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[Q] Help needed in deciding which case to buy!

Hey guys I ordered my N4 about some time ago and it's gonna be here soon. Meanwhile i was going through the accessories thread and i found many cases here but I'm unable to decide on what to get. Need your help.
Firstly, should i get a full case with a front screen guard or a bumper with front and back protection? I really want to show off the back of my phone but then i don't want to screw it up either so i need your help in deciding for a case combo that will offer good protection. I really don't want flip cases or pouches so that's out of the question now. I've found a few i like and if anyone is using any of them currently, a small review will be appreciated! Here are the ones i liked
Cases:
1. Poetic Bumper Case
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Border...&sr=1-1&keywords=poetic+bumper+google+nexus+4
2. Nexus 4 Bumper
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1963380
3. Diztronic TPU Case
http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main...id=304&zenid=ec46bb59dba170c54c2d33f5f61b0660
http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main...id=303&zenid=ec46bb59dba170c54c2d33f5f61b0660
4. Kays Case
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1986174
5. Cruzerlite TPU
http://www.cruzerlite.com/preorders/pre-order-androidified-a2-tpu-case-for-lg-nexus-4
6. Rearth Ringke
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rearth-Ring...9?pt=PDA_Accessories&var=&hash=item3f1f8b1e47
7. Nillikin Matte TPU
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Mat...5?pt=PDA_Accessories&var=&hash=item19d727d64d
Screen Protectors:
1. Skinomi TechSkin
http://www.amazon.com/Skinomi-TechS...TF8&colid=22ZDSI283Y0PB&coliid=I1KCRW9PCVVJ28
2. XtremeGuard
http://www.xtremeguard.com/LG-Googl...-4-screen-protector.htm?CartID=1#.UKuFT4fBEuA
3. XO Skins
http://xoskins.com/cell-phones/google-skin-protectors-cases-shields-guards-armor-screen
4. Spigen SGP
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/google/nexus-4/google-nexus-4-screen-protector-steinheil.html
Please help me decide guys! Also, if you can find any coupon code it would be much appreciated! Thanks!

I bought XO skins for the front and Xtreme guards for the back.
Also bought Poetic Atmostphere for more protection.
And bought the Ringke Slim and Nillkin cases for a slim and good feeling/looking case.
So IMO, I recommend those.

you think you could edit out the code tags?

mackster248 said:
I bought XO skins for the front and Xtreme guards for the back.
Also bought Poetic Atmostphere for more protection.
And bought the Ringke Slim and Nillkin cases for a slim and good feeling/looking case.
So IMO, I recommend those.
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Thanks i'll consider them!
phermey said:
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Done! Sorry for the trouble!

I'm waiting on the Poetic Atmosphere case too, iPhone 5 one looks great for what I'm looking for. Also got the Xtremeguard skins, can't comment on them yet as I don't have the device.. :|

I just purchased #3 http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main...id=303&zenid=ec46bb59dba170c54c2d33f5f61b0660
Looks nice and slim.

karanrajpal14 said:
Done! Sorry for the trouble!
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no trouble at all. im just lazy but no doubt you will get more responses if peeps can just click.
edit: i got a thing for the robot and i am not ashamed to admit it.
what i would like to see in a case is a way to allow for the sound to come out. my att gs2 speaker is slightly curved to allow for it to bounce. everything i see does nothing but smother that which is already smothered. i think i am going to do nothing more than stick a couple of milimeter wide and tall lumps on the bottom corners and call it good.

I bought the Ringke White Slim Case and I love it! It looks awesome and feels awesome. I also just purchased 3 full body xtreme guards. Total was 6 bucks! So i recommend those! :good:

All of them!!! lol
I got BSE, x-line case(i think), a Rearth case, and a Poetic bumper case but I know I will be getting the official bumper and hopefully a curved screen protector from SGP in the future to replace the front BSE if they make one. Same goes for the SGP Bumpers too. I'll be posting pics of Rearth and BSE soon. Someone should make a thread with a first post containing only user submitted pictures of accessories.

