Transparent back cover? - Galaxy S III Accessories

Hey there, I currently have the white S3 and I'm wondering if anyone knows where to get a transparent back cover to replace the white one that came with it. That would be awesome.

No idea but yeah, it would be awesome XD

bigboxrate said:
If you want a transparent back cover, why not just give up adding a cover, I think cover is made for showing individuality
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Ya'. That would be totally awesome!! That's what I did with mine. The battery falls out 20 times a day, but who cares!?
Jesus. Read the ****ing thread!!
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bigboxrate said:
If you want a transparent back cover, why not just give up adding a cover, I think cover is made for showing individuality
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Ye, maybe we can take screen off too, so we have transparent screen...

Mister_Mxyzptlk said:
Ya'. That would be totally awesome!! That's what I did with mine. The battery falls out 20 times a day, but who cares!?
Jesus. Read the ****ing thread!!
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HE is from Cleveland, English is like a second language there, so give him a break. how is he supposed to know the difference between back cover, and.. whatever he thought the rest of us are talking about?

you can use the samsung ultra slim covers just without the battery door of the phone, works well. tried it right now.

Closest thing I could find.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hard-Plasti...t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item3a79bb6a85
It isn't completely transparent, though. Just the outside edges.

You guys are hilarious!
Its a shame that there isnt anything like this. It would look so cool!
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zexco said:
You guys are hilarious!
Its a shame that there isnt anything like this. It would look so cool!
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I fully agree.
well, there is the one guy that made silicone molds of his back cover, and then made a real CF one... perhaps he can be perswaded to use his molds to make clear ones from some other material?

I think it would look cool but it would also get severely dirty and/or yellow
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scarrmrcc said:
I fully agree.
well, there is the one guy that made silicone molds of his back cover, and then made a real CF one... perhaps he can be perswaded to use his molds to make clear ones from some other material?
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Really? Link to thread if there is one? I'd definitely be interested in getting in touch with him. I'm sure others would be too.
jnicks510 said:
I think it would look cool but it would also get severely dirty and/or yellow
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Well I already fear that my original white back cover will gain that effect anyway, not too worried about a transparent one doing that.

I have a smoke coloured TPU case that looks pretty good. The picked it up on Amazon for 7$ish
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1. buy this
2. take off stock backplate
3. put this on
the case is ok.. hard plastic will probably get scratched after a while.
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DrKaotica said:
1. buy this
2. take off stock backplate
3. put this on
the case is ok.. hard plastic will probably get scratched after a while.
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bingo!
my friend used this http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...words=cruzerlite+s3&sprefix=cruize,mobile,112 for his nexus w/o the back plate and it looks pretty cool because of the color

DrKaotica said:
1. buy this
2. take off stock backplate
3. put this on
the case is ok.. hard plastic will probably get scratched after a while.
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so.. protection AND clearness? perfect for anyone that doesn't want to use an aluminum bumper.
and at that price, who cares if it yellows over time.. buy another.

That is a good idea! Does it fit tightly?
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yeah it works just as well.. those cases use the sides of the phone to hold the phone so.. shouldnt be any difference

zexco said:
That is a good idea! Does it fit tightly?
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worst case scenario: ad a LITTLE heat (like a tiny bit at a time) just to soften a tiny bit, and then push it closer to the battery. not too much, so you don't melt anything.

here my, it's a Box Wave case with no back cover. i don't use it much cause the power button is to stiff and the side grip feel like sh*t

I remember back in the day, those clear candy bar shape phones with the flashing lights inside was all the rage lol .. these phones just dont look as cool inside lol

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Video Review - Genuine Samsung Galaxy S3 SIII Vent Case - Black

This is my review of the Genuine S3 Vent Case
Youtube Link
this is not an samsung official released
edit, I just noticed it's by anymode, it's not actually official samsung release, but release by anymode, samsung authorised accessories. supplier.
Samsung officially authorized it, so basically the same thing
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I believe it's a made for Samsung product so as good as genuine if not the same
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another great review by Oli2k
TecQuality said:
another great review by Oli2k
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Cheers I do hate my voice but not much I can do about that lol
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Oli2k said:
Cheers I do hate my voice but not much I can do about that lol
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dude, your voice is cool and rocks!!!! trust me! :good:
TecQuality said:
dude, your voice is cool and rocks!!!! trust me! :good:
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Haha glad someone thinks so. Nice one. Loads more reviews to come anyway. Had so many cases turn up to review just finding to the time use them for a few days to give a good opinion on them
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Screen
Hard to tell from your video, does it have any lip to lift the screen off of a table if it is set down on the face? I think I can see one, but you mention that it won't protect the phone at all if it is dropped on the screen, which tells me that it doesn't stick out at all.
e36eury said:
Hard to tell from your video, does it have any lip to lift the screen off of a table if it is set down on the face? I think I can see one, but you mention that it won't protect the phone at all if it is dropped on the screen, which tells me that it doesn't stick out at all.
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No it doesn't have any lip to protect the screen, a nice feeling case but not one for protection.
Oli2k said:
No it doesn't have any lip to protect the screen, a nice feeling case but not one for protection.
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Yes there is. It's not big lip but just enough to raise the phone that the screen doesn't touch the table when placed face down. And I think this provides protection to most vulnerable parts of the phone: corners.
pähkinä said:
Yes there is. It's not big lip but just enough to raise the phone that the screen doesn't touch the table when placed face down. And I think this provides protection to most vulnerable parts of the phone: corners.
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Yeah you are right just took off the commuter and tried it. Does the back stand not annoy you?
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Oli2k said:
Yeah you are right just took off the commuter and tried it. Does the back stand not annoy you?
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Yes it does. I think it's stupid. And there's no real use for it either: With a coin in it's place, it's not something i'd call very stable, so i rather keep the phone in my hand or have it leaning against something. And the looks could be more like in the s2s version. Other than that, i think it's a great case and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a minimal case that doesn't add to much bulk.
P.S. Just got the official slim case today (yes, the twin pack), so we'll see which one do i prefer...
pähkinä said:
Yes it does. I think it's stupid. And there's no real use for it either: With a coin in it's place, it's not something i'd call very stable, so i rather keep the phone in my hand or have it leaning against something. And the looks could be more like in the s2s version. Other than that, i think it's a great case and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a minimal case that doesn't add to much bulk.
P.S. Just got the official slim case today (yes, the twin pack), so we'll see which one do i prefer...
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I should have a replica mesh case soon which doesn't have the coin slot. Think if the quality is good it should be a wicked case.
The slim cases are nice I think you'll like them
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Yes,for the Galaxy S3 Case I'm impressive on ROCK Quicksand Galaxy S3 Case,it could be a best choice!!
If you take the battery cover off does it still fit good or is it loose?
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Otterbox DEFENDER review

Time to get this case reviewed right?
Honestly, if i had to choose between this and the commuter i would pick this one up. Feels really solid and after a 10 mile hike at zion with some drops , it proved its point.
enjoy
http://youtu.be/zaaE78ZPBjU
Yeah, u forgot one thing though. The builtin screen protector sucks. I just took mine off yesterday and added a best skin ever screen protector with my defender case and its awesome! Perfect combination.
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ergibson83 said:
Yeah, u forgot one thing though. The builtin screen protector sucks.
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I think that's just your opinion I personally like it.
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shook187 said:
I think that's just your opinion I personally like it.
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This
I like it for what it's meant for. But again I couldn't rock this case on a daily basis
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Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
equlizer said:
Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
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Did the same thing, best case I've used so far. If only the commuter's buttons weren't so stiff that would be my choice.
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Love it, very solid... better than the kraken IMO
Would anyone be interested in swapping their white inner hard shell for my black... Raider fans, I'm talking to you
* 101% Madridista × RMCF *
equlizer said:
Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
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+1
gadget069 said:
Did the same thing, best case I've used so far. If only the commuter's buttons weren't so stiff that would be my choice.
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The commuter was such a disappointment
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equlizer said:
Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
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Indeed, I mean it brings the quality down like a mofo. But I use it as a hiking case con can't deal with so much bulk on a Daly basis
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after less than two month of usage
usb cover torn off
rubberized casing is not conform to polycarbonate casing anymore
haroldz123 said:
after less than two month of usage
usb cover torn off
rubberized casing is not conform to polycarbonate casing anymore
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Same issues here except my USB cover is still intact. Luckily tho sprint offered me a 1 yr warranty through them so i'm gonna get a new 1 soon.
Do you replace your batteries? How often do you remove your cover?
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haroldz123 said:
after less than two month of usage
usb cover torn off
rubberized casing is not conform to polycarbonate casing anymore
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Same thing happened to mine right after the 2 month mark. I sent an email to otterbox, they requested proof of ownership and in less than a week they sent me a new case at no cost.
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wildgamer100 said:
Same issues here except my USB cover is still intact. Luckily tho sprint offered me a 1 yr warranty through them so i'm gonna get a new 1 soon.
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That happen to mine, Within in a month mine was real loose, good thing I bought it at a local att store so they replaced it, had the new one for a few months and it's not loose at all. Maybe they had defects on some.
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When you say a new case, do you mean holster/case? I was walking and my holster caught something and the clip broke off. The case is also squeaky and the lip of the case is getting loose and is starting to expose the plastic edges.
owlchemist said:
When you say a new case, do you mean holster/case? I was walking and my holster caught something and the clip broke off. The case is also squeaky and the lip of the case is getting loose and is starting to expose the plastic edges.
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Got everything replace, I still had the box so I put everything in there, and they gave me a whole new set in a new box
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g2uzer said:
Got everything replace, I still had the box so I put everything in there, and they gave me a whole new set in a new box
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Cool. I'll fire off an email to them then. I have my zoogue cases and will probably order a UAG, commuter, or ballistic to hold me over.
Are you guys taking the case on and off frequently or just naturally happens?
And by proof, is the original packaging good enough?
Yeah the corners don't have a rail like the sides to snap into. They're sending me a complete otterbox to replace mine. Maybe they have fixed the design.
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2400mAh Samsung Galaxy SIII Backup Battery Case

Not sure if anyone needs it, but 2400mAh Battery Case for SGS3 for 24.97.
http://www.yugster.com/todays-deals/yours-until-gone#
komugi said:
Not sure if anyone needs it, but 2400mAh Battery Case for SGS3 for 24.97.
http://www.yugster.com/todays-deals/yours-until-gone#
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Hmmmmmm.... was debating if I wanted to try one of these out or not, this one looks pretty slim
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I really want to try but since I can not return it if the product is not good then I have decided not to buy it
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I went ahead and ordered the same case from eBay for $26. I'll let you know how it works after I get it.
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pgreeny69 said:
I went ahead and ordered the same case from eBay for $26. I'll let you know how it works after I get it.
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Awesome, hopefully it's thin, I'd hate to make my phone look like a brick :/
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battery Case
Just received a different one in the post yesterday. Seems to work well and looks fantastic on the phone. I also brought a Pearl White one for my daughter but might keep that as well. Brought it from droidax.
KAS02 said:
Just received a different one in the post yesterday. Seems to work well and looks fantastic on the phone. I also brought a Pearl White one for my daughter but might keep that as well. Brought it from droidax.
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Looks pretty nice, would like to see more pics of it (side/back view). Does this one have the lil' led indicator lights as well?
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DOG666 said:
Looks pretty nice, would like to see more pics of it (side/back view). Does this one have the lil' led indicator lights as well?
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http://www.droidax.com/power-pack-for-samsung-galaxy-s3-pearl-white.php
DOG666 said:
Looks pretty nice, would like to see more pics of it (side/back view). Does this one have the lil' led indicator lights as well?
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Here are some new pics. Yes it has 4 on the back when you press the on/off switch they only stay on briefly- which is good as who really wants lights on all the time and of course when you are charging it they are on. Looks really nice with the Matte finish, really happy with it.
KAS02 said:
Here are some new pics. Yes it has 4 on the back when you press the on/off switch they only stay on briefly- which is good as who really wants lights on all the time and of course when you are charging it they are on. Looks really nice with the Matte finish, really happy with it.
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I really wish we could get one that offered better top/side/screen lip protection
Alanmw86 said:
I really wish we could get one that offered better top/side/screen lip protection
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Seidio has a new battery case coming out that you can get a sneak peek of on their website, it looks like it fully covers the gs3
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Home button stickers

My gf ordered a home button sticker for her phone. Even though its not my style lol it dose feel really nice on the phone. Its easier to find if not lookin at the phone and makes the phone look better. Especially with a defender case that has a built in screen protector. I ordered a chrome blue one
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bmoreboy02 said:
My gf ordered a home button sticker for her phone. Even though its not my style lol it dose feel really nice on the phone. Its easier to find if not lookin at the phone and makes the phone look better. Especially with a defender case that has a built in screen protector. I ordered a chrome blue one
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Rhine stones...? Ew...
rlatjs17 said:
Rhine stones...? Ew...
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Lol i know i know...but ordered a chrom blue for my pebble blue
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Oooo now thats what im talking about. Can i get a link? and do they have different colors?
My gf bought hers from this same seller. Took less then 2 weeks from hong kong
http://www.ebay.com/itm/26109387142...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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Do these things actually stay in place for extended periods of time? Or do you have to use a thick screen protector that has a cutout to help keep them planted?
Tellymon said:
Do these things actually stay in place for extended periods of time? Or do you have to use a thick screen protector that has a cutout to help keep them planted?
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Shes only had hers 1 day so far so good. You could probally use any screen protector or none. The sticker somply just sticks to home buttom
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rlatjs17 said:
Oooo now thats what im talking about. Can i get a link? and do they have different colors?
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here you go.
http://www.zoarah.com/#homepage
any updates on these?
they still sticking well on your gf's phone?? i feel like they'd peel off quick.
kl25 said:
any updates on these?
they still sticking well on your gf's phone?? i feel like they'd peel off quick.
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mine is still on from day one, as long as you dont pull them on and off, they should look good.
I just wish they illuminated the home button.
kms108 said:
mine is still on from day one, as long as you dont pull them on and off, they should look good.
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So far so good with my gf's....still waiting on mine
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I'm waiting on mines as well, got them from ebay for 7.99
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All good here. bought these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/16087807105...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
I have the silver one. Same make by the look of things. Absolutely beautiful.
I ordered it because I've also ordered a tempered glass screen protector.

Update added Dbrand Skin....Stripped my Black Official Bumper Case

I bought a black official Google bumper case but it started peeling almost right away. I wasn't able to RMA it because I wasn't the original owner. So rather than have a case that was degrading over time I decided to strip it right down. Here are the results. I might still order a skin for the back not sure yet. As you can see it's glossy and still has the Nexus logo. If your wondering I used just my fingernail to scrap it as I didn't want to damage it with a razor blade or any chemical. Added Dbrand Skin see pic on second page.
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Looks quite nice that
EddyOS said:
Looks quite nice that
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I agree! But if you want to slap something like a dbrand on it, I totally can see that working as well.
it looks much better after your modification
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Whoa. Good to know for when my case starts looking like crap.
saw your first pic and I thought... WTF.
saw your second pic and thought... FUK YEAH! :highfive:
vanisleryan said:
I bought a black official Google bumper case but it started peeling almost right away. I wasn't able to RMA it because I wasn't the original owner. So rather than have a case that was degrading over time I decided to strip it right down. Here are the results. I might still order a skin for the back not sure yet. As you can see it's glossy and still has the Nexus logo. If your wondering I used just my fingernail to scrap it as I didn't want to damage it with a razor blade or any chemical.
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kpjimmy said:
I agree! But if you want to slap something like a dbrand on it, I totally can see that working as well.
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That's exactly what I was thinking. Just can't decide which one.
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Just wondering.. How long did it take to scrape it completely off with your fingernail? I like the look and may do this as well.
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Haha, nice. Looks better defective!
looks awful and too shiny.
I like the black case better with the coating remove from the back. Took me most of the day scratch that $h:t off the back
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Update added a dbrand skin.
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vanisleryan said:
Update added a dbrand skin.
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That looks awesome
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That looks awesome
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Thanks I might get a skin for the front too. Not sure. I kinda prefer having the skin on the case though since I get a similar effect but my camera is recessed. The one thing I don't get about the Nexus 5 design is having the camera stick out.
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