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case for nexus shipping delay..anyone know if tmo stores have cases in stock?

Can I just overpay for one at tmobile so i dont break my damn phone before the stupid cases i ordered ship? the ones i picked (poetic) arent showing shipping for another 2 weeks so i want to buy something now to hold me over.

I know you can get one on ebay for ~$125 if your super desperate or you can buy another companies one for super cheap until it comes in

nyvram1 said:
Can I just overpay for one at tmobile so i dont break my damn phone before the stupid cases i ordered ship? the ones i picked (poetic) arent showing shipping for another 2 weeks so i want to buy something now to hold me over.
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I haven't seen any reports of any TMo stores carrying accessories. However, your mileage may vary depending on location.

My store couldn't even do a simple sim swap right let alone figure out if there were any plans to carry the bumper.

I find myself around 3 different company owned T-mobile stores daily. 1 by my apartment, 1 by the subway on the way to work, and another down the block from my job. Combined, each one gives a good representation of what T-mobile is offering in general... Meaning that none of the 3 have the same total inventory, and they all have more to offer then the others. Depends on your phone I would guess. For example, I won't stereotype but the T-mobile by my apartment has a TON of stuff for the Samsung Galaxy line, while the others have either more HTC, LG, and oddly enough a lot of Nokia. Like I didn't even know there were that many Nokia accessories available...
My point is, I've asked every day in a combination of the 3 stores if they have covers or cases yet for the N4. Each store either pulled something out of their ass, or were at least straight with me by saying no, and they don't know when. This is as of today.
What I ended up doing on Wednesday was heading to the AT&T right next door to my job to pick up a LG Optimus G bumper case. Obviously not perfect, but strangely enough very ideal. It actually made me want to get the Google bumper case because it frames the phone well while showing it off. Unfortunately though, it was designed for the Optimus G. It really "squares" off the phone a lot, to the point where it looks like you actually have an OG in there. If you can deal with the bulk till something more ideal comes along, I recommend it.... Here's the rub though. On Friday, I received the thin TPU case that I had ordered from eBay. It's definitely worth the $3 I paid for it, but I'm still holding out for either a 3DO or a bumper case. I'll keep asking, and I'll update this post if/when I find that T-mobile has cases in the stores.

XxSuntoucherxX said:
... but I'm still holding out for either a 3DO or a bumper case.
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Has anyone tried the Tech21 Impact Slip case for S3 with a Nexus4? The dimensions are not too different, so i'm playing with an idea to order one, but it is quite pricey and i'm a bit reluctant to order...

call your local store
called my local tmobile store, they just got cases today for n4. $30 Bucks, amazing case, perfect fit, there are covers on power/vol but they are impressive, easier to press than without the case.
best yet its not bulky at all.
case is a body glove, white. here's the s3 version of the same case: as it's not even listed on their website yet.
Dual layer protection
Gel, impact resistant interior
Hard shell exterior to defend against bumps, scratches, and more
Comfortable side grips for extra cushioning

Case-Mate POP Case - Samsung Galaxy Note Edge

I got the Case-Mate POP Case from AT&T. My phone comes Monday, so my options for picking up a case local were limited.
It seems to be well made. I wasn't thrilled about the ~$30 price tag though.
They also sell the Incipio Silver/Black DualPro Shine but I didn't get to see it in person.

Stoodo said:
I got the Case-Mate POP Case from AT&T. My phone comes Monday, so my options for picking up a case local were limited.
It seems to be well made. I wasn't thrilled about the ~$30 price tag though.
They also sell the Incipio Silver/Black DualPro Shine but I didn't get to see it in person.
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Did you actually pick up at local store? I am curious to know about the case because I need a case and don't want to wait few weeks for a decent case to hip and come in the mail but not a lot of options around.
My concerns with the case is how sturdy the kickstand feels nd does it come with screen protector.

Yes, I picked it up at a local store. Only two in the area had stock according to the online inventory.
The kickstand is kind of flimsy, but I think it'll do the job.
It did not come with a screen protector.

I purchased the case mate pop case and installed it on my note edge and it fits perfectly:good:

Excellent. My phone has been delivered and I can't wait to try it. I'm currently stuck at work. Boo

Got the case on. I think it is an amazing case and the fit is very nice. The phone is much more grippy.
With the exception of the wussy kickstand, it is almost perfect.

