DIY Nexus 4 Faceplate - Nexus 4 Accessories

So I received my Nexus 4 Bumper today. I was using the Ringke Slim case which was a defective because of the warping of the side near the volume button. Also today I received the replacement for the slim case so I decided to make a faceplate to add onto the bumper. The back is nice with its patterned dots but for now I am going for protection until there are better screen protectors out there.
Decided to cut the defective case to be a faceplate for the back of my phone. Still experimenting how much to cut the side but this is what I have. Some problems so far is that it gives it an extra thickness to what Google originally had for the bumper. So when holding the phone on the edge it has this popping feel. If I cut more of the side of the case this might eliminate the problem. You still get the lipped edge around the screen. Buttons still work but I didn't get the nice satisfying click. But I will work with the sides of the faceplate again
Thought I would share this even though it might seem useless a bit

Make sure Apple doesnt steal this design:beer:
HTC Evo V 4G F/S $150 (x2 extended batts,x1 OEM batt,x1 black trident kraken case,Zune headphones,8gb micro ad card)

It came out nice man great job! A true mygyver
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Nice job! Looks fantastic! But one thing though, it reminds me of a nexus s now lol.

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Nice job! Looks fantastic! But one thing though, it reminds me of a nexus s now lol.
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Hahaha! That's the first this I thought when I saw it.
Looks good though :good:

Looks great. Thinking of trying this with a clear case...
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Nice work! I was thinking of doing the same thing. Can you please take a pic that shows how much of the slim case you cut away?
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.A.J. said:
Nice work! I was thinking of doing the same thing. Can you please take a pic that shows how much of the slim case you cut away?
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Well I was experimenting with it too much and cut the case where it doesn't fit as nicely compared to before. You need some kind of edge around so it doesn't simply fall out of the bumper. Just experiment as you go and place the faceplate then your phone in

Interesting.... and looks very nice to the very least haha. I would totally buy this if it was a case

sounds like a plan

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[REVIEW] Prozkin Black & Smoke Grey Clear TPU Case $6.50 Shipped

