I bought an Anker battery a week ago and it just arrived. I'm trying to fit it in and it doesn't fit at all. It is too wide and the bottom sections don't align properly.
I got it from Amazon and I'm sure its a genuine battery because of that.
I just can't believe it doesn't fit. Has this happened to anybody else?
I'm extremely disappointed with this. I was planning on upgrading to an S5 in a few months and figured I'd probably buy a new Anker battey with it but I can't believe this one doesn't even fit my phone.
I've included pictures:
http://imgur.com/a/eXOCH
I think it's because it's 4400mAh, stock battery is 2100 so that one's going to be significantly larger. I'm pretty sure at that size they're supposed to come with a case that can house the battery with the phone.
Its definitely supposed to be bigger than the default battery but I checked videos online, it is supposed to snap into place just like the old battery. Extended batteries fit the same space but stick out farther so you need to use the provided case.
This battery DOES NOT line up with the phone along the bottom edge. It just doesn't. From Youtube videos, the batteries other people have line up and snap in. Because it doesn't actually fit into the battery slot, I can't even use the provided case.
It is very messed up and I'm just in disbelief because I can't find any record of any other person online with the same problem.
Contact Anker. I've heard their support is very good. It looks like you got a note 3 or galaxy S4 battery accidentally.
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I wrote them an e-mail tonight after I posted this in the forum.
I just wanted to make sure I wasn't crazy and doing something wrong, also wanted to know if anybody else ever had this issue because I can't find any record of that online.
skomes said:
I wrote them an e-mail tonight after I posted this in the forum.
I just wanted to make sure I wasn't crazy and doing something wrong, also wanted to know if anybody else ever had this issue because I can't find any record of that online.
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Looks to me like a case of a mis-labeled item. I ordered the same battery about a year and a half ago and all was fine. Im sure Anker will sort it out for you, they have a great support staff.
Well no e-mail response unfortunately.
Going to have to call them.
Email support is unbelievably slow.
Takes more than 1 full day to get a response, takes like 2 full days just to have them ask me a question and for me to respond.
Just forgot about this thread and wanted to update.
Anker was nice over e-mail and gave me the option of a replacement or a refund.
I chose a full refund because I was planning on upgrading to a Galaxy S5 anyway which I now have.
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Looks like samsung has 1800 mAh battery for the new Epic touch 4G. Looks very similar to Galaxy S series battery. It will be great if it fits vibrant!
Look at 1:50 into the below video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bORdFDO8318&feature=BFa&list=WL068AB326C5F0012A&lf=BFp
In short: No.
Don't quote me but it might be slightly taller, it's hard to tell from the video though.
Some guy that works for sprint tried to claim yes it 100% will in another thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16581557&postcount=10
But I don't really believe him.
If its like the international SGS2 battery then as posted, its too tall.
Someone go to a sprint store when those hit and try one. Just ask for a device, debox and try the battery haha.
Two things I noticed since I posted....the connectors on the battery are on right side for epic touch and left side for vibrant? And epic touch being 4.5 inch screen phone it is possible that battery is bigger albeit same shape :-(
Keep following the link I posted, now its looking like the guy may be right. Its not confirmed yet.
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Keep following the link I posted, now its looking like the guy may be right. Its not confirmed yet.
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Thanks for pointing me to that thread. One thing for sure the epic touch 4G battery is different from other galaxy s2 variants as it is seen in the video I posted. They guy may be even right it physically fits into old epic (that means vibrant too). But I have to see if the connectors on the right versus left is a deal braker.
Okay, looking at the video the battery goes into the new phone with the side with mAh printed inwards. In vibrant that side is outwards! So this could mean position of the connectors is not an issue I am still hopeful.
Can someone check it in a store already?
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Can someone check it in a store already?
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Sent from my rough sketch of a Vibrant on a brick.
I just checked at a sprint store and the battery will fit our vibrant! It is the same size and shape as our normal batteries. I didn't power the phone cause it was packaged but the size will fit and it is indeed an 1800mah.
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EDIT: On second thought, I didn't ask the rep if I can buy one and the Sprint website doesn't appear to sell them as of yet. Anyone know of any good sources to get these batteries?
http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=28506
From epic 4g forum. But someone is reporting that some filing is required to fit the battery. Can you confirm it fits vibrant without filing?
Actually I read that forum and ppl seem to now agree they work perfect. I also saw that site but it ships the 26th of next month? That's stupid late lol.
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So in the sprint store where you tried, it was a spare battery for sale or they took it off a phone?
I would guess it will take some time for spares and accessories to be available after phone is launched. Oct end looks reasonable in my opinion. We never managed to find a spare 1650 mah from Vibrant 4G even today!!
They took it off a new phone they unboxed. So yeah, who can find one online that is sold now should speak up. Preferably under $40.
The October 26th shipping is way in the future as of now.
rakeshchn said:
http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=28506
From epic 4g forum. But someone is reporting that some filing is required to fit the battery. Can you confirm it fits vibrant without filing?
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Seems a little weird they're the only place to be offering this, and at a good discount with free shipping? I'm skeptical, but this sure would be nice if its real! Anyone ever ordered from mobilecityonline before?
Sent from my rough sketch of a Vibrant on a brick.
So is it confirmed that the 1800mAH battery will fit AND work properly in the vibrant?
Is mobilecityonline selling legit 1800mAH batteries for the Epic 4G Touch or is it going to be more like a knockoff 1500 mAH or less like buying from overseas?
There are more than one person in the epic 4g forums saying the battery fits epic 4g and so most probably vibrant. vice versa is hard fit it seems. I am sure if you give 1 month or so from now, these will appear in sprint stores. ATT version has different battery, looks similar to international galaxy s2.
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There are more than one person in the epic 4g forums saying the battery fits epic 4g and so most probably vibrant. vice versa is hard fit it seems. I am sure if you give 1 month or so from now, these will appear in sprint stores. ATT version has different battery, looks similar to international galaxy s2.
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Ok, Fit...check, but what about the usability? This is kind of an old thread so I don't know if the problem has been fixed or not:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=976347
I just don't want the battery to be a single use item.
Hi, there...
Friend of mine has an iPhone 4 battery case, like this one http://www.exogear.com/products-iphone-4.html
Now, I don't envy Apple phone users a bit, but am rather annoyed by the fact that so many companies produce the greatest number of accessories for 2, or 3 model that this company has, instead concentrating on all the other phones. The result being that I can hardly find a similar thing for my Note. Even when I was I was thinking about buying SII, I wasn't able to find anything as nice, except those cases/chargers in which you place your phone and then when it is full you can take it out and carry on with your life. But nothing which extends your battery life and becomes attached to your phone throughout the day.
The only thing I've found on the eBay is this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Slim-Li-I...ltDomain_3&hash=item2c661185fa#ht_5527wt_1163
Has anybody got any experience with battery extenders/cases for Note?
Eeeerm, sorry, I think I should have put this topic into accessories...
Admin(s), if you don't mind...
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Eeeerm, sorry, I think I should have put this topic into accessories...
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The only thing I've found on the eBay is this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Slim-Li-I...ltDomain_3&hash=item2c661185fa#ht_5527wt_1163
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If I recall correctly, another member has one of these and said even though they claim to have 3500mAh, it doesn't even last as long as the stock battery of 2500mAh.
I don't have one myself so I can't confirm this but that's what they said.
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If I recall correctly, another member has one of these and said even though they claim to have 3500mAh, it doesn't even last as long as the stock battery of 2500mAh.
I don't have one myself so I can't confirm this but that's what they said.
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There's a thread on Gold 3250mAh, my ekhm... "tests" returned results very similar to the stock battery, but some users reported feeling it lasts longer than that
looking for something like this?
It's a Chinese battery pack for the note ,can give about 45% extra charge,has a kickstand.
the quality is alright ,the price is 42$ ,and as you can see from the photos I haven't used it much and it's gathering dirt.
I can't remember the name ,nor can I find the box ,sorry.
but anyway , yes those things exist.
Thanks, all...
Yeah, I wasn't after something I'd use with my Note like all the time...
But, if I were to go somewhere for a longer period than a day and there was a chance I might use navigation quite a bit, or even driving for 4-6 hours with navigation on all the time... Esp. since someone here said that the Note doesn't charge as fast as it gets depleted battery during constant navigation use in a car.
So, a behemoth like this one would come in handy in situations like this...
might I suggest these
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=160834432409&index=5&nav=SEARCH&nid=66520366563
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=221033147011&index=3&nav=SEARCH&nid=85849398394
or
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=330756118268&index=14&nav=SEARCH&nid=18456302465
I have the cases and they're very useful when I know ill need my phone for long periods of time.
