I am a casual user. I want a case that is well-built, will last long, gives adequate protection, yet does not add much bulk. Originally, I liked the Neo Hybrid, but after some more research, I read that it is not very well-built as the outer layer breaks at the USB cable port.
I don't usually drop my phone, but it happens. I'd like the case to be aesthetically pleasing too.
Thanks.
Also, what case colors would go well with a black S4?
I too was disappointed with the neo hybrid. The style is awesome but with it breaking at the thin spot above the USB port and the color flaking off is a big issue. Sad too that the customer service is one of the worst in the industry.
I have been looking for something like it but haven't made my mind up yet.
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I'm using the samsung protective cover + now. I like the way it feels in the hand a lot more than the neo hybrid case
I have the spigen slim aromor and its awesome!! I just got a poetic atmosphere from Amazon and will be rocking that for a while!!
It was 9 bucks, super thin and has a nice lip for face down screen protection. Looks sick on my white s4!!
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I'm on the hunt as well. I might still get the NEO though. I've only seen a couple people complain about the brake point and you never know how hard people are on there phones.
The others I'm thinking about:
UAG - Might be too bulky and "industrial" looking though. Has reviews on xda.
supcase - I'm not sure if I like the style, but I don't think it will be very bulky. Has reviews on xda.
puregear dualtek - I think the fat corners might be too bulky on this one, but gets good-ish reviews on amazon
obliq xtreme pro - kinda like a mix of the spigen armor and the uag.... still might be too industrial for me though. Has reviews on xda.
acase Acase makes some decent stuff for the price... I've owned an acase before for a tablet. This kinda looks like an incipio clone.
cruzerlite - cheap and has good amazon reviews.... might have reviews on xda... I can't remember.
I'm very much leaning towards the NEO. I'll buy it w/ a credit card (credit cards add a year extension to your warranty, did you know that?) through amazon. If I have any issues w/ it and spigen doesn't respond, I'll go through those channels (which are pretty fast).
If there is a spigen father's day sale this weekend... I'll get the NEO... otherwise I may not.
Whats your thoughts?
Yea the neo hybrid is very nice I have it on my phone. I was gonna get an otterbox but it added way to much bulk.
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I have a UAG and love it. Had one for my s3, iPhone 5, and now for my s4. Every one has been better than the one before.
Their customer service is awesome as well. I'll probably a customer for life. :thumbup:
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The DBA Cases Ultra is a good case and they sell for $25. Here is one of my favorite color combination but they have over 40 avaliable.
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Well I have the neo hybrid and have no problems with it so far.
I just received my package of Neo Hybrid case and it is so awesome!
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I just received my package of Neo Hybrid case and it is so awesome!
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+1 awesome case
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http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/samsung-galaxy-s4/
mployen acarcely
If you want no bulk, you can go for PARFITI case.
Tunewear also gets some slim cases.
see what colors you want.
I am more into eye catching color. So I have ordered one from PARFITI. Awaiting to it
Go for a UAG case, they are awesome protection and don't add too much bulk. The Spigen cases look nice (slim armor and neo hybrid) but I don't think they offer much protection against drops. I have the Slim Armor and never used it as I feel I will crack my screen if I drop my phone screen first. Uag highly recommended by me
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I think people are obsessed with protection.
I just received the Neo Hybrid and it seems to be a perfect armor. At least, for a daily protection. Actually, for me it's too thick: the bumper is like 3mm while in the front and back it's just 0,8mm, which is perfect because it makes the screen and the camera not to touch any surface.
http://www.otterbox.com/samsung-galaxy-s4-cases/samsung-galaxy-s4-cases,default,sc.html
try on of them in the list at the link.. Otter are very good case company their case comes
with 1 year warranty coverage too!
I love my otterbox commuter I have it in white with my white s4 best all around case.
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Are there keyboard flip cases out there?
just posted this in its own thread but you should check it out
I originally bought the Neo Hybrid myself, and I really liked the looks and size, but the one fault I couldn't look over was that it didn't fit my favorite gym headphones. I would've kept the case if it wasn't for that.
