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I wanna keep the phone as sleek as possible , what cases do you guys recommend ? any nice bumper case because I can't seem to find anything nice like I don't want those otterbox cases they make a phone look like a transformer.
Thanks guys
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I wanna keep the phone as sleek as possible , what cases do you guys recommend ? any nice bumper case because I can't seem to find anything nice like I don't want those otterbox cases they make a phone look like a transformer.
Thanks guys
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ive had a cheap little sleeve, and it really did nothing for protection. I know your against otterboxs, but I will still recommend a otterbox commuter. It DOES add some thickness to your phone, but it offers amazing protection. a sleeve really only protects from scratches, not big drops.
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ive had a cheap little sleeve, and it really did nothing for protection. I know your against otterboxs, but I will still recommend a otterbox commuter. It DOES add some thickness to your phone, but it offers amazing protection. a sleeve really only protects from scratches, not big drops.
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Well at least I would rather look at incipio cases just one question do all the versions att.. sprint verizon etc (I have Verizon) one version of a case should fit them all right?
Rearth Ringke Slim cases.
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ddggttff3 said:
ive had a cheap little sleeve, and it really did nothing for protection. I know your against otterboxs, but I will still recommend a otterbox commuter. It DOES add some thickness to your phone, but it offers amazing protection. a sleeve really only protects from scratches, not big drops.
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Rearth Ringke Slim cases.
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Forgot about about the Rearth! now I have to decide between this or Incipio SILICRYLIC
otter cases are the best! =DDD
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otter cases are the best! =DDD
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They might be but I don't like making my phone look like robocop lol
I love these cases very slim http://www.igadgitz.com/products/fi...le-phone---screen-protector.html#.UCa996O3PFo
Or this one http://www.igadgitz.com/products/fi...rethane-tpu)-case-cover-for.html#.UCbAGKO3PFo
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I went to the mall to test out the cheap cases and I could hear my phone hit the glass counter top when I gently turned it over. I went directly to Best Buy Mobile and overpaid for a Belkin... which is what I also bought for my original Incredible. I love the fit, protection, and coverage of the buttons. I clean my phones daily, so I like that the buttons aren't exposed.
Just my 2 cents.
Good luck with whatever you decide!
The inciPio silicrylic case. It's a slim 2 piece case at a reasonable price. It looks so GOOD to me. ( I have a white galaxy s 3 with the white and gray version of this case ) it's stylish, slim, and provides great protection
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http://www.wirelessground.com/samsung-galaxy-s3-s-iii-body-glove-dropsuit-case-black.html?utm_source=samsung-galaxy-s3-s-iii-body-glove-dropsuit-case-black&utm_medium=shopping%2Bengine&utm_campaign=googleproducts&gclid=CI7i8Zvd4LECFcXBKgodRjAAbQ
I have been really impressed with this case...not too bulky, nice grip on the side, the corners have extra reinforcement.
I have the Incipio Dual black/black on my white phone. Looks super sexy and really doesnt add much bulk while still providing great protection.
patt2k said:
I wanna keep the phone as sleek as possible , what cases do you guys recommend ? any nice bumper case because I can't seem to find anything nice like I don't want those otterbox cases they make a phone look like a transformer.
Thanks guys
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You can look at SGP's line of cases,
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s3.html
Samsung Galaxy S3 Case Neo Hybrid Color Series (TPU back cover and a polycarbonate frame)
Samsung Galaxy S3 Case Neo Hybrid Lumi Series (Same as Color Series but brighter colors)
Samsung Galaxy S3 Ultra Thin Air Series (Polycarbonate back)
Samsung Galaxy S3 Case Modello Series (TPU Case)
I've tried the Incipio case and currently use an Otterbox. The Incipio case was nice and the color complimented well, but felt too loose. The Otterbox fits tight, but is too tight for those who need to change battery frequently or whatever. I haven't completed decided which I like better.
Hey guys I ordered my N4 about some time ago and it's gonna be here soon. Meanwhile i was going through the accessories thread and i found many cases here but I'm unable to decide on what to get. Need your help.
