Hello XDA Developers!
I recently received a review unit for the Artech 21- Full Grain Leather wallet case.
This case can be purchased through the company's Amazon Page:
http://www.amazon.com/Artech-21-Qua...pebp=1433719704918&perid=13QEY5QN8RR8F7ZRYV13
The Case consists of a leather outside cover, an inside vinyl cloth layer, and a tpu case which actually holds your phone to the wallet.
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Only half of the TPU case is secured to the wallet so that the other half can freely bend with the partition in the back portion of the wallet in order to create the 'stand' for viewing videos or setting the phone up as a display.
When the phone is seated in the TPU shell, the note's power and volume buttons are slightly recessed just enough to where they cannot be accidentally bumped while playing videos in stand mode or while in the pocket. However, the buttons are still easy to push when you want.
When you want to use the wallet in 'stand' mode, you can adjust the viewing angle by using the bottom edge's friction to hold the desired angle. I found this case to work very well at many angles and I didnt really feel like I had to keep adjusting it or worry that it was going to topple over. The large base (which holds cards and cash) works well and provides plenty of support for the heavy tpu and phone portions.
The S-Pen is not forgotten.. Artech made sure to include a large cutout in the bottom of the case for easy access to slide out the S-Pen. Very pleased!
Let's discuss the actual wallet functions of the case.
There is a clear section for displaying your id and it also has a large thumb hole for easy access to slide your ID cards out if needed.
Above that is four additional credit card pockets which easily fit standard credit cards. Notably, the credit card pockets bottom out with just enough depth to where you can still easily slide the card out for making purchases. You dont really have to worry about any of the cards being stuck in the wallet. Artech did a pretty good job designing this portion of the case.
One issue I had with the money portion of the case was that USD bills do not fit full length in the cash fold. I found that I had to fold the end of the bills to get them to fit, this method seemed the best for quick removal of the bills when I needed to make a purchase.
Overall I like the case's leather look and feel. It definitely adds a dimension of convenience with the integrated credit card, id, and paper money pockets. This case is not intended for protection, it is mostly intended for the high class looks and convenience of a wallet / case 2 in one. Some improvements which could be made would be to implement a closing latch to keep the case closed if it were dropped.
good review
I received my Artech case the other day and so here is my review. The case has a premium look and feel to it. I was very impressed with how it felt in hand and the overall build quality of the case. For my testing I used two credit cards, drivers license, and some business cards. I had no issues fitting all of those items into the case and never had to worry about them falling out. I really liked how the ID slot is clear like a real wallet.
All of the cutouts were spot on and never had any issues using the charging port, auxiliary jack, s pen, or the IR blaster. This case adds style and functionality to the note 4. The only complaint I have with the case is that there is no cutout for the earpiece so when talking on the phone you have to open up the case. This is not that big of a deal for me since I have been using the tone infinims for calls, but other people may find this annoying. Overall I really like this case and can see my self using Artech products in the future.
Picture quality may not be the best since I used my m9 to take the pictures.
Edit: Having issues uploading pictures. They will be up later today
Nice review and it looks like a nice case as well. Question though, you actually have money to put in there? Lol
Ryanmo5 said:
Nice review and it looks like a nice case as well. Question though, you actually have money to put in there? Lol
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lol , dude , be nice
Artech21-Offical said:
lol , dude , be nice
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I'm making fun of the fact that I'm always broke and never have any.
Ryanmo5 said:
I'm making fun of the fact that I'm always broke and never have any.
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lol , i knew ,
come and work for me , 12 K a moth
Artech21-Offical said:
lol , i knew ,
come and work for me , 12 K a moth
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12k a month? I'll work for you too lol
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Does the magnet affect the screen at all?
I'm looking for a case like that's slim that can fold the way back like this case and not be at a curve like most flip cases, I don't want real leather I want something a little stronger and durable, any recommendations?
My Review for Artech21 Wallet Case
I received this case a week ago. Here's my review of this case:
- There's a really strong smell to the case but it slowly went away after use (probably from the leather)
-The quality and stitching are nice. However, I have mixed feelings about holding it on hand. Perhaps the middle part is too roomy. It would have been better if the case was a tighter fit overall.
-The case doesn't have a magnetic clasp, so when I loaded it with cash and cards, the front could not stay flat. It is problematic to me because I prefer a slim look. If I were to drop the phone, the lid would definitely fly open. Also, without the magnetic clasp, the case looks bulky
- The TPU here is nice, easily to take off and on. Cutout for buttons are on point and secured.
-The camera is elevated and that's always a plus for me
-There is an opening for s-pen and easy access.
Overall, it does what it's supposed to do. However, for my personal preference, I would rate this case 5/10 (bulky look was a big turn off for me, no magnetic -1).
ConorCulhane said:
Hello XDA Developers!
I recently received a review unit for the Artech 21- Full Grain Leather wallet case.
This case can be purchased through the company's Amazon Page:
http://www.amazon.com/Artech-21-Qua...pebp=1433719704918&perid=13QEY5QN8RR8F7ZRYV13
The Case consists of a leather outside cover, an inside vinyl cloth layer, and a tpu case which actually holds your phone to the wallet.
Only half of the TPU case is secured to the wallet so that the other half can freely bend with the partition in the back portion of the wallet in order to create the 'stand' for viewing videos or setting the phone up as a display.
When the phone is seated in the TPU shell, the note's power and volume buttons are slightly recessed just enough to where they cannot be accidentally bumped while playing videos in stand mode or while in the pocket. However, the buttons are still easy to push when you want.
When you want to use the wallet in 'stand' mode, you can adjust the viewing angle by using the bottom edge's friction to hold the desired angle. I found this case to work very well at many angles and I didnt really feel like I had to keep adjusting it or worry that it was going to topple over. The large base (which holds cards and cash) works well and provides plenty of support for the heavy tpu and phone portions.
The S-Pen is not forgotten.. Artech made sure to include a large cutout in the bottom of the case for easy access to slide out the S-Pen. Very pleased!
Let's discuss the actual wallet functions of the case.
There is a clear section for displaying your id and it also has a large thumb hole for easy access to slide your ID cards out if needed.
Above that is four additional credit card pockets which easily fit standard credit cards. Notably, the credit card pockets bottom out with just enough depth to where you can still easily slide the card out for making purchases. You dont really have to worry about any of the cards being stuck in the wallet. Artech did a pretty good job designing this portion of the case.
One issue I had with the money portion of the case was that USD bills do not fit full length in the cash fold. I found that I had to fold the end of the bills to get them to fit, this method seemed the best for quick removal of the bills when I needed to make a purchase.
