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Really after a case to keep my phone in pristine condition but seeing as no shops in town have accessories yet I don't really want to buy completely blind online.
How many people have bought a case for their Sensation? If you have would you be able to give a link to which one you bought and a quick review of it?
Mobilefun has just got 2 different case-mate options in stock, I was thinking of going for their 'barely there' case for £15.95 - anyone ordered one of those yet?
My other two options are either waiting for the official HTC TPU case to come in stock or mobilefun have their own case which looks quite good for £10 - just called 'frosted back cover' but not sure if that'll be as good quality as the others.
Any recommendations?
I'm after something a bit rubberised but not floppy like silicone ones, quite a moulded fit round the back of the phone and preferably without adding too much bulk.

Bought mine from ebay, gel case under 2 quid. I am satisfied with it.
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using XDA App

Here is a preview of our Smoke GeoTPU case for the Sensation, going live today. Thoughts?
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Also just got in from the factory high gloss black and high gloss smoke (no pattern). Clear GeoTPU and High Gloss Grey will be coming later in the month.
All of our Sensation cases have a cutout for the power button and a molded volume rocker. Thin, lightweight... weigh about 21 grams, raised wrap around edges.

And High Gloss Smoke (no-pattern)....

Thats pretty nice-looking! Hope it will be available on amazon germany soon. I like the pattern on the back.

eisteh said:
Thats pretty nice-looking! Hope it will be available on amazon germany soon. I like the pattern on the back.
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I do put them on Amazon but I only have US shipping options on there. I had done worldwide before but Amazon gives customers an estimate of I believe 14 days for First Class Mail, and in my experience MANY packages take longer then that to certain destinations depending on customs. This causes customers to be very upset when they dont have their case after 14 days. Not good for feedback

Looks nice, but I'm in the UK, preferably after something with more of a matte finish too

Those are exactly what I want. I'll be grabbing a black one when they go up.

Very nice! Just put my order in for a smoked one. ;-)
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using XDA App

Idle Mind said:
Looks nice, but I'm in the UK, preferably after something with more of a matte finish too
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Case mate Tough from mobilefun.co.uk or similar site
Sent from my HTC Desire HD using XDA App

@OneStepAhead can you show me pics of the Sensation with your case on from all angles please? thanks

OneStepAhead said:
Here is a preview of our Smoke GeoTPU case for the Sensation, going live today. Thoughts?
Also just got in from the factory high gloss black and high gloss smoke (no pattern). Clear GeoTPU and High Gloss Grey will be coming later in the month.
All of our Sensation cases have a cutout for the power button and a molded volume rocker. Thin, lightweight... weigh about 21 grams, raised wrap around edges.
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Are you the maker of those? I just bought one on ebay. I love TPU cases.

Interesting. I have a very similar looking case (but not an official tpu one).
Mine doesn't have any of the small circular cut-outs near the camera and the speaker on the back, nor for the double small holes near the bottom of the case.
What am I missing out on?!

I've bought an official one on Play but at this rate I'm thinking it's going to be closer to Christmas before I see it. I'm more interested as to whether it will actually add something to the phone and make it easier to hold. The phone just seems too thin and slippery at the moment; I don't trust myself holding it!

http://shop.ventev.com/buy/accessories/cat/1173/model/1171_326546/accessory/863594
I would love a case like this for my sensation

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And High Gloss Smoke (no-pattern)....
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I ordered this on Monday, and it already arrived today. It looks and feels great on my phone. thanks!

You guys should be careful with these hard tpu rubber kind of cases. I bought on from eBay and I thought it was perfect
It fit really nice and felt good but when I took it off and looked at my phone
I saw some very very small almost invisible scratches from the edge of the case where the lip touches the edge of the glass on the phone
On my phone on the thin black piece that goes between the glass and back casing.
So I decided to buy another case but got a soft silicon case just to make sure it wont scratch my phone

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And High Gloss Smoke (no-pattern)....
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Should have left the power button covered. I like it better keeps the button finish from wearing. too bad I liked the case but oh well.

