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Anybody know of any good cases? I don't want something like an outterbox or ballistic I just want something so I have a better grip? Any sujestions?
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Body glove case is right up your alley. Cheap, great quality. Can take a beating and can protect a decent waist high drop
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Agree on the Bodyglove. Using one now.
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elliot.newnham said:
Body glove case is right up your alley. Cheap, great quality. Can take a beating and can protect a decent waist high drop
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can the body glove case be used with an extended battery(3500 mah)
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No
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I think paying too much money for the leaders on the market is foolish. Go on eBay and buy them for a few bucks from China. Just be patient for a few weeks till they come. They are the same quality like the others.
I have a gel case and I am pretty satisifed with it. It was a $1.00 or $1.50 case, I can't remember. It is not bulky and the fact that it is made of gel helps with any potential impact whether a fall on the table or on the floor at home.

Sort of
unknown25 said:
can the body glove case be used with an extended battery(3500 mah)
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I got a 3500 mAh case 6 months ago and couldn't find any case that would fit it. I was using a Body Glove case. Rather than go w/o a case, I took a knife and made a mod. I made a cut separating the back from the sides. The case then streches around the back plate with no ill effects (your milage may vary.) Its not stylish but it works. If you would like photos, PM me.

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With these cuts, the back streches over the back plate. It's secure, doesn't slip off, doesn't put too much pressure on the phone.

Thanx for the pictures....
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ottothefat said:
With these cuts, the back streches over the back plate. It's secure, doesn't slip off, doesn't put too much pressure on the phone.
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I've thought about doing something simular, but I was going to heat up the Body Glove until it could be stretched.

Truckerglenn said:
I've thought about doing something simular, but I was going to heat up the Body Glove until it could be stretched.
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Any luck?
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unknown25 said:
Any luck?
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Never tried it. Being a truck driver I'm not home much.
Heck, the ports that I've done were done on my phone while on the road.
I do use a Ballistic case. And can't tell you how many times that my phone has fallen or been dropped.
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Cruzerlite bugdroid and Clone army

Cruzerlite just released two more cases for the Nexus 4 if anyone wants to pick one one. I personally hated the original andy one so I'll probably have to pass. Just received my poetic today and it by far my favorite case next to my ringke slim.
here are the links.
bugdroid
http://www.cruzerlite.com/andy-circuit-case-for-nexus-4
Clone Army
http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/lg/nexus-4/androidified-clone-army-for-nexus-4

The bugdroid was quite cool.
Will think about it.
Thank for the tip.
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Heard cutouts from cruzer lite cases are always off. Not sure how true that is though
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fuego77 said:
Heard cutouts from cruzer lite cases are always off. Not sure how true that is though
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Yeah for me the fact that they are even cutting out holes for the buttons makes me not want to buy these TPU's. The buttons on the N4 are this shiny chrome-like plastic, and as they are surely scratch/scuff magnets, I'm not about to rock a case that does not protect them.

joeski27 said:
Yeah for me the fact that they are even cutting out holes for the buttons makes me not want to buy these TPU's. The buttons on the N4 are this shiny chrome-like plastic, and as they are surely scratch/scuff magnets, I'm not about to rock a case that does not protect them.
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I hate the chrome in general, with no case and taking extreme care of your phone the chrome around the phone will scratch. Why couldn't they make it all the soft touch hard rubber material? :banghead:
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fuego77 said:
I hate the chrome in general, with no case and taking extreme care of your phone the chrome around the phone will scratch. Why couldn't they make it all the soft touch hard rubber material? :banghead:
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I have NO idea! I thought the exact same thing the moment I saw the phone for the first time (and especially the moment I held it for the first time). I mean such a great job was done with the Nexus 10 as well (granted that was Samsung) - nice styling but with durability and grip in mind. But for some reason, apparently LG insisted on adding that "pop" of flashy chrome to the edge of the phone, and did so using the scratch-friendly chrome ring...and as if that wasn't bad enough, they simply couldn't have added such a scratch-prone component to a more scratch-prone area of the device. Incredible :silly:

Incipio Dualpro hard shell case with silicone core

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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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Lint magnet, returning tomorrow.
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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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Ballistic tough jacket case

Howdy folks, does anybody have any experience with this case?
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-note-8-0-ballistic-tough-jacket-series-case
It looks like a nice alternative for the otterbox..
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I'd also be keen to know if anyone has one and their thoughts on it.
Wish UAG made a case for the Note 8.

