I haven't gotten my S3 yet but when I do i'm going to look for a few straps. Probably pick up a leather strap at the samsung retail store but if anyone has any suggestions feel free to post them here.
I Ordered 3 straps from amazon.
One leather and two metals. They are less than $15 each. Samsung will cost you a lot more.
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One leather and two metals. They are less than $15 each. Samsung will cost you a lot more.
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I bought this from Amazon.
https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B01MF4SWG1/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I just got this one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018QHPUG2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I like it, although I don't love the gap between the watch and the band - you can see it in the third picture. I'm not sure if it's going to be different with any other band, but seems like it would look better with just a little thicker band around the connection pin.
I had gotten the V-Moro one, which looked nice, but didn't have the fine adjustment of length at the clasp, just the ability to remove links, which left me either too tight, or too loose.
My Video Review of the Official RED Active Silicone Band for the Gear S3
Ladies and Gents i made a video review of the Red Active Silicone Band for the Gear S3 and a size comparison, i will have loads more reviews coming so please enjoy,
https://youtu.be/mLqUV9MMLeQ
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I just got this one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018QHPUG2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I like it, although I don't love the gap between the watch and the band - you can see it in the third picture. I'm not sure if it's going to be different with any other band, but seems like it would look better with just a little thicker band around the connection pin.
I had gotten the V-Moro one, which looked nice, but didn't have the fine adjustment of length at the clasp, just the ability to remove links, which left me either too tight, or too loose.
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I returned this one too. I'm on my 4th one...
V-Moro: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MG08BY8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Liked it, but no fine adjustment, only link removal, left me too tight or too loose.
Zeiger: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018QHPUG2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Had the fine adjustment, but seemed lower quality, and the clasp button started sticking. Hard to get on and off.
Motong: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EPGZ676/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Probably the best looking one (to me), love the clasp, BUT... no fine adjustment - same tight/loose problem
Just got the Otiom: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MCY96ZE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Doesn't have the fine adjustment, but happens to fit my wrist perfectly. (Only decided to get it because of the great customer service reviews, and the fact it comes with the link changing kit). They have all been difficult to get the links changed - very tight!! This one is easy with the kit. Didn't realize this one was a matte finish, but it's growing on me. I'm thinking I'll keep this one.
There are thousands of bands on Amazon. I just wanted a black metal, oyster-style band, with the quick-release spring bars. You'd be surprised how hard that is to find in 22mm for our watch!
Do they all have the same problem with the gap? I'm curious about the Motong
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Can you also post pictures of Otiom?
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Have you seen any band (like black metallic black or ceramic but except silicone ones) where the edges are not parallel from clasp to springs?
I mean, like the original one from the box, which is narrow near the clasp and is starting to grow wider and near the springs is wide enough to be the over the watch "shoulders" (i don't know the name of that watch part in which the spring is attached).
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Do they all have the same problem with the gap? I'm curious about the Motong
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Can you also post pictures of Otiom?
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Yeah, they all have a little bit of a gap. I'll post pictures of both - haven't returned the Motong yet. Again, I liked it - it's hard to tell the difference in the pictures (hard to get good lighting without getting a reflection) - but my pet peeve with SS straps is getting the right fit. I can't stand when they slide, and I just couldn't get the Motong the right length.
Otiom
Otiom from above...
I'll post the Motong later when I get home, but I can tell you, the gap is not much different...
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Thank you, I like the Motong cause I want the glossy finish instead of matte on Otiom. This helped me very much.
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Thank you, I like the Motong cause I want the glossy finish instead of matte on Otiom. This helped me very much.
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No problem. Yeah, you can't really tell in my pictures, but the Motong does have a nice, shiny, deep black, where as the Otiom looks more like the bezel on the watch. But I like it and it fits, so I'm keeping it.
Again, I'll warn you about the difficulty of getting the pins out of the Motong. I was using a hammer with the tool they sent, and the pins wouldn't budge. Broke the tool tip. I emailed them about it, and they told me the tool that comes with it is NOT for getting them out. They said I should be taking it to a jeweler. Just an FYI if you don't already own the proper tool.
