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Case-mate barely there case

Just got mine today, came with a screen protector.
fits great, has soft feel and is not slippery in the hand at all.
Its my second case-mate I've owned and I'm definitely satisfied. If you want the right case the first time and not to deal with the riff raff, this Is for you.
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link pleeeeease.

http://tinyurl.com/3otufnm

http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Desire-Z-Cases/HTC-Desire-Z-Cases.asp
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just ordered , will post info when i get it

just got in the mail couple of minutes ok. Great purchase, very light and tight on the phone , like OP said comes with a screen protector (which am not using) and a cloth to wipe your screen down , which leave it like new too

It acually comes off without a struggle too, which it seems a lot of these style cases lack. Cheers
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Just ordered as well. I've been using OtterBox for my T-Mobile G2, but the tab attaching the front piece to the phone on OtterBox case is broken. We'll see how well case-mate case holds up.

Still a little pricey for me, the rubber ones one ebay have the same rubbery feel and also look and protect the same for less then $5. Just my opinion though

how rubbery is it? The original case I bought from Tmobile would get stuck in my pocket when I would try and pull it out. Now I am rocking a clear case but one of the tabs recently broke so I am looking for another

Its not rubbery to the point that its hard to take out of pocket, just feels nice in the hand, and not as slippery as a gloss finish.
Spending $20 bucks to adequately protect a device that costs $500 out of contract is well worth it imo.
Like I said, I reccomend it to the people not interested in wading through the waves of ebay garbage for $1.99
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Can anyone upload some pics of the case?

Case-mate.com ................
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99formulam6 said:
how rubbery is it? The original case I bought from Tmobile would get stuck in my pocket when I would try and pull it out. Now I am rocking a clear case but one of the tabs recently broke so I am looking for another
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not rubbery at all
Tommebaas said:
Can anyone upload some pics of the case?
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pic of case + case out of box
http://i51.tinypic.com/2uyjea1.jpg
front pic
http://i54.tinypic.com/99q83s.jpg
back pic
http://i55.tinypic.com/htwbcj.jpg
keyboard open pic
http://i53.tinypic.com/24b4y6s.jpg
like the name says this case is really light, but protects your phone well

I've got my DZ with the Barely There case for about a month now, and I'm very happy with it. You don't even notice the screen protector, and the case itself doesn't make your phone look like a new refridgerator, but it does make your phone feel like it's sturdy enough to survive an accidental drop on the ground.
I recommend the CM BT case to every DZ user

Can this be store bought? I've been looking for a Screen protector that includes a case!

I was actually not aware of this brand (Case-Mate) before, and was therefor very surprised to see that the case i bought for 5$ in a little Chinese shop in manhattan looks 99% the same (only difference i could see is the hole on top right corner of the back, as i've seen in several other cases, but not mine.)
i think for 1/4 of the price, its well worth it

Thanks for the pics bro
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Really now?

[Q] Amzer Silicone Skin Jelly Case vs TPU Rubber Skin Case

I already have the commuter but feel it's add a little bulk. I would like to know if any of the mentioned above are any good?
I would like to have some protection and with little less bulk.
Or any other case under $10-$15
TPU link
http://www.amazon.com/Rubber-Desire-Clear-Frost-Circle/dp/B004HFOMVW
Amzer
http://www.amazon.com/Rubber-Desire-Clear-Frost-Circle/dp/B004HFOMVW

I have this one:
http://www.overstock.com/Electronic...la-Defy-MB525/5870781/product.html?cid=123620
I bought it off ebay though with a screen prot. Doesnt add too much bulk, and looks good.

LaGeek said:
I have this one:
http://www.overstock.com/Electronic...la-Defy-MB525/5870781/product.html?cid=123620
I bought it off ebay though with a screen prot. Doesnt add too much bulk, and looks good.
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Thanks. Does it say Motorola Defy?
Edit... Nvm. Read the description... Says inspire 4g
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LaGeek said:
I have this one:
http://www.overstock.com/Electronic...la-Defy-MB525/5870781/product.html?cid=123620
I bought it off ebay though with a screen prot. Doesnt add too much bulk, and looks good.
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i have the same one, i really like it

Amzer is kinda Meh
My buddy has it for the Nexus S and it fits nice but the one for the Inspire is a strange fit. I had to modify around the ear piece so I could comfortably swipe down for notifications. Cheap but there is probably better.

