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Does anyone have any recommendations for a case. I've has 2 Krusell cases, I like them, but they keep cracking. I also had the official one which I didn't really like - felt cheap.
Has anyone any recommendations? I'm thinking of the NGP Semi-Rigid Soft Shell Case. I want to still maintain the thin feel of the phone.
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Wrong thread but the Otter Box is great. I couldn't live without it.
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case-mate barerly there?
If I was you, I would go for the 's line' case from Ebay.
Why? It's cheap, very good build quality, protects the screen also and the most important for feature, grip at both sides.
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manmad said:
case-mate barerly there?
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Mine is starting to crack, fell out my hoodie pocket today about 1ft drop and the case has a crack on it. Also has another crack from when I dropped it at a house party but its barely noticeable.
case mate though, very, very good, i love it, and makes my mind rest, if my phone falls to the ground i will survive
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case mate though, very, very good, i love it, and makes my mind rest, if my phone falls to the ground i will survive
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I was looking at the case mates but they seem to be made of the same material as the Krusell, which cracked twice on me, also the fact that the camera cutout isn't entirely flush would be a bugbear for me.
Went into CPW at lunch to have a look, but they only had 2 cases! Hard to buy these things blind online.
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I was looking at the case mates but they seem to be made of the same material as the Krusell, which cracked twice on me, also the fact that the camera cutout isn't entirely flush would be a bugbear for me.
Went into CPW at lunch to have a look, but they only had 2 cases! Hard to buy these things blind online.
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im using the case-mate tough right now for a few months and i must say that it looks very very strong!
Its a good quality product.
What the **** do you do with your phone that you break so many cases?
My barely there is cracking after 3 weeks. I hope it stops cracking haha
007Arc said:
If I was you, I would go for the 's line' case from Ebay.
Why? It's cheap, very good build quality, protects the screen also and the most important for feature, grip at both sides.
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Good shout mate, I have a s line and casemate barely there, use the s line when i'm at work and barely there the rest of the time. both really good quality.
pd81 said:
Good shout mate, I have a s line and casemate barely there, use the s line when i'm at work and barely there the rest of the time. both really good quality.
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Normally I don't like cases on my phones, but I had to take one also for work so my phone won't get scratched. But because I like the s line so much, I keep it on whole the time
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I'm amazed with all the positive comments for such a cheap case. Ordered one on eBay, might still keep an eye out for another though.
Having said that the phone feels so much better without a cover.
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Hey guys,
So Im fully migrated and with lots of cases to review. Im gonna start the serie with the Cruzerlite androidified. This case is one of my favorite ones (next to the diztronic) Its a perfect match between budget and looks. ITs thin, has the android in the back and gives good protection.
Here it is guys!
http://youtu.be/1RxYErG50A0
i also love this case... fits very snug
i just got mine today, anyone else have the holes slightly off?
Thanks for the video review. The sides look a little flimsy though. I still will probably buy one just because it has Andy the Android on it
RotaryXperiment7 said:
i just got mine today, anyone else have the holes slightly off?
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Mine are. I think the US Variants are a little thicker than the International models.
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Mine are. I think the US Variants are a little thicker than the International models.
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No. You just need to fiddle with the case until everything lines up. There's a certain way to put on right.
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No. You just need to fiddle with the case until everything lines up. There's a certain way to put on right.
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This.
When i first got mine i thought it didnt quite line up right, but then i figured out how to put it on right.
Dont start with a corner, start at the top or bottom and line up the mic hole. The other end will line itself up.
The fit really is perfect.
kegacide said:
i also love this case... fits very snug
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yep its super snug , which is a must for me!
faulkton said:
This.
When i first got mine i thought it didnt quite line up right, but then i figured out how to put it on right.
Dont start with a corner, start at the top or bottom and line up the mic hole. The other end will line itself up.
The fit really is perfect.
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exactly, Its all about moving the case, Remember it is a tpu case therefore u can manipulate it a little bit. Dont get me wrong I thought the same thing, however after playing with it a little, it is just user error until placed correctly
Both the Cruzerlite and Amazon say that the cases are for the international version i9100. Can someone confirm if they fit the Tmobile T999? Thanks.
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Both the Cruzerlite and Amazon say that the cases are for the international version i9100. Can someone confirm if they fit the Tmobile T999? Thanks.
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my video is with the tmo version
All Galaxy SIII are exactly the same physically. All cases and accessories ate interchangeable.
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Btw - if you can't stand to look at the splotchy parts on the back of the translucent cruzerlites where it sticks to the phone, I followed another's recommendation by smearing a tiny bit of baby talcum powder inside the case, and it seems to work.
Maybe this is something cruzerlite could do at the factory? Talcum powder is a 1 on the mohs scale of hardness, so it's not an abrasive.
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zaisaroni said:
All Galaxy SIII are exactly the same physically. All cases and accessories ate interchangeable.
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This!!! And it's actually a very good thing imho
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zmore said:
Btw - if you can't stand to look at the splotchy parts on the back of the translucent cruzerlites where it sticks to the phone, I followed another's recommendation by smearing a tiny bit of baby talcum powder inside the case, and it seems to work.
Maybe this is something cruzerlite could do at the factory? Talcum powder is a 1 on the mohs scale of hardness, so it's not an abrasive.
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Damn, that's a good idea. I just tossed the cruzerlite to the side and got a speck case. I am going to have to try that. I like switching up cases every couple of weeks.
Pretty nice!
I just got mine today from Amazon.
Initials impressions is that it is quite nice. It fits pretty snug and looks nice on the phone. Especially if you like Andy the android. It is way easier to hold my phone now, especially with the side grips. I much prefer this soft TPU feel than to the hard plastic. There is a nice quality feel to the material.
My only complaint is the same as the users above me mentioned, the splotchy wet look on the back. Easily overcome with the talcum powder suggestion. Thanks zmore! Good looking out :highfive:
Phone is still quite thin after it is on. All in all, good buy, I highly recommend!
Now, back to flashing!
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I just got mine today from Amazon.
Initials impressions is that it is quite nice. It fits pretty snug and looks nice on the phone. Especially if you like Andy the android. It is way easier to hold my phone now, especially with the side grips. I much prefer this soft TPU feel than to the hard plastic. There is a nice quality feel to the material.
My only complaint is the same as the users above me mentioned, the splotchy wet look on the back. Easily overcome with the talcum powder suggestion. Thanks zmore! Good looking out :highfive:
Phone is still quite thin after it is on. All in all, good buy, I highly recommend!
Now, back to flashing!
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do you have any pictures
I had the same problem with the cutouts, but you can move it enough to line them up more or less. The cutouts are so big, they do not feel precision cut at all.
I imagine the talc trick would also make the case easier to move on the phone.
Not great with invisible shields as the case can pull up the edges due to the tight fit.
Overall, great for 10 bucks though.
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Both the Cruzerlite and Amazon say that the cases are for the international version i9100. Can someone confirm if they fit the Tmobile T999? Thanks.
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you want i9300 not i9100 btw
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do you have any pictures
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Actually, Amazon has some decent pictures up on their site.
Sorry, I can't post a link since I have so few posts. But if my attachments come through, there are a couple pictures.
I'm on a REALLY tight budget, and I've found this:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Aluminum-Bu...VG/ref=sr_1_67?ie=UTF8&qid=1352551327&sr=8-67
Has somebody tried it before? Do the cover-buttons have a good response (is much more force needed to make them "click")? Any suggestions?
while it might provide a unique look to your phone, i'm not sure how much 'protection' a metal bumper will give.
once that aluminum meets concrete, it'll scratch/dent and it wont look as pretty.
I had an Element Case Vapor AR15-V when it was released for the iP4. I loved the look but it killed my reception..
I don't think/know if the S3 would fall victim to such an issue..
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while it might provide a unique look to your phone, i'm not sure how much 'protection' a metal bumper will give.
once that aluminum meets concrete, it'll scratch/dent and it wont look as pretty.
I had an Element Case Vapor AR15-V when it was released for the iP4. I loved the look but it killed my reception..
I don't think/know if the S3 would fall victim to such an issue..
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The aesthetic side of it is of no importance for me. On the reception issue, it was reportedly due to the antenna being linked to a section of the metal frame the iPhones had, so no problem here regarding the S3 i pressume.
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After breaking the front glass of my SGSIII yesterday while wearing a silicone bumper, I'm going to buy a new glass (this one) on Amazon, but I think I need something stronger than silicone or TPU.
