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Quick Review of T-Mobile Gel Protector Case

I got my T-Mobile Gel Protector Case in the mail today for my G2.
I bought it from Daydeal. I guess I can't post a link here cause I'm "new" so here is the exact name info from the site:
OEM T-Mobile Gel Protector Case for T-Mobile G2, Black
Brand/model: T-Mobile SUPA35547
The material is very high quality and feels great in my hand(s).
It fits PERFECTLY on to the phone and does not pull off or slip at all.
It overs the power button/sleep button but has a slight indent/bumper for it which works perfect. It has not affected the functionality of the device whatsoever. This same "bumper" style button covers the volume rocker and camera buttons as well. Functionality is seamless.
The slight added thickness to the back of the phone makes typing on the slide out keyboard even more comfortable. It also makes the keyboard easier to flip back. The finish is not overly grippy but is not slippery.
If you rely on the trackpad some of the edges of the case may get in the way. I personally never use it, so I won't even notice the slight interference.
Overall I am very satisfied with my purchase.
If you have any questions let me know and I will get back to you.
Thanks!

Pictures would be nice.

I agree, this gel case is amazing, I bought it last night from my local retail store.
Best investment byfar for this phone.
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I just want to add that this gel case clips on to the phone. It is textured so there's added grip.
Definitely a problem if you use the track pad (who would?? )
In comparison to OEM Blackberry cases, this is more thick, stronger and clips in. The Blackberry gel cases just kinda wrapped around and was flimsy.
Definitely worth it, but adds bulkiness to your phone. Everyone that checks out my phone--that's their first comment.

I like the feel of the gel case, but it is more difficult to remove from my pants pockets when compared to the Body Glove or OEM plastic cases.

I bought this from t-mobile but I may return it for a regular pouch... the bulkiness doesn't bother me... and I love the snug fit of it... however... with BatteryLife installed, it reports the temperature of my batt as above 100 degrees most of the time where as i teeter between 70 and 90 degrees with it off... I'm thinking this might be burning my battery more than I want it to but idk... anyone else experience the heat?

No heat increases for me so far. If so, I really don't notice it. I can get through a whole day of browsing, games, music, and downloading with WiFi enabled and still have 40% left at the end of the day.
I have been using this case since G2 purchase(9/24, I have friends on the inside). LOVE IT. Great grip.
I already dropped my phone (fell off my lap when getting out of the car) and it saved my ass. Just a tad bulky, but well worth the safety. Doesn't interfere with any operation cept for pressing the "P" on on-screen Swype keyboard. (I have fat fingers).
There is almost no need for a screen protector with this case if you are fairly careful when handling expensive gadgets. Unless you put it in a pocket with keys, or drop it in a gravel pit, the screen is very well protected. (I still use one though)
This protector is well worth it if you like saving your device from damage

zuludelta9 said:
I just want to add that this gel case clips on to the phone. It is textured so there's added grip.
Definitely a problem if you use the track pad (who would?? )
In comparison to OEM Blackberry cases, this is more thick, stronger and clips in. The Blackberry gel cases just kinda wrapped around and was flimsy.
Definitely worth it, but adds bulkiness to your phone. Everyone that checks out my phone--that's their first comment.
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I like the track pad - provides precise navigation. Thanks for the info - I'll pass on the gel case.

rakjer said:
No heat increases for me so far. If so, I really don't notice it. I can get through a whole day of browsing, games, music, and downloading with WiFi enabled and still have 40% left at the end of the day.
I have been using this case since G2 purchase(9/24, I have friends on the inside). LOVE IT. Great grip.
I already dropped my phone (fell off my lap when getting out of the car) and it saved my ass. Just a tad bulky, but well worth the safety. Doesn't interfere with any operation cept for pressing the "P" on on-screen Swype keyboard. (I have fat fingers).
There is almost no need for a screen protector with this case if you are fairly careful when handling expensive gadgets. Unless you put it in a pocket with keys, or drop it in a gravel pit, the screen is very well protected. (I still use one though)
This protector is well worth it if you like saving your device from damage
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yeah figured out Tango kept running in the background and heating it up.. once i uninstalled that, everything is back to normal. Definitely keeping this case.

