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Skinomi Carbon Fiber Skin is absolutely gorgeous

So I decided that I got tired of Samsung's infamous glossy polycarbonate fingerprint-magnet casing and decided to do something about it. I think you'll find the results below are quite stunning if I do say so myself.
Feel free to comment and share your thoughts/questions. : )
Skinomi TechSkin™ Samsung Galaxy S4 Carbon Fiber Skin Protector
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Pardon the blurriness as this was shot with my Galaxy Nexus in semi-low light
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Looks amazing I may have to pick up but need a spare oem back first and nobody has them! :/
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Is this a case or a battery cover?
How's the grip

oneandroidnut said:
Looks amazing I may have to pick up but need a spare oem back first and nobody has them! :/
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Here you go: http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-OEM-Bat...e_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item232b304731
Or if you don't feel like waiting on China: http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-Samsung...e_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item232bdf3b26
gt5oh said:
Is this a case or a battery cover?
How's the grip
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Neither, if you click the main link you'll notice this is actually a vinyl wrap that applies onto the device, effectively adding almost not thickness.

A vinyl wrap? I feel like that will eventually peel or catch on the edges with long term use... in and out of the pocket and eventually start peeling

gt5oh said:
A vinyl wrap? I feel like that will eventually peel or catch on the edges with long term use... in and out of the pocket and eventually start peeling
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Depends how you use it. The glue on it is really thick and tough so it does not peel easy. Also they recommend to use a heat gun once you're 100% sure you want to set it the way it is so the glue melts and bonds to the plastic (doesn't actually bond but sure feels like it afterwards).

I bought this instead, well see how it is
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300912800643

Inside a Genuine Galaxy S4 S View Cover!

My dad decided it was a good idea to cut off the S View cover of his S4 with a Stanley knife, because it was "annoying and always in the way, waving around in the air".
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I will begin the dissection when I have time. Stay tuned!

Why would you get the S view cover case if you didn't like the flap?

They sell the battery covers cheap online
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I personally like the S View cover, so after a bit of thought, I'm going to postpone dissecting it because to me it seems like such a waste.

vantt1 said:
I personally like the S View cover, so after a bit of thought, I'm going to postpone dissecting it because to me it seems like such a waste.
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From the looks of your pictures, that ship has already sailed.
It's not like you can reattach the front in any kind of esthetic way.

worktorest said:
Why would you get the S view cover case if you didn't like the flap?
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Wasn't my idea...
richii0207 said:
They sell the battery covers cheap online
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I still have the original battery cover.
nunjabusiness said:
From the looks of your pictures, that ship has already sailed.
It's not like you can reattach the front in any kind of esthetic way.
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You're right. I don't even have an S4 anyway. I'll cut it open tomorrow.

Nothing special. There's a small magnet along the left side of the cover, which I'm guessing activates the S-View mode. The cover itself is very tough and very hard to separate, so I quickly gave up. The whole thing is probably made from the same material as the clear window.

Custom Nexus 9 Case

For those who are still waiting for a better case to come to the market like me, but cannot use it without a case, you can try cutting out the Nexus 9 Box for a temporary case.
Just did mine, and it looks great with the HUGE 9 in front plus bubble wrap protection in between, and a kickstand.
youtu.be/QjloO7hEVvQ

joshzx said:
For those who are still waiting for a better case to come to the market like me, but cannot use it without a case, you can try cutting out the Nexus 9 Box for a temporary case.
Just did mine, and it looks great with the HUGE 9 in front plus bubble wrap protection in between, and a kickstand.
youtu.be/QjloO7hEVvQ
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Picture, or it didn't happen.

mrshades812 said:
Picture, or it didn't happen.
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Look at the youtube link? I cannot add link due to not having enough post on here yet. Go to youtube.com
then append /watch?v=QjloO7hEVvQ to it. :fingers-crossed:

joshzx said:
For those who are still waiting for a better case to come to the market like me, but cannot use it without a case, you can try cutting out the Nexus 9 Box for a temporary case.
Just did mine, and it looks great with the HUGE 9 in front plus bubble wrap protection in between, and a kickstand.
youtu.be/QjloO7hEVvQ
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LOL. Ghettofabulous!

That's a sweet case you got there

Nice! LOL. I like the music too!

I'm using an old car handbook cover which fits perfectly. For once in my life I have successfully transitioned something I should have thrown away to something useful. My life is complete.

Nice use of rubber bands. Im using one on an ipad air case i found at sears on clearance.
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supple leather back only

I am looking for a good steer. One that doesn't mind being killed, skinned, tanned and slapped in the most minimal way on the back of my Pixel Xl.
Anyone know such a cow?

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I am looking for a good steer. One that doesn't mind being killed, skinned, tanned and slapped in the most minimal way on the back of my Pixel Xl.
Anyone know such a cow?
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But seriously, I am not sure of any leather cases that are not of the wallet type. This one is simply a pouch...
https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&ai...ahUKEwj_yZbVi-rPAhUIND4KHYKGBQQQwg8IDA&adurl=
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Shame right. I love leather covers with no front. Such a rare happening in phones these days.
Also got that Maxboost clear case and MEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHH. Thick rear and I hate that. I don't want protection, just grip.

I'm surprised Google didn't come up with one to be honest. Even the iPhone had a nice leather case from Apple. It survived many concrete falls when getting out of my car.

Would be nice if these guys made stuff for the Pixel:
https://jamieclawson.com

@slickwraps has a couple of the leather-like backs. Personally I'm hoping for the ostrich or football pig leather types ie https://www.slickwraps.com/natural-series-wraps-skins-for-nexus-6.html

I wish SENA would make a couple cases for us

clockcycle said:
@slickwraps has a couple of the leather-like backs. Personally I'm hoping for the ostrich or football pig leather types ie https://www.slickwraps.com/natural-series-wraps-skins-for-nexus-6.html
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Apparently they are not producing the Natural series for the Pixels.

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Apparently they are not producing the Natural series for the Pixels.
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Awe, thats a shame, @slickwraps naturals were fantastic on my Moto Nexus 6..

Yeah I'd love a minimal leather case, a la GS7E. I haven't really seen anybody who makes decent comparable cases.

Accessories Carbon case

Finally came the carbon (aramid) fiber case for the xiaomi 12. This looks to be made by the same manufacturer as the Oneplus one's.
Build quality and fit are top notch, same as my old OP 6 case.
Don't know if links are allowed, but bought it at aliexpress.
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Nice case indeed. Looks like a little bit more special than my standard black cases. What did you pay for it?

I’m curious if it block the access of SIM card?

Danacy said:
Nice case indeed. Looks like a little bit more special than my standard black cases. What did you pay for it?
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I paid 23€ for it delivered. Yeah they were normal black ones, but having had the same in the OP6 I wanted a little change hahahaha. Both look awesome imo.
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I’m curious if it block the access of SIM card?
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Yeah, unfortunatelly. But being a dual sim, I don't find myself changing the sim cards regularly.
Thankfully it's pretty easy to remove and clip on. Also it protects the full body, unlike the OP ones, so that's a big plus for me. All the holes cut to perfection
Another big plus it's that it wont interfere with any screen protector, as it clips just to the frame. Now I'm looking for a good screen protector that covers all the glass. If anybody knows one, please let me know, I'll be very grateful.

I also ordered the cover, I'm still waiting. Please, is it magnetic? THX

Thanks for the hint.
Loved that case style also on my OP 6T.
Ordered one from aliexpress.

efkosk said:
I also ordered the cover, I'm still waiting. Please, is it magnetic? THX
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It's pure aramid fiber, so not likely.