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[Q] ottorbox defender or case mate tough case

hey guys
so i wanted you opinion on the ottorbox defender case and the case mate tough case... for the sumsang infuse 4g
ottorbox:
http://www.otterbox.com/Samsung-Inf...color=20&start=1&cgid=samsung-infuse-4g-cases
casemate:
http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Infuse-4G-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Infuse-4G-Tough-Cases.asp
my main reason for asking is:
the thickness of the cases and how well it does in day to day life...( i can see the ottorbox is bit on the bulky side hence why im asking)
and
how is the screen protector on the case mate tough case?
i posted the sites of both the cases.
any help is appreciated

I'd go with the casemate over an otter, but check out my case.
http://www.myincipio.com/Samsung-In...CRYLIC-Hard-Shell-Case-with-Silicone-Core.asp
Shared it in another thread. It's very protective and non-bulky.
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I have the white on gray.
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Lol listen to Kevin, I just bought the incipio too. Very nice.
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Sarius24 said:
Lol listen to Kevin, I just bought the incipio too. Very nice.
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my silicrylic will be coming in today, I still got the 'texting/driving can wait' protection just to be safe lol.
The incipio silicrylic is a very nice case.

Good choice of case.
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Both are nice. I'd go with the Otterbox I suppose.
I love my Ballistic HC case. http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Infuse-Ballistic-Black-Holster/dp/B005BTBGEO

Personally I will always stand by otterbox. Great cases

I love my Otterbox...
I originally had one for my iPhone, and dropped it at work from, seriously no joke, 20 feet up... not a scratch on the phone itself.
Just a little gouge in the case, but the phone still worked flawlessly!

[Q] 3DO Cases

What's the consensus opinion on the D3O cases sold by T-Mobile?
I bought one with my Sensation today, and I would like know it's worth the $30, but there doesn't seem to be a lot of information about them on the board.
I bought it because I don't want a repeat of the fate the befell my late HD2 when one day it flew out of my hand 10 feet backwards and landed on concrete, shattering literally the entire screen. There's no cure for clumsy, so my hope is that the shock-absorption technology will protect my phone from my ailment.

I got the clear one on mine it's great I can throw it Against the floor and it won't do anything. Overall it's a great product I don't regret purchasing it at all.
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Do you use the plastic backing? I find it awfully odd that the only thing protecting the back is a piece of plastic. (Doubly odd since the D3O case for the SGII is a 1-piece unit with rubber backing.)

ttownfeen said:
Do you use the plastic backing? I find it awfully odd that the only thing protecting the back is a piece of plastic. (Doubly odd since the 3DO case for the SGII is a 1-piece unit with rubber backing.)
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The plastic backing is for the d30 bands. I have the clear case that you can see the orange d30 on the sides.
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Guys, are thia case worth it? You can litterally throw it and hit it it wpnt break? Wont the screen crack?
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there is not a case available that will protect the screen completely. Most will help drops. It's a sacrifice of size versus your clumsiness. LOL.
I would love a good looking and protective case. with a rubber inside and not so slick outside so it doesn't slip from my hands.
I have seen the 3DO. I think for the price you could find better IMHO.

AggieCowboy92 said:
there is not a case available that will protect the screen completely. Most will help drops. It's a sacrifice of size versus your clumsiness. LOL.
I would love a good looking and protective case. with a rubber inside and not so slick outside so it doesn't slip from my hands.
I have seen the 3DO. I think for the price you could find better IMHO.
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Like the casemate
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g1user101 said:
Guys, are thia case worth it? You can litterally throw it and hit it it wpnt break? Wont the screen crack?
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I have just for fun lol
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xXmystuffXx said:
The plastic backing is for the d30 bands. I have the clear case that you can see the orange d30 on the sides.
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I was confused what you were saying at first, but I think you have the one-piece cover and I have the band (which only covers the edge but which comes with a second plastic piece to cover the back - no D3O material in the back). There's also a dual-layer cover similar to the Case-Mate Tough and Otterbox Commuter, but it's not available for the Sensation 4G, apparently.

AggieCowboy92 said:
there is not a case available that will protect the screen completely. Most will help drops. It's a sacrifice of size versus your clumsiness. LOL.
I would love a good looking and protective case. with a rubber inside and not so slick outside so it doesn't slip from my hands.
I have seen the 3DO. I think for the price you could find better IMHO.
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I especially am displeased that the band costs more than the cover. I don't get it.

If you're going to get the 3DO, get the one with a solid back and orange/clear around it.
I bought that for my GF, I have the black band with the clear back. It's a PITA to get that back plastic on straight AND the edges love to dig up my old Zagg and my current Skinomi screen protector. They peel the edge up...it's a pain.
As far as protection, they are awesome.
IMO...your phone is safe unless you suffer a direct hit to the screen past the case edges (like something sticking up, rock, etc.)
D30 Is military spec shock absorption material...it's good stuff.

Had both the band and the full clear case. Agreed on the band with the above post: it's a big PITA to line up and seems like it will scratch very easily, so returned it and went with clear D3O case which I have on now. Great protection IMO. A couple of things to keep in mind when you're shopping for one: check the alignment of power button and volume rocker. Out of 10-12 clear covers that I tried in different stores (T-Mobile) only 2 were perfectly aligned. Problem with misaligned power button is that pressing anywhere on upper part of the case would press the power button and lock/unlock your phone, and volume rocker buttons would only work one way/not work at all. Both very annoying. But when you find the one that works - it works perfect.
Also, on about 7 of them you could see cracks in D3O material through the outside of the clear case. On the inside it appeared perfect, so I figured if I was looking at any solid color case I wouldn't see it at all, so I went with it. Plus, the cracks were present on both of the perfectly working cases, so I didn't have much choice since I was set on a D3O case. Overall, I think it's worth the money.
That's my $.02 on it.

Anyone have a link to where these are sold can't find them anywhere
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jriv said:
Anyone have a link to where these are sold can't find them anywhere
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TMobile exclusive
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jriv said:
Anyone have a link to where these are sold can't find them anywhere
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http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/Addons/Accessories/Default.aspx?categorycode=21

Case that works with Zagg

I just got a Zagg HD screen protector and although really nice, I had to replace the first one because the current case that I have was pushing up the edges of the film, causing crap to get under it. I just got the replacement and have yet to put it on as I do not want to have it happen again. Does anyone else have a Zagg and some other case (other than the zagg full body protector) that works with it?

I'm using the incipio Silicrylic case! Love it. It did start to peel up one corner but i quickly restuck it and no problems since. With most case just be careful putting them on, that's when you can really peel off your screen protector. Speck cases are pretty friendly as well, at least they were for the past phones I've owned.
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People also say they get the otterbox commuter and defenders with the zagg on amazon, but personally, I find those cases too bulky for my tastes. I want something on the same level as the case that I have. Flexible and easy to put on/remove along with not adding too much bulk.

I dont have Zagg, (skinomi here but same technology) but I use the Incipio Dual Silicrylic. Never had any peel ups and I love the case

Sccrluk9 said:
I dont have Zagg, (skinomi here but same technology) but I use the Incipio Dual Silicrylic. Never had any peel ups and I love the case
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This one?

I use the black body glove with the kickstand and with a Zagg installed with no problems...
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I have a zagg and use a otterbox commuter case with no problems here.
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DangerIsGo said:
This one?
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Nope this one
http://www.amazon.com/Incipio-SA-305-Silicrylic-Silicone-Samsung/dp/B0085VAPP6/ref=pd_sim_cps_1
Ive heard the Shine ones are a little different and dont work as well.