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Found this on ebay. I think similar but different color I'm purchasing and will review after a couple of days use. Sorry can't post link! Search r27 case for note
Since these charging battery cases add more bulk to the phone, why not just cash out on a Mugen 5400Mah battery? It does add some bulk, but tests I read somewhere showed that it received 9 hours of continuous screen time which is just ridiculous!
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Since these charging battery cases add more bulk to the phone, why not just cash out on a Mugen 5400Mah battery? It does add some bulk, but tests I read somewhere showed that it received 9 hours of continuous screen time which is just ridiculous!
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I don't think the problem is whether or not people are willing to cash out on Mugen, the idea is to find an alternative.....I myself am not willing to have my note THAT bulky, yes the external battery cases are a little bit bulky but compared to the Mugen its definitely more aesthetically pleasing. I'm looking for an alternative to making my Note last a bit longer, and also not ruining the sleek design of this beautiful phablet .
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I found this case on Amazon. It was described as the Onite Black Ash TPU Case and is intended for GS3s with the extended battery. I really liked it because it had a wide lip around the screen, looked fairly thick, and had a wedge-shaped section on the inside that filled in the recessed area around the camera on my back cover (I'm running the EZOPower extended battery). I thought that filling the recessed area with extra rubber would look good and give a little more shock protection. I also looked at the Onite extended battery and the back cover was identical to mine. I ordered it, thinking I had found the perfect case..
...and this is what I was sent!
Unfortunately, the case sent had little resemblance to the one I ordered. The pics below are of the one they sent. Hmm...different color, thinner construction, definitely seem flimsier, and transparent. I thought I was ordering what looked like a well-built and sturdy case, but received a flimsy, generic case that I could probably find on eBay for $1.99.
I thought they might have sent the wrong one by mistake, but the package was clearly labeled with the proper description. Bummer! I think I'm the victim of a bait and switch. Now I'm running a generic Hyperion clone. Does anyone know of another source for a case like the one I originally ordered? I've tried googling it, but no luck.:crying:
Have you emailed the seller? Looks nothing like the first one
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I just found this Case just 5 minutes ago may be it can change your mind and buy this kind of case also. Elements Case Eclipse
No, I didn't bother to e-mail the seller. If it was labeled differently, then I'd think it was a mistake. But the label on the packaging clearly stated that this was supposed to be the one I ordered. I did a little digging, thinking that a mistake could have been made at the manufacturer and then saw that the company that sold it to me owned the Onite trademark. I'm going to get my money back.
I like the looks of the Element case, but I need something that will accommodate an extended battery. So far the Hyperion is the best one I've found. I'm going to keep looking. Eventually I'll find one I really like.
Leave a review to save someone else time and money!
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I contacted the seller and they said Amazon must have sent me the wrong case. Here's my e-mail and their reply:
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Hi, I ordered the Onite Black Ash TPU Case for a Samsung GS3. I based my choice on the pictures and description shown - solid color, wedge-shaped area on inside to fill in recessed camera area of Onite extended battery cover, wide lip at front, etc (See pics Ordered1, 2, and 3). The case I got was completely different from the one I ordered. The case I received is mostly transparent, much flimsier, and lacks the filled-in section (see pics Received1 and 2). Was I sent the wrong case, or are your description and photos completely different from the actual product?
I am returning the case for a refund, but if you tell me that I received the wrong item by mistake, I will place another order.
Thanks,
Joe Gonzalez
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Dear Joseph,
Thank you for contacting us with the problem and sorry to hear that you got the wrong products.
Since the order is fullfilledd by amazon, we would like to figure out the problem. We are afraid that amazon send the wrong products. First, we stopped selling the listing. Second, we will contact amazon and check the inventory for us.
Once we figure out the problem, we will get back to you. Since you have asked a refund, we are really helpless on this. Sorry again for the inconvenience we caused to you,
Yours
Samera
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So it looks like a mistake was made, but they are trying to set things right.
I admit that I did leave a pissed off, but politely worded, review on Amazon at first, but I figured it would be better deleting it and giving them a chance at fixing it. Hopefully they will resolve the issue and let me know. I didn't want to do an exchange at first because 1) I was disappointed and 2) I didn't want to get the same thing again. I figure that this way if they resolve the issue, I can reorder and if they don't, I won't go through the hassle of returning a product twice.
Thanks to 1slow4G for prodding me in the right direction! I'm usually pretty understanding about issues like this, but I was pumped up at finding this case and really bummed when I got the wrong one and thought that they thought they sent me the wrong one but mislabeled it so I would think it was the right one. Now maybe they will find out that Amazon sent me the wrong one thinking it was the right one instead of them sending me the wrong one and trying to convince me that it was the right one. Then the one that I thought was the wrong one but labeled the right one will turn out to really be the wrong one and I can return it and get the right one! :fingers-crossed:
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I contacted the seller and they said Amazon must have sent me the wrong case. Here's my e-mail and their reply:
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Hi, I ordered the Onite Black Ash TPU Case for a Samsung GS3. I based my choice on the pictures and description shown - solid color, wedge-shaped area on inside to fill in recessed camera area of Onite extended battery cover, wide lip at front, etc (See pics Ordered1, 2, and 3). The case I got was completely different from the one I ordered. The case I received is mostly transparent, much flimsier, and lacks the filled-in section (see pics Received1 and 2). Was I sent the wrong case, or are your description and photos completely different from the actual product?
I am returning the case for a refund, but if you tell me that I received the wrong item by mistake, I will place another order.
Thanks,
Joe Gonzalez
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Dear Joseph,
Thank you for contacting us with the problem and sorry to hear that you got the wrong products.
Since the order is fullfilledd by amazon, we would like to figure out the problem. We are afraid that amazon send the wrong products. First, we stopped selling the listing. Second, we will contact amazon and check the inventory for us.
Once we figure out the problem, we will get back to you. Since you have asked a refund, we are really helpless on this. Sorry again for the inconvenience we caused to you,
Yours
Samera
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So it looks like a mistake was made, but they are trying to set things right.
I admit that I did leave a pissed off, but politely worded, review on Amazon at first, but I figured it would be better deleting it and giving them a chance at fixing it. Hopefully they will resolve the issue and let me know. I didn't want to do an exchange at first because 1) I was disappointed and 2) I didn't want to get the same thing again. I figure that this way if they resolve the issue, I can reorder and if they don't, I won't go through the hassle of returning a product twice.
Thanks to 1slow4G for prodding me in the right direction! I'm usually pretty understanding about issues like this, but I was pumped up at finding this case and really bummed when I got the wrong one and thought that they thought they sent me the wrong one but mislabeled it so I would think it was the right one. Now maybe they will find out that Amazon sent me the wrong one thinking it was the right one instead of them sending me the wrong one and trying to convince me that it was the right one. Then the one that I thought was the wrong one but labeled the right one will turn out to really be the wrong one and I can return it and get the right one! :fingers-crossed:
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No problem man, i know exactly how you feel. I hope you get the replacement or your money back. Im sure they will get everything straighten out. Thats the first thing i do when i recieve an incorrect item. They usually resend a replacement or refund it and they still le me keep the item lol. Of course depends if its expensive then yeah u have to return it.
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Ok guys I. Am thinking about picking one of these up on Friday, but I want to know if i put it in a Otter commuter case is there a
Car dock that will work with it?
Is there a home dock that will work?
Is there wireless charging available?
What is the biggest battery you can stuff in it Whial keeping the stick Cover?
Thanks guys! Can't wait get away from my EVO... Not a bad phone just not for me (I'll make a post sometime about my experiences).
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I'll answer them in the order asked . Hope it helps
1. Yes. Many choices, more than I'd care to link.
2. Yes. Again a lot of choices. HERE is one at random.
3. Yes. But it's not a Factory setup. But they do work well. One used by many people is THIS one.
4. I believe the largest is 2300mAh. You can find them all over the place. Just be wary of who you buy from. I ordered one of THESE for my wife. If you want Extended with a larger cover, you can go all the way to 7000mAh.
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I'll answer them in the order asked . Hope it helps
1. Yes. Many choices, more than I'd care to link.
2. Yes. Again a lot of choices. HERE is one at random.
3. Yes. But it's not a Factory setup. But they do work well. One used by many people is THIS one.
4. I believe the largest is 2300mAh. You can find them all over the place. Just be wary of who you buy from. I ordered one of THESE for my wife. If you want Extended with a larger cover, you can go all the way to 7000mAh.
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Good answer, and some good links to some accessories I didn't even know existed! The only thing, though, it that the OP was asking these questions about using the Otterbox Commuter case. I have had one for quite a while and can at least answer one of your questions:
Wireless Charging with the Otterbox Commuter:
I picked up the wireless charger back with the Palm Touchstone off of Ebay, but was disappointed because it wasn't strong enough to charge through the case. I didn't want to waste my investment of $45, so I went the DIY route and made a hole in the back of my case the size of the touchstone. I know it sounds ghetto-tastic, but it works quite well. It sets and charges with no issue and even stays "locked in" when the headphone cord is pulled a little. Obviously, my case is less sturdy than before, but I have dropped my phone a number of times since and there has been no damage to the phone.
I have put together a small album showing what my phone looks like with the giant hole in the back of the case. Please forgive the poor picture quality, as I was taking them with my Transformer, which doesn't have the most stellar camera.
Hope this has been informative
I also have an Otter Box case. I switch between that, and the Zero Lemon 7000mAh Battery/ Case Combo. As I stated above the choices for a Dock were just Random. As there are really to many choices. Not knowing the person, or how they use the Dock. It is difficult to be very Specific. As for the thread on Wireless Charging. I pointed to that one Specifically because I know someone who is currently using that one with an Otter Box case with no issues.
Thanks guys! I will be getting this or a note 2.. I can't decide so I will leave it to fate and pick whatever one is the best deal on ebay come Friday.
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I also have an Otter Box case. I switch between that, and the Zero Lemon 7000mAh Battery/ Case Combo. As I stated above the choices for a Dock were just Random. As there are really to many choices. Not knowing the person, or how they use the Dock. It is difficult to be very Specific. As for the thread on Wireless Charging. I pointed to that one Specifically because I know someone who is currently using that one with an Otter Box case with no issues.
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My friend what you have is a laptop straight up!
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First, I did receive a review sample from ZeroLemon.
Pro: massive amount of battery
Worked first time. Living up to name ZeroLemon.
Case itself is grippy and comfortable
Con: It's LARGE, expect that.
It's not fast charge capable.
If you're looking for a slim solution, this is NOT your choice, if you're looking for massive amounts of additional power on the go without having to carry a cable and external battery, then this IS your solution.
As I'm sure everyone will mention, it's LARGE. Until battery tech gets smaller, you gotta cram that 8500mah battery somewhere. It's pretty hefty as well. If you wanted with this battery pack, you could outlast everyone around you in a marathon Pokemon Go session, long flights of movies won't be a problem. It's not going to provide any screen protection if dropped, but it might give you some arm workouts as you use the phone.
It's brainless to use. Plug your S8+ into the battery, slip it into the case. They provide a headphone extension cable if your headphones do not fit in the built in hole. Well packaged, instruction booklet was adequate, tho you won't need it. Press the button once and it gives a battery readout on the back of the case, press it 3 seconds, starts charging. All the button passthru's worked fine and aligned up. You are still "capable" of using the fingerprint reader, expect a bit more "reach" to get there. The case itself doesn't block the camera at all. No ghosting of the case in your photos.
If I were designing this, I would have added a flipout kickstand so you could just sit and watch movies without having to hold the bulk.
I want to purchase one of ZeroLemon 8500 mah battery packs but I can't seem to find a belt case/pouch that's compatible. This is my only drawback. I have always used ZeroLemon's in the past and am satisfied with the performance of their batteries.
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I want to purchase one of ZeroLemon 8500 mah battery packs but I can't seem to find a belt case/pouch that's compatible. This is my only drawback. I have always used ZeroLemon's in the past and am satisfied with the performance of their batteries.
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I would contact turtleback leather with the dimensions I bet they could come up with something
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I would contact turtleback leather with the dimensions I bet they could come up with something
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Thanks @MrWicked1...I just went to the website and left contact/feedback with the dimensions. Hope they can help.
UPDATE: They immediately responded to my contact email and directed me to an area where you chose by dimensions. I'll let everyone know if it fits.
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Thanks @MrWicked1...I just went to the website and left contact/feedback with the dimensions. Hope they can help.
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Yeah no problem they make really good leather cases I've still got a couple from my note 4 that look like they did when they were new.
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Yeah no problem they make really good leather cases I've still got a couple from my note 4 that look like they did when they were new.
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I ordered the largest case Turtleback Leather had and it still is a little too snug. But, I gave it to my son for his Note 4, so all was not lost. But I notice they make a case for the S8 and S8+ for you friends that are interested.
I wish I could have gotten one