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What case do you use?

I use a Bodyglove clear case I got at my local T-Mobile store. It's actually a Vibrant case, but it's a perfect fit. It also has a kickstand, which I love (perfect for watching videos.)
Edit: This is the one I was talking about.
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Best skin ever - clear skin
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Case mate, absolutely love it, one of the best cases I've ever used.

C0dy said:
I use a Bodyglove clear case I got at my local T-Mobile store. It's actually a Vibrant case, but it's a perfect fit. It also has a kickstand, which I love (perfect for watching videos.)
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I have the body glove and love it... gives the phone a little more size and the rubber coating really provides grip, love the kick stand when I have to use the belt clip, but it's mostly in my pocket or on the desk.

Breat s4.case.
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Otterbox
I use an Otterbox case. Absolutely love it but I'll have to check out the body glove case.

Otterbox is the best case!
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C0dy said:
I use a Bodyglove clear case I got at my local T-Mobile store. It's actually a Vibrant case, but it's a perfect fit. It also has a kickstand, which I love (perfect for watching videos.)
Edit: This is the one I was talking about.
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Same case. Love it.

I'm using a power-skin case. It charges my battery up to four times. Until I charge the power-skin up. So if my phone dies, it will keep my phone alive for 4 extra hours until I can charge it.

Otterbox = Best case ever!

SGP Ultra Slider Case!

Otter Box fits it perfectly love it

+1 To all the OtterBox lovers. It gives you the best of both worlds. Soft rubber inner lining so it don't scratch it like the plastic ones do, and a hard candy shell... mmmm... candyy... sorry got distracted. But even with the 2 layers it doesn't really add that much to the thickness of the phone. Perfectiona! I'm an Idiot.

I use Trident "Cyclops" Case, It is a awesome case for protection.

I run it naked no case lol

joedeveloper said:
I run it naked no case lol
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LOL Nice!!!!!!

Stock black rubber from T-Mobile here
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Otterbox Commuter - got an Otterbox for my old Blackberry and it saved it multiple times, wouldn't get anything less for this phone (and the case is awesome).

trident case
+1 on the trident case. when i got mine the guy at the store was repeatedly dropping his phone frm 8ft off the ground just to show the protection level. I would never recomend pushing your cases capabilities like this but none the less i was sold after that! U guys should check out there website (google trident cases) the KRAKEN is a beast!

shotchacokov said:
I have the body glove and love it... gives the phone a little more size and the rubber coating really provides grip, love the kick stand when I have to use the belt clip, but it's mostly in my pocket or on the desk.
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i bought that case and it scratch my phone all around the edges

CASES: Any ideas of any good ones?

Any ideas of any good ones? Feel free to post links, picture or constructive reviews on any case you might have had or have.
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like a protective case, or sleeve, or holster type deal?

I ordered this one. I have a similar one one my HTC glacier and love it.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=180655010534
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I bought the t-mobile brand tpu case. Its a pretty nice case and doesnt really add any bulk to the phone at all

I say the candyshell speck case hard case outside soft inside LOL I'm useing it right now.
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I just got the Bodyglove case, and it provides excellent protection, and looks nice. I highly recommend it.
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Just saw on the Seidio website that the Surface case is coming soon. Hope it's like the innocase II (now known as the Surface case) for the Nexus 1...seriously one of the best cases I've ever bought.

I got the Body Glove case also and it rocks. I ordered a tpu case from Korea on eBay and it did not fit well.
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pbfoot said:
I bought the t-mobile brand tpu case. Its a pretty nice case and doesnt really add any bulk to the phone at all
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Me, too. I got the T-Mobile case and I love it. Fits perfectly and is textured for good grip. Doesn't pick up pocket lint like some soft cases. Quality is great, too.

ananthb said:
Me, too. I got the T-Mobile case and I love it. Fits perfectly and is textured for good grip. Doesn't pick up pocket lint like some soft cases. Quality is great, too.
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how much is the the t-mobile case? tmobile cases are more expensive(relatively speaking).

I would like to find a clear silicone gel skin. There are a lot that have an argyle pattern on them but I'd hate to cover up such a nice looking phone.

