just picked one of these up from amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BQYEB9U/ref=pe_309540_26725410_item
this version is way more attractive then the s3 version.
hell yeah.
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Let us know how you like it when it arrives.
I like the extra corner protection. The case system seems like something from Aliens.
I had this case on my S3 for a few days before returning it, only because I didn't like the way the belt clip attached to the outer case. It's too hard to get it clipped in when the belt piece is still on your belt and you're trying to put the phone back in it. Also, I wasn't crazy about the clip piece being close to the screen. If this had a holster like Otterbox or a Seidio case I had for the S3, that would be much better IMO. Aside from the belt clip, the case itself is a solid Otterbox competitor, assuming build quality is the same for the S4 as it was for the S3.
I like the Trident Aegis case instead- just got one for my S4 and it offers the same protection without the bulky corners. I've had the Trident Aegis cases on my S2, S3 and now S4 and I must say its probably one of my favorite lines of cases.
Using the clip became 2nd nature after 2-3 days. I liked it because you could tell if the phone was on board without doing anything. What I didn't like is the ear opening cut off half the speaker and they didn't care.
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I bought one for $30.99 on ebay. I have one on my s3 as well. I love the 360 belt clip and removable kickstand. Ordered mine on 5th, will be here on today.
Now I just need the phone.
Got this yesterday. Looks like a cross between an Otterbox Defender and an Element Case design. I really like it; pretty sure I like it more than an Otterbox Defender.
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Also, I discovered that the Kraken fits in the Arkon Galaxy Note 2 armband; I'm positive an Otterbox Defender case would fit also:
http://www.arkon.com/sports_armband/armband-galaxy-note.html
One of my previous Kraken cases use to drive me crazy when I wanted to put it on its back. Does the kickstand cause the case to rock when face up? Looks flush in the pics.
@Shady Gambino
looking at the pictures you posted and the pictures i posted;
why is there a bar that runs horizontally along the "SAMSUNG" text ?
i really hope the one i ordered doesnt have that bar.
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@Shady Gambino
looking at the pictures you posted and the pictures i posted;
why is there a bar that runs horizontally along the "SAMSUNG" text ?
i really hope the one i ordered doesnt have that bar.
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There is a bar, check out pictures on Trident website: http://www.tridentcase.com/shop-pro...raken-ams-case-samsung-galaxy-s-iv-i9505.aspx
@Shady Gambino, I got exactly the same display model of S4 You can see from my Aegis review, exactly the same "frozen" screen shot from "Friday, March 29th" with "Sunny weather from London"
JawjaBill said:
One of my previous Kraken cases use to drive me crazy when I wanted to put it on its back. Does the kickstand cause the case to rock when face up? Looks flush in the pics.
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If you look on the back, the top corners protrude, so the upper 2/3 of the case are in contact with a flat surface when you lay it flat. If you push down on the bottom, it will tilt, however.
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@Shady Gambino, I got exactly the same display model of S4 You can see from my Aegis review, exactly the same "frozen" screen shot from "Friday, March 29th" with "Sunny weather from London"
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Hurrah for ebay :highfive:
Ordering one now. Trident has a promo code for 20% off - spring2013.
Love my Kraken for the S3, wouldn't have anything else on an S4
ive used my kraken for ~4 days now and i love the protection it gives;
but man...
the beltclip was designed so god damn poorly;
its a real chore to get my phone snapped onto the damn thing.
Mine just arrived and I'm loving it. Better designed than the S3 case!
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does the back have a non slip coating like the seidio
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does the back have a non slip coating like the seidio
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No. It is poly carbonate but has a small bit of texture and some louvers on the back (for heat maybe?). If you use the case without the back on it (Perseus) then it will have more of a silicone feel. Can't really compare this case to the Seidio Active because the Kraken is a Mil Spec case. Much more stout.
If anyone is interested I did a short video review of this case: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2288370
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No. It is poly carbonate but has a small bit of texture and some louvers on the back (for heat maybe?). If you use the case without the back on it (Perseus) then it will have more of a silicone feel. Can't really compare this case to the Seidio Active because the Kraken is a Mil Spec case. Much more stout.
