Are aftermarket cases still waterproof - Galaxy S 5 Accessories

I want to buy a case that has a flip mirror cover. Something like the Arium or Anymode. But my question is, are these cases still waterproof? The rear cover of the S5 is probably made specifically to withstand water. I would like to take my phone into the pool or shower for up to 20min and I don't want any water damage. Any suggestions? I like this one especially by XNR www.ebay.com/itm/321415545762?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

The only way to know would be if it has that rubber gasket on it like the OEM back cover does. No where in that listing does it state that it maintains the IP67 rating, so I would be suspicious of that if you are interested in keeping the "waterproof"

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I want to buy a case that has a flip mirror cover. Something like the Arium or Anymode. But my question is, are these cases still waterproof? The rear cover of the S5 is probably made specifically to withstand water. I would like to take my phone into the pool or shower for up to 20min and I don't want any water damage. Any suggestions? I like this one especially by XNR www.ebay.com/itm/321415545762?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
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if you are after the brand anymode, and if they do have a rubber seal, it's more likely supports the IP67, anymode is the only company to have their product certified by samsung, anymode is more like a sister company to samsung.

No. All these cases do not support the IP67
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There is no rubber seal in the anymode case and I believe there isn't one in the XNR either.
The Arium cases are by far the best because they don't replace the OEM rear cover provided by samsung. The Arium case is a complete separate housing and won't interfere with the IP67 certification.

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hard crystal screen shield

Do you know it there is a hard crystal screen shield for the trinity, like the one used on my old tungstenT(see picture).
John
you can get a case
http://cgi.ebay.com/Crystal-Hard-Ca...1212521QQihZ003QQcategoryZ15036QQcmdZViewItem
http://search.ebay.com/Crystal-Clea...seQ20forQ20HTCQ20TrinityQ2fHTCQ20P3600Q2f3600
yse, but this crystal case dont protect the screen!!
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you can get a case
http://cgi.ebay.com/Crystal-Hard-Ca...1212521QQihZ003QQcategoryZ15036QQcmdZViewItem
http://search.ebay.com/Crystal-Clea...seQ20forQ20HTCQ20TrinityQ2fHTCQ20P3600Q2f3600
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the one you talk about? or the one i linked to?
if the one i linked to then sure it does
one have to open the case to be able to use the touchscreen
Rudegar,
are you shure ? if it will protect my display then i will order it NOW!!!
it looks like there is an hole where it is the screen
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not sure about that model but the only i had for my old himalaya had plastic all over
I have this case for my trinity and it doesn't protect the screen
The one you might be looking for is also found at e-bay. It is a silicon case that has a hard cover screen to protect the phone screen.
See here : http://cgi.ebay.nl/Capdase-Silicone...tcZphotoQQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
I myself bought the aluminum case. Good thing is that I can use the phone while the screen stays protected. Big downside however is that the aluminum case completely blocks the GPS signal. Bummer.
I still look for a crystal clear case that has a flip to open screen protection like the silicon one.
Personally I find the silicon version look like you just put your phone in a condomn.
The shop where I bought the phone from said that leather cases also block about 60% of the GPS signals.
those crystal screens are not hard at all..
I've gone through 2 of it.. most of the time it crack from where the bottom is due to weekly removal of the top to clear all the dust.

Cases?

Wanna trade cases have cases u don't won't I could take them. Leave comments
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This is the case I bought when I was planning on buying extended battery (as I always did,) so I made sure it is stretchable.
However, since I went with "Gold 2450" battery, which is the same size as standard battery, I never had need for this case and it accumulates dust in my basement...
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Two very strong magnets hold the cover flap sealed:
(you can see where the hidden round magnets are located by the slightly "sucked-in" areas on the flap)
Easy access to USB port for charging,
also that's how far it stretches (good for extended batteries):
Easy access to headphones port:
and it has very bendable belt clip:
Belt clip is NOT a metal piece covered with leather like most are, but it is made of some sturdy plastic, with added bonus here: it actually imitate the leather look and stitches of the case.
I hate those metal clips covered with leather, because the leather starts to rip apart very soon when you actually use it on belt, and I always made sure to have just plastic clip instead.
Yours for $10 + shipping.
I think I've paid $15 + tax (maybe $19.99, am not sure now, I bought quite few things at that time).
It is brand new.
PM me if interested.

