Best Samsung Galaxy S4 Cover - Protective Cover - REAL REVIEW - 720p @60fpsIn this review I did an unboxing, and explained why Samsung's Protective Cover is better than Spigen's Neo Hybrid Case. Before I got this case, I thought that Spigen's Neo Hybrid was best, but after less than 1 year of usage the side cover of Neo Hybrid broke up. There were also some other problems with the Neo Hybrid case which I showed in this REAL REVIEW.
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I used this case in my device but I like more the Otterbox cases in terms of durability, The Spigen is easier to put on and take of but the Otterbox are made for tougher life. I use my device to do sports and I must use a case that is hard enough and not too bold to fit in my pocket.
I like this cover a lot. It has many adventages. It fits perfectly meaning buttons corners. It has cutouts in perfect places and with right shape. The back is made of tpu harder plastic which makes it quite tesistant to drops and hits. Tje sides are made of silicone which makes it nice in touch. Only thing problematic is that the back could be more sticky to avoid sliding outta hand. The rear cutouts for camera and speaker have small raise ups to help avoid scratches on camera glass and provide the possibility to jear spealer when the phone is on its back on desk or something. The front has like 1mm stick out part ariund screen which saves hits on tje gorilla glass when you put it upside down. The cutout on back for camera has a wall of material between it and led flashlight to male it more stable and avoid bigger rocks or dirt to get to camera glass. It looks lile it
I purchased the Spigen Slim Armor View good case. but.. the sview door broke in two months
Im a big fan of the www.lowprocases.com samsung s4 case. Its slim and make my phone look bad ass. Easily get asked what phone I have. http://static1.squarespace.com/stat...e12/1425585170209/samsungs4b.jpg?format=1000w
I had this case for my old Note 2. Great case, but I don't think the TPU edges offer enough protection from drops. I rock the UAG or Speck Candyshell. Amazon has it the green one for $3.50.
Pknockle, no one cares about your sh!tty cases.
i bought one of those before but it was a very tight fit, and when I put on my wireless receiver, it made it really tight and the buttons did not align. I use a simple roocase bumper case and a UAG case now. Both work with the wireless receiver .
hi, I wanted the armor Spigen slim but given the feedback, too fragile
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hi, I wanted the armor Spigen slim but given the feedback, too fragile
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I have one and I haven't had any problems with it. I do notice some lines in the plastic forming near the bottom of the buttons where I can see it breaking eventually. That's only because I take it off to switch batteries a couple of times a week. The case gives the phone a very solid sturdy feel and the rubber absorbs impacts very well. I've dropped it a few times and you can hear that the impact was absorbed.
Otterbox Defender
I used Otterbox Defender for the past 2 years, got it after a week of using the flip case that i hated. Its very durable but its not with flaws, after 2 years (i have no complaints or regrets), the screen protector / plastic is too scratched i just pull it off (im using a tempered glass anyway so no problem.. The rubber jack covers and port covers gives way as well.. and recently the side rubber also rotted more and more but it looked like Rick Grimes in Walking Dead, old and seasoned... haha.. it survived heavy usage as i practically bring my phone everywhere lol and my S4 practically looked brand new because of my Otterbox.. i would really recommend Otterbox if you're looking for heavy duty cover and if you dont mind the bulky appearance.
I have this case too. Bought a Spigen thinking it'd be better but it just added unnecessary bulk and didn't feel as good.
nice case
I use Spigen cases
still prefer bumper cover.. this case makes the phone bulkier..
thanks:good:
I personally think the Speck candyshell grip is the best case for any phone out there. You can't beat it. Great aesthetics, amazing grip, very slim/light, and fits perfectly on the phone, and not to mention, a very tight fight for the phone, giving you a ton of confidence that the case won't come flying off if you drop it.
And shout out to the body glove tactic case for the s4. The only other case that comes close to the Speck grip case, and on certain days, prefer it over the candyshell. Never thought I'd find a case as good as the Speck grip case.
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I have a new candidate for best case for this phone. Body glove tactic. Less grip than the Speck, but still gives a good amount of grip, and what I love about this case is how slim it is when holding the phone. Feels almost as slim as a naked Galaxy s4 (not quite, but as close as you can get with the amount of protection you get with this case), and not as wide feeling like the spigen slim armor, or the Speck. The specks not even wide feeling, it's just that this case is so lean.
