Hello,
I have now a TPU case that is OK, but has a serious problem. When on a table and a notification rings, for a reasonable volume, I can hear it. It looks like the sound is trapped by the case and the table.
Do you know of any case which have any kind of knob that let the sound going out? I know there are cases for other phones that has one knob in each corner, so the phone stand in the surface like a table with very short legs.
Fer
Could you attach a picture or a link to the case?To be honest, lg kinda made a mistake with the position of the speaker.Why?because of the flat back,when you put the phone on a flath surface,it's blocking the speaker,so you won't be able to hear it loud and clear. Same happens with the case.I also have a silicon case and facing kinda the same issues
kimitza said:
Could you attach a picture or a link to the case?To be honest, lg kinda made a mistake with the position of the speaker.Why?because of the flat back,when you put the phone on a flath surface,it's blocking the speaker,so you won't be able to hear it loud and clear. Same happens with the case.I also have a silicon case and facing kinda the same issues
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This is my current cheap case: http://img.tvc-mall.com/uploads/details/EPC-E973-01-1.jpg
This is Otterbox case for LGOG with I suspect has a knob in the speaker: http://cdn-store.crackberry.com/store_images/product_images/accessories/large/13117.jpg
And here is the nexus 4 ringke fusion case with has one little knob in each corner: http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8511/8525173164_4d64efe089_z.jpg
I have read in a spanish forum that there are people who has put a sticky in order to stand up a little the phone, so the sound can go out with clarity, but that sound to me like a dirty solution.
I continue looking for the perfect case
Same silicon as mine.Yep,no doubt,it's more like a design error.i always place my phone upside down or i'm looking for an uneven surface
kimitza said:
Same silicon as mine.Yep,no doubt,it's more like a design error.i always place my phone upside down or i'm looking for an uneven surface
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Well, I think is a flaw in design, but most phone makers are putting the speaker in the back. I only know of some HTC models which has in the front, and I think iPhone has in on the sides. It is more common that it appears.
I have put a bit of imagination and make a little workaround. I will see about it. Hope it will last. See the pictures:
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/833/slbi.jpg/
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/59/6rr5.jpg/
clonfsp said:
I have put a bit of imagination and make a little workaround. I will see about it. Hope it will last. See the pictures:
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/833/slbi.jpg/
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/59/6rr5.jpg/
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hah, this is one funny "ghetto" workaround, but as long as it works for you and you're not worried about the looks its fine
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I was contacted to give my thought on this case..and well here they are.
The case is very well made. Its like a rubber build and it feels really good. Its got good grip on it. So good that sometimes i cant take it out of my pants pocket. It doesnt really get to hot even when the phone is hot. It has power and volume buttons build into the case so it makes it easier to lock and unlock the phone,as well as turn up the volume. I really like it. And the price is only 17 bucks. I say its worth it. It fits like a glove and doesnt cover any of the microphones either.
http://cgi.ebay.com/HTC-Thunderbolt...ccessories&hash=item3f099a8379#ht_10228wt_982
If u have any questions about it, feel free to post them here.
-Ben
I got a case similar to this that has that same strip underneath the earpiece speaker. I've found it hard to drag down the notification bar when cases have one of these.
GeekDrop said:
I got a case similar to this that has that same strip underneath the earpiece speaker. I've found it hard to drag down the notification bar when cases have one of these.
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I disagree with the notification bar dragging issue. I have the ringke case and think it's fantastic. The feel is a little different than I was expecting, but overall I'm very satisfied. It was only $10 with a coupon I found online.
Yeah i can see where that could be a problem but it hasnt really bothered me.
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I have posted this previously:
The strip under the earspeaker covers the light sensor, therefore, while on calls, the screen will not turn off automatically.
I contacted Ringke about this a couple of months ago. They responded right away, and informed me they would look into it. I have never heard back from them since.
I went ahead and cut the piece off. It is structurally useless.
One benefit of keeping the strip might be that the lights on the soft-keys at the bottom of the bolt always stay lit when the screen is on.
Other than that, it is a nice case and fits the bolt well. My only other gripe is that the sides are not as sturdy as on the same case for the itouch.
docabe said:
I have posted this previously:
The strip under the earspeaker covers the light sensor, therefore, while on calls, the screen will not turn off automatically.
I contacted Ringke about this a couple of months ago. They responded right away, and informed me they would look into it. I have never heard back from them since.
I went ahead and cut the piece off. It is structurally useless.
One benefit of keeping the strip might be that the lights on the soft-keys at the bottom of the bolt always stay lit when the screen is on.
