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[Review] Rearth: Ringke Inspire 4G Case

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Rearth sent over to my offices the next line of slim cases for the Inspire 4G (other phones available from their online store at Rearth USA | Go ahead, judge us by the cover!), the Ringke Slim Case.
Just looking at the case gave me some doubts that this was just another ordinary eBay knock off. I was pretty wrong about that. The Rearth slim case is made of high end silicone that hugs your phone like nothing else.
Even the design and cut outs are made to be spot on. Not being intrusive to the design of the HTC Inspire 4G, the case is warm and welcoming.
The high end silicone is something to be desired. It allows for great grip around the phone entirely and fits it like a glove. If anything was to come close to this case as far as slim, it would be the Otterbox's. Nothing against the OB cases, but this is something better for those who don't like carrying around too much bulk.
For the money, it runs for $16.99. The Rearth Ringke slim case is well made and not bad for the price. Definitely a worth buy if your looking for quality, price and a nice slim cover for your phone.
Below are some images of how it compares in size to the OB Defender case.

I'm waiting for Rearth to send me their silicon case for review.
I'm currently using the Otterbox Commuter and Body Glove case so I'm interested in seeing how Rearth stacks up to those 2.

How's it affect GPS?

maybe your gps chip is bad?
How does it protect the camera?

churro7 said:
maybe your gps chip is bad?
How does it protect the camera?
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Gps works great without a case. Put on the tpu case and accuracy will go from 15 feet to 30 feet instantly, outside. Inside, will go from 30 feet to 200 feet .
It definitely doesn't like some cases.

i have a tpu and a snap on and it does not affect gps

Didn't want to make a separate thread so here goes ....
Just received my aqua black Ringke case from RearthUSA. Right off the bat I’m surprisingly pleased at the build quality. It’s perfect fitting in every sense of the word, a high quality silicon that feels very durable with a nice grip finish that gives you the added comfort that it won’t slip out of your hand that easily. The cut outs are precise and the extra lip around the camera lens provides added protection. This is arguably one of the best silicone cases I’ve ever used.
With all that said though, I personally am not a fan of silicon cases because of the overall flimsiness. While it does provide a nice snug fit, the sides are too easy to peel back which allows for all types of debris to accumulate and I’m also weary of how much protection it'll provide in case of a drop. Overall I’d have to give it a B+, not because of the quality, but because silicone is limited in how much protection it can provide.
If you’re a fan of silicone cases, this is definitely the Cabernet Sauvignon of the group.

Mine was shipped. Hopefully have it by the end of the week. Wanted orange, but it wasn't available.
Edit, I can't find a case I like. This will be my 6th case for my inspire. I went through about the same for my iPhone 4.

I got my case today, but they sent me a case for the Nexus S, I emailed Chuck to let him know I will review the case once they send out the right one. This has been a struggle, they sent the first one out and apparently they didn't put the right address or something because it got sent back to them, so they asked for my address again, and I got the case this time but the wrong one as I indicated, I guess we'll get it reviewed eventually

shawn1224 said:
If you’re a fan of silicone cases, this is definitely the Cabernet Sauvignon of the group.
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Funny you mention that, I'm in Wine and Redwood country here in Mendocino County

I've grown accustomed to the case since I've gotten it. i can't switch back. It feels no natural to have in your pocket, your hand. its an amazing piece of material/product.

homescrub said:
I've grown accustomed to the case since I've gotten it. i can't switch back. It feels no natural to have in your pocket, your hand. its an amazing piece of material/product.
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I agree! Only time will tell how it will protect against major drops, but so far mine is holding up great! I fell reasonably protected with the case and ZAGG screen protector.

I really like mine, but it gives me the same GPS problems as other cases do. The only case I have that doesn't cause GPS issues is the Seido Innocase.
I think there is something wrong with my phone, but at&t will not swap it out for me.