My First Impressions:
-DOES NOT ADD BULK TO THE PHONE.
-Fits snug around phone.
-Adds a nice firm grip to the device.
-Perfect cut-outs for all ports
-There are no cut-outs for the POWER & VOLUME ROCKERS, but the material still has the springy feeling so you don't have to press hard.
-Nice black glossy design going around the case, with a smoke grey clear back to show off GALAXY S BRANDING.
-Easy to put on & take off.
**MOST IMPORTANTLY**
The lip on the case adds a gap between the screen and surfaces just in case you drop the device face down it will prevent scratches or possibly cracking.
I will definitely be ordering the Clear Back. There are also Red & Blue Backing Available.
I like this case. Being as though it is my first choice I am not disappointed with the material or fit of it. Also i received my case in 4 days. Nice packaging and shipping method.
Here is the link to the seller:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=PROZKIN+blaze
Photo-stream Slideshow Of Case-
http://www.flickr.com/photos/charlieb620xda/sets/72157629870485460/show/
I don't have a case for my Blaze yet, but when it took a fall out of my shirt pocket I thought maybe I should....
Please update when you get the case with a review!
putney said:
I don't have a case for my Blaze yet, but when it took a fall out of my shirt pocket I thought maybe I should....
Please update when you get the case with a review!
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Just checked the tracking. My case is home. I will take some pics with and without the phone inside of it. If it first well with the perfect cut outs I will be ordering another one but with a clear back.
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Review up with pictures.
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Thought I'd ask, still happy with this case? Been a while now. I am about to order one myself.
chjema said:
Thought I'd ask, still happy with this case? Been a while now. I am about to order one myself.
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Case is still holding up. Couple light scratches on it but nothing serious. My phone is still in mint condition so it is doing its job.
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Thanks for the recommendation.
For me I was really happy with the fit. Very snug!
xda45 said:
Thanks for the recommendation.
For me I was really happy with the fit. Very snug!
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It's a stand up case very glad I chose it.
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Just had mine delivered today. I miss the feel of the back of the Blaze, but that will happen with any case. Slipped it on and it looks and feels great. Thanks for the recommendation.
I got one just like this I think. Except pink and white. Post it when I get it.
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rbeier1221 said:
Just had mine delivered today. I miss the feel of the back of the Blaze, but that will happen with any case. Slipped it on and it looks and feels great. Thanks for the recommendation.
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No problem. I'm so use to how the case feels that when I removed it to do a batt pull the blaze felt a little lighter than usual. I love the feel the the battery cover.
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So my case came in, and I foolishly believed the back part was white, when infact was transparent lol. So I kept the phone paper that came in the cover, cut the holes accordingly, then drew my customization on the white back part. The results are attached.
The cover has a good fit, but I've seen better. The feel quality is not cheap, but I've felt better covers.
Link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0083ZQ22E/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
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So my case came in, and I foolishly believed the back part was white, when infact was transparent lol. So I kept the phone paper that came in the cover, cut the holes accordingly, then drew my customization on the white back part. The results are attached.
The cover has a good fit, but I've seen better. The feel quality is not cheap, but I've felt better covers.
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Can you link me to the color case you ordered.
Nvm. Found it.
http://www.amazon.com/Protector-PRO...&qid=1339902172&sr=8-2&keywords=PROZKIN+blaze
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charlieb620 said:
Can you link me to the color case you ordered.
Nvm. Found it.
http://www.amazon.com/Protector-PRO...&qid=1339902172&sr=8-2&keywords=PROZKIN+blaze
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Actually it's this one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0083ZQ22E/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
I'll edit my post, sorry lol
I might have to try something like this. I bought a case off Amazon that is sort of a two parter. Internal plastic shell with a rubbery outer covering. Solid case but it tripled the width on this bad boy.
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It's a good solid case. Barely any bulk.
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I love the protection my case offers but the added bulk is driving me nuts! I couldn't take it anymore so I ordered this case. While I'm waiting for delivery I'm temporarily putting my phone in the rubber skin case I bought for it similar to the one that came with my HD2 a couple years ago.
Everyone here seems to like this case and it's at an excellent price point.
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Glad everyone likes it
Got my case today and I love it so far! It's the perfect blend between the rubbery skins and the plastic hard cases. Very little bulk added and they did an excellent job of cutting the holes for access to all of the ports.
They did a good job of making the usb port plenty large enough. On the rubbery skin I was using they cut the hole a little too small. It was big enough for the silver part to fit but not large enough for the black part so it would keep falling out.
The one minor complaint I have is that, while they are "springy" as previously described, the power and volume rockers aren't raised enough on the sides of the phone. They need to stick out a little bit further to they can be found and pressed easier by touch IMHO.
Overall I would give it an A-
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Incipio At&t

