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Otterbox Defender Series Now Available for Desire

Greetings All,
I just wanted to let everyone know that the Otterbox Defender Series is now available for our HTC Desires. I am sure that I am not the only one who has been patiently awaiting it.
I have not used an Otterbox product before, however have read some reviews and they were all positive, so that was what justified the price on it. I love my Desire and it's worth the money for the added protection for the phone.
If anyone is planning on getting one, make sure you google search for a COUPON CODE first, I managed to save 10% on mine, and if you live in the US I believe you can get find a code for free shipping.
Also, if anyone has any experience with Otterbox, I'm sure the other Desire owners would be interested in hearing it.
I cannot post links, but if you go to Otterbox DOT com or do a google search you can easily find the site.

...I don't see any ''new'' case for the desire. The 2 models have always been the same.

Yes, but up until now the defender series case was listed as coming soon.
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I am taking the availability claim with a pinch of salt.
I took the time to order the Commuter case for the Desire from the Otterbox website 3 weeks ago when it was showing as "in stock".
Only after 3 weeks and a couple of emails have I been told that it has not even been shipped yet as it is not yet available.
Somewhat annoyed.

Ouch. Nothing worse than waiting for stuff to arrive in the mail - and then to find out that it hadn't been sent at all.

Well there definately in stock, mines just arrived. get on it lads.
I'll be reviewing mine when i get a mo. I'll let you know the score.

Looks pretty bulky. Makes a sleek phone not so sleek.

depends on application really.
i work in the building industry so i need something HD i can't be dropping it out on a building site and it explodes into pieces.
I think if your looking for sleek head for the communte

If you are in the UK you can order both defender and commuter from play.com - still have to wait a few weeks though !!
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As someone who regularly does reviews for OtterBox, I can say, with great pride, that the products they release are great (for those who haven't used them). Just be prepared, if you buy the Defender, your device WILL be larger than many may want it to be. Above form, although they do take it into consideration, functionality is it's primary goal and it does it well!

I got mine yesterday, it does add some bulk to the phone but I do like how rugged it looks. Shipping was quick for me, but I am in North America so that had a factor in shipping speed.
The phone feels well protected. It feels as if I dropped it, the phone would be okay. I have access to all my buttons and ports. The camera is not hindered at all and it has an opening for the external speaker. The light sensor and notification LED have openings as well.
The front part of the case has a screen protector attached. This is my only complaint with the product. I wish I could remove their screen protector and just use a generic one. The touch screen is still responsive but I like a generic one because it's easier to replace when it gets scratched.
Keep this all with a grain of salt, as I've only had the product for a day. This is more of a first look than an in depth review.
I hope this helps people who are considering this product for their Desire.
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How much bigger is the desire with the defender ? I have one on order but worried it might be too big.
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shaboobla said:
I got mine yesterday, it does add some bulk to the phone but I do like how rugged it looks. Shipping was quick for me, but I am in North America so that had a factor in shipping speed.
The phone feels well protected. It feels as if I dropped it, the phone would be okay. I have access to all my buttons and ports. The camera is not hindered at all and it has an opening for the external speaker. The light sensor and notification LED have openings as well.
The front part of the case has a screen protector attached. This is my only complaint with the product. I wish I could remove their screen protector and just use a generic one. The touch screen is still responsive but I like a generic one because it's easier to replace when it gets scratched.
Keep this all with a grain of salt, as I've only had the product for a day. This is more of a first look than an in depth review.
I hope this helps people who are considering this product for their Desire.
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Could you post some pics with and without phone .
Also the pictures of screen guard you mentioned .

Their website:
http://www.otterbox.com/htc-cases/htc-desire-cases/
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Got mine today (from Fort Collins, CO to my doorstep in 2 days. Not bad).
Has no one posted pics? I'll take some if no one else has.

