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Right now I have an otterbox on my hd2. I like the saftey but hate the bulkyness. I also hate the plastic over the screen. Suggestions. Should I keep the otterbox because it's free and best protection or try something else?
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how is it free ?
The original HTC rubber case that came with the HD2 is the best in my opinion. It has gone through so much and still looks great and protects my phone.
i honestly stopped using cases for a long time. they simply ruin the looks of the phone. i usually use a holster to carry it around. but when i am holding i am doing my best to keep it from falling.
Otter Box All the way dude ! I wouldn't have a phone like this without one!
These pouches are fu**ing beautiful!
If you like them, then please give me a 'thanks'
http://www.more-thing.com/classic-collection-grade-a-cowhide-leather-for-htc-hd2.html
Really high quality cases there, good find!
Otterbox FTW
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I've got one of these on the way. Made by HTC, real leather and adequate protection. As someone else said, if you're careful with the phone when it's out of the case and otterbox is not a necessity.
I also have a Zagg full-body kit on my phone. Doesn't protect it from drops but you won't be scratching the phone with it on there.
I really like the seidio active with kickstand cases, I know they made cases for the past nexus phones and the active case foe my sensation has been hands down the best case I ever owned for any phone, and I have gone through lots of cases.
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So what case does everyone else want to see?
I'd like to know if having a case will prevent wireless charging...
I'd probably get the bumper. I don't want to cover up the cool looking glass back but I want something for a little protection from drops and to cover up what looks to be a really scratchable chrome ring.
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I'd like to know if having a case will prevent wireless charging...
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I would think the right material and thickness It would still charge through the case,but if that's an issue the D3o band cases (i think that's what they are called should still work
how
i think that's good
I always get a $2 TPU case off ebay for my phones, hopefully that comes out quickly
A bumper or a Trident case
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Ill be picking up a a full body bestskinsever, cases add too much bulk for me.
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Skins for me as well but it won't prevent me from getting cruzerlites and diztronics when they release them
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I always get a $2 TPU case off ebay for my phones, hopefully that comes out quickly
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This. Or whichever case I can find locally that appeals to me. Honestly I never really care about brand for cases at least. It's more about their appearance and performance.
Can't see a OtterBox letting you perform that function, but some of their stuff has openings on the back, so maybe they'll take the charging adapter into consideration. What kills me about Otterbox, is they never answer a question. I realize they get tons of requests, but is it too hard to put a coming soon on their site for upcoming popular units? They have Twitter and FB, so you would think................
I really want a green androidified tpu case by Cruzerlite. I hope they make it quickly.
SGP bumper. Once you go them it's hard not to notice the detail that goes into design....
Bumper or a Body Glove - I really like their cases.
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Either a bumper or a black Cruzerlite Androidified.
Really hoping Ballistic comes out with their SG case.
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Either a bumper, a d30 type case, or an otterbox
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I always get a $2 TPU case off ebay for my phones, hopefully that comes out quickly
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^ this
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I really like the elago breathe cases that have been on my previous phones, so that would probably be the case of my choice.
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SGP bumper. Once you go them it's hard not to notice the detail that goes into design....
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That's how I feel about the sidieo active cases, I have had one on my sensation for almost a year now and I am still impressed by it
Ok so after purchacing a s line case and a xtremegaurd screen protector and finding the case peels off the screen protector, I want to know what's the best screen protector case (proper case - not just a bumper) you can get in the UK
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Don't know about screen protector compatibility, but the Diztronic TPU is great. I had to order mine from the US Diztronic site, arrived in under a week
Only thing I've bought to date is the GENx replica bumper case - it's apparently pretty much identical to the OEM one but is actually available...you can get it here:
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/genx-hybrid-bumper-case-for-google-nexus-4-black-p37910.htm
As you can read here, Paul O'Brien from MoDaCo seems to think they could even be the same case (and I trust Paul)!
http://www.modaco.com/page/news/_/android/hands-on-with-the-genx-nexus-4-bumper-from-mobilefun-r996
Still undecided as to whether to get an SP or not...
Don't know about screen protector compatability since I don't use one, but I find the Meifeng hard case great. Nicely finished and the matt effect (got the black one) looks very nice on the N4. Looks better than the multiple gel cases I've had on previous phones, and good value at around £4.
