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I was wondering which case is better than the other?
I'm looking to keep the nexus 4 slim, sexy, and functional.
I narrowed it down to these two cases because of the clicky tactile feels (on the fusion revision) and the original bumper while maintaining slimness.
I got the bumper a week after I received my phone. Well, not the official one, but a replica of the LG one that's sold in the Play Store. The one I received off Amazon seemed fine, but after about a week of normal use, 2 cracks appeared - one on the bottom where the USB is, and the other on the power button.
I think that they appeared because of plugging in the phone and clicking the power button turning it on and off. The material (metal-looking plastic) that surrounds the bumper is flimsy on it's own, and with a certain amount of pressure and heat from the phone, it's prone to cracking.
If you Google around you'll find that a lot of people have had the same problem with the official one. I bought the same bumper for my friend too, but his is holding up well so far, so I'm not sure. The bumper seemed to have a tighter fit on his N4 whereas mine felt a little loose. He has been using it for a couple months as his was the first wave of N4 that were shipped out. I just got mine a little less than a month ago.
Switched over to the Ringke Fusion based on the number of excellent reviews it got both on XDA and Amazon. Took about a week to get here and because it is the revision, the buttons are clicky and give a good feedback. The case also doesn't add much bulk at all. While I do like the heft of carrying around the phone naked, the glass panels scare me. I never used cases on my old phones, but then again, they were plastic and metal. They sure could take a hit!
The Fusion makes the N4 feel more solid as it is, and it works well with wireless chargers. The only complaint I have about it is the back clear plastic tends to dirty quite easily, with scuffs, fingerprints. But then again, who takes time out of their day to gander at the back of the phone. Sure it's pretty but you'll be spending more of your time messing around with the front.
Where'd you find the official bumper for 13?
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Where'd you find the official bumper for 13?
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It's a replica of the real bumper. It's on ebay and amazon.
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On amazon it says official bumer by Google 12.95 I'm in the US
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It's a replica of the real bumper.
It's on ebay and amazon.
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Where'd you find the official bumper for 13?
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I remember when i bought my N4, I kept buying different bumpers because either they were too tight [messed up my screen protector], too bulky or did not protect my phone good enough. In January, I bought Ringke Fusion; been using it since then . Its not one of those cheap bumpers, you will definitely feel the quality. Its fits the phone very well and you wont feel the size of it in your hand or in your pocket.
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On amazon it says official bumer by Google 12.95 I'm in the US
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It's a replica. The real ones are sold on the play store. If it says official elsewhere and is less than the price you would normally pay, chances are it's not official. Anyone can say it's official but it isn't.
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I got both . Currently sporting the white OEM bumper. Before that I sported the Ringke Fusion. I will continue using the Fusion when I travel to like Disney lol.
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I got both . Currently sporting the white OEM bumper. Before that I sported the Ringke Fusion. I will continue using the Fusion when I travel to like Disney lol.
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Same. I got the fusion and the white OEM bumper.
To the OP: if you haven't seen it yet, the poetic bumpers are pretty good.
Stopped using my white OEM one cause it turned yellow on the sides and can't clean it no matter what I try.
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Kendaihou said:
Same. I got the fusion and the white OEM bumper.
To the OP: if you haven't seen it yet, the poetic bumpers are pretty good.
Stopped using my white OEM one cause it turned yellow on the sides and can't clean it no matter what I try.
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I'm gonna use the hella out of the OEM white bumper because I got it for free .
The bumper makes the phone really wide
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I got ringke fusion, official bumper, the white look alike of fusion and poetic. I wanna use my fusion but my tempered glass doesn't fit well with it. I'll rather go with the fusion because of its solid feeling but the bumper is good.
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I got the Ringke Fusion. IT shows fingerprints REALLY bad - much worse than the back glass - and the fingerprints aren't easy to clean off unless you use water. I ended up taking it off and using the bumper I got free before finding another case.
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I got the Ringke Fusion. IT shows fingerprints REALLY bad - much worse than the back glass - and the fingerprints aren't easy to clean off unless you use water. I ended up taking it off and using the bumper I got free before finding another case.
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Fingerprints to me don't show as bad when I put my dbrand skin on. I hardly notice any unless I view the back at an angle.
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I got the Ringke Fusion. IT shows fingerprints REALLY bad - much worse than the back glass - and the fingerprints aren't easy to clean off unless you use water. I ended up taking it off and using the bumper I got free before finding another case.
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We talking about regular prints..? Cuz my hands are always clean, and while it definitely attract prints, a quick swipe from my t-shirt takes them right off.
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So the Google bumper on amazon is fake and the fusion case attracts a butt load of finger prints
I see that most people tell me that they are using bumper instead... What bumper? Poetic?
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So the Google bumper on amazon is fake and the fusion case attracts a butt load of finger prints
I see that most people tell me that they are using bumper instead... What bumper? Poetic?
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LOL I would personally get the Fusion, and yes, most bumpers online are replicas even if they are in LG packaging. The normal bumpers cost about 20bux (USD) so that's a good gauge in authentic or not.
There's a thread somewhere comparing the packaging but basically, if there's a holo sticker on the back, mine is square that reads "Original accessories by LG".
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Bumper
Wider
Looks better
Less protection
Ringke
Better protection
Lets you create custom designs to insert behind the plastic
horrible protruding creases on the back of the case. - rough to the touch
picks up fingerprints and dust way too easily.
I use bumper for everyday use and if i'm going to be somewhere outside for a long while where i won't have a place to put my phone safely away i use the ringke.
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Fingerprints to me don't show as bad when I put my dbrand skin on. I hardly notice any unless I view the back at an angle.
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Does the Ringke Fusion case fit properly with a dbrand skin on? Was looking on getting the case but was not sure if it would fit on, as I have a dbrand carbon skin on the back.
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Does the Ringke Fusion case fit properly with a dbrand skin on? Was looking on getting the case but was not sure if it would fit on, as I have a dbrand carbon skin on the back.
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Yes it fits fine. I have a custom and that's technically two skins of thickness in my areas and fits fine.
Hey guys,
I'm considering buying a TPU case for my N4. Which ones do you recommend and why? I'm also especially interested in how much width they add. The OEM bumper case makes the phone too big for my hands.
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Hey guys,
I'm considering buying a TPU case for my N4. Which ones do you recommend and why? I'm also especially interested in how much width they add. The OEM bumper case makes the phone too big for my hands.
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I said that too when I first got my bumper and then tried it a second time and resold it again. Won a white OEM one and hasn't come off yet.
I suggest the Ringke Fusion, but you may not like fingerprints on the back of that. Also cruzerlite has some nice cases as well. Also Diztronic tpu cases are nice if you are looking for a plain jane tpu.
The Diztronic case is great. It barely adds any thickness to the phone. While not TPU, I'm also digging the Body Glove case. Laterally, it doesn't add much thickness, but it's a little beefier on the back which might be a good thing with the glass and all. Both cases have raised edges which allows you to put the phone face-down if that's ever a concern.
I have the Diztronic TPU on mine and my girls. She has dropped it numerous times and not a scratch on it.
Mercury 6$ case, it's nice as I have one for a note 2. The note 2 is more snug versus this one however, this one has lips on the sides to protect the screen.
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I must be the only one who thinks the diztronics tpu case is a pile if crap. Cutouts don't like up on either of the two I've had. Went in the garbage
I use the.bumper, and the body glove case when I am doing something where I need more protection
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I have the this one: Ringke Fusion. It adds very little to the bulk of the phone, whilst protecting the back.
I also like the Mercury case ..the look and feel is great.