http://www.incipio.com/HTC-One-X-ATandT-Cases/HTC-One-X-ATandT-Cases.asp
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looking good. i am in between this and case mate barely there.
Yup I was in the same predicament and I went with the case-mate barely there. I love the case. I went white on white. I don't need super protection but just want to protect from scratches and getting dirty.
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i just noticed that incipio one covers more edges. so i think i am more leaning toward this...
Good to see they finally got them out, but im not sure if I would pick it up our not. When I had my SGS II I loved my NGP that I had on it, right now im rocking the diztronic tpu which is almost the same exact setup as the NGP.
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Awww man I just jumped the gun two days ago on the barely there in black. Can anyone post like comparison pictures and compare them cuz I might end up buying the feather later.
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ethantarheels123 said:
Awww man I just jumped the gun two days ago on the barely there in black. Can anyone post like comparison pictures and compare them cuz I might end up buying the feather later.
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From the pictures on the site, the feather looks exactly the same except the bottom part looks like it wraps around a bit further and the top has an extra piece that covers the middle section between the headphone jack and the power button.
Just ordered a feather. Will report back when I get it.
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Just got my feather in and I can tell you that there is a reason they don't show you what it looks like directly from the front. The case is much thicker than they would lead you to believe and is pretty damn ugly when it's on. I will never use this case.
^dang sorry to hear that
Well Im going get mine in the mail soon so I guess I know what to expect
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Just got my feather in and I can tell you that there is a reason they don't show you what it looks like directly from the front. The case is much thicker than they would lead you to believe and is pretty damn ugly when it's on. I will never use this case.
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Can you tell us if the case will be able to protect the camera lens?
hanming said:
Can you tell us if the case will be able to protect the camera lens?
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It is almost flush with the camera lens, MAYBE a little bit thicker. If you lay the phone down on its back it definitely does keep the camera lens off the table, there is like a .5mm gap that I can see through. So yes, but not by much.
_MetalHead_ said:
Just got my feather in and I can tell you that there is a reason they don't show you what it looks like directly from the front. The case is much thicker than they would lead you to believe and is pretty damn ugly when it's on. I will never use this case.
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Can you post some pics??????????
Got mine today. A bit pricy imo, I try to not spend more than $10 on a case. Keeps the thin profile and the material actually makes the phone easier to grip. I like the fact that the front portion is flushed with the phone(not good for ppl who like putting their phones face down). Probably gonna be switching between this case and the Amzer case. Really liking it.
waljie said:
Got mine today. A bit pricy imo, I try to not spend more than $10 on a case. Keeps the thin profile and the material actually makes the phone easier to grip. I like the fact that the front portion is flushed with the phone(not good for ppl who like putting their phones face down). Probably gonna be switching between this case and the Amzer case. Really liking it.
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Really like that! Thanks for posting looks like a winner to me!
Edit: Just purchased the Black Feather for my white HOX
I bought the Incipio feather in gray for my white HOX and I like the grippy/rubbery feel to the back. It's not my favorite case but I can definitely see me rocking it from time to time.
Really like that case waljie.
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Been rocking the black with my white HOX. Love it!
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They don't have a white case and I couldn't decide between buying the gray or the black for my white HOX. Finally settled on getting the gray one (I figured it didn't really matter since I'm planning on having a few cases sitting around to swap as my mood changes).
I've never been a huge fan of any soft plastc/silicone since they are huge dust and hair magnets. I have a jack russell and this thing loves to attract hair and pet dander.

First Nexus 4 Case Black S Case $4.00

Not sure where to put this post exactly so I decided to put it here. Just like the title says its a s case for the Nexus 4 but its from China so its going to take a little while to get here.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=261126422229&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=96730571524
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phoneman09 said:
Not sure where to put this post exactly so I decided to put it here. Just like the title says its a s case for the Nexus 4 but its from China so its going to take a little while to get here.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=261126422229&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=96730571524
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I like the look of it. Going to give it a shot. Thanks!
Great case, love it on my phone. And will absolutely take a month I learned first hand,I wouldn't bother ordering and just wait for local options once they arrive.
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Usually when I order from China, it takes around 2 weeks for me to get in the mail. I wish manufactures would have made them earlier since all the specs were released...I guess I'll just use some kind of pouch to carry it around till I get something.
That case would cover up the awesome back design No bueno
anirudh412 said:
That case would cover up the awesome back design No bueno
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Yep :good:
anirudh412 said:
That case would cover up the awesome back design No bueno
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The back won't look so awesome if you drop the phone and it shatters
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Cant keep living in fear man! Be a little careful about your phone, enjoy its beauty. Accidents might/ might not happen. Thats me! Livin mah life on the edge
Or maybe wait for some bumpers
Yep, don't want to cover up this awesome looking device!
rather wait for a better one..
Been case and screen protector free on my GNex for almost a year, not a scratch or ding on it.
Next week when my daughter takes it though it will be in a Kraken case
I would pick one up, but I don't want to cover up that sexy back of the nexus 4
I'm probably going to put a full body screen protector and not put on a case though that one looks nice. Just got be extra careful. What would be really cool is if they made a Qi inductive case, that charges your phone, that way you never need to charge your phone.
kefloxin said:
I'm probably going to put a full body screen protector and not put on a case though that one looks nice. Just got be extra careful. What would be really cool is if they made a Qi inductive case, that charges your phone, that way you never need to charge your phone.
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The Nexus 4 has QI charger built into it. I believe it has a range of 40mm... So unless your case is made of metal you will be okay.
707BeastMode707 said:
The back won't look so awesome if you drop the phone and it shatters
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Nor would the front most likely
These "S" design back cases are some of the ugliest cases I've seen. Kinda like those clear "Altezza" vehicle tail lights from the early 2000s.
tracerit said:
These "S" design back cases are some of the ugliest cases I've seen. Kinda like those clear "Altezza" vehicle tail lights from the early 2000s.
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I have to agree. They look really tacky.
pretty cheap
For me, I would thank the OP for this. for 4 bucks, I would buy a 'protection' while taking my time to wait for the perfect case...
intern said:
I have to agree. They look really tacky.
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They aren't beautiful but for the price, consistent design, thinness, and especially the grip edges, there's few competition from getting the most for your dollar perspective.
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Cruzerlite Androidified TPU case REVIEW

hey guys,
So I got the new androidified case and of course I made my review for you. Also..if you see..I got actually 7..and will be giving them away soon..so stay tuned!!
Here ya go enjoy
http://youtu.be/715wYwXXwy8
nice ..I want the lime green one
Got the lime green one today, think it absolutely rocks, all I will say is the lime green seems to give the camera a green tint, now I have only seen it once and not sure if it was the lighting conditions, but it is something to think about.
hated this case. Haven't used it once.
munchy_cool said:
nice ..I want the lime green one
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I love the green one. I'll be giving it away too he he. Got a Diztronic giveaway coming very very soon!
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Do you mind posting a picture of the nexus 4 with the light blue case on?
The suction effect is disappointing to me. Otherwise a very nice case.
Would you mind posting pictures on how the phone looks with red Cruzerlite on? Have you seen or tried out the new design (andy-circuit-case) for the Nexus 4? And does the suction effect wear off at some point? Or is it just really blatantly obvious with only certain colors? Sorry for asking so many questions but I'm really curious lol.
bbmayg said:
Do you mind posting a picture of the nexus 4 with the light blue case on?
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Will def do as soon as I get home
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Nearei said:
Would you mind posting pictures on how the phone looks with red Cruzerlite on? Have you seen or tried out the new design (andy-circuit-case) for the Nexus 4? And does the suction effect wear off at some point? Or is it just really blatantly obvious with only certain colors? Sorry for asking so many questions but I'm really curious lol.
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I've seen it but haven't review it yet. I am sure I will looking into that
I don't think the suction effect wears off because the back of the phone is glass ..the lighter the color the more obvious it is. I was thinking maybe the old baby powder trick might get rid of that ..gonna try it later on
The colors you see on the video are the only ones I actually have.
And please ask as much as you need .I'm here to help the community out
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Just got the new CruzerLite cases for the nexus 4 and they look incredible and fit snug and perfect holes for all buttons. Attaching pictures of them. They have a nice lip on the top so you can place phone upside down w no worries of touching glass. Definitely with the $12.90 price each.
Ian B
Very nice !!! I will post pics tonight for sure..yesterday between filming the 2 videos for each channel I ended up running out of time he he
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Whoa! I would love to win the black or like green. They look nice! Great review video too.
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Got the bugified case today, fits great! I got the clear one, although it looks gray on the website. Very happy with my purchase, it took only 3 days to get here, out of the regular estimated delivary of 5-7 days. Here's a pic of the back.
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Looks like these are the same ones, except different design?
http://www.cruzerlite.com/community/xda-developers/pre-order-xda-developers-nexus-4-case
Not a bad looking case, BUT no protection for the chromed buttons of the N4, so I'll definitely pass on this. The Seidio Active case/holster combo should be available for ordering any day now
joeski27 said:
Not a bad looking case, BUT no protection for the chromed buttons of the N4, so I'll definitely pass on this. The Seidio Active case/holster combo should be available for ordering any day now
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What are you talking about? Those volume and power buttons are nicely tucked inside the case openings with a lip around them just like the lip all around the top to protect the front glass.
Ian B
I have the androidified case on my N4 as well, i love the look of it and the price at $13 was nice. I generally have no gripes about the case, however I need more protection and this is just merely a stopgap until a seidio active case/holster combo is available
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What are you talking about? Those volume and power buttons are nicely tucked inside the case openings with a lip around them just like the lip all around the top to protect the front glass.
Ian B
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"tucked in" does not equal "protected", not to mention the additional large openings provide that many more areas for dust and minute debris to enter the case (and yes, I've had this happen to me so I know it can happen). But back to the buttons themselves, as an example, take the Poetic Atmosphere case. While I will say that one does not provide the moderate shock/breakage protection that classic TPU case does, it does fully cover the buttons, and even more importantly, it goes a long way toward making the buttons easier to find and to press (which on the N4 is very helpful). Either way, none of these cases provide the grip, protection, overall feel of the Seidio Active case, not even a contest in those areas. Over the last few years I've found that this case provides maximum protection, without the over-the-top bulk of, for example, the Otterbox.