Other than that, it is a nice case and fits the bolt well. My only other gripe is that the sides are not as sturdy as on the same case for the itouch.
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Yeah im not experiencing this problem either. Maybe it was the first couple runs? idk
I've had my ringke case now since the day I
received my thunderbolt. I've been very
pleased w/ the quality and fitment of it.
I haven't experienced any issues w/ the
strip causing the screen to not turning off.
I contacted support and asked if they would
be producing a similar case to fit the extended
battery but they said no :/ i think if they did
then I would go ahead and jump for the extended
battery.
Thanks alot. More tbolt users are gonna click that link than iphone users. Hope you get a one day ban.
Sent from my ThunderBolt using XDA Premium App
WARNING!!!!
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Here ya go buddy.
http://tiny.cc/ibJUN
I worked hard on making that video for you.
And just to let you know, your ad hominem argument is an improper use of the Latin phrase. If you may have noticed, I stated that I have no issues with the screen not turning off and then proceeded to bash you and your Apple fanboy. I wasn't trying to undermine your statement by directly attacking you. My statement simply concluded that I think you're wrong based on my experience with the case.
Regardless, I laugh at you for thinking I work for Ringke or received a free case. Please note, I would never accept a job as a blue-collar worker.
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To others reading this, please do not click on the link. This member has decided to spam people.
You are quite IMMATURE.
As I previously stated, I am not an apple fanchild. I use an ipod touch as the organization I work for uses apple based products to run their medical software.
Also, if you check the other forums (as I previously informed you), you will see that all of my self-purchased electronics are android based (Xoom, DINC2, OGDROID, Thunderbolt).
Finally, you most certainly did employ ad-hominem. It is a fallacy of relevance. It is any kind of argument that criticizes an idea by pointing something out about the people who hold the idea rather than directly addressing the merits of the idea. As you admitted, you attacked me personally in order to discredit my point about the case, rather than prove your point.
Go back to school, and learn to be respectful and kind to others. Shame on you.
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Thanks alot. More tbolt users are gonna click that link than iphone users. Hope you get a one day ban.
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No they won't
what exactly did that link do b/c I have tendency to highlight stuff as I read it and it it opened. Then opened out look express but I don't have an email and my Anti virus popped something up to let me remove it. Just want to make sure my pc is clean.
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No they won't
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Thanks u sir!!
Anyone have a solution on how to make sure this headset stays on? It functions well, but comes off way too easily...
neverwinter said:
Anyone have a solution on how to make sure this headset stays on? It functions well, but comes off way too easily...
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What Is this and Why the thread lol!
Xperia4life said:
What Is this and Why the thread lol!
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It is a bluetooth headset, hence the post in the "Accessories".
As to the OP, I don't have one, so I can't truly comment. I used to have problems with my old BT headset sitting correctly (broke the ear clip two times because it didn't fit well over my huge ears). However Bluetooth earpieces are often very hit or miss for fitting well. Possibly change the little ear-canal mold-coupler piece (the silicone part where the speaker fits into your ear)? If the fit of the ear clip is loose, you also might consider using some Sugru (is a type of modders' silicone putty that cures fairly quickly) to mod it to be a bit thicker in the spots that don't hold well. Would increase the grippiness as well as modify the shape to fit you better.
Hi,
I'm thinking of getting a GNII. Since it's pretty big, I'll probably be using it while laying it on a flat surface.
Watching this review, I got a bit worried:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=VdsMwGWvhO4#t=205s
Doe anyone else's GNII behave like that? if so, is it very noticeable/annoying?
Thanks.
Yes, they all do it if they are bare. The speaker grill has a raised hump on it so that is not touching the desk so the sound on speaker phone isn't muted.
It's a design feature not a fault.
The video reviewer is a fud if he didn't realise that.
Sent from my Samsung Note II.
Tomo1971 said:
Yes, they all do it if they are bare. The speaker grill has a raised hump on it so that is not touching the desk so the sound on speaker phone isn't muted.
It's a design feature not a fault.
The video reviewer is a fud if he didn't realise that.
Sent from my Samsung Note II.
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Thanks for that info.
So the more import question is, is it noticeable or annoying? Will I be able to live with it?
With a nice dual layer case, it sits flat and has no wobbles.
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I have mine in one case or another so don't notice it but I could see if could be annoying if you had your phone flat on a table and you are typing on it.
Realistically though would it not be in a case? Even the thinist of cases would hide it.
