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What case is everyone using?
Exactly what the title asks.
This is not a thread for what you think is the best case out there. This thread is for you to post what case/s you use and your experiences with it/them.
It is also to help other users find new cases that they may like.
This thread will also be used for cleaning up the clutter of people starting new threads asking about cases they should use.
Maybe include a link if you think it's good.
Right now, I am naked and so is my phone. Only have a tempered glass protector on it.
As of now, the options will be limited, but this thread will explode as more cases become available.
No case, and no screen protector for me on any of my devices. Have never had a scratch or any other damage to any of my phones.
My Spigen Neo Hybrid Came in today - and I am very impressed with the quality of this case. I had the Spigen Neo Hybrid on my S5 and S4 and while I liked the case for those phones, the aluminum shell was kind of flimsy and while it looked good - it was not as durable as I might have liked - in fact the metal around the hole for the battery broke on one of the cases I was using.
After getting the new Neo Hybrid case, it looks and feels more like a premium case - the metal surrounding the case is very solid and has a very premium feel to it. All in all it adds a very nice level of protection without adding bulk - and it keeps that very high end feel that comes with the NOTE 4 outside of the case.
FYI - I have also installed a BODY GLOVE Screen Protector - it took a little getting used to at first - it does not cover the glass from side to side because of the curved edges - but it does cover the viewing area quite well and looks good too.
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These are the two cases I have now.
Ringke FUSION Case: Clear - (Link Below)
http://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Note-Case-Protection-Absorption/dp/B00N174JVA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1413658263&sr=8-2&keywords=rearth+note+4
Ringke SLIM Case: White - (Link Below)
http://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Note-Case-Protection-Premium/dp/B00N174VAE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1413658263&sr=8-3&keywords=rearth+note+4
Here a waterproof case via amazon that I am currently debating on getting:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NIO00UA/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1AD8OEJ10P2K4
I Did have the Spigen tough armor can and the slim armor, Returned both due to being way too slippery and on the TA the conners keep digging into my hand which made thing uncomfortable.
Tough Armor: Gunmetal - (Link Below)
http://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Note-Spigen-Tough-Armor/dp/B00MAWQU14/ref=sr_1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1413658578&sr=1-1&keywords=note+4+case
Slim Armor: White - (Link Below)
http://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Note-Case-Spigen-Armor/dp/B00MAWQPJQ/ref=sr_1_6?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1413658578&sr=1-6&keywords=note+4+case
I got talked into a case at the T-Mobile store. They only had one to choose from, the Samsung S-View Flip Cover. I'm really liking it. The shell is thin and slightly hard, and I can access customized settings through the window without having to open the case.
It was $50, and at first I was going to go back and return it but after having it for a day I'm going to keep it.
slycon said:
I got talked into a case at the T-Mobile store. They only had one to choose from, the Samsung S-View Flip Cover. I'm really liking it. The shell is thin and slightly hard, and I can access customized settings through the window without having to open the case.
It was $50, and at first I was going to go back and return it but after having it for a day I'm going to keep it.
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You can get 50% off on that case directly from Samsung as a gift for registering your N4 with them. They give you 50% off on all of their accessories priced at $49.99 or less, you can order up to five accessories.
mty msi said:
You can get 50% off on that case directly from Samsung as a gift for registering your N4 with them. They give you 50% off on all of their accessories priced at $49.99 or less, you can order as many as you want.
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I an still probably going to buy a case just to have some protection before Otterbox gets released. And If sprint store doesn't honor Samsung coupon, then when the online order shows up, I'm returning original back to sprint...
I'm waiting for Seidio to release their Dilex cases. Had one for the note 3 and I love the metal kickstand. I'm hesitant on buying the Spigen Slim/Tough armor because I'm hearing bad things about the plastic kickstand.
Received my Neo Hybrid in Satin Silver, it is really nice, just need phone to put in it
I went with the White Spigen Slim Armor case for now, and may order the Slate or Champagne Gold (or both) later.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MAWQPJQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Using a Spigen Neo Hybrid Metal Slate case on my Note 4 right now. Otterbox Commuter case is ordered and on its way. Using Ringke screen protector(from Ringke fusion).
