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SGS Matte/rubberized battery cover

Hello,
Does anyone know where I can buy a battery cover that's either matter or has a rubberized feel to it for my Galaxy S?
I don't want a case, I just want a back cover that's not a fingerprint magnet.
I'm looking for something that's already made and that can ship to Eastern Europe (Romania, eg. Amazon UK ships most stuff to my country).
Thank you.

Interesting nickname .. you've got bitten ?
I've got this one: http://cgi.ebay.com/Samsung-Galaxy-..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item1e64e81191
It will fit perfectly (at least mine did).
Ultra fast shipping to Romania (coming from UK). I've ordered monday evening and thusday morning it was in my postal box at my apartment.
P.S.: I got directions for this from this topic: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=720718

Thanks alot mate, will have a look and probably order one.
( just an old nickname, and usually english ones I use in games are taken )
edit: just placed the order.

Great! Looking for sth. like this, too!

Anyone else tried out this BC?

Up to now I'm using the TPU cover. It's a little thick but perfectly protects the edges as my phone usually drop out of my shirt pocket onto the concrete floor
one time per year ;-)

mucwendel said:
Anyone else tried out this BC?
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my order should be here in couple of days and I'll post some feedback

Just got my case today, delivery took 4 working days, and the back fits perfectly.
Thanks again ro_explorer for the link.

Do you know where I can find the white one? That seller has just black and pink ...

Got mine today. 4 days from UK to Germany. Applied it immidiatly and it fits perfectly! tremendous! I imagined it a little bit more "rubbery" but its more like a smooth grip. Still a great improvement with this matt black look. Grip improved 100%. No more sweat. Feels soft and natural. Recommended!
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turbare said:
Just got my case today, delivery took 4 working days, and the back fits perfectly.
Thanks again ro_explorer for the link.
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This is just what I need, where did you get this from mate? does it make your phone run hotter? Thx
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Try reading 2nd post.
S.U.R.F.A.C.E 2.something

No noticeable temp increase for me. Still feels very good - was afraid that it might lose its rubbery feeling to soon. It didnt.
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gsw5700 said:
This is just what I need, where did you get this from mate? does it make your phone run hotter? Thx
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here: http://cgi.ebay.com/Samsung-Galaxy-..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item1e64e81191

doesn't this attract a lot of dust and all the fabric fibres inside your pocket?

bubblefighter said:
doesn't this attract a lot of dust and all the fabric fibres inside your pocket?
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No, not at all.

bubblefighter said:
doesn't this attract a lot of dust and all the fabric fibres inside your pocket?
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not really.
By the way, I posted a little Galaxy S Cover-Review in which I compare this and some other cover.
Check my Signature...

The link others seem to be using is down. Does this seller still exist? Has anyone found similar vendors that will ship to Canada?
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er1cha said:
The link others seem to be using is down. Does this seller still exist? Has anyone found similar vendors that will ship to Canada?
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It's not down mate, maybe something with your provider?

Hi all, does anyone know a place where to buy this cover? I can't find it anymore, I see sold out in every place...

Sony Xperia Z Side Flip Case

Checked many cases and covers in xda and the side flip cover would be a good solution for Xperia z,for which could protect the battery cover as well as the battery cover in good condition,also it seems not wired as the common flip case while calling with the flip cover hanging there,and I plans to get one soon, if some one get the side flip ones from here,the covers seem nice yet if anyone experienced with them?
http://www.vanberry.com/smart-phone/case-for-xperia-z/sony-xperia-z-leather-case.html

You can follow this thread.
Link -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2144742
Sony Xperia Z Covers And Cases
And I just got my nillkin flip cover for my Xperia s ill take some photos and post them here for you to see.
The case is great
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Photos of the nillkin flip cover for Xperia s.
Photos with my gfs iPhone 5 ugh :-/
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Regarding the Nilkin case - does the front cover come off by itself or does it kind of stay on the display? It seems there is no snap on or magnetic feature..

It comes off by itself if your waving it around. No magnets no nothing.
Still I think they're one of the best looking.
Look through the cases covers and accessories thread. And ill be posting more new ones tonight.
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DarkKrypt said:
Photos of the nillkin flip cover for Xperia s.
Photos with my gfs iPhone 5 ugh :-/
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Good to know the nillkin case and it should be also a good solution to me.