But then you won't hear the speaker as well
Sent from my Samsung Note II.
Yeah, I guess you're right. I think I'll also be getting a case when I get my GNII.
Thanks guy
definitely not slim, and not cheap, but I've been very happy with this case for my N7-2012.
http://www.thesnugg.com/tablet-case...ather-case-cover-and-flip-stand-in-black.aspx
Will post once I get mine (pre-orders claim to ship Aug 23).
I got my Snugg case today...
what I like: they moved the loop for the stylus (not that I use it) away from blocking the USB port (as it did on the N7 2012 version of the case).
But alas, the case I got is a big fail. Open the case, the N7 turns on.. as you expect... and then when you finish folding the cover back behind the N7... that same magnet has enough pull to turn the N7 right back off
all you have to do is fold the cover back behind and slide it back and forth a little. I never had this problem with my N7(2012)+Snugg.
So I'm returning my case. Maybe they'll get the kinks worked out in a future batch.
EDIT: similar to the 2012 case, I do wish they made it a bit easier to reach the power/volume buttons.. the cut-out on the Poetic slimline is MUCH better for that.
EDIT2: Snugg is sending a replacement.. we'll see if its any better.
EDIT3: the comedy continues.. the replacement they sent was a red iPad case... not much good that will do... have emailed them again and waiting to hear back.
Got my replacement case.. same issue.... so I decided to do a little surgery...
I removed the stitching from 3 of the 4 sides around the tan Snugg logo, and peeled it back. Under that was a layer of light brown tape/paper.. I used a nife to scrape that back, and under that was a magnet which resembles a button battery... maybe 2/3 the diameter of a dime (US).
I used 2 pair of pliers to attempt to snap it in half.. it was fairly brittle, do I ended up with 4 pieces of different sizes.. I 1st tried the largest piece.. maybe ~50% of the original magnet... put it back in place, piece of electrical tape over, and tucked the logo back in place... still saw the problem.
So then I swapped that piece for the 2nd largest (maybe 1/4 of the original magnet).. and so far that seems to be doing the trick. Seems to open reliably from the front, and is NOT detected (knock wood) when the cover is folded to the rear.
I'll give it a few more days, then add some glue to secure the stitching I removed and call it a win.
I've emailed Snugg about this, but so far they are saying "we haven't had any other complaints".. I dunno, since I got one of the 1st cases they made for N7v2, I think that is a premature assessment on their part.
At this point, I hope I have the case I wanted.
RickySmith said:
Well Snugg is a nice case but I dont like that stylus space there...because I dont like to use stylus and more over that space will be more irritating one rather than being useful.....on comparison it with black leather portfolio case...i find that portfolio one is much better...as A case or a cover is a product that should be for the care of tab properly so i prefer that one over snugg...almost same price..but quality of leather portfolio case is much better...but its my personal experience i would say.....
Thanks....
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The stylus loop was at the bottom, blocking the USB port on their case for N7-2012.. they moved it to the top for N7-2013 (so it doesn't block anything now).. I don't use a stylus either, but it stays out of the way for me.
Snugg replied to my email, saying they have now gotten other complaints and are making an adjustment to the magnets in the case. Will be sending a revised case once it is ready.
RickySmith said:
Well Snugg is a nice case but I dont like that stylus space there...because I dont like to use stylus and more over that space will be more irritating one rather than being useful.....on comparison it with black leather portfolio case...i find that portfolio one is much better...as A case or a cover is a product that should be for the care of tab properly so i prefer that one over snugg...almost same price..but quality of leather portfolio case is much better...but its my personal experience i would say.....
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took a look at the link... I had a case like that for my Touchpad.. never again... I much prefer the Snugg style/functionality... I've had the N7-2012 version for almost a year.. zero fraying... it still is like-new. 2 others in the family have Snugg cases for different tablets, and they've had no issues either. *Other* than this current magnet issue (allegedly being fixed in a new batch of cases), I've seen nothing to suggest Snugg cases are anything but top quality, equal or better than any other "leather" case I've owned over the span of several tablets.
but the nice thing about this is that everyone likes a different style case, and there's something out there for just about everyone at every price point.
I got my rev2 case.. they did more than just fix the magnet... the inside cut-outs are different, and most importantly, they did a carve out around the power and volume buttons, making those much more accessible.
Oh, and by dumb luck, I figured out that the stylus loop can easily tuck in behind your N7, so it's totally out of the way (even tho it didn't bother me anyway).
and the magnet strength seems fixed now.
All in all I can now call this a very good case.