I also have this case and it does feel great in the hands, it isn't too bulky as well as protects the phone everywhere...HOWEVER....
I have a question for I noticed a potential flaw or it could possibly be the device.
My hinge wasn't loose or anything like that known hardware flaw. Pretty solid device out of the box and the screen was flush to the keyboard. I got this case from a retail store the 2nd day I had my G2. Used it for 24 hrs and the following day, I took it off to show someone how nice the phone looked without it (I didn't have any issues or struggled removing the case btw). I noticed that the screen wasn't so flush to the keyboard and seemed raised a bit. Also, when I pressed home or search (or any area near the bottom left/right of screen) it seemed to be a tad loose, where it would tap the keyboard. Place the case back on, back to a solid device that doesn't repeat what I noticed with it off.
I also tested 3 different G2s to see if their screen did that and it didn't. They weren't using any type of case/protection....
I did call T-mobile and already ordered another G2 through my buyer's remorse. I'm not so sure if I want to continue using the case "IF" it is raising the screen from its out of the box, snug fit with the bottom of the device. If any of you could try to remove the case, and see if what happened with mine happens to yours. If not, I can call it as a defective device and continue to use the case. As of now, as much as I like it and NEED to protect my phone, I am also considering returning this as well.
Please share your findings, I'm very interested in this potential issue.

Effect on hinge
I noticed this too. The snaps that connect between the front and back pieces of the phone cause a tiny separation. With the case on the hinge is much looser. I removed the front part of the case and it does snap tight again. It also feels much better overall. If you do use the gel case, I recommend not attaching or removing the front. You'll still get the nice grip on the back and the most tightness of the device without it.

On mine, the gel case clips are so thin that they don't interfere with the hinge operation. I actually was reading this post at T-Mobile, talking with my buddy who works there about it. He pulled out a fresh G2 from a box and compared it with mine and there was no difference whatsoever. The fresh out of the box had a small gap already because of the "bumper pads" installed on the corners.
Maybe you guys that are experiencing troubles could take an emery board(fingernail file) and file the down the thickness of the clips. Take the case off and use the file to shave off as much as you need.
Good luck!

I had read about separation on gel cases for other slider type phones, which is one reason I didn't spring for the t-mo gel case. Can anyone else confirm? Maybe take some edge-on shots of the phone with and without the gel-case on to compare the width of the gap between the two halves.

rakjer said:
On mine, the gel case clips are so thin that they don't interfere with the hinge operation. I actually was reading this post at T-Mobile, talking with my buddy who works there about it. He pulled out a fresh G2 from a box and compared it with mine and there was no difference whatsoever. The fresh out of the box had a small gap already because of the "bumper pads" installed on the corners.
Maybe you guys that are experiencing troubles could take an emery board(fingernail file) and file the down the thickness of the clips. Take the case off and use the file to shave off as much as you need.
Good luck!
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that is how mine is aswell, fits perfect.

Mine fits perfecft as well. Biggest complaint being the interference with the track ball/pad. Just a matter of getting used to it is all.
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how does it look?

Great! If I get a chance ill post some pics.
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Where did you get this case? ^^^ I really like it

Seidio Innocase Review (BLACK)

I have just received my Seidio Innocase (Black) after having a very hard time deciding on buying it or the Active-X case. I will be stealing betatechs format for review, and add additional observations of my own. His review of the Green Innocase can be found here.
Seidio Innocase Epic 4g (BLACK) Review
First Impressions:
The case feels very smooth in your hand, and does add a fair amount of grip. I personally liked the feel of the stock battery cover myself, but this is a pleasant case to hold. As betatech pointed out on the green case review, all buttons and ports are completely accessible.
Installation and Removal:
I had no problem popping this bad boy onto the phone. Both the front and back went on without any effort. Removing the bottom half of the case is very easy, and the main reason for that is that the bottom portion of the case has “play” or space for it to move around a bit. The top bezel on the other hand, you have to be very delicate, as the tabs on it are not as thick, and appear like they are easier to break. For example: My girlfriend has a palm pre Innocase and she has had to have it replaced twice due to tab failure. The tabs on the epic case are thicker, but could use a locking mechanism.
Apperance:
Below are some pictures, side by side, of the phone and the case, you can see that it adds minimal bulk to the phone. I was quite impressed. The black complements the phone perfectly, looks very pleasant, and not out of place.
Sliding Mechanism:
Before applying the case I did have some “screen wobble” and after apply the case there is less screen wobble, but it is not completely gone. As betatech points out, the tabs are mounted in the corners, so they do not touch the keyboard. I actually had a scratch on one of my keys from the stock sliding mechanism making the screen slightly touch the keyboard and with the case one I feel it slightly increases the gab to stop that. The snappiness of the sliding mechanism is still there, although it takes a smidge more effort than before to open the phone, in my opinion a good thing.
Notable Problems/Testing Observations:
As I hinted above, The back portion or battery portion of the case is very loose. I can jiggle the phone in my hand and hear it click as it hits the top and bottom of the case. This could be just a problem with the case I have received, but I have seen other people mention similar looseness with the back of the case. Seidio also did not place a felt liner on the back portion of this case, as they do with other cases ie: nexus one, nor did they include a felt liner insert ie: palm pre. I believe a felt liner would improve the case looseness problem, and find myself upset that they did not do so. My best guess is because they could have felt that the stock battery cover is scratch resistant itself so perhaps it was not needed. I would beg to differ.
Due to the rubber texture that is sprayed onto the case, I do find it more difficult to pull out of my pocket. It seems to get stuck on the inner lining. This is not a problem, just an observation. I enjoyed the ease of pulling out the stock phone from my pocket, but feel much better knowing there is a case protecting it and completely willing to give that up.
I have a Realook screen protector on my epic, and the front bezel of the case, hides the small outer line of the screen protector perfectly, it is impossible to tell there is one even applied until you look around the speaker, where you see the line there.
As of durability I would suggest reading betatechs section on that. I have had the black innocase on a nexus one, and after a few months or so the rubber started to peel in one spot, which grew larger. I can only assume that the same is quite possible for this case.
Concluding Remarks:
So far I do like the case a lot and feel much better knowing there is something to protect it. I am worried about the life of the rubber material that is sprayed on the case. The back cover jiggle also concerns me, but can be remedied by placing a piece of folded paper in the rear of the case, or eyeglass cleaner cloth.
Pictures are posted below, and if there are any questions feel free to ask. I am hopeing on reviewing the Active-X blue case next, or the otterbox case, whichever one comes first.
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Looks almost identical to the Sprint case that I have, except the back of the one from Sprint is checkered.

