
It fits the phone perfectly

Dammit! I bought mine on ebay for 26.25 shipped! forgot to check amazon! can't wait to get it, until then I'm super careful with it.

It also comes with 1 screen protector but I have never been impressed with the one's Otterbox supplies. I didn't apply it anyway because the screen on this phone can take a pretty good beating. Enjoy the case! I know I am!

Good to know it fits. I think I might upgrade to the 4G this week.
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I'm glad I stumbled on this thread. I just ordered mine today, should be coming in tomorrow afternoon, perfect since I'll be heading into PAX east, and this baby was paid full price x.x; shouldn't ever go to a convention without a case..

it's a good case. the rubber has a tendency to be a lint magnet. but it will def protect your phone.

Got mine from TheCellGuru.com for 23.39 with shipping. I got the otterbox commuter for the 'Vibrant' though. Should be essentially the same since the only differences physically is the forward facing camera.
Not a bad pick up for a solid case to protect; as I am one clumsy SOB!

Order the i9000 version. Thats the one I got.
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I'm glad I got to this thread and read about cellguru... got my case for cheap in the mail today love this phone
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I saw a friend with an Otterbox and liked the grip, so I grabbed one.
I was disappointed to find out they dont make a "Defender" version for the Vibrant/S4G. That was the version my friend had on his Captivate which I liked more then the "Commuter". But the Commuter will suffice for now. Hopefully they release a defender series for ours.
I also didn't care for the screen protector that came with the Otterbox, so I didn't use it and just used the second realook protector I had from my Vibrant which works great.

don't waste money
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...GVKLGSU%3D&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK:MEWNX:IT
got mine in two days, nicest case i have ever owned....its awesome

My best friend ended up with the otter box, I ended up with the case mate touch case. He likes his more, I like mine more. So I think it's opinion also, but they are both good options.

heartspains88 said:
My best friend ended up with the otter box, I ended up with the case mate touch case. He likes his more, I like mine more. So I think it's opinion also, but they are both good options.
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Comparing the two, which one tends to attract dust more? (refering to the soft silicone part).
Thanks

Case mate only does on the silicone part, which isnt really much once the "hard" part covers the back.. mainly on on the top part where the headphone jack is, a quick milisecond wipe when it comes out of my pocket and no dust on the entire phone. Hopefully that description helps.
Otherwise none at all. Refering to the case mate of course.

MrRuckus said:
I saw a friend with an Otterbox and liked the grip, so I grabbed one.
I was disappointed to find out they dont make a "Defender" version for the Vibrant/S4G. That was the version my friend had on his Captivate which I liked more then the "Commuter". But the Commuter will suffice for now. Hopefully they release a defender series for ours.
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Yeah, I looked everywhere for the Defender version but settled for the Commuter.
I haven't had many problems with dust on my Otterbox but for those that are, Just wipe it with any microfiber cloth (even old jogging pants refashioned as a dust rag works) and it wipes it clean in seconds.

The only thing is the dust/lint gets in the cut outs for the ffc and ear piece. If your going to use the ffc, which isn't that often, you have to clean that out.
Is anyone else noticing that it seems like the soft part is getting a little loose after awhile? I've had this one since they first released them for the vibrant. It seems like, especially at the top, you can squeeze the edge's in and it buckles up.
That being said, this is the best case I've ever owned. I like how it has the soft rubber touching the phone so you don't get any wear spots on it. Then the hard plastic protects and keeps it from getting stuck in your pocket.

Recommend me a good case!

I have been looking for a good case for my G2, but no luck. I found one that I really liked, but its sold out everywhere!
Can someone recommend me a good case please?
Thanks
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Otterbox. Do it!

elliott2705 said:
Otterbox. Do it!
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How is that case?
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IMO its really good, looks nice, feels solid.
Add a little bulk but only really to be expected. The back is a little slippery but i like it. It doesn't have the grip that the hard rubber ones do, but i think its a little more hard wearing.
Theres a youtube video review of it linked on here somewhere.

