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Hey guys I just got the Evo and want to get one of those Skin covers that sticks to the whole phone without having a ton bulk. You guys have any preference on what works well and protects stuff well?
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Sorry but I see tons of posts on this so I am going to look through those, also see lots of posts about the camera lens cracking, is there a back that will protect my camera when I set it down.
http://androidforums.com/evo-4g-reviews/238720-rearth-usa-silicone-case.html
http://androidforums.com/evo-4g-reviews/230975-ringke-case-56k-warning.html
Ringke is a new case... $17 free shipping.
I am currently trying it out.. and I have to say.. it is really great. worth it.
NOT same as the other soft covers that feel like crap and sticky and grab lint from your pockets.
the gray transparent cover does seem a little tight, so go with the other colors.
Seidio Innocase surface. Very little bulk and protects the camera when set down.
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meh, i got a silicone case, a car mount, and a car charger all for less than 16 bucks delivered from amazon.
my case cost somewhere between 1 penny and 3 pennies. it has a good grip to it, protects it from falls, and doesn't add much bulk. i actually like it because it's silicone, rather than plastic, and therefore slippage is minimal. handy if the phone is on a slick surface.
This FTMFW!
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=43786&cat=4947
It doesnt have the rubbery feeling, so it goes in/out of your pocket like if it didnt have a cover.
VTEC4ME said:
This FTMFW!
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=43786&cat=4947
It doesnt have the rubbery feeling, so it goes in/out of your pocket like if it didnt have a cover.
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that looks pretty good.
I highly recommend the Seidio Innocase II. It's rubberize plastic, thick enough to endure those brutal drops but thin and slick enough to slip into your pocket. Seidio also sells a belt clip that goes with its Innocase II. Highly recommend if you're carrying it with you to work.
As for one of those clear covers, I highly recommend Phantomskinz. I did a ton of research before committing myself to phantomskinz and found out that their protective screens are slightly thicker than most of the competition and they provide you with two sheets -just in case you mess up.
If you're interested in utilizing both (Sedio Innocase doesn't come with sheets), then I'd get the innocase and a front screen cover from phantomskinz. You don't want to buy the whole body cover from phantomskinz because the innocase II has pretty low tolerances when you try putting it on and realize that it wont fit.
I just bought the case mate barely there from newegg for $9.99 plus free shipping. It protects the back and sides but not the top or bottom. This case with my screen protector should hopefullly be enough protection for me without adding too much bulk.
http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-EVO-4G-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-EVO-4G-Barely-There-Cases.asp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZVXFn58zBY
I just got the Ballistic HD case for my EVO. This is a video I made today.
Jayzion said:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZVXFn58zBY
I just got the Ballistic HD case for my EVO. This is a video I made today.
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that is crazy!!! big...
like a tank... ugly in my opinion.
great to have, if you think you are going to be in a rough area.. this is great. but not an every day cover.
I hate to add all that heft to my sexy thin device.
As a compliment to a good case, I ordered Stealthguards for all my phones. Work great and the screen protector is smooth.
Also....they are free. Just pay the $2.?? for s/h. Pretty darn good deal if you ask me. And, I took the cutout for the camera and put it over the lens so it doesn't ever get scratched.
EVO: http://www.stealthguards.com/index.php/popular/htc-evo-4g-full-body-protection.html
I'm a minimalist, so I went with the smallest possible case: Case Mate's Barely There
This is a very high quality case. Truly a skin tight fit. I've dropped the phone a few times and no damage.
Comes with a screen protector I gave to my buddy and he says it's great.
I paid retail (~$25 incl. shipping) but NewEgg has it for $10 shipped: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875998756
Says OOS til Monday.
i used to think the body glove was the best and it was for the hero but for the evo it sucks. broke on me in 3 weeks time. i got fed up and went to my local mall and bought a matte black standard case and it looks and feels great. only $20 too. seems to even keep the dust out more.