Ill go by the sprint store and compare thickness, texture, and clip positions when I get a chance this week. I think its thiner though from the last time I looked at that case.
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I have been using this case for 2 weeks now, and I have zero complaints! I bought a screen protector with Seido as well, and both products are great! Well worth the money. Before that I had purchased a ZAGG InvisibleShield until I found that Seido had released their case. The ZAGG shield is thick/bulky, and not very easy to install. I highly recommend this Seido case.

What made you decide on this over the Active-X? I'm debating that choice myself but haven't really found a good way to make a comparison.

how easy is it to remove?

JettMartinez said:
What made you decide on this over the Active-X? I'm debating that choice myself but haven't really found a good way to make a comparison.
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Well it was a hard choice, but after seing some pics of the active x, I noticed it looked twice the thickness of this case. So I went with the thiner option. Plus its 21 bucks on amazon
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churro7 said:
how easy is it to remove?
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Lol I put a section on that above... anyways. Back is easy to remove, front bezel not as easy.
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can ya describe in detail how it is though?

churro7 said:
can ya describe in detail how it is though?
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Well, the tabs for the top portion of the case are much thinner, meaning you have to be more careful not to just pry, or they could break off more eaisly than the bottom half of the case. There is also very little play or gap on the top half or bezel of case compared to the battery half of case, so it is harder to get a fingernail under the clips. The third reason, one clip, on each side of the top bezel is easy to get to while the other, on each side, clip is underneith the keyboard section, so its hard to unclip it without prying, which might break it. If you don't have fingernails and are not very gentel, I think it would be super easy to break.
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How bout for the bottom? Whats the fastest way to remove it safely? I ask cuz i have exra bateries i will use when im away for a long period
sent from my epic 4g with no 4g

churro7 said:
How bout for the bottom? Whats the fastest way to remove it safely? I ask cuz i have exra bateries i will use when im away for a long period
sent from my epic 4g with no 4g
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the bottom left tab first then the bottom right. Super fast and easy provided you have a thumb fingernail.
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thank you this will help

Removing the case is easy! Its best to take the back cover off by pulling it off from the top of the phone, then pull off the original back cover.
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Excellent post. and an excellent product, but i'm not a fan of cases. if anyone is interested in a maroon seidio case for the epic. please pm me. i've also posted in the marketplace.

I think the case will scratch the phone after time being that there is no felt lining inside of the case. I just took epic out of its case and noticed some light rubbing marks after about 3 weeks. I feel a lot more confident with the active x case I have now

I love seidio cases. However, after using the Innocases made for slider phones (like this one for the Epic, or the similar one for the Pre), i noticed that the parts without felt would scuff the phone after awhile, and eventually the tabs do break off. That said, Seidio has always been good about replacing every case of mine for free where tabs have broken off, no questions asked.

Don't like it..it fits too lose and creeks and left a few scratches on the top portion of the phone
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I have the black case too for my epic. It feels pretty good in the hand, but I have to add another nods to this:
The back part of the case definitely doesn't fit very tight for me. It is loose enough to slide a little, and on a phone which already likes to wobble a bit it feels odd now and then.
Also yes - you can press a finger lightly in the middle of it near the flash, and it makes a creaking sound as it flexes.. very annoying.
I tried folding a small piece of paper to put inside too, and even a very thing pieces seemed to make the case not fit correctly at the clips so I don't think it is correctable.
Overall it isn't that big a deal - apart from that minor annoyance the case looks and feels good to me. It does make the phone a lint magnet though, I am always blowing aroudn the front lip to get dust off after it rides around in a pocket for awhile. Any case does that tho, especially textured ones..

