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New EVO Case coming soon

Hi guys,
I am the product designer from a brand new company called TridentCase. We'll have a series of EVO case coming out pretty soon.
I am an avid EVO user myself, I'd love to get opinions on the case and see how everyone here feels about it. Perhaps even for future improvement.
The case comes with 5 different colors and we are planning to have different colored wrap around silicone band for purchase so you could mix and match your own personality.
Our first 2 cases for iPhone4 made it into CNET's top 10 tough cases for iPhone, I am hoping that we'll get similar type of interest and enthusiasm from the EVO community as well.
Let me know what you think.
Thanks!

I like it, although I'm a little hesitant to jump into cases of this protection level because I don't like the bulk.
I do like the style a lot though, kind of reminds me of the sony sports walkmans from back in the day. The color options make this seem like a winner.
If those holes on the back help with heat ventilation then that's a pretty clever idea.

Thats pretty much what Ive been looking for. How hard is it to reach the notification bar?

nhutpham said:
I like it, although I'm a little hesitant to jump into cases of this protection level because I don't like the bulk.
I do like the style a lot though, kind of reminds me of the sony sports walkmans from back in the day. The color options make this seem like a winner.
If those holes on the back help with heat ventilation then that's a pretty clever idea.
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how much bulk does it add??? i would also like to see a belt clip for this...

They look awesome!
The vents are a great idea... but how are they as dust and pocket lint collector?
and more importantly... How much are they going to cost?

agreed on the cost thing. They could be spectacular if they don't cost too much lol.

nhutpham said:
I like it, although I'm a little hesitant to jump into cases of this protection level because I don't like the bulk.
I do like the style a lot though, kind of reminds me of the sony sports walkmans from back in the day. The color options make this seem like a winner.
If those holes on the back help with heat ventilation then that's a pretty clever idea.
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Thanks. I was a bit concerned with bulk myself, but I've been using the prototype for a few weeks now, I don't really mind the bulk much. I can definitely understand if some people might feel differently though. We'll have more slimmed design in the near future.
Yeah, those are vents for heat. My EVO do get a bit hot once in awhile, these vents are my attempt to help that situation.

yamaford said:
Thats pretty much what Ive been looking for. How hard is it to reach the notification bar?
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I haven't have trouble reaching Notification bar.
looneylu said:
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how much bulk does it add??? i would also like to see a belt clip for this...
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I'll have more accurate measurements when I get to the office. Belt clip might be a possibility.
xNotta said:
They look awesome!
The vents are a great idea... but how are they as dust and pocket lint collector?
and more importantly... How much are they going to cost?
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With the few weeks that I've been using, I haven't have any dust or lint collected in them. I am not entirely sure how much they will retail, (that's up to sales department) but I think it will somewhere in the ballpark of $29-$39.

These look like a win to me. I assume the screen is open, and not covered like the otterbox defender?

The prototype in the photos are opened, but the final product will have a clear screen, we figure if customers don't like the screen to be covered can easily remove the screen protection, that way at least there's an option.
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They look really nice, what type of material is it made out of and how is the texture? Considering I'm using a $5 clear case off of ebay $30-40 seems a little steep for my taste, but if you want to send me a test unit I'd gladly review it for you

ETA? both otterbox defender and ballistic have been "coming soon" for months....

davebu said:
They look really nice, what type of material is it made out of and how is the texture? Considering I'm using a $5 clear case off of ebay $30-40 seems a little steep for my taste, but if you want to send me a test unit I'd gladly review it for you
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Haha, I can't just send review unit out to anyone, I'll be in pretty big trouble if it makes you feel any better, I am also pushing my boss to go for a clear back cover.
The material is ABS plastic, with silicone over it.
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ETA? both otterbox defender and ballistic have been "coming soon" for months....
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If wasn't for some last minute change, we would've have the cases in stock now, now we are probably looking at one or two weeks from now.
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E.J.Su said:
If wasn't for some last minute change, we would've have the cases in stock now, now we are probably looking at one or two weeks from now.
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Do you have a website??? how is it going to go for? where will I be able to buy? and if you make a belt clip, will it be compatible with this?

