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Has anyone tried this case yet?
http://www.handhelditems.com/samsung-i897-captivate-flexi-skin-case-black-p-143869.html
It states that it is a TPU case. And, it doesn't appear to have any patterns of any kind. If you have ordered one, let us know how it fits. Pictures would be great also! I will be ordering my Captivate next week!
I found similar items on Ebay. I believe that they still have the argyle pattern, but on the inside; since the material is solid instead of transparent you cannot see them once you insert the phone. I have ordered one and am waiting for delivery.
Ryukeima said:
I found similar items on Ebay. I believe that they still have the argyle pattern, but on the inside; since the material is solid instead of transparent you cannot see them once you insert the phone. I have ordered one and am waiting for delivery.
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Awesome! Would love a few pictures when yours comes in! Can you post a link to the eBay auctions where you've seen this? Or, did you purchase the one I posted?
I bought one off of ebay, here is the link (ebay case). Upon further review, I am not sure if Polyolefin is the same as TPU, perhaps it is a blend. I suppose I will find out in a few days.
Ryukeima said:
I bought one off of ebay, here is the link (ebay case). Upon further review, I am not sure if Polyolefin is the same as TPU, perhaps it is a blend. I suppose I will find out in a few days.
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Thanks for the info!
from your links, if you change the colors to the transparent one, it still has the argyle patterns. probably its the same case with the Amzer brand one...
sayurann said:
from your links, if you change the colors to the transparent one, it still has the argyle patterns. probably its the same case with the Amzer brand one...
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You are correct, and that was the point I was trying to make, sorry if I wasn't clear. I do however think that the offering is different than the Amzer selection, because all the Amzer cases are made from transparent material. This case however appears to be made from non-transparent material which prevents you from seeing the Argyle pattern that is imprinted on the inside. It still has the pattern, but since you do not see the inside once the phone is inserted then you can no longer see the pattern. At least, I hope this is the case. I suppose I will find out soon enough.
Any of you get this yet? It looks quite promising IMO
Still waiting on mine.
The day after I get my Captivate, it goes out of stock...DANGIT!!!
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The day after I get my Captivate, it goes out of stock...DANGIT!!!
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http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=45886 here you go
Thanks!!!
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http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=45886 here you go
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I will counter your link with a cheaper link...LOL.
TPU Case
There were 2 listed...one from Day Deal, which I bought, and the one linked above which also appears to be Day Deal under a different name. If you want it, you'd better hurry!!!
Only thing I don't like about these TPU cases is that they're glossy...
The Body Glove at least puts the stripes in it to get it grippier... Is it worth over twice the cost? Probably not.
Just received the case from the Ebay link that I posted and I am quite impressed. It is a nice solid black that almost retains the stock look and feel. Much easier to hit the softkey buttons at the bottom and slide the brightness along the top than when I had the black silicone case on it. It is glossy, but looks very nice. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a solid black TPU case, and does not want to see the funky Arglye pattern or whatever it is called. I will try to upload some pictures later if I can figure out how to get the pictures off my wife's camera without a cord...
Look forward to seeing it!
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the black tpu case looks very bland..and the glossy finish doesn't help it at all
Got the new case today! Fits great, feels great, looks great! Check out the pictures:
From Black Silicone To Black TPU Case
just ordered one. hopefully i get it by thursday since it ships from los angeles.
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Look forward to seeing it!
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thanks for pics....
I am now contemplating between this and the innocase. Innocase sells at $30 + sh.
To all of you who were looking for TPU Cases
check out ebay now.
They just came out today i think ( been checking ebay everyday)
just type in mytouch HD TPU cases!
they are made by EPIK.
They are only $3.5 with free shipping!
or 4.5 dollar with a screen protector
i already ordered one so ill let you guys know!
oh btw they only come in clear or black for now.
http://cgi.ebay.com/BLACK-Epik-Case-TPU-Shell-Cover-HTC-myTouch-4G-HD-/350420817170?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5196b55512
Too late, daewonder posted it this morning already. It was posted in the other TPU thread. I ordered 2 of them! Thanks for the heads up though!
Lakeshow423 said:
Too late, daewonder posted it this morning already. It was posted in the other TPU thread. I ordered 2 of them! Thanks for the heads up though!
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ohh my bad i didnt see them.
Can someone please post a picture of the case when they get it? Because those pictures on Ebay are horrible. Thanks guys.
thanks for the heads up. Just bought one.
I like the 2 piece case i got from tmobile (white with grey rubber) but taking it off and putting back on is like changing a diaper.
rosebud1 said:
Can someone please post a picture of the case when they get it? Because those pictures on Ebay are horrible. Thanks guys.
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will do. i even payed for shipping ! so i can get it b4 xmas!
Nice.. if you can, take a pic with it on and off. I have the black hard case from Ebay, and I like it but I wanna see what else is out there lol
They just added Jet black. So now they have jet black and smoked black. but the pictures are so bad i really cant tell the difference....
Red, clear, blue, black, gray, and purple now available
wow thanks, it is VERY much appreciated!!!!!!!
I have been like WHERE ARE THE TPU CASES???!!!? lol...this silicone case is too thick and sticky, then this hard case is annoying to take off and also I am afraid it will fly into pieces if dropped...
akuma148 said:
Red, clear, blue, black, gray, and purple now available
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where are those all at?
Purple: http://cgi.ebay.com/PURPLE-Epik-Cas...107179?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a614667ab
Red: http://cgi.ebay.com/RED-Epik-Case-S...419990?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5196be87d6
Blue: http://cgi.ebay.com/BLUE-Epik-Case-...107112?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a61466768
Shiny Black: http://cgi.ebay.com/JET-BLACK-Epik-...712266?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item45f75b7fca
Smoke Black: http://cgi.ebay.com/BLACK-Epik-Case...817170?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5196b55512
Clear: http://cgi.ebay.com/CLEAR-Epik-Case...817218?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5196b55542
While some of them don't read TPU in their immediate description, check out the material they're made out of and it should read "TPU Resin."
And I almost forgot, but you can search the store for those cases and find ones bundled with screen protectors. There are mirrored, anti-glare, and "sp" which is clear.
They offer several different ones, that look decent and aren't too expensive by any means. Just a heads up, for those of you who are looking for a new case. I'm probably going to order the fake leather one and the 'magnet gray' one as well.
www dot pure-gear dot com/shop-by-device/motorola.html
The plum case is slick lookin'...thanks for the link
http://www.pure-gear.com/shop-by-device/motorola.html
Loving the leather. And there cheap too!
Purple Drama Llama said:
http://www.pure-gear.com/shop-by-device/motorola.html
Loving the leather. And there cheap too!
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I love how you linked the site while OP disguised his link
The leather one look cheap and tacky to me. These cases are nice but they don't seem to cover enough of the phone for me.
They look like the cheap (construction-wise) snap on cases. For $30, just get the Seidio Innocase. It's way better in my opinion.
Seidio Innocase II Surface - Black, Amazon
Black and other colors, Seidio Online
On Amazon I got it a week ago for $20, so maybe check a few times they drop the price every once in a while I think.
i got the same case that incipio made for $10 over at Fry's electronics
bobdurfob said:
They look like the cheap (construction-wise) snap on cases. For $30, just get the Seidio Innocase. It's way better in my opinion.
Seidio Innocase II Surface - Black, Amazon
Black and other colors, Seidio Online
On Amazon I got it a week ago for $20, so maybe check a few times they drop the price every once in a while I think.
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I didn't want this to be a comparison thread. I simply wanted to point out there are alternative cases out there on the market.
I'm really glad you pointed these out. I used to have a Barely There case on my old iPhone and these look pretty similar to that (I really liked it). I've been waiting for a case like this! Since Case Mate doesn't make any for the Atrix, I might get one of these. The colors aren't great, but I hate cases that snap together...
Thanks OP. Just ordered the magnet grey one. Will update when it arrives.
Dr.Jeckyl said:
Thanks OP. Just ordered the magnet grey one. Will update when it arrives.
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I'm ordering the grey one as soon as I get paid friday! I want overnight shipping, I don't care if I have to pay another 10 bucks to receive it, lol.
Yea.... they are quite nice looking. Not sure if i really wanna give up my TPU case though....
When either of you get yours.... mind posting some more pics? Would like to see what the inside of the case looks like, too.
elementaldragon said:
Yea.... they are quite nice looking. Not sure if i really wanna give up my TPU case though....
When either of you get yours.... mind posting some more pics? Would like to see what the inside of the case looks like, too.
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Sure thing. I should have it tomorrow.
Just ordered the grey one, hopefully it arrives on Monday!
So can someone explain what exactly this case feels like? I don't REALLY get what a "rubberized satin finish" means... In the past I've used the case-mate barely there cases, which I like because they're not squishy or really rubbery and such. This pure gear case looks solid, but it says it's rubberized so I dunno.
And while I'm asking, what exactly is a TPU case (like this one: http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-Argyle-High-Gloss-Soft-Gel-Motorola/dp/B004L2L6JM/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1304100403&sr=8-6)
Is it similar to the pure gear material?
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So can someone explain what exactly this case feels like? I don't REALLY get what a "rubberized satin finish" means... In the past I've used the case-mate barely there cases, which I like because they're not squishy or really rubbery and such. This pure gear case looks solid, but it says it's rubberized so I dunno.
And while I'm asking, what exactly is a TPU case (like this one: http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-Argyle-High-Gloss-Soft-Gel-Motorola/dp/B004L2L6JM/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1304100403&sr=8-6)
Is it similar to the pure gear material?
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Just got mine. First impression is this thing is nice! One of the thinnest cases/shells I've ever seen. Just went into our QA dept to use a caliper and it only measures .86mm or .034" thick. The texture feels almost exactly like my old G1 did. Doesn't feel like it's going to be a lint magnet either. The grey color is a bit lighter than I was expecting too but not too light. It fits OVER the existing battery cover and fits nice and snug. No give in any direction at all. Overall I like it it so far.
I'll post pictures tonight when I get home.
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So can someone explain what exactly this case feels like? I don't REALLY get what a "rubberized satin finish" means... In the past I've used the case-mate barely there cases, which I like because they're not squishy or really rubbery and such. This pure gear case looks solid, but it says it's rubberized so I dunno.
And while I'm asking, what exactly is a TPU case (like this one: http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-Argyle-High-Gloss-Soft-Gel-Motorola/dp/B004L2L6JM/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1304100403&sr=8-6)
Is it similar to the pure gear material?
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TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) is basically like a mix of a hard shell and a silicon cover. It's quite flexible, although not flimsy like a silicon cover.... and it's durable.... able to withstand quite a bit and still return to it's original shape. Actually recorded a video of me squeezing the crap out of one such TPU case that i got on eBay because of someone in another thread questioning the quality of the eBay cases.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=700ZNRtNEOA
As for "rubberized satin".... i believe it's basically a quite smooth yet soft feel.... not like a silicon, but not quite like a hard rubber case either. Hard to explain, really. If i had to guess, i'd say it might be similar to the Barely There case, but i'm not sure as i've never used either.
Here's some glamor shots of mine.
Hmm.... not too shabby looking. I may just order one.
edit: Just ordered the deep plum colored one. Only did ground shipping, as i didn't really feel like paying the same amount for shipping as i did for the case.... so it may be a little while.
Thanks for all the info guys! I always wondered what all these different types of plastic cases are. Thanks for the pics too, they inspire me to order one! Has anyone gotten the blue? How does it look in real life?
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Purple Drama Llama said:
http://www.pure-gear.com/shop-by-device/motorola.html
Loving the leather. And there cheap too!
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Thanks for providing the link.
For anyone in the market for an ultra-cheap Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) case, DealExtreme has started carrying a translucent case for our phones.
I just happened across this while browsing DealExtreme, so I have no idea what the quality is, but the price is certainly right at $2.30 shipped.
This being DealExtreme, of course you'll have to wait a few weeks for it to arrive if you buy one.\
Edit: Whoops, forgot the link:
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/protective-tpu-back-case-for-samsung-sgh-t989-translucent-white-93678
Ye I got mine from karendeals.com. Tpu argyle printed on the inside-super slim. Well worth the 2-3 dollars. I dont know if they meant to but they sent me 3 but I paid for 2.
Links....?
here's the link, looks interesting
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/protective-tpu-back-case-for-samsung-sgh-t989-translucent-white-93678
I'm placing an order.
For $2.30, I can afford to order it and toss it if I don't like it.
I have a D30, but hate the bubbles on my realook. Maybe this will fit better.
yeah i got one of those as well
although i must say i like the D3O cases better
if the D3O was not free, i would have stayed with that transparent TPU from DX
which is the same one i'm using on Nexus S
it gives a very good grip and feel to the phone
Awesome. Placed an order right away. Was looking for one of these cases. Thanks a lot.
I was just about to order this on the bay 5pack for $9.90,,black, white, blue, purple, and red. Give the gf whichever one she wants as I got her a sgs2 when I got mine. They call it swerve case on the bay. Does anyone know how much bulk it adds?
Just wondering has anyone got their order shipped yet? Its been a few days now and still no response.
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Seems like most tablet users prefer folio style cases but I'm just looking for a pretty basic TPU case to be used around the house.
Any suggestions on where I can get them for cheap (other than this on eBay: http://r.ebay.com/al5DuR)?
There's a few cheaper on aliexpress.
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Eyup, ordered one of these almost two weeks ago, will review when it arrives:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/3-in...-TPU-Back-Cover-Case-For-LG-G/1553721436.html
Mark
Impromark said:
Eyup, ordered one of these almost two weeks ago, will review when it arrives:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/3-in...-TPU-Back-Cover-Case-For-LG-G/1553721436.html
Mark
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I'm also waiting for this case
Enviado desde mi LG-V500 mediante Tapatalk
Are thereany without that ridiculous x on it. Reminds me of cingular wireless. I just want a flat black one.
methodz said:
Are thereany without that ridiculous x on it. Reminds me of cingular wireless. I just want a flat black one.
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Search eBay for the Amzer black gel pudding case. I just ordered that one. I haven't received it yet, so I can't tell you if it's good but the picture looks good and it's cheap.
The VOIA on Amazon is real nice
http://www.amazon.com/VOIA-Premium-...&qid=1390404472&sr=8-2&keywords=voia+lg+g+pad
I paid $22, but some are showing up at $50+ which is crazy. Great quality though.
I've reviewed the "X" style case here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2603815
There are simple "pudding" cases out now too, which are about as plain as you can ask for. I didn't choose that one because I wanted some grippy textures on it, and this suits just fine. And the "X" makes it look cool.
There is also an "S" style case. Not so plain, but IMO not as neat (or symmetrical) as the "X" style, so I skipped it. You can find them on AliExpress if you want.
Mark
For 51 bucks?
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TPU case, as plain as it gets:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/AMZER-BLACK-...ll_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item1c3b515bc2&_uhb=1
The VOIA cases are available for $20-30 on eBay, though i'e read here that they can be pretty slippery:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Premium-VOIA...hone_PDA_Cases&var&hash=item33895548a5&_uhb=1
And here's the S-Line case I mentioned earlier:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/1pcs...Soft-back-case-for-LG-G-Pad-8/1562353056.html
Mark
Amzer pudding tpu case
I just received the Amzer tpu case off eBay and I'm really happy. I'll post pictures shortly in a new thread in accessories as soon as I can get them uploaded.