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[Q] Advice on Galaxy S case

I don't have any protection or case for my Galaxy right now and I really need to buy something. I just can't make my mind up. I'm posting the items I've spotted so far:
(I'm sorry I wanted to put the links but I'm new so not allowed, I'm just typing down the items by their names and if you copy paste it on google they'll pop up easily)
- Case-Mate Tough Case - Samsung Galaxy S - Black
- Case-Mate Barely There For Samsung Galaxy S - Black
- Krusell DONSö Leather Pouch
- Original Samsung Galaxy S i9000 Leather Pouch Case
-Advanced FlexiShield Skin For Samsung Galaxy S - Black
I really don't know what to do, get a pouch and invisibleshield? or a thin rubber thingy and a pouch? or just invisibleshield and a pouch on it?
Could you guys just advice me a bit, thanks a lot!
I'll be waiting for an answer mates.

I'd go for invisishield and a little care. The bulky cases just break the beautiful design of galaxy S.

Personally i like these cases , not alot of protection on top and bottom but something is better then nothing and i hate covering up phones with silicon cases but i think this cases adds to the look of the phone not detracts.
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I have the Mesh Case Black and its really nice.
I would recommend the kickstand case though as it is the most useful

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That looks strangely familiar

Qazz~ said:
I have the Mesh Case Black and its really nice.
I would recommend the kickstand case though as it is the most useful
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I just received my kickstand and agree with its usefulness. It won't be my primary case but will def use it in the office.

Fornowagain said:
That looks strangely familiar
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Yah i borrowed your pics from OCuk as i was too lazy to do my own, hope you don't mind.

Jah-lion said:
I don't have any protection or case for my Galaxy right now and I really need to buy something. I just can't make my mind up. I'm posting the items I've spotted so far:
(I'm sorry I wanted to put the links but I'm new so not allowed, I'm just typing down the items by their names and if you copy paste it on google they'll pop up easily)
- Case-Mate Tough Case - Samsung Galaxy S - Black
- Case-Mate Barely There For Samsung Galaxy S - Black
- Krusell DONSö Leather Pouch
- Original Samsung Galaxy S i9000 Leather Pouch Case
-Advanced FlexiShield Skin For Samsung Galaxy S - Black
I really don't know what to do, get a pouch and invisibleshield? or a thin rubber thingy and a pouch? or just invisibleshield and a pouch on it?
Could you guys just advice me a bit, thanks a lot!
I'll be waiting for an answer mates.
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I use the Krusell DONSö Leather Pouch (and nothing else) and I am very happy with it. It fits perfectly and protects the device from any falls.
And it looks really cool also...

I use a combination of kickstand case at home and a leather pouch on the road.

Love my Case Mate Tough case. More expensive, but gives great protection. Comes with screen protector too.
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/...-Galaxy-S-Tough-Case-Black-Black/Product.html

These cases are great.. Until it rains heavily and your phone is destroyed...
Get one of these instead: http://www.h2oaudio.com/store/index.php/waterproof-armbands.html

I ordered the Case-Mate Barely There, will post a pic once it gets here.
IMO I think the invisi-shield is too thin and the glossy surface is a finger print magnet.
The Barely There is a good compromise and respects the original design.

These are best hands down imho for me
DARKKRAKEN said:
Personally i like these cases , not alot of protection on top and bottom but something is better then nothing and i hate covering up phones with silicon cases but i think this cases adds to the look of the phone not detracts.
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I went for the GREY gel case and I dont regret it...Protects and it is less noticeable
Good price and good quality ...Delivery took 6 days to Holland:
http://cgi.ebay.nl/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180542842233&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:NL:1123

Qazz~ said:
I have the Mesh Case Black and its really nice.
I would recommend the kickstand case though as it is the most useful
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This .
Bought it from ebay seller named udamoa. I also got free black jelly case and two screen protectors(which has better quality than my folix sp) as gifts. all for $8.90

