Was thinking since everyone always breaks the back glass, maybe it would be nice if someone could get a company of some sort to make one replacing the glass? XD
Imagine, would look awesome with a carbon fiber back. No more cracks sweeeet.
Sorry not sure if right thread? Pics if anyone has don't this would be appreciated.
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Itswagz said:
Was thinking since everyone always breaks the back glass, maybe it would be nice if someone could get a company of some sort to make one replacing the glass? XD
Imagine, would look awesome with a carbon fiber back. No more cracks sweeeet.
Sorry not sure if right thread? Pics if anyone has don't this would be appreciated.
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Ehhh.....
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Found here: http://dbrand.com/submodels/nexus-4/
Thread on xda about it here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2095261
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Ehhh.....
Found here: http://dbrand.com/submodels/nexus-4/
Thread on xda about it here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2095261
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I'm pretty sure he is talking about replacing the glass with carbon fiber not just covering it
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id say that a lot less people break the back glass than you think, not even close to everyone. i abuse my device, and have watched it fall many time, no broken back glass. there are micro-scratches on the back, and the front is in perfect condition. that back glass helps the phone cool down faster by transferring the heat out of the phone, thats why the back is glass.
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id say that a lot less people break the back glass than you think, not even close to everyone. i abuse my device, and have watched it fall many time, no broken back glass. there are micro-scratches on the back, and the front is in perfect condition. that back glass helps the phone cool down faster by transferring the heat out of the phone, thats why the back is glass.
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I have a Nexus 4 on the way (very excited to be coming back to Android from WP7). I'm looking at getting the Poetic bumper because I like the colours, and that's what Google seems to recommend for the phone. Does anyone think bumpers help with protection? I am under the impression that cracks and breaks happen when the edge of the devices is met with force, and not just blunt force to the glass, because that is what Gorilla Glass is designed to resist.
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I have a Nexus 4 on the way (very excited to be coming back to Android from WP7). I'm looking at getting the Poetic bumper because I like the colours, and that's what Google seems to recommend for the phone. Does anyone think bumpers help with protection? I am under the impression that cracks and breaks happen when the edge of the devices is met with force, and not just blunt force to the glass, because that is what Gorilla Glass is designed to resist.
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The poetic is actually an alright case. The bumpers help with most drops that land on the side. But if you have some sort of coins in your pocket or keys or anything that can scratch the back or front I recommend a back and front screen protector. And also wherever you drop the bumper case the glass will not crack. The weakest spot for it is if a acute object goes straight into the middle of the phone ( near the nexus logo)
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I have left my nexus 4 in my pocket but don't tell me how fragile the back is to scratches man! Everywhere. My front screen was perfect and the back was scratched like hell.
Now I have the nillkin matte case but I would much rather if it had the carbon fiber back. Carbon fiber is still a strong competitor to glass. Are those skins hard or soft?
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The poetic is actually an alright case. The bumpers help with most drops that land on the side. But if you have some sort of coins in your pocket or keys or anything that can scratch the back or front I recommend a back and front screen protector. And also wherever you drop the bumper case the glass will not crack. The weakest spot for it is if a acute object goes straight into the middle of the phone ( near the nexus logo)
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I never put anything but my phone in my right pants pocket. I have an HTC Titan that I had the OEM case and 2 3rd party cases and just stopped using them because they added too much bulk, and also had to be removed to be docked. I've had my Titan for over a year and I've only dropped it maybe 4 or 5 times. I really just need cursory protection as I've never broken a phone.
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I never put anything but my phone in my right pants pocket. I have an HTC Titan that I had the OEM case and 2 3rd party cases and just stopped using them because they added too much bulk, and also had to be removed to be docked. I've had my Titan for over a year and I've only dropped it maybe 4 or 5 times. I really just need cursory protection as I've never broken a phone.
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Wheeew you know I was just looking at the post the guy who had the skins and they look amazing! Carbon fiber with a black poetic case would work awesome! They protect against scratches and also the bumper protects the actual screen...
Now you got me wanting a skin and a bumper myself xD
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Itswagz said:
I have left my nexus 4 in my pocket but don't tell me how fragile the back is to scratches man! Everywhere. My front screen was perfect and the back was scratched like hell.