DarkKrypt said:
Photos of the nillkin flip cover for Xperia s.
Photos with my gfs iPhone 5 ugh :-/
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nice dude

Yesterday saw the Nillkin Side Flip Case and bought it for 13 $ , it should come in 7 days. Looked ebay for about 2 hours and that one was the only one that is not ugly .

vibecatalin said:
Yesterday saw the Nillkin Side Flip Case and bought it for 13 $ , it should come in 7 days. Looked ebay for about 2 hours and that one was the only one that is not ugly .
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Is it a leather or a PU one ?

As far as I know they are PU, I also ordered one 2 days ago and I'm waiting for it!
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doghous said:
As far as I know they are PU, I also ordered one 2 days ago and I'm waiting for it!
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Bro, have you got the flip case yet and how about the reviews?

greentaloy said:
Bro, have you got the flip case yet and how about the reviews?
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Thanks for reminding me that I hadn't sent a review
I already have it for 2 weeks now and I am overall pleased.
In detail:
Pros:
The mobile goes in the case really nicely and smoothly but steadily at the same time.
It doesn't give you the impression that it will fall off or something.
Handling the device is really easy, despite the fact that the screen protection side does not have a magnet or something to keep it closed.
Overall quality is ok.
Cons:
I didn't like at all the ugly edges of the case, it seems as if the material was accidentally spilled at the edges.
The upper and lower sides of the case are nothing but smooth.
The USB cap opening does not match exactly the usb cap resulting in having to take the X-Z out of the case whenever I want to charge it or connect it to my laptop.
My rating is: 7/10 and that's because I got really annoyed when I saw that opening the usb cap is really difficult with this case.
I am currently using this one as my primary case for my XZ.
Once I receive my dock, I will use again the pouch that I have.

A good case

Anyone have any ideas of what cases are available now-a-days for the touchpad? I have the original HP Custom Fit case but its deforming... I liked the case a lot too . I would like something slim and not bulky. Thanks

I use one from Acase that fits perfectly and looks good.
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Does your cases play nice with the touchstone?

saijaiantonio said:
Does your cases play nice with the touchstone?
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The A case works fine on the TouchStone
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saijaiantonio said:
Anyone have any ideas of what cases are available now-a-days for the touchpad? I have the original HP Custom Fit case but its deforming... I liked the case a lot too . I would like something slim and not bulky. Thanks
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I've found that a lot of 1st gen iPad cases will work, as the are almost the exact same size. I currently have mine in a portfolio-style Belkin.

case
saijaiantonio said:
Anyone have any ideas of what cases are available now-a-days for the touchpad? I have the original HP Custom Fit case but its deforming... I liked the case a lot too . I would like something slim and not bulky. Thanks
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I have a green gel one I like

simpat1zq said:
I had the official case as well, and had the same problems. I switched to THIS ONE and I like it a lot better. The stand part of it seems more sturdy.
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I have that case and love it so far. I got it off ebay

I use the official custom-fit case and I love it. Though it seems to start deforming rather quickly

wamuzu said:
I use the official custom-fit case and I love it. Though it seems to start deforming rather quickly
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oh good it's not just me. I thought it was because I was putting it in my mini backpack and all the stress the mini backpack was putting on it.
Shame too because I really really love this case I hope more devices get cases like this. maybe the new ones add in some metal wire or something so it doesn't stretch.
mine is mainly warping along the power port, volume keys and microphone port.

Scaregdearimasu said:
oh good it's not just me. I thought it was because I was putting it in my mini backpack and all the stress the mini backpack was putting on it.
Shame too because I really really love this case I hope more devices get cases like this. maybe the new ones add in some metal wire or something so it doesn't stretch.
mine is mainly warping along the power port, volume keys and microphone port.
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Mine did very quickly. I think its heat related as I have used several hours a day since I bought it.
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Good case
gradular said:
Mine did very quickly. I think its heat related as I have used several hours a day since I bought it.
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I have had the same problem. Has anyone had any luck getting the case un-deformed? Maybe somehow getting it to shrink using heat or another process? I really like the skin case, and can live with it the way it is, but would prefer not to have large gaps by the power and volume, and a hump by the usb port...
Thanks.

Mine is deformed too...