Right now I have a slim case on my phone, while it does protect the back of the phone. It does not do much more then that, and the front screen is very exposed.
Right now I'm looking to buy this case
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blue-RUGGED...454592?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item416f6f8840
Does anyone have experience with this case? Or another rugged case?
I know the ionic guardian is a thing, but I don't like it.
I'd rather have this case.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LG-Nexus-4-...Black-Blue-Inverse-Y-Kick-Stand-/360550503756
Your phone will most likely fall on a corner, having silicone rubber in the corner instead of the polycarbonate should provide better protection. Now if only I could fine a seller that ships to canada.
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I'd rather have this case.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LG-Nexus-4-...Black-Blue-Inverse-Y-Kick-Stand-/360550503756
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I believe there is silicon under the hard plastic. I had something similar.It also has a kickstand. Better off going with the op case.
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snickerpop said:
Does anyone have experience with this case?
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I got mines in the mail today. Pretty solid case, especially for the price. I previously had the Exact Armor/ionic guardian case, but I needed a belt clip combo, so this deal did the trick.
FYI, I ordered the blue rubber with black shell one. The blue is much darker compared to the listing pictures, almost seeming like it has a bit of violet in it.
In the picture it seems that the phone case has a kick stand. Is that so? I am talking about the case itself, and NOT the belt holster. Let me know.
I'm waiting for the Ballistic Shell Gel and the Trident Aegis as far as rugged cases go. Hopefully they come within a few weeks!
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/lg-nexus-4-ballistic-shell-gel-sg-series-case
http://www.tridentcase.com/series/aegis-series.aspx
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In the picture it seems that the phone case has a kick stand. Is that so? I am talking about the case itself, and NOT the belt holster. Let me know.
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Yes, the case itself has a built-in kickstand. It reliably clicks into place when folding it in and folding it out. The blue in the photo is actually darker in person.
neugenusis said:
Yes, the case itself has a built-in kickstand. It reliably clicks into place when folding it in and folding it out. The blue in the photo is actually darker in person.
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Quick questions:
neugenusis, if i understand the picture correctly, the holster protects the screen? does it slip in and out easy? i would use the holster to protect the screen instead of a pouch. does the clip remove (to keep it in my pocket)?
Thanks!
Background:
Right now I am using a $5 TPU cheap case with a leather pouch. The combo works really well. I don't like screen protectors and the pouch keeps the phone perfectly safe from scratches when I have it in my pocket.
I'm afraid the thin TPU won't be good protection against a hard drop so that is why I am interested in these tough cases.
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Also, did you guys consider this case?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FULL-BLACK-...511348?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item51a5d465f4
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Richieboy67 said:
I believe there is silicon under the hard plastic. I had something similar.It also has a kickstand. Better off going with the op case.
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Richieboy67, can you elaborate on why you think OP case is better? These two cases seem to be the exact inverse of each other. One has an exo-skeleton that clips into the silicon on the corners and the other has one that clips in on the sides. Silicon material is absent to make the notches so OP's case on the corners has less material and thus seems more vulnerable there than the one ackbarthegreat has suggested.
Thanks in advance for your opinions.
dynamicpda said:
Quick questions:These two cases seem to be the exact inverse of each other. One has an exo-skeleton that clips into the silicon on the corners and the other has one that clips in on the sides. Silicon material is absent to make the notches so OP's case on the corners has less material and thus seems more vulnerable there than the one ackbarthegreat has suggested.
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My thoughts exactly. I figure if it is good enough for people designing otterbox, ballistic etc it is good enough for me.
dynamicpda said:
Quick questions:
neugenusis, if i understand the picture correctly, the holster protects the screen? does it slip in and out easy? i would use the holster to protect the screen instead of a pouch. does the clip remove (to keep it in my pocket)?