Placing paper behind it worked for me, I had to play around with the thickness of the folded paer to get it right. And yea it sure does attract lint, I find it attracting the lint to my screen way more than if the phone did not have the case on it. So I'm having to cleen the screen way more often.
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Seidio Case Review for Skyrocket

I have been using Seidio cases for multiple generations of phones now going way back to the original Blackberry Pearl. I have given a few other styles a shot at times but I keep finding myself coming back to the Seidio cases. They have always held up well and the fact that they have a combination holster that works specifically with their cases was a bonus.
I have to backtrack a little before I get into this review. Had it not been for a miniscule moment of innapropriate anger, I would not have a new phone in my possession. Had it not been for the Seidio case on that phone, I would not have been able to get into it for all my needed information. So, in a matter of seconds I had taken a full pitching arm swing with phone in hand and aimed at garage floor. In all fairness, I had worn that Atrix out to the point where it was on its last leg(maybe subconsciously I was yearning for a new phone). Anyway, I digress, the phone ended up with its screen shattered and the shell slightly bent(I hit the concrete directly on the corner). To the credit of the case, it never came off and the phone stayed on the whole time without rebooting. I put a piece of packing tape over the screen, so as not to get cut by the shards of glass poking out, and I was able to swipe up, down, left and right. However ugly the situation, if that case wasnt on there, the phone wouldnt have been accessible. Now some might argue that having another brands case that rhymes with "hotter fox" might have saved it completely, I find it incredibly uncomfortable to use a phone that becomes 3 times its size because of a case. Nuff said.
I ended up replacing the Atrix with a new Skyrocket. This phone is downright awesome and puts the Atrix to shame in every department. However, we arent here for a phone review, so lets get on with it. I knew I wanted a case on the phone immediately so I picked up one of those slick rubberized cases(skin?) that stretches over the back of the phone and around the sides. This was a decent option but I am part of the 1% out there who wears their phone on their hip at work, I hate putting my phone in the pocket(unless Im wearing jeans). So, I needed a case that had a holster and thats where Seidio came in.
I looked through Seidios options and saw they had two types of cases for the phone and holsters that matched. Since this phone was pretty big, I wanted to stay with the slimmer type case that I had been used to in the past which was the "Surface" style. They also have an "Active" style which is apparently much more protective like the previously mentioned brand but more attractive. With this case I ordered it as a combo with the holster. One of my main concerns was how this phone would look on the hip, in a case, being how large it is in the first place. In retrospect, choosing a black case would have made the most sense for that argument. However, I chose the blue case because, well, I like blue, and I got the phone in white, so I figured I would nickname my phone the "Smurf".
A week or so later I received the package with the case and the holster. First thing I noticed was how absolutely cool the blue finish was on the case. It has almost a metallic hue to it yet is fully plastic. The feel of the case is as it has been in the past; not too grippy but not too slippery. It has a nice texture to it that lends itself to being able slide in and out of a pocket without pulling out lint but also not feeling like it will slide out of your hand when holding it.
I put the phone into the case and the pieces snapped together with authority. Take note, the first time you need to disconnect the two pieces will be a struggle. After that however, it will be an easy task. Just seems that the pieces need to get broken in for a bit before they come apart with ease. As I was holding the phone with the case on it, I noticed that it didnt feel that much bigger with it on. The case is really tight fitting and seems to just barely come off the "Surface" of the phone. There is enough protection above the front bezel though that you can place the phone face down and it wont touch the screen. The only thing that I wasnt too keen on was how deep the cut was to reach the power button. It seems to be at such an angle that you have to get your fingertip in there to press it right. Maybe over time that will change but at first it was an odd behavior.
Next up was wearing the phone to work on the holster. How did it go? Awesome! There is no denying that when you have a phone of this size on your hip, it does get noticed. There is no getting around the fact that nowadays, nobody wants a phone the size of the old V60, and because of that, you are hauling around a nice sized piece of web viewing real estate. I have to say though, I got tons of compliments on the case color. Everyone who saw it said they had never seen a color like that before, or as they held it in their hand, a case that looked so cool. The phone was light to begin with and the case did nothing to hurt that. The holster is very grippy but seems to disappear from the hip when the phone is in it. The weight distribution keeps the phone very close to the body and feels like its just there coming along for the ride. The holster is very sturdy and the phone clicks into it with a loud informative SNAP.
After about a week of wearing the phone daily to work in the holster and a few instances of slipping it into my jeans, I wholeheartedly recommend Seido cases yet again. After saving my old phone the way it did and the new materials they seem to be using, Seidio has a hit on their hands. With how well their manufacturing is and perfectly fit around the phone these cases are, theres really no reason to look anywhere else for something to protect your phone. Oh, and since my original rant, I have had no problems using the power key anymore.
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Thanks for the helpful review. I enjoyed the back story as well.
I think if I do end up purchasing this phone, the Seidio case is the first I'll try.