Stoodo said:
Got the case on. I think it is an amazing case and the fit is very nice. The phone is much more grippy.
With the exception of the wussy kickstand, it is almost perfect.
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Got it last night and I completely agree.
It is thin, protective, the side grips are great and the kickstand is an added bonus.
So far, so good.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N915A using XDA Free mobile app

I agree also. I started with the Samsung flip case but stopped in to the store today to get a screen protector and noticed the Pop case. I swapped the flip case for it. It looks awesome and now I finally feel like the phone is protected and complete. I have the UAG case coming, but not sure it is going to beat the Case-Mate honestly.
A couple of pics for those on the fence about ordering it.

Does the phone fit into a Samsung dock with the case on?

I don't have the dock but if the dock is form-fitting to the Edge's profile...then I doubt it.
Sent via the Samsung Galaxy Note® Edge, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone

I looked at it at an AT&T store, even trying it on my phone, but my only concern was how far the S-Pen ends up buried in that case. The opening to get a finger in to remove the S-Pen is quite small. I was unable to get it out at all. Do any of you have a similar experience?

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I looked at it at an AT&T store, even trying it on my phone, but my only concern was how far the S-Pen ends up buried in that case. The opening to get a finger in to remove the S-Pen is quite small. I was unable to get it out at all. Do any of you have a similar experience?
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With the groove on the metal of the s-pen, I'm easily able to pull it out w my fingernail.
It is in there good, though, but that groove makes it completely fine.
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You know what, I hate lazy customer service and usless people. I went into an at&t store on friday when I got my phone. They said they had an edge demo but no products. On a whim today, I did a search for store availability on the at&t site for this very case, no less thgan 4 said the case was in store. I went to the nearest one (the same one thgat said they had nothing on friday). I showed them the internet site for at&t that said the case was there. The guy checked in the back and said: nope, no case. I said your store locator said you do. He obliged me and sasd let me check one more place.
Under the samsung phones in a covered drawer were 3 freaking cases. 3! I could have had this on friday. I say all this to say if at&T says they don't have it, and the internet says they do, make thgem actually look.

steve austin said:
You know what, I hate lazy customer service and usless people. I went into an at&t store on friday when I got my phone. They said they had an edge demo but no products. On a whim today, I did a search for store availability on the at&t site for this very case, no less thgan 4 said the case was in store. I went to the nearest one (the same one thgat said they had nothing on friday). I showed them the internet site for at&t that said the case was there. The guy checked in the back and said: nope, no case. I said your store locator said you do. He obliged me and sasd let me check one more place.
Under the samsung phones in a covered drawer were 3 freaking cases. 3! I could have had this on friday. I say all this to say if at&T says they don't have it, and the internet says they do, make thgem actually look.
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How do you like the case and the Edge thus far?
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N915A using XDA Free mobile app

67srbell said:
How do you like the case and the Edge thus far?
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N915A using XDA Free mobile app
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honestly, at first i thought for $30 i was getting hosed. it fees really flimsy out of the box. however, when i put it on the phone is fit like a glove and made the over all grip more solid in the hand. its like suction. i see no reason to ever buy a case for these high-end phones with killer screens and NOT have a kickstand for movies/youtube. therefore, i will stick with it until i have to get a new kickstand. so for now i would reccomend it.

If anyone has an old holster for the otterbox note 2 or 3, can u check and see if this fits in it.
I read the incipio case does, but I would prefer this case for the kickstand feature

Has anyone seen this case in white or only black?

steve austin said:
You know what, I hate lazy customer service and usless people. I went into an at&t store on friday when I got my phone. They said they had an edge demo but no products. On a whim today, I did a search for store availability on the at&t site for this very case, no less thgan 4 said the case was in store. I went to the nearest one (the same one thgat said they had nothing on friday). I showed them the internet site for at&t that said the case was there. The guy checked in the back and said: nope, no case. I said your store locator said you do. He obliged me and sasd let me check one more place.
Under the samsung phones in a covered drawer were 3 freaking cases. 3! I could have had this on friday. I say all this to say if at&T says they don't have it, and the internet says they do, make thgem actually look.
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I had the same EXACT problem at the store I visited. Went in was greeted, and told someone would be right with me. I went ahead to look at the cases, a guy came up and asked what I needed. I told him and he said nope we don't have them. I told him it said they did online, he said he would look in the back because they did get a shipment earlier. Well he must have gone in the back and just twiddled his thumbs. So I go back to looking for myself and lo and behold they had the smart folio. I moved to another display and they had the incipio case. I tired it but didn't like it and then flagged another salesperson down to say I know you have the casemate one because it says so online please go find it. and he did. Why do I have to inform them of what they have? SIGH