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I must be the only one who thinks the diztronics tpu case is a pile if crap. Cutouts don't like up on either of the two I've had. Went in the garbage
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You must've had bad luck with it then.. the cutouts on mine are perfect. What I do dislike though are the buttons, which are a bit hard to press and feel mushy.
I still haven't seen a case that I like 100%. Every single one makes it either look a lot cheaper, adds too much bulk or doesn't offer enough protection. But.. well, nothing you can really do, I guess
I have the official bumper, rinke fusion, poetic borderline. I can say using Ringke fusion brings the feeling of a solid phone. Using the official bumper adds a width for the phone. In the poetic borderline i didn't feel any bulk at all. That's my experience about those cases. I consider the back design in choosing a case cause i wanna let others can see the beauty of N4.
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I have the this one: Ringke Fusion. It adds very little to the bulk of the phone, whilst protecting the back.
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Mine arrived this afternoon and I love it. Can't wait for my skin for the back to arrive so it can feel safe and look sexy.
Official Bumper, Diztronic, a two part mesh case, etc and my FAVORITE is the Cruzerlite Bugdroid case in Smoke. You can see Nexus through the back of the case, not much width added at all and with the Bugdroid pattern carved into the back it offers much needed slip out of the hand protection. Cut outs are perfect also.
I've only tried the diztronic and I highly recommend it. Doesn't look like anything special or nice but in terms of protection it works. I've dropped my phone many times with it on and no scratches or dents or anything. Also the cutouts on mine are perfect.. There is a whole thread on it here I believe. I do wish the beautiful back wasn't covered though.. ringke fusion might be better in that sense.
I've gone through a few cases and settled on this one. My fave case so far, offers great protection and fits over the iloome tempered glass screen protector, unlike the Ringke Fusion.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A06Z41E/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have a pink/grey commuter case from otterbox. I have loved otterbox since my first case years ago. I may be off here but it seems to me they're getting a little shotty quality wise. My rubber seems to turn brown and attract every piece of dirt within a mile of it and now, I have just found, the pink has bled into the white on my phone and stained it. Is this the phone or the case being substandard here? I do love otterbox but I'm thinking its time to move on. What case can I look to for the same protection and reliability? What's the best/worst phone case in your opinion?
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I'm a big fan of the Spigen Slim Armor and Spigen Neo Hybrid cases for this phone. High quality, fits like a GLOVE, not bulky at all, look great, and don't have the big lips like the otterbox that make dragging down the notification panel a hassle. Check out their site but buy from amazon, I think you can get the slim armor on amazon for less than 15 bucks at the moment.
I use an otterbox commuter for my s4 and it doesnt interfere with notifications panel at all.(that happens in the s2 commuter case)
Dunno about other colors but my black is holding up pretty good to daily abuse.
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Using Spiegen Slim Armor and View.
He gives better design but I'm thinking the Otterbox have better protection if you drop it unfortunately.
Well it's dépend if you take care about your phone or not.
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Siwandroid said:
Using Spiegen Slim Armor and View.
He gives better design but I'm thinking the Otterbox have better protection if you drop it unfortunately.
Well it's dépend if you take care about your phone or not.
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I baby my s4 but accidents can happen thats why I use my commuter for most of the time(daily use) and my blue spigen slim armor when I go to parties etc. Lol
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I baby my s4 but accidents can happen thats why I use my commuter for most of the time(daily use) and my blue spigen slim armor when I go to parties etc. Lol
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Well it's not bad. It's a good idea though
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These cases are built for war to thick for me. I tried it for a week and ordered me a smaller case. These cases are perfect for people who drop there phone alot there well built but I rather have an extended battery and a case if I'm gonna make my phone this bulky.
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Otterbox makes my phone feel like a brick so I went with spigen neo hybrid. Complete coverage and a little lip.
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Just got a gift from a friend, Otterbox Commuter for S4, everything looks fine but the cutout for charging below the case seems not so accurate.