elliott2705 said:
IMO its really good, looks nice, feels solid.
Add a little bulk but only really to be expected. The back is a little slippery but i like it. It doesn't have the grip that the hard rubber ones do, but i think its a little more hard wearing.
Theres a youtube video review of it linked on here somewhere.
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Cool, thanks bro. Ill check it out
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Otterbox is a nice case, but there's 2 warnings for it.
first of all, if you put it on, do not plan to take it off. doing so repeatedly can and will break a teeth or two on the case.
2ndly. be extremely careful when you open the case, it can scratch the actual phone. I got 1 scratch on a corner already
so i would suggest that if you get the otterbox, do not make any plans to take it out except for a rare occasion.
I am currently using the case, i love it, but i learned not to take it out.

mputtr said:
Otterbox is a nice case, but there's 2 warnings for it.
first of all, if you put it on, do not plan to take it off. doing so repeatedly can and will break a teeth or two on the case.
2ndly. be extremely careful when you open the case, it can scratch the actual phone. I got 1 scratch on a corner already
so i would suggest that if you get the otterbox, do not make any plans to take it out except for a rare occasion.
I am currently using the case, i love it, but i learned not to take it out.
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Oh ok, would you recommend another case to me?
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currently I have no idea. I'm still using the otterbox because i don't have time to buy a new one, but I do not have any plans on get a new one until the end of this month. i have too much to do and moving to a new apartment, so the adress is unstable atm.
I'll try and update later though.

I've been using the black gel case from T-Mobile ever since I got the phone, and it's been great. Hasn't gotten dirty/cracked and is easy to take on and off. Hasn't damaged the phone, and it's protected it pretty well. Yesterday my G2 fell from my sweatshirt pocket onto the concrete in my backyard, and there's only a small mark where it hit under the case. I've never tried the Otterbox that may be better.

mftek said:
Oh ok, would you recommend another case to me?
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I've been using the T-Mobile G2 Body Glove Matrix since Oct and am VERY happy with it. When it was new one of the tabs was catching on something but it was fine after a week. I never take the case off -- use an external battery pack instead of a spare battery.
It's $20 on Ebay (US) and I'm not the seller. I think you can get it for less if you shop around.

Take a look at my review of this case...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=993569

I am using a cheapy case from Tmo. Its not bad. I am thinking about getting the otterbox case.

id recommend the krussel pouch
krussel are renouned for their excellent quality leather pouches and it fits very nicely with the desire z and g2.
ive had it since i brought it about a month ago and no scratches yet!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/GENUINE-KRUSE...088178&cguid=b9aeb00812e0a479ed911df1fdf25e3c

Otterbox Commuter case it's the way to go. Tried others, but love this one. It's $30 on Ebay.

DO NOT get the cheaper black gel skin case from Tmo because its teeth scratch the crap out of your phone when removing it. Same with that otter box I guess, but OB is a hardcase that feels better and doesn't stink. The case I got smells like booty!
The gel skin case has poorly placed/too thick of teeth so the phone never shuts completely and is slightly wedged open.
I def want to find another case that's more streamlined because I am so scared of dropping my G2.

Perfect Case?

I think I found the case I'm getting for my G2X
http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/csr3lg2x-bk.htm

I might agree
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Now the waiting the game lol

I'm waiting for this, too, and I hope it doesn't have fitment issues like they've had with every other phone I've gotten this case for. I don't mind the electrical tape fix but it shouldn't be necessary for a case that you spend that much money on.

I love their cases, I've used them on a few different phones, the latest being the Vibrant. The only downside I've had is the cost. I'll probably wait for one of their sales after it comes out before I think of buying it though.

VERY nice! Reminds me of the Marware case I had for my iPhone (which still.. to this day... was my favorite case ever). I was JUST on the Marware site with my fingers crossed hoping for a G2X variant.. but no avail. THIS however... looks very nice. Thanks for sharing!

I like the case also. but I'm afraid the top clip might scratch the phone if i dont take out the phone carefully/slowly...

I'm going to wait for the Trident Aegis case. According to the email I got from their customer service ([email protected]), it will be out 1st week of June.

If it's anything like the surface case for the nexus one you shouldn't have any problems with scratches.

c19932 said:
I like the case also. but I'm afraid the top clip might scratch the phone if i dont take out the phone carefully/slowly...
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egon27 is right. One of my cases for my N1 was a Seidio Surface case and I loved it. It was snug, but was easily put on and removed. It had a soft, felt like material that covered the inside back and stayed together once you clicked it. The only issue I had was that it had a tendency to catch my screen protector w/the wrap around edges whenever I would slide it on.
However, I'm waiting for the Trident case as well...

egon27 said:
I think I found the case I'm getting for my G2X
http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/csr3lg2x-bk.htm
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They make the best case/holster combos
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Does anyone have a coupon code for seidio? Just saw the case is available for order now.

