Are you comfortable in your own skin? Is your phone comfortable in its skin? Rate this thread to express how you deem Samsung's Android skin on the Note5. A higher rating indicates that you love it: it adds just the right amount of features, it's visually pleasing, and overall it's additive to the experience.
Then, drop a comment if you have anything to add!
I think Samsung has come a long way with their skins. I have my Note5 set up with a Material Design theme (from the Samsung theme store) plus I'm using Action Launcher. Those together make the Note5 feel reasonably "un-Samsunged" and so I'm happy with it.
one way or another, I want to dbrand the note 5 so hard, with woody finish .
OEM Skin? what does this mean? I did buy a cheap Skin from best buy for like a $10 at best buy. It was ok till i bougght another or better case. But if your asking about the oem skin, its damn sexay because of the all metal and glass skin.
tw1n5nak35 said:
OEM Skin? what does this mean? I did buy a cheap Skin from best buy for like a $10 at best buy. It was ok till i bougght another or better case. But if your asking about the oem skin, its damn sexay because of the all metal and glass skin.
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Lol bro, they're not talking about the kind of oem skins that you buy for protection or covering the screen... They are talking about the Theme Skins! You can use it to make your entire phone look totally different from theme to theme.. You should try it some time, it's in settings then Themes.
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Lol bro, they're not talking about the kind of oem skins that you buy for protection or covering the screen... They are talking about the Theme Skins! You can use it to make your entire phone look totally different from theme to theme.. You should try it some time, it's in settings then Themes.
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Dude! Oh.. my gawd! I feel like a total idiot right now. :facepalm: hahaha. Thank you for chiming in. I dont' really mess with the skins too much. I know you can purchase more on the Samsung store and there's also free ones as well. Besides the default skin, the only other one I tried was the Space Theme or skin. But this was while ago, like November last year when I bought the phone. Thank you again for clearing up my confusion
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Hi guys.
Check this: http://www.decalgirl.com. I know this place from some time already when I bought them for my iPod.
They make vinyl adhesive covers for almost every device in the world, and some of them look really cool, specially the rugged ones. The material (rugged) has very good quality and they send it by regular mail including a key to download the desktop wallpaper that fits EXACTLY with the design, making the customization very good.
Its very easy to place as the adhesive material which is made of can be placed and removed as many times as you need, and it will keep your device away from dirt and scratches. You can even have more than one and switch them when you want, as they're easy to remove and they can be placed again even if several days/weeks have passed.
Yesterday I went to check if they had covers for the Archos 70IT, and found they only have for the 10.1, the 4.3 and the old archos as the 7HT, that's slightly different from 70IT, so they wouldn't fit.
I posted a "Device Suggestion" asking them if they would support the Archos 70IT in a near future, and this is their reply:
We do not have that device currently. What I can do though is have it added to our list of devices to discuss with our development team.
If the device is really being marketed or we get a great response from consumers there may be a great chance we will do it.
We release about 4-5 devices per month so are always looking for devices to bring in.
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Maybe if enough of us ask them to make it, they will do... I would love to get covers for the A70IT cause they make it look really cool and customized. Will anyone lend a hand and help me asking them to make it?
Cheers
I am also looking for a well fitting case for my A70IT.
But I don't like the case to cover the display as those of DecalGirl do.
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I am also looking for a well fitting case for my A70IT.
But I don't like the case to cover the display as those of DecalGirl do.
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Yawww... no, they don't cover the display XDDD it's just they provide a Desktop Wallpaper that matches EXACTLY with the cover, so they give that impression... but you can choose no to use that wallpaper...
Believe me, I have it for my iPod, the screen is not covered... it's just an optical illusion made by the desktop wallpaper...
However, this aren't cases... they are adhesive vinyl sheets that you stick to your device .. more like skins than cases... they won't protect the device against impacts... just against scratches and dirt...
Oh, how stupid of me.
A wallpaper is a funny idea.
Thanks for this correction and description.
I think I would rather prefer a case than a skin, but if I find your device suggestion I will support it.
Edit: Found the "Suggest a new device" dialog.
Updated Thread Found Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1186289
Will it still fit in the moto case with one of these on?