For those wanting to use their own screen protectors, check out the Case-Mate Tough Case. Had it two weeks and I love it. It comes with a screen protector, and it's the best I've applied. You are free to use your own though.
Uses the same dual material construction of soft silicone rubber inner, and hard plastic outer shell. And when I got it from play.com it was in sale at £15. Would have Been happy had I paid full price though. Very well made case.
Adds minor bulk, you Just have to decide yourself what compromise you are prepared to make on form over function. Personally I like the look and feel it lends the phone. Plus it comes off easy enough when you are home. Sure the otterbox offering well be similar.
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sorch said:
Got mine today (from Fort Collins, CO to my doorstep in 2 days. Not bad).
Has no one posted pics? I'll take some if no one else has.
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Some okay-ish pictures uploaded.
A couple of points:
The buttons and trackpad are accomodated by cutouts in the plastic film. Because the film doesn't stick to the phone (at least it doesn't to mine), it makes pressing the buttons a little more difficult than it otherwise could be. It also means that dust/dirt could get in.
The plastic film doesn't fit close to the screen toward the bottom as it does at the top. This means that touches aren't registered until you push the film down onto the screen as you press. The top is fine. A little annoying, but not the end of the world.
Does anyone else's Defender do the same?
Someone posted asking how much bigger it is. I'd say that it doubles the thickness, and not a lot to the height/width. Certainly very chunky.

sorch said:
Does anyone else's Defender do the same?
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My defender is the same, the screen protector is not a perfect fit. I think that the screen protector that comes attached to the faceplate could be easily removed, and I plan on trying to do so when my fresh batch of stock screen protectors comes in.. (bought some cheap anti-glare ones from ebay)
Other than that minor annoyance, I really am satisfied and impressed with the case. Sorry about not posting pics, but my only camera is my phone...

The defender case has even the screen and the button covered .The track button is obstructed for easy scrolling ?
The commuter case looks good in this case .
@sorch thanks for photos .

Ok, I have decided to cancel my defender order with play. Looks too big and to many issues with the screen protector. I'm considering the commuter case now - any one got it yet?
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Do you use protection or do you go bare? Cases and screen protectors, you pervs...

I bought a gel skin and a screen protector at T-mobile in the mall today. Already took them both off because they made the phone look and feel like **** in my hand. Honestly, it felt like the same dimensions as an iPhone. Yuck.
I know I'm gonna drop it eventually, but it looks even ****tier in the case than it would with scratches, so **** it. This is such a sexy phone I just want to look at it all the time.
What's everyone else doing?

I have the red one... dude I couldn't stand to hold my phone for even 5 minutes without a case lol maybe I'm going through my babying phase but if I gotta be with this for next 2 years then I gotta keep it lookin new at all times. It's just too slick to me without a case imo
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Do you have a pic of the case you got? I have the black and clear case with the kickstand. Only 20bucks on ebay so it was a good deal compared to the t-mobile site. I'm desperately waiting for a desk dock to come out.... badly!!! Lol
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I can't stand a case either...I also can't stand the screen protector that they cut for the mt4g, cuz it is reduced glare and it seems you take away from the beautiful display. I use a leather holster that works well cuz usually when I drop my phone its usually cuz if falls out of my pocket....only draw back is its leaving black residue on my red finished part...
P.S. Love this phone
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I didn't use protection and now I got a bunch of little mt3g's running around....

still nekkid. I'm just using the G1 sleeve. It fits the MT4G perfectly.

Bare back all the way, I would rather pay for an Insurance replacement If I dropped or scratched the display. But I will not cover its natural beauty with plastic or rubber.
Coming from a Vibrant I realize that my only downgrade is the display, Everything else is an upgrade, So why would I further reduce this display with plastic or rubber. I keep one pocket empty at all times, the only thing I use this pocket for is my MT4G.