The GenX is £20 though!
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The GenX is £20 though!
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It is but it's worth it IMO
I actually got a poetic borderline for a tener on amazon. Got the green one as it was 5£ cheaper and green is my fav color anyway
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Back with my sline after my nilkin fell to pieces
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I was previously using my S2 Casemate rubber case stretched over and it actually fit except for all the cutouts being wrong but it did the interim job for what I needed.
I recently purchased one of these Bingsale cases in transparent and it does a respectable job and looks much better than the annoyingly overpopular S line cases. It's exactly as the photo and has clear sides with a smoked sort of finish on the back so you can still see the graphics but not the pattern which looks good to me. I wrote a review on there but I would've preferred a softer rubberised case as used to using a Capdase soft jacket xpose on my previous phones which had a nicer feel to it then the plastic feel rubber most of these cheap cases are. If like me you use headphones with a big connector then you'll have to remove the case to use your headphones but I'm gonna try chop it up a bit and make it big enough as it's annoying at the moment.
Seems they've changed them from being shipped from Hong Kong as mine was which took about 10 days to get to me to being available as an add-on item from Amazon so not sure if you can get them alone any more.
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Ok so after purchacing a s line case and a xtremegaurd screen protector and finding the case peels off the screen protector, I want to know what's the best screen protector case (proper case - not just a bumper) you can get in the UK
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There is no "best case" but I use this, its really good: http://www.amazon.co.uk/NEXUS-BALLISTIC-SHELL-SERIES-Black/dp/B00B5SCDN8
Amazing protection from everything, plus my screen protector doesn't peal!
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Don't know about screen protector compatibility, but the Diztronic TPU is great. I had to order mine from the US Diztronic site, arrived in under a week
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I agree, I purchased the Matt Black, fits great, just about right amount of grip, only issue I have is the buttons are not very well defined.
I purchased mine from here:-
http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=46_76&products_id=303
If you enter XDA in voucher code at checkout you get 10% off.
I got to chuck my hat in to the ring and give Square One Slim Fit a shout
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00AOW8ICQ/ref=noref?ie=UTF8&psc=1&s=electronics
Decided ti purchase a ringyke hybrid after various research. Will update when I get it
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Hi, I've had the nexus for two days now and yesterday I dropped it from about two feet to the kitchen floor. Nothing happened to the phone. The floor is sort of like plastic? I'm not sure what kitchen floors are made of. Anyway, this is my first glass phone and I'm very paranoid that I may crack it someday. I've seen what happens if you drop a glass phone, i.e iPhone and nexus and its scary. My previous phone; I never dropped it once (at least that I can recall), but this phone is a lot slimmer and easier to slip from the hand.
I primarily ask because I'm one of those people who would rather have a 'naked' phone. I feel like it shows the true beauty of phones, but I also don't want to have a shattered phone
I also take good care of my phones. But you never know what can happen.
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I ordered the Ringke Fusion case, but hasn't arrived yet.
Absolutely man, buy a good case and a screen cover. Its worth the extra 30 or 40$.
I use a pouch case (the shocksock leather one, looks very nice on the phone) which protects the entire phone when it's in my pocket but allows me to use it without a case or screen protector. Worked for me for two years with my HD2 (not a single scratch or dent apart from once when my friend dropped it when using it) and hopefully it should work for me with this phone too.
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I use a pouch case (the shocksock leather one, looks very nice on the phone) which protects the entire phone when it's in my pocket but allows me to use it without a case or screen protector. Worked for me for two years with my HD2 (not a single scratch or dent apart from once when my friend dropped it when using it) and hopefully it should work for me with this phone too.
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Tmobile store now has the hard body glove case and the silicon case. I got the hard case and it is great did not noticibly change the weight or size of the phone like a lot of cases
I bought the Acase Superleggera Pro from Amazon for $15 and have had it for a few days. I can finally rest easy about dropping it since it has the hard shell on the outside with the silicone layer on the inside almost like an Otterbox (2 stage case). All port cutouts are precise and buttons are easy to press. I've owned 2 other cases and both seemed to offer little protection for it. I just hope I never have to test it lol.