Oh yeah, one other thing I should mention - I've seen comments from people that their jeweler charged them $10 - sometimes even $25 - to take the links out for them. That's ridiculous.
My wife took mine into Walmart and told the lady there that she bought it there, and she happily changed it out for her. They don't sell the tool, but it takes two seconds with the correct tool, so I don't feel too bad about the white lie.
Leather watch strap from Strap Studio. Looks great, and very good quality.
http://imgur.com/a/RwY9F
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So i just got my case , ordered it from ebay, was £2.99, think its gone up to £3.99 now, but its nice! I mean its plastic, and it takes away a bit from the niec glass feel, but it sure beats a cracked phone lol
Made a video here - http://youtu.be/jdE-1LVqbrA
Link to the case is in the description
Nice! Can you still see the nice effects of the back of the nexus?
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Nice! Can you still see the nice effects of the back of the nexus?
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I mentioned it in the video, you can , but only in the bottom right corner , i mean, the case is nice, but it doesnt feel quite as nice as the glass , but i just dont wanna break it lol
Nice video review, thanks. I am really torn with whether to get a case or not. I really do love the look and feel of the phone without a case or bumper, but as you said it's nice to have some type of protection.
For me I think the clear case or a bumper would be the best options because you still want to be able to see that pretty back side. Thanks again.
Ordered the clear 1 myself still waiting on it coming though...
Wireless Charging?
The main thing holding me back from getting a case is that it seems like most of them would interfere with wireless charging. I'd love to see a review that includes testing with a Qi charger.
Ended up ordering a clear one even though my nexus is not here yet LL3
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Just ordered the clear case. For under $2 Canadian you can't go wrong.
thanks for the review on youtube, i ordered this one in red.
its now £3.90 but it comes with an s pen and possibly a screen protector (i dont know)
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310513140819&var=610164948368
i ordered this from an uk based ebay store because i didnt want to wait 3 weeks or more for a similar case to ship in from china...
I did a review on one of these too.
Check out my sig. Giving it away for free.
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I did a review on one of these too.
Check out my sig. Giving it away for free.
Robert_W said:
I did a review on one of these too.
Check out my sig. Giving it away for free.
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I did a review on one of these too.
Check out my sig. Giving it away for free.
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Watched the video and was going to enter the contest but you only ship in the US
Nice video review none the less.
Chochiwpg said:
Watched the video and was going to enter the contest but you only ship in the US
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Sorry
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Sorry
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No problem, no worries. Peace.
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The main thing holding me back from getting a case is that it seems like most of them would interfere with wireless charging. I'd love to see a review that includes testing with a Qi charger.
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I have this same case (except the black one) and use the energizer QI charger and it works just fine through the case. After it's been charging for a while it has a little stuck feel to it just like when plastic gets warm. It's not melting or anything, but it has a feel like there was a small magnet holding it in play after it gets warm. Doesn't do that without the case.
I'm not a huge case fan and I would use the phone naked because I'm really careful with my stuff, but the phone slides from the glass back. Different surfaces at different speeds, but I have seen it fall off many things from watching it. I am going to try a back screen protector and see if that prevents it from sliding and just go with that if it does. That a side, this case feels really good for the price.
For those of you that aren't familiar with Plasti-dip, it's basically rubber in an aerosol can. It dries matte black in color and it's rubber, so of course, it's nice and grippy . It doesn't hurt that it looks good either. And if you decide you don't want it anymore, it peels off like a piece of tape. It really is amazing stuff.
http://imgur.com/a/6AL5c
In the top pic, you can vaguely make out the verizon logo, but it's nothing a second coat can't fix.
I'm going to walk around with like I normally would and check out the wear to decide if additional coats are necessary.
