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Do not Buy Xentris Snap on Case for Epic

I bought the case the same day I got my phone. I removed the case today to remove dust from under the case and notices that the sides of my Epic were scratched by the case

Thank you for the tip. Have you gotten a replacement for it yet?

Pops_G said:
Thank you for the tip. Have you gotten a replacement for it yet?
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Not yet. I sent Xentris an email but they haven't replied yet. I'm sure if I complained to Best Buy about it they'd give me a new phone but I don't know if I will. I wish they made a case that was lined with silicone on the inside for the Epic.

This seems to be a common problem for the Epic hard cases. I'm not a fan of hard cases just because of the bulk, but it's good to know they are messing them up.

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This seems to be a common problem for the Epic hard cases. I'm not a fan of hard cases just because of the bulk, but it's good to know they are messing them up.
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I'm not a fan of hard cases either, I prefer silicone cases, but since the Epic is a sliding phone all we get are hard cases

cant stand hard cases either....for now until i find the right case (i swear its taking longer to find that than my last car). All im using for now is a bag that i got with a pair of oakleys from sunglass hut. scratch protection....better than nothing. every other type of potential hazzard.....its a nightmare!

do they make a case that does not allow the phone to slide? may sound terribly stupid, but my gf does not really need the physical keyboard...
just curious.
flame on

I tried the Verizon gel case at Best Buy, not great, because I don't want the slider either.
Next stop is cheap kiosk at mall, the Verizon phone has same rounded corner
and shape, just thinner, so something might be workable.

different camera placement though
i had the red case way too hard to remove so i returned it and am getting a phantomzkinz instead

churro7 said:
different camera placement though
i had the red case way too hard to remove so i returned it and am getting a phantomzkinz instead
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I had the same problem with the one sold buy Best Buy (Sedio) and I just ordered a Phantomskinz.

Just wanted to post an update, Xentris never replied to my email.

Xentris Snap on cover for Epic 3G
I was in love with this case-that is until the matte paint started peeling after only 30 days. It will do until it bugs me so bad I have to fork out the cash for a Seidio case. Don't bother. I guess it was better than carrying it out without protection but stay away from it-it's cheap crap

I emailed them-lets see where it gets me

rockethot said:
I'm not a fan of hard cases either, I prefer silicone cases, but since the Epic is a sliding phone all we get are hard cases
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While on ebay I saw this. I haven't seen any reviews of it though.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Black-Silicone-...emZ400167973134QQcategoryZ20336QQcmdZViewItem

Yeah i have the best buy case also (think its the xnetris), and its a total POS. rubber is all peeling off and the front snap on part has scratched the phone. pretty pissed...

keekah said:
While on ebay I saw this. I haven't seen any reviews of it though.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Black-Silicone-...emZ400167973134QQcategoryZ20336QQcmdZViewItem
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It's a fugly piece of crap, don't buy it. Thanks to Viper786 there is a review and pictures here.

I had the $20 hard case that sprint sells on mine for like 2 months.. recently took it off to notice the marks on my epic.. i got the case to keep it mint and it essentially left a etching around my phone. I thought about yelling at sprint but not sure if they would replace or send off for repair... I also didnt buy the insurance and its been over 30days so wasn't sure how that would all pan out. Might head up there tomorrow and see what they say.

BopChie said:
I had the $20 hard case that sprint sells on mine for like 2 months.. recently took it off to notice the marks on my epic.. i got the case to keep it mint and it essentially left a etching around my phone. I thought about yelling at sprint but not sure if they would replace or send off for repair... I also didnt buy the insurance and its been over 30days so wasn't sure how that would all pan out. Might head up there tomorrow and see what they say.
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That blows. I bought that case today and I actually really like it. Not too bulky and has a nice grip. I also like the rubbery weave on the back. Now reading this makes me concerned. It seems like it is designed the same way as Seidio cases and I never had that issue with them. I may return it for Seidio then. Bummer.

gorby911 said:
That blows. I bought that case today and I actually really like it. Not too bulky and has a nice grip. I also like the rubbery weave on the back. Now reading this makes me concerned. It seems like it is designed the same way as Seidio cases and I never had that issue with them. I may return it for Seidio then. Bummer.
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yeah i liked it for the same reason and liked it up to a week ago whe i took it off.. i figured it was just me with a random issue.. i.e sand in pocked from fishing over the summer or something... i still like it but kinda like the feel with it off too.. i'll live with it either way... but if they replace it i might look into some sort of silicone hugger or vinyl wrap.

well amazon does have the xmatrix case for epic 4g and the build quality is the best i have seen for the epic...there is no interference or friction from the keyboard ...plus it has two layers like the otterbox cases one silicone and one soft touch plastic....based on the quality of this case, they could be charging otterbox prices and this would still be a good deal....stay tuned, i will be creating a new post with pics in a few minutes

Seidio Surface case

So has anyone bought this case yet for the Charge? I notice that they are shipping these now according to their website. There aren't really any good pictures though, just the one of the back of the case. I would like to see what it looks like on the phone and what the coverage is in the front.
http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/csr2sscha-bl.htm
Thoughts?

