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Received FAKE Spigen Neo Hybrid *Lots of PICS* BUYERS BEWARE!!

I ordered a Spigen Neo Hybrid case from a seller on Ebay from the US. I thought everything would be an authentic spigen case but when i received the case today, i was wrong. please refer to the pictures as I describe why it is fake so that you too do not get scammed.
1 - the packaging is incorrect. The original one does not look like this and is not in green.
2 - it does not come with the jelly bean buttons
3 - does not come with the authentication certificate so that you know it is a real one
4 - the power and volume buttons are on the TPU part of the case, then just spray painted the buttons with silver while the original spigen neo hybrid has holes for the power and volume buttons on the TPU part and the actual button is on the bumper part which makes the feel of it more clicky and better.
5 - the engraving on the side of the bumper does not say neo hybrid but NED HYBRID!!!!! are u effin serious!?!?! that right there was a dead give away.
sooo please make sure you check to see if the case has any of these that i mentioned so that you too do not get scammed. these cases are not cheap so you need to make sure you get a genuine part directly from spigen or their dealers. I have already set up a claim with ebay and will set a dispute with paypal, hopefully i get my refund sooner than later... thanks!

Did you read the description? Sometimes they explicitly mention that it is not a genuine sgp product in the description.

niclz said:
I ordered a Spigen Neo Hybrid case from a seller on Ebay from the US. I thought everything would be an authentic spigen case but when i received the case today, i was wrong. please refer to the pictures as I describe why it is fake so that you too do not get scammed.
1 - the packaging is incorrect. The original one does not look like this and is not in green.
2 - it does not come with the jelly bean buttons
3 - does not come with the authentication certificate so that you know it is a real one
4 - the power and volume buttons are on the TPU part of the case, then just spray painted the buttons with silver while the original spigen neo hybrid has holes for the power and volume buttons on the TPU part and the actual button is on the bumper part which makes the feel of it more clicky and better.
5 - the engraving on the side of the bumper does not say neo hybrid but NED HYBRID!!!!! are u effin serious!?!?! that right there was a dead give away.
sooo please make sure you check to see if the case has any of these that i mentioned so that you too do not get scammed. these cases are not cheap so you need to make sure you get a genuine part directly from spigen or their dealers. I have already set up a claim with ebay and will set a dispute with paypal, hopefully i get my refund sooner than later... thanks!
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Here are some rules on ebay..
If the price looks to good to be true it most likely is, you get what you pay for. This is what happens when people try to be cheap and not buy direct. Spigen has a store on ebay that is official.
98% of brand name cell phone cases on ebay are not official.
If you paid close to reg price why didn't you just go to spigen direct? Were you that hard up for a few bucks?
I have a fake otterbox defender i paid about $25 for for my S3, however i didnt get pissed after buying it and you know why? I paid HALF what a real one cost and for the most part its the same damn thing, it It protects my phone just as well
Oh and PS if you message the seller and show him the things that you know make it a fake, and say you are calling spigen to verify authenticity , 9 times out of 10 they will offer a full refund without even shipping the item back

Carls Jr said:
Dude what was the sellers name so other people dont get scammed as well
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it was rishipatel09

lambstone said:
Did you read the description? Sometimes they explicitly mention that it is not a genuine sgp product in the description.
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it said genuine on the auction, ebay has already removed that listing from their website prolly because of al the complaints

