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This is just kinda a review of this case. I got it about a month ago off of eBay for $3.70. It was shipping from Hong-Kong, so it took almost a month to get here. It is titled "hard rubber" but its pretty much plastic with a slightly rubbery feel. It has all of the right holes for the mic, light sensor, speaker, all of that stuff. I don't think that it will protect the phone that much from drops because of the Z hinge, but definitely from scratches. The rubberiness gives you a good grip on the phone in you hand, but doesn't get stuck in pockets. When the phone is open, the case doesn't get in the way of the keyboard at all.
What I don't like about this case is that its not very removable. Its pretty much impossible to take the case off without breaking the clips that secure it. Now three of the four clips that secure the back part have broken off of mine, just because I had to access my SD. It still stays on, just kinda wobbly.
I would recommend this case, just because it's so cheap. If you need to get to the battery door, I would recommend buying a few extras so you don't have to wait for a new one to arrive if you break the back like I did. Here is a link to one on eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/Black-Hard-Rubb...Accessories&hash=item2c5b6e8929#ht_2248wt_936 Its not from the same seller that I got mine from, but this this seller is in the USA so the shipping will be faster and it is cheaper.
Also, if anyone has any suggestions for repairing the clips I would appreciate it.
Ultimately I settled on the trident case, pictures in this post. Thanks to gtny930 for finding it for us.
There are some other good case recommendations scattered through the thread, as I get the time I will source them up here for easier reference.
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Hey all, i've been searching amazon off and on for cases for our wonderful device, and finally pulled the trigger on one:
Link here
Says it's by HTC, and I ordered from BlueMall, at $0.32 I couldn't not get it...
Rubberized case, two pieces to fit the slide function, looks like a winner.
I doubt it'll be as good as an otterbox as far as protection, but a buddy of mine has an otterbox for his Inspire 4G - and suffers from serious overheating problems. Since our phone already suffers from that with the stock battery i'm gonna pass otterbox by on this phone. (Anker 1900 battery solved overheating problems for me)
Anyways, at less then $3.50 shipped, seemed like a fantastic deal.
Meantime, I have a screen protector and bodyglove on it now, which seems to be a good temporary fix until some proper protection was available. Love the glove, but to me it's only a temporary solution.
What're the rest of you doing for a case or protection for your phone? I'd love to hear about it.
ArmorSuit and HTC Messenger
I got this:
http://www.amazon.com/ArmorSuit-MilitaryShield-Protector-T-Mobile-REPLACEMENTS/dp/B0058XMYDU/ref=sr_1_3?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1314661800&sr=1-3
I posted "customer pics" of what is looks like on my phone too at Amazon.
I'm coming from the G1 and was used to the G1 sleeve so I also bought this:
http://www.amazon.com/HTC-Messenger-Pouch-HD2/dp/B003DZ13OG/ref=sr_1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1314661896&sr=1-1
It's a nice fit and doesn't stick out the top.
As a side note.. I also bought the case you posted. I like it but it won't fit over the ArmorSuit and I really like how the suit looks and feels on the MT4GS. The phone with suit fits well in the pouch...good combo in my opinion.
Found this on Ebay. Still waiting for it (and MT4GS) to come. =[
I'm not allowed to post links yet so just put a dot in between.
http://www ebay.com/itm/HTC-MYTOUCH-4G-SLIDE-Hard-Cover-Case-SUMMER-FLOWER-/220839183408?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item336b0a8430#ht_2773wt_673
Lily.
MT4GS Cases / Shells
The rubberized hard Body Glove shells offered by T-Mobile (and sold on Amazon, eBay, etc...) are bulky and are missing holes for the microphone above the camera lens. I ended up buying the full body Invisible Shield and it looks great. The only problem is that they didn't include a piece for the bottom front of the phone (under the buttons and around the touchpad). I can put a hard case over the shield if I want, for extra protection or to just change up the look.
I have the solid black case. Just some things to note. First, the back piece is very tight, and I don't think it will ever fall off. However, when removing and replacing the cover, the clips can easily scratch your phone. Second, one or two clips may not actually "clip" to the phone, but rather just get stuck near the top so it still holds from pressure. This really isn't noticeable, but it leaves indents from the pressure on the phone's case. In addition, the clips scrape up against the backside of the screen when sliding up the phone, and over time, start leaving a very noticeable mark. I corrected this with a just a strip of tape over where it was scraping.
The protector for the sliding part of the phone was a bit of an issue. It clips very tightly to the phone, but the clips scrape a lot against the edges of the phone next to the keyboard. In addition to making it a little more difficult to slide the phone, it leads to wear overtime (noticeable wear actually started in less than a few hours of normal use for me). I corrected this by actually cutting off the clips, and using double sided adhesive to stick that part of the case on. It doesn't scrape anymore, but at the same time, it just doesn't look good as the case doesn't properly hold together.
