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Video Look: Case-Mate Tough for HTC Sensation

Hi guys,
I usually post on the Galaxy S2 forums but I've since been able to get my hands on a Sensation frequently so I'll be posting videos on cases here as well! Just wanted to show you a quick first looks at the Tough case from Case-Mate, a 2 piece hybrid case which will provide good protection for your device. Full video below:

looks lame to me, honestly, as well as bulkier than it needs to be. Too much dust/lint. That's an obvious problem just from the outset of the video itself.
I use gadget shieldz on the screen and body, and extra measure of protection, I have a TPU cover over the body. doesn't add any bulk and the phone is WELL protected.

Some of us need heavy duty protection due to the environment we are in on a daily basis. This is the kind of case I need. I have the Seidio Active Case and the Trident case. I am awaiting this case to do a three way video comparison. Hopefully mine will arrive in a couple of days. The winner will be my daily use case and the others will be sold off here.
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jlczl said:
Some of us need heavy duty protection due to the environment we are in on a daily basis. This is the kind of case I need. I have the Seidio Active Case and the Trident case. I am awaiting this case to do a three way video comparison. Hopefully mine will arrive in a couple of days. The winner will be my daily use case and the others will be sold off here.
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Yeah, I agree! Not everyone handles their phone the same way.
I'll be taking requests for case/accessories people would like to see on video if anyone is interested, on my main channel I post Galaxy S2 videos so I'm using my secondary for Sensation. Feel free to ask for anything and I'll try my best to get my hands on it

Most of the photos I've seen of this case make the hard shell look more grey than black. Is it actually a nice dark black or is it more grey?

etawful said:
Most of the photos I've seen of this case make the hard shell look more grey than black. Is it actually a nice dark black or is it more grey?
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It's not a deep black, closer to a dark grey.

Ploone said:
It's not a deep black, closer to a dark grey.
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Thanks. I guess I'll probably skip this one then.

Ploone said:
It's not a deep black, closer to a dark grey.
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I just got the Case-mate and the black is the same black as the Seidio and the Trident. I'll be posting a video tonight.
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quite average unless Parkinsons and dust mites are issues.

evereste said:
quite average unless Parkinsons and dust mites are issues.
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Hahah, I agree!

I got this Case and I love it, doesnt add that much bulk. Of course my case for the hd2 was an Otter Box defender series. Over all I LOVE this case, I love the way it feels in my hand, and it seems to be fairly durable. Id recommend it.

TheGeorgiaSwagger said:
I got this Case and I love it, doesnt add that much bulk. Of course my case for the hd2 was an Otter Box defender series. Over all I LOVE this case, I love the way it feels in my hand, and it seems to be fairly durable. Id recommend it.
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Yeah I like the case a lot too, I'm excited to get the Otterbox Commuter and see how it compares.

Sensation has got a couple of sensors built around the camera etc.
2 around the camera, 1 just beside speaker(?)
2 more close to the USB jack and lastly 1 more close to the back housing catch
My question, after putting case mate, does it effect any of the cam functions
And Especially the reception since the antenna is behind the sensation.

awesam said:
Sensation has got a couple of sensors built around the camera etc.
2 around the camera, 1 just beside speaker(?)
2 more close to the USB jack and lastly 1 more close to the back housing catch
My question, after putting case mate, does it effect any of the cam functions
And Especially the reception since the antenna is behind the sensation.
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It's time to put an end to this theory. No, covering these holes DOES NOT affect reception or usability.

Are you sure?

Cases/Pouches

Hey guys, find an interesting case? Post it here. I like this.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Har...ccessories&hash=item4d0039a6ec#ht_8629wt_1139

HTC HC C700 Ultra Thin Hard Shell Case
Here is my choice so far......just waiting for them to restock
http://shop.htcpedia.com/htc-one-x-hard-shell-case-hc-c700.html

vioalas said:
Hey guys, find an interesting case? Post it here. I like this.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Har...ccessories&hash=item4d0039a6ec#ht_8629wt_1139
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This looks really nice. Just picked one up.

I just picked up a white one too. They look pretty nice. I may end up grabbing the official clear case if I can find it in stock. Wasn't going to use a case, but the camera sticking out kind of worries me. I am really easy on my devices, but I'm concerned the lens will get scratched just from sitting it on my desk. These cases look like they have a lip that will prevent the lens from touching when sitting the phone down.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=24978268&postcount=1
I like this too. I think the black would go with the grey one X well? Same with the first case I posted, I may get those two.

vioalas said:
Hey guys, find an interesting case? Post it here. I like this.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Har...ccessories&hash=item4d0039a6ec#ht_8629wt_1139
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Interesting have one like that. Thin, matte finish, but the fit is a little tight (can scratch the smooth sides). Not very protective, and there are a few open spaces around the sides, but I like it. It DOES protect the camera lens. As for the screen protector, haven't found one that fits well on the convex sides of the screen.
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So with people now saying that the camera glass on the LTE version sits inside the metal ring (barely,but enough to prevent scratches), I may buy this case and get a dock, I was avoiding it because I didn't want scratches on the lens.
http://androidcommunity.com/htcs-of...hin-and-minimalistic-we-go-hands-on-20120420/

I always go for TPU cases, I just ordered two of them off ebay

vioalas said:
So with people now saying that the camera glass on the LTE version sits inside the metal ring (barely,but enough to prevent scratches), I may buy this case and get a dock, I was avoiding it because I didn't want scratches on the lens.
http://androidcommunity.com/htcs-of...hin-and-minimalistic-we-go-hands-on-20120420/
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Reminds me of The Fifth Element
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i don't usually buy a case but i came across these while trying to find a rogers x. i bought the gray one as i like the contrast but the red is really nice.

vioalas said:
Hey guys, find an interesting case? Post it here. I like this.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Har...ccessories&hash=item4d0039a6ec#ht_8629wt_1139
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That actually looks pretty sexy! I just wish it would wrap all the way around the phone...
I ordered these. I do not want to go through the process of ordering multiple cases due to the fact that they just won't fit, ha. I am also not a fan of those excessively bulky cases like speck
Case
Screen Protector

I'll probably pick up this Seidio Active case/holster combo once it becomes available (I have the identical one for my Inspire 4G).
The Surface version is the only one available now but I prefer the less hard case design of the Active.
I'm not sure about my screen protector of choice. I probably need to figure that out.
(I'd post the relevant links but I'm still new.)

Trident Eu has some nice cases. Hopefully make their way here. Go http://tridentcase.eu/lang-en/6-htc
Sent from a little blue planet, third from the sun.

Case mate smooth looks ok too.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQfMUmhaQNw
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http://www.skinomi.com/htconex.html
For a decent screen protector, hard to beat $8.66 after 25% discount. Prefer skinomi to zagg personally.
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vioalas said:
So with people now saying that the camera glass on the LTE version sits inside the metal ring (barely,but enough to prevent scratches), I may buy this case and get a dock, I was avoiding it because I didn't want scratches on the lens.
http://androidcommunity.com/htcs-of...hin-and-minimalistic-we-go-hands-on-20120420/
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Based on my ATT HTC One X, I don't see the metal ring protruding at all. Maybe a tiny bit, but it is barely perceptible. If the glass is below the metal ring it is just a few micrometers. A single grain of sand would be more than enough to make up the distance and scratch it up

Sean.H said:
I'll probably pick up this Seidio Active case/holster combo once it becomes available (I have the identical one for my Inspire 4G).
The Surface version is the only one available now but I prefer the less hard case design of the Active.
I'm not sure about my screen protector of choice. I probably need to figure that out.
(I'd post the relevant links but I'm still new.)
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The surface case on their site only says it's for the GSM version, while a lot of their other cases list the GMS and LTE versions. I thought they were supposed to be exactly the same, except for the CPU and storage.

pside15 said:
The surface case on their site only says it's for the GSM version, while a lot of their other cases list the GMS and LTE versions. I thought they were supposed to be exactly the same, except for the CPU and storage.
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There are reports that there is a slight size difference between the One X and AT&T One X (One X LTE/One XL). I haven't verified it myself but it would make sense that the Surface would have two versions (the hard case would need to be more exacting than the soft/semi-soft Active cases).
Quoteth the Wiki:
The One XL is almost identical physically although the XL is slightly longer by 0.04mm.
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Very slight.
Incidentally, the product code for the Surface LTE version is CSR3HTNXL-BK. BD2-HR3HTNXL-BK is the Surface case/holster combo.