I went with the Slim Armor. It adds slightly more bulk thickness wise, but it's actually a little less wide. Not sure if it was because of the color combination of the Neo Hybrid (dante red), but the Slim Armor (metal slate) actually looks smaller.
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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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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.
I wanted something cheap to hold me over until the more established case companies released something. I have the white s4, and like the white on white look so i started my search on Amazon.com because of the prime shipping and wanted something quick.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C6OG8RM/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
the case arived the next day and to my suprise it fit like a glove, it had a nice "grippy" feel while in hand, but not in the pocket. It is a very slim case barely adds any bulk.
All in all for a cheap temporary $10 case, it actually suprised me and i love that its slim. But due to the lack of material because it is so minimalistic, i would still be scared if it dropped...But atleast it protects from scratches and raises the screen and camera off of surfaces.
Rating - 8/10
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Good to know. I'm gonna order it for tomorrow. Appreciate the heads up. I have the Supcase Slim Fit case coming today. I have the Spigen ultra slim fit case also, but it doesn't fit surprisingly. I don't think there is a difference in size compared to the UK S4,so maybe it was a factory error. But I've never tri the Cimo cases. Good stuff! Ty
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love my cimo S-line case, glad to hear their other products are equally as good. Thanks for the review.
OK so I'm getting my s4 in the next week or so. Its gonna be white. TPU cases (especially the cheap S cases on ebay) have never failed me, I have a slim tpu one on my current s3. I've been eyeing the neo hybrid spigen cases, but most photos are with black s3. I wanna see how they would look on a white one. Please post picks if u have em, and send any other suggestions my way. I don't want my phone to crack if dropped but I don't want no Defender either, just slim, great looking protection, and the more tpu involved the better
Thanks!
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Not sure if you have noticed... But... XDA is not google.
Google D30 Galaxy S4 case. Those offer exceptional protection for the size.
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OK so I'm getting my s4 in the next week or so. Its gonna be white. TPU cases (especially the cheap S cases on ebay) have never failed me, I have a slim tpu one on my current s3. I've been eyeing the neo hybrid spigen cases, but most photos are with black s3. I wanna see how they would look on a white one. Please post picks if u have em, and send any other suggestions my way. I don't want my phone to crack if dropped but I don't want no Defender either, just slim, great looking protection, and the more tpu involved the better
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Here's a white S4, with different colors Neo Hybrid Cases (reventon yellow, dante red and metal slate). And also with Slim Armor (dodger blue and metal slate)
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Here's a white S4, with different colors Neo Hybrid Cases (reventon yellow, dante red and metal slate). And also with Slim Armor (dodger blue and metal slate)
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Just what I needed! I hate to request more, but can you take some photos from different angles with the same seigo cases and phone, especially under white rather than yellow light?
Either way, Thanks a ton, appreciate it.
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Master Ramy said:
Just what I needed! I hate to request more, but can you take some photos from different angles with the same seigo cases and phone, especially under white rather than yellow light?
Either way, Thanks a ton, appreciate it.
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Looks ugly. Don't get it. Not sure what everyone's fascination with this boring case is, it's mind boggling.
I'd recommend the Verus Oneye case for a white phone. Specifically the white one.
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Looks ugly. Don't get it. Not sure what everyone's fascination with this boring case is, it's mind boggling.
I'd recommend the Verus Oneye case for a white phone. Specifically the white one.
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Lol you call the hybrid ugly, but bring up an even uglier bulky case. I don't have a neo hybrid but I'd rather get that than that bulky oneye
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Anyone wanna suggest a better slim tpu option for white s4?
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To be completely honest my UAG is much more comfortable to hold than my Neo Hybrid. The Neo Hybrid keeps it really slim but adds quite a bit of width to the phone. UAG looks bulkier than it really is in pictures, it's actually surprisingly slim and provides a lot of protection.
The small charging/headphone port on the Neo Hybrid can be frustrating at times but not a huge deal. I personally think the Neo Hybrid is a beautiful case but I find myself using the UAG as my daily.
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Looks ugly. Don't get it. Not sure what everyone's fascination with this boring case is, it's mind boggling.