Overall I like the case's leather look and feel. It definitely adds a dimension of convenience with the integrated credit card, id, and paper money pockets. This case is not intended for protection, it is mostly intended for the high class looks and convenience of a wallet / case 2 in one. Some improvements which could be made would be to implement a closing latch to keep the case closed if it were dropped.
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Does the magnet affect the screen at all?
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does not affect anything at all , only keep you case stay flat and closed
how is the case now ?
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I will be doing reviews and testing for Seidio products and received my first one to start with. ( Admins if you would like verification I do have that available ).
It is the Green ( Or Saga as they call it ) Epic 4g Case. I have provided a couple of pictures and will be posting a full review today with more photos to come. Possibly may do a video to show the sliding action since that has been a big question among the cases currently out.
Currently I'm going to be testing the sliding mechanism restriction, phone damage if any, and a few other things.
Seidio Innocase EPIC 4G (GREEN) Review
Review:
From first impression, the Seidio Innocase for the Epic 4g has a great feel all around the case. The rubberized no slip grip works wonders, yet still has a smooth to the touch finish. All buttons and microphone are completely accessible without restriction.
Sliding mechanism:
With the case attached to the Epic 4G there is NO restriction on the sliding mechanism. Now Seidio did a surprising design that many manufactures have not attempted. For the bottom portion of the case, the attachment clips are on each corner yet they are raised slightly from the rim of the case, this allows a very small opening for the case to move freely. Addition to that, the top cover has the attachment clips mounted on the top and bottom. Due to both these features – Scratching of the keyboard is long gone and smooth sliding stays.
Installation and Removal:
Install was very basic, the case clipped on smoothly and is simple enough to remove incase of a reset, memory card, and battery removal.
Appearance:
The case is thin compared to most out there. After installing the case there was not much added to the bulk of the phone. In my opinion this gave a the phone a better look with a case due to how thin it is.
The green I had to admit is beautiful – It is a true Saga but can be looked upon as a light forest green.
Durability Testing:
For this I used my second epic as it is my test phone for software and such. To meet the standards of daily use, I tested the phone while out at a Mall, Movie theater, Restaurant, and outside on trails. This allows different areas and different types surroundings for testing.
After Dropping the phone on several occasions and from different heights and on different material ( 1ft, 3ft, 5ft, 6ft) - The case never came off and surprisingly the case is almost un-touched. The phone was fully protected and no damage was done.
Options:
There have been questions if the case will fit with a Seidio Screen Protector, Phantom Skinz, Invisible shield, and 3rd party brands. I tested the case with phantom Skinz – Tight fit but still works great. Seidio Screen Protector – Fit perfect, Invisible Shield - The case fit like a glove. 3rd party skins provided the same results.
If there are any questions please feel free to post. Other colors and products coming soon.
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tell them to release a case that can replace ur backplate instead of snapping on top...either that or a premium case with felt lining
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Really you cannot go wrong with black unless perhaps a chrome/rubber premium case w/felt and galaxy s logo (of course with seido at the bottom
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tell them to release case that can replace ur backplate instead of snapping on top...either that or a premium case with felt lining
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Will do, now is there a color preference of the felt and back case? ( there are some that are picky about that ).
Zigarath has a good idea there. If they had a backplate that flared out just enough to cover the chrome edges it could probably be a lot smaller. Id love to see photos of the white and I'm curious how the colored cases attract markings/stains. I have always had black seidio cases but am considering something a bit more vibrant but would hate for it to get all marked up and dirty after a short period of time.
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Zigarath has a good idea there. If they had a backplate that flared out just enough to cover the chrome edges it could probably be a lot smaller. Id love to see photos of the white and I'm curious how the colored cases attract markings/stains. I have always had black seidio cases but am considering something a bit more vibrant but would hate for it to get all marked up and dirty after a short period of time.
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The rubberized coating is smoothed and not course so stains and markings are less prone to occurring and visibility.
More colors soon to come as there will be a review for every color possible.
Any other color requests?
you spoke about how they designed this case differently from others taking into account of the sliding keyboard, etc.
any chance of taking photos of the top and bottom cases seperately so that i can see what you're trying to explain about their "features" and how/where the clips are placed?
update: ah, i think i see what you're talking about in some of the photos, i can kinda see the clips on the bottom of the case near the word Samsung. Great photos of the close up btw
yellowxboy said:
you spoke about how they designed this case differently from others taking into account of the sliding keyboard, etc.
any chance of taking photos of the top and bottom cases seperately so that i can see what you're trying to explain about their "features" and how/where the clips are placed?
update: ah, i think i see what you're talking about in some of the photos, i can kinda see the clips on the bottom of the case near the word Samsung. Great photos of the close up btw
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If you like I can get some better photos of the clips on both cases, use higher contrast so there more visible.
Just as a kicker some photos where taken with the epic
Since you are advertising for Seidio I can see why you have such a positive bias on their behalf.
But Id have to disagree with your review.
With the case on, while the clips are as thin as they could possibly be, they still pull the phone apart slightly and rub on the silver bezel of the phone. While it might not be noticable to you, the smoothness of the slider is compromised and I can physically feel the clips snagging as the keyboard is opened and closed.
The case feels sturdy on, but many people are reporting that after using the Seidio case for an extended amount of time and then removing the case, the phone feeling much looser sliding open, and even having phone wobble that wasn't there before.
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looks good enough, altho id prefer a cobalt blue color, also kinda away from topic i noticed you had a slight orange peel effect on the screen. is that with the invisashield?
NeonMonster said:
Since you are advertising for Seidio I can see why you have such a positive bias on their behalf.
But Id have to disagree with your review.
With the case on, while the clips are as thin as they could possibly be, they still pull the phone apart slightly and rub on the silver bezel of the phone. While it might not be noticable to you, the smoothness of the slider is compromised and I can physically feel the clips snagging as the keyboard is opened and closed.
The case feels sturdy on, but many people are reporting that after using the Seidio case for an extended amount of time and then removing the case, the phone feeling much looser sliding open, and even having phone wobble that wasn't there before.
posted from a EPIC4G.
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This is information that is needed, I also have phone wobble but that was before any case. With your case on does it show minor separation?
my review is positive as currently the experience with the product is positive. If there is a negative effect/issue with the product is better to find, isolate, and repair.
shabbypenguin said:
looks good enough, altho id prefer a cobalt blue color, also kinda away from topic i noticed you had a slight orange peel effect on the screen. is that with the invisashield?
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I'm hoping to get the blue for review also. That is my color of choice.
