Since I initially purchased my OnePlus 6 at launch, I've gone through a few different screen protectors and cases, including the OEM Nylon Bumper Case. While the Nylon Bumper Case was my previous favorite, I'm finding that the Spigen Rugged Armor case, paired with the Orzly TGSP, is absolutely perfect. The overall size of the Spigen case is almost identical to the OEM Nylon Bumper, so it isn't adding any more noticeable bulk. The added bonus is that the Spigen case hugs the top, bottom and sides of the Orzly protector with no gaps anywhere. There was a bit of a gap between the Orzly protector and the Nylon Bumper Case.
In addition, the buttons on the Spigen case are just as 'clicky' as the OEM Nylon Bumper Case while providing just a tad more of a gap between the back camera and the outside of the case, thus providing a little more protection for the back camera.
Overall, I am extremely happy and would highly recommend this combo. Admittedly, my previous Orzly screen protector was installed slightly off center, causing it to lift when the Spigen case was installed. However, I uninstalled that protector, cleaned the screen and re-installed my spare Orzly protector with the Spigen case installed, for perfect guidance. The end result is even better than I expected.
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Looks good... Beside the fact that I can't see the desigm of the spigen cases anymore. Don't they have somekind of design department? I'm tired of the look.
Looks like there is not too much lip to protect the screen. I have original tg and bought few cases. Ended up with nylon op6 case. Still not pleased that the side of the screen are partially covered by original op6 TG.
I'm you like your combo.
lol i take some gap over the ugly ass case and screen protector that not covers the whole screen bro but thanks for sharing anyways and hope others find it useful
netgar said:
Looks like there is not too much lip to protect the screen. I have original tg and bought few cases. Ended up with nylon op6 case. Still not pleased that the side of the screen are partially covered by original op6 TG.
I'm you like your combo.
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The lip of the case is only a few mm above the screen protector. So not a lot of protection there. I'd say the lip is about the same height as the OEM nylon case.
h0LLe said:
Looks good... Beside the fact that I can't see the desigm of the spigen cases anymore. Don't they have somekind of design department? I'm tired of the look.
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Yeah, the case could definitely use a revamp. They've used the same design for like the last 2 years on all the phones they make this case for.
RiTCHiE007 said:
lol i take some gap over the ugly ass case and screen protector that not covers the whole screen bro but thanks for sharing anyways and hope others find it useful
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LOL what? The screen protector is full coverage. There's no other TGSP that covers more of the screen. Also, learn how to use punctuation. Trying to read your odd comments is like trying to read letters from my 10 year old niece.
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The lip of the case is only a few mm above the screen protector. So not a lot of protection there. I'd say the lip is about the same height as the OEM nylon case.
Yeah, the case could definitely use a revamp. They've used the same design for like the last 2 years on all the phones they make this case for.
LOL what? The screen protector is full coverage. There's no other TGSP that covers more of the screen. Also, learn how to use punctuation. Trying to read your odd comments is like trying to read letters from my 10 year old niece.
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The original protector covers the whole screen but im a big fan of the soft nano tpu protectors that i can apply wet and **** a punctuation bro.
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Spigen Rugged is a trash case with minimal protection, I'm using the same one while waiting my otterbox.
also, your screen protector is trash as well since it cover too much and can be easily pilled.
RiTCHiE007 said:
The original protector covers the whole screen but im a big fan of the soft nano tpu protectors that i can apply wet and **** a punctuation bro.
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x111 said:
Spigen Rugged is a trash case with minimal protection, I'm using the same one while waiting my otterbox.
also, your screen protector is trash as well since it cover too much and can be easily pilled.
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Well, this is the last time I try to provide a positive contribution to this forum, which is now seemingly overrun by whiny children.
My friend I didn't mean to offend anyone. Thx for sharing. Im still looking TG that doesnt cover the sides of the screen. I used spigen on all my phones. First time I didnt keep one for op6.
As long you are happy...
x111 said:
Spigen Rugged is a trash case with minimal protection, I'm using the same one while waiting my otterbox.
also, your screen protector is trash as well since it cover too much and can be easily pilled.
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Is there anything you like?
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Well, this is the last time I try to provide a positive contribution to this forum, which is now seemingly overrun by whiny children.
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I really like my orzly screen protector as well. I'm using it with the orzly case atm. I tried putting on my spigen case but it lifted the tgsp. I guess you need to apply the protector while in the spigen case to get it perfectly aligned.
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netgar said:
My friend I didn't mean to offend anyone. Thx for sharing. Im still looking TG that doesnt cover the sides of the screen. I used spigen on all my phones. First time I didnt keep one for op6.
As long you are happy...
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Oh don't worry, I wasnt referring to you. In fact, I actually agreed with what you said about the case.
My coments we're directed at these other clowns who only post negative comments and never contribute anything useful to the forum.
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Well, this is the last time I try to provide a positive contribution to this forum, which is now seemingly overrun by whiny children.
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Dude, stop being this softy! I said this is a good post and even tho its not for me i said that some might find this information usefull but then you came back at me with your stupid punctuation answer so what did you expect?
Im happy for you that you found the perfect combo and i know from my own experience that it can be a long road to find the perfect combination so this is why i said its good that you shared this info for others to read.
Also i dont think you should get in this defense this easy because you know on internet you get a more realistic response if people like it or not so you should have a bit more respect for your self and not take the bad comments, in your eyes, that serious
I think the screen protector is **** because it doesn't cover the notch and i hated this on the official screen protector also that came with the phone so i bought the official glass protector but since im hearing stories about it covering the screen due to the black borders, i didn't even take the the trouble to install it and went straight for other protectors with a all transparant top.
I have tried many cheap glass protectors but they all where **** due to the fact that all had problems with the edges and this is why i went to try the soft TPU nano protectors that i also used on my galaxy s7..... and guess what? I think they still are 1 of the best protectors in general because they wont raise the screen and i love the feel when i swipe my finger over it!
They also dirty cheap and easy to replace and when you apply it wet then its so easy to install so these are my go to protectors from now one in combination with the Nylon case.
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Well, this is the last time I try to provide a positive contribution to this forum, which is now seemingly overrun by whiny children.
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sn0warmy said:
Oh don't worry, I wasnt referring to you. In fact, I actually agreed with what you said about the case.
My coments we're directed at these other clowns who only post negative comments and never contribute anything useful to the forum.
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Also how do you know that the clowns never contribute anything good to the forum? Have you checked all their history on the forums or are you just stating something you didn't check?
You just proved my point that not everything said on a forum has to be kind BUT it has to be respectful and honest which most of us did..... But to get back at the subject
I think the case you got on now doesn't look that great and this is why i think the nylon is a much better option
Happy to see that, because i got that case from another brand, but it's the same one lol, and i'm waiting for the shippment of the orzly's
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I think the screen protector is **** because it doesn't cover the notch and i hated this on the official screen protector also that came with the phone so i bought the official glass protector but since im hearing stories about it covering the screen due to the black borders, i didn't even take the the trouble to install it and went straight for other protectors with a all transparant top.