Hey guys,
I'm just wondering if there's any advantage of getting a case for the sensation at all?.. Since unlike other phones, the battery cover of the sensation is practically the shell itself. So why not just get a replacement battery cover for ~$50 on ebay when your original one is scratched and save all the hassle?

OneStepAhead said:
Here is a preview of our Smoke GeoTPU case for the Sensation, going live today. Thoughts?
Also just got in from the factory high gloss black and high gloss smoke (no pattern). Clear GeoTPU and High Gloss Grey will be coming later in the month.
All of our Sensation cases have a cutout for the power button and a molded volume rocker. Thin, lightweight... weigh about 21 grams, raised wrap around edges.
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Just received my case today. It's looking really great and feels good.
In my opinion the volume rocker is very hard to use, I can't press it like I used to. There seems to be a certain position where it can be used easily, may take some time to get used to.
Also the power button is a bit hard to reach. having it covered, like the volume rocker, would probably have made it easier to press.

[Q] Anyone tried Case-Mate Pop! for HTC Sensation Hard Case?

Doing hours of research on all diffrent types of cases i can apon the theory that case-mate are some of the best cases for the phone.. but i can across these Pop! branded hard cases and wanted to know if anyone else has one or seen one in the wild and what there thoughts are.. The case looks great, but its a heafty $34.00 for one.
Link:http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Sensation-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-Sensation-Pop-Cases.asp
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I love the case, I have the black and grey version and I've been using it for just over 2 weeks now. The grey is a nice soft tactile grip and the main part of the case is a nice hard and smooth rubber compound that feels more like plastic then rubber. Fits the phone very nice, and its a dream to hold on to. But its a pain to take it out if you ever need to get access to the battery or memory card.
The only real con I found is that glossy black plastic scratches easily and shows the scratches but better the case then my phone.
Buttons are very easy to push and you don't have to struggle with them.
Now I have had one accident since I've had my case and I know it saved my phone from damage.
If there was an Otterbox Defender for out phone it would be over $60 and provide about the same protection. I'd would recommend this case.

I don't understand how people scratche their HTC!
Its the only devices that have unscratchable materials,I had an N1, DHD and now Sensation with no cases...never had any single scratches (apart the N1 screen)

Neostarchild said:
I love the case, I have the black and grey version and I've been using it for just over 2 weeks now. The grey is a nice soft tactile grip and the main part of the case is a nice hard and smooth rubber compound that feels more like plastic then rubber. Fits the phone very nice, and its a dream to hold on to. But its a pain to take it out if you ever need to get access to the battery or memory card.
The only real con I found is that glossy black plastic scratches easily and shows the scratches but better the case then my phone.
Buttons are very easy to push and you don't have to struggle with them.
Now I have had one accident since I've had my case and I know it saved my phone from damage.
If there was an Otterbox Defender for out phone it would be over $60 and provide about the same protection. I'd would recommend this case.
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From the reviews I've seen this is a solid product... ill try it out
Sent from my Sensation 4g running amazingly awesome cm7

I have this one http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Sensation-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-Sensation-Tough-Cases.asp
and its been really good and had it for about 5 months.

knuhkles said:
Doing hours of research on all diffrent types of cases i can apon the theory that case-mate are some of the best cases for the phone.. but i can across these Pop! branded hard cases and wanted to know if anyone else has one or seen one in the wild and what there thoughts are.. The case looks great, but its a heafty $34.00 for one.
Link:http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Sensation-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-Sensation-Pop-Cases.asp
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Love it. Adds bulk to the phone, but it looks dope so I don't mind. Mucho protection too.
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using xda premium

If you haven't made the purchase yet, take a look at the Seidio Active case for the sensation. I've had it about a week now and it is a fantastic case. Not too much bulk, cutouts are positioned perfectly, and buttons are easily accessible. Plus I bought the one with the kick stand built in, which is a nice extra feature.
Sent from my HTC Sensation XE with Beats Audio using XDA App

Just got this case today and its great.. adds a little bulk but it feels nice. Looks great also. Already got 3 compliments today. Very easy to put on and take off. Fits snug. Buttons push easy. Recommended to anybody that doesn't mind a little bulk.
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using XDA App