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hi, I wanted the armor Spigen slim but given the feedback, too fragile
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Nice case to look at, and very protective, but too wide, and doesn't have any grip.
If you want an all around great case, go for the speck candyshell grip, or the body glove tactic. Me personally, I'm done using cases. I'm not gonna sell or trade my phone at this point, so really don't care anymore if it gets a few scratches here and there. I'm still using a screen protector though, because the screen is the most important thing on the phone. Besides, I'm really careful with my phone, and probably dropped maybe 2-3x in the entire 4 years if owning this phone.
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Rearth sent over to my offices the next line of slim cases for the Inspire 4G (other phones available from their online store at Rearth USA | Go ahead, judge us by the cover!), the Ringke Slim Case.
Just looking at the case gave me some doubts that this was just another ordinary eBay knock off. I was pretty wrong about that. The Rearth slim case is made of high end silicone that hugs your phone like nothing else.
Even the design and cut outs are made to be spot on. Not being intrusive to the design of the HTC Inspire 4G, the case is warm and welcoming.
The high end silicone is something to be desired. It allows for great grip around the phone entirely and fits it like a glove. If anything was to come close to this case as far as slim, it would be the Otterbox's. Nothing against the OB cases, but this is something better for those who don't like carrying around too much bulk.
For the money, it runs for $16.99. The Rearth Ringke slim case is well made and not bad for the price. Definitely a worth buy if your looking for quality, price and a nice slim cover for your phone.
Below are some images of how it compares in size to the OB Defender case.
I'm waiting for Rearth to send me their silicon case for review.
I'm currently using the Otterbox Commuter and Body Glove case so I'm interested in seeing how Rearth stacks up to those 2.
How's it affect GPS?
maybe your gps chip is bad?
How does it protect the camera?
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maybe your gps chip is bad?
How does it protect the camera?
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Gps works great without a case. Put on the tpu case and accuracy will go from 15 feet to 30 feet instantly, outside. Inside, will go from 30 feet to 200 feet .
It definitely doesn't like some cases.
i have a tpu and a snap on and it does not affect gps
Didn't want to make a separate thread so here goes ....
Just received my aqua black Ringke case from RearthUSA. Right off the bat I’m surprisingly pleased at the build quality. It’s perfect fitting in every sense of the word, a high quality silicon that feels very durable with a nice grip finish that gives you the added comfort that it won’t slip out of your hand that easily. The cut outs are precise and the extra lip around the camera lens provides added protection. This is arguably one of the best silicone cases I’ve ever used.
With all that said though, I personally am not a fan of silicon cases because of the overall flimsiness. While it does provide a nice snug fit, the sides are too easy to peel back which allows for all types of debris to accumulate and I’m also weary of how much protection it'll provide in case of a drop. Overall I’d have to give it a B+, not because of the quality, but because silicone is limited in how much protection it can provide.
If you’re a fan of silicone cases, this is definitely the Cabernet Sauvignon of the group.
Mine was shipped. Hopefully have it by the end of the week. Wanted orange, but it wasn't available.
Edit, I can't find a case I like. This will be my 6th case for my inspire. I went through about the same for my iPhone 4.
I got my case today, but they sent me a case for the Nexus S, I emailed Chuck to let him know I will review the case once they send out the right one. This has been a struggle, they sent the first one out and apparently they didn't put the right address or something because it got sent back to them, so they asked for my address again, and I got the case this time but the wrong one as I indicated, I guess we'll get it reviewed eventually
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If you’re a fan of silicone cases, this is definitely the Cabernet Sauvignon of the group.
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Funny you mention that, I'm in Wine and Redwood country here in Mendocino County
I've grown accustomed to the case since I've gotten it. i can't switch back. It feels no natural to have in your pocket, your hand. its an amazing piece of material/product.
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I've grown accustomed to the case since I've gotten it. i can't switch back. It feels no natural to have in your pocket, your hand. its an amazing piece of material/product.
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I agree! Only time will tell how it will protect against major drops, but so far mine is holding up great! I fell reasonably protected with the case and ZAGG screen protector.