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That doesn't look like the official neo hybrid. Yours is much too fat, so most likely a knock off. The one I have is much slimmer than that and almost fits flush with the camera on the back (directly from spigen). Even my knock off is slim like my real one. The frame on yours is way too thick also. And the mic hole on yours is too large
I do like my spigen Neo hybrid I have two official frames for it and one fake in green with another fake coming in blue. The things I don't like about the neo hybrid is the width it adds to your phone (makes it seem a little bulky) and the headphone jack is small, but I bought an adapter to make my shure se215 work with it. I hear the spigen slim armor case has a little better feel than the neo hybrid but I don't have any experience with it.
cases are totally subjective, and lmao that oneye or w/e it is is not much different than a Spigen, just bulkier which I don't want
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Also, OP, if you are looking for a good case that is cheap Zoogue is having a sale over at tanga (https://www.tanga.com/deals/d284984d31/zoogue-galaxy-s4-social-case) for $2.99 and $1 shipping. It is a TPU case. I might be picking one up because I have only heard good things about them. Here is a video I found for the S4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZo1SIyNeVU & http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSmcfnREiyM)
I have a pink/grey commuter case from otterbox. I have loved otterbox since my first case years ago. I may be off here but it seems to me they're getting a little shotty quality wise. My rubber seems to turn brown and attract every piece of dirt within a mile of it and now, I have just found, the pink has bled into the white on my phone and stained it. Is this the phone or the case being substandard here? I do love otterbox but I'm thinking its time to move on. What case can I look to for the same protection and reliability? What's the best/worst phone case in your opinion?
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I'm a big fan of the Spigen Slim Armor and Spigen Neo Hybrid cases for this phone. High quality, fits like a GLOVE, not bulky at all, look great, and don't have the big lips like the otterbox that make dragging down the notification panel a hassle. Check out their site but buy from amazon, I think you can get the slim armor on amazon for less than 15 bucks at the moment.
I use an otterbox commuter for my s4 and it doesnt interfere with notifications panel at all.(that happens in the s2 commuter case)
Dunno about other colors but my black is holding up pretty good to daily abuse.
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Using Spiegen Slim Armor and View.
He gives better design but I'm thinking the Otterbox have better protection if you drop it unfortunately.
Well it's dépend if you take care about your phone or not.
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Siwandroid said:
Using Spiegen Slim Armor and View.
He gives better design but I'm thinking the Otterbox have better protection if you drop it unfortunately.
Well it's dépend if you take care about your phone or not.
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I baby my s4 but accidents can happen thats why I use my commuter for most of the time(daily use) and my blue spigen slim armor when I go to parties etc. Lol
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I baby my s4 but accidents can happen thats why I use my commuter for most of the time(daily use) and my blue spigen slim armor when I go to parties etc. Lol
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Well it's not bad. It's a good idea though
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These cases are built for war to thick for me. I tried it for a week and ordered me a smaller case. These cases are perfect for people who drop there phone alot there well built but I rather have an extended battery and a case if I'm gonna make my phone this bulky.
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Otterbox makes my phone feel like a brick so I went with spigen neo hybrid. Complete coverage and a little lip.
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Just got a gift from a friend, Otterbox Commuter for S4, everything looks fine but the cutout for charging below the case seems not so accurate.
After the disaster which is the S3 Otterbox Defender, I have refused to recommend any Otterbox product to anyone. (the silicon would just keep stretching out of shape)
My GF's S3 Commuter fared slightly better with none of the silicone issues but the plastic shell cracked the first time she dropped the phone...
Fast forward to today... we're both using S4s and couldn't be happier with our Ballistic SG Maxxes. Truly a marvelous case which takes impacts and drops like a champ! The design of the S4 version is a little skimpy up top though but so far so [email protected]
I work in construction so I have a Defender on my s4. Holding up great so far. Thinking about picking up another smaller case for weekends.
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Spigen Slim Armor
I have been using the Otterbox Commuter cases over the last year and have been really happy with them. However I recently got the Blue Spigen Slim Armor and it is really impressive how it fits, quality of construction, buttons are easy to push, fits perfect and looks are better than anything I have seen thus far. Plus it matches my Grabber Blue Mustang GT. hahaha Really impressed with it.:good: So far it is the best case I have had on any phone in the last 10 years.
