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For those of you who like the grip of a "skin" but a little bit of hard case too
I just picked two of these up on Ebay for $8.99 shipped. The only way I can describe them is a silicone skin/hard case hybrid.
It's basically a silicone case with a hard cover that holds the silicone case on a bit better plus gives a little bit o' hard cover type protection. Every silicone case i've had in the past liked to slip off pretty easily - this doesn't feel like it's going anywhere anytime soon!
The ones I got were the lime green and carbon fiber variants, but they can be also had in pink, blue or black. I thought the lime green with black screamed Android!
If nothing else, they are definitely unique!
Ebay seller's name is "moderntechs" . Search with keywords on Ebay "Nexus Hard Silicone" and you'll pull them right up!
wow that's pretty awesome. I know there was a company that made something similar for iPhones, and some people here were emailing them to petition for a N1 model. I have to say this probably does exactly the same thing for much, much cheaper.
Nice find!
EDIT: does this case make your phone really hot when there is heavy data usage?
I think I worded that poorly.. $8.99 EACH shipped, but still, not a bad deal.
do you have an invisible skin or best skin ever? I have a best skin ever and have found that a couple(admittedly cheap) hard snap on cases I've purchased wouldn't close completely due to this skin, but it sounds like these are a bit different?
I have no additional skin but I have no doubts this would fit with one of those.
I believe it's a knock-off for Casemate tough hybrid
doesn't look the same but idea is identical
JWhipple said:
If nothing else, they are definitely unique!
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I can't decide whether this looks weird, or actually pretty cool.
What does everyone think?
gsvnet said:
I can't decide whether this looks weird, or actually pretty cool.
What does everyone think?
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I was kind of in the same boat. The test will be what my girlfriend thinks
I ordered the blue one because that was the only one with free shipping, and I'm cheap
tokyomonster said:
I was kind of in the same boat. The test will be what my girlfriend thinks
I ordered the blue one because that was the only one with free shipping, and I'm cheap
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Lime green seems to also have free shipping -
http://cgi.ebay.com/HARD-CASE-SILIC...wItemQQptZPDA_Accessories?hash=item3a58d45c54
Re: For those of you who like the grip of a "skin" but a little bit of hard case too
case mate makes something like that...
I have it plus a skin by BSE, just in case some dust gets under it.Sent from my Nexus One using the XDA mobile application powered by Tapatalk
I just ordered a plain black one. We'll see if I like it. Might do a video review if anyone would like.
xEM1x said:
I just ordered a plain black one. We'll see if I like it. Might do a video review if anyone would like.
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that'd be nice. I look forward to it
how fast does this guy ship?
just bought one myself.
I ordered both of mine on a Monday and they arrived on Friday. That's about normal for first class mail between California and Florida though.
I say invest in a good case. Get Seidio Innocase II. Feels very good in the hand. All worth the money.
I got my case on Monday. I can do a video review as well if anyone likes..
Quick take: It has a real solid feel, looks pretty cool, and even my fashion conscious girlfriend agrees. There were a few *small* nitpicks with the fit that I had that are hard to explain in typing, but it was definitely worth the 8 bucks. Again, it feels considerably solid and I like that it works with a bestskinever where a traditional hard case does not.
Deal breaker: It's so solid, that's kind of a pain to take off of the phone. I have a desktop dock that I use every night and live with the fact that I just have to remove the standard gelli type soft cases, which is easy to do. So, for that reason I probably won't be using it much, but if I didn't use a dock, I'd use this case 24/7
I have to agree 100% - very solid, especially for the price!
I looked at the MyBat website and I see that they make similar cases for other phones, so I've been sending any admirers looking to see if they can find one for their phones.
I came across a bunch of other models for other phones on Amazon by searching for MyBat and Hybrid.
I didn't get around to making a video review, but damn this case is nice. Very solid, and no obnoxious logos *cough* Case Mate *cough*
Well worth the money, great fit. Only issue I had was with my screen protector, I didn't have it applied perfectly center, so the edge of the case would cause the screen protector to lift and bubble. I have since reapplied a new one, and all is golden!