I'm just like you: anxious and not liking cases and I definitely advise you to use one. I bought a 3$ TPU case and it protects the phone well plus it makes it less slippery.
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Using the official bumper + skinomi screen protector. Works very well for me. Dropped the phone once, ~1meter fall (from my pocket) on wooden floor, the bumper definitely saved it.
Take a case and a 2 protectors(face and bottom) to protect the phone from scratches. Both cost about 10 €
I use them since the first day and everything is fine for me. It saved my phone more than once.
Bought a Cruzerlite android army case. Fits really well, looks good, and the TPU material is soft and protective.
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I'm using the poetic atmosphere case with a fingerprint reducing screen protector..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AG0D4BQ
Also have this one but don't use it as much..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ASSS1Z0
I stick with poetic.. High quality and great price.. Have the same case on my iPhone 5 with no issues either
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I'd like to have a vegan protection for Nexus 4 but can't find it, or very very very ugly ones ! Any idea..?
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I'd like to have a vegan protection for Nexus 4 but can't find it, or very very very ugly ones ! Any idea..?
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This is the ONLY vegan case I could find for the nexus 4 the rest I found are for the nexus 7 & 10.. You may be able to have one custom made but wouldn't even know where to start on that..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ABYX5S4
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i'm have the same opinion that the N4 looks much better "naked" but i'm afraid that the glass breaks if the phone hits the floor..
so i ordered a cheap tpu chase and use it only when i leave my home. at home my phone is "naked"
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I'd like to have a vegan protection for Nexus 4 but can't find it, or very very very ugly ones ! Any idea..?
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Lol. I had never heard of this.
rcklss1 said:
This is the ONLY vegan case I could find for the nexus 4 the rest I found are for the nexus 7 & 10.. You may be able to have one custom made but wouldn't even know where to start on that..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ABYX5S4
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Thank you ! i'll try it
EDIT : Too bad I can't order it in my country (France).
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Lol. I had never heard of this.
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It's just stuffs with no animal products in it. This is the way I live, I hate violence, I hate slavery, so I won't support it in any way. I know it sounds funny when you don't know about it, but it's the only way we can reject animal cruelty. I could say a lot, but I think it's not the place to talk about it.
I hate cases, with this phone I use one but I don't like it especially after a week or so of using a case how good the phone feels when you take it out
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I'm using an ionic styled black case that you find on amazon for under 10 bucks. Great protection, doesn't add much bulk imo and it feels very good in my hands. Plus I feel safer with it on and that's what's important...ones own peace of mind.
My cousin has a cruzerlite case, there is nothing wrong with it but I prefer the case I currently have on my phone. I actually purchased it to hold me over till I find something that I really liked. Now its my daily driver and I couldn't be happier.
http://www.amazon.com/Exact-Armor-G...qid=1363634133&sr=8-248&keywords=nexus+4+case
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Dbrand on the back, an Etsy pouch and that does me. Don't like cases on this phone feels better using it naked.
Ringke SLIM for day to day. Ionic Guardian (got it when it was $4) for outdoor stuff.
Naked is awesome, but not safe
I have the diztronic tpu, but it just seems to add too much bulk for my taste, and it's slippy as hell. I have better grip without a case.
I have searched a lot here and Google, but no one really seems to talk about any of the hard cases having decent texture that helps with grip.
Are there any options that I have missed?
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Here's what I use: http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/prod...e876ada0a02d5b6d6343a6fen02&SearchPageIndex=1
Available at Best Buy as well. Decent grip, and a good fit.
You should definitely try meifeng case like this one here http://www.ebay.com/itm/Meifeng-Hard-Skin-Cover-Case-LCD-Protector-For-Google-LG-Nexus-4-E960-Black-/271115454049?pt=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item3f1fbd8661 I haven't owned any other cases for my nexus 4 beside that one so i can't really compare it to any else case but for me grip (compared to naked phone or naked phone+XG film protector) is excellent. It also look's very nice, you can find some pics, reviews and comparisons here on XDA. I'm 100% satisfied with it
I love my Diztronic case! :silly:
Try these
http://www.amazon.com/SF-Matte-Blac...8&qid=1366551361&sr=8-2&keywords=nexus+4+case
http://www.amazon.com/Matte-Rearth-...&qid=1366551372&sr=8-19&keywords=nexus+4+case
This is what you want: Poetic Palette SLIM
Oh the diztronic is a great don't get me wrong, and I only use tpu cases (diztronic, s-line, cruzerlite) on my other phones. I just find that unlike my last phone (one x) the nexus 4 is a little too bulky with a tpu case on it. Plus the finish on is just soooo slippery.
I have never used a hard case before since they seem to add very little protection compared to tpu, but I want to keep the nexus as thin and light as possible. While still giving decent protection to the screen.
Unlike a lot of people I don't care if my phone itself gets a scratch or ding in the casing of the phone. Only thing I really care about is keeping the screen as perfect as possible.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-MF-Qu...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item35c2372d43
Seconding the meifeng case. I've had it on my phone for a few months and Its great. Lots of grip, super thin, very durable and it looks great.
CGY Guy said:
Here's what I use: http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/prod...e876ada0a02d5b6d6343a6fen02&SearchPageIndex=1
Available at Best Buy as well. Decent grip, and a good fit.
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is that better than the fusion? I have the fusion and the button feedback is so terrible I went back to my diz. care to show us a few pics?
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Meifeng ftw
Check out this item I found on eBay:
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Item: Momax Ultra Tough Case Clear Touch for LG NEXUS 4 Free Screen Protector Black
URL: http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=221198840506
Alt URL: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Momax-Ultra-...S-4-Free-Screen-Protector-Black-/221198840506
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This is wath i got from ebay and simply the best...
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Note that there is one major issue with the Meifeng if you have the orb... it won't stay on. I have no problems with the TPU cases in this regard, but with the Meifeng on it, the phone simply won't stick to the charger.
noonam3 said:
You should definitely try meifeng case like this one here http://www.ebay.com/itm/Meifeng-Hard-Skin-Cover-Case-LCD-Protector-For-Google-LG-Nexus-4-E960-Black-/271115454049?pt=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item3f1fbd8661 I haven't owned any other cases for my nexus 4 beside that one so i can't really compare it to any else case but for me grip (compared to naked phone or naked phone+XG film protector) is excellent. It also look's very nice, you can find some pics, reviews and comparisons here on XDA. I'm 100% satisfied with it
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Hi,
I bought one of these and I'm just waiting it to arrive.
Is it really good?
I mean, the material, the feel, protection..
tks
stark_br said:
Hi,
I bought one of these and I'm just waiting it to arrive.
Is it really good?
I mean, the material, the feel, protection..
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Feel is great, and it will prevent the back and sides from getting scratched, but offers little protection from drops (especially if it lands on the bottom or top as there is not much of those areas that are covered). No real shock absorption either.
Has anyone seen a review or tried one of these cases?
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/New-Rubber-T...var&hash=item43babd2e20&_uhb=1#ht_1267wt_1190
Its a two piece hard case but it does offer protection of all the sides.
Solutions Etcetera said:
Note that there is one major issue with the Meifeng if you have the orb... it won't stay on. I have no problems with the TPU cases in this regard, but with the Meifeng on it, the phone simply won't stick to the charger.
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I do not have that problem. The texture of the meifeng case seems to help mine stay on better.
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I do not have that problem. The texture of the meifeng case seems to help mine stay on better.
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Well, that doesn't seem all that surprising with so many reports from folks who have problems with the phone sticking to the orb. Mine sticks great to a slick surface. Not so much to a porous one.
Another vote for the Meifeng. I gave my original to a friend because I was on the whole bumper bandwagon. I missed it so much I ordered a new one. Great feeling in the hand. Not so great with the top/bottom protection but it's grippy so hopefully you won't drop it.
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I ordered a meifeng (well a non branded one) and I think I will drop the 6 bucks on the two piece hard shell just to see what it's like. (It's coming from China so it will take a month anyway).
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Nillkin black case i use is very nice with textured back and is 2mm thick. Works on my wireless charger as well.
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Kindatired said:
I ordered a meifeng (well a non branded one) and I think I will drop the 6 bucks on the two piece hard shell just to see what it's like. (It's coming from China so it will take a month anyway).
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hi,
could you point me towards the non branded meifeng please?! thanks