You should make a version with a clear back instead of that color portion. Not too many cases will show off the back. How about a bumper style protection for the evo?
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this thing looks good! i may buy it when it drops

looks great. Im also interested if there would be a belt clip available. love the color options. thanks for the heads up.
dschoenike

I dont have my Evo yet but I have a hero with an Otterbox defender, I would buy the yellow one of these in a heartbeat!

E.J.Su said:
Haha, I can't just send review unit out to anyone, I'll be in pretty big trouble if it makes you feel any better, I am also pushing my boss to go for a clear back cover.
The material is ABS plastic, with silicone over it.
If wasn't for some last minute change, we would've have the cases in stock now, now we are probably looking at one or two weeks from now.
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I'm local to you(HD). Let me know about a pre order, I am very interested in one.

Biggest Bulk
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S-Line case from eBay is awesome

I just got my S-line case (black) from eBay and I love it. It adds very little bulk, seems like it will do a good job protecting my phone, and looks very nice.
Definitely worth the $5!
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Jaxidian said:
I just got my S-line case (black) from eBay and I love it. It adds very little bulk, seems like it will do a good job protecting my phone, and looks very nice.
Definitely worth the $5!
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I have one as well. Love it. Too bad the car dock doesn't work with the case on. I hate having to take it off, but at least it's pretty easy.

ttran97 said:
I have one as well. Love it. Too bad the car dock doesn't work with the case on. I hate having to take it off, but at least it's pretty easy.
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Agree with you on all fronts, including car dock and easiness of taking the case off.
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Link?
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want a droid said:
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Was easy enough to find:
S-Line Ebay Case

For what it's worth, I got the black one, but I've heard better comments on the smoke one when I was doing my research.
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is the material that soft gel/rubber type? they look "sticky" lol how does it feel in the hand?

pretty cool looking, does it hold up?

is the inside rubber/silicon?

viceversa said:
is the material that soft gel/rubber type? they look "sticky" lol how does it feel in the hand?
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There seems to be 2 types of materials, 3 finishes.
On mine, the clearish part is a slightly-bendable hard plastic with the texture of what all of my matte hard plastic. Think the type of plastic that is one most power adapters (that aren't shiny) but add a slightly bendable aspect to it.
The black part on the back is shiny, slick, smooth, and more flexible. It's similar to silicon cases (what I can assume you mean by soft gel/rubber) but I think it's still different. It seems to be less "floppy" even though it is very bendable. The shiny black part seems to "stick" to certain surfaces (such as my desk and other hard/flat surfaces) but not to some that you would expect (it doesn't stick to my pockets at all and glides just fine across my clothing, car seat, and non-leather furniture - it might stick to leather, I don't know). The black part on the front appears to be the same material as the black part on the back, but with a matte finish. The result of the different finish is that it doesn't have the "stickiness" on much of any surface, yet still gives your hand a slight bit of grip beyond what the stock TBolt gives you.
Overall, the "feel in hand" is comfortable and it gives you extra grip but doesn't feel sticky or anything like that. Imagine going from a slick, hard-plastic phone to a phone with a rubberized body (like our TBolt has). Going from a naked TBolt to this case is kinda like taking that one step further. But in no way could I ever describe it as "feeling sticky" in my hand or pocket.

jblist90 said:
pretty cool looking, does it hold up?
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So it looks like/feels like it's not going to just fall apart or anything like that, if that's what you mean. I can't envision drops/dings or other daily use wearing it down.
The ONE concern that I have about it holding up is because it is made with two types of "plastic" (I don't know if it's plastic, silicon, rubber, or whatever, hence my quotes). I fear that if I take the case off and on a lot (for my car dock), that the joints of the two plastics might start to come apart. This is NOT based on any quality issues that I have seen so far, just a concern based on the fact that this wasn't produced in a single mold when it was melted down (this is coming from somebody with an engineering background).
I will be shocked, though, if I have a problem with this case in the next 6 months, and for $5, well, I'd say that's pretty damned good!

boristhebladexx said:
is the inside rubber/silicon?
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Read my post a couple posts up about the 2 different types of materials with 3 finishes. As best as I can tell, the inside is the same material as the outside. What this means is that 60% of it is the very flexible plastic while the clear part does cover ~40% of the back. I would expect the black part to offer more protection to a fall/bump than the clear part, and fortunately the black part covers most of the corners and edges. Still, I expect the clear part to offer more protection than a hard plastic case would.