Frenel said:
Mine is deformed too...
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Yeah as did mine. I treated it with care too. I don't think it matters how you treat it, the area around the power button is going to go wonky

the official custom hp case is the best one for the pad. though mine not only got deformed, it got REALLY smooth too, compared to my sisters new one

I finally got sick of the deformed case. But I wanted a slim case with flip cover, and all the ones I found bulked it up more than I cared for. So, I made my own out of two cases. I bought the Poetic TPU case off eBay for $6. Then I used a razor blade to remove the flip cover from my deformed OEM case. After failing with Gorilla glue, I found that good old super glue does an excellent job of bonding the cover material to TPU without deforming it. Looks a little rough, think I'll make another. Next time though, I'll bond the cover at top, making it easier to open or close on the touchstone charger.

Nomedias said:
So, I made my own out of two cases.
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That's a really good idea! Thanks!

i am useing this one
edit:
i cant post links so...
ebay
itm/Stand-Leather-Case-Cover-Screen-Guard-Protector-For-HP-Touch-Pad-TouchPad-/390350740795?pt=US_Tablet_eReader_Cases_Covers_Keyboard_Folios&hash=item5ae2b79d3b

That's a nice compromise nomedias!
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I have done a little surgery to my original HP case. I cut off the parts that were warping. And actually, it worked out well. But after doing that, I bought a carbon fiber skin and a Touchstone charger and only use the case when I take it out of the house. It feels nice without a case.

The only case I've been able to get to play nice with my touchstone sadly is the stock hp touchpad case.

Dock + Case/Bumper

Hello,
First, I'm sorry if this was discussed in details somewhere. I have read a lot of threads in accessories these last days. Even though some threads were about this subject (example : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2176767, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2200760), I haven't found the answer to my question. Moderators, feel free to move the thread, sorry if you have to.
To the point:
Basically my question is : Do we really have to choose between the dock and case/bumber? I would really love to be able to use both for obvious reasons (wireless charging and protection). I have found some cases that are supposed to fit the official dock, but according to users' reviews they are really bad and fragile (in addition to be ugly) : http://shop.brando.com/Simplism-Ultra-Thin-Cover-Set-for-Sony-Xperia-Z_p08858c1512d004.html or really bulky : http://shop.brando.com/Simplism-Flip-Note-Style-for-Sony-Xperia-Z_p8857c304d4.html
I would like to have something like the aluminium bumper : http://shop.brando.com/Sony-Xperia-Z-Metallic-Bumper_p8856c304d4.html
But with a charging pins cutout and a dock suitable for such a built. Probably a 3rd party kit : bumper + suitable dock sold with it.
Have anyone found something like this? Let's say no matter the price? Or some DIY is the only way so far? Would be really strange that no one on the market have thought about it...
Thanks!

SuperTraxer said:
Hello,
First, I'm sorry if this was discussed in details somewhere. I have read a lot of threads in accessories these last days. Even though some threads were about this subject (example : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2176767, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2200760), I haven't found the answer to my question. Moderators, feel free to move the thread, sorry if you have to.
To the point:
Basically my question is : Do we really have to choose between the dock and case/bumber? I would really love to be able to use both for obvious reasons (wireless charging and protection). I have found some cases that are supposed to fit the official dock, but according to users' reviews they are really bad and fragile (in addition to be ugly) : http://shop.brando.com/Simplism-Ultra-Thin-Cover-Set-for-Sony-Xperia-Z_p08858c1512d004.html or really bulky : http://shop.brando.com/Simplism-Flip-Note-Style-for-Sony-Xperia-Z_p8857c304d4.html
I would like to have something like the aluminium bumper : http://shop.brando.com/Sony-Xperia-Z-Metallic-Bumper_p8856c304d4.html
But with a charging pins cutout and a dock suitable for such a built. Probably a 3rd party kit : bumper + suitable dock sold with it.
Have anyone found something like this? Let's say no matter the price? Or some DIY is the only way so far? Would be really strange that no one on the market have thought about it...
Thanks!
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I think the only way is to modify the dock(DK26) to fit aftermarket cases. Or make yourself your own.
Guys any idea if the Xperia Z would fit in the dock(DK26) with Spigen Glass.T?

ivar21 said:
I think the only way is to modify the dock(DK26) to fit aftermarket cases. Or make yourself your own.
Guys any idea if the Xperia Z would fit in the dock(DK26) with Spigen Glass.T?
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I am using the DK26 dock and the Simplism cover with the Spigen glass T slim.
The way I worked it was to cut out from the back of the dock the 2 plastic arms that hold your phone in place when you dock it. this gives me a little more space and now the simplism cover and phone dock. its still tight but heck, it works.

