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Seidio Innocase Review (GREEN) UPDATED 56k BEWARE

I will be doing reviews and testing for Seidio products and received my first one to start with. ( Admins if you would like verification I do have that available ).
It is the Green ( Or Saga as they call it ) Epic 4g Case. I have provided a couple of pictures and will be posting a full review today with more photos to come. Possibly may do a video to show the sliding action since that has been a big question among the cases currently out.
Currently I'm going to be testing the sliding mechanism restriction, phone damage if any, and a few other things.
Seidio Innocase EPIC 4G (GREEN) Review
Review:
From first impression, the Seidio Innocase for the Epic 4g has a great feel all around the case. The rubberized no slip grip works wonders, yet still has a smooth to the touch finish. All buttons and microphone are completely accessible without restriction.
Sliding mechanism:
With the case attached to the Epic 4G there is NO restriction on the sliding mechanism. Now Seidio did a surprising design that many manufactures have not attempted. For the bottom portion of the case, the attachment clips are on each corner yet they are raised slightly from the rim of the case, this allows a very small opening for the case to move freely. Addition to that, the top cover has the attachment clips mounted on the top and bottom. Due to both these features – Scratching of the keyboard is long gone and smooth sliding stays.
Installation and Removal:
Install was very basic, the case clipped on smoothly and is simple enough to remove incase of a reset, memory card, and battery removal.
Appearance:
The case is thin compared to most out there. After installing the case there was not much added to the bulk of the phone. In my opinion this gave a the phone a better look with a case due to how thin it is.
The green I had to admit is beautiful – It is a true Saga but can be looked upon as a light forest green.
Durability Testing:
For this I used my second epic as it is my test phone for software and such. To meet the standards of daily use, I tested the phone while out at a Mall, Movie theater, Restaurant, and outside on trails. This allows different areas and different types surroundings for testing.
After Dropping the phone on several occasions and from different heights and on different material ( 1ft, 3ft, 5ft, 6ft) - The case never came off and surprisingly the case is almost un-touched. The phone was fully protected and no damage was done.
Options:
There have been questions if the case will fit with a Seidio Screen Protector, Phantom Skinz, Invisible shield, and 3rd party brands. I tested the case with phantom Skinz – Tight fit but still works great. Seidio Screen Protector – Fit perfect, Invisible Shield - The case fit like a glove. 3rd party skins provided the same results.
If there are any questions please feel free to post. Other colors and products coming soon.
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tell them to release a case that can replace ur backplate instead of snapping on top...either that or a premium case with felt lining
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Really you cannot go wrong with black unless perhaps a chrome/rubber premium case w/felt and galaxy s logo (of course with seido at the bottom

zigarath said:
tell them to release case that can replace ur backplate instead of snapping on top...either that or a premium case with felt lining
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Will do, now is there a color preference of the felt and back case? ( there are some that are picky about that ).

Zigarath has a good idea there. If they had a backplate that flared out just enough to cover the chrome edges it could probably be a lot smaller. Id love to see photos of the white and I'm curious how the colored cases attract markings/stains. I have always had black seidio cases but am considering something a bit more vibrant but would hate for it to get all marked up and dirty after a short period of time.

tbobaggins said:
Zigarath has a good idea there. If they had a backplate that flared out just enough to cover the chrome edges it could probably be a lot smaller. Id love to see photos of the white and I'm curious how the colored cases attract markings/stains. I have always had black seidio cases but am considering something a bit more vibrant but would hate for it to get all marked up and dirty after a short period of time.
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The rubberized coating is smoothed and not course so stains and markings are less prone to occurring and visibility.
More colors soon to come as there will be a review for every color possible.
Any other color requests?

you spoke about how they designed this case differently from others taking into account of the sliding keyboard, etc.
any chance of taking photos of the top and bottom cases seperately so that i can see what you're trying to explain about their "features" and how/where the clips are placed?
update: ah, i think i see what you're talking about in some of the photos, i can kinda see the clips on the bottom of the case near the word Samsung. Great photos of the close up btw

yellowxboy said:
you spoke about how they designed this case differently from others taking into account of the sliding keyboard, etc.
any chance of taking photos of the top and bottom cases seperately so that i can see what you're trying to explain about their "features" and how/where the clips are placed?
update: ah, i think i see what you're talking about in some of the photos, i can kinda see the clips on the bottom of the case near the word Samsung. Great photos of the close up btw
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If you like I can get some better photos of the clips on both cases, use higher contrast so there more visible.
Just as a kicker some photos where taken with the epic

Since you are advertising for Seidio I can see why you have such a positive bias on their behalf.
But Id have to disagree with your review.
With the case on, while the clips are as thin as they could possibly be, they still pull the phone apart slightly and rub on the silver bezel of the phone. While it might not be noticable to you, the smoothness of the slider is compromised and I can physically feel the clips snagging as the keyboard is opened and closed.
The case feels sturdy on, but many people are reporting that after using the Seidio case for an extended amount of time and then removing the case, the phone feeling much looser sliding open, and even having phone wobble that wasn't there before.
posted from a EPIC4G.

looks good enough, altho id prefer a cobalt blue color, also kinda away from topic i noticed you had a slight orange peel effect on the screen. is that with the invisashield?

