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Noreve make some of the nicest cases I know (for phones) so quite excited to see them release this one.
It is basically like the Moto Portfolio case as far as I can tell and they are saying it will be in stock on 30th April which is a nice and firm date, whether they hit or not is another matter.
Its a little pricey and I can't decide if the PDair series might be nicer for a similar sort of cost.
Anyway just thought I would share the knowledge as I am still tooing and froing between case choices.
s.t.s said:
Noreve make some of the nicest cases I know (for phones) so quite excited to see them release this one.
It is basically like the Moto Portfolio case as far as I can tell and they are saying it will be in stock on 30th April which is a nice and firm date, whether they hit or not is another matter.
Its a little pricey and I can't decide if the PDair series might be nicer for a similar sort of cost.
Anyway just thought I would share the knowledge as I am still tooing and froing between case choices.
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Thank you for this! I cant tell if this case has the appropriate charging cutouts. Also looks expensive, any idea if they ship outside the U.S.?
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It certainly appears to since it is really only held at the corners. I am not sure it is worth it but from my experience of their phone cases I can vouch for their quality. They ship worldwide or at least many places, definitely uk and Europe and Australia
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that looks exactly like the new official moto portfolio case
Has anyone bought one of these yet? I can't find any videos of one on YouTube. I can't decide between PDAirs white ugly(ish) stitching or Noreves corner-holding case. The Noreve case looks far prettier to my eye, but I don't think I like the plastic that shows when the case is being used to prop up the Zoom, that and currently it's ~£75.
Decisions, decisions. I am off to NYC at the end of the month and I want a nice case for viewing the Xoom on the plane. If anyone knows of another professional, smart looking case I'd love to hear of it.
*Edit* Okay, I just spent £98 on the Noreve with fast shipping. Probably about £35 overpriced if you include shipping but meh.
same gripe for me as the moto case; why couldnt they just cut a hole for the charger!
Very interested in your experience with it so please keep us posted.
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Ten days later, still no case, 3-5 days delivery is what I was quoted when I paid $32.50 for express delivery... Money well spent.
As a follow up, I have e-mailed them today and got a response, after waiting ten days I have to wait another ten days before I will receive it! I paid over $30 for delivery and it will take three weeks to come! What an absolute JOKE, so now I have a $160 case I can't take to New York with me, the whole reason I bought it. And I'm not buying another cheaper one, ~$200 on cases is rediculous. I am so pissed off with them, I don't recommend them at all as far as getting your product in a reasonable timeframe goes.
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As a follow up, I have e-mailed them today and got a response, after waiting ten days I have to wait another ten days before I will receive it! I paid over $30 for delivery and it will take three weeks to come! What an absolute JOKE, so now I have a $160 case I can't take to New York with me, the whole reason I bought it. And I'm not buying another cheaper one, ~$200 on cases is rediculous. I am so pissed off with them, I don't recommend them at all as far as getting your product in a reasonable timeframe goes.
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it has already been 3 weeks since i placed my order, and it still hasnt shipped. after looking at all the other available xoom cases, this is the only one i want... so i wait. i will post photos, and my impressions when it arrives.
Just an update for those of you that might be interested in the Noreve xoom case. They are apparently having production issues right now, with a lot of new cases coming out all at once.
I'll just add to Kalavere's warning that the Noreve case cannot be recommended at this point.
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Just an update for those of you that might be interested in the Noreve xoom case. They are apparently having production issues right now, with a lot of new cases coming out all at once.
I'll just add to Kalavere's warning that the Noreve case cannot be recommended at this point.
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Aye, apparently they messed up the production of the Xoom cases. I got an e-mail from them to say something of the like which is why I now have to wait 3+ weeks to receive mine. I'd steer well clear at least until I get mine which will be sometime before the 6th of June I am told, not that I'm even in the country to receive it, *grumble, grumble...*
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Surely at this point unless you still really want it you could ask for a refund although they do make nice cases they are expensive IMO and in the past I've tended to use PDair whose quality I have always found to be excellent. So far I just have the Motorola gel protector and am not sure what else I'm going to get yet but am considering an easel type stand and a neoprane case as have seen some nice ones on E-Bay and it works out at under £20 for both.
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Well I came back from the States yesterday after a week or so away and I still hadn't received it, 28 days later...
I e-mailed them yesterday and demanded a refund, as they will only refund after a 30 day period has passed and you haven't received the product. I got a response this afternoon with a refund. They also had the cheek to respond to my English e-mails in FRENCH. I won't buy another product of theirs again, ~£100 for a case direct from the manufacturer is overpriced, and they are rude and incompetent.
I was forced to buy the official Moto Xoom case from Carphone Warehouse before leaving for the US, and I think I'll be sticking with this one, cheap and it works. I don't use a case at home so it's only for transporting it.
Bottom line, if you really have to buy this case, avoid buying it directly from Noreve like the plague.
I've had the noreve case for a couple weeks, and although it is very well built, it has a very negative impact on the xoom's wifi radio. It cuts my signal in half and web pages take forever to load... or don't load at all. As soon as I take the case off everything goes back to normal. Its weird. Xoom wifi.
89.95 off the otterbox website.
http://www.otterbox.com/MOTOROLA-XOOM-Defender-Series-Case/MOT2-XOOM1-20-E4OTR_B,default,pd.html
Use code tb0411u for 10% off ;o
Damn... i just logged in to post this... anyone wanna trade keyboard case for otterbox???
'Bout freaking time!