The thing is I'm on a REALLY tight budget, and I've found this:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Aluminum-Bu...VG/ref=sr_1_67?ie=UTF8&qid=1352551327&sr=8-67
Has somebody tried it before? Do the cover-buttons have a good response (is much more force needed to make them "click")? Any suggestions? Please, halp, I don't want to go through the same ordeal again
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I have one in blue, it works good but is lose just like that so I put pieces of tape to make it tight on the phone n also helps it not scratch the bezel .. all the buttons are accessible with no problems
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I have one in blue, it works good but is lose just like that so I put pieces of tape to make it tight on the phone n also helps it not scratch the bezel .. all the buttons are accessible with no problems
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I suppose you recommend it?
Edit: I've seen these (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Urban-Armor...3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1352595740&sr=1-3) around, and although they seem quite nice, they surpass my budget right now. Any cheaper version of sorts? I think composite could do the trick just as fine.
Does anybody know something similar to the Urban Armor Gear (cheaper and less fancy) that could be of use?
i've always wondered if those slide on thing in the front actually stays on properly or not... I kinda prefer to have the screw on type... i think it's kinda cool.. the only thing I worry about is I don't know if the camera lens would get scratched when i place it on the back.
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i've always wondered if those slide on thing in the front actually stays on properly or not... I kinda prefer to have the screw on type... i think it's kinda cool.. the only thing I worry about is I don't know if the camera lens would get scratched when i place it on the back.
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The sliding one I'd on there to good lol sometimes I can't even take it off and regarding that it might scratch the screen I haven't had that problem but then again I only use this case one the weekend
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mputtr said:
i've always wondered if those slide on thing in the front actually stays on properly or not... I kinda prefer to have the screw on type... i think it's kinda cool.. the only thing I worry about is I don't know if the camera lens would get scratched when i place it on the back.
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Screw on type? can you post a link to one of those so I can see what it is, please?
they're all expensive.
Draco Design
Sweet Armor s3
and this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Deluxe-...724&pid=100015&prg=1006&rk=1&sd=280995627053&
but it doesn't cover the power and volume button...
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they're all expensive.
Draco Design
Sweet Armor s3
and this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Deluxe-...724&pid=100015&prg=1006&rk=1&sd=280995627053&
but it doesn't cover the power and volume button...
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That link says it's 13~, but in Amazon UK all Dragon design cases I find are around 70€. Right now I've found this
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Otterbox-Co...1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1352662906&sr=1-1
well. the otterbox is not a bumper as well, so that's up to you. i had the commuter for the htc DZ and while it is nice, it also doubled the size of the phone.
and yeah, i didn't say the nicer bumpers were cheap,. i said they were expensive.
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I love the faux brushed metallic finish on the back of the titanium Note II, and while I have to have a case to protect the phone, I want to be able to see that nice design on the back. What I'd like is a clear TPU case that I can see the back of the phone through, but most of what I find either has some sort of plaid design, or has a smokey/blurry finish to it. Here are some examples of what I've found so far:
A little hard to see, but the back cover is not perfectly clear, so the back cover will likely not show the brushed design.
This one is plaid, but seems to show that a clear case is doable.
This one may be the best one, but I'm not a big fan of the X
Anyone have any ideas? The other issue is most of the sample images use the white version, so it's hard to tell how they'll look on the titanium model. Thanks for your help!
You could try a zagg full body cover I've used them on other phones. Doesn't add any bulk and definitely protect against scratches. Not much shock absorption though lol.
Good luck
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I'd love to do that, but I'm more concerned with dropping the phone than scratching it
I bought a half clear and half blue transparent case thats got a kickstand. Its pretty nice and the back is clear and the blue parts are very nice light blue color. It cost all of 2.97 on amazon!
It was made by a company called fomson? Forson? Something like that. Just search for note 2 cases on amazon and theres lots of varieties...and they are dirt cheap. I bought another just because it was so cheap.
Ill never buy those expensive 30 dollar sprint store or best buy 25 dollar ugly black cases.
Or an otterbox......ew I hate those...
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This was the closest thing I could find on Amazon, but again, notice how the case makes the back look silver, instead of making the brushed design visible.
I may just be SOL on this one...
I just order this
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=181027276539
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I just order this
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=181027276539
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Yea thats the one I got except its got l8ght blue around the bezel. Its definetly clear though on the back
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I was looking for a clear one too, but after some looking and reading, gave up. Lots of the cheaper ones are reputed to get all yellowish and gross looking rather quickly.
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I just order this
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Yea thats the one I got except its got l8ght blue around the bezel. Its definetly clear though on the back
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Do either of you have the titanium Note II? If so, does the pattern show up with this case? Also, is that completely TPU, or is it hard plastic on the back? I'm worried about the impact resistance on the hard plastic cases.
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I was looking for a clear one too, but after some looking and reading, gave up. Lots of the cheaper ones are reputed to get all yellowish and gross looking rather quickly.
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It's looking more and more likely that this is going to be my route as well. I've even looked for the bumpers, but even they all have a 2-tone look.
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Do either of you have the titanium Note II? If so, does the pattern show up with this case? Also, is that completely TPU, or is it hard plastic on the back? I'm worried about the impact resistance on the hard plastic cases.
It's looking more and more likely that this is going to be my route as well. I've even looked for the bumpers, but even they all have a 2-tone look.
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You can see the pattern somewhat. However its only visible if youre reallu looking up close. Its clear but its just not that clear. I think you want something else
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Hey everyone, so I finally received a case that I ordered (from DX.com) for my Note 10.1. It took about 2 weeks to get it and that's actually faster than I expected. So yea, I don't really like buying cases for like $30+, so I just searched on DX and found 2 cases that looked decent (to me). Came out to $21, I believe. Anyways, here are some pictures of one of them!
http://imgur.com/a/KTnqz#0
Like I said, I got another case, but it's just a soft TPU case. There's nothing really special about it
Here are the links to the cases I got if anyone is interested:
Protective PC + Fiber Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 N8000 - Black
Protective TPU Soft Back Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 N8000 - Black
look nice is it good with fiber case
i have tried 3 times now to order from dx but out of stock everytime
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Is it a good case? Also, is it slim? I'm using the Poetic right now, but it's kind of.. bulky. I like it somewhat, but now I can't see how pretty my white Samsung is.. :/
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look nice is it good with fiber case
i have tried 3 times now to order from dx but out of stock everytime
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Yea, it seems pretty good so far. However, I didn't get it for amazing protection, I got it for minor protection to protect it from scratches and stuff when I put it in my book bag.
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Is it a good case? Also, is it slim? I'm using the Poetic right now, but it's kind of.. bulky. I like it somewhat, but now I can't see how pretty my white Samsung is.. :/
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Yep, it's very slim. I'll take some pictures of its profile tomorrow and upload them.
Well, it deemed pretty difficult taking pictures with the lighting that I had, so I decided to whip out the good ol' ruler. So the Note 10.1 itself seems to be about 0.9cm. With the case and the cover covering the screen, it's about 1.3cm. Without the cover covering the case, it's about 1.1cm. So yea, all in all, it adds a little less than 0.5cm.
This case looks nice and clean but one big question. Do the cover stay close? and if it does by what means. By looking at the photos it seems that it doesn't stay close and it just flaps over.
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This case looks nice and clean but one big question. Do the cover stay close? and if it does by what means. By looking at the photos it seems that it doesn't stay close and it just flaps over.
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Yep, it uses magnets to stay closed.
I got this one and I really like it. It folds back well so it fits in the charger stand I got. I think it's very similar to yours.
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I got this one and I really like it. It folds back well so it fits in the charger stand I got. I think it's very similar to yours.
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Nice, that looks nice as well. I never really liked those types of stands though
I've had both styles. This one just has the one bend and the 3 ridges. Yours may be lighter
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Yep, it uses magnets to stay closed.
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i was going to buy one after reading your post but the fact that it has magnets worries me... read some negative reviews on cases with magnets. any thoughts?
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i was going to buy one after reading your post but the fact that it has magnets worries me... read some negative reviews on cases with magnets. any thoughts?
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So far, I haven't had any issues. From what I've heard, the official Samsung case for the Note 10.1 uses magnets as well, so I don't think they'd use magnets if there were serious negative effects.
I like the look of this one. can you please confirm if there have been any issues with or affects from the magnets?
anyone others tried this case?
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I ordered one of these and it just arrived today. For $14 it's ok. I don't know what it's made out of but it kind of stinks, hopefully that goes away. For $14 it's an ok case. It's not as nice as the Moko case I had for my Nexus 7 though, which was only about $10 more. Anyway, thanks to the OP for brining the case to my attention, it will server me well for now.
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I got this one and I really like it. It folds back well so it fits in the charger stand I got. I think it's very similar to yours.
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what Pen is that?
Slate 7 pen. Very comfortable in hand.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006WAPM78/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
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