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Is there any case similar to the otterbox, only not quite so big?

Icarusfixius said:
Is there any case similar to the otterbox, only not quite so big?
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Yes, except there a little different. the designs are very similar though.
Armor Case is made by chinese manufacturers but they are available in alot more colors than what Otterbox offers.
the holster and design of the case are nearly identical to the Defender case
Here's all the cases (nearly all of them anyway) all on one site.
http://www.daydeal.com/home.php?cat=5431
And here's a bunch more on eBay for cheap
http://compare.ebay.com/like/200614354586?var=lv&ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar&_lwgsi=y

I personally love my black aegis case

I got a Body Glove off Amazon for $12. Very happy with it. Good compromise between bulk and protection. That, and a pack of 5 screen protectors for $6-7.

I used to have a trident case on my EVO smaller than otterbox and still very protective and also had pet screen, it was perfect, I read on another thread, their website just started making them for the thunderbolt. That's what I'm gonna order for my next case.
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http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52987&cat=5431
Looks just like an Otterbox! Wow...ordering now to test the build quality.

Seidio........ awesome cases..... 3 different options, Surface, Active, Convert

When I use a case, I just use the quick snap on Seidio case. Seems to do the trick.

sklobopes said:
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52987&cat=5431
Looks just like an Otterbox! Wow...ordering now to test the build quality.
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I was thinking about doing the same thing. I looked around for reviews on these, but could not find any. Can you check back when you get it and let us know what you think?? Thanks

Yea, I'll post a pic review of the case. For only 13.57 + shipping for a essentially a Otterbox without the logo on the back is pretty good if you ask me.... Ill be getting it in in about 5 days.
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Spigen Ultra Hybrid vs. Rearth Ringke Fusion Review (Video+Pictures!)

I got both of them, haven't seen anyone else do a comparison video, so here's the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0I_-HTjxQ0
I apologize ahead of time for the um's...public speaking isn't my thing.
Here is an album of the Spigen Ultra Hybrid case: http://imgur.com/a/CM5zW
Here is an album of the Rearth Ringke Fusion case: http://imgur.com/a/AR8vh
Feel free to ask any questions, I'll be happy to answer them.

tmhiott said:
I got both of them, haven't seen anyone else do a comparison video, so here's the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0I_-HTjxQ0
I apologize ahead of time for the um's...public speaking isn't my thing.
Here is an album of the Spigen Ultra Hybrid case: http://imgur.com/a/CM5zW
Here is an album of the Rearth Ringke Fusion case: http://imgur.com/a/AR8vh
Feel free to ask any questions, I'll be happy to answer them.
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I was watching this earlier when I did a YouTube search. When I saw the design for the Fusion and Ultra Hybrid, I was immediately attracted to the Ultra Hybrid. The Fusion looks a bit too round for me, which is a shame since I loved the Fusion case for the Nexus 4.

great review, thanks
edit: i think your spigen case might be ok, you might just have to peel off the plastic in the front and back just like the ringke.

Good review
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Thanks for the review seems like Spigen was the right choice.
waxlabo said:
great review, thanks
edit: i think your spigen case might be ok, you might just have to peel off the plastic in the front and back just like the ringke.
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I was also going to ask this, did you actually remove the plastic films on the Spigen one? because it doesn't have a message like the Ringke to remove it but they're there and I'm almost certain you didn't remove them because when you were comparing them it looked hazy.

Does the Ringke come with an option for a solid black back instead of clear?

bmstrong said:
Does the Ringke come with an option for a solid black back instead of clear?
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Nope. That would be the Slim series but thats another case.

