seidio obex case problem,anyone have it? - Galaxy S 4 Accessories

just got the seidio obex case and in a call if im talking regular no one can hear me i basically have to scream or get really close to the microphone
idk if i should take a pin or something and poke a whole

Try to the your phone out and reinstall it carefully
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GeneticJim said:
Try to the your phone out and reinstall it carefully
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I have the case and I have the same annoying problem. One thing I found that helps is opening the bottom cover when talking on the phone. I also just got the lifeproof nuud and call quality is much better.

It helps if you turn off the noise reduction on the call screen
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Does ur skeyrocket body flex

Hi all,
My skyrocket body flexes every time I pick it up and it would make a creaking or popping sound, how about you guys?
dualmax said:
Hi all,
My skyrocket body flexes every time I pick it up and it would make a creaking or popping sound, how about you guys?
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Sounds like a loose back/battery cover.
but no mine does not do this.
Mine does it to if i twist it a little it is actually the battery. It has a little play in it.
mine is creak free
No creaks here
Rock solid is the way I would describe my phone.
No issues with flex on my SR.
My first one does. That was why I exchanged it .
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silver03wrx said:
Mine does it to if i twist it a little it is actually the battery. It has a little play in it.
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Why are u treating Sonja like that......??
Stop twisting her ........!!!!
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No creaks, sounds like a faulty battery cover as mentioned above
Rock solid is hardly how I would describe any phone this size made out of plastic. The HTC Titan comes close but it's made out of metal. Mine doesn't creak but there is some give if you squeeze it toward the edges. The battery cover is somewhat of an abomination. Put it in an OtterBox Commuter case... problem solved.
Mine does if I bend it a little, but you shouldn't be doing that in the first place. It's strange though, I never noticed until last night, and I'm sure I didn't drop the phone.
No body flex here.
I never noticed it on mine. I even gave the body a gentle twist and didn't notice anything.
dualmax said:
Hi all,
My skyrocket body flexes every time I pick it up and it would make a creaking or popping sound, how about you guys?
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Trinition said:
I never noticed it on mine. I even gave the body a gentle twist and didn't notice anything.
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It's the battery cover's fault. I took it off and don't hear any sounds when trying to flex the phone.
Any way to fix this? Mine does it and being ocd its driving me insane.
asjdwf said:
Any way to fix this? Mine does it and being ocd its driving me insane.
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+1.
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Mine does not make any noise -- but have you considered just getting a case for it? There are some super slim TPU ones that hardly add to the bulk, are still slippery (unlike silicone) and really help protect the phone.
I find mine makes a squeaking noise when I attempt to fold it in half. Anyone able to reproduce this?
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Nope, mine made a snap noise when folding in half. Did you remove the battery and battery cover?
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No issues with mine.
Check your battery cover as that has been never installed correctly every time i remove the battery cover and install it again.

