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I was so anxious about dropping\scratching my phone that I bought this huge case from amazon and now I've realized....Using a case just ****ing ruins this phone, it literally becomes a working brick (literally) also its well known that its probably the thinnest phone around, i mean forget the case yo. Anyone else agree?

http://www.amazon.com/Flip-Cover-EF...949365&sr=1-6&keywords=Samsung+Galaxy+S3+Case
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I agree.
I have had an Evo, and an Evo 3D previously. Both of which I never used a cover/case on.
Then I got a small clip on case for my GSIII, but really dislike the bulkiness that it adds to the phone. I keep toying around with it, taking the case off, then putting it back on. I really am thinking of going caseless. But I do need to find a good screen protector. If I decided to do that.

I'm still debating, every time I buy cases I end up taking it off with in a few days...I already got a screen protector and I think that's all I need.
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@Cuhrazy
That Flip case, doesn't look like it'll protect anything if the phone was dropped.

I need a kickstand, need it. So I have a Case-Mate Pop!. It does make it brick-like when I have the phone in it.

I really really want a case cuz I'm scared to drop it. And my hands get oily and it starts slipping lmao. But then again, a case will cover up its sexiness
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You don't have to get a giant otterbox, I have a tpu case and I think the little extra size to the phone is perfect and you get a little more protection from dropping.

Halmo said:
You don't have to get a giant otterbox, I have a tpu case and I think the little extra size to the phone is perfect and you get a little more protection from dropping.
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Yeah TPU cases are good. Not really big but do give some protection. I'm looking at one of these: www.cruzerlite.com
Should be some Youtube reviews also.

Don't buy the white d30 open button case, gets dirty crazy fast, and cleaning it removes the white finish
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I ended up buying one even though I don't like em because the phone seems a bit slippery to me and want to avoid dropping it.
Either way, the tpu case I bought isn't that bulky so I'm ok with it.
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I didn't want a case
But then I got the phone and now i'm afraid i'm going to drop it so I bought a slim TPU case and a slim TPU bumper. I may rock it without a case every now and then because this phone feels and looks great.

no case brah.

i got a free one to protect it until i get one of these
shopandroid.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-skin-cases-top10.htm

This is my solution to the whole thing. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1645709 It focuses more on the screen protection than the case itself, so I'll sum it up here too.
I have found XO skin to be the best pick of wet install protection. Their skins cover any device so perfectly edge to edge that they virtually disappear. Other companies like ZAGG say they have "features" like the "orange peel effect", and that due to the fact that the Galaxy Nexus has a curved screen the shield needs to be smaller to accommodate this and there's nothing they can do. It's bull. They look like crap and it's their way of trying to hide that. XO has a full body protection option that when installed properly offers complete protection from every day nicks dings and short distance fumbles (all you can ask for from a case) that you almost forget is there. And when you do remember you show it off to people, instead of shoving your ZAGG covered phone back in your pocket in embarrassment. It still has a slight rubbery feel under hot heavy use (no innuendo intended), so I put a brand new new cheepo throw away plastic screen protector over it every couple of weeks to solve all my issues. (trust me when I say the XO Skin is completely unnoticeable underneath it. It does NOT look like you have two screen protectors on. Many people didn't believe me) I have been case free for 2 months without a care in the world about it, and my phone still looks wonderful.
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I need a case. My hands are small so when I try to reach with my thumb across the screen, the base of my thumb will usually barely touch the screen causing chaos with the touchscreen. Case with raised sides that protect the screen some when dropped keep my thumb from hitting the touchscreen on the sides.

I picked up a otterbox commuter a few days ago it's was a pain to get the phone in and is a bit big but I am happy with the case and screen protector as accidents happen and it's better to protect the phone then pay $600 to replace it.

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@Cuhrazy
That Flip case, doesn't look like it'll protect anything if the phone was dropped.
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Thats the point. It replaces the battery cover and adds protection to the screen. Sure it prolly wouldn't be that great for the back but you would have an extra back cover.

Robert Hodgson said:
I picked up a otterbox commuter a few days ago it's was a pain to get the phone in and is a bit big but I am happy with the case and screen protector as accidents happen and it's better to protect the phone then pay $600 to replace it.
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Does yours come with a built in screen protector? I wanna get one but I hate the screen protecter.
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find a good case, adn yo're G2G. I know my POP! isn't the thinnest, but I already dropped it onto tile from about 3 feet today. i'm not taking any chances. lol

Thin case that only "grabs" top and bottom?