Damn I thought the Ultra hybrid would be about the same size as the Fusion... I like smaller cause my hands are not large. Unfortunately I order an ultra hybrid if I would have seen this before that I would have bought the Fusion! Anyone want to buy my Ultra hybrid?? lol it hasnt come in yet but idk I may need to sell it and buy the fusion instead..lol

daLareid said:
Thanks for the review seems like Spigen was the right choice.
I was also going to ask this, did you actually remove the plastic films on the Spigen one? because it doesn't have a message like the Ringke to remove it but they're there and I'm almost certain you didn't remove them because when you were comparing them it looked hazy.
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He posted on the Reddit thread that he did in fact forget to peel off the front screen protector on the case. Afterwards, the scratches were gone.

Xodus22 said:
He posted on the Reddit thread that he did in fact forget to peel off the front screen protector on the case. Afterwards, the scratches were gone.
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That's what I thought, thanks for the update.

I thought mine was scratched too, but you need to peal both the front and back protectors off.

I have both as well. The Spigen is higher quality, but the Rearth is slightly smaller and much more comfortable to hold due to the rounded edges. Also the buttons are easier to press on the Rearth.
So far I have all the Spigen cases and the Rearth and I really don't like any of them. I have a Supcase and a Diztronic on their way. Having a PITA time finding a decent case for this thing. I know I'll like the Diztronic, but I am really, really hoping UAG comes out with a case for us (they likely won't).

_MetalHead_ said:
I have both as well. The Spigen is higher quality, but the Rearth is slightly smaller and much more comfortable to hold due to the rounded edges. Also the buttons are easier to press on the Rearth.
So far I have all the Spigen cases and the Rearth and I really don't like any of them. I have a Supcase and a Diztronic on their way. Having a PITA time finding a decent case for this thing. I know I'll like the Diztronic, but I am really, really hoping UAG comes out with a case for us (they likely won't).
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I'm with you. So far I tried the neo hybrid and the ultra thin, and they are not floating my boat. I also have the supcase and diztronic coming(diztronic arriving today), and will report back once I get the two and compare them.
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ethantarheels123 said:
I'm with you. So far I tried the neo hybrid and the ultra thin, and they are not floating my boat. I also have the supcase and diztronic coming(diztronic arriving today), and will report back once I get the two and compare them.
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Yeah my Diztronic is being delivered today too. The Diztronic is pretty much a sure bet but it's TPU, so it is what it is. It'll do until I find a better case.

It's like you went back to 1985 and flimed that video. Thanks for the video, very informative!

ethantarheels123 said:
I'm with you. So far I tried the neo hybrid and the ultra thin, and they are not floating my boat. I also have the supcase and diztronic coming(diztronic arriving today), and will report back once I get the two and compare them.
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THANK YOU I am waiting for what you say because I too dont like the ULTRA

_MetalHead_ said:
Yeah my Diztronic is being delivered today too. The Diztronic is pretty much a sure bet but it's TPU, so it is what it is. It'll do until I find a better case.
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Diztronic is one of those tried and true cases. If only they made a version where the front lip isn't glossy
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ethantarheels123 said:
Diztronic is one of those tried and true cases. If only they made a version where the front lip isn't glossy
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Yep, agreed completely.
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just got my diztronic. give me a few minutes to gather some thoughts about it.
Edit: Alright. First off, it looks very nice and sleek, and it definitely does not add as much size as the neo hybrid did (that thing literally gave the N5 the height and width of a Note 3). Fit and finish is OK, not quite as good as sgp or even the older Diztronic cases I remember having on my ATT One X. There is a little bit of flash at the bottom edge under the charging port, so if you usually rest your pinky near the charging port, you will feel a little bit of sharpness. Other than that, the case is pretty formfitting. The buttons actually have a nice click feedback, and it doesn't feel like the case is constantly putting pressure on the buttons when they are not pressed, which is VERY good thing and something I cannot say for most cases. Overall, a solid case, and definitely knocked the neo hybrid away. Waiting for the Supcase for further comparison and judgement.

so it seems that the diztronic wins over spigen and spigen wins over ringke fusion....hmm..
i wonder why no one here mentioned the slim armor from spigen...with all the differences of opinion and no seemingly "excellent" case out there (and with slim armor my preferred one ahving button problems) i dont know what to do ! please do post your reviews people specially if you have multiple cases and which one you like best

Copy of official bumper case?