MY REVIEW
OK so I've had this case on my phone for a few days now and this is what I think of it.
BUILD/CUT QUALITY:***
This case is definitely well made, it is cut to perfection. It covers all the corners well and is cut perfectly around the speakers, mic, charger, headphone jack INDIVIDUALLY which is big for me since many covers just cut a big hole around the camera/speaker in the back and the mic/charger/3.5mm jack leaving too much exposed area for dirt to get in and wear away the case. The silicone hybrid that it is made of is definitely better than any out right now and hugs the phone perfectly, it even has a small lip to keep my screen off the surface. That being said it is still a silicone case not a TPU case so it is definitely softer and may not do as good a job of protecting the phone in case of a short drop, and only time will tell if it succumbs to the classic stretching of silicone cases.
Accessibility:*****
This case is perfect as far as accessibility goes. All port are easily accessible, the usb port has plenty room for any cable. The fact that all ports and holes are cut individually means that the 3.5 is cut with a small area around it for ure headphones. though all of my headphone jacks fit just fine some people with large or oddly shaped jacks may have trouble. All the buttons are covered but the case is soft enough that it takes no extra effort to press them, unlike the TPU case I had that was quite stiff and made pressing the buttons a bit annoying.
LOOKS AND FEEL:****
This feels amazingly natural. It is not rubbery and slides in and out of my pocket as easily as the real thing. The fact that It is so thin and snug is also a plus because it adds no bulk. As far as looks go I think its kinda cool that they indented the back cover ares and flash to keep that natural look, but personally I'm not entirely digging the flat look for my phone I think I would have preferred a little more gloss.
FINAL THOUGHTS :****
This case is definitely higher quality than the silicone case/hard case fishbone that i got first which stretched and ripped in the corners after a few months. This case is also better cut and has a better lip than the TPU I just took off my phone. The only thing I really wonder is how durable it since it's in its own category being thicker than silicone yet thinner than TPU. There is no better test than the test of time but from what I've seen so far I'm hopeful this case will be with me for a while.

too bad the noise cancelling mic is covered up by this case.

I've switched back to my Otterbox case. Only reason is because after a lot of use, the Ringke case starts to sag, and the phone becomes loose inside the case, leaving about .1mm of space. I personally don't like having a loose slip cover for a phone, and it becomes annoying.

Same here, I have since tossed mine in the trash and stuck with the Otterbox Commuter case. I dropped my phone with the Ringke case on and my phone chipped right above the flash lens. I didn't even notice it until I removed the Ringke case to clean it, I was so mad.
That would have never happened with Otterbox

Yoobao TPU+PC Case Review

Hi guys, I just wanted to give my review on the case that I've finally settled on! It took me forever to finally decide on a case, but I finally made my choice and I couldn't be happier. I originally had the Silicone case from the T-Mobile store, but that case just wasn't to my liking.
Up first is the link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/YOOBAO-TPU-case-Skin-Cover-HTC-Sensation-4G-Z710e-/220837531137?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item336af14e01
Nice price for a high quality case for sure. Item took me 9 days to get from the time I ordered it, which isn't at all bad considering it ships from Hong Kong and I'm in California.
The breakdown: this is a lightweight case (AKA not a competitor to the Case Mate Tough and similar heavy-duty cases) that is made out of 2 materials. It is both TPU and Polycarbonate (plastic). The parts that are plastic are where the 2 wedge-shaped pieces on the back of the phone are (above and below the swoosh).
My review: my primary reason for getting a new case was because the T-Mobile gel case was too loose. It felt like a pair of baggy pants on a skinny kid (Take it from a skinny person that that feeling is really uncomfortable). First up is the packaging:
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Nice packaging, comes with a screen protector and cloth inside (I haven't put the screen protector on yet so I'll report on that later). The most noticeable things about the packaging are the comical errors in grammar and spelling, but I couldn't care less about that when I like the product .
I read good things about TPU cases being much tighter than Silicone, and the Yoobao case is certainly a good example of that. Out of the box, it is much more resistant to flexing and takes a bit of an effort to actually put the phone into. BIG plus for me. It's very form fitting and tight on the phone. It's also a thin case, which was instantly noticeable because in the hand it feels more like a naked Sensation than the T-Mob case did. That's not to say it provides no protection, because the combination of TPU and PC makes it feel quite strong for a thin case. Also, let's be honest that most people looking for thin TPU cases aren't looking for the most hardcore in protection. I'm sure the Yoobao will do fine in minor drop situations.
The cutouts on this case are close to perfection.
The headphones jack is fine for the headphones I use. It's about the same size that the cutout on the T-Mob case is.
The cutouts on the top half. As you can see, Yoobao included cutouts for every place where they are needed. 2 things I really like here: the first, that the cutouts are perfectly placed (the mic holes are perfectly centered in each cutout, which is rare), the second, that there is a separate cutout for the camera and the flash. Most cases have one big hole for both the camera and the flash, and the fact that this has individual cutouts exudes quality.
Cutouts at the bottom. This is a pretty bad picture because the mic holes are better centered than the pic makes it look like. Again, nice that they have individual cutouts.
Terrible picture, I know, but I just wanted to show that even the bottom mic hole has a cutout (which like the others is perfectly aligned).
This is the ONLY thing I don't like about the case. While (looking at the cutout from this orientation) the left and right sides of the cutout provide plenty of space, the top part is just barely too thick.
As you can see from the bump, it's just a little too tight for the charger. It's still easy to get the charger in, it's just that it pushes the TPU up right there.
It's a very minor issue, and I'm sure you could easily take a knife to it to make it fit better. This is legitimately the only thing I would change about this case.
The looks:
The looks of this case were probably the main reason I chose it over others. I personally wanted a light case that preserves the looks of the naked Sensation as much as possible, and I don't think you can do any better than this case. I obviously went with the black model, but there is also a white model. The TPU is translucent, and in decent light the case is a dark smoked color (it's really only in low light that it looks completely black). Really sexy color, and it's awesome that you can see the htc logo on the back. The other main case I looked at was the Qubits one that is very popular, but I liked how the Yoobao allows you to see the actual swoosh and htc on the back, rather than an opaque black swoosh that merely imitates the phone. The plastic pieces are so well done that they look just like the phone underneath.
I thought that this picture demonstrated how smooth the transition is from PC to TPU. It's really only a transition that you can feel; you can't see it because it's so smooth.
Other things to note:
The TPU comes up over the lip around the phone like most cases do. It's thin, so when you place the phone face down the screen is just barely off the surface. I didn't include this as a negative thing because I don't have any personal experiences with other cases other than the T-Mob one (which definitely does provide a bigger lip), and I've also heard that TPU cases don't give as much a lip as Silicone cases do.
The power button is harder to press down, but I also didn't include this as a negative because I've heard the same about many TPU cases. The volume rocker also takes a little bit more effort. Both of them are covered by clear TPU that isn't smoked, so it's kinda cool that they are showing off the metal pieces on the phone.
It's not as grippy as a pure silicone case because it can slide around a bit on the plastic parts. I personally think it's grippy enough and enjoy how easy it is to slide in my pants.
Summary: this case is about as good as a lightweight case can get. If you aren't looking for hardcore protection, I absolutely recommend the Yoobao case. It looks great, feels great, adds minimal bulk, fits tightly, and has near-perfect cutouts. IMO no other case out there does a better job of preserving the Sensation's design, and no other case can match how well done the cutouts other than the USB cutout are. I might buy another one just to have an extra because I like it so much. If you have any questions, feel free to let me know.