Josh98 said:
I'm waiting on the Poetic Atmosphere case too, iPhone 5 one looks great for what I'm looking for. Also got the Xtremeguard skins, can't comment on them yet as I don't have the device.. :|
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I actually didn't like the look of the atmospheric case. It's just the matter of personal preference although! Let me know about the xtremeguard when you can i heard they have orange peel effect which is why i'm undermining them.
phermey said:
no trouble at all. im just lazy but no doubt you will get more responses if peeps can just click.
edit: i got a thing for the robot and i am not ashamed to admit it.
what i would like to see in a case is a way to allow for the sound to come out. my att gs2 speaker is slightly curved to allow for it to bounce. everything i see does nothing but smother that which is already smothered. i think i am going to do nothing more than stick a couple of milimeter wide and tall lumps on the bottom corners and call it good.
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Well we all are lazy so i don't blame you Even i liked the cruzerlite a lot and i'm considering getting it let's see what i finally decide!
SwayART said:
I bought the Ringke White Slim Case and I love it! It looks awesome and feels awesome. I also just purchased 3 full body xtreme guards. Total was 6 bucks! So i recommend those! :good:
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One more point to Ringke i guess How's xtremeguard? I heard it has orange peel. Is it good enough for protection compared to others?
Does it have all the cutouts?
logic0verflow said:
All of them!!! lol
I got BSE, x-line case(i think), a Rearth case, and a Poetic bumper case but I know I will be getting the official bumper and hopefully a curved screen protector from SGP in the future to replace the front BSE if they make one. Same goes for the SGP Bumpers too. I'll be posting pics of Rearth and BSE soon. Someone should make a thread with a first post containing only user submitted pictures of accessories.
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Has the poetic bumper arrived? How is it? Considering that, ringke or the official bumper. Would be grateful if you wrote a small review for each case! And please post pics ASAP will help me in deciding a lot! Thanks!

I got to go with diztronic, thats what I use on my galaxy nexus now. Thin,light, and goes on and off easily yet fits snug.

karanrajpal14 said:
Has the poetic bumper arrived? How is it? Considering that, ringke or the official bumper. Would be grateful if you wrote a small review for each case! And please post pics ASAP will help me in deciding a lot! Thanks!
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I'll be posting pics of the Rearth case once I get my BSE installed tonight. The poetic bumper doesn't ship till the 30th I believe. I will create another thread for accessory pics if no one else does.

logic0verflow said:
I'll be posting pics of the Rearth case once I get my BSE installed tonight. The poetic bumper doesn't ship till the 30th I believe. I will create another thread for accessory pics if no one else does.
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Looking forward to it. Does BSE have cutouts for proximity sensor? Which is better BSE or Xtremeguard? Considering either and which is better among diztronic and rearth?

Xtreme guards are pretty good. But you can tell the quality difference with that and XO skins. XO feels much more premium and smoother. And little to no orange peel effect. So I would suggest XO over Xtreme if you don't mind paying a couple more bucks.
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Wait it out if you don't like what you see.
I'm waiting for tech21's Impact Band Cases to come out for the Nexus 4. They replied to a PM on Facebook, and on their official facebook page, that cases for the Nexus 4 are coming, and check it out for yourself, those cases will be better than anything out so far; a good amount of protection from drops, and a detachable clear backplate for showing off the backs of our phones. Here's a link to their Impact Band for the iPhone 5.
I've been using the Ringke Slim as a stopgap for the time being and while it's very good for the $10 total that it cost, I've been wanting to show off the beautiful design of the phone and it's a shame to lose that with the cases out now. The best of both worlds will hopefully be here soon! If you guys agree, pester them on Facebook and their customer service so that they know we're waiting!

Here are pics of the Black Rearth case, its really thin but pretty hard. If your looking for drop protection get something else. On a scale of 1 to 10 for protection with 1 being no case and 10 being something like Otterbox, I give it a 3 almost a 4. I'll be using it for now until I get adjusted to holding this bigger phone but I can imagine myself taking it off soon.
Here is my post on BSE screen protectors as well.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35194441&postcount=408

Poetic Atmosphere or Diztronic. If you're looking for a slim hard case, I'd go Nillkin

I wanted an otterbox commuter but since that wasn't possible, I just ordered a diztronic. My wife got one for my vivid and the quality and fit our perfect and it adds a much needed grip to the phone and adequate protection without sacrificing the phones good looks.
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logic0verflow said:
Here are pics of the Black Rearth case, its really thin but pretty hard. If your looking for drop protection get something else. On a scale of 1 to 10 for protection with 1 being no case and 10 being something like Otterbox, I give it a 3 almost a 4. I'll be using it for now until I get adjusted to holding this bigger phone but I can imagine myself taking it off soon.
Here is my post on BSE screen protectors as well.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35194441&postcount=408
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Thanks for the pics! It's too thin i'd rather go for diztronic i need protection primarily. Is BSE adequate or should i go for XO? Also does the case cause the screen protector to peel off? I dont want them to interfere!

karanrajpal14 said:
Thanks for the pics! It's too thin i'd rather go for diztronic i need protection primarily. Is BSE adequate or should i go for XO? Also does the case cause the screen protector to peel off? I dont want them to interfere!
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Yeah from the pics I would go with Diztronic. Rearth didn't cause the protector to peel but it did cause these two small creases on the bottom back BSE that are slowly going away. In the inside pic you can see two lines that go from the top edge to the bottom. That's what caused it.
Oh yeah, my BSE doesn't have a cutout for the proximity sensor but it works just fine.
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Bumper back in stock!