I have tried many cheap glass protectors but they all where **** due to the fact that all had problems with the edges and this is why i went to try the soft TPU nano protectors that i also used on my galaxy s7..... and guess what? I think they still are 1 of the best protectors in general because they wont raise the screen and i love the feel when i swipe my finger over it!
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If you had just provided details like this from the beginning, your initial negative comments would have made a lot more sense and not sounded like you were just complaining to complain.
RiTCHiE007 said:
Also how do you know that the clowns never contribute anything good to the forum? Have you checked all their history on the forums or are you just stating something you didn't check?
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The "Thanks" meter is a d*** good indicator of positive contribution. When you've been around here for 7 years, posted 790 times and only have 124 instances where your post helped someone, that's a clear sign that most of your time here has not been used to contribute useful things for others. Maybe consider that next time, before coming into the thread that someone created to try and help others, simply to bash it with negative comments. It's not helpful and it quickly derails threads for no reason.
It's perfectly fine to disagree. And as I said just before, if you had provided the details you just did in your last post right from the beginning, it would have probably sparked a worthwhile conversation. But you chose not to and now here we are.
sn0warmy said:
If you had just provided details like this from the beginning, your initial negative comments would have made a lot more sense and not sounded like you were just complaining to complain.
The "Thanks" meter is a d*** good indicator of positive contribution. When you've been around here for 7 years, posted 790 times and only have 124 instances where your post helped someone, that's a clear sign that most of your time here has not been used to contribute useful things for others. Maybe consider that next time, before coming into the thread that someone created to try and help others, simply to bash it with negative comments. It's not helpful and it quickly derails threads for no reason.
It's perfectly fine to disagree. And as I said just before, if you had provided the details you just did in your last post right from the beginning, it would have probably sparked a worthwhile conversation. But you chose not to and now here we are.
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its not bashing at all but just my opinion and if you re-read my first comment you would know! 2nd, lots of people dont even know where the thanks meter can be found or dont even care about things like that, just like me.
RiTCHiE007 said:
its not bashing at all but just my opinion and if you re-read my first comment you would know! 2nd, lots of people dont even know where the thanks meter can be found or dont even care about things like that, just like me.
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LOL! :laugh: You can't be serious. The "Thanks" button is literally 2 buttons away from the "Reply" button that you (and everyone else) use on a daily basis. So I find it very hard to believe that "lots of people" don't know where it is. People seem to have no trouble finding it when someone posts something useful.
Anyway, this is an endless hole of bickering for no reason. I appreciate your comments and hope you have a great weekend. Cheers! :highfive:
Hey don't worry about those rude folks, thanks for posting your experience. Doesn't this Orzly protector have a black border? Do you find it cuts any of the viewable screen off? I've got the same case, currently using a soft film protector but I'm not satisfied with it and am only using it to prevent damage.
mdl054 said:
Hey don't worry about those rude folks, thanks for posting your experience. Doesn't this Orzly protector have a black border? Do you find it cuts any of the viewable screen off? I've got the same case, currently using a soft film protector but I'm not satisfied with it and am only using it to prevent damage.
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Yes the protector does have a black border. It does cut off a tiny bit of screen but nothing to even notice. On mine I can still see the time on the top left and the battery icon on the right. People say it cuts of some writing while in fastboot mode but I haven't checked. I haven't noticed anything cut off from the border.
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mdl054 said:
Hey don't worry about those rude folks, thanks for posting your experience. Doesn't this Orzly protector have a black border? Do you find it cuts any of the viewable screen off? I've got the same case, currently using a soft film protector but I'm not satisfied with it and am only using it to prevent damage.
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Yep. As yldlj said, it cuts off a very tiny portion of the left and right sides. In normal usage you'd never notice it though. Other than in Fastboot, I haven't found a single app that pushes text far enough out that the TGSP border cuts it off.
yldlj said:
Yes the protector does have a black border. It does cut off a tiny bit of screen but nothing to even notice. On mine I can still see the time on the top left and the battery icon on the right. People say it cuts of some writing while in fastboot mode but I haven't checked. I haven't noticed anything cut off from the border.
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I can confirm that it cuts off the very far edge of text while in Fastboot mode. This is the only time I've ever noticed it actually cutting anything off. But that's mainly because the text in Fastboot goes way to far to the screen edges and doesn't wrap- around to the next line where it should.
x111 said:
Spigen Rugged is a trash case with minimal protection, I'm using the same one while waiting my otterbox.
also, your screen protector is trash as well since it cover too much and can be easily pilled.
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I have to disagree. I used this very case for HTC 10, S7, P10, Pixel and now OP6.
It saved my phone and my wallet so many times.
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Anyone have any suggestions for a good kickstand case, I would like something that stands both vertical and horizontal view. I do not care about branding, ebay brandless is OK by me (and cheaper). Preferably hybrid.
I am liking this one so far, but I can't find a US vendor for the color I like (lime).
http://www.grashine.com/en/product1.asp?idd=76&ids=4&SortID=74&id=74&idid=24&ord=100#
What kickstand cases do you like/have?
QUESTION REVISED 4/29/14:
What is the best kickstand case under 10 bucks that I can cannibalize to remove the kickstand (to then epoxy it to my favorite S5 non-kick case)?
I used to try to find and use kickstand cases , but 2 yrs ago I cam across the flygrip which was perfect for me as I got tired of searching all the time for a case , now I an purchas any case I find and attach the flygrip directly to it , have a holder on my device to I never drop it and also a kickstand in both directions.
I haven't seen a decent case with a durable kickstand that is stable in both horizontal and vertical positions since the S3 was released (Qmadix case).
So, for my S4 I just found the coolest case and then cut a hole on the back and DIY'd my favorite kickstand (Qmadix) into it.
Unfortunately, that company no longer makes the kickstand case for any phones.
But a nice alternative is to get a stick-on kickstand.
http://www.mouseglider.com/pro1445718.html
Put it on any case.
ex-28 said:
I used to try to find and use kickstand cases , but 2 yrs ago I cam across the flygrip which was perfect for me as I got tired of searching all the time for a case , now I an purchas any case I find and attach the flygrip directly to it , have a holder on my device to I never drop it and also a kickstand in both directions.
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I had never seen those before. Thanks! Definitely an option.
I am a bit wary of the girth of the item and how it might dig into my leg, or my jeans while the phone is in pocket.
Maybe choose a wallet style case that let's you use the lid as a stand?
Airax said:
Maybe choose a wallet style case that let's you use the lid as a stand?
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https://www.otterbox.com/Defender-Series-for-Samsung-GALAXY-S5/sam2-galaxy-s5-set,default,pd.html
The proven option and my personal *go to* case for all phones.
