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Hey guys I ordered my N4 about some time ago and it's gonna be here soon. Meanwhile i was going through the accessories thread and i found many cases here but I'm unable to decide on what to get. Need your help.
Firstly, should i get a full case with a front screen guard or a bumper with front and back protection? I really want to show off the back of my phone but then i don't want to screw it up either so i need your help in deciding for a case combo that will offer good protection. I really don't want flip cases or pouches so that's out of the question now. I've found a few i like and if anyone is using any of them currently, a small review will be appreciated! Here are the ones i liked
Cases:
1. Poetic Bumper Case
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Border...&sr=1-1&keywords=poetic+bumper+google+nexus+4
2. Nexus 4 Bumper
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1963380
3. Diztronic TPU Case
http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main...id=304&zenid=ec46bb59dba170c54c2d33f5f61b0660
http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main...id=303&zenid=ec46bb59dba170c54c2d33f5f61b0660
4. Kays Case
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1986174
5. Cruzerlite TPU
http://www.cruzerlite.com/preorders/pre-order-androidified-a2-tpu-case-for-lg-nexus-4
6. Rearth Ringke
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rearth-Ring...9?pt=PDA_Accessories&var=&hash=item3f1f8b1e47
7. Nillikin Matte TPU
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Mat...5?pt=PDA_Accessories&var=&hash=item19d727d64d
Screen Protectors:
1. Skinomi TechSkin
http://www.amazon.com/Skinomi-TechS...TF8&colid=22ZDSI283Y0PB&coliid=I1KCRW9PCVVJ28
2. XtremeGuard
http://www.xtremeguard.com/LG-Googl...-4-screen-protector.htm?CartID=1#.UKuFT4fBEuA
3. XO Skins
http://xoskins.com/cell-phones/google-skin-protectors-cases-shields-guards-armor-screen
4. Spigen SGP
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/google/nexus-4/google-nexus-4-screen-protector-steinheil.html
Please help me decide guys! Also, if you can find any coupon code it would be much appreciated! Thanks!
I bought XO skins for the front and Xtreme guards for the back.
Also bought Poetic Atmostphere for more protection.
And bought the Ringke Slim and Nillkin cases for a slim and good feeling/looking case.
So IMO, I recommend those.
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mackster248 said:
I bought XO skins for the front and Xtreme guards for the back.
Also bought Poetic Atmostphere for more protection.
And bought the Ringke Slim and Nillkin cases for a slim and good feeling/looking case.
So IMO, I recommend those.
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Thanks i'll consider them!
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Done! Sorry for the trouble!
I'm waiting on the Poetic Atmosphere case too, iPhone 5 one looks great for what I'm looking for. Also got the Xtremeguard skins, can't comment on them yet as I don't have the device.. :|
I just purchased #3 http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main...id=303&zenid=ec46bb59dba170c54c2d33f5f61b0660
Looks nice and slim.
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Done! Sorry for the trouble!
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no trouble at all. im just lazy but no doubt you will get more responses if peeps can just click.
edit: i got a thing for the robot and i am not ashamed to admit it.
what i would like to see in a case is a way to allow for the sound to come out. my att gs2 speaker is slightly curved to allow for it to bounce. everything i see does nothing but smother that which is already smothered. i think i am going to do nothing more than stick a couple of milimeter wide and tall lumps on the bottom corners and call it good.
I bought the Ringke White Slim Case and I love it! It looks awesome and feels awesome. I also just purchased 3 full body xtreme guards. Total was 6 bucks! So i recommend those! :good:
All of them!!! lol
I got BSE, x-line case(i think), a Rearth case, and a Poetic bumper case but I know I will be getting the official bumper and hopefully a curved screen protector from SGP in the future to replace the front BSE if they make one. Same goes for the SGP Bumpers too. I'll be posting pics of Rearth and BSE soon. Someone should make a thread with a first post containing only user submitted pictures of accessories.
Josh98 said:
I'm waiting on the Poetic Atmosphere case too, iPhone 5 one looks great for what I'm looking for. Also got the Xtremeguard skins, can't comment on them yet as I don't have the device.. :|
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I actually didn't like the look of the atmospheric case. It's just the matter of personal preference although! Let me know about the xtremeguard when you can i heard they have orange peel effect which is why i'm undermining them.
phermey said:
no trouble at all. im just lazy but no doubt you will get more responses if peeps can just click.
edit: i got a thing for the robot and i am not ashamed to admit it.
what i would like to see in a case is a way to allow for the sound to come out. my att gs2 speaker is slightly curved to allow for it to bounce. everything i see does nothing but smother that which is already smothered. i think i am going to do nothing more than stick a couple of milimeter wide and tall lumps on the bottom corners and call it good.
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Well we all are lazy so i don't blame you Even i liked the cruzerlite a lot and i'm considering getting it let's see what i finally decide!
SwayART said:
I bought the Ringke White Slim Case and I love it! It looks awesome and feels awesome. I also just purchased 3 full body xtreme guards. Total was 6 bucks! So i recommend those! :good:
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One more point to Ringke i guess How's xtremeguard? I heard it has orange peel. Is it good enough for protection compared to others?
Does it have all the cutouts?
logic0verflow said:
All of them!!! lol
I got BSE, x-line case(i think), a Rearth case, and a Poetic bumper case but I know I will be getting the official bumper and hopefully a curved screen protector from SGP in the future to replace the front BSE if they make one. Same goes for the SGP Bumpers too. I'll be posting pics of Rearth and BSE soon. Someone should make a thread with a first post containing only user submitted pictures of accessories.
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Has the poetic bumper arrived? How is it? Considering that, ringke or the official bumper. Would be grateful if you wrote a small review for each case! And please post pics ASAP will help me in deciding a lot! Thanks!
I got to go with diztronic, thats what I use on my galaxy nexus now. Thin,light, and goes on and off easily yet fits snug.
karanrajpal14 said:
Has the poetic bumper arrived? How is it? Considering that, ringke or the official bumper. Would be grateful if you wrote a small review for each case! And please post pics ASAP will help me in deciding a lot! Thanks!
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I'll be posting pics of the Rearth case once I get my BSE installed tonight. The poetic bumper doesn't ship till the 30th I believe. I will create another thread for accessory pics if no one else does.
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I'll be posting pics of the Rearth case once I get my BSE installed tonight. The poetic bumper doesn't ship till the 30th I believe. I will create another thread for accessory pics if no one else does.
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Looking forward to it. Does BSE have cutouts for proximity sensor? Which is better BSE or Xtremeguard? Considering either and which is better among diztronic and rearth?
Xtreme guards are pretty good. But you can tell the quality difference with that and XO skins. XO feels much more premium and smoother. And little to no orange peel effect. So I would suggest XO over Xtreme if you don't mind paying a couple more bucks.
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Wait it out if you don't like what you see.
I'm waiting for tech21's Impact Band Cases to come out for the Nexus 4. They replied to a PM on Facebook, and on their official facebook page, that cases for the Nexus 4 are coming, and check it out for yourself, those cases will be better than anything out so far; a good amount of protection from drops, and a detachable clear backplate for showing off the backs of our phones. Here's a link to their Impact Band for the iPhone 5.
I've been using the Ringke Slim as a stopgap for the time being and while it's very good for the $10 total that it cost, I've been wanting to show off the beautiful design of the phone and it's a shame to lose that with the cases out now. The best of both worlds will hopefully be here soon! If you guys agree, pester them on Facebook and their customer service so that they know we're waiting!
Here are pics of the Black Rearth case, its really thin but pretty hard. If your looking for drop protection get something else. On a scale of 1 to 10 for protection with 1 being no case and 10 being something like Otterbox, I give it a 3 almost a 4. I'll be using it for now until I get adjusted to holding this bigger phone but I can imagine myself taking it off soon.
Here is my post on BSE screen protectors as well.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35194441&postcount=408
Poetic Atmosphere or Diztronic. If you're looking for a slim hard case, I'd go Nillkin
I wanted an otterbox commuter but since that wasn't possible, I just ordered a diztronic. My wife got one for my vivid and the quality and fit our perfect and it adds a much needed grip to the phone and adequate protection without sacrificing the phones good looks.
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logic0verflow said:
Here are pics of the Black Rearth case, its really thin but pretty hard. If your looking for drop protection get something else. On a scale of 1 to 10 for protection with 1 being no case and 10 being something like Otterbox, I give it a 3 almost a 4. I'll be using it for now until I get adjusted to holding this bigger phone but I can imagine myself taking it off soon.
Here is my post on BSE screen protectors as well.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35194441&postcount=408
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Thanks for the pics! It's too thin i'd rather go for diztronic i need protection primarily. Is BSE adequate or should i go for XO? Also does the case cause the screen protector to peel off? I dont want them to interfere!
karanrajpal14 said:
Thanks for the pics! It's too thin i'd rather go for diztronic i need protection primarily. Is BSE adequate or should i go for XO? Also does the case cause the screen protector to peel off? I dont want them to interfere!