I don't really see how much of this can be fully fixed. I used to own a G1, and I didn't notice the issue of cases scratching the phone until it was too late, but I was able to notice it on my MyTouch. I'm hesitant to go for the BodyGuardz. I had one on my G1, and though it was nearly invisible protection, and protected 95% of the phone, I ended up dropping my phone and it landed on a sharp rock on part of the 5% that happened to not be covered (which ironically actually are the corners of the phone, where it is very likely to land on).
I'm actually a fan of the body glove case. I'm just waiting for something with more clearance because of the anker battery. I've heard goods things about the otterbox, but it is kinda bulky.
Sent from my MyTouch 4G Slide
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I have the solid black case. Just some things to note. First, the back piece is very tight, and I don't think it will ever fall off. However, when removing and replacing the cover, the clips can easily scratch your phone. Second, one or two clips may not actually "clip" to the phone, but rather just get stuck near the top so it still holds from pressure. This really isn't noticeable, but it leaves indents from the pressure on the phone's case. In addition, the clips scrape up against the backside of the screen when sliding up the phone, and over time, start leaving a very noticeable mark. I corrected this with a just a strip of tape over where it was scraping.
The protector for the sliding part of the phone was a bit of an issue. It clips very tightly to the phone, but the clips scrape a lot against the edges of the phone next to the keyboard. In addition to making it a little more difficult to slide the phone, it leads to wear overtime (noticeable wear actually started in less than a few hours of normal use for me). I corrected this by actually cutting off the clips, and using double sided adhesive to stick that part of the case on. It doesn't scrape anymore, but at the same time, it just doesn't look good as the case doesn't properly hold together.
I don't really see how much of this can be fully fixed. I used to own a G1, and I didn't notice the issue of cases scratching the phone until it was too late, but I was able to notice it on my MyTouch. I'm hesitant to go for the BodyGuardz. I had one on my G1, and though it was nearly invisible protection, and protected 95% of the phone, I ended up dropping my phone and it landed on a sharp rock on part of the 5% that happened to not be covered (which ironically actually are the corners of the phone, where it is very likely to land on).
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I was going to edit in my response about the case I got in the first post - but after this one I quoted I need say not much more.
I really want to like the case, it feels nice and looks good on the phone...but it makes it too much of a pain in the ... to get the back of the case off.
I didn't realize how often I pop the back of the phone open to swap out memory cards until I put the case on.
It lasted on my phone for about 3 hours before I took it off...and it scratched one corner of my phone when I did it. Scratch isn't bad, and it'll probably buff out over time, but it's the first damage the phone has suffered - ironically from the thing that was supposed to prevent this.
If you are never going to pop open the back of the phone to get to the memory card, and you don't mind the backside of your screen-half of the phone getting scratched up when you slide it open - then this is a pretty decent case.
I think the scratching the back of the screen part can be solved by using a knife to cut a sliver off the part that sticks op, then maybe using a small piece of electrical tape to cover that clip.
I like it, I want to like it, but I can't use it - I take the phone apart too damn much for a case like this to be practical.
I'm on the lookout for a gel-type case now. Think that'll be the perfect solution. If anyone finds one, please mention it here.
I got the black cheap case today. After reading the reviews I knew better than to just throw it on there. So I took a small metal file that I have, and proceeded to shave each clip down just a little. After a few trials I got the clips shaved down enough that they all fit and are not pressing against the bottom of the screen hard enough to scratch it.
The coating on this case was not really rubber. Its more of a dusted flat black. It's not slick to the touch, but it doesnt grip like the rubber of the phone.
The phone still fits into the generic style T-mobile mount. But its not as secure as without. I can turn it upside down and give it a light shake without coming loose. So hopefully it will be fine.
I got my psychedelic cover and I'm not very impressed with it. It makes the phone very bulky and awkward to hold (maybe because of my small girly hands -_-).
I find taking the back cover off particularly stressful because I'm scared I'd rip the screen off the keyboard.
Protection wise I haven't dropped my phone yet to see what kind it would provide but I'm guessing it wouldn't fall off the phone if dropped.
Haven't seen any dents or scratches caused by it.
I think I'd prefer it if it had a more rubbery feel as the texture is kind of smooth and slippery.
Overall, I'm satisfied with it but I wish I could figure out a way to take off the cover without the fear of destroying it. Haha.
Lily.
@siani_8
I got this: ....
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As a side note.. I also bought the case you posted. I like it but it won't fit over the ArmorSuit and I really like how the suit looks and feels on the MT4GS. The phone with suit fits well in the pouch...good combo in my opinion.
