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Any suggestions? I don't want to have to take my phone out of the case to dock it
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Anyone had any experience with the kensington k39217us?
Amazon has it for 15.99
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No experience with that mount, but some research to share:
That Kensington you listed opens to 2.75" max, which is right at the width of the Otterbox case. The height is listed at 4.1", so the Fascinate should stick off the top a little. IMO, that is a plus if it means the camera can still see out. I'm looking for one to dual-purpose to film video as I drive. My main concern with this one would be how stable it is, since the flexible adjustment will hurt that.
Most universals just don't seem to open wide enough. Another wide jaw option are these:
http://www.arkon.com/Smartphone_Holder.php. But I don't think the camera will be able to see over the high back.
Based on dimensions, I think the clip that came with the Garmin Nuvi 200 series might work. If it does, this opens up a ton of options. Anybody have a Garmin Nuvi 200 Series?
Thanks for the advice, I went ahead and ordered the one I mentioned. I'll post and let you know how it works after I get it
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Anyone had any experience with the kensington k39217us?
Amazon has it for 15.99
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Well, I've been using this car adapter for a few days now. It seems to work pretty decent. I've only used the vent mount. It doesn't cover up the camera or buttons so that's cool. I just wish the samsung car charger was a bit longer. I may try and stretch it out to give me more reach.
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Link for the car mount?
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Link for the car mount?
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003SE6LD0/ref=oss_product
This is the one I got..
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You still liking the case?
I think I'm gonna get one, mainly for use with Torque (I love this app!). I like the Instant MPG gauge to help me squeeze the most out of my 5.4L F-150..
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You still liking the case?
I think I'm gonna get one, mainly for use with Torque (I love this app!). I like the Instant MPG gauge to help me squeeze the most out of my 5.4L F-150..
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the case or mount?
I'm still using the mount, but i switched to the Seido Active X case.. I like it better..
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snip...Most universals just don't seem to open wide enough. Another wide jaw option are these:
http://www.arkon.com/Smartphone_Holder.php. But I don't think the camera will be able to see over the high back.
Based on dimensions, I think the clip that came with the Garmin Nuvi 200 series might work. If it does, this opens up a ton of options. Anybody have a Garmin Nuvi 200 Series?
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I have the Arkon and the camera is not exposed.
I have the Garmin Nuvi 200 but I don't have a case on my phone so can't say for sure if it would work. It looks like it might be a smidgen too big (the clip).
How is the vent mount working out for you? Possible to post a pick of it mounted?
It works fine, it's never fallen. Keeps the phone secure and is very accessible. I'll try to get a pic of my phone mounted in it. My point and shoot died, so i only have my gf's phone which prob. won't be the best pic, but we'll see..
When I had my iPhone 4, I had the Otter commuter case. I tried several mounts before I found this one. Very Sturdy! The one you bought, I already tried it.... complete crap I am sorry......
GPS Mounts, seem to be more thicker and better made... per say
Give this one a whirl:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicat...CODE=GOOGLEBASE&cm_mmc_o=VRqCjC7BBTkwCjCECjCE
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When I had my iPhone 4, I had the Otter commuter case. I tried several mounts before I found this one. Very Sturdy! The one you bought, I already tried it.... complete crap I am sorry......
GPS Mounts, seem to be more thicker and better made... per say
Give this one a whirl:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicat...CODE=GOOGLEBASE&cm_mmc_o=VRqCjC7BBTkwCjCECjCE
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well, i haven't had any problems yet, but if i do I'll give this one a shot...
it doesn't get in the way of the buttons?
You could also connect to the cigarette lighter plug:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0S01X07X48K9ABJT13HF
I like the arkon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846
I just got the Kensington in the mail. I haven't driven around yet, but the quality seems very good. I'll find out how good it really works today on the way to work.
I'm looking for an armband type case for my Desire HTC to use when out running or on the bike. I want to take the phone for emergency's and also because i use SportyPal to track my route, etc.
I don't really want to pay a lot, under £10 would be perfect.
I've had a look around and found one on the auction side for that kind of money but no others. Any body got any recommendations?