Qazz~ said:
I have the Mesh Case Black and its really nice.
I would recommend the kickstand case though as it is the most useful
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This is the only case I've found that seems to have the top right corner open, can you guys please confirm this? This is important to me because the brazilian version of the i9000 has a TV antenna there.

bidboy said:
Love my Case Mate Tough case. More expensive, but gives great protection. Comes with screen protector too.
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/...-Galaxy-S-Tough-Case-Black-Black/Product.html
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And is it easy to open to replace battery after installation? I usually switch batteries every day... and that's the only thing that is still keeping me from clicking the buy button

drcursor said:
And is it easy to open to replace battery after installation? I usually switch batteries every day... and that's the only thing that is still keeping me from clicking the buy button
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It is done in 3 seconds.....

I looked at the seller, udamoa on Ebay. he seem to sell 2 cases, the kickstand one and one that looks like Kraken's. Can anybody tell me, who owns them, how they are? Like, in terms of drop protection, material, and feel?
Thanks!

Okay, now I vote for Toughcase for the following reasons:
Our phone has the same glass screen as the iPhone, and it's scratch resistant.(there is a video on youtube). Unless you walk around with a razor in your pocket, the screen won't have a problem with it. Also screen protectors add a layer of film on the display, therefore making it less bright/visible, etc. My recommendation: won't bother buying one.
Our SGS's serious problem is the screen toughness. (also video on youtube). If you drop it, you have a good change it will shatter! So let's find a solution on this one:
- full body covers like zagg for obvious reasons won't help(also had a zagg, and I don't like the touch of it)
- leather flipcases, other leater cases only help if you are lucky with the drop
- pouches are also a waste of money, because you have to take the phone out to use, call, etc.
I bet we should move towards the silicone case, or hardcase option. Best of both words are the toughcase from Casemate, a silicone internal cover, and an ABS plastic outer case.
These are usually also a bit thicker on the front, giving the display a very good protection, as well as shock absorbation from drops.
Check play.com, it has a 50% off sale(£15).

[Review] HTC Desire Commuter Series Case

Hello
A few days ago I received the Otterbox Commuter case for my HTC Desire ..
And I want to publish my review on this case .
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The Commuter Series Case comes in three layers :
Silicone case
Plastic cover
Screen Protector
* Design -
It looks much better from pictures I saw on there web site (www.otterbox.com) .
The case isn't more thick from the TPU Case .
* Quality -
High quality of materials .
There is a big quality difference between this case between 1-5 dollars cases on eBay.
* Protection:
The case feels good in hand .
Protection of three layers as I mentioned earlier
Silicon covers all ports (charging / USB and headphones) it's good thing against dust and moisture.
Silicon is higher from the screen so you can put the phone on the table without danger to the screen. Same thing about the camera , The silicone hard plastic gives you the possibility to put the phone against the back of the device without any damage to the camera .
Anyone who wants better protection than that (though in my opinion do not have to) you need to search for Otterbox Defender Case .
* Price:
Case costs $ 34.95 (without shipping) and you can find this case on - www.otterbox.com
- Advantages and disadvantages in Case that I found so far
Strengths:
Case with three layers -
A screen protector, silicone and hard plastic.
Silicon coverage covering all ports , something that I think is very helpful against dust and moisture.
Coverage isn't really thick .
Very easy to press the volume buttons, power button, something annoys me in TPU was hard to press the power button.
Weaknesses:
One small thing that annoys me is the dust on the accumulates up and down the exposed silicon area (because it's not hard silicone, also it has advantage and disadvantages).
Can be cleaned with a transfer finger on the dust or air.
This is an excellent Case . And this is the end result of my impressions from the Case :
Protection:
4.5 out of 5
Design:
4.5 out of 5
Price:
4 out of 5
Total
4.5 out of 5.
Images :
Hope you enjoyed my review

Thanks!
Sent from my HTC Desire

DORMIU said:
Thanks!
Sent from my HTC Desire
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You're welcome

No one liked the review?

