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just letting you guys know seidio is now shipping their innocase (black only though)
http://www.seidioonline.com/category-s/4590.htm
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That's awesome, thanks for letting us know, been waiting to see that. Now after seeing it, I'm sure of what I assumed, that the OEM/Verizon kickstand case is a much better case. It has a kickstand you can use in portrait and landscape, it provides good grip on the back of the phone, it fits very tightly and is durable plastic, and it barely goes over the front of the phone at all leaving the phone quite thin.
Innocases are what I used on my last 3 phones, and the soft touch/rubberized feel is nice (the kickstand case is rubberized but not as much), but, they are relatively brittle, they bulk up the phone a good deal by covering all sides and the front, and they don't have kickstands. I can't imagine not having a kickstand now after having one. But perhaps most important, is the cost? The kickstand cases are brand new on ebay for $12 shipped. innocases are going to run you $30 + shipping.
edit: Seidio's holsters are awesome though, best I've ever used. but I know a lot of people don't use a holster, and you can't with the kickstand case on anyways. I suggested a pouch to go with the kickstand case in my thread about it in this forum.

nice! thanks for the update! i've been waiting for a solid case that didn't cover up much of the front bezel. now only if sgp's website was working and i could get the ultra crystal screen protector...

does anyone have this? how is it? bulky or no?

I bought this case. It's really nice. However it makes my phone look exactly like an Iphone. You've probably seen this case on plenty of Iphones - it is essentially identical. The case its relatively thin, but certainly adds to the phone's size. It's probably about as thin as you're going to get for a case though (aside from using an invisible sheild type skin ). Quality is great. I love the case, the added size is fine because the case is still pretty sleek looking - And well worth the $30 investment to protect such an expensive phone. Lets not forget, samsung is notorious for bad build quality.
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cool, i ordered it and will give a review here after i try it out for a bit. i hope it fels good in the hand

They are about the best cases out. Not too much bulk and the rubberized finish is a nice touch. Best Buy had them in black and white. They are labeled as the Seidio platinum series on retail shelves.
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ok so i just got this case.. its pretty sweet! only one thing i dont like and i can't beleive no one else mentioned this, the power and volume rockers are kinda blocked off in a way that makes it a lil tough for your thumb to get too

I just got this case today in black..weird that Best Buy lists the white case at 29.99 but the black case at 34.99..weird, not exactly sure why the black costs more. Anyways, I will have some pretty detailed pictures tonight!

No pics, my camera is bummy..but I love the case. Fits perfectly and I don't mind it making the buttons more difficult to press. I have sausage fingers anyway so it feels better to me

scriz said:
No pics, my camera is bummy..but I love the case. Fits perfectly and I don't mind it making the buttons more difficult to press. I have sausage fingers anyway so it feels better to me
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Sausage fingers? lol
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Has anyone gotten the innocase active x case
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elijahblake said:
Has anyone gotten the innocase active x case
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I ordered mine the day it was released and should get it tomorrow. I'll post some pictures once I receive it.
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Smitty9803 said:
I ordered mine the day it was released and should get it tomorrow. I'll post some pictures once I receive it.
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looking forward to it.. My otterbox is cool and all but it is a pocket lint maget and from what I heard seido cases don't have this problem... It also looks like much better protection

elijahblake said:
looking forward to it.. My otterbox is cool and all but it is a pocket lint maget and from what I heard seido cases don't have this problem... It also looks like much better protection
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Got my seido Active X w/holster in yesterday... I'm loving it, it looks way better than the otterbox, it provides more grip, you can actually see all the glass, and it doesn't block half the speaker on the back.. Glad I ordered it..

elijahblake said:
Got my seido Active X w/holster in yesterday... I'm loving it, it looks way better than the otterbox, it provides more grip, you can actually see all the glass, and it doesn't block half the speaker on the back.. Glad I ordered it..
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up close and personal pics?

mattstakilla said:
up close and personal pics?
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I would love to help you out but unfortunately my point and shoot camera broke about 2 weeks ago... so the only camera I have now is my cellphone
I'm pretty sure someone posted some pics already somewhere in here with the seido active X case..
It looks really great and the finger grips in the sides work AWESOME!!! It looks way better than the otterbox!!!
These pics are spot on though!!!
http://www.seidioonline.com/PhotoGallery.asp?ProductCode=CSK3SSFAS-BK
if you order before 12/31 you can enter XMAS15 and get 15% off

elijahblake said:
I would love to help you out but unfortunately my point and shoot camera broke about 2 weeks ago... so the only camera I have now is my cellphone
I'm pretty sure someone posted some pics already somewhere in here with the seido active X case..
It looks really great and the finger grips in the sides work AWESOME!!! It looks way better than the otterbox!!!
These pics are spot on though!!!
http://www.seidioonline.com/PhotoGallery.asp?ProductCode=CSK3SSFAS-BK
if you order before 12/31 you can enter XMAS15 and get 15% off
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Received this message "Coupon code "XMAS15" is not valid. The coupon expired on Sun Dec 19 00:00:00 PST 2010", so it appears the code has expired. Will wait for other colors now.