$27 after tax and shipping... ugh.
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details/Nexus_4_Bumper_Black?id=nexus_4_bumper_black

I feel that's a bit over priced. No?
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Would this bumper or the Diztronic TPU case protect better from falls?

sbl03 said:
Would this bumper or the Diztronic TPU case protect better from falls?
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that would depend on the type of fall
I can finally turn off my page monitor after a month. huzzah

fuego77 said:
I feel that's a bit over priced. No?
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No question, kind of threw up in my mouth when I saw the total.
Then clicked the order button anyway.
It's not like there are a lot of good alternatives at this point...

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sbl03 said:
Would this bumper or the Diztronic TPU case protect better from falls?
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Doubtful as it doesn't cover the back at all. Of course that all depends on how it falls. The bumper is more for looks to show off the back cover

And bought.
Lets see if these go on backorder as well.

I also ordered one. That Nexus 4 stock alert app actually worked! Looks like it is shipping soon as it says delivered in 3 to 5 days.

CLTNex4 said:
No question, kind of threw up in my mouth when I saw the total.
Then clicked the order button anyway.
It's not like there are a lot of good alternatives at this point...
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You sure about that?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AG0D52O/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1355253310&sr=8-1&pi=SL75
Only $5.95 right now because it doesn't ship until 12/30. For that price I bought another case to hold me over until I get it. So I have a TPU KaysCase and Bumper for less than the Google play bumper would cost.

Pure luck on my part - I just checked it 10 minutes ago, couldn't believe it said in stock - ordered immediately. I like that the bumper apparently is fantastic quality, and still shows the beauty of the nexus 4.

Yeah I bought one and immediately had buyers remorse.. I submitted a cancel request, I rather wait and see how the 6$ bumper from amazon looks on the actual phone. 27$ is just so much money for half a case lol

Thanks! I got one! And to think I almost went to ebay to get one
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tgtoys said:
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Doubtful as it doesn't cover the back at all. Of course that all depends on how it falls. The bumper is more for looks to show off the back cover
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I'd say the bumper would protect from side/corner impact better than a plain TPU due to the harder outer ring dispersing pressure over the soft core. Falls off the back/front variety would be about equal assuming a flat surface. A thicker TPU case could easily sway all categories in its favor. Obviously the bumper wouldn't protect a rock to the back at all and neither would work on a rock to the front.

Could get here Friday
CLTNex4 said:
No question, kind of threw up in my mouth when I saw the total.
Then clicked the order button anyway.
It's not like there are a lot of good alternatives at this point...
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Yeah, expensive, but It will get here before the 2 other cases I ordered from Amazon.

i woulda got this immediately if it was in stock 2 weeks ago or so. now i have a rearth slim on the way and will probably get the diztronic tpu. can get both for the price of the lg bumper.

jest order 2 units tnx

Just got one, awesome. Actually considered buying it on eBay for $70~.

I just really hope my headphones fit this; otherwise, I'm not sure if it's worth it.

Just got one as well, got the Rearth slim but this bumper looks amazing and the slim barely protects the phone
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Awesome, I just bought mine. I swear this phone is coated with teflon or something. It literally SLIDES of any table I put it down on. I thought I was crazy at first when my phone kept falling off the middle of my living room table, my nightstand, and even when I went to get a haircut. I decided to check it out and determined that if the surface you are resting the phone on has even the slightest bit of grade (not kidding, even .0001%) the phone will gradually slip towards the edge and fall. This bumper better be grippy or I will be annoyed...

Diztronic vs Rearth Ringke Case?