Ordered carbon fiber phantom skinz for mine, it lives in the plastic holster from tmo. Will post some shots when it arrives and gets cozy with my mt4g
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no case......tried a couple from tmo but didnt like them. the clear shell w/ kickstand was the best of the bunch but i still like the phone better totally bare

Nothing all the way around. That said, I'd like to try a clear "protector" for the battery plate so as to make it a little grippier. I had one for my iphone 3g, which helped immensely. Anyone know of one that might fit the battery plate?

coolcat615 said:
Do you have a pic of the case you got? I have the black and clear case with the kickstand. Only 20bucks on ebay so it was a good deal compared to the t-mobile site. I'm desperately waiting for a desk dock to come out.... badly!!! Lol
+1 on the desk dock. No pic handy, but it's just the basic black gel skin they sell at the T-mobile stores.
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itmustbejj said:
I didn't use protection and now I got a bunch of little mt3g's running around....
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hahaha, love it.
30Glock said:
Bare back all the way, I would rather pay for an Insurance replacement If I dropped or scratched the display. But I will not cover its natural beauty with plastic or rubber.
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Completely agree! I paid for this sexy piece of hardware, why would I cover it up with a big rubber sock?!
30Glock said:
Coming from a Vibrant I realize that my only downgrade is the display, Everything else is an upgrade, So why would I further reduce this display with plastic or rubber. I keep one pocket empty at all times, the only thing I use this pocket for is my MT4G.
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I do the same thing, nothing shares my pocket with my phone.
floepie said:
Nothing all the way around. That said, I'd like to try a clear "protector" for the battery plate so as to make it a little grippier. I had one for my iphone 3g, which helped immensely. Anyone know of one that might fit the battery plate?
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Agreed! The screen protector they gave me sucks. For iphones they have screen protectors that cover the entire front of the device, right? That's more what I had in mind.
Something similar for the rear isn't a bad idea.

I use the T-Mobile gel case and a Realook screen protector. Although I rarely ever drop my phones, the gel case gives me peace of mind. Unfortunately, it does take away from the phone's aesthetic values.

kgbkny said:
I use the T-Mobile gel case and a Realook screen protector. Although I rarely ever drop my phones, the gel case gives me peace of mind. Unfortunately, it does take away from the phone's aesthetic values.
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Yeah, peace of mind is why I bought it. It also feels clunky and bulky in the hand with the case on. Yuck.

The only protection I would consider for my phone is maybe a thin screen protector, or maybe a Golden Shellback coating to make it waterproof.

no case because it makes the phone too bulky. i do use a realook screen protector though, cant even tell its on there.

I've got the white hardshell with the thin rubber sleeve case on mine. It came with a screen protector that I've managed to scratch the heck out of somehow. It's a nice case and doesn't add much bulk to the phone. Generally I like to use the phone without a case but from past experience with rubber coating on plastic (Blackberry Bold) rubbing off, I opted for a case.

itmustbejj said:
I didn't use protection and now I got a bunch of little mt3g's running around....
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But the MT3G were first... THIS IS A
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Haha. Like I said in another thread, no case for me. To me, getting a case on a phone like this is picking up a beautiful sexy thin lady then taking her home to put a fat girl suit on her.

Haha. Like I said in another thread, no case for me. To me, getting a case on a phone like this is picking up a beautiful sexy thin lady then taking her home to put a fat girl suit on her.
That's classic. I got to write that one down.

unremarked said:
Haha. Like I said in another thread, no case for me. To me, getting a case on a phone like this is picking up a beautiful sexy thin lady then taking her home to put a fat girl suit on her.
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lol, I just said last night that it's like working out to get a great body and then wearing baggy clothes.

Built neoprene case
I just got one of the Built neoprene sleeves. I really dislike the always-on cases for phones, but this is perfect. I put a review up on the amazon page, but can't link to it since I haven't posted enough.

Kickstand?

Once someone makes one please post details in this thread.

Just received body glove cases with kick stand clip in store. Retailing for $29.99 as usual. It's not bad
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using XDA App

Just bought one of the body glove cases with a kickstand online for 17.95 with a free shipping code. I know someone in another thread got this as well recently and the pics he or she posted looked good in regards to quality but taking it apart may be a bit of a chore.
I'll post the link if anyone wants it, but I'll repost once I receive the case. I hope it works!

Post the link w/pics when u get a chance. I must have a kickstand case!