Don't waste your money, when new looks awesome but it gets scratch very easy. I buy a Trident Aegis and have no regreet. SBME

deadpool2e said:
I have this one http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-Sensation-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-Sensation-Tough-Cases.asp
and its been really good and had it for about 5 months.
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I have tough case for 2 days now!! Awesome!! ^^
Love the rubber feeling more than plastic if compare to pop type. Avoid scratch i think.
Anyway, its quite difficult to get here in Malaysia. Almost all of the seller i ask had no stock!! Im quit lucky since when i buy this tough case is the last stock remain at the moment
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using XDA App

Just received this case. Very nice and greatly built. Only minus is that back is scrach sensitive. And the phone becomes little bit "fat" (add 2-4 mm) Buttons is still very responsive and everything is fine.
I would recommend to buy from case-mate.com with coupon from http://www.retailmenot.com/view/case-mate.com
I have bought it with 25% helloween coupon and I have received my case in 9 days. (from USA to Lithuania).
In the end i'm attaching some photos:
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Does anyone have a problem with plugging in the data cable?
I had the bottom one,and had to cut the edge of the shell of the cable to fit smoothly.
P.s. could be my cable is odd....

samo_ said:
Does anyone have a problem with plugging in the data cable?
I had the bottom one,and had to cut the edge of the shell of the cable to fit smoothly.
P.s. could be my cable is odd....
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No problems at all.. the case has a pretty good sized cutout for the data cable.
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using XDA App

saniauskis said:
Just received this case. Very nice and greatly built. Only minus is that back is scrach sensitive. And the phone becomes little bit "fat" (add 2-4 mm) Buttons is still very responsive and everything is fine.
I would recommend to buy from case-mate.com with coupon from http://www.retailmenot.com/view/case-mate.com
I have bought it with 25% helloween coupon and I have received my case in 9 days. (from USA to Lithuania).
In the end i'm attaching some photos:
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Awesome... is there any new coupons for the case?
Sent from my Sensation 4g running amazingly awesome cm7

knuhkles said:
Awesome... is there any new coupons for the case?
Sent from my Sensation 4g running amazingly awesome cm7
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Also I have received Tough Case and Barely There Case today from case-mate.
I can say POP! case is far the best, gives the best protection.
Barely There case is even funny. It has almost no protection from dropping the phone. It just makes 1mm protection from scraches.
And the tough case is like cheaper version of POP! version. And there isn't so much gum or silicone whathever the material inside is in the tough case that it is in POP!.
POP is far the best case for me yet (from case-mate production).

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I know this thread is a bit old, but just got this case in the mail today. From the experienced guys who have this case...what is the best way to start taking the case off?
Work from the bottom up? Bottom down? Or sides? For the life of me I have no clue Feel like I'm gonna split the phone in half, trying to get this on or off!
Thanks!

Cases?

i need a htc sensation phone case cheap and good. what are my options

rch979 said:
i need a htc sensation phone case cheap and good. what are my options
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I would suggest this pouch:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/HTC-Sensati...e=UTF8&qid=1329437355&sr=8-1&tag=acleint06-21
Really minimalistic look and feel.
Or get a :
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Supergets-Q...e=UTF8&qid=1329437392&sr=8-1&tag=acleint06-21
Or if you want to shell out some money:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Otterbox-Co...=UTF8&qid=1329437392&sr=8-10&tag=acleint06-21

Do not buy the OtterBox, always loved her, but the sensation was very bad. Case mate beautiful

I hate to be one of "those" people but theres already at least 2 very helpful CASE threads, lots of info and lots of pics so go to search and check them out.

i think that case-mate have many cases that are beautiful and enough proofing for Sensation.

There are mesh cases on ebay for about 2$.
I'm not sure how they will handle a fall, but they will protect the back cover from scratches.
Here is an example:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/250990237606?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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Just came home from work and the case was in the mail box.
My first impression is:
The case looks GREAT! The phone fits very well. there are holes for all the antennas (all the case is full of holes). I don't think it will protect your phone from a fall to the floor, but it will definitely protect it from scratches on the back cover AND on the screen! It has about 0.5-1mm "rail" on the screen side so when the phone is up side down, the screen does not touch the surface. It is possible to remove the back cover without taking off the case. I think the holes will help the phone to cool off.
I will try to post some pictures later if any one is interested.