After the disaster which is the S3 Otterbox Defender, I have refused to recommend any Otterbox product to anyone. (the silicon would just keep stretching out of shape)
My GF's S3 Commuter fared slightly better with none of the silicone issues but the plastic shell cracked the first time she dropped the phone...
Fast forward to today... we're both using S4s and couldn't be happier with our Ballistic SG Maxxes. Truly a marvelous case which takes impacts and drops like a champ! The design of the S4 version is a little skimpy up top though but so far so [email protected]
I work in construction so I have a Defender on my s4. Holding up great so far. Thinking about picking up another smaller case for weekends.
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Spigen Slim Armor
I have been using the Otterbox Commuter cases over the last year and have been really happy with them. However I recently got the Blue Spigen Slim Armor and it is really impressive how it fits, quality of construction, buttons are easy to push, fits perfect and looks are better than anything I have seen thus far. Plus it matches my Grabber Blue Mustang GT. hahaha Really impressed with it.:good: So far it is the best case I have had on any phone in the last 10 years.
I really like my green commuter. It fits well and looks pretty cool. The construction of the case seems very tight; on some past otterboxes, it's seemed a bit "stretchy" and not as formfitting right out of the box, but this one is very nicely done. My only gripe was the charger cutout was too small, but a kitchen knife and some diligence solved that problem rather quickly.
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I had a similar problem with the charging port on my marine/dark blue commuter case. I didn't want to carve up the case, so I just ground the plug down a little with my dremel tool. I figured if I screwed it up I could always get another OEM charger. So far it works fine. I ground down to metal, but a quick check with Galaxy Charging Current shows that my charge values are unaffected. Is this a common problem with the Otterbox Commuter?
My first thought was that I got a fake one, but the box had the hologram sticker on top, website on back, sku sticker on bottom. The silicone lining seems firm and tight with no sagging. Most of the fake vs real videos on youtube stressed the cheap and floppy silicone lining in the fake Otterboxes. Mine seems fairly stiff and fits well.
I was originally eyeing off the commuter cases but after reading the whole screen cracking thread, I went with the defender. This is possibly the best case I've ever had on a smartphone. The plastic inside shell is fairly sturdy which I love because I carry my phone in my pocket all the time and I was worried about having torsion dmg.
P.S: I'm also looking at getting the neon blue spigen slim armor but I'm still not convinced on the sturdiness yet. I so do not want to have to go through samsung warranty for anything. ~_~
what do you guys feel is the beest case and why if possible leave a link to the sale site and list why you like that product
Diztronic TPU Case for LG Nexus 4 for sure. It's cheap, tough and pretty. Official site: https://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=46_76&zenid=9465876d3adc7bda9f4d408bfa0c8e6a
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You're gonna find dozens of different opinions on this. Everyone has different needs and preferences and few people will have used more than one case.
I've had the Diztronic TPU case. It's not bad. But being a TPU case, it's fairly bulky and I wouldn't call it pretty. I got this one a bit later: http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10001933/1138601-protective-pc-matte-case-for-lg-nexus-4 Looks and feels better in my opinion and is less bulky. Definitely offers less protection though, but I'm okay with that cause I just like using my phone quite a bit more with this case compared to a TPU one. Doesn't mean you will, though. There is no single best case.
I personally like the S line TPU cases found on ebay, there are only a few bucks and they provide the best overall protection + grip on the sides. Cant complain about 2 bucks.
I'm using this one and love it.
http://www.amazon.com/Acase-Superle...1385261708&sr=8-1&keywords=acase+case+nexus+4
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I personally like the S line TPU cases found on ebay, there are only a few bucks and they provide the best overall protection + grip on the sides. Cant complain about 2 bucks.
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I have used a black S line TPU case from ebay since I first got my Nexus 4 a few months ago. I have dropped it on a couple of hard surfaces over time and it's faired out pretty well and I would recommend them to anyone, also great value for money.
I just got my triple armor hybrid case today and I like it a lot.it feels very comfortable in the hand. The edges aren't deep like the eagle case. Its perfect. Still waiting for my damn mybat tuff case. Its taking forever to get to me. One ended up from Cali to Chicago??? I'm the other way....in Hawaii. The other is just sitting and waiting. Usps is messing up a whole bunch of crap this month. Try the triple armor hybrid its awesome:laugh:
Absolutely love the Ringke Fusion case. It's got a plastic transparent back so you can show off the unique glass back of the Nexus 4 (which is one of the only truly unique and beautiful things about this phone.) also offers a solid amount of protection. Have dropped it a couple times.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00B7QGT6U/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?pc_redir=1385489527
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I like this one off eBay. It provides protection around the edges with a glossy look and on the back has a matte black finish. Kinda looks like a nexus 5, or not
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http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=360744790396
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I use "Rearth Ringke SLIM White" cover, it's made in solid plastic and it costs 13€ (17.65 $).
For me this cover is one of the best available for nexus 4, there's only one defect it doesn't offer a perfect grip.
Poetic's SLIM case is also pretty awesome, and it leaves the whole screen exposed so you can swipe from the edges (e.g., in Play app). $6 at Amazon...
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Palette-Premium-Manufacturer-Warranty/dp/B00ANGOICC
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Absolutely love the Ringke Fusion case. It's got a plastic transparent back so you can show off the unique glass back of the Nexus 4 (which is one of the only truly unique and beautiful things about this phone.) also offers a solid amount of protection. Have dropped it a couple times.
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I second this case. for the same reason. why get such a beautiful phone if your just gonna cover it up
It gives very good access to the buttons, actually making them easier to press.
Although I have yet to actually test it out with a drop, and hope i never do, but just in case.
DROP NOO!!!!!
MotoMudder77 said:
I second this case. for the same reason. why get such a beautiful phone if your just gonna cover it up
It gives very good access to the buttons, actually making them easier to press.
Although I have yet to actually test it out with a drop, and hope i never do, but just in case.
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I agree to the hope I never do, had a 8gb nexus 4 with some cheap cover, dropped, bye bye screen.
I now have a 16gb Nexus 4, with a ballastics gel + shell cover, it works really well.
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I agree to the hope I never do, had a 8gb nexus 4 with some cheap cover, dropped, bye bye screen.
I now have a 16gb Nexus 4, with a ballastics gel + shell cover, it works really well.
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That's the one i have now, ballistic SG.. Super beefy case! Kind of hard to get use to coming from slim cases
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That's the one i have now, ballistic SG.. Super beefy case! Kind of hard to get use to coming from slim cases
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LOL there is that, ut I am use to the old motorola nextels. Just doesn't seem that long ago to me.
I have always preferred tpu or hybrid cases, the hybrids for the nexus 4 were lack luster at best, and out of the tpu cases I found the cruzerlite a2 to be the best. I had the driztroic but I found it to be a little to slippery with its matte finish and the buttons were a little hard to find and push.
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I think I found the best all around case, the seidio surface case. Its like 30$ on eBay, and flat out amazing.
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I love my ringke with polycarbonate back. Buttons are A1. The PC hasn't scratched. And it's ten UK pounds
By backwards engineered alien technology.....
Hi guys,
i own a Ringke Fusion for my Nexus 5 and i'm happy about the protection and also with the feel that the case gives to the phone! Unfortunately there are some negatives things.
After some months of use the TPU that surrounds the case turns yellow and this is the first issue, and i noticed that the case has some parts where the dust enters (near the speakers and also on the top of the phone). These are the two issues of the case because in the end it is a good case!
I'd like to have some advice for another case possibly with the same style (clear back, shock absorption) i was looking to the Ultra Hybrid by Spigen....are there similar problem also on this case? However i accept any advice also for other cases!