Also wondering if there is a different phone of a similar size that has more and would be compatible with the Desire HD
Cheers
Carl
Well, the HTC HD2 and the EVO 4G have nearly identical dimensions.
So anything for those two should work with the Desire HD.
I'm also in the market for something like this but I haven't looked for anything yet.
I use an armband that I got when I owned an ipod touch, I no longer have the ipod, but my desire hd fits in the armband perfectly, only cost a fiver from ebay too
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I use an armband that I got when I owned an ipod touch, I no longer have the ipod, but my desire hd fits in the armband perfectly, only cost a fiver from ebay too
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Excellent. In-law has an ipod touch so i will size it up against that and if it is the same size i will at armbands for the touch.
Cheers
You'll find that the desire hd is much bigger than an ipod touch but the armband i have fits my phone perfectly
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TuneBelt AB83?
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TuneBelt AB83?
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Nice find, that looks very interesting.
Will probably give that a try later on.
This is the one I use http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SPORTS-GYM-RU...514462241QQcategoryZ56170QQvarZQQcmdZViewItem
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i just got my TuneBelt AB83 this afternoon, i only purchased it as we are theme park freaks and ive lost a few phone on nemesis at alton towers.
the armband is actually very good, and comfy to use, the suprise for me was the touchscreen still works when in the case.
it has the holes on the bottom as well for your headphones, but it takes a bit of effort to make it sit correctly in the case.
it is rather expensive for what it is, and im sure a couple of months down the road it will be a lot cheaper, but it still works out cheaper than looseing another phone.
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This is the one I use http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SPORTS-GYM-RU...514462241QQcategoryZ56170QQvarZQQcmdZViewItem
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Thanks for the tip. I've ordered the same one from another UK-seller. Hope to receive it within a few days and post my findings here.
I used my iPod touch arm band for a while, but the phone was too big and would stick out a bit and was very tight! Not a problem in the summer, but when it rains the phone gets wet.
I've ordered a tunebelt from amazon to replace it. Can't see how the phone will fit in an iPhone case, as the size is wrong
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i just ordered one of these for the wife
http://www.sportsaver.co.uk/acatalog/Tunebelt_Sport_Armband_for_Larger_Smartphones__AB83_.html
all the reviews seem good
and i ordered yesterday about 11am and by the afternoon i had an email saying it was despatched
will let you know how it goes when it arrives
just an update
ordered 11am Tuesday arrived today with no options selected for shipping
phone fits nicely, headphone socket slightly out of line but fints fine
with off to the gym either later tonight or in the morning will report back then
but so far she seems happy
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Thanks for the tip. I've ordered the same one from another UK-seller. Hope to receive it within a few days and post my findings here.
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Well, I received this APPLE IPHONE 3GS 3G BLUE SPORT ARMBAND and as promised, here are my findings:
Pro's:
- The DHD fits snugly into the pouch, the width perfect.
- The On/Off-switch, headphone jack and micro-usb port are easily accessible through the open parts of the pouch.
- It looks pretty decent.
Cons:
- The Volume-Up/Down buttons are not accessible through a hole in the pouch. It's quite difficult to operate these buttons and because of the snug fit, it's easy to accidentally push one or both the volume buttons. I'm considering to cut into the fabric to make these buttons accessible, but am afraid that this might destroy the pouch altogether.
- The height of the DHD fits into the pouch, but since this armband is designed for a slightly smaller phone, the top of the screen (notification bar) is difficult to read/pull down.
- There seems to be some excess glue on the inside of the pouch and this transfers to the sides of my DHD so I have had to wipe my DHD clean a few times.
TuneBelt AB83
Anyone bought this?
Yes, i have. I use it with a Casemate Barely-there. It's a tight fit, but perfectly usable.
I use it for running.
yes the AB83 was the one i bought
wife tried it lastnight said it did its job well
held the cable out of the way, held the phone securely so yeah recommended
Any docks available for the inspire 4g?
http://www.buy.com/prod/kidigi-usb-...-w/q/sellerid/18700237/loc/111/219508016.html
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http://www.buy.com/prod/kidigi-usb-...-w/q/sellerid/18700237/loc/111/219508016.html
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That one is sold out. Try these:
http://mobile.brando.com/htc-desire-hd_c1378d039
I'd like to get a dock, but I'm weary about a case fitting in it... something tells me case+dock=fail.