Sccrluk9 said:
Nope this one
http://www.amazon.com/Incipio-SA-305-Silicrylic-Silicone-Samsung/dp/B0085VAPP6/ref=pd_sim_cps_1
Ive heard the Shine ones are a little different and dont work as well.
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That's the one I have as well just in blue!
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I have a zagg hd with trident aegis case. No problems at all.
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egore93 said:
I have a zagg and use a otterbox commuter case with no problems here.
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+1
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Sccrluk9 said:
Nope this one
http://www.amazon.com/Incipio-SA-305-Silicrylic-Silicone-Samsung/dp/B0085VAPP6/ref=pd_sim_cps_1
Ive heard the Shine ones are a little different and dont work as well.
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Thats the EXACT one I have. I also have Zagg HD and this case coveres the edges of the Zagg perfectly. The only time you will see the end of the Zagg is aroudn the Camera and speaker, other than that all the ends are coverd as well as sides.
My Gripe though... Too thick. Was thinking about Zagg Body armour.
Any thoughts?

scrosler said:
Thats the EXACT one I have. I also have Zagg HD and this case coveres the edges of the Zagg perfectly. The only time you will see the end of the Zagg is aroudn the Camera and speaker, other than that all the ends are coverd as well as sides.
My Gripe though... Too thick. Was thinking about Zagg Body armour.
Any thoughts?
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Hmm I thought it keeps the slim design of the phone very nicely. Not too thick at all. If you want a hard case this will be the most slim you get.

I got this one, love it.
amazon.com/elago-Galaxy-Verizon-T-Mobile-Carriers/dp/B008ATCSBC/ref=sr_1_11?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1345776788&sr=1-11&keywords=galaxy+s3
It's very slim and don't wrap over the top.

My Amzer case comes with a holster, but it's a hard case that wraps tight and is rather low-profile out of the holster (the phone and case are a bit smudgy because I quickly took these pictures during a brief break from housework; you can click for bigger pics):
IMG_1813-1 by ooofest, on Flickr
IMG_1816-2 by ooofest, on Flickr
IMG_1819-3 by ooofest, on Flickr
This phone has already survived four direct falls -three of those times on concrete.
- ooofest

Hands down the best case that works perfectly with the Zagg HD is the Seidio Active.
This is the one I use and honestly I always use Seidio. You will not be sorry if you get this case.

I use a OEM beltclip case that I got from verizon, no issues what so ever.

I use an otter box commuter and removed the built in screen protector and use the invisisheild HD perfectly with it

trafalger888 said:
I use an otter box commuter and removed the built in screen protector and use the invisisheild HD perfectly with it
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Really? I have a Commuter as well. Is there any peeling around the edges of your screen protector? Do you remove the case often? If so, do you find yourself having any issues trying not to mess up the screen protector since the case fits so tight?
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trafalger888 said:
I use an otter box commuter and removed the built in screen protector and use the invisisheild HD perfectly with it
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If you have the built in screen protector that would be the defender series.
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[SF COATED] SPIGEN SGP Samsung Galaxy S4 Case Protective S View Cover

UPS just dropped this off 5 minutes ago. My first impression is that this is the best case for the gs4 for people who want a cover style case. This is the case that Samsung should have made for the gs4. It definitely mimics the curves of the gs4 very well. It has generous port openings that looks to even fit third party adapters. It also has the it blaster port opening. The headphone opening fits all of my headphones such as the vmoda m100, audeo phonak pfe232 and velodyne vpulse. The hinge is made of plastic but this case definitely feels high quality.
http://www.amazon.com/SPIGEN-SGP-Pr...3911394&sr=1-2-fkmr0&keywords=spigen+sg4+view
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My recommendation.... Buy this case immediately. It can be broken down into 3 different styles of case.
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i have the regular spigen slim armor case and love it. they make quality stuff

I have the white version of this case and completely agree with everything you said , highly recommend this case to anyone looking for a flip/sview case

bayniner said:
I have the white version of this case and completely agree with everything you said , highly recommend this case to anyone looking for a flip/sview case
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This is the first case I had for the gs4 that I have been totally satisfied with.
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Can you flip the cover backward so you can hold the phone nicely? If yes, are the camera and flash still exposed? Thanks.