Quick question - in the pictures you uploaded to Amazon the phone back and sides seem to have a checker pattern. Is that pattern due to the protector?
The otterbox exists for this phone? Or you speaking generally about the otterbox product line?
Sent from my MyTouch 4G Slide using xda premium
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@siani_8
I got this: ....
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As a side note.. I also bought the case you posted. I like it but it won't fit over the ArmorSuit and I really like how the suit looks and feels on the MT4GS. The phone with suit fits well in the pouch...good combo in my opinion.
Quick question - in the pictures you uploaded to Amazon the phone back and sides seem to have a checker pattern. Is that pattern due to the protector?
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Yes, it's a woven "carbon fiber" pattern. I took the pictures at angles where the light shows it more clearly. I think it looks nice and provides a "non-slip" surface as well without adding any bulk to the phone when you want to use it, which I personally prefer.
siani_8 said:
I got this:
http://www.amazon.com/ArmorSuit-MilitaryShield-Protector-T-Mobile-REPLACEMENTS/dp/B0058XMYDU/ref=sr_1_3?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1314661800&sr=1-3
I posted "customer pics" of what is looks like on my phone too at Amazon.
I'm coming from the G1 and was used to the G1 sleeve so I also bought this:
http://www.amazon.com/HTC-Messenger-Pouch-HD2/dp/B003DZ13OG/ref=sr_1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1314661896&sr=1-1
It's a nice fit and doesn't stick out the top.
As a side note.. I also bought the case you posted. I like it but it won't fit over the ArmorSuit and I really like how the suit looks and feels on the MT4GS. The phone with suit fits well in the pouch...good combo in my opinion.
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Thanks for linking this and posting the pics on Amazon., I'm going to order one today.
Thanks. I ordered one and installed it yesterday. The front and back went on great. I had more trouble with the sides but that is because I am not the most deft person around. There are a lot long thin pieces but MT4GS has a lot of moving parts. The phone looks great from the front. But the back has a bubble or two - again my clumsiness.
I wonder how long Otterbox will ignore this phone? Annoying....
Meanwhile, this HTC shell is gettin it done. Only complaint is that its not Otterbox.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005H98VI2
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I wonder how long Otterbox will ignore this phone? Annoying....
Meanwhile, this HTC shell is gettin it done. Only complaint is that its not Otterbox.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005H98VI2
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That's about the same thing I got that I posted about before - just mine is in black.
I know I said a few posts back that I wasn't going to use it, but I had to do something to try to keep it safe.
I've been using it for a few days now, and while I have my gripes, I suppose it's okay.
I got tired of not being able to put it down anywhere, for fear of scratching the camera lens. This case sits further down then the lens, so it isn't the thing the weight of the phone rests on.
Before, i'd have to find something soft to put it down on everywhere I went, which was annoying. I wouldn't put it in my pocket, because they are always full of dust and whatnot - that little grainy stuff gets into the phone and I didn't want that.
Now, with the case on, it doesn't fit in my belt holster anymore - so I have to put it in my pocket or carry it. Desperately seeking another solution but coming up short.
What i'm thinking about doing is drilling some holes in the back of the case, and attaching a belt clip to the hard case shell itself.
So now i'm looking for either a belt holster or a clip I can attach to the hard case itself. Whatever ends up happening, i'll get some pictures and put 'em up here.
What I really, really, really, really want is a soft-rubber case, like a gel case of some sort that can absorb shock - not some hard plastic thing.
_atlien_ said:
I wonder how long Otterbox will ignore this phone? Annoying....
Meanwhile, this HTC shell is gettin it done. Only complaint is that its not Otterbox.
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Can you 2 that got this case tell me if it fits OK? I hate cases that feel like they are going to fall off after they are on...does this one do that? Specifically when you slide the keyboard up with your thumbs does the front part of the case feel like it would fall off because of your thumb pressure?
Just wanted to be sure it was somewhat well constructed...the $5 price tag just has me concerned.
cOvertKEEN said:
Can you 2 that got this case tell me if it fits OK? I hate cases that feel like they are going to fall off after they are on...does this one do that? Specifically when you slide the keyboard up with your thumbs does the front part of the case feel like it would fall off because of your thumb pressure?
Just wanted to be sure it was somewhat well constructed...the $5 price tag just has me concerned.
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No, it's fine. I've dropped the phone twice and the case hasn't come off. And it certainly isn't about to come off from handling/usage of the phone. It fits snug. Supposedly its made by HTC, if that means anything. The case does it's job without problems.
Just waitin for Otter.....