It's just like any other tpu "twill design" cases. It's just branded that's all.
Nice review. I got one that is unbranded. Don't use it no more.

nicky041192 said:
It's just like any other tpu "twill design" cases. It's just branded that's all.
Nice review. I got one that is unbranded. Don't use it no more.
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Actually its not, yeah, it might be kind of similar but imo this design is much better. The twill design does go over the top and bottom of the phone
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Xcor3 said:
Actually its not, yeah, it might be kind of similar but imo this design is much better. The twill design does go over the top and bottom of the phone
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Ahh just noticed the difference. The matte covers the top and the bottom where the Yoobao doesn't.
Does the screen protector cover the whole front glass? or just he visible screen?

Sorry to hijack your thread but I do have a white one for sale for weeks but one person asked about it and never followed through. The one I have was never used. I just put it on for testing purposes, but ended up not using it. The fs thread is in the marketplace here or you can PM me for details. I don't want to detract the thread by posting pics and such .
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Great detailed review my friend!

can't link yet, but go to amazon.com and type in "HTC SENSATION 4G / SENSATION XE GEL SKIN CASE"
is this suppose to be the same case??

I just got these case myself last week. I love the fact that it fits inside my OEM HTC Leather case. I had to apply little shoe stretch on the sides. But the phone fits perfectly. I was considering the expensive Seidio case and holster...but the Yoobao TPU & Screensaver and the OEM leather case were a great deal at about $20 shipped total on ebay.

nicky041192 said:
Ahh just noticed the difference. The matte covers the top and the bottom where the Yoobao doesn't.
Does the screen protector cover the whole front glass? or just he visible screen?
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Not sure what you're talking about. The Yoobao case covers the top and bottom just like any other case (it wraps around the front at all sides, providing a lip around the whole phone just like most other cases). And I haven't tried the screen protector yet.

Great Review!
I actually was considering this case, but the Yoobao was a big turn off for me. Has anyone found a way to cover up/scratch it off?

I am sure Goof off would take it off.
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Fr3sh2De4th said:
Great Review!
I actually was considering this case, but the Yoobao was a big turn off for me. Has anyone found a way to cover up/scratch it off?
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buy one without yooboo on it. search for 'twill gel case'

I must add something, the screen protector that comes with this Yoobao cover fits the screen a 100% and with a little heat and dust free environment applies perfectly.
I just receive mine today and quickly put the OtterBox Commuter in my drawer.
I must thanks the OP, this is an awesome purchase.