To hold me until I find something more protective that gets substantial positive feed-back, I'm now using the Spigen Ultra Hybrid Crystal Clear that I bought during the (now dead?) Spigen early-morning sales for $3.49 + $3.00 shipping. So far so good.
I'm using Spigen Ultra Hybrid case too. But is mint on the grip with clear back.
Psychotic Penguin said:
No case, and no screen protector for me on any of my devices. Have never had a scratch or any other damage to any of my phones.
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Before 2010, i used screen protectors and cases, because old smartphones (and PDAs) would scratch easily, not the case anymore, and since 2010 my phones is naked 100%
I keep jumping back and forth between naked and the Grey S-View.
Mostly the Spigen capsule in metal slate, the first of many Spigen cases i liked. And now the Obliq rugged slim case in Grey.
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ATM these obliq silicone cases until I can find something better, only 4.99 to 6.99
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Using a Spigen Neo Hybrid Metal Slate case on my Note 4 right now. Otterbox Commuter case is ordered and on its way. Using Ringke screen protector(from Ringke fusion).
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I ordered that one too, waiting for it to arrive in a few days. What I am looking forward to see is a case (like on my Note2) that replaces the back cover and only has a flap that covers the screen. This type of "case" is the thinnest and for me the most interesting. they are not available yet for the Note 4 though. here is a video of what I mean
I'll get my body glove satin case in black color in early of November, but won't be able to photo it with the phone, I'm waiting for samsung in my country release it's bronze gold color. lol
That will take long time
i ordered this one here loved the way it looked and it has a cover for your s-pen and lots of colors http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MP3OZME/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
ill have it by the 30th
There is a lot of video reviews of cases on YouTube. What I like to do though, is face off one case vs another and decide on a winner. What I've managed to do this time though is accumulate a good number of cases that I've spent time and real world use on. My plan is to face them off against each other in videos. Not all at once though. Instead I'm going to do a bracket in a tournament style until I proclaim the very best case. I'd like your input on which to put against each other (I'm also posting this at Android Central). They are the following cases:
Spigen Neo Hybrid
Spigen Slim Armor
Samsung Flip Case
Samsung Protective Cover
UAG Maverick
UAG Folio Flip
Seidio (Platinum) w/holster
Unicorn Beetle w/holster
Verus Iron Shield
Once I get some feedback I'll post the bracket and start posting videos over the course of the next couple of weeks. I'll be giving away a few of the cases when it's all said and done to people who like the videos or post comments on them.
Here's a pic of the cases that will be in the tournament.
Here are my suggestions.
Neo Hybrid Metal vs Verus Iron Shield
UAG Maverick vs Samsung Protective Cover
UAG Folio vs Samsung Flip Case
Waiting for your cases face off tournament. Good luck!
Glad to see the Samsung protective cover in the shootout. I really like mine.
I have the neo hybrid and protective cover. I think the protective cover is a way better case. Slim and offers some protection
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would like to see them compared against the iblason armorbox if you have one with and without samsung oem qi covers fitted.
Great thread, for me, the most versatile case is the Otterbox Commuter Series Case. Overtime, the silicone on the Defender Series case expands.
OK, here are the match ups for the first round:
Spigen Neo Hybrid (Plastic) vs.
Samsung Protective Case
Spigen Neo Hybrid (Metal) vs.
Verus Iron Shield
Spigen Slim Armor vs.
UAG Maverick
Unicorn Beetle w/ holster vs.
Platinum Hard Case w/ holster (BB version of Seidio Surface)
Samsung Flip Case vs.
UAG Folio Scout
So I have already received roughly 6 cases and I have a lot more package to open up and review. So far I've completed video reviews on the cases below.