Will any of these docks automatically place the phone in desk clock mode?
-JAE
Here is the dock I use.
http://www.bracketron.com/products/universal-usb-power-dock
Very well made and pretty durable. I use this in a semi truck and have had no problems with it. Instead of ordering from the site though, just stop by a flying j or pilot truck stop, if you have one near you. They sell this dock for 24.95.
Using the CM barely there case for the DHD, really barely there, probably the slimmest case. Might wanna check it out if other cases dont fit on dock
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hmm, didn't see any nice phone docks there, some very odd looking ones on that brando.com website.
Any nice phone docks that I can sit my phone in while at work ?
Even if it's not a perfect fit, something I can easily adapt with a dremel, and good intentions
I know there's a million iphone "media" docks, something similar is what I am looking for.
Also cheap would be good.
http://www.4u-mobi.com/onlineshop/online_shop_detail.php?pid=5657
Is there a dock that will allow docking with a case on the Inspire?
thanks MarkPharaoh, exactly what I was looking for.
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thanks MarkPharaoh, exactly what I was looking for.
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Has anyone got one of these? Looks interesting... but since the picture is a computer generated image I am unsure if it is going to be as nice as it looks
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Has anyone got one of these? Looks interesting... but since the picture is a computer generated image I am unsure if it is going to be as nice as it looks
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Mine's in the mail (free shipment from HK = not the fastest). If this thread is still active when I get it I'll make a post.
Well, I just got one, and it looks and feels just as good as it does in the picture. Comes with a decent cable+adapter and the phone fits nicely. However, I am assuming because of how it's built and covers the battery cover I lose all signal within a minute of putting it into the charger...very disappointing.
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Well, I just got one, and it looks and feels just as good as it does in the picture. Comes with a decent cable+adapter and the phone fits nicely. However, I am assuming because of how it's built and covers the battery cover I lose all signal within a minute of putting it into the charger...very disappointing.
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post a few pictures when you can
MarkPharaoh said:
Well, I just got one, and it looks and feels just as good as it does in the picture. Comes with a decent cable+adapter and the phone fits nicely. However, I am assuming because of how it's built and covers the battery cover I lose all signal within a minute of putting it into the charger...very disappointing.
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Does the Inspire know that it is docked when you put it in the dock? Does the clock app start?
It knows that you're docked, but it doesn't automatically open the Desk Clock application. I'll try to remember to post some pics tomorrow. It looks good, but is a finger print magnet.
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Saw one on ebay for $30 free shipping
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It knows that you're docked, but it doesn't automatically open the Desk Clock application. I'll try to remember to post some pics tomorrow. It looks good, but is a finger print magnet.
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Pics please
I laughed when one of the sites said "7-20 days".
Slim fit and holster $34
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Went into Best Buy today to have a Zagg replaced. Saw the case and was excited as this is just what I was looking for. Then the nightmare began. I also picked up a desktop cradle at my local ATT store. When I got home I tried to take off the case with no luck. I tried for thirty minutes to work the case and get it off. I tried to get a screw driver under the part where they click together but no matter what I did it would not come off.
I drove 40 miles back to the Best Buy because the only way I could figure to get the case off was to break it and I was also afraid that I might damage my phone and I did not want the responsibility if I did. Best Buy spent 30 minutes with everyone all the way up to the Geek Sqad trying to get the darn thing off. They finally had to pull up the sides and pop it off. It messed up the Zagg and they had to replace it. Luckily it did not hurt the phone. Best guess as to what happened was that the Zagg was not completely dry when I put the case on and it suctioned to the case when it dried. Never the less I got my money back and will try something else. They had the nerve to ask me why I wanted to take the case off!!!
The instructions are incorrect. Step 4 attached says to press B which is the short end. This only locks it tighter. PRESS A on the long end and it releases
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They had the nerve to ask me why I wanted to take the case off!!!
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I'm convinced that it's in their policy to ask dumb @$$ questions when a product they sell goes afoul and they can't explain it.
