Hey all.
I am really happy with this case I just wanted to share my experience with you all. This case is bulky it added an extra battery in the case and a good amount of protection similar to otter box. There is a mirco usb port that is always in your phone. It fits and seals well so no dust will ever get in the port. There is another 2600 mAh battery that sits in the case and once you push a button it will charge up your phone battery so really you would have 5200 mAh. There is a micro usb port built into the case. Once you plug the charger into it both batteries charge, so there is no need to take the case off to charge. The only thing I feel is lacking is a rubber cover for the cases usb port. I dont mind the extra bulk because of the protection it gives. If you are looking for a thin power case exolife or powerskin have good ones. I took a few pics that will give you some views that are not on thier website. If you are interested in this case I found 2 good coupon codes. "Summer13" gives you 35% and if that doesnt work "GOV13" gives you 30% off. I am not affiliated with trident and I paid for my case but I love thier products. http://www.tridentcase.com/shop-products/electra-case-samsung-galaxy-s-i-v.aspx
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Does it have a front cover???
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KRAZYADROIDMASTER said:
Does it have a front cover???
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It sure does. The phone sits in a silicone case then put on the front cover that has a built in screen protector. Then install into the base as shown in my pics.
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Is the micro usb cable flushed inside when the case is all built up? I'm concerned that may be when the phone drops with the micro usb port/case cable facing down, it damages the port itself.
Also can you compare it's thickness to a credit card so we can see how thick it is?
I'm really interested in this case and I'm happy that finally someone has it already
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mulawingalang said:
Is the micro usb cable flushed inside when the case is all built up? I'm concerned that may be when the phone drops with the micro usb port/case cable facing down, it damages the port itself.
Also can you compare it's thickness to a credit card so we can see how thick it is?
I'm really interested in this case and I'm happy that finally someone has it already
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Not the greatest pics but...
The usb isnt flush but it has a rubber base and when I insert it it seems to stop before bottoming out in the usb port. To be honest its a pretty thick case. Its a business card in the
pic.
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Wow! It looks amazing!
It'll make a great travel case!
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Interesting. A Kraken with a built in battery. Nice that the battery is removable.
have you tried anything which uses NFC/Google Wallet? Curious if that still works.
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Interesting. A Kraken with a built in battery. Nice that the battery is removable.
have you tried anything which uses NFC/Google Wallet? Curious if that still works.
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I haven't tried the nfc or wallet. I have all that turned off, I never used it. I did notice where the extra battery sits there are 3 prongs for connection to the battery.
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Wondering about using a 3000mah zero lemon battery in both the phone and the extra one in the case. 6000mah would be nice and still have a nice tough case. I like the big 7500mah battery they make, except no one seem to make a good case that will fit it.
can you take a picture of it from the side view for thickness and perhaps a quarter (which a lot of people have been using as a reference)?
Thanks.
blwnv8 said:
Wondering about using a 3000mah zero lemon battery in both the phone and the extra one in the case. 6000mah would be nice and still have a nice tough case. I like the big 7500mah battery they make, except no one seem to make a good case that will fit it.
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Thats a good idea....
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Phatdawg said:
can you take a picture of it from the side view for thickness and perhaps a quarter (which a lot of people have been using as a reference)?
Thanks.
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Here you go... I hope this helps.
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That's a thick case man.
You have quite a few cases in the background.
is it 810f?
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That's a thick case man.
You have quite a few cases in the background.
is it 810f?
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Its definitely a thick case. The other case in the background is the Trident Kracken.
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Its definitely a thick case. The other case in the background is the Trident Kracken.
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Trying to find a drop rating on it, but so far no luck.
The kracken is rated at 810f - which is 2 meter drop I think.
A normal extended battery case with the cheap hyperion TPU case is about half a cm smaller, so I imagine it must be able to withstand at least 810g (4 foot fall).
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Trying to find a drop rating on it, but so far no luck.
The kracken is rated at 810f - which is 2 meter drop I think.
A normal extended battery case with the cheap hyperion TPU case is about half a cm smaller, so I imagine it must be able to withstand at least 810g (4 foot fall).
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Thanks for the info. ..
I sent an email over to Trident.
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The belt clip how does thst look like???
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The belt clip how does thst look like???
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Here you go.
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Are you using this as tour primary case???
How is the battery life???
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Are you using this as tour primary case???
How is the battery life???
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Yes, I am using it as my primary case. I need the extra protection and battery life. The battery life of my s4 is actually pretty good but I do a lot of internet radio when I work. Its nice to have the extra battery power when I'm at work. I'm not sure the quality of the extra battery but if I start to have issues I can just remove the battery out of the case and put in a known quality battery.
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Anyone know of a full body protector that fits the thunderbolt with the extended battery on it? I'm currently using the xtreme guard from ebay and love it but it obviously no longer fits with the extended battery..
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doesn't sedio make a case that works with their extended battery/extended battery cover? Also, verizon has one that fits.
nrfitchett4 said:
doesn't sedio make a case that works with their extended battery/extended battery cover? Also, verizon has one that fits.
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I just checked sedio website and didn't see it, I also couldn't find it on the verizon site.. Is it online or in stores?
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currently using this holster + case combo from verizon.. absolutely love it.
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I just checked sedio website and didn't see it, I also couldn't find it on the verizon site.. Is it online or in stores?
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I found it in their store myself. I didn't see it online. I just happened to ask and they had it behind the counter.
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Seido makes an extended battery case looks like an otterbox just one problem too many different ones to choose from
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http://www.seidioonline.com/category-s/6300.htm
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Check Amazon, Seidio Active Extended and Seidio Convert Extended for the T-Bolt. You won't regret it. Adds a little bulk but well worth the money.
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http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BD2-HK3HTMECX-BK&CartID=1
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50 bucks with active code
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I have the Verizon extended battery case its saved my phone many times already compared to the wife's otterbox I feel its only in time something is going to break
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Have had the seidio active extended since it came out. Absolutely love it.
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Thanks for all the suggestions guys.. but I'm not looking for a case, I just want a full body protector like the following:
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=230592647173&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=76143586579
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This is a full body case
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subsoniic said:
currently using this holster + case combo from verizon.. absolutely love it.
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do you know the name of this case...looking for it online..
I have the Seidio Extended Value Pack case that I picked up when I bought my extended battery.
Sorry, can't post URL. Paste this after their domain name:
product-p/bd5-hkr5htmecx.htm
When we bought Thunderbolts for our office we bought the Verizon case pictured elsewhere in this thread.
For daily use, I like the Verizon case better. For one, it allows you to use the built-in metal kick stand. The Seidio case covers it up and gives you a cheap plastic kickstand. This adds extra bulk that really isn't necessary.
The Seidio combo give you all kinds of options and can provide great protection. I took my Thunderbolt off-line in the Rockies for GPS and movies and never worried about it being damaged. But, the combo I have means three layers of casing when rubberized. They now have some better options, though.
Overall, I feel the Verizon case does a great job.
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currently using this holster + case combo from verizon.. absolutely love it.
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dang, that looks bad a$$, wish i would have known about that before i bought my seidio case. I love my seidio, but being able to use the tbolt kickstand, instead of the plastic one is nice.
I have the extended battery too and the only decent case selection that suited me has the cut out for the batt door to stick through....kinda sux.
My verizon provided screen protector got a key scratch day one. do you find that those shields work well enough as a case?
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I have the extended battery too and the only decent case selection that suited me has the cut out for the batt door to stick through....kinda sux.
My verizon provided screen protector got a key scratch day one. do you find that those shields work well enough as a case?
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If you're referring to the full body shields I love them.. I've used a lot of different cases for a lot of phones but as long as your careful not to drop the phone from a good distance then these are perfect. Adds no bulk, prevents scratches, and I personally like the added grip it provides.
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Also if anyone is wondering, I ended up cutting the protector for the back of the phone (standard battery) into two pieces. Covered up the top half before the lip for the battery starts then used the bottom half to cover the top of the little hump.
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Not sure of anyone else brought it up yet but the seidio website now has a picture of the surface case up instead of just a graphic that says "under development". The active case still says " under development" with no picture.
You still can't order the surface case but at least the photo is up. Looks petty good.
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Link:
http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=CSR3LGN4K-BK
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Link:
http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=CSR3LGN4K-BK
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Thanks. I tried to post a link and it failed for some reason. Then I tried to post a screen shot and that failed. Was at work and just forgot about it and didn't try again. Thanks for posting that.