Thanks in advance
If you want one with a clear back definitely go with the tech21. I have one it's awesome. I prefer my spigen slim armor though. Also the nexus 4 replica bumper for the n5 is really awesome, not super protective though. The slim armor makes me feel safer if I were to drop it. My problem with clear back cases is they seem to get scratched and then look like crap. That's why when I want something slim I use the n4 replica.
If you can compromise with clear back, go for spigen cases...
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@Lokke9191 well the tech21 case seems really good...but it's too expensive..i'm happy with the protection of the Ringke (i dropped the phone a couple times and it hasn't any damage)...thanks for the advice! Maybe in future i will buy the tech21 that seems amazing!
@jaj473 i want the clear back because i like to see the back of my phone! however i'd like to buy the spigen...can you confirm that it hasn't the problem of the Ringke? Like the problems that i described in the first post..
Then guys are there only these cases with clear back? (I mean tech21 and spigen besides the Ringke) or are there other cases? Sorry for double posting but i need to buy the case as soon as possible!
SedyBenoitPeace said:
@Lokke9191 well the tech21 case seems really good...but it's too expensive..i'm happy with the protection of the Ringke (i dropped the phone a couple times and it hasn't any damage)...thanks for the advice! Maybe in future i will buy the tech21 that seems amazing!
@jaj473 i want the clear back because i like to see the back of my phone! however i'd like to buy the spigen...can you confirm that it hasn't the problem of the Ringke? Like the problems that i described in the first post..
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Used my ultra hybrid since November. No issues to date
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Used my ultra hybrid since November. No issues to date
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Ok thanks...i will buy the Spigen Ultra Hybrid you convinced me!
Forgot to mention, the speaker area does trap a little dust. But nothing too much
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Forgot to mention, the speaker area does trap a little dust. But nothing too much
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If it's not a lot I will buy equally.. Because is also one of the main problems that the ringke fusion has..
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If it's not a lot I will buy equally.. Because is also one of the main problems that the ringke fusion has..
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Pretty sure dust is even more of an issue with the Spigen, according to what users have been saying for months. It has even bigger gaps.
You had the all clear Fusion case right? Only the clear TPU will yellow, not the clear by acrylic BTW.
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Pretty sure dust is even more of an issue with the Spigen, according to what users have been saying for months. It has even bigger gaps.
You had the all clear Fusion case right? Only the clear TPU will yellow, not the clear by acrylic BTW.
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Ok thanks for your warning.. In fact I remembered that I bought the ringke because the spigen had some issues.. However also in the ringke the dust is an horrible issue.. It enters from the speakers are and also from 3.5 hole.. As for the yellow yes only the tpu turned yellow the clear back is still good and not yellow.. What's your advice about a new cover?
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Ok thanks for your warning.. In fact I remembered that I bought the ringke because the spigen had some issues.. However also in the ringke the dust is an horrible issue.. It enters from the speakers are and also from 3.5 hole.. As for the yellow yes only the tpu turned yellow the clear back is still good and not yellow.. What's your advice about a new cover?
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Many options out there, I'm sure you can choose one for yourself better than I ever could.
I just know when I was comparing the Ringke Fusion and Spigen Hybrid, they're pretty similar but the Spigen is bigger in your hand, has slightly bigger gaps (holes for dust), and the buttons don't click nice like the Ringke. On the other hand it's built better than the Ringke (less defects in the molding) but also costs twice as much.
At this point I've put my Ringke away and just use a $2 Quicksand case for added grip (eBay). This is a thin case that won't protect from serious damage though, just lets you hold the phone easier so I don't feel I will ever drop it anymore. I should say I have the white N5 though which is slippery compared to the black N5's soft touch coating.
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Many options out there, I'm sure you can choose one for yourself better than I ever could.
I just know when I was comparing the Ringke Fusion and Spigen Hybrid, they're pretty similar but the Spigen is bigger in your hand, has slightly bigger gaps (holes for dust), and the buttons don't click nice like the Ringke. On the other hand it's built better than the Ringke (less defects in the molding) but also costs twice as much.
At this point I've put my Ringke away and just use a $2 Quicksand case for added grip (eBay). This is a thin case that won't protect from serious damage though, just lets you hold the phone easier so I don't feel I will ever drop it anymore. I should say I have the white N5 though which is slippery compared to the black N5's soft touch coating.
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Thanks for the detailed reviews.. I like the style of ringke (and also spigen).. My ringke protected my phone a lot then i want to stick with a cover like this! I was thinking to take a fake spigen ultra hybrid on aliexpress what do you think?
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You should take a look at the Official LG Case. It's hands down the most minimal case I've ever used or seen. Same type of feeling as the Nexus 5 back. Plus, it has a nice LG logo to show off.
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I hate dust, but unfortunately every case I have used has that issue. I'm currently using the nexus 4 replica case with a dbrand skin and a glass screen protector. I really like the way it looks. I'm hoping the protection is fine, since the sides/corners are covered by the case, the front by the glass SP, and the back by the skin.
Spigen cases ftw. I'm using the slim armor case from spigen. AWESOME
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Spigen Ultra Hybrid not as bad as you might think!!!
Spigen did release a revised Ultra Hybrid case to "counter" the dust.
Which is what I have, it's a tighter fit and was offered as a replacement to some for free.
The dust that gets trapped is barely anything, and if it does trap a decent amount (after like a week). You can easily blow it out!
The back took a while to get used to, but I love the feel, shape, look and how Premium it seems.
Well guys...now i'm really confused...i don't know what to do...i don't think that i will buy a case like the official LG...i want a case that can protect my phone (like Ringke Fusion, Spigen Ultra Hybrid or Tech21)...i have a Ringke Fusion but the "yellow" tpu issue and the dust convinced me to change cover..now i noticed the Spigen Ultra Hybrid...but someone told that it takes a lot of dust..instead @Valdorous tells that there is a revision of the case where there isn't a lot of dust...i can tell also that i'd like to try some fake chinese Spigen Ultra Hybrid...well i really don't know what to do
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Well guys...now i'm really confused...i don't know what to do...i don't think that i will buy a case like the official LG...i want a case that can protect my phone (like Ringke Fusion, Spigen Ultra Hybrid or Tech21)...i have a Ringke Fusion but the "yellow" tpu issue and the dust convinced me to change cover..now i noticed the Spigen Ultra Hybrid...but someone told that it takes a lot of dust..instead @Valdorous tells that there is a revision of the case where there isn't a lot of dust...i can tell also that i'd like to try some fake chinese Spigen Ultra Hybrid...well i really don't know what to do
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We've all been there.
Your case will always have "something" or... miss "something".
I recommend looking at your options, from what I can tell you've mentioned "Tech21" and the Spigen Ultra Hybrid.
Which are really similar (from what I could see briefly looking on google images).
An idea would be to look at some of the armoured cases, Spigen is quite good with these.
But as always, watch out for the fakes. (Not all are bad though...)
SedyBenoitPeace said:
Well guys...now i'm really confused...i don't know what to do...i don't think that i will buy a case like the official LG...i want a case that can protect my phone (like Ringke Fusion, Spigen Ultra Hybrid or Tech21)...i have a Ringke Fusion but the "yellow" tpu issue and the dust convinced me to change cover..now i noticed the Spigen Ultra Hybrid...but someone told that it takes a lot of dust..instead @Valdorous tells that there is a revision of the case where there isn't a lot of dust...i can tell also that i'd like to try some fake chinese Spigen Ultra Hybrid...well i really don't know what to do
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Tech 21 is a great protective case. Only downside is its clear back scratches easily as their are no feet to raise it up from the surface it has been placed on.
Unfortunately there are no perfect cases, but all of the ones you mentioned sure do come close.