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Slim fit and holster $34
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I checked the Best Buy website and they only showed having this in Blue color. I was hoping to find it in Black. From the research I did online, I assume these Platinum Series cases are also made by Seidio, which also makes the Surface Series I'm considering getting. I had the Surface for the IPhone 3GS and it was close to perfect.
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The instructions are incorrect. Step 4 attached says to press B which is the short end. This only locks it tighter. PRESS A on the long end and it releases
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Yes they were wrong. When I got to the store I opened another case and saw they had it backwards. Still would not come off. I believe it had attached itself to the Zagg. My EVO case did come off like the instructions said I had not put the case on because they put it on at the store when I bought it.
I was able to get Best Buy to exchange my Evo case I bought last year for this one...not a bad case. It really isn't any harder to remove than the Evo case was, but I definitely wouldn't want to do it on a regular basis.
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Slim fit and holster $34
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Sweet desk! What is that, oak?
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bestbuy has it in black... with the holster included... sweet
message from Sams inFuse... REFUSE 1.6, INFUSION 1.8
it took me 20 nailbreaking , finger blistering minute to get it off . Actually I found that mere might only break the dam case , not open it . I turned to oil to grease the joint . Oil did the trick and now I'm returning it . The dam case take hercule to open it everything .
the other case they have at bestbuy is the purple soft rubber case. Purple ffs!!! I'm not putting that thing on my phone , that is some bieber crap .
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That looks sexy!
The look & color are great. But the dam thing is too slippery. I'm using a Body Glove along with the holster. The fit is perfect.
Cranky
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The look & color are great. But the dam thing is too slippery. I'm using a Body Glove along with the holster. The fit is perfect.
Cranky
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As in the holster that comes with this case? I haven't seen any body gloves with holsters
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P1 Wookie said:
As in the holster that comes with this case? I haven't seen any body gloves with holsters
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No silly boy, the holster that came with the Platinum case.
powerpack1 said:
Went into Best Buy today to have a Zagg replaced. Saw the case and was excited as this is just what I was looking for. Then the nightmare began. I also picked up a desktop cradle at my local ATT store. When I got home I tried to take off the case with no luck. I tried for thirty minutes to work the case and get it off. I tried to get a screw driver under the part where they click together but no matter what I did it would not come off.
I drove 40 miles back to the Best Buy because the only way I could figure to get the case off was to break it and I was also afraid that I might damage my phone and I did not want the responsibility if I did. Best Buy spent 30 minutes with everyone all the way up to the Geek Sqad trying to get the darn thing off. They finally had to pull up the sides and pop it off. It messed up the Zagg and they had to replace it. Luckily it did not hurt the phone. Best guess as to what happened was that the Zagg was not completely dry when I put the case on and it suctioned to the case when it dried. Never the less I got my money back and will try something else. They had the nerve to ask me why I wanted to take the case off!!!
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I had the same stuff happen to me. I could not get that damn case off and had to pry it apart. I brought it back and ordered an Incipio sycrylic case.
Its really simple to take it off actually. On the back were the line is press on the case and the bottom half should slide right off
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I couldn't for the life of me get the case off. So I pried it off, bought the body glove tpu case, and it fits in the holster perfectly. lol
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Looks nice! Going to AT&T store tomorrow to see if they have it. I get 50% off all accessories because my pops works for the post office.
Just as their other cases for other phones have done this case will leave minor surface scratches on the sides top and bottom edges of your phone.
Nothing major...but thought i would throw ot out there.
I love mine...just wish i had added more lining fabric on the inside before using it.
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Fabric lining?! What's that?
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Just as their other cases for other phones have done this case will leave minor surface scratches on the sides top and bottom edges of your phone.
Nothing major...but thought i would throw ot out there.
I love mine...just wish i had added more lining fabric on the inside before using it.
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So has anyone bought this case yet for the Charge? I notice that they are shipping these now according to their website. There aren't really any good pictures though, just the one of the back of the case. I would like to see what it looks like on the phone and what the coverage is in the front.
http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/csr2sscha-bl.htm
Thoughts?
I have one and did a full review over on AF CLICK HERE.
