I ordered this, it came today. The case is pretty nice. It has a slim profile, tpu backing with rigid sides. I'll have pics up in the morning if anybody is interested. 18.99 on ebay
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so here are pictures of the case, sorry im a little late with getting these up. The case is a rigid TPU style case, clear on the back with back accents on the sides. It is a tight fit with the phone, but once in its very secure. The case doesnt wrap around the curvature of the phone all the way, so it looks like there will be no issue with a tempered glass screen protector. All the ports have access, including the IR port for the TV app. There is no lensing issues with the camera, or flash reflection, which is nice. The only real downside to this case is getting used to how far you need to press your finger to use the power switch, but im over that. there is also the slightest of gaps in the top of the case by the power button, but its a non-issue for me. Overall im happy with the case.
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Thanks for the pictures, the case looks great! Does it add a lot of bulk or weight to the phone?
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Thanks for the pictures, the case looks great! Does it add a lot of bulk or weight to the phone?
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its a little thicker, but if i dont have something solid, ill do some foolish thing, all in ll its not bad
I had that case and sent it back for refund. It's a great case but I like a little more edge lip than this had. It's very low profile with excellent grip. I am opting between the clear UAG case or the supcase that I'm still waiting on to be delivered.
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csleverette said:
I had that case and sent it back for refund. It's a great case but I like a little more edge lip than this had. It's very low profile with excellent grip. I am opting between the clear UAG case or the supcase that I'm still waiting on to be delivered.
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yea, i had that same thought. but it grew on me
Related
http://www.speckproducts.com/ipad/samsung-galaxy-tab.html
Anyone have any experience with this brand, the candy shell line in particular?
I had a Speck Candyshell for my iPhone 3GS and it was a pretty darn good case. I loved it and would buy it for my galaxy tab if I hadn't already ordered bodyguardz for my tab.
I am very much hoping to have some experience with the candy shell line from speck. Just as soon as they get it back in stock I will be ordering it. Until then I bought a cheaper version to keep the tab safe.
Hi can you post some pics of the candyshell please? Just to what it looks like...is it something similar to the Otterboc Commuter case?
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I have the white candy shell from speck. I really like it fairly easy to put on and take off and the buttons are still easy to press and you can get the sd card out with the case still on.
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Picked one up off Amazon and decided to snap a few pics today:
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I'm calling it the "stormtrooper" now
Speck Case is far SUPERIOR!!!
Okay, I just received the Speck case for my GT and I have to say after owning a pretty good selection of cases from the Incipio SiliCrylic to the leather folio case to the OEM silicone and even the Otterbox Defender, this case is hands down the best case thus far.
It is well made, fits very snug and secure, the hard candy shell is fantastic and provides great grip-ability. Not to mention it slides easily into pockets and looks amazingly stylish. Great industrial design. Did I mention it adds no bulk what so ever... Kudos Speck!!!
If it only had a kick stand I would have got one
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Does anyone know of a hard case like this with a built in kickstand? I've only seen one and it kind of looks a little cheap (it's mostly clear with colored rubber on the sides).
I'd love to ditch my book style case for something slimmer, but I need a kickstand.
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If it only had a kick stand I would have got one
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Could always use it in Combination wit the Arkon Stand:
http://www.arkon.com/accessories/galaxy_tab_stand.html
That's what I'm considering. I already have the stand and its pretty good.
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I purchased this case for £6.95 form AMazon yesterday and it came today. I wanted a thin case that offers as much protection as it could, and I believe this is that case. THis case is listed as $35 on thier website, I just wanted to say I dont think that it is worth that much.
The case has a hard, plastic structure with a layer of Brushed Aluminum on the back. This gives it a cool touch and a very nice texture. All cutouts are very well aligned and I have had no issues with audio or pressing the volume or power buttons. The pogo pins are also exposed which is nice as this is the only case I know where they have allowed them to be open. Overall the case is very good very slim and offers quite a lot of protection.
THe negatives come in the way of the design though. The huge poetic logo on the back of the case (see images) may put some people off as well as the bottom and top silver plastic being exposed on the device. Also the case is not that grippy to hold. Meaning it is very slippy to hold and may fall out of your hand.
Great case at a great price.
BUY: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008NMCPXW/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
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Great review man... does it provide any protection to the front? What I mean is if you put the nexus face down does the glass touch the surface at all?
Thanks for putting up the review. That has got to be one ugly case though. I want my branding to be mostly invisible. That one screams LOOK AT ME!!!!! :silly:
Just recently got my nexus and I've been looking for a new case. I just recently dropped my nexus on concrete and the top right corner the I guess bezel or the silver gray material came off. Am wonder ok by if this case would provide decent protection against such a fall
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Great review man... does it provide any protection to the front? What I mean is if you put the nexus face down does the glass touch the surface at all?
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Yea there is a bit of a lip to put the N7 face down on the table, its very minimal
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Thanks for putting up the review. That has got to be one ugly case though. I want my branding to be mostly invisible. That one screams LOOK AT ME!!!!! :silly:
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Lol Im not a fan of the branding, but the case feels really nice in the hand
For those of you who are interested, the CandyShell is out for the Note 2 via Speck Products. Had I not just bought the "iPhone" case I'd probably be all over this. Case is $39.99
Speck Products - CandyShell Case
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Pretty expensive considering you'll scratch it up in a few minutes, it has little grip, and offers little protection.
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Pretty expensive considering you'll scratch it up in a few minutes, it has little grip, and offers little protection.
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Co worker got one, thing is freaking bulky. Also a fingerprint and lint magnet.
Had one of these for my iPhone prior to getting the Note 2.
I loves the quality of it and it definitely saved my iPhone from a few drops. Took the case off for the first time since I'd put it on around 18 months prior to sell the phone and (yeah was a bit grubby and dirty) there wasn't a mark on the phone, not one hairline scratch.
Very tempted to get this one for the Note - however as previously said, they are bulky - something you don't really want on an already big phone.
Think I'll need to compare with the official Samsung case.
I have this case and I really like it. For me its the best compromise between protection and slim design. I used the official samsung protective case, but I didn't like how the edges are soft TPU. I dropped my old Galaxy S1 and shattered the glass because it hit the edge first. The TPU case it had didn't provide enough edge protection. I looked at other hard cases (like the Otterbox commuter) but they're bulkier. The price is high and there is no grip, but I'm sticking with it for now.
Just wanted to post a quick review on this case since I haven't seen any info on it here yet. First of all I was only looking for a case to add a bit more grip to this slippery phone, something with minimal bulk and minor drop protection. This case fits the bill perfectly, very slim fitting to the shape of phone with little to no sagging all around. The soft tpu material is very similar to diztronic cases, no silicone messiness here. Has a nice matte, almost sandy finish and I love it gives it the grip I was looking for. Cutouts line up perfectly, and are big enough for all headphones/usb cables that I own, the power button is also cutout so ir blaster should work have yet to test it. The button feel for the volume rockers is completely responsive feels natural as without the case. Drop protection is present but my guess is only small drops will be absorbed (I'm not willing to test this lol). Best part of this case is that it follows the line designs of the back of the phone so it still keeps that awesome design. All in all a great minimal case and and at only $8 shipped with prime it's pretty much a steal. Here's the link, http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IMBUAL8?pc_redir=1398628301&robot_redir=1
edit: eye candy goodness!
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I have this case currently. recieved it a few days ago. pretty solid case as i normally don't use cases at all, big fan of the naked feel. it doesn't add that much bulk at all to the phone and fits on the phone very snug so it won't fall off. covers all the corners and all the ports are easily accesible
I just got this case as well. Great fit, great feel, nice slim profile. Highly recommended!
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I'm wondering if I should use a case on this phone. It has a plastic back so I'm thinking it will survive a drop better than a GS6 and I have a Square Trade warranty. What are you using?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015GHQJ1U?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
I'm going to use a skin when mine comes in. I done want extra bulk
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I'm going to use a skin when mine comes in. I done want extra bulk
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Are the skins easy to apply? What brand do you prefer?
Dbrand. Easy to apply and high quality.
https://dbrand.com/shop/nexus-5x
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Mine is a little flexy, creaky, and lightweight by itself.
I put it in the Hybrid Supcase with the frost PC which gives it a little mass and rigidity, which helps with the feel.
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Mine is a little flexy, creaky, and lightweight by itself.
I put it in the Hybrid Supcase with the frost PC which gives it a little mass and rigidity, which helps with the feel.
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Totally agree... I got just a cheap thin one. It added just enough to make the phone feel "right".
Fosmon DURA-FRO Ultra Slim Matte Case
I got a dbrand and a nice "pouch" off etsy from seller begoos. I highly recommend
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I got a dbrand and a nice "pouch" off etsy from seller begoos. I highly recommend
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No case, I use a Slickwraps skin (black leather) and a vertical belt pouch from PDAir.
Yup. Plan on selling it next year with the money going towards the next Nexus phone. So better resale value if in great condition.
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The plastic on the N5X will dent a lot easier than the GS6! No harm in getting a case
Yup! Don't want the back to wear out.
Must def better safe then sorry
I always use a case....
I don't want extra bulk but I am afrarid of dropping,maybe have a light case is prettty,still seeking.
No case, no skin, no screen protector. But I use a sleeve:
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Nope, Nexus Protect has me covered. Plus it helps for resale when I can sell a sealed in-box item.