I was wondering if anyone has dropped there Note 3 with a Slim Armor case? How did it come out? Was it a drop that you said thank goodness I had this case.
Looking for max protection without a huge case like the defender.
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I was wondering if anyone has dropped there Note 3 with a Slim Armor case? How did it come out? Was it a drop that you said thank goodness I had this case.
Looking for max protection without a huge case like the defender.
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I am using a Neo Hybrid. Dropped my phone from my lap, while sitting in the car while trying to get out of it. Dropped onto the road. It hit the bottom part of the phone, where there is a small scuff mark on the Neo Hybrid case. The impact must have be really strong as my SPEN was ejected from the phone. A glass screen protector was used and as it was quite thick (thicker than most glass SP) the top part of it cracked. My phone is dent free and the original screen is perfectly fine.
I have the slim armor case and i dropped my phone face down on concrete and it was fine! Only issue is that is scratches very easily, but i would rather it was the case than my phone hope this helps!
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Im using also the Slim Armor White and my phone was dropped from me in the Metro to the front like a 4 Meter and its nothing happened even a s scratches.. -
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Hey guys,
I got the chance to review this case and made the video as usual. It is very thin, very light, however I am not comfortable leaving the top and bottom exposed.
Here it is! If you have any questions please just let me know
http://youtu.be/KIRwjBtI7L4
Just slapped mine on, like the raised corners for face down safety but agree the front of the top and bottom are pretty exposed. Nice fit and what I was looking for though. Nice review
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whiel i like how slim it is. on mine, even with it face down, it'll wobble and it seems the screen is still touching because it slides soo easily like it does without the case.
the case without the phone doesn't wobble and it doesn't slide easily. maybe i have crooked one? doesn't feel like it though since there's no squeaking with the case on.
Just got mine and I'm liking it a lot, all we need is a case exactly like this one but covers the top and bottom as well, but yea this one is very nice
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Odd I put mine face down in the dark and can see light all the way around except the corners. I am fairly positive it's not touching screen. The second case I got isn't as good of a fit though it is loose on the volume rocker side.
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I've had mine for a week or so.
Pros:
Thin
Light
Cons:
Moves around too much directly over the volume controls. Not enough material there to be stiff enough so it tends to flex in that area.
There's an annoying ridge around the edge closest to the screen. Sort of like a line for the mold used to form the plastic. This makes it feel cheap.
I've got the "Ringke Fusion" case on order and hoping I like that better. If so, this one may be going back.
-Brett.
I was just wondering...to address the 'top and bottom bezel uncovered' issue, could we not apply one of those full body shield protectors, i.e those that protect the sides? Or would the case not fit with that on?
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I was just wondering...to address the 'top and bottom bezel uncovered' issue, could we not apply one of those full body shield protectors, i.e those that protect the sides? Or would the case not fit with that on?
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That'll protect from scratches but not from impact
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I have this case and love it. I don't like to put cases on my phones but wanted to protect the glasses back so I got this. Protects the back while barely being noticeable, which is perfect for my tastes.
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Got this case a couple days ago in white. So far so good. Thin and low profile. Dropped the phone yesterday, hit the corner and not a scratch or crack on the phone.
To those who have this case on, is it a snug fit or kind of lose? I'm asking because I just received the Spigen SGP Slim and it has a lose fit. Like you could shake it softly and feel the phone sliding around..kind of disappointed and if the Ringke Slim is snug, then I'm considering ordering that.
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Mine is fit, and I actually have hard time taking it off the phone.
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Mine is fit, and I actually have hard time taking it off the phone.
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Man..I knew I should of ordered from Rearth instead since I had the slim case for the Gnex...thanks for the response. Haha
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probably the tightest snuggiest case. IT's a b*tch to take off. Can nick the phone w/my fingernail trying to remove the case hence why I've been rocking it naked the past week..
Correct fitment is pretty tight . but I think this also makes it barely noticeable
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Thanks for the responses...went ahead and ordered me one. That spigen ones crappy IMHO..good thing I have a buddy that's gonna take it off my hands for the amount I got it for
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waiting for mine
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Best case I've ever owned. And I hate cases.
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I got my navy blue Ringke Slim (version 2) this morning and although the fit is superb and getting it back off if a challenge i am a little cheesed off that "soft touch" doesn't equate to grip like it would on a Case Mate Barely There.
Great case but i am tempted to put my 95p S Line jobbie back on.
Cheapo case back on and the Ringke Slim sold on, it needs to be more grippy.
Hey guys! Im just about to buy a nexus 4 Ringke Fusion Hybrid.
The beveled edge of the display on the nexus 4 makes the phone a pleasure to use, so I was wondering if this case would mess that up completely. Is there any other case out there that doesn't have this problem?
Thanks
Any case that has lips that come up over the sides will "mess up" the curved feel...especially if the case is thick.
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nearly every case has this problem
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nearly every case has this problem
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I was using a bulky type rugged case prior to this one and I have to say with the rugged case I had issues swiping the sides (switching tabs, lock screen widgets etc) and with this case I do not have troubles with those types of swipes. It really is a small lip on this case and does not interfere with my usage.
Alright guys! Thanks!! Helped me a lot!
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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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For those that go naked (no case), have you gotten any scratches on the fake aluminum edges?
I'd like to use no case and have a screen protector & back skin but worried about scratches on the edges.
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For those that go naked (no case), have you gotten any scratches on the fake aluminum edges?
I'd like to use no case and have a screen protector & back skin but worried about scratches on the edges.
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Check ebay, there are bumper protectors for sale.
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!
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Check ebay, there are bumper protectors for sale.
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!
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True but would like to know which ones peeps are using and if they are worth buying or not too
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Check ebay, there are bumper protectors for sale.
