[REVIEW]Poetic HardBack Protective Case for the Samsung Galaxy S III - Galaxy S III Accessories

Didn't see a review for this case up here yet, so thought I'd make one.
I saw this case on Amazon (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B008E9T442/ref=pe_217191_31005151_dp_1) and it had mostly good reviews, so went ahead and ordered one, paying £7.95 + shipping
What I like -
Extra bulk/weight (or lack thereof) - Looking at the images of the case on Amazon I had suspicions that this would add a lot of bulk and weight to the phone, especially looking at the 'raised' sections on the inside front cover, used for when the cover is in 'stand' mode. Surprisingly, it does not really. Even though it covers your phone back and front, it does not feel bulky like some other cases do, and the raised sections on the inside front cover actually act as an extra bit of cushioning for the screen, giving a bit more protection from drops. The phone still fits nicely in my pocket and I can hardly tell the difference with or without the cover.
The Fit - The cover fits very nicely on my S3. The corner clips hold the phone snugly, but not so tightly that it is difficult to get the phone out of the cover if you want to.
The 'Feel' - The cover has a nice feel to it. It feels as if it's soft leather though it isn't (as far as I can tell), and it sits nicely in the hand. The way the case is slightly bigger than the phone adds 'protruding edges' that your fingers grip nicely on, and that means that you are less likely to let the phone slip from your hand.
Design / logos - The design of the case (imho) is quite nice and not at all flashy. I think Poetic have gone for a more 'functional' look than anything else. There is a Poetic logo on hte front of the case, but you hardly even notice it. One thing I was also concerned about when I first ordered was that the 'stand/hinge' on the back of the case would add an uneven 'lump' to the shape of the case. It does not. At all. Poetic did a great job of designing this case.
Integrated Stand - I bought myself one of these covers for my Nexus 7 and I really like the integrated stand. It's really handy when I put my tablet on charge in landscape and watch videos, read, browse web etc. The only issue I have with that case is that the 'corner clips' that you have to undo when you open the stand will probably wear over time. With the Poetic HardBack case, this is not a problem, as you do not have to unclip the corners holding the phone when you open the stand. When in stand mode, the case holds the phone at a great angle for you to use the phone for videos, reading, music etc. Obviously (like with any other stand / dock for landscape mode) you will not have access to the volume buttons when the case is open in stand mode.
Operation - Opening and closing is simple enough, though can be a little fiddly when trying to do it one handed.
Compatiblity - It fits the phone perfectly and has spaces in all the right places allowing access to camers, flash, speaker, microphone, headphone jack, volume, power etc.
Build Quality - It looks like a well made case, with clean, even stitching and no edges protruding where they shouldn't. Backed by a three year manufacturer's warranty, I will most likely get a new phone before I need to buy a new cover.
What I don't like - Nothing
Please look on the Amazon link above for pictures of the case.

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Cases

There is nearly only 3 types of cases out at the market.
First the hard plastic cases that are coming in 2 parts. There are the glossy ones and the trubberized ones in a wide variety of colors and styles at ebay or Amazon. The quality is OK but not perfect. What I like is the good protection in combination with the acceptable increase of size. The problem is that you nearly can't remove the front part of the case without breaking the very small bars fixing the case to the device. I like the rubberized ones most. They are looking more stable to me than the glossy ones. With the case it's more difficult to slide out the QWERTY keyboard. But it's acceptable. What I like very much is the protection of the on/off button and then loudness buttons. Because without the case I öfter press these keys withooany will.
Then there are the leather cases. There are horizontal and vertical ones. I tried to use the ones for the Samsung Galaxy S2 also, they fit. But of course not together with the hard plastic case together. For that I will try cases made for the HTC Sensation XL. I will share my experiences as soon as I get the cases.
The third category are cases that are blocking the hardware keyboard. That unacceptable for me. I tried rubber cases for the Samsung Galaxy S2 and it worked for one but the fitting is not not really good. The thickness of the device is quite different from most other smartphones.
Hope I could help a little bit and will share my upcoming experiences.
Thanks for checking out the cases, did they the leather/rubber ones block the camera at the back or did it have the correct position for the opening?
The leather ones I tried are for pulling out the device before use.
