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Case-mate, good?

I found this case to be interesting, anyone got experience with it? Is it worth the price?
http://www.case-mate.com/Google-Cases/Case-Mate-Google-Nexus-One-Tough-Cases.asp
I'm having a hard time looking for a good case, and I have to ship overseas.

I found this case to be interesting, anyone got experience with it? Is it worth the price?
http://www.case-mate.com/Google-Cases/Case-Mate-Google-Nexus-One-Tough-Cases.asp
I'm having a hard time looking for a good case, and I have to ship overseas.
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From what I've read its one of the best cases you can buy, I don't use it because it makes your phone as big as a HTC G1/Dream. I do use the Case-mate Barely There chrome snap-on case and from what I have personally found out is that they make the highest quality cases that I have bought for my Nexus One.
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I have it, I'm using it. I love it It's absolutely the best you can buy with the price, free shipping, good customer service. IMO, It doesn't significantly make your phone bigger or bulkier. It feels like a solid rock

I use this case as well as the new Otterbox Commuter case and they are both very good quality cases. I believe that the Otterbox offers a little more protection and feels better and is easier to pull out of your pocket but all in all, this is a good sturdy case! I do like the fact that you have different color options whereas the Otterbox does not yet...

Thanks for the reply guys!
I also like the chrome one here: http://www.case-mate.com/Google-Cases/Case-Mate-Google-Nexus-One-Barely-There-Cases.asp
It looks nice and less expensive, might get that instead.

I just got the Tough Case like 3 days ago. It is amazing! I don't think it makes the the phone that much larger, I actually like the texture and sturdiness of the case, its pretty smooth.

Had mine just over a week, love it. Good fit, good feel, free decent screen protector.

Rusty! said:
Had mine just over a week, love it. Good fit, good feel, free decent screen protector.
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You're talking about the chrome or tough case?
Does the tough case come with a screen protector?

ultra99 said:
Does the tough case come with a screen protector?
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Yes it does.

ultra99 said:
You're talking about the chrome or tough case?
Does the tough case come with a screen protector?
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Tough Case, if you do a quick search I've put up a picture of my pink/black one.

case mate Tough Case is the best so far. i have two buddy's at work and they have different ones that cost them about 8 bucks ,and they ask me were to get it and i told them . ever since i had it i don't have any problem and trust me i recommended to every one...

I was in the market for some cases too for my wife who tends to just sort of abuse her phone (just throws the phone in her purse and cup holders) so I decided to get the tough case for both our phones and glad I did...its solid and well made. The holes match up perfectly and the silicone and abs are snug to each other.
Photos are Pink/Black and Black/Gray

Just ordered this case off of Case-Mate
http://www.case-mate.com/Google-Cases/Case-Mate-Google-Nexus-One-ID-Credit-Card-Cases.asp
Will tell you how I like it and post pictures if you guys want when I get it.
Gotwake

crxtasi said:
I was in the market for some cases too for my wife who tends to just sort of abuse her phone (just throws the phone in her purse and cup holders) so I decided to get the tough case for both our phones and glad I did...its solid and well made. The holes match up perfectly and the silicone and abs are snug to each other.
Photos are Pink/Black and Black/Gray
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lookin good crxtasi! when can i get my barely there?

I have a casemate gelli, it's pretty awesome. Very snug, minimal bulk, and looks great. Sure not as much protection as some other cases, but certainly increases the drop protection.

gotwake424 said:
Just ordered this case off of Case-Mate
http://www.case-mate.com/Google-Cases/Case-Mate-Google-Nexus-One-ID-Credit-Card-Cases.asp
Will tell you how I like it and post pictures if you guys want when I get it.
Gotwake
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I've had this case since it was released for the N1 and love it....never have to carry my wallet around with me anymore

Well it should be here in a couple of days. I really need to get a case on my N1! And I like the added feature of the card holder, in this day and age all you need is a 20. Dollar bill I'd and debit/ credit card
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Looks good. I prefer innocase 2 by seidio. Very happy with mine and well worth the money IMHO. it looks more streamline than the pics ive seen on this thread.