Airax said:
Maybe choose a wallet style case that let's you use the lid as a stand?
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Not durable enough for me, not any that I have seen at least.
I've been using this one for all my GS phones. Very sturdy and not overly bulky plastic that looks much nicer in person. I need only the kickstand feature (the bottom part), can't say anything about the holster.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IO8NI0Y/ref=ox_sc_imb_mini_detail?ie=UTF8&smid=AY3SA6XQV4F15
ecksor said:
I've been using this one for all my GS phones. Very sturdy and not overly bulky plastic that looks much nicer in person. I need only the kickstand feature (the bottom part), can't say anything about the holster.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IO8NI0Y/ref=ox_sc_imb_mini_detail?ie=UTF8&smid=AY3SA6XQV4F15
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thank you for finding this. imho - its the best case you can get. i have been using them on all of my phones. i am just hesitating so much considering the phone is already so big :-/
km8j said:
thank you for finding this. imho - its the best case you can get. i have been using them on all of my phones. i am just hesitating so much considering the phone is already so big :-/
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Looks interesting
Cimo Galaxy S5 Case on Amazon
ecksor said:
I've been using this one for all my GS phones. Very sturdy and not overly bulky plastic that looks much nicer in person. I need only the kickstand feature (the bottom part), can't say anything about the holster.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IO8NI0Y/ref=ox_sc_imb_mini_detail?ie=UTF8&smid=AY3SA6XQV4F15
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My Galaxy S5 came in yesterday (AT&T). I'm thinking OtterBox but until those are ready I've ordered this beaut:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IK075DW/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
maddix said:
My Galaxy S5 came in yesterday (AT&T). I'm thinking OtterBox but until those are ready I've ordered this beaut:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IK075DW/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I had this for the S3, the hinge got brittle and cracked. Just FYI.
ecksor said:
I've been using this one for all my GS phones. Very sturdy and not overly bulky plastic that looks much nicer in person. I need only the kickstand feature (the bottom part), can't say anything about the holster.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IO8NI0Y/ref=ox_sc_imb_mini_detail?ie=UTF8&smid=AY3SA6XQV4F15
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This was a contender, but I am gun shy on hard cases. I go to the beach frequently, and sometime end up with a little sand in my pockets. A hard case will rub sand into your phone. If even the tiniest amount gets under, your phone will have massive surface damage. Also, not the greatest corner protection for drops.
I REALLY like the kickstand.
Otterbox knock-off under $20 from eBay (iskyphone)
adrockr said:
I had this for the S3, the hinge got brittle and cracked. Just FYI.
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Thanks for the heads-up. In fact I never opened that case and it has gone back.
For ~$18 including shipping I was able to order an Otterbox knock off from iskyphone on eBay (since removed but they claim it will be re-listed). Camo/orange, case is identical in the way it all goes together, and the belt clip doubles as the kickstand. It's not waterproof but the phone is so that's a wash imho. The case includes a built-in screen protector which I'm not a fan of. It's not the cleanest/clearest plastic but with the brightness of the phone you can't tell any difference (again, imho). Pressing around the edges can be tricky (aka pressing the 'a' key for example), but I suppose the screen needs protecting also.
All in all I'm happy with it and also not having spent an additional $42. Perhaps the official OB is better, but probably not two thirds better.
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adrockr said:
I had this for the S3, the hinge got brittle and cracked. Just FYI.
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maddix said:
Thanks for the heads-up. In fact I never opened that case and it has gone back.
For ~$18 including shipping I was able to order an Otterbox knock off from iskyphone on eBay (since removed but they claim it will be re-listed). Camo/orange, case is identical in the way it all goes together, and the belt clip doubles as the kickstand. It's not waterproof but the phone is so that's a wash imho. The case includes a built-in screen protector which I'm not a fan of. It's not the cleanest/clearest plastic but with the brightness of the phone you can't tell any difference (again, imho). Pressing around the edges can be tricky (aka pressing the 'a' key for example), but I suppose the screen needs protecting also.
All in all I'm happy with it and also not having spent an additional $42. Perhaps the official OB is better, but probably not two thirds better.
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"Tree-Orange" --> http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-Samsung...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item3f349d1d05 :good:
adrockr said:
I had never seen those before. Thanks! Definitely an option.
I am a bit wary of the girth of the item and how it might dig into my leg, or my jeans while the phone is in pocket.
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have a peek at the youtube videos on the flygrip , there very slim and sturdy i just got my flygrip gravity new style then the original , and just love it , i keep my phone in my jean pockets a lot to , but not skintight geans , just normal , and can never feel it. if you give it a try i almost cirtian you will never go back.
also can be removed with no damage to back of phone or case as it uses 3m adhesive double sided tape to attach .
While its still listed as "under development," I've had their cases on my TB, S3, Note II and as soon as their completed my S5.
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Kinda $$, but IMO, well worth it.
ex-28 said:
have a peek at the youtube videos on the flygrip , there very slim and sturdy i just got my flygrip gravity new style then the original , and just love it , i keep my phone in my jean pockets a lot to , but not skintight geans , just normal , and can never feel it. if you give it a try i almost cirtian you will never go back.
also can be removed with no damage to back of phone or case as it uses 3m adhesive double sided tape to attach .
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It looks like an awesome product, but I have never even spent that much on a case, let alone a kickstand. $30 is pretty steep. I wonder if they ever go on sale.
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It looks like an awesome product, but I have never even spent that much on a case, let alone a kickstand. $30 is pretty steep. I wonder if they ever go on sale.
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I hear you on that oen , it costs me 30 buck for it and 13 to ship it to Canada , I think free or discount shipping code in the us is bbking77 might give a slight or free discount on shipping.
CZ Eddie said:
I haven't seen a decent case with a durable kickstand that is stable in both horizontal and vertical positions since the S3 was released (Qmadix case).
So, for my S4 I just found the coolest case and then cut a hole on the back and DIY'd my favorite kickstand (Qmadix) into it.
Unfortunately, that company no longer makes the kickstand case for any phones.
But a nice alternative is to get a stick-on kickstand.
http://www.mouseglider.com/pro1445718.html
Put it on any case.
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I have been thinking about this, and until a less sucky kickstand case becomes available, I have decided to revise the question:
What is the best kickstand case under 10 bucks that I can cannibalize to remove the kickstand (to then epoxy it to my favorite S5 non-kick case)?
Provisions:
1. All I need is the kickstand, it can be for any phone on the market. 10 year old phones even.
2. Must be able to stand vertical, and horizonal.
3. Cheap.
4. Preferably black.
Another way to phrase it might be...What is the best vertical kickstand case you have ever owned?
One vote from CZ Eddie on the q-madix case.
Anyone else?
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One vote from CZ Eddie on the q-madix case.
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I ended up going with a Note 3. And I'm going to do the same DIY mod again because it worked so well last time. But this time, I'm going to take my time and make it have a NICER looking cutout. But here's my DIY thread if you want to check out how I did it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2488355
This time, I'm going to cut out the hole smaller than it needs to be. And then use a file to gently file the hole out to the correct dimensions. This should make it look more "stock" 'ish.
I recommend the Galaxy S3 Qmadix Metallix kickstand case for sourcing the kickstand part from. You can find it for $10 shipped if you look around.
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Btw, in the meantime I did use the stick-on kickstand. It works GREAT, even on my Note 3.
The only problem is it creates a bulge on the back of the case that makes it so the phone doesn't sit flat in my car and home docks. And when opened, the hole under the kickstand is just a bit too small for my normal sized fingers to go through, unlike the Qmadix kickstand which my fingers fit inside the loop great.
I would like to exchange my current HTC One M8 for another M8 through Verizon (because I have been noticing that the glass is not entirely flush), however I am weary of doing so with CWM Recovery still on the device. I understand how to remove permanent root (SuperSU settings allow for this), though since this is my first HTC device, I am not entirely sure how to proceed from here (get the stock recovery back). Can I just flash the recovery.img from this thread through ADB, or will this brick my device? Thanks in advance for your help.
Quick question, what glass are you talking about that is not flush?
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Quick question, what glass are you talking about that is not flush?
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he is probably talking about the entire screen. the time i read that. i remember feeling mine.
the part where the screen touches the metal towards the speakers, mine is lower on the right side than the left (gun metal grey m8)
its not a big deal for me, but im pretty sure this is what he is talking about
whskytango said:
Quick question, what glass are you talking about that is not flush?
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he is probably talking about the entire screen. the time i read that. i remember feeling mine.
the part where the screen touches the metal towards the speakers, mine is lower on the right side than the left (gun metal grey m8)
its not a big deal for me, but im pretty sure this is what he is talking about
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Yep, @JWhetstone02 is correct. The glass sections directly above the top and bottom front facing speakers of my device are raised in comparison to the glass covering my LCD. It wasn't enough to originally notice when I first opened and began using the device, but now that my screen protector has finally finished adhering, it is definitely noticeable (the raised portions are lifting the screen protector off of the glass). It wouldn't have been that big of a deal if both sections were equally raised, however they are not; the top right portion is higher then the top left portion, and the bottom left portion is flush while the bottom right portion is raised.
Despite all this, I still stand by the fact that the HTC One M8 is THE BEST constructed device I have ever had the pleasure of using.
EDIT: I actually considered sending in the device under the HTC Advantage Free Glass Replacement clause, however I don't want to take the risk that when I receive my device is may be no better off then when I sent it in. At least at the store I can confirm that the glass portions are all flush.
Mine is the same way too. Even the one on display was like that I'm just saying returning it I don't know if the new one will be any better, let us know
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my brother has the silver m8. got his 2 days ago (so it shouldnt be from the same batch as the launch devices) and his is the same way.
whskytango said:
Mine is the same way too. Even the one on display was like that I'm just saying returning it I don't know if the new one will be any better, let us know
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Ahhhh crap. Well, I plan on going in today around 5:30 pm PST, so I will keep you all posted. Do you guys have screen protectors that don't show this separation as much? I currently have a Skinomi Techskin on mine (pictures below), and while the separation does not cause any display issues, my OCD is really kicking in...
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Ahhhh crap. Well, I plan on going in today around 5:30 pm PST, so I will keep you all posted. Do you guys have screen protectors that don't show this separation as much? I currently have a Skinomi Techskin on mine (pictures below), and while the separation does not cause any display issues, my OCD is really kicking in...
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FYI, that shows up on every single one I've seen, if you use the screen protector that goes over the speaker grills.
use a regular screen only, you'll never notice.
JWhetstone02 said:
my brother has the silver m8. got his 2 days ago (so it shouldnt be from the same batch as the launch devices) and his is the same way.
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I tried to circumvent the launch devices by ordering mine after the a couple days after the official launch, because of all the issues I heard the original HTC One had, but apparently I either didn't wait long enough, or the even more unfortunate scenario that the majority of M8's are like this.
dr_drache said:
FYI, that shows up on every single one I've seen, if you use the screen protector that goes over the speaker grills.
use a regular screen only, you'll never notice.
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Worse comes to worse, I would rather have the separation and my entire screen covered... With such a nice looking device, I would hate myself if I scratched some portion of it. When I purchased the device, there were no screen protectors or cases at any of the Verizon stores near me, so I left my device unopened until the Skinomi Techskin and cheap TPU case I ordered arrived from Amazon. Further, after dropping and cracking my previous Galaxy S3, I am not taking any chances with this phone.
Ignore...
damn now mine has this. ugh my ocd got me now. never noticed...thanks lol
With the latest Gorilla glass i don't think screen protectors are even needed. Up until my last phone, samsung note 2, I always used a screen protector. Didn't use one on my note and never got a scratch on it. Granted i'm somewhat anal about my phone but never had an issue. Now on my
m8 i don't have one. I don't think its needed.....If it keeps lifting due to screen then ditch it.
Have you seen this ??
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVNI9Kflqw4
pmazz850 said:
With the latest Gorilla glass i don't think screen protectors are even needed. Up until my last phone, samsung note 2, I always used a screen protector. Didn't use one on my note and never got a scratch on it. Granted i'm somewhat anal about my phone but never had an issue. Now on my
m8 i don't have one. I don't think its needed.....If it keeps lifting due to screen then ditch it.
Have you seen this ??
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVNI9Kflqw4
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Part of me just died... I have always had screen protectors, it is more of a habit then anything. I still like the peace of mind that in the event I am attacked by a flurry of knives and keys that at least my screen will be okay...
And I hate to be a bore, but again, any input on adb flashing this recovery.img to revert my recovery to stock?
Sevinex said:
Part of me just died... I have always had screen protectors, it is more of a habit then anything. I still like the peace of mind that in the event I am attacked by a flurry of knives and keys that at least my screen will be okay...
And I hate to be a bore, but again, any input on adb flashing this recovery.img to revert my recovery to stock?
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I fully understand. Sometimes you just gotta let go!:fingers-crossed:
-4ndr01d- said:
damn now mine has this. ugh my ocd got me now. never noticed...thanks lol
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Ahh, sorry man, didn't mean to ruin it for you!
pmazz850 said:
With the latest Gorilla glass i don't think screen protectors are even needed. Up until my last phone, samsung note 2, I always used a screen protector. Didn't use one on my note and never got a scratch on it. Granted i'm somewhat anal about my phone but never had an issue. Now on my
m8 i don't have one. I don't think its needed.....If it keeps lifting due to screen then ditch it.
Have you seen this ??
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVNI9Kflqw4
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The Note 3, S4 and the M7 all had gorilla glass and all got scratched... Will never not put some sort of protection on my screen again.