I have the TPU case. Its awesome. best 5 bucks I've ever spent

LaGeek said:
I have this one:
http://www.overstock.com/Electronic...la-Defy-MB525/5870781/product.html?cid=123620
I bought it off ebay though with a screen prot. Doesnt add too much bulk, and looks good.
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This case is nice for 4bucks
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2 for 5.99 incl. shipping and screen protector (which I didn't try yet since I already had one).
Cannot beat it! It's a great case and even a little bit higher than the camera thus protecting it. Not bulky IMO and not worse than the casemate you can buy from AT&T for 30 bucks.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...&ssPageName=ADME:X:AAQ:US:1123#ht_2754wt_1137

Had the TPU case for a while on my Inspire. Unfortunately had to take it off because whenever I had it in a pocket the phone would go silent after the case pressed down on the volume buttons. It was almost perfect... Almost. =(
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Go with the tpu s wave case we've been telling you about... Awesome!
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i have to say, especially if you dont mind waiting a little bit, you can get a tpu case from china for super cheap. mine was 69 cents, free shipping. =)
although, i got the casemate tough for $15 new in box free ship on ebay, so maybe just keep an eye open there, you could get a much nicer case within your price range than on amazon!

I got the TPU case... great one for 4 bucks!

LG Nexus 4 Gray S-Line TPU Gel Case For Google Phone + FREE SHIPPING USA SELLER

I was looking on eBay for a nice TPU case that is somewhat clear to see the awesome back of the phone. I found this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/321025632878?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Its from Texas, US, so it should arrive quick compared to Hong Kong. Any thoughts on it or if anyone already bought one similar to it? I'm supposedly getting my device middle of next week and don't want to damage it.

Just ordered the white one. I need something for now to avoid a mishap
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I ordered a clear one yesterday!

I ordered one a few days ago from that seller. Still hasn't shipped.

I, for one, am waiting on the CruzerLite cases. Hopefully they make more than TPU soon because i think TPU would not protect the back glass at all. http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/pre-order-androidified-a2-tpu-case-for-lg-nexus-4

trter10 said:
I, for one, am waiting on the CruzerLite cases. Hopefully they make more than TPU soon because i think TPU would not protect the back glass at all. http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/pre-order-androidified-a2-tpu-case-for-lg-nexus-4
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TPU would protect the back perfectly fine... lol

FatalityBoyZahy said:
TPU would protect the back perfectly fine... lol
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From what I've seen, the glass breaks from nothing and I think TPU would transfer the energy straight to the glass
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trter10 said:
From what I've seen, the glass breaks from nothing and I think TPU would transfer the energy straight to the glass
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from one thread you read? cmon now. I've watched my friends tumble from 4+ feet and slam on tile and nothing has happened. this case or any tpu case is better then nothing. my friend had nothing protecting his.
I ordered one myself waiting for my bumper that I ordered on launch day. still hasn't shipped
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Why almost EVERY TPU case I see has this stupid S shape on it?
WHY?

richteralan said:
Why almost EVERY TPU case I see has this stupid S shape on it?
WHY?
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I agree, I think the S design looks really tacky.

richteralan said:
Why almost EVERY TPU case I see has this stupid S shape on it?
WHY?
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Probably because they all came from the same factory.

bleuiko said:
Probably because they all came from the same factory.
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Well sellers now you have a chance of getting my business if your tpu case doesn't have the ugly S.
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has anyone seen pics of N4 with the tpu case? I tried googling and this forum but found none....

Has anyone who bought this case received a shipping confirmation?

Mine shipped yesterday, but it'll get here by the 28th
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just ordered mine! luckily the item location is only a few hour drive from my city, so hopefully it'll arrive quickly.

i have one from china on its way and also the other one from the usa seller but it hasn't shipped.

richteralan said:
Well sellers now you have a chance of getting my business if your tpu case doesn't have the ugly S.
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+1

I ordered one of these in white from the US seller, it came in yesterday. It actually looks and feels a bit better than I expected. Doesn't add too much bulk and provides enough grip.

This one is cheaper and the same thing basically. With quick shipping even though it's HK. http://www.ebay.com/itm/170946973494?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

i-Blason Clear Hard Snap-on Case

For those looking for cases, these are pics of my just received "i-Blason Clear Hard Snap-on Case for Google Nexus 4 Smart Phone (Crystal Clear)". Snaps on just fine, doesn't protect the top or bottom of the phone, but protects the back and sides just fine. I love knowing it's more protected than naked, but still able to show off the phone in all its glory and shiny back! Yeah, the plastic scratches easily, but how cares. It was just $10, so I might order more just for spares.
I got the case from here: http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-SoftGel-Flexible-Frost-Clear/dp/B009Y0ZH6Y