CrazyCharlie said:
I would like to find a clear silicone gel skin. There are a lot that have an argyle pattern on them but I'd hate to cover up such a nice looking phone.
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http://www.fommy.com/view-full-page.asp?divid=LG&model=LG+G2x&cat=Cases&skuno=91036

jdaclutch said:
how much is the the t-mobile case? tmobile cases are more expensive(relatively speaking).
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Yea it's 19.99 at the t-mobile store, but I got mine from wirelessground.com for 9.99

Case with some grip that can slide into my pocket?

I find that cases that are all silicon are very difficult to put in my pocket. Any cases are a combination hard / grippy that can still fit in jeans pockets?

Otterbox Commuter will slide in and out easily.
Trident Aegis will slide in and out with a bit more effort.

I got a tpu plastic off ebay I really like it. It's not rubbery in a way that would give your pocket issues
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Tpu cases give good grip, and slides easily in your pockets
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Rememo said:
Otterbox Commuter will slide in and out easily.
Trident Aegis will slide in and out with a bit more effort.
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I see that you have both cases. Thanks for the comparison. I bought the otterbox because I was concerned that the aegis would get annoying sliding in and out of my pocket. Hopefully the otterbox has at least some extra grip from the bare phone.

elucid said:
I see that you have both cases. Thanks for the comparison. I bought the otterbox because I was concerned that the aegis would get annoying sliding in and out of my pocket. Hopefully the otterbox has at least some extra grip from the bare phone.
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It does, and it's an amazing case. You won't be disappointed by it
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What is the thinnest case available?

I really dislike using any case at all on my phones. I've never used them in the past. But this phone is just so darned slippery, a case is practically necessary to keep from dropping it all the time. So right now I'm using the Diztronic case, and while it is quite thin, it still IMHO adds significantly to the phone's size. Are there any cases that are more just like a thin skin? I am not looking for any drop protection; just looking to make the back of the phone less slippery. I suppose some kind of sticker could also do the job...
Any ideas appreciated. TIA!

Might want to check out ghost armor or something like a full body skin. Basically a screen protector but for your whole phone.
Or check out the incipio feather or one of the barely there cases.

paperecho said:
Might want to check out ghost armor or something like a full body skin. Basically a screen protector but for your whole phone.
Or check out the incipio feather or one of the barely there cases.
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Full body skins are a terrible idea and a recipe for destroying your phone by corrosion, especially on a device with a sealed battery like this one.
Use an HTC hard case or something similar. They are very light and thin, but they will also easily break if you take it off and put it back on many times.

I use the diztronic case and it adds almost no bulk yo the phone at all.

Body glove makes a nice thin case. I bought one at walmart for $20ish.

Thinnest cases are these thin shell cases. I have the black one and it's really thin and doesn't hide the beauty of the phone.
http://shop.htcpedia.com/htc-one-s-accessories/accessories/cases-brand/htc-oem-cases.html
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Skullcandy makes a really thin case for the One S. I can only find them on eBay.
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mlynch01 said:
Thinnest cases are these thin shell cases. I have the black one and it's really thin and doesn't hide the beauty of the phone.
http://shop.htcpedia.com/htc-one-s-accessories/accessories/cases-brand/htc-oem-cases.html
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+1
I have both the black one and the transparent one.
They are really thin and add minimum bulk to the phone. However, they also barely protect the phone at all, probably only good for keeping the back of the phone from scratches.
At the back, the case is level with the red/blue ring around the camera lens, i doubt it protects the lens at all.
The transparent one has a frosted feel and is still pretty slippery, but it's better than without a case at all.
I would recommend the black one as it gives a rubbery texture and it's pretty grippy.
Overall i love how the cases manage to give me minimum protection and bulk.
i chose the One S over the X partly due to it's thiness, so i bought these cases to keep it that way.
Cheers!

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mlynch01 said:
Thinnest cases are these thin shell cases. I have the black one and it's really thin and doesn't hide the beauty of the phone.
http://shop.htcpedia.com/htc-one-s-accessories/accessories/cases-brand/htc-oem-cases.html
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klin1344 said:
I use the diztronic case and it adds almost no bulk yo the phone at all.
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It really seems to be the thinnest one. However, I haven't seen the "perfect" case yet. I hope someday someone will do it...

