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Samsung Galaxy S Wallet Review [Credit Cards, Cash & Phone!]

Hey Guys
I've recently purchased an accessory from eBay. It came yesterday and I have got to tell you it's the best case I have bought for the Galaxy S, and I must have bought 6 or 7 cases for it, as I like to change. The case I bought is great, because it frees up space in my pocket because I can carry the cards I use every day (debit cards, membership cards, college card etc...) in the same case as I carry my phone. You can see how the case holds both the phone and the cards in the picture, and their is a compartment behind the cards holder for cash and other items of use (such as my bike key and house key).
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I have also seen the video for the Samsung Galaxy S drop test, and me being a 'safety freak' as I don't want it to break, put it to the test whilst it was in this case. The phone simply clips inside and is very sturdy, the phone has never fallen out of its clip and is actually pretty hard to remove, which is something I like for safety reasons. I dropped the phone onto tile flooring whilst the case was closed, from a height of about 7ft. This is little above my height, as I am 6ft2" and whilst making a call it could be easy to drop. The phone was fine, no scratch or scuff marks, and the screen was intact! I have tried this whilst the case is both opened and closed, and it seems that the case almost closes its self when it is dropped to protect the screen which is a massive pro for this casing!
Now, onto the bad things about this casing. As you can see, the hinge is leather, as you would expect it to be for style. This means that you have to fold over the leather {which doesn't damage it in any way}, whilst you are making a phone call, or it just flaps all over your face. The same goes for typing, it's difficult to type fast with both fingers, unless of course you fold the case over, which is no big deal! One other con with this product, is that when you first insert your credit card type objects, they are hard to remove and are a tight fit, but once you've put them in and removed them a few times, it becomes looser and things become much easier.
So theirs my review on this case. You can get it from eBay and I purchased it for £7.90 with free postage and packaging, from a UK supplier, so these aren't manufactured in Hong Kong or China. It's a great product, and if you're looking to free up some space in your pockets, whilst protecting your phone, I would definitely recommend this to you. It also comes with 2 free screen protectors and a cleaning cloth, which aren't great and I personally don't use them as it's gorilla glass, but some people do use them, and you've got 2, so if you put one on wrong or break one, you've got another go, well worth the money! I will shortly take some pictures of my case, and not use the one on eBay which could be seen as biased towards selling the product.
Thanks for reading the review!
Adam Downing

Just how hard is it to remove? Is it easy enough to remove that its not a negative when you get in the car and want to move it to the car holder?

It's not of great difficulty to remove, but you will need two hands to remove it. You have to lift it on either side and it unclips.

Thanks for the review, the case looks like a great thing to take out on the town with you, without having 4,5,6 different things to look after.
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Thats great I looked on ebay for about a week for this exact type of case for times when I go out. I'm so glad I found your post. Thanks for the detailed review!!
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Can u send link plz
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Here's my case. I bought it at a jumble sale for £0.50p and has seen me through four phones for nearly six years now. A bit clunky but it holds the phone in the front with a Velcro flap and all credit cards, notes my USB etc etc inside. It may not look the most modern but the design and quality is excellent. If it were a little slimmer it would be perfect.

Won't the cards be touching/scratching the Galaxy S?

In which one?

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In which one?
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AdamDowning's

They touch it, but don't scratch the screen. Been using it maybe 1-2 weeks now, and no scratches, it comes with a free screen protector if you wanna put that on but I don't use one. Remember, it's gorilla glass!

AdamDowning said:
They touch it, but don't scratch the screen. Been using it maybe 1-2 weeks now, and no scratches, it comes with a free screen protector if you wanna put that on but I don't use one. Remember, it's gorilla glass!
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got mine today, also not fancy to put on the screen protector ... looks nice and cmon 99p ...

I've got this case, and I absolutely love it. In fact, my 15 year old (who has a Galaxy Portal) wants one for his phone...he thinks it's "cool". I own a Pdair book case, and a few other cases, but this case is definitely the best of them all.

Tehpriest said:
Here's my case. I bought it at a jumble sale for £0.50p and has seen me through four phones for nearly six years now. A bit clunky but it holds the phone in the front with a Velcro flap and all credit cards, notes my USB etc etc inside. It may not look the most modern but the design and quality is excellent. If it were a little slimmer it would be perfect.
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I would delete that second picture. I can read quite a few of the numbers on your credit card and I'm not a determined crook.
Next time just pull the cards out, or just put one that isn't as sensitive.