I really like mine, but it gives me the same GPS problems as other cases do. The only case I have that doesn't cause GPS issues is the Seido Innocase.
I think there is something wrong with my phone, but at&t will not swap it out for me.
MY REVIEW
OK so I've had this case on my phone for a few days now and this is what I think of it.
BUILD/CUT QUALITY:***
This case is definitely well made, it is cut to perfection. It covers all the corners well and is cut perfectly around the speakers, mic, charger, headphone jack INDIVIDUALLY which is big for me since many covers just cut a big hole around the camera/speaker in the back and the mic/charger/3.5mm jack leaving too much exposed area for dirt to get in and wear away the case. The silicone hybrid that it is made of is definitely better than any out right now and hugs the phone perfectly, it even has a small lip to keep my screen off the surface. That being said it is still a silicone case not a TPU case so it is definitely softer and may not do as good a job of protecting the phone in case of a short drop, and only time will tell if it succumbs to the classic stretching of silicone cases.
Accessibility:*****
This case is perfect as far as accessibility goes. All port are easily accessible, the usb port has plenty room for any cable. The fact that all ports and holes are cut individually means that the 3.5 is cut with a small area around it for ure headphones. though all of my headphone jacks fit just fine some people with large or oddly shaped jacks may have trouble. All the buttons are covered but the case is soft enough that it takes no extra effort to press them, unlike the TPU case I had that was quite stiff and made pressing the buttons a bit annoying.
LOOKS AND FEEL:****
This feels amazingly natural. It is not rubbery and slides in and out of my pocket as easily as the real thing. The fact that It is so thin and snug is also a plus because it adds no bulk. As far as looks go I think its kinda cool that they indented the back cover ares and flash to keep that natural look, but personally I'm not entirely digging the flat look for my phone I think I would have preferred a little more gloss.
FINAL THOUGHTS :****
This case is definitely higher quality than the silicone case/hard case fishbone that i got first which stretched and ripped in the corners after a few months. This case is also better cut and has a better lip than the TPU I just took off my phone. The only thing I really wonder is how durable it since it's in its own category being thicker than silicone yet thinner than TPU. There is no better test than the test of time but from what I've seen so far I'm hopeful this case will be with me for a while.
too bad the noise cancelling mic is covered up by this case.
I've switched back to my Otterbox case. Only reason is because after a lot of use, the Ringke case starts to sag, and the phone becomes loose inside the case, leaving about .1mm of space. I personally don't like having a loose slip cover for a phone, and it becomes annoying.
Same here, I have since tossed mine in the trash and stuck with the Otterbox Commuter case. I dropped my phone with the Ringke case on and my phone chipped right above the flash lens. I didn't even notice it until I removed the Ringke case to clean it, I was so mad.
That would have never happened with Otterbox
Hi,
I would really like to get your opinions on which case I must buy for the Infuse. I've always use the Otterbox for my previous phones and now, I just saw the Ballistic HC/SG cases. After reading opinions on the web, it seems that they both offer reliable protection.
My question is : What case would you reccommend? The Otterbox Defender or the Ballistic HC/SG Case? Can you provide the reason also?
Thanks!
I have the Ballistic case. It's a bit bulky and weighted, however, it's a great case. I've never used the otterbox so I can't compare the two. Basically, if you want your phone protected I'd recommend it, otherwise its a turn off because it covers up such a beautiful phone. You lose the slimness and the lightness of the phone with the case.
I have both and in "my opinion" the Otterbox is by far much better fit not as bulky side buttons are easier to use and built in screen protector is better.
Thanks for the reply. The Ballistic has some bumps on the 4 corners which seem to protect the phone if ever it falls. 1987dram, does it feel big in the pockets? Also, is the silicone on the Ballistic loose and comes out at time - it seems there are small holes on the rubber case for the silicone to grip, but isn't that loose?
I have a Zagg shield on my screen, will it interfere with the Ballistic protection screen?
I have both so here is my input. If you want a case that is pocket friendly Oterbox all the way. One thing I hated about the HD case is that it would stick to my pocket when I took it out and put it in. Another thing that pushed me away from the HD case is that stuff would always get inside the screen protector and I would have to clean it daily. I have never had that problem with the Otterbox. So basically if your constently droping your phone go with HD, but you almost always have to use the holster because it is NOT pocket friendly.