rowver said:
I am using the DK26 dock and the Simplism cover with the Spigen glass T slim.
The way I worked it was to cut out from the back of the dock the 2 plastic arms that hold your phone in place when you dock it. this gives me a little more space and now the simplism cover and phone dock. its still tight but heck, it works.
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Wow that simplism cover is very cool. but a little expensive. I've bought a similar one on eBay. Hope it looks the same.
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magikmichael said:
Wow that simplism cover is very cool. but a little expensive. I've bought a similar one on eBay. Hope it looks the same.
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Can you give us a link? And also small review when you get it please

droidhd said:
Can you give us a link? And also small review when you get it please
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Sure... This one in red: http://item.mobileweb.ebay.nl/viewitem?itemId=360650461330
And this one in black and clear: http://item.mobileweb.ebay.nl/viewitem?itemId=121104665017
The last ones are very cheap so i expect nothing from those. I will post my findings when i receive them. Hopefully next week.
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I would bet more on first one than last one. Not because of price, but because it is thinnest. But still I think it will be not enough thin for dock. The thinnest case (simplism) is 0.35mm and by reviews it goes in dock in milimeters, I just wish to get one of the cases that are able to use with dock (even I have aftermarket dock) as it is annoying to put imak case everytime off the phone, when I need to charge it. So please, report us what was the results )

@magikmichael
Ok, I`ve got reply from seller on ebay
thanks for your inquiry.
at usually. it can use this case with charging dock station for Xperia Z
pls don't worry,if not ,we can do the full refund to you
any questions,pls contact us
best regards
Alice
- kaistore168
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It is about this one (0.4mm):
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360650461330&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123
I guess I will order it, I have nothing to lose

droidhd said:
@magikmichael
Ok, I`ve got reply from seller on ebay
It is about this one (0.4mm):
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360650461330&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123
I guess I will order it, I have nothing to lose
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Ok, nice to hear. Now i need to find me a dock. Any recommendations except for the original sony one?

magikmichael said:
Ok, nice to hear. Now i need to find me a dock. Any recommendations except for the original sony one?
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Hehe, me again . Well you have 4 options:
1. Original
2. http://www.ebay.com/itm/151033725824?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 - delivering to NL
I ordered this one for my friend, he is happy
3. http://www.ebay.com/itm/40048479627...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 Also ordered for another friend and since on dx-box they sent me by mistake, I am using also one as this, but waiting from DX-box to get correct one option 4
4. http://dx-box.com/desktop-dock-sync-cradle-charger-dk26-for-sony-xperia-z-c6603.html
On all of them I payed extra for tracking number and I was able to track with nice app from play - TrackChecker

droidhd said:
Hehe, me again . Well you have 4 options:
1. Original
2. http://www.ebay.com/itm/151033725824?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 - delivering to NL
I ordered this one for my friend, he is happy
3. http://www.ebay.com/itm/40048479627...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 Also ordered for another friend and since on dx-box they sent me by mistake, I am using also one as this, but waiting from DX-box to get correct one option 4
4. http://dx-box.com/desktop-dock-sync-cradle-charger-dk26-for-sony-xperia-z-c6603.html
On all of them I payed extra for tracking number and I was able to track with nice app from play - TrackChecker
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Thanks. Will look into it.
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alternative docks, is it same saze as official one?

About time some manufacturers are gonna read these topics, I think they sell them out in no time

Any good protection available yet ?

Hello!
I will get my One Mini in like 2 - 5 days. Of course I want to protect it.
Im kinda always outside and not at home, so there's like always a possibility to drop the phone.
My dad owns the bigger sibling (M7) and he told me this device is really slippy, even though it's pretty handy. I never dropped any of my phones outside and broke the display or anything.. Well I dropped my iPod Touch one time.. but that was an apple device.. I got over it
Now, are there any good cases out yet ?
Im currently using a flipcase on my Desire HD. Brand: I-Carer.
So I preffer cases like the one I have. Dad ordered THIS one.
Im searching for something simular. But I haven't found anything yet..
Anything out yet, or am I asking too early...