The rubber one I tried had a big camera hole on the back. But I forgot to check the other connector holes but if I remember correctly some cutting work has to be done. But this is possible with the right tools. Sharp knives and hole cutters for leather/paper.
Best thing is to try the case at a shop. Surely some fits better than others. But I think the Galaxy S2 category is the best you can get. The Galaxy Note ones could be also work, because it's taller but thinner.
The first category cases are made for the device and aren't blocking anything.
I wonder if anyone has tried the one-piece Speck cases yet (can't post links yet, but a Google search for "speck captivate glide" should bring up the page on Speck's site). They look good, but I'm curious if they restrict the sliding mechanism or block the keyboard at all.
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Just wanted to share my review, got a hard rubberized case on Amazon from ezbuy123. It's a 2-piece, snap-on. In the past, I've used Otterbox on EVERYTHING, but since they dont have an i927 case out yet, I figured I'd take a chance. The build quality is probably a 3.5/5 - it's hard, it's plastic, it's rubberized, that all is true. The edges of the case around the keyboard area are already starting to get chewed up, and the rubberizing doesnt have any real texture to speak of, I feel like I'm going to drop it when I use it. On the plus side, it isnt a weird neon color, and it doesnt add much bulk or weight to the phone.... All in all, I'd be pressed to give it 4/5 overall, it will definitely be replaced with an Otterbox if they ever decide to make a case for the i927.
Speck Sureslider Case
So I just received the Sureslider case today. I bought it for 24 dollars (from versiomobile before they charged 35 ).
Here's my review on it:
It's a one piece piece that has a hard plastic back with polycarbonate. On the front, it's made up of TPE (thermoplastic elastomer). The TPE gives the case a lip from the screen of the phone. It still slides when you put it on its face but not by much. Only the top part actually clips onto the phone. The back plate just kinda sticks to the phone.. somewhat. There's basically no restriction when you're sliding it, it feels like it's not even there. Regarding the top keys of the qwerty keyboard, it might've moved a nanometer, but not to significant to affect your typing.
Honestly, I don't think the price of $35 is worth it. I'd say it'd be more fair around 13 dollars. It also comes with a one-year warranty, so maybe that's where the high price came from?
The Sureslider case is technically a "one-piece" but when I got it, somehow the connection between the bottom and top part became loose and the top part came out. Needless to say, i thought it was going to be an easy fix. It wasn't . You can't just "slide" it into one piece since there's a hook and a little clip at the bottom to provide stability. After I managed to get the piece together, I went through the packaging, and there was this small instruction slip. It said "If the case becomes separated by mistake, align the two pieces and fit back together."
If you have any questions, feel free to ask.
I got the rubberized texture case from ebay (shop4phree*). 5 bucks included shipping. Just to get something on the phone quick before I scractched it. I have to say for being so cheap it has help up surprisingly well. I was going to go for a higher end case at a later time but it's now going on 2 months and I haven't felt the need to switch. The only drawbacks I can see is it interferes with the smoothness of the slide out keyboard (requires a little more finger power to push it up) and the extra bulk it adds makes your top row of keys a little tight when typing(especially with big fingers).Ive dropped my phone a couple of times and it has held intact.
Im a cheap bastard so my $5 case works great for me.
Amzer cases
Well i managed to snap the feelers on my first case (the black rubberized one), so I've moved on to an Amzer case from Amazon. It's a 2-piece, snap-together advertised as "one piece". The build quality is probably a 3/5 - it's hard, it's plastic, it's rubberized on the back half, but the front half is clear hard-poly that looks awful (definitely not at all like what the pic on Amazon makes it look). It doesnt add much bulk or weight to the phone, but it is slightly bulkier than the previous case I reviewed. Hopefully Otterbox will come up with a case for the i927 soon, I'm quickly tiring of these cases...
L4T
http://www.daydeal.com/home.php?cat=6439
Haven't tried any of them but their stuff is good.
Body Glove Captivate Glide
I just received the Body Glove two-piece case for the Glide. It's $30 from AT&T, but I got it from All4Cellular for less (it's also on Amazon for even cheaper, which is a bit annoying as it was out of stock when I last looked there). It's pricey, but highly reviewed on AT&T's site.
It looks high-quality (none of that gummy rubber sort of stuff) and fits snugly. A bit too snugly, actually, as it was fairly difficult to get on and (according to other owners) nigh impossible to get off. On the plus side, that means it's not going to just pop off in your pocket.