Edit: Forgot something.
On the HD case the little holes only get loose around the corners. The Otterbox has a ridge design that goes all around the case preventing that. You would also have to take the screen protector off your phone or the screen protector off the case or you will get water marks.
Link to the place I bought my Otterbox.
Link to the place I bought my HD case.
otter box or ballistic
I also have both and I ended up selling the ballistic case. The fit and finish on the the otterbox is better the ballistic case ( the outside wrap) If you take your phone out more than 2 stretches the case. And because of the button parts I had to trim the rubber inside for the volume rocker. Just my .02 cents.
Thanks for everyone's input! I'm going for the Otterbox since it seems to offer better protection and is more appealing to look at.
not the ballistic case
it fits loosely and the buttons don't line up very well
otterbox is quality
I have the Ballistics case and have tried the otter box. I have the Ballistic with clip just because the phone is too big to put in my pocket. I dont know you some of you got a bad case or i just got lucky, I take my case apart to clean every weekend, I have no problems with the rubber stretching or coming out of the holes, if I want to put in pocket I can take the rubber off. The under case is plastic with no rubber, so sticking in my pocket is no problem. I know the cheaper version of the case has rubber with plastic around it but not on the corners. I dropped my infuse 10ft off ladder onto concrete, no damage to case or phone, bet you cant say that with the otter box. I use a screen protecter on my phone also, no bubble issue either. No button issues. I say Ballistics case all the way, but that my opinion.
The otterbox is the way to go I have had the balistic and the diffender and the defender is the way to go IMOP
samsung infuse running MIUI
Otterbox all the way.
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1 question again, which hard rubber case is made up of higher quality material : Ballistic HC or Otterbox?
Otterbox difenter has the better build quality.
samsung infuse running MIUI
new egg has the otterbox defender for 31 with free shipping.
I had an Otterbox for a year on my HTC Evo and loved it. This time around I went with the Ballistic HC case because it's two cases in one. You can leave the big rubber on for super protection or off so it's smaller and slick looking.
I love my Ballistic HC case and I wouldn't trade it for any other case on the market. The material it's made of it better than what Otterbox uses. The rubber is much nicer IMO.
I paid $50 for it on Amazon. (I opted for the next day air shipping because I'm impatient) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005BTBGEO
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More pictures of phones, including my new Infuse and the old Otterbox protected Evo: https://picasaweb.google.com/109136396104030084187/Phones#
BALLISTIC ALL THE WAY!
Returned three Ballistic cases due to poor button alignment.
Used/use BodyGlove soft gel with Platinum holster most often, but did purchase Otterbox Defender finally when it came out from Buy.com for $27.99.
Otterbox fit is perfect like four previous models I've own/own, but for some reason the screen cover seems to be more succeptible to scratches than earlier units.
Called Ballistic CS about button alignment and they acknowledged issue with some batches, but would only tell me to "try again" by returning to store.
Call Otterbox about problem and they'll send entire replacement with no questions.
Thank you ...........ز
Final5k said:
Hi,
I would really like to get your opinions on which case I must buy for the Infuse. I've always use the Otterbox for my previous phones and now, I just saw the Ballistic HC/SG cases. After reading opinions on the web, it seems that they both offer reliable protection.
My question is : What case would you reccommend? The Otterbox Defender or the Ballistic HC/SG Case? Can you provide the reason also?
Thanks!
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Both are good, But i found Otterbox is good and much effective compared to ballistic cases. Check this out, I bought one Otterbox Cases from sfplanet.com where i got 30% savings in its original price by using the coupon code "OTT30OFF" and free shipping also!
I have the ballistic case and do not like it. It seems to nearly double the size of the phone and the front plastic window distorts the screen. Additionally the rubber outer sleeve does not fit well and comes loose in places. Also it makes the side buttons nearly impossible to use. Hope this helps.
I really like the Ballistic. Saved my phone a few times.
But as was stated, it's hard to use the side buttons. What I did was slip a real thin piece of cardboard between the rubber power button and the Infuse's power button. Now all the buttons work perfectly. You may have to adjust the position of the cardboard.
