So yeah it doesn't look perfect but I did it as more of a proof of concept. I wanted a slim mostly-protective case but still wanted to see some of the nexus back.
It could be smoother and my knife slipped on the right edge so if you have a dremel, it may be easier. I still need to sand it a bit better too.
What do you think?
That's some seriously ghetto mod... xD
I'm going to be brutally honest, that's hideous
It's unique...I'll give you that
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Can't always have a case and our nexus 4 sexiness LOL
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I lost that case somewhere in my house
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Wow lol thats super ghetto.
you're probably better off buying a dbrand skin and slapping it on the back of the case if you want the nexus logo.
It's not that bad actually but you could have bought a transparent case?
+1 for the dbrand skin suggestion
This looks disgusting, and if ringke ever sold this on their website, I bet no one would buy it.
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Does anyone know of any neoprene sleeves (or it could be neoprone sleeves, idk) for the N4 kinda like the Nexus One came with?? That was by far one of the best accessories and doesn't take away from the sexiness of the phone while still protecting on the go!
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Does anyone know of any neoprene sleeves (or it could be neoprone sleeves, idk) for the N4 kinda like the Nexus One came with?? That was by far one of the best accessories and doesn't take away from the sexiness of the phone while still protecting on the go!
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Neoprene-Android-Pouch-Case-For-HTC-One-X-HTC-One-XL-/170933105536?
Is that what you're looking for? The HTC One X and the Nexus 4 are almost identical in dimensions, so this should fit perfectly.
nice ill check it out! thanks
edit: just bought it, should come with perfect timing to the phone's release! cant wait!
the only thing i worry about is the material, if it will scratch the glass on the phone! i hope not...
The whole point of that case is to protect the screen, I doubt it will scratch the glass unless you have sand inside it :laugh:
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The whole point of that case is to protect the screen, I doubt it will scratch the glass unless you have sand inside it :laugh:
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Just my usual self worrying about pointless things! can't wait for this phone!!!
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Just my usual self worrying about pointless things! can't wait for this phone!!!
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I feel you. lol I get paranoid with my devices.
hey thanks! i've just ordered 2 of these neoprene sleeves.
i also remembered the neoprene sleeve from the N1 and really liked it, hope this will be the same again .
i'll post a quick answer when i got the sleeve and the phone to tell you if they fit it.
I don't like the neoprene sleeves. I have one for my GNex, and it slides in and out way too easily. I much prefer the LEATHER sleeves that came with the G1's.
Also, they have neoprene sleeve for sale one eBay that are advertised for the N4. Not sure if that makes a difference.
Well I think I'll have to run my nexus 4 without protector for a few.days till I can decide on one.
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I don't like the neoprene sleeves. I have one for my GNex, and it slides in and out way too easily. I much prefer the LEATHER sleeves that came with the G1's.
Also, they have neoprene sleeve for sale one eBay that are advertised for the N4. Not sure if that makes a difference.
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Could you post a link for the Nexus 4 sleeves? I doubt it makes a difference between the One X sleeves, but I just want to get a look at them.
Yeah i just bought the one x version, I feel it will fit the best
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Could you post a link for the Nexus 4 sleeves? I doubt it makes a difference between the One X sleeves, but I just want to get a look at them.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Android-Neo...-Nexus-4-E960-Google-Nexus-4-/281017709757?ss
Where I ordered mine from. I used this on the S2 albeit the smaller version & it kept my screen completely scratch free. Not one scratch on the screen before I sold it last week.
So is anyone using a neoprene sleeve for their nexus 4?
Was wondering if this is a good buy. I had the original neoprene for the Nexus One and it protected my baby so well there wasn't one scratch on it.
I'd like the same one for N4
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It doesn't fit in my old nexus one sleeve
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Brought one of these for my N4. Great quality.
http://www.sfbags.com/products/cellphonecases/cell-phone-cases.php
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It doesn't fit in my old nexus one sleeve
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I know it doesn't, silly.
I was asking about the neoprene sleeves that were floating around on eBay that they said fits HTC one X as well as N4
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hey.. i thought some people would be interested to know that fact.
Any pics?
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I got this (the one x version) and it fits really snug...its kinda hard to pull it out smoothly but once the case starts breaking in it gets easier! However i ordered a mofi which should be here soon because the sleeve is too snug for me
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Well from the looks of it, this is the case that a lot of people have been waiting for. Judging from the pictures, it appears to be made of TPU for the front lip and bezel area, but what makes this case special is the back of the case is hard transparent plastic. The perfect way to show off the awesome backside of the N4 without sacrificing protection! To me it literally looks like my Diztronic TPU case with a plastic back side. The case is listed as "coming soon" , and here is the link:
https://www.rearthusa.com/google-nexus-4-hybrid-fusion-case
IMO this may be the case to rule all cases....