Right now Im running a bumper (well, the girlfriend, who is a phonebreaker, is running it because she is waiting for her substantial case to arrive) but I was wondering if there were other options.
Most times Im running naked and only using the bumper in situations when I thought there was real risk. The main reason is because i love the cascading touch screen, it feels much better working on the phone without my thumb crashing into the lip of a bezel or case when swiping/typing.
So my question is, has anyeone seen a case that clips onto the phone holding only onto the top/bottom (and corners) but maybe only going up half or less of the sides, as to not interfere with the drop off effect of the screen?
I think if I had something like that I would be more willing to run the case more often. I know it couldn't be a bumper, it would need a back to support the sides and I am prepared to live with not seeing the blingy back.

I've been looking for this too! Haven't found a case like that yet...
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I asked exactly this same question, and the answer is that no one has made such a case yet. However, I did buy the rearth ringke slim case, which grips the sides, but very shallow, and it is pretty good. You don't bump the sides until you are about three fourths of the way down the bevel.
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ryan stewart said:
Right now Im running a bumper (well, the girlfriend, who is a phonebreaker, is running it because she is waiting for her substantial case to arrive) but I was wondering if there were other options.
Most times Im running naked and only using the bumper in situations when I thought there was real risk. The main reason is because i love the cascading touch screen, it feels much better working on the phone without my thumb crashing into the lip of a bezel or case when swiping/typing.
So my question is, has anyeone seen a case that clips onto the phone holding only onto the top/bottom (and corners) but maybe only going up half or less of the sides, as to not interfere with the drop off effect of the screen?
I think if I had something like that I would be more willing to run the case more often. I know it couldn't be a bumper, it would need a back to support the sides and I am prepared to live with not seeing the blingy back.
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Hmm, that would be awesome. I'd be interested in a case like such, as well.
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Might want to send an email to Rearth, and inquire about them making one. They already have one for the Galaxy Nexus. Just a thought.
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I'm waiting for this case from Amazon, its a leather flip down case and only grabs the 4 corners of the phone leaving most of the screen free, and i don't even need a screen protector with that.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LGAF0I/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Basmatek said:
I'm waiting for this case from Amazon, its a leather flip down case and only grabs the 4 corners of the phone leaving most of the screen free, and i don't even need a screen protector with that.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LGAF0I/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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that looks nice!
amazon US : $12.70
amazon uk : £24.95 = $37.24 !!
its a shame, far to expensive for me (uk)

Basmatek said:
I'm waiting for this case from Amazon, its a leather flip down case and only grabs the 4 corners of the phone leaving most of the screen free, and i don't even need a screen protector with that.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LGAF0I/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Damn, that in a thin TPU with no flip cover would be basically what I am looking for. I rock my phone naked 90% of the time now and the bumper when riding my motorcycle. I just cant stomach covering up a thin, attractive product with a massive case.

Email sent to Rearth. I would love a Nexus 4 version of their Galaxy Nexus Slim case.

kelvrick said:
Email sent to Rearth. I would love a Nexus 4 version of their Galaxy Nexus Slim case.
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+1. Being saying that since the N4 came out. That GNex case was awesome.

ryan stewart said:
Damn, that in a thin TPU with no flip cover would be basically what I am looking for. I rock my phone naked 90% of the time now and the bumper when riding my motorcycle. I just cant stomach covering up a thin, attractive product with a massive case.
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I use this case only in my car or in my pocket. When i get home it takes me 3" to remove it or put it back on. And i don't like screen or back protectors.

Do you have a case for your phone?

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.

Nigeldg said:
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..?

french-anonymous said:
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"

french-anonymous said:
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

Dropped face down from 2.5 feet

Pulled up to 7-11 this morning for some coffee, One was on my lap, parked, opened door, got out, SLAP!!! It fell face down flush with the ground (asphalt). I think I stared at it on the ground for about 3 minutes, before my eyes teared up I decided to face my fears and pick it up. The glass was perfect, no scratches, nicks, or cracks... I was VERY surprised. It fell hard, the aluminum on all 4 corners does have a nick in it, but the glass was fine.... Awesome.
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You got lucky!
I think because all 4 corners are chipped, most of the force was distributed and saved your screen.
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I did exactly that same time of morning and everything with my DNA but it landed vertical on a corner and cracked into a shattered spider web. Glad yours came out better.
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Did the same thing with my HOX, was jogging and it fell out of my bag, nearly gave myself a hernia!
It was okay though, phew!

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Pulled up to 7-11 this morning for some coffee, One was on my lap, parked, opened door, got out, SLAP!!! It fell face down flush with the ground (asphalt). I think I stared at it on the ground for about 3 minutes, before my eyes teared up I decided to face my fears and pick it up. The glass was perfect, no scratches, nicks, or cracks... I was VERY surprised. It fell hard, the aluminum on all 4 corners does have a nick in it, but the glass was fine.... Awesome.
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Now is the time to run out to ATT and pick up a nice Otterbox Commuter trust me you will be happy and it will hide the nicks
Glad your device survived that was a hard post to read

nullkill said:
Now is the time to run out to ATT and pick up a nice Otterbox Commuter trust me you will be happy and it will hide the nicks
Glad your device survived that was a hard post to read
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Forget the Otterbox, if you can get this instead go for it.
I bought one the other day and it is easily comparable to the Otterbox.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BQZD4CE/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_gb?ie=UTF8
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The-Last-Hylian said:
Did the same thing with my HOX, was jogging and it fell out of my bag, nearly gave myself a hernia!
It was okay though, phew!
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The One X is tough. I've dropped it on my hardwood floor many times, phone still looks great. Tiny dent on the bottom. Still upgrading to a One though, I'll just be more careful.

I did the same a few weeks back , is anyone going to attempt to replace the speaker covers where the dents are ?
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That's awesome.
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Seriously, you just got lucky. The glass WILL shatter if you drop it face down. Had dropped my Note II on the face and luckily got away with it too. But more often that not it does break. Take care of it better next time though

TeamDraven said:
Forget the Otterbox, if you can get this instead go for it.
I bought one the other day and it is easily comparable to the Otterbox.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BQZD4CE/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_gb?ie=UTF8
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that has to be the ugliest case ive ever seen... lmao

I was shoved down a flight of steps yesterday by an inconsiderate schoolboy, and there are now two large cracks across the screen of my phone. While the phone still works, I want to replace the screen and speaker grilles. Fingers crossed, hopefully HTC knows how to fix this.

Sodalitas said:
I was shoved down a flight of steps yesterday by an inconsiderate schoolboy, and there are now two large cracks across the screen of my phone. While the phone still works, I want to replace the screen and speaker grilles. Fingers crossed, hopefully HTC knows how to fix this.
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i hope you drop kicked that devil and send the parents a bill.

He was alone, I yelled at him, he cried, I relented. I'm weak like that. Ah well.

Seems the 4 corners of the phone are slightly raised as I dropped mine face down and only one corner has a little nick.
HTC phones have always been indestructible for me especially the screens. Galaxy s3 and note 2 screens are very fragile.

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that has to be the ugliest case ive ever seen... lmao
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I came here to say that. Hideous.

Exactly how I broke my nexus 4 didn't have that same fate though. Positive thing about that situation is I had a excuse to buy the ONE lol
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Enzopreme said:
that has to be the ugliest case ive ever seen... lmao
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I was just thinking the same.
I'm a fan of the Baseus Slim flip case. It's cheap, good quality and it protects the screen.
I never thought I'd like a flip case but it's actually really unobtrusive and when I'm home I take it out.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=300885232164
I loved the slip case for the Sensation. It was light, thin, aesthetically pleasing and protected the phone really well. I don't understand why HTC didn't continue making them in that style. They went back to the chunky ones with the pull tab for the One X and they don't do a slip case for the One at all. I much prefer being able to feel the lines of such a beautiful device when I'm using it.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=180718618384
I would never have a flip case that holds my bank cards though. Firstly it's very nature makes it larger than necessary but you're also making a very convenient little package and advertisement for muggers and pick pockets. Not clever if you live in a city.
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I gotta ask you something guys.
I'm trying to decide what to buy. Flipcase, pouch or some clear gel case.
I really want to buy a pouch because I don't want to hide this beauty. So my question is; when do you think people drop their phone most? while talking or while taking it out of pocket? I mean if I got pouch it'll protect it if I drop when taking out of my pocket. But It wouldn't help if it was in my hand (obviously)

I always like pouches. All of my phones look like new when I finish with them.
In my opinion, skins don't protect the phone it's so easy to scratch the screen in your pocket and screen protectors look like ****.
Flip covers aren't ideal either. You could easily get keys or loose change between the screen and the flap, when in your pocket.
I like pouches because you hold the phone as it was intended to be and you view it as intended. What's the point of having a beautiful device if it's hidden under layers of gel, leather or plastic? It's like everyone who has an iPhone is always telling me how beautiful it is and that's why they don't want an android phone. Then I ask them the last time they actually saw their beautiful iPhone out of it's case and that makes them think.
The difficulty I'm finding with the One and a slip case is as I pointed out above. HTC made a great slip case for the Sensation but the last few they've made have sucked. I have a One X slip case and it's huge both on the phone and in the hand. I've tried loads of third party slip cases in the past, with other phones, and the main issues are quality and that they're generally ill fitting. Not to mention they often look like crap.
The reason I started buying official HTC cases was that I was sick of buying new cases all the time and I saw one cheap and decided to try it. I have to say that the quality is generally way better with their own cases and I've bought official ever since (I've owned six HTC phones). This time round though I think they've screwed it up. The official cases for the One are too bulky. I want a tight fitting slip case that covers the top of the phone well but is easy enough to remove the phone from to answer quickly.
You also have to consider the material. When I first started buying cases I really didn't want leather and I bought ones made from textiles but they aren't so easy to slip in and out of your pocket. In fact gel cases pretty much grip the material in your pockets, this could cause you to fumble with the phone to get it out of your pocket and drop it. I say that because it has happened to me before and I had a few near misses. So. Anyway. I ended up realising why it makes a lot of sense to go with leather. It's just as easy to get in and out of your pocket as with no case at all.
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Who's going naked? :D

Just got my S8+ and it will never see a case or screen protector. I can't ruin the feel of my phone like that. The way it was designed is so you could enjoy it for what it is surely. Plus it's big enough as it is.
Who else is going naked?