I never thot about that haha I stay plastic dipping my maros hood but never thought about phone haha
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For those of you that aren't familiar with Plasti-dip, it's basically rubber in an aerosol can. It dries matte black in color and it's rubber, so of course, it's nice and grippy . It doesn't hurt that it looks good either. And if you decide you don't want it anymore, it peels off like a piece of tape. It really is amazing stuff.
http://imgur.com/a/6AL5c
In the top pic, you can vaguely make out the verizon logo, but it's nothing a second coat can't fix.
I'm going to walk around with like I normally would and check out the wear to decide if additional coats are necessary.
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Interesting. I just picked up the S3 and I feel like I have to hold it with two hands at all times so I don't drop it. I'll be interesting to hear how your fix stands up to day to day use.
Looks good.. i'm really considering doing this to mine now
Looks...interesting. Would a phone skin would stick to it? I am tired of my pebble blue battery cover and blue themes. Black looks great with everything.
how does it affect reception, if at all?
Looks pretty cool. What is the cost of plastidip compared to a stock back panel?
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Nice work.
No drips and it looks very smooth with slight texturing.
Even though the S3 is smooth it's still has a little grip to it.
I liked the S2 textured back cover, as well as the grippy Evo 4G, but you seem to have found a nice diy fix
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ricecake2000 said:
Looks pretty cool. What is the cost of plastidip compared to a stock back panel?
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Found this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000LNOOEO/ref=redir_mdp_mobile
But you can search around for maybe a better price, and read reviews on durability.
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markkal123 said:
how does it affect reception, if at all?
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I would say that rubber, silicone, etc. wouldn't affect reception at all.
Metal, aluminum, etc. would though.
Or metallic substances embedded in a substance which otherwise wouldn't affect reception.
ricecake2000 said:
Looks pretty cool. What is the cost of plastidip compared to a stock back panel?
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You can find a can at Home Depot or Lowes for like 8 bux. Comes in black, white and yellow.
The one coat job didn't hold long. It started to pull up along the edge. So i'm thinking a quick spray around the edge up into the underside should secure it a bit better (might also fix that creak noise near the volume rocker ). The thinner the better so as to not obstruct the snaps. Will update when completed
Just got a can of black for 5.95 at home depot.
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i'm really considering doing this to mine now
I just sprayed the exoskeleton of my trident case. So far it feels pretty grippy.
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I did this to my commuter case and it peeled off in 2 weeks.
blown..keep it off the concrete, itll last longer :good:
ive been plasti dipping for about 2 years now - excellent ****
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Nice work.
No drips and it looks very smooth with slight texturing.
Even though the S3 is smooth it's still has a little grip to it.
I liked the S2 textured back cover, as well as the grippy Evo 4G, but you seem to have found a nice diy fix
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Found this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000LNOOEO/ref=redir_mdp_mobile
But you can search around for maybe a better price, and read reviews on durability.
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I would say that rubber, silicone, etc. wouldn't affect reception at all.
Metal, aluminum, etc. would though.
Or metallic substances embedded in a substance which otherwise wouldn't affect reception.
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What a steal and you can then use it for other things. Saw some people use it for their bike windscreens.
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Transparent plastic spray. Does this exist? I like how my case looks but would like it to have more grip like other comments here have mentioned. Any help?
Stupifier said:
Transparent plastic spray. Does this exist? I like how my case looks but would like it to have more grip like other comments here have mentioned. Any help?
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000LNN11G
Awesome idea! Nice to see the DirecTV remote in the background!!!
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did you spray just the outside of the back cover? i'm just a little worried of my battery getting a little hot and having the plasti-dip melt into the back of the phone... no issues so far? it is a great diy idea, and i'm gonna try it on my extended battery cover. i can't find a decent case at a reasonable price and the 6$ for a can of plast-dip is perfect.
BTW, being a NYer, i blow thru the soles of my sneakers. Plasti-dip +shoe goo= almost brand new soles...
You all should just use Rhinoliner like for a truck bed.. Haha.. Plenty of grip then and no peal
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I really want to replace the band with a metal one. Has any one else done this yet? Do you have photos if you have?
ernicoats said:
I really want to replace the band with a metal one. Has any one else done this yet? Do you have photos if you have?
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I'd like to see that too. I tried on the demo at my Best Buy today and the stock strap won't adjust big enough to fit on my wrist. You'd think Samsung would have known that more people than tiny Asians might want to wear this watch.
I was wondering about this as well. I have the neo so I don't think it would look right. I think it would look good on a regular gear 2 cause of the metallic look
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it should work with any 22mm metal watchband. I put an after market leather watch band on mine and it looks and feels great.
bigdad771 said:
it should work with any 22mm metal watchband. I put an after market leather watch band on mine and it looks and feels great.
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Picture or it did not happen....
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Picture or it did not happen....
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All I could find was this: http://www.strappedfortime.com/shop/category.aspx/22mm-watch-bands/31/
Id love to get a black metal replacement myself... I am starting to notice 22mm is kinda thin and girly =/
This might look cool though:
http://www.strappedfortime.com/shop/item.aspx/solid-link-black-pvd-metal-watch-band-strap/246/
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ernicoats said:
I really want to replace the band with a metal one. Has any one else done this yet? Do you have photos if you have?
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Hey just checked out Amazon, and I think I may order this:
http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Ste...7676462&sr=1-1&keywords=22mm+steel+watch+band
The price is right and looks like it will fit, the only thing I am curious about is if I need to get the spring hinge things too? We need a watch expert in the house to help us nerds out!... lol
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I put an after market leather watch band on mine and it looks and feels great.
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leather watch strap
this is the strap I put on mine.
I just bought some from Clockwork Synergy..
http://www.clockworksynergy.com/shop/product-category/pebble-replacement-watch-strap/
Granted, this link is for the Pebble sizing, but I like the video (PLEASE NOTE TO ORDER THE 20mm for the Gear 2). I bought the following two, just so I could see how the bands stack up...
- Purple Nylon Loop Band
- Green Rubber Band
They should be here Tuesday! As soon as I get it, I'll post some pics (especially considering I wanted something a little bit more 'colorful', maybe I'll be able to represent for some of the female geeks here!) :fingers-crossed:
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Now I keep seeing everyone ordering 22mm... well, crap. :[
I kept reading it was 20mm.
Yup, as i posted in another thread, i have a metal band and i love it. I just went to a jewelry store and picked one up. It was 40, but its a good band with a lifetime warranty and most importantly, i was able to see it with the Neo BEFORE buying it. That and it was installed for free and adjustments if/when i need them.
Felecity said:
I just bought some from Clockwork Synergy..
http://www.clockworksynergy.com/shop/product-category/pebble-replacement-watch-strap/
Granted, this link is for the Pebble sizing, but I like the video (PLEASE NOTE TO ORDER THE 20mm for the Gear 2). I bought the following two, just so I could see how the bands stack up...
- Purple Nylon Loop Band
- Green Rubber Band
They should be here Tuesday! As soon as I get it, I'll post some pics (especially considering I wanted something a little bit more 'colorful', maybe I'll be able to represent for some of the female geeks here!) :fingers-crossed:
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Now I keep seeing everyone ordering 22mm... well, crap. :[
I kept reading it was 20mm.
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The band i put on, as seen above, is a metal one and it ranged 18-22 mm. That being said im pretty sure what i read was that it IS a 20mm band.
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The band i put on, as seen above, is a metal one and it ranged 18-22 mm. That being said im pretty sure what i read was that it IS a 20mm band.
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Everything I've seen says 22mm and I replaced mine with a 22mm that I always used with my pebble before I got the original gear. I think you want 22mm.
I just ordered this from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-Bracelet-Watch-Straight/dp/B00DKYC7TK/
I'll post pics when it gets here!!!
AspenMan said:
I just ordered this from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-Bracelet-Watch-Straight/dp/B00DKYC7TK/
I'll post pics when it gets here!!!
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Your username is AspenMan but you ordered a woman's watch band? But then again, what's the difference between a man's and woman's band anyway?
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Your username is AspenMan but you ordered a woman's watch band? But then again, what's the difference between a man's and woman's band anyway?
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It's a Man's band. If you check out the reviews most are actually from Male Pebble watch users. 22MM would be awfully big for a woman's watch band!!
Technically the watch band is listed under...
Watches > Women > Watch Bands
Watches > Men > Watch Bands
Watches > Accessories > Watch Bands
Nowadays, with smart watches, they are unisex. Anyone with a Gear 2 or Gear 2 Neo, regardless of sex, will need a 22mm band. Now, if it was hot pink.. lol
The original plastic band was giving me a weird rash. So I picked up up a simple leather band from wallmart
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The original plastic band was giving me a weird rash. So I picked up up a simple leather band from wallmart
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Thanks for sharing the photo. I really like the stock band/clasp, but I need to find one just a little larger.
I found a deployant clasp that I like, it's a knock off of a tag heuer clasp, it's about $25. Then I just need to find a band similar in texture to the stock band.
Here is the clasp style I like..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/18mm-Deploy...5945907?pt=US_Watch_Bands&hash=item565e19f133
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I just ordered this from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-Bracelet-Watch-Straight/dp/B00DKYC7TK/
I'll post pics when it gets here!!!
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I ordered the same one for $8.69 shipped - though arriving in mid may to early June.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J2SSIWS/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also ordered this carbon fiber look with blue stitching that should get here sooner.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FN02QOK/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I will post pics when I get them.
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The band i put on, as seen above, is a metal one and it ranged 18-22 mm. That being said im pretty sure what i read was that it IS a 20mm band.
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It's definitely more of a 22mm than 20mm. The bands I got I have to exchange. We shall wait and see.
NOTE: The nylon loop band will require some moding if you want to use the heart rate monitor, as it wraps around the bottom of the Gear 2.
Looking for anyone who's been able to locate the official Samsung screen protector here in the US at a physical store (Best Buy, AT&T, etc) or a reputable online store.
Thanks!
Bump. I'm looking aswell.
Mobilefun.com
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Not in stock
Yeah, it was a 5day wait until it was restocked when i bought it. Im still waiting.
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I'm amazed at the lack of official accessories for the launch.
Then again, look what happened to best buy/target.
I guess we will just have to wait...
I received mine. Haven't installed it yet. But it's in my grubby little hands. Mobilefun VERY early order.
Ok, installed.
Fits better than many of the aftermarket ones based on what I've seen for reviews. Sides are curved already, little cutouts at the corners so they don't pull up.
After several hours of bubblepushing, I've got it almost perfect. I also think letting it get nice and heated up on the wireless charger helped, tho one of the sides still has some bubbles and the curved screen makes it really tough to push them out. They get shoved around. I suspect all would have similar issues.
it feels less rubbery than say a Zagg, not as smooth as glass. The curves do NOT make it easier to install but if you take your time, and have plenty of patience, it should go fine.
Inside the box, you get 2 screen protectors, a 2 inch square microfiber cloth and some dust removal stickers. No cleaner, no instructions but the case had nice foam padding.... It does not state wet or dry install. I went with dry.
I scrapped the stickers and mf cloth and used real cleaner and a much bigger microfiber cloth. Also got my bathroom all steamy to clear dust particles because there's nothing more OCD than a big piece of lint under your screen.
Now, you're going to want to know if it'll work with cases. Here's the rub. I only have the official S-VIEW case and it seemed to be fine there, didn't push up the sides "YET".
I've had it out of the case for HOURS after the install and just put it in 10 minutes ago.
Samsung got the fit nearly perfect, not unexpected. It is their device.
It's NOT the cheapest one out there and it seems rather hard to find for now, but so far, I'm "ok" with it. Time will tell.
I'll post at a later date/time if the sides start pushing up or the remaining bubbles don't get worked out. I cannot test it with any other case as I almost always use the s-view one.
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Ok, installed.