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I have one and did a full review over on AF CLICK HERE.
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Great review. I had the same case on my fascinate and the cutout around the power button made locking/unlocking the screen fairly difficult. I ended up sending it back and getting an active-x instead.
Do you have any issues accessing the power button or any of the the other ports?
If not, I may have to pick this one up. I'm running naked with no holster and it's driving me nuts!
I have had no issues. However, to be fair, I've owned a Seidio case for my past 5 phones so I may just be used to it.
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I have one and did a full review over on AF CLICK HERE.
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Thanks for the great review. I too have used a Seidio on my Hero and EVO. When mine came in the mail today I was worried about the new style. But like you said, seems to hold very well.
Question. Do you use a second battery? How often do you take the case off? I feel like im gonna break it when i do.
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Question. Do you ever have trouble with the clip between the usb port and the volume buttons? Mine comes undone in my pocket EVERY time. This causes the bottom snaps to also come undone
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Question. Do you use a second battery? How often do you take the case off? I feel like im gonna break it when i do.
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Negative, but I take it off pretty regularly to keep dust and dirty down (and odin new ROMs). I found our pops apart fairly simply when I start at the slot under the hdmi out.
Question. Do you ever have trouble with the clip between the usb port and the volume buttons? Mine comes undone in my pocket EVERY time. This causes the bottom snaps to also come undone
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Yes, though not every time. Maybe once or twice a day... tops. I usually use the holster when I'm at work so I usually don't have the problem. Pushing left on the top piece (from the screen) will recreate the issue. More of an annoyance than a problem (didn't even notice it for a few weeks)!
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I've never owned a sedio case before, is it durable? it looks exactly like what i want but i feel like it might be kind of fragile. i've known people who owned cases with 2 snap-on pieces and they always break within 2 weeks of purchasing. maybe they just bought cheap ones?
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I've never owned a sedio case before, is it durable? it looks exactly like what i want but i feel like it might be kind of fragile. i've known people who owned cases with 2 snap-on pieces and they always break within 2 weeks of purchasing. maybe they just bought cheap ones?
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They are definitely sturdy.
That being said, I find that the holster is what sells me on the product as it's extremely useful for me when I'm at work. Dollar for dollar, if you are looking for a similar case, Best Buy sells one that's almost identical. They'll even let you put it on the phone and try it before you purchase it.
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They are definitely sturdy.
That being said, I find that the holster is what sells me on the product as it's extremely useful for me when I'm at work. Dollar for dollar, if you are looking for a similar case, Best Buy sells one that's almost identical. They'll even let you put it on the phone and try it before you purchase it.
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That sounds good, i guess my friend bought a cheap one. the rubberized part of the corners started to peel off, then the clips snapped off about 2 weeks after he bought it. just from your review and the youtube review i saw, it did look significantly sturdier from what he had bought but i was just kind of paranoid after seeing his.
and on the case at best buy, i did like it but i was looking for a rubberized hardshell case, that was the only real flaw i saw with that one. which brings me to my next question, is this one sort of rubberized? i initially thought it was but now i'm starting to think otherwise lol
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and on the case at best buy, i did like it but i was looking for a rubberized hardshell case, that was the only real flaw i saw with that one. which brings me to my next question, is this one sort of rubberized? i initially thought it was but now i'm starting to think otherwise lol
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The Rocket Fish BB case has the same feel as the Seidio. Both are plastic but the Seidio is a hair thicker and has their signature "soft touch" that, IMO, is a nicer feel.
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The Rocket Fish BB case has the same feel as the Seidio. Both are plastic but the Seidio is a hair thicker and has their signature "soft touch" that, IMO, is a nicer feel.
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I'm kind of leaning towards the seidio, mostly because i don't like the best buy brand too much i'll probably head down to BB tomorrow and take a look at it again. i really appreciate the help and quick responses
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I'm kind of leaning towards the seidio, mostly because i don't like the best buy brand too much i'll probably head down to BB tomorrow and take a look at it again. i really appreciate the help and quick responses
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No problem. Let me know if any other questions!
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Does Best Buy sell the holster as well? I really want to try the holster with my case mate case. If I have to, I will get a second case as well