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IMAK Cowboy Hard Matte Back Shell Quick Review

Figured I'd make a new thread instead so it's a bit more easy to search for than digging through the megathread.
Ordered this on eBay on Oct. 28 and received it on Nov. 2 so that was crazy fast for shipping from China to the SF Bay Area. Didn't expect this to arrive until the end of the month at the earliest.
eBay link HERE
Pictures first because it's more fun!
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Case's color is pretty close to the Graphite back. Similar to the OnePlus One from what I remember. VERY grippy feel with a rough-ish texture. Almost like something that has been Plastidipped.
Lip above the screen is about 1-1.5mm; no more than that. All ports are open and laser autofocus is free to beam away. Buttons are slightly recessed below the cutouts, but this is actually a benefit for me as I kept accidentally pressing the power button any time I fumbled around with the phone. I really enjoy the large cutout for the fingerprint reader as I use the sides of my finger for it to feel more natural instead of poking at it. Larger cutout helps me just rest my finger over the sensor instead of having to poke my finger through a tighter cutout. For someone who said "nothing larger than my Nexus 5, please", this case doesn't make the 6P any more hard to handle than it already is; it's very minimal.

Any problems with it getting caught on your pockets when taking it out or storing it?

MYxdaUSERNAME said:
Any problems with it getting caught on your pockets when taking it out or storing it?
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There is a very tiny bit of resistance but nothing too crazy.

tysj said:
There is a very tiny bit of resistance but nothing too crazy.
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Very nice setup you got there! I Will order this case as well because it's similar to the Pelosi case for the OPO. Thanks a lot Dude! Now what color....

Thank you for posting pictures and doing a review of the case. I just ordered this case on eBay using my eBay bucks. Basically got the case and a tempered glass for free on eBay

I've always loved the texture of these cases. It reminds me of the oneplus sandstone.
I'm curious though, being that the texture on the inside of the screen is "rough", do you guys think it will scratch the phone over time? Especially taking it on and off?

Thanks for the review. Does the lettering feel like it could be peeled off? I prefer a clean look without the branding.

jal3223 said:
I've always loved the texture of these cases. It reminds me of the oneplus sandstone.
I'm curious though, being that the texture on the inside of the screen is "rough", do you guys think it will scratch the phone over time? Especially taking it on and off?
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The inside is a little bit more smooth than the outside is. Still textured, though... I'll most likely switch to the Spigen Thin Fit once that arrives and this will just be a back up. I prefer Spigen's soft touch coating.
ssnacks said:
Thanks for the review. Does the lettering feel like it could be peeled off? I prefer a clean look without the branding.
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It's printed on so I don't think it'll be coming off any time soon.

The top and bottom is not protected though if it falls.

I had a similar IMAK case for my Nexus 4. Held up really well until it melted in the hot hot Australian sun (forgot it in a compartment on top of the car's dashboard). I certainly don't blame them for that.
The texture for these things is very unique. If this is the type of protection you are looking for, I highly recommend this.

adeelmysore said:
The top and bottom is not protected though if it falls.
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I'm not too worried. Dropped my Nexus 5 on concrete once with the Spigen Ultra Fit that has an open top. The way these are designed, the top and bottom of the device doesn't make contact with the surface due to the lip around the top of the corners. It's just enough to keep it off the ground if it were to fall that way.

Does the case scuff your phone at all when taking it off / putting it on? I had a similar case for my N5 back around launch and removing the case and putting it back on eventually scuffed the soft touch plastic. I'm worried it might mark up my 6P's chamfered edges or that tiny plastic bezel on the outside of the glass.

Naked/Transparent Full Body Skin Protectors

I've noticed that there are a lot of threads for rugged cases, slim cases, vinyl skins and for people who want to use the phone naked (with Nexus Protect, hopefully ).
But how about covering the phone in a clear, transparent skin to protect the soft alluminium against scratches, while preserving the awesome look and design of the Nexus 6p?
I've found a handful of such skins:
http://www.skinomi.com/sk22137-huawei-nexus-6p-skin-protector.html
http://www.skinomi.com/sk22137-matte-nexus-6p-phone-skin-protector.html
http://www.iqshield.com/iq22137-huawei-nexus-6p-skin-protector.html
http://phantomskinz.com/google-nexus-6p/
http://www.xtremeguard.com/Huawei-Nexus-6P-Screen-Protectors-p/huanex6pxgrds.htm
http://www.armorsuit.com/huawei-nexus-6p-full-body-skin-protector.html
http://www.bestskinsever.com/google-nexus-6p-skins
Please share your experience with products like these (even with previous phones), or tell us if you order one!