Fits better than many of the aftermarket ones based on what I've seen for reviews. Sides are curved already, little cutouts at the corners so they don't pull up.
After several hours of bubblepushing, I've got it almost perfect. I also think letting it get nice and heated up on the wireless charger helped, tho one of the sides still has some bubbles and the curved screen makes it really tough to push them out. They get shoved around. I suspect all would have similar issues.
it feels less rubbery than say a Zagg, not as smooth as glass. The curves do NOT make it easier to install but if you take your time, and have plenty of patience, it should go fine.
Inside the box, you get 2 screen protectors, a 2 inch square microfiber cloth and some dust removal stickers. No cleaner, no instructions but the case had nice foam padding.... It does not state wet or dry install. I went with dry.
I scrapped the stickers and mf cloth and used real cleaner and a much bigger microfiber cloth. Also got my bathroom all steamy to clear dust particles because there's nothing more OCD than a big piece of lint under your screen.
Now, you're going to want to know if it'll work with cases. Here's the rub. I only have the official S-VIEW case and it seemed to be fine there, didn't push up the sides "YET".
I've had it out of the case for HOURS after the install and just put it in 10 minutes ago.
Samsung got the fit nearly perfect, not unexpected. It is their device.
It's NOT the cheapest one out there and it seems rather hard to find for now, but so far, I'm "ok" with it. Time will tell.
I'll post at a later date/time if the sides start pushing up or the remaining bubbles don't get worked out. I cannot test it with any other case as I almost always use the s-view one.
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Im so jealous of you. I've got the Skinomi one and cant keep the edges down for the life of me!
Can't find them in Canada either, the official samsung stores don't have them at this time
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Can't find them in Canada either, the official samsung stores don't have them at this time
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JMLQSFI/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Amazon appears to be my best bet. I have one on order that will be delivered next week hopefully.
hotspace said:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JMLQSFI/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Amazon appears to be my best bet. I have one on order that will be delivered next week hopefully.
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"Buy Used" :')
I think you can get them for CA from the same website, from what I gather everything is shipped from the UK anyway.
Edit: Yup, found it: http://ca.mobilefun.com/official-samsung-galaxy-note-7-screen-protector-60374
Is there an orange-peel effect on this original Samsung screen protector? Since it's a bit rubbery like Zagg.
No orange peel effect, it's not like the original Zagg, more like the HD one. Feels like hard plastic and not glass tho.
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Still attached to the sides fine. Have taken the phone in and out of the sview case several times now to put in the Gear VR. Not once has it pushed up the sides.
The remaining bubbles have worked their way out now. I switched tips on my spen as suggested and it feels fine.
I think it's a keeper. Plus they give you 2 so I have a spare for when/if I tear this one up.
What tip you did you switch too? I got my screen protector on the way.
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What tip you did you switch too? I got my screen protector on the way.
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The white one felt the best. YMMV.
Hmmm, I dunnooo.......
I have serious doubts about this being actual OEM. But if it works, HEY, why not (key takeaway)....been trying to get this since before release. If China can make Burberry bags that are identical to their "genuine" counterparts well then........
Anyway, if the ones from "Mobile Fun" really are OEM, I am curious to know how they got them, seeing as though Samsung themselves haven't started selling this item yet.
I think the design is ingenious, with the corner niches to allow for adherence to the beveled corners and curved sides.
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I should add that I'm using an IQ Shield. First one was total garbage, they sent a replacement, just applied the replacement they sent me (looks like it might be a winner, though it's curing now so will update with results.
Requires extreme patience, minimal spray and a hairdryer but it IS possible. Sorry to take off track.
Waiting for OEM SP's to be made available in the States.
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Compusmurf said:
The white one felt the best. YMMV.
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Is there any difference between the tips? i.e. white is softer, or vice versa??
Android1126 said:
I have serious doubts about this being actual OEM. But if it works, HEY, why not (key takeaway)....been trying to get this since before release. If China can make Burberry bags that are identical to their "genuine" counterparts well then........