Now I have the nillkin matte case but I would much rather if it had the carbon fiber back. Carbon fiber is still a strong competitor to glass. Are those skins hard or soft?
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From the pictures it looks like it's in between hard and soft. The textures seem pretty great though.
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From the pictures it looks like it's in between hard and soft. The textures seem pretty great though.
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I know right! I've actually changed my mind and I'm getting a carbon fiber with a blue TPU bumper case off eBay.
12$ for the skin and 7$ for the bumper= 19$ for a sweet combo! Would look something like this
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Anyone know the difference between the poetic bumpers on eBay and the TPU bumpers? Which one is recommended? Not the official since it only comes in black, I want blue...
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Are those skins hard or soft?
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They are soft. I own two of there skins (installed one so far). They are certainly for aesthetic purposes with the exception that they prevent scratches. Here is my setup with a ringke fusion case.
Dbrand was nice enough to not cut out the nexus symbol on request. The less places for dust to collect the better.
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They are soft. I own two of there skins (installed one so far). They are certainly for aesthetic purposes with the exception that they prevent scratches. Here is my setup with a ringke fusion case.
Dbrand was nice enough to not cut out the nexus symbol on request. The less places for dust to collect the better.
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I like the look of the nexus letters showing.... Do you think it would be better to have them not cut out? I like it and seems a little more decoration because its plain. Surely it cant collect a lot of dust can it?
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How about an alluminim back like the iPhone 5 IFK but it mite block NFC and wireless charging but it'd look cool
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IRX120 said:
How about an alluminim back like the iPhone 5 IFK but it mite block NFC and wireless charging but it'd look cool
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There's such a case but some users have reported total signal loss, while some others get just mild signal loss. Try at your own risk
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2252586
And thus it's most likely an aluminium back won't work unless there are plastic cutouts for the antenna.
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Today I took receipt of 2 Nillkin Hard Cases for the GT-N7100 Galaxy Note (One brown, one Red.)
I bought them from eBay for around £6 each delivered, the quality is surprisingly good, I wasn't keen on having a TPU or Soft Silicone case, or the flip case that I had for my original Note. So I thought I'd give this one a try.
You can see that it comes well packaged, not just in an envelope as is usually the case from Chinese suppliers of such products.
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It also includes a screen protector, I've not yet fitted that, as I already have one fitted that's in good condition.
As you can see from the next set of photos, it doesn't really add a great deal of bulk, which is another reason I didn't want a TPU or Silicon case.
Granted I can't see it protecting the phone from a massive fall, but I wanted to keep the svelte lines as much as I could, whilst adding some grip, which it does nicely with the texture that is on the under side.
The fit is really snug, I had reservations at first, but once it's fitted it doesn't move at all, so I have no worries about it slipping off.
All-in-all I think it's a really good product, it adds protection from scratches for most of the phone, whilst not being too bulky, just enough thickness to save the camera lens from getting scratched when you put the phone down.
So if you're looking for a case and have similar requirements to my own, consider giving this one a try.
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Excellent review and photos,its a shame the case doesn't cover the top and bottom of the phone .
i just made a thread about this, but yours is nicer so....
I didn't like the fit at ALL until I just removed the back cover from my note 2 completely.
I don't really care about NFC so I'm okay with this. I like having a bit more lip too.
I find a couple of the edges a bit sharp. meaning if I hold the phone in landscape, my index fingers get scraped a little bit by the case edges.
I might sand them down or something.
The texture on the case is quite nice - pretty subtle but noticable when you hold it.
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Excellent review and photos,its a shame the case doesn't cover the top and bottom of the phone .
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I know what you mean, but at least it looks uniform all the way around, I had a couple of flip cases, one made by a company called Tenda, great case and had a similar hard back to it, that case did cover all the edges... except for one corner, it would have looked a bit daft if it didn't have the flip screen cover.
But because of the material, I think it would be a nightmare taking it off, if it did cover every edge, as because it's really stiff, you need some leverage when you do want to remove it.
ChodTheWacko said:
i just made a thread about this, but yours is nicer so....
I didn't like the fit at ALL until I just removed the back cover from my note 2 completely.
I don't really care about NFC so I'm okay with this. I like having a bit more lip too.
I find a couple of the edges a bit sharp. meaning if I hold the phone in landscape, my index fingers get scraped a little bit by the case edges.
I might sand them down or something.
The texture on the case is quite nice - pretty subtle but noticable when you hold it.
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It might just be the batch you've got perhaps, I've just been around both cases, both on and off, and there are no sharp edges, in your case, a small nail file or wet'n'dry should do the trick.
I think I know what you mean about the fit, I too was a bit cautious as it "almost" sits flush with the screen, but there is a bit of a lip and I've shaken the hell out it and it's going know where haha.
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I get one. Very slim charming
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I received my black one yesterday. Yeah, it stinks that the top and bottom are exposed, otherwise it would be perfect.
If you're looking for the lightest, minimalist case, this is the one.
Honestly, you really can't go wrong with a product that says "SUPER COOL" on the packaging. :laugh:
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I received my black one yesterday. Yeah, it stinks that the top and bottom are exposed, otherwise it would be perfect.
If you're looking for the lightest, minimalist case, this is the one.
Honestly, you really can't go wrong with a product that says "SUPER COOL" on the packaging. :laugh:
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Haha, yeah that made me chuckle when I read that. Lol.
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RavenY2K3 said:
Today I took receipt of 2 Nillkin Hard Cases for the GT-N7100 Galaxy Note (One brown, one Red.)
I bought them from eBay for around £6 each delivered, the quality is surprisingly good, I wasn't keen on having a TPU or Soft Silicone case, or the flip case that I had for my original Note. So I thought I'd give this one a try.
You can see that it comes well packaged, not just in an envelope as is usually the case from Chinese suppliers of such products.
All-in-all I think it's a really good product, it adds protection from scratches for most of the phone, whilst not being too bulky, just enough thickness to save the camera lens from getting scratched when you put the phone down.
So if you're looking for a case and have similar requirements to my own, consider giving this one a try.
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Thanks. I am expecting the black one. I love the texture look. I am hoping it feels like it looks.
Be careful though. It looks like you already have some scratches.
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Thanks. I am expecting the black one. I love the texture look. I am hoping it feels like it looks.
Be careful though. It looks like you already have some scratches.
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There's a screen protector on my beast, they arrived 4 days before the phone haha
That's a really nice case you have there. I envy your adventurous nature in going for red, I'd be more conservative and go for grey or black!
Anyhow I was also looking at this similar case and thought it offers a little more protection around the top / bottom. Any opinions?
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That's a really nice case you have there. I envy your adventurous nature in going for red, I'd be more conservative and go for grey or black!
Anyhow I was also looking at this similar case and thought it offers a little more protection around the top / bottom. Any opinions?
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I'd be more inclined to go for the one you've found, for that added protection, I have ordered a aluminum bumper and a flip case which I'll probably post a review about, unless someone already has.
I might buy the one you've posted about too lol.
Yeah I'm on the case hunt too. Already bought the S-Line with kickstand just yesterday. I also really like the look of the one I linked to above. I'm interested in this flip cover too , which I really like for its corner protection - should be protective enough for most falls and no magnet involved to interfere with the s-pen.
And worst of all, I don't even own a Note 2 yet. Crazy or what?!
Anyhow apologies for hijacking your useful review thread
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I have one. I think its more slippery than the back Dolf the phone itself!
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I ordered one a few days ago. Can you tell me approximately how long it took for delivery?
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I have one. I think its more slippery than the back Dolf the phone itself!
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Which case is that then as there's a few mentioned above? I'll stay away from that one once I know as the phone is slippery enough as is (from trying out in store).
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RavenY2K3 said:
Today I took receipt of 2 Nillkin Hard Cases for the GT-N7100 Galaxy Note (One brown, one Red.)
I bought them from eBay for around £6 each delivered, the quality is surprisingly good, I wasn't keen on having a TPU or Soft Silicone case, or the flip case that I had for my original Note. So I thought I'd give this one a try.
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White ones look nice too, but its just hard to maintain the white from turning dull color. If you have time, please post some pics of your brown case
Raven
Who was your seller on ebay?
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Raven
Who was your seller on ebay?
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Original_Digi88 was the seller I bought mine from
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190729775236?ru=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_sacat%3D0%26_from%3DR40%26_nkw%3D190729775236%26_rdc%3D1
For those interested, I have reviewed another product.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1975267
nice
i wish they had it in malaysia
Ive always wanted this phone cover! Someone finally got it for for Christmas!!
Now I need a screen protector. Any recommendations?
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SGP ultra crystal screen protector & aluminum home buttons!
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-note-2.html
Can you take an up lose photo of how much of the screen the case covers? I have that case coming to me and I need to know if I need to order a replacement for my Zagg screen protector(no issues with it but it goes all the way to the edge of the screen).
Thanks
layziebone said:
Ive always wanted this phone cover! Someone finally got it for for Christmas!!
Now I need a screen protector. Any recommendations?
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what is different in this than Samsing Galaxy Note II Protective Cover I mean what does extra + holds and from where did you get it.
could you also share some pics like un-boxing and on the device
I don't think there is a non-plus version
swyped all these spelling errors from my galaxy note 2
Gvndeb60 said:
Can you take an up lose photo of how much of the screen the case covers? I have that case coming to me and I need to know if I need to order a replacement for my Zagg screen protector(no issues with it but it goes all the way to the edge of the screen).
Thanks
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I use an xtremeguard screen protector, which goes all the way to the edge (like zagg). The case works fine and doesn't overlap on the screen at all. I don't know how to accurately describe it, but it kind of just sits on the chrome bezel.
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This case scratches REALLY easily on the back, like the Speck Candyshell. I only have my wallet in the same pocket, and there are noticeable scratches on the back. I think if it get's cheaper in the future, I'll pick another one up and try to make this one matte with fine sandpaper.
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I use an xtremeguard screen protector, which goes all the way to the edge (like zagg).
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Sorry for being OT, but the XTREMEGUARD goes all the way to the edge? Like including the curved part of the screen? Have you experienced any lifting yet? I dont plan on using any case with it.
Also, does anyone have any discount codes for them?
read through this thread: Best Screen Protector. A lot of people chime in on Just Like Like, SPG, Zagg, to cheap chinese ones. You'll have a much better idea what will find your preferences, needs and wants.
anirudh412 said:
Sorry for being OT, but the XTREMEGUARD goes all the way to the edge? Like including the curved part of the screen? Have you experienced any lifting yet? I dont plan on using any case with it.
Also, does anyone have any discount codes for them?
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Xtremeguard goes all the way to the edge but it lifts if you have a case that has sharp lifts. Threw mine away but used the battery protector
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what is different in this than Samsing Galaxy Note II Protective Cover I mean what does extra + holds and from where did you get it.
could you also share some pics like un-boxing and on the device
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Didn't take photos unboxing but here are a couple of photos on the device.
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Just bought this. I recommend it. Just beautiful. Access to everything and with the confidence of buying a genuine product.
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I have the black one and the only thing I don't like is how the back easily scratches.
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Haven't had any scratches on the Protective Cover since the day I received it. It's probably because I managed to fit it into a velvet pouch. :silly:
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I have the black one and the only thing I don't like is how the back easily scratches.
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Haven't had any scratches on the Protective Cover since the day I received it. It's probably because I managed to fit it into a velvet pouch. :silly:
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Mine has alot of tiny scratches but I love it. It fits perfect and matches the phone very well.
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So what if it scratches? Or should we buy a cover for the cover?
Batter a scratch on the case than the phone.
I really love rhis case.
Peace
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I would recommend getting the bestskins ever screen protector. High quality products and it's not that expensive.
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So what if it scratches? Or should we buy a cover for the cover?
Batter a scratch on the case than the phone.
I really love rhis case.
Peace
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Im just saying it can become an eye sore. They could have made the back mate instead of glossy to eliminate the problem but it is what it is and I would buy it again regardless.
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Sorry for being OT, but the XTREMEGUARD goes all the way to the edge? Like including the curved part of the screen? Have you experienced any lifting yet? I dont plan on using any case with it.
Also, does anyone have any discount codes for them?
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It goes all the way to the edge. My first one actually got scratched up when I used an alcohol pad to clean it.
No lifting so far. Please be advised that the pen does not work well with it. I use the pen like once every two weeks, so I just left this screen protector on. Might replace it when there is a non-zagg-like one that goes to the edges.
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It goes all the way to the edge. My first one actually got scratched up when I used an alcohol pad to clean it.
No lifting so far. Please be advised that the pen does not work well with it. I use the pen like once every two weeks, so I just left this screen protector on. Might replace it when there is a non-zagg-like one that goes to the edges.
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These cover more than xtremeguard and are better with the s pen. I had an xtremeguard screen protector then I switched to jlg and I like this one alot better. Use code iwantultra for 40% off plus free shipping.
www.clearprotector.com
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can someone tell me if the original sammy case is compatible with this?
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...note-2-screen-protector-steinheil-series.html
or will it lift it at the corners? thanx
Besides the fact of keeping the phone in good condition for resale later on, and or working in a dirty environment. Why do YOU use a case on your Nexus 4?
And who is using the phone just naked?
Don't forget to vote in the poll as well!
This phone is solid yet fragile at the same time. I have hard cover snap on simply because I do not want to damage the back. Without a case it pretty much takes only one fall for the glass to crack.
My Nexus 4 is my most scratched phone (thanks to it's weak back glass) and the chrome borders are so soft you can even mark them with your nails...
I'm so happy that my case finally arrived last week...
Cuz i can!
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Can you easily cough up another 350? Without, it's a fantastic piece of equipment to hold & admire.
Can you not? Buy a nice thin case and be extremely f**ng careful with it, chances are it will shatter when falling on to the wrong surface.
Now you can't say we didn't warn you.
I use the LG bumper case because it gives the phone protection and still looks like it is part of the phone. I also love that the buttons on the bumper feel exactly like the ones on the actual phone.
The big negative though, is the extra bulk. I could go without that but I'd rather have peace of mind knowing that if I drop the phone it at least stands some sort of a chance of surviving scratch free.
11 weeks of daily use and abuse yet not a single scratch and mine it's NAKED!
Don't know what others are doing with their phones but mine is holding up superbly.
(Note: I do have a Poetic bumper but I really use it. It's naked 99.99% of the time.)
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I went for the Nillkin case cause of the back.
One day before I received it, my cat managed to throw my mobile down while charging.
Chrome Border has a slight dent on the left side, lucky the glass didn't shatter.
So, yes, a case is necessary
FallN said:
11 weeks of daily use and abuse yet not a single scratch and mine it's NAKED!
Don't know what others are doing with their phones but mine is holding up superbly.
(Note: I do have a Poetic bumper but I really use it. It's naked 99.99% of the time.)
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I use the LG bumper and have the poetic bumper as well, with no screen protectors on either side. No scratches and everything is fine.
I've never used a full case on a phone, and never will. I still take the bumper off sometimes, this phone looks nice but even with the LG bumper people think it's just the phone without anything on it.
Naked. I hate cases.
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Me im going to have my phone all natural when in use, but when in my pocket im going to go for a Bugatti pouch.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2062260
Naked, had the poetic bumper case but it was poor quality and fell apart. No scratches or dents with a lot of use
I've had mine since November 15 with no case or screen protector and so far I have a tiny scratch on the front that could only be seen with the keenest of eye sight. I think it was when I was salting my walk way and there must have been some salt residue on my fingers. As for the back there's a couple scratches that happened when I was entering a courthouse and I had to put my phone in one of those plastic trays before I went through a medal detector. I'm almost certain there was some kind of dirt dust in there that caused it. It was literally in the for 5 seconds. I actually considered that possibility and I was right. Overall I baby this thing.. Not counting the time in the plastic bin. I never lay it down on a surface without thinking of the consequences first. When I'm at my house I always put it on a winter hat or a sock or something. For one to protect it from scratches and also to avoid it sliding off on it's own. Don't get me wrong I love this phone, but compared to my Nexus S I feel like it's so fragile. That's why I just ordered an official bumper. To take some of the edge off while using it every day. I don't want to have to worry about it as much.
Official bumper case with Skinomi protectors on front and back. Perfect condition.
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HellBunny said:
Official bumper case with Skinomi protectors on front and back. Perfect condition.
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To all the people using it naked or with a bumper it's only a matter of time before we see your thread how it cracked in your pocket or best case you just scratch it up. I mean you guys do know that once you crack the front the phone stops working.
I use a mercury slim case because I know this phone is fragile and even though I probably got my nexus for free since I resold a few I would never use it naked for more than a few minutes. Hey some people like living on the edge
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Besides the fact of keeping the phone in good condition for resale later on, and or working in a dirty environment. Why do YOU use a case on your Nexus 4?
And who is using the phone just naked?
Don't forget to vote in the poll as well!
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Also so that it does not break so I don't have to repair it. I was going to buy the bumper then realized with no case the back of my phone has a chance of cracking if I hit it against something while it's in my pocket.
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To all the people using it naked or with a bumper it's only a matter of time before we see your thread how it cracked in your pocket or best case you just scratch it up. I mean you guys do know that once you crack the front the phone stops working.
I use a mercury slim case because I know this phone is fragile and even though I probably got my nexus for free since I resold a few I would never use it naked for more than a few minutes. Hey some people like living on the edge
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As I just posted in the post right above this one. This is the exact reason I did not order the bumper from the play store today. I thought about it.
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I use the LG bumper and have the poetic bumper as well, with no screen protectors on either side. No scratches and everything is fine.
I've never used a full case on a phone, and never will. I still take the bumper off sometimes, this phone looks nice but even with the LG bumper people think it's just the phone without anything on it.
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Out of interest, which is the better bumper?
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I like using my phone naked, like I like woman naked
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to protect the back/sides of it which is look like prone to be scratched and broken also protect the Camera lens, Plus good and nice grip.
so i can just put any where without the fear to break/scratch the back glass!.
I always use my phones naked, cases are big and screen protector makes the screen less fluid-like to swipe on.
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So i bought a tempered glass.
But the sides woulnt fit.
Is this thing a bit round on the glass?
Looks like it is round a bit.
Can you post a pic to get a better idea of what you are describing. Also some screen protectors are smaller than the screen to help with cases and also to avoid edge peeling.
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Can you post a pic to get a better idea of what you are describing. Also some screen protectors are smaller than the screen to help wit cases and also to avoid edge peeling.
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Did already remove it.
The sides it wouldnt fit stays open on the sides does not fill completely.
I bought one now wich is a bit round and should fit on the nexus 6 (i hope).
My english is not very good ...
Hard to explain...
I ordered this one, I am currently using it. So far it has been great.
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I ordered this one, I am currently using it. So far it has been great.
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Is that one a bit round to ?
Does the package says it ?
Did it fill the whole screen?
It is round but it fits well in my case.
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It is round but it fits well in my case.
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You have the same problem.
Its open at the sides.
I see air under the sides ...
Guess yours is not round to so it does not fit very well .
I see what you mean. My moto x is a lot worse so I am happy with this one
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I see what you mean. My moto x is a lot worse so I am happy with this one
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Thanks for helping me out.
Will put a pic if i have my round one
Toeterbaas is right.
Yesterday I have installed one on my Nexus 6 (cheap one from E-Bay) and I am suffering same issue, the sides are not fitting well.
The videos in YouTube shows no issues but I am getting them.
I am not sure what is the reason for that.
Today I've ordered a new one called "G-Shield" from Gizzmo, and I'll try something else, but I am not sure.
Anyone with a successfully installed glass?
Best tempered glass protector I've used. Love it. And I tried like 3 different types.
Tranesca Full Cover Edge to Edge Tempered Glass Screen Protector for Google Nexus 6
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CNWKACK/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_MupqybCSFHR03
Goes right around the edges. Can't even see it. Love this protector. Seriously
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Best tempered glass protector I've used. Love it. And I tried like 3 different types.
Tranesca Full Cover Edge to Edge Tempered Glass Screen Protector for Google Nexus 6
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CNWKACK/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_MupqybCSFHR03
Goes right around the edges. Can't even see it. Love this protector. Seriously
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Buy the one @ozzmanj1 linked above; I'm on my 3rd and they all have fit perfectly. This was the 5th and only one I found on Amazon that fit properly.
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Buy this one; I'm on my 3rd and they all have fit perfectly. This was the 5th and only one I found on Amazon that fit properly.
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The one I posted works great. No halo effects and fits great.
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The one I posted works great. No halo effects and fits great.
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He wasn't arguing with you. He was CONFIRMING what you said.
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The one I posted works great. No halo effects and fits great.
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That's what I was saying as well; just confirming that it was the best one to buy since I've been through a lot of these things. The N6 seems to be a hard phone to fit a TG screen protector on due to the curved screen edges.
No argument intended, but I did edit my original post to clarify. :good:
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That's what I was saying as well; just confirming that it was the best one to buy since I've been through a lot of these things. The N6 seems to be a hard phone to fit a TG screen protector on due to the curved screen edges.
No argument intended, but I did edit my original post to clarify. :good:
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Apologies I guess I misunderstood. But yeah, it's awesome. I bought 2 extra glass covers. It's superb
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I have bought a Nillkin 9H+ 2.5D Tempered glass screen protector, it costs about 12 bucks on ebay, and it is brilliant, one of the best tempered glass you can buy for your Nexus 6. I'd say it is the best one, but I didn't tried every single one on the market, so I can't. But it is hard to imagine a tempered glass for our dear Shamu to be any better than this.
The glass is precisely cut to end right where the glass on the phone starts to curve, so there is almost no halo effect, just a very minor at the top, but that's nothing to worry about. It is also very durable, at 9H it is as strong as other tempered glasses, but in reality it is very hard to scratch it, believe me, I tried. I even tried things like sandpaper on it, just for fun You can obviously scratch it with a sandpaper or something really hard, but with any everyday item like scissors, keys etc. it can't be scratched.
It has also very smooth surface with super good anti fingerprint coating, it doesn't get fingerprints as much as other glasses do, and when it gets dirty, you can easily wipe it on your t-shirt or something. It is also very comfortable for fingers, so much it is in fact addictive
I use it for about half of a year now, and I can fully recommend it. It will last long if you don't drop your phone and crack it. I think it can easily last over a year if you don't drop it and crack it. Mine is cracked but I still use it anyway, because the crack isn't very visible.
Cutouts are proper and precise, on the top there is a cutout for a proximity sensor, the front facing camera is covered under the glass. No image quality issues if you care about selfies.
You can't definitely go wrong with this one, it is worth every dollar. It can be a little more expensive one at $12, but it is worth it. If it breaks, I'll buy the same one again. I use it with Spigen neo hybrid case and it is perfectly fine.
And as a bonus, you get a couple of small rear camera plastic protectors.
I might take a photo when I get home if you want
PS: the edges of the glass are a little rounded, so called 2.5D effect. Very cool and smooth for fingers.
Hey there XDA freinds. I'm REALLY wanting to get the Bamboo Slickwrap for my white Note 5, but from my experience with putting the bamboo skin on the Nexus 6, the real wood does not play well with curves. I ended up getting it on the curved back of the N6 good with a hair dryer. Got the sides heated up and extra sticky and it held down pretty good. Just wondering if anybody has tried on the Note 5 yet. Its mostly flat, but the edges are curved so much that I fear it will be impossible to get the real wood skins on without breaking them or having them pop up.
Any feedback is appreciated.
i'd be curious to know too. they look pretty slick (no pun intended). I know with dbrand skins in general, they say to use a hair dryer for the curves of a phone, so that's probably pretty standard, OP.
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i'd be curious to know too. they look pretty slick (no pun intended). I know with dbrand skins in general, they say to use a hair dryer for the curves of a phone, so that's probably pretty standard, OP.
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I can assure you that the bamboo is awesome. The one I had for the nexus was sick. I suppose I'll order a note 5 one and see how it works.
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I can assure you that the bamboo is awesome. The one I had for the nexus was sick. I suppose I'll order a note 5 one and see how it works.
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that's cool. how much thicker was it than a normal wrap? could you tell it was a little thicker? also, is it slick to the touch or kind of matte (helping with holding it?)
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that's cool. how much thicker was it than a normal wrap? could you tell it was a little thicker? also, is it slick to the touch or kind of matte (helping with holding it?)
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It's pretty thick compared to a regular wrap. At least as thick as stacking 3-4 standard skins on top of each other.
As for the feel. It's real bamboo. Feels like bamboo. The closest thing I can compare the texture to (other than bamboo) is a wooden cutting board. It's a very nice feel and the wood has enough texture to make the phone pretty easy to hold. When I had the bamboo on my nexus I never felt like I was going to drop it like I did without a case or skin.
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It's pretty thick compared to a regular wrap. At least as thick as stacking 3-4 standard skins on top of each other.
As for the feel. It's real bamboo. Feels like bamboo. The closest thing I can compare the texture to (other than bamboo) is a wooden cutting board. It's a very nice feel and the wood has enough texture to make the phone pretty easy to hold. When I had the bamboo on my nexus I never felt like I was going to drop it like I did without a case or skin.
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nice. could you feel like a sharp edge at the bottom of the phone from the wrap? when I hold my phone, I have my pinky finger under the bottom of the phone supporting it.
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nice. could you feel like a sharp edge at the bottom of the phone from the wrap? when I hold my phone, I have my pinky finger under the bottom of the phone supporting it.
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I hold mine the same way. Have had the "sharp edge" issue with several cases but not the bamboo slick wrap. It was pretty comfortable.
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Hey there XDA freinds. I'm REALLY wanting to get the Bamboo Slickwrap for my white Note 5, but from my experience with putting the bamboo skin on the Nexus 6, the real wood does not play well with curves. I ended up getting it on the curved back of the N6 good with a hair dryer. Got the sides heated up and extra sticky and it held down pretty good. Just wondering if anybody has tried on the Note 5 yet. Its mostly flat, but the edges are curved so much that I fear it will be impossible to get the real wood skins on without breaking them or having them pop up.
Any feedback is appreciated.
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Would you like to see some photos?
The real bamboo wraps stick very well to the glass backs.
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Yes please, also, I ordered the black leather yesterday, really interested in the height/ depth of the camera after akin is installed, thanks and I Love your products
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Would you like to see some photos?
The real bamboo wraps stick very well to the glass backs.
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Yes please!!! That would be awesome.
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Had a leather back on my nexus 6 favorite phone accessory by far. It looks like the style / company who makes the leather for the note might be different? Very interested in pictures.
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Had a leather back on my nexus 6 favorite phone accessory by far. It looks like the style / company who makes the leather for the note might be different? Very interested in pictures.
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Exactly, even giving thought into punching out a hole in my leather once it arrives to mimic the dimple in my Nexus right now. I hope / think the leather is thick enough that it will recede the camera lens._Thoughts?
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Exactly, even giving thought into punching out a hole in my leather once it arrives to mimic the dimple in my Nexus right now. I hope / think the leather is thick enough that it will recede the camera lens._Thoughts?
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Just did a quick test. I layed my previous leather skin from my Nexus 6 on the Note5, it's nearly flush with the camera. Giving some thought on "padding" around the camera cut out in order to raise it slightly. Hope it gets here soon.
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Yes please!!! That would be awesome.
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looks great, really appreciate that.
but some more pics (all angles) would be great.
JagCena said:
looks great, really appreciate that.
but some more pics (all angles) would be great.
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That looks great, could you take a picture of it from the side? I'm curious how far it sticks up from the edge. Also any signs of it peeling off?
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Gorgeous. As expected. But can we get a pic maybe of the phone laying flat on a table, and from the side. As other said, would like to get an idea of the depth of the skin.
Also, is this skin still on the phone? Are the sides peeling at all? How did you get it to wrap around the curved edges so nice? Do you use the hairdryer trick?
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Gorgeous. As expected. But can we get a pic maybe of the phone laying flat on a table, and from the side. As other said, would like to get an idea of the depth of the skin.
Also, is this skin still on the phone? Are the sides peeling at all? How did you get it to wrap around the curved edges so nice? Do you use the hairdryer trick?
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Hello,
If your familiar with the Nexus 6 Bamboo back and it's thickness, than these pieces are thinner which means more flexibility and better adhering. In addition, the corners are slightly beveled to lessen any sharpness while holding the device.
Not a photographer, but delighted to help.
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Hello,
If your familiar with the Nexus 6 Bamboo back and it's thickness, than these pieces are thinner which means more flexibility and better adhering. In addition, the corners are slightly beveled to lessen any sharpness while holding the device.
Not a photographer, but delighted to help.
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That looks perfect. I'll be putting an order in soon!
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Mahogany installed. Looking sexy As Flan