If anyone is interested I did a short video review of this case: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2288370
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not really trying to compare i realize this is a much more robust case, i was wondering if it had some kind of non slip coating like the seidio
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not really trying to compare i realize this is a much more robust case, i was wondering if it had some kind of non slip coating like the seidio
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Nope. Has small amount of texture but no coating.
What are the odds of this case fitting with a spigen glas t screen protector on ?
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How much of a pain in the but is it to get this case off?
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Here are some photos of the green version.
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I was not too satisfied with my Kraken II that I got not so much due to its size but because I did not like the screen protector, the dust covers were not so easy for me to open(I have no fingernails), and just the overall feel of the case. I decided to order the Cyclops when I saw it was available to see if I wanted to either stay with that or to rebuy an Aegis.
The Cyclops was the easiest to install compared to the Kraken and the Aegis and the dust covers are also a lot easier to access. The buttons have a great feel to them, probably the best I have seen on a case. The power buttons are volume rocker clicks very easily. I am sure with a day of use I will adjust to it.
It has a great feel compared to the Kraken II. It is very grippy and easy to hold. It looks very similar in size but the Cyclops feels a little thinner. The screen protector is static cling unlike the one on the Kraken II. I never use screen protectors so this is a huge plus for me. It also comes with small protector that you can stick onto the back of the case to protect the camera and flash from dust.
I plan on adding more to this post. I opened the box and installed on my Charge around 10 minutes before I started typing. My initial thoughts are that if you are looking to purchase a case, the Trident Cyclops is the one to go with. I have used a cheap tpu case, the Otterbox Commuter, Incipio Double Cover and Feather, and the other 2 Trident cases and this one is going to be the one I will continue to use.
Edit: The bottoms buttons are very easy to hit. I needed to line up the silicone button covers up better.
Sorry that my pictures suck. The red case is the Kraken II and the Blue one is the Cyclops.
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Imo, they're both pretty ugly.
EDIT: Have you used the Silicrylic? What are your thoughts on it?
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kvswim said:
Imo, they're both pretty ugly.
EDIT: Have you used the Silicrylic? What are your thoughts on it?
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Verizon sold that case in store as the Double Cover. It seemed alright when I had it but when I realized it had no cutout for the hdmi port it got packed right back up and sent back. I might have had it on my phone for 10 minutes. I can't really give much more on an opinion on it other then that. It was nice and thin but the silicone seemed a lot lighter and not as durable as the Trident and Otterbox cases.
Thanks for posting info. on yet another option moondrius. I now have four cases to sell. The Otterbox Commuter, the Trident Aegis, the Trident Kraken 2, and the case I am currently using; the Casemate Barely There. The Casemate is a joke. It isn't good for anything other than scratch protection. I was hoping for better corner protection in the event of a drop.
The quest for the perfect case continues.
I actually ordered a pair of TPU cases for $3.50. If those don't work, I'm going to settle on the SILICRYLIC. I don't use the HDMI port and it seems to be a good compromise of protection vs. bulk.
How is the access to the pull down menu with the Cyclops?
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Thanks for posting info. on yet another option moondrius. I now have four cases to sell. The Otterbox Commuter, the Trident Aegis, the Trident Kraken 2, and the case I am currently using; the Casemate Barely There. The Casemate is a joke. It isn't good for anything other than scratch protection. I was hoping for better corner protection in the event of a drop.
The quest for the perfect case continues.
I actually ordered a pair of TPU cases for $3.50. If those don't work, I'm going to settle on the SILICRYLIC. I don't use the HDMI port and it seems to be a good compromise of protection vs. bulk.
How is the access to the pull down menu with the Cyclops?
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It's a lot better then the Kraken. It's a little curvier at the top of the Cyclops so it's easier to pull down the notification bar.
No belt clip with the cyclops I'm assuming?
yutzybrian said:
No belt clip with the cyclops I'm assuming?
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Yeah it does not come with a belt clip
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Yeah it does not come with a belt clip
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Dang deal breaker for me then. I like the looks more than the Kraken but I need a clip and the Otterbox holster just ain't holding it very well
If you're looking for an ultra-thin TPU case for your brand new Galaxy S4, look no further. The SPIGEN SGP Bounce is the thinnest TPU case I've ever had. Although the somewhat sparkly back isn't for everyone, I believe it adds a little design flare that separates it from the sea of bland cases. It can be yours for only $10.99.