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!
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I bought one for my S3, those things are so cheap and crappy I wasted my money. However I bought a nice from Draco Designs ( which wasn't cheap) but definitely quality. FYI I emailed them this morning and they replied that one for the S4 will be available next week.
So far I have had no case on my phone (about a month) and there are no scratches. I have only a "Just Like Glass" screen protector
This is what I just put on mine.
search B00BMIG54O on amazon
$14.95 ArmorSuit MilitaryShield - Samsung Galaxy S4 Screen Protector Shield Ultra Clear + Black Carbon Fiber Film Protector
Skin provides nice traction as opposed to stock slick back cover. Edge skins included.
The sides scratch very easily! I highly recommend some type of protection if you intend on keeping your device in mint condition!
Its actually nice metal on the s4 so not the plastic coating like on the s3
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For those that go naked (no case), have you gotten any scratches on the fake aluminum edges?
I'd like to use no case and have a screen protector & back skin but worried about scratches on the edges.
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Not the metal trim ring around the phone itself, but the chrome bezel that's bordering the display has scratched fairly easily on both mine and my wife's with some minor drops. I definitely wish I would've got a case for outings sooner.
The aluminum trim around the outside of the phone however has remained scratch free on both.
Mine has a small ding in it, and I don't ever recall really dropping it. It does bother me though, and I'm certain I had to have dropped it at some point, as it's on the bottom.
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This is what I just put on mine.
search B00BMIG54O on amazon
$14.95 ArmorSuit MilitaryShield - Samsung Galaxy S4 Screen Protector Shield Ultra Clear + Black Carbon Fiber Film Protector
Skin provides nice traction as opposed to stock slick back cover. Edge skins included.
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Does NFC work?
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I use the neo hybrid and I have a dent in the faux metal around the phone
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I use the neo hybrid and I have a dent in the faux metal around the phone
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I second the Neo Hybrid. I bought my S4 about a week ago (changed from the OG note) and spigen is completely wrapping it with the screen protector and the Neo since day 3 (had to order the case lol). it doesn't add too much bulk, it levels out the back so your phone isn't resting on your camera when you set it down and it provides a lip so you can set it face down and won't even touch the screen protector and for a total of $30 my phone is completely covered and not too much bulk added.
Also NFC works and rumor has it wireless charging should work too.
Its the best case I have purchased, Im about to buy the Glass Screens from Spigen.
I skipped the glas.t and went to their Ultra crystal screen protector. Over in the i717 section there's a HUGE thread going over the Glas.t and they started out awesome but the later posts say that they're getting peeling up after a couple months and was probably due to a change in the adhesive. Plus with the extra thickness of the glas.t the home button would be recessed, with the Ultra crystal the button is level with the screen protector. And at $7 for the ultra clear you get 2 and MUCH easier to apply.
Been completely naked on mine for about a month. No scratches on the glass, chrome bezel, faux metal ring around the outside, or battery cover. I don't drop my phone, haven't ever shattered a screen in 5 years of having a smart phone. I keep it alone in a pocket, and that's it. All my phones have been treated this way. The One X looked like it went to hell and back after a few months, but my iPhones, Captivate, S II, and Note II all survived really well. My wife is not so gentle, just throws it in her purse. So she has a flip case on my old Note II she is now using.
The only place I have seen any of these phones show wear is on the back when they rub when placed flat. On the S II it was the lip below the battery door. On the S 4 it seems to be the bottom lip of the chrome around the camera lens. That small section is scuffed. Otherwise this naked phone is pristine after a month of use.
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I had mine since launch day. I dropped it 2-3 times from desk height with not a single scratch anywhere.
Im using the Spigen Glastr and its amazing.
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Its actually nice metal on the s4 so not the plastic coating like on the s3
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Its actually painted plastic to look like brushed metal
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im a device nudist; never damaged the faux metal on the GS3 or GS4. I am pretty careful with devices though.
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Does NFC work?
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Perfectly, I use Wallet almost daily.
Hi everybody,
Soon Ill get my Nexus 4 and I'm looking for the thinnest rubber case available.
Can I get some recommendations please?
Im also looking for headset with controller to skip tracks, any suggestions?
Thanks,
Daniel.
NILLKIN super frosted shield case.
It rocks. amazing thin and really good quality .
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/NILLKIN-super-frosted-shield-case-for-LG-E960-Nexus-4-with-screen-protector-retailed-package-free/1243098324.html
If you mean TPU case (you said rubber case) I reccomend you this one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Diztronic-Matte-Back-Black-Purple-or-Pink-Glitter-TPU-Case-Cover-for-LG-Nexus-4-/261137354079
I have matte black and its very good. Not too thick and very good buttons feedback (volume +/- and on/off).
I have this TPU case from ebay. No complaints and its thin.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181049607053
The Zero Lemon case
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May not be what you wanted but Ringke Hybrid Fusion Case https://www.rearthusa.com/google-nex...id-fusion-case
I don't even notice mine except that I am no longer afraid of the phone slipping out of my hand. Dropped the phone once and it still works.
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May not be what you wanted butRingke Hybrid Fusion Case https://www.rearthusa.com/google-nex...id-fusion-case
I don't even notice mine except that I am no longer afraid of the phone slipping out of my hand. Dropped the phone once and it still works.
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I can attest to it's durability. I've probably dropped the phone ten times at least and nothing has happened. Either I'm lucky or this case is amazing.
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Ive been thinking about this case. So the clear back is hard plastic and the black edges is TPU? How thick is the clear back? The computer renderings on their website makes the back appear too thick.
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Can anybody share the thickness in comparison between a diztronic tpu, ringke slim and ringke fusion?
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