They should give us an introductory price for making us wait so long!
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Use code tb0411u for 10% off ;o
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dam it...I just saw this post after I already put the order in...maybe they'll be nice enough and let me attach the 10% off if I call it in now...
I preordered through Cellularaccessory.com for $58.
Just confirmed with their sales on the phone that they will ship from their warehouse on 6/14.
I remember there is a free shipping code floating around somewhere too.
So if you can wait a few days more, you can save a nice $30 less tax with these guys.
just gave otterbox a call...gave the sales rep the promocode and was able to get the 10% off and because their computers are down at the moment he gave me an additional 10%...
can't wait to get this in and on the XOOM...
review please!!!
those of you who have teken the jump, please post pictures and let us know how good or bad it fits..becasue frm the video on their site i am not verry impress. it wasn't much of a detail, seem like they are hidding something..lol
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those of you who have teken the jump, please post pictures and let us know how good or bad it fits..becasue frm the video on their site i am not verry impress. it wasn't much of a detail, seem like they are hidding something..lol
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There are videos of the bb and ipad.
But honestly, what's ur alternative?
Almost 100 bucks? Now I need a case to protect my Otterbox.
i have one of this case from Kevikev http://kevikev.com/addtocart.sc it only cost be abot $35 back when i got it. believe it or not it is a lot more of a professional looking case and very stylish. i can walk into work with it, or even church. with the otterbox case i'll look like a construction worker. or someone who work with a lot of kids and don't want my xoom to damage. and honestly i don't see the extra protection in the otterbox case. cuz i won't be droping my xoom anytime soon. and so the case is mainly to serve as a stand and a jacket for the device. not a bullet proof.
i also just came across this from the walmart site. it actually look similar to otterbox, obviously not as strong from the looks of it, but design wise it is very similar without the hard screen cover/stand for the otterbox. check it out, if i do seem to find more information on it, i'll give it a try, they also do a free site to store, so yo can pick it up at your local walmart for free. and it only cost $14. maybe a couple dollars extra for tax. http://www.walmart.com/ip/Amzer-Transparent-Jelly-Case-for-Motorola-XOOM-Black/16539974
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i have one of this case from Kevikev http://kevikev.com/addtocart.sc it only cost be abot $35 back when i got it. believe it or not it is a lot more of a professional looking case and very stylish. i can walk into work with it, or even church. with the otterbox case i'll look like a construction worker. or someone who work with a lot of kids and don't want my xoom to damage. and honestly i don't see the extra protection in the otterbox case. cuz i won't be droping my xoom anytime soon. and so the case is mainly to serve as a stand and a jacket for the device. not a bullet proof.
i also just came across this from the walmart site. it actually look similar to otterbox, obviously not as strong from the looks of it, but design wise it is very similar without the hard screen cover/stand for the otterbox. check it out, if i do seem to find more information on it, i'll give it a try, they also do a free site to store, so yo can pick it up at your local walmart for free. and it only cost $14. maybe a couple dollars extra for tax. http://www.walmart.com/ip/Amzer-Transparent-Jelly-Case-for-Motorola-XOOM-Black/16539974
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If you're fine with putting a $600+ tablet in a standard folio case just because you're worried about what people with think when they see you with it, then have at it. Personally I want a case to PROTECT my device and I don't care what other people think about it's appearance. It's known that the otterbox cases add a little bit to the size, but the protection they are known to afford the devices make up for that.
I had a standard plastic shell case on my phone and after I dropped it onto asphalt getting into my truck one day it broke apart. The phone was undamaged so I was lucky. I got an otterbox case after that and I don't freak out now if I drop the phone (which I have a few times) because I know it's not going to get damaged. I have the standard motorola folio case and have been waiting for this one to come out so I can stop worrying about dropping my xoom. I'm not going to buy it from otterbox though because I know I can get it cheaper elsewhere.
The one from walmart is just a silicone case. The otterbox is a polycarbonate shell with a silicone case around it. BIG difference there in the protection. Even in the name is says "transparent JELLY case".
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If you're fine with putting a $600+ tablet in a standard folio case just because you're worried about what people with think when they see you with it, then have at it. Personally I want a case to PROTECT my device and I don't care what other people think about it's appearance. It's known that the otterbox cases add a little bit to the size, but the protection they are known to afford the devices make up for that.
I had a standard plastic shell case on my phone and after I dropped it onto asphalt getting into my truck one day it broke apart. The phone was undamaged so I was lucky. I got an otterbox case after that and I don't freak out now if I drop the phone (which I have a few times) because I know it's not going to get damaged. I have the standard motorola folio case and have been waiting for this one to come out so I can stop worrying about dropping my xoom. I'm not going to buy it from otterbox though because I know I can get it cheaper elsewhere.
The one from walmart is just a silicone case. The otterbox is a polycarbonate shell with a silicone case around it. BIG difference there in the protection. Even in the name is says "transparent JELLY case".
