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To all new Captivate owners...

Buy a case!
I was showing off how well my phone took Asphalt 5 and as I was unlocking the phone and about to slide to my second page of apps to show my friends a video I recorded, the super-slim Captivate slid out of my hands and onto the ground! I'm not a short guy at all so it fell about five feet onto bare concrete on its corner, bounced, and fell again on its side before landing face down.
So now I have beautiful cracks running through the glass on my Captivate. The touch sensing layer seems to be undamaged as is the display (and the rest of the phone? there were no scratches or dents anywhere except the screen..) which STILL managed to stay fingerprint and scratch free. Just too bad it didn't handle a drop too well.
I realize this is an extreme scenario but if you find your self fumbling with your phone because it's so thin (the last phone I had was a HTC Tilt2) you should really consider buying a case!
Thankfully I had insurance from AT&T and I got it from Costco so I have a 90-day exchange policy. I think i'll take the latter since it's free.
The moral of the story is that the Gorilla glass on the Captivate CAN be broken, so get a case if you're not confident about being able to keep the Captivate from hitting the ground!
Keep your phone safe!
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I got one of those body glovea from the at&t store the day I got it. Never regretted it.
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Invisible Shield for me. Adds no bulk, gives it grip, military grade with lifetime warranty. Im lovin it.
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shinji257 said:
I got one of those body glovea from the at&t store the day I got it. Never regretted it.
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Be careful. I understand that the body glove cases can cause superficial scratches to the exterior of the phone too.

Got a $3 black silicone case from Amazon. I love it.
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Ebay has some that ship straight from Hong Kong that are molded perfectly for the phone and they throw in a screen protector also. I have a black silicon one but they sell all colors and it's a nice case. I may get one more for a spare but I think one will last pretty long. It even covers the side buttons but is molded to have them stand out from the case.

I second the recommendation for the Body Glove case. Bought mine online for $18. It's grippy, doesn't become sticky, keeps it shape, and allows me to easily remove it to change the battery when needed. After getting this case, I learned the Galaxy S face is made of Gorilla Glass. Upon seeing the wacky Korean video showing the level of abuse it can take, I pulled off the BodyGuardz film.

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Upon seeing the wacky Korean video showing the level of abuse it can take, I pulled off the BodyGuardz film.
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That made me want to cry

shinji257 said:
I got one of those body glovea from the at&t store the day I got it. Never regretted it.
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Bought one of these too, like the second day I had it. Also bought some screen protectors.
As far as the BG case causing scratches, There are some minor spots on the darker gray parts (like the one you slide to open the back) where it looks like the case has rubbed a bit onto it. Not that big of a deal for me. I'd rather have some minor scuffs on a part of the phone AI never see than some scratches/cracks on parts I always do.

I don't normally use cases as I bought the phone partly because it is slim and slides into the pocket without a lumpy feel. I carry keys a penknife and coins in my pockets as well so I cannot worry about body scratches. My phones are not "pretty" after a year. LOL But this guy is slippery and i have already dropped it a couple times with no ill effect. So I have decided to skin only the battery cover for a better grip.
I do use good screen protectors though (and a small over over the camera lens) to prevent scratches there.

keeng james said:
Invisible Shield for me. Adds no bulk, gives it grip, military grade with lifetime warranty. Im lovin it.
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I tried the Invisible Shield and BSE on mine, AT&T's screen protector on my wife's. Comparing both side by side mine had a yellow tint and looked ugly when looking at the same things on both screens. Distored somewhat by the orange peel look. I kept the body skin and put the AT&T screen protector on mine along with the body glove. Body glove fits great. Plus I found my finger sliding easier for swipe with the screen protector and not BSE or IS. Messed me up plenty.

I got one of those cases thats like the material between hard plastic and the soft silicone. I think its called a TPU skin case. Its awesome stuff. Got an all black one off ebay for $7 total and people cant even tell i have a case on the phone.
I know its good for drops too cause my friend dropped his htc incredible onto the ground with one of these cases on, the phone bounced a few times ended up on the screen, basically same thing that happened as OP, and it did NOTHING to the phone. He had a cheap $1 ebay screen protector on too. His phone is perfectly fine not even a scratch.
Highly recommend these cases over hard cases and silicone.

Good thing you have the insurance policy..other wise it would have been a expensive lesson for you. I didn't like any of the cases AT&T had when we got ours..so at my youngest sons urgings we headed over to Best Buy to find him (and us) a case. He had the Seido case for his i-pod and that thing is as rugged as a Timex watch. His Ipod was in good shape..but that case looks like it went through hell and back.He got one for his new 1-4 phone and the wife and myself got the one for the Captivate..I love how it protects but without all the bulk. It's not as well protected as in an Otter Box defender I had on my Hero..but I plan on being much more careful with this phone..
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I had an AWFUL experience just the other day. I was walking to the kitchen with a glass of water and my phone in my hand and somehow I dropped the glass of water. I thought it was my phone so I went to fumble for it, just making a bigger mess and my phone got drenched. Bounced a couple times on the floor landed screen side up. I grabbed it so fast and stuck it in my shirt to dry, ripped the battery door off and dried it as fast as I could to make sure the litmus paper inside and battery didn't get wet. I'm definitely getting a good case now, and maybe I'll just vacuum seal my phone too for extra protection

I had an AWFUL experience just the other day.
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That's SOOOO funny, because it sounds exactly like something I would do.

I was so used to putting my old phone in my flannel pocket.. with this phone if I do that it'll squirt out faster than a greased pig.
Def need to get a case for this thing.

I got a Zagg screen protector at bestbuy and they put it on using a squeegie. You can barely tell it's there
For a case (at least for the first few months) I got a slide on hard shell. It has a cell phone holster which I got rid of and then it's not that much more bulky. It seems much more sturdy with it. I did the same thing with my iPhone 3g. It didn't add a ton of extra bulk and in the case of my iPhone it made it last until I was ready for my upgrade (to this sweet machine).
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Platinu...121&skuId=1222771&st=captivate case&cp=1&lp=2
I recommend a hard shell

Gorilla glass is scratch resistant, not crack resistant, there's big difference you know...

shishir95 said:
Buy a case!
I was showing off how well my phone took Asphalt 5 and as I was unlocking the phone and about to slide to my second page of apps to show my friends a video I recorded, the super-slim Captivate slid out of my hands and onto the ground! I'm not a short guy at all so it fell about five feet onto bare concrete on its corner, bounced, and fell again on its side before landing face down.
So now I have beautiful cracks running through the glass on my Captivate...
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Guess this phone doesn't take asphalt too well after all. In all seriousness though, I dropped mine face down from shoulder height (I'm over 6' ) onto a sidewalk about 2 weeks after I got it (don't drink and text), and with the body glove case and the at&t screen protectors it turned out none the worse for wear (the screen protector was trashed though, grit embedded in it). I haven't noticed any scratching of my phone from the case, either. Highly recommend it.
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iamjester said:
Guess this phone doesn't take asphalt too well after all. In all seriousness though, I dropped mine face down from shoulder height (I'm over 6' ) onto a sidewalk about 2 weeks after I got it (don't drink and text), and with the body glove case and the at&t screen protectors it turned out none the worse for wear (the screen protector was trashed though, grit embedded in it). I haven't noticed any scratching of my phone from the case, either. Highly recommend it.
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Run-on sentences ftw!
But I had the same thing happen on my iTouch. Dropped it in the street (with a case!) and the only damage was to the screen protector. Which I promptly took off and replaced when I got home.

Negative Review Thread for Seidio Obex

I have had my obex for less than 24 hours. Since all of the other reviews tend to be stunning and almost all positive. I figured this would be a good one stop shop for everyone looking for the negatives the only premium water proof case on the market.
The experience has been fairly disappointing.
First, I understand the point of a case as being protection and to absorb damage that would normally go to your phone but the way it was finished was poorly done.
The problems I have faced
1) The speaker does have a buzz or some sort of resonance to it making it not as crisp and not as strong for higher pitched sounds. It has a grill in the back and because of it, there is probably sound wave issues with nodes created. but the speaker is on one side then there is the grill. So for simplicity, speaker is x and the grill is | .
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So the sound waves are distorted as they come out and leads to this resonance issue/ wave dynamics.
2) Back: 1 day with keys in pocket, entire back plate is scuffed up.
3) Front: 1 day with keys in pocket, crease and abrasion on the phone. Scratches I expect, but a clear abrasion + crease? The plastic portion of the front is also all scuffed up.
One could argue issues 2 and 3 are purely cosmetic but I feel the following:
The scuffs are indicative of possible issues with plastic wear over time especially with the ends that snap in. The crease and 2 abrasions (not simple scratches - more like little buffs of scratches all bundled together) on the screen protector - well I find that close to unacceptable. I've had multiple screen protectors, built in, cheap plastic ones, and invisi-shield, but never had an actual abrasion and crease.
I've had the otterbox defender for over a month and have none of these issues. I'm tempted to go back to the defender, but I feel if I repeatedly go between cases, wear and tear would render the seidio useless in regards to keeping the waterproof seal.
The sound issue is relatively bad as well. I will see if I can post the sound.
I know it's waterproof because I've done the test. However, just the amount of wear and tear it got in 1 day makes me wonder about it seals. I can see why they don't offer a warranty like lifeproof yet cost exactly the same at a retail level.
Longevity, if I get 2 abrasions a day with this case, it will render the screen very annoying in a matter of a few weeks.
2/5
(originally I had 2.5/5, but I do find it extremely subpar for the cost. My wife has a lifeproof - for over 3 months and has none of these issues that I mentioned above. Her phone is free floating is a giant purse with all kinds of CRAP.)

Phatdawg said:
I have had my obex for less than 24 hours. Since all of the other reviews tend to be stunning and almost all positive. I figured this would be a good one stop shop for everyone looking for the negatives the only premium water proof case on the market.
The experience has been fairly disappointing.
First, I understand the point of a case as being protection and to absorb damage that would normally go to your phone but the way it was finished was poorly done.
The problems I have faced
1) The speaker does have a buzz or some sort of resonance to it making it not as crisp and not as strong for higher pitched sounds. It has a grill in the back and because of it, there is probably sound wave issues with nodes created. but the speaker is on one side then there is the grill. So for simplicity, speaker is x and the grill is | .
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So the sound waves are distorted as they come out and leads to this resonance issue/ wave dynamics.
2) Back: 1 day with keys in pocket, entire back plate is scuffed up.
3) Front: 1 day with keys in pocket, crease and abrasion on the phone. Scratches I expect, but a clear abrasion + crease? The plastic portion of the front is also all scuffed up.
One could argue issues 2 and 3 are purely cosmetic but I feel the following:
The scuffs are indicative of possible issues with plastic wear over time especially with the ends that snap in. The crease and 2 abrasions (not simple scratches - more like little buffs of scratches all bundled together) on the screen protector - well I find that close to unacceptable. I've had multiple screen protectors, built in, cheap plastic ones, and invisi-shield, but never had an actual abrasion and crease.
I've had the otterbox defender for over a month and have none of these issues. I'm tempted to go back to the defender, but I feel if I repeatedly go between cases, wear and tear would render the seidio useless in regards to keeping the waterproof seal.
The sound issue is relatively bad as well. I will see if I can post the sound.
I know it's waterproof because I've done the test. However, just the amount of wear and tear it got in 1 day makes me wonder about it seals. I can see why they don't offer a warranty like lifeproof yet cost exactly the same at a retail level.
Longevity, if I get 2 abrasions a day with this case, it will render the screen very annoying in a matter of a few weeks.
2/5
(originally I had 2.5/5, but I do find it extremely subpar for the cost. My wife has a lifeproof - for over 3 months and has none of these issues that I mentioned above. Her phone is free floating is a giant purse with all kinds of CRAP.)
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I apologize about your experience, but we would like to help you troubleshoot or get a replacement.
For the sound, we recommend you turn off the noise cancellation and re-install the case. For the abrasions and creases, this is very unusual and we would appreciate it if you could take a few pictures and send them to us. You can message them to us here or send us an e-mail to [email protected]
We want you to be satisfied with your purchase, so feel free to e-mail or call us so we can help you out.

My issues with cases like this is they are way too expensive. I got the phone totally for free through at&t and last thing I want to do is spend over $50 on a case. If this case was a more reasonable $25 or around there I would go for it.

seidioseidio said:
I apologize about your experience, but we would like to help you troubleshoot or get a replacement.
For the sound, we recommend you turn off the noise cancellation and re-install the case. For the abrasions and creases, this is very unusual and we would appreciate it if you could take a few pictures and send them to us. You can message them to us here or send us an e-mail to [email protected]
We want you to be satisfied with your purchase, so feel free to e-mail or call us so we can help you out.
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I'll try to get some pictures sent to you. The abrasions and crease is hard to get in focus. The scratches and buff as well, but I will try later after work.
I'll also turned off noise cancellation, but still have this muffled buzzing effect on high pitched sounds.
Thanks for the great customer service.
On a side note, I've enjoyed your extended batteries in the past on previous models of phones I've owned.

Phatdawg said:
I'll try to get some pictures sent to you. The abrasions and crease is hard to get in focus. The scratches and buff as well, but I will try later after work.
I'll also turned off noise cancellation, but still have this muffled buzzing effect on high pitched sounds.
Thanks for the great customer service.
On a side note, I've enjoyed your extended batteries in the past on previous models of phones I've owned.
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Thank you very much. We can also replace the case, so feel free to DM me your order number and I can help with that.

I would like to see pictures of the issues that you have with this case. I have read other reviews and it doesnt seem that anyone else has had much of a problem with the case other than a few minor things. I want to get this case but the way you describe it, it doesnt seem to be that good.

zackman2091 said:
I would like to see pictures of the issues that you have with this case. I have read other reviews and it doesnt seem that anyone else has had much of a problem with the case other than a few minor things. I want to get this case but the way you describe it, it doesnt seem to be that good.
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It's very hard for me to get the phone to focus on the creases. There are 3 creases, one 3-4mm, one about 5-6mm, and one associated with a abrasion (many little scratches). I can get the abrasion to show, but I can't get the creases to show up well on photos.
Here are some pictures. 1st is abrasion, best picture I could get. This is external and can be felt while running your fingertip over the protector. There is also a crease going through it about 1 cm long, can't see it.
Second Picture is of the scuffs from 1 day in pants with keys. That's just one angle to catch the scuffs. There are ALOT more. And there are some on the front plastic areas around the screen.
I know that a case is supposed to defend this type of damage, but I didn't expect the case to GET this type of damage after just 1 day of pocket with keys. I also expect general wear and tear over time. A drop or two on gravel, I would expect scuffs, maybe an abrasion on the screen. But not with keys shifting around in my pants. I think the damage is probably from just the process of sitting down and standing up with keys and shift of the pressure of various parts of the keys.
I have yet to drop this case / phone.
It is however waterproof.
Customer service has asked me to email them the pictures, but they are on here as well. So I hope they can see them and see what I'm talking about.
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I think my case is lost in shipping
i ordered the obex case by usps and the seidio website stated it was shipped out on the 23rd last friday. The tracking # gives me nothing on the usps website. I called seidio yesterday and they said when they looked up tracking they showed that it was in orlando fl on monday the 26th which is only a 2.5hr drive from my address in ellenton fl. My case has still not come in. I know it does not take 5 days ground to get from orlando to my address which will be 5 days tommorrow if it shows up. I really believe my case has been lost in transit.