Firstly, should i get a full case with a front screen guard or a bumper with front and back protection? I really want to show off the back of my phone but then i don't want to screw it up either so i need your help in deciding for a case combo that will offer good protection. I really don't want flip cases or pouches so that's out of the question now. I've found a few i like and if anyone is using any of them currently, a small review will be appreciated! Here are the ones i liked
Cases:
1. Poetic Bumper Case
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Border...&sr=1-1&keywords=poetic+bumper+google+nexus+4
2. Nexus 4 Bumper
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1963380
3. Diztronic TPU Case
http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main...id=304&zenid=ec46bb59dba170c54c2d33f5f61b0660
http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main...id=303&zenid=ec46bb59dba170c54c2d33f5f61b0660
4. Kays Case
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1986174
5. Cruzerlite TPU
http://www.cruzerlite.com/preorders/pre-order-androidified-a2-tpu-case-for-lg-nexus-4
6. Rearth Ringke
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rearth-Ring...9?pt=PDA_Accessories&var=&hash=item3f1f8b1e47
7. Nillikin Matte TPU
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Mat...5?pt=PDA_Accessories&var=&hash=item19d727d64d
Screen Protectors:
1. Skinomi TechSkin
http://www.amazon.com/Skinomi-TechS...TF8&colid=22ZDSI283Y0PB&coliid=I1KCRW9PCVVJ28
2. XtremeGuard
http://www.xtremeguard.com/LG-Googl...-4-screen-protector.htm?CartID=1#.UKuFT4fBEuA
3. XO Skins
http://xoskins.com/cell-phones/google-skin-protectors-cases-shields-guards-armor-screen
4. Spigen SGP
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/google/nexus-4/google-nexus-4-screen-protector-steinheil.html
Please help me decide guys! Also, if you can find any coupon code it would be much appreciated! Thanks!
I bought XO skins for the front and Xtreme guards for the back.
Also bought Poetic Atmostphere for more protection.
And bought the Ringke Slim and Nillkin cases for a slim and good feeling/looking case.
So IMO, I recommend those.
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I bought XO skins for the front and Xtreme guards for the back.
Also bought Poetic Atmostphere for more protection.
And bought the Ringke Slim and Nillkin cases for a slim and good feeling/looking case.
So IMO, I recommend those.
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Thanks i'll consider them!
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Done! Sorry for the trouble!
I'm waiting on the Poetic Atmosphere case too, iPhone 5 one looks great for what I'm looking for. Also got the Xtremeguard skins, can't comment on them yet as I don't have the device.. :|
I just purchased #3 http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main...id=303&zenid=ec46bb59dba170c54c2d33f5f61b0660
Looks nice and slim.
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Done! Sorry for the trouble!
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no trouble at all. im just lazy but no doubt you will get more responses if peeps can just click.
edit: i got a thing for the robot and i am not ashamed to admit it.
what i would like to see in a case is a way to allow for the sound to come out. my att gs2 speaker is slightly curved to allow for it to bounce. everything i see does nothing but smother that which is already smothered. i think i am going to do nothing more than stick a couple of milimeter wide and tall lumps on the bottom corners and call it good.
I bought the Ringke White Slim Case and I love it! It looks awesome and feels awesome. I also just purchased 3 full body xtreme guards. Total was 6 bucks! So i recommend those! :good:
All of them!!! lol
I got BSE, x-line case(i think), a Rearth case, and a Poetic bumper case but I know I will be getting the official bumper and hopefully a curved screen protector from SGP in the future to replace the front BSE if they make one. Same goes for the SGP Bumpers too. I'll be posting pics of Rearth and BSE soon. Someone should make a thread with a first post containing only user submitted pictures of accessories.
Josh98 said:
I'm waiting on the Poetic Atmosphere case too, iPhone 5 one looks great for what I'm looking for. Also got the Xtremeguard skins, can't comment on them yet as I don't have the device.. :|
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I actually didn't like the look of the atmospheric case. It's just the matter of personal preference although! Let me know about the xtremeguard when you can i heard they have orange peel effect which is why i'm undermining them.
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no trouble at all. im just lazy but no doubt you will get more responses if peeps can just click.
edit: i got a thing for the robot and i am not ashamed to admit it.
what i would like to see in a case is a way to allow for the sound to come out. my att gs2 speaker is slightly curved to allow for it to bounce. everything i see does nothing but smother that which is already smothered. i think i am going to do nothing more than stick a couple of milimeter wide and tall lumps on the bottom corners and call it good.