The case fully covers the back of the phone (except for holes for the camera, flash, microphone, speaker, and buttons), and on the front, it covers the bezel. It doesn't interfere with the sliding at all, though the front cover does stick out enough to potentially cause problems with the top row of physical keyboard keys. That said, the keyboard side of the front cover has a little cutout at the bottom that may alleviate that problem a bit. I haven't noticed any major difficulties typing so far.
As with any two-piece case, there's a gap between the pieces where the phone slides, so it's not going to protect from anything getting between the phone halves. Also, it only comes in one color--a metallic blue sort of look--so if that's not your thing, you're out of luck.
I'd give it four out of five stars, knocking off a star for the difficulty in getting it off, though I'd recommend it for the build quality.
Does anyone know of a otterbox case from another phone that would fit this one for protection? (commuter or defender)
And what about silicone cases? Soft ones I mean..
There's a Case Mate Barely There case now available for the Glide, you can find it on Amazon. Did anyone try it?
Mom is with ATT so she picked the Captivate Glide cuz I have Epic. LoL Basically, she also want a slide-out keyboard.
I ordered this for her on eBay.
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=64678
One problem, the sellers posted different quality. Some say hard plastic and some say rubberized. I went with a seller that said rubberized with good reviews. $7 with free shipping. I'm waiting on that to arrive and see how it feels
Just a question, since I'm not a native english speaker:
what does 'rubberized' mean? Does the term refer to a hard case with soft grip or to a flexible silicone-like case that you can even bend and it keeps the shape?
Thanks
clpo13 said:
I just received the Body Glove two-piece case for the Glide. It's $30 from AT&T, but I got it from All4Cellular for less (it's also on Amazon for even cheaper, which is a bit annoying as it was out of stock when I last looked there). It's pricey, but highly reviewed on AT&T's site.
It looks high-quality (none of that gummy rubber sort of stuff) and fits snugly. A bit too snugly, actually, as it was fairly difficult to get on and (according to other owners) nigh impossible to get off. On the plus side, that means it's not going to just pop off in your pocket.
The case fully covers the back of the phone (except for holes for the camera, flash, microphone, speaker, and buttons), and on the front, it covers the bezel. It doesn't interfere with the sliding at all, though the front cover does stick out enough to potentially cause problems with the top row of physical keyboard keys. That said, the keyboard side of the front cover has a little cutout at the bottom that may alleviate that problem a bit. I haven't noticed any major difficulties typing so far.
As with any two-piece case, there's a gap between the pieces where the phone slides, so it's not going to protect from anything getting between the phone halves. Also, it only comes in one color--a metallic blue sort of look--so if that's not your thing, you're out of luck.
I'd give it four out of five stars, knocking off a star for the difficulty in getting it off, though I'd recommend it for the build quality.
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I got the same one from AT&T.
I agree with your comments. This case is much better quality than the no-name clear ones I've seen elsewhere. It is a pain to install / remove, but I like it tight, lol. I've had cases for other phones where it comes off easy, and they become a pain in the @ss.
They are the most expensive I've seen, but worth the price if it saves your phone from just one concrete ground fall.
-Am
hard case with soft grip
or you can call it a "grippy" hard case
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hard case with soft grip
or you can call it a "grippy" hard case
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Thank you
just ordered the 3 in 1 combo case/holster for about $18 with free shipping...hoping its worth the money, i like the idea of the holster but i have a feeling the case and holster will be made out of cheap plastic....
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There's a Case Mate Barely There case now available for the Glide, you can find it on Amazon. Did anyone try it?
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in their official site i cant find anything about that case, strange.

Nexus 7 Caseable cover review

After I bought that BUKcase and reviewed that I wanted something which let me access the volume keys easier, so I decided to go with Caseable. This will be my third purchase from them.
If you haven't heard of Caseable, they make custom cases with either images provided by the customer or a selection of artwork from their site. This particular case was made with some of my photography. This is the typical tablet case they offer, a folio style cover with elastic straps to hold the device in place and keep the case closed. It's reasonably functional too, on either side of the case there are thin rubber strips. These act as 'feet' to keep the tablet secure when it is propped up as a stand, and it works surprisingly well (Though when you initially open the package, the rubber 'tyre' smell is pretty potent)
This case costs £39.90, though caseable offer a 15% student discount which I used. Postage is free for orders above £30.
As I said, the images on the front and back can be customised. The quality of the printed images is very good. With my Caseable orders, I use high-resolution photos and the result is fantastic. The material on which it is printed on is also very nice, it's a kind of soft almost-neoprene like material. It has a certain 'sponginess' to it, I imagine to cushion it against falls. As well as the graphics on the front and back, there is a choice of inside colour, white or black. This case is handmade for you in either Berlin or Brooklyn, depending on where you live.
The elastic straps don't block any of the ports, but the upper-right one does cover the power button. It loses a little of its tactility but is still perfectly usable. The volume rocker is also perfectly accessible, which is a massive plus coming from the BUKcase. The speakers are also not blocked, so the sound is not muffled. However, there is no cutout for the camera at all, not much of a problem for me to be honest.
There is a small pocket inside the case for cards and documents, which isn't really all that useful for storing stuff, but it does have another use which I'll come onto later. The main gripe I have about this case, it doesn't have SmartCover functionality. This is strange because the Caseable iPad cases have this, but none of the others don't.
Conclusion, there's no way around it, this is a unique case, the rubber strips for the stand are a nice little touch. Although the main reason I bought this is to have a way to show off my photography, and for that purpose it's great. Although it's still a functional and protective case, it seems a bit basic (And maybe overpriced?) without Smartcover functionality.
Remember that pocket I mentioned? Not useful for storing documents or cards, but It can store a magnet pretty well. I butchered an old Kobo SleepCover I had lying around and extracted the two magnets. I slipped one in that little pocket, and voila, it's a Smartcover! The pocket is pretty tight so I can't imagine the magnet would slide around too much in there, but if it does I might put some light adhesive on it to keep it in place.

sonivo premium wallet stand case review

hello everyone. i saw the video review of this same case a while back and i found it just a little lacking, so i figured id fill in some details with my own photo review.
First of all, delivery came out of england instead of the usual china or hong kong or whatever, so it was comparatively short (and in royal packaging none the less :victory: )
opening the plastic packaging unveils a fairly nice, faux leather wallet case. it doesn't feel overly cheap to the touch, but you can definitely tell that it isn't real leather.
on the outside, it has Sonivo printed in the lower right hand side and closes with a magnetic flap that does not sit flush with the case. it sticks up from the surface a bit and from what i found, tended to get caught up in my pocket.
the back is plain, with just a cutout for the camera and flash. i have not noticed any distortion in my photos with this case, which was one of the complaints for a few of the other wallet cases out there.
on the inside of the cover, there are two extremely thin credit card holders. i could barely fit one card in each at the same time and they were very hard to pull out, but i suspect that they will break in after a while. there are also two sim card slots on the very front which i can not see a use for unless you are travelling with the phone. behind everything and facing the spine of the case is a pouch for cash. it is an odd shape because of the phone and is still very thin, so i had a hard time fitting any US dollar bills inside of it. because of the weird shape, you have to fold the bills width-wise and either way you slide them in makes them stick out the side. i could also fit only two bills inside the case with my cards before i had trouble closing the case properly. this isn't a deal breaker for me because i usually use my debit card anyway, and nfc payments are getting more popular as well.
on the other side is what i think is a tpu snap cover which is only attached on one side, which allows the whole things to bend into a rudimentary stand. the case fits snugly and allows access to all of the buttons, speakers and the sim tray. no problems here.
nfc and qi charging also work with this case, but i will get to that later. it also has a hall effect sensor, which allows it to turn the screen of the phone on and off. very cool and very useful.
now my main complaints about this case are as follows.
-when the case is folded into its "stand mode," the phone sits at an odd angle, which may make it uncomfortable to see. i wont be using this much anyway, but you might.
-the magnet on the flap is VERY weak. it holds the case closed well, but when it is folded backwards for when you take a call or something, it will not hold itself closed. this does get a little annoying for me, but oh well.
-The flap does not sit flush with the case when it is closed, so it may get hung up on things. this i can understand though, because making it sit flush would make the case much thicker than it already is, which isnt bad for a wallet.
-the small capacity
-the site advertises a white, version, but when i ordered that, they delivered a black one. i dont know if both cases are the same or what, but it doesnt make a difference to me. the black case gives a nice contrast to the white phone.
-finally, qi charging may be problematic for you. this case creates a pretty large space between the qi charger and the phone, which may slow down charging. it may also block the magnets in some of the charging pads that hold the phone in place. most importantly is the odor though. as many of you know, qi charging warms the phone slightly, and with it the case. because of the synthetic leather and the tpu case and whatever the hell they put in it, heating creates a terrible, sweet, plasticy, resinous scent that lingers around the case. if you are using it indoors shortly after charging, you will be able to smell it at texting distance.
overall, even with my many complaints, this is still a very nice case and fits my needs quite well. i do wish it was a little bigger, and that scent can get pretty annoying, but this is probably one of the best wallet cases currently out for the nexus 5. it has a premium feel and is not very expensive.

VOIA CleanUP V20 Case review

I finally got my Voia CleanUP case from Voia.
Was really looking forward to this case, with the quick-open cover and the slick looks that were offered on the website: http://www.voia.co.kr/goods/view?no=362
However after using it for a while I'm extremely disappointed with it, and I feel the quick cover/quick open feature isn't all that useful and somewhat gimmicky. Here's a quick review.
General Notes:
- The transaction was quick and easy, even from Korea. Very nice job by Voia here.
- I've posted an album of the phone installed in the case here: http://imgur.com/a/rJSLJ
Pros:
- Very nice looking case, really like the "brushed metal" look on the front of it.
- Fairly slim, keeps the bulk of the phone down
- The Quick-Open feature is somewhat nice, but also a con. The case doesn't seem to utilize the second screen function any differently than without it, but turning the phone on and off with the flip of the cover is pretty cool. I guess.
- Phone fits snugly and easily in the case
Cons
- The quick-open flap doesn't stay closed, flush with the phone (see photos). This was the most frustrating part for me because it actually makes the phone kind of a pain to just pick up and use since you'll be fumbling with the partially opened cover.
- The Quick-cover feature to turn the phone off and on is pretty poorly implemented. Flipping the case closed to turn off the phone is actually quite nice. However turning it on, especially if you use fingerprints, is a pain. When I open the case I flip the cover all the way back behind the phone. However this completely blocks the fingerprint sensor. So instead you have to flip the case open half way with one hand and use your other hand to put in your fingerprint. I'm not too sure there is much Voia could have done here, but this makes the phone fairly inconvenient to use
- The corner bumpers are just hard plastic. While it offers better than no protection at all, any fall from even a marginally significant height will not be cushioned by the hard plastic. If you drop the phone on the left side where the spine of the cover is, there is absolutely no protection at all. If you're looking for good drop protection for your new V20, I wouldn't go with this
- The volume buttons.... this one doesn't make sense to me. When the case is closed the volume buttons are covered by the spine of the cover. You can still use them, but you have to sort of guess where they are. When the case is open they're, oddly enough, even harder to get to as the folded spine of the cover blocks your thumb from getting right to them. You'll see in the photos.
Overall for about $25 this case was a huge let down. It does more to make the phone inconvenient to use than convenient. I'm going to get in touch with Voia to see about getting a refund. Maybe somebody else will have a different experience.
I've got this case as well & have never been a huge fan of this style of case as it is,at least not for a daily driver:
All cases such as this seem to get in the way of usability one way or the other.
I use mine for those times when I leave the house & know I won't be using the phone much at all,the main benefit being while in-pocket,the front flap serves to protect the phone from other items in my pocket (keys/etc...).
It's a well-crafted case & I don't have the problem with the front flap staying partially open as you do (perhaps check that the phone is fully seated in the case,I had this problem at 1st).However,those looking for bullet-proof protection a la Otterbox should look elsewhere,as this style of case isn't built to withstand anything more than minor bumps/drops/etc....
I recommend this case for those that use this type of case,but,with reservations,as you noted regarding using the fingerprint scanner.
ZeppelinJ0 said:
I finally got my Voia CleanUP case from Voia.
Was really looking forward to this case, with the quick-open cover and the slick looks that were offered on the website: http://www.voia.co.kr/goods/view?no=362
However after using it for a while I'm extremely disappointed with it, and I feel the quick cover/quick open feature isn't all that useful and somewhat gimmicky. Here's a quick review.
General Notes:
- The transaction was quick and easy, even from Korea. Very nice job by Voia here.
- I've posted an album of the phone installed in the case here: http://imgur.com/a/rJSLJ
Pros:
- Very nice looking case, really like the "brushed metal" look on the front of it.
- Fairly slim, keeps the bulk of the phone down
- The Quick-Open feature is somewhat nice, but also a con. The case doesn't seem to utilize the second screen function any differently than without it, but turning the phone on and off with the flip of the cover is pretty cool. I guess.
- Phone fits snugly and easily in the case
Cons
- The quick-open flap doesn't stay closed, flush with the phone (see photos). This was the most frustrating part for me because it actually makes the phone kind of a pain to just pick up and use since you'll be fumbling with the partially opened cover.
- The Quick-cover feature to turn the phone off and on is pretty poorly implemented. Flipping the case closed to turn off the phone is actually quite nice. However turning it on, especially if you use fingerprints, is a pain. When I open the case I flip the cover all the way back behind the phone. However this completely blocks the fingerprint sensor. So instead you have to flip the case open half way with one hand and use your other hand to put in your fingerprint. I'm not too sure there is much Voia could have done here, but this makes the phone fairly inconvenient to use
- The corner bumpers are just hard plastic. While it offers better than no protection at all, any fall from even a marginally significant height will not be cushioned by the hard plastic. If you drop the phone on the left side where the spine of the cover is, there is absolutely no protection at all. If you're looking for good drop protection for your new V20, I wouldn't go with this
- The volume buttons.... this one doesn't make sense to me. When the case is closed the volume buttons are covered by the spine of the cover. You can still use them, but you have to sort of guess where they are. When the case is open they're, oddly enough, even harder to get to as the folded spine of the cover blocks your thumb from getting right to them. You'll see in the photos.
Overall for about $25 this case was a huge let down. It does more to make the phone inconvenient to use than convenient. I'm going to get in touch with Voia to see about getting a refund. Maybe somebody else will have a different experience.
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Agree with all your remarks. I've emailed Korea to see if they are changing the design at all. For me the biggest drawback is the cover not closing. If I put the phone down face down all the time to keep the case closed there's no point in having the window for the second screen. Will post if I get any satisfaction.
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I have the Spigen case, but was considering this one. I wish it would close completely. I would be sold! Thanks for the review. Please keep us updated as to whether they are changing the design.
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I also have the case.
The pros are the fact that the color actually matches (Titan in my case), It protects more than 80% of the screen when the door is closed and recesses the rear camera so putting it on a table will not scratch it.
I don't have an issue at all with the case door opening. As a matter of fact, I've had a spigen quick view case for my S4 which clipped close and it was a slight pain in the ass.
I like how the view hole doesn't block the camera. I at times wonder if they should have put a hole for the finger print as it is really annoying to open the phone and slip your right hand behind to access the fingerprint scanner. I also don't like how the volume buttons are blocked.
I'm happy with it over any of those worthless cases that only protect the back of the phone.
Also bought this case and is my favorite so far.
I found the following:
Although the cover didn't close all the way initially it now does. The binder side seems to stretch slightly with use until it's flush. Enough time in the pocket and it will become flush.
I wish it had a felt lined inside cover instead of just hard plastic
This case matches the contours really well and you can still enjoy the phone's design.
I really like having all the port side exposed so that cable and headphone blockage isn't an issue.
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Agree with all your remarks. I've emailed Korea to see if they are changing the design at all. For me the biggest drawback is the cover not closing. If I put the phone down face down all the time to keep the case closed there's no point in having the window for the second screen. Will post if I get any satisfaction.
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Just received full refund from Korea. Told me to keep the case. I'd definitely buy it again if they fix the fit.
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I have had the case about a week. Mine stays closed... perhaps a screen protector binding?
Very well made but yes you need to remember to use the fingerprint sensor with your right hand while opening. I find myself using the dot password more like I did on my g3 with the same type case. About ready to take a gromit hole punch and make a hole for my finger sensor : )
The materials are very slippery both closed and open. the one on my g3 was not nearly as slippery. Thinking of ideas to solve this that are clean.
I do like the protection for the front as I am hard on screens and dont like protectors.
