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Hi everyone,
Post #1!
Some background info about me... I own a company that produces various software and hardware products for the diving industry (dive data trackers, underwater photography optics, marine life ID guides, etc.). As a result, over the years, we have acquired CNC machines and high-resolution 3D printing machines capable of making just about anything we can think of.
Recently, I picked up a Skyrocket (coming from an iPhone... wow, what a difference!), and an Otterbox Defender case for it. The case is robust, but is "just" a case... nothing more. So, over the past week, I drew up some 3D designs for my own case (similar to the Otterbox Defender), and produced it. The case consists of a 2-piece hard shell, screen protector, and a tough/grippy polyurethane rubber sleeve that protects the phone within the hard shell. The rubber sleeve that I made (via custom mold) is black, but I can make them any colour of the rainbow.
The dimensions and general vibe are basically the same as the Otterbox, so I thought to myself "where's the fun in this"? Duplicating designs is simple, but I want to take it to the next level. Here are some of the features that I am toying with:
-The capability to accept a 3800-3900mah extended battery, while still offering the protection of an Otterbox Defender (just ordered a few of these batteries, and will make a design immediately for them, since I'm pretty sure no one else has one on the market)
-A kickstand
-A slot for a credit card, bus pass, work ID, drivers license, or whatever
-A bottle opener
-A slide-out standard USB stick
-A magnifier which swivels over the camera to give better macro photography capability
OK, so some of these features might be a little useless, but I'm trying to come up with the ultimate case.
Attached are renders of the current design (the hard shell only, excluding the polyurethane rubber outer sleeve).
What would make a case ideal for you? Suggestions?
Thanks!
Keri Wilk
ReefNet.ca
Make it waterproof so I can take underwater HD videos while fishing
Wow! A slot for credit cards and ID is such a great idea! Perhaps taking measures to make sure that it's sand-proofed too. Then it would make a great case for taking to the beach or whatever. You have the potential to make alot of money off of this...hahaha.
Make a horizontal belt one that will fit the skyrocket with a siedo active case on it and you will have the market cornered. Even the ones that are out there now and claim to be the right size are not! A silk-like material lining the inside for better protection and extraction would help. Put a strong fastener on it (so it won't open until you want it to) and a finger hole in the botom (again to help with extraction) and it will be good.
ReefNet said:
-The capability to accept a 3800-3900mah extended battery, while still offering the protection of an Otterbox Defender (just ordered a few of these batteries, and will make a design immediately for them, since I'm pretty sure no one else has one on the market)
-A kickstand
-A slide-out standard USB stick
-A magnifier which swivels over the camera to give better macro photography capability
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Produce these and I'm SURE your case will make some bank. Possibly even make different versions to target different groups too? Like, maybe not EVERYONE wants the bottle opener, or maybe not the magnifying glass. Idk. Just thinking some marketing.
Nice.
But I think you should keep it simple. A bulky case isn't necessarily a good case.
I like the idea of a kickstand and a USB stick, though. You know what would be cool? Make the case attach to the usb port and link the usb stick to the phone.
I would like something that you snap onto the a gps suction cup mount that had a flat piece that would just slide into the back of this phone. All you would have to do is slide it on. As long as the grip on the mount was firm enough you could move turn it on its side.
Case and car mount would be a big plus for me. I dont want to buy a cheap car mount or a car dock that I have to take my case off just to it.
iandr0idos said:
Nice.
But I think you should keep it simple. A bulky case isn't necessarily a good case.
I like the idea of a kickstand and a USB stick, though. You know what would be cool? Make the case attach to the usb port and link the usb stick to the phone.
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i agree...something thin but sturdy, a kickstand is great. A magnifying glass would be awesome, for the usb, totally useless since the phone is already a thumbdrive. i would love a case that doesnt make my phone 2x thicker but still gives my drop protection. but the best feature would be a matching dock that would allow me to be connected to my power source and habe an extra jack to have a connection to my laptop...a little like the evo docks for gs2 i9100
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Make a horizontal belt one that will fit the skyrocket with a siedo active case on it and you will have the market cornered.
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I can definitely design a proper belt holder for the Seidio Active Cases, but is there even a market for them??
iandr0idos said:
Nice.
But I think you should keep it simple. A bulky case isn't necessarily a good case.
I like the idea of a kickstand and a USB stick, though. You know what would be cool? Make the case attach to the usb port and link the usb stick to the phone.
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I agree that bulky cases are not the most popular, but the problem is that the small one-piece injection molded cases cost pennies to make when produced in the quantities that they are. so they can be sold for just a few dollars.
The manufacturing process that I'm using not meant for MASS production (my machines can produce around 5-10 cases this size per day), but is capable of producing things that is impossible by injection molding. I feel like the "skimpy" case market has already been saturated.
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I would like something that you snap onto the a gps suction cup mount that had a flat piece that would just slide into the back of this phone. All you would have to do is slide it on. As long as the grip on the mount was firm enough you could move turn it on its side.
Case and car mount would be a big plus for me. I dont want to buy a cheap car mount or a car dock that I have to take my case off just to it.