I am looking for a case like the official bumper case.
Is there anything like that? I want something soft since it obviously offers the most protection during a drop. But the only one I know so far is that Cruzerlite Bugdroid, but that pattern on the back makes it look so cheap, doesn't work with the phone at all. I'd just like something minimalistic like the phone. The official one is great but since it's rather expensive I'm looking for alternatives.

Spigen Neo Hybrid. Looks great and feels good in my hand.
Stay away from the Spigen Silent Armor though. That one has many problems with the power button alignment

We're just gonna have to wait like we did with the Nexus 4 bumper replicas.
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I have tried the Spigen Neo Hybrid in Champagne Gold. It looks really fantastic, the protection is very solid. It just added a bit too much bulk for my taste and I will receive the bumper case next week to compare it with.

Thanks for the infos on the Spigen ones! I am looking for something more simple though. They feel so overly designed to me, I really would like something completely minimalistic, just like the original case.
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I don't know anything about the Nexus 4, so you are saying there will be clones of the official case?

gloppe said:
Thanks for the infos on the Spigen ones! I am looking for something more simple though. They feel so overly designed to me, I really would like something completely minimalistic, just like the original case.
@FatalityBoyZahy
I don't know anything about the Nexus 4, so you are saying there will be clones of the official case?
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There seems to be a popular consensus around the Diztronic crowd.

FatalityBoyZahy said:
We're just gonna have to wait like we did with the Nexus 4 bumper replicas.
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They were never as good as the OEM ones though, and I had both with my N4. OEM ftw (albeit very expensive!)

FatalityBoyZahy said:
We're just gonna have to wait like we did with the Nexus 4 bumper replicas.
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I think the replicas is out again. Check this out:-
http://amzn.com/B00HRR0FEK
There's even a blue color version. I wonder if anyone else had ordered these?

Found today this one,but dont know much about quallity:
http://www.amazon.com/Adopted-Bumper-Case-Nexus-Packaging/dp/B00GY203DC/ref=pd_rhf_ee_p_d_2
I wait for now,just ordered Ringke Fusion,and want to see how it is first.

Amo_rphis said:
Found today this one,but dont know much about quallity:
http://www.amazon.com/Adopted-Bumper-Case-Nexus-Packaging/dp/B00GY203DC/ref=pd_rhf_ee_p_d_2
I wait for now,just ordered Ringke Fusion,and want to see how it is first.
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I thinks this one is the original one as it's selling $35 too, the replica one it's only $14 after discount. How's the Ringke Fusion?

EddyOS said:
They were never as good as the OEM ones though, and I had both with my N4. OEM ftw (albeit very expensive!)
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Who knows for the Nexus 5 bumper case though. Maybe the replicas will be better given the staining and peeling problems that you hear a bunch about with the OEM bumper case.
Here's an example of the peeling. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5oEj4hJsd0

mmmmBACON said:
Who knows for the Nexus 5 bumper case though. Maybe the replicas will be better given the staining and peeling problems that you hear a bunch about with the OEM bumper case.
Here's an example of the peeling. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5oEj4hJsd0
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Couldn't agree more with the staining, Got a gray one from Play Store and was stained within a week. Was planning to reorder a black one and now I think I'll wait for reviews of the Shenit version.

