[Q] front cover only case/flap? - Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hey guys I was wondering if there is a cover like the one for the iPad,I don't like the bulk that comes with cases that wrap around the back.
Thanks

miicho85 said:
Hey guys I was wondering if there is a cover like the one for the iPad,I don't like the bulk that comes with cases that wrap around the back.
Thanks
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I got the nexus 7 case from Walmart made by Asus. The flap is really thin and not bulky. Its easy to slice off with a razor too and you can't even tell its there.
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I have the Asus case too. Its very minimalistic, I love it. I'll never understand the hate for it.
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[Q] Will you be buying a case for your Nexus 4?

I say this because after reading the verge review, Joshua knocked the phone over and the back glass broke.
Well I sure dont want to risk so I will.
Just ordered a Best Skins Ever full body skin, should offer some protection without ruining the look of the phone
Cruzerlite FTW
Maybe if there is one with the flip cover that doesn't add too much bulk otherwise no case. It's too pretty.
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nivlac978 said:
Maybe if there is one with the flip cover that doesn't add too much bulk otherwise no case. It's too pretty.
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This
Yes I will. Off topic. Anyone know if/where/how to get insurance on this phone?
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Deggy said:
Yes I will. Off topic. Anyone know if/where/how to get insurance on this phone?
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SquareTrade or something is a popular choice I keep hearing about
I'll make my own protective cover, using double sided adhesive tape, liquid teflon or silicon. Modeling that to just fit Nexus 4's back and adding 1mm to its thinness.
I may get the bumper case
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Nope.. I wouldn't have one for my iPhone either if Apple didn't give it to me free of charge.
The glass looks nice apart from the fact that it's a fingerprint magnet.
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Nope I never used a cover on my phone, it's make phone super ugly
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Yeah, probably a TPU one.
I will most definitely get a Noreve case for it.
Yep, a black rubber one for the back/sides and a clear skin for the screen.
I voted no, but would use a thin clear case if they became available just for scratch protection. I don't care for the TPU cases as they add some bulk.
Will be getting a flip case...
I don't know really, I've never had a glass parts phone, only plastic.
I saw the Verge video too and the crack was pretty annoying since once you see it you can't ignore it.
But then again with screenprotectors and cases the phone gets less comfortable, besides Gorilla Glass 2 is supposed to be really strong and flexible. Once I get the phone and use it for a bit I'll rethink and definitely check out this thread again to see who recommends what cases etc.
Yes, but I'll only use it for the first month or so. After that naked.
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Most likely getting a Otterbox here. I've got a baby who loves to reach for small things with bright screens. It's begging for a mishap.
Would a case mess up the wireless charging?
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Zagg HD for nexus 4

Is it possible to put the lg optimistic g HD screen protector by zag on a nexus 4? I know they are the same size with same cut outs. Has anybody tried this? The reason I am asking is that they are already available at best buy so no waiting
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Is it possible to put the lg optimistic g HD screen protector by zag on a nexus 4? I know they are the same size with same cut outs. Has anybody tried this? The reason I am asking is that they are already available at best buy so no waiting
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They don't look the same to me at all? I mean look at the form factor, the Optimis G is rounded corners and a flat screen. Nexus is more rounded with a curved screen.
ZAGG has ones made just for the N4, but not the HD one you are looking for:
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/lg-nexus-4-e960-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
I went to the zagg stand at my local mall looking for the same. The HD zagg screen protectors are soooo nice and smooth. They said the best they could do is a custom cut, but Im uneasy about that, afraid it would come out looking crappy.
I had a custom cut one done for me using a HD invisible shield for the iPad 3. $20 and wow its nice!
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Is it possible to put the lg optimistic g HD screen protector by zag on a nexus 4? I know they are the same size with same cut outs. Has anybody tried this? The reason I am asking is that they are already available at best buy so no waiting
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They have a phone called Optimistic?
What's the difference between the HD skin and the Screen protectors they already sell?
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What's the difference between the HD skin and the Screen protectors they already sell?
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More transparent and no orange peel.
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Yeah the HD is much better than the original Zagg, too bad they don't sell it cut for the Nexus 4.
Probably because the Nexus 4 is only carried by a few carriers worldwide.
Ah thanks guys.
I think I'll get one of the Max protect ones today before their 50% off sale ends tonight. This way, at least the back is also protected and I can just replace the front with the HD one if they ever make it.
Has anybody received theirs yet?
I received mine the front & back its it looks really clear but I think the HD would be better and it covers the back really nice.
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Thanks for the pics!
I've only ever used the original ZAGG so I don't know anything about the HD version.
I guess ZAGG's new way of dealing with the proximity sensors and front facing cam is to just leave a cutout to the edge. I liked their old style of making it cover everything but those sensors/cam. Hmph.
Got my ZAGGs today!!!
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Got my ZAGGs today!!!
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congratulation man!! don't forget to post pictures!!!
This is my Nexus 4 with a HD invisible shield that was cut from a zagg kiosk. The pics look not so good but trust me it looks amazing. The dust in the pics is from my lens.
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This is my Nexus 4 with a HD invisible shield that was cut from a zagg kiosk. The pics look not so good but trust me it looks amazing. The dust in the pics is from my lens.
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Make them cut more and sell them to us!
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I could see what I could do, but I would need some kind of profit even a few bucks. How much would you guys pay for them? We would do PayPal and shipping is extra also. Let me know!
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Is it better than xtremeguard in your opinion
I haven't tried extreme guard before. I have always stuck with Zagg.