Any body have a silicone case? Or one of these?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HTC-MYTOUCH...Accessories&hash=item231421d01f#ht_1896wt_922
Looks good. Other colors available too.
cOvertKEEN said:
Can you 2 that got this case tell me if it fits OK? I hate cases that feel like they are going to fall off after they are on...does this one do that? Specifically when you slide the keyboard up with your thumbs does the front part of the case feel like it would fall off because of your thumb pressure?
Just wanted to be sure it was somewhat well constructed...the $5 price tag just has me concerned.
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No, it's fine. I've dropped the phone twice and the case hasn't come off. And it certainly isn't about to come off from handling/usage of the phone. It fits snug. Supposedly its made by HTC, if that means anything. The case does it's job without problems.
Just waitin for Otter.....
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It fits snug, coming off accidentally isn't a problem. Both the top piece and the bottom piece are secure, normal - or even some exaggerated abnormal - use won't knock it off.
The longer I use the case the more it grows on me, I really like the silky feel of it. There have been a few situations already where having a case protected the phone - I haven't dropped it and hope I never do, but since it's becoming a portable video game system/controller amongst other things it can't be without one.
I suppose you could do far worse then this case, but i'd trade it for a gel-type rubber case in a heartbeat. Hard cases don't protect from shock damage.
Closest thing I've seen to an otterbox for our device
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=68406
jparnell8839 said:
Closest thing I've seen to an otterbox for our device
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=68406
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Cheaper here but out of stock. they also have lots of different colors (search by our phone model and a lot of case come up).
http://www.handhelditems.com/shield-case-with-viewing-stand-samsung-sght769-galaxy-blaze-blackblack-p-190605.html
I personally prefer the slimmer TPU cases....
I went with the T-Mobile D3O case when I first got my Blaze over a year ago and since then I have dropped it a number of times, from shoulder height, onto tile and concrete floors, and there isn't so much as a scratch on my phone.
At first I was skeptical of the D3O material, but it really does its job. The case is as thin as a cheap TPU case, but much tougher and way more protective. It also covers the SD card slot, which was a must for me. I didn't want to take a chance with a card coming loose in my pocket or when I dropped it. It also does a very nice job protecting the buttons and making it harder to inadvertently press them without being too hard to press. And unlike some of the cases I've seen from other companies there is no ugly branding of the case manufacturer anywhere on the outside, only on the inner edge where the phone sits.
If you're looking for a low-profile and well designed case that does a nice job protecting your phone without looking tacky, I highly recommend you check it out.
namaui said:
I went with the T-Mobile D3O case when I first got my Blaze over a year ago and since then I have dropped it a number of times, from shoulder height, onto tile and concrete floors, and there isn't so much as a scratch on my phone.
At first I was skeptical of the D3O material, but it really does its job. The case is as thin as a cheap TPU case, but much tougher and way more protective. It also covers the SD card slot, which was a must for me. I didn't want to take a chance with a card coming loose in my pocket or when I dropped it. It also does a very nice job protecting the buttons and making it harder to inadvertently press them without being too hard to press. And unlike some of the cases I've seen from other companies there is no ugly branding of the case manufacturer anywhere on the outside, only on the inner edge where the phone sits.
If you're looking for a low-profile and well designed case that does a nice job protecting your phone without looking tacky, I highly recommend you check it out.
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I'm a fan of the d30 too, it does work, imo. I have 2 extra ones, one new in box and a used one. Not sure what I'm going to do with them, I just ordered a new one and they sent me two by mistake, lol.
namaui said:
I went with the T-Mobile D3O case when I first got my Blaze over a year ago and since then I have dropped it a number of times, from shoulder height, onto tile and concrete floors, and there isn't so much as a scratch on my phone.
At first I was skeptical of the D3O material, but it really does its job. The case is as thin as a cheap TPU case, but much tougher and way more protective. It also covers the SD card slot, which was a must for me. I didn't want to take a chance with a card coming loose in my pocket or when I dropped it. It also does a very nice job protecting the buttons and making it harder to inadvertently press them without being too hard to press. And unlike some of the cases I've seen from other companies there is no ugly branding of the case manufacturer anywhere on the outside, only on the inner edge where the phone sits.
If you're looking for a low-profile and well designed case that does a nice job protecting your phone without looking tacky, I highly recommend you check it out.
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I've had the blaze for a year and a half now and that case has saved me so many times it's the only case I have for this phone.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-T769 using xda premium
jparnell8839 said:
Closest thing I've seen to an otterbox for our device
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=68406
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I own a blue/black version of this case (without the clip) this has definitely saved my phone, I've had the same case on for about a year now and it still looks new. It does add a bit of bulk, but hey, what can you do?