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Well we all are lazy so i don't blame you Even i liked the cruzerlite a lot and i'm considering getting it let's see what i finally decide!
SwayART said:
I bought the Ringke White Slim Case and I love it! It looks awesome and feels awesome. I also just purchased 3 full body xtreme guards. Total was 6 bucks! So i recommend those! :good:
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One more point to Ringke i guess How's xtremeguard? I heard it has orange peel. Is it good enough for protection compared to others?
Does it have all the cutouts?
logic0verflow said:
All of them!!! lol
I got BSE, x-line case(i think), a Rearth case, and a Poetic bumper case but I know I will be getting the official bumper and hopefully a curved screen protector from SGP in the future to replace the front BSE if they make one. Same goes for the SGP Bumpers too. I'll be posting pics of Rearth and BSE soon. Someone should make a thread with a first post containing only user submitted pictures of accessories.
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Has the poetic bumper arrived? How is it? Considering that, ringke or the official bumper. Would be grateful if you wrote a small review for each case! And please post pics ASAP will help me in deciding a lot! Thanks!
I got to go with diztronic, thats what I use on my galaxy nexus now. Thin,light, and goes on and off easily yet fits snug.
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Has the poetic bumper arrived? How is it? Considering that, ringke or the official bumper. Would be grateful if you wrote a small review for each case! And please post pics ASAP will help me in deciding a lot! Thanks!
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I'll be posting pics of the Rearth case once I get my BSE installed tonight. The poetic bumper doesn't ship till the 30th I believe. I will create another thread for accessory pics if no one else does.
logic0verflow said:
I'll be posting pics of the Rearth case once I get my BSE installed tonight. The poetic bumper doesn't ship till the 30th I believe. I will create another thread for accessory pics if no one else does.
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Looking forward to it. Does BSE have cutouts for proximity sensor? Which is better BSE or Xtremeguard? Considering either and which is better among diztronic and rearth?
Xtreme guards are pretty good. But you can tell the quality difference with that and XO skins. XO feels much more premium and smoother. And little to no orange peel effect. So I would suggest XO over Xtreme if you don't mind paying a couple more bucks.
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Wait it out if you don't like what you see.
I'm waiting for tech21's Impact Band Cases to come out for the Nexus 4. They replied to a PM on Facebook, and on their official facebook page, that cases for the Nexus 4 are coming, and check it out for yourself, those cases will be better than anything out so far; a good amount of protection from drops, and a detachable clear backplate for showing off the backs of our phones. Here's a link to their Impact Band for the iPhone 5.
I've been using the Ringke Slim as a stopgap for the time being and while it's very good for the $10 total that it cost, I've been wanting to show off the beautiful design of the phone and it's a shame to lose that with the cases out now. The best of both worlds will hopefully be here soon! If you guys agree, pester them on Facebook and their customer service so that they know we're waiting!
Here are pics of the Black Rearth case, its really thin but pretty hard. If your looking for drop protection get something else. On a scale of 1 to 10 for protection with 1 being no case and 10 being something like Otterbox, I give it a 3 almost a 4. I'll be using it for now until I get adjusted to holding this bigger phone but I can imagine myself taking it off soon.
Here is my post on BSE screen protectors as well.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35194441&postcount=408
Poetic Atmosphere or Diztronic. If you're looking for a slim hard case, I'd go Nillkin
I wanted an otterbox commuter but since that wasn't possible, I just ordered a diztronic. My wife got one for my vivid and the quality and fit our perfect and it adds a much needed grip to the phone and adequate protection without sacrificing the phones good looks.
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logic0verflow said:
Here are pics of the Black Rearth case, its really thin but pretty hard. If your looking for drop protection get something else. On a scale of 1 to 10 for protection with 1 being no case and 10 being something like Otterbox, I give it a 3 almost a 4. I'll be using it for now until I get adjusted to holding this bigger phone but I can imagine myself taking it off soon.
Here is my post on BSE screen protectors as well.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35194441&postcount=408
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Thanks for the pics! It's too thin i'd rather go for diztronic i need protection primarily. Is BSE adequate or should i go for XO? Also does the case cause the screen protector to peel off? I dont want them to interfere!
karanrajpal14 said:
Thanks for the pics! It's too thin i'd rather go for diztronic i need protection primarily. Is BSE adequate or should i go for XO? Also does the case cause the screen protector to peel off? I dont want them to interfere!