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The phone is suppose to face the holster, thus protecting the screen. The phone won't fit comfortably facing the other way. There's enough friction between the phone and holster that if I violently shake the holster, the phone still won't come loose even at the slightest. While phone and holster is on my belt, I grip the holster with 2 fingers and push the bottom of my phone upward with another finger till the phone gets halfway through the holster, then i pull the phone entirely out with my hand, so wouldn't consider its an instant simple slip in and slip out, but I don't consider it difficult either. It gives me a better sense of security. The clip does not appear to be removable from the holster unless, I suspect, some excessive force is applied.
dynamicpda said:
Silicon material is absent to make the notches so OP's case on the corners has less material and thus seems more vulnerable there than the one ackbarthegreat has suggested.
Thanks in advance for your opinions.
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The silicon piece covers the entire back and edges of the phone. The hard plastic shell goes over the silicon. The silicon is thinner where the hard plastic shell covers for an overall flush shape. The one ackbarthegreat suggested, the corners are full silicon. On mine, its half silicon, half hard plastic. Though ackbarthegreat suggestion's corners does seem slightly thinker, I wouldn't say there is significantly less material. It is similar to Seidio's Active case for the N4.
I'm just ordered a case like this one but in red! I'm using the exact Armor already. But I want a case that also protect the open ports from dust! This has a cover for the 3.5 mm headphone jack and the use port.
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For best quality:
Ballistics
Trident
Seido
Otterbox
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For best quality:
Ballistics
Trident
Seido
Otterbox
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have you even tried any of these amazon/ebay cases?
i got my step-father a ballistic case for his S2 and i just got the Exact Armor case from Amazon for my Nexus 4, the fit is just as good minus branding. and lets not begin with the price, i love ballistic's cases but it hard to argue a case that is virtually the same thing for -$20.00 in price. this case seems to be on par with a Kraken case... but oh well... i want to make a video review once i get this case
As per title, which holster fits the nexus 4 with OEM bumper?
thanks
I remember someone said the Seidio Active Holster for the N4 fits the phone with OEM bumper, but I cannot personally confirm, sorry.
Any of these black and tan leather ones will work.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Tan-L...314618?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item53f4617a7a
I have one and its a perfect fit with the bumper. The case will last you a good 6 months to a year before it starts to fall apart. I picked up mine for like a dollar and a half shipped. Have had several of these exact holsters over the years, and they all last no more than a year. But for the price that is fine.
thanks
forgot to mention that i`m looking more of the clip on like the seidio holsters and not leather.
AW: Holster that works with OEM bumper
Hello,
I'm not shure what type of holster you prefer. I found that one which is perfect for me. I'm using the Ringke Fusion case and not the original bumper. I measured the case and found out that the Samsung Galaxy S4 is in the same dimensions. So I ordered a holster for the S4 which now covers my N4 that is covered by the Ringke perfectly.
I hope this tip does help to find your holster for your bumpered N4.
schm1dt
schm1dt said:
Hello,
I'm not shure what type of holster you prefer. I found that one which is perfect for me. I'm using the Ringke Fusion case and not the original bumper. I measured the case and found out that the Samsung Galaxy S4 is in the same dimensions. So I ordered a holster for the S4 which now covers my N4 that is covered by the Ringke perfectly.
I hope this tip does help to find your holster for your bumpered N4.
schm1dt
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When did you get the S4 holster? Not a Seidio I assume .
I use the same Ringke Fusion case and use the Seidio Surface spring holster for the N4 and fits perfectly.
Hi kpjimmy,
no, not a Seido. I bought a leather holster, but as you said that's not you're looking for. Therefore my tip to focus on the dimensions of the bumpered phone. As Samsung is blowing out many models and Samsung is very popular, I decided first to look for a Samsung model having similar dimensions.
Usually the holsters are not produced to cover a bumpered phone. So I had to find a workaround and I did. I hope you also can find a solution which is perfect for you.
schm1dt
I use my seidio active holster with my bumper case. Not a perfect fit, the bumper is thinner but a tad wider than the active case. The sides rub the sides of the holster but that proves to help due to it being thinner it keeps it from moving around while in holster. The bottom corners fit perfectly and the clip on top fits over the top perfectly.
