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[REVIEW]Armor Case (My faux Otterbox!)

Hey guys just got my $13.97 Black Armor case from Amazon. I must say, this case is just as well built as an Otterbox! My only gripe was the smokey built in screen protector, but after I gave it the windex treatment it's good to go.
All the ports are covered well, with easy access to the kickstand. It adds about .3 thickness when on the phone, but not too heavy at all.
It's a damn good deal for the price, gives me everything I want in a case! No it doesn't come with the holster, but they are available separately! Check out amazon for more colors!
If anyone needs more action shots lemmie know!

Got the same case (in white) from eBay for cheap as well. Definitely had to cut out the built-in screen protector; drove me nuts! Other than that, awesome case.

Yea, I sat outside with it and noticed the Smokey mess all on it. Gonna go out to a hardware shop and try to find some plastic to cut n replace it!
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have on pics of it on?

i like that the case actually covers the speaker. the otterbox does not

I just ordered one similar to this. I will put some pics of it up once I get it in.
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[Q] Which case should I get?

I just got a brand new MT4G and I want to keep it clean... I can't decide between these two cases:
http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-Luxe-Ar...CW/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1317500730&sr=8-12
http://www.amazon.com/Protective-Te...75E0/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1317500730&sr=8-3
What do you guys think? Feel free to recommend me a case as well.

The Second one looks nice lol I think I want one now
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i have the second one, i love it quite alot, looks nice and works pretty well.

The second one is a TPU Fusion case... and there awesome I have 2.
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So after reading a few reviews and watching some youtube vids, I went with the TPU Fusion. But I bought it off ambitronic instead of Amazon since it was $5 cheaper there.
Thanks guys.

htc420 said:
So after reading a few reviews and watching some youtube vids, I went with the TPU Fusion. But I bought it off ambitronic instead of Amazon since it was $5 cheaper there.
Thanks guys.
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You should love it. I know I am not sad, I don't need a whole bunch of added bulk or protection just enough.
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yeah off of ambitronic + a screen protector didn't cost me much. only thing is that some microusb chargers won't fit completely or fit but are easy to dislodge, the original one fit fine for me but it wasn't really a dealbreaker for me since it doesn't bother me

I have a otter box case and I have to say I work on cars for a livin and its been dropped millions of times screen is still like New and the phone works fine. It's not a huge case its pretty slim its also had a full can of pop dumped on it to wit no damage done to the phone but that's just what I know about my case
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I hate those gel/rubber cases because they make it so hard to get the phone in and out of your pocket. Just yesterday I reviewed Zagg's full body shield for the myTouch and I love it. It gave me great protection on my iPod Touch and now it's protecting my phone very well. It's not visible at all from a few feet away and it doesn't add any extra bulk to the phone. I highly recommend it.

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I hate those gel/rubber cases because they make it so hard to get the phone in and out of your pocket. Just yesterday I reviewed Zagg's full body shield for the myTouch and I love it. It gave me great protection on my iPod Touch and now it's protecting my phone very well. It's not visible at all from a few feet away and it doesn't add any extra bulk to the phone. I highly recommend it.
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I have gone through 2 sets of best skins ever, which are similar to zagg. I loved it too, only problem is it starts peeling up on the corners after a couple months. Ordered the credit card holding case this time around.

Forgot about this thread, I am loving this TPU fusion case! So for those of you who are considering it, I would highly recommend it. Very sleek, not bulky at all, very easy to take off, excellent grip, etc.
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I hate those gel/rubber cases because they make it so hard to get the phone in and out of your pocket. Just yesterday I reviewed Zagg's full body shield for the myTouch and I love it. It gave me great protection on my iPod Touch and now it's protecting my phone very well. It's not visible at all from a few feet away and it doesn't add any extra bulk to the phone. I highly recommend it.
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This TPU Fusion case actually slides in and out of my pocket VERY smoothly...
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I have a T Mobile branded case that works really well.
It has a thin silicone skin and then a shell that goes on top of the skin and phone.
It is a bit bulkier now, but I've dropped my phone a number of times and I'm glad I had it on.

lotusfx said:
I have a T Mobile branded case that works really well.
It has a thin silicone skin and then a shell that goes on top of the skin and phone.
It is a bit bulkier now, but I've dropped my phone a number of times and I'm glad I had it on.
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My wife got that case from the T-mobile store but it cracked in several places. Its too bad really, because its a nice case.
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Both cases look pretty nifty, but I have the Otterbox Commuter case and it's simply amazing. You can find it here.

I've had the fusion for several months and it's still like new. Also no problems with being too grippy in my pocket.

I have both. I enjoy the look of the 2nd case, but the grips on the side are rough, so I don't like how it felt on my hands.
I'm currently using the first case because it's much smoother, and still gives a good grip. I don't really care for the argyle pattern.
They're both slim and gives about the same amount of protection.
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I think the best case protection wise is the Trident case.. but it's kinda bulky pocket wise.. other than that best case hands down.

Thanks for the case suggestions guys
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I've gone thru 2 tpu fusion cases and as good as they are I've recently turned to the MT4G commuter otterbox case and Ive got to say its pretty good.
I hate cases that make the phone bulky and I always thought the otterbox would, but its by far my favorite case now.
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Go otterbox best case out for our phone and if the case breaks you get another one for free
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[REVIEW] Ballistic SG Case (UPDATE)

UPDATE:
I have seen a lot of questions about people seeing this case with out the lip portion which is on the top right of the screen. I just found this case on ebay which is half the price and does not have the lip.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Xshie...648123?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a176d08fb
Here is a White version I also found which looks nice.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...707913?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a6e3eba89
Ballistic SG Case for T-Mobile
I just saw it on eBay and it looks like a great case for protection.
Here is the company's site with the standard S2. They haven't added our phones yet to their site.
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-s2-ballistic-shell-gel-sg-series-case
Just recieved it today. I like the way it looks but it has a couple of drawbacks.
Pros:
1) Pushing the volume or power button is the best I have seen yet for the T-Mobile GS2 cases. Very fluid just like there isnt a case and the buttons make the natural noise that they make just like not using a case.
2) Seems to be the best protection I have seen for the GS2. I think it will handle a drop very easily.
3) I dont have a screen protector but the way this is designed I dont see how this case would cause any issues like the D30 cases do due to a tight fit. Its somewhat loose and should not cause the corners of a screen protector to lift up.
4) Has a great feel to it and adds some weight to the phone.
5) Protects the back camera perfectly.
6) It does add some thickness to the phone but this is because the phone is extra protected. I would say it is about 1.5x to 1.75x as thick as the phone without a case on it.
Cons:
1) The first layer is rubber and due to this fact it has a few issues.
2) Collects lint easily from your pocket.
3) Can be difficult at times to put in and out of your pocket due to the rubber.
By far though this is the best case I have had for a phone. I own a couple of TPU cases for the T-Mobile GS2 and a D30. It makes the D30 look like junk even though the D30 is a great basic case.It has some drawbacks but the pros outweigh the cons. I definitively recommend this case to anyone that wants the ultimate protection for their phone and doesnt mind cleaning the lint off everyonce in a while. If you like my review please give me a thanks.

just saw one too. didnt kno that they started to make them yet. their a little bulky for my line of work. and since im a student im not really in the situations where is need THAT Much protection....but do a review if you get one.

I ordered one. As soon as it comes in I will post pics.
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Monk4Life said:
I ordered one. As soon as it comes in I will post pics.
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Thanks bro

Monk4Life said:
Has anyone bought one of these?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/T-Mobile-Sa...ccessories&hash=item415ec6bf76#ht_2846wt_1396
I just saw it on eBay and it looks like a great case for protection but the price seems a little high.
Here is the company's site with the standard S2. They haven't added our phones yet to their site.
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-s2-ballistic-shell-gel-sg-series-case
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Have you received it yet? I like the look of this case & have been checking this thread for a review....

rpolito73 said:
Have you received it yet? I like the look of this case & have been checking this thread for a review....
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No. I received a message stating that it will ship tomorrow. I guess it wasn't even available until the 4th.
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Monk4Life said:
No. I received a message stating that it will ship tomorrow. I guess it wasn't even available until the 4th.
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I ordered one last night. The guy accepted my offer of $25.00 w free shipping. Should be here Monday....

rpolito73 said:
I ordered one last night. The guy accepted my offer of $25.00 w free shipping. Should be here Monday....
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Let me know when you receive shipping confirmation. Still waiting on mine.
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He just messaged me that he sending it now priority mail.
Here is the link
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160675376613?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
It lists for $27.99 w free shipping but you can also make offer. He accepted my $25...

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Ok my tracking info shows it will be here monday. I will post pics and a review on my thread once I get it.

Got mine. I love it! It does add xtra bulk. Forgot cam at office. Will post pics tomorrow.
Highly recommended. Fits perfect. Buttons easy to push. 2 pieces, inside rubber and outside hard plastic. Hasn't bubbled up my zagg yet. All holes line up as they should. Looks super cool. A++++++. Can't beat it for $25 including shipping. http://www.ebay.com/itm/160675376613?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

rpolito73 said:
Got mine. I love it! It does add xtra bulk. Forgot cam at office. Will post pics tomorrow.
Highly recommended. Fits perfect. Buttons easy to push. 2 pieces, inside rubber and outside hard plastic. Hasn't bubbled up my zagg yet. All holes line up as they should. Looks super cool. A++++++. Can't beat it for $25 including shipping. http://www.ebay.com/itm/160675376613?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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Does it add alot of thickness to it
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mikeb85 said:
Does it add alot of thickness to it
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I have to say yes... I'll take measurement tmrw but the corners are thicker than all of it. Its still not bad. Fits in my pocket n like how it feels in my hand ... I like the texture of back compared to the d3o.
To be fair, the rubber corners will pick up lint just like vibrant otter box. This thing is maximum protection...
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mikeb85 said:
Does it add alot of thickness to it
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i agree, i like the idea of the full protection but this case makes to phone wayyy to bulky, i feel like im carrying around one of those old ass phones that looked like bricks. haha

hmata01 said:
i agree, i like the idea of the full protection but this case makes to phone wayyy to bulky, i feel like im carrying around one of those all ass phone that locked like bricks. haha
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Case looks pretty bad ass but I think it would be too big and like u said more like a brick thanks for the review op. Appreciate itit
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Thanks, got one on order. This will be my 4th and hopefully final case for this phone, I am a fan of otterbox so I think I will like it. I started with the black bodyglove from tmobile, not a bad case but a pain in the ass to take of so I got one of the clear TPU cases from ebay and its a great case. And then the D30 came out so I exchanged the bodyglove for it, had to take it back because it fit like crap, the next one fit 95% better but is still uneven around the edges and for a $25.00 piece of rubber it should be perfect like the $7.00 one from ebay.

The first D30 that I got was from T-Mobile. That one fit perfectly, just didn't like the way how the button press felt. So then I also got a TPU case from eBay. Next thing T-Mobile gave out the cases so I picked it up, returned the original one I bought at T-Mobile store, but then the one I got from T-Mobile online, it fit 95% and was bubbling up my Realook. I was hoping for a Seidio case to come first but since I've heard good things about Ballistic case, I gave it a shot. Waiting for it to come in the mail now.

Kid Poker said:
The first D30 that I got was from T-Mobile. That one fit perfectly, just didn't like the way how the button press felt. So then I also got a TPU case from eBay. Next thing T-Mobile gave out the cases so I picked it up, returned the original one I bought at T-Mobile store, but then the one I got from T-Mobile online, it fit 95% and was bubbling up my Realook. I was hoping for a Seidio case to come first but since I've heard good things about Ballistic case, I gave it a shot. Waiting for it to come in the mail now.
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Oh yeah, that was the other thing, the buttons. Volume not too bad, power button was a PITA on the D30.

Got the case today and its awesome.

Case recommendations ?

Does anyone have any recommendations for a case. I've has 2 Krusell cases, I like them, but they keep cracking. I also had the official one which I didn't really like - felt cheap.
Has anyone any recommendations? I'm thinking of the NGP Semi-Rigid Soft Shell Case. I want to still maintain the thin feel of the phone.

Reviews in accessories section .
jje

Wrong thread but the Otter Box is great. I couldn't live without it.
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case-mate barerly there?

If I was you, I would go for the 's line' case from Ebay.
Why? It's cheap, very good build quality, protects the screen also and the most important for feature, grip at both sides.
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manmad said:
case-mate barerly there?
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Mine is starting to crack, fell out my hoodie pocket today about 1ft drop and the case has a crack on it. Also has another crack from when I dropped it at a house party but its barely noticeable.

case mate though, very, very good, i love it, and makes my mind rest, if my phone falls to the ground i will survive

SonicReducer said:
case mate though, very, very good, i love it, and makes my mind rest, if my phone falls to the ground i will survive
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I was looking at the case mates but they seem to be made of the same material as the Krusell, which cracked twice on me, also the fact that the camera cutout isn't entirely flush would be a bugbear for me.
Went into CPW at lunch to have a look, but they only had 2 cases! Hard to buy these things blind online.

sinkingfish said:
I was looking at the case mates but they seem to be made of the same material as the Krusell, which cracked twice on me, also the fact that the camera cutout isn't entirely flush would be a bugbear for me.
Went into CPW at lunch to have a look, but they only had 2 cases! Hard to buy these things blind online.
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im using the case-mate tough right now for a few months and i must say that it looks very very strong!
Its a good quality product.
What the **** do you do with your phone that you break so many cases?

My barely there is cracking after 3 weeks. I hope it stops cracking haha

007Arc said:
If I was you, I would go for the 's line' case from Ebay.
Why? It's cheap, very good build quality, protects the screen also and the most important for feature, grip at both sides.
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Good shout mate, I have a s line and casemate barely there, use the s line when i'm at work and barely there the rest of the time. both really good quality.

pd81 said:
Good shout mate, I have a s line and casemate barely there, use the s line when i'm at work and barely there the rest of the time. both really good quality.
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Normally I don't like cases on my phones, but I had to take one also for work so my phone won't get scratched. But because I like the s line so much, I keep it on whole the time
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I'm amazed with all the positive comments for such a cheap case. Ordered one on eBay, might still keep an eye out for another though.
Having said that the phone feels so much better without a cover.
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Anyone gone commando?

I am not planning to get a case for my HTC One. Screen protector only. This is what I did with all my previous Android phones - Atrix, RAZR, and One XL ... however those phones were not made of aluminum. This is day 2, and my phone still looks OK. Question: has anyone else gone commando, and do you have any scratches? Is it wiser to get some kind of case?
With my old iPhone 4, I simply put a screen protector on the front and rear of the device. Is there such a thing for the HTC One?

haven't had a case for a week since i've gotten it. Still looks mint.

No case here..that's why I pay for insurance and not bothering with a screen protector...always hated those and ruins the clarity
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I'm using it commando, but I'm wondering whether to get a case...

Yeah, I dropped mine twice and no major issues besides some small nicks that are making me OCD so I'm probably going to get the Poetic Atmosphere case after they release the updated version with the home button cut out. Meanwhile, I've ordered this sexy Skinomi carbon fiber skin.

Honestly, if you're going to go commando, you might as well not put a screen protector on. That's the strongest part of the phone anyway. (thank you gorrila glass)
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No plans to get a case and hide the beautiful aluminum body

Commando all the way... Otherwise it'll feel like any other phone out there
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Went full commando with by GS2 and am mostly decided on doing the same with my One. I'm considering a leather wallet-type or flip case, but no screen protectors for me...just doesn't feel the same.

I've gone naked for over 3 weeks now, can't bring myself to put a case on this beauty. Starting to get paranoid now though, and OCD with the tiniest dent at the top of the phone. I ordered this pouch last week.http://www.etsy.com/uk/transaction/128631973

I haven't run cases or screen protectors on my phones in years, certainly not going to put one on this beautiful phone!
That being said, I might get a pouch for it for certain times when I have to relinquish possession of said phone for 'security' reasons. I dislike it when I can't keep hold onto it.

Personally I like to use a pouch. When I am using the phone it is commando. But when it goes in my pocket it is wrapped up safe, or when I put it on the desk I can put the pouch underneath. Best of both worlds in my opinion.

Brac20 said:
Personally I like to use a pouch. When I am using the phone it is commando. But when it goes in my pocket it is wrapped up safe, or when I put it on the desk I can put the pouch underneath. Best of both worlds in my opinion.
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Hum, I've never even considered a pouch for any of my phones before...but hey, I bet I can get my wife to make one since she sews all the time for her vintage stuff business. JUst got to find the right material and go bug her.:good:

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Hum, I've never even considered a pouch for any of my phones before...but hey, I bet I can get my wife to make one since she sews all the time for her vintage stuff business. JUst got to find the right material and go bug her.:good:
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Well since you're a fellow Cincinnatian, have her make me one too. :laugh:

I'm leaning towards the opposite.. I haven't gotten a case yet usually I use one.
I've kept a real tight grip so far, but I know it's gonna drop soon.
I probably won't go with a defender case just maybe a nice sleek clear case or a commuter to retain some of the physical beauty.
I can't see not using a case it's a slippery phone and the glass is not worth breaking.
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Commando is the way to go, I think it would be a disgrace to such a beautiful phone to cover it unless it's a aluminum case that adds to the aesthetics
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I went commando for one night...and got a nick in the chamferred edge =[
It was in my pocket, and a girl was grinding on me while I was sitting down. Nothing sharp in my pocket, soft couch, no idea how it got nicked but it did.
Sad part is I had a thin clear TPU case but took it out to show people...grr

sceptor said:
No case here..that's why I pay for insurance and not bothering with a screen protector...always hated those and ruins the clarity
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Ditto *
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Just my take on it. Aluminum is not a hard metal, and it will at least dent and scratch. I would go with at least a thin TPU case. I'm using an Otterbox Defender on mine right now, but I may go with basic TPU soon.

I have never had a case for any phone and I certainly can understand why people think this is too beautiful to cover up. But for me it is too beautiful to leave it without a case and me mess it up. That's why I got the diztronic clear tpu case, happy enough with it.
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