I'm planning my escape from the digital world!
Whats the thinnest case you have found for the S4? I've been looking at various cases, and they are all so thick ( I usually go naked.. ) but I would like to put something over it for drop protection ( so no, skins don't work ). And don't suggest any of the crap offered by SPIGEN, I'm done with that worthless company ( ALL support issues with them ).
ITSkins has the ghost and Zero.3, but neither is available STILL ( they where suppose to be on the 15th ) and you can't pre-order them either....
Everything else i find just says "Thin" or some other wonderful adj, I'd like a number and facts. Thin is subjective....
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Whats the thinnest case you have found for the S4? I've been looking at various cases, and they are all so thick ( I usually go naked.. ) but I would like to put something over it for drop protection ( so no, skins don't work ). And don't suggest any of the crap offered by SPIGEN, I'm done with that worthless company ( ALL support issues with them ).
ITSkins has the ghost and Zero.3, but neither is available STILL ( they where suppose to be on the 15th ) and you can't pre-order them either....
Everything else i find just says "Thin" or some other wonderful adj, I'd like a number and facts. Thin is subjective....
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I have the case mate barely there case. I have to say, it feels so nice in the hand.. Because of the matt finish. Better than any other case I had. And I also had the spigen neo hybrid. The look is also casual. Really like the style.
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I have the ringke rearth slim and it looks similar to the barely there above but even thinner (by the looks of his pics). Not much protection but improves grip and barely any if at all bulking up of the phone
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i have this tpu case that to me doesnt feel like it adds any weight or thickness to the phone itself. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BYPZU28/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
here are some pics to show you what i mean. notice 2 of these pics you can see how the case works well with the mime ghost glass screen protector. it's also partially see through.
found this on ebay
Clear 0.3mm Ultra Thin Cover Case Screen Guard for Samsung Galaxy S4 i9500
This 0.3 case covers the top and bottom edges too, this will be the thinnest you can find on the market with a full protection. I've one when i'm using my S3, looking for a S4 one and found this.:good:
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Definitely neo hybrid by spigen. Thing adds Like no thickness
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I agree. It doesn't add anything thickness but HOWEVER, it does add some to the width making the phone feel wider.
He said no neo hybrid
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And don't suggest any of the crap offered by SPIGEN, I'm done with that worthless company ( ALL support issues with them ).
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After everything I have read about Spigen, I am very hesitant to buy one of their products. The casemate looks pretty nice, but I don't like the openings on the top and bottom. I want a thin/light case, but I want a little bit of fall protection in it.
I've just got this one, loving it so far.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00BYMGQVU/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1369333383&sr=8-2&pi=SL75
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Serious recommendation: I was in the same boat, and didn't think I would find anything I liked. I happened to be browsing at BestBuy while my wife picked out case. I noticed some RocketFish branded cases that look really slim. Asked if I could try one on my phone and it fit like a glove, barely added any size to it, but definitely makes it feel like I'm not going to accidentally fling the phone across the roam just taking it out of my pocket.
I also have the Ringke Rearth ultra slim case - which was not only the thinnest I've seen, but also very cheap!
I keep the Spigen Neo-Hybrid case on my phone though - I had an S3 get nicked up at the bottom where the ultra thin rearth case didn't cover. Outside of the neo-hybrid I think the rearth cases are my favorites - considering I bought one for my S4 immediately and had one for my S3 I'd feel confident suggesting it.
I purchased both the Ringke Rearth Slim and the Spigen Neo Hybrid. While the Spigen looks nice it really does add a lot of width to the phone. The Ringke is easily the slimmest case that I have used for any phone. Not to mention it only cost $2. The matte black has also been great for adding grip. My only complaint is that the Ringke case is very difficult to remove.
I have a Spigen Ultrafit. Its pretty darn thin.
I like the matte finish.
