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Video Look: Case-Mate Tough for HTC Sensation

Hi guys,
I usually post on the Galaxy S2 forums but I've since been able to get my hands on a Sensation frequently so I'll be posting videos on cases here as well! Just wanted to show you a quick first looks at the Tough case from Case-Mate, a 2 piece hybrid case which will provide good protection for your device. Full video below:

looks lame to me, honestly, as well as bulkier than it needs to be. Too much dust/lint. That's an obvious problem just from the outset of the video itself.
I use gadget shieldz on the screen and body, and extra measure of protection, I have a TPU cover over the body. doesn't add any bulk and the phone is WELL protected.

Some of us need heavy duty protection due to the environment we are in on a daily basis. This is the kind of case I need. I have the Seidio Active Case and the Trident case. I am awaiting this case to do a three way video comparison. Hopefully mine will arrive in a couple of days. The winner will be my daily use case and the others will be sold off here.
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jlczl said:
Some of us need heavy duty protection due to the environment we are in on a daily basis. This is the kind of case I need. I have the Seidio Active Case and the Trident case. I am awaiting this case to do a three way video comparison. Hopefully mine will arrive in a couple of days. The winner will be my daily use case and the others will be sold off here.
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Yeah, I agree! Not everyone handles their phone the same way.
I'll be taking requests for case/accessories people would like to see on video if anyone is interested, on my main channel I post Galaxy S2 videos so I'm using my secondary for Sensation. Feel free to ask for anything and I'll try my best to get my hands on it

Most of the photos I've seen of this case make the hard shell look more grey than black. Is it actually a nice dark black or is it more grey?

etawful said:
Most of the photos I've seen of this case make the hard shell look more grey than black. Is it actually a nice dark black or is it more grey?
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It's not a deep black, closer to a dark grey.

Ploone said:
It's not a deep black, closer to a dark grey.
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Thanks. I guess I'll probably skip this one then.

Ploone said:
It's not a deep black, closer to a dark grey.
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I just got the Case-mate and the black is the same black as the Seidio and the Trident. I'll be posting a video tonight.
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quite average unless Parkinsons and dust mites are issues.

evereste said:
quite average unless Parkinsons and dust mites are issues.
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Hahah, I agree!

I got this Case and I love it, doesnt add that much bulk. Of course my case for the hd2 was an Otter Box defender series. Over all I LOVE this case, I love the way it feels in my hand, and it seems to be fairly durable. Id recommend it.

TheGeorgiaSwagger said:
I got this Case and I love it, doesnt add that much bulk. Of course my case for the hd2 was an Otter Box defender series. Over all I LOVE this case, I love the way it feels in my hand, and it seems to be fairly durable. Id recommend it.
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Yeah I like the case a lot too, I'm excited to get the Otterbox Commuter and see how it compares.

Sensation has got a couple of sensors built around the camera etc.
2 around the camera, 1 just beside speaker(?)
2 more close to the USB jack and lastly 1 more close to the back housing catch
My question, after putting case mate, does it effect any of the cam functions
And Especially the reception since the antenna is behind the sensation.

awesam said:
Sensation has got a couple of sensors built around the camera etc.
2 around the camera, 1 just beside speaker(?)
2 more close to the USB jack and lastly 1 more close to the back housing catch
My question, after putting case mate, does it effect any of the cam functions
And Especially the reception since the antenna is behind the sensation.
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It's time to put an end to this theory. No, covering these holes DOES NOT affect reception or usability.

Are you sure?

First Nexus 4 Case Black S Case $4.00

Not sure where to put this post exactly so I decided to put it here. Just like the title says its a s case for the Nexus 4 but its from China so its going to take a little while to get here.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=261126422229&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=96730571524
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phoneman09 said:
Not sure where to put this post exactly so I decided to put it here. Just like the title says its a s case for the Nexus 4 but its from China so its going to take a little while to get here.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=261126422229&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=96730571524
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I like the look of it. Going to give it a shot. Thanks!