Carls Jr said:
Dude what was the sellers name so other people dont get scammed as well
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Although I can't clarify for the OP. I also received the exact item he received. Some more notes:
- The counterfeit item is much thicker. Having now compared them. When I received my NED HYBRID, I was like "this is premium? I paid $25 for this?" Quality is very inferior in the knock-off.
- The packaging will have a model# for an S3 in white. They don't change the SKU's on the counterfeit.
- The 3d Authentication Sticker says "Official SGPSTORE.COM Product" - the real one says Official SPIGEN Product or something.
I think they may have recycled the plastic cases from a previous batch (factory left overs) and made up a new slip?
My seller was sino-wireless .
Here are some rules on ebay..
If the price looks to good to be true it most likely is, you get what you pay for. This is what happens when people try to be cheap and not buy direct. Spigen has a store on ebay that is official.
98% of brand name cell phone cases on ebay are not official.
If you paid close to reg price why didn't you just go to spigen direct? Were you that hard up for a few bucks?
I have a fake otterbox defender i paid about $25 for for my S3, however i didnt get pissed after buying it and you know why? I paid HALF what a real one cost and for the most part its the same damn thing, it It protects my phone just as well
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I bought it on Ebay for near retail price at $25 because it was sold out at the time. I actively chose one that said it was authentic SPIGEN, made in Korea, and priced accordingly. If I wanted the chinese one, I would have paid $9 for it.

Hehe on the 2nd picture, the one of the silver frame it says ned hybrid , not neo hybrid.

rexxcastle said:
Here are some rules on ebay..
If the price looks to good to be true it most likely is, you get what you pay for. This is what happens when people try to be cheap and not buy direct. Spigen has a store on ebay that is official.
98% of brand name cell phone cases on ebay are not official.
If you paid close to reg price why didn't you just go to spigen direct? Were you that hard up for a few bucks?
I have a fake otterbox defender i paid about $25 for for my S3, however i didnt get pissed after buying it and you know why? I paid HALF what a real one cost and for the most part its the same damn thing, it It protects my phone just as well
Oh and PS if you message the seller and show him the things that you know make it a fake, and say you are calling spigen to verify authenticity , 9 times out of 10 they will offer a full refund without even shipping the item back
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i did tell the seller and opened a case with ebay but he is only offering a partial refund of 15 from the price of the phone which was 20 which is bs, i got this because it stated authentic and you are not able to falsely advertise on ebay, i know still some people do, but ebay protects you anyway if such a thing happens. the sellers feedback was also 100 so i felt good about it, and it was from US n not international.

please ! report these dicks to spigen !
open a support chat/email.
also check this out:
http://www.spigen.com/counterfeit_products/

LOLz on the NED Hybrid I think that was the dead ringer for me.
have to say it "you get what you pay for"
I'm sure you paid far less than the $31.99 they charging on the site, that would have been a obvious sign for me.
I had a 7.99 off card they gave me from one of their promos, got the Ultra Crystal SP and Aluminum buttons half off, was a good enough deal for me, just ordered directly off their site with free shipping like I have many times in the past.

well the neo hybrid case isn't worth anywhere near 30 dollars
sad to see you paid 25 for a fake

this is why i never really take my chances with ebay.
id rather buy direct from people and know its authentic then take a chance n get ripped off.
i ordered the neo hybrid satin silver and its well worth the 30 i paid

Just yesterday I received a Spigen case for my new S4. Inside the case was a little card which mentioned authenticating my Spigen product. I thought to myself, "How arrogant of them to think that somebody would want to copy their cell phone case" and ignored it.
Well, I guess the joke is on me! Fortunately I just now ran the authentication on my case, and it's legit (whew!).
Thanks for this report, perhaps it will save somebody some grief. I had no idea such a thing was a problem....

Ordered a fake from China in red for 12 bucks.
I know what I'm getting at that price. Anything half price of the general set price is always a knock off.
Not spending 30 bucks for this plastic case.
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I got taken to and filed a "Counterfeit" claim with paypal and demanded a refund and prepaid mailer. I refused to pay to ship counterfeit merchandise. Got my refund in 20 minutes of opening claim.
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yea, if got scammed as well, same case. but i keep it. it is a good scam with high quality, for half the price

I also got same product from ebay. But it's very nice quality for half price. I am happy with this deal.