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Wow! That case looks great! I'm gonna sign up for the waiting list.
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That looks damn sexy!
Thanks for the heads up OP!!
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It's going to attract dust like crazy.
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Just put myself on the waiting list about 30 min ago. The case looks amazing :thumbup:
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Very nice looking case. Would to see a video of this case when its available
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I just bought this case. http://www.amazon.com/BasalCase-Nex...=1359213533&sr=1-1&keywords=basalcase+nexus+4
Depending on how I like this one and how well everybody else likes the Rearth, I'll probably be picking one up so I can have a different color.
OP you rock!
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I will be purchasing this case as soon as it becomes available and once it arrives I will be writing an in depth review .
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I just bought this case. http://www.amazon.com/BasalCase-Nex...=1359213533&sr=1-1&keywords=basalcase+nexus+4
Depending on how I like this one and how well everybody else likes the Rearth, I'll probably be picking one up so I can have a different color.
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I own that exact case. I really really like it and my only complaint as with most white cases its starting to get a Lil yellow tint on the corners of it all the way around. But I work in a refinery so its mostly my fault.
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The case looks PIMP. Thanks OP !!
this is the perfect case!
Waited for this sort of case for a long time and will definitely get it. But the one thing I suspect is, like current crystal clear hard plastic cases, the back will likely stick to any sort of rear protector and cause the sticky wet look.
I like this one. Not a fan of the clear back material but it will probably feel better in hand. Thanks op
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Waited for this sort of case for a long time and will definitely get it. But the one thing I suspect is, like current crystal clear hard plastic cases, the back will likely stick to any sort of rear protector and cause the sticky wet look.
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No I don't think so. The back looks like hard plastic not tpu material
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No I don't think so. The back looks like hard plastic not tpu material
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I doubt it either if its anything like the back on this case.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WHITE-TPU-R...137&pid=100015&prg=1006&rk=1&sd=271126962179&
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Are those cut outs for the buttons? I would love it if they weren't.
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No I don't think so. The back looks like hard plastic not tpu material
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Even hard plastic can stick to rear protectors if it's of the glossy, "crystal clear" variant that is extremely easy to scratch, which is what I'm assuming this one will end up having. I know because I had a crystal clear case before on my Nexus 4, and the reason I got rid of it was because it stuck to my rear Spigen protector (it was also just cheaply made and had tons of stress cracks upon arrival).
If it had a matte frosted clear back, then it wouldn't stick. But it'd also block the glittering effect, making it no different than the other generic TPU/clear back hybrid cases already on Ebay.
Ive emailed them about an estimated eta and what materials its made out of.
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Anyone planning to combine this case with these skins? http://dbrand.com/submodels/nexus-4/
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Is anyone using a bumper style case, if so any recommendations.
Found this on ebay
Check out this item I found on eBay: http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=171033319169
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I think this one looks good. http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Alum...axy-S4-SIV-i9500-Free-shipping/894804372.html
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rubberized?
I'm interested in a bumper as well but I'd prefer a rubber one, similar to the one iPhone 4 got after the Antennagate scandal.
RE: Aluminium Bumper
I just received mine after ordering it last week and it fits pretty well. Looks a few nano-meters off at some places and build quality i'd put at 8.5/10 but for a bumper under $15 i'd say go for it.
Also i got the silver brushed aluminium one and based on the design quality, id say the blue one would get scuffed pretty easily.
Hope this helped...if it did you know where the thanks button is :cyclops:
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Is anyone using a bumper style case, if so any recommendations.
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I ordered and received three different ones from Amazon:
rooCASE
Photive Hybrid
Poetic
All three of these are EXACTLY the same. No difference at all. So, if you want one of these, order the cheapest one.
I also ordered a couple others, which have not yet been received:
Case Square
KaysCase
I hope that these other two will be softer. The top ones are harder plastic.
UPDATE - These two are a little softer, but both have a cutout on one of the corners for a strap, which makes damage more likely if you drop it. I've stuck with the first models above, and been happy. One thing I especially like is that these bumpers aren't slick, so they very slightly stick in your pocket, making it so that they won't fall out unless you pull them out - nice.