Antebios said:
For those looking for cases, these are pics of my just received "i-Blason Clear Hard Snap-on Case for Google Nexus 4 Smart Phone (Crystal Clear)". Snaps on just fine, doesn't protect the top or bottom of the phone, but protects the back and sides just fine. I love knowing it's more protected than naked, but still able to show off the phone in all its glory and shiny back! Yeah, the plastic scratches easily, but how cares. It was just $10, so I might order more just for spares.
I got the case from here: http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-SoftGel-Flexible-Frost-Clear/dp/B009Y0ZH6Y
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Just noticed this case myself on Amazon, which cued me in that the Chinese are finally cranking these long awaited crystal clear cases en masse. Just ordered mine from here for $4: http://www.ebay.com/itm/251200525677?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
$10 is a rip for these cheaply made crystal clear cases that scratch if you so much as look at it sidewise. I am surprised that i-Blason didn't plaster their logo all over the back like they did with their TPU cases, at least there's that.

Elsydeon said:
Just ordered mine from here for $4: http://www.ebay.com/itm/251200525677?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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It's not the exact same one, just slightly different. But, it's close enough. Holy **** that's cheap!

Elsydeon said:
Just noticed this case myself on Amazon, which cued me in that the Chinese are finally cranking these long awaited crystal clear cases en masse. Just ordered mine from here for $4: http://www.ebay.com/itm/251200525677?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
$10 is a rip for these cheaply made crystal clear cases that scratch if you so much as look at it sidewise. I am surprised that i-Blason didn't plaster their logo all over the back like they did with their TPU cases, at least there's that.
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Thanks i ordered this.
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If only it was available on Amazon uk, it's a good price on eBay but delivery will be like a month so I'm not sure, shipping also costs

Was never a fan of crystal clear cases, but they actually look good on the Nexus 4
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Elsydeon said:
Just ordered mine from here for $4: http://www.ebay.com/itm/251200525677?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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You posting the link must have sold them out cause now it says that item has been removed or is no longer available. Damn
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Link is working now. Seems like a cheap way to keep the look of the phone while getting a bit more protection.
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Crystal clear cases almost always results in scratches on the body....just be careful.

PoisonWolf said:
Crystal clear cases almost always results in scratches on the body....just be careful.
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Which body? Plastic case or Nexus phone?
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Antebios said:
Which body? Plastic case or Nexus phone?
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Every crystal case I've owned in the past for various devices....over time, stuff builds up between the case and the phone. It'll scratch either depending on the content of the "stuff".
Just make sure you clean it regularly.

Good thing i have a full body skin coming in the mail already.

Dang, that looks so much better than the clear S-wave TPU case, it's not even funny.

Antebios said:
For those looking for cases, these are pics of my just received "i-Blason Clear Hard Snap-on Case for Google Nexus 4 Smart Phone (Crystal Clear)". Snaps on just fine, doesn't protect the top or bottom of the phone, but protects the back and sides just fine. I love knowing it's more protected than naked, but still able to show off the phone in all its glory and shiny back! Yeah, the plastic scratches easily, but how cares. It was just $10, so I might order more just for spares.
I got the case from here: http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-SoftGel-Flexible-Frost-Clear/dp/B009Y0ZH6Y
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Is that the wrong link? That one is Frost Clear, not Crystal Clear, and it's a soft gel case, not a hard snap-on case.

grayson73 said:
Is that the wrong link? That one is Frost Clear, not Crystal Clear, and it's a soft gel case, not a hard snap-on case.
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That's the correct link, but they have modified their listing. When I purchased mine, there was no "Pink". "Clear" was where "Pink" was. There is a link in this thread to an eBay listing that has the clear case much cheaper ($4).

I got the same case 2 weeks ago- so far, so good! First crystal clear case that I like

My clear case is now scratched up, but who gives a **** because I would rather it get messed up than my beautiful N4. I'll just order a cheap replacement down the road.

