Cruzerlite just released two more cases for the Nexus 4 if anyone wants to pick one one. I personally hated the original andy one so I'll probably have to pass. Just received my poetic today and it by far my favorite case next to my ringke slim.
here are the links.
bugdroid
http://www.cruzerlite.com/andy-circuit-case-for-nexus-4
Clone Army
http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/lg/nexus-4/androidified-clone-army-for-nexus-4
The bugdroid was quite cool.
Will think about it.
Thank for the tip.
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Heard cutouts from cruzer lite cases are always off. Not sure how true that is though
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Heard cutouts from cruzer lite cases are always off. Not sure how true that is though
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Yeah for me the fact that they are even cutting out holes for the buttons makes me not want to buy these TPU's. The buttons on the N4 are this shiny chrome-like plastic, and as they are surely scratch/scuff magnets, I'm not about to rock a case that does not protect them.
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Yeah for me the fact that they are even cutting out holes for the buttons makes me not want to buy these TPU's. The buttons on the N4 are this shiny chrome-like plastic, and as they are surely scratch/scuff magnets, I'm not about to rock a case that does not protect them.
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I hate the chrome in general, with no case and taking extreme care of your phone the chrome around the phone will scratch. Why couldn't they make it all the soft touch hard rubber material? :banghead:
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fuego77 said:
I hate the chrome in general, with no case and taking extreme care of your phone the chrome around the phone will scratch. Why couldn't they make it all the soft touch hard rubber material? :banghead:
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I have NO idea! I thought the exact same thing the moment I saw the phone for the first time (and especially the moment I held it for the first time). I mean such a great job was done with the Nexus 10 as well (granted that was Samsung) - nice styling but with durability and grip in mind. But for some reason, apparently LG insisted on adding that "pop" of flashy chrome to the edge of the phone, and did so using the scratch-friendly chrome ring...and as if that wasn't bad enough, they simply couldn't have added such a scratch-prone component to a more scratch-prone area of the device. Incredible :silly:
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Nexus 4 Diztronic Hardshell Case Review
$9.99- Amazon Link
$9.99- Diztronic Link
Design
5/5
First of all, this case is EXTREMELY thin. It's only 1mm thin, making it 25% thinner than the original TPU case. The back has a non glossy Diztronic logo on it and a slot cut open for the camera and speakers. It is a bit slippery, but won't catch lint on it or attract finger prints. Unlike other shell cases, this one isn't hard to take in and out. However, you definitely want to take it out periodically to make sure debris doesn't get caught in it and scratch the case. The edges of the case just barely go over the screen making a bit of a "lip". The lip is barely there and you may be able to fit a screen protector on it. The buttons are left exposed on the case making pressing the power button and volume rockers very easy.
Protection
4/5
This case does a decent job at protecting the phone while still keeping a thin profile. The top and bottom of the case are left somewhat vulnerable, yet I understand how it would be tough to cover that part while making the case a "hardshell". Keep in mind this case is only 1mm thick, so I'm grading the protection based on the case's target audience.
Final Verdict
4.5/5
This may be the thinnest case to ever hit the market. At $9.95 you get a lot of bang for your buck; this is a high quality case made with premium materials. You can tell Diztronic took the time to make sure they got everything right. This case is so thin you won't even notice it while still giving you some protection.
Great reviews. Thanks for taking the time to post these.
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Great reviews. Thanks for taking the time to post these.
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No problem. I really enjoy making these videos anyway.
What would you prefer? This one or the TPU one?
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What would you prefer? This one or the TPU one?
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That's a tough question. If protection is more important than go for the TPU. Honestly, they're both great; I just can't decide.
Protection is very important as I tend to screw up sometimes diztronic ones seem to be the best ones available right now. So, what do you suggest? I know the TPU one is pretty awesome too!
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Do you also have the Ringke slim case and would you mind doing a comparison if you do?
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That's a tough question. If protection is more important than go for the TPU. Honestly, they're both great; I just can't decide.
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Why else would you get a phone case if protection wasn't your primary reason
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Why else would you get a phone case if protection wasn't your primary reason
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I only want one for minimal back protection since the phone is glass.
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Do you also have the Ringke slim case and would you mind doing a comparison if you do?
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Unfortunately I don't have the Ringke Slim Case.
Thread closed and OP copied over to existing review thread.
