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What protective case for the GN do you recommend?

I have a tpu case by duztronic on Amazon for less than 10 bucks, and so far I am pretty satisfied. However , I am looking to get another case. I want to know what do you have? Someone convince me to buy a different one.
I have this one..
Diztronic Matte Back Black Flexible *Revision 3* TPU Case & Screen Protector for Samsung Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 & GT-i9250) [Diztronic Retail Packaging]
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0065PGWQ0/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
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ferndom said:
I have a tpu case by duztronic on Amazon for less than 10 bucks, and so far I am pretty satisfied. However , I am looking to get another case. I want to know what do you have? Someone convince me to buy a different one.
I have this one..
Diztronic Matte Back Black Flexible *Revision 3* TPU Case & Screen Protector for Samsung Galaxy Nexus (SCH-i515 & GT-i9250) [Diztronic Retail Packaging]
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0065PGWQ0/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
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Well, depends if you want something a bit more bulkier but have better protection, or the opposite. I for one am not a big fan of cases but like to have a bit of protection from scrapes, I dropped my Vibrant once, that was 2 phones ago. I went with the Incipio Feather case, barely there, only thing is top and bottom aren't protected. Good luck.
http://www.amazon.com/Incipio-SA-Sa...B6/ref=sr_1_21?ie=UTF8&qid=1334442308&sr=8-21

Nice looking case, but if you drop your phone, its gone!!!
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I use a Cruzerlite Androidified case. (A clear one specifically)
http://www.amazon.com/Clear-Cruzer-..._1_3?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1334446973&sr=1-3

It depends on what kind of protection you're looking for. I have a Casemate Vroom for normal use & a casemate Tough for heavy protection. I've spent a small fortune on cases/screen protectors. And found my favorite product to be Carbon Fiber Ghost Armor & Screen Protectors. Otterbox makes great cases and has a great customer support team.Im currently using a clear S wave TPU case that shows off my Ghost Armor.
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One of the best protection for the galaxy nexus is the Otterbox Commuter. But it feels a little heavy
http://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B0077CD40W/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1334447559&sr=8-1
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Another vote for the otterbox commuter, it does add bulk but provides very good protection. Add in a SGP ultra and it's well protected all around. Otterbox also has an excellent warranty.
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Another vote for the otterbox commuter, it does add bulk but provides very good protection. Add in a SGP ultra and it's well protected all around. Otterbox also has an excellent warranty.
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1 year warranty, worth the price
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Speck Pixelskin HD, a little expensive but works great with regular and extended batteries.

i use this one. i like it because it covers the screen when not in use but it's still thin enough to fit in my front pants pocket.

Had an otterbox commuter on my Evo. Mistakenly left it in the roof of my car and drove off. Heard something fly off car at about 35 mph. Realized my mistake, turned around and found out in middle of road. Not a scratch on it. Was sold on otterbox from then on out.
Had otterbox commuter and a defender for my Evo 3D. Like the commuter better.
Have a commuter on its way from Amazon right now for my gnex.
Bet you know what my vote is....
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Make your own
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1599183

I guess the otterbox commuter is a favorite here.. I will go with that.
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I use a Cruzerlite Androidified case. (A clear one specifically)
http://www.amazon.com/Clear-Cruzer-..._1_3?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1334446973&sr=1-3
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Freaking love that case. It fits pretty well.

Concerning the Otterbox Defender:
I bought this case immediately after purchasing my Galaxy Nexus. I work in construction and as a result my phones tend to take a bit of a beating, so since I paid full price for the handset I thought it best to protect it with the most rugged case on the market.
I came home from my first day of work with the new handset, dusted off the phone, and immediately saw small chunks of sawdust lodged between the screen protector and the screen. Popped the case apart and was shocked to find the hard plastic otterbox case just full of construction debris. Just tons of insulation dust, sawdust, and concrete particulate, stuck between the case and the phone quickly grinding away at my $700 chunk of plastic and glass. ... and that's with me being careful with my new toy.
Upon further examination, I found the edges of my new phone scuffed, marred, and pitted, and the damage has only gotten worse since then.
Considering Future Shop raped me to the tune of $80 for the case, frankly I'm not impressed.
For comparison's sake, I bought my Nexus S new, tossed it in my old HTC G1 pouch, and went to work everyday. The phone remained nearly flawless until I finally spiked it off of my kitchen floor out of frustration with Mobilicity's network.
Another thing about the defender... When the phone is in the holster, the headphone port is obscured and thus unusable. A little trimming of the holster with a dremel or the like would probably do the trick, but frankly at this price point I don't feel that you should have to be hacking away at anything with power tools to make it work properly.
Caveat Emptor - Let the Buyer Beware.

Not sure what the deal is with my pics not showing, but if they did you would see a gnex with it's edges chewed to **** after only one day in the case.
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I love my rearth ringke slim.
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Diztronic TPU case. Fits extremely well over my extended battery and easily slides in and out of my pockets while adding minimal width.
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I just bought the Otterbox Commuter. Let's see how good it is.
I used to have a TPU case on my HTC Desire HD. No problems with it. Just wanted to add some value with the new phone.
It will take some days to receive. Til then, I'll have to take good care of the phone

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I love my rearth ringke slim.
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I want to get one of those but they have been out of the matte black for about a month now and it sounds like it will be another month before they get more in.
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Case recommendations

I currently have a TPU s-line case that I bought a couple of months ago. Its been really good but now its kind of stretching out and not feeling tight on the device like it used to. I bought it for like 5 bucks so overall happy with what I paid for. Now im looking for something with a bit more quality and better looking. Any good recommendations? Can be tpu, gel, hard case doesnt matter. Anything except thick cases like an otterbox. Could you please just link case and pro/cons and possibly pics Thanks.

Bro i'm using The Otterbox commuter series my Sprint representative told me that they were the "Micheal Jordan" of phone cases, & It has triple layer protection & it comes with a nice screen protector, My phone feels like the terminator now. & i ****ing love it. about $30.00 to $35.00 bucks for the case combo but it will be well worth the money trust me.

When you have time, would you mind sharing a few pics? I want to see how thick the phone is with it? Thank for your input, price has dropped so there a bit cheaper now.

Go ballistic about 15-18 bucks amazon
From the 2nd galaxy

I use a Trident Aegis. Got it for $17 on Amazon. I like that part of the rubber sticks out the back, gives a little more grip on the phone than the Otterbox Commuter does.

My Trident Aegis saved my phone over the weekend. Had it up on a shelf streaming Pandora while cleaning garage then I accidentally knocked it off. I saw in slow motion as the phone headed towards the ground. Luckily it hit on a corner bumper and bounced and landed face down. No problems or scratches from a 6 foot drop.

Thanks for the input guys.
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Hated my trident, went back to sline
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Trident Aegis is boss.
that is all

I'm using the Otterbox Defender series. It's very bulky, but imo it's one of the best cases in terms of protection. I asked the sprint guy what the best case was and without missing a beat he grabbed his epic in the defender and threw it across the sales floor. It scared me to death when he threw it lol. But he sold me on it right there.

Trident Aegis hands down. I used to have the same case you did, but I decided to get something with a little more protection. Never looked back.

iniz94 said:
Trident Aegis hands down. I used to have the same case you did, but I decided to get something with a little more protection. Never looked back.
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What he (and they) said! I did a bunch of research on cases before I bought mine, and ended up with the Trident Aegis. I wanted something that didn't add too much bulk but provided good enough protection for moderate distance drops--and the TA is it! It's also a very nice looking case, and fits very snug. My 1 year old son loves phones, and he pulls my girlfriend's iphone case off every time he plays with it--but even though he tries and ties, he has yet to pull mine off =) I highly recommend it.

OK guys I went ahead and went with a Trident Aegis that should be here by Friday. Offers more protection than a TPU case but doesn't add too much thickness. Thanks for the input guys, appreciate it.
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I'm quite fond of the Otterbox Commuter cases. I don't like the one I have for this phone as much as I liked the Galaxy Nexus case, but I have no complaints.
It's a nice, snug fit and the material on the back is a really slick, textured, hard plastic that allows it to slide in and out of your pockets without catching. PICTURE

slick_rick said:
I currently have a TPU s-line case that I bought a couple of months ago. Its been really good but now its kind of stretching out and not feeling tight on the device like it used to. I bought it for like 5 bucks so overall happy with what I paid for. Now im looking for something with a bit more quality and better looking. Any good recommendations? Can be tpu, gel, hard case doesnt matter. Anything except thick cases like an otterbox. Could you please just link case and pro/cons and possibly pics Thanks.
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I just got the Otter Box defender last week. They aren't too thick. With as thin as this phone is, the case makes it more normal. Doesn't add much weight either. It was 39 at Best Buy. I seen them on Amazon for roughly the same after shipping. Looks good too, not like the trident cases with the ugly bumps on the corners.

I looked at the otterbox commuter series as well.. it doesn't have the mesh covers for the microphone and speakerphone which is a big plus for the Aegis since I always have my phone in my pocket.
Also, the Trident Aegis doesn't have bumps on the corners.. it is completely uniform all the way around the phone.. it may look like there are bumps in pictures, but that's just because of the slight two-tone color from the two piece design. I think it looks nicer than the Otterbox Commuter, but that's just personal preference =)
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..and it comes in multiple colors as well.

Trident Aegis case came in today. Love it.
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Actually,the Otterbox Commuter is what I have choir my RAZR.I love it very much.When i got the S2 I saw this Casemate that was very nice too. I found it at Amazon for just 18 dollars. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004WWVWL8/ref=redir_mdp_mobileHere
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I just bought a 2 layer case, you know the ones with silicone skin and then the hard plastic that goes over it. I drop my phine a lot lol

Forget about case. It make the phone look super ugly and bulky. Get this
http://phantomskinz.com/samsunggalaxysiiepic4gtouchchromatics.aspx

Which case to get? TPU, Polycarb, Silicone, Flip, ...

Since the international Galaxy S3 is exactly the same form as the U.S. variants, check out that thread first.
My 2 cents...
TPU:
All of the TPU cases are essentially identical, and provide the best protection VS all others -- except an Otterbox -- should you drop it, and the 2nd-best grip (VS silicone). They range from the official Samsung TPU cases ("overpriced"), down to the $2 EBay S-Line / X-Line's. I went for some middle-of-the-road Cruzerlite cases ($10 each or $20 for 3 on Amazon), and they're great, though not as grippy on the sides as I would've liked.
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Hard Polycarb:
The hard polycarbonate plastic cases are also very nice and slightly thinner than TPU, but provide little drop protection. Some provide more top/bottom coverage than others, and some, like this Rock Quicksand case I bought, are actually much grippier than you might expect (it's grippier than my Cruzerlite!):
There are still many other types of cases to consider (listed in order of their level of drop protection):
Full body armor -- bulky; otterbox
TPU
Silicone / Gel / Jelly -- these are the grippiest cases you can get, but that also means they attract lint like the plague, are harder to take out of your pocket, and so flexible that they have a tendency to slip off the phone. I still have one of these $0.99 cases on my Captivate, and it's OK, but not ideal.
Bumpers -- protection around the edges of the phone only; often paired with body skins for scratch protection.
Polycarb
Leather pouches -- for "executive" style; slow to access
Flip -- usually seen on tablets; a little awkward to hold when the flaps around back; a big plus is that it replaces the original back cover of the phone, so the original will never get scratched; very little drop protection
Gelaskin / fullbody skins -- scratch protection, but zero drop protection; they're basically just stickers.
Metal battery cover replacements -- these are known to interfere with NFC, and GPS; steer clear
Other...
Soft TPU / hard polycarb are still the most common.
(my ideal case would fuse TPU or polycarb with grippy silicone on the edges, but AFAIK nobody makes this)