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I didn't get around to making a video review, but damn this case is nice. Very solid, and no obnoxious logos *cough* Case Mate *cough*
Well worth the money, great fit. Only issue I had was with my screen protector, I didn't have it applied perfectly center, so the edge of the case would cause the screen protector to lift and bubble. I have since reapplied a new one, and all is golden!
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Same thoughts exactly. Definitely worth the money, does the same job that a 30 dollar case does, at 8 bucks.
hey guys, I cannot find that reseller on ebay with that name. Is it gone or renamed?
care to provide a link please?
thanks
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http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Genuine-Leat...ewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item53e1b7cbd3
+ 1 nice find, i ordered mine and will review next week
nice, will grap one too.... but what i really want is a metal back cover, anybody knows if that could be available by some random chinese company?^^ or a nice titanium/alu/metal case
Enjoy these :
http://www.amazon.co.uk/SAMSUNG-GALAXY-LEATHER-POCKET-CELLAPOD/dp/B003MPVKBI/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1276462288&sr=8-3
http://www.amazon.co.uk/SAMSUNG-I9000-GALAXY-PREMIUM-POCKET/dp/B003MPVLSU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1276462288&sr=8-4
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Brand-Black-Leather-Pouch-Cover/dp/B003HKX3VS/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1276462288&sr=8-5
I wonder if there wil be replacement backs (for the supposedly poor plastic).
Hanging out for a good rubber case or something for it though.
rodh257 said:
I wonder if there wil be replacement backs (for the supposedly poor plastic).
Hanging out for a good rubber case or something for it though.
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Here's hoping, I think there's an opportunity here for someone.
I need water proof case ....for i9000
Don't get the pull up case. I got one myself a few days ago and it does not fit well. The insides feel rough and it felt like it could scratch the phone at any time.
http://imgur.com/8JV3U.jpg
The top bit wouldn't fit in.
What I'm waiting for is the OtterBox
I've had an OtterBox Defender for my iPhone for over a year, and after the number of times I've dropped my phone only to have it saved, it's the only case I'll use.
Unfortunately, Otter hasn't created one yet. I sent in a request, and they're looking at building one, but don't have one yet.
silicon and leather case.. etc..
..found this link from a forum.. korean website..
..you can try searching the gmarket website.. korean version.
..they have like Zenus Softcase for the GS and alot more.
The Zenus cases look really nice, but it's a bit expensive, and Gmarket always costs a lot to ship internationally.
http://zenuscase.imghost.cafe24.com/web/upload/images2/galaxyS.jpg
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The Zenus cases look really nice, but it's a bit expensive, and Gmarket always costs a lot to ship internationally.
http://zenuscase.imghost.cafe24.com/web/upload/images2/galaxyS.jpg
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The orange and black case looks amazing!!
Maybe not realy case related, but also protection..
I've mailed gelaskins and uniqueskins to inquire if they will be producing a skin for the Galaxy S soon.. Gelaskin is putting it up for consideration, uniqueskins however does not respond to any mail i send them, very rude! (despite the've read them, according to the read reports).
I would like to use a skin to protect the plastic cover. However the cover was not as flumsy as most reviews lead me to believe..
case looks awesome how do I order one?? I've been trying to battle through the zenus website (using chrome korean translation as the english version doesn't work) but not getting anywhere...
I absolutely detest cases of any kind as they add extra bulk to an already fairly large device. What I prefer are skins like the ones from gelaskins.com.
some people like case some dont, as for me i want to put some weight on the S its too light, also i dont wanna scratch the back of the phone,
i want that ZEnus case, but like the above guy no idea how to buy from the site, nothing on ebay too...
I am able to purchase from Gmarket as I have used Gmarket before.
Would anyone be interested in me bulk buying some and me sending them to you? The reason is that Gmarket uses a very expensive delivery services, and anything up to 0.5kg is roughly 12 dollars. These cases weigh 0.1kg each so I am able to buy up to 5 of them and still pay 12 dollars delivery.
Edit: Nevermind, I just checked the actual item weights. It's the silicone case that weighs 0.1kg each.