Looks nice! I rather prefer sleeves, but might buy a case for my Desire some day just to make sure it doesn't get any nasty damage .

I don't like this case because (from the pictures) it doesn't protect Desire right where is more fragile - edges.
EDIT: Or it does? :/ It seems like it has 2 covers (rubbers + plastic?)... cannot see really good.

i have one of these. agree 250% with your review. nice job btw. good pictures.
i have had one problem. ive taken the case off and put it back on so many times that the hard plastic cracked and the soft silicone tore a little. but its all gravy still works wonderfully and you cant see the cracked plastic or the tear. plus, i think im going to talk to my accessory vendor or otterbox about replacing my ****. they probably will.

ljesh said:
I don't like this case because (from the pictures) it doesn't protect Desire right where is more fragile - edges.
EDIT: Or it does? :/ It seems like it has 2 covers (rubbers + plastic?)... cannot see really good.
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Yeah It's 2 layers Silicone case + Plastic cover and It also protects the edges .
skuddy said:
i have one of these. agree 250% with your review. nice job btw. good pictures.
i have had one problem. ive taken the case off and put it back on so many times that the hard plastic cracked and the soft silicone tore a little. but its all gravy still works wonderfully and you cant see the cracked plastic or the tear. plus, i think im going to talk to my accessory vendor or otterbox about replacing my ****. they probably will.
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The materials seem high quality. I think it never will happen
Thank for your comments

Good review. Been rocking one on my Desire for almost a month. My one beef is how slick the hard plastic shell is. It needs a bit more grip to it. Other then that, great case!

How about screen protector
I ordered one commuter case,
And olsa Zagg shield on my desire, What do you think about peeling the old zagg shield ?

The hardcase is a bit too slick. Great review though!
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rouvax said:
How about screen protector
I ordered one commuter case,
And olsa Zagg shield on my desire, What do you think about peeling the old zagg shield ?
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If you don't have any bubbles on your ZAGG screen protector Do not install the otterbox screen protector . Save it until you will have problems with ZAGG .
I can't tell you anything about Otterbox screen protector because I'm using right now Martin Fields screen protector

screen protector works well. No complaints from me

Ive been using this case since the day it came out. I'm a truck and coach/heavy equipment mechanic and its held up quite nicely to the abuse it sees every day. I wonder if the Defender is that much better.

Roscopcoletrain said:
Good review. Been rocking one on my Desire for almost a month. My one beef is how slick the hard plastic shell is. It needs a bit more grip to it. Other then that, great case!
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LMAO I totally agree. I went to grab mine, slipped off of the counter top of the sink in my bathroom, and dumped right into my toilet. Fished it out very quickly, phone was fine. well protected thanks to my case. but that sucked!

I had my case in the end. It's ok but it's not stylish as it seems from photos. It's screen protector is easy to install but it's size a little small i think. Case is bulkier than it seems also. But i think it's one of the best in the market. I'm thinking about that Jet black gel cases.

rouvax said:
I had my case in the end. It's ok but it's not stylish as it seems from photos. It's screen protector is easy to install but it's size a little small i think. Case is bulkier than it seems also. But i think it's one of the best in the market. I'm thinking about that Jet black gel cases.
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It's not too bulky in my opinion , It gives very good protection relative to his size.

Getting used to it and it Feels better.