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Yeah from the pics I would go with Diztronic. Rearth didn't cause the protector to peel but it did cause these two small creases on the bottom back BSE that are slowly going away. In the inside pic you can see two lines that go from the top edge to the bottom. That's what caused it.
Oh yeah, my BSE doesn't have a cutout for the proximity sensor but it works just fine.
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If you are a fan of rugged yet slim cases, definitely take a look at the Urban Armor Gear case for the Galaxy S4. The case consists of a shock-absorbing inner rubber layer, and a rigid plastic mid-shell. Each corner has been reinforced with thick rubber to protect your phone from those deadly corner drops. UAG offers the case in four colors and includes a screen protector. At $35, this case contends with the Otterbox Defender and SPIGEN SGP Slim Armor.
In my opinion, this case bests both the Otterbox and SPIGEN in two important areas. First, it's much slimmer that the Otterbox Commuter, while offer similar protection. Second, it has much taller lip than the SPIGEN Slim Armor.
found it cheaper on www(dot)imarineusa(dot)com/urbanarmorgearoutlandcaseforsamsunggalaxys4rustblack(dot)aspx
is this fake????
KSAMJ said:
found it cheaper on www(dot)imarineusa(dot)com/urbanarmorgearoutlandcaseforsamsunggalaxys4rustblack(dot)aspx
is this fake????
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It looks legit to me, but your mileage may vary. It's only $5 cheaper, so not very suspicious.
Hey thanks for the nice review. Could you elaborate more on the included screen protector? I was leaning towards a glass screen protector and a cheaper case but now I'm leaning towards the UAG and using the included one. I really don't want to pay more than $35 on protection between cases and screen protectors. As far as non-glass screen protectors go how is the UAG one?
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It looks legit to me, but your mileage may vary. It's only $5 cheaper, so not very suspicious.
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it is not 5$ cheaper
the price on checkout is $21.45 ... so it is more than 12 $ cheaper
anyone can confirm this is genuine ?????
Thanks for the review... I think I will be ordering 1!
In for best place to buy from the cheapest possible. Thanks!
irishrally said:
Hey thanks for the nice review. Could you elaborate more on the included screen protector? I was leaning towards a glass screen protector and a cheaper case but now I'm leaning towards the UAG and using the included one. I really don't want to pay more than $35 on protection between cases and screen protectors. As far as non-glass screen protectors go how is the UAG one?
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I haven't installed it since I have a dummy phone, but it feels like your typical $3 screen protector from Acase or Halo. I've never used a glass screen protector, but I guess it's safe to assume this one isn't as high quality.
I'll try to post a case and screen protector giveaway on our site tomorrow.
Thanks! I bought one yesterday. Shopandriod has them in stock for $29.95 + I had a 15%off coupon and got free shipping. Should be here Fri or Sat!
This really is a great case. Protective, but slim. I have the aero, but I'm really tempted to use that 15% off coupon at Shopandriod to get the white one too.
Do you know what the dimensions are of this case?
Best price
KSAMJ said:
it is not 5$ cheaper
the price on checkout is $21.45 ... so it is more than 12 $ cheaper
anyone can confirm this is genuine ?????
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It appears it is since imarine.com has a BBB score of 'A' and a good Reseller Review. They charge 8.95 flat-rate shipping though so it still ends up being about 30 bucks.
I picked mine up off of epal (shopepal.com) for $25 and free shipping. Was a little hesitant at first but they are a US based seller and also have an A+ BBB rating. Should be legit. I can't post links since I just joined but you can find them with an easy search.
Ill follow up when it is delivered to confirm.
Received my White UAG case today from Shopandroid. LOVE IT! Fits great, size is great, perfect case for me.
Anyone have the orange one? I have the Aero, and I may add another color to the mix but I'm torn between the Orange and white. I have a black mist S4
Just ordered the scout color from shop android. $25 and free shipping can't beat it!
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Having used both Spigen Slim Armor and UAG...
Having used both Spigen Slim Armor and UAG, here are my opinions.
As far as looks, the Galaxy S4 with Spigen Slim Armor (Metal Slate) looks like something James Bond might slip out of the inside pocket of his tuxedo. The Galaxy S4 with UAG (Scout) looks like something a Navy Seal might wrestle out of a tactical vest during a firefight.