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i obviously bought my case becasue i like it. not becasue someone said to buy it. you seem to have miss the point. by stating that the case is a professional and stylish case was my opinion based on my needs. and for my job, the otterbox case is just not going to cut it, also my opinion. and FYI, the cases i have do "PROTECT"t my device so it wouldn't matter what people say including you. my point that the case will me look like a construction worker, was also my opinion. becasue it goes to fact that if i work consruction i would want the extra protection. i don't drop my xoom, like you have. so the extra wight and looks is not my style.
otterbox cases was made for folks who want maxumum protection, i for one had an otterbox case when i had an iphone. it was worth it then, becasue i could drop my phone often. but my XOOM will not be tasting the floor anythime soon, becasue i am very carefull with it. unlike a phone i have no reason to have it on my lap when driving and will never forget it's on my lap before i get out of the car, i have made that mistake with my phone several time.
as for the case on walmart, i was just giving an alternative for a cheaper case for those who will want otterbox but can't spend that much. that's why it's cal;l alternative. it cost less, and it will obviously not be the same as the otterbox case. as i said in that post it looks similar in design, but obviously not the same strenght. otterbox do have their customer market, like you. which is not a bad thing, it's just not a one size fit all. some people like me don't have the need for an otterbox case, because i also bought my xoom the looks. i like how it feels and it's design. so i want to enjoy that.
that's why i laught when i see people with the ipad2, saying it is so light and thin, but they have it cover in an otterbox case that makes it looks and feels like the original ipad.to me it;s like why did you buy it based on how thin it was, only to put it ina bullet proof jacket. and i mean let;s face it, a couple yes from now, when there is a xoom 2 or even xoom 3, you know you'll be wanting to get that one as well. and will likey pass this on to someone or sell it. technology is leap year ahead. so there will always be the next generation product.
otterbox did build a name for themselve with good quality product. it was popular with alot of people, mostly teenager, who don't want their summer paycheck to go in breeze with one drop. so ennjoy your otterbox case my friend, i was just stating my opinion, i wasn't dogging otterbox. it's just not a one size fit all. and some people like me bought my xoom for the look as well as the brain. and looks does matter in the tech world. that's why everyone want to make the pretty phones, thin, big screen, shiney cover, and all tht good stuff.
i bet you won't be buying a old IBM laptop over an HP or Apple. cuz you want the pretty choice not the big and bulky IBM. you want the thin and lightweight next generation laptop. same thing with cars and just about everything else. so let's face it looks matters. and it's not about how others view it, it's about how you will like it, cuz you the one that's gonna spend the most time with it.
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i obviously bought my case becasue i like it. not becasue someone said to buy it. you seem to have miss the point. by stating that the case is a professional and stylish case was my opinion based on my needs. and for my job, the otterbox case is just not going to cut it, also my opinion. and FYI, the cases i have do "PROTECT"t my device so it wouldn't matter what people say including you. my point that the case will me look like a construction worker, was also my opinion. becasue it goes to fact that if i work consruction i would want the extra protection.
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Your exact words were "i can walk into work with it, or even church. with the otterbox case i'll look like a construction worker. or someone who work with a lot of kids and don't want my xoom to damage". That says you don't want it because it will make you LOOK "like a construction worker" to your coworkers and church members. If you don't care, then it shouldn't matter.
i don't drop my xoom, like you have. so the extra wight and looks is not my style.
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I never said I dropped my Xoom. I've dropped my cell phone and there have been times where I've worried about dropping my Xoom, but I have never ACTUALLY dropped it. My point is that if it offers more protection I could care less if other people (including yourself) think it would make me look like a "construction worker". I've never received those opinions about my phone and I doubt anyone would make the same opinion about my Xoom were it in an otterbox. Now, if it had bright yellow markings on it and was much heftier than it is, I could see someone saying it looked like it belonged on a construction site.
otterbox cases was made for folks who want maxumum protection, i for one had an otterbox case when i had an iphone. it was worth it then, becasue i could drop my phone often. but my XOOM will not be tasting the floor anythime soon, becasue i am very carefull with it. unlike a phone i have no reason to have it on my lap when driving and will never forget it's on my lap before i get out of the car, i have made that mistake with my phone several time.
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That's actually how I've dropped my phone a few times lol.
as for the case on walmart, i was just giving an alternative for a cheaper case for those who will want otterbox but can't spend that much. that's why it's cal;l alternative. it cost less, and it will obviously not be the same as the otterbox case. as i said in that post it looks similar in design, but obviously not the same strenght.
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I don't see how something that is completely different from the otterbox would be an alternative to it. That's like saying any other case out there on the market is an alternative to the otterbox. Sure they may be alternatives to "cases" in general, but they're not good alternatives to the otterbox unless they are similar in design. Now if you linked to a cheaper shell case with a silicone outer case instead of just a simple silicone case, there would be no argument that it would be an alternative to the otterbox.
otterbox do have their customer market, like you. which is not a bad thing, it's just not a one size fit all. some people like me don't have the need for an otterbox case, because i also bought my xoom the looks. i like how it feels and it's design. so i want to enjoy that.
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Which is the same reason someone buys an iPad. I bought mine for function over form. You can take a piece of **** and put a pretty bow on it and it's still going to be a piece of ****. The Xoom, on the other hand, is a pretty slick device inside and out so even if you buy it because of "the looks" then you're still getting a good device.
that's why i laught when i see people with the ipad2, saying it is so light and thin, but they have it cover in an otterbox case that makes it looks and feels like the original ipad.to me it;s like why did you buy it based on how thin it was, only to put it ina bullet proof jacket. and i mean let;s face it, a couple yes from now, when there is a xoom 2 or even xoom 3, you know you'll be wanting to get that one as well. and will likey pass this on to someone or sell it. technology is leap year ahead. so there will always be the next generation product.