I totally agree. I only use otter defender. Size over protection is livable. Dropped mine the other day off a 14 ft ladder and she just bounced no damage what so ever. Can't see using anything else. And defender has protector built in. Bonus.
Set Via XDA App

This is the case if you want protection and not a bulk one.
I lost my phone the last sunday in a snowy park and after 3 days under the snow I found it!
It's in excellent form. Only a scratch on the screen protector because of an iceberg
It was a miracle , I was ready to order a HTC desite hd .
Thank you HTC thank you otterbox

THIN case

Whats the thinnest case you have found for the S4? I've been looking at various cases, and they are all so thick ( I usually go naked.. ) but I would like to put something over it for drop protection ( so no, skins don't work ). And don't suggest any of the crap offered by SPIGEN, I'm done with that worthless company ( ALL support issues with them ).
ITSkins has the ghost and Zero.3, but neither is available STILL ( they where suppose to be on the 15th ) and you can't pre-order them either....
Everything else i find just says "Thin" or some other wonderful adj, I'd like a number and facts. Thin is subjective....

rkennison said:
Whats the thinnest case you have found for the S4? I've been looking at various cases, and they are all so thick ( I usually go naked.. ) but I would like to put something over it for drop protection ( so no, skins don't work ). And don't suggest any of the crap offered by SPIGEN, I'm done with that worthless company ( ALL support issues with them ).
ITSkins has the ghost and Zero.3, but neither is available STILL ( they where suppose to be on the 15th ) and you can't pre-order them either....
Everything else i find just says "Thin" or some other wonderful adj, I'd like a number and facts. Thin is subjective....
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I have the case mate barely there case. I have to say, it feels so nice in the hand.. Because of the matt finish. Better than any other case I had. And I also had the spigen neo hybrid. The look is also casual. Really like the style.
Here some foto's I just took.
Hope it helps.
Regards
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I have the ringke rearth slim and it looks similar to the barely there above but even thinner (by the looks of his pics). Not much protection but improves grip and barely any if at all bulking up of the phone
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i have this tpu case that to me doesnt feel like it adds any weight or thickness to the phone itself. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BYPZU28/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
here are some pics to show you what i mean. notice 2 of these pics you can see how the case works well with the mime ghost glass screen protector. it's also partially see through.

found this on ebay
Clear 0.3mm Ultra Thin Cover Case Screen Guard for Samsung Galaxy S4 i9500
This 0.3 case covers the top and bottom edges too, this will be the thinnest you can find on the market with a full protection. I've one when i'm using my S3, looking for a S4 one and found this.:good:

Sent from gala,y s4

hollisterryann said:
Definitely neo hybrid by spigen. Thing adds Like no thickness
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I agree. It doesn't add anything thickness but HOWEVER, it does add some to the width making the phone feel wider.

He said no neo hybrid
rkennison said:
And don't suggest any of the crap offered by SPIGEN, I'm done with that worthless company ( ALL support issues with them ).
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After everything I have read about Spigen, I am very hesitant to buy one of their products. The casemate looks pretty nice, but I don't like the openings on the top and bottom. I want a thin/light case, but I want a little bit of fall protection in it.

I've just got this one, loving it so far.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00BYMGQVU/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1369333383&sr=8-2&pi=SL75
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Serious recommendation: I was in the same boat, and didn't think I would find anything I liked. I happened to be browsing at BestBuy while my wife picked out case. I noticed some RocketFish branded cases that look really slim. Asked if I could try one on my phone and it fit like a glove, barely added any size to it, but definitely makes it feel like I'm not going to accidentally fling the phone across the roam just taking it out of my pocket.

I also have the Ringke Rearth ultra slim case - which was not only the thinnest I've seen, but also very cheap!
I keep the Spigen Neo-Hybrid case on my phone though - I had an S3 get nicked up at the bottom where the ultra thin rearth case didn't cover. Outside of the neo-hybrid I think the rearth cases are my favorites - considering I bought one for my S4 immediately and had one for my S3 I'd feel confident suggesting it.

I purchased both the Ringke Rearth Slim and the Spigen Neo Hybrid. While the Spigen looks nice it really does add a lot of width to the phone. The Ringke is easily the slimmest case that I have used for any phone. Not to mention it only cost $2. The matte black has also been great for adding grip. My only complaint is that the Ringke case is very difficult to remove.

