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REVIEW: HTC HD2/Leo 'Wallet' style case, £3.49 delivered @ eBay

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Here is a quick review of a case I recently purchase for my HD2.
Pros:
- Fits the HD2 well
- 3 card spaces
- Room for 2+ cards in each space
- A spare battery will fit in the card space!
- Looks very professional
- Good quality
- HD2 can be removed/reinserted with ease
- Nothing is covered - camera, flash, volume keys, earpiece, usb connector are all usable.
- Magnetic 'popper' stays closed and secure
Cons:
- The first few times sliding my HD2 in and out of the case was a bit 'stiff', a little force was needed - I think the case was likely squashed in transit and needed to be stretched back into shape.
- A little glue is showing to the left of the part the device sits in
Conclusion:
This is a case I would definitely recommend. I chose this case because I wanted something that'd act as a wallet as well as a phone case, so I can easily pop out of the house carrying just this and for most of the time have the necessities I really need with me (a device that does everything, credit card, other cards, etc)
Obviously the case adds 'bulk' to the device, but the HD2 is easily slid in and out of it. You can use the HD2 perfectly well inside the case, though reaching the far corners and taking advantage of the HD2's thin dimensions isn't always possible while it sits inside.
I was pleasantly surprised by the look and quality of this case and expect it to be sold for a lot more if high street retailers start stocking it.
What pleased me the most is that one of the card holders can be used to hold a spare battery, something that my HD2 certainly needs.
After a few days of use - 5 stars! *****
Some images I took up close:
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http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/mggEVn0mwRZ0gAzZdWWmGg?feat=directlink
Direct link to auction: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200446930098

It's got to look just a little odd when you recieve a call tho right? I mean I assume you have to hold it open to the side of your face?
I think that would ruin my 'street cred'

looks nice, does the cards that you insert in the wallet make contact with the hd2 screen?

presumably a spare battery severely distorts the case, and I guess stretches it quite dramatically.

Is there a belt clip?

witch1 said:
Is there a belt clip?
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Nope not on this one.. Should have mentioned that in the first post but I guess a belt clip isn't so useful to me (I'd be too paranoid about it falling off )

I buyed the EASYCASE E4 also - it is fantastic - good quality, low price, nice looking, fits perfect the HD2 and the best is, you can customice it (color of leather - inside and out side, perforation, monogram etc.)

JHimmelbauer said:
I buyed the EASYCASE E4 also - it is fantastic - good quality, low price, nice looking, fits perfect the HD2 and the best is, you can customice it (color of leather - inside and out side, perforation, monogram etc.)
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Ooooo a Star Alliance (I'm assuming Austrian Air) VISA card...it looks so purdy...show us the entire card (kidding)
These cases look nice, but one thing I could never stand is how there is a material/leather over the earpiece. I've always had problems with it not lining up properly and such, but hopefully such is not the case with these two

I've had this wallet (the OP's one) for about three months, and I love it!! For under £4 it's one of the best-value pieces of kits I've come across.
PROS:
Same as OP
CONS:
None - no stretching when it arrived
THREE MONTHS ON:
It's wearing a little, some of the stitching has pulled free, but barely noticable and I just cut off the one piece of string hanging loose.
It's great, it will last me a year, and I will probably buy a replacement if it's wearing very thin. A year after that, I'll probably be ready for a new phone
To answer one poster's question: If you pack the wallet with cards, the 'top' one presses against the screen, but not in a damaging way (you can just see a faint imprint for about three seconds).
Another question: Does it flap about in a call? No, you just wrap your hand around the phone and no probs.
One friend suggested it could make you a target for thieves if they see you on the street with your cards and phone in one place. I agree to an extent, but actually I'm finding I'm a lot more careful with my phone/cards with them in the same place, and the onl other thing I need in my pocket is my house keys.

just ordered one
hope it arrives in time for my vacation, would be nice to have to carry one less essential item

Hi Guys,
Any chance of a pic with the 3 card in it with it closed?
How thick does it make the whole thing?

I have tried a few cases and must say that anything other than ''open screen" frustrated the hell out of me.

I'd just like to follow up this thread some 9-10 months after I purchased this case to say that it's still in use every day now and is still in near perfect order.
I pack the card holders with cards, a spare battery and often loads of receipts/cash and it hasn't stretched the case at all.
It's been in daily use since I owned it.
Still recommended to all who need such a solution!

SMS92 said:
I'd just like to follow up this thread some 9-10 months after I purchased this case to say that it's still in use every day now and is still in near perfect order.
I pack the card holders with cards, a spare battery and often loads of receipts/cash and it hasn't stretched the case at all.
It's been in daily use since I owned it.
Still recommended to all who need such a solution!
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Hi there, thinks for this review, its exactly what I´m looking for, could you give me please a direct link to this seller?? The one in first page is not working and I can´t find it on ebay..
Thank you..

Can you put paper money in the wallet?
I mean does it have a seperate room for money?

yugoport said:
Hi there, thinks for this review, its exactly what I´m looking for, could you give me please a direct link to this seller?? The one in first page is not working and I can´t find it on ebay..
Thank you..
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Hi - no problem. I've had a look on ebay as the seller I got it from doesn't seem to be stocking them anymore and from the pics this looks like the one: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Black-Leather..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item4cf4d8a6e3
Can't guarantee it though as it's a diff seller and price but if the illustration is correct it should be the right one!

drizztje said:
Can you put paper money in the wallet?
I mean does it have a seperate room for money?
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I have folded/rolled up notes in this thing all time. No room for change (though I have been known to roll change up in notes and jam it inside the thing when I'm in a hurry)
It's all a bit 'squashed' but it does the job! I generally always have a spare battery, about 4 plastic cards, a couple of receipts and a couple of £10 notes stored inside it. Oh, and the HD2.

I am looking to buy this however I foresee a problem.
The proximity sensor next to the earpiece seems to be covered by the leather. This will inadvertently affect the screen going off when placing the phone next to your face to take a call.
Can users comment on this important issue..

I have a similar case. This to be exact..http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Black-Leathe...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item588c698f56
There's no problem with the sensor when making/receiving calls but it does occasionally flip to landscape when I bring it out of sleep. I have to slide the phone out a little to get it back. It's not a big deal tho. I've had mine for over a year and it's still in perfect condition. There are 3 slots for cards and all mine have at least 2 cards in each.You won't get better than this particular for under $7.00 shipped to Australia
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Only one question...
I have only one question, where can I order one of these cases from.
I live in South Africa but am sure there must be some online shop with these available?

Tuff-Luv Leather Case for Dell *NEW*

cant post links, but check ebay uk, search for tuff luv dell streak, or even amazon uk, the case looks amazing, anyone tried it? plz post a review...i bought an otterbox, made phone too huge, n sticky to remove from pocket, think leather is the way to go with the streak...any advise will be much appreciated

Nice find, they look a lot like the PDair cases. I'm having this one just for the leather! http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tuff-Luv-Sa...r_1_2?s=gateway&ie=UTF8&qid=1286040721&sr=8-2

mate from ebay the brown leather 1 is a couple quid cheape (because of free delivery)...i would have bought it straight away and reviewed it (the black one, dont like brown, they both genuine leather btw)..but since i bought the otterbox (i hate it!) really cant afford to throw anymore money on something i might not like lol, so someone else plz take the plunge and post a review, wanna see how thick the phone gets, hope not too much, and does the magnet (if any) mess around with gps or compass thing? pics of your dell in the case would be amazing, cheers

Looking at the images on the Amazon link there, it looks like they've missed out putting cut outs for the proximity sensor (other side of earpiece from front camera).
That's going to cause problems so I wouldn't recommend this case until they fix the design...

damn i knew i should have waited for a review, the buy it now button on ebay was too tempting...i clicked ...oh well i guess il have to do without the proximity sensor thing or get out the scissors n try cutting it

Photopuppet said:
Looking at the images on the Amazon link there, it looks like they've missed out putting cut outs for the proximity sensor
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An oversight for sure, but easily fixed, my streak is on a data only contract so the proximity sensor is not something I use.

what does the proximity sensor do? is it the thing that switches off the screen wen phone held to your ear? if its permanently blockd by the case wont the phone screen be permanently switched off? :s

Something like that I think. But there's two of them so possibly some movement is also required.

have you ordered one as well? do post a review with pics if possible, il also post a review when mine arrives but dont have another camera and cant take a pic with the streak in the case using the streak lol, so no pics with my review...i have a good feeling abt this case though, lets hope it doesnt disappoint

Yes, I've ordered the saddleback brown version, actually it will be a race to see which turns up first since I've also got a PDair case on order.
Sent from my Dell Streak using XDA App

thats great, so other people can also know from your experience which of the 2 is better, (m hoping its the tuff-luv 1 lol)

Well my leather Tuff Luv case arrived today and I'm impressed with the quality and finish of it, the stitching is good and the cutouts are nicely rounded off. The Streak fits neatly inside, there's just enough tension to hold it in place which means that anything thicker than a vinyl skin would be too big to fit. I've posted some pictures below. The case came in a self seal plastic bag with some generic Tuff Luv instructions and guarantee, in a padded bag.
As you can see I chose the Saddleback brown version, I prefer the workmanlike style over the shiny poser black although the inside is polished leather the outside is not. The case closure is a pop stud not magnetic
The more observant among you might notice a small design flaw in the first image, for those who use the streak as a phone there needs to be an extra opening below the earpiece for the proximity sensors. My Streak is data only so I don't know how much of a problem that might be.
There's a metal stud/socket thing on the back which might be for a belt clip or m/clip (tuff luvs earphone holder) but nothing came with the case to fit it.
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The inside of the flap, double thickness for strength.
Openings for the buttons along the top edge
Aluminium speaker grill and camera opening on the back

I emailed Tuff Luv this morning through amazon about the missing cut out and got this reply just now. Pretty good I'd say.
"Thanks for alerting us of this design flaw! We are looking into
fixing the ones we have in-stock here, so that we may get you a
replacement as fast as possible. Would you prefer to receive a fixed
case in exchange for your current one? You can send your present one
back to us at no charge, after you receive the fixed one, if you
like. Please let us know if you would like us to do this.
Thanks again for your help!
-C.M.Rogers
Design/Development Tuff-Luv"

Nice Case and Fantastic service

Dear simplydata,
Thank you for your message. We have indeed fixed these cases with cutouts so that the proximity sensor is no longer blocked.
kind regards
- i-nique_usa
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Thay have fixed the problem and Ebay listing picture looks different now. Just order one last Friday. Thanks for the review and pictures.

simplydata said:
Thay have fixed the problem and Ebay listing picture looks different now. Just order one last Friday. Thanks for the review and pictures.
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Mine just arrived after 7 days. They have indeed fixed the problem. I ordered mine directly from i-nique website and got a discount of 15% using coupon code twitterA145. it's so much better than the premium case from dell, imho.

Don't mean to resurrect an old thread, however, just wanted to see how owners of this case is enjoying it and two, I would like to drill a hole and put a belt clip in it, something like this. Just want to know if anyone sees that there may be an issue with the fit of the phone after doing this.

anybody? I'm also interested in this case with a CLIP
2devnull said:
Don't mean to resurrect an old thread, however, just wanted to see how owners of this case is enjoying it and two, I would like to drill a hole and put a belt clip in it, something like this. Just want to know if anyone sees that there may be an issue with the fit of the phone after doing this.
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The Monaco Leather case has a clip. It will only hold a naked phone, even a TPU case won't let it close. More Pics

My Tuff Luv case is still going strong and is the only one I use.
To those thinking of belts clips, my advice would be forget it, imo the Streak is too big and too heavy to trust to a belt clip of any kind. Buy trousers with cargo pockets instead

Case Mate case Official

Looks like case mate made official their case for the samsung focus (other than just by the AT&T store: http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Focus-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Focus-Pop-Cases.asp
EDIT (on 11-01-2010):
Just received the black version from case-mate. The reason for the case being 30$-ish, it includes a screen protector kit. I can defenitively tell that the black version looks slicker than the red one. But that's a mater of personal taste. I mean it's slicker in a way that it look like it's more *part* of the phone, meaning its less obvious that you have a case on it. Anyway that's my 2 cents

Pretty nice, but 35 bucks??? lol Otterboxes go for that much.

ITDRAGON said:
Pretty nice, but 35 bucks??? lol Otterboxes go for that much.
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I have the red version (ordered on ebay) and it's really great, not too soft and harder in the back, I don't mind paying that much for a case, when I paid several hundreds for my phone.

I've got a red one on order... What do you think of it? I have seen a video review but it sucks...

jessiethe3rd said:
I've got a red one on order... What do you think of it? I have seen a video review but it sucks...
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I really like it, it's really great and makes handing the phone better (grip is better).
It does makes the phone a little bit heavier and bulkier, but I mean thats normal it's a case
I can take some shot of it if you want!

35 bucks....

$90 can you say RAPE?
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Red-Black-C...Accessories&hash=item43a40cab56#ht_3922wt_905

I purchased the red pop case when i bought the phone and it was a nice case. Very sturdy but an extremely tight fit. So tight that when I tried to pry out my phone one day a small platic piece right under the micro usb cutout broke. The phone certainly pops out when you pullllllll it out. Either way iam dissapointed I wasted $35 bucs on that case but very content with my body glove snap case.
On a side note how efffed up is it that otterbox make a case the dell venue, which by the way hasnt had a wide release, and hasnt made one the the focus? Makes no sense...

punkcell said:
$90 can you say RAPE?
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Red-Black-C...Accessories&hash=item43a40cab56#ht_3922wt_905
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Wow msrp is 35.. wth lol
http://cgi.ebay.com/Samsung-Focus-Windows-7-i917-POP-Case-Case-Mate-RED-/330502923353?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4cf3826459
This guy is selling them for about 22.00 has 275 of them lol
How do you guys like the way the buttons stick up? Are you hitting them by accident? Does it help in preventing hitting the camera or power button by accident?

I bought the Red case-mate on Cyber Monday when they were 50% off from AT&T site. I couldn't resist taking advantage of this deal and I needed some decent protection for my Focus. Although I kinda like the case, I might get the Otterbox when it comes out . My setup right now is this case with a Zagg InvisibleShield. I use Cat Crap paste lens cleaner to keep the screen clean and slick. Any case you buy is going to be a balance of form, fit, function, and price.
Form - This is a area of taste for most and differs widely between people. In general, I'd say this case provides reasonable protection at a relatively slim design and light weight. It feels good in your hand and is attractive. Not being a big fan of colored cases, the red is actually attractive (can't believe I'm saying that). Had the black one been available at the time, I would have definitely gone with that one. But the red is masculine and I can live with it. Agree with cubanaso about the delicacy of the small plastic strip between microusb port and front of phone (screen). This went under extreme stress when I put the phone in and I thought I was going to break it (most likely because I didn't put it in the best way). Thankfully it flexed but didn't break. My suggestion would be to pay the most attention to this area when installing phone. Because of the shape of the phone, the natural instinct is to put the bottom side in the case first. Might want to try putting the top side in first and flex the bottom instead .
Fit - snug fit and definitely isn't going anywhere. Feels like a part of the phone. I actually removed it to instal microusb card, then put it back it. It is a challenge, but not impossible. Like I stated before, you have to be super sensitive to the case's thin plastic strip near microusb port. Overall fit is excellent if you don't plan on taking it on and off.
Function - I've actually dropped it from about 5 feet and it was fine. No damage to case of phone. I'd say the protection level is above average but not Otterbox Defender level. It is probably comparable to the Otterbox commuter series. Minor scratches to back of phone, but still looks relatively new after a month. As far as the buttons go, the case-mate setup actually works quite well. The protrude just the right amount to where you know where they are without having to look at the phone. I can feel the correct orientation of my phone and upright it without looking at it. Big plus. But they take just enough intentional push to where I have yet to accidentally turn off the phone. Not even once. The execution of the buttons (and the side grip as a whole) is probably the biggest plus of the case-mate Pop! Case. Who knows, if Otterbox takes to long, I just may stick with the Pop! Case. I'm not a huge fan of a Red case (by any manufacturer), but this one is actually a good one and is starting to grow on me.
Price - As of right now, I wouldn't pay retail for this case. There was a time when this was the only decent case imo and it was only offered on AT&T site. This is not the situation anymore. Here is another site where it is discounted:
http://www.mrhit.com/POP_Case_RED_Samsung_Focus_i917_Windows7_Case_Mate_p/mh-22674.htm

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310284312222
Forget $90. Forget $22. How about $10????? Free Shipping too.
Seems like a legit seller.

That's a deal right there.

wildbilll said:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310284312222
Forget $90. Forget $22. How about $10????? Free Shipping too.
Seems like a legit seller.
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i hope he sells the black ones soon

Got in the $10 red one today by USPS.
Pardon the lousy photos.
What I need now is a leather belt case that will hold it and close fully since it now measures 129mm x 69mm x 15.5mm with this case on it. My original size was 123mm x 65mm x 10mm.
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Nice!!! I just got the black one. I love the case

wildbilll said:
Got in the $10 red one today by USPS.
Pardon the lousy photos.
What I need now is a leather belt case that will hold it and close fully since it now measures 129mm x 69mm x 15.5mm with this case on it. My original size was 123mm x 65mm x 10mm.
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i broke off the thin red strip where the micro usb slot is...this allows you to take the case off and put it back on with ease...case will still retain its tighness on the phone

chizzwhizz said:
i broke off the thin red strip where the micro usb slot is...this allows you to take the case off and put it back on with ease...case will still retain its tighness on the phone
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In the process of taking a picture of the sd card for another thread here on the focus site under general, I took off the case to get to the memory card.
When I was putting the Case Mate back on, one end of the thin part broke. This is definitely a weak spot in the design.
Did you remove it (the red strip) completely, and if so did you cut away the rubber gasket or leave that?

wildbilll said:
In the process of taking a picture of the sd card for another thread here on the focus site under general, I took off the case to get to the memory card.
When I was putting the Case Mate back on, one end of the thin part broke. This is definitely a weak spot in the design.
Did you remove it (the red strip) completely, and if so did you cut away the rubber gasket or leave that?
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i left the rubber there. The thin red strip makes it so hard to remove the case but without it, the rubber there can expand for easy removal.

AngelSpirit said:
Looks like case mate made official their case for the samsung focus (other than just by the AT&T store: http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Focus-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Focus-Pop-Cases.asp
EDIT (on 11-01-2010):
Just received the black version from case-mate. The reason for the case being 30$-ish, it includes a screen protector kit. I can defenitively tell that the black version looks slicker than the red one. But that's a mater of personal taste. I mean it's slicker in a way that it look like it's more *part* of the phone, meaning its less obvious that you have a case on it. Anyway that's my 2 cents
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Which shipping option did you choose and how long did it take to get to Canada? Thx.

sabesh said:
Which shipping option did you choose and how long did it take to get to Canada? Thx.
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just the USPS one (the cheapest), got it within about 5-6 business days (I'm in Montreal)

SGP Ultra Capsule real life pictures

as promised, here are the pictures we were talking about on the other topic.
i've been using it for 3 months now, i doubt you'll find another case that fits as perfect as the SGP well worth the $20
it comes with a screen protector as well
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pictures taken from Nexus S

Thanks for the pix! Now that I see how it covers the chrome bezel, I am likely to pick one up. I have several dings in my bezel, and a nice case might be just the ticket.

Rearth Ringke - Silicone Case for Motorola Motoroi XT720
I just noticed this one while looking at the SGP (Also available in bright purple). It seems to crawl further over the screen and covers/protects some buttons. Anyone know what the big button next to the volume buttons does on the Motoroi?

Mioze7Ae said:
I just noticed this one while looking at the SGP (Also available in bright purple). It seems to crawl further over the screen and covers/protects some buttons. Anyone know what the big button next to the volume buttons does on the Motoroi?
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very nice find
However.... according to the pictures, and my SGP case
it seems to point out the 4 touch buttons will be under the plastic
but never the less, it's a very good alternative, specially the purple colour one

Mioze7Ae said:
I just noticed this one while looking at the SGP (Also available in bright purple). It seems to crawl further over the screen and covers/protects some buttons. Anyone know what the big button next to the volume buttons does on the Motoroi?
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It looks like a voice command button. Whatever it is, it is definitely missing from the XT720

AllGamer said:
very nice find
However.... according to the pictures, and my SGP case
it seems to point out the 4 touch buttons will be under the plastic
but never the less, it's a very good alternative, specially the purple colour one
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I think that's not too big a problem since the case is silicone, so I suspect you can press the buttons. They seem to thin the case out there so that the lights show through. They do something similar with all the other buttons, too (volume etc). They're covered with a thiner region of silicone. The only holes are the proximity sensors, and where jacks go in (headphones, USB, HDMI, speaker, microphone, strap) and whatever that big button-looking thing is that isn't on our phone. The korean text says "DMB" there which based on some quick googling refers to the Motoroi's TV tuner--it's strange that everything else is covered, so perhaps that's a place you attach an antenna or something. It's interesting. I sort of feel like the silicone coming so close to the edge of the screen might interfere with using the scrollbar depending on how "sticky" the silicone is.

Got mine from Ebay. Very fast Delivery. 7 days from Korea to Singapore.

hey guys,
there's a new case design from SGP, it looks really interesting. have a look here.
Code:
http://www.exportprive.com/valencia-swarovski-crystal-leather-case-motoroi-xt720-white-p-13624.html

how abt org a bulk purchase for SG users...

@Spiderx_mm: look nice
@hermes76: good idea, i can safely say that non of the HP shops here sell case for our phone. The should know that not everyone using I'crap'Phone.

1. count me in

the gap thats ontop of the volume buttons is for the DMB button
aka Digital media broadcast button aka tv button
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Multimedia_Broadcasting

yeap, most Japanese phones and Korean phones have build in TVs
for times cases exactly like what is happening right now in Japan
the TV does not require 3G, it is over the air like good old antennae TV, but it's Digital

Count me in too,if u guys are serious abt ordering the sgp case altogether.

How much did u pay in total?(Including every single cost) in Sing dollars?

For those who wants to order the SGP ultra capsule for Motoroi, better buy the new black leather case also from SGP. The rubber capsule doesn't look and feel as premier as the phone, so you decide.

chaud said:
How much did u pay in total?(Including every single cost) in Sing dollars?
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Total i pay US$39.99 (Case = 19.99 + EMS shipping =20.00) = S$59+ .
Better buy when US$ rate drop.
Exchange rate: http://www.xe.com/ucc/

+1 recommendation
Just thought I would put my 2 cents in, the case is great and fits very well, I got one from korea through ebay and it came with a screen protector which is also really good. Very sturdy best case I have ever had for a phone.
One thing to keep in mind, the extra distance that the usb flap has to travel caused mine to fall off, not really an issue for me as I found it a little annoying but I would still like it to be on my phone if given a choice. Also the phone "feels" a little plasticy once you install it, it is a totally psychological thing but the phone does not feel as elegant once its on.
All in all tops

Oh, so I got this a little bit ago finally after about 5 weeks shipping. The case itself was a good fit for the most part, except for on the side where one part was popping out and not fitting tightly on like the rest of the case. Whether this was something to do with the way the case was packaged/stored or some other reason I don't know. After working with and trying to squeeze that part to fit, it's not as bad -though it still sticks out a bit. Probably will be fully gone once I wrap something around it and leave it on for a good little while (like an elastic wound tightly would probably do it).
Other than that, the case fits well. But the places around openings (i.e. camera button, power button, etc...) seem roughly cut and unpolished, though it isn't a very big deal, just slight quibble (and may just be mine).
The screen protector which comes with it is not as special as advertised I think, but it does the job and has a good smooth feel to it - and cleans more easily, so I like it.
The thing is, while the case looks nice, fits nice etc... the phone just looks and feels so much better without it on (slimmer, sleeker, nicer to hold etc...), so when I don't need the protection I take it off. But definitely a worthwhile purchase nonetheless.

I am getting my xt720 this week and am now looking for a case. i would really like to get a sgp capsule in black, though it seems like they discontinued this colour and now only sell blue and red.
any news on that front?
thx

Htc one m8 full body

Hello people,
My phones body has hairline scratchs and point scratchs. So I decided to order a full body. And While I was checking it in AliExpress I got a manufacturer who produces HTC ONE M8 body. And I ordered this
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What do you think??

i buy my stuff at etradesupply, because ther eis easiyer paypment and it seems more reputable for me. if you have a bigger budget go on etradesupply, they should have better stuff.
But if you want to buy from aliexpress, then watch the seller rating, dont buy from new seller or sellers with like 20 reatings

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i buy my stuff at etradesupply, because ther eis easiyer paypment and it seems more reputable for me. if you have a bigger budget go on etradesupply, they should have better stuff.
But if you want to buy from aliexpress, then watch the seller rating, dont buy from new seller or sellers with like 20 reatings
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I already bougth this. The rating of the seller was close to 100%. When I recieve the product, I will again share pics here.

ok. could you maybe post your steps for replacing the back. i am goign to replace mine with a blue one and make a blue silver combo. and need some step description

I started off with a gunmetal M8. Since I've had it I've changed it to black, then to red and I've now just ordered the blue! I hate scratches, even small ones. That's what's prompted me to change again. I got a whole set including rear, top and bottom, plus card trays for a bargain £25 off AliExpress. All my orders have been with AliExpress and all have been superb quality and great service. I can't complain.

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I started off with a gunmetal M8. Since I've had it I've changed it to black, then to red and I've now just ordered the blue! I hate scratches, even small ones. That's what's prompted me to change again. I got a whole set including rear, top and bottom, plus card trays for a bargain £25 off AliExpress. All my orders have been with AliExpress and all have been superb quality and great service. I can't complain.
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yeah allumiunium body has a big disadvantage, ****ign scratches like hell arghhhh. ohh nice to hear , that you onle had posotiv experience with ali express. i have the problem of paypment methods.
i live in germany, dont have a credit card and dont want to pay the high fee when you pay with money transfer. paypal is for me the best option, so i am going to buy at etradesupply.
i am going to make, as already said, a silver blue combination. hopefully it looks as great as your iron man

Chris_c81 said:
I started off with a gunmetal M8. Since I've had it I've changed it to black, then to red and I've now just ordered the blue! I hate scratches, even small ones. That's what's prompted me to change again. I got a whole set including rear, top and bottom, plus card trays for a bargain £25 off AliExpress. All my orders have been with AliExpress and all have been superb quality and great service. I can't complain.
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I do agree with you about scratches
Which seller do you buy from? And as Zubeplanet said, Did you have record while changing the body broh?

Zubeplanet said:
yeah allumiunium body has a big disadvantage, ****ign scratches like hell arghhhh. ohh nice to hear , that you onle had posotiv experience with ali express. i have the problem of paypment methods.
i live in germany, dont have a credit card and dont want to pay the high fee when you pay with money transfer. paypal is for me the best option, so i am going to buy at etradesupply.
i am going to make, as already said, a silver blue combination. hopefully it looks as great as your iron man
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Dropped mine the other day, slid out of my work trouser pocket onto tarmac Was so gutted! Took nicks out of the red paint in several places. Hence purchased blue.
Guys though, check out this thread for wealth of information.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2849687
Hardest part is heating up the top and bottom speaker grilles and getting something thin underneath to start lifting them off. After that it's just a case of removing the screws under them and gently easing open.
Points of caution:
1. Watch you don't damage the black plastic which ever so slightly sits proud running the length of the edges of the handset. This is not replaceable (well, not easily) and forms part of the main chassis. It's pretty weak plastic so likelihood is you will 'nick' it a little but don't worry too much if you do, small nicks are barely noticeable. Take a chunk out though and it will be!
2. Don't forget to heat the NFC chip and peel off and apply to new case.
3. When reapply the speaker grilles, with the top one ensure no dust gets between the front camera lens and the grille because once stuck down, you'll have to go through heating up and peeling off again!
4. Careful with the power button. It's the trickiest piece to keep in place while re-seating the cover. I find holding it upside down and letting gravity help keep the power button in place helps.
It really is quite easy and difficult to break anything really.
As for AliExpress here is my order history:
Never had a problem with any of those sales. Just awaiting the last one, blue case.
saslann said:
I do agree with you about scratches
Which seller do you buy from? And as Zubeplanet said, Did you have record while changing the body broh?
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