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I couldn't agree more with this statement
otterbox did build a name for themselve with good quality product. it was popular with alot of people, mostly teenager, who don't want their summer paycheck to go in breeze with one drop. so ennjoy your otterbox case my friend, i was just stating my opinion, i wasn't dogging otterbox. it's just not a one size fit all. and some people like me bought my xoom for the look as well as the brain. and looks does matter in the tech world. that's why everyone want to make the pretty phones, thin, big screen, shiney cover, and all tht good stuff.
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I for one know that when my daughter gets old enough to have a cell phone she will have an otterbox on it. My wife is pretty clumsy and I have a bad feeling my daughter will be the same way. lol
i bet you won't be buying a old IBM laptop over an HP or Apple. cuz you want the pretty choice not the big and bulky IBM. you want the thin and lightweight next generation laptop. same thing with cars and just about everything else. so let's face it looks matters. and it's not about how others view it, it's about how you will like it, cuz you the one that's gonna spend the most time with it.
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Actually I wouldn't buy any of those, but I wouldn't buy an "old" anything. I would never consider buying an apple laptop because they charge too much for what you actually get, and I have never really liked hp laptops. Even IBM knows that lighter is better because laptops are more portable as ever these days and with competition between laptops/netbooks/tablets they have to keep up. Their new lenovo laptops aren't the big ol bricks they used to be. I buy for the purpose I need it for. If I'm going to have a laptop I never take away from the house I would go for something like an alienware or XPS system that aren't the lightest things in the world, but they're powerful. When I was in the military I had a panasonic toughbook and loved it. Damn thing was almost bulletproof just on it's own. I would prefer to have the whole package of form AND function, but if I had to choose between an old datsun 280Z that ran like a dream and a brand new nissan Z that could barely go into gear/had no stereo/transmission falling apart I would go for the 280z that ran. I will choose function over form any day as long as it gets the job done.
My last post was a little off topic, so to be a litter more ON-topic XD if they sold a commuter case as well I would be all over it. For anyone that doesn't know the difference, the commuter case has the silicone around the device and the poly shell on the outside instead of the other way around with the defender. It seems like the commuter cases are only made for phones though.
lol..you are such a fun guy to chat with. you broke it all down. which i like. however to all your point as stated it is simply opinion. by me saying i can walk into work or church is my opinion. and i'll say this otterbox on a phone doesn't look bad, becasue of the form factor. it is small and not as obvious as it would be on a xoom. that's why i can quickly pick u when someone has an ipad2 with the bullet proof jacket on. and so you might not have gotten the construction worker comment, becasue people wont say that to you, especially after when they don't know the device you have. ie. i have had aye people as me if my xoom was the ipad. the look on my face usually answer the question.
but i'll tell you man, when i see the otterbox on a tablet (so far only the ipad i've seen) it reminds me of constructon worker doing survey in the field, and that's just a picture in my head, which i not a bad thing i should say. there is nothing agains construction worker. it could easily be one of those at&t workers on a poll connecting telephone wires, or a comcast cable guy doing connection test. those are the target market for otterbox. not that they don't appreciate you the regular folk buying their product. but they are targetting a different market with those bullet proof jacket.
Otterbox
Got my otterbox for xoom and installed it:
Pros:
Great protection
can dock without removing case
access to power button with and without outtershell attached.
well built
can power without removing from case
ports are wellsealed
Cons:
the outer shell design adds too much thickness via excess space (see comparison pic between iPad I and Xoom Otterbox case.
Outer shell squishy due to excess space.(poor design)
1st pic outer shell on Xoom. So much space you can see through it
2d pic outer shell on iPad nice and sleek (looks good)
3rd pic side by side comparison
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the outer shell design adds too much thickness via excess space (see comparison pic between iPad I and Xoom Otterbox case.
Outer shell squishy due to excess space.(poor design)
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Any ideas how you would redesign it to remove the excess space? I'm assuming that space was put there on purpose to accommodate for something else.
i think the space is to prevent any damage to the screen by scratching. because the cover has parts that prop it up to make a stand. that could be a reason. but i don't have one, so i can't be sure. but we'll find out soon.
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i think the space is to prevent any damage to the screen by scratching. because the cover has parts that prop it up to make a stand. that could be a reason. but i don't have one, so i can't be sure. but we'll find out soon.
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Mine came in already, just wish I was home to unpack it. I'll update you guys tomorrow night.
Why is it that there is no real good selection of cases...I can't even find where to buy the asus premium case...why release something with no protection?
**** I went to best buy today and they had a whole rack for the tab 3...nothing for new nexus 7. All the cases that seem to look decent are not even available for the next week or so. I just am at a loss...I just want a nice flip case that ideally has a magnet that doesnt screw up the screen and actually fits the tablet...I'd even shell out decent money...
They don't want to give case makers the heads up on the design because leaks would be instantaneous, but I think if Google was smart they'd manufacture their own case to have ready at retail right alongside the tablet. It makes their brand look 2nd rate when people like us who are fans of their product can't buy things to protect it. Asus has the travel case but that thing is a joke.
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Why is it that there is no real good selection of cases...I can't even find where to buy the asus premium case...why release something with no protection?
**** I went to best buy today and they had a whole rack for the tab 3...nothing for new nexus 7. All the cases that seem to look decent are not even available for the next week or so. I just am at a loss...I just want a nice flip case that ideally has a magnet that doesnt screw up the screen and actually fits the tablet...I'd even shell out decent money...
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The best place to find cases now is at Amazon.
Most of them come from China, but they will do the job, at least in the interim.
They're typically under $15 with shipping.