dbrand.com N4 skins

Great skins for a great price.
Seems like it might look nice with the LG bumper. Might have to give it a try.
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Carbon one looks cool. Anyone tried yet?
A few people on reddit bought it and they said it has been great so far in terms of fitment. One had the carbon one and the other I believe had titanium or leather.
Really liking the look of the titanium one, might order one later this week. If anyone beats me to it, please post pictures!
Covering the back? NO-GO!
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Reddit post with photos:
http://www.reddit.com/r/nexus4/comments/16925q/dbrand_carbon_skin/
So are these protective skins, or just decorative stickers?
Im leaning towards titanium silver and black leather. I just wish it were legit leather
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So are these protective skins, or just decorative stickers?
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What do u mean by protective? it'll prevent the glass from scratching but don't expect any drop protection
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otariq said:
What do u mean by protective? it'll prevent the glass from scratching but don't expect any drop protection
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I imagine they also help prevent the phone from sliding everywhere.
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jimmygoska said:
I imagine they also help prevent the phone from sliding everywhere.
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That's exactly why I bought one..tired of having to find a rough cloth to put the phone on so it doesn't slide all over the place. Purchased a carbon fiber one, hoping I get it next week.
Serious_Beans said:
That's exactly why I bought one..tired of having to find a rough cloth to put the phone on so it doesn't slide all over the place. Purchased a carbon fiber one, hoping I get it next week.
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Let us know how you like it.
heck if you have cracks on your back screen already you can cover it up :silly:
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Let us know how you like it.
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I love it! lol, nexus doesn't slide every where now and it makes the phone look pretty awesome, can't speak for the leather looking ones but the carbon fiber one looks amazing. I'll take pics with my friends phone later.
I definitely recommend this if you don't mind covering up the glass back, I prefer it this way TBH, the effect is cool, but not cool engh I'd keep this sort of protection off.
Just received my titanium skin, it looks fantastic. Haven't applied it yet (I'm at work; haven't even taken it out of its vinyl pouch), but here's a quick picture so you can get an idea of the texture. I scratched at it a bit, it feels a lot harder than you'd expect.
Finally applied it, took maybe five minutes. The fit is perfect and it feels very nice. Photos don't really do it justice.
That's looks nice.can't wait to get my carbon fiber one.how long did it take for shipping?
wow looks very nice!
ceejay83 said:
That's looks nice.can't wait to get my carbon fiber one.how long did it take for shipping?
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I'm only a four-hour drive away, so not counting the weekend, it took a couple of days. Probably going to order a couple more now that I know what I'm dealing with (ridiculous precision, easy application, amazing results).

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