Yep, When I had it installed I wondered if it was going to affect the screen, to my surpurise IMO didn't really change anything, once you turn on the screen the screen protector blends right in.
zigarath said:
tell them to release a case that can replace ur backplate instead of snapping on top...either that or a premium case with felt lining
x2 god i cant tell you guys how many times i have thought this and the countless hours i have spent looking for such a mythical creature!
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all the case scraping problems can so be avoided by just making a rubberized replaceable backplate and a thin rubber bumper on top. problem solved. I know seido browses these forums so hopefully they've seen enough people say the same thing and listen up
how easy is it to remove?
I did inform Seidio about the requests for a new case that would replace the Battery Cover also provided the reasons and benefits along with the consumer market interests. Also mentioned the requests for felt lining as I would also like this option.
that would be fantastic
The only problem I'm having with my Seidio is that the bottom left side (portrait, phone closed) of the back plate's clip is starting to break already. I've had a corner of it break off and the other is starting to go as well. No idea how it'll stay on if it does break, but for 30$ I was expecting a bit better quality than that.
lordcyrus said:
The only problem I'm having with my Seidio is that the bottom left side (portrait, phone closed) of the back plate's clip is starting to break already. I've had a corner of it break off and the other is starting to go as well. No idea how it'll stay on if it does break, but for 30$ I was expecting a bit better quality than that.
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Might be a defect, does happen. Since there is a warranty I would just give them a call or chat and file a warranty claim/RMA.
I would really like to see a review/photos of the active and rugged cases.
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I would really like to see a review/photos of the active and rugged cases.
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The active is still under development. Rugged has not been announced yet.
Will be doing a thorough review on the Seidio Active X Case, including some tests for durability. Pictures will be included.
Providing the Basics today along with a few photos, will run the case through a series of test for durability and use this weekend. More pictures to come!
My apologies if a couple pics don't look so great Camera was giving me issues.
Intro:
Well Just received the Seidio Active X case today and I have to say I was surprised. You are provided with three pieces. Outer Screen protector, a rubber back skin, and then a Plastic Skeleton to go over the rubber back piece. Installation was breeze and this case is easier to remove due to the design of the Plastic Skeleton. Outer Screen protector is pretty simple to remove but having finger nails will benefit greatly! Another thing to note: Since the Skeleton is a separate piece, changing colors will be simple ( if you wanted to could even paint it! ). Sliding Mechanism was not affected at all.
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Design:
Outer Screen protector
Outer Screen Protection Piece does have a taller lip and it is a little thicker but feels strong. With the taller lip I didn't find any affect or issues with comfort on the use of the screen or buttons. The finish is smooth with a rubbery feel, and yes you may find that one or two little bumps within the finish - (If you really want to remove the bumps in the finish then use 1500 or 2000 wet sand paper and very Lightly go over the bumps. Make sure to wet the paper - this will allow you to keep the finish). The tabs are located on both the top and bottom of the piece and sectioned in the middle ( view pictures above ). -- This is nice since the most common issue with cases is scratching or restriction due to the tabs being placed on each side.
Rubber Skin:
IMO - I love this! Provides protection for the phone without the possibility of the case scratching the phone itself. Both the Power and Volume buttons are covered but fit the form of the phone and require the same amount of pressure to be pushed. As for the cut outs - Match perfect- Mic, USB, Headphone, Camera, and LED, and if by chance yours does not you can also trim whatever excess you need to since its rubber.
Back Skeleton:
The back Skeleton has a very smooth finish with no bump in sight. The skeleton itself is very sturdy along with the clips located on each corner. Now the design was to set for most common point of Impact. On any phone there are 6 points - Top Left and Right Corner - Bottom Left and Right Corner - Left Side - Right Side. The Skeleton was designed around these 6 points of impact along with using the rubber skin interior as a shock absorber. The skeleton Case Wraps around on each point which in truth allows for a sturdier construction due to each point of impact being supported both by form and curvature.
I will provide pics of the phone within the case once the Camera is charged.
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If you can assure me that this product 1. Does not look as rough around the edges as in the pictures on the website 2. Allows me full functionality of the keyboard (slides open *duh*, doesn't hinder ability to use top row number buttons) 3. Is durable and well made enough to justify spending $29.95 on a case, then I will glady purchase it. Question: Is there any way you could get pictures different angles of the case for example the top and bottom with keyboard open/closed, I am seriously interested as long as I can have some good information to go off of.
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If you can assure me that this product 1. Does not look as rough around the edges as in the pictures on the website 2. Allows me full functionality of the keyboard (slides open *duh*, doesn't hinder ability to use top row number buttons) 3. Is durable and well made enough to justify spending $29.95 on a case, then I will glady purchase it. Question: Is there any way you could get pictures different angles of the case for example the top and bottom with keyboard open/closed, I am seriously interested as long as I can have some good information to go off of.
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I thought i was he only one that notced it was looking a little rough on the website.. i hope a company like seido wouldn't release a product looking like that..
Tapatalkin' it from my Epic 4G
Any information any user provided I sent off to seidio for development of the active x case that way they can attempt a perfect case. I'm not sure but I think the color plate is switchable which would be a nice option.
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I thought i was he only one that notced it was looking a little rough on the website.. i hope a company like seido wouldn't release a product looking like that..
Tapatalkin' it from my Epic 4G
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Sadly ALL of the Active cases are like that.
On the Nexus and Evo active cases, the rubber has lots of extra bits, and the ports aren't perfectly cut.
On the Evo, the plastic shell doesn't fit perfectly around the rubber skin, and has a bit of a gap.
You can take a exacto blade and remove the uneven edges if you want.
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Sadly ALL of the Active cases are like that.
On the Nexus and Evo active cases, the rubber has lots of extra bits, and the ports aren't perfectly cut.
On the Evo, the plastic shell doesn't fit perfectly around the rubber skin, and has a bit of a gap.
You can take a exacto blade and remove the uneven edges if you want.
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That's disappointing to hear, how could they expect me to pay that amount for such bad quality? When we get some detailed pictures I will have a better idea of the quality, but until then all indicators point to a poor quality product.
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That's disappointing to hear, how could they expect me to pay that amount for such bad quality? When we get some detailed pictures I will have a better idea of the quality, but until then all indicators point to a poor quality product.
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Seidio is currently the best quality case out there for the epic but it ISN'T any OtterBox or even CaseMate.
The plastic exoshell on my friends Evo has been shedding since she purchased it. Little bits of plastic come off the shell just from having it in her pocket.
Seidio is not worth the price of the product, quality wise. But when there is literally nothing else on the market, what else can ya do?
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Seidio is currently the best quality case out there for the epic but it ISN'T any OtterBox or even CaseMate.