Case advice. Looking for a support thin case. Any ideas?

OK so I've never used a case on any phone I've every owned because I've always hated how thick they were and made it impossible to fit in a belt style holster. Now however I definitely need one since the speaker is on the back making the phone impossible to watch videos or do anything with audio while laying the phone down. So I'm looking for something that's as thin add possible while also having a kick stand of some sort... Any ideas?
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Seidio Surface probably.
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Seidio Surface probably.
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I heard the seidio case cases scratches on the bezel so u would have to put tape on the bezel to prevent the scratching. It also scratched their screen.
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Has anyone provided pictures to support this? I only saw one person mention this in the Seidio thread but after people asked for more info and pictures he disappeared.
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I heard the seidio case cases scratches on the bezel so u would have to put tape on the bezel to prevent the scratching. It also scratched their screen.
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I didn't disappear. I threw the case in the trash before taking any pictures, mea culpa. I do have the holster which is nice. If you don't believe me please go for it, but it. will. scratch. your. phone. Just wait till the active case comes out. It looks nice and seems the inner layer is all silicone which is much more friendly on your phone than the plastic. The problem is, you just aren't going to find a hard slim case that wont scratch your phone unless the entire thing has a soft rubber inside, is tight in the case, and doesn't use any sort of sliding mechanism to fit together. It's the friction and whatever debris is in there that causes the scratching... on the glass. The plastic bezel is very soft. Doesn't take much to scratch it. Dust under a TPU case can scuff up the phone too, but not like the surface. You can use a TPU case with the surface. Looks fine and works great.
Just for your enjoyment... I did some dumpster diving through my kitchen trash can, but my wife took that trash out already. Got my arms full of meat juice, spit, eggs, and other nasty crap just to show that I'm not a troll, but the bag is apparently in the big can in the garage. Maybe I'll take some pics of that just to prove that I have the case. I have no axe to grind with Seidio. I've spent hundreds on their products. They just don't make a good surface case for the nexus 4. I just don't want people to damage a hard to find phone and in the process, waste $60ish hard earned on a product that does more damage than it protects.
Jayrod is not a troll and anything he says I believe he has helped me with countless things on here
Ewww man
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You could buy a fly grip if your just looking for a kickstand. Keeps your phone naked aswell. Flygrip thread is here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2088230
Boizzen said:
You could buy a fly grip if your just looking for a kickstand. Keeps your phone naked aswell. Flygrip thread is here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2088230
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No offense my brother but "Hell No" its so tacky looking.:thumbdown:
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Boizzen said:
You could buy a fly grip if your just looking for a kickstand. Keeps your phone naked aswell. Flygrip thread is here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2088230
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Thanks for the recommendation mate, but that's not quite what I'm looking for. I mean I love that it can be a kickstand but I don't like the look of a folder clip looking thing on the back of my phone. ;(
I'm looking for something slim and thin as possible but has the option to prop my device up. Something like this but for the Nexus 4:
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=72711&gclid=CNfrq7XL47QCFQqe4AodVToARQ
Check out the Poetic Palette or Diztronic Hardshell. I have reviews on both. I would personally recommend the Palette.
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Nxxx said:
Check out the Poetic Palette or Diztronic Hardshell. I have reviews on both. I would personally recommend the Palette.
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The palette is a nice case but no kickstand.
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Came across this.. Don't know if you'll like it :
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.ca/viewitem?itemId=380549147579#ht_2899wt_1041
This sort of acts as a kickstand when folded but not very thin : http://item.mobileweb.ebay.ca/viewitem?itemId=290839156759#ht_1268wt_1275
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Anyone have ringke discover?