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Excellent suggestion! Thanks!
polish_pat said:
i agree...something thin but sturdy, a kickstand is great. A magnifying glass would be awesome, for the usb, totally useless since the phone is already a thumbdrive. i would love a case that doesnt make my phone 2x thicker but still gives my drop protection. but the best feature would be a matching dock that would allow me to be connected to my power source and habe an extra jack to have a connection to my laptop...a little like the evo docks for gs2 i9100
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Don't you need a micro-usb/standard usb cable in order to use the phone as a thumbdrive? The idea would be that if you're away from home, you'll always have a universal usb stick with you to toss data onto. Then when you get home and have your cable handy, you can transfer the info to the phone/PC.
As for the dock with a splitter - have you seen the MHL adapters that are available? This cable does basically exactly what you're asking already - it is a micro-usb to HDMI cable, which has a second micro usb slot for connecting the phone's power source. Or am I missing your point? Here's a link to what I'm talking about:
[DOUBLE-U DOUBLE-U DOUBLE-U DOT] tigerdirect.ca/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1499515&CatId=5773
[I can't post links yet since I'm a new user... hopefully you can figure out the link above. Or just do a search for "MHL Adapter Samsung" and you should find several of them available]
Uncle Irish said:
Make it waterproof so I can take underwater HD videos while fishing
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Aside from being a mechanical engineer, I'm actually an underwater photographer/videographer, so trust me, I'd LOVE to do this (and might just make one for myself...). But waterproofing a case would add a fair amount of bulk, and would require o-rings... not to mention that the plastic that I'm using is partially porous, so would let water diffuse through it eventually anyway. Thanks for the suggestion though!
This is all good stuff folks - keep the ideas coming!
Keri
Are you just planning on designing one case or do you plan to offer options.
The Lifecase for the iphone is a waterproof case. It's very thin and ads little to no extra bulk. It's actually thinner than most of the snap together hard cases on the market. It added about the thickness of a nickle to the overall bulk of the phone. Sitting next to an iphone in an otterbox, the waterproof case looked like an actual phone while the otterbox looked like a small black rubber brick.
This case would surely be the ultimate, I must admit!
I know that some people like those kind of cases, but I don't, I like the feel of the phone. I can't stand bulk, I wish more bumper-type cases were made.
I know this has really nothing to do with this phone but would you be willing to make cases for other phones. I'd be really interested if you'd be able to make one for my dhd .
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hey, def exactly looking for what you are making!
however the question for you is this:
what kind of cnc/manufacturing process would you use. The reason i ask is because a great sturdy case with the features you want would need to use different types of material (hard plastic and rubber mainly) fused together. as far as i am aware common cnc machines can only carve out of a single piece/material and then perhaps you can manually put it together...
this manufacturing works great if you want a case entirely made out of hard plastic but i tend to argue that a good protective and grippy case needs a combination of several soft and hard materials.
for example:
the inside would preferable be a hard rubber for shock absorption and grip to the unit itself. Same materials could be used for the edges.
The credit card holder would need ideally one side grippy the other sidy hard/smooth plastic so you can easily slide out the cards but they dont fall out by themselves (my speck iphone 4 case is an excellent example!
i have tried skinnier credit card cases for my iphone 4 but after prolonged use the clip that is supposed to keep the cards in looses its "push" and the cards will start to fall out. (this could be easily fixed by using better polycarbonate materials but would probably quadruple the price.
One of the biggest problems i face personally is the fact that when using a good skin there are no compatible docks yet.
i had the following combo on my iphone 4 and absolutely loved it with the only downside that i had to dremel out some of the case's bottom side to make it fit my car mout and iphone alarm clock.
Speck Products CandyShell Card Case
Magellan Premium Car Kit
Personally i would be willing to pay north of the $100 mark for a good combo like this and i am sure there many people wanting the same thing. given that this is a fairly new product there is still money to be made. my cad/catia experience is limited but maybe ill draw something up and see if you can manufacture it as a prototype.
gl phil
Cad file for case
Hello OP! I was wondering if you ever built a cad model of your case. We have a 3d printer at out facility too and I would love to try out your case design if you don't mind sharing it. I would of course be willing to pay what you see fit. Thanks!
UI would be fibbing if I said I am not totally interested. I would really like an otterbox style commuter case that has a kickstand, a card holder (I would stick my rfid bus pass in it). The rest sounds interesting but I am not sure I would want to add a lot of bulk.
I cannot wait to you a sales link and some good pictures of the final product.
Oh, dear. Kudos on the first case; it looks awesome. I've had my skyrocket for about a month or so now and I can not find a case that I like. The kickstand and credit card holder on the same case would make me pay $50-$100 for it. The only thing I would be worried about is my phone getting scratched up on the inside of the hard case, you should try adding in some sort of material like otter boxes have on the inside. And will you post a couple pics of how it looks on your phone with the outside rubber shell on it so we can get a feel of how it looks on your phone. Thanks and good luck bro.
I would be extremely interested in a case that fit my seidio extended battery with a kickstand and a place to put credit cards I would pay 50-100
TAPD on my Skyrocket using 2.0 beta
I think you design a case for people who still want a really thin phone but with like scratch protection like as thin as possible
I received this case for my Galaxy S6 at an 85% discount in order to provide an honest review. Before I begin, it is important to note that I am not the type of person who would find a wallet case useful. I do not always carry my wallet with me on my person in the first place, and as I am often in the gym, I need a case that can stand up to sweat and dirt. That being said, I am reviewing this case as a wallet case. I'll assume that if you're interested in buying this, you have already made the decision that you are a wallet case kind of person. Finally, note that I did not use this case for more than a couple days. I cannot attest as to its long term durability.