Just to update everyone, I had a Platinum case (Innocase) from Best Buy. I returned it because the bottom part had become unreasonably loose. Waiting for Bestbuy.com to get the Otterbox back in stock. I'm currently using the "carbon fiber" looking case from Verizon.

Otterbox now available

Just ordered one. http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-G2-/-HT...es-Case/HTC4-G2XXX-20-E4OTR_A,default,pd.html
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nice.....but I wich I had learned this sooner....I just bought 3 cheap ones...at the rate I'm going....I'll be getti this puppy in 3 months lol!

Fixing to order. I love the look to it.
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I wish it was a defender series though... much better protection than the commuter series. Hopefully they will release a defender for it soon.

alexp162002 said:
I wish it was a defender series though... much better protection than the commuter series. Hopefully they will release a defender for it soon.
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I don't know if they can make one for this phone. Aren't the only phones that get those "one piece" phones?

Does anyone have one of these yet? Too soon to ask that question?

nivlac978 said:
Does anyone have one of these yet? Too soon to ask that question?
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Mine just shipped today. Will let you know when it comes in.
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at first look, this $35 otterbox looks very similar to the cheapo $5 ones that's selling everywhere. i'm sure the quality is much better but is it $35 better as the protection is still 2 piece? im curious to see feedback from those who ordered

Its quality over plastic.
[G2/HTC Vision]

Damn, it didn't upload in HD.
I had a very bad hang over while recording.

How is the grip on the commuter series? I'm always afraid that it will slip out of my hands.

12/10 - 12/13 only
just noticed this on their site
Special Offer: Buy a Commuter Series case and receive a free OtterBox stand plus free domestic ground shipping.

dorezen said:
just noticed this on their site
Special Offer: Buy a Commuter Series case and receive a free OtterBox stand plus free domestic ground shipping.
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I posted a code for an additional 10% off in the other thread.
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thanks for that garcia save me $3.50!

What's weird is that I was the first to post on tmobile forums in the g2 area about this with a link. And here my handle is g2reno and my actual IRL name is Reno.
Mind=blown
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Looks really nice to bad it doesn't come with a belt clip
Oh here is the link I see no one else has posted it
http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-G2-/-HTC-Desire-Z-Commuter-Series-Case/HTC4-G2XXX,default,pd.html

nivlac978 said:
Does anyone have one of these yet? Too soon to ask that question?
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Just got mine in. Looks great will post some pics tomorrow.
This is only the second otterbox I have had. The first was a defender for the 3gs. This commuter case is well built and feels and looks great. The only problem I ran into was the first silicone layer was getting pinched at the corner when I was trying to put the outter cover snapped in place. After a few attempts finally got it on and so far so good. Def worth the wait and money.
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tmoreno2425 said:
Just got mine in. Looks great will post some pics tomorrow.
This is only the second otterbox I have had. The first was a defender for the 3gs. This commuter case is well built and feels and looks great. The only problem I ran into was the first silicone layer was getting pinched at the corner when I was trying to put the outter cover snapped in place. After a few attempts finally got it on and so far so good. Def worth the wait and money.
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Is the back made mostly of silicone or hard plastic? Please tell me it doesn't stick to the inside of your pocket!

gravis86 said:
Is the back made mostly of silicone or hard plastic? Please tell me it doesn't stick to the inside of your pocket!
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The back is mostly hard plastic. The only silicone will be at the headphone jack, power button, charging port, and the largest part is volume rocker. The plastic has a great design/look to it. You wont be disappointed. Should be getting some pics up a little later.
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I can't WAIT to see some pics of it. I'll probably decide then if I'll purchase it or not

Seidio > Otterbox

Looks like Seidio and Otterbox will both be releasing protection for our Sensation 4G devices real soon. IMO, Seidio provides a better product than Otterbox. I've used both, and Seidio to me just seems more stylish for the protection (I'll be buying the Active combo).
http://www.seidioonline.com/category-s/6207.htm

Is there an eta on these? I also was the active combo.
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Pretty sure that by the end of this month there will be something... well that's what I hope for.
I'll be going with SURFACE, not that bulky.