I have a Spigen Ultrafit. Its pretty darn thin.
I like the matte finish.
Spigen Ultrafit
Edit: it is just thick enough the effectively recess the buttons to protect them from drops, plus it works with a tempered glass screen protector. AND...its only $10 shipped with Prime.

what is the point of cases that dont cover the top and bottom? my dad's s3 has one of those and it got destroyed on the bottom from a small drop

RTbar said:
what is the point of cases that dont cover the top and bottom? my dad's s3 has one of those and it got destroyed on the bottom from a small drop
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It would have to hit a very uneven surface...the corners are protected. You would have to drop in on gravel or a curb or something like a car door sill. If you drop in on tile or flat concrete it is impossible to hit the edge because of the gap created by the corners. I prefer minimal protection. My main concern is really protecting the corners back and front since those are what are going to hit 99% of the time. And the buttons...you can break the board connections (trust me I know, lol) if the phone lands on its buttons. I actually was thinking of going naked since the battery door can be replaced so easily and it is the entire back. Just a screen protector and a replaceable back. I have insurance. Also, I am a middle aged dad...I am not in the situations that you would drop a phone that often.
All that being said I will probably get another case at some point just because, lol.

I have the Body Glove phone case. Made of soft rubber for a nice all around grip. I purchased it at Walmart for $15. Link is for image of the case.
http://www.radioshack.com/product/i...gclid=CJD57O6KsrcCFRSN7AodYUMAAA&gclsrc=ds.ds

I had this case for my S3 and loved it......anyone know if there's a case just like this for the S4? I keep my phone in my pocket so I prefer the headphone jack and the charging port to be covered unless I'm using them.

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I also have the Ringke Rearth ultra slim case - which was not only the thinnest I've seen, but also very cheap!
I keep the Spigen Neo-Hybrid case on my phone though - I had an S3 get nicked up at the bottom where the ultra thin rearth case didn't cover. Outside of the neo-hybrid I think the rearth cases are my favorites - considering I bought one for my S4 immediately and had one for my S3 I'd feel confident suggesting it.
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Supposedly the neo-hybrid makes the headphone jack extremely small though...I LOVE the look of that case, but as a Beats user, I'm afraid :crying:

DBA Cases has a thin case that is avaliable in six different colors.
sent from my 32gb + 32gb S4

Paradisimo said:
I purchased both the Ringke Rearth Slim and the Spigen Neo Hybrid. While the Spigen looks nice it really does add a lot of width to the phone. The Ringke is easily the slimmest case that I have used for any phone. Not to mention it only cost $2. The matte black has also been great for adding grip. My only complaint is that the Ringke case is very difficult to remove.
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I have the Ringke. It is very thin. I don't feel like it would do anything to prevent the screen from cracking. It would prevent scratches to the back though.
I now have a Chinese knock off neo hybrid. Add with the genuine. .. Pretty thin on the back but it does make the phone wider. I do feel like this will help obsorb shock in a fall.

Best Samsung Galaxy S4 Case - Protective Cover +

Best Samsung Galaxy S4 Cover - Protective Cover - REAL REVIEW - 720p @60fps​In this review I did an unboxing, and explained why Samsung's Protective Cover is better than Spigen's Neo Hybrid Case. Before I got this case, I thought that Spigen's Neo Hybrid was best, but after less than 1 year of usage the side cover of Neo Hybrid broke up. There were also some other problems with the Neo Hybrid case which I showed in this REAL REVIEW.
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I used this case in my device but I like more the Otterbox cases in terms of durability, The Spigen is easier to put on and take of but the Otterbox are made for tougher life. I use my device to do sports and I must use a case that is hard enough and not too bold to fit in my pocket.

I like this cover a lot. It has many adventages. It fits perfectly meaning buttons corners. It has cutouts in perfect places and with right shape. The back is made of tpu harder plastic which makes it quite tesistant to drops and hits. Tje sides are made of silicone which makes it nice in touch. Only thing problematic is that the back could be more sticky to avoid sliding outta hand. The rear cutouts for camera and speaker have small raise ups to help avoid scratches on camera glass and provide the possibility to jear spealer when the phone is on its back on desk or something. The front has like 1mm stick out part ariund screen which saves hits on tje gorilla glass when you put it upside down. The cutout on back for camera has a wall of material between it and led flashlight to male it more stable and avoid bigger rocks or dirt to get to camera glass. It looks lile it

I purchased the Spigen Slim Armor View good case. but.. the sview door broke in two months

Im a big fan of the www.lowprocases.com samsung s4 case. Its slim and make my phone look bad ass. Easily get asked what phone I have. http://static1.squarespace.com/stat...e12/1425585170209/samsungs4b.jpg?format=1000w

I had this case for my old Note 2. Great case, but I don't think the TPU edges offer enough protection from drops. I rock the UAG or Speck Candyshell. Amazon has it the green one for $3.50.

Pknockle, no one cares about your sh!tty cases.

i bought one of those before but it was a very tight fit, and when I put on my wireless receiver, it made it really tight and the buttons did not align. I use a simple roocase bumper case and a UAG case now. Both work with the wireless receiver .

hi, I wanted the armor Spigen slim but given the feedback, too fragile

patcinom said:
hi, I wanted the armor Spigen slim but given the feedback, too fragile
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I have one and I haven't had any problems with it. I do notice some lines in the plastic forming near the bottom of the buttons where I can see it breaking eventually. That's only because I take it off to switch batteries a couple of times a week. The case gives the phone a very solid sturdy feel and the rubber absorbs impacts very well. I've dropped it a few times and you can hear that the impact was absorbed.

Otterbox Defender
I used Otterbox Defender for the past 2 years, got it after a week of using the flip case that i hated. Its very durable but its not with flaws, after 2 years (i have no complaints or regrets), the screen protector / plastic is too scratched i just pull it off (im using a tempered glass anyway so no problem.. The rubber jack covers and port covers gives way as well.. and recently the side rubber also rotted more and more but it looked like Rick Grimes in Walking Dead, old and seasoned... haha.. it survived heavy usage as i practically bring my phone everywhere lol and my S4 practically looked brand new because of my Otterbox.. i would really recommend Otterbox if you're looking for heavy duty cover and if you dont mind the bulky appearance.

I have this case too. Bought a Spigen thinking it'd be better but it just added unnecessary bulk and didn't feel as good.

nice case

I use Spigen cases

still prefer bumper cover.. this case makes the phone bulkier..

thanks:good:

I personally think the Speck candyshell grip is the best case for any phone out there. You can't beat it. Great aesthetics, amazing grip, very slim/light, and fits perfectly on the phone, and not to mention, a very tight fight for the phone, giving you a ton of confidence that the case won't come flying off if you drop it.
And shout out to the body glove tactic case for the s4. The only other case that comes close to the Speck grip case, and on certain days, prefer it over the candyshell. Never thought I'd find a case as good as the Speck grip case.
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I have a new candidate for best case for this phone. Body glove tactic. Less grip than the Speck, but still gives a good amount of grip, and what I love about this case is how slim it is when holding the phone. Feels almost as slim as a naked Galaxy s4 (not quite, but as close as you can get with the amount of protection you get with this case), and not as wide feeling like the spigen slim armor, or the Speck. The specks not even wide feeling, it's just that this case is so lean.
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Nice case to look at, and very protective, but too wide, and doesn't have any grip.
If you want an all around great case, go for the speck candyshell grip, or the body glove tactic. Me personally, I'm done using cases. I'm not gonna sell or trade my phone at this point, so really don't care anymore if it gets a few scratches here and there. I'm still using a screen protector though, because the screen is the most important thing on the phone. Besides, I'm really careful with my phone, and probably dropped maybe 2-3x in the entire 4 years if owning this phone.
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Seidio convert combo.