The problem with the barely there case is the lack of protection on the bottom and top of the phone. That is where I got 90% of the scratches on my g1.
(see below)

i have the Barely There Case
for my N1
and i love it
especially because i wear skinny jeans and it fits on my front pocket perfectly
lol
all other cases made the N1 feel like i was still trying to rape my pocket with my old myTouch lol

A hip holster that doesn't look like a cheap leather EBAY item

I am looking for a holster with a belt clip that doesn't look like a cheap EBAY rip off you get for $3. It doesn't need to be leather. I just want a nice one that will fit the G2x good.

PDAir (pdair.com) makes a great one, I've used them for all my phones. They're not cheap but they're very high quality. I have one coming and will post pics.

BarryH_GEG said:
PDAir (pdair.com) makes a great one, I've used them for all my phones. They're not cheap but they're very high quality. I have one coming and will post pics.
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i don't know why people don't post links
i have not bought any of these from this site
but heres Barry's link to the G2x cases
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=10100000_11000039_11001235
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Anybody else have experience with these cases?
Sent from my LG-P999

I've owned 2 of these, 1 for my N1, and one for my Vibrant. These are good cases and are very well made. I highly recommend.

diablos991 said:
Anybody else have experience with these cases?
Sent from my LG-P999
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I have no experience with them yet, but went ahead and ordered one last weekend. it shipped out today and i will post as soon as i receive it.

diablos991 said:
Anybody else have experience with these cases?
Sent from my LG-P999
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I have two same cases for old Blackjack II from PDair. They were expensive, however they have held up well. The interior portion of the spinning clip came free from its attachment, so when it sits, it can bend at an angle, and isn't stiff. The rest of the clip and the outer part still attaches, its just isn't stiff and if I were to get it again for the G2x, I would get one with a permanent belt clip and not the spinny thing. The rest of the leather is OK and has held its shape- not too nice of a grain.

i have a pdair leather case for my old motorola xt720. It's of good quality but I don't really like the tightness of the case, but I do understand that most people would prefer having a tighter case. My concern is that they are probably selling this universal case for all phone models so it might be a bit too tight for the g2x (since my xt720 is smaller than the g2x and I was already complaining about its tightness)
quality-wise, it definitely live up to its price

I am still looking for a hip-holster leather case for this phone. I don't want to buy pdair's horizontal pouch leather case because I know it will be too tight... any more suggestions?

[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.

My case recommendation

I just reviewed 3 Sensation 4G cases on my website. This is the one I liked best
http://www.amazon.com/HTC-SENSATION-SKIN-CASE-QUBITS-BRANDED/dp/B005A2UR4W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1315591998&sr=8-1
The first and best case is the gel skin solid black made by Quibits. It is a black case that attempts to keep the Sensation’s style by having a solid black stripe in the middle. It feels great in my hands with a solid feel that will not slip from anyone’s fingers. The case also covers a bit of the front for when you drop your phone face first. It is a made of flexible plastic, called TPU, but when put on the android smartphone it becomes quite solid. The included microfiber cloth is a bit cheap but for 7 bucks this case is a steal.
I hope that helps! For those who want to check out my article
http://www.blamza.com/sensation-4g-cases-review/

Nice reviews. These really help people that are like me and are totally anal about buying stuff and want to make sure they are getting a good product. I already have the Yoobao TPU case shipping on its way right now, but if I don't like it I'll definitely give the Qubits case a try since most people seem to like it.

The Janitor Mop said:
Nice reviews. These really help people that are like me and are totally anal about buying stuff and want to make sure they are getting a good product. I already have the Yoobao TPU case shipping on its way right now, but if I don't like it I'll definitely give the Qubits case a try since most people seem to like it.
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I have the Yoobao one and I am actually not using it lol. It's ok, adds a bit more bulk to my liking but looks nice. I have the white/clear one.