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I agree with this question. If so, I would love to get it.
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Will it still fit in the moto case with one of these on?
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The gel skins probably will not fit just because of the gel itself. It adds a small amount of bulk to achieve the 3D effect that makes it pop, it actually almost does not fit into the speaker dock with the gel skin. I will try and get better pics up soon to show you what I mean.
You will be fine with the basic skin or the scratch resistant skin, as they do not add any bulk at all. The gel skins are the only one's that differ from the others. Plus they are 50% off, unlike the others. I think the gel skins are the best, even if they do add a tiny bit of bulk. They look and feel so much nicer than the other two choices once you get it on there.
Everything is updated now. More to come soon enough. I hope this thread goes somewhere in the long run just like the "post your Honeycomb screenshots" one did. How nice would that be.
If this thread goes well I'll add in a user top rated section to the OP for the one's that stand out the most.
I totally want a anime style case and make sure it stands out when I'm out in public.
Edit: zomg I need to just read sometimes lol
Kippui said:
How does that site work?
You give them a picture or something to skin? I totally want a anime style case and make sure it stands out when I'm out in public.
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Indeed. You can use the designs that they provide you with or you can upload your own photos and resize them to fit the Xoom like what I did with mine. You can even add in your own text as well, maybe your name or something. You'll have to play around with the skin maker for a bit on their website. It always takes me a long time to skin something because I always try 50 different things before I can make a final decision. You need to make sure that it looks perfect. Once the skin is printed out it... it's a done deal. Lol.
I would love to see an anime style one. That would be pretty sweet! Keep us posted.
Since this thread has to do with skinning... can a mod please move it to Xoom accessories? I made a mistake by putting it in general, as it is way too busy there. I think this thread is a good idea and needs some more attention. It should help a lot of people I hope. Thanks!
I personally think it's hideous, I mean it looks like a S2 from the front and a turtle from the back, if I were to buy it, I will put a casing on that thing straight away.
Let's me rationalise this fairly subjective and superficial subject, if you're a guy, would you prefer a young girl with smooth skin and curve body or an old lady with wrinkly skin? This is what N2 and N3 reminds of.
I want to know what everyone else thinks of it.
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I personally think it's hideous, I want to know what everyone else thinks of it.
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Love it. I have no problems with plastic being used. Slap on a case. As long as I get a removable battery and ext sdcard then I'm fine.
Looks better than the first two notes. Improvement is always welcome
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Am I the only one who likes smooth things over wrinkly things?
It's bringing sexy back. I'm glad it's thinner than the outgoing Note, too. That one felt a bit thick.
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Am I the only one who likes smooth things over wrinkly things?
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Judging it only from pictures won't do justice. I suggest you to hold N3 personally before you decide.
Faux leather design gives N3 a distinctive personality instead of make it looks like S4.
Personally I think it's a good change. I'm bored with previous Samsung design. All of their phones (from the cheap ones to S4) looks the same.
There are already a few threads regarding thoughts, comparisons, impressions, etc..
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I just wanted to make a quick post to show some pictures of the new case that I got in today. I just couldn't find a whole lot of post about cases and none about this one specifically.
I'll use it for a few days to go into further detail about day to day use.
First impressions are great due to the overall look and feel of the case.
It has an awesome texture that feels like very fine sandpaper that's been used and is now smooth if that makes any sense. It also fits perfectly with a very durable and tight fit. It doesn't feel like its going to fall off or wear and lose form but only time will tell.
It also has an open top and bottom which I love simply because I can use my Audio Technica headphones again without having to take my case off every time I want to listen to music. I would love to have a closed top and bottom that also fits the headohone jack but that wishful thinking as I've yet to come across one that does.
The color is great but not the same as the picture on Amazon. It's much darker in person which isn't a bad thing just not what I expected. Even still I'm glad that I got to get a colorful case as I missed out on the Cyber Monday Moto Maker deal and had to settle for a woven white TMO Moto X. Not complaining, just kind of bummed I didn't get my custom paint job. This case is a nice alternative.
I also like that the Anker branding on the back isn't tacky and huge. Most case makers need to take a note and not slap their ugly logo or lame name all over the case and if they want too then at least make it small like Anker did. Keep it simple.