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AvRS
Well from the looks of it, this is the case that a lot of people have been waiting for. Judging from the pictures, it appears to be made of TPU for the front lip and bezel area, but what makes this case special is the back of the case is hard transparent plastic. The perfect way to show off the awesome backside of the N4 without sacrificing protection! To me it literally looks like my Diztronic TPU case with a plastic back side. The case is listed as "coming soon" , and here is the link:
https://www.rearthusa.com/google-nexus-4-hybrid-fusion-case
IMO this may be the case to rule all cases....
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Wow! That case looks great! I'm gonna sign up for the waiting list.
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That looks damn sexy!
Thanks for the heads up OP!!
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It's going to attract dust like crazy.
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Just put myself on the waiting list about 30 min ago. The case looks amazing :thumbup:
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Very nice looking case. Would to see a video of this case when its available
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I just bought this case. http://www.amazon.com/BasalCase-Nex...=1359213533&sr=1-1&keywords=basalcase+nexus+4
Depending on how I like this one and how well everybody else likes the Rearth, I'll probably be picking one up so I can have a different color.
OP you rock!
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I will be purchasing this case as soon as it becomes available and once it arrives I will be writing an in depth review .
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I just bought this case. http://www.amazon.com/BasalCase-Nex...=1359213533&sr=1-1&keywords=basalcase+nexus+4
Depending on how I like this one and how well everybody else likes the Rearth, I'll probably be picking one up so I can have a different color.
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I own that exact case. I really really like it and my only complaint as with most white cases its starting to get a Lil yellow tint on the corners of it all the way around. But I work in a refinery so its mostly my fault.
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The case looks PIMP. Thanks OP !!
this is the perfect case!
Waited for this sort of case for a long time and will definitely get it. But the one thing I suspect is, like current crystal clear hard plastic cases, the back will likely stick to any sort of rear protector and cause the sticky wet look.
I like this one. Not a fan of the clear back material but it will probably feel better in hand. Thanks op
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Waited for this sort of case for a long time and will definitely get it. But the one thing I suspect is, like current crystal clear hard plastic cases, the back will likely stick to any sort of rear protector and cause the sticky wet look.
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No I don't think so. The back looks like hard plastic not tpu material
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kcbboy said:
No I don't think so. The back looks like hard plastic not tpu material
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I doubt it either if its anything like the back on this case.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WHITE-TPU-R...137&pid=100015&prg=1006&rk=1&sd=271126962179&
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Are those cut outs for the buttons? I would love it if they weren't.
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No I don't think so. The back looks like hard plastic not tpu material
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Even hard plastic can stick to rear protectors if it's of the glossy, "crystal clear" variant that is extremely easy to scratch, which is what I'm assuming this one will end up having. I know because I had a crystal clear case before on my Nexus 4, and the reason I got rid of it was because it stuck to my rear Spigen protector (it was also just cheaply made and had tons of stress cracks upon arrival).
If it had a matte frosted clear back, then it wouldn't stick. But it'd also block the glittering effect, making it no different than the other generic TPU/clear back hybrid cases already on Ebay.
Ive emailed them about an estimated eta and what materials its made out of.
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Anyone planning to combine this case with these skins? http://dbrand.com/submodels/nexus-4/
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Hey guys,
I got the chance to review this case and made the video as usual. It is very thin, very light, however I am not comfortable leaving the top and bottom exposed.
Here it is! If you have any questions please just let me know
http://youtu.be/KIRwjBtI7L4
Just slapped mine on, like the raised corners for face down safety but agree the front of the top and bottom are pretty exposed. Nice fit and what I was looking for though. Nice review
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whiel i like how slim it is. on mine, even with it face down, it'll wobble and it seems the screen is still touching because it slides soo easily like it does without the case.
the case without the phone doesn't wobble and it doesn't slide easily. maybe i have crooked one? doesn't feel like it though since there's no squeaking with the case on.
Just got mine and I'm liking it a lot, all we need is a case exactly like this one but covers the top and bottom as well, but yea this one is very nice
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Odd I put mine face down in the dark and can see light all the way around except the corners. I am fairly positive it's not touching screen. The second case I got isn't as good of a fit though it is loose on the volume rocker side.
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I've had mine for a week or so.
Pros:
Thin
Light
Cons:
Moves around too much directly over the volume controls. Not enough material there to be stiff enough so it tends to flex in that area.
There's an annoying ridge around the edge closest to the screen. Sort of like a line for the mold used to form the plastic. This makes it feel cheap.
I've got the "Ringke Fusion" case on order and hoping I like that better. If so, this one may be going back.
-Brett.
I was just wondering...to address the 'top and bottom bezel uncovered' issue, could we not apply one of those full body shield protectors, i.e those that protect the sides? Or would the case not fit with that on?
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I was just wondering...to address the 'top and bottom bezel uncovered' issue, could we not apply one of those full body shield protectors, i.e those that protect the sides? Or would the case not fit with that on?
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That'll protect from scratches but not from impact
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I have this case and love it. I don't like to put cases on my phones but wanted to protect the glasses back so I got this. Protects the back while barely being noticeable, which is perfect for my tastes.
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Got this case a couple days ago in white. So far so good. Thin and low profile. Dropped the phone yesterday, hit the corner and not a scratch or crack on the phone.
To those who have this case on, is it a snug fit or kind of lose? I'm asking because I just received the Spigen SGP Slim and it has a lose fit. Like you could shake it softly and feel the phone sliding around..kind of disappointed and if the Ringke Slim is snug, then I'm considering ordering that.
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Mine is fit, and I actually have hard time taking it off the phone.
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cisland said:
Mine is fit, and I actually have hard time taking it off the phone.
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Man..I knew I should of ordered from Rearth instead since I had the slim case for the Gnex...thanks for the response. Haha
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probably the tightest snuggiest case. IT's a b*tch to take off. Can nick the phone w/my fingernail trying to remove the case hence why I've been rocking it naked the past week..
Correct fitment is pretty tight . but I think this also makes it barely noticeable
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Thanks for the responses...went ahead and ordered me one. That spigen ones crappy IMHO..good thing I have a buddy that's gonna take it off my hands for the amount I got it for
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waiting for mine
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Best case I've ever owned. And I hate cases.
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I got my navy blue Ringke Slim (version 2) this morning and although the fit is superb and getting it back off if a challenge i am a little cheesed off that "soft touch" doesn't equate to grip like it would on a Case Mate Barely There.
Great case but i am tempted to put my 95p S Line jobbie back on.
Cheapo case back on and the Ringke Slim sold on, it needs to be more grippy.
Howdy folks, does anybody have any experience with this case?
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-note-8-0-ballistic-tough-jacket-series-case
It looks like a nice alternative for the otterbox..
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I'd also be keen to know if anyone has one and their thoughts on it.
Wish UAG made a case for the Note 8.
I ordered it for $39 dollars on eBay, I hope to get within a week..I'll let you know how it is.
Ballistic reviews for other devices look very promising!
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Received it today; first impressions...it fits like a glove, but it's easy to put on.
The silicone is the inner shell so it doesn't attract any dust. The plastic outside shell has a nice texture and isn't slippery. The only rubber parts which can be seen are the"enforced"edges, which serve the purpose of protection and makes sure that your screen never touches anything when laid down on its face and a narrow ring around the screen. The case however doesn't have covers for the ports(usb, camera, headphone and speakers) I had the idea that it would come with a screen protector, but my dead brain cells must have misunderstood the description. It comes however with a protective cover which also serves as a stand. It feels sturdy and with it on, your note is well protected, it makes however quite heavy like a brick.
The "phone"still fits in my hand, but that is without the cover attached.
All in all I'm quite satisfied with this case it will protect my note well and the design is not too shabby either.
I'll give y'all an update in two weeks.
Cheers my friends.
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Received it today; first impressions...it fits like a glove, but it's easy to put on.
The silicone is the inner shell so it doesn't attract any dust. The plastic outside shell has a nice texture and isn't slippery. The only rubber parts which can be seen are the"enforced"edges, which serve the purpose of protection and makes sure that your screen never touches anything when laid down on its face and a narrow ring around the screen. The case however doesn't have covers for the ports(usb, camera, headphone and speakers) I had the idea that it would come with a screen protector, but my dead brain cells must have misunderstood the description. It comes however with a protective cover which also serves as a stand. It feels sturdy and with it on, your note is well protected, it makes however quite heavy like a brick.
The "phone"still fits in my hand, but that is without the cover attached.
All in all I'm quite satisfied with this case it will protect my note well and the design is not too shabby either.
I'll give y'all an update in two weeks.
Cheers my friends.
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Do you still have access to the S-pen?
Sure no problem, the spen is easy to remove and all the buttons(volume etc) react perfect even with such a protective case.
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Can you post some pictures please?
Will do tomorrow.
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I ordered it for $39 dollars on eBay, I hope to get within a week..I'll let you know how it is.
Ballistic reviews for other devices look very promising!
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I can't find it for that price anywhere. Happen to have a link? I'm interested in picking this up over the otterbox
I bought it through this shop, fast and cheap shipping!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171090399902?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
I had to use ebay since I live in Japan, otherwise this offer on Amazon would have even been better!:crying:
http://www.amazon.com/BALLISTIC-Samsung-Charger-Radiation-Shield/dp/B00EFBB20M/ref=pd_rhf_se_p_tnr_1
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thanks for sharing your impressions and the pictures. i am very tempted to pick one of these up myself. I got a simple/cheap flip case to hold me over temporarily, but to be quite frank, I am too damn clumsy not to invest in more serious protection for my electronic devices.
Note 8 is my first case, so was curious how such a sturdy case felt on the device. Ballistic basically won over my loyalty two smartphone ago...had the equivalent case on my Atrix, and one day while running to catch a bus my phone fell out of my pocket and when flying, slammed into the asphalt of the highway/street i was running across hard enough to bounce three times and make it halfway back towards the other side of the street. I was horrified, went to retrieve it... not one single scratch, not one sign that anything had happened, just nothing. Those massive corners do their job, is all I have to say...
Hoping the case for this device is as reliable.
I can highly recommend this case, after two weeks of using, it has been nothing but good to my sweet note. The case and the stand feel sturdy, and when the note is my bag, the cover protects the screen...good stuff and a hell of a lot cheaper than the otter box.
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just received mine today. this case is perfect but i am wondering how come the front cover which acts as a kickstand has a big hole that we will display the name samsung. i find it weird and find the hole redundant.
any thoughts?
When you put the cover on the back, the hole is a cutout for the camera.
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When you put the cover on the back, the hole is a cutout for the camera.
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yup i know but still find it funny as that hole will trap dust over a period of time.
Just picked up this case. It's very nice. Good tight fit and solid all around. I had the poetic revolution case for one day and tossed it. Pure junk IMO.
mictek said:
Just picked up this case. It's very nice. Good tight fit and solid all around. I had the poetic revolution case for one day and tossed it. Pure junk IMO.
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Has anyone noticed the case puts too much pressure on the back of the tablet. This is causing white spots to appear on the screen. Looks like LCD mura, but goes away when you take the case off. I've sent Ballistic an email, maybe mine is defective.
No I haven't experienced this...
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No I haven't experienced this...
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It's hard to notice on mine, but on a white background you can see it. Thanks for the reply.
Has it scratched your phone on the sides?! I just got one(with the purple front). Classy looking case and I love the sound enhancement! Not sure I like the way it "feels" in my hand, though. Feels a little "rough" and that has made me worry that it might be scratching the phone inside the case?! I only had it on the phone for an evening because of it. I like the case and want to use it!
So, if you have the case, SPEAK UP!!!!!
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No scratches for me (also using a purple eclipse), the aluminum rim has some foam padding on the interior, so that should reduce the risk of scratching.
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Has it scratched your phone on the sides?! I just got one(with the purple front). Classy looking case and I love the sound enhancement! Not sure I like the way it "feels" in my hand, though. Feels a little "rough" and that has made me worry that it might be scratching the phone inside the case?! I only had it on the phone for an evening because of it. I like the case and want to use it!
So, if you have the case, SPEAK UP!!!!!
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I have the black Eclipse.
No scratches on the phone after months of use.
The case got pretty banged up when I dropped the phone from about five feet onto concrete.
Thanks for the replies!!! Now I just have to get used to how it feels in my hand!
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I have the case and loved it for awhile, but I rely on GPS often and noticed with the case on I don't get a lock. Makes me regret the investment.
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Thanks for the replies!!! Now I just have to get used to how it feels in my hand!
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I bought a knockoff case and had no scratches. The kickstand snapped off and it made it easier to grip afterwards. I switch between this case and a minisuit bumper
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