I have one and did a full review over on AF CLICK HERE.

kelmar13 said:
I have one and did a full review over on AF CLICK HERE.
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Great review. I had the same case on my fascinate and the cutout around the power button made locking/unlocking the screen fairly difficult. I ended up sending it back and getting an active-x instead.
Do you have any issues accessing the power button or any of the the other ports?
If not, I may have to pick this one up. I'm running naked with no holster and it's driving me nuts!

I have had no issues. However, to be fair, I've owned a Seidio case for my past 5 phones so I may just be used to it.
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kelmar13 said:
I have one and did a full review over on AF CLICK HERE.
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Thanks for the great review. I too have used a Seidio on my Hero and EVO. When mine came in the mail today I was worried about the new style. But like you said, seems to hold very well.
Question. Do you use a second battery? How often do you take the case off? I feel like im gonna break it when i do.
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Question. Do you ever have trouble with the clip between the usb port and the volume buttons? Mine comes undone in my pocket EVERY time. This causes the bottom snaps to also come undone

kkeller87 said:
Question. Do you use a second battery? How often do you take the case off? I feel like im gonna break it when i do.
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Negative, but I take it off pretty regularly to keep dust and dirty down (and odin new ROMs). I found our pops apart fairly simply when I start at the slot under the hdmi out.
Question. Do you ever have trouble with the clip between the usb port and the volume buttons? Mine comes undone in my pocket EVERY time. This causes the bottom snaps to also come undone
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Yes, though not every time. Maybe once or twice a day... tops. I usually use the holster when I'm at work so I usually don't have the problem. Pushing left on the top piece (from the screen) will recreate the issue. More of an annoyance than a problem (didn't even notice it for a few weeks)!
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kelmar13 said:
I have one and did a full review over on AF.
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I've never owned a sedio case before, is it durable? it looks exactly like what i want but i feel like it might be kind of fragile. i've known people who owned cases with 2 snap-on pieces and they always break within 2 weeks of purchasing. maybe they just bought cheap ones?

crusey said:
I've never owned a sedio case before, is it durable? it looks exactly like what i want but i feel like it might be kind of fragile. i've known people who owned cases with 2 snap-on pieces and they always break within 2 weeks of purchasing. maybe they just bought cheap ones?
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They are definitely sturdy.
That being said, I find that the holster is what sells me on the product as it's extremely useful for me when I'm at work. Dollar for dollar, if you are looking for a similar case, Best Buy sells one that's almost identical. They'll even let you put it on the phone and try it before you purchase it.
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kelmar13 said:
They are definitely sturdy.
That being said, I find that the holster is what sells me on the product as it's extremely useful for me when I'm at work. Dollar for dollar, if you are looking for a similar case, Best Buy sells one that's almost identical. They'll even let you put it on the phone and try it before you purchase it.
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That sounds good, i guess my friend bought a cheap one. the rubberized part of the corners started to peel off, then the clips snapped off about 2 weeks after he bought it. just from your review and the youtube review i saw, it did look significantly sturdier from what he had bought but i was just kind of paranoid after seeing his.
and on the case at best buy, i did like it but i was looking for a rubberized hardshell case, that was the only real flaw i saw with that one. which brings me to my next question, is this one sort of rubberized? i initially thought it was but now i'm starting to think otherwise lol

crusey said:
and on the case at best buy, i did like it but i was looking for a rubberized hardshell case, that was the only real flaw i saw with that one. which brings me to my next question, is this one sort of rubberized? i initially thought it was but now i'm starting to think otherwise lol
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The Rocket Fish BB case has the same feel as the Seidio. Both are plastic but the Seidio is a hair thicker and has their signature "soft touch" that, IMO, is a nicer feel.
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kelmar13 said:
The Rocket Fish BB case has the same feel as the Seidio. Both are plastic but the Seidio is a hair thicker and has their signature "soft touch" that, IMO, is a nicer feel.
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I'm kind of leaning towards the seidio, mostly because i don't like the best buy brand too much i'll probably head down to BB tomorrow and take a look at it again. i really appreciate the help and quick responses

crusey said:
I'm kind of leaning towards the seidio, mostly because i don't like the best buy brand too much i'll probably head down to BB tomorrow and take a look at it again. i really appreciate the help and quick responses
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No problem. Let me know if any other questions!
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Does Best Buy sell the holster as well? I really want to try the holster with my case mate case. If I have to, I will get a second case as well

Official Google Silicone Case

https://store.google.com/product/pixel_xl_case_silicone
Anyone seen any indication of when these will be available. Just says coming soon on the site.

No idea but should be out by when the phone comes out?
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I think it will be available when device is available, 20 Oct

Anyone know if its thick? Seems like all their cases are. I may run naked on this one cause its alum not glass. Sorry been Rocking galaxy and note for the past couple of years.
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jackdforme said:
Anyone know if its thick? Seems like all their cases are. I may run naked on this one cause its alum not glass. Sorry been Rocking galaxy and note for the past couple of years.
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Haha I was thinking the exact same thing! I got the protection plan too... First phone with no camera bump - Woooohoooooo!
I've also only had a Galaxy s3, Note 3, Note 4, Note 5, and now Note 7.
Can't wait to get me some Google goodness! Some complain about the price point, where I say "finally a premium phone rather than 6 month old mid range specs phone .... Oh yeah that offered vanilla Android - which is awesome, but it's still a mid range phone..."
Haha /endrant
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Interesting case, but how much is it? I can't see the price but if its 30 quid then I wouldn't get it!
Much rather pay that for their photo cases which i really like and thinking of getting it as an add on gift as buying the phone for the lazy half's birthday. However not sure he'll like it. Torn....

I'm worried that it won't be available until after the phone releases. I really want one, but would prefer to get a case for it immediately.

Giantmushroom said:
I'm worried that it won't be available until after the phone releases. I really want one, but would prefer to get a case for it immediately.
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I want it immediately also, I do not want anything to happen to it... When I got my S6 Edge+ I put the Otterbox on and while at the store, before it was even activated it got bumped off the counter onto the floor.
I do not like the Otterbox I have on my S6E+ because is it a smooth hard plastic and will on its own slide off of counters and other smooth surfaces... I much prefer the silicon or rubberized cases that grip.
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Nina.s said:
Interesting case, but how much is it? I can't see the price but if its 30 quid then I wouldn't get it!
Much rather pay that for their photo cases which i really like and thinking of getting it as an add on gift as buying the phone for the lazy half's birthday. However not sure he'll like it. Torn....
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I love the photo cases, like $40, there is a store nearby that sells phone cases, and can "print" onto Otterbox cases, but for either I am not sure how it will hold up... the problem for me with this, is that he charges $30 to print, plus the $60 for the Otterbox, and then the Otterbox has design pattern and their name embossed into the case so the picture may not look as good as on the smooth silicone case in the Play Store. Oh, and they can only print on white, and Otterbox does not have white cases yet for the Pixel.

Nina.s said:
Interesting case, but how much is it? I can't see the price but if its 30 quid then I wouldn't get it!
Much rather pay that for their photo cases which i really like and thinking of getting it as an add on gift as buying the phone for the lazy half's birthday. However not sure he'll like it. Torn....
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It's $35 USD dunno how Google is with UK pricing.

the clear polycarbonate Pixel and Pixel XL are now available to be purchased at the Google Store $30. Not the Silicone case

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the clear polycarbonate Pixel and Pixel XL are now available to be purchased at the Google Store $30. Not the Silicone case
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Where? I don't see one.
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jackdforme said:
Where? I don't see one.
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https://store.google.com/product/pixel_xl_case_clear

dadoc04 said:
https://store.google.com/product/pixel_xl_case_clear
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Thanks, I didn't catch that and thought it was a TPU case. I am deciding between this one as it looks thin or a Dbrand Skin instead. I want to get the phone in hand, feel how slippery and/or fragile it feels first. The more naked the better if the phone can take a "whoops"

if only these cases would be freely distributed to first buyers... haha, just like Coby phone.

jackdforme said:
Where? I don't see one.
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https://store.google.com/product/pixel_xl_case_clear
Still available to order the Clear case from Google in both sizes.

The phone has shipped but the case is still not available :-/
Google can still learn a few things from Apple. Official iPhone accessories are available and usually ship well before the phone ships.
Has anyone found anything similar outside of Google. I'm paranoid about dropping this thing particularly as I'm in a country where this is not available so will not be able to service in case of a drop.

Abra_Cadabra said:
The phone has shipped but the case is still not available :-/
Google can still learn a few things from Apple. Official iPhone accessories are available and usually ship well before the phone ships.
Has anyone found anything similar outside of Google. I'm paranoid about dropping this thing particularly as I'm in a country where this is not available so will not be able to service in case of a drop.
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Amazon is your best bet. I ordered my case a week ago and it should be here tomorrow. Two clear cases for 7$. Can't beat that.

Kind of pissed. I ordered three cases (around the 12th), one of the being the google clear case and they all said in stock. Then i either get emails from the companies saying sorry the case will ship out on the 28th or the arrival day is 28th-1st. Now i have a naked phone from the 20th- and i don't want to **** it up.

Spigen
I ordered the Spigen Rugged Armor from Amazon and it came a few days ago. The phone comes today. I am terrible about dropping things and recently broke my hand, so it is now worse. I prefer no case, but I drop things way too often.

Anyone know how thick the silicone is? I find it very hard to believe its 19mm which would make the case height on both sides 10.4mm which in theory makes the back a 6mm ish case. That would be otterbox big.
The other reason why I think 19mm is incorrect is that it's the same dimensions for the clear case which is noticeably thinner than the live or silicone cases.

Preorders Starting for Lifeproof Case

http://www.lifeproof.com/en-us/fre-for-pixel-5-xl/77-54425.html?color=AT
Kind of expensive at $90, but it's the same that iPhones pay I suppose. I guess it's one way to get that IP68 rating. I'll definitely be ordering one
What I'd really like is a waterproof case with an integrated extended battery, ala iPhone 6S Plus Lifeproof case: http://www.lifeproof.com/en-us/ipho...or-iphone-6-plus-6s-plus/lppw-apl-iphp15.html
EDIT: Might have jumped the gun. Looks like it's signing up notification when available right now, but at least we know that they'll be for sale soon.

I plan to get one of these cases when they come available. I have never had a life proof case before but I want the water protection. Has anyone used one before?

ThePurpleLuigi said:
I plan to get one of these cases when they come available. I have never had a life proof case before but I want the water protection. Has anyone used one before?
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I used one on my s5. The first one, the charging door fell off. Luckily, I kept the box and email with the confirmation number. It made filling the replacement claim very easy. They shipped it quickly.
The second case had the same thing happen. I gave up at that point.
While it was working, it worked wonderfully. The warranty was also handled well.

My girlfriend had one on her iPhone 5 or something I think and it survived her abuse really well.

tr4nqui1i7y said:
I used one on my s5. The first one, the charging door fell off. Luckily, I kept the box and email with the confirmation number. It made filling the replacement claim very easy. They shipped it quickly.
The second case had the same thing happen. I gave up at that point.
While it was working, it worked wonderfully. The warranty was also handled well.
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Good to know. Not going to stop me from getting one, just going to make sure to keep the box and receipt.

ThePurpleLuigi said:
Good to know. Not going to stop me from getting one, just going to make sure to keep the box and receipt.
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That's all I meant by it. They're great. Just keep the necessary goods, and you'll be all set.

Expensive, but totally worth it. Getting one for Pixel too.

Nokia case

So i emailed nokia/hmd asking if they could advise when the cases will be available and they havent replied.
Has anyone purchased any good cases yet?

have ordered one by stuffcool
have ordered one by stuffcool on amazon . in
depending on where you live, you'd find similar options.
seedubya said:
So i emailed nokia/hmd asking if they could advise when the cases will be available and they havent replied.
Has anyone purchased any good cases yet?
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Cool i have ordered a different 1 off ebay. Will post a review once i receive it.

i think i will return mine, as i want to purchase the moto g5 now....
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Cool i have ordered a different 1 off ebay. Will post a review once i receive it.
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You won't regret that. Just make sure you get the plus model.

I ordered 2 from Aliexpress
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/HAT...32815481258.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.09CvSA
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/For...32824184450.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.09CvSA
We will see what will come

I bought this from eBay.
spigen case.

Wrong thread.

Bought official slim flip brown case, it is really worthy for such nice looking bhone, it is clearly much better quality than common chinese flip cases.
As is stated in other thread here, it does not have a magnet, a had to insert small magnet from notebook HDD into card pocket for screen sensor to work.

Bought something like this: https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1fgy0...d-PC-Soft-Silicone-Back-Phone.jpg_640x640.jpg
Looks nice, looks even a bit more premium (I mean.. I payed for it like 3$ ) than it's worth. Doesn't feel like it. But the doesn't offer as much of protection as it's advertised. I guess none of them protect the phone any more.. The leg is quite useful (Cheaply made, could break off pretty easily, yet it's still intact on my phone). All the holes for jack ports sucks. 3.5mm impossible to fit (well.. I use other headphones, maybe original ones fit). Maybe I will make the hole bigger somehow.. USB jack also gives problems. You have to adjust the bottom part of the case everytime. Can live with it, but could be better.