Well i personally never use screenprotectors so i won't be using one on my s8+ too.
When it comes to cases and what not... i prefer not to use it and mostly dont, but my new job require to store my phone in a small closet (space just for the phone) that ahs this hard unfriendly to glass bottom, so i have started to put on case just for that and take it off when i leave work and go home...
I just love the ''naked'' phone feeling in hand.
I did order a dbrand skin for my back so ima gonna try that since it is supposed to be almost like a naked phone but still protected back from scratches.

You guys are crazy, one scratch and it's an eye sore for me. Got my s8+ in a spigen neo hybrid since day 1 and got screen protector coming today.

tzmx said:
Well i personally never use screenprotectors so i won't be using one on my s8+ too.
When it comes to cases and what not... i prefer not to use it and mostly dont, but my new job require to store my phone in a small closet (space just for the phone) that ahs this hard unfriendly to glass bottom, so i have started to put on case just for that and take it off when i leave work and go home...
I just love the ''naked'' phone feeling in hand.
I did order a dbrand skin for my back so ima gonna try that since it is supposed to be almost like a naked phone but still protected back from scratches.
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Indeed. It feels great in the hand. I do know if I drop it I will probably cry. Lol.
Dropped my S7 Edge on the pavement for the first time in more than a year the other day and nearly had a stroke. Still, no case!

I was strongly opposed to cases as i want to enjoy the design. I feel that especially with the S8+ you loose the design but the feel in hand when you fire on a case.
However you need to set the phone down & usually its on a hard surface (Table, Desk etc) so in this instance a case gives you that piece of mind. I do & will go naked on occasion as I'm one that appreciates the design & to never ever take your phone out then you be craaazy......as its a great design and your only limiting your joy.....?
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The real question is who's going skinny dipping?

what about https://www.ultimateshield.co.uk/co...ung-galaxy-s8-invisible-film-screen-protector

prfraczek said:
what about https://www.ultimateshield.co.uk/co...ung-galaxy-s8-invisible-film-screen-protector
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I've had 3 of the Ultimate Shield protectors on my S7 Edge, and they always start peeling after a while. Plus it gives the phone a rubbery feel and has an orange peel effect which detracts from the gorgeous display.
Too much faffing about so I won't bother. Plus you have to be really careless to scratch the gorilla glass 5.

At the risk of creating yet another case/non case thread (see under accessories thread) Samsung do a great slim / clear back (rather than case) which still exposes its glorious looks whilst providing some protection from the odd spill....its a slippy beast and one fall without protection could mangle it.

Biggenz said:
Just got my S8+ and it will never see a case or screen protector. I can't ruin the feel of my phone like that. The way it was designed is so you could enjoy it for what it is surely. Plus it's big enough as it is.
Who else is going naked?
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I always go naked. Have never used a phone case of any kind and never will.

If I worked in an office or some indoor job I would probably go screen protector only. But I work Construction and if I go naked the phone would be destroyed in a day lol

I never use cases or screen protectors. They completely ruin the look and feel of the phone.
I buy a new flagship every year, and haven't used either for the last 8 or 10 years.

Went naked for a day couldn't risk it, and put a wet screen protector. Scratches and microscratches are annoying. If they figured out a way in the future to polish the screens for sure using something for micros-cratches!

dBrand dragon skin on back panel so I can put it down without any cloth or tissue underneath
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It's cool till the first time you drop your phone. Then you've got the rest of the time you have payments on it to regret not blowing 12 bucks on a slim clear TPU case. But hey if you like to live on the edge!

Ice dropped a phone only once, and it didn't sustain damage (Nexus 6P). That said, I just can't bear the thought of it happening and my phone looking like this :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3593136
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i never got a new phone and walk out the store without a case, typically an otterbox, but since this time its delivered to my home i pre ordered cases (yes with an s) as well just to be sure.
when i finally got the phone i really really want to just go naked
but i'm too scared to mess it up

Been running no case no screen protector since Day 1 (April 21)

Will go with some slim fit case. This phone is very slippy in hand.

Good luck with that:
https://youtu.be/AkoZM83X_i4