Silicone case: £9.76 (weighs 0.1kg)
http://english.gmarket.co.kr/challenge/neo_goods/goods.asp?goodscode=189041207
Leather case: £19.50 for white or black case, £20.64 for the double coloured cases. (weighs 0.5kg)
http://english.gmarket.co.kr/challe...1&pos_class_kind=T&keyword_order=zenus+galaxy
Though the delivery is still cheaper if I bulk buy, if anyone would be still interested then tell me.
seidio
Anyone contacted seidio if they will be making like custom casing, battery, etc for the internation version of GS?
..just curious.. hehehe
kenny326 said:
I am able to purchase from Gmarket as I have used Gmarket before.
Silicone case: £9.76 (weighs 0.1kg)
http://english.gmarket.co.kr/challenge/neo_goods/goods.asp?goodscode=189041207
Though the delivery is still cheaper if I bulk buy, if anyone would be still interested then tell me.
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is that a kickstand i see on the white case? Looks very nice if it is.....
Not sure, it may just be part of the design, but it would certainly be very nice if it was a kickstand.
you can see it better upclose here....looks rubberish to me and unlikely to be a kick stand 2nd image from the bottom...
http://korucis.com/min/zenus/imgs/GA-eco.jpg
failing that i may try to find some plastic material to attach to the back of a case but unsure what to search for? swivel plastic piece? lol.
So I need help deciding on a case for my G2. I've seen many, but not in person. I'd like it to be cheaper end as well. I've looked at Otterbox's they seem sweet, but just not for me. I also wanted to get your guy opinions on this because I would like it to be as thin as possible when on my G2. Preferably Black or Clear. But if there is one that is like Carbon fiber feeling, Like Chromatics, I'd love to see it.
Please recommend one
There is plenty of info and pics you are looking for in this section of this forum. You just have to kinda search for it heh.
I personally have tried this Resin dark transparant and normal transparant
http://img.cbcdn.net/products/113117/111842.jpg
http://img.cbcdn.net/products/113126/adapt-resin-case-transparant-h.jpg
And altho they are thin and goodlooking it's not what I was looking for.
I also don't really like the fact that it clips around your phone. You can see it on the second picture. It is a small clip that holds the case to the phone parts. And you wouldnt really notice the tiny small gap between the top and keyboard part of the phone but it does and to me it just doesnt feel fine. It annoys me
What I personally am going for is the chromatics carbon fiber skin and a leather case. The carbon skin is just for style and protects it from scratches and the leather case is for overall protection (I hope).
Good luck with your choice! If my choice was to be a hard case I would definately pick the Otterbox. It just looks awesome and is known for good protection. Getting a cheap case is nice but also think about your phone. If u have to pay a little more for better protection, why not right. Longterm wise it's just better imo.
I personally ordered the purple case from the ebay seller "hi-boao", if you go to their shop and search HTC Desire Z you can find their cases. (Sorry just joined, can't post links ^-^;; )
I haven't received it yet, so I can't tell you how good they are, but I like the look of the cases, they're cheap, and come with a screen protector.
Goodluck finding one to your liking, I suggest looking around ebay, there's quite a few on there on the lower price range
Have the same kind of case for my G2 but clear smoke. Gives it a nice tint. Only cost $3.27
Phone: T-Mobile G2/Vision Rooted/GFree'd
Rom: Latest Cyanogen
Recovery: CWM waiting for Amon_RA
Well the resin looks ok. The stuff you described drives me away from it, as you stated xD I have been active around the accessories forum lately. And I just didn't see any cases I thought fit my requirements. The otterbox just seems a tad bit bulky and 35$ sum dollars is a lot to pay for a case. I'll probably scramble around some more. I mean chromatics is sweet... I just wish it was a case. Does otterbox or anycompany make cases that have that carbon fiber feek?
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Well, i have seen some carbon fiber cases on ebay, for desire z. Cant find them right now..ill try it another time today.
Did you look at the case in the "Nice inexpensive G2 case" thread? It's black, fairly thin, and has a rubberized feel to it. Plus, it's only a couple of bucks so not a big loss if you end up not liking it...
I googled it real quick and found some hits here for carbon cases.
http://www.overstock.com/Electronics/Carbon-Fiber-T-Mobile-G2-Horizontal-Case/5483281/product.html
http://www.wirelessground.com/t-mobile-g2-case-carbon-fiber.html
http://www.handhelditems.com/tmobile-graphic-case-carbon-fiber-p-152754.html
I know there are cheaper ones on ebay. It's just that I dont like searching stuff on ebay hehe.
Yeah I did check the cheap case thread too. Didn't look to get my taste. The wirelessplayground case looks pretty sweet. I'm not a fan of leather so that was going to work out. I wish the third on was a different carbon fiber though I think I may go with the clear kickstand case I saw. Is that thin?
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So I've looked at all the popular cases and most of them were pretty minimalistic while offering protection. None of them had the pizazz I want though and I grow envious of iPhone users because they have much more interesting covers.
I'm wondering if there's more unique and special cases; I guess what I'm looking for are cases that are more "gimmicky."
I'm also interested in leather cases that are a hardshell with leather on the exterior without the cover flap.
I'd post pics but I'm a new member.
Nothing to help you, but I wish these guys would make some other cases: http://www.metaliphonecase.com/
i cant post a link (just re-registered) but type in g2x bumper case into google search and it will come up with the one i use. it kinda looks like the iphone bumper case but with a smoke grey back piece. hope that helps
http://www.handhelditems.com/optimus-leather-case-valencia-swarovski-series-pink-p-169010.html
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http://www.handhelditems.com/optimus-leather-case-valencia-swarovski-series-pink-p-169010.html
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Oh I like that... but too pricy.
I've been researching buying the Outland for my S4 and I was reading their site, I found the bold portion most interesting as I was going to buy from Amazon. This is just FYI for all of you considering purchasing.
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If the product you see is not available on this site or the pricing seems too good to be true, then it is most likely a fake.
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i recently found that the "look-a-like" UAG cases are on par quality wise;
so why not save some money ?
wavrunrx said:
i recently found that the "look-a-like" UAG cases are on par quality wise;
so why not save some money ?
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You kidding me, right? If you referring to Obliq stuff, that has been reviewed by others on this forum as far inferior to UAG. I understand saying "buy another brand which offers a similar protection for less money", but to support another company that copied the design just to save a few bucks? I don't know.
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You kidding me, right? If you referring to Obliq stuff, that has been reviewed by others on this forum as far inferior to UAG. I understand saying "buy another brand which offers a similar protection for less money", but to support another company that copied the design just to save a few bucks? I don't know.
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Sorry bud. .but i have both. ..uag and obliq and i tell you that obliq is as good as. If it is inferior it is not buy much.
Obliq is even better if you consider the buttons.... way softer than uag.
Uag corners are stronger cause they are thicker.
So you guys can say what ever you want about it. ..but i have both and saw for myself.
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Sorry bud. .but i have both. ..uag and obliq and i tell you that obliq is as good as. If it is inferior it is not buy much.
Obliq is even better if you consider the buttons.... way softer than uag.
Uag corners are stronger cause they are thicker.
So you guys can say what ever you want about it. ..but i have both and saw for myself.
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The user pictures on amazon of the Obliq look like a dollar store case, is it really not?. I just don't know if I could bring myself to do it. I think if it were between the Obliq and the Acase Superleggera, it would be Acase hands down.
I created a topic in here about the obliq case with some pictures... take a look. It looks really good. .. several people who saw my case and my uag agreed that obliq looks better.
I know that uag offers a better protection. .. but not by much.
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Buy the UAG, I saw some on Amazon for like $29 but why risk getting a fake when the real one is just a few dollars more. Uag is a great case, which is why you are seeing these similar cases popping out. Can't say how good the obliq is since I don't own one but seems to be a decent case for the price
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I believe on this one they are both made in China. Spigen is made in Korea I believe whereas the fakes come from China as well.
In general, if you have the money, I would support the case manufacturers that support your device. This encourages them to create newer and better products in the future.
Take it personal for a moment. What would you do if you spent all this time on a product and then someone just ripped it off to the point where you weren't making money?