The plastic exoshell on my friends Evo has been shedding since she purchased it. Little bits of plastic come off the shell just from having it in her pocket.
Seidio is not worth the price of the product, quality wise. But when there is literally nothing else on the market, what else can ya do?
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That's the problem, is that there are no other options besides the Seidio case. Still waiting on those pictures though...
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Mine has been ship out to me already just waiting on it to arrive.
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Ordered one this afternoon. Hopefully, they'll show mercy and have it in the hands of USPS by tomorrow so I can have it to use on Saturday night
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Looks pretty good so far, I'm going to test my luck and buy one tomorrow, hopefully it turns out good!
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how easy is the back part to remove?
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how easy is the back part to remove?
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Not hard at all, just grab a corner and pull away slightly and should come right off.
Still not sure I can justify paying $30 for a case vs. $2 I paid for my ebay one. I'm sure quality is very different, but I feel like the level of protection I get from my ebay one (which I guess we are referring to as the "bar" kind from that other review) is adequate enough. It feels good in the hands too. I'll wait to see pics of this when you have everything fully assembled. I'm wondering how thick it gets with 3 pieces.
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How much more thickness does it add. Is it still pocketable? obviously it'll be thicker but pictures and actual hands on is always a differant story. Thanks!
I want to know does it fits in the media dock?
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How much more thickness does it add. Is it still pocketable? obviously it'll be thicker but pictures and actual hands on is always a differant story. Thanks!
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Just a tad thicker really, add maybe 1mm if that IMO. Fits in the pocket no issue at all, and the case finger groves are perfect, ambidextrous. Also the lip around the Face Protection of the case has more depth.
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I want to know does it fits in the media dock?
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Nope, sadly it does not, but then again no case does that I have heard of.
I'm debating designing / manufacturing a case for the phone (I'd have to outsource some labor, but it would be local) and funding it through kickstarter, I'm wondering how many people would be interested in buying / helping figure out what the hell to do. I really want a solid case that will protect my phone, but I don't want it in a case when I use it. It would be a well protected pouch with credit card slots on one side for ID / cards, and an open pouch for cash / coin / other misc stuff on the other, it would button shut(with magnets of course, I hate actual clipping buttons) with a double layer of microfiber cloth. I have a pretty solid idea and I don't think it would cost too much per unit in the end. I could even have different trim options for different amounts.
I've been keeping my phone is a 12x12 black microfiber cloth wrapped up and it's a pain in the ass.
TL;DR: I can't find a solid case so I think my only real option is to build one. I want to design / build my own for production through kickstarter, I'm looking for help / see if there's any interest or if I should just abandon the idea before I put any time into it. It will be a wallet pouch that clips with a magnet.
I built a paper prototype and I'm amazed out of 172 views not one person shared their opinion, I will be building a prototype out of actual materials soon, probably felt first since I don't want to butcher a bunch of leather.
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Here are my terrible prototypes, the back has 3 credit / license / whatever card slots, the front that has two magnets in the corners, you can kinda see em bulge from the top in the open shot, and the v shaped cutout ( probably won't be the final product) is where the slot is for the cash / coin / misc stuff.
I'd REALLY appreciate any help with making this but if not, I'll continue to work on it and at least make myself a legit case, since I can't seem to find what meets my needs.
ALL criticism is welcome, I'm trying to do this because it seems like a good opportunity and I always have ideas I want to follow through with but never do.
Seems like a promising idea, but hasn't it been done before? (Look through the master case thread for reference). Love to see new talent in action, so while I'm not in the market for a case, I'll definitely follow this thread.
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I've looked through countless cases and as far as I know it hasn't been done before, I'll probably have some new prototypes by tomorrow night. Even if nothing comes from it other than me wasting $100 to build myself a case, I'll be glad with the results as I can replicate them for a Nexus 5 or whatever is next. My end game is to have a wallet that holds my phone in a pouch, my wife has a flip cover and I don't like that the phone is embedded in it, so I want a pouch that can hold my cards and cash, and is sealed by magnets. I plan on making the final product (be it mass production or not) a high quality pouch that can compare with high quality wallets. I tend to come up with big ideas that never come to fruition (I'm 25 and constantly think of get rich quick schemes [websites, large scale plans] that never see more than my last word in the idea, so I want to do something) I see a gap in the market that I can fill, and have looked through most of the Etsy / Ebay stuff and none of it seems to fit my tastes. Thank you for the interest, and I do welcome input as I move forward with the plan.
I really like this idea and I would probably one if it was for sale.
With that said... a couple of suggestions.
1. one or two more card pockets would be useful for me. It looks like there might be room if you stack the openings closer together.
2. Have you tried using the cash pocket? It seems like it would be cumbersome to me. I worry that constantly pulling bills in and out might end of being a frustrating experience (like trying to feed bills into a soda machine).
Just to throw out ideas, what do you think about a pouch that opens on the long side?
As a minor concern, how big is this thing going to be? Is it going to get into girl wallet size territory?
I'm game. I prefer a soft leather. But would be in for the kick starter.
My biggest gripe with some of the current flip cover phone/wallet cases is that they're designed to barely be able to close with two cards. It's pretty much nearly impossible to still comfortably include some cash in such wallets. So one thing I'd love to see is a phone wallet that can close comfortably with some gap left deliberately to allow the "wallet" part of it to actually hold cards and cash comfortably.
Secondly, it'd be nice if the wallet were sized to allow bills to go in with no more than one fold. IMO once bills start needing two folds to fit, it starts becoming a pain to find the bill you need when you're fumbling through a check out line, and have people behind you giving you disapproving glares.
Awesome to see some other people interested, I was making a felt version and it really wasn't working out, and these ideas are pretty genius, I have nothing against it opening on the long side, and that could allow it to be smaller, I don't want it to be much bigger than the phone, the final product will of course be slimmer than my current attempts. I don't have any experience manufacturing anything so it's a good learning process for me, and I'd just source out the work to a local business.
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@curiousbob I actually think I'll make another paper prototype at work tomorrow (much easier with paper) and see how opening it on the long side instead works. I do not want it to be any bigger than it has to to adequately protect my phone, and hold my cards/cash.
@Elsydeon I'm going to try to make it fit more cards with a smaller size by opening it on the long edge. Cash will probably go in a pouch that opens behind the phone or in front of. That way it's secured with the flip top (which can contain a larger flex point to allow for a thinner or thicker wallet), and cards can go along it, it might be a bit thicker than I originally was planning, but it will be substantially smaller and functional. Coins will be a no-go however.