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Tdeljr said:
I use my seidio active holster with my bumper case. Not a perfect fit, the bumper is thinner but a tad wider than the active case. The sides rub the sides of the holster but that proves to help due to it being thinner it keeps it from moving around while in holster. The bottom corners fit perfectly and the clip on top fits over the top perfectly.
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Can you upload or post pics?
Which is the best back cover for our one plus 5 ? Anybody from India , Please suggest.
Spigen Rugged Armor
Been covering my phone with it for almost 3 months. Good grip, no scratches, no drops etc... Fits well with fabric front foil or anti fingerprint screen protector.
niyas0 said:
Which is the best back cover for our one plus 5 ? Anybody from India , Please suggest.
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https://www.amazon.in/gp/aw/d/B072YJGDRK/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I am using it and pretty awesome
I'm using orzly fusion bumper and it's so awesome
Dbrand is awesome!
davionpeace said:
I'm using orzly fusion bumper and it's so awesome
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And I'd love to get a review of the cover from your end along with some pictures. Am torn between Orzly Bumper and Ringke Hybrid Case
Ashish.akc said:
And I'd love to get a review of the cover from your end along with some pictures. Am torn between Orzly Bumper and Ringke Hybrid Case
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I wouldn't get the ringke the bumper just gets super messed up on those. I'd say the best thing I like about orzly is that it just feels so much secure. You can check my review on Amazon.in I have some pics uploaded there too.
I can only say don't get the Kevlar one from the official site. You can't use the alert slider in that. And it just looks bulky. Got one and using it.
davionpeace said:
I wouldn't get the ringke the bumper just gets super messed up on those. I'd say the best thing I like about orzly is that it just feels so much secure. You can check my review on Amazon.in I have some pics uploaded there too.
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I think because of the rubber sides it would feel more grippy compared to Ringke's sort of slippery material (I bought one for op3 last year). I had read all the reviews on Amazon and surely leaned towards Orzly only. What color do you have though?
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I think because of the rubber sides it would feel more grippy compared to Ringke's sort of slippery material (I bought one for op3 last year). I had read all the reviews on Amazon and surely leaned towards Orzly only. What color do you have though?
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I got the black one. The grip is hands down the best I've used. I've had many phones over the years and this is the most slippery one. But this case just makes me feel so much comfortable holding the phone.
davionpeace said:
I got the black one. The grip is hands down the best I've used. I've had many phones over the years and this is the most slippery one. But this case just makes me feel so much comfortable holding the phone.
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You got me. Am buying one too
poor people buy cases
Have couple cases for oneplus 5 which I'm selling if anyone from India is interested in buying git can pm me. OP Sand stone, Spigen Rugged armour, spigen ultra hybrid... And more they are almost like new condition.
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lekiaM said:
Spigen Rugged Armor
Been covering my phone with it for almost 3 months. Good grip, no scratches, no drops etc... Fits well with fabric front foil or anti fingerprint screen protector.
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I can vouch for this, since I use the same case.
I use the spiegen case
Spigen Neo Hybrid for ruggedness and Nillkin basic is a decent average in all areas.
The OnePlus 5 Bumper Case Karbon direct from oneplus is the best!
Expensive but best protection. I tested it last night Fall from 1,5 m on the really rainy road without any damage (phone or case)
Greetings
I haven't seen any reviews on the included case with T-Mobile's McLaren edition. Waiting on my McLaren to ship, and I was wondering if I should order a heavier duty case for it. I work in fire/EMS and construction, and I also tend to drop my phone a lot. I currently have a a cheap 2 piece Incipio case on my V30, the one with the soft rubber covered with a hard plastic shell, and I've beat the tar out of it. I've even forgotten it on the bumper of one of our trucks (apx. 2.5ft high), and it fell off in an area we'd have been doing about 45mph through. When we found it using Google's "Find My Phone" thing a couple hours later, it had tread marks across the case and the TGSP was totally shattered. However, my V30 still looks brand new inside the case. I suspect I got incredibly lucky with that though, and wouldn't bet on any case to reliably hold up to something like that. So, barring something catastrophic like that event, will the included case stand up to my rough lifestyle, or should I get a more "rugged" case? Also, semi-related, I've ordered one of the Alinsea almost-full-coverage TGSPs from Amazon. Has anyone tried that one with the included case, and if so, do they play nice together?