I have a flip on order. IMHO the display is the weakest link and the photos posted from EU with totally busted screens annoys me. I'm hoping that the flip's cover will help protect the display somewhat.
The problem is the design, there's hardly any bevel to keep the glass from hitting something and while it's stiffened glass it's not unbreakable. I'm going to gamble on insurance for a couple months even though the replacement cost with insurance is $200 plus processing ($50?).

I'm going with the otterbox defender.

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I'm going with the otterbox defender.
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In terms of protection that a great choice, however, it usually removes any styling from the phone. Since Samsung is making the flip case it won't box up the style or feel of the phone (and I have a desk charger on order too which it will still work with). There was a video on some UK retailer site...

I'm probably gettin a Diztronic TPU case once they're available have em on my Nexus GSII and Atrix all are great...minimal bulk great drop protection.

djkinetic said:
I'm probably gettin a Diztronic TPU case once they're available have em on my Nexus GSII and Atrix all are great...minimal bulk great drop protection.
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I have on of these for my Skyrocket and it's great. They cost about $10...

I already have my Cruzerlite TPU cases...just waiting for the phone. I love these cases on my Gnex.
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I'm ready to go - now I just need the phone.... Come on Amazon

I have the same screen protector but it sucks..

djkinetic said:
I'm probably gettin a Diztronic TPU case once they're available have em on my Nexus GSII and Atrix all are great...minimal bulk great drop protection.
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I'm liking the looks of this plus the price.
How is the Otterbox Commuter series in general? I'm looking for a quality case, but nothing bulky. I had a Defender for my iPhone, but it ended up being too bulky so I never put it back on.

HOW ABOUT THIS ONE
http://www.ebay.com/itm/15084039267.../sch/i.html?_sacat=0&_nkw=150840392675&_rdc=1
AND official one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GENUINE-Sam...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item3f189b2c84

I ordered this one
http://www.amazon.com/Cimo-S-Line-Flexible-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B0087GANO2/ref=pd_cp_cps_0
But my phone is blue. Should be here Friday

what case would u recommend that also comes with a kickstand...google showed me nuthin major

I have the Rock on mine International GS3. I love it. Best case I have ever had for a phone.

i already have a TPU S-Line case ready and waiting when mine arrives today. I started using these with the SII and when I got my Note I got one for it as well. love the gippy texture on the sides as it really reduces any drops...and its only 4.98 with free shipping.. also got a desktop charger that the phone will fit into with the case on.
New Black S Line Wave TPU Gel Phone Cover Case for Samsung i9300 Galaxy S 3 SIII
http://www.ebay.com/itm/33073802533...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2648#ht_2012wt_1166
Desktop Dock In Hard Case Charger Cradle Mount For Samsung Galaxy S3
http://www.ebay.com/itm/17085373242...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_1443wt_1397

caulton said:
what case would u recommend that also comes with a kickstand...google showed me nuthin major
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There's this but it's not stylish: http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLK-WHITE-I...ccessories&hash=item3a75bec2e3#ht_1416wt_1185
But I think that this above design will certainly protect the f*g glass from breaking, but no tight jeans....
This has a kickstand too and looks better: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fosmon-Sams...ccessories&hash=item589458d504#ht_3353wt_1185

holy moly, im going to have nightmares about that case tonight.
how about we bite off of apple with a bumper case
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TPU-BUMPER-...ain_0&var=&hash=item519fe65426#ht_9186wt_1010

caulton said:
what case would u recommend that also comes with a kickstand...google showed me nuthin major
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People complain that the stand on most kickstand-cases is often flimsy or slippy, so I wouldn't cheap out here if you really intend to use the kickstand a lot vs a dock or desk stand.
If I hadn't ordered a universal ThoughtOut stand I'd have opted either for the official samsung vent case (where you put a coin in the back to act as the stand):
Or, this "SD smart stand" case, which is also getting high praise (the stand flips in and out like a wristband), though is a bit harder to find:

I ordered the S-Line off ebay for $2, and will replace it with an Otterbox Commuter the moment it's released.
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I ordered the S-Line off ebay for $2, and will replace it with an Otterbox Commuter the moment it's released.
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It was released today. I just the notification email.

Dual-layer cases: Help me choose

Trying to decide between the following dual layer cases (gel case inside hard shell):
Incipio SA-302 Silicrylic Hard Shell Case with Silicone Core for Samsung Galaxy S III:
http://www.amazon.com/Incipio-SA-30...amsung/dp/B0085VAP38/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
OR
Acase Samsung Galaxy S3 Case - Superleggera PRO Dual Layer Protection
http://www.amazon.com/Acase-Samsung...TF8&colid=33C4MLEZBFXGX&coliid=I1UD19IUIONB25
They are very similar. Does anyone have experience with either of these? I have small hands, so I don't want to drop my brand new GSIII and break it!

Grab an otterbox commuter. It's protect your phone well and protect your phone from dust too as it has the cover caps. It's only add a little bit bulk..^^

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lvoonjian8888 said:
Grab an otterbox commuter. It's protect your phone well and protect your phone from dust too as it has the cover caps. It's only add a little bit bulk..^^
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I've read where the Otterbox makes it difficult to press buttons.

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I've read where the Otterbox makes it difficult to press buttons.
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It gets better with time.

I have the Incipio in the Verizon blue. It's fine, but I'll be ordering the OB Defender. Every time I'm on a crowded sidewalk or the train platform, all I think about is someone walking into me causing my phone to drop onto concrete... Chills. Lol
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Ordered me an otterbox commuter , Sgp neo hybrid , and Sgp ultra crystal . What is the best screen protector guys ? I been thinking trying to research it but it's confusing . I wanted one to cover the full screen but bought thru phone already so I just got the Sgp ultra clear for now

I currently have a Zagg HD on mine, so far so good. Smooth like glass, unlike their "standard" one which has a plastic feel. Either will work. Have not tried the screen part since I have the Zagg, but I picked up the ArmorShield (supposed to be Zagg eqiv.) and the shield for the rest of the phone is good. Got a good deal on an otterbox so thats going on as well when I get it.

I'm in the same boat as the OP
So many cases around still not sure which one
Here's a few other options as well
Interested in hearing what others have to say
Seidio Active
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Apparently only adds 2.2mm to each side so 4.4mm overall which isn't too bad IMO
I've read that this case is easy to put on and take off
You can get it with a holster and/or stand as well
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-case-black-p/csk3ssgs3-bk.htm
Case-Mate Tough
http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Tough-Cases.asp

Commuter case power button getting better after few weeks of using. It's work perfectly with my Spigen Curved Crystal sp...^^
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TieNN89 said:
I'm in the same boat as the OP
So many cases around still not sure which one
Here's a few other options as well
Interested in hearing what others have to say
Seidio Active
Apparently only adds 2.2mm to each side so 4.4mm overall which isn't too bad IMO
I've read that this case is easy to put on and take off
You can get it with a holster and/or stand as well
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-case-black-p/csk3ssgs3-bk.htm
Case-Mate Tough
http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Tough-Cases.asp
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Bro, for seidio active case, the soft silicone part will get loose after few week of using especially the top & bottom part. For case-mate tough, my brother using casemate tough case, drop once from 3 feet high, the hard shell break. :crying:
Conclusion, grab a Commuter or Ballistic SG and you can't go wrong with both of these premium case. :good:

I have casemate and OB. Both are great. Just switched back to OB today...its better than the casemate. Close but I will stick.with the OB.
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I have the Acase. Originally, I was going to get the speck dual layer case, but I looked at the review from the acase at amazon and it seems better. I also looked at the retail price and its "retail value" seems more, so that's one reason why I got it. So far, great case. Protects both back and side, and front when placing down on a flat table. One time, I accidentally bumped the cellphone on a side of the table and it grazed the case, but no damage to the phone. Glad I have acase on.
From what I saw, the Incipio is pretty similar, so it wouldn't hurt if you get that or the Acase. Just know that the price point is about the same on Amazon, but the retail value is different; The acase is about 40 and the incipio is about 30. I usually choose the higher price, believing that it is the better quality. But that is my bias.

The otterbox commuter or defender are great cases. I have no problems with the defender buttons, the commuter got better after about a week but I wanted the holster the defender came with. I did however take off the screen protector the defender came with. I also tried the Acase like you show above and it is ok but no where near as protective as the otterbox. Oh and the Otterbox Defender is on Amazon for about 29.00.

Trident Kraken has yet to fail me in terms of protection. I drop and toss my phone to demonstrate it for people everyday. Plus they have quite a few different color options.
Only thing that has failed was the belt clip broke. But contacted customer service and I had a new one in 4 days.
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Go with the Acase. You can't beat the price and the case is great! Nothing against the other cases, but this case is just as good if not better. Hell, you could get two for the price of some of the other ones. Here's my review when I first made purchased it:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1764709
It's still my all around favorite case. You really can't go wrong with this case.
Currently not being productive on my S3.

UAG case for me, I don't have a screen protector but I did have a zagg hd and it was just terrible (actually went through two if them with the same issues). I will be getting a specter glass protector and I'm hoping it will be compatible with my case
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I'm selling a used incipio sylicrillic. PM me with offers. Its the grey/white one.
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I will be doing a review for Cruzerlite's new protection case soon. I will post links.
It competes with the otterbox.
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Hated my Otterbox Commuter... didn't look good whatsoever, and the button mashing problem was enough to make me return it after two days of use (I know it "gets better" after use, but when you pay any amount of money, it should work out of the box).
Went to the Speck Candyshell and I love it (its dual layer as well).

The kraken falls apart when dropped.
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cuhrazy said:
The kraken falls apart when dropped.
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By design. Impact hits and the outer hard shell breaks apart to absorb most of the impact. Then the case can tumble on the ground with the polycarbonate case with very light impact.
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need a bombproof case for SGS3

i need a bombproof case for my SGS3 i have read alot of the case reviews on here and i am just over whelmed by the case options and was wondering what the community here can give me some advice on picking a case any help would be great

The Otterbox Defender is probably the most protective case on the market.
I just ordered a Urban Armor Gear case off eBay. There was one for $29.95 or best offer so I threw in $22 and it accepted! Free shipping too. Great deal.
I'm currently using the free ZooGue case ($4 shipping) and it's been pretty good for a TPU case. I just wanted something a bit more protective.

Bobby_C said:
The Otterbox Defender is probably the most protective case on the market.
I just ordered a Urban Armor Gear case off eBay. There was one for $29.95 or best offer so I threw in $22 and it accepted! Free shipping too. Great deal.
I'm currently using the free ZooGue case ($4 shipping) and it's been pretty good for a TPU case. I just wanted something a bit more protective.
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LifeProof has one coming out but who knows when it'll be released.
Griffin Technologies has said a Survivor series case is in the works but yet again no solid date.
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Check out the Puregear Dualtek case
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jeriel05 said:
Check out the Puregear Dualtek case
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I second this. Not as bulky as the Defender but looks/feels very protective of the phone.