Bought a cheap hard shell case on ebay for about $2. SPOILER I love it

So I was browsing ebay for cheap hard shell cases for a DIY project when I stumbled upon these cheap cases. I bought a couple and they got to me from China to Los Angeles as early as 4 business and one case lagged behind and arrived 8 business days later. Overall shipping was really fast. Overall the cases are really nice and snug but one thing that stood out the most was it's very easy to remove from the case. With the Ringke Slim Case, I would worry about scratching the chrome bezel but this thing pops out like a charm yet it snug enough for me to not worry about it coming out on its own. Will i the phone pop out if I drop it? Doubt it.
These cases are super slim and you can actually see the Nexus logo through the case. It's not noticeable unless you look for it and even then, it's very faint but that just gives you the idea of how slim it is. The plastic feels close to what the rubberized plastic feels like on the nexus so it feels good in the hand and actually feels like a premium case in my opinion. I own a couple Ringke cases, a poetic bumper, and various flip cases and this $2 case is my favorite out of them all. For those who have the Ringke case and a back skin protector, you'll notice two lines streaming down the back, this doesn't cause that. I have the Best Skins Ever skin protector on the back and have no issues with it. I do not have a front screen protector so I can't comment on how it would act with one. Now of course there are some minor annoyances defects with this case, it's a cheap $2 Chinese case, but the pros greatly out weigh the cons and they are only cosmetic. The one thing that this case has that stands out for the rest is that it has a cut out for the sim tray, something I haven't seen on any other case and may or may not be a downside. For me, I don't mind. Also pushing the power button may take some getting used to but it's not an issue. Other than that I love the hell out of this case and I'm glad I bought a bunch and it has a logo-less design! I'll upload some pics below.
Pro's
*No Logos
*Feels premium
*No streaks on the back of the phone like Ringke
*Cheap
*Fast shipping
*Super lightweight and thin
*Doesn't interfere with back skin protectors
*Has a rubberized plastic feel
*Looks amazing in person
*Sim tray cut out
Cons
*Very minor cosmetic blemishes
Tl;Dr: Overall I love it more than any other case I have bought including the slim Rearth case. Definite buy. For something $2 it definately feels better than those $10+, $20+ cases
pics
http://imgur.com/a/mLGsE
In one of the pictures, you'll see a little bit of excess plastic and there's a seam that runs along side the case. You can't feel it but you can clearly see it. Those are the only cosmetic blemishes and can me remedied easily.

thanks for the review! for me the biggest con's that I've picked out right away are the lack of protection for the top and the bottom of the phone, rendering it 1/2 way useless, considering 1/2 times the phone drops on it's top/bottom. I might have looked at the case wrong, but from the photos, it seems like there are only sides and back protection.

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thanks for the review! for me the biggest con's that I've picked out right away are the lack of protection for the top and the bottom of the phone, rendering it 1/2 way useless, considering 1/2 times the phone drops on it's top/bottom. I might have looked at the case wrong, but from the photos, it seems like there are only sides and back protection.
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Yeah the top and bottom are exposed and for some reason imgur only uploaded half the photos I wanted. This is my personal opinion on the case and I can see how the top and bottom exposed would be an issue for some. It completely went over my head on that part. For ~$2 I would still pick one up to play with. Originally this was meant fit a diy project but it won me over as a plain case
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I ordered Diztronic and rearth last night :banghead: but these do look promising, I can't see the pictures :/ can u upload here?
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fuego77 said:
I ordered Diztronic and rearth last night :banghead: but these do look promising, I can't see the pictures :/ can u upload here?
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Yeah no problem, give me a couple minutes.
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Hero_Guy said:
Yeah no problem, give me a couple minutes.
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Thanks bud!
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The white and red cases are the generic case and the black is the Rearth case. I included some quick comparison shots of both. They're identical except the Rearth has a lip on the bottom and top
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Thanks man! Pics look great. Will be buying a red and a blue one . What's that leather looking case in the bottom right hand corner ?
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fuego77 said:
Thanks man! Pics look great. Will be buying a red and a blue one . What's that leather looking case in the bottom right hand corner ?
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That is one of the poetic flip cases. Its the one that hold cards
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Nice find ordering the black one.
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Hero_Guy said:
That is one of the poetic flip cases. Its the one that hold cards
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Poetic slim book? How do you like it?
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The **** did I just spend $10 on a Ringke case a week ago, when I could have ordered this for $2.

xdviper said:
The **** did I just spend $10 on a Ringke case a week ago, when I could have ordered this for $2.
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I just bought 2 Ringke cases not even 15 minutes ago and now I see this thread
EDIT: Oh wth I just ordered 2 and it cost me $3.36 USD

That's a stupidly cheap case. Looks exactly identical like it and offers a high variety of colors. Nice find.

xdviper said:
The **** did I just spend $10 on a Ringke case a week ago, when I could have ordered this for $2.
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Yeah I spent $10 on an i-blason a couple weeks ago. Ordered the nillkin flip cover case last week for $15, now I will probably order these. Can't have enough cases for this phone laying around!
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Can i get multiple colors on the same order ? or do i have to order each one separately ? ebay noob

PsyMoses said:
Can i get multiple colors on the same order ? or do i have to order each one separately ? ebay noob
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add whatever you want in your cart and checkout...

ssskom said:
add whatever you want in your cart and checkout...
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It seems ebay.ca doesn't have My Cart only Watch List.

It looks like the seller is also selling TPU cases for $2.33. I have yet to find a TPU case that I like for this thing. Maybe I'm just too anti-cases in general.