A few samples from a couple different brands
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I've got the first Skinomi you listed installed on my aluminum angler while I'm waiting for a dbrand skin to arrive. Although I've used the Skinomi screen protector before, this is my first time using the full body skin. In short, I love it. I typically carry my phone in my front pocket and so far there's been no peeling, scratches, etc... It adds a nice tackiness to the grip. I doubt it provides any drop protection though. Visually, I can't tell there's anything on the phone.

Bought xtremeguard to protect mine while i waited for my vinyl skin. The screen guard had huge cut outs for the speaker and the proximity sensors were covered. That leaves a lot of glass exposed and a black screen on calls.
The back was also poorly cut in terms of fit and finish. There's no skin provided for the visor, and the top edge of aluminum around the visor was completely omitted.
I bought that for $2 back when there was a sale code, but it was definitely not something I would keep on the long term. That being said, the visibility through the skin was quite good after you let the skin settle in about 2 days after installation.
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adrman said:
I've got the first Skinomi you listed installed on my aluminum angler while I'm waiting for a dbrand skin to arrive. Although I've used the Skinomi screen protector before, this is my first time using the full body skin. In short, I love it. I typically carry my phone in my front pocket and so far there's been no peeling, scratches, etc... It adds a nice tackiness to the grip. I doubt it provides any drop protection though. Visually, I can't tell there's anything on the phone.
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Could I trouble you for a pic of the skin on alluminum? All i see is the graphite ones, would be nice to see how the alluminum looks with one of these skins. Thanks!

hudsoncouto said:
Could I trouble you for a pic of the skin on alluminum? All i see is the graphite ones, would be nice to see how the alluminum looks with one of these skins. Thanks!
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Here you go. I could have aligned the back piece a bit better. It's a little low. I figured I'd just leave it though since I'm expecting a dbrand. Also, there is a skin over the visor as well.

Those pics look pretty darn good actually. I wouldn't mind a clear visor vinyl, but I'm rocking a matte black already.
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rice923 said:
Those pics look pretty darn good actually. I wouldn't mind a clear visor vinyl, but I'm rocking a matte black already.
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Yeah, about the only thing they missed was a piece directly above the visor. I tried putting it in the Google Adopted case as well. It barely fit, but I hated the look, so skin only.

Just ordered a Bestskinever full body skin. We'll see if its cut out better than the other ones.

All these other brands seem to share more or less the same cuts, ommiting the strip above the visor, and not really covering "edge-to-edge". Waiting for some company to solve these issues. I'm mostly excited about Slickwrap's Naked series. It had perfect coverage on the HTC one M8

Pierre Cardin Leather Case Review!

So I recently decided that even though my S7 is my daily driver, I wanted a nice leather case for my Note 4. I've actually looked for leather cases for the Note 4 since I got it back in October of 2014, but I could never find anything good. Recently though, I've found the Pierre Cardin leather case, and I really like it a lot!
They say it's genuine leather; it feels really good in the hand. It's not too slippery, and it's not to stiff. Protection wise, it's nothing special because it's one of those cases you just slip the phone into that doesn't have top/bottom protection. For me, though, I'm really careful with my phones so I don't need/want a lot of bulk. This case is thick enough and covers the corners enough that I'm sure if it dropped, it would still be ok. All access to the ports/s-pen work fine.
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The stitching on the back looks cool; it's a very bright brown almost white stitching that runs up and down the back, and around the camera. The brand name Pierre Cardin is punched into the back at the bottom, along with a logo.
There is a nice small lip that runs around the bezel so that you can easily put the phone face down without having to worry.
The cutouts on the side for power and volume are shaped well and easily accessible.
All in all, this is a really cool case. It feels nice, it fits the phone nice, and I think it's gonna be the case I'm going to keep on the note for a while! Mine is the brown color, which as you can see in pics isn't as super bright as the pics on amazon. The red is also REALLY nice; I actually got the red for my mom's Note 5 which I'll be doing a review soon for as well...but I think I might end up doing the red for my GS7!
check it out on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Pierre-Cardin...&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00
all high res pics of above are located here:
http://imgur.com/a/6uDop

Looks nice but I prefer to have a case that offers better protection than that.

I'm using this case for about 6 months now. While it's a great case and adds to the look, it is sensitive to heat - the edges where the leather meets the satin-like insides tend to come off if your phone heats up (optimizing 350 apps after flashing Xposed or playing a demanding game...). The colour of the leather also tends to get darker, though it doesn't look bad at all even when it gets dark.
The case is essentially a plastic inner with leather-like outer and satin-like soft inner material, so it won't stand much of a fall - I managed to drop the phone once, and the bottom right corner of the case is now broken.
Also, the heart rate sensor seems to have a problem with this case, the readings or erratic with it on (or I have too big a finger than what this case expects!).
All of that said, I'll definitely recommend this case - I got it from Amazon.in for about $13.50 (~INR 900), but considering that it looks like it won't last a year for me, I'd pick it for ~INR 500 if it comes on an offer/ discount.

ph03n!x said:
I'm using this case for about 6 months now. While it's a great case and adds to the look, it is sensitive to heat - the edges where the leather meets the satin-like insides tend to come off if your phone heats up (optimizing 350 apps after flashing Xposed or playing a demanding game...). The colour of the leather also tends to get darker, though it doesn't look bad at all even when it gets dark.
The case is essentially a plastic inner with leather-like outer and satin-like soft inner material, so it won't stand much of a fall - I managed to drop the phone once, and the bottom right corner of the case is now broken.
Also, the heart rate sensor seems to have a problem with this case, the readings or erratic with it on (or I have too big a finger than what this case expects!).
All of that said, I'll definitely recommend this case - I got it from Amazon.in for about $13.50 (~INR 900), but considering that it looks like it won't last a year for me, I'd pick it for ~INR 500 if it comes on an offer/ discount.
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interesting! i shall keep note of all of these issues you had. i just did the heart rate scanner and it worked fine, so on mine, it doesn't get in the way.

Poetic case reviews

I’ve always been a fan of cases from Poetic. Lexus quality at Toyota prices. I usually get a folio style for my tablets or a shell for my phones. I was pretty happy when the guys at Poetic asked me if I’d be interested in reviewing their new offerings for the Z Force!
This first post will look at the Poetic Affinity in BLACK.
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Protection
This case looks like it can absorb some impacts on a drop. The corners are reinforced with rubber. The edge along the screen also has a nice rubber feel to it. I don't have the exact dimensions but I love that the case has a bezel over the screen so that you can lay it face down.
Fit and Finish
Poetic always has create quality control with their products. This case is no exception. The fit and finish looks well done. The case does invite dirt specks but that's more me than the case. The Z Force fits in without any issues or problems.
Likeliness To Use
I like this case for two reasons: small footprint and stylish. I'm not a huge fan of clear cases but the black accents make it stand out. Combined with the ShatterShield, this case makes a good solution for protection.
In summary, the Affinity is a great case if you want something lightweight yet affords the best protection for the size. I should note that this case is not for you if you switch cases often. Because of the nature of the case, it is a bit stiff but should loosen up over time. That being said, I like the stiffness (heh heh).