My very first thought upon receiving the product was that it was packaged nicely. My second thought was that the included lanyard, which you need to loop into the case yourself, was extremely annoying. I removed it almost immediately after installing it.
The case has a distinct, leathery smell. The smell also rubs off on your fingers the first few days and can cause some minor alarm until you realize that it's from the case. It otherwise feels and looks premium.
My biggest gripe with the case is that it is not useful to someone with more than a few credit cards. There are 4 slots for cards, and one of the slots has a clear plastic cover, ideal for placing an ID for quick viewing. In my usage I found that each slot couldn't take more than 1 or 2 cards before the case was unable to close and began to warp. In total, if you have more than 6 cards, you're going to have to leave some behind. For me, this meant I could only fit my driver's license, my school ID, two credit cards, and two debit cards. And that's not including cash, which seems like a pain to put in and out.
As far as the phone's functionality goes, the case has a plastic frame that snugly fits around the phone. The buttons are accessible through openings in the case and are easy to press. If you need to take a phone call, it seems like you'd have to fold the wallet portion of the case around the back. Again, I'm not a wallet case person. I imagine this is the case with all similar products.
Overall, it's a nice product for what it's meant to do. My real problem was not being able to carry more than 6 cards. This made the case impractical for me. But if this is the type of case you want, it will do nicely.
EDIT: I added pictures and the Amazon link (http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Artec...ywords=archetype+21+leather+samsung+galaxy+s6)
Sauveur said:
I received this case for my Galaxy S6 at an 85% discount in order to provide an honest review. Before I begin, it is important to note that I am not the type of person who would find a wallet case useful. I do not always carry my wallet with me on my person in the first place, and as I am often in the gym, I need a case that can stand up to sweat and dirt. That being said, I am reviewing this case as a wallet case. I'll assume that if you're interested in buying this, you have already made the decision that you are a wallet case kind of person. Finally, note that I did not use this case for more than a couple days. I cannot attest as to its long term durability.
My very first thought upon receiving the product was that it was packaged nicely. My second thought was that the included lanyard, which you need to loop into the case yourself, was extremely annoying. I removed it almost immediately after installing it.
The case has a distinct, leathery smell. The smell also rubs off on your fingers the first few days and can cause some minor alarm until you realize that it's from the case. It otherwise feels and looks premium.
My biggest gripe with the case is that it is not useful to someone with more than a few credit cards. There are 4 slots for cards, and one of the slots has a clear plastic cover, ideal for placing an ID for quick viewing. In my usage I found that each slot couldn't take more than 1 or 2 cards before the case was unable to close and began to warp. In total, if you have more than 6 cards, you're going to have to leave some behind. For me, this meant I could only fit my driver's license, my school ID, two credit cards, and two debit cards. And that's not including cash, which seems like a pain to put in and out.
As far as the phone's functionality goes, the case has a plastic frame that snugly fits around the phone. The buttons are accessible through openings in the case and are easy to press. If you need to take a phone call, it seems like you'd have to fold the wallet portion of the case around the back. Again, I'm not a wallet case person. I imagine this is the case with all similar products.
Overall, it's a nice product for what it's meant to do. My real problem was not being able to carry more than 6 cards. This made the case impractical for me. But if this is the type of case you want, it will do nicely.
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If you do not like that kind of case , you should give the opportunity to other who might use it for real
We are really down for this
Artech21-Offical said:
If you do not like that kind of case , you should give the opportunity to other who might use it for real
We are really down for this
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Well I certainly like the case enough to keep it. I will probably use it while I am traveling, so I can consolidate cards and phone into one case, and since I will be traveling internationally I won't need some of my debit cards.
If you guys decide to make a simple case like the apple one for the 6/6+ I would love to try out something like that.
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Pure+ said:
If you guys decide to make a simple case like the apple one for the 6/6+ I would love to try out something like that.
Sent from My Samsung Galaxy S6 "Pure" Black
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well , folio case has its own advantage when you go vocation
carolineOHIO said:
well , folio case has its own advantage when you go vocation
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we are planning to make apple style one
Give me a hint then
carolineOHIO said:
Give me a hint then
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there are some members in this forum want to make that kind case you wanted .
How is the case now ?
I think 6 cards are over the limit of this case ,sorry for that anyway
Can someone recommend a bike mount compatible note 4, preferably under 20$ ?
I bought this one from Ebay, but the phone fell twice. The mount itself is very sturdy, but phone grip is poor. Fortunately the phone was inside Samsung protective case, so no harm done.
Many bike mounts are not big enough for large phones like note 4, so looking for suggestion if anybody is using a good quality one, which can hold the phone securely even on bumpy roads.
I've been looking for one too, and there are options on Amazon, but I'm considering just fab-ing my own with some metal I've got lying around.
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I've been looking for one too, and there are options on Amazon, but I'm considering just fab-ing my own with some metal I've got lying around.
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Seidio:
http://www.seidioonline.com/hl4-holster-bike-mount-p/mb1-hl4.htm
But you'd have to be using one of their case/holster combinations, or get the holster for the caseless Note 4:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-4-spring-clip-holster-black-p/hlssgt4as.htm
and assuming you'd want the phone 'face out' you'd need to check that it can be secured in the holster that way round, as I believe these are designed for 'face in' usage.