I actually bought a fake from eBay thinking the bumper would at least be interchangeable with the authentic ones.
Also, another thing they do is put MEGR instead of MEGA on the back where it says the cameras MP.
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My seller is requesting *I* send the case back to him so he can process a refund. I told him I was already in contact with Spigen (which I did file with them) and they want the case, so if he wants it back he has to provide a mailer/refund quick or it's going to them as evidence.
We'll see how he responds.
As I said. It's one thing to sale China clones that are obvious knock-offs at $9. But to package them and sale them as authentic at retail prices is downright fraud. My seller was US based and also had 100% feedback at the time. It hurts the brand. If I didn't know better, I would think "wow Spigen really sucks". Now that I have an authentic one to compare to, I know that the quality is far superior to the knock-off.
Hazerd said:
yea, if got scammed as well, same case. but i keep it. it is a good scam with high quality, for half the price
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Even if you're satisfied for half-price and going to keep it, I recommend you put a neutral (doesn't hurt them) feedback stating that it isn't authentic. When I buy stuff on Ebay, I look for feedback in the neutral/negative categories to see if the seller is selling counterfeits. It helps others.

I disagree.
Neutral IS a negative in ebays eyes. .
If you are truly happy with the amount paid and the quality you got leave it at positive.
If your buying items brand new at half price and think they are authentic, then you are a fool.
The guy that paid almost full retail was taken advantage of. But sending the product to the actual company and dealing with reporting them and making threats and all this crap is just a waste, it's just makes you look petty. No offense.
Open a claim with eBay and let them take care of it.
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S view cover back issue

Just bought from ebay and when I turn it, the s4 feels that is on frontal and lock the screen
Phone or cover issue?

It looks like the magnet is too powerful or in the wrong place. I've seen the supposed OEM S-View covers now showing up on Amazon for $9.00. If you don't mind me asking, how much did your cover cost?

Bought 10 for 40$

c0x91 said:
Bought 10 for 40$
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You have answered your own question

10 for $40.00? $4.00 each?? (confused)
I just noticed that your video shows that the word Samsung is printed on the front of the cover. FWIW, mine does not have that.
Mine was $32.22 with free shipping from Amazon. Seller was Amazon, LLC.
Rich

Yes, 4$ for just one.

they are most likely fake, i just picked one up yesterday at best buy and it does not have that problem and also i doesnt say samsung on the front of the cover

If I bought one for $4, then No complaint, cuz I know it's gotta be a fake, but you have 10 of them and $40 spent.
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Def a fake.
The real one doesn't have the Samsung there.
The magnet in it, is too strong, nothing wrong with the phone. Buy genuine and you won't have this issue.

[Q] Galaxy Note 3 leather back housing for Galaxy S4

Do you know any place that is selling a back housing for the S4, that looks like the back of the note 3?

You asking a product that non existent. Most of those manufacturers even don't know how it feels and most of them no ideas like this. Maybe in future, it really look possible because the same camera & led positions on back of S4
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pham818 said:
Do you know any place that is selling a back housing for the S4, that looks like the back of the note 3?
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I've been looking for back plate replacements lately as well. I specifically want a leather one.
I found this one on Amazon, but I want white: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...veASIN=B00CILRQO2&linkCode=shr&tag=guttcom-20

hmm alright, thanks!

There's one here, not real leather though.

Flashmore said:
There's one here, not real leather though.
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The one on Note 3 isn't real leather as well

jujuburi said:
The one on Note 3 isn't real leather as well
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do you prefer s4 or ip5?

me too
Patiently waiting for some company to make an S4 version of the stitched Note3 back cover... :crying:
I've had this 'faux leather/chrome trim' case for a month; and it's a bit better than the black plastic version someone posted above (had that one too) - ebay search: "Silver Frame Black PU Leather Battery Door Back Cover Case For Galaxy S4 i9500"

yeah, this would be nice :good:

GollyGeeWillikers said:
Patiently waiting for some company to make an S4 version of the stitched Note3 back cover... :crying:
I've had this 'faux leather/chrome trim' case for a month; and it's a bit better than the black plastic version someone posted above (had that one too) - ebay search: "Silver Frame Black PU Leather Battery Door Back Cover Case For Galaxy S4 i9500"
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This thread has it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2471333
Not exactly the same, but close to it.
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The note 3 has been out for a while now. Anyone seen any backs for the S4?

http://www.fonearena.com/blog/94893...-s4-mini-go-black-with-faux-leather-back.html

I don't really care if it looks identical to the official one, I just want a backplate with a better grip (without having to resort to cases.) So far I've only been able to find cheap Chinese/Taiwanese crap where the "leather" sticker starts to peel off in a week. I would've thought that Samsung releasing "faux-leather" back on Note 3 would be a kick in 3rd-party accessory market.

Chahk said:
I don't really care if it looks identical to the official one, I just want a backplate with a better grip (without having to resort to cases.) So far I've only been able to find cheap Chinese/Taiwanese crap where the "leather" sticker starts to peel off in a week. I would've thought that Samsung releasing "faux-leather" back on Note 3 would be a kick in 3rd-party accessory market.
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Any links to which you've bought to know to stay away from? Thanks!!
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Elloco305 said:
Any links to which you've bought to know to stay away from? Thanks!!
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I haven't actually purchased any, but reviews on Amazon (1 and 2 star ones) usually tell you what to not buy.

Chahk said:
I haven't actually purchased any, but reviews on Amazon (1 and 2 star ones) usually tell you what to not buy.
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Yeah I get you. Thanks though. we need leather backs asap lol
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faux leather will come in different colors like white:
oh, no links jet. will add later

I have found a marketplace that sells them and have ordered one direct from S. Korea. Keep your eyes on this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2646803&page=5
I self-appointed myself as the guinea pig in the purchase after I found a seller, so I'm asking that no one else order one until I can confirm that it is, indeed, the real deal. I estimate that I should have the back plate by, at the latest, mid next week due to EMS shipping and by it going through customs.

liqwidzero said:
I have found a marketplace that sells them and have ordered one direct from S. Korea. Keep your eyes on this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2646803&page=5
I self-appointed myself as the guinea pig in the purchase after I found a seller, so I'm asking that no one else order one until I can confirm that it is, indeed, the real deal. I estimate that I should have the back plate by, at the latest, mid next week due to EMS shipping and by it going through customs.
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Awesome, keep us posted!
The site mentions $14.xx though, is this in Euro?

Case Real or Fake Eclipse

This is the case I want:
http://www.elementcase.com/Element-Case-Eclipse-Samsung-Galaxy-S4-Case-p/sms4-1110-xxx0.htm
Has anyone ever had dealings with CrazeCase.com
They have the Eclipse case for 30 dollars cheaper here
http://www.crazecase.com/element-case-eclipse-for-samsung-galaxy-s4-black-black?___store=us
I also noticed that there pictures come from case motion which leads me to the same case here
http://www.casemotions.com/galaxy/galaxy-s4/element-case-eclipse-s4.html
So what do you think for CrazeCase.. Real or Fake

shoutcast said:
This is the case I want:
http://www.elementcase.com/Element-Case-Eclipse-Samsung-Galaxy-S4-Case-p/sms4-1110-xxx0.htm
Has anyone ever had dealings with CrazeCase.com
They have the Eclipse case for 30 dollars cheaper here
http://www.crazecase.com/element-case-eclipse-for-samsung-galaxy-s4-black-black?___store=us
I also noticed that there pictures come from case motion which leads me to the same case here
http://www.casemotions.com/galaxy/galaxy-s4/element-case-eclipse-s4.html
So what do you think for CrazeCase.. Real or Fake
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I would contact Element to find out who carries their product.
You clearly have some concerns.
There are some fakes on eBay that go for as little as $15.
YMMV

I paid $20 for a Chinese knockoff. Totally worth it. By far my favorite case. The kickstand snapped off but it actually makes it easier to hold
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I was thinking of getting the Chinese knockoff but in the end i am going to buy the real thing... I have owned knockoffs of other cases in the past and they either don't fit right or break on me..

I also bought China fake once .... damn ! I hate China's product.
I'm using this one. Nice design and can protect your device when it falls. >> http://www.spigen.com/galaxy-s4-case-neo-hybrid.html

OEM Qi Cover for Edge?

So as I have learned my Edge and the Note 4 share nothing but some specs, the back battery covers are different as are the batteries.
Does anyone know if there is a legitimate Samsung Qi battery cover for the edge out yet?
I can find this one for the Note 4 on their website (EP-CN910IBUSTA): http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EP-CN910IBUSTA
But nothing for the Edge. Ebay is littered with them, but I don't trust is if the samsung site doesn't have any.
Or am I being overly cautious and should trust this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/121475910841?lpid=82
Thanks!

i've seen them available. search ebay and amzaon. they are like 47 bucks. i found them while looking for batteries

cvaria said:
i've seen them available. search ebay and amzaon. they are like 47 bucks. i found them while looking for batteries
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Me too, but I'm highly skeptical if samsung.com doesn't have them yet... Any reason a 3rd party would have them before Samsung?
(This is my first samsung device, so have zero experience with them.)

wavezero said:
Me too, but I'm highly skeptical if samsung.com doesn't have them yet... Any reason a 3rd party would have them before Samsung?
(This is my first samsung device, so have zero experience with them.)
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Some of them on ebay are from Samsung . The reason is those are from Samsung Korea, which launched the device 2 months ago, so they have the cover available already

Samsung Korea site has them Those are what being sold on eBay. But for $37+$19 shipping is too steep. I'm sure Samsung US will start selling them pretty soon.

I know this is kind of an old thread but the eBay listings are indeed from Korean Samsung. Got mine today

I bought one through ebay from Korea, and I can tell it works well. I am also using the Samsung Qi charger pad.

TigerDNA said:
I know this is kind of an old thread but the eBay listings are indeed from Korean Samsung. Got mine today
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How is it working out? I have a Qi charger baked into my car and would love to have this as an option. Does the Qi back come with the Samsung Qi base?

People hate pictures so much! Why?..... post pics people......lol

CreekDirt said:
How is it working out? I have a Qi charger baked into my car and would love to have this as an option. Does the Qi back come with the Samsung Qi base?
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Works great. Had one on my S5 also. It does not come with the base but you should have fiend the Samsung 50% off coupon so you can get that for cheap. I'm using the Qi from my nexus 4

This is just the charging back cover, NOT the flip wallet cover, right?
Can't find a charging flip wallet cover, even on Ebay.

de2000 said:
This is just the charging back cover, NOT the flip wallet cover, right?
Can't find a charging flip wallet cover, even on Ebay.
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Yes it's just a cover. Flip Qi is not released yet.

BADBOY1412 said:
Some of them on ebay are from Samsung . The reason is those are from Samsung Korea, which launched the device 2 months ago, so they have the cover available already
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So I ordered the back plus pad on ebay and paid the $20 for shipping. Came in less then a week and after a full day I'm thrilled.
I picked up a qi mini from Best buy for $29 so I can have one at work and one at home.
It works great, and from all I can tell it feels OEM. Not only does the function rock, but it feels much more substantial. After having a HTC M7 and M8, this device felt really cheap. The new back cover greatly improves the form factor.
The back is slightly thicker, it's completely flush with the camera.
Highly recommended!!

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TigerDNA said:
I know this is kind of an old thread but the eBay listings are indeed from Korean Samsung. Got mine today
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does your cove make your phone thicker? i ordered mine and wanted to know if it will fit in my case.

Willibda1 said:
does your cove make your phone thicker? i ordered mine and wanted to know if it will fit in my case.
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Probably won't fit your car no matter what case it is. It makes it thicker. Its a hair thicker than being flush with the camera.

I know with my note 3, the only case I could use that fit like it was supposed to was a bumper case.