I really like my green commuter. It fits well and looks pretty cool. The construction of the case seems very tight; on some past otterboxes, it's seemed a bit "stretchy" and not as formfitting right out of the box, but this one is very nicely done. My only gripe was the charger cutout was too small, but a kitchen knife and some diligence solved that problem rather quickly.
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I had a similar problem with the charging port on my marine/dark blue commuter case. I didn't want to carve up the case, so I just ground the plug down a little with my dremel tool. I figured if I screwed it up I could always get another OEM charger. So far it works fine. I ground down to metal, but a quick check with Galaxy Charging Current shows that my charge values are unaffected. Is this a common problem with the Otterbox Commuter?
My first thought was that I got a fake one, but the box had the hologram sticker on top, website on back, sku sticker on bottom. The silicone lining seems firm and tight with no sagging. Most of the fake vs real videos on youtube stressed the cheap and floppy silicone lining in the fake Otterboxes. Mine seems fairly stiff and fits well.
I was originally eyeing off the commuter cases but after reading the whole screen cracking thread, I went with the defender. This is possibly the best case I've ever had on a smartphone. The plastic inside shell is fairly sturdy which I love because I carry my phone in my pocket all the time and I was worried about having torsion dmg.
P.S: I'm also looking at getting the neon blue spigen slim armor but I'm still not convinced on the sturdiness yet. I so do not want to have to go through samsung warranty for anything. ~_~
I need a very slim case. One that doesn't add much bulk, I already have tempered glass installed on it. Not too worried about protection. Slimmer/thinner than the spigen, Diztronic. Thank you in advance..
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I just ordered a few cases so I will let you know when they come in. I am/was looking for the same.
JC
I ordered 2 of those 0.3mm Chineese cases at 1 dollar. If you do not want those look at Incipio/Spigen/Ringke Slim or Case Mate barely there
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Here is what I use. I don't think you can get any slimmer than this.
[]Rinkge Slim Case S5
I also got the Rinkge slim case linked above. So far, so good. It adds very little bulk. I almost bought the Diztronic slim TPU case similar to what I used for 2 years on my S3, but decided against it because of how it looked. The Diztronic protected my old phone from many a fall and withstood the wear and tear of daily use. Heck, I'm selling my S3 with the Diztronic as an added feature. Before making my final decision I was torn between the Rinkge and the Spigen Slim Utra Fit case. I never tested the Spigen, but a friend had the Rinkge case and I liked what I saw. Nothing to say about protection and durability yet as I only have the case for two weeks. Would like to hear from folks that bought the Spigen Slim Ultra Fit case to compare notes.
I just got in a slim armor and a neo hybrid.
Both are great cases, neither overly bulky.
I honestly prefer the slim armor. The neo is just a thin plastic frame, outside edge coverage only, around a thin tpu skin direct to the phone.
The slim armor is marginally more bulky, yet it seems much more durable and protective.
The bonus of both cases is they are a super perfect fit and EASY to get in and out of the pocket of even tightish jeans. The buttons and charging port are easy access (better on the slim armor) and the case wont try to come off when you take it out of your pocket.
These things are a laser tight fit. I was going to go trident for my case as I did with my epic 4g touch....... but I don't think I need to yet.
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I have the Ringke, it's ok but it has 0 sex appeal(our phone needs it, because ew). I can't deal with the Spigen, I can't believe they put 'Auto Focus' below the lense. It bothers me greatly. It's not a lauded feature so I don't need some cheese wording below my camera.
This case on Amazon has fair reviews, about to order it myself.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Case-GreatShield-Packaging/dp/B00KFQAZRW#customerReviews
Anybody have the ringke slim dot view case that can speak on if it retains the blue dye from Blue jeans? Thinking about getting the white one but worried about it turning another color.
If anyone has pics that would be great.
I bought the Spigen Ultra Fit Black and I using tempered glass the phone looks great. I am happy with it. See the photos :thumbup:
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