Great case, love it on my phone. And will absolutely take a month I learned first hand,I wouldn't bother ordering and just wait for local options once they arrive.
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Usually when I order from China, it takes around 2 weeks for me to get in the mail. I wish manufactures would have made them earlier since all the specs were released...I guess I'll just use some kind of pouch to carry it around till I get something.

That case would cover up the awesome back design No bueno

anirudh412 said:
That case would cover up the awesome back design No bueno
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Yep :good:

anirudh412 said:
That case would cover up the awesome back design No bueno
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The back won't look so awesome if you drop the phone and it shatters
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Cant keep living in fear man! Be a little careful about your phone, enjoy its beauty. Accidents might/ might not happen. Thats me! Livin mah life on the edge
Or maybe wait for some bumpers

Yep, don't want to cover up this awesome looking device!

rather wait for a better one..

Been case and screen protector free on my GNex for almost a year, not a scratch or ding on it.
Next week when my daughter takes it though it will be in a Kraken case

I would pick one up, but I don't want to cover up that sexy back of the nexus 4

I'm probably going to put a full body screen protector and not put on a case though that one looks nice. Just got be extra careful. What would be really cool is if they made a Qi inductive case, that charges your phone, that way you never need to charge your phone.

kefloxin said:
I'm probably going to put a full body screen protector and not put on a case though that one looks nice. Just got be extra careful. What would be really cool is if they made a Qi inductive case, that charges your phone, that way you never need to charge your phone.
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The Nexus 4 has QI charger built into it. I believe it has a range of 40mm... So unless your case is made of metal you will be okay.

707BeastMode707 said:
The back won't look so awesome if you drop the phone and it shatters
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Nor would the front most likely

These "S" design back cases are some of the ugliest cases I've seen. Kinda like those clear "Altezza" vehicle tail lights from the early 2000s.

tracerit said:
These "S" design back cases are some of the ugliest cases I've seen. Kinda like those clear "Altezza" vehicle tail lights from the early 2000s.
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I have to agree. They look really tacky.

pretty cheap

For me, I would thank the OP for this. for 4 bucks, I would buy a 'protection' while taking my time to wait for the perfect case...

intern said:
I have to agree. They look really tacky.
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They aren't beautiful but for the price, consistent design, thinness, and especially the grip edges, there's few competition from getting the most for your dollar perspective.
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Rubber feet to protect the glass and unmuffled sound

So I wanted to protect the back glass with a screen protector since I would generally be laying the phone down on it's back. I got one of those "apply when wet" guards and it went on ok. The only problem is, the material is so soft, it basically makes a seal on a flat table which cuts off the speaker completely. I only noticed when I was missing text messages, that the sound was significantly reduced from laying it down.
So I got these rubber feet So far, so good. I was afraid they would come right off, but they are on there pretty good. If they do come off, I still have 92 left! I might remove my back screen protector, if these work out. They aren't too hard to get used to when holding, but they certainly don't look the greatest. I attached some pics.

Nice

munchy_cool said:
Nice
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Really terrible...

OP's idea is amazing! Agreed that the circular ones look ugly, but say something like two thin strips along the length of the phone, or two horizontal ones along the top and bottom curves?
How does one go about getting custom shapes like that?

anirudh412 said:
OP's idea is amazing! Agreed that the circular ones look ugly, but say something like two thin strips along the length of the phone, or two horizontal ones along the top and bottom curves?
How does one go about getting custom shapes like that?
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Little Android robot shapes!!!
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little android hands and feet...
agree, dont really like the idea of those rubber nubs, but I would think something a little less aggressive or strips running down the sides or tops. I like the idea, just not as pronounced.

I thought of this some time ago and actually sourced some 3M manufactured ones in transparent polyurethane with an acrylic adhesive. They make them as small as 6.4mm X 1.9mm. I have not found anywhere that sells them in anything less than bulk so I didn't order any. I am waiting to try a few more cases before I decide whether to do this, but am pretty happy with the diztronic TPU for now. My Poetic hardback is supposed to be here tomorrow. I am guessing that if the Poetic works well, and the phone will fit in it with the 3M pads on, I may go for it.

i bet you could find something at michaels.