Question to otter box defender people

I just picked up this case and really like it. And I had a screen protector on already so I popped out the otter box one. Seeing how it distorts the screen. Does everyone do this? Does it not protect it as much from drops? What's the downside?
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I did the same thing. And I asked the same question before I did it. It hurts nothing the one thing is dust may get in easier but hey you cares lol. Ive dropped mine twice since popping it out and so far so good. 1 drop from waist height, not secured in the holster :banghead: second drop from like 4 inches. All in all I love the defender plus they dont add a lot to the phone like the old defenders did.
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Yeah man I really like how slim this defender is. I'd love to see some drop tests done with it haha.
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Just picked one up myself tonight. It's much thinner than previous defenders I've had and I really like it so far. I was planning on popping out the screen as well but it sits so tightly on the screen I can't even tell it's there.
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I popped mine out cuz I already have a screen protector of better quality. The otter box ones usually distort the screen. Specially.the nice 1080p display.
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I just took mine off and i think its better cause i constantly change cases. The only reason im not using the defender too much is because the proximity sensor doesnt function that well. Do you guys experience taking a call and when you are about to end it and take it off your ear the screen does not come back on? I had to press the home button just to make sure the call has ended. Kinda sucks cause i love the case.
sfb14 said:
I just took mine off and i think its better cause i constantly change cases. The only reason im not using the defender too much is because the proximity sensor doesnt function that well. Do you guys experience taking a call and when you are about to end it and take it off your ear the screen does not come back on? I had to press the home button just to make sure the call has ended. Kinda sucks cause i love the case.
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Havent had this issue. I have the black defender.
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Havent had this issue. I have the black defender.
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I have the yellow/black defender btw.
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Picked it up heavily discounted with my gift card I never used. All black was the first one they brought out from the back and its the one I wanted anyways. I have a cheap clear screen protector on (since I got the phone day 1) and the original defender case. Being a mechanic, I'd rather have protects from stains, grease, or any spills etc. than have a little noticeably clearer screen. Its also good cause If I decide to use a different case then I have a protector on it still. Love it so far.
I haven't experienced the "bubbles" people say I would get cause they never appeared. Probably cause this one is a very thin protector unlike some of the more expensive ones. Would recommend over Commuter series anyday, but if you just pop the defender screen off why wouldn't you guys just go with the commuter? Its cheaper and you are butchering a product meant for heavy abuse.
Because It still has more protection without screen protector from drops. Its a layered case with shock absorber.
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Spigen Neo Hybrid Case cracks at the usb

I have the say it is the best looking case out for the GS4 but the main issue is the case will crack at the usb area. Top first then bottom. The area is thin. If they reinforce it some how this would last longer then 2 months. I have never dropped my phone and once on my phone it never came off until it now. Am I the only one?
Nope. You're not the only one with quality issues on your NeoHybrid.
Mine had paint chips which appeared from nowhere.
Seems like there are some serious durability issues with the NeoHybrid case.
lambstone said:
Nope. You're not the only one with quality issues on your NeoHybrid.
Mine had paint chips which appeared from nowhere.
Seems like there are some serious durability issues with the NeoHybrid case.
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My GSII NeoHybrid bumper case took a beating and kept going with so much abuse. I have to say design is 10 durability is a 2!
Running commando now that mine cracked at both sides of the headphone jack.
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kipliq said:
My GSII NeoHybrid bumper case took a beating and kept going with so much abuse. I have to say design is 10 durability is a 2!
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Yeah, my neo hybrid for the SGS2 last a long long time too. Not sure why for the SGS4 it crapped out on my so fast.
I hope people know about the short comings of the case even if it looks like one of the best cases. I wish they reinforced the area or used the same materials like the GSII case!
I had the same issue. I contacted them thru email and they were pretty fast to respond. They ask me to send a pic of the damage then they sent me a new one and it only took 3 days to get here. Looks like they're aware of the issues because the new one i received is a bit different, the usb insert part is actually a bit thicker and less likely to bend and breaks.
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Niwrad said:
I had the same issue. I contacted them thru email and they were pretty fast to respond. They ask me to send a pic of the damage then they sent me a new one and it only took 3 days to get here. Looks like they're aware of the issues because the new one i received is a bit different, the usb insert part is actually a bit thicker and less likely to bend and breaks.
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all the Spigen haters that say their customer service is bad, need to read this
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Niwrad said:
I had the same issue. I contacted them thru email and they were pretty fast to respond. They ask me to send a pic of the damage then they sent me a new one and it only took 3 days to get here. Looks like they're aware of the issues because the new one i received is a bit different, the usb insert part is actually a bit thicker and less likely to bend and breaks.
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I got mine as a gift so I doubt they will send me a replacement. It is a official sgp item. What about the top headphone jack, is the area thicker?
kipliq said:
I got mine as a gift so I doubt they will send me a replacement. It is a official sgp item. What about the top headphone jack, is the area thicker?
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call or email them, you have the case still correct? I don't see an issue if you have the case and it is indeed a real case......
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Mine cracked too.. I took two pictures, sent them in to Spigen support, an never heard a word. Went out and bought another brand that won't crack.
atl_runner said:
Mine cracked too.. I took two pictures, sent them in to Spigen support, an never heard a word. Went out and bought another brand that won't crack.
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did you call? I mean yes, it's inexcusable they didn't contact you back, but I wouldn't have let them off the hook that easy
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yea junk... probably would never buy a spigen case again.... paint is chipping and crack at headphone jack
lambstone said:
Nope. You're not the only one with quality issues on your NeoHybrid.
Mine had paint chips which appeared from nowhere.
Seems like there are some serious durability issues with the NeoHybrid case.
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Same here. Paint chips from light use. My case has never been mishandled and the paint chips. I have a red one.
I got so pissed off that I sprayed a clear coat on it lol. That did the trick. But for a $30 case it's very poor quality.
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Niwrad said:
I had the same issue. I contacted them thru email and they were pretty fast to respond. They ask me to send a pic of the damage then they sent me a new one and it only took 3 days to get here. Looks like they're aware of the issues because the new one i received is a bit different, the usb insert part is actually a bit thicker and less likely to bend and breaks.
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Can you post pictures of the new case and the areas the we are talking about?
Anyone have images of the new bumper if the top and bottom is reinforced?
just ordered a satin silver band from amazon, hopefully it's the updated band but if not I ain't too worried about it
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Mine also broke at usb and I've never dropped or remove case, its just to thin there. They need to make it aluminum!
Heres the pic of the new one they sent me.. Notice tge difference?
I made a mistake saying is a bit thicker.. It looks the same but the new one with a lip seems sturdy when i try bending it.
As for the one asking for the headset, its the same.
I know the quality of the frame sucks but I do love this case...I always get a compliment how nice my phone is.
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r126nyc said:
Mine also broke at usb and I've never dropped or remove case, its just to thin there. They need to make it aluminum!
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how can it broke without dropped?its really weird man i just curious why it can be broken without dropped and remove case
i also use neo hybrid spigen but everything it's okay and i love this case lol in my country many people recommended me to used spigen case than other brand.

Otterbox preserver or lifeproof.

I am in the market for a waterproof case. I love having multiple cases and this is one i dont have. I have been looking at both the lifeproof nuud and otterbox preserver. They both look like really nice cases but I'm worried a bit about sound quality. I really like the fact the lifeproof doesn't have a built in screen protector but read on amazon, like I'm worried about, affects sound quality. I was trying to find the OB on amazon but the only one listed is at 339$ and doesn't have any reviews.
My question is what are your experiences with either case. Thanks for the feedback guys.
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Ordered this thing with some trepidation when it first came out.
Waterproof YES
Great protection YES.
Touch functions work well YES.
Sound out - listen to music or calls Yes and quality is okay.
Sound in - speaking on calls - nearly inaudible to person on the other end!
If you use your phone as, well, a phone you MUST use some bluetooth headset/mic or it's a no go.
I was really hoping that this wouldn't be the case, but figured it would be - as virtually all 'waterproof' cases for any device I have just cannot transmit VOICE sound 'IN'.
But hey it is waterproof and provides superp protection. I'll just have to remember to put the case on before I need it.
Thanks for the feedback. Yeah I was looking at that one as well like I said. I've always had good luck with otterbox. The only thing I don't like about in comparison to the lifeproof is the LP is 6.6ft @ 1hr while the OB is only half an hour and then OB has a built in screen protector. I really hate built in screen protectors.
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I've got a lifeproof nuud and I have no complaints. The first one I bought, I had the sound issues that other people on this forum has had. I replaced it and the call quality was damn near crystal clear. I recently had to get a warranty replacement because my USB port cover broke off, and the new one I have now works perfectly also. Another thing that really stands out is their customer service. I called to see where I could buy additional screen protectors and they sent me 3 for free. This last time I called for a replacement, they sent me a brand new case in the box with really no questions asked. I haven't worked up the balls to put my phone underwater yet because I had a bad experience with a casio g'rock when I tried that. But I'm sure it'll come. I recommend giving the lifeproof nuud case a shot, I doubt you'll be let down. I know I wasnt.
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As much as I like cases I think I'll buy both. I just bought the nuud on amazon for 50 and next day Aired it for like an extra 4 bucks. Stoked about it arriving and once more otters pop up on amazon I'm going to buy one of those as well.
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I've had both. I started with Lifeproof and went through two Frē cases because of the bad audio quality. I then went with the Preserver. I've been through two of those as well. It's an awesome case, but the mesh covers on the speakers tear off within a few days. My second one only lasted a day in tact before getting ripped off just by pulling it out of my pocket. I took the first one back and got a refund from Walmart, and still have the replacement from Ottetbox. I just super glued the mesh back on.
I gave the Lifeproof another shot with the Nüüd case and couldn't be happer. Call quality is great, and no screen protector to get those Newton rings or "rainbows" between the glass and screen protector.
If you go with the Nüüd but want to buy in store, pick it up at Best Buy. They honored Amazons price of $52.99.
Hell I started out paying $100 from Verizon with the water protection plan. After getting screwed around about wanting to return the case because it was defective, I ended up only paying $60 for it. $50 is a he'll of a deal
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i recommend this
Seidio OBEX Waterproof Case for Samsung Galaxy S4
its pretty good.. Light n does its job very well, This beats OB and any other case by FAR!
http://www.amazon.com/Seidio-CSWSSG...io+OBEX+Waterproof+Case+for+Samsung+Galaxy+S4
http://www.seidio.com/obex/
I was about to order the lifeproof nuud and came here just one more to check on reviews and still can't decide between obex or lp heelpp
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The Obex is the only one I haven't tried. I even gave the Incipio Atlas a spin for a week.
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The Obex is the only one I haven't tried. I even gave the Incipio Atlas a spin for a week.
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And what's your opinion on them ?
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manybreak said:
And what's your opinion on them ?
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The Incipio doesn't close properly with the battery cover of the phone on. If you take it off, it closes, but the screen cover doesn't contact the screen properly and loses touch sensitivity. Also, the tempered glass protector has the worst rainbowing effect imo.
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The Incipio doesn't close properly with the battery cover of the phone on. If you take it off, it closes, but the screen cover doesn't contact the screen properly and loses touch sensitivity. Also, the tempered glass protector has the worst rainbowing effect imo.
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Yeah I picked one of those at radioshack 2 days later i went and did an exchange , same issue that the case doesn't close at all ..the worst one , which one you would recommend ?
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manybreak said:
Yeah I picked one of those at radioshack 2 days later i went and did an exchange , same issue that the case doesn't close at all ..the worst one , which one you would recommend ?
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So far the Lifeproof gets my vote as the best for me. I absolutely love the overall design of the Otterbox, but the speakers are a big design issue. If they come up with a fix, it'll be a hit. Out of all of them I've tried, I felt the most protected with that one. Speakers and button response though, hats off to LP.
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So far the Lifeproof gets my vote as the best for me. I absolutely love the overall design of the Otterbox, but the speakers are a big design issue. If they come up with a fix, it'll be a hit. Out of all of them I've tried, I felt the most protected with that one. Speakers and button response though, hats off to LP.
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Alright so lp , nüüd of frë?
The nüüd design its pretty cool , without the front screen protector
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manybreak said:
Alright so lp , nüüd of frë?
The nüüd design its pretty cool , without the front screen protector
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Imo, the Nüüd. I had sound issues with the Frē.
Mr_Jay_jay said:
Seidio OBEX Waterproof Case for Samsung Galaxy S4
its pretty good.. Light n does its job very well, This beats OB and any other case by FAR!
http://www.amazon.com/Seidio-CSWSSG...io+OBEX+Waterproof+Case+for+Samsung+Galaxy+S4
http://www.seidio.com/obex/
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I agree. I love my obex case. Very secure and keeps your device safe. Very waterproof, I literally run my phone under water to clean it. Screen very responsive. Only issue is the capacitive buttons take a getting used to. Require a bit more finger coverage.
About the nuud, I've read countless reviews about people saying it leaks. Totally not cool. Lol. I really suggest the obex case. Had it about a month with no major complaints.
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Oh really ? Mhmm ... I also like how the obex seidio looks....black and redd
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manybreak said:
Oh really ? Mhmm ... I also like how the obex seidio looks....black and redd
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I have the white / grey cause I don't like dark colors on my phone as they absorb sun light and heat up your device. But they are designed very nicely. Only downside is the white rubber seems to absorb the dye from my jeans xD prolly can clean that up with bleach tho.
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Lifeproof build quality for the s4 cases are crap. If I could do it over again I'd probably get that liquipel thing done to my phone and get a cheap case and still come out on top.
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Folio cases?

Hello,
Typically I just use my phones in the nude, but with my oneplus one I did enjoy occasionally using the OEM folio case in orange. I really do like my 6p, but its about the slipperiest thing I own (opo ruined me with that grippy housing) and it feels delicate. Does anyone know of a folio style case that can also reinforce the phones structure(so I can finally stick it in my pocket without worrying about bending)?
This is what I had for my opo
https://oneplus.net/oneplus-one-flip-cover
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I'd be interested in this too, if it isn't too thick.
Google do sell an official folio case BUT I've heard many horror stories about it being far too tight on the phone and extremely difficult to remove, to the point of breaking the phone.
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I'd be interested in this too, if it isn't too thick.
Google do sell an official folio case BUT I've heard many horror stories about it being far too tight on the phone and extremely difficult to remove, to the point of breaking the phone.
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That's what I've been hearing too.
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I got this one and it's great. Been using it for weeks not and not a single issue.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=141866245534&alt=web
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I got this one and it's great. Been using it for weeks not and not a single issue.
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I like that look, does it provide any structural support?
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I like that look, does it provide any structural support?
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what do you mean by that?
it has a snap on back and it has never come off on me... ive dropped it a couple times (on my tile floor, or hardwood) and it has never come off on me
c_86 said:
I got this one and it's great. Been using it for weeks not and not a single issue.
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Does this case have a magnet to keep the flap closed? And does it put the phone to sleep or wake it up?
This is on my short list. I had seen it on Amazon
Unfortunately no to both of those. No magenta to keep it closed ( hate that). And nothing to put it to sleep. Wish it did have that tho. But I mostly care about keeping the screen protected and I hate face grease so lol
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c_86 said:
Unfortunately no to both of those. No magenta to keep it closed ( hate that). And nothing to put it to sleep. Wish it did have that tho. But I mostly care about keeping the screen protected and I hate face grease so lol
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Thanks. No magnet removes it from my list :/
down to:
http://amzn.to/1PdDgTC
or
http://amzn.to/1PdDfz5
I think I'm going with the Valkyrie. Full sides instead of button cutouts
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Thanks. No magnet removes it from my list :/
down to:
http://amzn.to/1PdDgTC
or
http://amzn.to/1PdDfz5
I think I'm going with the Valkyrie. Full sides instead of button cutouts
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The valkyrie does have magnets to keep it closed BUT no magnet for wakeup/sleep function. The phone easily snaps into a tpu case that is sandwiched between a wrap-around cover, like a book, which gives it protection from both sides.
But I ultimately sent the valkyrie back because there are no holes for the front speakers/mics (the mics are in the speaker pits). This means you have to keep the cover opened to talk. And I just learned recently that if you try to be clever and flip the cover to the back, it will cover the rear-mic and that messes up the noise cancellation and makes you sound muffled. So you now have to talk on the phone holding it like an opened book.
I was seriously considering drilling speaker/mic holes and splicing in a magnet into the cover. But then I found this from tetded. It has a magnet for sleep/wakeup and speaker/mic holds. BUT no magnet to keep it closed and the cover doesn't extend to the back so the back is not as protected as the front. It also costs more since it's real leather.
I bought mine directly from the tetded site and it will ship from hong kong. They have other models for the 6p and some even come with a nice clasp to keep the cover closed, but no speaker/mic holes (why!!?)
http://www.tetded.com/home/en/345-nexus-6p-huawei-nexus-6p

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