If you were considering getting this I say YES! but don't pay $20 for it. Try this
They have plenty of colors and way cheaper than DayDeal
namaui said:
I went with the T-Mobile D3O case when I first got my Blaze over a year ago and since then I have dropped it a number of times, from shoulder height, onto tile and concrete floors, and there isn't so much as a scratch on my phone.
At first I was skeptical of the D3O material, but it really does its job. The case is as thin as a cheap TPU case, but much tougher and way more protective. It also covers the SD card slot, which was a must for me. I didn't want to take a chance with a card coming loose in my pocket or when I dropped it. It also does a very nice job protecting the buttons and making it harder to inadvertently press them without being too hard to press. And unlike some of the cases I've seen from other companies there is no ugly branding of the case manufacturer anywhere on the outside, only on the inner edge where the phone sits.
If you're looking for a low-profile and well designed case that does a nice job protecting your phone without looking tacky, I highly recommend you check it out.
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Are we talking about the same case:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007NCJ13A/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I just bought one of these and I'm finding it way too stiff and rigid. It's hard to press the buttons, the power button although stiff is not a huge issue but the volume ones are. Trying to turn the volume down results in the volume going all the way down to silent because the case is so tight and stiff it keep on depressing the button even when I let up. Trying to turn it up is hard to as there is a sweet spot that i have to hit just right and that's only if when I try to turn it up it does not push on the down side to. Does this case ever loosen up? Very frustrating !! I like putting my phone in my pocket so I'm trying to find one that does not have a clip or kick stand or one that can be removed.
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Are we talking about the same case:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007NCJ13A/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I just bought one of these and I'm finding it way too stiff and rigid. It's hard to press the buttons, the power button although stiff is not a huge issue but the volume ones are. Trying to turn the volume down results in the volume going all the way down to silent because the case is so tight and stiff it keep on depressing the button even when I let up. Trying to turn it up is hard to as there is a sweet spot that i have to hit just right and that's only if when I try to turn it up it does not push on the down side to. Does this case ever loosen up? Very frustrating !! I like putting my phone in my pocket so I'm trying to find one that does not have a clip or kick stand or one that can be removed.
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Looks like the same one I have and when I first got it I had the same complaints. But everything loosened up and now it's perfect! Give it time...
Sent from a Paranoid Blaze
njstein said:
Looks like the same one I have and when I first got it I had the same complaints. But everything loosened up and now it's perfect! Give it time...
Sent from a Paranoid Blaze
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Thanks friend for the update!!
neal74 said:
Are we talking about the same case:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007NCJ13A/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I just bought one of these and I'm finding it way too stiff and rigid. It's hard to press the buttons, the power button although stiff is not a huge issue but the volume ones are. Trying to turn the volume down results in the volume going all the way down to silent because the case is so tight and stiff it keep on depressing the button even when I let up. Trying to turn it up is hard to as there is a sweet spot that i have to hit just right and that's only if when I try to turn it up it does not push on the down side to. Does this case ever loosen up? Very frustrating !! I like putting my phone in my pocket so I'm trying to find one that does not have a clip or kick stand or one that can be removed.
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Give it some time, mine was like that too but I really have no complaints since it always saved my phone when I've dropped it, and I've had some nasty drops happen to my phone... It's a top quality case, it's the only case I have for this phone and I've had the blaze since May 2012
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-T769 using xda premium
Can someone recommend a bike mount compatible note 4, preferably under 20$ ?
I bought this one from Ebay, but the phone fell twice. The mount itself is very sturdy, but phone grip is poor. Fortunately the phone was inside Samsung protective case, so no harm done.
Many bike mounts are not big enough for large phones like note 4, so looking for suggestion if anybody is using a good quality one, which can hold the phone securely even on bumpy roads.
I've been looking for one too, and there are options on Amazon, but I'm considering just fab-ing my own with some metal I've got lying around.
sonicdh said:
I've been looking for one too, and there are options on Amazon, but I'm considering just fab-ing my own with some metal I've got lying around.
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Seidio:
http://www.seidioonline.com/hl4-holster-bike-mount-p/mb1-hl4.htm
But you'd have to be using one of their case/holster combinations, or get the holster for the caseless Note 4:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-4-spring-clip-holster-black-p/hlssgt4as.htm
and assuming you'd want the phone 'face out' you'd need to check that it can be secured in the holster that way round, as I believe these are designed for 'face in' usage.
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Seidio:
http://www.seidioonline.com/hl4-holster-bike-mount-p/mb1-hl4.htm
But you'd have to be using one of their case/holster combinations, or get the holster for the caseless Note 4:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-4-spring-clip-holster-black-p/hlssgt4as.htm
and assuming you'd want the phone 'face out' you'd need to check that it can be secured in the holster that way round, as I believe these are designed for 'face in' usage.
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Seidio is pure garbage. I had their Convert case w/ belt clip holster and the holster detached from the belt clip at the slightest pressure falling to the ground. Seidio Customer Service stated it was due to the size of the N4, funny I have no such problems w/ my Otterbox Defender. The Convert case itself is pure garbage too, the rubber outercover that goes over the Surface case is designed so poorly designed every time you use the fingerprint scanner it moves off the lip of the phone & the composition of the way too soft rubber is a dirt/lint magnet.
As far as buying anything from Seidio's online store read the thread I started about it. Worst experience I've ever had by far purchasing anything online. I paid for the freight to send back my Convert Add On Kit & Seidio refunded zero so now I have to initiate a chargeback w/ the bank that issued the credit card used to pay for it. And that was after I jumped through all the hoops they require to return something and after they issued an RMA.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/accessories/dont-want-to-buy-seidios-webstore-t3036913
Seidio has pure garbage products & the worst imaginable customer treatment and hassle to try to return something.
I used this Arkon Mega Grip in my car for several years/phones (incl. N4) and they make a bike mount for it. I can't vouch for the bike mount but I can say the spring loaded Mega Grip arms do hold the phone securely & I would think the elastic bungee would make certain the phone stays on the mount. It will be cheaper on Amazon.
http://www.arkon.com/megagrip/megagrip-bike-mount.html
I use one of these on my motorcycle
http://www.slipgripcarmounts.com/
I have always used the German made Herbert Richter brand of car holders. They are well made and last forever though I have never used their bike mount
After trying couple of them from from Ebay, I decided to make one of my own using some plastic and parts salvaged from the ebay ones.
It looks a bit ugly but does its job.
suhridkhan said:
After trying couple of them from from Ebay, I decided to make one of my own using some plastic and parts salvaged from the ebay ones.
It looks a bit ugly but does its job.
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Lol. Worlds first ever Bike Phaser! Hope its set to stun!!!
Seriously though that is awesome job dude. I'm thinking of making my own as well because all the other ones just don't look that safe to me for mountain biking.
Jammol said:
Lol. Worlds first ever Bike Phaser! Hope its set to stun!!!
Seriously though that is awesome job dude. I'm thinking of making my own as well because all the other ones just don't look that safe to me for mountain biking.
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I didn't see it that way before, but now that you mentioned, it looks a lot something like that.
I feel a lot safer biking with this one. I dropped my phone twice with other commercial mounts.
although they have been sold out for a while, this one from amazon works really well. i've fallen off my road bike 3 times and it held up 100%. the case is easily detachable. and touch screen works well with the clear cover.
the only thing i wish it did, was to have a slot for the light sensor so that i can answer phone calls on speakerphone and not have the screen always go black. besides that, it's great.
I use this one:
http://www.amazon.com/GreatShield-Clip-Grip-Handlebar-BlackBerry-Smartphones/dp/B00FA892IS/
Don't ride a very rough route to work but have not had my phone fall out. I also have just a flip case on the phone.
Slip Grip is the best, I have used them since my Droid Incredible days. They are custom molded to each phone and each case available for it. If the case is not listed email them and they will let you know which one has the precise dimensions to fit like a glove.
Slip Grip Galaxy Note 4
Note: I am paranoid and still use a bit of velcro to double secure the phone when mountain biking.
Here is a pic of my setup
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I'm still looking for a better option
mlee0921 said:
although they have been sold out for a while, this one from amazon works really well. i've fallen off my road bike 3 times and it held up 100%. the case is easily detachable. and touch screen works well with the clear cover.
the only thing i wish it did, was to have a slot for the light sensor so that i can answer phone calls on speakerphone and not have the screen always go black. besides that, it's great.
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I use my note with the samsung original protective cover http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-Protective-Cover/dp/B00NP3K8Y2 and I'm looking for a better option than the ones I have (see below). The Ibera case seems large enough, but its still sold out and I can´t find in any of the amazon European locations - but it does seem like a very good option.
I have something like this, which works well, but ist as little on the tight side.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bicycle-Fro...amsung-/201295830059?var=&hash=item2ede2a9c2b
and recently bought this, but this case is tighter than the pannier bag, so I'll be selling it
http://www.ebay.com/itm/360-Waterpr...Phones-/181813369752?var=&hash=item2a54ebdb98
I use the topeak 6" drybag
http://www.topeak.com/products/bags/smartphone_drybag_6in_bk
Fully waterproof, allows use of the screen, power button and home button. Also allows me to keep my phone in the Spigen slim armour case inside the drybag. There are several fixing types available, I've got mine strapped to the stem with the fixing which came with the bag.
Been looking for similar products. Thanks for these product ideas!
Posted this in page two of another thread but just wanted to make sure people saw this in case they didnt read it before they purchased the Surface case with the kickstand. Gonna call them tomorrow to make them aware:
I ordered my Surface case, received it today and I'm having issues. When the bottom piece of the outer shell slides on the screen goes dark. Cannot turn it back on. If I slide off the bottom piece it comes on, when it slides back on it puts the screen back to sleep. If i take a stand alone magnet and put it up to the back of the phone where the kick stand would be it turns off. Thinking there is a design flaw. Gonna call Seidio tomorrow. Kinda sucks I've been waiting for their holster for a while now.
Edit: Definitley a design flaw, I found this on Google's Nexus 6P help forum:
"I have found there is a magnetic sensor in the Nexus 6P to detect when the folio case cover has been closed so as to lock and turn off the screen of the phone. The sensor is located in the bottom left corner when looking at the front of the 6P. I found that this sensor also reacts to a magnetic field applied to the back side of the Nexus 6P in this same area (bottom right corner when looking at the back of the 6P). Herein lies the problem... When trying to use Android Beam through NFC by holding the back of the 6P to the back of another device, a magnetic field from the other device (the speaker perhaps) can trigger the magnetic sensor in the Nexus 6P, causing the Nexus 6P to lock and go to sleep before the NFC sensors have aligned. Both my OnePlus One and my Neuxs 7 2013 will put my Nexus 6P to sleep if I don't hold them carefully enough when trying to align the NFC sensors. Can anyone else confirm this? Why does this sensor also pick up magnetic fields on the back of the phone? Is there a way to disable the magnetic sensor if not using a folio case so this does not happen when trying to use Android Beam?"
That's a big problem..
Could you please post some pics of the phone with the case?
Thanks!
Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk
I'll have to see if mine suffers the same issue when it arrives. I have 2 Nexus 6P's to test it on, so that should provide a little better sample size.
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Posted this in page two of another thread but just wanted to make sure people saw this in case they didnt read it before they purchased the Surface case with the kickstand. Gonna call them tomorrow to make them aware:
I ordered my Surface case, received it today and I'm having issues. When the bottom piece of the outer shell slides on the screen goes dark. Cannot turn it back on. If I slide off the bottom piece it comes on, when it slides back on it puts the screen back to sleep. If i take a stand alone magnet and put it up to the back of the phone where the kick stand would be it turns off. Thinking there is a design flaw. Gonna call Seidio tomorrow. Kinda sucks I've been waiting for their holster for a while now.
Edit: Definitley a design flaw, I found this on Google's Nexus 6P help forum:
"I have found there is a magnetic sensor in the Nexus 6P to detect when the folio case cover has been closed so as to lock and turn off the screen of the phone. The sensor is located in the bottom left corner when looking at the front of the 6P. I found that this sensor also reacts to a magnetic field applied to the back side of the Nexus 6P in this same area (bottom right corner when looking at the back of the 6P). Herein lies the problem... When trying to use Android Beam through NFC by holding the back of the 6P to the back of another device, a magnetic field from the other device (the speaker perhaps) can trigger the magnetic sensor in the Nexus 6P, causing the Nexus 6P to lock and go to sleep before the NFC sensors have aligned. Both my OnePlus One and my Neuxs 7 2013 will put my Nexus 6P to sleep if I don't hold them carefully enough when trying to align the NFC sensors. Can anyone else confirm this? Why does this sensor also pick up magnetic fields on the back of the phone? Is there a way to disable the magnetic sensor if not using a folio case so this does not happen when trying to use Android Beam?"
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Bummer! I was really looking forward to this case. Maybe they will release one without the kickstand (doubtful).
jal3223 said:
Bummer! I was really looking forward to this case. Maybe they will release one without the kickstand (doubtful).
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Going to call them in the morning. I'll post the response I get.
I also REALLY want the Surface case, but I'm holding off until more people receive theirs and post whether they experience the same thing. I've had a Surface case on all my phones for several years. It's the slimmest I've found, gives the best protection, and the kickstand doesn't add much bulk. Can't tell you how many times I've dropped my phone and never had a problem.
Pig Vomit said:
I also REALLY want the Surface case, but I'm holding off until more people receive theirs and post whether they experience the same thing. I've had a Surface case on all my phones for several years. It's the slimmest I've found, gives the best protection, and the kickstand doesn't add much bulk. Can't tell you how many times I've dropped my phone and never had a problem.
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Agreed. Some of the best cases I've ever used on my phones.
Spoke to them this morning and explained the issue. They created an RMA and are going to ship out a modified version, I'm assuming without the kickstand. I was told not to worry about sending back the old case so I'm gonna see if there is a way to get the kickstand out in the meantime without destroying the bottom half.