Have Tried to find which case do people prefer - Between Rearth Ringke and Diztronic. The owners of both seem to love it, but dint find any comaring one with another - need help in deciding which one to buy( Both available on Amazon)
Those who've used/have Both - Please give the specific details of why/if you like one over the other.
And, Color choice - Grey vs Metallic Black?
Thanks

the Matte Navy Ringke Slim is awesome. Looks great on a N4.

mvivekc said:
Have Tried to find which case do people prefer - Between Rearth Ringke and Diztronic. The owners of both seem to love it, but dint find any comaring one with another - need help in deciding which one to buy( Both available on Amazon)
Those who've used/have Both - Please give the specific details of why/if you like one over the other.
And, Color choice - Grey vs Metallic Black?
Thanks
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Love them both! Bought 4 cases from each manufacturer... Depending on the day and how I feel... Gotta have options.
Protection... Diztronic
Slim light weight and want to to look Nexy...
Rearth
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mackster248 said:
the Matte Navy Ringke Slim is awesome. Looks great on a N4.
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Co-sign. The revised case is awesome, and fits super well. Cut outs are all perfect.
-EP

I have Skinomi skin protector on with Ringke. The top-left corner is a little too tight and it pushes the skin protector up a bit. Regardless, I still love the case a lot.

Anyone have any thoughts on Nillkin vs Ringke vs Diztronic?

Have 2 Ringkes and a black Diztronic, of the 3, the white Ringke is by far my favourite. The Diztronic is nice, too but I find it takes away from the visual clean lines of the Nexy where as the Ringkes are so minimal, you don't notice it. Will likely be selling the Dizt shortly.

Arid711 said:
Have 2 Ringkes and a black Diztronic, of the 3, the white Ringke is by far my favourite. The Diztronic is nice, too but I find it takes away from the visual clean lines of the Nexy where as the Ringkes are so minimal, you don't notice it. Will likely be selling the Dizt shortly.
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What was the color of the other slim case? Mines black, the Grey one looked very appealing to me.
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zephiK said:
What was the color of the other slim case? Mines black, the Grey one looked very appealing to me.
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Of the Ringkes, I have one black and one white. I pondered on the grey as well but did't want to buy too many. The white is simply stunning.

Ringke All the Way!!!
I have both and I'd have to say Ringke is the best of the two. I especially like it because of how clean it is, looking that is. Keeps the phone looking very sleek.
Also, Rearth Ringke has very good customer service. At least with me they have. I pre-ordered the original one, and it had the slight manufacturer defect. I just e-mailed them through amazon asking for a replacement, not a refund. They had the revised edition in my mailbox on December 12th, day after they started shipping. They didn't charge me a dime, and even told me to keep the defected one and how to 'bend' it to correct it. I only sent a single e-mail, and they honored their product. Don't really see that much for accessory providers, at least in my experience.
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I have an xoskin on my phone with this case, and it doesn't mess with the screen protector at all. The xoskin is actually the best screen protector I've bought so far. I doesn't even feel like it's there. Smooth glossy/glass like movement when swiping.

munkybeatz said:
I have both and I'd have to say Ringke is the best of the two. I especially like it because of how clean it is, looking that is. Keeps the phone looking very sleek.
Also, Rearth Ringke has very good customer service. At least with me they have. I pre-ordered the original one, and it had the slight manufacturer defect. I just e-mailed them through amazon asking for a replacement, not a refund. They had the revised edition in my mailbox on December 12th, day after they started shipping. They didn't charge me a dime, and even told me to keep the defected one and how to 'bend' it to correct it. I only sent a single e-mail, and they honored their product. Don't really see that much for accessory providers, at least in my experience.
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I have an xoskin on my phone with this case, and it doesn't mess with the screen protector at all. The xoskin is actually the best screen protector I've bought so far. I doesn't even feel like it's there. Smooth glossy/glass like movement when swiping.
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I vouch for this. Except I contacted them directly towards emails and no response (maybe they dont check those emails? .. not sure, but i got one from [email protected] but I eventually gave in and just called them and the lady was really nice) same case scenario over here. Got it replaced without question, received it Saturday.
Using the Black one here. Eco packaging very nice as well.

Diztronic hardcase ftw
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munkybeatz said:
I have both and I'd have to say Ringke is the best of the two. I especially like it because of how clean it is, looking that is. Keeps the phone looking very sleek.
Also, Rearth Ringke has very good customer service. At least with me they have. I pre-ordered the original one, and it had the slight manufacturer defect. I just e-mailed them through amazon asking for a replacement, not a refund. They had the revised edition in my mailbox on December 12th, day after they started shipping. They didn't charge me a dime, and even told me to keep the defected one and how to 'bend' it to correct it. I only sent a single e-mail, and they honored their product. Don't really see that much for accessory providers, at least in my experience.
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I have an xoskin on my phone with this case, and it doesn't mess with the screen protector at all. The xoskin is actually the best screen protector I've bought so far. I doesn't even feel like it's there. Smooth glossy/glass like movement when swiping.
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How is your screen protector holding up with the Diztronic case?
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Locksmith81 said:
Protection... Diztronic
Slim light weight and want to to look Nexy...
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When you say protection - Diztronic , do you mean - the Ringke doesnt protect the phone as Diztronic does??