I have dropped my Galaxy S4 while equipped with the Spigen Slim Armor. The fall was from about 4 feet high onto an unpadded hardwood floor. The case landed the top left corner as evidenced by a temporary "bruise" in the TPU but the phone was completely unharmed. However, it was that fall that inspired me to purchase the UAG case.
The UAG is, itself, a very slim case. I was expecting more bulk but was very pleasantly surprised. The increased depth of the UAG is, almost completely, attributed to the protective "lip" that surrounds the screen. Though, I still prefer the Spigen Slim Armor for slipping in and out of my pockets or for when I don't want my Galaxy S4 to look so "tactical", I prefer the UAG for everything else.
One specific trait about the UAG case that makes it a great utility case is that it has an incidental cavity behind the "UAG" logo that's perfect for carrying additional MicroSD cards, if you are one of us who often carry additional cards.
silverds said:
One specific trait about the UAG case that makes it a great utility case is that it has an incidental cavity behind the "UAG" logo that's perfect for carrying additional MicroSD cards, if you are one of us who often carry additional cards.
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Are they just in there loose and jostling about? Not that I necessarily think that will do anything bad, just curious.
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Are they just in there loose and jostling about? Not that I necessarily think that will do anything bad, just curious.
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They do slide around a bit in the space. I have a couple ideas to prevent them sliding about but it hasn't been too much of a concern to make it an urgent necessity.
Will this case work with a zagg shield?
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Anyone have the orange one? I have the Aero, and I may add another color to the mix but I'm torn between the Orange and white. I have a black mist S4
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I have orange and love it...looks very striking in person
So I am looking to get a new case for my GS4. I had a Nexus 4 previously and had the Poetic Slimline bumper. I loved it. It fit so nicely in my hand. So much so I got the Poetic slimline for my GS4. Its good but it doesn't feel the same. I think the reason is because of how rounded it is on the edge. On the nexus 4 rather than round to the back it angled.
So I am looking for a thin and light case that angles to the back rather than rounds or at least isn't a smooth transition. I do want it to offer some protection though. The poetic is nice for this because it has the hard and soft. One other thing is I love wireless charging and don't want to lose that (I have an insert).
In my search I have seen a number of things and am leaning towards an aluminum bumper right now. I am willing to consider othhings but this seems to do what I want best.
I haven't been able to find reviews on the ones I am considering.
Really like this (1) one. I think this (2) one is the same but without the back cover. Has anyone used either of these?
I am also considering a Spigen Neo Hybrid. Might make it too iPhone-esque though.
Any other suggestions would be nice.
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So I am looking to get a new case for my GS4. I had a Nexus 4 previously and had the Poetic Slimline bumper. I loved it. It fit so nicely in my hand. So much so I got the Poetic slimline for my GS4. Its good but it doesn't feel the same. I think the reason is because of how rounded it is on the edge. On the nexus 4 rather than round to the back it angled.
So I am looking for a thin and light case that angles to the back rather than rounds or at least isn't a smooth transition. I do want it to offer some protection though. The poetic is nice for this because it has the hard and soft. One other thing is I love wireless charging and don't want to lose that (I have an insert).
In my search I have seen a number of things and am leaning towards an aluminum bumper right now. I am willing to consider othhings but this seems to do what I want best.
I haven't been able to find reviews on the ones I am considering.
Really like this (1) one. I think this (2) one is the same but without the back cover. Has anyone used either of these?
I am also considering a Spigen Neo Hybrid. Might make it too iPhone-esque though.
Any other suggestions would be nice.
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I have the second one you talk about, I love(d) that case. It fit well in the hand and felt very premium. Unfortunately the service went from -94dbm to almost -103dbm, and I would constantly get failed text messages in places i would have normally 2 bars.
The neo hybrid is deffinently a sweet case, the back is a little slippery in one hand though.
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Spigen
Google Spigen S4
and scroll to their neo hybrid
i personally have a slim armor case and the spigen build quality to superb
make sure to buy geniune from site or your own trusted retailers( inside a genuine case has a verfication code to check if it is genuine)
I think that most if not all Aluminum cases with an aluminum rear cover will experience signal loss. Not a good thing under most circumstances.
I sport a UAG case which I'm very happy with.