I know the Body Glove kickstand case for the HD2 was a bit of a pain to remove and seemed CLICK so loudly that people feared it might damage their device. Does the Sensation version go on and off without any noticeable issues?

galaxys said:
Post the link w/pics when u get a chance. I must have a kickstand case!
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Here you go
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14642023&postcount=5

Just got back from lunch and I got my bodyglove case. It is indeed the same you get at the tmo stores, but cheaper somewhat . As for the case, it works, it adds a bit to the phone which I am on the fence on right now. I kinda like it but takes away from the beauty of the phone. I took off the clip and put in the tab so that I would have a flat tab so that I can fit it into the leather case I also have.
I did try the stand. It works but seems a bit flimsy. I just don't like having my phones' face exposed to the elements like door jams and door handles and desk drawers at my office, so that is why I chose to not have that clip on. I don't know...I may want to sell this case in a day....anyone want it for 15 bux shipped?
Anyways here are the pics taken from the sensation. I do not have any pics of the case with the actual case on of course
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I would be considering the body glove case for my new sensation, but the same case on my G2X actually started scratching the side of my phone. It's plastic on plastic, it makes scratches. Maybe it's different cause of the shape of the sensation (I hope so), but beware.
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dj75728 said:
I would be considering the body glove case for my new sensation, but the same case on my G2X actually started scratching the side of my phone. It's plastic on plastic, it makes scratches. Maybe it's different cause of the shape of the sensation (I hope so), but beware.
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The only plastic is actually the top part that snaps on. It is kinda flimsy but fits nice and flush with the phone and no movement what so ever.
After a few hours, the case is growing on me but I may want to just get rid of it and buy the leather one from expansys that ships in a week.

hitman21888 said:
Just received body glove cases with kick stand clip in store. Retailing for $29.99 as usual. It's not bad
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Can you please tell me the URL where I can buy this?

The kickstand looks bulky, but whatever, it looks nice once it's standing up
I can put that in horizontal mode right?

rafarataneneces said:
The kickstand looks bulky, but whatever, it looks nice once it's standing up
I can put that in horizontal mode right?
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Yes I forgot to do a shot in that mode. Sorry! LOL

kpjimmy said:
Yes I forgot to do a shot in that mode. Sorry! LOL
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Pictures, pictures please
I sued my landlord for $3000
I have some extra cash for the summer
The problem was that I had rodents (disgusting), so they took longer than 30 days
So I took a couple of pictures and threatened them to go to court and file for A LOT more money that my original request ($3K)
SO I had a meeting with the Vice-President of the corporation, it was a pretty nasty meeting, but anyway, I got my money
Bottom line is "A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS "
In my case, I spend $5 printing two pictures, I showed them to the Vice-President, and then we settled off-court

OMG that kickstand is nasty. Can't they make one that is more discrete?

methodz said:
OMG that kickstand is nasty. Can't they make one that is more discrete?
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we need this in our lives
http://shop.htcpedia.com/htc-evo-3d-kickstand-case.html

tmotechsupport said:
we need this in our lives
http://shop.htcpedia.com/htc-evo-3d-kickstand-case.html
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Hell yes we do. That bodyglove case looks like ass.
I emailed them asking if they're going to be making/selling one for the sensation.

Paging Dr B said:
Hell yes we do. That bodyglove case looks like ass.
I emailed them asking if they're going to be making/selling one for the sensation.
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Please let us know if the respond.
And yes I concur, the bg kickstand looks like a$$. I have since put the tab in there so that I have a smooth back and put that together and stills fit in my universal cheapy leather ebay holster.

I'd be surprised if HTC don't drop a hardshell with a kickstand. That body glove is nasty.