Looking for slim case

Hey guys I'm looking for a really slim case that isn't raised too much along the edges of the screen or cover too much of the sides of the device. A couple I'm looking at is the Obliq case, spigen capsule, spigen slim armor, or maybe the official Samsung protective case.
I have a tech 21 case now and it's ok but it's a bit bulky around the edges and kind of hides the shape of the phone.

I had the Tech21 case and currently have the Speigen Capsule and Samsung cases. The Tech21 was WAY too thick and bulky, and the buttons were hard to press. The Capsule is very thin, but has sharp edges IMO. I found it really uncomfortable to hold without it feeling like my hand may get cut (it never happened, but still hurt).
The Samsung case is awesome though. Fits beautifully and looks like it's a part of the phone. It protects really well too and hardly adds any thickness. I'd highly recommend it. It's worth the money 105%.

spexwood said:
The Samsung case is awesome though. Fits beautifully and looks like it's a part of the phone. It protects really well too and hardly adds any thickness. I'd highly recommend it. It's worth the money 105%.
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Is it thick enough that the camera isnt exposed, do you have a link to the one you are talking about ?

DaveLTE said:
Is it thick enough that the camera isnt exposed, do you have a link to the one you are talking about ?
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Yes, try Amazon.

Look up verus iron shield champagne gold galaxy note 4 review by real reviews on YouTube thy have a link in the description probably the best thin case for the note 4 in the link the have different colors also

Ringke Slim case is the slimmest one IMO by far at the expense of drop protection. The black one has a nice matte finish while the other colors are more glossy which I don't like.
It adds the least bulk and gives a bit of protection - I've dropped my phone onto hardwood floors a couple times from 3-4 feet. The case slightly deformed but the phone was perfect. However I expect any drop onto a hard surface like concrete will break the screen.

Like the previous post stated, the Ringke slim is super thin. The SF black has good grip.
I would go with the Samsung Protective cover though. a little thicker but you are drop protected and the case feels better in hand.
Ringke Slim 9.99
Samsung Protective Cover:
12.00 (Blue)
14.00 (Black)
15.00 (Red)

Thank you guys for the ideas. I really like how slim the ringke is but it makes me a little nervous. I think I'm torn between the Samsung protective case and the verus. Both look super nice although the Samsung appears to be a bit slimmer

I have a Verus Thor on mine, and I think it's pretty amazing for its slimness to protection ratio. Camera's protected, there's enough of a lip in front to protect the screen (I've got a tempered glass protector anyway), and if there's a con, it's that it fits so tight and snug that you don't want to take it off too often; I ended up buying a new dock just so I don't have to. Well, that, and it's not highly textured or rubbery, so it feels a little smoother in the hand than I see a lot of people liking. Fell out twice at work a few days ago--once onto concrete, once onto steel car wash railings--and it still looks pristine. I highly recommend it.

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Is it thick enough that the camera isnt exposed, do you have a link to the one you are talking about ?
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http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EF-PN910BLESTA
If by "thick enough that the camera isnt exposed," you mean that when you rest the phone on a table, the camera lens isnt resting directly on the flat surface, then yes. There is a lip around the camera lens that will keep it from touching any flat surface.

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Well after reading the comments from you guys I decided to pull the trigger on the blue Samsung protective cover. Seems like it offers good protection and a very slim form factor. I'll post some pics once it comes in the mail

That Samsung one looks nice. There is a great review on it from a guy named lawmanfj on youtube. I'll probably grab that one down the road. I just purchased the S-View case, and I really like it. It is a flip case, but it doesn't add much bulk. Seems like the drop protection might not be the best, but since it replaces your back battery cover, it's stay's slim. It does run about $26 through Amazon. I picked one up at Best Buy for a few bucks more, but got to try it out before purchasing.
You should post some pics when your case comes in, and give a review of it.

Does anyone know if there is a case like the Samsung Protective Cover, but replaces the battery door to make it slimmer? Basically i would like to find something with some protection around the edges, and a lip for the screen, but without adding to the thickness of the phone.