I got this one for $5
http://www.amazon.com/Fintie-Classi...id=1376113513&sr=8-1&keywords=nexus+7+2+cases
It's nothing special, but it will protect the device...even has a magnetic cover.
The Asus premium case hasn't been released yet, but it's supposed to be $40 when it becomes available in September.
More and more options are appearing daily.
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The best place to find cases now is at Amazon.
Most of them come from China, but they will do the job, at least in the interim.
They're typically under $15 with shipping.
I got this one for $5
http://www.amazon.com/Fintie-Classi...id=1376113513&sr=8-1&keywords=nexus+7+2+cases
It's nothing special, but it will protect the device...even has a magnetic cover.
The Asus premium case hasn't been released yet, but it's supposed to be $40 when it becomes available in September.
More and more options are appearing daily.
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This is me being picky but I dont like the leather around the sides.
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They don't want to give case makers the heads up on the design because leaks would be instantaneous, but I think if Google was smart they'd manufacture their own case to have ready at retail right alongside the tablet. It makes their brand look 2nd rate when people like us who are fans of their product can't buy things to protect it. Asus has the travel case but that thing is a joke.
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I mean, I understand that other manufactures dont have access. However, google and asus should...the travel case is ridiculous...
I mean, I love my nexus 7, its sweet. I just wish there was a good case.
there is a new Diztronic case coming on Nov 18
looking very nice, not boring like the one that diztronic has right now
http://www.tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=104_105&products_id=418
This kinda looks boring to me. Not sure what really makes a case exciting though.
Eh.. I don't like those pronounced corners. They stick out so much.
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Pre-ordered one a couple weeks back. Waiting on the red.
See how the extra thickness on the corners fair in real life. Should provide that extra protection when necessary.
Use code xda to get a small discount.
Not sure about the puffed up corners. Looks like they are trying to mimic Ringke or Spigen cases to create some gap between the case and phone. Anyways, I like Diztronic and bought many cases from them. So I can tell you from experience that what you are seeing as in finish and texture is just simple renders. Actual case would feel the same like old Diztronic case . I got excited too when preordered one for Nexus 5.
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Not sure about the puffed up corners. Looks like they are trying to mimic Ringke or Spigen cases to create some gap between the case and phone. Anyways, I like Diztronic and bought many cases from them. So I can tell you from experience that what you are seeing as in finish and texture is just simple renders. Actual case would feel the same like old Diztronic case . I got excited too when preordered one for Nexus 5.
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I try to avoid looking at competitors cases as much as possible so im not influenced by them with our designs. I don't believe anyone else makes a TPU case like our Ultra, but I could be wrong. I have a different mindset about business then some of our competition. There is a reason why Diztronic doesn't sell 20 different styles of cases. I only release what I consider to be best in class products. If I were to make a two piece case, I'd only want to sell it if I thought it was the best two peice on the market. Honesty, I cannot make a best in class two peice, the competiton is already making excellent two pieces.
I feel very strongly that our single piece TPU cases are the very best TPU cases on the market. I think our sales and reviews reflect that, no one sells more TPU then we do or has higher review ratings. I have the mindset of do one thing and do it well. It's for this reason that going forward Diztronic will only sell TPU. I may change my mind in a year or two, but that is where Im at right now. I want to have three styles. Our basic, Ultra/Voyeur, and then a third that is currently work in progress. If it works out how I have it planned in my head, it will be as exciting as a TPU case can be, haha.
Our case doesn't mimic Spigens "air gap" marketing baloney, ours has no gap. I haven't seen what's rearths been doing for at least a year now, I thought they fell off the map. Used to see their one piece snap ons all the time but haven't seen them lately. The corners on the Ultra are very subtle, based on your guys feedback we could make them more or less pronounced in the future, but I think you will be very happy with the design. If I didn't think the Ultra was a best in class design, I wouldn't of made it
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Crisisx1 said:
Eh.. I don't like those pronounced corners. They stick out so much.
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maybe need to see one in person, as they hardly stick out at all. That first shot makes them look larger maybe because of the angle. Look at the shot of the front of the phone while it's laying on its back, more true to scale. This is our higher level of protection case though, it's not meant for everyone. It is what I use on my own device though, considerably better than our standard case and in a very slightly increased size.
Anyone get theirs yet? We shipped on Monday, but black only. Red and gray should be as soon as today but for sure before weeks end.
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I try to avoid looking at competitors cases as much as possible so im not influenced by them with our designs. I don't believe anyone else makes a TPU case like our Ultra, but I could be wrong. I have a different mindset about business then some of our competition. There is a reason why Diztronic doesn't sell 20 different styles of cases. I only release what I consider to be best in class products. If I were to make a two piece case, I'd only want to sell it if I thought it was the best two peice on the market. Honesty, I cannot make a best in class two peice, the competiton is already making excellent two pieces.
I feel very strongly that our single piece TPU cases are the very best TPU cases on the market. I think our sales and reviews reflect that, no one sells more TPU then we do or has higher review ratings. I have the mindset of do one thing and do it well. It's for this reason that going forward Diztronic will only sell TPU. I may change my mind in a year or two, but that is where Im at right now. I want to have three styles. Our basic, Ultra/Voyeur, and then a third that is currently work in progress. If it works out how I have it planned in my head, it will be as exciting as a TPU case can be, haha.
Our case doesn't mimic Spigens "air gap" marketing baloney, ours has no gap. I haven't seen what's rearths been doing for at least a year now, I thought they fell off the map. Used to see their one piece snap ons all the time but haven't seen them lately. The corners on the Ultra are very subtle, based on your guys feedback we could make them more or less pronounced in the future, but I think you will be very happy with the design. If I didn't think the Ultra was a best in class design, I wouldn't of made it
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maybe need to see one in person, as they hardly stick out at all. That first shot makes them look larger maybe because of the angle. Look at the shot of the front of the phone while it's laying on its back, more true to scale. This is our higher level of protection case though, it's not meant for everyone. It is what I use on my own device though, considerably better than our standard case and in a very slightly increased size.
Anyone get theirs yet? We shipped on Monday, but black only. Red and gray should be as soon as today but for sure before weeks end.
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Thank you for your comments. I ordered the grey one for my oneplus. I'm excited to get it to be honest. I was looking for something that would protect my phone, look good and stylish and not be bulky. When I like something tech, I tell and show everyone so here's hoping this is an awesome case.
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Thank you for your comments. I ordered the grey one for my oneplus. I'm excited to get it to be honest. I was looking for something that would protect my phone, look good and stylish and not be bulky. When I like something tech, I tell and show everyone so here's hoping this is an awesome case.
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I hope you do to. I sold my OnePlus One a month ago so I haven't personally been able to use this case yet, but it's the same design as our iPhone 6 Plus Voyeur case (which is what I'm using now) minus the window. I just love this case, but I'm likely biased
It was a hard pill to swallow buying an iPhone after using 10-15 Android phones since I owned an IPhone 3G. But man, what Apple has done with iOS these days is super impressive. Android will always be the hardware leader of course, but Google has some catching up to do to be on par with iOS 8, as much as it pains me to say it!
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I hope you do to. I sold my OnePlus One a month ago so I haven't personally been able to use this case yet, but it's the same design as our iPhone 6 Plus Voyeur case (which is what I'm using now) minus the window. I just love this case, but I'm likely biased
It was a hard pill to swallow buying an iPhone after using 10-15 Android phones since I owned an IPhone 3G. But man, what Apple has done with iOS these days is super impressive. Android will always be the hardware leader of course, but Google has some catching up to do to be on par with iOS 8, as much as it pains me to say it!
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I have an iPhone 5c I use for work and I can barely stand it. All I see is screens of icons. I know you can make groups and whatnot and clean your screens up but the interface, in my opinion, is very simple and design wise, 5 years old. Android/Google totally owns the innovation in their OS. I tell my customers/users if you want a phone that is simple and just works, iPhone is for you. If you want choice, Android all the way. I hope you'll come back into the light soon
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I try to avoid looking at competitors cases as much as possible so im not influenced by them with our designs. ... If I didn't think the Ultra was a best in class design, I wouldn't of made it
maybe need to see one in person, as they hardly stick out at all....... but for sure before weeks end.
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Thanks for your comments. Like I said in my original comment, I like Diztronic and a long time customer. Used them on a all my devices since Galaxy Nexus for a simple reason that you were among the only first few to bring out a case for that phone ... lol. Keep up the good work.
i'm keen on the red one, does anyone have any real life pictures (and not with some crappy Nexus 4 camera! ) of them (either fitted to an OPO or just sitting on a table) ?
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I have an iPhone 5c I use for work and I can barely stand it. All I see is screens of icons. I know you can make groups and whatnot and clean your screens up but the interface, in my opinion, is very simple and design wise, 5 years old. Android/Google totally owns the innovation in their OS. I tell my customers/users if you want a phone that is simple and just works, iPhone is for you. If you want choice, Android all the way. I hope you'll come back into the light soon
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Oh I agree the 5 is garbage. But 6 Plus on iOS 8.1 is the best phone I've ever used by a great distance. You are right, they need a launcher update, but there are many other things they are killing android on right now. Integration for one, I can and reply to sms from iPhone, iPad, iMac, MacBook. I'm not abandoning Android, I buy just about every major phone that comes out for testing purposes. If I like the Nexus 6 better, I'll keep it. I doubt I will though, as I really don't like stock Android. TouchWiz fan!
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i'm keen on the red one, does anyone have any real life pictures (and not with some crappy Nexus 4 camera! ) of them (either fitted to an OPO or just sitting on a table) ?
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We haven't released it yet in that color,,but it's the same shade red as our regular OPO case. Many pictures floating around of that model.
Just ordered one amazon prime. Will post review when I get it.
I already have a case for my OPO, but I couldn't resist and ordered this one in gray color. Can't wait
hope it's available on amazon.ca soon!
Received Mine Today
OneStepAhead said:
I try to avoid looking at competitors cases as much as possible so im not influenced by them with our designs. I don't believe anyone else makes a TPU case like our Ultra, but I could be wrong. I have a different mindset about business then some of our competition. There is a reason why Diztronic doesn't sell 20 different styles of cases. I only release what I consider to be best in class products. If I were to make a two piece case, I'd only want to sell it if I thought it was the best two peice on the market. Honesty, I cannot make a best in class two peice, the competiton is already making excellent two pieces.
I feel very strongly that our single piece TPU cases are the very best TPU cases on the market. I think our sales and reviews reflect that, no one sells more TPU then we do or has higher review ratings. I have the mindset of do one thing and do it well. It's for this reason that going forward Diztronic will only sell TPU. I may change my mind in a year or two, but that is where Im at right now. I want to have three styles. Our basic, Ultra/Voyeur, and then a third that is currently work in progress. If it works out how I have it planned in my head, it will be as exciting as a TPU case can be, haha.
Our case doesn't mimic Spigens "air gap" marketing baloney, ours has no gap. I haven't seen what's rearths been doing for at least a year now, I thought they fell off the map. Used to see their one piece snap ons all the time but haven't seen them lately. The corners on the Ultra are very subtle, based on your guys feedback we could make them more or less pronounced in the future, but I think you will be very happy with the design. If I didn't think the Ultra was a best in class design, I wouldn't of made it
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maybe need to see one in person, as they hardly stick out at all. That first shot makes them look larger maybe because of the angle. Look at the shot of the front of the phone while it's laying on its back, more true to scale. This is our higher level of protection case though, it's not meant for everyone. It is what I use on my own device though, considerably better than our standard case and in a very slightly increased size.
Anyone get theirs yet? We shipped on Monday, but black only. Red and gray should be as soon as today but for sure before weeks end.
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I've been waiting anxiously and I received mine today. I had previously been using the Tudia Slim-Fit Cygen case as I tend to prefer dual layer cases. Considering that most phone drops end up hitting on the corners I looked forward to the Diztronic Ultra's bulked up corners. So far I am happy with the product and the bulked up corners and the thicker tpu. I actually wish the corners were a little bigger. I used to have a Ballistic SG case on my old Nexus 4 and I miss that level of protection but I guess that's the compromise you make when you get a Oneplus One.
That is exactly the comparison I was going to make, they aren't as pronounced as the ballistic case. Hardly protrude, just enough to do their job. I personally love this case, by far my favorite TPU case on the market. This is our 5th time trying it, and the sales numbers on past models haven't been great. I'm not giving up on it though, I almost gave up on our regular matte back cases a couple years back, but now they are the best selling TPU cases on Amazon. Sometimes it just takes a little while to get the word out and build up momentum. It's a significantly better design than our regular TPU and still thin form factor.
This design takes us a little longer to make and costs a bit more to manufacture, so the Ultra will always be released at a minimum two weeks after our regular TPU. That doesn't help sales either, as the longer you take to release the more buried the product gets in the search results. Luckily (for us, not you) on OnePlus there is very few cases anyways so this should reach the front page of amazons "OnePlus one case" search results rather quickly.
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In the USA we sell on Amazon, in other countries we sell TO Amazon. Selling to Amazon is a much slower roll out as they first put up the listing and place an order for 1 measly unit. Then if it sells, they'll order more. They progressively keep ordering more based on how many sales they are getting. The problem is, not as many people are going to order it when it shows as being out of stock or "ships in 4-6 weeks". I wish they'd just order at least a couple hundred right off the bat, but amazons inventory calculations are done by a computer algorithm, not a human.
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In the USA we sell on Amazon, in other countries we sell TO Amazon. Selling to Amazon is a much slower roll out as they first put up the listing and place an order for 1 measly unit. Then if it sells, they'll order more. They progressively keep ordering more based on how many sales they are getting. The problem is, not as many people are going to order it when it shows as being out of stock or "ships in 4-6 weeks". I wish they'd just order at least a couple hundred right off the bat, but amazons inventory calculations are done by a computer algorithm, not a human.
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ah I see, I purchased the normal case from amazon.ca too and it said 3-4 weeks but it was shipped in 2 weeks! hehe I would buy it from the site directly or amazon.com but shipping is 7$ to Montreal :crying: so hopefully amazon.CA buys from you soon! do you think if I message them they would move their butts? or is it arbitrary
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hope it's available on amazon.ca soon!
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here is the link!
http://www.amazon.ca/Diztronic-Ultra-Case-Matte-Black/dp/B00OSS12Z2
Anyone got real world pics? (any colour)
@OneStepAhead
I want to get a nexus 6 ultra as well, both shipped to the UK. When will you have the that available? I saw in the n6 thread you mentioned before black friday, is that still looking true?
Thought I'd start one up. What have you guys seen or ordered?
Spigen's got some stuff on Amazon already.
Ultra Hybrid
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08B13QH17/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VS8tFbAFSX5CB
Thin Fit
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08B11KLFF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_IU8tFbWA3WMMM
Tough Armor
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089ZZ3PX7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SV8tFbAHQPK2H
Urban Armor Gear also has a listing for one.
https://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/civilian-series-galaxy-fold2-case
I have the aramid Samsung case on the way. Might get the Ultra Hybrid or Thin Fit just to have the front part of the case.
None of them will be here by September 18th though. I'm hoping the shipping dates will get moved up soon.
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None of them will be here by September 18th though. I'm hoping the shipping dates will get moved up soon.
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Worried about that myself so ordered a dbrand skin.
I'm not normally a skin guy but it's better then nothing on this 2k device.
I'm just not a fan of the Samsung ones with them only covering the back
yeah i wish they had some cases. I need something to give the screen a slight lift so it doesn't make surface contact etc.
i hope spigen moves up their times.
I'm going to order the aramid cover. Like you guys, I want to protect it a bit while other cases come out. I'm definitely going to leave the plastic screen protector on the front display until something suitable comes out
Clear Spigen?
I went to order the Spigen Ultra Hybrid on Amazon.
I'd like a crystal-clear version as I've used for the last couple of Note phones, but presently the title of the listing is "Matte Black" and the visual render looks like black.
On the other hand, the description says: "Crystal clear transparency flaunts original phone design".
I think this listing needs work, and hopefully they will soon have a Crystal version.