Sean.H said:
There are reports that there is a slight size difference between the One X and AT&T One X (One X LTE/One XL). I haven't verified it myself but it would make sense that the Surface would have two versions (the hard case would need to be more exacting than the soft/semi-soft Active cases).
Quoteth the Wiki:
Very slight.
Incidentally, the product code for the Surface LTE version is CSR3HTNXL-BK. BD2-HR3HTNXL-BK is the Surface case/holster combo.
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Thanks for the excellent info, I was not aware of that. I was hoping to get the One X surface case combo to have when my phone gets here. Glad you posted this, saved me some time and a headache.

i ended up buying this one
blue tpu case that's under $6
http://www.ebay.com/itm/280859890997?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

HTC Original case

I found a case with code HC C740 in a shop in my country...ordered after looking on many sites and pictures with that case...I also found an youtube video about this case..received today....WOW!...AWESOME!...superb finish, personally i think that is the nearest finish to the original...I will post some pictures later, when I`ll be at home...I think that is the best and beautifull case for our lovely device.
Edit: I have the black version of OneS.

skodann do you have any pics of the case on your phone?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vp3HKssPHm0
Check that out. I got the same case and it's really nice.

Speaking of HTC cases, anyone seen if that kickstand case ever surfaced? Been looking all over.
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decalex said:
Speaking of HTC cases, anyone seen if that kickstand case ever surfaced? Been looking all over.
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I been looking for that one too, I don't think they are released yet.

I have it too! It's amazing!

decalex said:
Speaking of HTC cases, anyone seen if that kickstand case ever surfaced? Been looking all over.
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I just saw it today in the store, it was a black one.
The kickstand didn't feel too sturdy and the case was a bit bulky, however, I thought it added some substance to the phone being it's almost too thin.

decalex said:
Speaking of HTC cases, anyone seen if that kickstand case ever surfaced? Been looking all over.
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Do you mean this one: http://www.clove.co.uk/htc-one-s-hc-v741-hard-shell-with-cover-and-stand-black
It's the one I got with the phone and from the looks of it, it's actually the same hardshell as the C740, but with an added leather cover for the screen which can also be folded over to use as a stand. Excellent quality and really like it. Two niggly things to note with it are you can't have it plugged in while using it as a stand, and as the leather on the outside is facing whatever surface you have it on while using it as a stand, it can slide about quite easily when trying to use the phone on smooth surfaces (to be clear this is when trying to interact with the screen - e.g typing - not while it is just sitting playing a video). Both minor points for me, and I would recommend this case over just the hardshell due to the screen protection and stand function.
tl:dr version
+excellent htc quality
+screen protection
+stand
+doesn't add much bulk
-can't charge while using it as stand
-can move about on smooth surfaces when using as a stand

i think these are the cases that some are looking for, but they don't seem to be available yet.

I saw those original case and the kickstand in a mall in Toronto !!
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I bought the Original HTC Clear-Hardcase and Screen Protector yesterday.
For each I paid 11,99€ which is f*n expensive in my opinion, but I think its well worth it to have original accessories on my baby.
( Original ) Screen Protector
I know this is not the thread for this, but I´ll show it anyway
HTC Clear-Hardcase
Both Products are Tripple-A Quality.
The Screen-Protector Package includes 2 "films". If applied correctly you wont every recognize that theres something on the screen ( like on the photo above ).
I also really like the Hardcase, the only problem with this is that its a little slippery on smooth surfaces.
EDIT:
Both Images are a little bit out-of-focus, since I used a 50mm Objective to take those.
I can take new pictures with another one, if requested.

