as of right now I'm using the ringke fusion case but I'm not liking the bulky size, how easily broken is the back when it comes to bumper plus the skin for antiscratch or suck it up and use the case?
also can anyone recommend thinner case for the n4?
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If you want true see through case you only have the rinkle and the bumper
If your not looking for true see through look for some transparent tpu cases out this plastic ones
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I have the black leather d band skin and a poetic black bumper. Looks great. Prevents scratches. I rarely drop my phone, and when I have I felt the bumper defiantly helped from scuffing up the sides. I hate cases. Hopefully the n5 will not be do fragile, so in can go naked like I normally do.
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all though the bumper will add width to the device.. if you have small hands it might be an issue, like it did for me lol. Ive been wanting to try the poetic bumper but cant seem to find on amazon nor ebay, the color i want that is.
Also, the back is not drop protected with the dbrand skin, even tho you wont see it if its cracked either. So its a win win
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in can go naked like I normally do.
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Tmi, bro
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Well from the looks of it, this is the case that a lot of people have been waiting for. Judging from the pictures, it appears to be made of TPU for the front lip and bezel area, but what makes this case special is the back of the case is hard transparent plastic. The perfect way to show off the awesome backside of the N4 without sacrificing protection! To me it literally looks like my Diztronic TPU case with a plastic back side. The case is listed as "coming soon" , and here is the link:
https://www.rearthusa.com/google-nexus-4-hybrid-fusion-case
IMO this may be the case to rule all cases....
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Wow! That case looks great! I'm gonna sign up for the waiting list.
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That looks damn sexy!
Thanks for the heads up OP!!
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It's going to attract dust like crazy.
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Just put myself on the waiting list about 30 min ago. The case looks amazing :thumbup:
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Very nice looking case. Would to see a video of this case when its available
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I just bought this case. http://www.amazon.com/BasalCase-Nex...=1359213533&sr=1-1&keywords=basalcase+nexus+4
Depending on how I like this one and how well everybody else likes the Rearth, I'll probably be picking one up so I can have a different color.
OP you rock!
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I will be purchasing this case as soon as it becomes available and once it arrives I will be writing an in depth review .
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I just bought this case. http://www.amazon.com/BasalCase-Nex...=1359213533&sr=1-1&keywords=basalcase+nexus+4
Depending on how I like this one and how well everybody else likes the Rearth, I'll probably be picking one up so I can have a different color.
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I own that exact case. I really really like it and my only complaint as with most white cases its starting to get a Lil yellow tint on the corners of it all the way around. But I work in a refinery so its mostly my fault.
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The case looks PIMP. Thanks OP !!
this is the perfect case!
Waited for this sort of case for a long time and will definitely get it. But the one thing I suspect is, like current crystal clear hard plastic cases, the back will likely stick to any sort of rear protector and cause the sticky wet look.
I like this one. Not a fan of the clear back material but it will probably feel better in hand. Thanks op
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Waited for this sort of case for a long time and will definitely get it. But the one thing I suspect is, like current crystal clear hard plastic cases, the back will likely stick to any sort of rear protector and cause the sticky wet look.
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No I don't think so. The back looks like hard plastic not tpu material
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No I don't think so. The back looks like hard plastic not tpu material
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I doubt it either if its anything like the back on this case.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WHITE-TPU-R...137&pid=100015&prg=1006&rk=1&sd=271126962179&
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Are those cut outs for the buttons? I would love it if they weren't.
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No I don't think so. The back looks like hard plastic not tpu material
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Even hard plastic can stick to rear protectors if it's of the glossy, "crystal clear" variant that is extremely easy to scratch, which is what I'm assuming this one will end up having. I know because I had a crystal clear case before on my Nexus 4, and the reason I got rid of it was because it stuck to my rear Spigen protector (it was also just cheaply made and had tons of stress cracks upon arrival).
If it had a matte frosted clear back, then it wouldn't stick. But it'd also block the glittering effect, making it no different than the other generic TPU/clear back hybrid cases already on Ebay.
Ive emailed them about an estimated eta and what materials its made out of.
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Anyone planning to combine this case with these skins? http://dbrand.com/submodels/nexus-4/
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Is anyone using a bumper style case, if so any recommendations.
Found this on ebay
Check out this item I found on eBay: http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=171033319169
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I think this one looks good. http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Alum...axy-S4-SIV-i9500-Free-shipping/894804372.html
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rubberized?
I'm interested in a bumper as well but I'd prefer a rubber one, similar to the one iPhone 4 got after the Antennagate scandal.
RE: Aluminium Bumper
I just received mine after ordering it last week and it fits pretty well. Looks a few nano-meters off at some places and build quality i'd put at 8.5/10 but for a bumper under $15 i'd say go for it.
Also i got the silver brushed aluminium one and based on the design quality, id say the blue one would get scuffed pretty easily.
Hope this helped...if it did you know where the thanks button is :cyclops:
Trying to find the perfect bumper
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Is anyone using a bumper style case, if so any recommendations.
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I ordered and received three different ones from Amazon:
rooCASE
Photive Hybrid
Poetic
All three of these are EXACTLY the same. No difference at all. So, if you want one of these, order the cheapest one.
I also ordered a couple others, which have not yet been received:
Case Square
KaysCase
I hope that these other two will be softer. The top ones are harder plastic.
UPDATE - These two are a little softer, but both have a cutout on one of the corners for a strap, which makes damage more likely if you drop it. I've stuck with the first models above, and been happy. One thing I especially like is that these bumpers aren't slick, so they very slightly stick in your pocket, making it so that they won't fall out unless you pull them out - nice.
With my S2 I used to have the Neo Hybrid EX bumper, and that was the perfect bumper - silicone inside, harder plastic outside. Spigen didn't make this for the S3, so we probably won't see it for the S4 either, unfortunately.
i ordered the grey Aluminum one last night. ill be lucky to get it in like 3 weeks. haha
This would look similar to those you see here G.lider aluminum bumper
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This would look similar to those you see here G.lider aluminum bumper
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the G.LIDER one looks best imo
Waiting for SGP lumi bumper
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I got this one in red it does the job and buttons are a lot easier to get to than my hard cover case
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=370815234491
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Ive got an aluminium one the silver one its really nice I love it.
I'm waiting on mine...
this is what i got
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BYGB2ZG/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have the metal aluminum bumper from eBay it's pretty fresh and not expensive
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Got my bumper case and im loving it... once i can get a camera ill post pic of the ine i have
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Got my bumper case and im loving it... once i can get a camera ill post pic of the ine i have
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Any update? I am thinking of getting the same case
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Any update? I am thinking of getting the same case
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Sorry still wasnt able to get pics...but love it... u know the bumper cases for iphone or even the nexus 4 its exactly the same... no back like the others.. just straight bumper... i would say get it if ur like me. No bulkyness and alkost naked but still protected a bit
Yep just ordered one.. thanks!
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im waiting for this to come in the mail. does anyone have experience with this case. i mainly bought it for the finger grips and that it has rubber buttons. it doesnt have a name brand tho
I already have the diztronic tpu case, and its great except for the matte finish. The phone actually has less grip with the case on.
Are their any tpu cases out there with the same style as the diztronic but with a finish that actually provides some grip with still making the buttons easy to use?
the s-line case I bought ages ago has a nice grip to it but the buttons are a nightmare on that thing.
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I already have the diztronic tpu case, and its great except for the matte finish. The phone actually has less grip with the case on.
Are their any tpu cases out there with the same style as the diztronic but with a finish that actually provides some grip with still making the buttons easy to use?
the s-line case I bought ages ago has a nice grip to it but the buttons are a nightmare on that thing.
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Doesn't diztronic have a glossy one?
I haven't tried it but a lot if folks like the Mercury cases.
Tpu, cut outs for the buttons and pretty grippy. My wife has one for her gs3 and loves it.
Here's a link to the white model. There are loads of colors.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AOW8ILC/ref=mw_dp_img?is=l
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You could also try amzer's soft tpu range. I'm using the pure black one really grippy and buttons are easy to use.
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I have a S-line one, it works great but I retired it for a bumper. There are grippy surfaces on both sides and the buttons are easy to press. It's a semi glossy and matte finish.
I can probably give it to you if you're from Singapore.
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You could also try amzer's soft tpu range. I'm using the pure black one really grippy and buttons are easy to use.
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Do they provide any genuine protection...? Or they seem like some cheap roadside stuff...? I saw flipkart having a lot of those but I never heard anyone recommend them...can u provide some info...? And a few pics too, if its not too much to ask...
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I highly suggest the tpu cases made by mercury. It has a nice grip to it (unless your hands are moist), with a beautiful finish.
There are cutouts for the buttons which is very easy to access.
I currently own both the diztronic and mercury cases, and I personally prefer the diztronic for its grip and ease of button use, and mercury for there nice range of colors and design.
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I highly suggest the tpu cases made by mercury. It has a nice grip to it (unless your hands are moist), with a beautiful finish.