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It looks like an ugly version of the Diztronic case
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FatalityBoyZahy said:
It looks like an ugly version of the Diztronic case
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It's indeed not pretty. But I'm waiting for the Active case without a ks or maybe just the holster.
I don't really need a kickstand though. But I remember my Sensation Active case had the plastic ks. Not sure why they went with metal. Kinda detracts from the phone IMO. I may just need to look at it closer or when the final renders come out lol.
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It's indeed not pretty. But I'm waiting for the Active case without a ks or maybe just the holster.
I don't really need a kickstand though. But I remember my Sensation Active case had the plastic ks. Not sure why they went with metal. Kinda detracts from the phone IMO. I may just need to look at it closer or when the final renders come out lol.
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The active cases seem similar to OtterBox commuter cases so I'll probably pick one up. The kickstand might even come in handy
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I have the Seidio active on my old Galaxy S 2 X (T989) and my wife uses one on her Galaxy S 3. The case is fantastic, feels great in the hand and provides premium protection.
I really hope the active case becomes available for the Nexus 4
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It's indeed not pretty. But I'm waiting for the Active case without a ks or maybe just the holster.
I don't really need a kickstand though. But I remember my Sensation Active case had the plastic ks. Not sure why they went with metal. Kinda detracts from the phone IMO. I may just need to look at it closer or when the final renders come out lol.
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Same here, I don't want a kickstand. I also wish they did a cover for them so we can put them in our handbags. The holster is just to bulky & I'd never use it as a holster.
Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog said:
Same here, I don't want a kickstand. I also wish they did a cover for them so we can put them in our handbags. The holster is just to bulky & I'd never use it as a holster.
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Me as well. I don't want the kick stand. However, if that is all that's available from a "good case" manufacturer I'll take it.
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Pictures of the active case are up. You just need to click on the thumbnails. I actually really like it
Link
How good are the seido cases compared to other cases? The price is two or three times more than other cases. So far I have only using a xtreme guard protector as I am holding out for spending my money on a really good case.
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Can't wait until the active comes out! Any ideas when it can be? Any guesses?
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Can't wait until the active comes out! Any ideas when it can be? Any guesses?
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Well, as of today they have the picture up for it... So hopefully soon!
http://www.seidioonline.com/lg-nexus-4-active-metal-kickstand-case-black-p/csk3lgn4k-bk.htm
Surface cases are now shipping. Pictures are also up of the four color options for both the surface and active cases. http://www.seidioonline.com/lg-nexus-4-surface-metal-kickstand-case-black-p/csr3lgn4k-bk.htm
floppyears said:
How good are the seido cases compared to other cases? The price is two or three times more than other cases. So far I have only using a xtreme guard protector as I am holding out for spending my money on a really good case.
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I'll say this' there is no other case I would trust my phone to in the long run. In my experience (and I've owned a LOT of cases) the seidio cases, and in particular the Active case, is the most protective, high quality case available for a cell phone. Cannot wait to order my Active case/holster combo.
Do the cases get in the way of using the phone?
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I'll say this' there is no other case I would trust my phone to in the long run. In my experience (and I've owned a LOT of cases) the seidio cases, and in particular the Active case, is the most protective, high quality case available for a cell phone. Cannot wait to order my Active case/holster combo.
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This^^
So stoked they're making an active case. Will be ordering one as soon as avail.
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floppyears said:
Do the cases get in the way of using the phone?
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Nope. I have used Active cases for my Sensation, Kindle Fire and now my Nexus 7. Just waiting to jump to get an Active case/holster combo when they have it available. I wish they made one without a kickstand to trim it down a notch.
These are normally my travel cases for my phones. However the Active case for my Nexus 7 is a daily case for me because I have a 4 yr old .
Super Excited
I have been waiting for the active since day 1 of having my nexus 4... can't wait to order it!!!
Surface in black only for now shipping! I'm not sure if I want to wait for the active or not, I am diggin the white surface lol.
http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BD2-HR3LGN4K-BK
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https://play.google.com/store/devic...iZGV2aWNlLW5leHVzXzRfd2lyZWxlc3NfY2hhcmdlciJd
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Saw it on The Verge. I'm wondering if the magnets will be able to hold it up with a bumper on. The image shows that the diameter of the orb is larger than the width of the phone meaning a bumper would stop it from touching the base of the orb... meaning the magnets might not be as strong. I would much rather wait for a video review of peoples experience.
There are two other thread with the same information.
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Saw it on The Verge. I'm wondering if the magnets will be able to hold it up with a bumper on. The image shows that the diameter of the orb is larger than the width of the phone meaning a bumper would stop it from touching the base of the orb... meaning the magnets might not be as strong. I would much rather wait for a video review of peoples experience.
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Yeah same here. I can't wait for a review video to pop up
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Still waiting for a UK release.. Looks good though.
You need to take the case off to use this? I also like to use my device while its charging on the cable so this is not that great of an idea imho.
interesting image they are showing on the n4 when it is docked. Is that an existing view I can get to or something new when you dock to this thing?
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interesting image they are showing on the n4 when it is docked. Is that an existing view I can get to or something new when you dock to this thing?
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From the other thread, it's Battery Widget? Reborn!
Already have two LG chargers but figured one more can't hurt so I ordered mine and went through right away. Already charged on CC.
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You need to take the case off to use this? I also like to use my device while its charging on the cable so this is not that great of an idea imho.
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think you do. I tried using the phone (and the case) with the Nokia Lumia wireless charger in an O2 Store and it worked fine.
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think you do. I tried using the phone (and the case) with the Nokia Lumia wireless charger in an O2 Store and it worked fine.
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I'm thinking you might need to take off the case for the magnets to latch onto the phone though. I'm worried even with the OEM bumper the phone won't sit properly.
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I'm thinking you might need to take off the case for the magnets to latch onto the phone though. I'm worried even with the OEM bumper the phone won't sit properly.
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I really hope the magnets will still work when using a case
I'm going to go out on a limb here and speculate that the magnets will still work with the thin TPU cases out there. Reason being, the Nexus 4, when nude, is as slick as greased moose poo and is going to require a fair amount of magnetic pull to keep it from sliding off of the Orb. The TPU cases will probably lessen the pull, but will instead add additional friction, so I'm guessing they'll cancel each other out.
Pure speculation, but that's how I'm rationalizing buying one
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I'm thinking you might need to take off the case for the magnets to latch onto the phone though. I'm worried even with the OEM bumper the phone won't sit properly.
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I assume they made the OEM bumper the way it is (thin as heck with very little lip) so that it would work with the OEM wireless charger. Only makes sense, but I wouldn't put it past Google/LG to mess this up.
What is the Battery status app being displayed? maybe it comes up when connected to charger 0_o
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I'm going to go out on a limb here and speculate that the magnets will still work with the thin TPU cases out there. Reason being, the Nexus 4, when nude, is as slick as greased moose poo and is going to require a fair amount of magnetic pull to keep it from sliding off of the Orb. The TPU cases will probably lessen the pull, but will instead add additional friction, so I'm guessing they'll cancel each other out.
Pure speculation, but that's how I'm rationalizing buying one
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I laughed at the moose poo! It really does try to slowly sneak towards and edge if you leave it on a glass table or tiled area. I've had a few near drops.
Does anyone else question the usefulness of wireless charging? I think it's quite cool and all that, but it's hardly like plugging in a micro usb cord is especially time consuming. Does anybody know if it charges faster than micro usb? This may be a silly question, but can you charge the phone using both the usb and charging org, in order to charge it quicker?
tysj said:
From the other thread, it's Battery Widget? Reborn!
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Dude that app is awesome.
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Closed.
So I got the idea from a couple guys on here to order the extended battery for my S4 and modify the otterbox defender case to hold the larger battery. Well finally got to do my project and I took pics along the way so I figured I would right up a tutorial on how I did it.
So I ended up getting the Hyperion 5200mAh extended battery off amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BCJZYE0/ref=aw_ls__6?colid=1WWHFLKOE985L&coliid=I1G250JPDDDVHX
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Then I purchased the Otterbox Defender case from amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00C96CMDG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1370834800&sr=8-1&pi=SL75
Things you will need:
-Dremel
-Dry erase marker
-and about 30 mins of your time
Here is my step by steps:
1. I took the otterbox and cut a small hole with the dremel (basically the inside where there wasn't the soft pad)
2. After you cut the start hole it will allow you to line up the case to the phone with the extended battery in the phone. Then trace out then hole with the dry erase marker to the battery. Once you have traced it then removed the battery and line up your trace marks and flip case over holding the battery and trace the inside.
3. Once you cut it test fit it to make sure you don't need to trim any more.
4. Now you need to trace and cut the same hole on the stock back case so the phone will set properly in the otterbox. So trace and cut that case just like you did the otterbox.
5. Once both cases are cut, put phone back cover on, and otterbox, and insert battery.
Now continue building the case.
That's all there is too it. Some finished pictures and comparison to extended battery case.
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Nice review. Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you.
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Just wanted to see how this mod working out for you???
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might have to give this a try
This was awesome, thanks for sharing! I just did this today, and all I would add is DON'T use a cordless Dremel .... I had to stop and recharge so often! Awesome post, perfect results, thanks!
dental4usa said:
This was awesome, thanks for sharing! I just did this today, and all I would add is DON'T use a cordless Dremel .... I had to stop and recharge so often! Awesome post, perfect results, thanks!
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I've done this a few times and got through the case in one shot each time lol but i've never been worried about being perfect since the silicon covers it anyway....
Good job, but I won't be bothered doing it. Have you searched for battery cover with extended battery? It would be more easy to buy it than doing your project
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Good job, but I won't be bothered doing it. Have you searched for battery cover with extended battery? It would be more easy to buy it than doing your project
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The whole point is to have a stylish case instead of those bulky generic extended cases. This is much, much better to have. Trust me
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i have just bought the defender Otterbox case that i want to fit with my Hyperion 7500mha without that i will have problems to use the lateral keys of phone--
joshm.1219 said:
I've done this a few times and got through the case in one shot each time lol but i've never been worried about being perfect since the silicon covers it anyway....
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Yeah that was the whole point. It did come with the back cover, and they sell the rubber covers to cover them. But they are super cheap and I didn't want that. The otterbox mod worked perfectly and I rocked that battery for almost 3 days. It was worth it to have the protection of a nice case in addition to the large battery.
nice ,looks great,otterbox is a great brand
Such an innovative idea! I'll have to try this with my Anker 7800mah external battery.
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Anyone got an extra ma 5200 or 7500 mah battery they want to sell? Looking to buy one and do this mod
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Hi, i would want to fit 7500mhA Hyperion battery in Otterbox Defender or other cases modifying properly them.
But I'm wondering why here:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BCJZYE0?pc_redir=1400591125&robot_redir=1
you have a battery with same size of 5200mhA Hyperion battery and in description it has written clearly that the battery has the same size (then it is not a wrong pic) and here:
http://phabletdiscounts.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=hyperion+7500mhA
you have the same capacity battery for s4 but the size is different.
Are these two different models?
Because I have been following this thread to fit the 7500mhA battery in Otterbox and i bought the battery in second link and then perhaps I cannot fit my battery.
Can someone confirm this?
A second question about the length of this battery: doesn't it cover the speaker of phone?
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The anker 7800 works on the defender modification correct ?
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This case mod will not work with the anker 7800 mah battery. The neo-glove will not fit over it like it will with the hyperion 5200. I just tried it. Any ideas on a third party case that will fit the 7800 mah?
loool this is awesome... good job!
So I am looking at trying this out, I am looking at this otterbox
It looks a bit different
http://www.amazon.com/Otterbox-Defe...ung+Galaxy+S4+Case+-+OtterBox+Defender+Series
This is battery which i wanna use, it says it is the same size, not sure if its true or not.
http://www.amazon.com/Hyperion-Micr...2&keywords=Hyperion+Samsung+Galaxy+S4+7500mAh
So, with your modification, the battery is actually only being held in by the outer rubber cover of the otterbox and no hard case... correct? If so, seems the battery would be easy to jiggle lose or be damaged by a single drop. Am I missing something?
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http://www.seidioonline.com/galaxy-s4-innocell-4500-extended-life-battery-p/bacy45ssgs4-bk.htm
I have been eyeing for this battery. It's big enough to get through the longest day but thinner compared to most other high capacity extended batteries. Has anyone got this and can you tell us how it is?
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Also interested but the price is a bummer.
The price is a bummer but that capacity is perfect. You get a substantial increase from the original battery without turning your phone into a complete brick. My question is do you think the neo hybrid case would fit? By fit I mean cutting away the back of the tpu for the battery to fit through and still have the tpu/bumper on the sides.
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The price is a bummer but that capacity is perfect. You get a substantial increase from the original battery without turning your phone into a complete brick. My question is do you think the neo hybrid case would fit? By fit I mean cutting away the back of the tpu for the battery to fit through and still have the tpu/bumper on the sides.
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your talking about the aluminium case? i don't think so, modifying the case is is only gonna make it look ugly.
Ordered one from crackberry $66 cdn shipped
Hoping it's decent quality.
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Wondering about the thickness of this battery. Kinda hard to tell without comparing to the other extended batteries. I have the Seidio 3500 for s3 and the design on that one is awesome. It feels slimmer and I can use the backplate with the Hyperion battery.
mrbro0ks said:
The price is a bummer but that capacity is perfect. You get a substantial increase from the original battery without turning your phone into a complete brick. My question is do you think the neo hybrid case would fit? By fit I mean cutting away the back of the tpu for the battery to fit through and still have the tpu/bumper on the sides.
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So the seidio battery is 0.6 inches thick while the zerolemon battery is 0.63 inches thick. Not a huge difference.
http://www.amazon.com/Seidio-BACY45...1990&sr=8-2&keywords=seidio+galaxy+s4+battery
http://zerolemon.com/details.php/galaxy-s4-7500mah-extended-battery
dwang said:
So the seidio battery is 0.6 inches thick while the zerolemon battery is 0.63 inches thick. Not a huge difference.
http://www.amazon.com/Seidio-BACY45...1990&sr=8-2&keywords=seidio+galaxy+s4+battery
http://zerolemon.com/details.php/galaxy-s4-7500mah-extended-battery
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That's surprising, I thought it would be much thinner. If only the zero lemon battery had a plastic back cover, or if other thick cases could fit the zero lemon battery. Not a huge fan of tpu cases
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autophone said:
That's surprising, I thought it would be much thinner. If only the zero lemon battery had a plastic back cover, or if other thick cases could fit the zero lemon battery. Not a huge fan of tpu cases
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I think zl is working on a rugged case
Just got this battery today. I did the mod to the Otterbox Defender case and the battery fits great. Sticks out a bit but hardly noticeable. I went from a stock battery and comutter case. So it's noticeably heavier and only slightly thicker. I also immediately removed the awful defender built in protector. I'm using a Mime glass protector and it's tight but it fits. It's charging now overnight hopefully I can get a day or two out of it.
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For my first charge I on a stock ROM I got 6 hours screen on time and 17hrs since charge with 9% battery life remaining. I'm happy with that and apparently it can get slightly better after a few charges.
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For my first charge I on a stock ROM I got 6 hours screen on time and 17hrs since charge with 9% battery life remaining. I'm happy with that and apparently it can get slightly better after a few charges.
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Please keep us updated with your usage, very curious. I would like a extended battery but the one by zero lemon is just a mammoth.
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I have the Seidio and am in love with it. Goes a full day of hard use and usually has 50%+ remaining.
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eakeller said:
I have the Seidio and am in love with it. Goes a full day of hard use and usually has 50%+ remaining.
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How's the buldge?
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How's the buldge?
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Which bulge? Hahaha... OK, never mind.
The extended back isn't really a bulge, it's actually just a thicker back. It makes the phone 1.2 cm. It's not bad, but certainly makes it more bulky. I believe the zerolemon makes the phone almost 2 cm, so it's significantly less than that.
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eakeller said:
Which bulge? Hahaha... OK, never mind.
The extended back isn't really a bulge, it's actually just a thicker back. It makes the phone 1.2 cm. It's not bad, but certainly makes it more bulky. I believe the zerolemon makes the phone almost 2 cm, so it's significantly less than that.
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Ha thanks for the pictures! Is it actually thicker at one end compared to the other?
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Ha thanks for the pictures! Is it actually thicker at one end compared to the other?
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No, sorry. That's an artifact of how I was holding my Note 2 to take the shot.
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No, sorry. That's an artifact of how I was holding my Note 2 to take the shot.
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Alright thanks.
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Does NFC work with this battery?
pyro6128 said:
Does NFC work with this battery?
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Yes NFC is fully functional.
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