I started a thread about the UAG a couple of weeks ago:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2451240
I've also looked at the Speck cases online which seem pretty intriguing.
http://www.speckproducts.com/smartphone-cases/samsung/samsung-galaxy-s4-cases.html
I have the Otterbox Defender & Commuter cases, as well as the Cygnett WorkMate Evolution case, but I don't think those are the look you're looking for.
Hmmm.... 4 cases in the last 3 months for a guy that never used any cases for years
SSMI said:
So I am looking to get a new case for my GS4. I had a Nexus 4 previously and had the Poetic Slimline bumper. I loved it. It fit so nicely in my hand. So much so I got the Poetic slimline for my GS4. Its good but it doesn't feel the same. I think the reason is because of how rounded it is on the edge. On the nexus 4 rather than round to the back it angled.
So I am looking for a thin and light case that angles to the back rather than rounds or at least isn't a smooth transition. I do want it to offer some protection though. The poetic is nice for this because it has the hard and soft. One other thing is I love wireless charging and don't want to lose that (I have an insert).
In my search I have seen a number of things and am leaning towards an aluminum bumper right now. I am willing to consider othhings but this seems to do what I want best.
I haven't been able to find reviews on the ones I am considering.
Really like this (1) one. I think this (2) one is the same but without the back cover. Has anyone used either of these?
I am also considering a Spigen Neo Hybrid. Might make it too iPhone-esque though.
Any other suggestions would be nice.
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I've also sent you a PM not sure if you got it, about if you wanted my aluminum bumper
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Just waiting for this to come in any day now
http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/sam...lite-bumper-for-samsung-galaxy-s4-white-black
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I have the Neo Hybrid, some things to consider:
1) The plastic bezel is awful, the paint will start chipping within a couple of weeks (I have chips all over the bezel), then you will see the unpainted white plastic underneath and they aren't cheap to replace at $9.99.
2) It looks nice, but if you drop it I highly doubt it will offer much protection, I did once and where it did drop I saw the frame's paint chip, luckily it was on my hardwood floor and not concrete.
3) I contacted Spigen's customer service and they are down right awful, you won't get a response for weeks and if you do they will say it's your fault. I understand that if I drop it and chip it is definitely my fault, however the bezel should not chip just from it being in my pocket.
I have moved on from the Neo hybrid to Obliq, the one linked below. It does add a little bulk, but man the case is built with high quality and looks great.
Good luck, I hope you find a good case.
http://www.amazon.com/Obliq-GS4-XTMPBK-Samsung-Premium-Protective/dp/B005OHS5WO
Honestly I think the best combination of both protection and slimness is going to come from either the Element Atom, Otterbox Commuter, or one of the Spigen cases.
Incipio makes some nice cases as well.
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I have the Neo Hybrid, some things to consider:
1) The plastic bezel is awful, the paint will start chipping within a couple of weeks (I have chips all over the bezel), then you will see the unpainted white plastic underneath and they aren't cheap to replace at $9.99.
2) It looks nice, but if you drop it I highly doubt it will offer much protection, I did once and where it did drop I saw the frame's paint chip, luckily it was on my hardwood floor and not concrete.
3) I contacted Spigen's customer service and they are down right awful, you won't get a response for weeks and if you do they will say it's your fault. I understand that if I drop it and chip it is definitely my fault, however the bezel should not chip just from it being in my pocket.
I have moved on from the Neo hybrid to Obliq, the one linked below. It does add a little bulk, but man the case is built with high quality and looks great.
Good luck, I hope you find a good case.
http://www.amazon.com/Obliq-GS4-XTMPBK-Samsung-Premium-Protective/dp/B005OHS5WO
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I got rid of my SPG Neo Hybrid Neo 2 days after getting it a couple of months ago because I saw the 'writing on the wall' regarding minimal if any drop protection, sagging neoprene after 2 days, cheap construct, etc.
With the above being said, the case in your link looks to be of protective construction, although it looks like a UAG knock off, but at half the price and nice selection of colors.
But I have to do more research on it.
I've since got a Speck Candyshell case which seems pretty cool.
I need some protection, but I also like some colors, more than the standard black cases available. I just ordered a 2nd Candyshell[/QUOTE]
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I read some reviews on the Obliq. They were general but positive, then I read a review that I'm linking to. This guy seems to be very meticulous, and he is comparing the Obliq to the UAG, which he has both owned:
http://www.amazon.com/review/R1JF3PCUYDD1LR/ref=cm_cr_pr_viewpnt#R1JF3PCUYDD1LR
Biker1 said:
I got rid of my SPG Neo Hybrid Neo 2 days after getting it a couple of months ago because I saw the 'writing on the wall' regarding minimal if any drop protection, sagging neoprene after 2 days, cheap construct, etc.
With the above being said, the case in your link looks to be of protective construction, although it looks like a UAG knock off, but at half the price and nice selection of colors.
But I have to do more research on it.
I've since got a Speck Candyshell case which seems pretty cool.
I need some protection, but I also like some colors, more than the standard black cases available. I just ordered a 2nd Candyshell
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Well that is odd, I have the gun metal and the black Obliq case and the buttons work as smooth as butter, right out of the case, no break-in period required. Also I have the UAG and the Obliq does look like a knock off but I think it looks better. Also the UAG ones are $29 vs $9.99 or $14.99 for the black Obliq case.
UAG is not better or worse than Obliq in my opinion. UAG also looks a bit worse with those fake screws in the back that are just part of the plastic, those make the case look cheaper, I wish they had just left those out of the design.
Go with whatever makes you feel better, but for 3 times the price you aren't getting a case that is 3 times better.
I have my s5 for a week now and although i do like to keep it without a case, it doesn't offer as much as protection but also i have been noticing that it is a bit slippery.
What are your recommendations for a case with a good grip? I was looking into getting something that wouldn't change the look of the phone much, but those slim cases that i have seen still seem slippery.
I was looking at the speck candyshell grip and although i didn't really love it at first, it seems like it would have a good grip. However, its very expensive and with shipping costs a bit over 40$ =/ So if you guys know a good and not so expensive case, i would appreciate the suggestions!
the zerolemon 8500mah rugged battery case it pretty good, and if you dont want a big bulky extended battery, otterbox is also a good brand to look at.
Thanks for the recommendations. I dont need the extended battery, but i will check otterbox as i have read good things about their "life proof" cases (though thats not the kind of case im looking for).
ZeroLemon zeroshock or razor armor
Laza x-armor
I just got myself their new X-Armor case. Great grip, study build and it doesn't look like anything else on the market which I love! The case is raised on both the front and the back so it keeps your phone scratch free and the case itself. Great look for the price.
Who makes the x armor?
fliptroniks said:
This case has nice side grips with a smooth matte back finish that feels nice in your hands here is the amazon link
http://goo.gl/6q4RUP
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looks just like Puregear Dualtek case ripoff ..maybe?
Try the speck candyshell grip case. It has good grip and not too bulky
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I can vouch for good grip on the speck, as well as body glove, and pretty good grip on uag.
Check out urbanarmourgear
Thank you all for the suggestions. I was going to go for the uag one but the price went higher and so I went with the candyshell grip,which was one the ones I liked also and I'm glad to see others are recommending it,so hopefully I made a good choice.
I will leave feedback of it once it arrives =)
Laza wireless
Its a company called Laza. I found their case on amazon(amazon.com/laza) and then visited their site.
ULTDpower said:
I just got myself their new X-Armor case. Great grip, study build and it doesn't look like anything else on the market which I love! The case is raised on both the front and the back so it keeps your phone scratch free and the case itself. Great look for the price.
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ULTDpower said:
I just got myself their new X-Armor case. Great grip, study build and it doesn't look like anything else on the market which I love! The case is raised on both the front and the back so it keeps your phone scratch free and the case itself. Great look for the price.
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Haha that case looks beast! Love the use of polygon shapes on it. Looks like something batman would have!
So, my speck candyshell grip arrives and...its awesome! it gives good grip, it looks nice(at least i like it) and it seems to have good build quality and materials. They could included a screen protector with the case considering the price and it would have been helpful whole my glass one doesnt arrive. Other than that, i recommend it.
One thing if you plan on getting this, monitor the price and of its not urgent maybe wait a bit. Use the website camelcamel to monitor the price. I got this for 20$ and i checked a few days ago and it was at 30$, so price can change like that.
Happy new years to you all!
Magpul is pretty good
Hi,
I use a TPU-Case from Art-Wizz,im very satisfiesd with that case
Spigen Tough Armor Case is pretty decent. Its quite hard and looks great too.