Camboteav said:
I think my case is lost in shipping
i ordered the obex case by usps and the seidio website stated it was shipped out on the 23rd last friday. The tracking # gives me nothing on the usps website. I called seidio yesterday and they said when they looked up tracking they showed that it was in orlando fl on monday the 26th which is only a 2.5hr drive from my address in ellenton fl. My case has still not come in. I know it does not take 5 days ground to get from orlando to my address which will be 5 days tommorrow if it shows up. I really believe my case has been lost in transit.
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I had the same problem.
USPS took 8 days to get to me.
Normally anything takes at most 4 days.
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Phatdawg said:
I had the same problem.
USPS took 8 days to get to me.
Normally anything takes at most 4 days.
Here's more pictures:
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Wow. That's not handled very well. Did they use the package as a soccer ball or something trying to test the integrity of the case?
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The way I see it I have a shock dust and water proof case, I could care less about the scuffs on the back, I have had one indention on the front I think from me messing with it, the voice quality I haven't had any problems from callers, but on my end it does sound like it's in a tunnel, but I use a bluetooth now so don't really care.
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I can see how the plastic will scratch easy, I have a couple very minor scratches and I take care of it. I think the screen protector is pretty good. It is raised from the screen so I can see how it would crease easier than one that sits flush but I dont put my case around sharp objects. I take care of my stuff that I pay a lot of money for.. I don't think the sound is that bad for being a sealed case. Im sure as time goes they will improve the sound issues on future cases and from my understanding this case has the best sound out of any other waterproof cases for any phone. (Not a fact but from what I have heard and reading reviews) It does sound a little wierd sometimes, if you turn down the volume a bit it sounds really good. Overall im happy with it so far but I do see how the case scratches easy to be a problem. They should have made it out of something else or have some kind of protective coating.
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I can see how the plastic will scratch easy, I have a couple very minor scratches and I take care of it. I think the screen protector is pretty good. It is raised from the screen so I can see how it would crease easier than one that sits flush but I dont put my case around sharp objects. I take care of my stuff that I pay a lot of money for.. I don't think the sound is that bad for being a sealed case. Im sure as time goes they will improve the sound issues on future cases and from my understanding this case has the best sound out of any other waterproof cases for any phone. (Not a fact but from what I have heard and reading reviews) It does sound a little wierd sometimes, if you turn down the volume a bit it sounds really good. Overall im happy with it so far but I do see how the case scratches easy to be a problem. They should have made it out of something else or have some kind of protective coating.
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Yeah, but the point of having a case is that it's generally durable especially something that going to be IP-68 and MIL-F/G grade right? For 80 dollars I expect scratch resistant and durable case in addition to waterproofing.
If the plastic scratches easily, that is the same plastic that the waterproofing end seals snap onto, that means routine wear and tear can be significant. Hence, there is no 1 year warranty on your DEVICE like the lifeproof (if it makes a version) because I'm quite certain in their wear and tear tests it probably doesn't stay as waterproof after a few hundred times of opening and closing the charging side of the case.
Secondly, my keys aren't "sharp" but I think anything including a style that has an edge - octagonal shaped - can create a crease in the screen protector. The screen protector also got an abrasion. A few scratches here and there. Again, I've never had this creasing or abrasion problem with some of my cheapest screen protectors.
Again this is from _ONE_ day with keys in my pocket.
Since then I have kept the case alone or with my wallet, and it's not had any significant issues.
I don't know about you, but an 80 dollar case should be a bit more resilient than what has happened to me. It shouldn't be worse than some of my cheapest screen protectors. I should be able to toss it into a pocket and not worry about it being with keys.
And the sound thing, it's not a deal killer obviously, but it's still rather annoying to hear your high pitched sounds with an odd muffled vibration.
But it is waterproof and Seidio has great customer service.

I like my Obex case. Yes, the black plastic on the back gets shiny if it's scraped, but I think that's honestly normal...? I mean, it's a slightly rough surface, and when you compress it a little bit, it gets shiny. I don't think it will affect how waterproof the case is at all - that is mostly handled by the red rubber seal, right? My tiny complaint is that the bottom door that the USB port is behind is so hard to open that I have to use my teeth so I have little dings on that door from that.

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I like my Obex case. Yes, the black plastic on the back gets shiny if it's scraped, but I think that's honestly normal...? I mean, it's a slightly rough surface, and when you compress it a little bit, it gets shiny. I don't think it will affect how waterproof the case is at all - that is mostly handled by the red rubber seal, right? My tiny complaint is that the bottom door that the USB port is behind is so hard to open that I have to use my teeth so I have little dings on that door from that.
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It reflects the plastic body. The weak points will end up being the bottom and top door. Each time you open and close it, you will cause wear and tear at a microscopic level. Eventually the seal can be affected.
Yes, it is true what I'm saying about the wear and tear is pure speculation. However if the plastic can easily be scratched/worn down, what will hundreds of openings and closings of the bottom door do as you charge your phone every day over the course of a year?
Those of you who game know that this happens to mouse buttons all the time. The plastic eventually gets worn down on some models and it becomes difficult to click correctly. The little tab under the plastic piece wears down where it engages the sensor.

My case has not come in today.
I have filled out a lost shipment claim form. I'm very upset at this point.
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Dude you are NEVER supposed to have keys in the same pocket as your phones. UNLESS getting it scratched is not an issue.
That's just like saying you don't want to get wet but you jump into a pool.
My OBEX is doing well so far after a week of use.

your complaining about scratches on your case... just imagine what your phone would look like without it... I mean, isn't that what you bought it for? to protect it.

Otterbox Defender Case for the 10.5

Hi guys I just want to share my experience with this case, first of all it's brilliant. Surprisingly light and no where near bulky, the weight doesn't seem to bother me as if it feels like a normal tablet even when I carry it around because this tablet is light, so is the case. Unfortunately I don't have a video to demonstrate it but I plan on doing so in the future till I get a camcorder. For $90 on Amazon this case is a must if you bring your tablet out with you because I do, I have the LTE version and this case is compatible with both 800 and the 805. I feel that this tablet is so light naked and even if you get other cases and if it falls, the protection is just sub par and that will still risk it's safety. I recommend this case to secure your investment on such a great device. The feel is really good and smooth, the back feels great and grippy, not slippery at all. I love the shield stand that helps protect the tablet too and acts as a stand with 4 different angles to position it from. For the record it's so easy to install the case, just follow the guide, it's just light and not tedious at all to put it on and removing it. The only issue I have with this case is that on the upper left corner on the tab on landscape orientation it's creeky, I'm not sure if it's just this unit case or if I didn't install it right but I have removed it for more than 3 times then put it back in to secure it. And over time if you're laying down and holding the tablet, the sides can wear you off ofcourse but not in a major way but that's it. The power button and the volume rocker have a incredible feel and response, actually better than the device naked itself, the ports aren't a drag, charging while using it isn't a issue, the flaps can be a challenge at first to get used to but once you get a hang of sticking in the charging port then you're good to go. I haven't dropped my tablet yet ever, I hope I won't so I can't tell you how effective this is but hey it's a otterbox defender case, it should be the best out there for defense. I had a clear screen protector prior to getting this case, knowing this has a built in screen protector, I didn't remove my original one and tried it on and I didn't like the response, it felt delayed a bit and wasn't that comfortable so I removed it and it's perfect. Overall I love this case, totally worth it and is the only viable case for me, if you bring your tablet out and use it, I suggest you go for this, and also it looks fantastic. People won't recognize this as a tablet or what cause of the case, unless they know this case. A thin premium tablet deserves this case and needs it, I feel like if I drop this naked or with a case with mediocre protection this tablet will break due to its thin form factor. Unfortunately I don't have any picture of the case on my device because I have no phone or camera so I only have pictures of the case itself alone. I haven't seen anyone talk about this case nor post any video regarding it so I hope this helps anyone out there that wants to decide on getting a case and gain some insight. If you have any more questions please feel free to ask and share your experience if you too have this case. I have forgot to mention that also this isn't waterproof, but dust resistant and the case protects itself from scratches but haven't tested scratching at all as I don't want to
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Ive had a griffin survivor case on my Ipad mini 2 and accidently dropped from the top of my locker because something got stuck and it fell all the way down to the floor. Glad there is a otterbox case for the tab s. Watching movies on this hurts my hands as the edges are really thing. Had my tab s in july and only dropped it on my blanket on the floor. But defender cases are a must need for me but I only use this tablet at home or when going to a friends house.

looks good mate, just a quick question can you still attach the Bluetooth keyboard with it?
and where did you buy it?

I'm not sure but most likely you can't attach one, you're gonna have to remove the case but it also depends. Since it's a Bluetooth keyboard correct me if I'm wrong, the Bluetooth range alone should suffice unless the keyboard needs to attach itself to the tablet. It was a gift from my girlfriend, she bought it from Amazon online.
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Has anyone tried removing the Otterbox screen protector and using a screen protector applied directly to the tablet such as iSmooth or amFilm? I did that with my S4 and like it much better.

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Has anyone tried removing the Otterbox screen protector and using a screen protector applied directly to the tablet such as iSmooth or amFilm? I did that with my S4 and like it much better.
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Since Samsung has sensitive touch(where you can increase touch sensitivity) the otter box protector should be fine with a bit more protection.
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@jimchagaers I took mine off soon as I bought it. Lol!

I wouldn't recommend removing the built in screen protector and what I've heard with others that have done so, it kinda dented the surface of the screen to the case which isn't good and honestly for me it's so much better with it. I don't feel any difficulty using, it's actually better with the built in screen protector. It doesn't feel less sensitive as I've removed mine several times with it so I know.
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Glad I found this thread. It was mention in an earlier post about denting the screen. I'm not certain the built in screen protector is what dented someones screen but I do believe the kick-stand inside the top cover could easily ruin the screen if it ever got pressed inward. I hadn't planned on doing this until this was mention but I decided to remove the kick-stand. It pulls out easily. I then used a dremel to file down all the remaining clips. Using the cover as a kick-stand is a great idea but not at the expense of the screen. Especially when the cover is superpose to protect the tablet and does the opposite. In the past I had a laptop screen marred by the keyboard when the two were pressed together. I now keep a pad between them when traveling.
I went to Amazon and read through some of the negative comments about this Otterbox. It was mention more than once that the built-in screen protector had some type of oily substance that ruined folks amoled screen. I noticed this oily look when the screen was off. Couldn't see it while working on the tablet so didn't think much about it until I read the reviews. They called it a "rainbow effect."
I removed the built-in screen protector and used amFilm Screen Protector I found on Amazon. Totally invisible if applied correctly and a nice feel. I have used iSmooth in the past on my S4 that I really like but they did not have it for the Tab S.
Not glamorous but more practical.

JimChagares said:
Glad I found this thread. It was mention in an earlier post about denting the screen. I'm not certain the built in screen protector is what dented someones screen but I do believe the kick-stand inside the top cover could easily ruin the screen if it ever got pressed inward. I hadn't planned on doing this until this was mention but I decided to remove the kick-stand. It pulls out easily. I then used a dremel to file down all the remaining clips. Using the cover as a kick-stand is a great idea but not at the expense of the screen. Especially when the cover is superpose to protect the tablet and does the opposite. In the past I had a laptop screen marred by the keyboard when the two were pressed together. I now keep a pad between them when traveling.
I went to Amazon and read through some of the negative comments about this Otterbox. It was mention more than once that the built-in screen protector had some type of oily substance that ruined folks amoled screen. I noticed this oily look when the screen was off. Couldn't see it while working on the tablet so didn't think much about it until I read the reviews. They called it a "rainbow effect."
I removed the built-in screen protector and used amFilm Screen Protector I found on Amazon. Totally invisible if applied correctly and a nice feel. I have used iSmooth in the past on my S4 that I really like but they did not have it for the Tab S.
Not glamorous but more practical.
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That's a interesting finding, I haven't noticed anything wrong with my case and my tablet at all, I have removed it many times and put it back on. I don't know how the kickstand can dent your tablet if pressed inwards because first of all its a hard Shell so it wouldn't really dent unless something really heavy bumps into it. As for the built in screen protector, I haven't noticed an oily look when the screen is off, it could be just the screen protector but it doesn't affect the tablets amoled screen literally when you remove the case. I like the built in screen protector and it feels good on the tablet.
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Also put one of these on my Tab S.
Also ripped out that crappy built-in screen protector -- the Newton ring look was completely ruining the display. Put a decent screen protector back on it and it's fine.
So far so good...

biogon said:
Also put one of these on my Tab S.
Also ripped out that crappy built-in screen protector -- the Newton ring look was completely ruining the display. Put a decent screen protector back on it and it's fine.
So far so good...
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When you ripped out the built-in screen protector how did you get rid of the sticky glue that holds it in. I got the case but my tab is in the mail and I want to get this ready to go.
Thanks

Never mind, I got a product called GooBeGone and it worked great. Now is USPS would just deliver the tab.