Trident Kraken,Otterbox Defender, a couple different Seidio cases including their new one Obex, puregear dualtek.
LifeProof has one coming out but who knows when it'll be released.
Griffin Technologies has said a Survivor series case is in the works but yet again no solid date.
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does anyone have experiance with the SAMSUNG GALAXY S III BALLISTIC SHELL GEL (SG) SERIES CASE

I have the Ballistic SG MAX, and it is by far the most protective case I've ever used. The screen guard is replaceable too. Also, the belt clip is awesome.
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Otterbox defender + ifeel glass
I use the otterbox commuter and the ifeel screen protector.
It is thinner than the defender and its easier to remove the case during an over heat plus it leaves the screen protector in place.
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I've used Otterbox Defender since I bought the SGS3. Picked up the Seidio OBEX case today. I have complete confidence in the otterbox but really liked the idea of waterproof case. Still not sure about the OBEX just yet but seems like a very good solid well built case. Performed the waterproof test and it's lived up to the claims.

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Check out the Puregear Dualtek case
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That looks as tough as UAG's so i'd go for a UAG (better looking to me). Pure is probably cheaper though.
But he wants something tougher than that one i think, so it's not the same grade of cases. Look for otterbox defender or Trident Kraken. Kraken has lots of videos official and third party on youtube vouching for it's toughness.
I'm using a UAG at the moment and although extremly satisfied, i may still get a kraken just because how tough they seem for heavier duty.
Check out the 15 pound anchor one, this kind of impressed me. They also have a splash test (they throw a bucket of water on it), throw a phone off the roof of a building crashing hard on solid concrete, kick one around, etc. Reckon anything short of that nuclear explosion and they've tested it. Phone survives everytime, of course.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbeaG1ySFnI

My favorite hands down (and tested)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=33992870&postcount=16

kaynpayn said:
That looks as tough as UAG's so i'd go for a UAG (better looking to me). Pure is probably cheaper though.
But he wants something tougher than that one i think, so it's not the same grade of cases. Look for otterbox defender or Trident Kraken. Kraken has lots of videos official and third party on youtube vouching for it's toughness.
I'm using a UAG at the moment and although extremly satisfied, i may still get a kraken just because how tough they seem for heavier duty.
Check out the 15 pound anchor one, this kind of impressed me. They also have a splash test (they throw a bucket of water on it), throw a phone off the roof of a building crashing hard on solid concrete, kick one around, etc. Reckon anything short of that nuclear explosion and they've tested it. Phone survives everytime, of course.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbeaG1ySFnI
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The Puregear Dualtek is waaay tougher than a UAG case. I have both. My fingers hurt after removing the Dualtek case.

kaynpayn said:
That looks as tough as UAG's so i'd go for a UAG (better looking to me). Pure is probably cheaper though.
But he wants something tougher than that one i think, so it's not the same grade of cases. Look for otterbox defender or Trident Kraken. Kraken has lots of videos official and third party on youtube vouching for it's toughness.
I'm using a UAG at the moment and although extremly satisfied, i may still get a kraken just because how tough they seem for heavier duty.
Check out the 15 pound anchor one, this kind of impressed me. They also have a splash test (they throw a bucket of water on it), throw a phone off the roof of a building crashing hard on solid concrete, kick one around, etc. Reckon anything short of that nuclear explosion and they've tested it. Phone survives everytime, of course.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbeaG1ySFnI
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I can't judge the UAG because I don't own one, but I do own a otterbox defender and the Dualtek. I can confidently say this this case protects just as well as the defender just in a slimmer package. I have purposely dropped the phone on asphalt and concrete to see how it holds up and the phone and the case are fine. There's a video on YouTube of a guy throwing the dualtek from a 20 foot roof on to solid concrete and the phone just bounces around a few times and that's it. This is a very solid case and though it may not look it, it is very rugged.
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I have the ballistic. Feels pretty protective

I have the otter box defender love the protection it gives. Have dropped many times and held up very well it does add bulk but keeps my phone safe and protected

Been using the Ballistic Max with it's screen protector for about three weeks. One fall from belt to floor without issue. The real test is falling face down on gravel, the Gorilla glass by itself will not take that as I found out. Not sure what screen protector will take a belt to gravel hit?