This case is awesome. Thanks OP for the find!

cmarti said:
I must add something, the screen protector that comes with this Yoobao cover fits the screen a 100% and with a little heat and dust free environment applies perfectly.
I just receive mine today and quickly put the OtterBox Commuter in my drawer.
I must thanks the OP, this is an awesome purchase.
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I know I said I was going to do an update when I installed the screen protector; obviously I put that off for a long time. Anyways I did install it and it's exactly like you describe. Applied incredibly easily, no bubbles, fits perfectly, and it even has a little bit of a cutout for the light sensor. Awesome screen protector to complement an equally awesome case.
Just wanted to give this a little bump to update and for others to see this review who haven't yet.

I bought this case; did anyone try removing the yoobao logo with goo-off? if not, i'll guess i'll be the 1st one to try since i bought a clear(white) case and have a white beats back case to go with it....

KingP1n said:
I bought this case; did anyone try removing the yoobao logo with goo-off? if not, i'll guess i'll be the 1st one to try since i bought a clear(white) case and have a white beats back case to go with it....
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I've had past success with goo gone. The goo off is the more paint thinner smelling than the goo gone right? I recently took off the Aprolink logo from my hybrid case.
The goo gone is the one that smells like citrus. I use that stuff to take off adhesives from car finishes as well.

Diztronic Matte Black TPU Case Mini Review

http://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1090499-diztronic-matte-black-tpu-case/
Mini Review of the Diztronic Matte Black TPU Case:
You receive a screen protector and cleaning cloth with the case. The screen protector doesn't appear to be a great fit, no idea about the quality and how it affects the screen overall. The cleaning cloth seems pretty good
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This case is very thin, it is slightly thinner than the TPU gel case, about 1mm is added to the S.
Diztronic case on the left, TPU gel case in the middle and the Tough case on the right:
Diztronic case on the left and the One S "naked" on the right:
The case looks great, in some ways the glossy front half of the case looks rather good with the back half a charcoal matte back (it is the exact same colour as the black S). Personally I would have preferred the front to have been the same colour/finish, however, the back is very smooth and not grippy at all, it has the least amount of grip compared to the other cases I own, I would say it has a more "slippy" feel than the ceramic back of the Black One S as well, where as the glossy black front half of the case is grippy, so you will have no problems picking the mobile up and when holding it firmly around the edges you should be safe enough, so in some ways the black glossy part is a requirement.
You have cut outs for the following:
- 3.5mm audio jack and the mic on the top of the S
- Mic on the bottom
- Power/Lock button
- USB port
- Speaker and Camera on the back
The edges of the cut outs have a nice rounded finish and look "smooth".
In terms of the "fit", overall it is excellent, however, at the bottom of the front it is just a mm too short. It is pretty much the same as the TPU gel case for "tightness", although I found the Diztronic case slightly easier to fit.
You can see (only when you look closely though) and feel some rough seam edges where the matte and glossy black parts meet, more so on the volume buttons (although the volume buttons have only the matte finish), but compared to the £3 TPU gel case, it is much better! There is one spot, which is particularly bad though, on the bottom left of the case:
The great thing about this case is that you have a cut out for the power/lock button The TPU gel case was too tight around that area and also the volume buttons are much better, easier to press and have good feedback when pressed, still not as good as the Tough Case though and obviously when the S is "naked". It is easy to identify the volume buttons without looking compared to the TPU gel case.
The camera lens is below the surface and the case covers the edges on the front and adds a very tiny amount to the front so that there is a a raised edge for when the mobile is placed flat down on a surface to stop the screen touching the desk surface, it is slightly less than what the TPU gel case added.
Regarding finger prints, sticky patches and greasy looking marks, I don't think this is going to be a problem at all with this case due to the matte back and just how smooth it is. So far I have yet to see any finger prints etc. And if there is, you will only notice them under extreme lighting conditions and when looking at the case from certain angles.
It is more "comfortable" to hold the S with the Diztronic case rather than the S "naked", however, it doesn't "feel" as nice to touch/hold as the ceramic back on the S.
The case feels and looks much better than the TPU gel case, overall it has a higher quality feel and look to it.
The minimal/clean design for the front of the S is still hidden/ruined slightly, as expected, unfortunately as I said before this will be the same for every case that covers all the edges, only the rock/nillkin/case mate barely there cases would keep the front looking pretty minimal/clean, but they don't offer any protection around the top or bottom.
As for protection/durability, I would say that the case would do a good job protecting the mobile from normal drops and the standard scratches etc. however, a drop onto solid concrete etc. from a good height could damage the mobile i.e. crack the screen as their isn't enough thickness to the case like there is with the Tough case and there would be no shock absorption either. But for daily use, I would say it is perfectly fine. However, this case would show scruff marks on the corners/back when dropped onto concrete etc.
All in all, the case is very good especially considering the price (£8), highly recommend it to everyone especially if you are looking for a case to cover all edges but with little bulk.
IMO there isn't a better case out for the One S that covers all edges whilst adding little bulk and looking as nice overall, especially the lovely smooth matte back even though it isn't grippy
Pros:
- protection for all edges
- nice cut out for the power/lock button
- good feedback for the volume buttons, easy to identify and to activate the buttons
- nice finish/looks overall
- comfortable to hold
- Also receive a cleaning cloth and screen protector
- resistant to finger prints, greasy marks and sticky patches etc.
- price
Disadvantage:
- no grip at all on the matte back
Thanks for reading and I hope this review has been helpful and as always any questions, ask away