That's all I can really say at this point but will update later after a few days of use.
Here's the link in case you want to snag on for yourself:
http://www.amazon.com/Anker®-Minima...=1386813890&sr=8-1&keywords=anker+moto+x+case
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I just wanted to make a quick post to show some pictures of the new case that I got in today. I just couldn't find a whole lot of post about cases and none about this one specifically.
I'll use it for a few days to go into further detail about day to day use.
First impressions are great due to the overall look and feel of the case.
It has an awesome texture that feels like very fine sandpaper that's been used and is now smooth if that makes any sense. It also fits perfectly with a very durable and tight fit. It doesn't feel like its going to fall off or wear and lose form but only time will tell.
It also has an open top and bottom which I love simply because I can use my Audio Technica headphones again without having to take my case off every time I want to listen to music. I would love to have a closed top and bottom that also fits the headohone jack but that wishful thinking as I've yet to come across one that does.
The color is great but not the same as the picture on Amazon. It's much darker in person which isn't a bad thing just not what I expected. Even still I'm glad that I got to get a colorful case as I missed out on the Cyber Monday Moto Maker deal and had to settle for a woven white TMO Moto X. Not complaining, just kind of bummed I didn't get my custom paint job. This case is a nice alternative.
I also like that the Anker branding on the back isn't tacky and huge. Most case makers need to take a note and not slap their ugly logo or lame name all over the case and if they want too then at least make it small like Anker did. Keep it simple.
That's all I can really say at this point but will update later after a few days of use.
Here's the link in case you want to snag on for yourself:
http://www.amazon.com/Anker®-Minima...=1386813890&sr=8-1&keywords=anker+moto+x+case
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Yeah the color looks nothing like yours. I have a case just like it but mine is from bear motion. It had more colors to choose from. I bought a gray and red/brown. I will probably get a green one soon. Very nice cases.
Yeah, I saw the Bear Motion cases after I had already placed my order. No big deal though because I love the blue color of the Anker. How have the cases held up over time? They seem really durable.
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Just got my black BearMotion case which is pretty much the same thing as this, and the feel is great. I have a White Woven back and it was hella slippery. This case helps a ton, is very minimal, thin, and feels great in the hands.
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Yeah, I saw the Bear Motion cases after I had already placed my order. No big deal though because I love the blue color of the Anker. How have the cases held up over time? They seem really durable.
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I actually just got them yesterday, so unsure how they will hold up. The blue looks great, I will probably purchase one in that color too. Well as long as my wife lets me. lol
These are available on ebay with no branding. I've got a black one it's nice. There's also a frosted clear case, with same form factor, which is the best case ever. Love how slim these are, and how they don't interfere with front of phone at all. Do wish they covered top and bottom though.
I am thinking of getting a skin for my OP5 (black is kind of boring...) I looked at dbrand, but then come across xtremeskins - I like their color better... (I am planning for an Eva-01 color scheme from Neo Evangelion, sorry anime fans...) Any one has experience with Xtremeskins? Good/Bad?
Thanks!
I've used them loads of times they have great customer service and fast dispatch times. The skins themselves I can't fault at all they could use some new ones but thats just my issue of how many I bought lol
Oh and I will say the one major issue with them compared to the likes of Dbrand is you have to pop out all the cut out ports yourself. they're cut into the skin already but not taken out for you and it can be a little annoying at times.
Yeah - used a few times. Decent skins. Price has slowly come up tho :~(
Its all the same stuff. 3M car vinyls with no grip. Some have the ability to print custom designs on them (like car wraps). Really it all comes down to how precise the cut is, or how forgiving per say, from manufacturer to manufacturer.
This Affriction guy I keep hearing about though... got mad at all of those guys and created one himself that offers grip. I think he put post up in this section. He even discounted for xda peeps... cause he is also one of them.
Shameless plug,
Affriction.