Links to Amazon are in the US
I am interested in this one for those of us in the UK o r Europe:
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/araree-bonnet-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-2-5g-wallet-stand-case-black-82183
Reasonable price too.
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I went to order the Spigen Ultra Hybrid on Amazon.
I'd like a crystal-clear version as I've used for the last couple of Note phones, but presently the title of the listing is "Matte Black" and the visual render looks like black.
On the other hand, the description says: "Crystal clear transparency flaunts original phone design".
I think this listing needs work, and hopefully they will soon have a Crystal version.
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The Spigen Ultra Hybrid cases have been around for a while. They are made with a matte colored TPU bumper around the edges and the back portion is a clear polycarbonate. Had the render used the bronze Z Fold 2 it would be much more apparent.
Link to the Note 20 Ultra version for comparison. Check the other pictures and you can see how it would look on a bronze or white phone.
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Links to Amazon are in the US
I am interested in this one for those of us in the UK o r Europe:
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/araree-bonnet-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-2-5g-wallet-stand-case-black-82183
Reasonable price too.
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Thanks for the link. I ordered the official Aramid case from Samsung, as I usually opt for Spigen with the stands, but the lack of protection for other parts of the phone is worrying. I'm not sure I could use the case you've opted for though as I like to be able to glance the screen. It will be interesting to see how that one works as in how does it hold when the screen is folded open. is it held in place magnetically or does it flap about.
They have a couple of extra options at the site, for anyone UK/EU side, though the prices for the official cases are higher than getting direct from Samsung, especially if you use the 10% off code at Samsung.
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung/galaxy-z-fold-2-5g/cases
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Thanks for the link. I ordered the official Aramid case from Samsung, as I usually opt for Spigen with the stands, but the lack of protection for other parts of the phone is worrying. I'm not sure I could use the case you've opted for though as I like to be able to glance the screen. It will be interesting to see how that one works as in how does it hold when the screen is folded open. is it held in place magnetically or does it flap about.
They have a couple of extra options at the site, for anyone UK/EU side, though the prices for the official cases are higher than getting direct from Samsung, especially if you use the 10% off code at Samsung.
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung/galaxy-z-fold-2-5g/cases
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Yeah the Samsung cases are stupidly priced, the leather ones are retailed at a staggering £80 ($105) for what is just a small flimsy back cover. Why are they blatantly ripping its consumers off?
The cover in the link I posted, is also genuine leather and it protects the whole phone including the screen. I have always bought covers rather than bumper cases as the screen is the most important part of the phone. I can't imagine how expensive it would be to replace the front screen! Anyway it does use magnets to hold itself together. I have seen other pics of it elsewhere and it looks really good. And at less than half the price of the Samsung one, I ordered it. I will let you know what it's like when I get it.
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Yeah the Samsung cases are stupidly priced, the leather ones are retailed at a staggering £80 ($105) for what is just a small flimsy back cover. Why are they blatantly ripping its consumers off?
The cover in the link I posted, is also genuine leather and it protects the whole phone including the screen. I have always bought covers rather than bumper cases as the screen is the most important part of the phone. I can't imagine how expensive it would be to replace the front screen! Anyway it does use magnets to hold itself together. I have seen other pics of it elsewhere and it looks really good. And at less than half the price of the Samsung one, I ordered it. I will let you know what it's like when I get it.
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I am always amazed at how pricey the cases are from Samsung and then how cheaply made they are. I bought the wallet case for my note 20 ultra and the camera protection is non existent as well as the top and bottom are exposed. They wanted $60 for that pos
This case should be even less since it's just one piece but Samsung figure you'll spend it because you put 2k on a device.
I almost feel like Samsung is punishing us for affording an expensive device. "Oh you have all this money to spend on a device? Well I am going make you over pay for the cases"
I’ve been tempted to get the Aramid case but for the price may just get a leather wallet when they become available in the US. Hopefully there will be a few options to choose from.
Anyone found one for delivery for the 18th? Everything is months away...
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Anyone found one for delivery for the 18th? Everything is months away...
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I ordered the Aramid case from Samsung at the same time I ordered the phone and it will be delivered at the same time as my phone on the 15th before 10:30am
Admittedly the case will likely only be a temporary one for me and I will be grabbing something more suitable when available. Hopefully Spigen will have something out soon, as I like their cases with kickstands, but in the meantime the Aramid will be fine as I am working from home until the end of December at least and due to health I don't go out much so it will be fine.
Well, I put off ordering a case because.. well, I was just waiting to see if any new cases would pop up anywhere. Lo and behold, Samsung are sold out of the Aramid and the leather in brown and black. You can currently, as of 9/9, only purchase the green leather one.
I'm confused, why didn't Samsung make more? Ugh
Anyone know when Spigen cases will come to UK? This is the first time not seeing a link to a page on Amazon UK for it before the phone is out
I took a chance on the flip case cover from Araree in Korea. Was as expensive as the official Samsung cases but at least offers wallet type protection. Hopefully they ship closer to the 22nd.
$54 total from eBay.
Trem said:
I ordered the Aramid case from Samsung at the same time I ordered the phone and it will be delivered at the same time as my phone on the 15th before 10:30am
Admittedly the case will likely only be a temporary one for me and I will be grabbing something more suitable when available. Hopefully Spigen will have something out soon, as I like their cases with kickstands, but in the meantime the Aramid will be fine as I am working from home until the end of December at least and due to health I don't go out much so it will be fine.
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Your getting your phone on the 15th huh....