My Sedio case is arriving today (earlier than expected), so I will post a review in my case OP. If the issue is present on either of my 6P's I will let everyone know.
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Spoke to them this morning and explained the issue. They created an RMA and are going to ship out a modified version, I'm assuming without the kickstand. I was told not to worry about sending back the old case so I'm gonna see if there is a way to get the kickstand out in the meantime without destroying the bottom half.
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I would actually prefer the case w/o the kickstand. I don't like the bump it creates. So hopefully they will release the case w/o it.
Thanks again for the update!
Pilz said:
My Sedio case is arriving today (earlier than expected), so I will post a review in my case OP. If the issue is present on either of my 6P's I will let everyone know.
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Great, curious to see if you run into the same issue.
Dror520 said:
I would actually prefer the case w/o the kickstand. I don't like the bump it creates. So hopefully they will release the case w/o it.
Thanks again for the update!
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No problem. I agree, don't think I've ever used the kickstand but really like the protection the case offers and their holster.
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Great, curious to see if you run into the same issue.
No problem. I agree, don't think I've ever used the kickstand but really like the protection the case offers and their holster.
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Mine doesn't have that issue at all. I'm using the case now, and I will post my review later today. I'm not that impressed with the way Sedio did their button cutouts, but more on that later.
Edit: It seems that the bottom piece on my case wasn't pushed up completely becasue when I removed the case and put it back on the screen kept shutting off/staying off depending on how I installed it.
I received the case yesterday and also immediately noticed the problem. I called they are also sending me a replacement.
Meanwhile, I popped out the kickstand and turned it around and it seems ok for now. with it flipped around, you can't get your nail in to open the kick stand so its essentially useless.
Its really unfortunate that they didn't catch this design bug before shipping.
(I will say, this case makes the 6P feel really thick - I'm trying to decide if I like it or not)
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I received the case yesterday and also immediately noticed the problem. I called they are also sending me a replacement.
Meanwhile, I popped out the kickstand and turned it around and it seems ok for now. with it flipped around, you can't get your nail in to open the kick stand so its essentially useless.)
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Out of curiosity how did you do that. I've been trying to figure out how to accomplish that.
I called sedio because my case bows outward on one side where the two pieces connect, but they refused to help me because I order from their Amazon store. Their customer service is horrendous, and the agent (Shane) I spoke with was rude about anything I asked. I'm disappointed with their service, and case so far. I plan on sending it back immediately because of how they handled a simple question.
Edit: I finally spoke with a manager, and after having her repeat the same thing a few dozen times (in between no letting me say anything) they are sending me a replacement. I can't say I've encountered a CSR this bad in a long time, so I will try to ignore their rude representatives and use the case.
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Out of curiosity how did you do that. I've been trying to figure out how to accomplish that.
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The stand is just held in place by the black tape... you can see the black tape on the inside of the case. So you just gently push on the silver metal stand out the back - it should slowly release... it takes a little finesse but it's not terribly difficult.
Then once it's out, all you need to do is flip it around and stick it back in place...
Although the stand isn't accessible in this new orientation, at least, the case will work without turning the phone off.
I have the same issue with the screen turning off when the bottom part is slid on. Called them up and they're are sending a new modified version. They better send it 2nd day express which I paid extra for!
richardyoo said:
I received the case yesterday and also immediately noticed the problem. I called they are also sending me a replacement.
Meanwhile, I popped out the kickstand and turned it around and it seems ok for now. with it flipped around, you can't get your nail in to open the kick stand so its essentially useless.
Its really unfortunate that they didn't catch this design bug before shipping.
(I will say, this case makes the 6P feel really thick - I'm trying to decide if I like it or not)
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Can you post any pics? My biggest concern (once they iron out this magnetic closing issue) is the thickness. I have the Spigen Rugged Armour and love the sleekness, but I'd like a kickstand since I often watch stuff on my phone. Any more comments regarding the thickness and pictures would be great!
ajizle123 said:
Can you post any pics? My biggest concern (once they iron out this magnetic closing issue) is the thickness. I have the Spigen Rugged Armour and love the sleekness, but I'd like a kickstand since I often watch stuff on my phone. Any more comments regarding the thickness and pictures would be great!
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You can see my review of the case and pictures right here
The holster seems to be a bit spooky how it is designed. The phone hovers about an 1/8" above the surface from about midway up the holster to the top clamp. There is an 1/8" lip where the phone is placed on at the bottom of the holster where it rests. Maybe I'm being overly cautious here but it seems the phone could be bent over time if inserted enough times because of that extra space beneath the phone. .