Hi,
I've been looking for several weeks for a belt case that is :
- horizontal - not vertical, as vertical would not be practical for me to wear it all day, because of the length of the S4
- belt case - with at least two belt loops, better even if it would have an extra belt clip. don't like the ones with only a belt clip, don't want to risk having it grabbed from my belt while commuting in public transport every day
- with velcro closure - will never buy one with magnetic closure
why these specific requirements:
- I already have a Tech21 protection back case, so the case should be slightly larger to fit that
- I don't like the case + holster combos, bought one for another phone years ago but never used it, adds too much bulk
- I never wear my phone in my front/back pockets, I work at a desk most of the time, plus I have other stuff in my front pockets.
The only thing that I found on Amazon/eBay is a canvas case that checks all the above cases, I think it's originally intended for the Galaxy Note, I bought one, but I'm not happy with overall quality because of several things: bottom cut is too small, elasticated margins are kinda off centered, overall feels very cheap. I wasn't expecting a better quality, as I already used a similar case for some other phone, but this case being bigger, the "cheapness" feeling is largely increased, it's just a big, wrapped cardboard shell ... And given I'll have to cut out part of it in order to enlarge the bottom hole, it will degrade faster than normal I think.
So I'm again looking for an alternative, but I can't seem to find anything. NiteIze are smaller ( M and L ) or too large ( XL ), most leather ones are with magnetic closure, most canvas ones are vertical ...
Does anyone uses a similar case ? I've also searched the Note parts of the forum, but no luck there neither ... Any help much appreciated
LoveQwerty said:
Hi,
I've been looking for several weeks for a belt case that is :
- horizontal - not vertical, as vertical would not be practical for me to wear it all day, because of the length of the S4
- belt case - with at least two belt loops, better even if it would have an extra belt clip. don't like the ones with only a belt clip, don't want to risk having it grabbed from my belt while commuting in public transport every day
- with velcro closure - will never buy one with magnetic closure
why these specific requirements:
- I already have a Tech21 protection back case, so the case should be slightly larger to fit that
- I don't like the case + holster combos, bought one for another phone years ago but never used it, adds too much bulk
- I never wear my phone in my front/back pockets, I work at a desk most of the time, plus I have other stuff in my front pockets.
The only thing that I found on Amazon/eBay is a canvas case that checks all the above cases, I think it's originally intended for the Galaxy Note, I bought one, but I'm not happy with overall quality because of several things: bottom cut is too small, elasticated margins are kinda off centered, overall feels very cheap. I wasn't expecting a better quality, as I already used a similar case for some other phone, but this case being bigger, the "cheapness" feeling is largely increased, it's just a big, wrapped cardboard shell ... And given I'll have to cut out part of it in order to enlarge the bottom hole, it will degrade faster than normal I think.
So I'm again looking for an alternative, but I can't seem to find anything. NiteIze are smaller ( even in XL ), most leather ones are with magnetic closure, most canvas ones are vertical ...
Does anyone uses a similar case ? I've also searched the Note parts of the forum, but no luck there neither ... Any help much appreciated
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This case has all you want, but has magnetic closure, i have used it with my s3 in otterbox commuter and my s4 with otterbox commuter, works perfectly
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLK-LEATHER...e_PDA_Cases&hash=item3a762b0617#ht_5205wt_932
0mega007 said:
This case has all you want, but has magnetic closure,
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Sorry, I can imagine that one point I'll have to relax some of my "must have" specs, but I won't have magnets sitting next to my phone for 8-10 hours a day. Magnetic closure is a definite no-go for me.
But some of the ebay sellers might be willing to replace the magnetic closure with a velcro one, I think I've done this 5-6 years ago with some other case bought on ebay.
Anyone uses the Nite Ize ( http://www.niteize.com/product/Clip-Case-Cargo-Sideways.asp ) ? Not sure if size L barely fits or is too small, and XL seems too large. And they don't quote internal dimensions :
External Case Dimensions:
Medium: 4.5" x 2.5" x 1"
Large: 5.5" x 3" x 1.7"
X-Large: 6.4" x 3.5" x 1"
LoveQwerty said:
Anyone uses the Nite Ize ( http://www.niteize.com/product/Clip-Case-Cargo-Sideways.asp ) ? Not sure if size L barely fits or is too small, and XL seems too large. And they don't quote internal dimensions :
External Case Dimensions:
Medium: 4.5" x 2.5" x 1"
Large: 5.5" x 3" x 1.7"
X-Large: 6.4" x 3.5" x 1"
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I had the LARGE size for my Bionic and it worked really well... the S4 will fit, but it is VERY VERY tight...pain in the butt pushing it in without turning it on... so I don't use it anymore.
Was going to get an XL so I can use one again.
I carry business cards in there as well as one of these...(see attachment)
It held all that and my bonic well.
Tim
tbrand68 said:
I had the LARGE size for my Bionic and it worked really well... the S4 will fit, but it is VERY VERY tight...pain in the butt pushing it in without turning it on... so I don't use it anymore.
Was going to get an XL so I can use one again.
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Thanks a lot, looks I can rule out Note Ize. I've measured the Note case and it's 5.8" ,looks like the XL at 6.4" will be too large, even with protective cover on.
These are a little pricey but it's the only company that I know that really lets you customize it just about however you like.
http://www.fortte.com/669/Samsung-Galaxy-S4-leather-case/
cbb77 said:
These are a little pricey but it's the only company that I know that really lets you customize it just about however you like.
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Thank you, I'll ask if they do Velcro.
For really pricey, look up the Easecase on ebay, I've had one of those customized with Velcro for a Nokia years ago, good quality but expensive.
So.far amazon sellers turned me down on Velcro, hope I'll have more luck on ebay.
Found another pricey one: http://www.ion-factory.com/carbon_pouch_note2.php
[Edit] My bad, the pictures are a bit misleading, has in fact a magnetic closure
I've been heavily searching the last few days, it seems the velcro cases are rather rare and the offer very polarized: you either get something cheap and lowish quality, either you pay a hefty price for good quality leather. By "heafty" I mean $50 or more, which to me looks rather expensive for a leather case, but of course YMMV.
Here are my findings, in case anyone else is looking for a similar case, sorted by price:
- 0-10$ - not many options, but there are a couple of canvas cases with velcro on amazon or ebay, if you want to use the S4 with a cover, look for Galaxy Note models. They're basically cardboard covered in nylon canvas, might have execution flaws, but one might get lucky and get a decent one. There's also a "USA Gear" neoprene case on Amazon for 9.99$
- 10-30$ - practically nothing ... everything in this range has magnetic closure, asked tens of ebay and amazon sellers for a velcro version, got back only negative answers
- 30-40$ - Fortte case for naked S4 Fortte "Leather Case for Samsung Galaxy S4 - Lateral Pouch". Belt loop is an extra $4, plus shipping so the real price is 40-50$ or more depending on the shipping destination. Velcro is an option at no extra cost. Different other paid customization options
- 40-60$ - Forte for S4 with case Leather Case for Samsung Galaxy S4 - Lateral - Size Your Pouch - you get to specify your measurements. Belt loop is an extra $4. Velcro is an option at no extra cost. Different other paid customization options. Need to add shipping costs to have a grand total.
- 50$ - Easecase - see ebay EASECASE shop. Can do velcro, can customize different options ( belt loop type and other ), different designs available. Free shipping worldwide.
- over 60$: tuff-as-nuts.com Nutshell Series: 224 Velcro is a well hidden option, last combo box way down the page. $64, probably plus shipping.
- over 80$: Col. Littleton - The Aviator Phone Holster - Large . Advertised for Iphone, but should fit a S4 probably with case ( Inside Dimensions - 6.125"W x 3"T ). Comes at 87.50$, probably plus shipping. Not velcro as I was looking for, but not magnetic either. But darn expensive.
In the end, it turns out it's even harder than I thought, to find what I was looking for, at a reasonable price. If anyone has other pointers, please don't hesitate to share.
LoveQwerty said:
I've been looking for several weeks for a belt case that is :
- horizontal - not vertical, as vertical would not be practical for me to wear it all day, because of the length of the S4
- belt case - with at least two belt loops, better even if it would have an extra belt clip. don't like the ones with only a belt clip, don't want to risk having it grabbed from my belt while commuting in public transport every day
- with velcro closure - will never buy one with magnetic closure
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Found this one that meets my requirements (horizontal, belt clip + loops, velcro) which are very similar to yours:
VMG Samsung Galaxy S III S3 Leather Holster Belt Clip Case Cover - Black Velcro Design Carrier Carrying Pouch Perfect Fit [by VANMOBILEGEAR]
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009Q7HHHM/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AVOGVSEQTBZEF
Think I'm going to try it for my s4, about $5.50 shipped.
I'm having trouble locating a belt holster for the idol 3. I found 1 seller on ebay and for whatever reason I can't purchase from that seller so can someone recommend some other phones that are similar in size where their holster might work with the idol 3 (preferably with the cheap ebay transparent TPU case).
Thanks for your time!
I've heard comparisons with the iPhone6+. Might wants to check the device specs to be sure though. Any local cellphone store or Best Buy should be able to help you. Or you can just eyeball the phone case rack to see what is nearby to your idol 3 size and then go to eBay
Thanks..the phone is arriving tomorrow so I'll be able to actually test fit etc then. I was trying to collect screen protector's, case and belt holster ahead of time but they shipped it "faster" than expected...they took their time shipping it but then shipped it next day delivery.
famewolf said:
Thanks..the phone is arriving tomorrow so I'll be able to actually test fit etc then. I was trying to collect screen protector's, case and belt holster ahead of time but they shipped it "faster" than expected...they took their time shipping it but then shipped it next day delivery.
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Just a followup that it looks like the iphone 6 plus as well as the alcatel onenote one have similar footprints so their cases should allow both the phone and a case without issue...I picked up one from each phone type. There are also some "hard cases" on ebay now.
Amazon Belt Holster options for Idol 3
famewolf said:
I'm having trouble locating a belt holster for the idol 3. I found 1 seller on ebay and for whatever reason I can't purchase from that seller so can someone recommend some other phones that are similar in size where their holster might work with the idol 3 (preferably with the cheap ebay transparent TPU case).
Thanks for your time!
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I actually just got the Idol 3 myself a couple of days ago. Anyway, regarding the holster question you can find some options here (some of the results that aren't for the Idol 3, others don't have a belt clip):
In Amazon search for "Alcatel onetouch idol 3 holster 5.5 belt"
Two types of holsters are being offered there by different merchants:
- leather pouch holster that can either be horizontally or vertically oriented
- armor style cases that have a belt clip that can swivel and have a built-in kickstand
I'm personally considering the second option. The thing that bothers me, though, is that many of those merchants take up to 3 weeks or more for delivery, which make me suspect they are some Chinese distributors!
Regarding the comparisons to the iPhone 6, it is no coincidence that Alcatel choose 4.7" and 5.5" screens sizes to compete directly with Apple, in those terms.
So did decide on any one of them? I have tried to look outside of Amazon with no luck whatsoever.
edchuy said:
I actually just got the Idol 3 myself a couple of days ago. Anyway, regarding the holster question you can find some options here (some of the results that aren't for the Idol 3, others don't have a belt clip):
In Amazon search for "Alcatel onetouch idol 3 holster 5.5 belt"
Two types of holsters are being offered there by different merchants:
- leather pouch holster that can either be horizontally or vertically oriented
- armor style cases that have a belt clip that can swivel and have a built-in kickstand
I'm personally considering the second option. The thing that bothers me, though, is that many of those merchants take up to 3 weeks or more for delivery, which make me suspect they are some Chinese distributors!
Regarding the comparisons to the iPhone 6, it is no coincidence that Alcatel choose 4.7" and 5.5" screens sizes to compete directly with Apple, in those terms.
So did decide on any one of them? I have tried to look outside of Amazon with no luck whatsoever.
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They are much cheaper on ebay....around $3-7 vs 12+ on amazon. I went with these:
US Seller using Iphone 6 plus as model: http://www.ebay.com/itm/281679642723
US $3.51
US Seller using Oneplus 1+ as model: http://www.ebay.com/itm/391102343482 (dimensions of case was identical for it and iphone 6 plus so went with the alcatel) US $6.95
Hong Kong: I tossed this in for good measure... http://www.ebay.com/itm/311369840681 [ Hard Matte Snap-On Cover Case For Alcatel Idol 3 5.5 Inch ]
US $2.59
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Yes, they tend to be cheaper @eBay, but there aren't any specific ones for the Alcatel Idol 3 there yet. I'm concerned that the cutout for the buttons and connector won't be the right ones for it, especially given the relatively odd placement of the power button, which I have actually become used to.
Amazon does have them since they seem to be the only place other than Ebay where you can get the smartphone for now. Same thing for other accessories for it. Given that I got the Idol 3 for $199.99 shipped, I think I'd rather pay a bit more and get the case I want for it. Even I have to have wait for it a bit longer ... I'm probably going with the red or blue Blue Aurora holster case. Unless I see something better before they become available.
I paid 29.99 for this last year, absolute bargain for this price. Great quality.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00L222C2O/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_lZhDwb18H1ZQB
That's a simple cover, not the book cover.
For a bargain try this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/381219491853 I've found it's a bulk high quality book cover, I bought it for less than 10 euros including shipping to Italy and after 5 months of daily usage I'm totally happy with it. It perfectly matches the shown pictures and practically it's the same as the original Sammy book cover but without logos.
The difference between the simple and the book cover is that the simple only protects the screen and doesn't work as a stand, while the book protects also the back and has 4 or 5 standing positions. The official positions are 3, at 10°, 30°, 50° but I've found that you can tilt one flap even more and get an angle from 65° to 70° that's definitely stable on plain surfaces.
htrex said:
That's a simple cover, not the book cover.
For a bargain try this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/381219491853 I've found it's a bulk high quality book cover, I bought it for less than 10 euros including shipping to Italy and after 5 months of daily usage I'm totally happy with it. It perfectly matches the shown pictures and practically it's the same as the original Sammy book cover but without logos.
The difference between the simple and the book cover is that the simple only protects the screen and doesn't work as a stand, while the book protects also the back and has 4 or 5 standing positions. The official positions are 3, at 10°, 30°, 50° but I've found that you can tilt one flap even more and get an angle from 65° to 70° that's definitely stable on plain surfaces.
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I didn't say it was a book cover, I already have one of these and I paid twice the price and a bit more.
I didn't want the book cover, because for one I didn't want to cover that beautiful back and two I don't like them flappy book cover/stand things.
ashyx said:
I didn't say it was a book cover, I already have one of these and I paid twice the price and a bit more.
I didn't want the book cover, because for one I didn't want to cover that beautiful back and two I don't like them flappy book cover/stand things.
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The words "book cover" are in the title, so I thought you were confusing the models.
Just bought the Samsung official cover from old stock on eBay. Paid $10 and free shipping. Had been using a leather Moko one but it covered too much of the tablet face and the buttons were hard to find. This one is super thin and has a magnetic closure where as the Moko had an elastic strap. I was worried it was fake for the price but figured if it was I hadn't lost much. Snaps fit very tight and the whole face is accessible when open. I love it.
All £2.99 @ Currys now and also as an Amazon add on but only the bronze
Hello All
My company just got me a Note 9 and I am trying to find a belt clip leather pouch that will take it with a Otterbox Defender over it.
I purchased this one from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HLFV6JC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 …as it said it was oversized for it, but when I got it I found it to be way to tight and while perhaps it might wear in over time, given how tight it is I think it’s going to take really long time.
Amazon does list this one as working with the Otterbox: https://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Note-...=B0798Y764V&psc=1&refRID=6CN3CSN161D3GSTS7DC9 …but even if it does this one has lots of bad reviews of the clip breaking off very soon and since I work and use this phone in a pretty physically demanding job that probably would get old soon.
At any rate, thought would post here to see if anyone had any better sources for something along the same setup.
Thanks for any help
PDAIR has three different size horizontal belt pouches. One for Note 9 in no case, one for Note 9 in slim case, and one for Note 9 in armour case. For reference, I use the official Samsung Rugged Protective case on my Note 9, and I purchased the pouch for 'slim case' - it just fits neatly after a little stretching out. I would suggest you look at the pouch for armour cases:
https://www.pdair.com/samsung-galax...holster-case---in-large-armor-protective-case
It says the maximum case size is: Compatible with Large Size Armor Protective Case Cover (Support Mix. Size - Case with Device : Approximately 168mm x 78.70 mm x 15.00mm)
If your case is within 1-2mm of that size you could probably get away with it after some time stretching the pouch out.
They also do vertical pouches for the Note 9 in three sizes for different cases.
I liked my horizontal one so much I bought a second as a spare. It's very neat, not as bulky as some other designs.