So I ordered one of those knox armor cases for $14 off Amazon. They're similar looking to the Otterbox and offer similar protection. Only thing is they don't have a built in protector but that's not a big deal because I have tempered glass on mine.
Only think I really don't like is just like the Otterbox Defender, the rubber near the home key tends to work a little loose after riding around in my pocket.
The rubber around it seems a bit more dense so hopefully it last longer than the Defenders. After just a couple months my Defenders always become looser due to the rubber wearing.
It's not the best case but for $14 bucks I'll take it over a Defender though. It provides more protection than the Supcase too. Only other durable case I can think of that is more durable than this is my Poetic Revolution which I love but it's huge and doesn't work with wireless charging like this one does
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011TFKCBQ/?tag=uc037e-20
Blues fan said:
So I ordered one of those knox armor cases for $14 off Amazon. They're similar looking to the Otterbox and offer similar protection. Only thing is they don't have a built in protector but that's not a big deal because I have tempered glass on mine.
Only think I really don't like is just like the Otterbox Defender, the rubber near the home key tends to work a little loose after riding around in my pocket.
The rubber around it seems a bit more dense so hopefully it last longer than the Defenders. After just a couple months my Defenders always become looser due to the rubber wearing.
It's not the best case but for $14 bucks I'll take it over a Defender though. It provides more protection than the Supcase too. Only other durable case I can think of that is more durable than this is my Poetic Revolution which I love but it's huge and doesn't work with wireless charging like this one does
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011TFKCBQ/?tag=uc037e-20
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This is probably the best case in amazon I've had it since I've had my phone along with the built in screen protector I use tempered glass. I do construction and I wear my 800$ phone on my tool belt with confidence. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B013D...+belt+clip&dpPl=1&dpID=51PBx5XllCL&ref=plSrch
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This is probably the best case in amazon I've had it since I've had my phone along with the built in screen protector I use tempered glass. I do construction and I wear my 800$ phone on my tool belt with confidence. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B013D...+belt+clip&dpPl=1&dpID=51PBx5XllCL&ref=plSrch
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I got a Supcase. I like the built in screen protector on it but it is a it thin for my liking. I think the best case for being really rugged is the Poetic Revolution but it is kind of over kill but a great case. Again for max protection Supcase is like commuter case to me. The Ulak case is thick and feels more like a Defender. If Ulak case wears like the Otterbox I'll probably rip the temperd glass off and go back to Supcase or the P
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I got a Supcase. I like the built in screen protector on it but it is a it thin for my liking. I think the best case for being really rugged is the Poetic Revolution but it is kind of over kill but a great case. Again for max protection Supcase is like commuter case to me. The Ulak case is thick and feels more like a Defender. If Ulak case wears like the Otterbox I'll probably rip the temperd glass off and go back to Supcase or the P
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To each his own but I'll go to bat for the unicorn beetle. I v dropped it plenty of times and not even the tempered glass has broken yet..... knock on wood. The buttons work great and it has a belt clip. Can't beat that in my book
I've got the ulak, and I really like it. I was going to get the supcase, but I REALLY don't like built in screen protectors.
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I've got the ulak, and I really like it. I was going to get the supcase, but I REALLY don't like built in screen protectors.
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I like the built in one on the supcase. It isn't like Otterbox. It fits flush so dirt doesn't get under it. However the Supcase is stiff and too thin for my liking for drop protection. The Ulak seems good. Even if it only last 6 months it was only 14 bucks. My otterBox after 3 months was wearing a lot so I bought other cases. Waste of 50 bucks. My next Note phone I'll order some Amazon cases a few days before I buy the phone so I'm not suckered into buying otterboxes.
I have and use the supcase daily. I love the fit and finish you can definitely tell it's a well made piece. I did also grab one of the Knox armor cases too for around 3 dollars with a coupon code from amazon. Side by side it's easy to tell the supcase built much better. As far as drop protection goes between the two I have no idea, but I have dropped my note a couple times so far. I have yet to actually put the ulak case on, never found a reason to take the supcase off
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The Supcase the phone feels kind of thin to grip. Maybe it's because I'm so used to using Otterbox Defender and Poetic Revolution cases. I always thought the Note 5 was a bit thin to grip.
Another good case to check out is the Artech 21. I like the Supcase but it just seems a bit too thin especially with all the glass on this phone. That is why I went with the Ulak. So far after a week it's still holding up well compared to the Defender I have.
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I have been through two cases now the body glove, which was the worst case I have ever seen for a phone, and a snap on, which isn't much better. I want a case that when I dropped it it isn't going to break. Most snaps break on the cases and it annoys me. I have found the kraken but I am wondering what else there is out there. Is there any good protective cases and I don't need it as extreme as the karken but i don't want it to break after one drop. Price is not a concern.
kraken link http://www.tridentcase.com/product_6_6.html
My favorite cases are the seidio surface, for untrathin and stable protection, and the seidio active, if you want some added shock protection.
Thanks but i think i might go with an otterbox one
I'm a big fan of the Innocase Active by Seido. great protection while being slim and adding a nice look and feel to the phone.
Thanks im going to take a look. Does it break easily if dropped?
i use the seidio one i got from verizon it's really durable
Mmmmmmn its a coin toss between otterbox commuter and the seido one now.
I got the kraken it is really nice but the screen protector on it sucks. My brother got the otterbox comuter. Make sure you get a good screen protector. It kinda leaves the screen exposed as that case is thin there is a little bit of a lip but not much. Otterbox has another like the kraken called the defender.
The kraken i feel like i could throw it several feet in the air to land on the concrete and it would be fine not going to but it still feels really solid i have taken mine out of it several times and the plastic inner shell is showing no cracks or anything...
looking at both which ever one looks better to you did you look at the otterbox defender it offers most of the same amount of protection the kraken does but looks a little sleeker...
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I got the kraken it is really nice but the screen protector on it sucks. My brother got the otterbox comuter. Make sure you get a good screen protector. It kinda leaves the screen exposed as that case is thin there is a little bit of a lip but not much. Otterbox has another like the kraken called the defender.
The kraken i feel like i could throw it several feet in the air to land on the concrete and it would be fine not going to but it still feels really solid i have taken mine out of it several times and the plastic inner shell is showing no cracks or anything...
looking at both which ever one looks better to you did you look at the otterbox defender it offers most of the same amount of protection the kraken does but looks a little sleeker...
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I have looked at the defender but it seems like a little too much if the sommuter can do the same. If i have a hard time pulling down the notification bar it will drive me nuts and i see it goes to the very edge of it.
How do your brother like the commuter?
I went with the otterbox defender
If it's protection you want the Seidio Rugged is bullet proof, sorry I'm late...
Otterbox Commuter is the the best case out there. I've spent more on cases in the last year than I spent on the old lady's engagement ring, this one wins!
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I came from a moto Droid X and X2 these phones were very well protected in the trident kraken and electra cases i owned over the life of those 2 phones. Everything ive seen for this beauty has been "ultra slim" or something similar offering almost no real protection. The knockoff griffin survivor seems to be the only semi rugged case ive been able to dig up, am i really the only one that wants more protection than just a backplate? I don't have small hands or wear skinny jeans, and honestly I would prefer it to add some weight and size.
The only upcoming thing that gives me hope is the possibility of the rugged zerolemon case next month. Had anyone found something out there that i missed? I need topend protection for my $700 phone and i cant find it
gNOTE2 rolling in the north
there are otterbox cases, uag cases and many more. there is a whole thread on cases. ebay is literally infested with cases for this phone.
Otterbox defender is about as rugged , heavy and bulky as it gets. I own one myself but cant stand how much more bulkier the phone is, I much prefer just the extra weight of the zerolemon battery and its stock tpu case. Hoping the rugged version ZL case doesnt add too much bulk and has a nice kickstand.
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Otterbox defender is about as rugged , heavy and bulky as it gets. I own one myself but cant stand how much more bulkier the phone is, I much prefer just the extra weight of the zerolemon battery and its stock tpu case. Hoping the rugged version ZL case doesnt add too much bulk and has a nice kickstand.
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If they put a kickstand on it, I will not only throw up but I'll throw up and curse YOU at the same time sir!
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Otterbox uag dba casemate all make non rugged crap that lays in a pile on my desk. You cant call it protection if all you have on the front is a 1/10 inch or less raised around the edges... This is not protection and yes ebay is infested with 3 dollar cases that are flimsy and protect almost nothing.
I am asking about actual rugged cases like the knockoff griffen survivor or some "military" rugged style.
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Otterbox uag dba casemate all make non rugged crap that lays in a pile on my desk. You cant call it protection if all you have on the front is a 1/10 inch or less raised around the edges... This is not protection and yes ebay is infested with 3 dollar cases that are flimsy and protect almost nothing.
I am asking about actual rugged cases like the knockoff griffen survivor or some "military" rugged style.
gNOTE2 rolling in the north
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Since you mentioned the Survivor knock off, the Otterbox defender offers essentially the same level of protection. Your best bet at this stage is probably the heaviest Sedio case along with a tempered glass screen protector. Not optimal, but that's about as rugged as it gets.
I enjoyed my ballistics case before my ZL came in. Protected my phone from many countertop falls. I hoping the new ZL cases will be better than the ones that came with the battery.
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if they put a kickstand on it, i will not only throw up but i'll throw up and curse you at the same time sir!
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if you like it put a ring on it
apallohadas said:
If they put a kickstand on it, I will not only throw up but I'll throw up and curse YOU at the same time sir!
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I'll bet you will throw up, curse, and piss your pants if they built additional battery into a kickstand Maybe I should email them with an idea lol!!!
Dammit, they still didn't reply back to me about rugged case preliminary pictures
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drnihili said:
Since you mentioned the Survivor knock off, the Otterbox defender offers essentially the same level of protection. Your best bet at this stage is probably the heaviest Sedio case along with a tempered glass screen protector. Not optimal, but that's about as rugged as it gets.
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I second that! Seidio CONVERT with VITREO tempered glass - a very rugged solution!!! I personally find UAG with VITREO optimal for me whenever I carry a stock battery; and with addition of CONVERT holster with stick-on card/money holder which fit UAG like a glove - that my ultimate solution for the summer (especially with mesh shorts).
But I'm looking forward to ZL rugged case, and really hope it's not going to be like that honecomb tpu junk you find for extended batteries. Keeping my hopes high ZL guys will come up with something cool!
Thanks for the Sedio tip, they only had the active and surface when I was looking the last few times, that with a glass screen protector (and maybe another normal one on top of that) and i should be good to go.
.. If the ZL rugged isnt what it should be this will most likely be what I get next
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LordRalh3 said:
Thanks for the Sedio tip, they only had the active and surface when I was looking the last few times, that with a glass screen protector (and maybe another normal one on top of that) and i should be good to go.
.. If the ZL rugged isnt what it should be this will most likely be what I get next
gNOTE2 rolling in the north
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You REALLY don't need another screen protector on top of the tempered glass.
LordRalh3 said:
Otterbox uag dba casemate all make non rugged crap that lays in a pile on my desk. You cant call it protection if all you have on the front is a 1/10 inch or less raised around the edges... This is not protection and yes ebay is infested with 3 dollar cases that are flimsy and protect almost nothing.
I am asking about actual rugged cases like the knockoff griffen survivor or some "military" rugged style.
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Just broke the clip on my Second otterbox belt holster .. same failure as the first . AT&T did warranty the first , we will see if they will the second next time i am upstate . Also its a constant battle taking the case apart to clean the fine dust that filters under the screen protector .
I dont see how your belt clip broke. I had a ***** of a time trying to remove it on purpose.
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You REALLY don't need another screen protector on top of the tempered glass.
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If you really need a rugged case you do. I broke my first note from a 12 foot drop in a otter box defender because I didn't have a screen protector on at the time.
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If you really need a rugged case you do. I broke my first note from a 12 foot drop in a otter box defender because I didn't have a screen protector on at the time.
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At 12 feet, you may want to consider bubble-wrapping that baby!
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If you really need a rugged case you do. I broke my first note from a 12 foot drop in a otter box defender because I didn't have a screen protector on at the time.
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Anything over about 6 feet is really a matter of luck. I dropped my Fascinate more than 20 feet down a granite face followed by 6 feet of free fall an landing on a granite boulder. It was in a decent case (Seido Active) but there was a whole lot of luck involved in its survival too. Not a scratch on it. It sounds like you weren't as lucky. But it's very unlikely that a screen protector would have made a difference. Film screen protectors won't protect against breakage, just scratches. For falls, the tempered glass will give more protection. It would be nice to have a fully ruggedized military grade case for the Note2, but they just don't exist.
If drops are your main concern, I would carry the phone in the Hsini pouch with either the Survivor or the Seidio Convert as a case. Then add a tempered screen protector. After that, it's a matter of luck. If you drop your phone from three feet and it lands screen first on the sharp point of a piece of hard ceramic, it just doesn't matter what kind of case it has.
Yeah, I learned not to have my phone out while putting up Christmas lights...
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UAG is serving me well i have dropped mine many times from bout 4 ft and had no problems and its not very bulky
Honestly the defender is junk. It has really ruined my bezel with scratch marks all over it. Had to pop out the included screen protector because it didn't even come close to laying flat on the screen and caused dust to find it's way under the screen resulting in a sand paper effect happening under the protector. Sold mine on craigslist.
I work in construction and really need the ports covered so that limits most every other case. I agree, really isn't much on the market that offers protection I honestly think I could have faith in. Will go look at the few mentioned here and hope something better comes along.
GriffIn Fakes
I got the griffin fake because I wanted something really heavy duty, I like the look and they were really cheap.
I would recommend it to anyone. I did have a few issues:
1. The screen protector is crap, but you can remove it and find a nicer one of leave it off.
2. The hole around the sensor was too small so when you took the phone away from your face during a call it would not wake up, used a pocket knife and spun in in the hole a few times and it works great now.
3. The flap that covers the camera does stay put so you have to hold it while taking a pic or remove it (I removed it)
for all the issues I asked for a credit and my final price was 6 bucks
I currently have a body glove case and a screen protector. I'm wanting a case with the protection of the otter box defender but with a similar feel to what i have now as it's not very bulky at all. I have a at&t phone. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA08919W5928&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleMKP&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleMKP-_-pla-_-All+Cases+%26+Covers-_-9SIA08919W5928&ef_id=UyJb4wAABDAM6nfE:20140320220013:s oh yeah, the screen protectors i have aren't wide enough for the screen, they miss just a little bit of it on one side.
I know you like more protection for your phone but I've been super happy with a poetic slim case with no screen protector. There is a slight barely noticeable edge around the front so no problem laying case face-down on tables.
Poetic-Palette-Case-Black-Only (search amazon)
For a more protective case:
SPIGEN-Protective-Sprint-T-Mobile-International (search amazon)
About screen protectors: I used to use them on every phone but these days the glass material used is very hard to scratch and I think the protectors are redundant. But my phone is in my pocket mostly and I have only dropped a phone rarely. YMMV.
I have a commuter. Pretty awesome protection while not adding too much bulk.
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miyagi241 said:
Try zerolemon case.
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Are you kidding??? This is the uggliest case ever made for the G2 IMO.
If you want the protection of the otterBox without the bulk just go with the COMMUTER case by OTTERBOX
I just discovered "Nillkin Super Frosted", it's really good, excellent fit for D802 version. Really good one.
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I just discovered "Nillkin Super Frosted", it's really good, excellent fit for D802 version. Really good one.
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Use a TPU Silicon Case,i think this is the best for Every Phone.
Tudia-clear skin-Poetic
I was using the relatively slim Tudia case since the first day i got the G2. After a few months, even that case was too bulky for me. So I took the case off and tried IQ Shield's full body clear protective skin. It works great against scratches but I decided to go back to a case after i dropped it on some tiles and dented the plastic corner a bit. I will try the even slimmer Poetic now.
Sent in my phone because the charging port stopped working, and I'd like to buy a new case for my m8.
I am looking for something that looks decent and adds protection, with support for a tempered glass screen protectors.
I had a spigen case before this for a few months and the back is already scratched and looks very unappealing now.
Does anybody have recommendations?
I've always been a fan of UAG cases aka urban armor gear http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/.
Every so often they have specials going on as well.
I've been very happy with my Trident Aegis case. $20 on Amazon and offers excellent protection. I've dropped my phone several times and the case has held up well. I've had it nearly a year now with no issues.
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I've always been a fan of UAG cases aka urban armor gear http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/.
Every so often they have specials going on as well.
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This, I love my UAG case.
I have a ringke slim case black matte one from amazon... Been using it for a few months and works amazing! Catches mad oil though but one wipe and its clean
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Check out the Amazon reviews.
I bought and reviewed 3 cases here in my post. I've since then ditched the dilex as it seems a bit bulky and have switched over to a black supcase unicorn beetle with a red body since i was replacing the usb/3.5mm board on my phone. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2728080 I hope that might be some help to you.
spigen hybrid. transparent, great materials, very strong
Yup, i think UAG has one of the nicest looking tough case out there.
So I got a bunch of cases but can't decide which one I want to use next. I'm currently using my Artech21 case which I love but I don't dig the screen protector. I got a Supcase which has an amazing built in protector but it seems kind of thin.
The best case I have is the poetic revolution case but it doesn't work with wireless charging.
Would the Supcase still be considered rugged though for drop protection? The reason why I didn't rock it a lot is because it seems kind of thin.
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So I got a bunch of cases but can't decide which one I want to use next. I'm currently using my Artech21 case which I love but I don't dig the screen protector. I got a Supcase which has an amazing built in protector but it seems kind of thin.
The best case I have is the poetic revolution case but it doesn't work with wireless charging.
Would the Supcase still be considered rugged though for drop protection? The reason why I didn't rock it a lot is because it seems kind of thin.
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I don't have the supcase, do have the artech21 tho and I agree the built in screen protector is junk. I simply removed it, it's just glued in like the otterbox defenders. It's tight but my tempered glass one fits nicely with the artech21.
i have a supcase beetle. it offers good protection. works fine with a wireless charger. i'm currently using chloe fast wireless charger with the case on.
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i have a supcase beetle. it offers good protection. works fine with a wireless charger. i'm currently using chloe fast wireless charger with the case on.
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Would you consider it heavy duty though like Otterbox? The reviews on Amazon have some bad reviews for Supcase not protecting from drops.
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Would you consider it heavy duty though like Otterbox? The reviews on Amazon have some bad reviews for Supcase not protecting from drops.
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Though I wouldn't really want to drop my phone, I am Confident it wouldn't break if I drop it with the case on. So, yes it is heavy duty and should offer some measure of protection like otter, without the bulk
Im on my 2nd SUPCASE. my little boy broke the clip on my first with a bat. ive dropped mine numerous times,on to steel and concrete,with out any problems. i also like the holster better than the Defender case i bought when i bought my Note5,but if you pocket your phone,the SUPCASE is far more pocket friendly than the Defender. The silicone outer cover on the Defender is gonna collect lent and such like crazy,and it will also stretch and be a pain to get out. That being said,the couple of times of dropped my SUPCASE,have been because it slipped out of my hand. The other upside that Defender has,is the built in screen protector.The one on the Defender is far more S-Pen friendly than that of the SUPCASE,that and the one on the SUPCASE seems to scratch easier. The other thing I like more about the SUPCASE,is that there is more coverage above the s-pen slot on the back. The first time I dropped mine in the Defender,the phone made contact with concrete right by the pen. Not all that bad,but considering I had just paid $350 2 weeks prior for the 64GB I have,I was a little upset. Long story short,if you already have a Defender case,I wouldnt mind shelling out the $16 or so for the SUPCASE. The SUPCASE offers just as good protection,with a slimmer profile. If youre gonna pay $55 or so for the Defender,you might as well try the SUPCASE too.