I ordered a red one looks like it will be a good month or so before it comes in... I'll give you guys a review when it comes in.
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Nexus 5 black bumper case original
Dont buy original, after paying such a handsome amount you will end up with a case which has not a perfect fit, which happened in my case atleast. The lower of the case is not hugging the phone unlike the other sides

revolve82 said:
I thinks this one is the original one as it's selling $35 too, the replica one it's only $14 after discount. How's the Ringke Fusion?
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Im using the ringke fusion atm and im rly satisfied! Only thing i dont like is that the headphone hole is to small for some of the jacks....
I can upload a picture if you like...

i-Blason Candygel Hybrid TPU [Mini-Review]

I got the i-Blason over the weekend and when I came into the office, I had a package waiting for me. It was the case that is kinda confusing to clarify because it's mixed in with other cases on Amazon. To clarify what I wanted, I went straight to the horses mouth and ordered it directly from i-Blason for $7.99USD+shipping.
http://www.i-blason.com/candygel-hybrid-tpu-hard-clear-case-for-google-nexus-5.html
The case, which is tpu is much more malleable/softer than the Spigen Ultra Hybrid. Also the i-Blason is very tpu-ish on it's lip unlike the Spigen UH, where the Spigen is ultra stiff.
When unpackaging the Candygel tpu, I also noticed that the case "looked" smaller than the Spigen UH. And when I was about to put it on, I said to myself, this doesn't look like it's going to fit! LOL. Glad I was wrong.
The case fit like a bodyglove. LOL I mean the case lip is very flexible and forgiving. And keep in mind I have a Spigen screen protector as well so I had to make sure that didn't come up. And thankfully, it did not. :good:
I have been using it and playing with it for a while and I have to say it's a pretty good case! The buttons are there, allbeit, covered, but the buttons now have feedback, compared to the Spigen UH. The volume buttons are also fine as well.
The ONLY fault I can find thus far is that on the bottom of the case has a scuff mark that was most likely done from the molding process, which I can forgive. It doesn't hinder the use of the case, it isn't sharp or uncomfortable because of it. I can even see it, but I know it's there. And I know I'll forget about it on day to day usage. The cut outs on the speaker aren't the best, but it's tpu and again, it isn't horrible, but I can notice it lol. The mic holes are perfectly exposed and just to note, the micro sim tray are covered. The clear back is why I got it. I can sport my dbrand white CF as well, where the other options before were the Spigen UH and Ringke fusion.
For the price, I can recommend this. and plays well with the Spigen screen protector thus far. The TPU makes the phone more form fitting and seems a tad smaller in holding it in my hands.
Anyways, here are some pics...enjoy! Oh and feel free to ask any questions or if you want pics at different angle and stuff like that.

How much bulk does this case add, in terms of height and width and also the thickness of the phone? I've been looking for a slim case to use with my dbrand skin as well, and I've been eyeing this one up.
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It's thinner compared to the spigen ultra hybrid if that helps. It's like a tpu case thickness. Meaning not very thick.
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its really looking much better than the spigen ultra hybrid....quite impressive one with the look wise....I would say that would be going to be a nice choice to go for.....

Does the clear back attracts fingers smudges and oil? I have a crystal Spigen ultra fit and I hate that about it.
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Theberge43 said:
Does the clear back attracts fingers smudges and oil? I have a crystal Spigen ultra fit and I hate that about it.
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I want to say it's actually a bit better than the Spigen UH when it comes to the fingerprint magnet. But saying that, you have to take into account that I have a WHITE cf. That makes the fingerprints invisible and barely visible. But if you hold it at an angle, I can see some, but not as bad as the Spigen UH.

I just ordered a clone on ebay that looks to be exactly the same for $6 shipped from china. I went with ebay one cause there's no branding on it!!

aznchillin said:
I just ordered a clone on ebay that looks to be exactly the same for $6 shipped from china. I went with ebay one cause there's no branding on it!!
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LOL I don't mind the branding. If it bugged me, I can use goo gone or fingernail polish remover to remove it. But please let us know how that one fares. It should be similar, they all are lol.

aznchillin said:
I just ordered a clone on ebay that looks to be exactly the same for $6 shipped from china. I went with ebay one cause there's no branding on it!!
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Can you provide a link, shipping to Canada from I Blason is 15 $, which is ludacris.