TechieT said:
I had the same EXACT problem at the store I visited. Went in was greeted, and told someone would be right with me. I went ahead to look at the cases, a guy came up and asked what I needed. I told him and he said nope we don't have them. I told him it said they did online, he said he would look in the back because they did get a shipment earlier. Well he must have gone in the back and just twiddled his thumbs. So I go back to looking for myself and lo and behold they had the smart folio. I moved to another display and they had the incipio case. I tired it but didn't like it and then flagged another salesperson down to say I know you have the casemate one because it says so online please go find it. and he did. Why do I have to inform them of what they have? SIGH
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It would say it is the store. I called the ATT store today and asked them if they had the Case-Mate POP in stock, they put me on-hold, came back said they found it and would put it aside for me until I got there. Drove there 30 minutes later. They brought it out paid for it and was out of the store in less than 10 minutes.
The one I have is mostly black with dark grey on the sides. Fits perfectly. Now I'm just waiting on the Screen Protector.

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It would say it is the store. I called the ATT store today and asked them if they had the Case-Mate POP in stock, they put me on-hold, came back said they found it and would put it aside for me until I got there. Drove there 30 minutes later. They brought it out paid for it and was out of the store in less than 10 minutes.
The one I have is mostly black with dark grey on the sides. Fits perfectly. Now I'm just waiting on the Screen Protector.
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The AT&T screen protector by Invisishield is actually pretty good. I usually stay away from Zagg-type protectors due to the rubbery, sticky feel. But this one is a definite step up. Plus it installed with no bubbles and can't even tell it's there!
Sent via the Samsung Galaxy Note® Edge, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone

Love MEI Case - Note 4

Ordered my SM-910C Note 4 on Friday. Bought overnight shipping. It will arrive sometime today. Looked hard at dozens of cases on eBay and a few on YouTube on Saturday. Even though this case looks chunky, the phone itself will probably feel huge in lady hands, so I bought it. The case shipped from Maryland and believe it or not, it arrived in my morning mail. Love this case. My fingers will have to stretch but it looks and feels like a tank ... I won't have to worry about whether or not it will protect my Note. Besides the size, just know, this case os HEAVY even without the phone in it. I don't care though. diane

shEEEsh said:
Ordered my SM-910C Note 4 on Friday. Bought overnight shipping. It will arrive sometime today. Looked hard at dozens of cases on eBay and a few on YouTube on Saturday. Even though this case looks chunky, the phone itself will probably feel huge in lady hands, so I bought it. The case shipped from Maryland and believe it or not, it arrived in my morning mail. Love this case. My fingers will have to stretch but it looks and feels like a tank ... I won't have to worry about whether or not it will protect my Note. Besides the size, just know, this case os HEAVY even without the phone in it. I don't care though. diane
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Give us some pictures.

do you have a Verizon phone? The pictures they posted online only show one hole position and with the change in Verizon Note 4 microphones I am curious if they support that.

icemanaccord said:
do you have a Verizon phone? The pictures they posted online only show one hole position and with the change in Verizon Note 4 microphones I am curious if they support that.
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I don't have the Verizon phone.

I'm also have two love mei cases from 2014,yeah it surely heavy even without the Note.Firstly have one from eBay,disappoint that the glass comes broken and wait the replacement glass from seller and it never comes until now,if someone of a same experience from eBay seller? Again ordered from lovemeicases.com and get the case shortly as order confirmed and have it for protection all the way, firstly I'm hanging between love mei and lunatik and now come to a conclusion that the love mei case is a reliable one indeed if you don't care too much the bulky,for the case don't effect the operation experience as expected,let alone the extreme protection performance,the only thing you may care is going to buy from verified seller,anyway,purchase from eBay seller is not a pretty experience indeed....good luck!

Resale value

I'm the first owner of a brand new Nexus 5 and have had the phone for quite some time now however it has only been used for a good month so instead of it sitting in my cupboard gathering dust, I thought it would be a good idea to move it on.
What's the resale value like on these?
It has the latest Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow and there are no faults whatsoever. All buttons work, screen is perfect with a screen protector and comes with a genuine Nexus 5 Bumper Case and all original packaging and accessories. No scratches, marks or scrapes and I am located in Sydney, Australia.
I've had a look at eBay but prices and value fluctuate quite a bit so it's hard to get an accurate figure. Is it worthwhile selling or should I keep it as a backup phone?

Your best option would be to look at Swappa.com. You can use your XDA login there.

Tilduh said:
I'm the first owner of a brand new Nexus 5 and have had the phone for quite some time now however it has only been used for a good month so instead of it sitting in my cupboard gathering dust, I thought it would be a good idea to move it on.
What's the resale value like on these?
It has the latest Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow and there are no faults whatsoever. All buttons work, screen is perfect with a screen protector and comes with a genuine Nexus 5 Bumper Case and all original packaging and accessories. No scratches, marks or scrapes and I am located in Sydney, Australia.
I've had a look at eBay but prices and value fluctuate quite a bit so it's hard to get an accurate figure. Is it worthwhile selling or should I keep it as a backup phone?
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You won't get a whole lot for it. A 32gb N5 can be found for around $160 new. If yours is a 32, then it's probably worth around $130 since it was used for a month. A red model will get a lot more.

Mine is a 32GB Nexus 5. I honestly thought it would fetch a bit more than that but thank you for letting me know. I am going to be posting it up on eBay and possibly on Swappa as crachel has recommended. If I can't get close enough to that price then I may just end up storing it as a backup phone.
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Your best option would be to look at Swappa.com. You can use your XDA login there.
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Great! Thank you for the link. I might have a go and post it up on eBay too.

Armadillotek cases

Has anybody had any experience with them?...anybody recieved a free case in exchange for some social media reviews? I've been offered a free case.... They want to paypal me the money to order it from Amazon. I thought that was kinda strange... Why wouldn't they just send one? Too good to be true?
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BoomerShooter74 said:
Has anybody had any experience with them?...anybody recieved a free case in exchange for some social media reviews? I've been offered a free case.... They want to paypal me the money to order it from Amazon. I thought that was kinda strange... Why wouldn't they just send one? Too good to be true?
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They're trying to tap-dance around the fact that they're expecting a Quid Pro Quo (a free case in exchange for a favorable review):
They're giving you money instead of the case,so they can technically say it's not,as you're buying it with your own money.
Yes,you're under no obligation to post a rating of any sort.
But,what they're buying from you is for the review to be listed as a "Verified Purchase",giving the appearance of an unsolicited/no-strings review.
If I were you,I'd report what they're doing to Amazon.
Show Amazon the correspondence you've received.
Yeah,you'll be out of a "free" case,but,JMHO,it's a small price to pay to help keep the reviews honest & legitimate.

BoomerShooter74 said:
Has anybody had any experience with them?...anybody recieved a free case in exchange for some social media reviews? I've been offered a free case.... They want to paypal me the money to order it from Amazon. I thought that was kinda strange... Why wouldn't they just send one? Too good to be true?
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KOLIOSIS said:
They're trying to tap-dance around the fact that they're expecting a Quid Pro Quo (a free case in exchange for a favorable review):
They're giving you money instead of the case,so they can technically say it's not,as you're buying it with your own money.
Yes,you're under no obligation to post a rating of any sort.
But,what they're buying from you is for the review to be listed as a "Verified Purchase",giving the appearance of an unsolicited/no-strings review.
If I were you,I'd report what they're doing to Amazon.
Show Amazon the correspondence you've received.
Yeah,you'll be out of a "free" case,but,JMHO,it's a small price to pay to help keep the reviews honest & legitimate.
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Yeah that's a shady way of doing business man. If you really do make great products, let your product speak for itself but making it good quality.