Doh. Sorry I was out of the country and couldn't get internet access.
As for me... when I pulled off the built-in screen protector, the glue got left behind, like you said.
But I was able to just scrape up a corner of the glue and rip it all off in one long strip. Goo Gone would have worked well too as you suggest.
How do you like your new tab, if it's arrived yet? I found TouchWiz to be absolutely horrible and despite my preference to not trip Knox, I ended up with CM11 and it is like night and day. A completely different device.

Dou's this otterbox block or interfere with the ir blaster in anyway?

No it doesn't block the IR blaster since there's a cut out for it, it's all functional and good, accessible ports and all and is much better compared to other cases.
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49.99 on Amazon

It doesn't block IR blaster at all. However, it blocks the microsd slot completely, which is not a big deal for me. Another issue I had with this case is that you wouldn't be able to use a OTG cable at all. The thickness on the charging port wouldn't allow you to plug OTG cable onto it. Luckily, I am only using this case heavy duty protection such as traveling.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OWWMSC0/ref=twister_B00LGZ87CQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I'm personally not a fan of an all rubber outside. So I found this and it works great. Like with the otterbox, I would suggest removing the built in screen as it has a terrible oil slick thing going on. Plus I love white, which the otterbox doesn't offer or didn't at the time I ordered this. Oh and its a third of the cost.

Review of the Roocase Glacier Tough Case for the Galaxy Tab S 10.5

I received this case as part of their evaluation program. Here's what I think of it.
Packaging: I liked the packaging. You could see the case well and the back of it had the usage instructions so I would be able to see what I was getting. I liked that it was easy to open (not a clam shell) and resulted in a minimum amount of trash.
Initial impression: I like the color. The texture of the case felt nice and it looks and feels sturdy.
Installation: Installation was simple. It did not require excessive force to snap on like some cases. It fits the tablet well with all the cut outs lined up and well sized. I noticed there is no cut out for the SD card slot. It does not bother me since I never remove my SD, but it might bother someone who does.
Protection: From the look of it I would say it provides good protection. I like that the sides are protected unlike the Samsung cover I was using. I do have a damaged corner due to a drop while using the Samsung cover. I would be confident this cover would have prevented that. The only thing that concerns me is that the front cover does not hold closed very well. If you hold the tablet with the front cover facing down it very easily comes open. I would be worried it would pop open on a fall and leave the screen unprotected.
Usage: The open positions are easy to use and the tablet stays securely propped. My only question is why have position 2 and 3 hold the tablet at identical angles? (position numbers are the order they are listed on the back cover) I would like it if one of the positions held it at more of a 45 degree angle. The Samsung case has a position like that and it is very convenient for usage on the lap.
Removal: This case is very hard to remove. In fact I popped out the glass of the tabled from the frame a few times while I was trying to get this case off. I finally got it off by starting in the corner near the headphone jack port.
Other: The cover leaves a somewhat distracting hexagon pattern on the screen, but it is easily wiped off. The back cover is a bit slick. If set on a slanted surface the tablet slides off. I have to remember to put it face down. I am also seeing finger/hand prints easily on the back.
Overall this is a very nice case with just a few areas that could be improved. For the price it is a great choice.
Here's a link to it on Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/roocase-Samsung-Galaxy-10-5-Case/dp/B00L2N5IQK/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1435684467&sr=8-7&keywords=roocase+origami+tab+s+10.5

Nice review. I think mine is also on the way, so I'll post up some pictures as well once it arrives.

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I received this case as part of their evaluation program. Here's what I think of it.
Packaging: I liked the packaging. You could see the case well and the back of it had the usage instructions so I would be able to see what I was getting. I liked that it was easy to open (not a clam shell) and resulted in a minimum amount of trash.
Initial impression: I like the color. The texture of the case felt nice and it looks and feels sturdy.
Installation: Installation was simple. It did not require excessive force to snap on like some cases. It fits the tablet well with all the cut outs lined up and well sized. I noticed there is no cut out for the SD card slot. It does not bother me since I never remove my SD, but it might bother someone who does.
Protection: From the look of it I would say it provides good protection. I like that the sides are protected unlike the Samsung cover I was using. I do have a damaged corner due to a drop while using the Samsung cover. I would be confident this cover would have prevented that. The only thing that concerns me is that the front cover does not hold closed very well. If you hold the tablet with the front cover facing down it very easily comes open. I would be worried it would pop open on a fall and leave the screen unprotected.
Usage: The open positions are easy to use and the tablet stays securely propped. My only question is why have position 2 and 3 hold the tablet at identical angles? (position numbers are the order they are listed on the back cover) I would like it if one of the positions held it at more of a 45 degree angle. The Samsung case has a position like that and it is very convenient for usage on the lap.
Removal: This case is very hard to remove. In fact I popped out the glass of the tabled from the frame a few times while I was trying to get this case off. I finally got it off by starting in the corner near the headphone jack port.
Other: The cover leaves a somewhat distracting hexagon pattern on the screen, but it is easily wiped off. The back cover is a bit slick. If set on a slanted surface the tablet slides off. I have to remember to put it face down. I am also seeing finger/hand prints easily on the back.
Overall this is a very nice case with just a few areas that could be improved. For the price it is a great choice.
Here's a link to it on Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/roocase-Samsung-Galaxy-10-5-Case/dp/B00L2N5IQK/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1435684467&sr=8-7&keywords=roocase+origami+tab+s+10.5
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Hi nicholb,
Thank you for your review and feedback. After reading through, we noticed you mentioned that there are finger/hand prints that are showing on the back of the case. Were these easily removed, or a bit more troublesome to get off?
Please let us know, so we can look into this.

The fingerprints on the back do easily wipe off with a cloth.