Second case I will look at is the Poetic Revolution. The Revolution is a two piece case in that it has a front piece with a screen protector and the back hard plastic piece.
Protection
Yeah - if you want ultimate protection for your phone, buy this case. Similar to other "rugged" brands of cases, this protects your entire phone. I also believe it is advertised as water resistant. The case also includes a plug at the bottom to protect the USB C port. My little one has dropped my phone in this case more times than I can count and the case still looks new. (She also uses it as a chew toy but that's a different issue).
Fit and Finish
This absolutely feels like a premium product. Everything snaps together just like it should. The screen protector allows touch inputs through just fine. I had slight issues with dust specks but again, that's mostly the office I am in. The buttons on the side have a firm feel when pressing them in but not so hard that you would have issues. I love the texturing on the side to provide some more grip. The camera is recessed into the case to prevent any scratching. The pins for the Moto Mods are indeed exposed. I'm not sure if there will be any kind of adapter in the future to allow cases and mods but nice to know they are open.
Likeliness To Use
I was worried at first because two piece rugged cases usually are super bulky. I was super surprised that the Revolution is not much bigger than the Affinity. I'm sure there's a few mm's here and there but I can't tell when its in my pocket. I actually use this case more than the Affinity or the bumper. When you make an investment into an expensive phone, you want as much protection as possible!
Conclusion - Even if weight and size are a concern for you, I suggest you look at the Revolution. I don't wear skinny jeans but I don't wear anything super baggy. The Revolution does not imprint any more than the Affinity or even the bumper.

I will have a review up on these two same cases..Theu are really slim compared to other poetic cases ..The revolution is the best of the two for me but the affinity is a really nice clear case and has built in protection around the edges that other clear cases I've seen do not have .. a sucker for r poetic cases because I think they are the best hands down...Nice review and I will have some in the coming days just have had a busy week with different family issues ..
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Did you notice on the revolution the little slits on the front that allow the back to lap over and connect the too
.Nice addition for quality and the ability not to worry like with other cases that the back will because disconnected on different areas
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JETech case

Expecting my Pixel XL next week and I found this last night on Amazon for just $0.99 w/ free shipping. Must be a promotional price.
Their iPhone and S7 cases are around $8-$10 and come with decent reviews. Just thought I'd share in case anyone is looking for a backup/alternative case option. Anyone have any experience with this case or this brand?
I'll post pics when mine arrives.

I ordered this as well. Looking forward to it. I couldn't decide on a case so I chose this for use in the meantime. The pics look very nice. Now I just need a phone.

Case review
Got it in the mail today. Came in a fairly standard non-descript zip-lock bag. Here are my first impressions and some pictures.
Look/feel: The fit is excellent. Nice soft touch back. The carbon fibre accents aren't to everyone's taste but the sides provide a really good amount of grip because of them. The case is fairly slim and is no bigger than my Ringke fusion (which I love). One thing to note: the back of the case is flush, unlike others which have raised bumps on the corners to prevent the back of the case from getting scratched up when laid down. So I don't know how the soft touch back will hold up with time.
Protection: It's thicker around the corners which means it should provide a good amount of protection in case of a drop. I ain't doing no drop test though. There is a good lip around the front which will let you lay it face down without scratching the front glass even with a tempered glass screen protector. The camera lens is nicely recessed and shouldn't get damaged when laying the phone down.
Buttons: Buttons are really not good at all. They are hard to press with little to no feedback - my only cases for comparison are the Diztronic and Ringke fusion which are both known to have excellent buttons. Most cases now have slits cut on either side of the buttons which vastly improves their "clickyness" but this case doesn't. You could probably cut some slits yourself but I haven't tried this yet. There's also no difference in the texture of the power vs volume buttons. A few ridges on the power button would have been nice to allow for tactile differentiation.
Openings: All openings are very accurate but the USB opening is a little on the small side. My charger fits fine but my third party A to C cable does not. Headphone opening is round and with most newer headphones should be fine but my old Sennheisers (with the larger plug) won't fit without an adaptor - this shouldn't be a deal breaker. There is one large cut-out for the camera/flash/focus so it shouldn't have problems focusing. The fingerprint scanner opening is nice and large which is good for the swipe gestures. The speaker cut outs are fine. One more thing: as with most cases the USB cut out is somewhat sharp and prolonged resting on your pinky may cause discomfort - a hair better than my Ringke fusion but not ideal. I wish more manufacturers would pay attention to this.
tl;dr: Basically a decent case but let down by very poor button feedback and a slightly small USB opening. Also the carbon fibre look is not for everyone. Not going to replace my Ringke fusion any time soon.
Cheers!
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