Have it and ita good not bulky too

I actually own 3 of these cases. I was just doing research on maybe getting an S10 for my wife, and the first thing I checked was if ArmadiloTek was going to make a case or not. While looking up info, I realized I never left a review on Amazon. Obviously, if I bought 3 of them, I like them, but people don't get to see my purchase history, so they wouldn't know I'm a fan. I just uploaded this review on Amazon.
BTW - For the price, I think it's hard to beat. Also, if they offer a free case to someone hoping for a review, they are also taking the chance that someone who's not willing to spend $20 for a case is also the type to bash them online for silly things. Unless they are actually soliciting a "Positive" review, giving away a product and asking for a review is pretty normal. Especially for a new company. I've been to plenty of restaurants and bars that offer instant coupons if you go online and right a review, or they give you something free for filling out a survey.
************************** My Amazon Review **************************
Now I can write a real review after actually using this case, everyday, for more that 4 months. I bought 3 Note9's in September because they were so cheap. I also bought 3 different cases. All 3 cases had built-in screen protectors.
Immediately after getting the cases and comparing them, I ordered another ArmadiloTek case for my 11 year old son's Note9. That was the phone I was most concerned about having protected.
About 1 month later, I had to order another ArmadiloTek, because my mom wanted a stronger case and a kickstand.
In total, I've purchased 3 of these cases in different colors. They are awesome! I've dropped my phone a few times, and I'm sure my son has dropped his plenty. He rides his scooter w/ a Note9 hanging halfway out of his pocket. None of the phones or cases have any damage.
This is definitely my go to case from now on. Not as bulky as other rugged cases, better price, and they work amazing.
I hope they continue to grow, so they can offer more covers for other phones. My wife choose a S9 because she didn't want a large phone. Her case cracked the first time it fell and the case is all scratched up, because it's not an ArmadiloTek case.

I got one of these today and have a question for people who have one.
is the screen protector on yours TIGHT against your phone display cause mine isnt. when I tap the screen I can see and hear the plastic protector hit the screen.
Is this normal or do I have a defective one? (and yes, the peel offs are removed)

ratchetrizzo said:
I got one of these today and have a question for people who have one.
is the screen protector on yours TIGHT against your phone display cause mine isnt. when I tap the screen I can see and hear the plastic protector hit the screen.
Is this normal or do I have a defective one? (and yes, the peel offs are removed)
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It's normal unfortunately. Any device that has a built in plastic screen protector will do that unless you find a way to have the device firmly and stiffly up against the front if the case. You can try filling behind the device with small flat sheets of paper cut out to match the device shape on the back. Adding a rear glass protector may help. Just not sure how much it would though.

Jammol said:
It's normal unfortunately. Any device that has a built in plastic screen protector will do that unless you find a way to have the device firmly and stiffly up against the front if the case. You can try filling behind the device with small flat sheets of paper cut out to match the device shape on the back. Adding a rear glass protector may help. Just not sure how much it would though.
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thanks, makes me want to think about removing the built in one (the website has info on how to hair dryer it off) and buy a hard plastic one.
the case is awesome though, especially for ten bucks shipped

ratchetrizzo said:
thanks, makes me want to think about removing the built in one (the website has info on how to hair dryer it off) and buy a hard plastic one.
the case is awesome though, especially for ten bucks shipped
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I miss plexiglass screen protectors.

wawaweewa said:
Have it and ita good not bulky too
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how good is it? I saw some review complaint about the finishment!

If they are willing to give me one for free, I will be fine!

FastRX8 said:
I actually own 3 of these cases. I was just doing research on maybe getting an S10 for my wife, and the first thing I checked was if ArmadiloTek was going to make a case or not. While looking up info, I realized I never left a review on Amazon. Obviously, if I bought 3 of them, I like them, but people don't get to see my purchase history, so they wouldn't know I'm a fan. I just uploaded this review on Amazon.
BTW - For the price, I think it's hard to beat. Also, if they offer a free case to someone hoping for a review, they are also taking the chance that someone who's not willing to spend $20 for a case is also the type to bash them online for silly things. Unless they are actually soliciting a "Positive" review, giving away a product and asking for a review is pretty normal. Especially for a new company. I've been to plenty of restaurants and bars that offer instant coupons if you go online and right a review, or they give you something free for filling out a survey.
************************** My Amazon Review **************************
Now I can write a real review after actually using this case, everyday, for more that 4 months. I bought 3 Note9's in September because they were so cheap. I also bought 3 different cases. All 3 cases had built-in screen protectors.
Immediately after getting the cases and comparing them, I ordered another ArmadiloTek case for my 11 year old son's Note9. That was the phone I was most concerned about having protected.
About 1 month later, I had to order another ArmadiloTek, because my mom wanted a stronger case and a kickstand.
In total, I've purchased 3 of these cases in different colors. They are awesome! I've dropped my phone a few times, and I'm sure my son has dropped his plenty. He rides his scooter w/ a Note9 hanging halfway out of his pocket. None of the phones or cases have any damage.
This is definitely my go to case from now on. Not as bulky as other rugged cases, better price, and they work amazing.
I hope they continue to grow, so they can offer more covers for other phones. My wife choose a S9 because she didn't want a large phone. Her case cracked the first time it fell and the case is all scratched up, because it's not an ArmadiloTek case.
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wow, are they still open for free case review?