Mini protection....
Hi,
I'd suggest a case-mate "barely there" silicon sleeve, and get a Zagg screen protector (coming soon for the mini - check the site!)
As the phone's name suggests, it's mini, so why bulk it up with silly flip cases!

I own that one:
http://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B00E8Y...flip case&qid=1376506583&ref_=sr_1_59&sr=8-59
Im honestly not that satisfied..
So imma order a new one soon..
I cant find a picture of the case you wrote down, can you post or pm a link ?
Think I'll prefer silicon soft cases..
I always had them, wanted to try something new but the flipcase makes a fast accept difficult, and not very handy..
I can post a full review to that case If needed.
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Busted. said:
I own that one:
http://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B00E8Y...flip case&qid=1376506583&ref_=sr_1_59&sr=8-59
Im honestly not that satisfied..
So imma order a new one soon..
I cant find a picture of the case you wrote down, can you post or pm a link ?
Think I'll prefer silicon soft cases..
I always had them, wanted to try something new but the flipcase makes a fast accept difficult, and not very handy..
I can post a full review to that case If needed.
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/Case-Mate-T...810120&sr=1-1&keywords=htc+one+mini+case+mate

Could always get the HTC double dip case and a casemate screen protector. I find it works really well

I've just put on a skinomi screen protector. Bought from amazon, same as Zagg, just slightly cheaper. Reply back once its fully stuck and useable and give an opinion on it.
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Simular to zagg ?
Can you send me a link ? Im on my phone, bad internet connection over here..cant find it on google..
I had a zagg screenprotector once.
Tbh i stil have it
Its stil on the device, and I loved that protector.
So I'd like to see the alternative, and maybe review it.
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crazycastle said:
I've just put on a skinomi screen protector. Bought from amazon, same as Zagg, just slightly cheaper. Reply back once its fully stuck and useable and give an opinion on it.
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Bought it, applied it following the direction, threw it away 20 seconds after. Complete waste of money. Hopefully Spiegen will come out the glass one for mini, by far the best screen protector I have ever had.

holyevilcow said:
Bought it, applied it following the direction, threw it away 20 seconds after. Complete waste of money. Hopefully Spiegen will come out the glass one for mini, by far the best screen protector I have ever had.
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I have to dissagree. It went on better than the zagg i done for my lads Desire C, and is crystal clear when on. Yes, some ppl don't like the feel of these types of protectors, but as for protection i think its worth it. And for only £7, its worth every penny.
I tried to post a link but have a restricted account atm, sorry.
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No problem mate, I already searched it up when I had better connection
Gonna try out soon, as I've been satisfied with the zagg case :thumbup:
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I've got a barely-there case that will deliver today along with some generic clear screen protectors. Will see if the case is worth while tonight.
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h8rift said:
I've got a barely-there case that will deliver today along with some generic clear screen protectors. Will see if the case is worth while tonight.
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I got my case mate barely there case yesterday - 100% definitely worth it, tried the htc and generic cheap cases, all rubbish. Case mate is the one.... lol
Have an invisible shield on it's way - will report back on the screen protection, it gets 5 star reviews on Amazon.....
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Where are you guys ordering your barely there cases? Amazon seems to only have them in pink...
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jholl016 said:
Where are you guys ordering your barely there cases? Amazon seems to only have them in pink...
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You can order direct from case mate - free delivery in the US:
http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-One-Mini-Cases/HTC-One-Mini-Cases.asp

What you guys think about this one? Im thinking of buying it. Anyone owns it so I can see some opinions?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/HTC-Double-...e=UTF8&qid=1386931608&sr=8-1&keywords=HC+C850

Relativedegree said:
What you guys think about this one? Im thinking of buying it. Anyone owns it so I can see some opinions?
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I use this Case together with a Adore June Sleeve and i have nothing to complain.

htc.one.mini said:
I use this Case together with a Adore June Sleeve and i have nothing to complain.
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I use orignal back cover form htc shop. Very good quality and save my phone very well.

I have the hard black case by Nillkin ... have no complaints about it
http://www.nillkin.com/english/proshow.asp?mid=2&sid=0&tid=0&cid=1&scid=13&id=3540&page=1

leungalv said:
I have the hard black case by Nillkin ... have no complaints about it
I have this case as well and love it. A friend has the Barely There case from amazon uk. 14 sterling. Has great reviews!
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