Thanks for the review, man!

I can second a recommendation for this case.
To be honest I just found I enjoyed my phone a bit more without a case on it, admittedly having to be a bit more careful with it.
If I had any complaint about the case it would be that where the two pieces connect. I can see where that was going to potentially be an annoyance down the road.

I have one and it's to slick for me. I run my phone nekkid now. The case cured me of wanting a case.
my .02 worth.

I got one today and it seems pretty nice so far. As mentioned, it can be hard to get it apart (off the phone) to begin with until you can figure a method that works best. I already have a Seidio Active case and I like it alot, but it is a bit bulkier than the Surface case. I think I will like this one because it works in my phone side carry case that I use at work. The Active was to bulky to use so I had to change over to my Diztronics case during the week. With this case, I think I'll be able to use it in the side carry case as well as in the holster that I bought with it. Just for some information, it seems that the Active holster works as well as the Surface holster for carrying purposes while the Surface case is on the phone. The phone seems to fit into both of them just the same so you might want to save some money if you already have an Active holster.

Why in the heck is there no kickstand??
I LOVE this case and my friends are always bragging about theirs having an awesome kickstand so they can watch movies on their puny S2 screens... Can anyone explain why the big, bueatiful SkyRocket cant stand up like a rocket? A rocket needs a stand to fly!!! Come on guys! Show me how stupid I am and where to get a kickstand case

toothpick5 said:
I LOVE this case and my friends are always bragging about theirs having an awesome kickstand so they can watch movies on their puny S2 screens... Can anyone explain why the big, bueatiful SkyRocket cant stand up like a rocket? A rocket needs a stand to fly!!! Come on guys! Show me how stupid I am and where to get a kickstand case
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The "Active" case has a kickstand.

scott14719 said:
The "Active" case has a kickstand.
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Indeed it does. Ive been using it since i got my SR in February. I love it. Very sturdy and protective without adding much bulk.
Sent from low Earth orbit with my Skyrocket.

I had this case but, returned it. The bottom part was a tad loose and would shift a bit in my hand. Not much but, enough to notice each time and make me give a grunt of displeasure. Also, the headphone jack area was just not large enough for a couple of my connections( I aux jack into home stereo and car stereo). Finally, the openings around the rocker switches just felt wierd to me. Low on the backside and high on the front side. A friend of mine has an Elago case for his Note. But, that they don't make one for the Skyrocket. That is the style I am looking for. I'm picky I admit. I would rather go naked than uncomfortable.

This looks great. I wanted something slimmer than my Seidio Active case.
Thanks!

Looks good, gonna switch it up.
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Just fyi, if you have a Best Buy near you, Seidio sells under the brand name Platinum Cases and it's actually $10-15 cheaper for the combo set with the holster.
I've used seidio for a while too now and when I was searching for a case I found this out and saved myself a good amount of cash since I also didn't have to pay for delivery... Same construction, no problems. Although I think the only color they have is black... I did notice the bottom is a tiny bit loose but I ended up buying a ghost armor screen protector and since I was there ended up getting the full body so now the case fits like a glove.
Hyper, with ya on the 1% that like to carry phone in the holster...lol I even wear it with jeans altho shirts always cover it...lol

Nice fitting belt-holster?

Anybody have a suggestion for a nice-fitting leather belt holster for the N4? I want to avoid buying something on Amazon that is either too large or too small.

See my earlier post on a case that I bought from Amazon. I'm very happy with it.

wmm said:
See my earlier post on a case that I bought from Amazon. I'm very happy with it.
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2 questions if you don't mind---reviews indicated that the clip fails easily and that the case is bulky, can you comment on either of those?

I've only had it for a week so I can't say anything about its durability; seems solid enough initially, and I don't see any indication of incipient failure so far. (Besides, for $5, if it falls apart after six months, I figure I will have gotten my money's worth! )
As for the size, it's no bigger -- in relation to the phone -- than any other case of its type. I.e., it's about 1 cm longer than the phone and maybe 3 mm wider. It is, of course, a good deal thicker than the phone, since you have three layers of case -- back, front, and flap, each of which adds a couple of mm; maybe that's what that reviewer was referring to? Anyhow, I certainly don't find it to be unreasonably bulky, and I don't see how it could be much smaller and still fit and protect the phone.

wmm said:
I've only had it for a week so I can't say anything about its durability; seems solid enough initially, and I don't see any indication of incipient failure so far. (Besides, for $5, if it falls apart after six months, I figure I will have gotten my money's worth! )
As for the size, it's no bigger -- in relation to the phone -- than any other case of its type. I.e., it's about 1 cm longer than the phone and maybe 3 mm wider. It is, of course, a good deal thicker than the phone, since you have three layers of case -- back, front, and flap, each of which adds a couple of mm; maybe that's what that reviewer was referring to? Anyhow, I certainly don't find it to be unreasonably bulky, and I don't see how it could be much smaller and still fit and protect the phone.
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Thanks, ordered.