I got the black case the day after I got my phone, around 5 weeks ago. The finish feels very similar to the black phone itself, with the colour matching.
The case is very slim, and you really wouldn't notice it was there. It adds no real extra size to the phone.
My only small issue with the case is that the top and bottom of the phone are exposed still. I'd prefer a little more coverage, but overall, the case is pretty awesome.

looks a LOT like my case
casemate barely there:
http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-One-S-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-One-S-Barely-There-Cases.asp
very satisfied with it

http://shop.htcpedia.com/htc-one-s-hard-shell-case-hc-c740.html
here is the case being sold for $19.99

Incipio At&t

http://www.incipio.com/HTC-One-X-ATandT-Cases/HTC-One-X-ATandT-Cases.asp
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looking good. i am in between this and case mate barely there.

Yup I was in the same predicament and I went with the case-mate barely there. I love the case. I went white on white. I don't need super protection but just want to protect from scratches and getting dirty.
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i just noticed that incipio one covers more edges. so i think i am more leaning toward this...

Good to see they finally got them out, but im not sure if I would pick it up our not. When I had my SGS II I loved my NGP that I had on it, right now im rocking the diztronic tpu which is almost the same exact setup as the NGP.
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Awww man I just jumped the gun two days ago on the barely there in black. Can anyone post like comparison pictures and compare them cuz I might end up buying the feather later.
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ethantarheels123 said:
Awww man I just jumped the gun two days ago on the barely there in black. Can anyone post like comparison pictures and compare them cuz I might end up buying the feather later.
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From the pictures on the site, the feather looks exactly the same except the bottom part looks like it wraps around a bit further and the top has an extra piece that covers the middle section between the headphone jack and the power button.

Just ordered a feather. Will report back when I get it.
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Just got my feather in and I can tell you that there is a reason they don't show you what it looks like directly from the front. The case is much thicker than they would lead you to believe and is pretty damn ugly when it's on. I will never use this case.

^dang sorry to hear that
Well Im going get mine in the mail soon so I guess I know what to expect

_MetalHead_ said:
Just got my feather in and I can tell you that there is a reason they don't show you what it looks like directly from the front. The case is much thicker than they would lead you to believe and is pretty damn ugly when it's on. I will never use this case.
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Can you tell us if the case will be able to protect the camera lens?

hanming said:
Can you tell us if the case will be able to protect the camera lens?
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It is almost flush with the camera lens, MAYBE a little bit thicker. If you lay the phone down on its back it definitely does keep the camera lens off the table, there is like a .5mm gap that I can see through. So yes, but not by much.

_MetalHead_ said:
Just got my feather in and I can tell you that there is a reason they don't show you what it looks like directly from the front. The case is much thicker than they would lead you to believe and is pretty damn ugly when it's on. I will never use this case.
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Can you post some pics??????????

Got mine today. A bit pricy imo, I try to not spend more than $10 on a case. Keeps the thin profile and the material actually makes the phone easier to grip. I like the fact that the front portion is flushed with the phone(not good for ppl who like putting their phones face down). Probably gonna be switching between this case and the Amzer case. Really liking it.

waljie said:
Got mine today. A bit pricy imo, I try to not spend more than $10 on a case. Keeps the thin profile and the material actually makes the phone easier to grip. I like the fact that the front portion is flushed with the phone(not good for ppl who like putting their phones face down). Probably gonna be switching between this case and the Amzer case. Really liking it.
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Really like that! Thanks for posting looks like a winner to me!
Edit: Just purchased the Black Feather for my white HOX

I bought the Incipio feather in gray for my white HOX and I like the grippy/rubbery feel to the back. It's not my favorite case but I can definitely see me rocking it from time to time.

Really like that case waljie.
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Been rocking the black with my white HOX. Love it!
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They don't have a white case and I couldn't decide between buying the gray or the black for my white HOX. Finally settled on getting the gray one (I figured it didn't really matter since I'm planning on having a few cases sitting around to swap as my mood changes).

I've never been a huge fan of any soft plastc/silicone since they are huge dust and hair magnets. I have a jack russell and this thing loves to attract hair and pet dander.

Matte finish wearing?

Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone who has been using the HOX naked has had any issues with the matte finish wearing off and becoming glossy? When the phone was first released, I heard a bit that this might happen, so I wanted to see how everyone is fairing.
I bought my HOX on day 1 and got one of the OEM HTC cases (blue one with horizontal slots along the whole back).. and its been HORRIBLE! The casing is so thin that it started to crack in the corner when I removed it to clean or change my SIM card. Eventually, a piece of the case broke off. I then checked my One X and found out that dust had been trapped underneath and because it was loose, scuffed up the whole bottom of my phone! It was a complete waste of $20. So now I'm thinking about going nude for the time being.

Rocking it naked without an issue. Having a sleeve custom made, though, just to have a little bit of protection while running around. Pics will be posted once I finally get a chance to pick it up.

Grey. Naked since day one. No problems.
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Just thought I'd throw this out there. My naked white is still incredibly clean. Rubbing it slight removes all small blemishes. I still haven't had any major mishaps with the white but I'm fairly confident that it will come off easily if I get proper cleaning materials. King of surprised by how clean it is really.
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This sounds pretty good guys, doesnt sound like i need to worry much about being naked

No its fine naked. Just like the post have mentioned. A good minimal case that adds no bulk really is the case mate barely there case. If you need a case I recommend you check that out. It is very very thin and looks good. Just in case you decide you want to try a case.
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The matte finish is definitely starting to wear and I don't believe it will hold up. Look very closely and under bright light right by the speaker grill where the phone normally rests when sitting on a surface. There is a bit of wear in the matte finish. I can confirm this on two different device. These are white ones. This is too bad because I was really hoping the case on this phone would be super durable. With the way HTC talked it up it sounded indestructible. Looks like it's time to see how well the s3 case is holding up for people...

Nothing makes me cringe more than a beautiful design hidden behind a case. But, I also feel for those whose naked phones go flying to the ground.
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roltzje said:
Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone who has been using the HOX naked has had any issues with the matte finish wearing off and becoming glossy? When the phone was first released, I heard a bit that this might happen, so I wanted to see how everyone is fairing.
I bought my HOX on day 1 and got one of the OEM HTC cases (blue one with horizontal slots along the whole back).. and its been HORRIBLE! The casing is so thin that it started to crack in the corner when I removed it to clean or change my SIM card. Eventually, a piece of the case broke off. I then checked my One X and found out that dust had been trapped underneath and because it was loose, scuffed up the whole bottom of my phone! It was a complete waste of $20. So now I'm thinking about going nude for the time being.
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I knew dust would get in, glad I avoided it. Sometimes a cheap ebay case is best...

No issues here and I've had mine for nearly a month.
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Get this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007X50L22/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
Mad thin you dont even realize uve got something on. Protects the back and its almost transparent. Win win

darktranquility18 said:
Get this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007X50L22/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
Mad thin you dont even realize uve got something on. Protects the back and its almost transparent. Win win
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I bought it when it came out. I took it off now i cant find it. Bought the black transparent one.
These things attract a lot of dust! Especially the clear one since you can see it lol.

Naked for about a month now, some of the matte has worn off in the corners, but it doesn't look bad. Infant, it gives it character
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This is probably the same issue the One S users were experiencing.
http://mobile.theverge.com/2012/4/11/2942239/htc-one-s-chipping-response
Edit -
Didn't realize it was the mobile link. Desktop link here...
http://www.theverge.com/2012/4/11/2942239/htc-one-s-chipping-response
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Naked. There is a very slight "chin" on back just below the "beats audio" logo.
This is the area that touches whatever surface the phone is set down on. On my HOX this area is starting to "smooth" very slightly. Noticeable by eye really and only in good light. Not causing me any concern.
The One X just feels too good in hand to put a case on. :good:

jspidey said:
This is probably the same issue the One S users were experiencing.
http://mobile.theverge.com/2012/4/11/2942239/htc-one-s-chipping-response
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Didn't realize it was the mobile link. Desktop link here...
http://www.theverge.com/2012/4/11/2942239/htc-one-s-chipping-response
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It's not.
The One S had a ceramic coating that would chip off and reveal the metal underneath. Our phone is plastic.

ECEXCURSION said:
It's not.
The One S had a ceramic coating that would chip off and reveal the metal underneath. Our phone is plastic.
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I stand corrected. For some reason I though all the One series did this...mah bad!