Updated the OP with some photos. Perhaps they will help.

thanks for the detailed feedback!

This case will also fit into the Verizon holster/shell combo holster. You just can't use the VZW shell, but it'll slide into the holster. The fit is a little snug, but it works. I like to swap out this case with the VZW shell. This one provies more protection, but the VZW one is pretty cool too.
In case anybody was wondering, I got mine from this seller from China: http://goo.gl/62Fhx
It took something like 10 days to get to me, but I didn't mind since it cost less than a good burger.

Jaxidian said:
I just got my S-line case (black) from eBay and I love it. It adds very little bulk, seems like it will do a good job protecting my phone, and looks very nice.
Definitely worth the $5!
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Hey, thanks for the write up. I'm in Arizona and ordered one for $5 from a California seller. I should have it early next week.
Thanks again
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I ordered mine just before the thread was started and its my favorite case for my Thunderbolt. It looks so cool too!
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Well Done
$5 ARE YOU KIDDING ME? grrr I have the silicone case that I got from VZW for $15 and it's not even all that..
But I think all cases will add some bulk for for that price you cant go wrong. Great buy.

Might have to check this one out

Just a heads up, with this casr the phone fits like a champ in the holster of the shell/holster combo i got from VZW
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which metal bumper will be the best?

Taurus
Sweet armor
I found the power and volume buttons are improved to help people to press in sweet armor bumper, but taurus gives more alternative colours
Any suggestion???

hktony said:
Taurus
Sweet armor
I found the power and volume buttons are improved to help people to press in sweet armor bumper, but taurus gives more alternative colours
Any suggestion???
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I am using the Taurus Version, and Yellow. Love it.
The contour of the case and and design, fits like a GLOVE!!
andrew

Do these things actually protect well? I feel like the impact would be transferred to the device more so than a TPU/silicone case. Sure they look nice, but I don't feel like they are practical.

SugarySnack said:
Do these things actually protect well? I feel like the impact would be transferred to the device more so than a TPU/silicone case. Sure they look nice, but I don't feel like they are practical.
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When I got it, it was installed by a friend of mine, the in between the case and phone, have a silicone cushion build on the case. The phone do budge or move at all.
I guess the silicone cushion is made for shock absorption.

The Taurus looks nice but damn if they make that sweet one in Gunmetal gray I'm getting it!
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King Shady said:
The Taurus looks nice but damn if they make that sweet one in Gunmetal gray I'm getting it!
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same to me

King Shady said:
The Taurus looks nice but damn if they make that sweet one in Gunmetal gray I'm getting it!
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They do have the Gun Metal color!! But its Not Cheap tho, Ships from Korea, the Only Retailer.
http://www.toughracing.com/zc126d/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=199&zenid=43742098df8eaf4d97b929067a81cbcd
Got all sorts of Color!! Including GUN Metal!! Its worth it, I do not feel the extra Weight to it!!

Just want to know, is this taurus case can be fitted with SGP TOugh Case's Silicon Protector? Anyone ever try it?

aren't metal cases really bad for your phone? i heard it heats it up like no other.

dan80210 said:
aren't metal cases really bad for your phone? i heard it heats it up like no other.
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Something like Taurus isnt a full case but a bumper.
The battery cover isnt covered by metal, so it wont heat at all.

ekoandrew said:
They do have the Gun Metal color!! But its Not Cheap tho, Ships from Korea, the Only Retailer.
http://www.toughracing.com/zc126d/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=199&zenid=43742098df8eaf4d97b929067a81cbcd
Got all sorts of Color!! Including GUN Metal!! Its worth it, I do not feel the extra Weight to it!!
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I meant if Sweet Armor comes in Gunmetal lol! I know Tauras has gunmetal . thanks tho!

