Like myself, I am sure most of you are looking for a good case for our new gigantic Note's. I just got a Matte TPU case from CIMO Technologies. I have always liked TPU cases because they offer good protection without sacrificing size and this one is no different. The case barely adds any size to the phone and let's face it the phone is big enough on it's own. The one problem I have always had was, TPU cases were hard to get on and off because they are a very tight fit. This was the easiest case I have had to install and remove which is good with the amount of battery swapping I will be doing. The case has a matte finish and is in black. The case has good access to the ports and including the stylus. There is no sticky plastic feel to this case like I have had with other TPU cases. There is a very smooth texture to the case. That might be the only complaint some people might have. Because the case is very smooth it might slippery for some people but I actually kind of like the feel of the case. The case can be purchased at http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=me=A2X1DSC0SAJ94E&field-keywords=i717 and you can get a discount if you buy 2 or more. For the price I like the fact that I am buying from a company in the US vs buying from Hong Kong and it's the same price you would probably pay on eBay but because they are US you will probaly get it a lot quicker.
looks like a nice case thanks for posting
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I thought I would give it a shot and review something I thought other owners would be interested in.
This is my first review so take it easy on me >_<
I've always ordered otterbox cases for my phone's, this time i wanted to switch it up. Two factors led me to order this case over the otterbox, first i didn't want the charging port and headphone jack covered up by silicone, that always annoyed me about the otterbox case's. Second i wanted a commuter case and it seemed at the time know one had the black one in stock.
I received the case today and so far i am very pleased with the case, it fits REALLY snug and tight and its comparable in thickness to the commuter. One thing i did notice is that this is the only case i have seen that were the kickstand is located it has a circle which makes access to the stand A-LOT easier.
i'll report back on the durability of the case but so far i like the form and finish. One thing to note, for some reason case-mate has not posted the case on their site but their are couple reputable vendors selling them.
I bought mines of amazon for 24$ with shipping include
http://www.amazon.com/Case-Mate-CM0...OGHK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1338591300&sr=8-1
I had case mate pop on my 3D, my 3D is in perfect condition! I like the looks of it, hopefully BB has it thats where I'm getting my phone and getting the upgrade GC to pay for a case. No money left over after the contract buy out from Sprint
I have been going back and forth for two weeks now with different cases for the Note 3.
My local store had the Note 3 Otterbox version in stock.
While this is reportedly less bulky, I found it to be more bulky than I had hoped after opening up the box and checking it out.
The screen protector portion did look better than the one that came with the Otterbox Defender case I got with my old EVO 4G LTE.
I tried it and ended up getting a Seidio case instead.
My need is something that offers good protection against drops without being bulky.
My main choices (open to other suggestions), given that I likely want a (solid) belt clip holster (might consider one without a holster) , are
Seidio Dilex case with belt clip holster (i.e. I would buy the combo)
Ballistic SG Maxx (comes with a belt clip holster)
Otterbox Defender (also comes with a belt clip holster)
I may end up rethinking getting a belt clip holster to expand my options or if I think the holster poses a risk *, in which case the following might be interesting
Urban Armor Gear (UAG)
Otterbox Commuter? (haven't researched this much yet)
Dilex (again, but without the holster this time)
If I do go with a holster, the Seidio Dilex combo may get the nod, since it MAY offer a balance between size (not too bulky) and protection, although I would want to be sure it would indeed help prevent damage if I were to actually drop my Note 3 from a little under 6 feet (~ ear height).
Any others I am missing / should be considering?
Thanks in advance!
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* May decide against holster if I think keeping my N3 in a holster could pose a fall risk / getting it knocked out if someone brushes up against me during my train ride, given its size and weight, especially if I am running for a train etc.
EDIT -
I am also now considering the Trident Cyclops (which also features a built-in screen protector).
Strangely, the Cyclops is thinner than the Aegis, even though the Trident Cyclops series has been compared to the Otterbox Defender series and the Aegis series has been compared to the Commuter series...
http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/11/best-samsung-galaxy-note-3-cases-for-tough-protection/
Hopefully this helps since I have not seen much about these cases.
Bought Cyclops Amazon reseller
I purchased the Trident Cyclops.
I first placed an order from the manufacturer but they are on the other side of the country and may not get it to me in time.
I then placed an order on Amazon from a reseller one state over from me (reseller has 94% rating - I did not see anything about fakes in the verbiage of the user reviews, one even thanked the seller for sending an original, and description says brand new, ships in retail packaging").
Is there any real concern with potential fake Trident cases on Amazon?The Amazon price was only $5 less than MSRP (did it for the much faster shipping), so I suspect it is legit (real Trident) but after reading about fake Otterboxes, I am being extra careful.
Hopefully it is just a case (no pun intended) of them having bought a decent quantity from a wholesaler and hence selling them slightly below MSRP.
I suppose I could buy another case directly from the manufacturer and compare the two once the second one arrives.
I could then return the Amazon one if it does turn out to be fake, but buying a second version of the case just to check would be a lot of extra effort that might be overkill.
I just ordered the Seidio Dilex combo for my Note 3 today. I have had Otterbox Defenders and Commuters both for other devices in the past. I find the Defender too bulky especially for a Note 3. I saw some YouTube videos of the Seidio Dilex combo and it looks solid. I have read tons of reviews from people who bought the equivalent Seidio case for their Note 2's which at the time was called the Seidio Active. It is less bulky than the OB Defender and provides adequate protection. I want as little bulk as possible and also the fact that Seidio's case was $30 cheaper partly due to using USPS for shipping instead of OB's FedEx. I am in Canada and don't want to find out I will be dinged with International Brokerage fees from FedEx in addition to duty/taxes.
I was case hunting at the mall, and I have got to say the commuter has come a long long way from even the NOTE 2. First, it does not feature an awkward back. Second, It feels very very natural in your hand & is slim compared to previous generation otterbox cases. It did not throw the "Omg so much bulk" look onto the phone like the commutters did with the N2 and so on so I am very pleased this time around it made protection look sexy. Bestbuy was complaining about how they didnt have stock yet when I did go looking for it but radioshack had just received their shipment when I was asking for it (go figure). It was $44 there, which to me is worth it.
Seidio Dilex and UAG
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I am using both cases with holsters.of you want pictures I can send to you
farhanahm said:
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I am using both cases with holsters.of you want pictures I can send to you
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plz send pictures both cases with holsters your are using. thanks
The otterbox defender is surprisingly slim this time around. I've owned defenders for other phones that made it a big brick.. but this one is the best one I've ever seen. The rubber is of much higher quality than the other defenders I've used and the case design is super impressive. especially that home button they put up front, makes it flush with the lip.
starting this because i know there are some of us out there who require such a case. Thought we could save each other some time and/or grief and report what's available, what's shipping, what ad hoc solutions we've found, etc.
here's what i've found so far:
i-blason: liked it on N5. ships nov. 25
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Kick...=1415220229&sr=8-2&keywords=nexus+6+belt+case
fosmon: never heard of them. looks like i-blason. ships dec. 1
http://www.amazon.com/Fosmon-STURDY...=1415220229&sr=8-7&keywords=nexus+6+belt+case
cellbee: never heard of them either. looks similar to the generic belt cases sold at verizon typically. ships nov. 25
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P1F0AX6?psc=1
supcase: i'll throw this one in here because it claims to be a belt case, but i see no evidence of this from either the pics or the description. ships nov. 29
http://www.amazon.com/SUPCASE-Full-...=1415220229&sr=8-1&keywords=nexus+6+belt+case
apparently this one is now shipping. first one to ship i believe
http://www.amazon.com/Google-Nexus-Case-Kickstand-Protective/dp/B00E4RV8DS
Good thread! I just pulled for the Moko. Not only is it supposed to be here Wed, it's a bit cheaper. I use a Steelie in the car and I don't like having the magnet on the phone and in my pocket so instead of having two cases I will just put the Steelie mount on the belt case clip and use it while in the car. For day-to-day I'll use the Moko and not have to worry about switching cases. I hope this works with Qi too.