It's not something I'd do, because how the device looks is a major selling point for me and this doesn't look great.
Not saying it's bad though, it's actually a very clever idea. I do worry about the back getting scratched and the muffled speaker is annoying, so nice job man :thumbup:
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I have some extra feet from an old laptop that were supposed to go in the four corners of the screen so the screen wouldn't press against your keyboard. They're maybe 0.5cm wide. Definitely been thinking about doing this myself.
However, I got the bumper instead. Which is now making me think I might plastidip the backside of it so it becomes uber grippy.

negrandr said:
Really terrible...
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Lol, yeah they aren't pretty. It's a work in progress until I can find some that are smaller.

Solutions Etcetera said:
I thought of this some time ago and actually sourced some 3M manufactured ones in transparent polyurethane with an acrylic adhesive. They make them as small as 6.4mm X 1.9mm. I have not found anywhere that sells them in anything less than bulk so I didn't order any. I am waiting to try a few more cases before I decide whether to do this, but am pretty happy with the diztronic TPU for now. My Poetic hardback is supposed to be here tomorrow. I am guessing that if the Poetic works well, and the phone will fit in it with the 3M pads on, I may go for it.
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Do you have a link to a bulk order?
Edit: I found these. Cheapest I can find is $234 for 3000 pieces. They are the same size as what I have, only clear. Would like to find something like a strip along the edge, to make it lower profile.

http://www.idroplets.com/
Ordered my Nexus 4 on the 13th. Still waiting.

estallings15 said:
http://www.idroplets.com/
Ordered my Nexus 4 on the 13th. Still waiting.
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Hmmm interesting
HTC Evo V 4G F/S $150 (x2 extended batts,x1 OEM batt,x1 black trident kraken case,Zune headphones,8gb micro ad card)

Xentar712 said:
Do you have a link to a bulk order?
Edit: I found these. Cheapest I can find is $234 for 3000 pieces. They are the same size as what I have, only clear. Would like to find something like a strip along the edge, to make it lower profile.
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Afraid not, but yeah that's them, and they were about 7 cents a piece by the case.
estallings15 said:
http://www.idroplets.com/
Ordered my Nexus 4 on the 13th. Still waiting.
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Hmmm interesting
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LOL 5 bucks for 28 cents worth of product... that is some margin!

Honestly, if you were gong to do something like this, I would suggest a few things.
Go to a cabinetry or hardware store, to look for the bumpers. You would be surprised at what they have.
A better solution, which I was thinking of is dynamat, the non aluminum version.
Take a sheet of plain paper, use a pencil to make an exact tracing of the back of the phone. Use the rubbing method to make sure you know the exact edges.
Overlay onto the dynamat, and use an exact knife to cut out your new back, and add sound channels. But it seems like a lot of work though.
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I'm thinking a drop of hot glue would do
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that's a really really bad idea.. considering that glass could crack at the instant the heat from hot glue touches the glass surface

I never said put it on the glass. Think outside the box
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estallings15 said:
http://www.idroplets.com/
Ordered my Nexus 4 on the 13th. Still waiting.
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I bought these yesterday and shared the link with some friends now he's out of business. Lol he better send mine I know he refunded some people there money and said they are out of stock. I never received an refund so maybe I'm good
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Bought a new carbon fiber back battery cover

I purchased a carbon fiber look battery cover from ebay and so far I'm pretty satisfied with it. Even though the 4 is roman numeral that's not really a big issue to me. It adds a more premium look and feel to the s4 so that's a big thumbs up! Below are a few pics taken from my iPad. Please have a look. Thanks! :laugh:

l0ngxnguyen said:
I purchased a carbon fiber look battery cover from ebay and so far I'm pretty satisfied with it. Even though the 4 is roman numeral that's not really a big issue to me. It adds a more premium look and feel to the s4 so that's a big thumbs up! Below are a few pics taken from my iPad. Please have a look. Thanks! :laugh:
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more pics

l0ngxnguyen said:
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That's pretty nice / unfortunately, I have to wait till the end of the month (Verzion) plus I'm getting it off contract (full price).
-- I'll most likely be getting the UAG Case; not sure of the color yet
(but would consider if going sans case 'aka naked')

l0ngxnguyen said:
I purchased a carbon fiber look battery cover from ebay and so far I'm pretty satisfied with it. Even though the 4 is roman numeral that's not really a big issue to me. It adds a more premium look and feel to the s4 so that's a big thumbs up! Below are a few pics taken from my iPad. Please have a look. Thanks! :laugh:
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Very nice, how is the fitment? Like factory? Any gaps?

Does the back have a texture feeling, also does it add bulk or is it like stock size

Looks veeery nice, but how's the workmanship and termination along the camera, flash...etc?

Aye, very nice case. Does NFC work? Any effect on wireless connectivity, such as call reception, WiFi, etc.

Dan37tz said:
Very nice, how is the fitment? Like factory? Any gaps?
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Fitment Is surprisingly like stock with no gap. It snaps on perectly!
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strossus84 said:
Does the back have a texture feeling, also does it add bulk or is it like stock size
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It does has texture leather type of feeling with no added bulk.
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Will T said:
Aye, very nice case. Does NFC work? Any effect on wireless connectivity, such as call reception, WiFi, etc.
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Nfc does work and any type of signal is as strong as ever.
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I hate to be the only negative one here but I've had these on the Galaxy S III and unfortunately I was very very disappointed. These are clearly cheapo chinese-made when you feel them, and the back is not even close to carbon fiber, it feels like tightly stitched cloth strings (which is most likely what it is). I know it's supposed to imitate a carbon fiber look but when you know what carbon fiber is supposed to feel like (Motorola smartphones, car mods, the actual material, etc..) it just ruins the whole experience feeling a knock-off every time you pick up the phone. But I guess that's what you can expect when you pay $10 for it. I am constantly looking for a legit expensive TRUE-carbon fiber cover (let it be even $60-70+ if it has to), it will be worth every penny in the end. I have seen a few projects done for the Galaxy S III and I will say these are the real deal here. Links below:
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Another Example
Once again, no knock against the look here but just remember you get what you pay for. Real Carbon Fiber is not a cheap material.
EDIT: If you guys want to look at a few other Carbon-like products for the Galaxy S4, here are a few more I found (some of these are actually not too bad):
http://www.skinomi.com/sk12646-samsung-galaxy-s4-carbon-fiber-skin-protector.html
http://www.bodyguardz.com/armor-carbon-fiber-skin-samsung-galaxy-s-4-iv.html
http://us.cygnett.com/urbanshield-black-carbon-fiber-galaxy-s4-pc-cf-case.html
http://www.case-mate.com/Refined-Ca...se-Mate-Black-Carbon-Fiber-2769_9666-opt.aspx

open1your1eyes0 said:
I hate to be the only negative one here but I've had these on the Galaxy S III and unfortunately I was very very disappointed. These are clearly cheapo chinese-made when you feel them, and the back is not even close to carbon fiber, it feels like tightly stitched cloth strings (which is most likely what it is). I know it's supposed to imitate a carbon fiber look but when you know what carbon fiber is supposed to feel like (Motorola smartphones, car mods, the actual material, etc..) it just ruins the whole experience feeling a knock-off every time you pick up the phone. But I guess that's what you can expect when you pay $10 for it. I am constantly looking for a legit expensive TRUE-carbon fiber cover (let it be even $60-70+ if it has to), it will be worth every penny in the end. I have seen a few projects done for the Galaxy S III and I will say these are the real deal here. Links below:
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Another Example
Once again, no knock against the look here but just remember you get what you pay for. Real Carbon Fiber is not a cheap material.
EDIT: If you guys want to look at a few other Carbon-like products for the Galaxy S4, here are a few more I found (some of these are actually not too bad):
http://www.skinomi.com/sk12646-samsung-galaxy-s4-carbon-fiber-skin-protector.html
http://www.bodyguardz.com/armor-carbon-fiber-skin-samsung-galaxy-s-4-iv.html
http://us.cygnett.com/urbanshield-black-carbon-fiber-galaxy-s4-pc-cf-case.html
http://www.case-mate.com/Refined-Ca...se-Mate-Black-Carbon-Fiber-2769_9666-opt.aspx
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i am a carbon fiber nut as well. thanks for the links. I actually have a Cygnett carbon case on the way!!! looking forward to it!

open1your1eyes0 said:
I hate to be the only negative one here but I've had these on the Galaxy S III and unfortunately I was very very disappointed. These are clearly cheapo chinese-made when you feel them, and the back is not even close to carbon fiber, it feels like tightly stitched cloth strings (which is most likely what it is). I know it's supposed to imitate a carbon fiber look but when you know what carbon fiber is supposed to feel like (Motorola smartphones, car mods, the actual material, etc..) it just ruins the whole experience feeling a knock-off every time you pick up the phone. But I guess that's what you can expect when you pay $10 for it. I am constantly looking for a legit expensive TRUE-carbon fiber cover (let it be even $60-70+ if it has to), it will be worth every penny in the end. I have seen a few projects done for the Galaxy S III and I will say these are the real deal here. Links below:
Post and Full Thread
Another Example
Once again, no knock against the look here but just remember you get what you pay for. Real Carbon Fiber is not a cheap material.
EDIT: If you guys want to look at a few other Carbon-like products for the Galaxy S4, here are a few more I found (some of these are actually not too bad):
http://www.skinomi.com/sk12646-samsung-galaxy-s4-carbon-fiber-skin-protector.html
http://www.bodyguardz.com/armor-carbon-fiber-skin-samsung-galaxy-s-4-iv.html
http://us.cygnett.com/urbanshield-black-carbon-fiber-galaxy-s4-pc-cf-case.html
http://www.case-mate.com/Refined-Ca...se-Mate-Black-Carbon-Fiber-2769_9666-opt.aspx
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Thanks for the information but this is solely based on users preference. I for one like the look and feel of it because the stock battery cover is worst then this eventhough it's from a Chinese maker. I like mine thats why I see decided to share my purchase. Once again it's based on my opinion. Thanks for your input
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How can u say no added bulk when on stock back cover the camera lens stands out further than the cover and on your first photo it looks flush or even recessed?

DJsCrIBbLe said:
How can u say no added bulk when on stock back cover the camera lens stands out further than the cover and on your first photo it looks flush or even recessed?
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I had one of these for my S3 (Best $10 I ever spent!). It does add a very small amount of thickness to the case (less than 1 mm and less than any case I've seen). I am glad it is that way because since camera lens is recessed, it is protected from being scratched.

i agree the camera recessed is better for protection just had to throw out that the case obviously differs from stock and does "add" thickness as clearly seen in the first pic..

DJsCrIBbLe said:
How can u say no added bulk when on stock back cover the camera lens stands out further than the cover and on your first photo it looks flush or even recessed?
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Its exactly like the sview from the looks.

l0ngxnguyen said:
I purchased a carbon fiber look battery cover from ebay and so far I'm pretty satisfied with it. Even though the 4 is roman numeral that's not really a big issue to me. It adds a more premium look and feel to the s4 so that's a big thumbs up! Below are a few pics taken from my iPad. Please have a look. Thanks! :laugh:
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Which seller on eBay? Do you have a link to share? Thanks.

l0ngxnguyen said:
I purchased a carbon fiber look battery cover from ebay and so far I'm pretty satisfied with it. Even though the 4 is roman numeral that's not really a big issue to me. It adds a more premium look and feel to the s4 so that's a big thumbs up! Below are a few pics taken from my iPad. Please have a look. Thanks! :laugh:
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I just one of these also. I am also pretty happy with it: It has more grip than the stock back cover, also, as you can see in OP's post, it has a tiny ridge to protect the camera lens. Also, it is well made, fits well and I think it looks better than the stock cover.
wmaden: I got mine on amazon. Here is the link:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CILXESE/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Which seller on eBay? Do you have a link to share? Thanks.
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I Hate This Stupid Phone

It just has so many flaws, I don't even know where to begin. I'm sure many others will agree with me.
The build quality is just too good. It is so fast, I can't even see any animations. I need lag in my browser, or it just feels fake. The battery life lasts way too long for me to be able to break in the charger that came with it. The back is so smooth, I think I'm going to drop it. People are always wanting to see my phone, because it "looks so cool", that I can never play with it myself.
Lol
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Haha. When I saw the title I was like either this person is crazy or its defective. Only flaw on this phone is the camera in my opinion.
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Actually the phone being smooth is a flaw for me. I always feel like I'm going to drop It but I'd rather keep metal, so I'll live with it. maybe HTC could have put some sort of coating over the metal to make it less smooth.
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BFirebird101 said:
It just has so many flaws, I don't even know where to begin. I'm sure many others will agree with me.
The build quality is just too good. It is so fast, I can't even see any animations. I need lag in my browser, or it just feels fake. The battery life lasts way too long for me to be able to break in the charger that came with it. The back is so smooth, I think I'm going to drop it. People are always wanting to see my phone, because it "looks so cool", that I can never play with it myself.
Lol
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+1 so awful
M8, nuff said.

Ndaoud360 said:
Actually the phone being smooth is a flaw for me. I always feel like I'm going to drop It but I'd rather keep metal, so I'll live with it. maybe HTC could have put some sort of coating over the metal to make it less smooth.
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You could try putting an XtremeGuard on the back. Maintains the metallic look but adds some grip. But of course if you like the feel of the metal then... yeah probably not =\

Ndaoud360 said:
Actually the phone being smooth is a flaw for me. I always feel like I'm going to drop It but I'd rather keep metal, so I'll live with it. maybe HTC could have put some sort of coating over the metal to make it less smooth.
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I have dropped mine 2 times, both from about 3-4 feet onto the pavement couple of small nicks on the metal casing but I am amazed at how well this phone holds up.

Yeah I dropped mine too. Fell out of my shirt pocket flat on its back onto concrete day after I got it. Scared me to death. Got a tpu case on eBay until spigen ships my slim armor later this month.
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Ndaoud360 said:
Actually the phone being smooth is a flaw for me. I always feel like I'm going to drop It but I'd rather keep metal, so I'll live with it. maybe HTC could have put some sort of coating over the metal to make it less smooth.
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I agree. I have mine in a Otterbox case, if I remove the case I have trouble holding the phone. I think any coating would hurt the appearance of the phone but there are clear plastic slip-on cases that might not look too bad?
The Otterbox is just plain FUGLY but I need the protection and the grip!

xs11e said:
I agree. I have mine in a Otterbox case, if I remove the case I have trouble holding the phone. I think any coating would hurt the appearance of the phone but there are clear plastic slip-on cases that might not look too bad?
The Otterbox is just plain FUGLY but I need the protection and the grip!
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I have a clear gel case on mine and imo it completes the phone. The metal finish is to slick...i'd drop it for sure. With the gel case its 100% easier to grip, its not slippery and doesnt add bulk to the phone. Also with it being clear you can still see the beautiful design of this beast. I cant say a darn thing bad about this phone