Anyone have thoughts on this flip folder? http://www.rearthusa.com/google-nexus-4-ringke-discover-premium-leather-case
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Yes, mine came today.
Very good quality, good fit, very slim and real leather!
Best case IMHO
Phil
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philwaud said:
Yes, mine came today.
Very good quality, good fit, very slim and real leather!
Best case IMHO
Phil
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I just cant see myself using a flip case. It seems like it'll get in the way, but I like the idea of having your wallet combined with it,
Mine should be here soon. If you order do it on Amazon, they have a discount code in the description which will give you ten dollars off the price. I didn't see it till after I ordered it so check that out.
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Got one
I have had one for a couple of weeks now. I really like it. My cards are easy to pull out of the slots. The leather has broken in at the spine and it folds over great. It doesn't honestly get in the way of using the phone personally. My only complaint is it gets a little thick with some cards in it. I have 3 cards in it and I can hardly fit it in my pockets. Granted my pants pockets are on the slim fitting side. I usually just carry it around or put it in my jacket pocket. So far I am impressed with it, except it takes a little work to get it out of the case. I am always afraid I am going to scratch or chip that chrome ring around the front of the phone when I pull it out of the case.
Would you guys minds putting up some be pictures, thanks!
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Thanks for posting this. Noticed the Ringke Fusion after looking at it. $13.99 on Amazon!
Http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=121052475051&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=62963833727
Here is an alternative.
Here is the packaging. I can't get my phone out the slim case to take pictures man lol. I'm going to use my other phone though, here's one for now. I gave a detailed review another post called old book cases
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Waiting for the review brother
40$ . jeez
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I ordered today

Zagg and a case. What do you use?

Ive been doing a lot of reading and havent seen too much in depth talk about the n4 with a zagg and case. Seems like every case i get bubbles my zagg around the edges as they currently dont have a "case friendly" one. Ive used zaggs for a long time and i really dont want to switch to anything else but this is getting frustrating and expensive. lol. So with that what cases are you guys using with a zagg?
no one uses a zagg with a case these days? :silly:
Zagg is a complete rip-off. I use XtremeGuard and a diztronic case. You'll love it.
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Just buy some front and back screen shields and you'll be good to go. That's what i did and i use the body glove nova case. HIGHLY recommend it. By far my favorite case and no bubbling
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Zagg with Google bumper case seems to be right combination, doesn't disturb edges at all.
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tylercarter said:
no one uses a zagg with a case these days? :silly:
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I am quite satisfy with zagg and i may try another protector someday. But for now, it protects my phone perfectly.
I am using zagg with an Acase which I also wrote a review already. You may find it in this 4rum.
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Zagg is a complete rip-off. I use XtremeGuard and a diztronic case. You'll love it.
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Hey man just wondering how you got your xtremeguards not to unstick from the sides and corners, I have the xtremeguards and a androidify case and every side got ****ed up :/
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Use to have a skinomy. Then I ripped it up and now I have no screen protector. That thing pissed me off. And my case is the ionic one from amazon.
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drmclove69 said:
Hey man just wondering how you got your xtremeguards not to unstick from the sides and corners, I have the xtremeguards and a androidify case and every side got ****ed up :/
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It's a matter of patience. I hate putting on screen protectors. I really do. I started from the top to align the earpiece, proximity sensor and front camera. And when you use the case, you have to wedge the phone in so the case won't lift up the protector. If your case has a lip around the edges that will help a lot.
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kyoteqwik said:
Zagg with Google bumper case seems to be right combination, doesn't disturb edges at all.
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Awesome! Ordered one the other day and it should be delivered today
Also thanks to everyone for your feedback as I'm really picky about this stuff. Great to see what works for everyone.
Edit: dang I'm all out of thanks for the day
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