Theberge43 said:
Can you provide a link, shipping to Canada from I Blason is 15 $, which is ludacris.
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Comes in clear, white, or black
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hybri-Flex-.../171175783257?ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:C:US:3160

aznchillin said:
Comes in clear, white, or black
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hybri-Flex-.../171175783257?ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:C:US:3160
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Thanks, ordered a white one.

Found another cheap one as well:
eBay item number:171177115078

mmedei9 said:
Found another cheap one as well:
eBay item number:171177115078
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Only in black and mediocre feedback for a power seller in my opinion (98.8%), but it's cheaper if you're in need for the black!

aznchillin said:
Comes in clear, white, or black
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hybri-Flex-.../171175783257?ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:C:US:3160
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Tell me how it goes P:
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Great review,
That clear back with the white carbon fiber skin under looks very nice!!
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Theberge43 said:
Does the clear back attracts fingers smudges and oil? I have a crystal Spigen ultra fit and I hate that about it.
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What about scratches ? I just got a Tech21 case for my Nexus 5 and only had a few days and I can already see scratches building up. I am going to return it tomorrow. It does have a clear back which is what I was looking for. Thanks

DarkAce22 said:
What about scratches ? I just got a Tech21 case for my Nexus 5 and only had a few days and I can already see scratches building up. I am going to return it tomorrow. It does have a clear back which is what I was looking for. Thanks
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Well you will eventually get scrathes. I have a white backing on my phone so you cannot see them at all. But looking at it without the phone in it, yes you can see scratches.

Looking for first case

Hey guys.
I just bought a black nexus 5 and I am looking for a case.
I come from an iPhone, which has a LOT of case offer xD
So I was just wondering which cases do you guys personally use and which ones would you recommend.
I don't know if this is the right place to post this, so I apologize in advance :-/

J.Diogo said:
Hey guys.
I just bought a black nexus 5 and I am looking for a case.
I come from an iPhone, which has a LOT of case offer xD
So I was just wondering which cases do you guys personally use and which ones would you recommend.
I don't know if this is the right place to post this, so I apologize in advance :-/
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I personally use the zerolemon battery case its amazing.
When I'm at home I use my spigen slim armor.
Both are great. The ultra hybrid isn't very good due to dust getting in the case

I like the fact that the spigen slim armor has the tow parts that you can change, its pretty cool!!
Thanks for your answer.

I use the tech 21 impactology case. Doesn't look like much but its probably saved my N5 2 dozen times already.

Beauenheim said:
I personally use the zerolemon battery case its amazing.
When I'm at home I use my spigen slim armor.
Both are great. The ultra hybrid isn't very good due to dust getting in the case
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The older version used to allow dust getting in.
I have the "updated" model, pretty much air-tight.
Only downside is the shiny back, but I love my case! :angel:

I bought a "Ringke Slim case" in white off Amazon UK. Very nice fit, but get the rubberised version. The white one is as slippy as a bar of soap :silly: Other than that, a case for a bargain price, with a great fit and overall quality!

I really like my black wallet case. :good:

here's mine fits and feels great
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/SGP-...r-LG-Google-Nexus-5-D820-D821/1846356319.html

I use a black ballistic case. It's not as huge as an otter box defender but more protective than a commuter
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spigen slim armor or spigen ultra fit
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I use a Spigen Ultra Hybrid. This thing has amazing drop protection while not making your phone look like a brick

FLASHMINATOR said:
here's mine fits and feels great
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/SGP-...r-LG-Google-Nexus-5-D820-D821/1846356319.html
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hey, are the buttons "clicky" with that bumper?

th3xeroeagle said:
hey, are the buttons "clicky" with that bumper?
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I don't know what u mean but anyways u can easily click the buttons no issues at all

I use http://www.rearthusa.com/google-nexus-5-slim-pc-hard-case
It's slim,light and dosen't bulk up the phone.Love it!