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Seidio:
http://www.seidioonline.com/hl4-holster-bike-mount-p/mb1-hl4.htm
But you'd have to be using one of their case/holster combinations, or get the holster for the caseless Note 4:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-4-spring-clip-holster-black-p/hlssgt4as.htm
and assuming you'd want the phone 'face out' you'd need to check that it can be secured in the holster that way round, as I believe these are designed for 'face in' usage.
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Seidio is pure garbage. I had their Convert case w/ belt clip holster and the holster detached from the belt clip at the slightest pressure falling to the ground. Seidio Customer Service stated it was due to the size of the N4, funny I have no such problems w/ my Otterbox Defender. The Convert case itself is pure garbage too, the rubber outercover that goes over the Surface case is designed so poorly designed every time you use the fingerprint scanner it moves off the lip of the phone & the composition of the way too soft rubber is a dirt/lint magnet.
As far as buying anything from Seidio's online store read the thread I started about it. Worst experience I've ever had by far purchasing anything online. I paid for the freight to send back my Convert Add On Kit & Seidio refunded zero so now I have to initiate a chargeback w/ the bank that issued the credit card used to pay for it. And that was after I jumped through all the hoops they require to return something and after they issued an RMA.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/accessories/dont-want-to-buy-seidios-webstore-t3036913
Seidio has pure garbage products & the worst imaginable customer treatment and hassle to try to return something.
I used this Arkon Mega Grip in my car for several years/phones (incl. N4) and they make a bike mount for it. I can't vouch for the bike mount but I can say the spring loaded Mega Grip arms do hold the phone securely & I would think the elastic bungee would make certain the phone stays on the mount. It will be cheaper on Amazon.
http://www.arkon.com/megagrip/megagrip-bike-mount.html
I use one of these on my motorcycle
http://www.slipgripcarmounts.com/
I have always used the German made Herbert Richter brand of car holders. They are well made and last forever though I have never used their bike mount
After trying couple of them from from Ebay, I decided to make one of my own using some plastic and parts salvaged from the ebay ones.
It looks a bit ugly but does its job.
suhridkhan said:
After trying couple of them from from Ebay, I decided to make one of my own using some plastic and parts salvaged from the ebay ones.
It looks a bit ugly but does its job.
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Lol. Worlds first ever Bike Phaser! Hope its set to stun!!!
Seriously though that is awesome job dude. I'm thinking of making my own as well because all the other ones just don't look that safe to me for mountain biking.
Jammol said:
Lol. Worlds first ever Bike Phaser! Hope its set to stun!!!
Seriously though that is awesome job dude. I'm thinking of making my own as well because all the other ones just don't look that safe to me for mountain biking.
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I didn't see it that way before, but now that you mentioned, it looks a lot something like that.
I feel a lot safer biking with this one. I dropped my phone twice with other commercial mounts.
although they have been sold out for a while, this one from amazon works really well. i've fallen off my road bike 3 times and it held up 100%. the case is easily detachable. and touch screen works well with the clear cover.
the only thing i wish it did, was to have a slot for the light sensor so that i can answer phone calls on speakerphone and not have the screen always go black. besides that, it's great.
I use this one:
http://www.amazon.com/GreatShield-Clip-Grip-Handlebar-BlackBerry-Smartphones/dp/B00FA892IS/
Don't ride a very rough route to work but have not had my phone fall out. I also have just a flip case on the phone.
Slip Grip is the best, I have used them since my Droid Incredible days. They are custom molded to each phone and each case available for it. If the case is not listed email them and they will let you know which one has the precise dimensions to fit like a glove.
Slip Grip Galaxy Note 4
Note: I am paranoid and still use a bit of velcro to double secure the phone when mountain biking.
Here is a pic of my setup
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I'm still looking for a better option
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although they have been sold out for a while, this one from amazon works really well. i've fallen off my road bike 3 times and it held up 100%. the case is easily detachable. and touch screen works well with the clear cover.
the only thing i wish it did, was to have a slot for the light sensor so that i can answer phone calls on speakerphone and not have the screen always go black. besides that, it's great.
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I use my note with the samsung original protective cover http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-Protective-Cover/dp/B00NP3K8Y2 and I'm looking for a better option than the ones I have (see below). The Ibera case seems large enough, but its still sold out and I can´t find in any of the amazon European locations - but it does seem like a very good option.
I have something like this, which works well, but ist as little on the tight side.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bicycle-Fro...amsung-/201295830059?var=&hash=item2ede2a9c2b
and recently bought this, but this case is tighter than the pannier bag, so I'll be selling it
http://www.ebay.com/itm/360-Waterpr...Phones-/181813369752?var=&hash=item2a54ebdb98
I use the topeak 6" drybag
http://www.topeak.com/products/bags/smartphone_drybag_6in_bk
Fully waterproof, allows use of the screen, power button and home button. Also allows me to keep my phone in the Spigen slim armour case inside the drybag. There are several fixing types available, I've got mine strapped to the stem with the fixing which came with the bag.
Been looking for similar products. Thanks for these product ideas!
I think there used to be a thread on this, but I can't find it anymore. Here's my question:
I'm looking for a thin leather case for my S6. Not so much a wallet style case, sleeve, or one with a closure, just a protector for the back and sides of the device. My experience with PU or low-grade leather (<$20) isn't great, so I'm fine spending a little more money (>$50).
Ideally, it would be brown and available in the US. The options I've seen so far don't fit in with the color, price, or domestic availability. Any suggestions? If you're going to suggest these, I've already looked at them and they are a bust:
I'm an XDA noob, so I'm prevented from posting links, but I've looked at cases from Stilgut (can't order from Amazon US and potential returns to DE seem difficult), Sena (no back-only case for the S6), Vaja (not making a case for the S6), and Montblanc (if I'm gonna spend $110, I need one that is perfect, i.e., brown). None fit the bill.
Again, apologies if this is a duplicate thread. Any help/suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
P.S. As an aside, I'd consider a wooden case, but none of those (Carved, Toast, etc.) seem to be what I'm looking for either.
I'm interested in this as well.
The official Apple leather case for the iPhone is perfection for what I want. Unfortunately, that's one area that Samsung doesn't seem willing to take design queues from. I wouldn't mind paying 40/50 bucks if its THE only case id want/need.
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I'm interested in this as well.
The official Apple leather case for the iPhone is perfection for what I want. Unfortunately, that's one area that Samsung doesn't seem willing to take design queues from. I wouldn't mind paying 40/50 bucks if its THE only case id want/need.
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Currently choosing between Galaxy S6 and iPhone 6. As silly as it might sound, a good leather (shell) case is one of my highest priorities.
I broke 3 iPhone 5's until I put the official leather case on it (I always disliked plasticky cases).
It added more grip, and just enough protection from average falls.
Ridiculous really. Choosing a $1000 piece of tech based on a $50 accessory. But that's just how it is.
Hopefully someone knows of something.
They haven't announced the S6 case yet but I have always been happy with with Vajacases - if you are willing to drop some extra cash. Here's one of the options for the S5: http://www.vajacases.com/galaxy-s5-leather-cases/premium-leather-grip
Edit: I see you mentioned Vaja is not making an S6 case. What is your source? It usually takes them a few months before the new models are ready.
There actually was a thread on this subject until recently, but when trying to find it now, I just realized it has inexplicably been deleted. Had a few good examples in it, but they're obviously not reachable now. I'll post the link here below in case the thread turns up again.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/accessories/simple-leather-wallet-case-t3095597/
sankyou said:
They haven't announced the S6 case yet but I have always been happy with with Vajacases - if you are willing to drop some extra cash. Here's one of the options for the S5: {link removed because I'm new and can't have links in any of my posts}
Edit: I see you mentioned Vaja is not making an S6 case. What is your source? It usually takes them a few months before the new models are ready.
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I contacted Vaja through their website back in April and they told me that it was under development. When I checked in last week, they said that a case for the S6 "is not currently being planned for production. We planned to develop a line in the past but I am afraid right now the project has been cancelled."
Whether that means it may show up later, who knows, but for now we're out of luck. Boo.
Yeah, no clue either why the other thread disappeared. It led me to a couple of versions of Apple-esque leather Galaxy S6 cases on eBay.
This one without a plastic fill in the camera/HRM cutout is the one that I already bought in dark blue for my black S6. In short:
Top and bottom are left uncovered
Fit is pretty good, no looseness anywhere really
The power + volume down buttons are both properly clicky
The volume up is pretty mushy, but not too bad
No interference with headphone jack or bottom USB port
The width of the case means that the camera module no longer touches the surface when laid on its back
It does NOT, however, appear to have any lift on the front so your screen will touch the surface when laid facedown
The last item was probably so that swiping in from the edge of the screen is still quite comfortable
Overall I'm pleased enough with the quality and feel of the PU leather cases that I might end up also trying out this slightly different version with plastic fill for the camera/HRM cutout . I'm not sure if it's unclear photos but it looks like this version has full coverage around at least the top of the bottom?
Anyhow, the one that I have feels a lot like the Apple Leather case I've tried out on iPhone 6, which is exactly what I was looking for.
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Yeah, no clue either why the other thread disappeared. It led me to a couple of versions of Apple-esque leather Galaxy S6 cases on eBay.
This one without a plastic fill in the camera/HRM cutout is the one that I already bought in dark blue for my black S6. In short:
Top and bottom are left uncovered
Fit is pretty good, no looseness anywhere really
The power + volume down buttons are both properly clicky
The volume up is pretty mushy, but not too bad
No interference with headphone jack or bottom USB port
The width of the case means that the camera module no longer touches the surface when laid on its back
It does NOT, however, appear to have any lift on the front so your screen will touch the surface when laid facedown
The last item was probably so that swiping in from the edge of the screen is still quite comfortable
Overall I'm pleased enough with the quality and feel of the PU leather cases that I might end up also trying out this slightly different version with plastic fill for the camera/HRM cutout . I'm not sure if it's unclear photos but it looks like this version has full coverage around at least the top of the bottom?
Anyhow, the one that I have feels a lot like the Apple Leather case I've tried out on iPhone 6, which is exactly what I was looking for.
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Wow, thank you so much. The "more expensive one" is exactly what I am looking for. No cutouts on the side or anything. Looks perfect. Out of curiosity, how long did shipping take? I have the worst luck with that kind of thing, and it looks like it ships out of China.
Also, since you have the dark blue/black S6, can you throw up a few images for me?
I just ordered one of each... hopefully they arrive before S7....
Looks like one of these would work. Thanks for the tip.
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Wow, thank you so much. The "more expensive one" is exactly what I am looking for. No cutouts on the side or anything. Looks perfect. Out of curiosity, how long did shipping take? I have the worst luck with that kind of thing, and it looks like it ships out of China.
Also, since you have the dark blue/black S6, can you throw up a few images for me?
I just ordered one of each... hopefully they arrive before S7....
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Yeah, the buttons on the second cases I linked in my post look like they'll have better buttons. On mine it's like... slits on each end of the button section.
Shipping was surprisingly fast for me. I think I wanted like... just under two weeks? I was quoted a shipment time like 30+ days from purchase (which is insane), so I was pleasantly surprised when it showed up in normal China --> US shipment time.
If I can get a few minutes to myself at home tonight I'll try and snap a few choice pics of the dark blue on my black S6.
Though it's not without its tradeoffs, I think you'll be more than pleased with your order
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Yeah, the buttons on the second cases I linked in my post look like they'll have better buttons. On mine it's like... slits on each end of the button section.
Shipping was surprisingly fast for me. I think I wanted like... just under two weeks? I was quoted a shipment time like 30+ days from purchase (which is insane), so I was pleasantly surprised when it showed up in normal China --> US shipment time.
If I can get a few minutes to myself at home tonight I'll try and snap a few choice pics of the dark blue on my black S6.
Though it's not without its tradeoffs, I think you'll be more than pleased with your order
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Awesome man - thanks for the info!
Much appreciated on the pics!
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I think there used to be a thread on this, but I can't find it anymore. Here's my question:
I'm looking for a thin leather case for my S6. Not so much a wallet style case, sleeve, or one with a closure, just a protector for the back and sides of the device. My experience with PU or low-grade leather (<$20) isn't great, so I'm fine spending a little more money (>$50).
Ideally, it would be brown and available in the US. The options I've seen so far don't fit in with the color, price, or domestic availability. Any suggestions? If you're going to suggest these, I've already looked at them and they are a bust:
I'm an XDA noob, so I'm prevented from posting links, but I've looked at cases from Stilgut (can't order from Amazon US and potential returns to DE seem difficult), Sena (no back-only case for the S6), Vaja (not making a case for the S6), and Montblanc (if I'm gonna spend $110, I need one that is perfect, i.e., brown). None fit the bill.
Again, apologies if this is a duplicate thread. Any help/suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
P.S. As an aside, I'd consider a wooden case, but none of those (Carved, Toast, etc.) seem to be what I'm looking for either.
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I'm interested in this as well.
The official Apple leather case for the iPhone is perfection for what I want. Unfortunately, that's one area that Samsung doesn't seem willing to take design queues from. I wouldn't mind paying 40/50 bucks if its THE only case id want/need.
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I found a high end solution for you guys as well. Reviews on Bouletta from the Sony forums talk about them being some of the highest quality leather cases on the market.
BLACK: http://www.bouletta.com/index.php?i...xy_s6_ultimate_jacket_other_models-uj_rbt1_s6
BROWN: http://www.bouletta.com/index.php?i...xy_s6_ultimate_jacket_other_models-uj_rbt5_s6
Looks nice, but having the cut outs on the side just make it feel cheap to me...Even if it's of the highest quality
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Looks nice, but having the cut outs on the side just make it feel cheap to me...Even if it's of the highest quality
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I know exactly what you mean. Originally I wanted an Xperia Z3, but there are literally no cases available without massive side cut-outs. The Z3 one is borderline ridiculous: http://www.bouletta.com/index.php?id_product=103&controller=product
The Galaxy S6 one isn't too bad. Not as good as the standard Apple one though unfortunately =\
I have the second case linked from ebay earlier. It is nowhere near leather feeling. I would say it feels more like a smoothed out velvet than anything. Also, the case does not really offer any protection for the front. It might stick out 1mm past the screen. Overall it is an okay case for the price, but if anyone wants a "leather" feel to a case, this is not the one for you. The buttons are not that great either. You lose most of the tactility from the keys with the case. I imagine over time they will break in and feel better, but after a week of use it doesn't feel great, but doesn't feel as bad as it did at first.
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I found a high end solution for you guys as well. Reviews on Bouletta from the Sony forums talk about them being some of the highest quality leather cases on the market.
BLACK: no links for me
BROWN: no links for me
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Am I missing something? I can't seem to find a price/how to buy? Is it a non-US site?. Also, the brown case looks grayish, no? (I'm legit color blind though, so that could just be my broken eyes)
Hey that bouletta case looks really nice. However, is the thickness of the back of the case enough so that the camera doesn't touch the surface the phone is placed on? I've seen many posts of people saying how they cracked the camera lenses after just putting the s6 on its back like on a table or something similar.
Thanks
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Am I missing something? I can't seem to find a price/how to buy? Is it a non-US site?. Also, the brown case looks grayish, no? (I'm legit color blind though, so that could just be my broken eyes)
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You're right. I've sent them an email to find out.
ARRIVED!!
This one came in today : http://www.ebay.com/itm/Luxury-Orig...Domain_0&var=570673785727&hash=item3f4af29e66
Gotta say... i'm insanely impressed. I can't imagine getting much closer to the official Apple Leather case than this. Sure, there is virtually no drop protection, but that's not what I'm into. Just need to keep it scratch free and get that camera bump evened out. I have attached some pics.
Biggest problem for most people will be lack of lip around the screen. It's pretty much flush with the aluminum on the device. I actually prefer that since I never ever place my device face down... so i'm able to still feel the slight curve to the glass.
The buttons are a little stiff right now - but I'm going to chalk that up to material. It'd be awesome if they wear in over time, but not a big deal if they don't. I'm thrilled with this thing for 8 bucks... could easily sell for 30 in US retail stores.
I also got the 5 dollar version and it's not nearly as nice. That two dollars makes all the difference in the world apparently.
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This one came in today : http://www.ebay.com/itm/Luxury-Orig...Domain_0&var=570673785727&hash=item3f4af29e66
Gotta say... i'm insanely impressed. I can't imagine getting much closer to the official Apple Leather case than this. Sure, there is virtually no drop protection, but that's not what I'm into. Just need to keep it scratch free and get that camera bump evened out. I have attached some pics.
Biggest problem for most people will be lack of lip around the screen. It's pretty much flush with the aluminum on the device. I actually prefer that since I never ever place my device face down... so i'm able to still feel the slight curve to the glass.
The buttons are a little stiff right now - but I'm going to chalk that up to material. It'd be awesome if they wear in over time, but not a big deal if they don't. I'm thrilled with this thing for 8 bucks... could easily sell for 30 in US retail stores.
I also got the 5 dollar version and it's not nearly as nice. That two dollars makes all the difference in the world apparently.
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Thanks for the pictures. It looks to be a little off around the bottom of the phone. Is it just the angle of the picture or is that the case?
I had purchased something like this for an iPhone 6 plus that I had and it just slightly didn't fit the phone. The cut out for the camera was off were it wouldn't sit flush with the back of the phone. I ended up just biting the bullet and paying the 50 odd bucks for the apple one. It would be nice if there was a decent quality real leather option, even if the price was higher. I guess we'll just have to wait and see. Again thanks for the picture.
I see a lot of people deciding on what case to buy for the S6 Edge+ and for the most part the discussion is about cases not made by Samsung. I just thought I would start a thread to discuss OEM cases and share my experiences.
This is a beautiful phone and I love to show it off, but I am not going to be able to admire it or let others do so, if it's completely wrapped up in one of the many third party (and often ugly) cases. I am not saying there aren't decent case makers out there but they just change the whole look of the phone in a bad way.
I am aware that Samsung's own cases don't offer the same rugged all encompassing protection as some of the others and if you are using your phone in an environment that puts it great risk of damage then those cases are a better option. I am talking about every day use for which the Samsung ones are perfectly good enough.
So, I have always bought a Samsung case for my Samsung phones and tablets, because they are great quality, they are a perfect fit, offer additional functions and above all they don't spoil the look of the phone. I can also say that they are likely to last a lot longer. I have sold 'used' cases on eBay that are as much as a year old, because they still look as good as new! Sure they cost more (though do shop around) but I think they are worth it.
For the S6 Edge+ I have bought 3 cases. Yes... hear me out!
The GLOSSY Cover
It snaps on to the rear of the phone, protecting the back and corners. It has colour matched corners and doesn't add any bulk to the phone.
This is my every day INDOOR case. I can rest the phone down without worrying about damage to the rear and I can handle the phone easily.
The S-VIEW Cover
Snaps easily on, protects the screen, the rear and the corners. Also as a smart cover it allows you to see vital notifications like text alerts without opening the cover. You can even receive or reject calls. It unlocks the phone if security is set to swipe or none. You can take photo's either by using a camera view through the cover itself, or you can fold it right back and use the standard camera view. It is a very slim case and again does not add bulk and allows the phone's design to still be appreciated.
This is pretty much my every day case and it looks great. I have a gold phone but bought the Black/Blue case, it gives the phone a very classy look.
The FLIP Wallet cover
As above but no screen functions. You can still talk on the phone with the cover closed and it does have a slot inside for a credit card.
Obviously I didn't need to buy this case but this is useful for when you are going out in the evening and just need the phone and a payment card. I got this at a very cheap price so I am happy to own all three!
So if you are looking for a quality case that doesn't add bulk and weight, designed to work perfectly with the phone with added functions and are not using the phone in a hazardous environment then I think you won't be disappointed with these.
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I'm the same way, I veered away from using cases as much as possible with the Note 4, you buy this expensive premium phone and then wrap it in a clunky plastic case. The s6 edge + is just beautiful, upon buying I picked up a Ringke slim case, looks nice and adds almost no extra bulk, but just takes away what made me love the phone ... the look.
but I've always bought the sview cases with each note purchase, like you said, they are made well, fit perfect and look great. So I grabbed me an Sview wallet (very elegant and classy looking) and I'm actually waiting as we speak for the Mailman to drop it off from amazon ... I figure it's not a case I'll keep on all the time, just something for a night out. Think I'm gonna grab the official clear case or grab the official case from mobile fun that looks like the clear case, but the back isn't clear, you can match the phone, that's the best way to show off the phones look while keeping it protected I think.
Either way I find myself taking my current case off at the office or home as much as I can and just holding that cool metal hardware in my hand lol, this is def a phone that needs a case, but it almost hurts to cover it up.