NeonMonster said:
Since you are advertising for Seidio I can see why you have such a positive bias on their behalf.
But Id have to disagree with your review.
With the case on, while the clips are as thin as they could possibly be, they still pull the phone apart slightly and rub on the silver bezel of the phone. While it might not be noticable to you, the smoothness of the slider is compromised and I can physically feel the clips snagging as the keyboard is opened and closed.
The case feels sturdy on, but many people are reporting that after using the Seidio case for an extended amount of time and then removing the case, the phone feeling much looser sliding open, and even having phone wobble that wasn't there before.
posted from a EPIC4G.
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This is information that is needed, I also have phone wobble but that was before any case. With your case on does it show minor separation?
my review is positive as currently the experience with the product is positive. If there is a negative effect/issue with the product is better to find, isolate, and repair.

shabbypenguin said:
looks good enough, altho id prefer a cobalt blue color, also kinda away from topic i noticed you had a slight orange peel effect on the screen. is that with the invisashield?
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I'm hoping to get the blue for review also. That is my color of choice.
Yep, When I had it installed I wondered if it was going to affect the screen, to my surpurise IMO didn't really change anything, once you turn on the screen the screen protector blends right in.

zigarath said:
tell them to release a case that can replace ur backplate instead of snapping on top...either that or a premium case with felt lining
x2 god i cant tell you guys how many times i have thought this and the countless hours i have spent looking for such a mythical creature!
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all the case scraping problems can so be avoided by just making a rubberized replaceable backplate and a thin rubber bumper on top. problem solved. I know seido browses these forums so hopefully they've seen enough people say the same thing and listen up

how easy is it to remove?

I did inform Seidio about the requests for a new case that would replace the Battery Cover also provided the reasons and benefits along with the consumer market interests. Also mentioned the requests for felt lining as I would also like this option.

that would be fantastic

The only problem I'm having with my Seidio is that the bottom left side (portrait, phone closed) of the back plate's clip is starting to break already. I've had a corner of it break off and the other is starting to go as well. No idea how it'll stay on if it does break, but for 30$ I was expecting a bit better quality than that.

lordcyrus said:
The only problem I'm having with my Seidio is that the bottom left side (portrait, phone closed) of the back plate's clip is starting to break already. I've had a corner of it break off and the other is starting to go as well. No idea how it'll stay on if it does break, but for 30$ I was expecting a bit better quality than that.
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Might be a defect, does happen. Since there is a warranty I would just give them a call or chat and file a warranty claim/RMA.

I would really like to see a review/photos of the active and rugged cases.

tbobaggins said:
I would really like to see a review/photos of the active and rugged cases.
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The active is still under development. Rugged has not been announced yet.

Seidio Active X Case Black Review UPDATED - 50+ pics

Will be doing a thorough review on the Seidio Active X Case, including some tests for durability. Pictures will be included.
Providing the Basics today along with a few photos, will run the case through a series of test for durability and use this weekend. More pictures to come!
My apologies if a couple pics don't look so great Camera was giving me issues.
Intro:
Well Just received the Seidio Active X case today and I have to say I was surprised. You are provided with three pieces. Outer Screen protector, a rubber back skin, and then a Plastic Skeleton to go over the rubber back piece. Installation was breeze and this case is easier to remove due to the design of the Plastic Skeleton. Outer Screen protector is pretty simple to remove but having finger nails will benefit greatly! Another thing to note: Since the Skeleton is a separate piece, changing colors will be simple ( if you wanted to could even paint it! ). Sliding Mechanism was not affected at all.
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Design:
Outer Screen protector
Outer Screen Protection Piece does have a taller lip and it is a little thicker but feels strong. With the taller lip I didn't find any affect or issues with comfort on the use of the screen or buttons. The finish is smooth with a rubbery feel, and yes you may find that one or two little bumps within the finish - (If you really want to remove the bumps in the finish then use 1500 or 2000 wet sand paper and very Lightly go over the bumps. Make sure to wet the paper - this will allow you to keep the finish). The tabs are located on both the top and bottom of the piece and sectioned in the middle ( view pictures above ). -- This is nice since the most common issue with cases is scratching or restriction due to the tabs being placed on each side.
Rubber Skin:
IMO - I love this! Provides protection for the phone without the possibility of the case scratching the phone itself. Both the Power and Volume buttons are covered but fit the form of the phone and require the same amount of pressure to be pushed. As for the cut outs - Match perfect- Mic, USB, Headphone, Camera, and LED, and if by chance yours does not you can also trim whatever excess you need to since its rubber.
Back Skeleton:
The back Skeleton has a very smooth finish with no bump in sight. The skeleton itself is very sturdy along with the clips located on each corner. Now the design was to set for most common point of Impact. On any phone there are 6 points - Top Left and Right Corner - Bottom Left and Right Corner - Left Side - Right Side. The Skeleton was designed around these 6 points of impact along with using the rubber skin interior as a shock absorber. The skeleton Case Wraps around on each point which in truth allows for a sturdier construction due to each point of impact being supported both by form and curvature.
I will provide pics of the phone within the case once the Camera is charged.
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If you can assure me that this product 1. Does not look as rough around the edges as in the pictures on the website 2. Allows me full functionality of the keyboard (slides open *duh*, doesn't hinder ability to use top row number buttons) 3. Is durable and well made enough to justify spending $29.95 on a case, then I will glady purchase it. Question: Is there any way you could get pictures different angles of the case for example the top and bottom with keyboard open/closed, I am seriously interested as long as I can have some good information to go off of.