With my S2 I used to have the Neo Hybrid EX bumper, and that was the perfect bumper - silicone inside, harder plastic outside. Spigen didn't make this for the S3, so we probably won't see it for the S4 either, unfortunately.
i ordered the grey Aluminum one last night. ill be lucky to get it in like 3 weeks. haha
This would look similar to those you see here G.lider aluminum bumper
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This would look similar to those you see here G.lider aluminum bumper
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the G.LIDER one looks best imo
Waiting for SGP lumi bumper
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I got this one in red it does the job and buttons are a lot easier to get to than my hard cover case
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=370815234491
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Ive got an aluminium one the silver one its really nice I love it.
I'm waiting on mine...
this is what i got
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BYGB2ZG/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have the metal aluminum bumper from eBay it's pretty fresh and not expensive
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Got my bumper case and im loving it... once i can get a camera ill post pic of the ine i have
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Got my bumper case and im loving it... once i can get a camera ill post pic of the ine i have
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Any update? I am thinking of getting the same case
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Any update? I am thinking of getting the same case
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Sorry still wasnt able to get pics...but love it... u know the bumper cases for iphone or even the nexus 4 its exactly the same... no back like the others.. just straight bumper... i would say get it if ur like me. No bulkyness and alkost naked but still protected a bit
Yep just ordered one.. thanks!
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http://www.ebay.ca/itm/221230631883...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
im waiting for this to come in the mail. does anyone have experience with this case. i mainly bought it for the finger grips and that it has rubber buttons. it doesnt have a name brand tho
Any thin rugged cases that have the otter protection. .im sure its a far fetched chance, but that would be cool if a company could make a thin case that has the material to be durable as otterbox defender. ..
I like the cases that have front and back covers that keep the screen inset some for ground impact clearance.
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Uag is as good as your gonna get
No such thing.
The uag looks pretty thin for a rugged case. Just about to order one
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Uag is as good as your gonna get
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Ya ....looks neat but nah ill pass on that one..
To me it looks like it would keep marks of the edges/bezel if slightly bumped ot dropped but I bet a waist height drop to concrete.... the impact would flow right thru it and crack or worse shatter a screen
I like the cases that over lap the top notification area and home key, and are raised above screen.... essentially like otter defenders do...
I Guess im more into the rugged cases .
I wanna be able to toss my cell on a coffee table or /car dash or drop it from 4 feet " if an accident like that happened as the unfortunate ones that by skinny cases do .....and not have to get super pissed or raise my blood pressure thinking for them two seconds what damage did I do
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The uag case has a drop test video you can watch. You'd be surprised!
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wujunho said:
The uag case has a drop test video you can watch. You'd be surprised!
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Yep that's what sold me on the UAG. Hope I don't end up testing it firsthand.
I think your asking for or expecting the impossible my friend....or hoping someone can defy the laws of physics.
There is a reason the otterboxes are so thick, dont you think they would make them thinner if they could?
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You may want to look at the Cygnett WorkMate Evolution case, which is slightly slimmer than Otterbox cases.
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Tomo1971 said:
I think your asking for or expecting the impossible my friend....or hoping someone can defy the laws of physics.
There is a reason the otterboxes are so thick, dont you think they would make them thinner if they could?
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Wasnt expexting anything thats why I said in op its probably a far fetched idea I knew this , but was worth a shot to ask, im not a noob to phones or cases I have a drawer full, It just pisses me off lol these company's cant think like some of us.. and build a case like we think they should... if anyone can otterbox can.
He'll id pay 100 if a case was thin as the s4 and had the otter protection. . Maybe aome space age carbon or kevlar material. ..
Think if the iPhone beetle shell case that's what kind of design im getting at... I despise open face cases what's the use on protecting a bezel or side when the screen counts for everything ..
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Check out that Gumdrop case on Amazon...
Uag all the way
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as of right now I'm using the ringke fusion case but I'm not liking the bulky size, how easily broken is the back when it comes to bumper plus the skin for antiscratch or suck it up and use the case?
also can anyone recommend thinner case for the n4?
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If you want true see through case you only have the rinkle and the bumper
If your not looking for true see through look for some transparent tpu cases out this plastic ones
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I have the black leather d band skin and a poetic black bumper. Looks great. Prevents scratches. I rarely drop my phone, and when I have I felt the bumper defiantly helped from scuffing up the sides. I hate cases. Hopefully the n5 will not be do fragile, so in can go naked like I normally do.
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all though the bumper will add width to the device.. if you have small hands it might be an issue, like it did for me lol. Ive been wanting to try the poetic bumper but cant seem to find on amazon nor ebay, the color i want that is.
Also, the back is not drop protected with the dbrand skin, even tho you wont see it if its cracked either. So its a win win
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in can go naked like I normally do.
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Tmi, bro
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