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I'm the same way, I veered away from using cases as much as possible with the Note 4, you buy this expensive premium phone and then wrap it in a clunky plastic case. The s6 edge + is just beautiful, upon buying I picked up a Ringke slim case, looks nice and adds almost no extra bulk, but just takes away what made me love the phone ... the look.
but I've always bought the sview cases with each note purchase, like you said, they are made well, fit perfect and look great. So I grabbed me an Sview wallet (very elegant and classy looking) and I'm actually waiting as we speak for the Mailman to drop it off from amazon ... I figure it's not a case I'll keep on all the time, just something for a night out. Think I'm gonna grab the official clear case or grab the official case from mobile fun that looks like the clear case, but the back isn't clear, you can match the phone, that's the best way to show off the phones look while keeping it protected I think.
Either way I find myself taking my current case off at the office or home as much as I can and just holding that cool metal hardware in my hand lol, this is def a phone that needs a case, but it almost hurts to cover it up.
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Couldn't agree more, surprised to see I'm not the only one that looks forward to pulling the case off every "safe" chance I get!
Just got it in about 30 mins ago. Love it!
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Just got it in about 30 mins ago. Love it!
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We're did you order that from?
Dmac1984 said:
Just got it in about 30 mins ago. Love it!
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What colour is your phone? I have a Platinum Gold and bought the black/blue wallet and s-view cases for it. The combination of the two colours is very classy!
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We're did you order that from?
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Ditto. I see them all day on the cheap for the edge but cant find a good deal for edge plus. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
I got the Black/Blue phone, the wallet case is premium.
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I got mine on Amazon as a prime member, same with my S6 edge plus clear back case, which is my daily driver.
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At this point I honestly think if your buying Samsung phones and the type that uses cases that you're doing yourself and injustice if they aren't Official Samsung cases, I've owned every Note up until the 5th (could resist the S6 Edge+ Beauty) my first ever tablet purchase was a Note 10.1 2014 Edition, Every Gear model, my wife is also a Samsung loyal, S3, S4, S5, Note 4 (currently and waiting for her upgrade to the S6 Edge +) the Note 10.1, the original Gear SmartWatch ... blah blah blah. But I dint see the value in buying an expensive Samsung case until around the Note 3, Got my first s-view and was like "wow!" the phone looked better with the case on it then off of it, and since they haven't let me down. This is how Samsung wants their devices to look and be seen, they spend a lot time and effort to make sure their brand and phone is represented to top quality.
I just recently grabbed my wife a Samsung Tab A 8" and decided I'd like to grab myself an 8" tablet as well, so I got myself an S2 8" .... love it! And keep my Note 10.1 2014 Edition on back up for when I need to bang out a rough sketch for a client. But upon getting the tablet I purchased a portfolio case off amazon for $10 it was a nice case and did the job, but I just turned this sleek incredibly thing light beautiful feeling tablet into a thick bulky brick and killed the whole attractions to it, so after a few days of constantly taking it out of the case to use it so I could feel how nice it was I decided to grab an official Samsung case for it, unbelievable difference! It keeps it so thin and just feels so solid and premium, it feels like a little book or something and the magnetic functionality of it works awesome, all within a slim good looking case, the $60 add on to the already $400 purchase was totally worth it and actually feels like the product isn't complete without the case.
Same with my S6 Edge +, I have the clear back case, which is minimalist but for what it is is very protective to the phone and looks good and compliments the already beautiful phone unlike most cases that hide or ugly a phone up, the wallet case is just a classy, functional, good looking case, like a statement pi3ce. So yeah people complain that their cases are expensive but if you care about the look of your tech as much as the tech itself it's money well spent.
Lol at least this is all my opinion.
The clear view cover is fairly minimalist, but has reduced functionality over the windowed samsung flip case. It has the side bonus of finding a way to scratch your screen as many users have reported.
I generally don't love flip cases as the flipped portion is always in the way, but I gave it a try.
Nope! As scratches started to appear here and there I know I did not cause - it came off asap.
Asmodeus6 said:
The clear view cover is fairly minimalist, but has reduced functionality over the windowed samsung flip case. It has the side bonus of finding a way to scratch your screen as many users have reported.
I generally don't love flip cases as the flipped portion is always in the way, but I gave it a try.
Nope! As scratches started to appear here and there I know I did not cause - it came off asap.
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This is bizarre. I have been using both flip cases for several months now and trust me I have looked very hard but don't see any scratches whatsoever.
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This is bizarre. I have been using both flip cases for several months now and trust me I have looked very hard but don't see any scratches whatsoever.
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I think the problem is with the clear view case scratching the side of the screen, not the wallet cases.
I had the clear view case for my Edge before I gave it for the plus, and indeed it scratched my screen, and not on the edges but in the middle..Small but visible, I'm 100% sure it was made from the case.. At first I was wondering when and how did this happened since I was very careful with it! Then I learned about the issue and it all made sense..
This is the only cover case I'm willing to put to cover this beauty, but I'm afraid to purchase it again for the plus model I have now, because of this issue I had.. Many say the issue has been fixed since Sammy was aware of it from the smaller model (despite not admitting it), but then again some people are still reporting of scratches with this model too!
So at least for now I'm keeping it with the clear gold case from Sammy to protect the back of the phone, till I find a respectable sapphire glass