Just got mine.. the seller kind enough to add me to the safe list so that I can buy the item..
I really like the case, sleek and stylish. You can see that it is really well made..

I got one of these and I'm in two minds about it, on the one hand I really like it the quality is excellent and I got it for a quid when they were on sale.
However, I really would far prefer a flip down because holding it when on a phone call is kinda awkward. It's such a pity because other than that it's pretty much the perfect case.

Hi! Have had this for a while now..and last 2weeks 2 of my bank cards has become unrecognized when trying to use them.. You had cards get broken? Hmm maybe to close to phone magnets? :-(
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Sweet! So now you lose your phone AND your money when you get robbed!
Don't mind me, just trollin

Product F(RED) said:
Sweet! So now you lose your phone AND your money when you get robbed!
Don't mind me, just trollin
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Exactly! ;-)
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Bicycle Phone Holder

Can someone recommend me a holder for my bicycle handlebar? I love MyTracks audio prompts, but would love to have the other visual information at a glance. Preferrably a holder that can adjust, because I might be getting an extended battery too.
Thanks!
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I bought one from thinkgeek two weeks ago for 11.99 and it rules. I ride off road trails daily and it does not slip at all. Yesterday I hate a decent jump forgetting I had my phone mounted and it did not move, well worth it.
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does it go wide enough for cameras?

magicwands said:
I bought one from thinkgeek two weeks ago for 11.99 and it rules. I ride off road trails daily and it does not slip at all. Yesterday I hate a decent jump forgetting I had my phone mounted and it did not move, well worth it.
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Thank you for the recommendation. Do you happen to have the TG link handy?
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I'd love that link as well.
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Thank you for the recommendation. Do you happen to have the TG link handy?
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This thing? http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/travel-outdoors/e04d/??? Looks super cheap and way too big for anything other than beach cruising.

doesn't look very sturdy, I don't want my phone flinging off my bike when I'm skidding through traffic at 20mph. I'm going to mod the back of a case for the phone, they snap lock pretty securely to the back of the phone, just make a handlebar loop of some sort and it might do the trick.

thesals said:
doesn't look very sturdy, I don't want my phone flinging off my bike when I'm skidding through traffic at 20mph. I'm going to mod the back of a case for the phone, they snap lock pretty securely to the back of the phone, just make a handlebar loop of some sort and it might do the trick.
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I agree, it didn't look too secure. Try one of the Arkon mounts if the DIY doesn't work out. I use one on my motorcyle so I'm sure it would be ok for you.

I use this one on my bike and it works great.
http://cgi.ebay.com/SlipGrip-1-Bike...957147?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d2e8d17db

I can't post a link here yet but, you might Google "Ram Mounts" (ram-mount.com). These guys aren't cheap but they are good. Highly regarded in motorcycle circles. I would think the bycycle mounts or motorcycle mounts may work for ya.

G2 Arm Band?

Anyone else use the G2 with an arm band? I'm thinking of it since I don't want to go out and buy an ipod nano.
Which one are you using and how's the fit?
I have a feeling the G2 feels a bit too heavy for comfortable running, but it's worth a try to ask!

G2 is a bit heavy for armband imo
l think they cost around £10-20 so if you want to use it for running i would just
buy an ipod shuffle £30 or sony Walkman W-series £27 it is waterproof (if where you live rains all the time like here in scotland) and it doesnt have any wire.

bahmanxda said:
G2 is a bit heavy for armband imo
l think they cost around £10-20 so if you want to use it for running i would just
buy an ipod shuffle £30 or sony Walkman W-series £27 it is waterproof (if where you live rains all the time like here in scotland) and it doesnt have any wire.
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^------------ Pretty much what he said. another option though, as it may sound silly is to have a light belt with a side pouch to put the phone in and keep it secured. you can probably combine that with your housekeys and necessary cards and have a 1 pouch for all.

mputtr said:
^------------ Pretty much what he said. another option though, as it may sound silly is to have a light belt with a side pouch to put the phone in and keep it secured. you can probably combine that with your housekeys and necessary cards and have a 1 pouch for all.
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A fanny pack?

baggyrabbit said:
A fanny pack?
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oh god no not a fanny pack.
i meant like a vertical pouch that goes on your side not the front. something that is slimmer.. let me see if i can find some pics. brb
edit: something along the same vein as http://www.bargainstation.com/Produ...-Detachable-Shoulder-StrapNylonBlack-Platinum
not exactly this one, but the same idea. I have a plain one that has 2 slots. a big one for whatever electronic i have and a tiny one for keys or cards.