They usually have something ready for purchase within a couple of weeks after putting up the "coming soon" spot.

glad to see these companies finally take notice to this device. ill be picking up the otterbox. had one for my nexus and liked it a lot. normally i dont have a handset long enough for some of these companies to put out a quality case (besides the generic gel ones)

I considered otter, but need a holster for work.
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I also prefer Seidio...

Been waiting for Seidio...hope to see something real soon

I had seidio on my nexus one and liked it alot since it was the case and the holder. Am curious about otterbox but don't want anything too bulky.
Will probably just stick with seidio since I used them before.
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I got the Gelli case from Case Mate and love it. I was worried about it feeling cheap but it's not at all - it's very firm and streamlined and looks nice without adding bulk. It also covers the volume rocker and power buttons which is good cause the crooked power button was really annoying me; it makes it feel more solid.

I've used Seidio for a few years now. I like their products but build quality doesn't look as good as Otterbox. Otterbox makes bulkier cases that are more expensive. Seidio is a step up from ebay generic junk. The only reason I haven't bought anything from Otterbox is that I usually have to take my phones out of their cases to use car docks (HTC OEM docks) and that takes too long with Otterbox.

i hope they built a good case this time because the case they built for the mytouch 4g was horrible!

I love Seidio's InnoCases with their awesome spring-clip belt clip. Can't wait.
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looks like some are shipping now.

w00t, Surface Combo case ordered.
Used code SUMMER11 for 15% off.

nxt said:
Use code SUMMER11 for 15% off
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sweet, thanks for that.. just need the active case to start shipping.

Five0nIt said:
sweet, thanks for that.. just need the active case to start shipping.
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Weird the black Active cases aren't ready yet, but the other colored ones are.

Just ordered the Sapphire Blue Active Combo with the 15% discount. I really want the Trident Aegis but the holster seals the deal cuz I hate stuff (except money) in my pockets.

All cases are now live fellas! Dont forget the summer11 code for 15%. Black Active combo...here I come!

and no TPU in the case.

[Q] So I'm looking for a new case to buy...

Whats up world of XDA, I need your help choosing between these four cases. I usually buy them cheapy ones but this time I decided to buy a good one. I'm not sure whether to go with the Seidio Active, the Trident Aegis, the Case-Mate Tough Case, or the Case-Mate Pop! Case. Or should I wait for a better one to come out, (if there is another one coming out). Is there other better ones? Thanks!

Hmmm.... Based on the examples you listed, it seems like you're looking for a tank-like case. Considering how 'new' the Sensation is, you could always wait for more tanky cases to come out. If you don't mind getting something a little less tank-like, take a look at Incipio NGP case. I bought mine for 19.99 with free shipping from the official Incipio site. Also, you might want to look at the NGP incipio case thread under Sensation Accessories. Good luck finding the perfect case.

l393ndz said:
Hmmm.... Based on the examples you listed, it seems like you're looking for a tank-like case. Considering how 'new' the Sensation is, you could always wait for more tanky cases to come out. If you don't mind getting something a little less tank-like, take a look at Incipio NGP case. I bought mine for 19.99 with free shipping from the official Incipio site. Also, you might want to look at the NGP incipio case thread under Sensation Accessories. Good luck finding the perfect case.
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Yeah, I saw the NGP Incipio case. It looks durable but I need something more as you said "tank like". I got it a month ago and its in perfect condition however I tend to drop my phone a lot. I used to have the Samsung Vibrant and I literally destroyed the chrome sides. I'd rather buy the case than buying a OEM battery cover. So you think I should wait for better ones?

Bump.
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Unless you're willing to wait for other xda peeps to post up their experience with any of the cases you listed, you might be better off ordering all of them & personally test each one until you find one that suits 'your needs'. I dunno if you'd be up for such a hassle. Besides, what would you define as "better" in comparison to you're current list?

The Body Glove case with optional kickstand got bad reviews in the beginning because it was the wrong fit(left marks on phone). They've restocked now and it fits much better(they sent me a replacement). Its not too big of a case and not too small. Has good grip.
My 2 cents.

gustav30 said:
The Body Glove case with optional kickstand got bad reviews in the beginning because it was the wrong fit(left marks on phone). They've restocked now and it fits much better(they sent me a replacement). Its not too big of a case and not too small. Has good grip.
My 2 cents.
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+1 the new BG case is also working out well for me.

Case recommendations?

I have been looking for a case for my HTC Sensation 4G.
The main purpose is to save a phone in case of an accidental drop.
I read this amazon review
http://www.amazon .com/review/RGI8F3AW3MSD1/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B0054NUFPS
Which is like the most comprehensive review I've seen over there.
So These are the cases that I'm considering
1) http://www.amazon .com/Case-Mate-CM014574-Tough-Case-Sensation/dp/B0054NUFPS/
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1251536
2) http://www.amazon. com/Trident-AG-SEN-BG-Aegis-Hybrid-Sensation/dp/B005H4I6GY/
3)http://www.boxwave .com/htc-sensation-4g-cases-and-covers/htc-sensation-4g-armor-case/bwpdd/pf-zzgc/
I appreciate your input on this
Thanks.