If you don't mind waiting about 10 days, best bargain I've found IF you want a very thin and minimalistic case WITH Screen protector, here you go:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TPU-Silicon...875643?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item1c20d468bb
I ordered about a dozen for myself and coworkers. I got them at 1.99 shipped each, but they went up just a bit. For that price, get a few different colors.
Nice, tight fit and all holes are unobstructed and well cut out.

Never buying a hardcase again!
Never buying a hardcase again!
Sure the mesh ones look awesome but that's it, I bought 1 from ebay and it broke around the volume buttons within days of receiving.
Got a replacement from the seller and same thing!
Ended up getting a full refund.
Bought a $30 solid hard case from my local Optus Store (I'm an Aussie), was great for a few weeks then it too broke, they offered me a replacement but I opted for the full refund.
Totally disillusioned with hard cases!
Now I am about to test one of the TPU Clear Silicon Cases, fingers crossed it does the trick and doesn't some how melt and fuse itself to my Sensation XE.

Ballistic
I bought this case from amazon and the pics online look weird but in person its a nice looking case and solid feel and weight to it. http://www.amazon.com/Ballistic-SA0...sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1330012302&sr=8-1-spell
There is a grey one and black. I got the black one . The company also has a website goballistic.com

I bought one of these, we'll see how it is
http://www.amazon.com/Ecell-HEAD-DE...LB48/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1330014413&sr=8-3
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The case came in yesterday, it's mediocre.
The case is securely in place but not very secure, it's fairly easy to take the phone out of it. It is thin so that means that it doesn't cover the front of the phone at all.
Also the camouflage paint doesn't go to the edges

I would be careful; in my experience cases will compound wifi problems with this phone (as in block the antenna). With my two cases I can never achieve a full 3 bar Wi-Fi signal.

runderekrun said:
I would be careful; in my experience cases will compound wifi problems with this phone (as in block the antenna). With my two cases I can never achieve a full 3 bar Wi-Fi signal.
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Mine is fine with ballistic data and wifi
Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e using xda premium

Ive been using this one for a couple weeks and havent experienced any noticeable signal loss and it looks great. Not bad for £2.99
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270834128025?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
But if you want something cooler, I just ordered one of these game boy cases
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190620282...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2648#ht_2406wt_1139

I just got this one and so far i like it... pretty cheap too

seidio cases are great. 2 piece case, one with rubber gel case and a attachable back stand.

runderekrun said:
I would be careful; in my experience cases will compound wifi problems with this phone (as in block the antenna). With my two cases I can never achieve a full 3 bar Wi-Fi signal.
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I have had many cases and none had any signal issues.
sparx180 said:
Ive been using this one for a couple weeks and havent experienced any noticeable signal loss and it looks great. Not bad for £2.99
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270834128025?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
But if you want something cooler, I just ordered one of these game boy cases
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190620282...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2648#ht_2406wt_1139
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I have something like that but sold it. It's a great case for the cash, but you can see even in the pic on ebay that the top button is not aligned properly. Other than that those cases are my 3rd fav case.
Ndokami said:
I just got this one and so far i like it... pretty cheap too
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Looks decent but looks like a lint magnet. But if you are ok with it, then that's what matters right?
mckellick said:
seidio cases are great. 2 piece case, one with rubber gel case and a attachable back stand.
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That's my travel case. Great case. But my fav at the moment is the clear aprolink hybrid case. It's pretty much plastic with tpu trim for grip. The only drawback is that the rubber easily scratches, but I can't see it.

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seidio cases are great. 2 piece case, one with rubber gel case and a attachable back stand.
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I jz ordered the active one from Amazon ... Care to comment on signal dropping on this case?
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using Tapatalk

kpjimmy said:
Looks decent but looks like a lint magnet. But if you are ok with it, then that's what matters right?
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Yeah it is a lint magnet but that's what you get what you pay for

i ordered Aprolink... waiting to get it
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Unique-Limi...757342?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a160fbfde

[Q] OtterBox Defender and Commuter for HTC ONE S

Hey all, I saw that these became available recently. I was thinking about getting one for when I do rougher activites but was concerned about taking away from the slimness of the phone. I already have the OEM HTC matte black slim case. Anyone get this yet or have any feedback on it's build quality, size, weight and fit/finish?
Any input is appreciated.
Thanks
http://www.otterbox.com/htc-one-s-cases/htc-one-s-cases,default,sc.html

I am interested as well. I figure the slimness of this phone will help making any decent case that much more appealing. My friend has a case on his S2 and that thing is a BEAST.

im in the same boat. Since the phone is so small, i figured that the otterbox couldn't add that much heft to it. Now i'm anxiously waiting!!

HD2: 4.76" x 2.64" x 0.43"
One S: 5.15" x 2.56" x 0.31"
As you can see, the HD2 was pretty slim for a 4.3" phone, and the defender turns it into a 5.1" x 2.93" x 0.8" beast. It does however protect in every way possible, with lenses over the camera and flash, some sort of rubber membrane over the speakerphone, a rubber flap over the ports, a built in hard screen protector, and soft rubber stretched over strong plastic everywhere else. It comes with a belt holster that rotates and allows the phone to be securely snapped in face first, back first, or rotated 180* and functions as a dual angle kickstand in portrait or landscape. The whole thing is surprisingly light given its strength, but it had one big drawback that otterbox has hopefully resolved by now: it was far too easy to get contaminants underneath the screen protector, and once there it was very difficult to keep clean, clear, and smudge free.
Given the cost difference and my preference to go without a screen protector I'm saving for the case mate tough case, and for day to day use I'm happy with my diztronic.

For the Commuter case the dimensions on Otters site are 5.4 in x 2.81 in x 0.56 in
For the Defender Case the dimensions on Otters site are 5.48 in x 2.89 in x 0.67 in
The Dimensions for the One S: 5.15" x 2.55" x 0.31"
Both cases add size but IMO they won't make this phone a brick.

I don't have either of the otterbox cases for this phone, I do have the Ballistic though. The ballistic is most similar to the Otterbox Defender series. In my opinion the case does not not a significant amount of bulk to the phone and it still fits very comfortably in my pocket as well a stand I have on my desk. I can provide pictures of it if your are curious.

The commuter just came out today just put my order in
Sent from my HTC VLE_U using XDA

tdtylert said:
The commuter just came out today just put my order in
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Please post pics of it when it arrives, I'm concerned that it has the built in screen protector cover that is normally on the defender not the commuter series.

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Please post pics of it when it arrives, I'm concerned that it has the built in screen protector cover that is normally on the defender not the commuter series.
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They sent me a email this morning saying I should receive it on tuesday I will. I thought the same thing looking at the pics that they have but if you read the description its says it will include one separately.
Sent from my HTC VLE_U using XDA

still waiting on the defender. i really want the belt holster. But cant wait to see pics of the commuter case as well

just ordered my commuter series case, had one for my evo before i switched to an HD2. I think a little bit of extra security is worth it over cosmetic appeal of slimness. Just my thoughts

Just got my commuter case this morning ill try to post some pics later tonight. This is my first otterbox case and as far as looks I really don't like how it looks, but I gues it gets the job done. The case doesn't really add to much bulk, it just as wide as my d30 case and you don't really lose to much thinness.
Sent from my HTC VLE_U using XDA

Commuter is good comes with a screen protecter and the inside is made of rubber and the out of some weird rough plastic, overall the case is good for any kind of drops, thickness wise its as big as an n1 with no case

tdtylert said:
Just got my commuter case this morning ill try to post some pics later tonight. This is my first otterbox case and as far as looks I really don't like how it looks, but I gues it gets the job done. The case doesn't really add to much bulk, it just as wide as my d30 case and you don't really lose to much thinness.
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I got my otter box yesterday, very happy with it. Hopefully this is my second, and last, one s......
Sent from my HTC VLE_U using XDA

Quick question, is the case 1 piece or 2 pieces that snap together to fit the phone? I can't tell and wasn't sure after looking at the website.

rubber for the cover, hard plastic for the frame, 2piece and a screen protector but fugg that it leaves a dirty imprint after u take it off

Loving my commuter case ...dropped my phone from 3 ft not a scratch anywhere on the case feels good
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Has anyone picked up the Defender? I'm fairly certain that the One S is going to be my next phone but I work construction currently and that can be pretty hard on phones (Actually, my Milestone/Droid held up very well...Desire Z not so much). The two threads in the main forum about the screen breaking easily are worrying me a bit and an Otterbox is going to be a necessity here.
Is the Defender THAT much bigger than the Commuter? And apart from the clip, is it really that much more durable? I've checked the site and read what's there, but looking for real world experience from users (of both the One S and previous phones here).
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[IME/EXO][DISKUSSION/COLLECTION] HTC U12+/Exodus 1 - Case Compilation Thread

Greetings everybody,
so after I pre-ordered my HTC U12+ Translucent Blue, and am currently waiting for a review unit, I started ordering some cases to compare and see which one I'll go with on my all new HTC U12+. I dicided to share my first orders, and to review them as they arrive, updating this thread accordingly.
What I ordered:
QULLOO Clear - Shock absorbing TPU Case
MEINOUXU Slim Rubber Frosted Matte Plastic - Hard Case
What contributers ordered:
Poetic Carbon Shield by @jrocka312
Moonmini PU Leather Case by @tbalden
Tudia Slim Fit EXTREME by @MrN1484
mumbi TPU Frosted Case by @SuperFredF
I will add to this list, as either I'm getting new cases, or you are adding new ones with your own reviews. For the later case, I'll post a linkt to your post in the OP, and add it to the list.
Now have fun reading and participating at this thread.
5m4r7ph0n36uru

1) [QULLOO] Crystal Clear - Shock absorbing TPU Case
In the low-budget segment there are, as usual, a large number of cases. I usually use one until I receive my higher quality, pre-ordered cases - like something from Spigen. The QULLOO TPU Softcase differs significantly from the Spigen Liquid Crystal Case. Although this case also comes with a so-called Dottet Buffer surface on the inside, instead of the air cushions in the Spigen Case, it has clear thickening at the corners, and a matt reinforcement in the area of the Edge Sense 2.0 sensors.
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In the test, however, the matt reinforcement was quite a hindrance. If the U12+ recognizes the short squeeze, as well as the squeeze and hold action correctly, there were always problems with the double tap action, because it was not recognized right away.
Test result: good (2)
2) KingShark Transparent TPU Case
Another case in the low-budget segment is the KingShark Transparent TPU Case. It is significantly thinner than the cases of QULLOO, or spigen, but also comes in a so-called dottet buffer surface inside. This prevents, as in the case of the Spigen Liquid Crystal Case, unsightly blistering and/or staining between the smooth surface of the HTC U12+ and the case as such.
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Furthermore, it does not possess "Air Cushion Technology"
Test result: good (2)

1) [HTC] Transparent - Hard Case
Review in the works.
2) [MEINUOXU] Slim Rubber Frosted Matte Plastic - Hard Cover
As with TPU cases, there is an almost endless selection in the low-budget segment of hard cases - especially on portals like AliExpress. In order to have an alternative, and thus independent comparison possibility, to the supplied HTC Crystal Clear Hardcase, I also ordered some cases via AliExpress in this case - since each one only cost about 0,80 €. The cases have a decisive disadvantage compared to the HTC hardcase: they lack the necessary cut-outs in the area of the edge sense sensors. Furthermore, the cutouts for the volume buttons and the power button do not match the positions on the frame of the HTC U12+.
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A test was not necessary due to the shortcomings mentioned above.
Test result: insufficient (6)

I'm really curious about how much attention case and screen protector companies give the U12+ due to HTC's decreased popularity.
Does anyone know if the screen has a curve to it at all? I'm real worried we will be in another situation that you can't find a decent tempered glass. I guess that's for another thread though.

No official accessories?