thomasskull666 said:
If you can assure me that this product 1. Does not look as rough around the edges as in the pictures on the website 2. Allows me full functionality of the keyboard (slides open *duh*, doesn't hinder ability to use top row number buttons) 3. Is durable and well made enough to justify spending $29.95 on a case, then I will glady purchase it. Question: Is there any way you could get pictures different angles of the case for example the top and bottom with keyboard open/closed, I am seriously interested as long as I can have some good information to go off of.
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I thought i was he only one that notced it was looking a little rough on the website.. i hope a company like seido wouldn't release a product looking like that..
Tapatalkin' it from my Epic 4G

Any information any user provided I sent off to seidio for development of the active x case that way they can attempt a perfect case. I'm not sure but I think the color plate is switchable which would be a nice option.
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jok3sta said:
I thought i was he only one that notced it was looking a little rough on the website.. i hope a company like seido wouldn't release a product looking like that..
Tapatalkin' it from my Epic 4G
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Sadly ALL of the Active cases are like that.
On the Nexus and Evo active cases, the rubber has lots of extra bits, and the ports aren't perfectly cut.
On the Evo, the plastic shell doesn't fit perfectly around the rubber skin, and has a bit of a gap.
You can take a exacto blade and remove the uneven edges if you want.
posted from a EPIC4G.

NeonMonster said:
Sadly ALL of the Active cases are like that.
On the Nexus and Evo active cases, the rubber has lots of extra bits, and the ports aren't perfectly cut.
On the Evo, the plastic shell doesn't fit perfectly around the rubber skin, and has a bit of a gap.
You can take a exacto blade and remove the uneven edges if you want.
posted from a EPIC4G.
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That's disappointing to hear, how could they expect me to pay that amount for such bad quality? When we get some detailed pictures I will have a better idea of the quality, but until then all indicators point to a poor quality product.

thomasskull666 said:
That's disappointing to hear, how could they expect me to pay that amount for such bad quality? When we get some detailed pictures I will have a better idea of the quality, but until then all indicators point to a poor quality product.
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Seidio is currently the best quality case out there for the epic but it ISN'T any OtterBox or even CaseMate.
The plastic exoshell on my friends Evo has been shedding since she purchased it. Little bits of plastic come off the shell just from having it in her pocket.
Seidio is not worth the price of the product, quality wise. But when there is literally nothing else on the market, what else can ya do?
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NeonMonster said:
Seidio is currently the best quality case out there for the epic but it ISN'T any OtterBox or even CaseMate.
The plastic exoshell on my friends Evo has been shedding since she purchased it. Little bits of plastic come off the shell just from having it in her pocket.
Seidio is not worth the price of the product, quality wise. But when there is literally nothing else on the market, what else can ya do?
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That's the problem, is that there are no other options besides the Seidio case. Still waiting on those pictures though...
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Mine has been ship out to me already just waiting on it to arrive.
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Ordered one this afternoon. Hopefully, they'll show mercy and have it in the hands of USPS by tomorrow so I can have it to use on Saturday night
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Looks pretty good so far, I'm going to test my luck and buy one tomorrow, hopefully it turns out good!
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how easy is the back part to remove?

churro7 said:
how easy is the back part to remove?
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Not hard at all, just grab a corner and pull away slightly and should come right off.

Still not sure I can justify paying $30 for a case vs. $2 I paid for my ebay one. I'm sure quality is very different, but I feel like the level of protection I get from my ebay one (which I guess we are referring to as the "bar" kind from that other review) is adequate enough. It feels good in the hands too. I'll wait to see pics of this when you have everything fully assembled. I'm wondering how thick it gets with 3 pieces.

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How much more thickness does it add. Is it still pocketable? obviously it'll be thicker but pictures and actual hands on is always a differant story. Thanks!

I want to know does it fits in the media dock?

hugo87 said:
How much more thickness does it add. Is it still pocketable? obviously it'll be thicker but pictures and actual hands on is always a differant story. Thanks!
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Just a tad thicker really, add maybe 1mm if that IMO. Fits in the pocket no issue at all, and the case finger groves are perfect, ambidextrous. Also the lip around the Face Protection of the case has more depth.

SladeNoctis said:
I want to know does it fits in the media dock?
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Nope, sadly it does not, but then again no case does that I have heard of.

[Q] Best case for the Touchpad?

Does anyone have an opinion on the best case for the Touchpad? I was considering the i-Blazon leather case but wanted to see if anyone cared to weigh in. I tried to post a link to it but apparently I can't until I've posted 8 times. No worries, its the only brown i-Blazon case on google shopping.
Please avoid crap about how 'that case costs almost half of Touchpad'. We live in a world where good products generally cost real amounts of money. Getting the Touchpad for $100 was a STEAL. All of us know that. So... In keeping with the fact that most of us paid nowhere near what the Touchpad is worth... I just want a good case!
If you have thoughts on el cheapo cases, then awesome! I have two Touchpads, one external keyboard, and I'm throughly enjoying WebOS while waiting for Android.
Thank you in advance!

Imho Custom Fit Case is the best one but dam i cant find a way to buy it from Greece :S
edit: the iBlazon case for 20$ is pretty good deal, though are you sure it fits the HP Touchpad?

The link you references is for an ipad case, not the hp touchpad. There is one for the hp touchpad. On Amazon the title is "i-BLASON Executive Portfolio Brown Leather Case Cover Stand with Landscape / Portrait View for HP TouchPad 9.7-inch Tablet Computer". I can't post links yet...
To me, that seems like the absolute best case, but I haven't met another Touchpad user to compare cases with!

Ohh alright i didnt know they made one for Touchpad (though i still believe they just took the Ipad case and renamed it as touchpad case).
And the one you were referring to looks a lot like this one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HP-Touchpad...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item20bc367f2a
and its like 1/3 cheaper

The case you linked to is not real leather. The design is similar but the quality is not. Big difference between pleather (PU Leather in that ebay description) and real leather.

The i-blazon case looks to be totally covering up the bezel, except for the home button. That means you won't be able to use the swipe function to minimize windows or close the cards. A deal breaker for me. I'm using the official hp case and love it. I gotta find some kind of elastic strap to keep the "screen flap" from flapping around though.

You could have a look at what Oberon Design have to offer - their iPad 1 covers should fit fine because they use corner straps. I have one of their covers for my Kindle and have modified one of their small journals to accommodate my Sony 650. They are also extremely helpful so if you have any questions, send them an email.
The quality of the leather is simply amazing and it's really well made.
Now for a few words of caution
-Their stuff isn't cheap, particularly when ordering from outside the US with p&p , vat on import etc... (I get stuff delivered to a friend in the US who brings it over when he comes to London for a visit)
-It's made to order so allow up to a week between ordering and despatch
-The covers aren't light - remember, they're nice thick real leather
-The designs aren't going to be to everyone's taste, their stuff is *different* and *original* - the hint is in the name of the company, people who like to just stick with the herd are advised not to look!
www.oberondesign.com/iPad1.php
edit: there's more than 1 colour for each design, click on the pictures to see what's available
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Wow nice covers but i cant pay more for a cover than i paid for the device. That said again i have to comment the covers are preety nice.

I did say it wasn't cheap currently debating whether I should get one - they are so incredibly nice in real life, believe me. Every time I have the bad idea of looking at their site I want to buy something. On the plus side, there's fewer designs for the iPad covers than there are for the Kindle so it make choosing a little bit easier. It's also worth remembering that the covers will far outlive the devices so think about ways of modifying them for other uses later! I'm off on hols in a few days so if I have some left-over money when I get back I'll probably order one *sighs* ... I already have the Celtic hounds in black which is jaw-dropping, and the Medici in purple for my other toys. The only strap that looks like it will go over buttons on the TP is the top right one and this isn't a problem because it's the bungee. I'll probably send them an email and ask for the exact location of the straps as the TP is 2.8mm shorter than the iPad, width and thickness are so similar (0.3mm difference) that fit shouldn't be a problem
edit: I have emailed Oberon to ask about the fit, and also given them the relevant measurements. I'm hoping that they can try it if they have a Touchpad at hand (or if they can borrow one) and will update when I get a reply

tbqh, i have the official hp case that was being sold with the device, and i couldn't be happier it functions to protect the unit, and is a 2-stage stand, really an awesome buy in my opinion

I have the official case and whilst it's functional, I just find it incredibly bland . I'm also a bit annoyed with HP for not incorporating something in the design to keep it closed, surely they should have thought about that. I'm using a piece of elastic that I slip over the the case to keep the front flap shut when it's in a bag, not ideal but does the job.

http://store.griffintechnology.com/ipad/elan-folio
That's the case I went with. It's the Elan-folio from Griffin. Works great and holds everything just fine. It was meant for an ipad, but the touchpad fits just as good.

Picked this up from Wal-Mart for $30. It is designed for the iPad 2 but works damn good for the Touchpad. Available in 3 colors. The home button is clearly visible and functional, as is the volume and power.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Incipio-Premium-Kickstand-for-iPad-2-Black/16645593
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sessiz said:
The i-blazon case looks to be totally covering up the bezel, except for the home button. That means you won't be able to use the swipe function to minimize windows or close the cards. A deal breaker for me. I'm using the official hp case and love it. I gotta find some kind of elastic strap to keep the "screen flap" from flapping around though.
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What are you talking about? You don't swipe on the bezel... How would covering the bezel affect anything?

Hotconductor said:
What are you talking about? You don't swipe on the bezel... How would covering the bezel affect anything?
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Try swiping up from the bottom bezel with a card open
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Jocelyn said:
Try swiping up from the bottom bezel with a card open
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If your mission was to blow my mind, mission accomplished! Any other neat tricks I didn't know? Now I need to rethink the leather case idea.....

Hotconductor said:
If your mission was to blow my mind, mission accomplished! Any other neat tricks I didn't know? Now I need to rethink the leather case idea.....
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I've grown so accustomed to (or fond of) the swipe to minimize/close function on the touch pad that I found myself trying to swipe an app closed on my android phone today. Must have swiped 6 times before I realized what I was doing.

Hi folks, I am noob and submit to all its greatness. I was blessed enough to pick up one of these touchpads from BB, and found a case at Compusa you might want to know about
www adesso com - look under the Ipad keyboard section
- I am too newb so I cannot post a link.
It was on sale at Compusa for $50 .
First thing is obvious, this was not made for the touchpad, its designed for an Ipad, and the case has a snug fit around the touchpad but has a bluetooth keyboard that I was able to pair with. The touch pad will fit in slide in pouch, but will not fully clasp. More on that in a second
The Bluetooth Keyboard. - In order to pair with this thing, you must
- turn on bluetooth on Keyb and touchpad
- search for keyboards in bluetooth prefs
- put in a key on the touchpad screen
I used `12345678"
- then type the same on the keyboard (NOTE* You will not see any prompts on the screen, just type "12345678" and press enter. ) This was how I got it to sync and have been able to repeat it . SYNC
The Keyboard is like one of those roll up silicone keyboards, and it has a magnetic backing that attaches to the case and keeps it in place pretty nicely. Under the Keyboard makes a nice little place to keep my official "HP ' cleaning rag.
Back to the case, so this thing has grown on me especially since the bluetooth keyboard works well. I am going to modify mine a little, by sewing in small pieces of elastic in certain places so that it has a little more room to expand. Overall, I think its worth testing out if theirs a retailer that sells it near by. I like it so far.

coffmad said:
tbqh, i have the official hp case that was being sold with the device, and i couldn't be happier it functions to protect the unit, and is a 2-stage stand, really an awesome buy in my opinion
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I agree with you in the official hp case. It fits really nicely and the two angles work perfectly. It is not leather but a kind of high density rubber with felt on any side that faces the touchpad.
The only complaint I have with the case is that it seems to get spots on the exterior. My daughter was wet and walked by me; a drop of water landed on the case and now there is a spot that will not come off.

I just got this in the mail today. Works well. I wanted a case that completely closed around the tp with a zipper.
http://www.amazon.com/Apple-Stand-Laugh-Vangoddy-Wrist/dp/B0043FODA6

Seidio Case Review for Skyrocket

I have been using Seidio cases for multiple generations of phones now going way back to the original Blackberry Pearl. I have given a few other styles a shot at times but I keep finding myself coming back to the Seidio cases. They have always held up well and the fact that they have a combination holster that works specifically with their cases was a bonus.
I have to backtrack a little before I get into this review. Had it not been for a miniscule moment of innapropriate anger, I would not have a new phone in my possession. Had it not been for the Seidio case on that phone, I would not have been able to get into it for all my needed information. So, in a matter of seconds I had taken a full pitching arm swing with phone in hand and aimed at garage floor. In all fairness, I had worn that Atrix out to the point where it was on its last leg(maybe subconsciously I was yearning for a new phone). Anyway, I digress, the phone ended up with its screen shattered and the shell slightly bent(I hit the concrete directly on the corner). To the credit of the case, it never came off and the phone stayed on the whole time without rebooting. I put a piece of packing tape over the screen, so as not to get cut by the shards of glass poking out, and I was able to swipe up, down, left and right. However ugly the situation, if that case wasnt on there, the phone wouldnt have been accessible. Now some might argue that having another brands case that rhymes with "hotter fox" might have saved it completely, I find it incredibly uncomfortable to use a phone that becomes 3 times its size because of a case. Nuff said.
I ended up replacing the Atrix with a new Skyrocket. This phone is downright awesome and puts the Atrix to shame in every department. However, we arent here for a phone review, so lets get on with it. I knew I wanted a case on the phone immediately so I picked up one of those slick rubberized cases(skin?) that stretches over the back of the phone and around the sides. This was a decent option but I am part of the 1% out there who wears their phone on their hip at work, I hate putting my phone in the pocket(unless Im wearing jeans). So, I needed a case that had a holster and thats where Seidio came in.
I looked through Seidios options and saw they had two types of cases for the phone and holsters that matched. Since this phone was pretty big, I wanted to stay with the slimmer type case that I had been used to in the past which was the "Surface" style. They also have an "Active" style which is apparently much more protective like the previously mentioned brand but more attractive. With this case I ordered it as a combo with the holster. One of my main concerns was how this phone would look on the hip, in a case, being how large it is in the first place. In retrospect, choosing a black case would have made the most sense for that argument. However, I chose the blue case because, well, I like blue, and I got the phone in white, so I figured I would nickname my phone the "Smurf".
A week or so later I received the package with the case and the holster. First thing I noticed was how absolutely cool the blue finish was on the case. It has almost a metallic hue to it yet is fully plastic. The feel of the case is as it has been in the past; not too grippy but not too slippery. It has a nice texture to it that lends itself to being able slide in and out of a pocket without pulling out lint but also not feeling like it will slide out of your hand when holding it.
I put the phone into the case and the pieces snapped together with authority. Take note, the first time you need to disconnect the two pieces will be a struggle. After that however, it will be an easy task. Just seems that the pieces need to get broken in for a bit before they come apart with ease. As I was holding the phone with the case on it, I noticed that it didnt feel that much bigger with it on. The case is really tight fitting and seems to just barely come off the "Surface" of the phone. There is enough protection above the front bezel though that you can place the phone face down and it wont touch the screen. The only thing that I wasnt too keen on was how deep the cut was to reach the power button. It seems to be at such an angle that you have to get your fingertip in there to press it right. Maybe over time that will change but at first it was an odd behavior.
Next up was wearing the phone to work on the holster. How did it go? Awesome! There is no denying that when you have a phone of this size on your hip, it does get noticed. There is no getting around the fact that nowadays, nobody wants a phone the size of the old V60, and because of that, you are hauling around a nice sized piece of web viewing real estate. I have to say though, I got tons of compliments on the case color. Everyone who saw it said they had never seen a color like that before, or as they held it in their hand, a case that looked so cool. The phone was light to begin with and the case did nothing to hurt that. The holster is very grippy but seems to disappear from the hip when the phone is in it. The weight distribution keeps the phone very close to the body and feels like its just there coming along for the ride. The holster is very sturdy and the phone clicks into it with a loud informative SNAP.
After about a week of wearing the phone daily to work in the holster and a few instances of slipping it into my jeans, I wholeheartedly recommend Seido cases yet again. After saving my old phone the way it did and the new materials they seem to be using, Seidio has a hit on their hands. With how well their manufacturing is and perfectly fit around the phone these cases are, theres really no reason to look anywhere else for something to protect your phone. Oh, and since my original rant, I have had no problems using the power key anymore.
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Thanks for the helpful review. I enjoyed the back story as well.
I think if I do end up purchasing this phone, the Seidio case is the first I'll try.

Thanks for the review, man!

I can second a recommendation for this case.
To be honest I just found I enjoyed my phone a bit more without a case on it, admittedly having to be a bit more careful with it.
If I had any complaint about the case it would be that where the two pieces connect. I can see where that was going to potentially be an annoyance down the road.

I have one and it's to slick for me. I run my phone nekkid now. The case cured me of wanting a case.
my .02 worth.

I got one today and it seems pretty nice so far. As mentioned, it can be hard to get it apart (off the phone) to begin with until you can figure a method that works best. I already have a Seidio Active case and I like it alot, but it is a bit bulkier than the Surface case. I think I will like this one because it works in my phone side carry case that I use at work. The Active was to bulky to use so I had to change over to my Diztronics case during the week. With this case, I think I'll be able to use it in the side carry case as well as in the holster that I bought with it. Just for some information, it seems that the Active holster works as well as the Surface holster for carrying purposes while the Surface case is on the phone. The phone seems to fit into both of them just the same so you might want to save some money if you already have an Active holster.

Why in the heck is there no kickstand??
I LOVE this case and my friends are always bragging about theirs having an awesome kickstand so they can watch movies on their puny S2 screens... Can anyone explain why the big, bueatiful SkyRocket cant stand up like a rocket? A rocket needs a stand to fly!!! Come on guys! Show me how stupid I am and where to get a kickstand case

toothpick5 said:
I LOVE this case and my friends are always bragging about theirs having an awesome kickstand so they can watch movies on their puny S2 screens... Can anyone explain why the big, bueatiful SkyRocket cant stand up like a rocket? A rocket needs a stand to fly!!! Come on guys! Show me how stupid I am and where to get a kickstand case
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The "Active" case has a kickstand.

scott14719 said:
The "Active" case has a kickstand.
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Indeed it does. Ive been using it since i got my SR in February. I love it. Very sturdy and protective without adding much bulk.
Sent from low Earth orbit with my Skyrocket.

I had this case but, returned it. The bottom part was a tad loose and would shift a bit in my hand. Not much but, enough to notice each time and make me give a grunt of displeasure. Also, the headphone jack area was just not large enough for a couple of my connections( I aux jack into home stereo and car stereo). Finally, the openings around the rocker switches just felt wierd to me. Low on the backside and high on the front side. A friend of mine has an Elago case for his Note. But, that they don't make one for the Skyrocket. That is the style I am looking for. I'm picky I admit. I would rather go naked than uncomfortable.

This looks great. I wanted something slimmer than my Seidio Active case.
Thanks!

Looks good, gonna switch it up.
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Just fyi, if you have a Best Buy near you, Seidio sells under the brand name Platinum Cases and it's actually $10-15 cheaper for the combo set with the holster.
I've used seidio for a while too now and when I was searching for a case I found this out and saved myself a good amount of cash since I also didn't have to pay for delivery... Same construction, no problems. Although I think the only color they have is black... I did notice the bottom is a tiny bit loose but I ended up buying a ghost armor screen protector and since I was there ended up getting the full body so now the case fits like a glove.
Hyper, with ya on the 1% that like to carry phone in the holster...lol I even wear it with jeans altho shirts always cover it...lol

[Review] Artech21 Note 4 Full Grain Wallet Case

Hello XDA Developers!
I recently received a review unit for the Artech 21- Full Grain Leather wallet case.
This case can be purchased through the company's Amazon Page:
http://www.amazon.com/Artech-21-Qua...pebp=1433719704918&perid=13QEY5QN8RR8F7ZRYV13
The Case consists of a leather outside cover, an inside vinyl cloth layer, and a tpu case which actually holds your phone to the wallet.
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Only half of the TPU case is secured to the wallet so that the other half can freely bend with the partition in the back portion of the wallet in order to create the 'stand' for viewing videos or setting the phone up as a display.
When the phone is seated in the TPU shell, the note's power and volume buttons are slightly recessed just enough to where they cannot be accidentally bumped while playing videos in stand mode or while in the pocket. However, the buttons are still easy to push when you want.
When you want to use the wallet in 'stand' mode, you can adjust the viewing angle by using the bottom edge's friction to hold the desired angle. I found this case to work very well at many angles and I didnt really feel like I had to keep adjusting it or worry that it was going to topple over. The large base (which holds cards and cash) works well and provides plenty of support for the heavy tpu and phone portions.
The S-Pen is not forgotten.. Artech made sure to include a large cutout in the bottom of the case for easy access to slide out the S-Pen. Very pleased!
Let's discuss the actual wallet functions of the case.
There is a clear section for displaying your id and it also has a large thumb hole for easy access to slide your ID cards out if needed.
Above that is four additional credit card pockets which easily fit standard credit cards. Notably, the credit card pockets bottom out with just enough depth to where you can still easily slide the card out for making purchases. You dont really have to worry about any of the cards being stuck in the wallet. Artech did a pretty good job designing this portion of the case.
One issue I had with the money portion of the case was that USD bills do not fit full length in the cash fold. I found that I had to fold the end of the bills to get them to fit, this method seemed the best for quick removal of the bills when I needed to make a purchase.
Overall I like the case's leather look and feel. It definitely adds a dimension of convenience with the integrated credit card, id, and paper money pockets. This case is not intended for protection, it is mostly intended for the high class looks and convenience of a wallet / case 2 in one. Some improvements which could be made would be to implement a closing latch to keep the case closed if it were dropped.

good review

I received my Artech case the other day and so here is my review. The case has a premium look and feel to it. I was very impressed with how it felt in hand and the overall build quality of the case. For my testing I used two credit cards, drivers license, and some business cards. I had no issues fitting all of those items into the case and never had to worry about them falling out. I really liked how the ID slot is clear like a real wallet.
All of the cutouts were spot on and never had any issues using the charging port, auxiliary jack, s pen, or the IR blaster. This case adds style and functionality to the note 4. The only complaint I have with the case is that there is no cutout for the earpiece so when talking on the phone you have to open up the case. This is not that big of a deal for me since I have been using the tone infinims for calls, but other people may find this annoying. Overall I really like this case and can see my self using Artech products in the future.
Picture quality may not be the best since I used my m9 to take the pictures.
Edit: Having issues uploading pictures. They will be up later today

Nice review and it looks like a nice case as well. Question though, you actually have money to put in there? Lol

Ryanmo5 said:
Nice review and it looks like a nice case as well. Question though, you actually have money to put in there? Lol
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lol , dude , be nice

Artech21-Offical said:
lol , dude , be nice
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I'm making fun of the fact that I'm always broke and never have any.

Ryanmo5 said:
I'm making fun of the fact that I'm always broke and never have any.
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lol , i knew ,
come and work for me , 12 K a moth

Artech21-Offical said:
lol , i knew ,
come and work for me , 12 K a moth
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12k a month? I'll work for you too lol
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Does the magnet affect the screen at all?

I'm looking for a case like that's slim that can fold the way back like this case and not be at a curve like most flip cases, I don't want real leather I want something a little stronger and durable, any recommendations?

My Review for Artech21 Wallet Case
I received this case a week ago. Here's my review of this case:
- There's a really strong smell to the case but it slowly went away after use (probably from the leather)
-The quality and stitching are nice. However, I have mixed feelings about holding it on hand. Perhaps the middle part is too roomy. It would have been better if the case was a tighter fit overall.
-The case doesn't have a magnetic clasp, so when I loaded it with cash and cards, the front could not stay flat. It is problematic to me because I prefer a slim look. If I were to drop the phone, the lid would definitely fly open. Also, without the magnetic clasp, the case looks bulky
- The TPU here is nice, easily to take off and on. Cutout for buttons are on point and secured.
-The camera is elevated and that's always a plus for me
-There is an opening for s-pen and easy access.
Overall, it does what it's supposed to do. However, for my personal preference, I would rate this case 5/10 (bulky look was a big turn off for me, no magnetic -1).

ConorCulhane said:
Hello XDA Developers!
I recently received a review unit for the Artech 21- Full Grain Leather wallet case.
This case can be purchased through the company's Amazon Page:
http://www.amazon.com/Artech-21-Qua...pebp=1433719704918&perid=13QEY5QN8RR8F7ZRYV13
The Case consists of a leather outside cover, an inside vinyl cloth layer, and a tpu case which actually holds your phone to the wallet.
Only half of the TPU case is secured to the wallet so that the other half can freely bend with the partition in the back portion of the wallet in order to create the 'stand' for viewing videos or setting the phone up as a display.
When the phone is seated in the TPU shell, the note's power and volume buttons are slightly recessed just enough to where they cannot be accidentally bumped while playing videos in stand mode or while in the pocket. However, the buttons are still easy to push when you want.
When you want to use the wallet in 'stand' mode, you can adjust the viewing angle by using the bottom edge's friction to hold the desired angle. I found this case to work very well at many angles and I didnt really feel like I had to keep adjusting it or worry that it was going to topple over. The large base (which holds cards and cash) works well and provides plenty of support for the heavy tpu and phone portions.
The S-Pen is not forgotten.. Artech made sure to include a large cutout in the bottom of the case for easy access to slide out the S-Pen. Very pleased!
Let's discuss the actual wallet functions of the case.
There is a clear section for displaying your id and it also has a large thumb hole for easy access to slide your ID cards out if needed.
Above that is four additional credit card pockets which easily fit standard credit cards. Notably, the credit card pockets bottom out with just enough depth to where you can still easily slide the card out for making purchases. You dont really have to worry about any of the cards being stuck in the wallet. Artech did a pretty good job designing this portion of the case.
One issue I had with the money portion of the case was that USD bills do not fit full length in the cash fold. I found that I had to fold the end of the bills to get them to fit, this method seemed the best for quick removal of the bills when I needed to make a purchase.
Overall I like the case's leather look and feel. It definitely adds a dimension of convenience with the integrated credit card, id, and paper money pockets. This case is not intended for protection, it is mostly intended for the high class looks and convenience of a wallet / case 2 in one. Some improvements which could be made would be to implement a closing latch to keep the case closed if it were dropped.
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offthatop said:
Does the magnet affect the screen at all?
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does not affect anything at all , only keep you case stay flat and closed

how is the case now ?
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