I was dying for someone to review this case.
Next check I'm getting this case then a Personalized Andy CruzerLite case.
Thank you.
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No problem

i woulda done the review if i knew ppl were waiting on it too!
i got the same exact case and i love it. super cheap!
dropped the phone on CEMENT from chest high and it hit the bottom corner and saved my ONE S!!!
that alone made this worth it!! its probably one of the cleanest looking cases for our phone.
the matte texture gives me just enough grip compared to naked (since its SOO dam slippery!)
it is the perfect thickness for me to hold in my hand.
4.9/5 because the POWER button is so sunken in
but i guess it helps since i dropped my old phone and broke the button.

Great to hear that the S with this case on survived that drop!

I have this case and I recommend it to anyone who owns a HTC One S. It barely adds bulk and it is still thinner than my old HD7 naked. Just very slightly, though. The included screen guard is also very nice. I did not expect much from it and ordered an invisible shield but I have not gotten around to putting that on because this screen guard is so nice! It is not the same quality as the $1 ones you get on eBay.

I also have this case, ordered from Amazon. Probably the only case I have found (though I haven't looked since getting it) that I can deal with. Been good to me so far. Only issue I have is that it collects dust and lint between it and the top of the phone. I assume though that most cases do this to some degree.

Have you guys got this case on a grey/blue one s rather than the black one as op shows? I am curious to see how it looks on the blue one. Any pics please? Thanks.
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I've had this case for a few months and have been very happy with it. In fact, I just received the translucent smoke color version just for something different. I like the translucent case a little better with the blue phone. The screen protector is also of good quality and has hardly any scratches after months of use. Highly recommended and a good value.
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murse said:
I've had this case for a few months and have been very happy with it. In fact, I just received the translucent smoke color version just for something different. I like the translucent case a little better with the blue phone. The screen protector is also of good quality and has hardly any scratches after months of use. Highly recommended and a good value.
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Do you think you can please post some pics, please?
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I can help you with that.

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I can help you with that.
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Thanks for that!
So this one is the matt black not the smoke one right? It looks really good!

Yes, that was the matte black one. I am not a big fan of cases as you can see I considered the Zagg full body, but this one is actually nice, as you can see. It won't offer you the best protection but those cases are UGLY. I'd like to see what the smoke one looks like on the gradient blue One S.

Nice review. Have just ordered the case.

I have had this case for about 1 month. The fit, texture, and screen protector are all to my liking. I have nothing bad to say about anything! A great investment...too bad I dropped my One S (leaving a few scratches) a day before I got the case in the mail lol.

Thoughts on skins/wraps for the M9?

Most cases will just make the device bulkier than it already is, and with the peace of mind of getting a free replacement if I break it or something, I've decided that going naked is definitely an option now. After watching some durability test videos, I've noticed the m9 display with gg4 is very resistant to scratches and bumps, the back not so much, so I was thinking of buying a skin for the back and maybe a screen protector on the front. Dbrand offers some good wraps, I might order one from there but I'm not sure which color/material to pick. I'm mostly attracted to the leather ones, what do you guys think?
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haZethew0rld said:
Most cases will just make the device bulkier than it already is, and with the peace of mind of getting a free replacement if I break it or something, I've decided that going naked is definitely an option now. After watching some durability test videos, I've noticed the m9 display with gg4 is very resistant to scratches and bumps, the back not so much, so I was thinking of buying a skin for the back and maybe a screen protector on the front. Dbrand offers some good wraps, I might order one from there but I'm not sure which color/material to pick. I'm mostly attracted to the leather ones, what do you guys think?
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I have their titanium skin on my N7 Flo. Great look and quality; definitely better than other brands I've tried. If that's any indication, you should be happy with the leather skins (I was looking at them a couple of days ago myself). The good thing is, these are inexpensive enough that you can order a different one when you get tired of the look. :good:

You have made the right choice by going for a dBrand skin. I bought all types of cases for my phones since i had my first smartphone in 2008 until this year, from Otterbox heavy duty cases to Spigen slim and sexy cases.
BUT...
This year, after having my M8 for a few months, i came to realise what an idiot i was being. Engineers at HTC spent months and months on designing this beautiful work of art in the M8 ( and the M9 this year ) , and then i went ahead and covered that piece of art with a 10$ piece of plastic that was designed in 5 minutes by some case manufacturer? I mean you could put a case on a cheap plastic phone like a Samsung , but on THIS BEAUTY?!
So that was it, I was never to touch a case again. However, i have a habbit of keeping all my phones in PERFECT condition. I apply a Tempered glass on first day on the screen, and if i wasnt going to use a case, then i had to something to protect the phone, while preserving that beautiful design.
And in came dBrand. i purchased the Titanium black back skin for the M8, and have never even thought for a minute about going back to cases! I ordered the exact same for my M9, i have attached a pic.
Sorry for the mini-article ! lol

I heard the M9 isn't as slippery as last years M8 is that true?
I did a cork slick wrap last year that I was very much pleased with. I'll do a clear one this year if I find it too slippery. Big fan of Dbrand. They are better quality than slickwrap but slickwrap provide more designs. Can't go wrong with either company.

chivamex10 said:
I heard the M9 isn't as slippery as last years M8 is that true?
I did a cork slick wrap last year that I was very much pleased with. I'll do a clear one this year if I find it too slippery. Big fan of Dbrand. They are better quality than slickwrap but slickwrap provide more designs. Can't go wrong with either company.
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I'm going to fedex to pick up my M9 so I will let you know about the slippery-ness soon

Orzly
I just got an Orzly skin on amazon. It's the frost white color and I do like it. I had a poetic skin for my M7 and once I put that thing on, it never came off, no matter how hard I tried. That kind of sucked because after time the dust and dirt accumulated around the cutouts and was a pita to clean. this orzly skin is a much softer material but still fits super snug on the phone and still comes on and off easily. The frost white color is nice too because its semi transparent so you can still see the nice design and gold accents on the phones side. I think the best part of it is that theres a connection in the case right between the volume down and power button so now that poorly placed power button isnt that bad. Also, it does provide a very small bumper along the face of the phone so you can lay it on the screen without it touching the surface, providing it is a completely flat surface. for 8 bucks or whatever, Its exactly what i wanted.

I went through a bunch of slickwraps and dbrand skins on my m8 but since the skins are quite thick, they eventually peel at the corners. I have since installed a transparent, matte bestskinsever wrap and its much more pliable than the textured wraps, also looking indistinguishable from the metal finish of the phone, and even feels similar but definitely adding a little more grip. The skin also has rounded edges and uses a wet application so it won`t peel (or at least hasn`t peeled for the last 6 months) and conforms much better to the contoured back. I found the carbon fiber, wood and leather wraps lasted for around 2-3 months, I also used a cork skin that only went on the back. It had a great feel and texture and was a little spongy so it absorbed the impact of any minor drops, but it got stained easily and pretty much absorbed any dirt or grime on any table I placed my phone on. To make matters worse, when I tried to remove it, the skin left sticky residue all over the phone and I had to rub it with acetone for half an hour to get it off. I definitely recommend the transparent matte skin, it`s perhaps not as enticing as a textured wrap but it`s easier to live with and much longer lasting, also it doesn`t get furry when you put it in your pocket as the adhesive is much tackier.

Im thinking of using a skin from xtreme skins, since i like there brush metal colors, but do these vinyl skins offer more grip to the back of the phone, i feel like its going to slip out of my hand one of these days.

I used a ToastMade wood skin for my M8. I loved the feel and it always caught peoples attention. Waiting to see what they do for the M9.

vybz05 said:
I just got an Orzly skin on amazon. It's the frost white color and I do like it. I had a poetic skin for my M7 and once I put that thing on, it never came off, no matter how hard I tried. That kind of sucked because after time the dust and dirt accumulated around the cutouts and was a pita to clean. this orzly skin is a much softer material but still fits super snug on the phone and still comes on and off easily. The frost white color is nice too because its semi transparent so you can still see the nice design and gold accents on the phones side. I think the best part of it is that theres a connection in the case right between the volume down and power button so now that poorly placed power button isnt that bad. Also, it does provide a very small bumper along the face of the phone so you can lay it on the screen without it touching the surface, providing it is a completely flat surface. for 8 bucks or whatever, Its exactly what i wanted.
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That's a great looking case. I wish it didn't say "Orzly" on the side of it, though. However, it's not that noticeable, so perhaps it would be okay

kendrick8997 said:
That's a great looking case. I wish it didn't say "Orzly" on the side of it, though. However, it's not that noticeable, so perhaps it would be okay
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I have that Orzly case in the smoke black color to go with my gunmetal m9. It's the thinnest case I've ever owned (and I've tried to go slimmer and slimmer and have had literally hundreds of phone cases). I really like it - it's a little too thin that it's a little weak on the edge near the button cutouts but it seems to harden over time. I also was able to heat and wipe off the "Orzly" paint from the side after I tried to reform the case in boiling water.

kendrick8997 said:
That's a great looking case. I wish it didn't say "Orzly" on the side of it, though. However, it's not that noticeable, so perhaps it would be okay
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Yea, its actually not that noticeable at all. After a month the lettering is starting to wear away so before long it probably wont even be there anymore.

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But does the rock hard polycarbonate back make contact with the back of the phone? If so it's only a matter of time before the back of your very expensive phone phone becomes scuffed from the case.

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But does the rock hard polycarbonate back make contact with the back of the phone? If so it's only a matter of time before the back of your very expensive phone phone becomes scuffed from the case.
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There are lips on the back, it is actually isolate the back from toughing the flat surface!

blueisharpersdog said:
There are lips on the back, it is actually isolate the back from toughing the flat surface!
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Thanks for confirming. Too bad the manufacturer didn't take the time to respond to my inquiry.

hand-filer said:
Thanks for confirming. Too bad the manufacturer didn't take the time to respond to my inquiry.
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They responsed to me in 2 days.

Yeah I agree here. I've got an R series in red and a black back, and I love it. I've got a V series I need to test out as well, but I like to give the cases a good week before I swap. And the "R" is a quality case.

Okay I'm convinced now. Just placed an order for the R series in blue anodized.
I just unconvinced myself. The misaligned orange stick-on bumpers werent doing it for me.
They just seem like an afterthought that corrects a design flaw.

Went ahead and ordered a blue one

Well, I was gonna wait a few days of using this case before I wrote my review, but since there already are reviews up, here I go. Disclaimer: I was given a free case for my honest opinion. The following is my opinion without any input from the manufacturer.
When shopping for cases, I didn't want a blacked out case obscuring the great colors of the S22 Ultra, but I didn't want a generic looking clear TPU shell. In comes the CaseBorne R Series case with an aluminum frame. I chose the Iridescent version since it was potentially the most interesting. Normal prime shipping got it here to me 1 day after my S22U arrived, no complaints there.
First impression:
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The case arrived in a standard box that you would normally see in cases. It rests inside a plastic shell and seems well protected for transport. There was a clear film on both sides of the case that you should remove prior to installing.
Closer look:
The clear back is a dot-matrix style. It is pretty much impossible to see this unless you hold it up to the light, but it is there in case that bothers you.
Installed:
My phone has a UV based TGSP installed, and the case does not interfere with the TGSP on the edges or corners. Once installed, the iridescent frame looks very cool. In this particular shot, the light reflected off my ceiling lights and work LED lamp made it a shade of green that matches very well with the S22. It should be noted that the top and bottom rails are more of a purple color that reminds me of heated titanium.
Here we see that the case does indeed lift the phone off of the table, preventing the camera and screen from touching potentially damaging surfaces.
Conclusion:
This case does a good job at protecting the phone on all sides while letting the actual phone shine through. Unfortunately, I didn't want to conduct a drop test, since I don't have the disposable funds to test it that way. I am very rough with my phone though, and many phones have gone out of my pocket like a frisbee in the past. Once I have more drop (frisbee) data to share, I will update this review. For the time being, this seems to be a very solid case.

craznazn said:
Well, I was gonna wait a few days of using this case before I wrote my review, but since there already are reviews up, here I go. Disclaimer: I was given a free case for my honest opinion. The following is my opinion without any input from the manufacturer.
When shopping for cases, I didn't want a blacked out case obscuring the great colors of the S22 Ultra, but I didn't want a generic looking clear TPU shell. In comes the CaseBorne R Series case with an aluminum frame. I chose the Iridescent version since it was potentially the most interesting. Normal prime shipping got it here to me 1 day after my S22U arrived, no complaints there.
First impression:
The case arrived in a standard box that you would normally see in cases. It rests inside a plastic shell and seems well protected for transport. There was a clear film on both sides of the case that you should remove prior to installing.
Closer look:
The clear back is a dot-matrix style. It is pretty much impossible to see this unless you hold it up to the light, but it is there in case that bothers you.
Installed:
My phone has a UV based TGSP installed, and the case does not interfere with the TGSP on the edges or corners. Once installed, the iridescent frame looks very cool. In this particular shot, the light reflected off my ceiling lights and work LED lamp made it a shade of green that matches very well with the S22. It should be noted that the top and bottom rails are more of a purple color that reminds me of heated titanium.
Here we see that the case does indeed lift the phone off of the table, preventing the camera and screen from touching potentially damaging surfaces.
Conclusion:
This case does a good job at protecting the phone on all sides while letting the actual phone shine through. Unfortunately, I didn't want to conduct a drop test, since I don't have the disposable funds to test it that way. I am very rough with my phone though, and many phones have gone out of my pocket like a frisbee in the past. Once I have more drop (frisbee) data to share, I will update this review. For the time being, this seems to be a very solid case.
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Mind to share your review on Amazon?

Super durable and not as bulky as otter box. I love the style and feel. I even convinced my husband to the red and black carbon one. His is even better since the carbon feels soft. I’ve dropped my phone a couple times already and no damage occurred

FarmRoad423 said:
Super durable and not as bulky as otter box. I love the style and feel. I even convinced my husband to the red and black carbon one. His is even better since the carbon feels soft. I’ve dropped my phone a couple times already and no damage occurred
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Did you try to put on a tempered glass screen protector?

These are some nice cases. Reminds me of some of my favorites for the Note 4 namely the Spigen Neo Hybrid Metal.

Assimilator702 said:
These are some nice cases. Reminds me of some of my favorites for the Note 4 namely the Spigen Neo Hybrid Metal.
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It is totally different than spigen. It is much more protective. It also has the alumnum frame.

I’m very surprised that this case isn’t getting as many reviews as it has, because this is an amazing case. The edges are raised much more than other cases of its class/price point, and offers protection front and back. The corners are also slightly thicker to protect against those deadly corner drops, and the case hasn’t had an issue staying on my case. The back isn’t too slippery as other clear cases might be, and is just overall slick looking and think.

Review of 5 cases including Caseborne R and V:
My 3 main criteria when selecting a case are:
1. A reasonable amount of protection if dropped.
2. A good comfortable non-slip grip so I avoid dropping it in the first place - especially if my fingers are either cold or sweaty. This also includes being comfortable to hold to your ear when on a call.
3. Designed so it lays flat when placed on on a desk - ie no wobble when touching the screen.
My go-to case for the past 12 years has always been the UAG Monarch, but I am really disappointed with the one produced for the S22 Ultra. Although I really like the look of it - especially the individual camera cutouts and it still offers 'top of class' protection, they have for some strange reason completely eliminated the great contoured sides and replaced with a slight 'tire-track' pattern that you can barely feel and which is not at all grippy.
The following photo shows the previous design with the new one below:
So I decided to test out the following 4 cases (I bought all of them so this review not influenced by a free case)
1. Spigen Cryo Armor
2. CaseBorne V
3. CaseBorne R Aramid Fiber
4. Poetic Neon Series
1. Spigen Cryo: although dubious about it claim to keep the phone cool, it did look cool. However it offered almost no side protection (the screen was higher than the side of the case). It also although quiet grippy was not that comfortable to hold for a long time especially when making calls - so eliminated.
2. Caseborne V: it offers fantastic protection and a comfortable grip, however I felt that is added too much bulk to an already large phone - so eliminated.
3. Poetic Neon: it looks really nice and has great protection, but it consists of an inner soft rubber liner and a hard plastic outer shell and I did not like the grip on the shell part. You can see in the photo that I actually removed part of the shell to give a better grip and this is now the case that I may use when i plan to hold the phone for a long time (eg reading an ebook) as it is really comfortable and secure to hold.
4. CaseBorne R: This was by far for me the best case. Although the side are smooth, they are remarkable grippy and the case offers great protection - both at the top and on the sides. It is also confortable when making a call as the back is also quite grippy. My only 2 gripes is that for the price point, I wish it had the individual camera cutouts like the UAG case and it is a fingerprint magnet as you can see in the photo. [it also comes with a thin plastic film on the inside that I intend to leave there to stop the case from scatching the back of the phone].
The following shows the Poetic (modified), the Caseborne R and the UAT Monarch (I already returned the other 2). All 3 lie flat on a desk. The 3 cases are lined up along the bottom to show relative height :
Left to right: Poetic, Monarch and Caseborne
You can see I tried to carve our the pattern on the UAG case to make it more grippy, but with minimal improvement!
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