M8, nuff said.
Fix for uneven glass.
Otterbox Defender.
http://www.otterbox.com/Defender-Se...default,pd.html?start=1&cgid=htc-one-m8-cases
The good:
The clear plastic sheet covers the entire glass eliminating the problems OP mentioned.
It protects the phone probably better than any other case.
The kickstand feature allows me to use it as my bedside alarm clock.
The bad:
It's costly.
It makes a very big phone MUCH bigger!
It's slow to get on and off.
The ugly:
Otterbox Defender is an UGLY case IMHO.
I wouldn't be without it! It took a day or two to get used to it but I really like it now.
xs11e said:
Otterbox Defender.
http://www.otterbox.com/Defender-Se...default,pd.html?start=1&cgid=htc-one-m8-cases
The good:
The clear plastic sheet covers the entire glass eliminating the problems OP mentioned.
It protects the phone probably better than any other case.
The kickstand feature allows me to use it as my bedside alarm clock.
The bad:
It's costly.
It makes a very big phone MUCH bigger!
It's slow to get on and off.
The ugly:
Otterbox Defender is an UGLY case IMHO.
I wouldn't be without it! It took a day or two to get used to it but I really like it now.
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Thank you, but I can not use an Otterbox case... It defeats the purpose of buying a nice looking phone if I immediately cover it up.
Sevinex said:
Thank you, but I can not use an Otterbox case... It defeats the purpose of buying a nice looking phone if I immediately cover it up.
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But you'll need a case of some kind for protection, won't you?
I don't know of any case that's as nice looking as the phone, I'd like to not use a case myself but my previous phone had a small problem (I could salvage the SIM and the SD card, the screen, digitizer, motherboard, etc. were completely destroyed so.... I know the case is ugly but I'm sticking with it!
As always, YMMV.
idk if this gives you any hope, but mine is flush on both ends... and if you're still looking for the stock recovery img, try reaching out to a dev. Try @andybones
EDIT: Stock Recovery img can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2708291
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So, with fantastic support from folks like @intelliARMOR here on XDA, perhaps we can get them to start looking at Tempered Glass Screen Protectors (TGSP's) for the REAR glass on the Nexus 6P.
I'll get some emails out to Skinomi and others to see if they would be interested in making one, while gorilla glass 4 is great and all, I'm sure some of the rest of you are as concerned as I am about the back glass, if not more so (always setting it down on the back).
Anyone else seen anything? I can get a list going of who's been contacted and replies, just give me a link and a name, or let me know you contacted them and their reply when they do.
@intelliARMOR - Responded here - in the works!.
Skinomi - Contacted, awaiting reply.
RED ZMAN said:
So, with fantastic support from folks like @intelliARMOR here on XDA, perhaps we can get them to start looking at Tempered Glass Screen Protectors (TGSP's) for the REAR glass on the Nexus 6P.
I'll get some emails out to Skinomi and others to see if they would be interested in making one, while gorilla glass 4 is great and all, I'm sure some of the rest of you are as concerned as I am about the back glass, if not more so (always setting it down on the back).
Anyone else seen anything? I can get a list going of who's been contacted and replies, just give me a link and a name, or let me know you contacted them and their reply when they do.
@intelliARMOR - Tagged in thread.
Skinomi - Contacted, awaiting reply.
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I'm interested.
+1
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um, what rear glass do you speak of? that little sliver at the top with the camera? because otherwise, the 6p has an aluminum rear...
indianajonze said:
um, what rear glass do you speak of? that little sliver at the top with the camera? because otherwise, the 6p has an aluminum rear...
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Yes, the area known as the rear visor. I'd be all for it.
indianajonze said:
um, what rear glass do you speak of? that little sliver at the top with the camera? because otherwise, the 6p has an aluminum rear...
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That piece of glass that covers the camera and the laser af focus
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Of course I'm referring to the only piece of gorilla glass on the rear. LOL
Glad to see others are interested. Should be easy, and cheap. I don't even think they'd need to make holes, do they? if so, just the one for the camera, one for the flash, and one for the auto focus, if not one for both of the latter together.
RED ZMAN said:
Of course I'm referring to the only piece of gorilla glass on the rear. LOL
Glad to see others are interested. Should be easy, and cheap. I don't even think they'd need to make holes, do they? if so, just the one for the camera, one for the flash, and one for the auto focus, if not one for both of the latter together.
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Holes would be required for those. The protectors would refract the laser, focus, camera
Figures, still, it would be much more protected with the holes cut out than nothing.
Hopefully someone takes this up.
indianajonze said:
um, what rear glass do you speak of? that little sliver at the top with the camera? because otherwise, the 6p has an aluminum rear...
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Did that really need to be explained?
I'd buy a combo pack (front + rear) over just a front glass protector.
Most cases (dare I even say all) won't support a TGS on there. And if you don't use a case then I don't quite see the point of protecting that part but not the back... unless you're just interested in protecting it from scratches using a skin or something... or it could just be me.... lol
Elnrik said:
Did that really need to be explained?
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yeah of course it did. it's a very odd request. as mentioned, it would cause issues with the camera, and the area's so small that i'd doubt there would ever be a market for such an item. i've never actually seen a request for tempered glass protection for a 40mm strip of glass. secondly, as there are other devices which in fact do have proper glass backs, i thought maybe he was confused. so yes, it really did need to be explained, and, given the explanation, i'm still not certain he understands the ramifications of what he's asking for. it would with 100% certainty detract from the usability of the device. if you're that concerned about it, get a nice bumper case and be done with it. anyway, good luck to you op with your quest
The edges of the "visor" also curve back toward the front of the phone, don't they? So it'll be annoying just like the 2.5D TGSP on iPhones and stuff...
This is a little anal retentive. The only reason to protect the back glass is to keep the camera, flash and laser emitter free of scratches, but you don't want to cover them for performance reasons. The rest is for sensors and even if the glass got scratched it wouldn't affect them.
Also, if you look at the design, it appears that even laying flat on a surface, the glass does not contact the surface. I don't have an actual 6P to check though.
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indianajonze said:
yeah of course it did. it's a very odd request. as mentioned, it would cause issues with the camera, and the area's so small that i'd doubt there would ever be a market for such an item. i've never actually seen a request for tempered glass protection for a 40mm strip of glass. secondly, as there are other devices which in fact do have proper glass backs, i thought maybe he was confused. so yes, it really did need to be explained, and, given the explanation, i'm still not certain he understands the ramifications of what he's asking for. it would with 100% certainty detract from the usability of the device. if you're that concerned about it, get a nice bumper case and be done with it. anyway, good luck to you op with your quest
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Fair enough. My apologies
Elnrik said:
Fair enough. My apologies
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noooo theres no need to apologize. we're all trying to help each other here. its all good
indianajonze said:
noooo theres no need to apologize. we're all trying to help each other here. its all good
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Eh, I know I wasn't trying to be an ass. You know I wasn't. Hard to convince the internet of it after it's out there though. That and having re-read it, yeah... I was kind of being an ass.
flamadiddle said:
I'd buy a combo pack (front + rear) over just a front glass protector.
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Me too.
gqukyo said:
Most cases (dare I even say all) won't support a TGS on there. And if you don't use a case then I don't quite see the point of protecting that part but not the back... unless you're just interested in protecting it from scratches using a skin or something... or it could just be me.... lol
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If you don't see the point, it wouldn't be for you then. I do see the point, I drop my phones occasionally, I'd rather have it protected as much as possible than not. A thin TGSP on the back would we fine for me, don't need a super thick one. I use cases, good ones, I just would like the option.
Someone else somewhere mentioned how skins should be made for it, and that's what gave me this idea. Either or even better, both options would be nice to have.
indianajonze said:
yeah of course it did. it's a very odd request. as mentioned, it would cause issues with the camera, and the area's so small that i'd doubt there would ever be a market for such an item. i've never actually seen a request for tempered glass protection for a 40mm strip of glass. secondly, as there are other devices which in fact do have proper glass backs, i thought maybe he was confused. so yes, it really did need to be explained, and, given the explanation, i'm still not certain he understands the ramifications of what he's asking for. it would with 100% certainty detract from the usability of the device. if you're that concerned about it, get a nice bumper case and be done with it. anyway, good luck to you op with your quest
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Not too odd obviously, others are interested in it. If there is a camera cut out then there's no issues with the camera.
He completely understands the ramifications of what he asked for... that's why he asked. Not that I want the answer, but I don't see how this could 100% detract from the usability of the device. Or even 1% for that matter.
A bumper case? Yeah, that's super protective. I've already got 2 cases waiting and a few more coming. I know there are folks that like to go naked, with just a screen protector, and I know there are others that are going to get the cases with no coverage of the back glass. If it's not for you then fine, it's not for you, but others having the option to get one don't affect your option to NOT.
crazyg0od33 said:
The edges of the "visor" also curve back toward the front of the phone, don't they? So it'll be annoying just like the 2.5D TGSP on iPhones and stuff...
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No idea, phone doesn't arrive till the 10th-12th.
dwswager said:
This is a little anal retentive. The only reason to protect the back glass is to keep the camera, flash and laser emitter free of scratches, but you don't want to cover them for performance reasons. The rest is for sensors and even if the glass got scratched it wouldn't affect them.
Also, if you look at the design, it appears that even laying flat on a surface, the glass does not contact the surface. I don't have an actual 6P to check though.
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No, the only reason to protect the back glass would be to...
Wait for it...
Wait...
Protect the back glass.
Protect it from shatters from falling on the ground, protect it from scratches and scrapes when doing the things you do with phones (taking pictures of your car engine while you work on it, taking pictures of the roof damage from the hailstorm).
I for one like a 100% device when I go to sell them when it is time to move on. My LG G3 is absolutely mint.
Call it anal, thats fine with me.
So great folks, if you aren't interested in one, this thread would not be for you.
:highfive:
RED ZMAN said:
So, with fantastic support from folks like @intelliARMOR here on XDA, perhaps we can get them to start looking at Tempered Glass Screen Protectors (TGSP's) for the REAR glass on the Nexus 6P.
I'll get some emails out to Skinomi and others to see if they would be interested in making one, while gorilla glass 4 is great and all, I'm sure some of the rest of you are as concerned as I am about the back glass, if not more so (always setting it down on the back).
Anyone else seen anything? I can get a list going of who's been contacted and replies, just give me a link and a name, or let me know you contacted them and their reply when they do.
@intelliARMOR - Tagged in thread.
Skinomi - Contacted, awaiting reply.
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Yes, this is something we can definitely do. We'll get going on it and thanks for the feedback!
To gather options here for U12+ glass/plastic screen and back protectors.
Currently I have this one ordered for back film:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Fro...r-For-HTC-U12-Plus-U12-Cover/32881487671.html
And this for the front:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/HTC-U12-Pl...-Schutzglas-Tempered-Schutzfolie/263708198830
It will be much relief to have these applied. Need to handle the phone with care till at least the front glass arrives...
I'm trying these out because they're the only non-glass, dry install protectors I could find.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C8HP8FM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
So the front tgsp is here. I can't recommend it because it's not well sized on top and bottom. No Halo, because this u12 panel is less curved than u11 was, it's flat.
It's all transparent and fully glued. Application was easy cause it didn't fit an exact match on top.
Usual glass feeling to it.
I'll keep it because it's without Halo
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How about Skinomi?
It's an off brand, but was the only one I found when I had a HTC 10. It was pretty great quality all body protection. Bestskinsever is normally my go to, but since they sometimes done have any skins Skinomi has been my second
All glass screen protector should work since the screen is flat. I ordered from Mr. Shield since I used for my Android Pad.
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I found this screen protector on amazon:
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07CRVB2VC...olid=2BBLC2HN0SPDW&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
It says: Especially for curved displays
What do u think of this screen protector?
x1tymez said:
All glass screen protector should work since the screen is flat. I ordered from Mr. Shield since I used for my Android Pad.
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Thats the one I ordered and its fits fine.
Defective Dave said:
Thats the one I ordered and its fits fine.
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I ordered different brand. Mr. Shield, the side is little smaller and for some reason the bottom don't stick. Not deal breaker, but nice to others.
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This looks great! But it's pretty expensive with shippingcosts to the Netherlands.
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PhantomSkinz Guru said:
Hi all,
If any of you would like to give our Ultra Clear screen protectors or full body skinz a try, we would be happy to send out a few review units since this device is new. Our Ultra Clear film is 100% designed and made in the USA, is self-healing, and comes with our Lifetime Warranty. We have a matte finish version available as well. You can see a sample video below of our Ultra Clear skin on the back of an iPhone 8 and an Apple Watch screen.
Qualifications for a free review unit:
1) Must live in the USA
2) Must have at least 100, but preferably 500+ post count to reward long-time, contributing members of the forum
We would make an exception to #1 above for @tbalden due to the insanely high post count and number of "thanks"
DM us if you are interested. Here are the available options for the U12+ https://phantomskinz.com/htc-u12-plus/. Ultra Clear is perfect for anyone with the Translucent Blue color which looks is pretty awesome phone in our opinion.
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hey I have even more posts, but not as much thanks like he does but also not living in the USA
DeeZZ_NuuZZ said:
hey I have even more posts, but not as much thanks like he does but also not living in the USA
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Also I already got mine slapped up with a cheapo from China, and don't want to risk another nervous break down while applying a new film or skin
PhantomSkinz Guru said:
Yes shipping a package internationally with tracking is quite expensive. It actually costs us even more than what we charge our customers because we choose to insure our international shipments. That being said, we do offer free international shipping on orders $69.95 and up. I know that is a lot, but if you put together an order with a few friends or family members, that would save you quite a bit on the shipping costs.