daihung1 said:
Can you flip the cover backward so you can hold the phone nicely? If yes, are the camera and flash still exposed? Thanks.
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Yes you can fold it back all the way. The screen on the case exposes the camera. If you want the camera totally unblocked, then hold the cover halfway open.
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actually, im not a fan of that clip thing on the cover and how the hinge sticks out...makes it catch on clothing when removing from pockets
So i just use the normal samsung S-view case with the Spigen backplate for the s-view case
http://www.amazon.com/SPIGEN-SGP-Sa...=8-4&keywords=spigen+samsung+galaxy+s4+s-view

eyecon82 said:
actually, im not a fan of that clip thing on the cover and how the hinge sticks out...makes it catch on clothing when removing from pockets
So i just use the normal samsung S-view case with the Spigen backplate for the s-view case
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Im not sure of how it would clip on clothing. If its in my pocket then it is closed. Its only open when I want full screen access.
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dee32181 said:
Im not sure of how it would clip on clothing. If its in my pocket then it is closed. Its only open when I want full screen access.
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the hinge ..not the clip.....
the hinge sticks out just a little bit, so if there are any lose threads in your pocket ,or suit jacket, it will pull at them
I wish they could have made the hinge more flush

dee32181 said:
This is the first case I had for the gs4 that I have been totally satisfied with.
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Got the black one yesterday and loved the way it looked but shipped it back immediately. I thought "smooth black" would actually feel smooth but instead its kind of rough and almost sticky. Dust and lint immediately stuck to it before I even got the chance to pocket it. The texture was similar to the way the inner casing of otterboxes used to be (after enough complaints about dust and lint sticking to it they finally changed the material to a smoother, more dust free material).
Based on the reviews it seems like that white model is different? If so I may go for that instead. Otherwise the case is pretty slick.
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eyecon82 said:
the hinge ..not the clip.....
the hinge sticks out just a little bit, so if there are any lose threads in your pocket ,or suit jacket, it will pull at them
I wish they could have made the hinge more flush
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The hinge barely syicks out. I havent had any problems with it catching.
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zeroxg4 said:
Got the black one yesterday and loved the way it looked but shipped it back immediately. I thought "smooth black" would actually feel smooth but instead its kind of rough and almost sticky. Dust and lint immediately stuck to it before I even got the chance to pocket it. The texture was similar to the way the inner casing of otterboxes used to be (after enough complaints about dust and lint sticking to it they finally changed the material to a smoother, more dust free material).
Based on the reviews it seems like that white model is different? If so I may go for that instead. Otherwise the case is pretty slick.
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Mine gathers a lil lint but its not nearly as bad as the silicone from otterbox cases or untreated silicone. It wipes off very easily.
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eyecon82 said:
actually, im not a fan of that clip thing on the cover and how the hinge sticks out...makes it catch on clothing when removing from pockets
So i just use the normal samsung S-view case with the Spigen backplate for the s-view case
http://www.amazon.com/SPIGEN-SGP-Sa...=8-4&keywords=spigen+samsung+galaxy+s4+s-view
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I prefer the case having the clip todue to the fact that it keeps the case closed. I dont use my samsung s view case due to the case flapping open.
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zeroxg4 said:
Got the black one yesterday and loved the way it looked but shipped it back immediately. I thought "smooth black" would actually feel smooth but instead its kind of rough and almost sticky. Dust and lint immediately stuck to it before I even got the chance to pocket it. The texture was similar to the way the inner casing of otterboxes used to be (after enough complaints about dust and lint sticking to it they finally changed the material to a smoother, more dust free material).
Based on the reviews it seems like that white model is different? If so I may go for that instead. Otherwise the case is pretty slick.
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Yes I have the white model and it has a gloss finish
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eyecon82 said:
actually, im not a fan of that clip thing on the cover and how the hinge sticks out...makes it catch on clothing when removing from pockets
So i just use the normal samsung S-view case with the Spigen backplate for the s-view case
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I have both the spigen sview and the samsung sview with the spigen cover, the samsung and spigen combo Is nice but the case would constantly open in my pocket due to lack of latch and their for was draining my battery, with the spigen sview dont have to worry about it opening and it looks alot nicer and offers more protection, ive had mine since release and it have never once gotten cought on anything