This is what I got. I had something like this for an iPhone for 3 years and it still has a lot of life left in it. I think it should fit the phone even with a slim Rearth Ringke case.
I too must use a holster type case, I don't like carrying the phone in my pocket.

hfuizo said:
Thanks, ordered.
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That holster is great for about 6 months, but then it starts to break down. Its a generic holster that has been sold forever. I used it with my Galaxy Nexus for months and with my previous phone for about a year before that. The elastic tore away from the leather on one side after 6ish months which I sewed back together terribly and the leather began to peal a little bit around the edges.
That said, I have never had a holster do much better than this. 6 months seems to be the limit for me before it starts really going downhill. This holster was great during its functional life. And its certainly cheap enough to just buy 2 a year.
Edit: Oh yea, the most annoying thing by FAR about this holster is that the magnets come loose in the flap, which at first just means 1 magnet sticks and its very loosely kept closed, but then after that other magnet slips there is nothing to really keep it closed before you shove a pin or knife through the leather to force the magnets back into proper position.
I know I sound harsh on this holster, but its not awful. Reading about it I just ordered another one from Hong Kong for $2.88. Will be here sometime next year probably.

Seidio needs to come out with a spring-loaded holster. I have one for my Evo 3d (waiting on Nexus 4 shipment...) and it's been great. Easily one of the best investments I made for my phone - including the extended battery beast and case.

sirxdroid said:
This is what I got. I had something like this for an iPhone for 3 years and it still has a lot of life left in it. I think it should fit the phone even with a slim Rearth Ringke case.
I too must use a holster type case, I don't like carrying the phone in my pocket.
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Hmmm that looks nice, please report back and let us know how you like it.

imninsomniac said:
Seidio needs to come out with a spring-loaded holster. I have one for my Evo 3d (waiting on Nexus 4 shipment...) and it's been great. Easily one of the best investments I made for my phone - including the extended battery beast and case.
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Seidio IS coming out with spring-loaded holster for use with Active or Surface cases. They are all in production now, but links are up on their website.

sirxdroid said:
This is what I got. I had something like this for an iPhone for 3 years and it still has a lot of life left in it. I think it should fit the phone even with a slim Rearth Ringke case.
I too must use a holster type case, I don't like carrying the phone in my pocket.
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Got both the holster and the slim Rearth case. I like them both very much.
The Rearth is really slim and it seems very well made (made in Korea, not China, for a change). Not sure it adds any impact protection but that's fine, it will at least protect the back from scratches.
The holster seems decent too, well made, and it fits the phone well even with the slim Rearth case on the phone.
Overall I'm pretty happy with the combo. How's this for a mini-review?

Best One!
This Belt Holster Case looks awesome and genuine
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Looks ok. Those of us in the USA will have to wait for the Koreans or Chinese to make one, I guess.

yogeshmha said:
This Belt Holster Case looks awesome and genuine
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Personally I'm not a fan of that type of clip.

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If anybody else is interested in this, I received the holster and I'd give it an "okay" rating. As the Amazon reviews warned it is a bit too big. I could probably fit two N4s in there side by side. I am looking in to a Ringke case as well so maybe by the time I add that on there won't be so much space inside. I may try the holster sirxdroid recommended.

hfuizo said:
If anybody else is interested in this, I received the holster and I'd give it an "okay" rating. As the Amazon reviews warned it is a bit too big. I could probably fit two N4s in there side by side. I am looking in to a Ringke case as well so maybe by the time I add that on there won't be so much space inside. I may try the holster sirxdroid recommended.
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Still happy with mine. It's a bit tight with the Ringke case, but not bad at all and it seems to "give" some so it will get better with use.

hfuizo said:
If anybody else is interested in this, I received the holster and I'd give it an "okay" rating. As the Amazon reviews warned it is a bit too big. I could probably fit two N4s in there side by side. I am looking in to a Ringke case as well so maybe by the time I add that on there won't be so much space inside. I may try the holster sirxdroid recommended.
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Hmm, I'm wondering if you got the same case I did; sometimes these generics have multiple suppliers and different lots can be variable. I definitely couldn't fit two N4s into my holster -- it's not a tight squeeze (I don't have to push the phone in), but the N4 is certainly not rattling around in it. Here's a photo of what my phone looks like inside the case. I think it's just about right for ease of access while not being overly roomy.