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I got my rev2 case.. they did more than just fix the magnet... the inside cut-outs are different, and most importantly, they did a carve out around the power and volume buttons, making those much more accessible.
Oh, and by dumb luck, I figured out that the stylus loop can easily tuck in behind your N7, so it's totally out of the way (even tho it didn't bother me anyway).
and the magnet strength seems fixed now.
All in all I can now call this a very good case.
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Just saw the update on the rev2 case, right after I got done talking to Snugg. The lady at first hesitated, checked with her supervisor then came back. Said they had similar issues and it was fixed, new cases would be aent out to thoae affected meaning you muat first complain to get a replacement. My issues were bad fit, camera slightly blocked front and back. Buttons impossible to find, edge was curled badly, left aide of screen slightly covered, and just now typing this response my magnet kicked my screen off! Just goto Snugg's website and click the chat link they will send out a case once they verify your order number with them or amazon. Glad to hear the updated case looks more like the picture on their website. Waiting for mine now.
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Just saw the update on the rev2 case, right after I got done talking to Snugg. The lady at first hesitated, checked with her supervisor then came back. Said they had similar issues and it was fixed, new cases would be aent out to thoae affected meaning you muat first complain to get a replacement. My issues were bad fit, camera slightly blocked front and back. Buttons impossible to find, edge was curled badly, left aide of screen slightly covered, and just now typing this response my magnet kicked my screen off! Just goto Snugg's website and click the chat link they will send out a case once they verify your order number with them or amazon. Glad to hear the updated case looks more like the picture on their website. Waiting for mine now.
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hmm.. just looked at the website.. their pic looks like the original rev for N7-2013... the one I got has cutouts above and below the screen ~3/4 the width of the display... vs. their pic show just a cutout for the front facing camera.
EDIT: FWIW I have NO idea why the new cutouts above/below the screen were done this way. the other changes they made, make sense to me.
OMG, what the crap case!
Hey all,
Recently received my Z3 compact and am loving it. The only slight niggle I have is with the case manufacturers, are there any cases similar to that of the official iPhone 6 (many apologies, I am unable to post a link just yet)
I liked the look of some slim cases, for example the terrapin hybrid, however the cut outs on the top left side of these cases leave the phone very exposed (i would much rather it be fully covered, apart from the magnetic charging port) and not structurally sound. I own the case-mate tough and the top left side is weak.
So I am curious if there are any cases out there that offer the quality and look of the iPhone 6 case mentioned above, not to mention the feel too. Whilst I am really happy with the Z3 compact, the 6's design sits in the hand well.
Many thanks guys!
http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00MNBGJM2?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
That's the one I use... the name really fits... it feels like "barely there". Additionally it allows the charging at the official docking station without problems. And it in general just feels good I have to say.
tomcatoggo said:
http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00MNBGJM2?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
That's the one I use... the name really fits... it feels like "barely there". Additionally it allows the charging at the official docking station without problems. And it in general just feels good I have to say.
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ah thanks for the reply! my only issue with case mate is the exposed side. i have the other one, and it makes the top corner unstructured/weak.. other than that it'd be perfect
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ah thanks for the reply! my only issue with case mate is the exposed side. i have the other one, and it makes the top corner unstructured/weak.. other than that it'd be perfect
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hm... don't know... to me it really feels stable even though that one corner is kinda exposed... but nevertheless it doesn't bend or get off at all. At least I was quite impressed with it
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hm... don't know... to me it really feels stable even though that one corner is kinda exposed... but nevertheless it doesn't bend or get off at all. At least I was quite impressed with it
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ah sounds like the barely there case is better than the tough one. still, i am a bit hesitant to purchase from them again after feeling let down by the quality of their other case...
Gabriel_G said:
ah sounds like the barely there case is better than the tough one. still, i am a bit hesitant to purchase from them again after feeling let down by the quality of their other case...
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Understandable. But I also have to say, that people do feel differently about stability / product quality etc.
E.g. some people complain, that when you press against 1 corner of this case, you hear some "creaking" noises... and I can confirm that in general. But the point to me is, that in my usage (and I think I can honestly call me a power user) I just don't get to create that sound... so this doesn't matter to me. For me the pros are:
- stable (dropped already a few times.. absolutely no visible damage neither to phone nor case)
- super slim (charging in dock still perfectly possible)
- simple black color (I don't like fancy stuff)
- perfect material... never slipped in my hands even the tinyest bit
i'm using this one
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/14145974...49&var=440608711090&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT