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Nexus 4 Bumpers Confirmed [Back in Stock US 12/11/12]

Google's own Dan Morill has confirmed that "Bumper Cases" will be offered for the Nexus 4. This is the first official accessory that we've heard of after the TouchStone charger.
Dan Morrill 1 hour ago
+Dave Ranucci We've actually got some bumpers (ring-like cases that wrap the side but not the back) coming as accessories for Nexus 4, if that's how you roll.
On the back, there is indeed a small raised ridge, which should prevent scratches if not breaks.
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UPDATE: Here's the link and some pictures, available only in black for now for $19.99.
They are back in stock in the US as of 12/11/12 2:15PM EST
Buy:https://play.google.com/store/devic...ExMSwiZGV2aWNlLW5leHVzXzRfYnVtcGVyX2JsYWNrIl0.
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Here's some real pictures of the bumper, courtesy of mb3030
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=34354075&postcount=26
And here are some pictures of the Bumper with a Skinomi Full Body Protector
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=34832980&postcount=386

Too similar to what the iPhone has :[ especially with the glass back but oh well

Cretheus said:
Too similar to what the iPhone has :[ especially with the glass back but oh well
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Keep in mind this Nexus 4 doesn't have a ridiculous steel frame. Also the back is Gorilla Glass 2.

Nice, I was hoping for this. I love OEM accessories.
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Any pictures of what the bands look like?

God I love bumbers on my phones.

cool! I can't wait to see what they look like.. maybe multiple colors?!

As long as they don't add to much bulk around the edges I'll get one. Unless the design on the back is more ostentatious in person, in which case I'll get a case that covers it.

Possible bumper case?
Look at the purple ring like bumper case in the pictures:
http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2012/10/nexus-hands-on-with-googles-new-flagship-phone/
I like the way its snug fit with the phone.

_guzzler_ said:
Look at the purple ring like bumper case in the pictures:
http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2012/10/nexus-hands-on-with-googles-new-flagship-phone/
I like the way its snug fit with the phone.
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Is that really a bumper or is it just the lighting? If the bumper case is indeed that snug then that would be amazing.

That's definitely just lighting.

_guzzler_ said:
Look at the purple ring like bumper case in the pictures:
http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2012/10/nexus-hands-on-with-googles-new-flagship-phone/
I like the way its snug fit with the phone.
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It was taken with an iPhone 5... purple haze! ZING!
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It looks like a shadow to me.

Yeah, that's definitely just the lighting.

JCreazy said:
It looks like a shadow to me.
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Definitely shadow. Zoom in on the picture and it becomes very clear.
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I definitively want to get a bumper because I love OEM accessories and this phone looks too good to put in a case.

I've never owned bumpers. Do they really protect devices well? As far as I can tell, they leave the front and the back of devices vulnerable to scratches and breaks. But if I'm wrong, please correct me.

jtc276 said:
I've never owned bumpers. Do they really protect devices well? As far as I can tell, they leave the front and the back of devices vulnerable to scratches and breaks. But if I'm wrong, please correct me.
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They protect the sides and corners and will absorb shock (although not too well) It is a minimalist case, if you are worried about scratches you could invest in front and back screen protectors or have faith in Corning's Gorilla Glass 2.

I think the combination of a screen protector and a bumper will be enough for all but the most paranoid, Gorilla Glass is able to stand up to a lot of punishment.

Bumpers are awesome!
It doesn't add much bulk and protects the device well.

**diztronic hardcase review**

http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=46_76&products_id=306
Also comes in white for now
Here it is
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The plastic is very very very smooth like butter, but has friction between hard surfaces..so if you stick the phone in your hand with the case on itll slide if you move your hand back & forth..the edge of the case barely covers the phones curved glass, Im guessing to put it in and tale it out, has no play,and just seems like a good ol' hardcase
The more i handle it,the plastic should get grippier, ill update on that
No snap,crackle,pop noises from this case, put it on and done
+1 to a simple case, as my first case for the phone its clean&simple

Looks like the sides come up farther than on the ringke case. But looks good otherwise.
-EP

Just got the same case last night. I HATE using cases but this one is really nice. I would absolutely recommend one. Fits like a glove and feels great. It doesn't attract lint like some plastic cases.
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OP, could you please provide links, price and color options if possible thanks

Thanks for the pics. How easy is it to get on and off?

galaxys said:
Thanks for the pics. How easy is it to get on and off?
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No problem taking it off, easy

Ordered mine just waiting is the edges pretty sharp??

ssnr said:
Ordered mine just waiting is the edges pretty sharp??
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...no,

Add another thumbs up to the Diztronic. My first case from them I, that I decided to get based on comments here. So far the best case I've seen for the Nexus 4 (at least until a decent 2-component case like the Otterbox Commuter etc. comes along).