Supcase Unicorn Beetle PRO:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01INYYYDI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Supcase Unicorn Beetle:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01INZ8JJW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
CHOETECH Premium Protective Flip PU Leather Wallet Case:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JCWA2TA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
CHOETECH Slim & Soft TPU:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I9130QW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
i-Blason **Clear** [Halo Series] :
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01INYJE6A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Ringke [Max] Advanced Dual Layer Heavy Duty Protection:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IJSQEPO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
A LOT MORE TO COME INCLUDING OTHER ACCESSORIES.
I received the choetech tempered glass protector. So far so good, but I want to wait a couple days before I give it the thumbs up or down.
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Loving the Unicorn Beetle Pro here!
Would like to know how that glass works out, especially if its case friendly.... Thats going to be my biggest challenge with this phone
Hey guys, I've made a bunch of reviews for both the Pixel and the Pixel XL. There are likely more reviews to come, but these are the ones I've done so far:
Spigen Rugged Armor (Pixel):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWNLTV51lCA
Spigen Rugged Armor (Pixel XL):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKDvsMeeCkE
Other Spigen Cases:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcivmnevvvs
Incipio DualPro (Pixel):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGvJWSfqkNk
Incipio DualPro (Pixel XL):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4AVimVSs_Q
Official Google Cases:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyPkf2wMI14
Lightning Knight Cases:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcNuFGKoKA8
Pleson Ultra Thin Crystal Clear:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0FgkhJJePs
DGtle Smoke Black TPU:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mesGTQtyEsQ
I've got a Speck case, two other Spigen cases, two other Lightning Knight cases, some Google Live cases, and the official Google cases for the Pixel XL on the way, so I'll be sure to update once I have those.
If you guys have any particular case review requests, please ask and if there's enough traction, I'll cover em.
Thanks everyone!
Nice ill check your reviews out tonight
saw all your reviews way before you posted this... lol
I feel like you missed one of the best cases out there Tech21
santque said:
I feel like you missed one of the best cases out there Tech21
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It's on the way
Hi fellow members it's that time again where I will be reviewing Samsung Galaxy Note 9 cases and screen protectors. Some of you will already know me from previous threads and forums on Xda.
I take requests and answer any questions you may have so feel free to ask.
Review of the Official Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Real leather wallet cover.
Pros;
Genuine Leather
Soft microfiber lining
Thin profile
Feels premium
OEM case so fit is great
Sleep wake function
Cons;
Price
Not fully protected sides exposed
Flip doesn't stay closed
Only room for 1 card
No led cutout
Camera cutout is too big
No stand function
This is the first leather case from Samsung and it is a good attempt, I have been using this case for a week and it has grown on me. It is made from genuine Italian leather which feels great and is available in 3 different colours, black, red and umber.
Check out my video review of it below if you require any more information or want to see the case in the flesh and feel free to ask me any questions.
Review of the Official Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Silicone Cover,
Pros;
Feels great in hand
Works with the whitestone dome
Good quality Silicone
Microfiber lining
Buttons easy to press
Available in 4 colours
Cons;
Price is a little bit too expensive for a Silicone case
Bottom is exposed
This case feels fantastic in hand, Samsung have used a good quality thick silicone which feels soft and doesn't attract lint. There is plenty of lip protection and the camera is well recessed into the back of the case so no need to worry about laying down on a desk. The price is a little bit too expensive for me personally especially since the bottom is open and exposed. If you want to check out the full review for a better look at the case the use the link below;
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Spigen Case Line-Up Review,
I take a look at the Spigen case line up where I review cases like the Tough Armor, liquid crystal, neo hybrid, etc. Spigen cater to everyone's taste and these cases are responsibly priced. A Plus point is they all work with the whitestone dome screen protector as I have tested them. If you need to see more check out my review, I have time stamped the video to make it easier to get to the case you want. The link is below:
Review of the Official Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Clear Silicone Cover, if you want a clear case to show off the colour of your Note 9 consider this review link :
Pros
Perfect fit
Doesn't add much bulk
Shows of the colour of your phone
Cons
Price
No heavy duty drop protection
Will yellow over time
Fingerprint magnet
This is a clear tpu case from Samsung for the note 9, it feels nice without adding much bulk, however its not designed for ultimate drop protection.
Review of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 GEAR4 Case line-up. These cases offer some huge drop protection ratings upto 16FT. Watch the review here:
Pros
1. Drop rating
2. They offer great grip
3. D3O
4. Not too bulky
5. They look good
Cons
1. Price
2. Only one of them is clear
Great cases for protection which work with screen protectors such as the Whitestone Dome.
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Review of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 GEAR4 Case line-up. These cases offer some huge drop protection ratings upto 16FT. Watch the review here:
Pros
1. Drop rating
2. They offer great grip
3. D3O
4. Not too bulky
5. They look good
Cons
1. Price
2. Only one of them is clear
Great cases for protection which work with screen protectors such as the Whitestone Dome.
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Yes, finally one of my favorite brands that hardly anyone talks about this side of the pond. I was hoping to get the Battersea line this time around for my Note 9. Was very pleased with the Piccadilly model when I had a Note 8. Thanks.
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Limeybastard said:
Yes, finally one of my favorite brands that hardly anyone talks about this side of the pond. I was hoping to get the Battersea line this time around for my Note 9. Was very pleased with the Piccadilly model when I had a Note 8. Thanks.
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You are welcome my friend ?
UAG Samsung Galaxy Note 9 case line-up review, I will be reviewing the Plyo, Monarch and Plasma cases for the note 9.
You can watch the review here:
Pros
1. Great protection
2. Build quality
3. Grippy
4. Works with the whitestone dome
Cons
1. Price
2. Colour options
Remember I take requests so feel free to ask me anything!
ramheer said:
Hi fellow members it's that time again where I will be reviewing Samsung Galaxy Note 9 cases and screen protectors. Some of you will already know me from previous threads and forums on Xda.
I take requests and answer any questions you may have so feel free to ask.
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Iam gonna take d brans they looks fabulous
Hey Tech which case you prefer the UAG or Gear4 . I always been a fan of UAG but that Gear 4 is nice.
LilWeech said:
Hey Tech which case you prefer the UAG or Gear4 . I always been a fan of UAG but that Gear 4 is nice.
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Gear gives better protection
Real Alcantara and Carbon fiber case for the Samsung Galaxy Note 9. This case is made by SCF also known as Simply Carbon fiber, it is a luxury case but it feels great. Check out the review here:
Pros
1. Feels great
2. Unusual design
3. Premium materials
4. Grip
5. Works with Whitestone Dome screen protector
Cons
1. Price
2. Not the most protective case
3. Shipping and taxes depending where you live
This case feels great and luxurious, it has enough lip protection around the screen and camera but it's not the most protective cover available for the note 9. The grip is excellent and the buttons are very good but could be a little more tactile imho.
I am in middle to decide which is better X Doria or spigen though Armor, if anyone has used both then please suggest
Guys, i need a screen protector from Aliexpress. Which one do you advice?
ramheer said:
UAG Samsung Galaxy Note 9 case line-up review, I will be reviewing the Plyo, Monarch and Plasma cases for the note 9.
You can watch the review here:
Pros
1. Great protection
2. Build quality
3. Grippy
4. Works with the whitestone dome
Cons
1. Price
2. Colour options
Remember I take requests so feel free to ask me anything!
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I am using the UAG casing for my note9 as well, perfect fit and great protection.
ramheer said:
Review of the Official Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Clear Silicone Cover, if you want a clear case to show off the colour of your Note 9 consider this review link :
Pros
Perfect fit
Doesn't add much bulk
Shows of the colour of your phone
Cons
Price
No heavy duty drop protection
Will yellow over time
Fingerprint magnet
This is a clear tpu case from Samsung for the note 9, it feels nice without adding much bulk, however its not designed for ultimate drop protection.
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If only it weren't fingerprint & oil magnet, I would use this case all the time. Wondering if there's any case out there with the same thickness but different material.
How about samsung s-view flip cover? and cases from tech21? Can you please review them?