Anyway, if the ones from "Mobile Fun" really are OEM, I am curious to know how they got them, seeing as though Samsung themselves haven't started selling this item yet.
I think the design is ingenious, with the corner niches to allow for adherence to the beveled corners and curved sides.
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I should add that I'm using an IQ SHield. First one was total garbage, they sent a replacement, just applied the replacement they sent me (looks like it might be a winner, though it's curing now so will update with results.
Requires extreme patience, minimal spray and a hairdryer but it IS possible. Sorry to take off track.
Waiting for OEM SP's to be made available in the States.
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Is there any difference between the tips? i.e. white is softer, or vice versa??
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UPDATE* Second IQ Shield is better, and let me tell you, I followed the instruction video, and card perfectly, BUT, the edges are starting to lift again.
Ordered the (as advertised) OEM Screen Protector from MobileFun.com ... So this will have to do for now, until the Samsung one comes in.
And lastly, I see everyone blaming the manufacturers of screen protectors, they are all garbage, because it's near impossible getting the curved edges and beveled corners to stay down, even with a wet install.
The Note 7 has a sharp curve, as opposed to a slight arch (like on previous Samsung curved screens), hence it is that much harder to keep down.
Android1126 said:
I have serious doubts about this being actual OEM. But if it works, HEY, why not (key takeaway)....been trying to get this since before release. If China can make Burberry bags that are identical to their "genuine" counterparts well then........
Anyway, if the ones from "Mobile Fun" really are OEM, I am curious to know how they got them, seeing as though Samsung themselves haven't started selling this item yet.
I think the design is ingenious, with the corner niches to allow for adherence to the beveled corners and curved sides.
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I should add that I'm using an IQ SHield. First one was total garbage, they sent a replacement, just applied the replacement they sent me (looks like it might be a winner, though it's curing now so will update with results.
Requires extreme patience, minimal spray and a hairdryer but it IS possible. Sorry to take off track.
Waiting for OEM SP's to be made available in the States.
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Is there any difference between the tips? i.e. white is softer, or vice versa??
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I'm using the OEM screen protector and clear view cover. Both are working well together
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Android1126 said:
UPDATE* Second IQ Shield is better, and let me tell you, I followed the instruction video, and card perfectly, BUT, the edges are starting to lift again.
Ordered the (as advertised) OEM Screen Protector from MobileFun.com ... So this will have to for now, until the Samsung one comes in.
And lastly, I see everyone blaming the manufacturers of screen protectors, they are all garbage, because it's near impossible getting the curved edges and beveled corners to stay down, even with a wet install.
The Note 7 has a sharp curve, as opposed to a slight arch (like on previous Samsung curved screens), hence it is that much harder to keep down.
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So I am the second version. Should into try it? In have the first version and it works really well. Just have some of the edges raising. Is the updated version smaller?
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B078...phone+case&dpPl=1&dpID=51x55EIMEDL&ref=plSrch
Looks pretty sweet, just came across this case on Amazon
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I ordered one and hopefully get it by Friday/Saturday. No prime shipping with this purchase unfort.
Would be interested to know if the case blocks the speaker on the phone or it routes the sound toward you. It looks like it could be routing the sound from the speak to the 2 holes at the bottom.
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I ordered one and hopefully get it by Friday/Saturday. No prime shipping with this purchase unfort.
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Please let us know how it is. It looks pretty decent, hope it's not that bulky. Thanks
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It seem that parts of the case are metal(aluminum?) and I hope this case won't make cell reception even weaker than it already is.
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B078...phone+case&dpPl=1&dpID=51x55EIMEDL&ref=plSrch
Looks pretty sweet, just came across this case on Amazon
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Xela19115 also mentioned the case here a few days ago. Looks like a tank itself.
dandan2980 said:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B078...phone+case&dpPl=1&dpID=51x55EIMEDL&ref=plSrch
Looks pretty sweet, just came across this case on Amazon
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I may order when someone else serves as the test subject.