No official accessories I know of at least. Well there is one of course: the clear hard case coming in the box! Will add this right away.
Glad there are one or two Spigen TPU cases upcoming, as I really love to have those on my phones.
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I will be buying both spigen cases. Let ya'll know what I think when I can. I hope incipio decides to make a 2 or so cases for us.

OP update.
Added first impressions to the cases that I already received. This OP will for sure be a WIP - Work in Progress - until my U12+ has been in use for at least 1 - 2 months.
Greetings
5m4r7ph0n36uru

jal3223 said:
I'm really curious about how much attention case and screen protector companies give the U12+ due to HTC's decreased popularity.
Does anyone know if the screen has a curve to it at all? I'm real worried we will be in another situation that you can't find a decent tempered glass. I guess that's for another thread though.
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The glass appears to be entirely flat until the edges, until it forms an M9-esque 90 degree bend and goes into the aluminum body. Think as if the entire front portion of the M9 were glass.
At least, that's what I'm getting out of the pictures that have come out so far.

OGhoul said:
The glass appears to be entirely flat until the edges, until it forms an M9-esque 90 degree bend and goes into the aluminum body. Think as if the entire front portion of the M9 were glass.
At least, that's what I'm getting out of the pictures that have come out so far.
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Yes absolutely flat to the edges.
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OP update.
Added the first test results. More will follow for sure!

I'm finally going to get this one https://www.amazon.de/Moonmini-Rück...UTF8&qid=1528978613&sr=1-14&keywords=u12+plus
This looks like good protection and somewhat I like its leather style.
I'll get a transparent one on the longer run, once the bigger names start to ship them.

tbalden said:
I'm finally going to get this one https://www.amazon.de/Moonmini-Rück...UTF8&qid=1528978613&sr=1-14&keywords=u12+plus
This looks like good protection and somewhat I like its leather style.
I'll get a transparent one on the longer run, once the bigger names start to ship them.
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Great choice when it come to design. Looking at the matt black one since a few days. Still didn't order it. Seems a little bit flexible at the sides which would be positive for Edge Sense and double tap I guess.
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For my HTc 10 i was using this Case:
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B01IW3OH82...olid=2BBLC2HN0SPDW&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
i am searching something similar for the HTC U12+, but didnt found something yet.
U have any suggestions or tipps for me?

gerzii said:
For my HTc 10 i was using this Case:
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B01IW3OH82...olid=2BBLC2HN0SPDW&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
i am searching something similar for the HTC U12+, but didnt found something yet.
U have any suggestions or tipps for me?
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Not yet. But such a case might be a problem when it comes to Edge Sense and its usability. Thus I went with TPU crystal clear cases, which IMHO did a good job in protecting my U11 and still keep the Edge Sense sensors working.
Sent from my HTC U12+ using XDA Labs

Original HTC case for U12+ appeared on HTCs HK website. Maybe someone can order and send to EU?

Iscandelt said:
Original HTC case for U12+ appeared on HTCs HK website. Maybe someone can order and send to EU?
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i want also one
btw: why cant we order it directly?

gerzii said:
i want also one
btw: why cant we order it directly?
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I've got same question man... I don't understand HTC's sales policy sometimes....

I just ordered the Poetic Karbon Shield. Should receive both the case and phone tomorrow. Will update with my thoughts. https://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Karbon-Shield-Absorbing-Texture/dp/B07C6YW9CT/ref=sr_1_1_sspa/145-2051360-8800628?ie=UTF8&qid=1530103836&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=poetic+htc+u12&psc=1
Sorry for the delay. I have been using the Poetic Karbon Shield for 10 days now and I have to say it is great! It does not inhibit Edge Sense from working and does not have any negative impact on the haptic buttons for power and volume. The case does have a nice lip around the entire screen to protect it when face down. There is an ample amount of buffer between the case and camera as well. The texture on the back and sides is not slippery and allows for a nice grip when holding the phone. The cutouts are all perfect. The case most definitely gives me more confidence than then included OEM case. It does not make the phone that much more bulky. I really like this case!
My opinions so far:
Poetic Karbon Shield : 8
Ringke FUSION-X: 9
HTC OEM Case: 4

I see the spilgen case is now in stock the Spilgens own site, so hopefully will be on Amazon uk soon