We used to send shipments as letters as some of our competitors do which is much cheaper, but that isn't really possible when including application gel and the percentage of lost shipments was MUCH higher in that scenario. We feel that it is more important that customers can track their orders and that a much closer to 100% of our orders are actually delivered.
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Thanks for your reply. Okay, I've just placed an order for 3 HTC u12+ skins, because Dbrand doesn't make them haha. And because I got 10% off and get free shipping.
Hope to have them soon!
PhantomSkinz Guru said:
Hi all,
If any of you would like to give our Ultra Clear screen protectors or full body skinz a try, we would be happy to send out a few review units since this device is new. Our Ultra Clear film is 100% designed and made in the USA, is self-healing, and comes with our Lifetime Warranty. We have a matte finish version available as well. You can see a sample video below of our Ultra Clear skin on the back of an iPhone 8 and an Apple Watch screen.
Qualifications for a free review unit:
1) Must live in the USA
2) Must have at least 100, but preferably 500+ post count to reward long-time, contributing members of the forum
We would make an exception to #1 above for @tbalden due to the insanely high post count and number of "thanks"
DM us if you are interested. Here are the available options for the U12+ https://phantomskinz.com/htc-u12-plus/. Ultra Clear is perfect for anyone with the Translucent Blue color which looks is pretty awesome phone in our opinion.
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I wasn't able to send a PM for some reason but I would love to try the ultra clean full body since I'm using a fitbag for my only protection now. I can't find any cases I'm interested in yet. I will make sure to give a full review. Thank you for the offer.
When I had my U11 protected with full body protector it would no longer fit properly in my U11 leather fitbag, since the fitbag is made perfectly for a naked phone but the U12+ is a tad smaller than the U11. The U12+ fits nicely in my U11 fitbag but it doesn't fit as snug as a bare naked U11. A bare naked U11 fit perfectly in the fitbag and whenever you slide it out, it would clean both front and back of the phone making it look great.
My point is, I would bet the @PhantomSkinz Guru for the U12+ would combine very nice with the U11 leather fitbag. I bet it would snug it up just perfect like it does for my U11.
PhantomSkinz Guru said:
Hi all,
If any of you would like to give our Ultra Clear screen protectors or full body skinz a try, we would be happy to send out a few review units since this device is new. Our Ultra Clear film is 100% designed and made in the USA, is self-healing, and comes with our Lifetime Warranty. We have a matte finish version available as well. You can see a sample video below of our Ultra Clear skin on the back of an iPhone 8 and an Apple Watch screen.
Qualifications for a free review unit:
1) Must live in the USA
2) Must have at least 100, but preferably 500+ post count to reward long-time, contributing members of the forum
We would make an exception to #1 above for @tbalden due to the insanely high post count and number of "thanks"
DM us if you are interested. Here are the available options for the U12+ https://phantomskinz.com/htc-u12-plus/. Ultra Clear is perfect for anyone with the Translucent Blue color which looks is pretty awesome phone in our opinion.
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Shame I don't quite meet the criteria in the UK with only <400 posts.
I've tried this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BXFR12Z/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D2BYYJN/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Both are garbage because neither completely covers the screen (each side is slightly thinner than the width of the screen) and BOTH will not stick down on 2 or 3 of the edges.
I have this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CKMBJ98/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CPQ3XJM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
coming tomorrow. I'm leery of Orzero due to the negative reviews of their product for another flat-screened, bezeless phone, the Essential PH-1 but I bought it because it specifically states that the entire protector has adhesive, not just the black edges. If neither of these work, I'm going Skinomi.
PhantomSkinz Guru said:
Yes the Ultra Clear skinz are about 8 mils (0.2mm) thick. So you can double that thickness to account for each side being covered. It will definitely make the fit a little more snug. However sliding it in and out of a tight fitting pouch many times a day may cause the skin to peel up? Suppose it depends how tight the fit bag is.
We'll PM you for your shipping details for the review kit
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Yes thank you very much I'm really looking forward to applying these. I bet they will work great with my FitBag and if they do peel up it will probably get enough use before doing so and still be worth it to order new. We will see and I will post pics and thoughts. Thanks again!
holz75 said:
I'm trying these out because they're the only non-glass, dry install protectors I could find.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C8HP8FM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Those were terrible, but these Supershieldz are great, especially if you prefer film over glass.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DT497ZQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
PhantomSkinz Guru said:
No problem We are going to send you a "glass only" back skin as well so you can choose which you like better. The glass only will certainly be easier to install and may be less prone to peeling in your situation.
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Awesome thank you.
My HTC U11 Fitbag only fit properly bare naked. Once I put a screen protector and back protector on it, it was too tight. The U12+ fits nicely in my U11 Fitbag but it's not tight enough, I think applying these will make the U11 Fitbag fit the U12+ as if it was made for it.
If it doesn't work out I will stop using the FitBag. I just want a bare looking phone with these great protector's. I would hate to get a single scratch on this beauty :laugh:
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I've tried this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BXFR12Z/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D2BYYJN/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Both are garbage because neither completely covers the screen (each side is slightly thinner than the width of the screen) and BOTH will not stick down on 2 or 3 of the edges.
I have this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CKMBJ98/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and this:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CPQ3XJM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
coming tomorrow. I'm leery of Orzero due to the negative reviews of their product for another flat-screened, bezeless phone, the Essential PH-1 but I bought it because it specifically states that the entire protector has adhesive, not just the black edges. If neither of these work, I'm going Skinomi.
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So here's the sad state of affairs for tempered glass screen protectors for the U12 Plus. Do you want to protect just the screen, or the entire phone?
Because you can't do both.
You can use a glass screen protector, but you'll have to either deal with the screen protector not actually covering your screen, or you can get a 'case friendly' full coverage screen protector that is, infact, not case friendly.
Or you can use a case and a plastic screen protector, as I am going to do. The fact of the matter is until a name brand company decides to make a glass screen protector that actually fits and adheres to the U12 Plus, none of these cheap chinese glass screen protectors are worth a dime of your money. It cost me $40+ to figure that out.
The Orzero screen protector completely covered the flat glass surface of the front of the phone, however you can't get rid of the airgaps where the black part gives way to the clear glass. Then, when you put the case on, it immediately lifts the screen protector.
The Katain had more rounded corners so I was hopeful, but again, immediate lift and I have a bubble at the edge of the clear and black that will not go away.
At the time of this post, I'm running original day 1 US model firmware (1.15.617.4), and prices were $14 for Ringke case, $8 for 3-pack TGSP, and $7.50 for the other cheap TPU case I mention a few times).