Stay tuned, we will be giving this case away this week!
Nice review. Do you have access to any other Spigen cases for the S4 other than this one and the Ultra Fit?
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I'm confused...
Is the Bounce the same as the Ultra Capsule?
I purchased this case and received it today. I do not recommend it at all, I'll be returning mine as soon as I can get a different case.
Cons:
-- It's mentioned in the review above, but the case is loose on the S4, mine's so loose that the lip comes off the front face of the device fairly easily.
-- The seams around the case aren't smooth, feels cheap.
-- Slippery back, as slippery as the default plastic on the device.
Pros:
-- Slim, doesn't add much to the device.
-- Cutouts seem well positioned, including the IR blaster hole.
The pros don't really outweigh the con of the case not actually staying on the device.
jtc276 said:
Nice review. Do you have access to any other Spigen cases for the S4 other than this one and the Ultra Fit?
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We ordered at least two more SPIGEN cases, but they won't be in stock until the end of April or beginning of May.
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I'm confused...
Is the Bounce the same as the Ultra Capsule?
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The only difference I see is that the Ultra Capsule includes a screen protector and Jelly Bean Button(whatever that is). The site also states that the Ultra Capsule is shock absorbent, while the Amazon description for the Bounce does not. Oh, and the Ultra Capsule is $24.99 verses $10.99 for the Bounce.
We will review both cases.
jonsoini said:
I purchased this case and received it today. I do not recommend it at all, I'll be returning mine as soon as I can get a different case.
Cons:
-- It's mentioned in the review above, but the case is loose on the S4, mine's so loose that the lip comes off the front face of the device fairly easily.
-- The seams around the case aren't smooth, feels cheap.
-- Slippery back, as slippery as the default plastic on the device.
Pros:
-- Slim, doesn't add much to the device.
-- Cutouts seem well positioned, including the IR blaster hole.
The pros don't really outweigh the con of the case not actually staying on the device.
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Is the primary mic cutout off center?
AndroidFanNetwork said:
If you're looking for an ultra-thin TPU case for your brand new Galaxy S4, look no further. The SPIGEN SGP Bounce is the thinnest TPU case I've ever had. Although the somewhat sparkly back isn't for everyone, I believe it adds a little design flare that separates it from the sea of bland cases. It can be yours for only $10.99.
Stay tuned, we will be giving this case away this week!
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Is this thicker or thinner than the ultra fit?
What is the thinnest gs4 case you have reviewed so far?
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Is this thicker or thinner than the ultra fit?
What is the thinnest gs4 case you have reviewed so far?
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Honestly, they're both about the same thickness. These two would be the thinnest cases so far.
The Bounce weighs 0.6 of an ounce and the Ultra Fit 0.5.
AndroidFanNetwork said:
Honestly, they're both about the same thickness. These two would be the thinnest cases so far.
The Bounce weighs 0.6 of an ounce and the Ultra Fit 0.5.
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So both are thinner than diztronic, cruzerlite, etc?
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phositadc said:
So both are thinner than diztronic, cruzerlite, etc?
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Correct. I have a Diztronic case on my desk that I'll be reviewing within the next few days, and I can say with certainty that the SPIGEN cases are thinner.
I have the white version of this case for when my phone arrives early next week. I hope it is not too loose like you've mentioned! Looks very nice as a case all in all.
The mic cutout on mine is right on center, no issues there.
UPDATE: I've had this case on my phone for one day (less than 24 hours). It has rubbed the silver paint off ~30% of the front rim of my phone. STAY AWAY from this case unless you want the silver paint on your phone rubbed off. If I can I'll post pics later. My brand new phone was pristine until this case. Bummer.
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UPDATE: I've had this case on my phone for one day (less than 24 hours). It has rubbed the silver paint off ~30% of the front rim of my phone. STAY AWAY from this case unless you want the silver paint on your phone rubbed off. If I can I'll post pics later. My brand new phone was pristine until this case. Bummer.
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Any pics?
jonsoini said:
UPDATE: I've had this case on my phone for one day (less than 24 hours). It has rubbed the silver paint off ~30% of the front rim of my phone. STAY AWAY from this case unless you want the silver paint on your phone rubbed off. If I can I'll post pics later. My brand new phone was pristine until this case. Bummer.