The quality of the included case is very good. I work in EMS as well but rarely drop my phone. With the way you describe your work day I would probably get a tougher case. I'm sure the included case would withstand normal falls but I doubt it would do well with significant falls. Hope this helps.
The case is nice, but made for show not toughness. And I've read a post where the user claims the metal from the McLaren logo started to come off and punctured his hand. I think it only offers minimal drop protection.
Got my McLaren, and I'll definitely be getting a different case. It's a shame, considering how slick this included one looks. Also, for anyone interested in the Alinsea TGSP, it's a perfect fit with this case if you line it up perfectly. It's almost entirely invisible, have to look closely to realize there's a screen protector at all. Feels like the unprotected screen too. Any recommendations for a rugged case that looks as nice as the included one?
I'm using the stock case until I find something worth buying on Amazon. Id like a good kickstand case that's 360 protected. The wifeproof case on my pixel XL was awesome.
But even with the stock case, I threw a plate behind it on the back, and I have no issues with the magnetic mount in my car.
Correction, the plate is sitting between the phone and case, with just a piece of tape holding it in place, nothing is seen from the outside.
mmarcz said:
I'm using the stock case until I find something worth buying on Amazon. Id like a good kickstand case that's 360 protected. The wifeproof case on my pixel XL was awesome.
But even with the stock case, I threw a plate behind it on the back, and I have no issues with the magnetic mount in my car.
Correction, the plate is sitting between the phone and case, with just a piece of tape holding it in place, nothing is seen from the outside.
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Poetic is the closest thing to 360 protection
I have a poetic gaurdian case that does not have a kick stand
Poetic Guardian Series Designed for OnePlus 7T Pro/OnePlus 7 Pro Case, Full-Body Hybrid Shockproof Bumper Cover with Built-in-Screen Protector, Black/Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZCBM39X/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_Y64fEb3DQ0116
The have another one that has a kick stand poetic revolution
Poetic Revolution Series Designed for OnePlus 7T Pro/OnePlus 7 Pro, Full-Body Rugged Dual-Layer Shockproof Protective Cover with Kickstand and Built-in-Screen Protector, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZCC6DZ4/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_U74fEb4C5SPSS
toolhas4degrees said:
Poetic is the closest thing to 360 protection
I have a poetic gaurdian case that does not have a kick stand
Poetic Guardian Series Designed for OnePlus 7T Pro/OnePlus 7 Pro Case, Full-Body Hybrid Shockproof Bumper Cover with Built-in-Screen Protector, Black/Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZCBM39X/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_Y64fEb3DQ0116
The have another one that has a kick stand poetic revolution
Poetic Revolution Series Designed for OnePlus 7T Pro/OnePlus 7 Pro, Full-Body Rugged Dual-Layer Shockproof Protective Cover with Kickstand and Built-in-Screen Protector, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZCC6DZ4/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_U74fEb4C5SPSS
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Thank you for the suggestions, I will check them out!
NickWhit1992 said:
Got my McLaren, and I'll definitely be getting a different case. It's a shame, considering how slick this included one looks. Also, for anyone interested in the Alinsea TGSP, it's a perfect fit with this case if you line it up perfectly. It's almost entirely invisible, have to look closely to realize there's a screen protector at all. Feels like the unprotected screen too. Any recommendations for a rugged case that looks as nice as the included one?
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What brand is your magnetic mount? I tried the same thing with mine, but it barely sticks. Looking for something stronger so I don't have to worry about potholes knocking it off.
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