wmm said:
Hmm, I'm wondering if you got the same case I did; sometimes these generics have multiple suppliers and different lots can be variable. I definitely couldn't fit two N4s into my holster -- it's not a tight squeeze (I don't have to push the phone in), but the N4 is certainly not rattling around in it. Here's a photo of what my phone looks like inside the case. I think it's just about right for ease of access while not being overly roomy.
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Yeah I think mine is different than that, the stitching doesn't look the same and my phone isn't in there nearly as snug.
As a side note I also bought the holster recommended by sirxdroid. I like it much better, the fit is perfect.
However....
It has the most unfortunate side-effect of either unexpectedly rebooting or shutting down my phone. I don't know what causes this, if the buttons are somehow getting mashed just right or if maybe the magnet has an effect on the phone. So sadly this case is unusable and I'm now back to Big Bertha.

hfuizo said:
It has the most unfortunate side-effect of either unexpectedly rebooting or shutting down my phone. I don't know what causes this, if the buttons are somehow getting mashed just right or if maybe the magnet has an effect on the phone. So sadly this case is unusable and I'm now back to Big Bertha.
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That is strange, the case is not rebooting my N4, though the phone itself does reboot once in a while for me too but I suspect it's related to bluetooth use and it has nothing to do with the case. Not sure whether you use bluetooth or not, it may be worth keeping it completely off for a while and see if the phone still reboots.
I also have the Rearth case on my phone which makes the buttons a bit harder to press, so maybe that helps the holster not press on the phone buttons inadvertently.

this looks intersting
hfuizo said:
Anybody have a suggestion for a nice-fitting leather belt holster for the N4? I want to avoid buying something on Amazon that is either too large or too small.
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and the phones references in the desc, seem to make me thing t should the nexus ok
http://www.amazon.com/Evecase-Execu...8-5&keywords=Black+PU+leather+Belt+case+nexus

Body Glove SATIN case - updated with review

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Hello,
I didn't see this case mentioned and considering the LOW supply of actual quality cases I decided to start this thread in case I wasn't the only one who didn't know about it lol. Looking through the pics what I like the most is that it allows you to touch/use the actual buttons and the center dimple and camera have their own circle rather than an oval like in other cases (hate that oval design). I just ordered mine today and will post pics once it arrives but in the meantime check out the link below. I got it for $16 shipped from amazon.
http://www.bodyglovemobile.com/cell-phone-cases/motorola/moto-x/satin/?scheme_id=424
Amazon link:
http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-Sa...=1418270101&sr=8-1&keywords=moto+x+satin+case
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2014-12-15 updated with review:
I didnt even use the case for more than a day and went back to the tudia case. I really wanted to love the SATIN case but the edges make the case feel cheap. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the back of the case for the brushed aluminum pattern on it and the dual circles, but the cheap feel is a deal breaker. The sharp edges that they put in place for grip really just make it feel cheap in the hand. Also the risk of the honeycomb actually damaging the back cover of the phone is a concern for prolonged use. After a day there was a honeycomb pattern on the back cover but with a damp towel it came off. I might use it on occasion, but by no means will it be my 24/7 case.
pros:
-Love the dual circle opening for camera and M logo rather than oval
-brushed aluminum pattern on back of cover looks great
-has openings to touch actual power and volume buttons
-sharp edges on sides for grip
cons
-adds SLIGHT bulk to the phone compared to a thin case like the tudia
-the sharp edges for grip make it feel cheap (maybe if it was made of something other than TPU it would be ok)
-openings for power and volume button SLIGHTLY restrict access to buttons (smaller fingers wont have this issue) and compared to the extra firmness of the tudia cases sealed buttons, I say both cases are comparable for ease of button pressing
-honey comb pattern inside the case CAN POTENTIALLY damage the phones back cover

66racer said:
Hello,
I didn't see this case mentioned and considering the LOW supply of actual quality cases I decided to start this thread in case I wasn't the only one who didn't know about it lol. Looking through the pics what I like the most is that it allows you to touch/use the actual buttons and the center dimple and camera have their own circle rather than an oval like in other cases (hate that oval design). I just ordered mine today and will post pics once it arrives but in the meantime check out the link below. I got it for $16 shipped from amazon.
http://www.bodyglovemobile.com/cell-phone-cases/motorola/moto-x/satin/?scheme_id=424
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Looks really nice! Have you gotten it yet?
Can you post the Amazon link?
EDIT: It's on sale @ the Body Glove website for 10.99 currently. Just picked one up.

zgroten said:
Looks really nice! Have you gotten it yet?
Can you post the Amazon link?
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Added the link to the OP just now. I didn't even receive the shipped notice yet but it said I think monday-thurs of next week it should arrive. Hoping it actually comes friday or saturday though.

I purchased this case from eBAy a couple of months ago. I like it, I switch between this case and the Hula bumper.