mvivekc said:
When you say protection - Diztronic , do you mean - the Ringke doesnt protect the phone as Diztronic does??
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Well the Ringke will just protect from scratches. The Diztronic is TPU so it will protect from small drops.
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FatalityBoyZahy said:
How is your screen protector holding up with the Diztronic case?
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I think he is using the ReEarth case
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I usually always get a Diztronic cases for my devices, until I replace it with a Mercury Pearl Tpu, as they become available outta Korea.
This time since there wasn't any Diztronic yet, so I went for the Nillikin and I am very impressed.
I may still buy a Diztronic eventually if I don't like the Poetic Atmosphere or a Mercury Pearl doesn't come out soon.

I own both and I would say diztronic ftw.
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ugrifja said:
I own both and I would say diztronic ftw.
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Same. The rearth is junk IMO. I was disappointed since I love the slim on my gnex but it just feels like they cut a lot of corners on the N4 version.
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nagle3092 said:
Same. The rearth is junk IMO. I was disappointed since I love the slim on my gnex but it just feels like they cut a lot of corners on the N4 version.
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Cut corners as....? The Slim Rearth case looks exactly the same on the S3. it's their newer model of their cases whereas GN had everything covered on the sides.
Definitely not junk, I prefer the new style over the old. But the old one provides more protection, the new one i like the material of it a lot more.

The Best Case For The Nexus 4 - IMO

I currently own the following cases for the Nexus 4:
i-Blason SoftGel Flexible TPU Case for Google Nexus 4 (12.95)
Ringke Google Nexus 4 SLIM Case ($9.99)
Androidified A2 TPU Case for LG Nexus 4 by Cruzerlite (12.90)
- The case that I would say is the best for the nexus 4 is the case by Cruzerlite. IMO it was the most hip and awesome case, though not as professional as the Ringke or i-Blason case. It offered Mild/High protect and it alleviated my fears of dropping the phone. The Ringke case was simply too cheap and flimsy for my taste but it was the slimmest. The i-Blason offered great protection but it made the Nexus 4 look bigger then what I wanted it to be. The case with the perfect fit and feel was the case by Cruzerlite, making my phone look more attractive (and I'm not saying this cause it has a Google android imprinted on the back lol).
Overall if you want the perfect case for the Nexus 4 I strongly recommend the Androidified A2 TPU Case for LG Nexus 4 by Cruzerlite. Trust me you won't go wrong.
Feel free to offer your own opinion on the following cases above.

Moving to Accessories thread

Opinons are like elbows, most everyone has them :silly:
Merry Xmas :laugh:

kpjimmy said:
Opinons are like elbows, most everyone has them :silly:
Merry Xmas :laugh:
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Yup, some are like clothes, some decide to dress up their phones, while others do not....

xdviper said:
Yup, some are like clothes, some decide to dress up their phones, while others do not....
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This guy gets it.

ace7196 said:
This guy gets it.
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I really like this durable case I purchased on amazon for 3.99. It's like an otterbox commuter case and feels and looks nice.

[Video] Poetic Atmosphere+Poetic Palette Slim Case Review!

Link- http://goo.gl/7Kqzi
I'll get my written review up as soon as I finish.
Link- http://goo.gl/3K84U
I'll get my written review up as soon as I finish.

Are you gadget guru?
Anyway, thanks for the review and exposure to this case. I never would have known about it. I've been considering the Rearth but everyone has been having issues (misaligned fit, bad delivery condition, leasing marks on the phone, jeez).
I already have the TPU case and the Slimbook from Poetic, but both are so bulky for daily use. So I just ordered this case, for $5! Pretty good price considering that's how much the knockoffs go for on eBay. And I certainly trust Exact-Deal and Poetic after my last purchase.