I checked out the body glove/kickstand at the Tmob store...

kpjimmy said:
Just got back from lunch and I got my bodyglove case. It is indeed the same you get at the tmo stores, but cheaper somewhat . As for the case, it works, it adds a bit to the phone which I am on the fence on right now. I kinda like it but takes away from the beauty of the phone. I took off the clip and put in the tab so that I would have a flat tab so that I can fit it into the leather case I also have.
I did try the stand. It works but seems a bit flimsy. I just don't like having my phones' face exposed to the elements like door jams and door handles and desk drawers at my office, so that is why I chose to not have that clip on. I don't know...I may want to sell this case in a day....anyone want it for 15 bux shipped?
Anyways here are the pics taken from the sensation. I do not have any pics of the case with the actual case on of course
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Hey where did you get that pouch to the right of the body glove?

[Q] Anyone tried Case-Mate Pop! for HTC Sensation Hard Case?

Doing hours of research on all diffrent types of cases i can apon the theory that case-mate are some of the best cases for the phone.. but i can across these Pop! branded hard cases and wanted to know if anyone else has one or seen one in the wild and what there thoughts are.. The case looks great, but its a heafty $34.00 for one.
Link:http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Sensation-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-Sensation-Pop-Cases.asp
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I love the case, I have the black and grey version and I've been using it for just over 2 weeks now. The grey is a nice soft tactile grip and the main part of the case is a nice hard and smooth rubber compound that feels more like plastic then rubber. Fits the phone very nice, and its a dream to hold on to. But its a pain to take it out if you ever need to get access to the battery or memory card.
The only real con I found is that glossy black plastic scratches easily and shows the scratches but better the case then my phone.
Buttons are very easy to push and you don't have to struggle with them.
Now I have had one accident since I've had my case and I know it saved my phone from damage.
If there was an Otterbox Defender for out phone it would be over $60 and provide about the same protection. I'd would recommend this case.

I don't understand how people scratche their HTC!
Its the only devices that have unscratchable materials,I had an N1, DHD and now Sensation with no cases...never had any single scratches (apart the N1 screen)

Neostarchild said:
I love the case, I have the black and grey version and I've been using it for just over 2 weeks now. The grey is a nice soft tactile grip and the main part of the case is a nice hard and smooth rubber compound that feels more like plastic then rubber. Fits the phone very nice, and its a dream to hold on to. But its a pain to take it out if you ever need to get access to the battery or memory card.
The only real con I found is that glossy black plastic scratches easily and shows the scratches but better the case then my phone.
Buttons are very easy to push and you don't have to struggle with them.
Now I have had one accident since I've had my case and I know it saved my phone from damage.
If there was an Otterbox Defender for out phone it would be over $60 and provide about the same protection. I'd would recommend this case.
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From the reviews I've seen this is a solid product... ill try it out
Sent from my Sensation 4g running amazingly awesome cm7

I have this one http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Sensation-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-Sensation-Tough-Cases.asp
and its been really good and had it for about 5 months.

knuhkles said:
Doing hours of research on all diffrent types of cases i can apon the theory that case-mate are some of the best cases for the phone.. but i can across these Pop! branded hard cases and wanted to know if anyone else has one or seen one in the wild and what there thoughts are.. The case looks great, but its a heafty $34.00 for one.
Link:http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Sensation-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-Sensation-Pop-Cases.asp
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Love it. Adds bulk to the phone, but it looks dope so I don't mind. Mucho protection too.
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using xda premium

If you haven't made the purchase yet, take a look at the Seidio Active case for the sensation. I've had it about a week now and it is a fantastic case. Not too much bulk, cutouts are positioned perfectly, and buttons are easily accessible. Plus I bought the one with the kick stand built in, which is a nice extra feature.
Sent from my HTC Sensation XE with Beats Audio using XDA App

Just got this case today and its great.. adds a little bulk but it feels nice. Looks great also. Already got 3 compliments today. Very easy to put on and take off. Fits snug. Buttons push easy. Recommended to anybody that doesn't mind a little bulk.
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using XDA App