Thanks for the pics but you said a few months ago? Lol man I have been checking for new cases a few times since I got the phone and never saw this case. Think the biggest problem is perhaps finding cases due to the official name being the same as last years.
Think motorola needs to make an official name sequence or something like htc did with the HTC one m7 and m8. I think making the model year part of the name would be cool; like cars and most other things with wheels.

66racer said:
Thanks for the pics but you said a few months ago? Lol man I have been checking for new cases a few times since I got the phone and never saw this case. Think the biggest problem is perhaps finding cases due to the official name being the same as last years.
Think motorola needs to make an official name sequence or something like htc did with the HTC one m7 and m8. I think making the model year part of the name would be cool; like cars and most other things with wheels.
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Yeah I was searching on eBay for cases and came across the listing. I was nervous that it was going to be for the 2013 model but the description said 2nd generation so I gave it a try. It's really hard to find cases for the phone, one thing I look at in the pics are to see which wallpaper they show in the phone. Sometimes that helps to distinguish the different models. Try searching with 2014 and/or 2nd generation in your searches.
Motorola definitely should update the naming convention on these phones.

The funny part is that some case makers are too lazy to update their wallpaper image. My tudia case arrived with a cardboard of the gen1 wallpaper and initially thought they sent the wrong one until I opened it. Also body glove on the moto x shows the gen 1 for the moto x but only has a case for the gen2 which is funny and maybe why I didn't notice this one sooner since I literally went on their site a few weeks ago.
Yeah the naming needs to be easier to tell which model year. Oh well. Love the phone lol

It doesn't look too shabby but historically, body glove's cases haven't been the best quality. Will wait to hear impressions before I decide if I want to order it or not.
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Well it came in earlier than expected (woo hoo!) and I updated the OP to include some pics.
I like the look of the case, it seems to add some bulk compared to the Tudia case I have though. It seems and feels thicker I think due to the flatter lines (back is still curved) but both cases on the table visually cant be more than 0.5mm difference. I have mixed feelings about it, I wish the case was thinner honestly but I do like it. Really need to use it a day or two so I can form an opinion on it. There are "sharp" edges which really help the phone feel secure in the hand. The shock factor would be no greater than any other TPU case. Overall fit of it against the moto x is solid though. The power and volume buttons are I would say for a normal adult moderate/easy to press due to the size of the openings. The Tudia requires extra force to overcome the case materials flex and the body glove one your physically pressing the button but the opening can be a bit of a restriction for some (and I dont have sausage fingers either lol).
I would say the one flaw I saw is the molding is a bit off on one of the mics which is seen in one pic. The hole is technically in the right spot and honestly its probably fine but its like there is some molding that needs to be cut a bit which I will do to my sample.
Overall Im looking forward to using this case for the next few days and see how it goes. Cosmetics wise I think it beats the Tudia hands down, lets see how it goes functionally.

of what material is the honeycomb pattern inside made. I ask because of a picture posted by one Amazon reviewer.
I don't have a leather back, but do you think it would be pressing too hard on a soft touch back. ?

Wow thats bad but with leather I could have seen that coming. Yesterday I saw a honeycomb on my soft touch back but looked like some oils from the case since it wiped off. After a full day today I will update.
Worst case it will give me a good excuse to mod my back. I have been googling carbon fiber material to make my own back but havent had the courage to do it just yet lol

Lare2 said:
of what material is the honeycomb pattern inside made. I ask because of a picture posted by one Amazon reviewer.
I don't have a leather back, but do you think it would be pressing too hard on a soft touch back. ?
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Ok so after a day of use with the base soft touch moto x I could see a pattern on the back cover but when wiped with a towel it came right off. It didnt feel like it made an impression but the honeycomb was visible until I wiped it with a damp towel.
Overall I didnt even use the case today and went back to the tudia case. I really wanted to love the SATIN case but the edges make the case feel cheap. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the back of the case for the brushed aluminum pattern on it, but the sides are a deal breaker. The sharp edges that they put in place for grip really just make it feel cheap in the hand. Also the risk of the honeycomb actually damaging the back cover is the deal breaker from being my go to case. I might use it on occasion, but by no means will it be my 24/7 case.
pros:
-Love the dual circle opening for camera and M logo rather than oval
-brushed aluminum pattern on back of cover
-openings to touch actual power and volume buttons
-sharp edges on sides for grip
cons
-adds SLIGHT bulk to the phone compared to a thin case like the tudia
-the sharp edges for grip make it feel cheap (maybe if it was made of something other than TPU it would be ok)
-openings for power and volume button SLIGHTLY restrict access to buttons (smaller fingers wont have this issue) and compared to the extra firmness of the tudia cases sealed buttons, I say both cases are comparable for ease of button pressing
-honey comb pattern inside the case CAN POTENTIALLY damage the phones back cover
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