I'll stay tuned to see how other folks like it.
I ordered this case and immediately had horrible signal issues. I've e-mailed the seller asking if there's a solution. It's too bad to use as a phone, though wifi was not blocked at all. Normally I have strong LTE in my house but it's unusable with the case on.
Marvel should sue them for stealing Spiderman design (j/k). Only if this case had a belt clip, I'd bite. I want someone to make a case with a clip!
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Marvel should sue them for stealing Spiderman design (j/k). Only if this case had a belt clip, I'd bite. I want someone to make a case with a clip!
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They already have some cases with holster and belt clip on Amazon.
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to each their own... but gawd, that's ugly.
I bought it when it first went up, before their description made it clear it was steel, I was hoping for a thin metal slip. The case is heavy as hell, and the built in screen protector traps pocket lint between the screen protector and screen. The case is held on with 6 hex screws, which worked, but made it even heavier.
It did muffle sound a little, as to radio...I'm just switching to Ting with GSM from Sprint with my phone. I was worried for a bit that my phone was the issue, but a girl who has a galaxy phone has all the same signal issues I did on Sprint. I'll let you know of mine is better, and how GSM is impacted by the case later.
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I should also mention, like the Tudia, it made my side access worse. I use Lucid launcher specifically for the left side slide out favorite apps, these were really hard to activate on both this case, and the Tudia. I also use a pie fromthe right side, this was similarly hard to trigger, but at least I could customize the trigger width to accommodate the massive bearth.
Here is another new case on Amazon.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C4YVM6V/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Anyone seen it? Have it?
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tech_head said:
Here is another new case on Amazon.
https://smile.amazon.com/Essential-...696&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=essential+ph-1&th=1
Anyone seen it? Have it?
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The shortcut leads to the phone rather than a case.
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The shortcut leads to the phone rather than a case.
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https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C4YVM6V/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
That doesn't look like a quality case to me. The back looks like plastic. But there aren't a lot of cases compatible with the 360 Camera so if you want specifically to use that feature it's probably worth taking the chance since the case is so cheap. But if you don't care about the 360 Camera there are clearly way better choices.
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That doesn't look like a quality case to me. The back looks like plastic. But there aren't a lot of cases compatible with the 360 Camera so if you want specifically to use that feature it's probably worth taking the chance since the case is so cheap. But if you don't care about the 360 Camera there are clearly way better choices.
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I bought it.
It actually isn't cheap feeling.
Soft touch.
Pretty heavy.
Secures on the phone pretty well.
Looks like it will protect the phone in a drop.
It does add bulk.
The flip down for the camera is pretty cool.
The opening on the back for the camera is large since the case is so deep.
The fingerprint sensor hole is also large because they made it to clear the camera opening without leaving a small piece of TPU inside.
Overall I like it for the ~$10 I paid.
It is either this or naked.
I bought it as well.
Doesn't feel cheap to me.
Adds a decent amount of bulk to the phone but not too much.
The flip down feels pretty sturdy and hopefully it won't loosen over time.
It has a nice feel to it. Soft but not slick. Sort of rubberized.
I've been using the first Tudia case that came out for this phone for awhile now and it's fine most of the time. But when I do use the 360 lens it is a hassle. Having to peel the case off. Hopefully this fixes that problem.
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I bought it as well.
Doesn't feel cheap to me.
Adds a decent amount of bulk to the phone but not too much.
The flip down feels pretty sturdy and hopefully it won't loosen over time.
It has a nice feel to it. Soft but not slick. Sort of rubberized.
I've been using the first Tudia case that came out for this phone for awhile now and it's fine most of the time. But when I do use the 360 lens it is a hassle. Having to peel the case off. Hopefully this fixes that problem.
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I tried it yesterday and the flip down works fine.
It's a bit stiff to latch and unlatch, but it does solve the 360 camera issue.
No more case removal! It also means that those screen protectors that glue around the edges will bel see likely to lift.
I still haven't decided if I want to use LOCA to attach a screen protector to my phone.