It is also very thin which i like but as others mentioned not much protection. i dropped my g3 with a similar case several times. Some damage on the corners but the screen always survived. The case cracked on 3 corners : )
I switched to a tpu type case for a trip to Disneyland in case of dropping it but the thickness was a real pain. Jury is still out ...
Thanks to the OP for the review on this case (and for the heads up since I didn't know about this one yet) because I think I'll have to check it out, but I just a couple quick questions for anyone who might know.
How long did shipping take for you guys who have yours already? Also I bought a cheap flip case the day I got mine from Amazon and it's actually not as bad as I thought it would be, but does anyone know it it's possible to have the screen unlock when you flip it open but still be able to use your fingerprint everywhere else? Everytime I flip it open I have to put my pin number in (which I'd rather have it go straight to the screen) but if I want to disable it it also disables my fingerprint, does it anyone know if there's a way around that?
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Important update. Due to the hard plastic around the viewing window, it can cause scratches on your screen. I have a rectangular mark on the screen that can't be removed. This is a VERY STUPID move on the maker's part. How idiotic can a designer be?
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Important update. Due to the hard plastic around the viewing window, it can cause scratches on your screen. I have a rectangular mark on the screen that can't be removed. This is a VERY STUPID move on the maker's part. How idiotic can a designer be?
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Ok now damn that would certainly be one hell of a deal breaker imo! Sorry to hear about that with your phone and I hope you don't take this the wrong way because I'm definitely not trying to say you're mistaken or anything (I don't even have the case so I couldn't argue without what you're saying even if I could to), but I'm just wondering can anyone else who has this case also confirm this?
Sent from a ridiculously modified ColecoVision

ArmadilloTek case

I will say that I received this as a promotion from the manufacturer but the review is my unbiased opinion.
This is a good quality case that will offer outstanding protection
It's a handsome case that fits the phone very nicely. It has a nice size lip around the top and bottom to protect the screen. It's not as bulky as some of the other cases and still fits nicely in your pocket. I really like it and will use it for a while to get a better feel for it.
I have also found that although the metal plate for my Imagnet mount fits nicely inside, the case is too thick to let it work properly. It would be nice if a case manufacturer would embed a metal surround inside the plastic that would still allow wireless charging and work with magnetic mounts.
What I dislike is the little flapper door over the USB port. I know it serves a purpose but it bothers me. I'm also not a fan of the little molded in head bolts.
M_R_M said:
I will say that I received this as a promotion from the manufacturer but the review is my unbiased opinion.
This is a good quality case that will offer outstanding protection
It's a handsome case that fits the phone very nicely. It has a nice size lip around the top and bottom to protect the screen. It's not as bulky as some of the other cases and still fits nicely in your pocket. I really like it and will use it for a while to get a better feel for it.
I have also found that although the metal plate for my Imagnet mount fits nicely inside, the case is too thick to let it work properly. It would be nice if a case manufacturer would embed a metal surround inside the plastic that would still allow wireless charging and work with magnetic mounts.
What I dislike is the little flapper door over the USB port. I know it serves a purpose but it bothers me. I'm also not a fan of the little molded in head bolts.
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Got mine yesterday, I don't mind the charging cover at all. You can cut it off if it bothers you
Links?
It's on Amazon.
I also considered this against the Otterbox Defender (Pro), but went with the Otterbox just for the added protection and easy B&M return if it didn't work out. The Armadillo looks better than most for drop protection, though.
What most put me off are those fake hex screws. They scream low-quality in their bad faith attempt to fool you into thinking this is like some screw-down case.. Why did they even try that? They didn't even change the orientation of each screw (not that it would have fooled me much).
I have had mine for about a week and I'm not very happy with it the stand is loose and flops about and it falls open the buttons are lack luster they are very hard to actuate and not raised from the phone far enough to distinguish between the case and the normal side of the phone I'm let down
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I have had mine for about a week and I'm not very happy with it the stand is loose and flops about and it falls open the buttons are lack luster they are very hard to actuate and not raised from the phone far enough to distinguish between the case and the normal side of the phone I'm let down
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Odd about the kick stand. I always found it to be firmly locked in place once it was clicked in properly. I agree on the buttons. It does take some concentration to find them sometimes. But they always seemed to operate properly.

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