I've got one of these Roocases last year and yes they're very rugged however the trade off is the weight of the case which is 288 grams.
I've been using my tab in doors at home but I'm now going to be more mobile so I'm going to have to look at another case that's lighter yeah I know it'll be more at risk but it's just too heavy when holding for long periods.
I might try this one as it's 200g lighter:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/SAMAR®-Supr...r=8-7&keywords=samsung+galaxy+tab+s+10.5+case

So here is my review after using this product for a couple weeks.
First Impression
The case came packaged nicely with an easy to open plastic cover. Being able to see the majority of the case itself rather than just a box is a plus in my eyes.
Design
I love the design of this case and the origami concept for the top cover. The only issue I really have is the top cover seems a bit too light and flexible. The OEM case has a consistently sturdy feeling across all of it's pieces. This cover also overhangs the edges just a bit when closed.
Protection
I have dropped my tablet both intentionally and unintentionally with this case on and it survived without even a scratch. The body of the case is very sturdy and solid with a nice feel to it. The OEM case sucked at being protective and often times the tablet would fly out of it. The mounting tabs for the OEM solution seem to get looser each time I remove and reattach the case, so that left a lot to be desired. This case however is an extremely solid fit. The OP stated he had an issue with it being tough to remove (to the point of almost damaging the tablet), but I didn't have that issue. It was in there pretty tight but removal wasn't difficult.
Usage
I've been using this case for at least 2 weeks so far and it has not disappointed me as yet. The viewing angles work for my uses and the sturdy nature of the case instilled confidence when using it in the garage.
Final Thoughts
I love the color combination I received and the feel/ texture of this case. The top could be a little stiffer so it wouldn't feel like it's just flopping around, but that's just my nitpicking. If I had to pay for this case I definitely would, as it serves my purposes very well.
Here is the link to the case I received. Photos will be uploaded later.
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I can see why the cover seems flimsy, so it can fold to hold the tablet in the different positions. Maybe in a update the company can make the cover a little thicker. To the OP & munnarg, you did not say whether or not if the cover had a magnet to turn off the screen when closed. I have been looking at this case for a replacement for my Samsung half(?) cover that came with the tablet.

Yeah it does turn the screen off when the lid gets about halfway closed.
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I can see why the cover seems flimsy, so it can fold to hold the tablet in the different positions. Maybe in a update the company can make the cover a little thicker. To the OP & munnarg, you did not say whether or not if the cover had a magnet to turn off the screen when closed. I have been looking at this case for a replacement for my Samsung half(?) cover that came with the tablet.
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Thanks for the reviews everyone, we really appreciate it!
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Just a follow up now that I have been using the case a month. I have decided not to go back to the Samsung cover for two main reasons. First this case provides much better protection. I had one drop from waist high with the Samsung case and cracked the corner of the tablet's frame. This case encloses the edges and provides better protection. Second I like the looks and color of this case better.
My only minor quibbles with the case are that I wish it had a ~45 degree angle. Where I use the tablet that angle works well for me. I also would like for the back to be a little less slick. I have to be careful to set the tablet face down on slanted surfaces or it slides off. You would not think that would come up often, but two of the places I routinely set my tablet happen to be slanted.
Overall a good case and I'll probably use it for the life of the tablet.

Received mine few days ago, love it but it's so damn hard to remove, popped the glass off the frame like nicholb explained, learnt the hard way to remove it. It also blocks the sdcard port, I have no idea why so the first thing I did after removing it was snipped it off with a pair of pliers and then smooth it down with a knife, the port now available, still a bit tough to access the card inside cuz the case edge is thick, but it is better than before =]

I had my first minor drop last night with the case on. I had the tablet on the arm of the couch open with the case in position 3 (the one where the cover is pinched together). When I sat down I bumped the tablet and it fell to the ground landing screen down with the cover open. After steeling myself to look at it fearing the worst, I found no damage. The case did its job and protected the tablet.