Anyone know where you can order the sweet armor one online? I can't seem to find it on google at all, might be using the wrong search codes though but still. I do like the gunmetal taurus one as well.
Also, how do the buttons feel on the taurus once applied?

Hey guys,
I was wondering with the case on, can you still take off the back cover? like sometimes the phone crashes and if you cant then it would suck !!

Looking to purchase a sweet armor one from Gmarket.
http://english.gmarket.co.kr/challenge/neo_goods/goods.asp?goodscode=216196087
but does this fit a international Samsung Galaxy S2?

that makes sense. i suppose that'll look pretty good

are they really made with metal?
i prefer the yellow one. it looks so cute.
but the blue one looks so cool. just like a robot~~

sophiemith said:
are they really made with metal?
i prefer the yellow one. it looks so cute.
but the blue one looks so cool. just like a robot~~
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yup made from aluminum. it will break easy if dropped, but it protect the cellphone

IIIPowerIII said:
yup made from aluminum. it will break easy if dropped, but it protect the cellphone
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break easy....it sounds like they are disposable...>.<

sophiemith said:
break easy....it sounds like they are disposable...>.<
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kinda like that But you shouldnt drop your phone anyway. Its better to break a 20-30$ bumper than a 600$ phone
I have a taurus one at the moment, if I drop it and it break, ill just go with a walnut one. Im using it because it fit with the 3200-3500mA battery. If I could get an otterbox for extended battery I would, but they wont make one

IIIPowerIII said:
kinda like that But you shouldnt drop your phone anyway. Its better to break a 20-30$ bumper than a 600$ phone
I have a taurus one at the moment, if I drop it and it break, ill just go with a walnut one. Im using it because it fit with the 3200-3500mA battery. If I could get an otterbox for extended battery I would, but they wont make one
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it's too big for me to use that battery~~~~ i like slim~~~

Case recommendations ?

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.

Reviews in accessories section .
jje

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

SonicReducer said:
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.

sinkingfish said:
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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[Q] Cheap case. Opinions?

Hey guys so I was searching on ebay for some nice cases.
Stumbled upon this one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blue-Black-...586830?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4166eb8b0e
Has anyone had any experience with these? Does it look good? I was thinking of ordering one. Let me know what you guys think

Blackleopord187 said:
Hey guys so I was searching on ebay for some nice cases.
Stumbled upon this one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blue-Black-...586830?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4166eb8b0e
Has anyone had any experience with these? Does it look good? I was thinking of ordering one. Let me know what you guys think
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For an inexpensive case I think its fine. The novelty of having a stylus is a bonus. There are other hybrids out there for less if you keep looking. This one while lacking the color you may be interested in, would be another option.

ToStymiedBoar said:
For an inexpensive case I think its fine. The novelty of having a stylus is a bonus. There are other hybrids out there for less if you keep looking. This one while lacking the color you may be interested in, would be another option.
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I have that case, the paint has already begun chipping off the edges of the grill and there is a crack by the charging port after about a month of use.

i have that style case. i like the bulged up corners which protects great in falls, and the lip is pretty good sized amount so if it falls face down it doesnt really scratch. i put it in my pocket and it doesnt slip off due to the hard case around the rubber. i do recommend it. i got this case to match my grabber blue mustang gt :laugh:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blue-TPU-S-...254205?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item20cc48757d
I like the Sline design. Makes it feel like it was made for Samsung phones.

ToStymiedBoar said:
For an inexpensive case I think its fine. The novelty of having a stylus is a bonus. There are other hybrids out there for less if you keep looking. This one while lacking the color you may be interested in, would be another option.
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I actually already have that case! Its really nice. But I was looking for a new one, it has to be blue