Infuse Cases

http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Infuse-4G-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Infuse-4G-Barely-There-Case.asp

I got the case mate pop case it was $35 but I think it's pretty good.

justanothernoob said:
I got the case mate pop case it was $35 but I think it's pretty good.
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I got the pop as well but feel it makes the phone feel way too big.
I decided to order a full stealth shield skin for it to try.
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donharden2002 said:
I got the pop as well but feel it makes the phone feel way too big.
I decided to order a full stealth shield skin for it to try.
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Where'd you order your Stealth skin for it? I didn't see one for the Infuse on their site. Thanks.

HushH said:
Where'd you order your Stealth skin for it? I didn't see one for the Infuse on their site. Thanks.
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I ordered it on ebay, it's the whole set. Sides, top, bottom, front and back.
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I picked up the ballisitic case at the at&t store..i love it,, yeah it makes the phone even bigger but i work construction ,, i reallly needed this!!!!

FIREONHIGH said:
I picked up the ballisitic case at the at&t store..i love it,, yeah it makes the phone even bigger but i work construction ,, i reallly needed this!!!!
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that things gotta look like you carry an oldschool tv on your hip. lol. not exactly pocketable!.

Chika Da China Da Chinese Chicken?
Is it just me or did we as consumers just completely breeze right past the day when cases went from 10 bucks to 35-50.
They are still the same damn case!
I know why. Phones are made thinner, lighter and more delicate......so they could sell us what they know we need.......something to make it BIGGER, THICKER and HARDER.
We are screwing ourselves........and paying someone to do it.

slappyjoker said:
Is it just me or did we as consumers just completely breeze right past the day when cases went from 10 bucks to 35-50.
They are still the same damn case!
I know why. Phones are made thinner, lighter and more delicate......so they could sell us what they know we need.......something to make it BIGGER, THICKER and HARDER.
We are screwing ourselves........and paying someone to do it.
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LMFAO, Slappy! You are too funny!
I, for one, am willing to pay a bit more for a good quality case. 18 months ago, I bought a very cheap silicone flappy-case for my very-soon-to-be-replaced Samsung Eternity (UPS is dropping my Infuse TODAY - woo hoo!). I remember taking off the silicone case after about one month of use to give the device a good ol' wipedown. I was super bummed to see that the sides of the phone were all scratched up FROM BEING IN THE CASE! This POS case had actually trapped dirt/dust between itself and the phone and proceeded to chafe itself silly!
So anyway, I'm going to get a solid, snug, and well made case for my new Infuse.
Having said that, any suggestions on brand and/or model? I am thinking Otterbox Commuter, but am open to anything...

I'm liking the casemate pop case.
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I went with the body glove case, have one on my
Cappy, and loved it. So I went with the same one, actually looks just like the one on my Cappy.
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DrGreenLeaf said:
I went with the body glove case, have one on my
Cappy, and loved it. So I went with the same one, actually looks just like the one on my Cappy.
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Same here, i felt like the carbon fiber-like look was very appealing.
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Did you guys find the body glove case in a retail store or order it online? My AT&T store only had the CaseMate Pop and the Ballistic cases.

kcab87 said:
Same here, i felt like the carbon fiber-like look was very appealing.
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Can you shoot a pic or two?

Infuse Case
I went with a rubberized hard case, no name with screen protector included for $7 shipped on eBay. It looks quite similar to the CaseMate.
That should tide me over until the OtterBox commuter comes out.

I bought the CM Pop when I bought my phone. I just didnt like the feel and size so I exchanged it for the Body Glove case and I am very happy.

bmstrong said:
Can you shoot a pic or two?
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heres a pic of the back of the case taken from the at&t wireless website. very sleek in my opinion. And still maintains that slim profile.
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I really like the body glove case. Maintains its sleek physique ...to me the other cases just add too much bulk.
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Uh the Body Glove Mirage case is black with diagonal lines. In my eyes/opinion it does not resemble actual (or imitation) carbon fiber in any way.

I made a video review of the case-mate pop case go to my website at http://www.igadgetgeek.com the video is under the android section
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