[Review] Rhinoshield Crash Guard and Screen Protector

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[size=+1]Introduction[/size]
Today I'll be reviewing the Rhinoshield Crash Guard bumper case and the Rhinoshield Screen Protector. I've never used a Rhinoshield product before now but I've always heard positive things about their range. I've been using these products for two weeks. I've been supplied these products for free in return for my review.
[size=+1]Crash Guard[/size]
The packaging for this product is quite good, it features bold colours and a quality card box, it looks and feels very nice. There's a slim vertical window on the box that reveals one edge of the case inside.
This case is a smooth TPU-like rubber that wraps only around the edges of the phone (open front and open back). It's a bit more slippery in the hand than I'd like but not so much that I'm dropping the phone. The case is raised up on both the front and the back, meaning that when you place it on a surface (either face up or face down) only the case is touching that surface, the actual phone doesn't make contact at all. This provides a good level of protection from scratches from rough surfaces. All in all, it feels ok in the hand. The edges on this case aren't rounded/curved, they're quite hard and angular, making it uncomfortable to hold, especially at the rear where you naturally rest your fingers.
Installing the case is relatively easy but it does take a decent amount of force to get the last corner or two snapped on completely. With all the hype about this device bending relatively easily, I must admit that the force I was applying to get the case on worried me. Anyway, the corners fit quite tightly once you have it on. The sides of the case are pretty floppy, though, you can very easily pull the side of the case away from the phone about 10mm. It might be because of this fact that the power and volume buttons on the right side of the phone require significantly more force to push than without a case installed. Using those buttons is cumbersome and is a downfall of this case. In saying this, the level of protection that's provided might be worth the fussing caused by the buttons.
I'm not going to deliberately drop my device but my assumption is that it will offer a good amount of protection. Tapping the phone against a hard surface with a good amount of force, you can feel the impact vibrate and disperse through the case. The Rhinoshield website claims that this case is rated to protect from at least an 11 foot (3.35 metre) drop. Their convincing product test videos can be found here:
https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=AKC213nMRN4
https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=7Qk23X9eVrU
There are plenty of other independent test videos on YouTube that support the 11 foot drop protection claim.
At first I was going to write a fairly negative review because the buttons are so difficult to push. I don't know whether the case has softened up a little since first installing it or whether I've gotten used to the buttons, but they don't seem to bother me as much anymore. I've used other cases that are far easier to install/remove but actually fit to the device much better and don't make the buttons difficult at all to use. All in all though, I've decided to keep this case on my phone because I believe the protection it offers is worth the negative aspects about this case.
Pros:
Excellent scratch protection via the case being raised away from the phone.
Sturdy design and it feels like it offers good drop protection.
Nice matte colour and finish.
Cons:
Buttons are difficult to press with this case installed.
Floppy/loose sides.
Uncomfortable to hold.
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Like the Crash Guard, the packaging for this screen protector is very good. It comes in the same bold colour scheme and quality card box. In the package you receive one micro-fiber cloth, two fine dust/fluff removal stickers, one hard squeegee, one screen protector, and one protector for the back of the phone.
The installation process is pretty easy. The first step is to clean the screen well with the micro-fiber cloth, then you use one of the stickers to dab all over the screen in order to remove any trace of foreign material before applying the protector. Applying the protector is straight-forward, you line it up, let it "grab" at one end and slowly allow the protector to roll up the screen, clinging as it goes. You can then use the hard squeegee to flatten/push out any bubbles that may have appeared during the installation. All up the whole process only took me a few minutes and I had the the protector applied virtually perfectly on the first try. This does require a pretty steady hand and a good eye though.
The protector feels very good once on the phone. I'm pretty sure it is of a plastic resin construction but it certainly has a glass-like feel to it. It's also crystal clear and doesn't hamper touch response at all. There are cutouts for each speaker, one for the front camera, and (like all good screen protectors for this phone) a small cutout (coming off the top speaker cutout) for the proximity sensor. It fits to the screen perfectly and causes no issues with the Rhinoshield Crash Guard case or my other Spigen case. The oleophobic coating doesn't do much to prevent it becoming dirty from fingerprints unfortunately, it gets just as dirty and just as quickly as the digitizer does without a protector applied.
I'm not about to drop a weighted bearing on my phone to test the strength of this protector but you can find some decent product test videos (produced by Rhinoshield) here.
https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=wLkKeUY3SOY
https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=_-FfrLnJe5U
Pros:
Excellent protection.
Feels very nice.
Crystal clear.
Easy to install.
Cons:
Gets dirty easily.
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As someone that has had this bumper on a 6P for a year, the buttons get softer over time.
Also, I have no issues removing it. If you follow their instructions about pulling one corner away from the phone, and pushing the corner up with your fingers and the rim of the case down with your thumbs, its pretty easy. I start with the lower corner away from the button side.
I've had the bumper on and off more times than I can recall and no damage to the phone.

Been using a Rhinoshield since release for the 6P, best case I've ever owned hands down!

I am really contemplating getting one of these but I am such a case whore it's ridiculous. I have a Gold 6P right now, what colour do you guys recommend for anyone that owns the Gold one?

Jammol said:
I am really contemplating getting one of these but I am such a case whore it's ridiculous. I have a Gold 6P right now, what colour do you guys recommend for anyone that owns the Gold one?
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Clear or Golden! But don't think they make them

Wonderful case very comfortable and the new style feels great.
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Solutions Etcetera said:
As someone that has had this bumper on a 6P for a year, the buttons get softer over time.
Also, I have no issues removing it. If you follow their instructions about pulling one corner away from the phone, and pushing the corner up with your fingers and the rim of the case down with your thumbs, its pretty easy. I start with the lower corner away from the button side.
I've had the bumper on and off more times than I can recall and no damage to the phone.
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Thanks for the feedback. Turns out I was just going about it wrong. It is actually quite easy to remove as you suggest so I've edited those sections out of the review.

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Thanks for the feedback.
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My pleasure. Other than the R/R comment, I thought your review was both accurate and comprehensive.
When I first got mine, pressing power twice with my left index finger to trigger the camera was quite difficult (usually had to use my right thumb). Now, it is very easy. Buttons are still firm but very positive (you can feel the click).
BTW, my preferred method for installing is to put the side with the buttons in first; insuring it is fully seated. Then pop in the top left corner, followed by the bottom left.
With all the cases I have tried over the years with various different phones, I find these products remarkable. Fit and finish is as good as I have seen, and protection is Otterbox Defender like, without all the bulk.
If you're still on the fence, here's a couple more vids:
https://youtu.be/9DvhljsZY88
https://youtu.be/KA--KExRNpY

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Clear or Golden! But don't think they make them
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Looked into it and they don't. Black, blue, red, and white are the only colors I've seen for it. Really.... No other colors!!! Kind of lame.

They videos looks amazing. Too bad it is so ugly. lol.

Looks and Feels great, just got mine today.

I prefer this case to my spigen ultra hybrid crystal clear case, which gets greasy and smudgy after a while. It gives a good grip on the sides without having to actually touch the phone. Very good value for money.

tropical cactus said:
I prefer this case to my spigen ultra hybrid crystal clear case, which gets greasy and smudgy after a while. It gives a good grip on the sides without having to actually touch the phone. Very good value for money.
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Same here, just got mine and switched from Spigen Ultra Hybrid

Which one adds more bulk ? Spigen tough armor or Crash Guard

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Which one adds more bulk ? Spigen tough armor or Crash Guard
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The Rhino Shield adds a little more bulk.

I have this case, but since it doesn't offer much protection for the back, I use the SupCase most of the time.