Hung0702 said:
Are you gadget guru?
Anyway, thanks for the review and exposure to this case. I never would have known about it. I've been considering the Rearth but everyone has been having issues (misaligned fit, bad delivery condition, leasing marks on the phone, jeez).
I already have the TPU case and the Slimbook from Poetic, but both are so bulky for daily use. So I just ordered this case, for $5! Pretty good price considering that's how much the knockoffs go for on eBay. And I certainly trust Exact-Deal and Poetic after my last purchase.
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Yes, I am GGHD and I have to agree with you. I'm surprised there wasn't much buzz on the Palette. Everyone must've thought it was just another slim case, but it's definitely more than that. It has certainly surpassed what I expected getting. I agree with you completely on the Slimbook; I did a review on that too .
BTW, check out the Atmosphere too. It's pretty nice too if you're looking for protection and the slim factor. The only issue with the Palette is that it doesn't offer great protection.

I have been using the Ringke SLIM case for almost a month now and decided to give this one a shot since it was cheap. I got it an hour ago and have to say I prefer it to the Ringke. It feels more grippy and it's much easier to take off.
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I didn't even know poetic had a slim case for the nexus 4 until now. I already have a ringke slim but I'm tempted to buy this. Also pretty nice that it somewhat covers the top and bottom!

I had a soft touch plastic back on my last phone and I definitely offer a more rubber-like feel. I also got my slim case today and while it's nice, it definitely isn't grippy. Imagine the HTC One X (not the X+).
However, the case is quite slim. Although, the phone always seems to get substantially bigger no matter how minimal the case is
Also, if anyone was wondering, the sides do not hamper swiping in from the edge. And I agree with GGHD, the case can be very easily removed and applied on a regular and frequent basis.
A lot of positive things about the case ergonomics, but a grippier material would have made it perfect.

I agree with the advice posts. While the Palette is by no means very grippy, it has more grip than the Diztronic Hardshell and according to the other guy, more grip than the Rearth Ringke Sim.
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Currently have the Diztronic ultra hard shell and love the hell out of it. However, I love the thiness of this and because of the review saying it's actually THINNER than the Diztronic Ultra hard case, I had to see for myself lol. I bought one on ebay because total cost with shipping was cheaper there than amazon. (No prime)

Do you think the Poetic Atmosphere will provide decent drop protection around waist hight? (as it's plastic, rather than TPU)

Evil_munki said:
Do you think the Poetic Atmosphere will provide decent drop protection around waist hight? (as it's plastic, rather than TPU)
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It's hard to judge protection and I don't want to say it will protect from a certain height if it may not. I would say that it packs a lot of protection considering how think it is.
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FlaminCheetos said:
great vid and nice work!
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Thanks! I'm going to get CL cases so I'll review them too.
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I ordered the palette case from Amazon and the reviewers mentioned there is a lip to protect the front. In your video you can clearly see a lip on the sides, yet you contradict that. I'm confused now

ceejay83 said:
I ordered the palette case from Amazon and the reviewers mentioned there is a lip to protect the front. In your video you can clearly see a lip on the sides, yet you contradict that. I'm confused now
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I saw that as well. I think it does. I'll report back when I get it. I was notified it was shipped today.

kpjimmy said:
I saw that as well. I think it does. I'll report back when I get it. I was notified it was shipped today.
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It does have a little bit of a lip. It feels like it has more than the Ringke Rearth case does.

jnewman1991 said:
It does have a little bit of a lip. It feels like it has more than the Ringke Rearth case does.
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Good to hear, couldn't resist that $5 shipped price from Amazon

There is a very small lip. I was comparing to a case like the Diztronic TPU.
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Nxxx said:
There is a very small lip. I was comparing to a case like the Diztronic TPU.
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Just received the case and the lip is very small. I'm concerned if it'll actually protect the screen.

ceejay83 said:
Just received the case and the lip is very small. I'm concerned if it'll actually protect the screen.
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Agreed. VERY small lip. Def thinner then the Diztronic Ultra thin. But Feels a step above a screen protector on the back lol.

Nxxx said:
There is a very small lip. I was comparing to a case like the Diztronic TPU.
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I was looking to get the Diztronic Hard Shell but may change my mind to this Poetic. Knowing you have both, could you compare them for us? thanks for the informative reviews.

sunnycheeba said:
I was looking to get the Diztronic Hard Shell but may change my mind to this Poetic. Knowing you have both, could you compare them for us? thanks for the informative reviews.
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I have both and seeing that the Poetic is actually thinner, IMO I'd go with the Diztronic Ultra Hard shell. The Diztronic has a bit better grip IMO. I mean they both can be gripped well and for $5 bux shipped, its a great case, but very VERY minimal. I don't really think the front face has a defined lip. On the corner's it's raised a bit, but not like the diztronic. Diztronic wins on feel and fit but Poetic wins on the price an thinness.