Spigen Ultrafit
Edit: it is just thick enough the effectively recess the buttons to protect them from drops, plus it works with a tempered glass screen protector. AND...its only $10 shipped with Prime.
what is the point of cases that dont cover the top and bottom? my dad's s3 has one of those and it got destroyed on the bottom from a small drop
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what is the point of cases that dont cover the top and bottom? my dad's s3 has one of those and it got destroyed on the bottom from a small drop
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It would have to hit a very uneven surface...the corners are protected. You would have to drop in on gravel or a curb or something like a car door sill. If you drop in on tile or flat concrete it is impossible to hit the edge because of the gap created by the corners. I prefer minimal protection. My main concern is really protecting the corners back and front since those are what are going to hit 99% of the time. And the buttons...you can break the board connections (trust me I know, lol) if the phone lands on its buttons. I actually was thinking of going naked since the battery door can be replaced so easily and it is the entire back. Just a screen protector and a replaceable back. I have insurance. Also, I am a middle aged dad...I am not in the situations that you would drop a phone that often.
All that being said I will probably get another case at some point just because, lol.
I have the Body Glove phone case. Made of soft rubber for a nice all around grip. I purchased it at Walmart for $15. Link is for image of the case.
http://www.radioshack.com/product/i...gclid=CJD57O6KsrcCFRSN7AodYUMAAA&gclsrc=ds.ds
I had this case for my S3 and loved it......anyone know if there's a case just like this for the S4? I keep my phone in my pocket so I prefer the headphone jack and the charging port to be covered unless I'm using them.
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I also have the Ringke Rearth ultra slim case - which was not only the thinnest I've seen, but also very cheap!
I keep the Spigen Neo-Hybrid case on my phone though - I had an S3 get nicked up at the bottom where the ultra thin rearth case didn't cover. Outside of the neo-hybrid I think the rearth cases are my favorites - considering I bought one for my S4 immediately and had one for my S3 I'd feel confident suggesting it.
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Supposedly the neo-hybrid makes the headphone jack extremely small though...I LOVE the look of that case, but as a Beats user, I'm afraid :crying:
DBA Cases has a thin case that is avaliable in six different colors.
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I purchased both the Ringke Rearth Slim and the Spigen Neo Hybrid. While the Spigen looks nice it really does add a lot of width to the phone. The Ringke is easily the slimmest case that I have used for any phone. Not to mention it only cost $2. The matte black has also been great for adding grip. My only complaint is that the Ringke case is very difficult to remove.
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I have the Ringke. It is very thin. I don't feel like it would do anything to prevent the screen from cracking. It would prevent scratches to the back though.
I now have a Chinese knock off neo hybrid. Add with the genuine. .. Pretty thin on the back but it does make the phone wider. I do feel like this will help obsorb shock in a fall.
I got the One M8 a few days ago and with what happened with my DNA I got a Defender case. I got a case mainly to keep the phone itself as close to like-new condition as possible. I also have a hard time holding the phone bare w/o having it slip out my hands. I wanted to see how everyone else has their phone either with a case or without. Also if you had the phone since release or close and don't run a case I really want to see what type of conditioning it's in.
Here's mine in my Otterbox (yes that's pink)
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dkris2020 said:
I got the One M8 a few days ago and with what happened with my DNA I got a Defender case. I got a case mainly to keep the phone itself as close to like-new condition as possible. I also have a hard time holding the phone bare w/o having it slip out my hands. I wanted to see how everyone else has their phone either with a case or without. Also if you had the phone since release or close and don't run a case I really want to see what type of conditioning it's in.
Here's mine in my Otterbox (yes that's pink)View attachment 3170658
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I always use a thin case to avoid scratches, keep the screen off a surface when placed face down, and for grip. I never use a screen protector. For my M8 i chose this one and am quite happy with it. It will also fit in a Seidio SURFACE belt-clip holster. Doesn't look bad either.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IJ0R02Y/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I got the UAG off Amazon. It's pretty slim but offers great grip and protection. Also has a hole in power button for remote control too.
URBAN ARMOR GEAR Case for HTC One (M8), Slate by URBAN ARMOR GEAR http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IEFUC88/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_Lt64ub0XP9GXJ
Defender case since new with zagg screen protector
I've been anti-case/anti-screen protector forever.....even with my DNA. The M8, while gorgeous au natural, is also very slippery. I went with the Dot View because I like the added functionality and it makes it grippy enough that I won't drop it. It's not a great protective case like an Otter et al...but (knocking on wood) I do not drop my phones and it protects the screen from scratches in my pocket/bag/etc.
I use the spigen slim armor case. Fairly thin. Has air cushion corners for shock absorption. You can mix and match multiple colors. Two piece case. Rubber interior with tpu cover.
See here on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IF5B49S/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/189-5970498-7041545
toknitup420 said:
I use the spigen slim armor case. Fairly thin. Has air cushion corners for shock absorption. You can mix and match multiple colors. Two piece case. Rubber interior with tpu cover.
See here on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IF5B49S/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/189-5970498-7041545
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I was running mine naked until I recently just bought that same case...for the slip prevention. I had the phone slip out of my shorts and between car seats a couple of times. Happy with this case.
Sent from my Gunmetal Grey M8
dkris2020 said:
I got the One M8 a few days ago and with what happened with my DNA I got a Defender case. I got a case mainly to keep the phone itself as close to like-new condition as possible. I also have a hard time holding the phone bare w/o having it slip out my hands. I wanted to see how everyone else has their phone either with a case or without.
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I got a black Otterbox Defender the day I received the phone for the same reasons you bought your case, protection, makes it easier to hold and I really like the kickstand feature, I use the phone at night as a bedside alarm clock.
I went with the clear case Verizon sells. I like it, and a phone that looks this good really should be shown off in my opinion. I'm not at all sold on otter boxes. I used one briefly on a BlackBerry and I thought it was the most overrated piece of craps ever invented. I don't do the screen protector thing either. Modern screens are damn near impossible to scratch with normal use. The last time I used one was on my Rezound, and only for a short while, and after 3 years I only had one scratch as a result of jamming my phone in my pocket with my keys.
Used the HTC Flip Case (didn't like it much, and in any event it gave its life for a test phone); a no-name clear TPU case; the Spigen clear case; and a Dotview case. Oh, and the clear case that Big Red sold with the rubber strip around the side. I prefer the Dotview case. I really like that functionality. I feel the other cases leave the screen too exposed.
Use a case. I had a Dot View, it fell out of my pocket from maybe 2' off the ground at the most when I was leaning over. Dot View flipped open, phone landed face down, hairline crack that eventually spider webbed. Flash forward 2 months. Hardest phone to fix screen on ever-the guys who replaced it, broke other things in the process. Now I bought used M8 and Otterbox. If you crack the screen you can almost just toss it. I bought a mint used one for not much more than the screen replacement cost.
From my Incredible 2, DNA, and now M8 I've disliked cases. They always make the phone feel bulky and take away from its design.
For my M8 I have a Phantom Glass screen protector that I cannot recommend enough, and a skin from Slickwraps to avoid some of the phone's slipperiness, prevent scratches, and in my opinion make it look better.
So I went crazy and bought a UAG case, Spigen slim armor, and a Zagg glass screen protector. The slim armor came in and its the same color as my phone (love that) and it is a perfect case (for me). It adds enough bulk so that I can grip the phone better and to protect the body from scuffs, and its thin enough to feel close enough to the actual phone design. Also the detail of the case is spot on.
After hearing about tat issue with the cracked screen I'm glad I got a glass screen protector. As for the UAG, don't know if I'll try it or just return it outright. I may just use the UAG whenever I'm one handed vlogging and use the Otterbox as a travel case. In any case (no pun intended) I want to at least get the $60 out of my Otterbox.....
No case, and this is the only phone I've ever owned that I have dropped a few times. It's never broken, but plenty of scratches on the screen now. Still never going to use a case because I use the official car dock. The screen scratches way too easily though. If I ever break it I'll replace the screen - it is difficult, but nothing compared the the M7 or plenty of other older phones like the MyTouch 4G Slide.
I have always used some kinda case. I have outerboxx defender on HTC one m8. Perfect condition.
I use a case called poetic from Amazon ~$8 and its about same quality as defender otter box just no clip and I use extreme guard tempered glass. Overall nice grip and has lasted so far 8mths
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I am using the Otterbox Symmetry case. I like how it is a little thinner and lighter then the commuter case which I originally had on my M8. The rubber power button on the Commuter case started causing my phone to turn off on its own, I have not had the problem with the new Symmetry line Otterbox has.
I've got a moto e (2015) and no case...
Update new phone no case
Sent from my Huawei Y538 on Boost Mobile.
Case on my galaxy s7edge... outterbox
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Hey guys I'm looking for a really slim case that isn't raised too much along the edges of the screen or cover too much of the sides of the device. A couple I'm looking at is the Obliq case, spigen capsule, spigen slim armor, or maybe the official Samsung protective case.
I have a tech 21 case now and it's ok but it's a bit bulky around the edges and kind of hides the shape of the phone.
I had the Tech21 case and currently have the Speigen Capsule and Samsung cases. The Tech21 was WAY too thick and bulky, and the buttons were hard to press. The Capsule is very thin, but has sharp edges IMO. I found it really uncomfortable to hold without it feeling like my hand may get cut (it never happened, but still hurt).
The Samsung case is awesome though. Fits beautifully and looks like it's a part of the phone. It protects really well too and hardly adds any thickness. I'd highly recommend it. It's worth the money 105%.
spexwood said:
The Samsung case is awesome though. Fits beautifully and looks like it's a part of the phone. It protects really well too and hardly adds any thickness. I'd highly recommend it. It's worth the money 105%.
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Is it thick enough that the camera isnt exposed, do you have a link to the one you are talking about ?
DaveLTE said:
Is it thick enough that the camera isnt exposed, do you have a link to the one you are talking about ?
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Yes, try Amazon.
Look up verus iron shield champagne gold galaxy note 4 review by real reviews on YouTube thy have a link in the description probably the best thin case for the note 4 in the link the have different colors also
Ringke Slim case is the slimmest one IMO by far at the expense of drop protection. The black one has a nice matte finish while the other colors are more glossy which I don't like.
It adds the least bulk and gives a bit of protection - I've dropped my phone onto hardwood floors a couple times from 3-4 feet. The case slightly deformed but the phone was perfect. However I expect any drop onto a hard surface like concrete will break the screen.
Like the previous post stated, the Ringke slim is super thin. The SF black has good grip.
I would go with the Samsung Protective cover though. a little thicker but you are drop protected and the case feels better in hand.
Ringke Slim 9.99
Samsung Protective Cover:
12.00 (Blue)
14.00 (Black)
15.00 (Red)
Thank you guys for the ideas. I really like how slim the ringke is but it makes me a little nervous. I think I'm torn between the Samsung protective case and the verus. Both look super nice although the Samsung appears to be a bit slimmer
I have a Verus Thor on mine, and I think it's pretty amazing for its slimness to protection ratio. Camera's protected, there's enough of a lip in front to protect the screen (I've got a tempered glass protector anyway), and if there's a con, it's that it fits so tight and snug that you don't want to take it off too often; I ended up buying a new dock just so I don't have to. Well, that, and it's not highly textured or rubbery, so it feels a little smoother in the hand than I see a lot of people liking. Fell out twice at work a few days ago--once onto concrete, once onto steel car wash railings--and it still looks pristine. I highly recommend it.
DaveLTE said:
Is it thick enough that the camera isnt exposed, do you have a link to the one you are talking about ?
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http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EF-PN910BLESTA
If by "thick enough that the camera isnt exposed," you mean that when you rest the phone on a table, the camera lens isnt resting directly on the flat surface, then yes. There is a lip around the camera lens that will keep it from touching any flat surface.
i want it too
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Well after reading the comments from you guys I decided to pull the trigger on the blue Samsung protective cover. Seems like it offers good protection and a very slim form factor. I'll post some pics once it comes in the mail
That Samsung one looks nice. There is a great review on it from a guy named lawmanfj on youtube. I'll probably grab that one down the road. I just purchased the S-View case, and I really like it. It is a flip case, but it doesn't add much bulk. Seems like the drop protection might not be the best, but since it replaces your back battery cover, it's stay's slim. It does run about $26 through Amazon. I picked one up at Best Buy for a few bucks more, but got to try it out before purchasing.
You should post some pics when your case comes in, and give a review of it.
Does anyone know if there is a case like the Samsung Protective Cover, but replaces the battery door to make it slimmer? Basically i would like to find something with some protection around the edges, and a lip for the screen, but without adding to the thickness of the phone.