I want something like the blackberry pouch which is hard and made of leather
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Awesome to see some other people interested, I was making a felt version and it really wasn't working out, and these ideas are pretty genius, I have nothing against it opening on the long side, and that could allow it to be smaller, I don't want it to be much bigger than the phone, the final product will of course be slimmer than my current attempts. I don't have any experience manufacturing anything so it's a good learning process for me, and I'd just source out the work to a local business.
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@curiousbob I actually think I'll make another paper prototype at work tomorrow (much easier with paper) and see how opening it on the long side instead works. I do not want it to be any bigger than it has to to adequately protect my phone, and hold my cards/cash.
@Elsydeon I'm going to try to make it fit more cards with a smaller size by opening it on the long edge. Cash will probably go in a pouch that opens behind the phone or in front of. That way it's secured with the flip top (which can contain a larger flex point to allow for a thinner or thicker wallet), and cards can go along it, it might be a bit thicker than I originally was planning, but it will be substantially smaller and functional. Coins will be a no-go however.
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No coin pouch. Bills and room for a max of let's say 6 cards would be awesome
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I'm debating designing / manufacturing a case for the phone (I'd have to outsource some labor, but it would be local) and funding it through kickstarter, I'm wondering how many people would be interested in buying / helping figure out what the hell to do. I really want a solid case that will protect my phone, but I don't want it in a case when I use it. It would be a well protected pouch with credit card slots on one side for ID / cards, and an open pouch for cash / coin / other misc stuff on the other, it would button shut(with magnets of course, I hate actual clipping buttons) with a double layer of microfiber cloth...
TL;DR: I can't find a solid case so I think my only real option is to build one. I want to design / build my own for production through kickstarter, I'm looking for help / see if there's any interest or if I should just abandon the idea before I put any time into it. It will be a wallet pouch that clips with a magnet.
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Kristoff, would your pouch be a two-sided variation of the Mofi kangaroo pouch?
It has a pocket on one side of the pouch (for headphones or whatever).
(pic just for your comments - to confirm if it's a pouch like this or something more like a wallet.
@Bizi it was originally going to be similar to what you showed, except it was going to have a magnetic flip top to protect the pouch contents (cash) and have the back exposed for tight fitting card slots.
Hello all,
I have just received a Cruzerlite 'Experience' case for review. Firstly, I'd like to thank XDA for this great website and to all the members on this forum, I've learned a lot and appreciate all the info found here on how to take full advantage of my Galaxy S4. I find it incredible the vast amount of knowledge on XDA and the willingness of others to share. Thanks to 'opasha' for announcing the need for Beta Testers. Cruzerlite contacted me via PM on July 6th and after emailing them my contact info, one of their products arrived in the mail on July 18. Please note that I am NOT being compensated financially for this review and that the opinion stated in this post is my own. As stated in 'opasha' original post, this is a product Beta Test. The final product you receive may or may not be exactly like the one in this review. I recommend contacting Cruzerlite ( http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/samsung/galaxy-s-iv ) directly for any questions regarding specs, availability, color options, or additional information.
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Came in the mail in a bubble pack. The case is enclosed in a clear plastic box, it's rigid enough so it doesn't get crushed in the bubble pack while being mailed:
The Case that I requested was for a bright color and they sent orange. Some of you may be picky like I am, the shade of the color is very important to me, here it is next to my S4 for comparison:
Since this is the 'Experience' case, it has graphics of various android themes. IMO it's fun and matches well with the bright orange. The back is frosted but the android graphics itself are clear:
Looking at the lateral edges you can see that it is also clear:
With the case on my Black Mist colored S4 it darkens the shade of orange a bit, to my eyes kinda like a light rust or light root beer color.
One thing to note from this angle is the quality of construction. On inferior/cheap ebay cases, there is a noticeable amount of excess material (flash) and at times there can be a edge or 'lip' formed at the seam of the where the front meets the back. If this occurs in a case it is quite an annoyance. On my current tpu case (a generic one I got off ebay, as I like yellow it was the only place to find that specific color) the lip is quite sharp.
On the Cruzerlite 'Experience' it did not exhibit any excessive 'flash' materials and the 'lip' was minimal. IMO, this is reflective of higher quality control and manufacturing standards that you may not find in a cheaper product.
Let's take a look at the dimensions of the Cruzerlite case. I measured my S4 as is and it came in at approximately .333 inches in thickness
With the 'Experience' case on it measured approximately .388 inches so the Cruzerlit TPU case adds a scant .05 to the overall thickness.
Next area to examine are the cutouts. Here we have the camera and flash. The cuts lined up correctly and is slightly raised around the camera. It's a dual hole design which I prefer. Other brands do a single cut for both camera and flash which IMO is less protective. Also the case adds some height to the phone so if you lay your S4 on a flat surface, it doesn't come into direct contact with the camera lens.
Areas around the ports are important to inspect, if it is cut too high or not thick enough in certain areas, it will affect the structural integrity of the case and can cause bowing making the case act or look flimsy. On my ebay case it bows around the front side where the volume and power ports so visually it looks bad. The Cruzerlite tpu IMO struck a good balance in it's construction, is not too soft (like a silicon case) but not overly hard (like a hard plastic). It's flexible enough to retain it's shape but soft enough to get it on and off easily while still being secure. Texture wise, the back is smooth to slide in and out of pants pockets with the lateral sides having enough tact for grip and not being overly slippery.
Moving down to the bottom of the phone the cut out for the charging port is slightly offset to the left. While it is not centered correctly it allowed plenty of space for the OEM micro usb cable and my aftermarket ones.
The microphone area is also off center. I was concerned with it blocking sound quality so I places several calls to see if it was affected. Fortunately it did not interfere with sound transmission nor did it affect volume.
The power button is exposed, which is a design I prefer. Other cases have it covered making it a tad more difficult to press.
On the volume button side, it's open just like the power button.
At the top of the phone the cut out for the 3.5mm headset jack and microphone are aligned. I use either a Monster iSport or Etymotic earbuds and the ports are wide enough to fit without any problems.
The ir port is also centered correctly allowing full function:
Going to the back side of the case, the speaker port is not centered but the cutout was wide enough for it to fully work.
Overall I am happy with the case. It's construction and quality is better than other tpu cases I have tried and comes in at a reasonable price (as listed on their site it's only $9.90). I've had it for 2 days now and it will be replacing the current one that I am using. Any changes on my impressions will be added to this post. I plan to use it for another 2-3 weeks and as I like it very much will purchase one from Cruzerlite ( http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/samsung/galaxy-s-iv ), only hard part is deciding on what color!
Thanks again for the opportunity to review the case. I'd like to pay it forward and send this case out in a few weeks for review to another XDA'er. If you are genuinely interested in a orange case by Cruzerlite, reply to this post with either positive comments or constructive criticism. You must reside in the U.S. and actually own a S4 AND willing to post a unbaised review here on XDA within a week of receiving the case from me. Thanks for taking the time to read this review and hope that it helps. HAGWE everyone!
Great review! Very indepth. I am impressed with your ability tobreak down the pros and cons of the case to a scientific level
Amazon UK/EU
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=sr_nr...axy+S4&ie=UTF8&qid=1374453240&rnid=1632651031
Amazon US
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_nr_i...g+Galaxy+S4+cruzerlite&ie=UTF8&qid=1374453327
Superb review and pics very well done ty
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So after getting an email from cruzerlite this morning I decided to check my mail. This is a review for the cyan/light blue Experience case from Cruzerlite.
Just as the previous reviewer mentioned the cutouts seemed to not be exact or correctly aligned on initial application to the phone. With some slight pull of the tpu and correct alignment I was able to get the case to properly adjust with near perfect alignment.
As for the design, it looks very good with the phone in the case. The images on the back of the tpu are on point , transparent and unique from your average tpu cases. At first I was debating on the color thinking it might be too light or not too "manly" of a color for me. Im glad I chose this color, it's more than I expected. The color is great, it has more of an aqua color appearance in person.
The IR sensor and noise canceling mic is centered and does not affect the sound quality performance. As for the headphone cutout it is wide allowing headphones (straight or L shaped) to fit properly.
The charge port cutout is wide allowing OEM to third party cables to be used with this case.
I do have a screen protector (cheap one) on my phone. The case does Not affect my screen protector. Meaning it does not raise any edges or cause any type of push to the screen protector.
The lip of the case greatly protects the screen from getting scratched while laying the phone screen down on a table or any flat surface; while at the same time adds a completely new appearance and feel for the user.
As you can see from the image below the case is just about a hair thinner compared to the platinum series case or "seido" case.
Overall I think the case is of premium quality. It seems very durable and will protect your phone from getting scuffed on the edges from accidental drops. This case exceeded my expectations thinking it would be just like the average tpu cases I have used on my past devices. I recommend this case to anyone looking into purchasing a tpu case. For the price listed on amazon I think its worth the purchase.
Edit: The camera is horrible with flash. I constantly get a blue tint on all pictures now. Only with the case on of course. Have moved back to previous case because of this.
Thanks to Cruzerlite and XDA for the opportunity of reviewing this case.
Thanks, hope this review helps someone who is considering a Cruzerlite and purchasing this case.
Appreciate you looking, IMO it's a well made case and comes in a variety of colors and styles.
Thanks for your indepth review j510, your case looks like it fits perfectly.
Damn that second one is Hnnnnnnng.... :victory:
picachux said:
Damn that second one is Hnnnnnnng.... :victory:
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It is a nice ICS blue
HiredGUN.45 said:
Appreciate you looking, IMO it's a well made case and comes in a variety of colors and styles.
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Just got the darker blue and it is also very nice
Droidguy987 said:
Just got the darker blue and it is also very nice
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How long did it take you to receive your case from when you provided your shipping info? I'm really excited to try this case out.
GreenXSniper said:
How long did it take you to receive your case from when you provided your shipping info? I'm really excited to try this case out.
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About 11 days no tracking shipped from germany
Received my green case yesterday, after a day of use around the job site I am gratefully impressed with the case. I'll try to get some pictures up tomorrow I'm not usually to much for tpu cases but CruzerLite has done it with this one. The textured back makes it not slippery, I've also taken the case on and off a bunch of times trying to see if it's going to stretch out and or wear to the point it doesn't fit properly. To my amazement I still fits perfectly, I've actually like it so much I want to pick up a couple more colors. The one and only thing that I don't personally care for that much is the icon pattern on the back but the good definitely out weighs the bad, I've also had a few people say they like the green case on black S4. If you are debating the case all i can say is don't great case and doesn't add much bulk. :good:
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Received my green case yesterday, after a day of use around the job site I am gratefully impressed with the case. I'll try to get some pictures up tomorrow I'm not usually to much for tpu cases but CruzerLite has done it with this one. The textured back makes it not slippery, I've also taken the case on and off a bunch of times trying to see if it's going to stretch out and or wear to the point it doesn't fit properly. To my amazement I still fits perfectly, I've actually like it so much I want to pick up a couple more colors. The one and only thing that I don't personally care for that much is the icon pattern on the back but the good definitely out weighs the bad, I've also had a few people say they like the green case on black S4. If you are debating the case all i can say is don't great case and doesn't add much bulk. :good:
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Look forward to the pictures
Droidguy987 said:
Look forward to the pictures
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Was super busy today didn't get a chance to get the pictures taken
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xxwckdxx said:
Was super busy today didn't get a chance to get the pictures taken
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I understand
Green Galaxy S4 case Pics
Here you go.... bare with me used my wife's Epic 4g Touch to take the pictures.
I got the white Open Experience case today. I want to thank Cruzerlite for sending this case! My first impressions: the case feels very nice in the hand [better than anything I've bought off eBay for the same price this case goes for]. The cutouts are very precise (only thing is the speaker beside the USB port is slightly off but I am sure it will get fixed but no big deal as it doesn't cover it fully). There is a plus! I'm using a Spigen glass.tR slim and the case fits perfectly without chipping it off. Protection is minimal, the same you can expect with any cases in this category, however it does add a slight lip raising the phone's screen (even with my glass screen protector). The case is quite stylish it makes the phone stand out. I received the white one and dang the thing looks good with my black S4 (good contrast). Buttons are easy to press. Overall quality!
Sorry for the picture quality, they are taken with a Blackberry Curve
Might have been just a slight defect with yours or maybe the white one, my green one is spot on. By the way that white does look nice, thanks again Cruzlite
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Blue open experience case
Hey Guys,
So I received my case for beta testing and on first glance, the case feels amazing. I will post pictures soon, but in the time being I have uploaded a video review/unboxing of the case. enjoy
LINK to VIDEO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8K_8JsAx5O4
Hi , There .
My name is Ben Hoffman , if you are familian with A C forum you will know i am the formed Admin and i was quite good at accessories.
I just joined this forum a couple days ago . So here we go , let us talk about cases .
And the boss of this forum sent me an email , i am so flatted , he is such a nice guy .
I am keep receive more cases from now , so i only add reviews that i already tested , and i will update them when i receive them
Otterbox LGG5 Review
Today i just make a brief review for my lg g5 cases
It's taken more drops then anything.
However, I dropped one star for it's method of installation. Here's why; For this device, I have the extra battery, external charger and USB accessory kit. While under normal use this battery does nicely for a day, I am not a normal user. I can kill a battery FAST. So having two is heaven for me. But getting this case open to get to the phone to swap batteries could have been easier for this particular device. The phone is so ridiculously simple to get into (LOVE IT!). It also obviously won't fit the extra 'friend' parts so far. If I find a solid case that would, I'd consider that one. With my hands, this case is difficult for me to get on and off to swap batteries. But it is the best case out there right now cause I WILL drop my phone.
As it sits, this is still the strongest case out there. Easier to get into might include the Commuter but it also forgoes the screen protector. Wife had one of those last time around and her screen is cracked.
Update: (redid this cause for some reason it didn't show me as a verified purchase the first time... odd) Also I did find the best way to open this case is to use the handle from a basic fingernail clipper or a wide flathead screwdriver from my leatherman. Don't twist it, just push slightly and they unlock. This one is HARD to do with the fingers (at least right now). I suspect they made the connections stronger then before cause of how easy they were to break.
Most people want to customize their phone beyond how it looks out of the box and have some options in the future. I got my wife the G5 a couple days ago and she loved the way it looks but loved it even more after this case.
The case comes in an impressive plastic box with a cut out in the front and a company description on the back. Inside the box is the case and a detailed set of instructions on how to remove the case, along with some product information.
The case fits on easily enough. Remove the gold plastic ring that is on the outside of the case and fit the phone into the TPU shell. Then reapply the gold plastic ring. This is the most difficult part, since not all of the gold plastic ring wants to click in easily, especially around the volume buttons and across from the volume buttons. Once you get everything snapped in you're good to go. The back of the case comes up enough to protect the dual camera's sensors and on button and has a smooth and comfortable feeling downward slope that makes it easy to index the button without looking. The bottom portion of the downward slope is longer than the top portion so allow your finger to fit at the proper angle.
The back of the case is textured but does not feel rough and the side is smooth. The volume buttons are more or less flush with the side of the gold plastic ring portion, but are reliable and easy to use. The bottom has a cutout for the type-c port and speaker, as well as a cutout at the top for the 3.5mm jack and IR blasters. In these areas the gold plastic ring portion is positioned on one side of the cutout and does not go all the way around it.
There are a couple negatives about this case. First, since the back is textured it makes it difficult to securely affix a “fashion ring”, which my wife likes to use. She had this case on today and was holding the phone by the ring when the phone detached and fell to the ground. I'm happy say the case protected the phone fully from its first drop, but this slight niggle might make this case spend more time on a shelf than on the phone in the future. The other negative is that reinforcing ring looks a little too plasticky. I have about 10 other cases for this phone currently, and a few have metallic-looking parts that are plastic but manage to have a more metal look to it. The case is extremely well made, but the plastic ring detracts from the premium look of the case in my opinion.
Link @Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Artech-21-Ark...d=1462662201&sr=8-11&keywords=lg+g5+slim+case
It is 15.99 dollars . 20% off coupon artech21
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i receive an email from the manufactory , they are on a lighting deal now for the lg g5 now
Link https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_...alias=specialty-aps&field-keywords=lg+g5+case
all the lg g5 cases are 2.99 dollars with coupon : G7NFEDFS
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3 Lazer Case for LG G5
finally recieved this case in the mail. To be honest, I was surprised at the high quality. When you're a maker of phones cases, it's dificult to make a name for yourself when you have companies like Spigen and Caseology as your competitors. Those companies have already established themselves.
What I liked most about this case was the attention to detail. Like the name suggests, the laser in the name really signifies how thought out everything seems. The cutouts were on point and the volume buttons were tactile, which always keeps me happy. The material for the case has a little bit of a rough touch to it. I'm on the fence about this. I think it's great for a more rugged person but not for all.
The packaging was the only thing that looked cheap. But I'd rathwr them cut money on that end than spend a bunch like Spigen for no real reason.
Overall, this is a great first Artech case to introduce itself. Spigen and Caseology may have a new competitor.
Below is my wife's reveiw
The only criticism I have at this point it is that it did not come with a screen protector which is absolutely vital for for my phones because they go through much abuse. Other than that amazing product crisis perfect great job company well done .
Link
http://www.amazon.com/Artech-21-Lay...id=1462662201&sr=8-1&keywords=lg+g5+slim+case
15.98 dollars ,and you can use artech21 to have 20 % off
Review i found on youtube
UAG Case For LG G5
The Urban Armor Gear Ash case for the LG G5 is the best looking for case for the LG G5. When I first brought my LG G5, I was not sure if I liked the look of it. I ordered this case and once I put it on the device, it gave my device a unique look. It gives the device a rugged military look. The device also has a nice lip when I drop my phone face first the lip of the case hits the ground first. If you have a LG G5 pick this case up.
I've dropped my phones only a handful of times. every time these cases saved my phone from what would have been catastrophic destruction in any other case.
I recently purchased the LG G5. I immediately purchased a UAG case(Ash), a wet apply screen protector and a longer charge cable. When the case arrived I was pleased at first but then. I noticed some inconsistencies having owned these cases before. The plastic and rubber feels much cheaper. The plastic is very slippery feeling in the hand. The rubber is hard, and where the cutouts are it's sharp and abrasive on your fingers. while holding the case the charge port sits on your pinky, with extensive use its very uncomfortable. also above the charge port the rubber is very thin and flimsy and feels like it might tear off.
Someone might gonna know the comparision between Otterbox and UAG . I have to say both of them are premium quality , but Otterbox is more bulky and have extra front panel protection also with a holster . UAG is a lightweight case , also cost 20 dollars less than otterbox
it actually up to yourself , i feel like the touch of Otterbox , but i do not mind to use UAG as daily drive
Link http://www.amazon.com/Feather-light...qid=1462662713&sr=8-1&keywords=lg+g5+uag+case
sorry guys, but Spigen's Neo Hybrid case takes the cake on this one.
http://www.amazon.com/Spigen®-Hybri...d=1462675404&sr=8-2&keywords=spigen+lg+g5+neo
Also, you can get it for free when you sign up for the Super5tar Review program.
shinobix37 said:
sorry guys, but Spigen's Neo Hybrid case takes the cake on this one.
http://www.amazon.com/Spigen®-Hybri...d=1462675404&sr=8-2&keywords=spigen+lg+g5+neo
Also, you can get it for free when you sign up for the Super5tar Review program.
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sure , the artech21 emailed me that if any interesting in reveiw their case , they can go to the facebook.com/artech21 , simply tell them which case you want to review , they will take good care of you
I just got the Spigen Rugged Armor, amazing case, feels really well made, nice snug fit with really precise cut-outs.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01B1GQG3G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also have the Spigen Rugged Armor Case, i'm fine with that one. I was surprised about the quality from the Screen Protector they delivered it with.
I wait that spigen case and ringke onyx. Now i use spigen neo hybrid
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I just got the Spigen Rugged Armor, amazing case, feels really well made, nice snug fit with really precise cut-outs.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01B1GQG3G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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well , i have been an editor for these thing for a long time , before i moved to xda
you will never know the difference and the cost
to me , they are the same , except the concept for marketing , but please forget those crap from ebay
BrunoSlivar said:
I wait that spigen case and ringke onyx. Now i use spigen neo hybrid
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Case for battery change out.
Id like to find a case that I don't have to completely remove to change out the battery. Has anyone made something like this?
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Id like to find a case that I don't have to completely remove to change out the battery. Has anyone made something like this?
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Spigen and voia have them.
kms108 said:
Spigen and voia have them.
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I have had that case for a while , the bottom part of thecase will be loose
dallasmanic said:
I have had that case for a while , the bottom part of thecase will be loose
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I've been using my voia for a few weeks now, still works will, not had problems with the bottom getting loose, on the side note, I do have 3 extra bottom for spares.
kms108 said:
I've been using my voia for a few weeks now, still works will, not had problems with the bottom getting loose, on the side note, I do have 3 extra bottom for spares.
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thank you for your reply
I must say the Unicorn Beetle Pro is best, fully enclosed case...
https://www.amazon.com/SUPCASE-Full...0&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=unicorn+beattle+lg+g5
dallasmanic said:
Hi , There .
My name is Ben Hoffman , if you are familian with A C forum you will know i am the formed Admin and i was quite good at accessories.
I just joined this forum a couple days ago . So here we go , let us talk about cases .
And the boss of this forum sent me an email , i am so flatted , he is such a nice guy .
I am keep receive more cases from now , so i only add reviews that i already tested , and i will update them when i receive them
Otterbox LGG5 Review
Today i just make a brief review for my lg g5 cases
It's taken more drops then anything.
However, I dropped one star for it's method of installation. Here's why; For this device, I have the extra battery, external charger and USB accessory kit. While under normal use this battery does nicely for a day, I am not a normal user. I can kill a battery FAST. So having two is heaven for me. But getting this case open to get to the phone to swap batteries could have been easier for this particular device. The phone is so ridiculously simple to get into (LOVE IT!). It also obviously won't fit the extra 'friend' parts so far. If I find a solid case that would, I'd consider that one. With my hands, this case is difficult for me to get on and off to swap batteries. But it is the best case out there right now cause I WILL drop my phone.
As it sits, this is still the strongest case out there. Easier to get into might include the Commuter but it also forgoes the screen protector. Wife had one of those last time around and her screen is cracked.
Update: (redid this cause for some reason it didn't show me as a verified purchase the first time... odd) Also I did find the best way to open this case is to use the handle from a basic fingernail clipper or a wide flathead screwdriver from my leatherman. Don't twist it, just push slightly and they unlock. This one is HARD to do with the fingers (at least right now). I suspect they made the connections stronger then before cause of how easy they were to break.
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I have used a otter box since HTC evo 3g, since then I have never even bought a phone unless they made a case for it. I as well can go thru 3 or 4 charges a day. On my phone 24/7. But with fast charge and the strength of the otter box, I believe its a fair trade.
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dallasmanic said:
Most people want to customize their phone beyond how it looks out of the box and have some options in the future. I got my wife the G5 a couple days ago and she loved the way it looks but loved it even more after this case.
The case comes in an impressive plastic box with a cut out in the front and a company description on the back. Inside the box is the case and a detailed set of instructions on how to remove the case, along with some product information.
The case fits on easily enough. Remove the gold plastic ring that is on the outside of the case and fit the phone into the TPU shell. Then reapply the gold plastic ring. This is the most difficult part, since not all of the gold plastic ring wants to click in easily, especially around the volume buttons and across from the volume buttons. Once you get everything snapped in you're good to go. The back of the case comes up enough to protect the dual camera's sensors and on button and has a smooth and comfortable feeling downward slope that makes it easy to index the button without looking. The bottom portion of the downward slope is longer than the top portion so allow your finger to fit at the proper angle.
The back of the case is textured but does not feel rough and the side is smooth. The volume buttons are more or less flush with the side of the gold plastic ring portion, but are reliable and easy to use. The bottom has a cutout for the type-c port and speaker, as well as a cutout at the top for the 3.5mm jack and IR blasters. In these areas the gold plastic ring portion is positioned on one side of the cutout and does not go all the way around it.
There are a couple negatives about this case. First, since the back is textured it makes it difficult to securely affix a “fashion ring”, which my wife likes to use. She had this case on today and was holding the phone by the ring when the phone detached and fell to the ground. I'm happy say the case protected the phone fully from its first drop, but this slight niggle might make this case spend more time on a shelf than on the phone in the future. The other negative is that reinforcing ring looks a little too plasticky. I have about 10 other cases for this phone currently, and a few have metallic-looking parts that are plastic but manage to have a more metal look to it. The case is extremely well made, but the plastic ring detracts from the premium look of the case in my opinion.
Link @Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Artech-21-Ark...d=1462662201&sr=8-11&keywords=lg+g5+slim+case
It is 15.99 dollars . 20% off coupon artech21
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For $12.80 I will give it a shot, can't beat that price. I like that is has so many color options. Most companies have maybe 3 .
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fiddy619 said:
I must say the Unicorn Beetle Pro is best, fully enclosed case...
https://www.amazon.com/SUPCASE-Full...0&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=unicorn+beattle+lg+g5
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I'm actually really contemplating getting this case, does the phone have any wiggle room in the case at all? I hope not. Also how's ur screen quality as far as touch and appearance
NexusS4gFreak said:
I'm actually really contemplating getting this case, does the phone have any wiggle room in the case at all? I hope not. Also how's ur screen quality as far as touch and appearance
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I had that case on my G3 until it conked out. I can attest that the case is absolutely sturdy and rugged and could survive just about anything perhaps (besides bullets or being run over by an 18 wheeler). The built-in screen protector is god awful though so you'll have to cut it out and replace it with something else.
I didn't want the exact same case for my G5 so I got the Premium version of that case with the transparent back and metal studs:
https://www.amazon.com/SUPCASE-Unicorn-Premium-Protective-Black/dp/B01BRFWXM4
The phone looks beautiful in it and it also carries the Military Standard 810G-516.6 drop protection, it doesn't include a screen protector but adding one yourself is highly preferable to a built-in one that you will have to replace right out of the box.