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I knew that chrome dipped plastic lip would be a problem. If a TPU case is a problem already, I have a feeling any hard snap case will chew up the bezel pretty good.
jonsoini said:
UPDATE: I've had this case on my phone for one day (less than 24 hours). It has rubbed the silver paint off ~30% of the front rim of my phone. STAY AWAY from this case unless you want the silver paint on your phone rubbed off. If I can I'll post pics later. My brand new phone was pristine until this case. Bummer.
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Pics would be very useful
jonsoini said:
UPDATE: I've had this case on my phone for one day (less than 24 hours). It has rubbed the silver paint off ~30% of the front rim of my phone. STAY AWAY from this case unless you want the silver paint on your phone rubbed off. If I can I'll post pics later. My brand new phone was pristine until this case. Bummer.
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Pics please!
Pics of the damage
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Dude..no...way... that's terrible. Sorry to see that...
+1 , you need to go to Samsung. This device has been out mere days.
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Dude thats BAD. No way the case did that though. That has to be a manufacturing issue. Unless you got a defect Samsung is in for some trouble.
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The lip of the case which touches the phone feels very rough (I have a white one case on me).
I would not be surprised if the case is what caused that damage, shame on SPIGEN if so, I'm not gonna be using my case until this is sorted out.
so which is it? spigen is the one i'm going with. i also like the look of the otterbox
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008APG7MW/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
Don't know the brand but this is my favorite, they haven't released thes4 brand yet
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Loyal Diztronic user and have my S4 wrapped in one right now. Very sleek.
I have always liked the Incipio Dual Pro cases particularly the button feedback on those. But, it makes the S4 look like a brick.
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Loyal Diztronic user and have my S4 wrapped in one right now. Very sleek.
I have always liked the Incipio Dual Pro cases particularly the button feedback on those. But, it makes the S4 look like a brick.
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oh yes ive seen that version of incipio. i like cases with the hard outter shell and the softer rubberized inner shell. thats the reason i bought the slim armor! slimmer, sleeker looking, and still great protection!
When I had my iphone I always used SPG cases so pretty sure I will be getting them again for S4
im a fan of the cheap $3.50 soft rubber cases... i got one on my s3 since last sept. dropped my phone probably 3 times on bare cement from 2-4ft height and not a single scratch on the phone. not to mention no screen protector..
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Received the Rearth ringke slim today. Nice materials, but took it off after 5 minutes and put diztronic back on. The s4 looks blacked out with it on and handles better than the Rearth.
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I would highly recommend the Incipio DualPro case, or really any of their cases. I have the DualPro and I loved it the moment I pulled it out of the box. Very smooth feel to it, but very sturdy as it comes with a rubber like case that goes on first, and then a hardened case that goes on top of that. It's not bulky like most dual protection cases, it doesn't add a whole lot in weight, can't tell at all honestly. For $29.99, it's a great case for a great phone! If I had to get a case other than the DualPro from them, I would recommend the Frequency case, just a typical TPU case, but also a great product.
I'm obviously new at posting stuff on here, so I can't post a link to their site, just go to incipio.com and I'm sure you guys can figure it out from there
I prefer Trident for my main case. I have one on my S3. It really protects well & looks cool. I'm also giving spigen a shot.
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Casemate toughcase. Had it on the SGS2, 3, and 4. Have yet to run into an otterbox guy that didn't switch after comparing. What does that tell you?
I just picked up the Dante Red - Neo Hybrid case by SGP. I think it its a beauty!
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as usual I choose sgp my fav case, metal slate looks cool..
I just got the I-blason armadillo for my gs4 it was 9.99 on amazon. There wasnt much to chose from as most cases where sold out or not available yet. Using the case today ans so far no problems and fit is good.
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Otterbox Black Defender
Got the case yesterday. Absolutely stunning quality. The S4 is easier to hold while using the phone and gaming. Case itself seem to have good fit and it has no potential gaps for dust or dirt sticking between the phone and the case. Also the screen protector is amongst the best there is, it just aligns perfectly and the feel of the screen is pretty much as without it.
The only con for someone would be the size, but for me in need of a case that really protects while on a motorcycle and in the garage, this is it!
I will order the Glacier (White / Gunmetal Gray) version when released also.
I think my choice is pretty obvious, although we sadly are not in your poll
I personally love SGP's screen protectors. However, I've bought their cases numerous times in the past only to be disappointed. They have a very talented CAD guy that makes all their products look specular, but the quality was just not there when I actually got the cases themselves. That said, I have not used their S4 cases yet.
I wonder why they go by SGP if their name is Spigen. Shouldn't it be SPG?
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Received the Rearth ringke slim today. Nice materials, but took it off after 5 minutes and put diztronic back on. The s4 looks blacked out with it on and handles better than the Rearth.
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Best post I've read all day :good:
Trident Aegis Cases
I always get these cases as I think they are the best overall quality for protection and its not too bulky like the otterbox. Had on my S2, S3 and just ordered one off amazon for like 19 bucks. Cant beat that! my s2 and s3 are still in mint condition cause of that case!
Casemate Tough cases
Hi,
krabman said:
Casemate toughcase. Had it on the SGS2, 3, and 4.
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The same here. I was not a case fan (making slim devices so bulk or useless protections actually) but after my GS3 took a light hit with shattered screen, I found only a hybrid (soft material with hardened shell) case should be the way to go. After a few hours on forums and YT review, I ordered a Tough.
Has a good grip, feels really tough (didn't tried a 200€ crash test though) even if the soft layer collects dust, it's not as bad as silicon shells and the phone don't get stuck to the pocket when you grab it.
Then, still owning my brave & tough S2 (not so easy to break one, what it endured!) and before stock went down, I bought one for it. Nice one.
Then I went for a GS4 and already had its Tough cover when I received it.
Because of the GS4 design, Case Mate had to lessen the lip/edge around the screen and to cut off the hard shell over both side buttons but all is nicely done and never clutter face buttons (as it sometimes happened with S3) nor affects the screen sides touch.
Because of the straight frame, more rectangular GS4 design, I feel it less bulky in the front jean pocket than GS3 one that had to come around the pebble bezel.
Urban Armor Gear w/ Fly Grip on S4 (still fits Smart Dock), rocked the Aegis on my Note 2 prev
I rock the trident kraken ams case. Awesome protection and good price. One of my favorite featured is being ablr to take the kickstand off and put on a windshield mount or the bike mount. They have like 8 diff accessories to attach to the case.
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I always buy a case before I buy my device (I'm just weird like that lol)... so I'm looking for a good protective case that doesn't add to much bulk to my S5. Preferably is raised a littl (to protect against screen cracking if it falls), and also camera and LED flash are protected as well on the back.
Thanks in advance to any suggestions!
I highly recommend the Urban Armor Gear cases. I had one on the S3/S4 and they are great. Protected it from many drops and adds very little bulk compared the amount of protection. Mine for the S5 should be here any minute now (on truck for delivery).
I use Body Glove. It's slim and protects all corners. Also, it doesn't interfere with the fingerprint scanner nor HRM.
Had otterbox, too bulky. Then found Spivey NEO Hybrid case for nexus 5, amazing case, slim yet very protective (dropped nexus yet only little scratch on case but not on phone). Now use Spigen Neo for this phone, check it out.
While you're checking out the Spigen web site, also take a look at their Slim Armor and Tough Armor cases.
I've got a Tough Armor case on the way through the glacial US postal service. Hopefully, it'll show up tomorrow like the tracking information indicates.
SO far I have narrowed it down to these 4 cases, but not sure on the color yet!! But if anyone has any more recommendations to make my decision tougher, I'm all for it!! Looking for the best case that won't add to much bulk, but will protect my screen/device from falls, and also not interfere with the fingerprint scanner as well!
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+1 for the Urban Armor Gear. Heavy duty protection with minimal bulk.
Another for uag. Had mine waiting at home for me when I came back with my s5. Had one on my s3 and it took care of my phone
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While you're checking out the Spigen web site, also take a look at their Slim Armor and Tough Armor cases.
I've got a Tough Armor case on the way through the glacial US postal service. Hopefully, it'll show up tomorrow like the tracking information indicates.
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The Tough Armor is amazing! I got it tuesday, it's gorgeous and surprisingly slim. Actually makes the phone more comfortable to hold for games. I'll post some pics later. The Gunmetal one is the bomb on the charcoal s5.
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The Tough Armor is amazing! I got it tuesday, it's gorgeous and surprisingly slim. Actually makes the phone more comfortable to hold for games. I'll post some pics later. The Gunmetal one is the bomb on the charcoal s5.
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I also got the Gunmetal one for my charcoal S5 and I agree with your assessment!
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SO far I have narrowed it down to these 4 cases, but not sure on the color yet!! But if anyone has any more recommendations to make my decision tougher, I'm all for it!! Looking for the best case that won't add to much bulk, but will protect my screen/device from falls, and also not interfere with the fingerprint scanner as well!
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I've tried all of these at 1 point or another... the thinnest and best protection is and will always be a tight TPU.
http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Mat...1846&sr=1-1&keywords=galaxy+s5+case+diztronic
i bought the Diztronic again, it is the thinnest case i know that actually protects against light drops. all the other onces look nice but i've cracked a few in my days, or they were just too bulky.
jucytec said:
I've tried all of these at 1 point or another... the thinnest and best protection is and will always be a tight TPU.
http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Mat...1846&sr=1-1&keywords=galaxy+s5+case+diztronic
i bought the Diztronic again, it is the thinnest case i know that actually protects against light drops. all the other onces look nice but i've cracked a few in my days, or they were just too bulky.
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This one is the same thickness but has a realy nice design
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http://www.amazon.com/Cruzerlite-Flame-Case-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B00ITE3N80
joelmic said:
This one is the same thickness but has a realy nice design
http://www.amazon.com/Cruzerlite-Flame-Case-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B00ITE3N80
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Had tried cruzerlite on my old gnex, diz was a tighter fit... but i do like the design!
andROIDS said:
+1 for the Urban Armor Gear. Heavy duty protection with minimal bulk.
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So I have the UAG case. But I am finding that NFC doesn't work as reliably and the finger sensor is very hard to swipe correctly with the case because of the lip around the case/phone. So I may be returning it.
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dwd3885 said:
So I have the UAG case. But I am finding that NFC doesn't work as reliably and the finger sensor is very hard to swipe correctly with the case because of the lip around the case/phone. So I may be returning it.
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I have the Trident Aegis which might be a good alternative for you as it has a soft flexible rubber lip on the bottom that flexes when you swipe your finger.
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Joe0113 said:
SO far I have narrowed it down to these 4 cases, but not sure on the color yet!! But if anyone has any more recommendations to make my decision tougher, I'm all for it!! Looking for the best case that won't add to much bulk, but will protect my screen/device from falls, and also not interfere with the fingerprint scanner as well!
#1
#2
#3
#4
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i got #3. its definitely thin that its doesnt even go past back camera but that part has its lil hump to protect it too
to me it makes phone feel more solid and looks alot better. i got the white s5 and white case
had #2 b4 on s4 and note3 and its definitely thicker
Protective case
I bought from T-Mobile Tech 21 Impactology and is very thin and protects great
I have the Spigen slim armor on my phone and love it. I hate thick cases and usually find the thinnest I can. I went on a chance and love this one. IT is a very tight fit and adds minimal bulk. My wife bought an incipio and now wants my case as it is a lot less bulkier.
Take a look at the otterbox commuter series.
http://www.amazon.com/Otterbox-Comm...3&sr=1-4&keywords=galaxy+s5+otterbox+commuter
I had the NeoHybrid for the S4. I loved it for the first month, but after that the paint started wearing off tremendously on the edges. It was an official Spigen directly from them, so I was not too thrilled with that. They don't seem to dye the plastic, they paint it. At that time, they were also charging around $29+ for the case.
Something to consider, as I doubt they changed this for the S5. I might give their Tough Armor a try, as it doesn't have the edges of the NeoHybrid, so the breakdown shouldn't be as severe.
Got the Spigen Tough Armor today for the Note 4. I have no phone to put it in yet but I wanted to share some pics and first impressions. My oldest son has autism so the kick stand will come in handy when he is doing his learning games while we are in ASD meetings or whatever. The outer case is plastic with an inner cushion shell. Seems well built except for the kickstand. It fell off in the actual package before I even opened it. After reading this is a common problem I snapped it back in place but the two hinges that hold it to the outer shell do not lock it in place. Its actually the inner shell that keeps it from falling out. Now the opposite end of the kickstand does snap in place so it wont just keep swinging around as you are using it. Still I would prefer it to be a bit thicker as it seems a bit on the flimsy side to me.
I am fairly confident that if I were to drop the phone on a hard surface it would survive without a scratch thanks to the case. Paid about 20 bucks on Amazon. eager to get the phone in it to see how the fit is.
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I think I read that the phone has to be in the case for the Kickstand to work better.
SiNJiN76 said:
I think I read that the phone has to be in the case for the Kickstand to work better.
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To keep the stand from falling out yes. No doubt it will work better with a phone in it.
nice i ordered the same one earlier today how tough is the plastic shell? is it like the otter box? i have an otter box on my s3 right now and it has done well protecting it. does the plastic shell bend easy or is it hard?
fcortes626 said:
nice i ordered the same one earlier today how tough is the plastic shell? is it like the otter box? i have an otter box on my s3 right now and it has done well protecting it. does the plastic shell bend easy or is it hard?
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Not as tough as otter box in my opinion. It flexes pretty easy without the phone in it. I would not sit on the phone even with this case. Too me the outer shell is just to add some rigidity to the overall case and keep the inner cushion tight against the phone.
you're looking for an UAG case if you want something that compares
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Not as tough as otter box in my opinion. It flexes pretty easy without the phone in it. I would not sit on the phone even with this case. Too me the outer shell is just to add some rigidity to the overall case and keep the inner cushion tight against the phone.
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i have the commuter series : http://www.otterbox.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Commuter-Series/77-21092,default,pd.html?start=2&cgid=samsung-galaxy-s3-cases
so it would be this one for the note 4 but its not out yet http://www.otterbox.com/Galaxy-Note-4-Commuter-Series-Case/sam4-galaxy-note-4-set,default,pd.html
but this should do for now. should be enough to protect it.
I ordered Spigen [Perfect-Fit] Galaxy Note 4 Case.
But they sent me the Spigen [Tough Armor].
Been using mine for 3 days now. So far so good
m.garz said:
Been using mine for 3 days now. So far so good
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Can you post more pics of this cafe on phone?
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I got mine in the mail today also. Ehh I like the case, but my only complaint is that the corner of the case seems to dig into to my hand which make things uncomfortable, does seem a little bit slippery to, but the main thing is the digging in the hand is no bueno for me lol. So im going to return it.
I have the Slim Armor version coming in soon! , but my favorite case so far is the Ringke FUSION Clear, I will Ringke SLIM Case soon to try out
do you notice any reception degradation from using a metal case?
borijess said:
Can you post more pics of this cafe on phone?
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Here you go..
Sorry for the crappy pics though.
m.garz said:
Here you go..
Sorry for the crappy pics though.
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How do you feel about the drop protection? Does it add much bulk?
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m.garz said:
Here you go..
Sorry for the crappy pics though.
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Jeez what did you use for pics an icrap 6?
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m.garz said:
Here you go..
Sorry for the crappy pics though.
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When the stand is extended, does it feel like it puts alot of strain on it? The stand seems a bit flimsy to me
I got mine today as well. I agree the kickstand is a bit flimsy. Also, the lip around the edge does not cover the gap left by the lack of coverage from my Spigen screen protector. Rather annoying.
I have the same case.. For some reason I find it difficult to get the kickstand out. Takes a lot of messing with to extend it... maybe its because I don't really have long fingernails.
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Does this not fully encase the phone like the otterbox defender which also has screen protection
madmurd said:
Does this not fully encase the phone like the otterbox defender which also has screen protection
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My Otterbox Defender experience is based on the HTC Evo 4G LTE and the Samsung Galaxy S3. I do not have the Galaxy Note 4 yet. It is scheduled to arrive latter today. I will update after it arrives.
The Spigen Tough Armor does not cover the front of the phone. It just covers the back, sides, top and bottom. The front is left unprotected. Think of the Tough Armor as the silicon outer shell of the Otterbox Defender. The Tough Armor also has the hard plastic piece that give the whole case a more rigidity.
It is not anywhere near as bulky as the Defender. I have not done nor to I plan on intentionally doing a drop test, but it does not "feel" as if I have the same level of protection.