I just hold it in my hand, and I'm a girl. Not very comfortable but it's not the end of the world.
nano and shuffle don't have GPS on them and I can't google tracks or CardioTrainer on them.

I would like a functioning armband also. I can't hold the phone in my hand when I'm on a bike. I have a Nano for music, but I'm also wanting to use Endomondo or Sports Tracker

primeral said:
I would like a functioning armband also. I can't hold the phone in my hand when I'm on a bike. I have a Nano for music, but I'm also wanting to use Endomondo or Sports Tracker
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Check your local walmart, ive found quite a few iphone 4 pouches that fit my dz fine. Usually the cheaper no name brands fit, as theyre usually too big for the iphone because theyre so cheap lol. But i mean hey...whatever works right?
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search this forum for iarmband to see what people think. They are $15 iarmbands.com
I used one for my G1 and loved it. When I upgraded to the G2, I got an iarmband to fit it. I also use my iarmband to 'mount' my phone on exercise machines at the gym using the strap doubled over and velcroed with the additional tab.

I began using a football wrist coach with my Touch Pro a few years ago and my G2 fits nicely, as well. (google or bing "football wrist coach" to see more versions than you'll ever need) I stumbled on this while trying to find something in my stash of extra parts to secure the relatively brick-like Touch Pro to my upper arm and reduce the flopping during runs. The wrist coach holds everything securely and I'm not constantly having to readjust it.
When running, I have it rotated so the clear panel is facing away from my body to prevent the phone from hitting my torso. When riding, I have it rotated so the clear panel is on the inside of my wrist, which is convenient for quickly glancing down at the screen while in the aerobars or drops.
Cons:
- the come in several sizes, so you need to find a sporting goods store to assure you choose one that will fit your device and your arm
- you may need an extension cable for your headphones if you want to listen to music on your device while running; the swing of your arm can pull the earphones out of your ears easily - not a problem while riding typically.
e.g. My high-end Shure earphone cables are modular and work perfectly, whereas my mid-range $50 Sony's cables are too short for running comfortably.
As always, YMMV

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search this forum for iarmband to see what people think. They are $15 iarmbands.com
I used one for my G1 and loved it. When I upgraded to the G2, I got an iarmband to fit it. I also use my iarmband to 'mount' my phone on exercise machines at the gym using the strap doubled over and velcroed with the additional tab.
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I have been searching for a running band for months. This looked like the best option on this thread so I ordered one today. I will provide feedback when it arrives.
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Finally received and tried the iarmband. It works for my runs. I like that the touch screen works through clear screen cover. Issues are the headphone hole is not perfectly aligned. It is a little tight on the arm, could have more ajustability. Overall I am very happy with this solution, issues are minor. I would recommend.
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I have the Arkon SM-Armband and it works amazing and is only $14.95. Maybe find it cheaper on ebay or amazon. Here is the link to view videos and purchase:
<P><P>http://www.arkon.com/sports_armband/tmobile_g2_armband.html

I bought the Arkon SM armband for my G2...
I had read this thread plus the one over at androidforums.com before selecting it.
Here is the link.
EDIT, guess i need to make a couple more posts to put in a link....ok so here is the link text then for someone to copy if desired.
amazon.com/Arkon-Sm-Armband-Blackberry-Motorola-Smartphones/dp/B004VFFT3I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1327086415&sr=8-2
It works ok, although to make it real tight like i like it I put on 2 wristbands first (even though its up on my bicep area), then slide the thing on. Also, any case for the G2 must be taken off for it to slide in....even then its quite a tight fit. Not something you just pop in and go, gotta work it a tad. This is due to phone width, not.....face size....I guess.
Overall, pleased for the 16 bucks i dropped on it.

I bought a cheap armband a while ago off Ebay similar to this.
Works perfectly for me. Touchscreen works through the transparent plastic window.
Had to cut off a very small piece of the neoprene for the headphone plug to fit.

Nexus 4 Case for working out at the gym?

Hi all,
I'm looking to see if anyone has any suggestions on a case for my Nexus 4. I workout everyday and with my Galaxy Nexus sometimes the phone would fall out of my pocket when on benches, etc. I don't want that to happen with my Nexus 4 so I'm looking hopefully for a belt clip case. Maybe like a pouch w/ a clip. Definitely something soft on the inside and that doesn't scratch the phone.
I don't want an armband because that plastic cover just destroys your phone, and I don't like the arm bands.
Any suggestions? Thanks a lot!!

mortal300 said:
Hi all,
I'm looking to see if anyone has any suggestions on a case for my Nexus 4. I workout everyday and with my Galaxy Nexus sometimes the phone would fall out of my pocket when on benches, etc. I don't want that to happen with my Nexus 4 so I'm looking hopefully for a belt clip case. Maybe like a pouch w/ a clip. Definitely something soft on the inside and that doesn't scratch the phone.
I don't want an armband because that plastic cover just destroys your phone, and I don't like the arm bands.
Any suggestions? Thanks a lot!!
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Nerds don't need to workout.
Just kidding.
There aren't that many accessories particularly cases for the Nexus 4 yet - you'll have to wait a bit or perhaps just invest in a smaller dedicated mp3 player which is what I do.

the1onewolf said:
Nerds don't need to workout.
Just kidding.
There aren't that many accessories particularly cases for the Nexus 4 yet - you'll have to wait a bit or perhaps just invest in a smaller dedicated mp3 player which is what I do.
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lol I was afraid that's the case.
I hate carrying around more than just my phone for use cases that are already featured in the phone (i.e music).
Thanks for the reply though.

mortal300 said:
lol I was afraid that's the case.
I hate carrying around more than just my phone for use cases that are already featured in the phone (i.e music).
Thanks for the reply though.
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I use this one and it works GREAT! I don't have my n4 yet, but it works fine for the S3, so I'm thinking it will work for you. Not waterproof, though.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-SPIbelt-sport-running-pack-ANTHRACITE-Expandable-Fitness-Bag-Belt-/150805267289?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item231cb1c359

mortal300 said:
Hi all,
I'm looking to see if anyone has any suggestions on a case for my Nexus 4. I workout everyday and with my Galaxy Nexus sometimes the phone would fall out of my pocket when on benches, etc. I don't want that to happen with my Nexus 4 so I'm looking hopefully for a belt clip case. Maybe like a pouch w/ a clip. Definitely something soft on the inside and that doesn't scratch the phone.
I don't want an armband because that plastic cover just destroys your phone, and I don't like the arm bands.
Any suggestions? Thanks a lot!!
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+1
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Would be interested in this myself.
Although I think I might use my old phone as a music player for the gym, or just use a cheap run of the mill mp3 player. Wouldnt want to accidentally smash my phone while DLing.

danjbry said:
I use this one and it works GREAT! I don't have my n4 yet, but it works fine for the S3, so I'm thinking it will work for you. Not waterproof, though.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-SPIbelt-sport-running-pack-ANTHRACITE-Expandable-Fitness-Bag-Belt-/150805267289?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item231cb1c359
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Hmm not really my "type" I guess.
I was looking for something like this: http://www.accessorygeeks.com/samsu...LPH-PUT2XLBK&gclid=CMPzspGY8bMCFaN_QgodPGMAUg
But of course I want it to fit the N4.
Does anyone know what closely resembles the size of the N4 so that I can buy a case for that phone since nothing is really out yet for the N4?
Thanks

DON'T WORK OUT WITH YOUR PHONE AT THE GYM!!!
I broke my SGS2 at the gym by dropping a 50lb dumbbell on it :crying:

I just stick mine in an android neoprene case (search ebay for neoprene galaxy s 3- the n4 ones are sold out )..then use sennheiser stereo Bluetooth headphones.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Neoprene-Pouch-Case-Samsung-Galaxy-SIII-Galaxy-S3-I9300-/181011079913
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mortal300 said:
Hmm not really my "type" I guess.
I was looking for something like this: http://www.accessorygeeks.com/samsu...LPH-PUT2XLBK&gclid=CMPzspGY8bMCFaN_QgodPGMAUg
But of course I want it to fit the N4.
Does anyone know what closely resembles the size of the N4 so that I can buy a case for that phone since nothing is really out yet for the N4?
Thanks
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HTC One X and Galaxy Nexus Cases should fit.
thebest said:
DON'T WORK OUT WITH YOUR PHONE AT THE GYM!!!
I broke my SGS2 at the gym by dropping a 50lb dumbbell on it :crying:
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LOL, on November 13th, I was spotting my friend when he was doing military presses and he just dropped the weights when he finished... And we watched the dumbell slowly roll onto his iPhone 4S. It crushed the display.

I take my Captivate into the gym. :lol:

I ended up buying this for now!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/230888870460?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Has a belt clip and a magnetic cover to hold in place. Also has microfiber on the inside so it won't scratch the phone. The important part here is the headphone jack WILL be accessible while in the case and it won't bend the headset or anything.

i would never take my nexus 4 to the gym for a couple reasons. 1. i dont want it to get crushed 2. i go to the gym to workout, not text haha

Ajfink said:
I take my Captivate into the gym. :lol:
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Best sounding smartphone with voodoo IMO.
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sideswipe14 said:
i would never take my nexus 4 to the gym for a couple reasons. 1. i dont want it to get crushed 2. i go to the gym to workout, not text haha
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2) It's not about texting, it's called using Google Music
The phone comes with 16gb for a reason. I don't want and shouldn't need to buy an Mp3 player if I have 5,000 songs in the cloud. It's supposed to be used as a "all-in-one" device. But of course, do what you want with it...juss' sayin

the1onewolf said:
Nerds don't need to workout.
Just kidding.
There aren't that many accessories particularly cases for the Nexus 4 yet - you'll have to wait a bit or perhaps just invest in a smaller dedicated mp3 player which is what I do.
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I kept my 3GS around for this reason, I can log my workouts using Jefit and still bump music, In airplane mode it lasts a good week.
Parts are cheap too.

I used this guy for my Galaxy Nexus in an Otterbox --- perfect fit. N4 fits like a glove as well (obviously). Don't really understand how the plastic cover will destroy the phone, though.
http://www.tunebelt.com/ab85

I would avoid taking this phone in general into any gym or any serious physical activity, even with a case. Personal opinion.
I know this doesn't address the issue of a Case for the N4, especially one specific to gym type, but have you considered the motoactv? I have been using mine on a daily basis for the past six months for running and lifting. Plus I never enjoyed using any armband of any sort. I really like the clip and the watchband, although I do worry about smacking the glass face into a weight or falling during a trail run and breaking the glass. So far so good.
Besides the motoactv, I do see some gym goers making use of the uh... waist band pack thing, I just see it getting in the way often.
I know its a relatively cheap phone, but i'd prefer not to expose my phone, which I do use from time to time as a phone and put up to my face, to a gym type environment, it just seems to beg for some sort of bad news, be it damage or otherwise.

I use Bluetooth headphones, that way I can listen to music at the gym while my phone is safely off to the side resting on my bag. I used to use an armband, but this is much easier and safer.
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ragnarokx said:
I use Bluetooth headphones, that way I can listen to music at the gym while my phone is safely off to the side resting on my bag. I used to use an armband, but this is much easier and safer.
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Which set do you have?

Spigen style ring

Does anyone use this kind of ring to help minimize the chance of dropping while holding your phone? I think it is a good idea. I plan to get it to use it with the Rhino Shield Bundle for the 6P when it release in Dec. I was planning to get the Ringke fusion case that I can use a lanyard with.
Here is a review.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jge3PAkz6rc
Product info.
http://www.spigen.com/products/iphone-6s-plus-ring?variant=6192948545
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QVgY2d4X4k

Never dropped my phone while holding it... I have a habit of putting it in my lap when I drive and then getting out of car and forgetting its in my lap and bammmm on the concrete... Ordered a car phone holder finally
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After using a Nexus 6 for a year I don't need anything like that. Moral of the story you will get used to it. My wife is 5'1" and loves her Nexus 6 and wanted the 6P this year because she would rather use a phablet than a tiny phone.

I had a flygrip pretty much the same concept it was cool but took it off after a while

Thanks but no thanks
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DroidDavi said:
I had a flygrip pretty much the same concept it was cool but took it off after a while
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Nice.

I just can't see using something like this.

That looks silly... no, just no.

Would be great if the ring size was a little smaller to fit on my middle finger. That way i can just wear my phone on my finger ;')
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It looks stupid as hell.

Seriously..
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6...

Unlike a lot of these people, I actually like the idea. 20 dollars is a little steep though.

Tfast500 said:
I have a habit of putting it in my lap when I drive and then getting out of car and forgetting its in my lap and bammmm on the concrete...
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Lol, I used to do the same thing all the time.
So annoying, I've since trained myself to be aware when stepping out of the car.
As far as this Ring goes, I'm not interested, I think it looks fugly.
At least it's an option for those who might be interested. Options are always good.

HNIC215 said:
Lol, I used to do the same thing all the time.
So annoying, I've since trained myself to be aware when stepping out of the car.
As far as this Ring goes, I'm not interested, I think it looks fugly.
At least it's an option for those who might be interested. Options are always good.
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it does look like a keychain from the dollarstore lol super fugly