I really want a nillkin but I just can't get myself to pay $20 for something I am sure I will end up not using.
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klin1344 said:
I use the diztronic case and it adds almost no bulk yo the phone at all.
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only found them on amazon and they will not ship to Canada; any other source?

I've used one of the inexpensive (sub $5) mesh cases off eBay. Extremely thin, feels great in the hand, but quality could be better. Then again I paid three bucks for it.
Dust definitely gets behind the case through all the holes, but I'm willing to deal with that to get the additional heat dissipation for those times when it gets toasty. I just wish I could find a vented TPU case instead of this hard rubberized plastic.

ultimul said:
only found them on amazon and they will not ship to Canada; any other source?
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Ebay: http://www.ebay.es/itm/Diztronic-Ma...ccessories&hash=item3a73a03573#ht_1789wt_1414

For that price you could the HTC kickstand case that looks just like it. If it is out yet that is.
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Body glove ...nuff said
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Rock case, mega slim...
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/rock-q...pc-back-case-for-htc-one-s-grey-131412?item=2

Not the thinnest but pretty darn thin and close enough for the price and great protection is the Cruzerlite, also buy 2 get the third free! I keep coming back to this case
Cruzerlite Androidified A2 TPU Case - For HTC One S

Otterbox Commuter or Cygnett Workmate Evolution?

Hi
I'm just looking for some advice.
I'm using a Spigen Slim Armour currently and whilst I love the case I find it's a little bit slippery and the lip on the front is a little too shallow for my liking.
I cant decide whether to get an Otterbox Commuter or Cygnett Workmate. I've never owned cases from either but Otterbox is a brand name I recognise.
I like the workmates protection --- the drop test is convincing but there are reports about the charging port being too small.
The otterbox looks like it might be a bit slippery and may not offer the same protection.
Any advice welcome!

Im using an Otterbox Commuter right now, it's not that slippery though but kinda bulky compared to Spigen..
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m.garz said:
Im using an Otterbox Commuter right now, it's not that slippery though but kinda bulky compared to Spigen..
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Thanks I happy with a bit of extra bulk for the extra protection. The spigen is very stylish but I'm not sure how well it will strand up to being dropped.. and it's pretty slippery!!

If I were you I'd go with the workmate. But I personally use the UAG navigator case.
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Go for Otterbox Defender (if you don't mind the size). :good:

I realised I wrote defender..I meant the commuter case. The defender is just too heavy duty for me.
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JayceOoi said:
Go for Otterbox Defender (if you don't mind the size). :good:
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otterbox defender; agreed.

Thanks..I've looked at the defender but it's just too bulky for my liking.
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I currently use an otterbox commuter. I think for the protection it offers it's not that bulky.
It still easily fits in the breast pocket of my military uniform without being all that noticeable.
Plus otterbox has awesome customer service and warranty. I've gotten several brand new cases from them over the years when port covers broke off or if I had other issues with the case.
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Just got the Cygnett Workmate Evolution today. It's a bit bulky but I dont mind because it's going to protect the phone. One thing that I just noticed and you also pointed it out was the phone charger wouldn't go in and it's true. I'm using the stock charger that came with my phone. I'm probably going to get a new charger or return the case.

I have the commuter and I love it.
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Figsalan101 said:
Just got the Cygnett Workmate Evolution today. It's a bit bulky but I dont mind because it's going to protect the phone. One thing that I just noticed and you also pointed it out was the phone charger wouldn't go in and it's true. I'm using the stock charger that came with my phone. I'm probably going to get a new charger or return the case.
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Thanks.. I'm sorry it doesn't fit. I think I read on xda that they were changing the design.
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Bradden1 said:
Thanks.. I'm sorry it doesn't fit. I think I read on xda that they were changing the design.
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No need to worry. Yes, the charging port is too small (narrow) for the stock S4 charger, but one sharp knife and five minutes later... problem solved.
I received my Workmate Evolution earlier this week, and got my S4 this morning. Sure enough, the charging port was too narrow. I took a sharp knife and raked it across the upper and lower surfaces of the case's port, holding the blade at a 90° angle to the surface. Thus, abrading it rather than cutting it. Took about five minutes.
In Cygnett's defense, the OEM charger plug is much bigger than any other micro USB cable plug I own.
Hours into owning the phone, I can say I'm happy with both it and the Cygnett case.
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+1 for otterbox.
I've been using it since iphone 4.
I recall dropping it from 6 feet on concrete.
The corner of hard shell broke but my iphone was flawless. They also sent me a replacement case and honoured on their lifetime warranty policy.
As for s4 commuter, I personally find it a 'little' slippery but not as much as a naked s4.

Bradden1 said:
Hi
I'm just looking for some advice.
I'm using a Spigen Slim Armour currently and whilst I love the case I find it's a little bit slippery and the lip on the front is a little too shallow for my liking.
I cant decide whether to get an Otterbox Commuter or Cygnett Workmate. I've never owned cases from either but Otterbox is a brand name I recognise.
I like the workmates protection --- the drop test is convincing but there are reports about the charging port being too small.
The otterbox looks like it might be a bit slippery and may not offer the same protection.
Any advice welcome!
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I absolutely love both Otterbox and Cygnett. In the past, I've had issues with Otterbox's silicone warping out of shape. The new one on my wife's HTC One (which is identical to the one I tested on my S4 earlier) is way better than the older versions. Went with Cygnett this time purely based on aesthetics as I think the Cygnett looks wayyyyyy better.
The main differences in protection are that the commuter cases have the hard polycarbonate closer to the edges, while cygnett offers a wider tpu layer. The lip above the screen on the workmate is slightly higher than that of the Commuter. Cygnett's TPU is harder though I can't offer an opinion on if its better or worse (though it means the fit on the Cygnett is slightly better, espcially around the sections where the hard bits clamp around the soft bits). I think the hard shell is thinner but the TPU thicker on the workmate
Usage wise, the Cygnett is slightly grippier than the otterbox. The button presses slightly less mushy. The edge of the lip on the front is sharper and you'll notice it though it's not uncomfortable. I like the fact that the ports are uncovered, but the reports are right. The hole for the USB port is too narrow. I can't fit the original cable in, however it's not a deal breaker for me as I have 3 other cables and chargers. Nothing a sharp hobby knife can't fix though.
To be honest, unless the sharper edge on the front lip or usb port hole size are deal breakers, I would recommend the Cygnett. That being said, both are pretty good cases, and you can't go wrong with either when it comes to protection.

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Thanks.. I'm sorry it doesn't fit. I think I read on xda that they were changing the design.
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I ended up grinding down the sides of my charger just a bit. My charger still looks new and you cant really tell that i modified it. I can charge my phone now

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Cygnett WorkMate Evolution in grey....
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Bradden1 said:
Hi
I'm just looking for some advice.
I'm using a Spigen Slim Armour currently and whilst I love the case I find it's a little bit slippery and the lip on the front is a little too shallow for my liking.
I cant decide whether to get an Otterbox Commuter or Cygnett Workmate. I've never owned cases from either but Otterbox is a brand name I recognise.
I like the workmates protection --- the drop test is convincing but there are reports about the charging port being too small.
The otterbox looks like it might be a bit slippery and may not offer the same protection.
Any advice welcome!
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i bought the WorkMate over the weekend. love the case.
http://www.frys.com/product/7651437?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
super tough bounced across the floor a few times already and no scuffs or anything removes easy to change out the battery and/or SD card

Hey figsalan101,
Nick here form Cygnett, mate.
Sorry to hear about that the charger port isn't lining up correctly with the WorkMate Evolution, we have had a few reports of this happening.
The issue of the charging port has been fixed and all of the cases we are introducing into the market now are working correctly. You entitled to a refund or exchange at the point of purchase if you'd like to.
Regards,
Nick

I went for the black Cygnett Workmate Evolution in the end and love it - thanks for the advice.
The ports are all correct - I bought it directly from Cygnett's website and I guess they have fixed the issues with the earlier ones.
The buttons are still a little stiff even after a couple of weeks use.. but it's a small price to pay for the protection.
I have dropped it once already when getting out of my car. It bounced on my driveway a couple of time without any visible damage.
I still like my Spigen Neo Hybrid, Slim Armour and UAG Scout but none offer the protection I need at work... and excellent grip.