Nexus 4 Diztronic Hardshell Case Review
$9.99- Amazon Link
$9.99- Diztronic Link
Design
5/5
First of all, this case is EXTREMELY thin. It's only 1mm thin, making it 25% thinner than the original TPU case. The back has a non glossy Diztronic logo on it and a slot cut open for the camera and speakers. It is a bit slippery, but won't catch lint on it or attract finger prints. Unlike other shell cases, this one isn't hard to take in and out. However, you definitely want to take it out periodically to make sure debris doesn't get caught in it and scratch the case. The edges of the case just barely go over the screen making a bit of a "lip". The lip is barely there and you may be able to fit a screen protector on it. The buttons are left exposed on the case making pressing the power button and volume rockers very easy.
Protection
4/5
This case does a decent job at protecting the phone while still keeping a thin profile. The top and bottom of the case are left somewhat vulnerable, yet I understand how it would be tough to cover that part while making the case a "hardshell". Keep in mind this case is only 1mm thick, so I'm grading the protection based on the case's target audience.
Final Verdict
4.5/5
This may be the thinnest case to ever hit the market. At $9.95 you get a lot of bang for your buck; this is a high quality case made with premium materials. You can tell Diztronic took the time to make sure they got everything right. This case is so thin you won't even notice it while still giving you some protection.

Def the best case so far, for the money

Mod wanna merge this w/ my video review thread?

Nxxx said:
Mod wanna merge this w/ my video review thread?
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Have copied your video and review post into this thread, closing your other thread as this was already available when you posted today.
Thanks
AvRS

Anybody else using it?,
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Nxxx said:
Nexus 4 Diztronic Hardshell Case Review
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Hi, do you happen to have the similar Rearth Ringke and Nilkin Matte Hard Cover cases? If so, comparing all 3 in detail in one video would be AWESOME and help everyone in this forum, I think...

androidfoshizzle said:
Anybody else using it?,
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Yep I am using it with a Seidio Surface holster. Looks and feels great! Aside from the speaker alignment, it's my fav case. It actually took me away from the official bumper because now I get a holster which has a smaller footprint when on my belt lol.

Mods should combine all diztronic related threads,.. TOO MANY OF THE SAME TOPICS
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Cases That Allow QI Charging?

Does anyone have first hand experience with cases that allow QI charging? I'm getting my phone back from screen repair today ($200 later) so I guess it is time to buy a case. Never needed one on my others phones and they all survived, but so be it.
What cases have you guys used that allow wireless charging to function properly? I am tempted to get just the tempered glass, but then I know I'll break the back or side somehow, so I might as well get a case.
Anyone using a case with QI?

The cheap tpu s line cases work fine. Also, dbrand skin and bumper work. All from personal experience.
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All of my cases work with wireless charging only the Boxwave Resolute gives me issues. Cruzerlite, Rearth Slim, Mercury, Meifeng, Nillkin and KLD all work great.

andyahs said:
All of my cases work with wireless charging only the Boxwave Resolute gives me issues. Cruzerlite, Rearth Slim, Mercury, Meifeng, Nillkin and KLD all work great.
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Thanks!
You can use all of those without taking them off or taking them apart at all? I'm looking for something that'll protect the phone in a drop, yet I can pull it out of my pocket and straight on the charger. No off and on case.
I really appreciate your answers guys.

I'm liking the look of the cruzerlite. It seems like it should offer regular drop protection. Do you agree?
Now do you think the cruzerlite will work with any of the tempered glass protectors? I'm paranoid of breaking this phone now. I actually bought the S4 and returned it and decided I liked my N4 enough to get it repaired for $200. Just love this phone and need to make it last until nexus 5 at least lol.

darkrom said:
Thanks!
You can use all of those without taking them off or taking them apart at all? I'm looking for something that'll protect the phone in a drop, yet I can pull it out of my pocket and straight on the charger. No off and on case.
I really appreciate your answers guys.
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Yes none have to come off to charge and the Resolute will charge it just requires a precise placement and then still stops charging but it's easy to remove if I need to charge.

Final question I promise, do MOST cases allow me to use a tempered glass screen protector with them?
I'm thinking of just buying a few cases at best buy today and returning whatever I don't like.
I would really like tempered glass because my beloved ghost armor did nothing at all to prevent my phone from being destroyed.

I use a simple sleeve case by Gizmoskin. Although it is so easy to take the phone out of the sleeve, you can leave it in and still get wireless charging through the sleeve.
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VOLTAGEROCK said:
I use a simple sleeve case by Gizmoskin. Although it is so easy to take the phone out of the sleeve, you can leave it in and still get wireless charging through the sleeve.
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Not my style at ALL, but thank you for the reply. I appreciate the many options.

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Not my style at ALL, but thank you for the reply. I appreciate the many options.
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Yeah, a lot of people don't like the sleeves. Any particular reason? Not good if you drop phone? I love it! Thanks for the thanks!
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Any case that isn't metal, or more than 2cm thick.
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does the Ringke Fusion works? cause i remember seeing some posts about that it didn't work..

Taufik15 said:
does the Ringke Fusion works? cause i remember seeing some posts about that it didn't work..
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yes, Ringke fusion and slim both work with my Samsung qi charger

Taufik15 said:
does the Ringke Fusion works? cause i remember seeing some posts about that it didn't work..
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Yes the Fusion works. I have had the fusion AND a dbrand skin and it worked. Also all the cruzerlites, and diztronic cases (slim or otherwise) work too.

What do you do to protect your MOTO G?

So my choice is a silicon Bumper and a screen foil even its gorilla glass 3.
The Bumper has this odd bulk feeling but i think it saved my G many times from damage.
What about you?
Bumper
Hardcase
Flipshell
Other
Post your protection
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Luck hopes and dreams buddy that is what I use
KitKat slo"g" slide

Using some sort of semi soft case (dunno what material heh) and it comes with a sp, these are my temporary (or backup) case as i ordered a cruzerlite spi-force one and skinomi sp.
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I like my phone naked. No screen protector will feel as nice as gorillas glass 3.
For my nexus 4 I have the DBrand skin at the back. Too bad they didn't have a skin for the Moto G, only for the Moto X.
Picture taken from here
Keep in mind this is an $150 product; people are putting way too much protection/focus on cell phones these days

Using an S-Wave TPU Case + a matte screen protector cut by those local cellphone servicing shops here, since I didn't have a pre-cut SP. I'll probably get a proper SP soon or tempered glass.
some rant here:
Bought my Moto G from an online gray market, was a bit sad that it had a minuscule "s" scratch if light is shown at the right angles, since it was sold as brand new. That being said, I would like this phone to last for a while, and of course would want ample protection. That, and it took me a while to save up $150, being a college student. Of course, the phone's been only with me for a week. I'll get over it.

Darkmind82 said:
So my choice is a silicon Bumper and a screen foil even its gorilla glass 3.
The Bumper has this odd bulk feeling but i think it saved my G many times from damage.
What about you?
Bumper
Hardcase
Flipshell
Other
Post your protection
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could u share a pic of the bumper pls
thx

I don't use anything... except my common sense that I won't drop it or put it somewhere it'll get scratched/destroyed
xTx

Nothing. Its a tough phone. Dropped on tiles once pretty hard, not a mark on it. I have never cracked a phone ever.

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I don't use anything... except my common sense that I won't drop it or put it somewhere it'll get scratched/destroyed
xTx
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Dropping your phone doesn't mean you lack common sense, it's an accident that can happen to anyone.
I use a lovely baby blue flip cover that sleeps/wakes the phone for me and I LOVE it

Aegis Trident case

I am using Incipio Dual Pro case. I do not use a screen protector, the disadvantage of getting a bad touch control, reflection etc. is in my opinion not worth the trouble on nowadays Gorilla screens..........

I always use (for every android phone) some rubber-or-whatever-material case (http://images.esellerpro.com/2477/I/692/019/BLACK-02.JPG) and some cheap screen protector. Working fine always even when phone falls or whatever ...

Green Hyperion Explorer Hybrid Protective Case/Cover
Picked it up from here.

I just ordered this one, looks good in pictures
made by nillkin

Atm using grip black original and preordered the white on amazon + antifolix clear screen protector.

I never use it. It's still in its box.

Now using this.

I ride my bike every single day to work listening to music with my Moto G.
It has a perfect size and design, even in your pocket it will not bother you any time.
Regarding maps and GPS system I cannot say anything because I haven't got the manners to use them
Get it and tell us what you found :good:
EDIT:
Wrong thread, how can I delete a reply? :laugh:

I use this
from http://www.ebay.com/itm/HYBRID-HARD...lePhonesCasesPouches&var=&hash=item485ed2ce4b

Armour Hybrid Cover
Got this Armour type cover (already mentioned by peoples by above) from ebay 1month back @ $13.99
Cover is good & now available at $ 8.00 approx on ebay & flipkart India
Removed plastic back cover, as it was giving a bad look & thick brick feeling.
But still not feel safe for screen with this.

Recommend any good cases?

Hey guys,
Im looking for a case for my phone but i'm extremely unsure what to get, anything that'll look after the phone without getting damaged. I'm not interested in those flip cases because I know they wont last long as I seen someones case literally been torn apart within a month not sure if it was from excessive use but it looked nasty af. Your recommendations will be appreciated greatly!

If you like the look the black Spigen case hands down. I've been using this model on my Onyx and 6p both still like the day I bought. This case can withstand the hardest of drops even on concrete.

Exodusche said:
If you like the look the black Spigen case hands down. I've been using this model on my Onyx and 6p both still like the day I bought. This case can withstand the hardest of drops even on concrete.
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That brand! I had that for my LG G5 it worked great! I'll consider getting another cover from them soon. Thanks Exodusche!

ZuneYT said:
Hey guys,
Im looking for a case for my phone but i'm extremely unsure what to get, anything that'll look after the phone without getting damaged. I'm not interested in those flip cases because I know they wont last long as I seen someones case literally been torn apart within a month not sure if it was from excessive use but it looked nasty af. Your recommendations will be appreciated greatly!
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I've been pretty happy with this one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015X90UJS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Survived a few drops.

I've used this one for a few years (E LV). Dropped the phone on concrete and its been fine. for 10 bucks you get basically two cases one with a kickstand and one with a belt clip.
Nexus 6P CASE, E LV Shock-Absorption - Dual Layer Armor Holster Defender Full Body Protective Case Cover with Kickstand and Belt Swivel Clip for HUAWEI Nexus 6P - [BLACK]
The edges of the case has become a bit chipped now from dropping the phone a bunch, and it is plastic.
I apparently can't post links yet.
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I used these cases;
Spigen Neo Hybrid EX 7 / 10
Perfect fit. Perfect Protection. Good looking. But case started turning yellow after a while.
Spigen Ultra Hybrid 6/10
Perfect fit. Good Protection. Good looking. Gets yellow after a while too
Spigen Rugged Armor 10/10
Perfect fit. Perfect Protection (dropped many times, and my little son throwed it almost everyday ) But it still protect.
If you want to protection , I strongly recommend that case.
(All cases bought from Amazon.)

Been using a SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle since day one....Has withstood many drops from as high as my lifted Jeep onto the roadway. Love this case, still retains much of the great look of the 6P as well, until I slapped a big piece of metal on the back for my magnet mount in the car. I have also used the same iCarez screen protector since day one, no lifting, no cracking, nothing just a beautiful tempered glass screen protector that has withstood the test of time. FULL DISCLAIMER, I love my devices and I take great care of them. I avoid damage, immersion, destruction for the most part but we aren't perfect and accidents happen. That being said, if you are someone that beats the crap out of everything you use, you may want something stronger.
Phone Case: https://www.amazon.com/SUPCASE-Release-Unicorn-PremiumSlim-Protective/dp/B015X90UJS
Screen Protector: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0168XT3E6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Buy them, you won't be disappointed.

I bought a Spigen case, I didn't like it. It leaves a grease like substance that gets all over the screen. I just leave it nude cause I hate cases anyway

creep138 said:
I bought a Spigen case, I didn't like it. It leaves a grease like substance that gets all over the screen. I just leave it nude cause I hate cases anyway
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That doesn't sound right I would of sent it back. Either you got a knock off or factory defective.

Exodusche said:
That doesn't sound right I would of sent it back. Either you got a knock off or factory defective.
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After making this post I looked at it again. Ran it under water to clean and try it again. It seems to be just a waterproof coating wearing off on my hands
Still couldn't recommend it because of that

My Nexus 6P survives well with the incipio case.
The screen protector has not shattered/scratched since I've bought it 2 and half years ago.
It fell a lot and didn't die so i guess this case is great ^^