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Yeah from the pics I would go with Diztronic. Rearth didn't cause the protector to peel but it did cause these two small creases on the bottom back BSE that are slowly going away. In the inside pic you can see two lines that go from the top edge to the bottom. That's what caused it.
Oh yeah, my BSE doesn't have a cutout for the proximity sensor but it works just fine.
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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.
Diztronic Website- http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main...ult&search_in_description=1&keyword=galaxy+s4
Amazon Website- http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Matte-Flexible-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B00BV96VDY
The Diztronic Galaxy S4 Case is a nice TPU case that isn't extremely thin, but isn't too thick. It comes in a bazillion different colors and can be purchased from Diztronic's website as well as Amazon. If you guys have any questions about the cases just let me know and I would be happy to help.
I had the case since Friday. Everything lines up perfect and I feel like it offers great protection
charlesthedestroyer said:
I had the case since Friday. Everything lines up perfect and I feel like it offers great protection
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It looks nice. I also like the flame logo.
It is rather simple style.
Check out all my Latest Case Reviews for the Sony Z5!
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Dustin,
Like your reviews, thanks!
Have you come across a case that snaps in to a clip holster like a Seidio Surface or Dilex?
Thanks,
Chris
My Orzly Flexislim will arrive tomorrow. It almost 4X more expensive frm my current Nilkin Nature case. Nilkin is good but i missed Simplism Ultrathin for Z1. The material is perfect & super thin. For Z2 & later device, they changed with shame disappointing material. Lets see how good orzly really is
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Orzly Flexislim is the best thinnest case so far!
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Has anyone put one of the flexislim cases on the Green Z5? I'm wondering how it looks
From orzly cases i will only consider the fusion bumper in black if i don't mind covering the sides because it seems like there are better cases for preserving more of the beauty of sony design. Fusion bumper clear sides are matte, not transparent and the thinner one is all matte. For all transparency it seems that spigen ultra hybrid clear or spigen liquid crystal (thinner but with less protection) are better options.
Thanks for the advice! I have one very much like the fusion bumper but with clear sides. It's OK, but the back plastic picks up so much fingerprints. I was considering the Orzly matte "smoke white" one as it sort of looks like the colour might still show through to a certain degree. With the clear one with all the reflections and fingerprints you don't notice the colour too much, especially with the gel part being a little bit rounded. Also I don't really like the feel of gel or plastic, I assume the matte one has a slightly matte feel to it which I might like. I might just have to take the plunge and get one and see how it goes.
Anyone get the Spigen cases for the Z5?
http://www.spigen.com/products/xperia-z5-case-liquid-crystal
http://www.spigen.com/collections/sony/products/sony-xperia-z5-case-thin-fit
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Check out all my Latest Case Reviews for the Sony Z5!
Thanks for Watching!
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I didnt buy any spigen cases. Those guys are not what they used to be and i dnt feel there cases are that good
I have brought the flexicase shown in the above video. The case fits perfectly and my phone still looks very slim whilst giving it some protection against knocks and scratch's. I would highly recommend it
Please can you tell us how does the real product look like? As you can see in the photo on the official site the cut on the back camera is different from the cut shown on every other site, like Amazon, where the cut gets an oval triangular shape. Links below http://orzly.com/manufacturers/sony/xperia-z5/orzly-flexicase-for-sony-xperia-z5-smoke-black.html
http://www.amazon.de/gp/switch-lang...kCode=shr&qid=1445192536&sr=8-1&tag=dust09-21
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Please can you tell us how does the real product look like? As you can see in the photo on the official site the cut on the back camera is different from the cut shown on every other site, like Amazon, where the cut gets an oval triangular shape. Links below http://orzly.com/manufacturers/sony/xperia-z5/orzly-flexicase-for-sony-xperia-z5-smoke-black.html
http://www.amazon.de/gp/switch-lang...kCode=shr&qid=1445192536&sr=8-1&tag=dust09-21
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Mine are straight off amazon so im guessing the stock photo is wrong
Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for an honest/unbiased review.
I have been using the VRS DESIGN/Verus High Pro Shield for about a week. I am going to keep this review pretty straightforward.
Pros:
- Very classy on my Nexus 6P.
- Not bulky... in fact, it is rather slim for the amount of protection.
- Nice bumper that fits tight with perfect cut-outs.
- Incredible texture that offers more grip than any other TPU case that I have used previously.
Cons:
- Buttons do not provide adequate feedback. I love clicky button covers and this just isn't like that at all.
- Bumper can be pulled from the case rather easily and may not hold up in the long run... bumper may be too fragile.
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I would rate this case 8/10. I will continue using it, and that speaks highly of the quality and detail of the case. Even though this was a review unit, I would have quickly paid for this case based on the design, fit, and protection offered. Would I recommend this case? Absolutely! This case is affordable and looks like it costs $30+. I love this case now!
How about some pictures bro
Jhvoorhies said:
Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for an honest/unbiased review.
I have been using the VRS DESIGN/Verus High Pro Shield for about a week. I am going to keep this review pretty straightforward.
Pros:
- Very classy on my Nexus 6P.
- Not bulky... in fact, it is rather slim for the amount of protection.
- Nice bumper that fits tight with perfect cut-outs.
- Incredible texture that offers more grip than any other TPU case that I have used previously.
Cons:
- Buttons do not provide adequate feedback. I love clicky button covers and this just isn't like that at all.
- Bumper can be pulled from the case rather easily and may not hold up in the long run... bumper may be too fragile.
Conclusion:
I would rate this case 8/10. I will continue using it, and that speaks highly of the quality and detail of the case. Even though this was a review unit, I would have quickly paid for this case based on the design, fit, and protection offered. Would I recommend this case? Absolutely! This case is affordable and looks like it costs $30+. I love this case now!
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Did they not send you the updated version of the case? I have this case in Champagne Gold and it doesn't have any of the cons that you have listed. I actually hate how snug the bumper is, makes it a pain in the ass to get off whenever I need to clean my phone(Germophobe). The only issue I have with this case is that the bumper seams to be a little too easily dented. Mine has two dents from just being in my TAC knee pockets.
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Did they not send you the updated version of the case? I have this case in Champagne Gold and it doesn't have any of the cons that you have listed. I actually hate how snug the bumper is, makes it a pain in the ass to get off whenever I need to clean my phone(Germophobe). The only issue I have with this case is that the bumper seams to be a little too easily dented. Mine has two dents from just being in my TAC knee pockets.
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Yep, I have the updated version of the case. To be more clear on the bumper being loose/easily pulled from the tpu, i should have said towards the bottom by the usb-c opening. I can definitely see this bumper as being easy to scratch too.
Jhvoorhies said:
Yep, I have the updated version of the case. To be more clear on the bumper being loose/easily pulled from the tpu, i should have said towards the bottom by the usb-c opening. I can definitely see this bumper as being easy to scratch too.
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Ya know, now that you mentioned that it's at the bottom, I just looked at mine and I see that mine is separating as well. That is going to bug the heck out of me now, lol. In the front it is fine, but on the back it has quite a bit of space there. Looking at it closely, it's because the front side of the phone is larger than the backside where is curves going to the bottom. Talk about an oversight.
I loved this case. Until the plastic broke. I fell out of my hands while I was sitting about 2 feet onto laminate flooring and the bumper snapped off above the bottom right corner. Had it for a month and it was the only drop. Decided to give the poetic affinity case a try this time. I don't foresee it breaking, but it seems less hardy than the vrs. Also, I miss my red/black look of my vrs case vs the clear tpu.
A few close-up pictures please
Received mine yesterday. It looks great on the phone and has premium-like feel to it. Buttons are really tactile and give a good feedback. Best 30$ i spend on smartphone accesories.
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Received mine yesterday. It looks great on the phone and has premium-like feel to it. Buttons are really tactile and give a good feedback. Best 30$ i spend on smartphone accesories.
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Jov, kateri glass uporabljaš? Zgleda kot, da pašeta skupaj 100%!
What tempered glass screen protector are u using?
Bucika said:
Jov, kateri glass uporabljaš? Zgleda kot, da pašeta skupaj 100%!
What tempered glass screen protector are u using?
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I use PanzerGlass and yes they align perfectly.
Xmaster8 said:
I use PanzerGlass and yes they align perfectly.
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Awesome thanks!
Čakam, da ga dobim.. sem se bal, da bo slučajno prevelik ali pa premali.
Thanks for the info!
Those cases look awesome, but all I hear about them is how the bumper is loose, or breaks easily. It's really a bummer, because I do think they look the best.