androidoholic said:
I have dropped mine 2 times, both from about 3-4 feet onto the pavement couple of small nicks on the metal casing but I am amazed at how well this phone holds up.
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There's a few test videos on YouTube, drop tests from 4ft/7ft/10ft, one of the tests was between the M7 and M8 and the other was between the M8, the G S5 and the iPhone 5S, the M8 got the best results in both test, only finally cracking at the 10ft mark in the latter video, not cracking at all in the M7/M8 video. Also another video shows scratch tests with a key, butchers knife, pocket knife and a hammer. Though it was hard to see in the video, the guy recording said there was next-to-no, if not NO scratches on the device, even after hitting it pretty hard with a hammer, though he used the back of the hammer and finally cracked it.
I think it's safe to say this phone is near indestructible, not saying you shouldn't still baby it but you can feel better about an accident that may happen if you drop it or what not, not to mention the 6 month screen crack insurance from HTC Advantage

I can't seem to find a good case that'll protect and look cool, any advice?
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krazie1 said:
I can't seem to find a good case that'll protect and look cool, any advice?
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I ordered one of these cases even though I like to run my phones naked. I figured I'd order a nice looking case just in case I'm going to be doing something that requires the protection. I thought it looked pretty nice, but that's just my opinion.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IF5B49S/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also like how this one lets the phone's natural beauty show through.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IMBU8C4/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

shortstuff_mt said:
I ordered one of these cases even though I like to run my phones naked. I figured I'd order a nice looking case just in case I'm going to be doing something that requires the protection. I thought it looked pretty nice, but that's just my opinion.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IF5B49S/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also like how this one lets the phone's natural beauty show through.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IMBU8C4/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I had the clear case with the black perimeter which I purchased with the phone at Big Red's store. I'm not sure, but I think the way the case's rubber sides was such that while taking off the case to access the microsd card I may have bent the metal near the volume buttons. That troubled me and forced me to put that case away. Big Red, thankfully, replaced my handset about a week later (I bought mine at 1:15 p.m. on 3/25/14), and I put a crystal clear TPU case on it which lets the Arctic Silver finish shine through.

I'm actually going to get my second replacement today... First had a small nick in the upper left corner, now this one has a strange bump in the center below the bottom speaker, resulting in warped metal. It wasn't there when I got it, but after some use it showed up. I guess be careful about applying pressure to the bottom corners of the device?
I feel like I'm being nitpicky, but idk... These are pretty glaring IMO.
Hopefully thirds a charm.
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shortstuff_mt said:
I ordered one of these cases even though I like to run my phones naked. I figured I'd order a nice looking case just in case I'm going to be doing something that requires the protection. I thought it looked pretty nice, but that's just my opinion.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IF5B49S/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also like how this one lets the phone's natural beauty show through.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IMBU8C4/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Beware of clear TPU: it will turn yellow over time... At least matte finish ones will.
I think diztronic makes the best slim and protective TPU cases. I recently got a translucent gray for my gray metal M8 and it's been great so far. Can't see all of the device's beauty, but it is see through.
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I had a clear TPU but while minimal, it provided very little protection. I went back to the UAG. Great protection without a major additional bulk of the Otterbox defender.
http://www.amazon.com/URBAN-ARMOR-G...ie=UTF8&qid=1397162917&sr=8-1&keywords=UAG+M8

StankFiss said:
He needs a snickers.!!!
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I NEED A SNICKERS! Please bring enough for everyone, OK?

Evocm7 said:
Haha. When I saw the title I was like either this person is crazy or its defective. Only flaw on this phone is the camera in my opinion.
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Why do people keep saying camera is bad?!! I took 2 photos, one with note3, and one with m8. U tell me which one looks better.....
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And from the note 3.....
Hmmm...they both look fuzzy to me? Didn't look like that before I uploaded Them here.
Anyways, the point is, it's a good camera. It's one of my favorite features of this phone! I compared to note 3, and honestly unless your cropping them, they look about the same.
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Here's another comparison. To S4, and we all know what mp count it has......... https://plus.google.com/102083211852766753327/posts/fd4KixKFA7N
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Gator Brah said:
Some folks just want to watch the world burn....
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I'd rather watch the world M8.
Tehe
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U WOT M8?