+1. I own this case too, and it's great. Barely adds any additional girth to the phone and is easy to take off and put on. Great look and feel.

You cant really go wrong with that case. Its fantastic. Im currently using it right now.
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And how about http://www.ebay.com/itm/GEL-TPU-MES...214984?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3cbb86dac8
That case looks great!

ciaphuas said:
I just reviewed 3 Sensation 4G cases on my website. This is the one I liked best
http://www.amazon.com/HTC-SENSATION-SKIN-CASE-QUBITS-BRANDED/dp/B005A2UR4W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1315591998&sr=8-1
The first and best case is the gel skin solid black made by Quibits. It is a black case that attempts to keep the Sensation’s style by having a solid black stripe in the middle. It feels great in my hands with a solid feel that will not slip from anyone’s fingers. The case also covers a bit of the front for when you drop your phone face first. It is a made of flexible plastic, called TPU, but when put on the android smartphone it becomes quite solid. The included microfiber cloth is a bit cheap but for 7 bucks this case is a steal.
I hope that helps! For those who want to check out my article
http://www.blamza.com/sensation-4g-cases-review/
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can you find the case on ebay? on amazon they dont send it to israel

havlaz said:
can you find the case on ebay? on amazon they dont send it to israel
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I don't see it on ebay but maybe they are just OOS

ST4LKER said:
And how about http://www.ebay.com/itm/GEL-TPU-MES...214984?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3cbb86dac8
That case looks great!
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Looks like a wicker basket to me. But each his/her/it own.

Video Review: Otterbox Commuter for HTC One X

Hey guys,
I got my hands on the Commuter series case from Otterbox, for the One X. I'm sure most of you have seen or own a variant of this case. It is a very popular style, composed of two parts, a plastic shell that wraps around a TPU membrane. This model fits particularly well, but not too tight, which I love. It offers fantastic protection, although it is a bit pricey.
Check out the full review below:

just in case anyone was wondering...

bigballa said:
just in case anyone was wondering...
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Awesome. Thank you for sharing!

Nice review! So far I like the case. Only complain is what was mentioned in the review, power button is a little hard to press. Other than that, the phone is very well protected!
Sent from my HTC One X using XDA

I love otterbox cases other than the fact that they don't work with docks. Htc implemented the dock connector dots on the lower right region of the back so that is obviously covered and usually the port covers prevent the phone from being used with Mic USB docks as well.
Thanks for the review.
Sent from my HTC One X using Tapatalk 2

I just picked it up today just to have a case for when I'm at work and I must say... I hate it. It is a pain in the ass to put on and take off and it adds too much bulk to such a sleek phone. It's also pretty ugly by my standards. It will do for now but I hope something better comes along.
Also to the OP- the inner part is most definitely not TPU. It's silicone.

Good review, could you do a video review on the HTC ONE X DEFENDER SERIES CASE? im really thinking about getting it but i dont know if it just going to look to big. Also by us using these cases... will it make your phone over heat and drain the battery faster?
Thanks

xXOo Axel oOXx said:
Good review, could you do a video review on the HTC ONE X DEFENDER SERIES CASE? im really thinking about getting it but i dont know if it just going to look to big. Also by us using these cases... will it make your phone over heat and drain the battery faster?
Thanks
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Thank you!
Sorry to say, but I no longer have the One X. My uncle who lives abroad wanted it, so I bought it for him and used it for a couple of weeks before sending it to him. For that reason I won't be able to review the Defender series case.
I do have 1 last final review coming up which I hope will help.
With regards to your final question, I didn't notice any issues with battery drain to be honest with you. It will run hotter since the heat cannot dissipate as evenly, but I don't think it is too serious.

Nice review, I might pick this up.

i have this case too. while it does add a lot of bulk, it is worth it for the protection