Case: Ringke Fusion-X
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07F2ZNFKZ/
TGSP: Mr. Shield 3-Pack (out of stock. may try another later, but it's definitely good enough for me)
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D3LGZ7P/
CASE:
Case is really rugged without adding much bulk. Surprisingly slim even compared to the cheapo clear TPU case I also bought to try (Coohasisee brand). I like the design, leaves a nice view of the back of the phone. Cutouts are super precise and the edges/angles/design are really clean and sharp. The clear part of the case even has protective film on both sides that you peel yourself, making sure it's in perfect condition when you get it.
100% honestly, I think the cheap TPU case's corners have better cushioning, but that's a non-issue for me since I never drop my phones. While the cheaper case seems to actually have some cushioning, the Ringke appears to, but IMHO the case seems too solid to actually cushion from drops on the corners.
Funnily enough, using a case actually seems to make using the digital volume/power buttons more reliable. Without a case (or with the official HTC free case that comes with the phone), I would often mistakenly hit the power button without actually touching it. If my thumb/finger was just below the power button while I was handling the phone, it could accidentally trigger a power button press. Doesn't happen whenever I have a case on though. Edge sense also works great. Strangely, without a case, edge sense would go nuts - sometimes the lightest squeeze would start triggering edge sense while death grips wouldn't be enough. I dunno, I think maybe it was registering part of my hand (palm or fingertips) touching the edges of the screen while squeezing? Honestly it makes no sense to me. With the case though, it's as reliable as my U11 (I have it set to short squeeze camera, long squeeze flashlight). Double tapping is just... different. I have to tap differently. But truthfully, I really don't use double tap actions at all (yet).
TGSP:
Good enough for me. No bubbles, and edges stick down perfectly. Not lifting up at all like with my U11. Has good oleophobic coating. Only problem is I think it's like a fraction of a millimeter too narrow. I have the right side stuck PERFECTLY in line, and a very tiny bit of the left side isn't covered (all in terms of viewable area). I'm talking the width of maybe 3-4 hairs. Shame, because if the right side is stuck this perfectly, they could afford making it a bit wider and still not worry about the edges lifting. It's good enough for me though that I don't think I'm even going to try another unless it gets scratched or chipped. I installed it with absolutely no dust and lined up perfectly, so I don't feel like doing it again. Plus, I have 2 more since it was a 3-pack lol.
PICTURES!! Pics are very high resolution. Last 4 pics show the TGSP.
https://imgur.com/a/23wpLKe
- Note, this isn't my permanent phone yet. Still using my U11 until TWRP and a nice ROM gets released. I still need to run Zelda A Link To The Past on an emulator and splice a new wallpaper with the new 1440x2880 resolution. My home screen normally looks much sweeter than the default Nova layout. =)
Attached some pics to the thread, but all pics I took are in the IMGUR link above.
You could have just written this very review in my case compilation threaded.
Why's no one searching - or better looking - before posting....
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I'm thinking of getting the case myself. I HATE cases but this one might need it. Been a week and a half and haven't dropped it yet BUT still. The only thing is, I hate bulky cases which this looks like but you did say it's not. Maybe it's subjective idk.
5m4r7ph0n36uru said:
You could have just written this very review in my case compilation threaded.
Why's no one searching - or better looking - before posting....
Sent from my HTC U12+ using XDA Labs
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Please don't take this the wrong way, but I do search and the U12+ forums are pretty slow so far (but hopefully will get momentum soon, yay alpha TWRP builds!) and I felt like a new thread would be more fitting for a showing a decent case AND tempered glass setup that actually works pretty well. Your thread was a case compilation, which btw I have been following since before I even received the phone, but most people wouldn't glance at the topics expecting to see anything about TGSP's. I didn't see much on all the threads about decent tempered glass, especially one where the case doesn't wreck it, so I thought this post might help. I know the rules and do search. My post count is so low, despite being a member since 2006, because I usually search and find my answers instead of blindly asking, or I just tend to post what I think is useful stuff. Also, I lurk XDA much more than I post, and don't have much time to spend posting.
Speaking of which, I'll take this time to thank you for all your contributions too. Really, your firmware compilation threads and other contributions have been invaluable. I can see after what happened in your U11 firmware thread why you would be frustrated, but just believe me that I'm not as dumb as most ppl on the interwebs. q=D
PS: I copied/posted in your thread anyway, in case it might help anyone there. =)
Ndaoud360 said:
I'm thinking of getting the case myself. I HATE cases but this one might need it. Been a week and a half and haven't dropped it yet BUT still. The only thing is, I hate bulky cases which this looks like but you did say it's not. Maybe it's subjective idk.
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It really isn't that bulky, especially compared to a "slim TPU" case. Maybe these photos might help. I happened to have a portable battery pack within reach that can hopefully help kind of gauge the size difference between cases / no case. Also, I since stuck a spigen kickstand on the Ringke Fusion-X case, FYI, so that's not normally there.
If you like the design and still want to show the nice back of the phone, I can't recommend it more highly.
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turbo jjjang said:
Please don't take this the wrong way, but I do search and the U12+ forums are pretty slow so far (but hopefully will get momentum soon, yay alpha TWRP builds!) and I felt like a new thread would be more fitting for a showing a decent case AND tempered glass setup that actually works pretty well. Your thread was a case compilation, which btw I have been following since before I even received the phone, but most people wouldn't glance at the topics expecting to see anything about TGSP's. I didn't see much on all the threads about decent tempered glass, especially one where the case doesn't wreck it, so I thought this post might help. I know the rules and do search. My post count is so low, despite being a member since 2006, because I usually search and find my answers instead of blindly asking, or I just tend to post what I think is useful stuff. Also, I lurk XDA much more than I post, and don't have much time to spend posting.
Speaking of which, I'll take this time to thank you for all your contributions too. Really, your firmware compilation threads and other contributions have been invaluable. I can see after what happened in your U11 firmware thread why you would be frustrated, but just believe me that I'm not as dumb as most ppl on the interwebs. q=D
PS: I copied/posted in your thread anyway, in case it might help anyone there. =)
It really isn't that bulky, especially compared to a "slim TPU" case. Maybe these photos might help. I happened to have a portable battery pack within reach that can hopefully help kind of gauge the size difference between cases / no case. Also, I since stuck a spigen kickstand on the Ringke Fusion-X case, FYI, so that's not normally there.
If you like the design and still want to show the nice back of the phone, I can't recommend it more highly.
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I just got this same Rinke case with the same Spigen kickstand setup and like it very much except double tap sides does not work good. Using Cleanslate kernel improves all sensitivity on edge sense and the buttons but not so much for double tap sides. Great set up otherwise. Thanks for sharing.
Have this. Volume up key is finicky, otherwise I love it. I use the Orzero glass screen protector and it is almost perfectly flush.
I have the Ringke case too.. My only concern is the double tap function that is hard to activate, everything else is good, even the short/long squeeze