Looks like you already have done some research on this. But based on what you want....meaning in case of an accidental drop I think out of the ones you posted, the trident one is the one I think would be the best overall case. I personally use the seidio active case with kickstand with holster and it looks great and I feel safe in not having any exposed corners to chip or bump into.
GL

Thanks for the reply.
Can you please post a link to the case you are using?

Dhanu said:
Thanks for the reply.
Can you please post a link to the case you are using?
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Sure, its in my mini review here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1282689
But you can try amazon or ebay. You may get it a bit cheaper there. I also know daydeal.com has them as well...I think lol...
But if you are international those choices may be hard. Thanks!

I think I narrowed it down to two. Now have to select one.
Is there anyone who had actually seen/used both?
1. amazon .com/Trident-AG-SEN-BG-Aegis-Hybrid-Sensation/dp/B005H4I6GY/
2. amazon .com/Seidio-CSK3HTSEN-BK-ACTIVE-Case-Sensation/dp/B005EEO4NQ/

Dhanu said:
I think I narrowed it down to two. Now have to select one.
Is there anyone who had actually seen/used both?
1. amazon .com/Trident-AG-SEN-BG-Aegis-Hybrid-Sensation/dp/B005H4I6GY/
2. amazon .com/Seidio-CSK3HTSEN-BK-ACTIVE-Case-Sensation/dp/B005EEO4NQ/
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1233897&highlight=trident
Sorry I was incorrect in mentioning the trident case, it was the case mate that I was referring to as per video in that thread.

I'm using the Seido case right now. I love it. I've had it for about 2 months now. Glad I got this one. I like the fact that when you put it in the holster the screen faces in.

I use the Otterbox commuter series, but I think I'm going to switch to the Seidio Active. I don't like the fit of the Otterbox.

I posted a video review of these cases. It compares the Trident, Seidio, and CaseMate. It's in this forum somewhere.
Edit: its the link that kpjimmy posted.
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I'm rockin the High Gloss Smoke TPU case:
http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=25
I LOVE this case. The only thing that bugs me is that oils from hands stays on the case, and feels a little disgusting. The other bad thing is that the opening for the micro-USB port is a little smaller than it should be.
Other than that, it's an amazing case. Very protective, sleek, doesn't collect dust, and looks good!
I'm thinking about buying the Body Glove custom fit case, which is a hard-shell case covered in soft-touch coating. At Wal-Mart for $16. Just to try it out.

Thanks. I was looking for some comparisons. The video review you linked was a good comparison.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302174 why not get a free case instead If you are in US
OR
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302974 Free Case if you are in UK

vikramdhani said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302174 why not get a free case instead If you are in US
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302974 Free Case if you are in UK
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Didn't see much good reviews on the body glove case.
Free case is good, but more than that I'm willing to pay of a case that will protect my $500 phone

My brother uses a Casemate Tough Case. As a rough-and-tumble kind of guy, he didn't even want to get a case for his phone until I made him, lol. So far he's dropped his phone numerous times with the case on and, I quote him, "It just bounces!. It's a pretty bulky case but if you're looking for protection, I'd recommend it.

Hi!First post,going to try to be useful immediately
I own CM Tough and I'm very satisfied with it,although i don't use it all the time..Dropped the phone 2 times with it on pavement(clumsy me:/) and nothing happened,even the case didn't get any scratches.Also i find it very easy wearing it in pocket,even though it is kinda robust.Compared it to some other case(dont know the brand) and i like CMT more..My vote goes to it.

I'm very satisfied with CM Tough too. It may seem a bit bulky but it still feels pretty good in my hands. It offers excellent protection and looks good too IMHO.
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Yeah it's not a bad-looking case at all. I'm sure you could find much better photos but here's a couple of shots I took of my brother's Sensation with CM Tough,so you can have a quick look.
Links to photos are here and
here.

Case-mate Barely there
Personally - I prefer this case! I realize it probably doesn't suit your needs, however it suits mine and I figured I'd share what I use.
Barely there [Case-Mate]

Holy crap tyrol, Im all for great pics but those are some big ass pics lol. Either host them somewhere or upload a smaller pic bro. I had to scroll to the right to view the pics bigtime. Some of us view these forums on our phone/netbooks/tablets!

^LOL, I was usb teathered and those pics blew up my broadband!