Don't waste your money, when new looks awesome but it gets scratch very easy. I buy a Trident Aegis and have no regreet. SBME

deadpool2e said:
I have this one http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Sensation-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-Sensation-Tough-Cases.asp
and its been really good and had it for about 5 months.
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I have tough case for 2 days now!! Awesome!! ^^
Love the rubber feeling more than plastic if compare to pop type. Avoid scratch i think.
Anyway, its quite difficult to get here in Malaysia. Almost all of the seller i ask had no stock!! Im quit lucky since when i buy this tough case is the last stock remain at the moment
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Just received this case. Very nice and greatly built. Only minus is that back is scrach sensitive. And the phone becomes little bit "fat" (add 2-4 mm) Buttons is still very responsive and everything is fine.
I would recommend to buy from case-mate.com with coupon from http://www.retailmenot.com/view/case-mate.com
I have bought it with 25% helloween coupon and I have received my case in 9 days. (from USA to Lithuania).
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Does anyone have a problem with plugging in the data cable?
I had the bottom one,and had to cut the edge of the shell of the cable to fit smoothly.
P.s. could be my cable is odd....

samo_ said:
Does anyone have a problem with plugging in the data cable?
I had the bottom one,and had to cut the edge of the shell of the cable to fit smoothly.
P.s. could be my cable is odd....
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No problems at all.. the case has a pretty good sized cutout for the data cable.
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using XDA App

saniauskis said:
Just received this case. Very nice and greatly built. Only minus is that back is scrach sensitive. And the phone becomes little bit "fat" (add 2-4 mm) Buttons is still very responsive and everything is fine.
I would recommend to buy from case-mate.com with coupon from http://www.retailmenot.com/view/case-mate.com
I have bought it with 25% helloween coupon and I have received my case in 9 days. (from USA to Lithuania).
In the end i'm attaching some photos:
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Awesome... is there any new coupons for the case?
Sent from my Sensation 4g running amazingly awesome cm7

knuhkles said:
Awesome... is there any new coupons for the case?
Sent from my Sensation 4g running amazingly awesome cm7
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Also I have received Tough Case and Barely There Case today from case-mate.
I can say POP! case is far the best, gives the best protection.
Barely There case is even funny. It has almost no protection from dropping the phone. It just makes 1mm protection from scraches.
And the tough case is like cheaper version of POP! version. And there isn't so much gum or silicone whathever the material inside is in the tough case that it is in POP!.
POP is far the best case for me yet (from case-mate production).

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I know this thread is a bit old, but just got this case in the mail today. From the experienced guys who have this case...what is the best way to start taking the case off?
Work from the bottom up? Bottom down? Or sides? For the life of me I have no clue Feel like I'm gonna split the phone in half, trying to get this on or off!
Thanks!

Cases?

i need a htc sensation phone case cheap and good. what are my options

rch979 said:
i need a htc sensation phone case cheap and good. what are my options
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I would suggest this pouch:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/HTC-Sensati...e=UTF8&qid=1329437355&sr=8-1&tag=acleint06-21
Really minimalistic look and feel.
Or get a :
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Supergets-Q...e=UTF8&qid=1329437392&sr=8-1&tag=acleint06-21
Or if you want to shell out some money:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Otterbox-Co...=UTF8&qid=1329437392&sr=8-10&tag=acleint06-21

Do not buy the OtterBox, always loved her, but the sensation was very bad. Case mate beautiful

I hate to be one of "those" people but theres already at least 2 very helpful CASE threads, lots of info and lots of pics so go to search and check them out.

i think that case-mate have many cases that are beautiful and enough proofing for Sensation.

There are mesh cases on ebay for about 2$.
I'm not sure how they will handle a fall, but they will protect the back cover from scratches.
Here is an example:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/250990237606?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
edit:
Just came home from work and the case was in the mail box.
My first impression is:
The case looks GREAT! The phone fits very well. there are holes for all the antennas (all the case is full of holes). I don't think it will protect your phone from a fall to the floor, but it will definitely protect it from scratches on the back cover AND on the screen! It has about 0.5-1mm "rail" on the screen side so when the phone is up side down, the screen does not touch the surface. It is possible to remove the back cover without taking off the case. I think the holes will help the phone to cool off.
I will try to post some pictures later if any one is interested.