Horizontal Belt Pouch for Nexus 4

Personally I've always been a fan of having my phone in a belt pouch instead of in my pocket. With the size of the Nexus 4 and the large plates of glass on both sides I'm seriously afraid of breaking it in my pocket. To that end I've tried two different belt pouches.
First up was a trip to my local BestBuy. Their options were limited so I left with a Eddie Bauer generic large phone case.
This case is definitely built to handle phones that are much thicker than our Nexus 4. The back is also segmented which could allow the closure to adjust to accommodate phones of a range of widths.
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The intent is nice, but the result is a case that feels like the phone could fall out easily as the closure is opened.
Needless to say I did return that case.
Next up was the Luxmo LU8HBK. This is advertised as a case for the Galaxy S3 which happens to be just around the same size as the Nexus 4. The fit here is MUCH better. While the closure is a bigger flap than I'm used to, the phone fits securely while still being easy to remove. It looks like this pouch will accomodate a thin case such as the Rearth Ringke. I have one on order but its still in transit.
I had a hunch the Luxmo would fit better, and at $5ea (at the time I ordered) I figured it best to get two.
Thanks OP. I have the same worry about my pocket as you. I read water meters and, as such, squat and kneel a lot.
Ordered my Nexus 4 on the 13th. Still waiting.

Aluminum bumper case from amazon prime. Quick thoguhts

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OLFTLVE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Was prime when I ordered it. Anyways, this is pretty much the same bumper that's being sold on ebay from china. It covers the left mic hole on the bottom for the non verizon variant but calls works just fine. It feels somewhat flimsy but overall not bad for a few bucks. Impact to cellular signal was give or take 8% and impact to wifi near none. Fits fairly well on my phone. I took it on and off a few times did not seem to scratch since I was careful.
Overall I would recommend it if you just wanted some edge protection. I was thinking of using it daily but figured I would wait until replacement camera lens were 4 bucks on ebay (as they became so for the note 3,2 etc) You pretty much get what u see in the product picture.
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Typo for the word thoughts, please fix. Thanks Mods.
Could you post a couple more pictures of it? Is there anything on the inside that would protect the Note 4 from scratching when you are putting it inside the case?
can you share more photos from different angle?
Edcar445 said:
Could you post a couple more pictures of it? Is there anything on the inside that would protect the Note 4 from scratching when you are putting it inside the case?
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It will scratch the metal frame on the Note 4 when you put it on, And it covers the left mic on N910C.
Please be careful, I used a similar case on the Note 3 and it scratched the frame.
I dont really mind the scratches, it will scratch over time either way,
Just cover it with an case

Anyone can recommend a good waterproof case?

My family will vacation in Hawaii next month, need a good waterproof case for my new GS6, I wish I can take pics while surfing, diving, swimming, so if you have any good waterproof case, please tell me the price and link, thanks for sharing, bros.
have a try
Recently, I recieved a WATERPROOF CASE from ebay. I would like to share some experince to you!
I bought this case for use with an S6 (regular) in a humid and likely to get wet environment. It has enough room to hold the phone with a protective case and some cash and credit cards. I took it snorkeling, fully submerged it, and it took excellent photos and video. You can operate the camera mode within the case. I never got the slightest bit of moisture inside the case and I used it on several occasions. The strap works great because you can hang it around your neck like a lanyard or entwine it around your wrist several times.
Here is the item#: 121634220255
I have one for a while. it does work well under the water, You can take pics and watch movies under water.Here I post a pic for your reference.
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I bought a Gelert waterproof case for £5, it's like a padded bag with a window which you use the phone through and a lanyard if you want to hang around the neck, it is what it is and form is largely out of the window in favour of function.
http://www.sportsdirect.com/gelert-...gclid=CIC014feicYCFaMewwodf0AA0Q&gclsrc=aw.ds
Lifeproof fre is now available
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