There are cutouts for the buttons which is very easy to access.
I currently own both the diztronic and mercury cases, and I personally prefer the diztronic for its grip and ease of button use, and mercury for there nice range of colors and design.
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Can u leave a link to mercury cases u talked about...?
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All colors here:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AOW8ICQ/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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$5.99 shipped.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/111021893842?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
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Do they provide any genuine protection...? Or they seem like some cheap roadside stuff...? I saw flipkart having a lot of those but I never heard anyone recommend them...can u provide some info...? And a few pics too, if its not too much to ask...
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They do protect pretty well and will protect your screen to because there's a lip on the front. Pics I will upload a little later (sorry! I m out of town).
If you're looking for a good strong protective case then the amzers are good but they don't look all that good though....
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Well I got the A2 from cruzerlite (had one from on my one X) and out of driztronic, s-line and A2 the A2 wins.
The driztronic feels like it would offer more protection if the phone was dropped, but you would probably need that extra protection considering the finish they put on it is so slippery that you will be dropping it all time.
So while the cruzerlite does feel a bit thinner it just feels way better in the hand. The button cutouts are the perfect size making it easy to access, and while the buttons on the driztronic case were covered they did give a nice click when pushed. I just found the buttons were too flush with the case making it hard to feel were to push.
I will probably grab one of the mercury cases next just to compare all three of the "good" tpu cases out there.
As for the s-line, it might depend in who you get it from as the molds might be different from different places, but I got so fed up with the buttons on that case that I cut them out myself. What I found was the button covers on the case don't even line up with the buttons properly.
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Boxwave TPU: http://amzn.com/B000GGBDF4
just received it and here's my c&p from my amazon review:
Simple, and great looking case that fully protects your nexus 4. The back is a matte finish, while the sides and front are a gloss material which help with grip. The buttons are covered and molded, which give it a high quality look and they feel good to press. The camera/speaker/charger/headphone cutouts are perfect and there's no branding on the case. This case is much better than the diztronic I have, which has a big ugly logo on the back, hard to press buttons, and hard to grip.
+1 Also forgot to mention the front lip on the boxwave isn't as tall as the diztronic. With the diztronic I had a hard time touching the edges of the screen
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Not a fan. The silicone is flimsy and our doesn't really cover the lip of the phone that well. Horrible case imo
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I have one that I bought from tmobile and I love the case I accidentally dropped my phone from 3-4 feet and it saved my Gs4 totally. Nice case I just meed a screen protector any recommendations?price is no problem. Thanks
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It's a minimal dual layer, I have one for my gs3, as well as an otterbox. The otterbox has more protection but you gain mass and heft. I like the incipio because it is slim but still offers good protection
I actually had this one on my phone and was paying for it in the store but I scrubbed the purchase before I could even check out. I think it looks really nice and will probably give good drop protection, but the flimsy silicone would drive me crazy. When you push the side buttons the silicone would buckle. The silicone in the top and bottom didn't fit snugly. JMO. Like I said I looked the way it looked. It was the brushed aluminum dual pro shine with black silicone. Just not snug enough of a fit for me.
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I saved my phone from a 6 ft fall right onto the hard floor.I guess some people just dont know cases.
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I have had this case on my S4 since I got the phone thru verizon, about 10 days . Black on black. I wanted a slim case with decent drop protection. This was a good compromise. The soft inner core does over lap on to the front of the screen a bit, wich is good as I can lay the phone face down without damaging the screen. The soft rubber inner core does attract lint where it is exposed, but I expected that.
so far I am happy with the case. But, I have not dropped it .....yet...:laugh:
Greg1964 said:
I have one that I bought from tmobile and I love the case I accidentally dropped my phone from 3-4 feet and it saved my Gs4 totally. Nice case I just meed a screen protector any recommendations?price is no problem. Thanks
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Zagg Invisi shield ftw.
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what is the lightest case for our n4? i have a nillkin frosted case but it added a significant weight to it. so significant that i strained my pinky that supports the phone when i hold it with one hand. i would go naked but i place my phone on the table often so i want to protect it atleast from scratches at the back glass. thanks
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I can say Poetic Borderline.
Rearth Slim or Hybrid.
Definitely Rearth Slim...
Get a dbrand skin protects the back from all kinds of scratches.
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TJ_Ahluwalia said:
Get a dbrand skin protects the back from all kinds of scratches.
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This works great. However, in my case it eventually started to peel just enough to about me. So I put my bunker back on also so there's no way to peel at the edges.
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