Mine should be arriving this week. I cannot wait
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dee32181 said:
The hinge barely syicks out. I havent had any problems with it catching.
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it's the 90 degree angle that gets caught on things..sometimes..so i made a habit of putting my thumb on it before taking it out of the pocket

eyecon82 said:
it's the 90 degree angle that gets caught on things..sometimes..so i made a habit of putting my thumb on it before taking it out of the pocket
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Im not saying you didnt have problems. I am saying I havent had any. I appreciate your input though.
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dee32181 said:
Im not saying you didnt have problems. I am saying I havent had any. I appreciate your input though.
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Just noticed you have a screen protector and a flip cover!
Paranoid much?
Seriously man, ditch the screen protector. It takes away from the screen beauty and screws up the tactile smoothness between your finger and screen

Dropped phone = new case (pics)

so a few weeks back i dropped my phone in a parking lot with small, lose gravel rocks. i like a naked phone but this damage made me want a case. i don't like bulky stuff so i went with this slim case from ebay. its 0.5mm thin.
what i love about the case is that its fingerprint and smuge free. and i just like the look better.
pics of the damage.
ouch
ouch
case and phone

Ouch indeed. But that case doesn't protect top and bottom from those little rocks!

AshyKnuttz said:
Ouch indeed. But that case doesn't protect top and bottom from those little rocks!
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haha i know... just hope i dont drop it again lol

Sorry bout the damage. I use to think I wouldnt like a big bulky case until I got one. Its alot easier to hold I dont know how many times ive dropped my phone laying in bed. Not to mention my hands dont cramp anymore either. Something that small I would be worried about the shock from dropping it would transfer right to the phone. Will save from chips and whatnot but a hard enough drop I think it would transfer to where it counts, the screen/glass. I dont know how many times I dropped my s3 onto the concrete. Using a case with a silicone core and a hard skeleton definitely saved it. Still looks brand new right out of the box. My .02
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Check out the seidio convert. You might like it. It has the active I think its called at its core. A minimalistic case much like your but its also has a silicone you can wrap it in and then a hard skeleton on the outside. Nice because when your at home you can take off the rugged elements and have it in the slim case. Once again my .02
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I bought that same case actually, but mine doesn't fit with the battery cover on. Such an awesome case, but doesn't feel like it protects the phone TOO much.

albert1500 said:
haha i know... just hope i dont drop it again lol
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After dropping and damaging it one would think you would have preferred a thicker case
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Pr1meSuspect said:
After dropping and damaging it one would think you would have preferred a thicker case
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haha you would think so, i just cant stand the bulky cases

don't forget to take the plastic ring off the camera
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edisepic said:
don't forget to take the plastic ring off the camera
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whats the deal with that?

albert1500 said:
whats the deal with that?
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Nothing, you don't have to. Won't interfere with anything.
If you can't stand the look of it: take it off.
If you want some added protection: leave it on. I'm with this camp :good:

I have one of those cases as well. Don't you feel that its too slippery? Kinda makes me scared of dropping it.

I actually use 3 different cases for different occasions.
1. Spigen slim armor if I'm outside all day
2. Regular tpu for around the home and office
3. Wallet case when flying (folds into a stand and has pockets for id cards)
Buy a few more cheap case types if you can so you wont be stuck in one particular type

I'm using a desmay case which I think is 0.4mm thin, looks similar to the one you got

lambstone said:
I have one of those cases as well. Don't you feel that its too slippery? Kinda makes me scared of dropping it.
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haha yeah same here. i just try and be careful about it.

Check out the bug droidexo case from cruzerlite it adds no bulk
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Try one of those cases from diztronic if you can
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I have never used a case on any of my phones. My 2 year old threw my s4 across the room the other day. Luckily it was on carpet so nothing happened to it. After looking at thousands of cases on ebay I just decided on the neo hybrid. I hate cases/covers....
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glass screen protector and a case are a must. but a case that can protect all sides