I ordered it for $39 dollars on eBay, I hope to get within a week..I'll let you know how it is.
Ballistic reviews for other devices look very promising!
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Received it today; first impressions...it fits like a glove, but it's easy to put on.
The silicone is the inner shell so it doesn't attract any dust. The plastic outside shell has a nice texture and isn't slippery. The only rubber parts which can be seen are the"enforced"edges, which serve the purpose of protection and makes sure that your screen never touches anything when laid down on its face and a narrow ring around the screen. The case however doesn't have covers for the ports(usb, camera, headphone and speakers) I had the idea that it would come with a screen protector, but my dead brain cells must have misunderstood the description. It comes however with a protective cover which also serves as a stand. It feels sturdy and with it on, your note is well protected, it makes however quite heavy like a brick.
The "phone"still fits in my hand, but that is without the cover attached.
All in all I'm quite satisfied with this case it will protect my note well and the design is not too shabby either.
I'll give y'all an update in two weeks.
Cheers my friends.
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misternagoya said:
Received it today; first impressions...it fits like a glove, but it's easy to put on.
The silicone is the inner shell so it doesn't attract any dust. The plastic outside shell has a nice texture and isn't slippery. The only rubber parts which can be seen are the"enforced"edges, which serve the purpose of protection and makes sure that your screen never touches anything when laid down on its face and a narrow ring around the screen. The case however doesn't have covers for the ports(usb, camera, headphone and speakers) I had the idea that it would come with a screen protector, but my dead brain cells must have misunderstood the description. It comes however with a protective cover which also serves as a stand. It feels sturdy and with it on, your note is well protected, it makes however quite heavy like a brick.
The "phone"still fits in my hand, but that is without the cover attached.
All in all I'm quite satisfied with this case it will protect my note well and the design is not too shabby either.
I'll give y'all an update in two weeks.
Cheers my friends.
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Do you still have access to the S-pen?

Sure no problem, the spen is easy to remove and all the buttons(volume etc) react perfect even with such a protective case.
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Can you post some pictures please?

Will do tomorrow.
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misternagoya said:
I ordered it for $39 dollars on eBay, I hope to get within a week..I'll let you know how it is.
Ballistic reviews for other devices look very promising!
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I can't find it for that price anywhere. Happen to have a link? I'm interested in picking this up over the otterbox

I bought it through this shop, fast and cheap shipping!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/171090399902?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
I had to use ebay since I live in Japan, otherwise this offer on Amazon would have even been better!:crying:
http://www.amazon.com/BALLISTIC-Samsung-Charger-Radiation-Shield/dp/B00EFBB20M/ref=pd_rhf_se_p_tnr_1

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thanks for sharing your impressions and the pictures. i am very tempted to pick one of these up myself. I got a simple/cheap flip case to hold me over temporarily, but to be quite frank, I am too damn clumsy not to invest in more serious protection for my electronic devices.
Note 8 is my first case, so was curious how such a sturdy case felt on the device. Ballistic basically won over my loyalty two smartphone ago...had the equivalent case on my Atrix, and one day while running to catch a bus my phone fell out of my pocket and when flying, slammed into the asphalt of the highway/street i was running across hard enough to bounce three times and make it halfway back towards the other side of the street. I was horrified, went to retrieve it... not one single scratch, not one sign that anything had happened, just nothing. Those massive corners do their job, is all I have to say...
Hoping the case for this device is as reliable.

I can highly recommend this case, after two weeks of using, it has been nothing but good to my sweet note. The case and the stand feel sturdy, and when the note is my bag, the cover protects the screen...good stuff and a hell of a lot cheaper than the otter box.
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just received mine today. this case is perfect but i am wondering how come the front cover which acts as a kickstand has a big hole that we will display the name samsung. i find it weird and find the hole redundant.
any thoughts?

When you put the cover on the back, the hole is a cutout for the camera.
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misternagoya said:
When you put the cover on the back, the hole is a cutout for the camera.
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yup i know but still find it funny as that hole will trap dust over a period of time.

Just picked up this case. It's very nice. Good tight fit and solid all around. I had the poetic revolution case for one day and tossed it. Pure junk IMO.

mictek said:
Just picked up this case. It's very nice. Good tight fit and solid all around. I had the poetic revolution case for one day and tossed it. Pure junk IMO.
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Has anyone noticed the case puts too much pressure on the back of the tablet. This is causing white spots to appear on the screen. Looks like LCD mura, but goes away when you take the case off. I've sent Ballistic an email, maybe mine is defective.

No I haven't experienced this...
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misternagoya said:
No I haven't experienced this...
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It's hard to notice on mine, but on a white background you can see it. Thanks for the reply.

the best life proof case?

withc you think us the best?
the obex
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s4-obex-waterproof-case-black-p/cswssgs4-br.htm
or the lifeproof?
http://www.lifeproof.com/en/galaxy-s4-nuud/

I like the life proof name more personally. I'm just being biased to the brand however I will add that I'd rather have the flat black design too

Life proof
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I hv a cheapo lifeproof knockoff but if I would got an expensive case (and I may still do) prob would get the lifeproof with screen protector fre ver..

I bought the Nuud for the S4. I personally really love it. Not because the **** is expensive but lighter than my Otterbox Defender AND it's such a better design than my prior LifeProof for the iPhone 5. If you have anyquestions please ask. Tag me in the question so ill see it.
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Quentin.Sheley said:
I bought the Nuud for the S4. I personally really love it. Not because the **** is expensive but lighter than my Otterbox Defender AND it's such a better design than my prior LifeProof for the iPhone 5. If you have anyquestions please ask. Tag me in the question so ill see it.
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How is the sound? During a call and the back speaker? Do you think it would work with a thin class screan protector?
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I bought the obex, and it is awesome. I prefer it to any other case, but I have never had a life proof to compare it to. The obex comes with a gasketed extention to keep the phone water proof while using the headphones
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How is the sound? During a call and the back speaker? Do you think it would work with a thin class screan protector?
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During sound playback you can tell a difference from not having the case in but it's not a huge let down like it was with my iPhone 5 Life Proof. As far as voice feedback in the ear goes it does take the noise canceling a second to catch up so on the first ring or so it sounds distorted but it quickly fixes itself. It's not making calls or listening to music. No more opening the bottom hatch to make sure someone can hear me. And as far as the plastic cover goes if you're meaning a screen protector like invisible shield then it will fit. They provide you an optional screen protector to put on (I used it). I do intend on investing in a better one later, probably Ghost Armor. Lmk if you have anything else
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Quentin.Sheley said:
During sound playback you can tell a difference from not having the case in but it's not a huge let down like it was with my iPhone 5 Life Proof. As far as voice feedback in the ear goes it does take the noise canceling a second to catch up so on the first ring or so it sounds distorted but it quickly fixes itself. It's not making calls or listening to music. No more opening the bottom hatch to make sure someone can hear me. And as far as the plastic cover goes if you're meaning a screen protector like invisible shield then it will fit. They provide you an optional screen protector to put on (I used it). I do intend on investing in a better one later, probably Ghost Armor. Lmk if you have anything else
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Thank you, and I'm asking if you think a tempered glass screen protector would fit on there with the case and still seal? I have the mime feather glass on my phone and its very thin for a glass protector, not much thicker than the usual plastic ones.
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Mr. bird said:
Thank you, and I'm asking if you think a tempered glass screen protector would fit on there with the case and still seal? I have the mime feather glass on my phone and its very thin for a glass protector, not much thicker than the usual plastic ones.
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Oh that I do not know. Sorry I cannot help there.
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dre_t2000 said:
I bought the obex, and it is awesome. I prefer it to any other case, but I have never had a life proof to compare it to. The obex comes with a gasketed extention to keep the phone water proof while using the headphones
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I wish the same way on the other side. The OPEX is the same price as the Life Proof Nüüd which I have. I seen your post and I started looking for side by side comparisons unfortunately non exist... The LifeProof are awesome as well.
Long Live the IR Blaster.
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Oh that I do not know. Sorry I cannot help there.
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Whichever you decide get one that isn't nuud and has a built in screen protector, otherwise there's is a risk of leakage. My iPad lifeproof is nuud and it leaks if you are too rug with it in the pool

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Whichever you decide get one that isn't nuud and has a built in screen protector, otherwise there's is a risk of leakage. My iPad lifeproof is nuud and it leaks if you are too rug with it in the pool
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Yeah that's smart. I got the warranty through Best Buy that covers water damage. That's another thing that kept me from the Frè
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Oh that I do not know. Sorry I cannot help there.
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Why can't they make a waterproof with extended battery case?

cantenna said:
Why can't they make a waterproof with extended battery case?
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Why can't they make the whole phone water proof? Oh... They can. If they can send the space shuttle to the moon with the computing power less than my Moto Droid they can make it water proof damnit lol
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Mr. bird said:
Thank you, and I'm asking if you think a tempered glass screen protector would fit on there with the case and still seal? I have the mime feather glass on my phone and its very thin for a glass protector, not much thicker than the usual plastic ones.
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I just purchased the version without a screen protector built in. The nuud I believe. I have a Mime glass protector (not the thinnest one, but the one with rounded edges) and it fits. Now, I havent tested it because Im not going to submerge my phone just to find out on purpose, BUT it appears to fit and seal normally. ill try to get some pics for you later when I get off work,
Short answer, yes it fits.....

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I just purchased the version without a screen protector built in. The nuud I believe. I have a Mime glass protector (not the thinnest one, but the one with rounded edges) and it fits. Now, I havent tested it because Im not going to submerge my phone just to find out on purpose, BUT it appears to fit and seal normally. ill try to get some pics for you later when I get off work,
Short answer, yes it fits.....
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Awesome.
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The Obex is good at waterproofing. It's got some cons tho. I reckon the LifeProof will be less bulky. The Obex makes the notification bar hard to pull down cuz it covers the part above the screen. I don't really like the plastic screen protector of the Obex case also. But it's still a good case to consider!

trannhattan said:
The Obex is good at waterproofing. It's got some cons tho. I reckon the LifeProof will be less bulky. The Obex makes the notification bar hard to pull down cuz it covers the part above the screen. I don't really like the plastic screen protector of the Obex case also. But it's still a good case to consider!
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I'm not to happy with my obex anymore. The screen protector is pretty crappy, the case scratches fairly and the colored parts get dirty. I had it on for a while and I'm very careful with my phone and its all marked up case and screen protector. And the protecter isn't that clear either. Yeah it's good that tue case is scratched and not the phone but my otterbox commuter has been on my phone for a lot longer and still looks good.
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I'm not to happy with my obex anymore. The screen protector is pretty crappy, the case scratches fairly and the colored parts get dirty. I had it on for a while and I'm very careful with my phone and its all marked up case and screen protector. And the protecter isn't that clear either. Yeah it's good that tue case is scratched and not the phone but my otterbox commuter has been on my phone for a lot longer and still looks good.
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I totally agree with you! :highfive: