So when it comes to cases/holders/etc I prefer a solution that allows the device to field a call easily and not have to open up any additional flaps, snaps, etc to get to the touch screen and or the slide out keyboard.
I think my best solution is a simple holster. In this arena are the simple leather pouch types that hang on your belt, or the molded plastic clip holsters.
My preference is the clip holster because I think it is the quickest one handed operation to easily pull the device on and off (and while it is off you have access to ALL functions without any other fiddling).
Seido sells a rubberized one here:
http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=871
and there are numerous hard plastic ones on ebay.
Does anyone use any of these and have anything good or bad to say?
I am thinking of pairing this belt holster with an invisible shield. This will give me very easy access while still protecting well against scratches. This gives the flexibility of wearing it on your belt, or slipping it into a pocket and not worrying about scuff marks.
The two main thing this solution doesn't handle well are:
1) Dropping the phone
2) Protecting against excessive pressure on the screen.
i could solve #1 by pairing the holster with a rubberized skin...Seido also sells this combo:
http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=920
I'm not really sure I want the extra expense and the extra bulk...but it is a possibility.
As far as #2...i don't think there is a solution as it is contradictory for not wanting to flip anything out of the way to use the touch screen. The screen is well protected in the holster, the concern would be if i slip it into a pocket with only the invisible shield on and it is struck by something hard the screen could dent.
I think the best solution is to use the invisible shield/clip combo for belt wearing (plus possibly the optional rubberized shell as in the combo above). And, a separate hard case (like the aluminum shell ones) when you want to carry it in a pocket. It is a little harder to get to in the second scenario, but at this point I believe total ease of use and total protection are not compatible.
Any comments/suggestions on this combination?
thanks!
Hello to all,
I was wondering if the Seidio Innocase was really any different from those cheapy $6 rubberized plastic cases? I tried one of the cheapy ones on at the mall but it made the phone even bulkier so I decided to skip it, is the innocase really much thinner?
I had the cheap one, and once it failed I decided to stop dicking around - Got the Innocase.
Differences:
-Cheap case is thicker
-Cheap case doesn't hold on as well. After awhile, mine kept sort of falling off
-Innocase has a nice soft felt-lined bottom cover that protects the phone
-The BIGGEST difference... The cheap case touches the screen, and the only way to make it work was to dremel it and modify it so I could actually use the phone
I wasn't able to find anyone else using this case so I figured I'd give it a shot to see if it's any good. Seidio seems to make very good products and this case is right up there with the rest in quality and protection.
Assembly:
It's a 2 part case, one half slides down from the top of the phone and the other half slides on from the bottom. Both halves lock together on the sides and on the back. It's very easy to put on and take off.
Fit:
The case fits PERFECT on the phone. If you have the invisible shield on your phone it will NOT fit. The inside of the case has a felt lining to protect the finish on the phone. You won't feel like your going to scratch your phone when you take the case on or off. The case also wraps around to the front so it's protecting every edge and corner.
Feel:
It's a "hard" case but flexible, as seidio says. The material isn't rubber but it's soft and does feel somewhat like it's rubber. I love how the phone feels, i'm not concerned about it slipping out of my hands at all.
Durability:
I've only had the case for about a week now and I haven't put it through any rigorous testing... I hope I never do. On the other hand my girlfriend pulled the sheets off of the bed really fast and there went my treo pro flying accross the room on to the carpet floor The phone is perfectly fine though so it passed it's first test.
All together I'd give the phone a 10/10 rating. At $30 + shipping some people would argue that it's too much. You get what you pay for sometimes and this case is certainly worth every penny.
Other notes:
You may want to invest in a screen protector as well. I went with the screen protector seidio offers and I like it a lot. It's only the size of the screen so it doesn't cover from the top down to the palm button. But it gets the job done very nicely.
visit Seidio to check out all 5 colors of the Innocase II
What is the thinnest snap-on case? I saw a few "hard cover" cases on ebay but I am skeptical if they are junk. I don't wanna spend $30 on a case, but just want something thin that will protect it from scratches and some bumps.
The sticker protectors are ok, but they don't look the best.
I find that the bodyguardz sticker protectors work wornders. Personally I've used it since 2 months after I purchased my fuze and i don't get any scratches at all and they actually get inconspicuous. No one can tell that I have the stickers on it and it feels really good.
I got a great deal on amazon on a clear plastic case, a solid black case and 2 more screen protectors. Came out to around 8 bucks (including shipping). Check out around there and maybe you can find something nice.
got me a pdair aluminium case for the raphael/touch pro, works great!
I'm a truck mechanic, so I can't use anything else!
Regards,
Emile
damn. that aluminum case sounded so cool! Then it turned out to be hinged.
The aluminum case sucks!!! every time you drop the phone it comes flying out of the case. you have to keep bending back the latch for it to stay closed. the screw in clip in the back striped out in a week.
I'm in concrete, so I wouldn't use this if it was FREE!!!
Just in a pocket? In a case? Does it need a screen protector or is it scratch proof? Rumor has it, Telus is getting it in Canada soon, will pick one up, but wondering if I need a case/sleeve/protector, which are best?
I don't use screen protectors. I use a pouch for general protection when in pocket, etc., but I don't believe in screen protectors - phone has to serve me, and not vice versa. Also, the screen seems to be made from either glass or very hard plastic, so it is not an issue, I think. Screen protectors do make phone look and feel crappier.
I just carry it around in my pocket, no screen protector, case etc.
So far after two months, not one scratch. Everything is still in mint condition.
My previous phones (Touch Dual, Samsung i780, Saumng i600) all got scratched very easily. The Hero seems to be a lot more resistant
I put on the htc screen protector after a couple of days and it ruined the sensitivity, so took it off straight away. Had it since day one (Early august) and no scratches.
However, the metal around the edges is rather soft. I've got quite large (cosmetic) dings on both top corners, so I would recommend a case, since the gel ones are pretty sturdy/cheap/nice. However, i'm really not too bothered by them, so I still take it out fairly often
But if your not going to drop it, then no worries
Get a screen protector, get a silicon gel case. Mine resided in my pocket for a week before I got them, one scratch on the left hand side of the screen as a result.
Its common sense unless you have the money to waste buying new phones.
chrisjasper said:
Get a screen protector, get a silicon gel case. Mine resided in my pocket for a week before I got them, one scratch on the left hand side of the screen as a result.
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What do you keep in your pocket? I've kept mine on its own since my old nokia 5510 or whatever, this reduces the likelyhood of scratches etc.
I carry a little keychain torch, didnt think there was anything sharp enough on it, apparently I was wrong
Silicon case I would say pretty much essential but I wouldn't bother with any kind of screen protector. The silicon is good also in that it gives you more grip on the device but bad in that if you always have your phone on vibrate it kind of absorbs some of the motion so you don't feel it (or hear it buzzing) so easily.
i have it in a simple microfibre bag in my pocket. the microfibre is nice because everytime i pull it out the screen is cleaned from all that grease and dirt... also i don't have to worry scratching it when it isn't alone in its pocket (which happens occasionally, at work i carry a second phone for example). i wouldn't put my key or anything else with sharp edges in the same pocket though, the pouch is only fabric...
i don't use a screenprotector, didn't get one with the phone on t-mobile germany, and the screen has a way to good haptic to cover it with anything...
running good so far, but it's been only three weeks.
Microfibre bag is interesting, where'd you get it? I like that idea, very light, adds no bulk at all plus the cleaning bonus. And I'm sure it's good at eliminating minor scratches that would come from a coin or something left in pocket. I'd want one very form fitting of course.
kendong2 said:
i have it in a simple microfibre bag in my pocket. the microfibre is nice because everytime i pull it out the screen is cleaned from all that grease and dirt... also i don't have to worry scratching it when it isn't alone in its pocket (which happens occasionally, at work i carry a second phone for example). i wouldn't put my key or anything else with sharp edges in the same pocket though, the pouch is only fabric...
i don't use a screenprotector, didn't get one with the phone on t-mobile germany, and the screen has a way to good haptic to cover it with anything...
running good so far, but it's been only three weeks.
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can you guys link me to a good silicone case? I installed the invisible shield on mine yesterday.. did not notice any degradation in sensitivity
I despise the body cases and screen protectors. I generally don't keep the devices longer than 6-12 months so they rarely get torn up at all.
I use a simple leather, blackberry case for the hero and used a similar case for my Pre which I was glad to get rid of.
mickee13 said:
Microfibre bag is interesting, where'd you get it? I like that idea, very light, adds no bulk at all plus the cleaning bonus. And I'm sure it's good at eliminating minor scratches that would come from a coin or something left in pocket. I'd want one very form fitting of course.
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got it from a big electronics store chain in germany called media markt. but similar should be availabe at similar stores... it's just a generic phone pouch.
someting like this: http://www.amazon.com/T-Mobile-Micr..._1_6?ie=UTF8&s=wireless&qid=1256163317&sr=8-6