Yup used them twice now, can't really fault the quality nor the ship time. Especially for me since I'm UK based and their a UK based company. Far quicker than getting anything from dBrand or Slickwraps. If it helps here's my most recent video of the S8 skin I had from them:
Yep used them one time, were definitely of high quality! Had a slight issue with mine where the skin was slightly torn, contacted support and they went above and beyond to help me out. New skin they sent out was perfect! Definitely my go to skin company
I've just ordered one 30% discount with code ONEPLUS30
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I've just ordered one 30% discount with code ONEPLUS30
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It's on pre-order right? Do they say when it will be available?
Thanks.
Told me 48 hours getting the phone today
Got mine today will post pics when I'm brave enough to do it !
It's rubbish, gonna get a Dbrand one too many parts , for the back it's 3 parts with Dbrand it's 1 !
namartlu said:
I am thinking of getting a skin for my OP5 (black is kind of boring...) I looked at dbrand, but then come across xtremeskins - I like their color better... (I am planning for an Eva-01 color scheme from Neo Evangelion, sorry anime fans...) Any one has experience with Xtremeskins? Good/Bad?
Thanks!
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Yep got one on my phone now. Not as good as dbrand but not far off and much quicker if you're in the UK. Cheeper too.
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Seen them around. Look good. Can't comment on how long they last though.
I took mine off, dbrand lasted ok on a very tight case, this one did not..great they're in the UK but man wish I'd not bothered.
Also Im quite used to fitting these, have done hundreds of them. Fitting was perfect, heat was taken from hairdryer quite well (Dyson) just couldn't take a case.
Shame.
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dladz said:
I took mine off, dbrand lasted ok on a very tight case, this one did not..great they're in the UK but man wish I'd not bothered.
Also Im quite used to fitting these, have done hundreds of them. Fitting was perfect, heat was taken from hairdryer quite well (Dyson) just couldn't take a case.
Shame.
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Thanks for letting us know, one of my first times hearing about Xtremeskins quality since I got the op5 so pretty interested to see if they kept it up or not
I'm using matte black back skin. Was really easy to apply, fits perfectly. Feels like really good quality
Out of curiosity, what's the point of applying a skin when you have a case? I mean, I've ordered an Xtremeskin and a DBrand skin (Leather and Dragon) but now that I received the Karbon Bumper case, I find it so lovely and classy and beautiful and... that I don't see why I would not keep my phone in it... I think my O+5 is safe in the case, so...
LeKeiser said:
Out of curiosity, what's the point of applying a skin when you have a case? I mean, I've ordered an Xtremeskin and a DBrand skin (Leather and Dragon) but now that I received the Karbon Bumper case, I find it so lovely and classy and beautiful and... that I don't see why I would not keep my phone in it... I think my O+5 is safe in the case, so...
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Well if you have a case that covers 100 percent then the only reason would be so you can take it off and retain some protection.
Or if you don't have 100 percent cover, like the rhinoshield, the back of your phone will be open.
This set up sees to that.
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dladz said:
Well if you have a case that covers 100 percent then the only reason would be so you can take it off and retain some protection.
Or if you don't have 100 percent cover, like the rhinoshield, the back of your phone will be open.
This set up sees to that.
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but it's just a skin, it doesn't protect the phone, except from scratches, right? I mean, skin or no skin, the phone falls, either you're lucky or you're not, correct? The case adds a little to your lucky spirit, that's my point.
I'm not saying skins are no good, I bought 2 of them, waiting for the 2nd one to arrive to make my choice. But...
LeKeiser said:
but it's just a skin, it doesn't protect the phone, except from scratches, right? I mean, skin or no skin, the phone falls, either you're lucky or you're not, correct? The case adds a little to your lucky spirit, that's my point.
I'm not saying skins are no good, I bought 2 of them, waiting for the 2nd one to arrive to make my choice. But...
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You've misunderstood me..
I'm extremely careful with my devices, so if I'm the office then I will mostly just use the skin as the chances of dropping it are pretty much zero.
But, if I'm going on a night out or I'm out doing something more active then I'll use a case.
The benefit to having a skin is cosmetic yes, it'll offer little to no protection against drops.
But in the case of bumpers it will save the back of the device against scratches.
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Once my phone is in a case I like, then I don't see the point of removing it. The Karbon Bumper case looks so cool, totally in love with it now
I might try one of the skin I have, but...
Damn, I also really like the matte black one from Xtremes.