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Video Review: Diztronic Matte Black TPU Case

Hey fellas,
Got my hands on the new Diztronic matte black TPU case and wanted to bring a full review to you all. This is a flexible TPU case as the name states, with a slight matte coating which adds good grip and repels unwanted fingerprints. The ports and cutouts are perfect, lining up well. The front is protected by a slight lay on the table design, featuring a contrasting glossy coating. This is an extremely high quality product, but is very affordable too, at only $12.50
Check out the full video review below for more info;

Thanks for taking the time to post a review. Very well done. I have been contemplating getting this case for a few weeks. This helped me get a better look at it.
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enjoyed your videos for the galaxy nexus. nice to see you continuing to do these kind of informative videos.

Loving the case so far. Very well made, look good and minimalistic.

Cheers guys! Thanks for the feedback

Always enjoy your reviews, man. Started watching you when I had a Gnex.

Great review... Mine should be here in sunny Vegas tomorrow!

SefEXE said:
Always enjoy your reviews, man. Started watching you when I had a Gnex.
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nearly a year gone now! thanks for the support

I just received mine today and it is nicer than the one I bought for my galaxy nexus. That one was a good design but full of burrs around the edges. I melted them but that turned the area from matte to glossy. Its not really a knock against diztronic but rather a bad batch. I know cruzer and diztronic use the same factory (their own designs of course). Happily this one is awesome. Dulls the look of the phone a but fit finish and build quality as well as design are very nice. The design of the covered buttons is a really nice touch. Basically there is a raised dot inside the case over the button areas to give you a nice quality click when you use the buttons. This is pretty unique in my experience with tpu, as button feel is usually awful unless they are cut out completely.
My only question is whether my best skins ever protector will work with this case. This phone is getting replaced and has no protector, but these large lip type tpu cases tend to peel screen protectors unless they are "case fit." Can anyone confirm whether the protector peels up with this case?
I know diztronic does not recommend wet type unless case fit but I'd like to know from someone who actually has one of those bse protectors.
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Jayrod1980 said:
I just received mine today and it is nicer than the one I bought for my galaxy nexus. That one was a good design but full of burrs around the edges. I melted them but that turned the area from matte to glossy. Its not really a knock against diztronic but rather a bad batch. I know cruzer and diztronic use the same factory (their own designs of course). Happily this one is awesome. Dulls the look of the phone a but fit finish and build quality as well as design are very nice. The design of the covered buttons is a really nice touch. Basically there is a raised dot inside the case over the button areas to give you a nice quality click when you use the buttons. This is pretty unique in my experience with tpu, as button feel is usually awful unless they are cut out completely.
My only question is whether my best skins ever protector will work with this case. This phone is getting replaced and has no protector, but these large lip type tpu cases tend to peel screen protectors unless they are "case fit." Can anyone confirm whether the protector peels up with this case?
I know diztronic does not recommend wet type unless case fit but I'd like to know from someone who actually has one of those bse protectors.
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I had the initial batch of XG and then sent me a second batch. The second batch seems smaller and because of that, the case fits right over it. You have to maneuver it a tad to fall on top of the SP. I haven't used BSE since my Nexus One days lol, good SP too!

Ploone said:
Hey fellas,
Got my hands on the new Diztronic matte black TPU case and wanted to bring a full review to you all. This is a flexible TPU case as the name states, with a slight matte coating which adds good grip and repels unwanted fingerprints. The ports and cutouts are perfect, lining up well. The front is protected by a slight lay on the table design, featuring a contrasting glossy coating. This is an extremely high quality product, but is very affordable too, at only $12.50
Check out the full video review below for more info;
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Thanks for the review

Rear Speaker cutout is a little off. Overall, I'm very impressed with it.

galaxys said:
Great review... Mine should be here in sunny Vegas tomorrow!
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nice man! you should head down to the Chipotle on Las Vegas Blvd and Warm springs to celebrate! you'll love this case.

Cruzerlite Bugdroid Circuit Written+Video Review

$12.99- Cruzerlite Bugdroid Case
This case is $12.90 and comes in many colors: smoke, red, pink, orange, blue, purple, teal, green, clear, and black. If you want to check the cases out go ahead and check the description for a link to Amazon.
Design
The first thing I noticed about this case is that installation is a breeze. The back has a nice modern design. Side by side the Diztronic TPU, the Cruzerlite looks much classier. The grey case and black phone gives you a nice contrast, especially with the silver buttons.
On the back we see a grey color, transparent “circuits”, and Cruzerlite branding. On the top we see a cut out for the 8 megapixel camera and on the bottom we see a cut out for the speakers. The Nexus logo and LG are both noticeable through the back of the case.
One of my favorite features is that it won’t attract any pocket lint and you can wipe away any residue. The case is a little slippery in the hand, but it isn’t too noticeable.
Protection
One of the benefits to the Cruzerlite case is that it has a lip, which protects the display from damage when placed or dropped face first. This case won’t protect the Nexus 4 from big drops, but it’s shock absorbent and will protect from minor nicks and bumps.
Final Verdict
The final veridct is that for $12.90 this is one of the best TPUs on the market. The modern unique design gives it a much better look than other competing cases and the grippy back is definitely a plus. With tons of different colors to choose from, you can’t go wrong with the Cruzerlite Bugdroid case. However, if this case isn’t for you, be sure to check out my reviews of the Poetic Atmosphere and Diztronic TPU.

Is the entire thing TPU or is the back a different material?
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Jaxidian said:
Is the entire thing TPU or is the back a different material?
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The back is more of a sold piece and the lip is rubber like.
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Nxxx said:
The back is more of a sold piece and the lip is rubber like.
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will this and the other cruzerlite case be put on the master list?

Droidguy987 said:
will this and the other cruzerlite case be put on the master list?
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Yes. I'm putting them up now.

Here is pictures of the black one. I have another one I might put on eBay since I don't need two black cases. They sent me one for free for the bs shipping problems I had with them.
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Is the finish on the back matte/grippy? Or does it feel smooth and plasticky?

smanthrav said:
Is the finish on the back matte/grippy? Or does it feel smooth and plasticky?
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The back looks to be a matte finish but idk if its grippy. You just feel the groves from the design and it feels smooth more then anything. But i think it feels pretty good overall.
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s10shane said:
The back looks to be a matte finish but idk if its grippy. You just feel the groves from the design and it feels smooth more then anything. But i think it feels pretty good overall.
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I agree with this. The case is neither slippery nor grippy.

here are some more pics. this is the smoked version.

I'm interested in this case, does nfc work with this case on?

Yep, I have the clear one and the quality is great. NFC works just fine (use it every day as a car dock)
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Body Glove Nova case review

I searched and didn't see a review for this case. I picked it up yesterday at T-Mobile I had a Ringke Slim prior to this case, I liked the Ringke Slim but I am so paranoid about dropping my phone and not having enough protection, primarily the top and bottom and the corners of the phone.
The Body Glove offers full protection for the Nexus 4. The case is a hybrid hard/soft case. The inside of the case is a "durable gel material" which extends out to the outer edges of the case so that if the phone drops face down it won't land on the glass. There is also gel material on the outside of the case covering the power and volume buttons as well as the back of the case for some slightly added grip and so when the case is placed down the hard plastic won't be touching whatever its laying on.
The case feels rather good in the hand as it does not add any significant weight or thickness to the phone which is awesome. Body Glove did a great job on keeping the ergonomics of the phone while the case is on. My only real complaint is Body Glove could have added more grip to the case. The little groves they added to the back of the case helps some but I think it would help with grip more if the groves were vertical and not horizontal.
Will add more pics of the case on the phone as well as comparison pics of the Ringke Slim.
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My review is that it looks hideous.

Great review!!! It really don't look bad in person but I dont think any case really looks great anyway, to each their own I guess.

I also own this case and I have to say it's amazing, I feel like my phone is very protected and looks great. I was looking on amazon for weeks for a good case but I felt everything else was really cheep, the nova is a great looking high quality case and I wouldn't get anything else!

it looks stromtrooper-ish

they have an all black version if this particular one doesn't suit your taste. http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-BODY-GL...969187?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item23284cada3

Sad tht in India, we have less choice to get accessories , as I have got the phone through relative living in India.

I picked up the same case and I love it. Buttons feel good. Full all around protection. Color choice was pink or white and that's the only draw back imo
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This case looks so nice , im debating on getting the black one or the white. Op could you post more pics of the case on your phone please?
Would like to see pictures of the black case if someone has gotten it yet.

I just ordered the black one from daydeal. Com 22.99 free shipping. I'll post pics once I get it.
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unciviilized said:
This case looks so nice , im debating on getting the black one or the white. Op could you post more pics of the case on your phone please?
Would like to see pictures of the black case if someone has gotten it yet.
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I just picked this up today. So far it fits great and the buttons feel good I just wish the edges weren't as boxy.
Anyways I took some pictures for you. The one with the screen turned on shows what looks like white splotches around the edge, but that's a reflection of something because the case shows some chrome on top and bottom. I couldn't get good lighting and the tablets camera sucks with no flash.
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This case is just like the seidio active just with better fit due to more structure from the shell. The seidio is nice but doesn't have enough points of grip making the silicone underneath move a lot and letting in dust and particles.
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strapped365 said:
I just picked this up today. So far it fits great and the buttons feel good I just wish the edges weren't as boxy.
Anyways I took some pictures for you. The one with the screen turned on shows what looks like white splotches around the edge, but that's a reflection of something because the case shows some chrome on top and bottom. I couldn't get good lighting and the tablets camera sucks with no flash.
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Where did you get the white from. On ebay and Amazon the only ones available are the black ones.

NLPUNITED said:
Where did you get the white from. On ebay and Amazon the only ones available are the black ones.
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T-Mobile right up the street. They are 32 bucks and some change
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Can anyone compare it to the Ballistic case?
Does it give more protection?is the quality better?thanks

Thanks to all providing pictures.
How do the buttons feel ?
The inner silicone gel case looks thinner than similar dual layer cases (and i presume it cannot be separated from the outer shell as well) . Does it feel like it will give enough protection for a 4/5 ft concrete fall ?

Ooooh! This case is nice! I wish I would've bought this before I bought my Ringke Fusion.

Vaaz said:
Thanks to all providing pictures.
How do the buttons feel ?
The inner silicone gel case looks thinner than similar dual layer cases (and i presume it cannot be separated from the outer shell as well) . Does it feel like it will give enough protection for a 4/5 ft concrete fall ?
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The buttons feel great and still click.

NLPUNITED said:
Where did you get the white from. On ebay and Amazon the only ones available are the black ones.
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I think the white one can only be bought directly at a tmobile store.

The black one is really nice, had a plain black body glove for my HTC one s the same kind and it had great protection I really recommend the body glove ones
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TPU case recommendations?

I already have the diztronic tpu case, and its great except for the matte finish. The phone actually has less grip with the case on.
Are their any tpu cases out there with the same style as the diztronic but with a finish that actually provides some grip with still making the buttons easy to use?
the s-line case I bought ages ago has a nice grip to it but the buttons are a nightmare on that thing.
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Kindatired said:
I already have the diztronic tpu case, and its great except for the matte finish. The phone actually has less grip with the case on.
Are their any tpu cases out there with the same style as the diztronic but with a finish that actually provides some grip with still making the buttons easy to use?
the s-line case I bought ages ago has a nice grip to it but the buttons are a nightmare on that thing.
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Doesn't diztronic have a glossy one?

I haven't tried it but a lot if folks like the Mercury cases.
Tpu, cut outs for the buttons and pretty grippy. My wife has one for her gs3 and loves it.
Here's a link to the white model. There are loads of colors.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AOW8ILC/ref=mw_dp_img?is=l
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You could also try amzer's soft tpu range. I'm using the pure black one really grippy and buttons are easy to use.
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I have a S-line one, it works great but I retired it for a bumper. There are grippy surfaces on both sides and the buttons are easy to press. It's a semi glossy and matte finish.
I can probably give it to you if you're from Singapore.

tiru.adi13 said:
You could also try amzer's soft tpu range. I'm using the pure black one really grippy and buttons are easy to use.
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Do they provide any genuine protection...? Or they seem like some cheap roadside stuff...? I saw flipkart having a lot of those but I never heard anyone recommend them...can u provide some info...? And a few pics too, if its not too much to ask...
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I highly suggest the tpu cases made by mercury. It has a nice grip to it (unless your hands are moist), with a beautiful finish.
There are cutouts for the buttons which is very easy to access.
I currently own both the diztronic and mercury cases, and I personally prefer the diztronic for its grip and ease of button use, and mercury for there nice range of colors and design.
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crownua6 said:
I highly suggest the tpu cases made by mercury. It has a nice grip to it (unless your hands are moist), with a beautiful finish.
There are cutouts for the buttons which is very easy to access.
I currently own both the diztronic and mercury cases, and I personally prefer the diztronic for its grip and ease of button use, and mercury for there nice range of colors and design.
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Can u leave a link to mercury cases u talked about...?
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Can u leave a link to mercury cases u talked about...?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2119890

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Can u leave a link to mercury cases u talked about...?
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All colors here:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AOW8ICQ/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

punitthereddevil said:
Can u leave a link to mercury cases u talked about...?
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$5.99 shipped.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/111021893842?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

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Do they provide any genuine protection...? Or they seem like some cheap roadside stuff...? I saw flipkart having a lot of those but I never heard anyone recommend them...can u provide some info...? And a few pics too, if its not too much to ask...
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They do protect pretty well and will protect your screen to because there's a lip on the front. Pics I will upload a little later (sorry! I m out of town).
If you're looking for a good strong protective case then the amzers are good but they don't look all that good though....
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Well I got the A2 from cruzerlite (had one from on my one X) and out of driztronic, s-line and A2 the A2 wins.
The driztronic feels like it would offer more protection if the phone was dropped, but you would probably need that extra protection considering the finish they put on it is so slippery that you will be dropping it all time.
So while the cruzerlite does feel a bit thinner it just feels way better in the hand. The button cutouts are the perfect size making it easy to access, and while the buttons on the driztronic case were covered they did give a nice click when pushed. I just found the buttons were too flush with the case making it hard to feel were to push.
I will probably grab one of the mercury cases next just to compare all three of the "good" tpu cases out there.
As for the s-line, it might depend in who you get it from as the molds might be different from different places, but I got so fed up with the buttons on that case that I cut them out myself. What I found was the button covers on the case don't even line up with the buttons properly.
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Boxwave TPU: http://amzn.com/B000GGBDF4
just received it and here's my c&p from my amazon review:
Simple, and great looking case that fully protects your nexus 4. The back is a matte finish, while the sides and front are a gloss material which help with grip. The buttons are covered and molded, which give it a high quality look and they feel good to press. The camera/speaker/charger/headphone cutouts are perfect and there's no branding on the case. This case is much better than the diztronic I have, which has a big ugly logo on the back, hard to press buttons, and hard to grip.
+1 Also forgot to mention the front lip on the boxwave isn't as tall as the diztronic. With the diztronic I had a hard time touching the edges of the screen

Opinions on TPU cases

Hey guys,
I'm considering buying a TPU case for my N4. Which ones do you recommend and why? I'm also especially interested in how much width they add. The OEM bumper case makes the phone too big for my hands.
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jordonwii said:
Hey guys,
I'm considering buying a TPU case for my N4. Which ones do you recommend and why? I'm also especially interested in how much width they add. The OEM bumper case makes the phone too big for my hands.
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I said that too when I first got my bumper and then tried it a second time and resold it again. Won a white OEM one and hasn't come off yet.
I suggest the Ringke Fusion, but you may not like fingerprints on the back of that. Also cruzerlite has some nice cases as well. Also Diztronic tpu cases are nice if you are looking for a plain jane tpu.

The Diztronic case is great. It barely adds any thickness to the phone. While not TPU, I'm also digging the Body Glove case. Laterally, it doesn't add much thickness, but it's a little beefier on the back which might be a good thing with the glass and all. Both cases have raised edges which allows you to put the phone face-down if that's ever a concern.

I have the Diztronic TPU on mine and my girls. She has dropped it numerous times and not a scratch on it.

Mercury 6$ case, it's nice as I have one for a note 2. The note 2 is more snug versus this one however, this one has lips on the sides to protect the screen.
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I must be the only one who thinks the diztronics tpu case is a pile if crap. Cutouts don't like up on either of the two I've had. Went in the garbage
I use the.bumper, and the body glove case when I am doing something where I need more protection
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I have the this one: Ringke Fusion. It adds very little to the bulk of the phone, whilst protecting the back.

I also like the Mercury case ..the look and feel is great.
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I must be the only one who thinks the diztronics tpu case is a pile if crap. Cutouts don't like up on either of the two I've had. Went in the garbage
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You must've had bad luck with it then.. the cutouts on mine are perfect. What I do dislike though are the buttons, which are a bit hard to press and feel mushy.
I still haven't seen a case that I like 100%. Every single one makes it either look a lot cheaper, adds too much bulk or doesn't offer enough protection. But.. well, nothing you can really do, I guess

I have the official bumper, rinke fusion, poetic borderline. I can say using Ringke fusion brings the feeling of a solid phone. Using the official bumper adds a width for the phone. In the poetic borderline i didn't feel any bulk at all. That's my experience about those cases. I consider the back design in choosing a case cause i wanna let others can see the beauty of N4.

dijonemon said:
I have the this one: Ringke Fusion. It adds very little to the bulk of the phone, whilst protecting the back.
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Mine arrived this afternoon and I love it. Can't wait for my skin for the back to arrive so it can feel safe and look sexy.

Official Bumper, Diztronic, a two part mesh case, etc and my FAVORITE is the Cruzerlite Bugdroid case in Smoke. You can see Nexus through the back of the case, not much width added at all and with the Bugdroid pattern carved into the back it offers much needed slip out of the hand protection. Cut outs are perfect also.

I've only tried the diztronic and I highly recommend it. Doesn't look like anything special or nice but in terms of protection it works. I've dropped my phone many times with it on and no scratches or dents or anything. Also the cutouts on mine are perfect.. There is a whole thread on it here I believe. I do wish the beautiful back wasn't covered though.. ringke fusion might be better in that sense.

I've gone through a few cases and settled on this one. My fave case so far, offers great protection and fits over the iloome tempered glass screen protector, unlike the Ringke Fusion.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A06Z41E/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1