If you don't mind waiting about 10 days, best bargain I've found IF you want a very thin and minimalistic case WITH Screen protector, here you go:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TPU-Silicon...875643?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item1c20d468bb
I ordered about a dozen for myself and coworkers. I got them at 1.99 shipped each, but they went up just a bit. For that price, get a few different colors.
Nice, tight fit and all holes are unobstructed and well cut out.

Never buying a hardcase again!
Never buying a hardcase again!
Sure the mesh ones look awesome but that's it, I bought 1 from ebay and it broke around the volume buttons within days of receiving.
Got a replacement from the seller and same thing!
Ended up getting a full refund.
Bought a $30 solid hard case from my local Optus Store (I'm an Aussie), was great for a few weeks then it too broke, they offered me a replacement but I opted for the full refund.
Totally disillusioned with hard cases!
Now I am about to test one of the TPU Clear Silicon Cases, fingers crossed it does the trick and doesn't some how melt and fuse itself to my Sensation XE.

Ballistic
I bought this case from amazon and the pics online look weird but in person its a nice looking case and solid feel and weight to it. http://www.amazon.com/Ballistic-SA0...sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1330012302&sr=8-1-spell
There is a grey one and black. I got the black one . The company also has a website goballistic.com

I bought one of these, we'll see how it is
http://www.amazon.com/Ecell-HEAD-DE...LB48/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1330014413&sr=8-3
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The case came in yesterday, it's mediocre.
The case is securely in place but not very secure, it's fairly easy to take the phone out of it. It is thin so that means that it doesn't cover the front of the phone at all.
Also the camouflage paint doesn't go to the edges

I would be careful; in my experience cases will compound wifi problems with this phone (as in block the antenna). With my two cases I can never achieve a full 3 bar Wi-Fi signal.

runderekrun said:
I would be careful; in my experience cases will compound wifi problems with this phone (as in block the antenna). With my two cases I can never achieve a full 3 bar Wi-Fi signal.
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Mine is fine with ballistic data and wifi
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using xda premium

Ive been using this one for a couple weeks and havent experienced any noticeable signal loss and it looks great. Not bad for £2.99
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270834128025?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
But if you want something cooler, I just ordered one of these game boy cases
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190620282...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2648#ht_2406wt_1139

I just got this one and so far i like it... pretty cheap too

seidio cases are great. 2 piece case, one with rubber gel case and a attachable back stand.

runderekrun said:
I would be careful; in my experience cases will compound wifi problems with this phone (as in block the antenna). With my two cases I can never achieve a full 3 bar Wi-Fi signal.
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I have had many cases and none had any signal issues.
sparx180 said:
Ive been using this one for a couple weeks and havent experienced any noticeable signal loss and it looks great. Not bad for £2.99
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270834128025?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
But if you want something cooler, I just ordered one of these game boy cases
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190620282...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2648#ht_2406wt_1139
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I have something like that but sold it. It's a great case for the cash, but you can see even in the pic on ebay that the top button is not aligned properly. Other than that those cases are my 3rd fav case.
Ndokami said:
I just got this one and so far i like it... pretty cheap too
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Looks decent but looks like a lint magnet. But if you are ok with it, then that's what matters right?
mckellick said:
seidio cases are great. 2 piece case, one with rubber gel case and a attachable back stand.
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That's my travel case. Great case. But my fav at the moment is the clear aprolink hybrid case. It's pretty much plastic with tpu trim for grip. The only drawback is that the rubber easily scratches, but I can't see it.

mckellick said:
seidio cases are great. 2 piece case, one with rubber gel case and a attachable back stand.
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I jz ordered the active one from Amazon ... Care to comment on signal dropping on this case?
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using Tapatalk

kpjimmy said:
Looks decent but looks like a lint magnet. But if you are ok with it, then that's what matters right?
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Yeah it is a lint magnet but that's what you get what you pay for

i ordered Aprolink... waiting to get it
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Unique-Limi...757342?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a160fbfde