The Steelie works great in the car as a mount. For the Moto X 2013 I can leave the case with the magnet on and NFC tap-to-pay works. With the OnePlus One, the magnet works great and NFC works but tap-to-pay will not work with the magnet in place. That means if I want to tap-to-pay I have to use a case without the Steelie. I think this Moko arrangement will work a lot better since I won't have to keep changing cases.
Just ordered the case from amazon referred to above.. For 6 bucks, free shipping with prime, and expedited delivery, it's worth giving it a shot. Seems to come in two parts, a protective case plus a seperate belt clip holster for sliding the device in and out of.
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supcase: i'll throw this one in here because it claims to be a belt case, but i see no evidence of this from either the pics or the description. ships nov. 29
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from the pics it looks to have a belt clip... the only thing im not to fancy on is the built in screen protector and its added size... everything else looks good IMHO
Seidio Convert
This case is not available or even announced yet, but I'm guessing it's probably in the works right now. In my opinion, Seidio makes the most rugged case for Nexus phones, called the Convert, which comes with a holster/belt clip. I had one for my N4, which got stolen :crying:, and currently have it on my N5 (pic below). If Otterbox had made their Defender case for my Nexuses, I probably would have gotten that instead. The Convert has no built in screen protector and is kind of pricey, but has major protection.
Seidio Convert for Nexus 5:
http://www.seidioonline.com/lg-google-nexus-5-convert-value-pack-black-p/bd5-hkr4lgn5.htm
seidio is mia. i ve emailed them a dozen times with nothing more than "we're looking into it". can't wait. got the moko case and it looks like a winner, esp for $2
I ordered the moko for 2 dolla. Mainly just for when I'm at work. I ordered a dbrand skin for the back too. Hopefully it won't interfere with the case fitting. If it does...the case was 2 dollars. Lol.
actually...that moko case is a damn fine case. looks like it will do everything i need it to do. of course, i don't have the fn nexus 6 yet to test it in the field, but it looks like it'll do the job just fine. best $2 case EVER...
I would love seidio to make a case for the nexus 6 but all I got was the generic response too. " we are looking in to it". Its too bad because I love their spring clip on their holsters. I looked into moko and unicorn beetle but didn't like the release of either if them. The spring clip from seidio is the best.
received the i-blason case today. i thought it was identical to the moko case but there are several key differences to note:
1. rubber section is far thicker and of a better quality than the moko. the moko was driving me crazy with the amount of dust it was attracting. this one is a much harder/more durable rubber. it's MUCH better
2. having said that, because its thicker, the buttons are a bit harder to press, particularly the power. works perfectly mind you, just takes a bit more effort to press
3. the hard shell is slicker than the moko. hopefully this will wear off soon as its fairly slippery as it stands now
4. the belt clip section is a clip in rather than a slide in. only got it tonight so i have yet to try it in the field. seems secure enough, though not as secure as the slide in of the moko. the advantage here though is i can take this out of the clip MUCH faster than the moko
5. if you have the moko, you can use this on the moko slide in belt clip if you prefer. i'm going to try the clip in holster for a bit to see how i like it
overall, a very solid alternative to the moko, particularly if you were getting annoyed by the cheap rubber collecting dirt
I got the SupCase Unicorn Beetle from amazon on sell for $12 taxes n shipped yesterday, actually received my nexus yesterday too. I got that price because the case wasn't out yet when I ordered it so it had them listed for $7.99 at the time.
So far I am very impressed with the quality. The built in screen protector is actually useful and doesn't hinder the screen at all. I did notice a bit of glare under certain lighting but nothing too annoying.
It does come with a belt clip and its a bit different from what I had on my note 2 but so far its functional and very sturdy product. Highly recommend.
well seidio finally has a nexus 6 page now. still coming soon and notify me crap, but its a start i guess
http://www.seidioonline.com/Google-Nexus-6-s/9492.htm
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well seidio finally has a nexus 6 page now. still coming soon and notify me crap, but its a start i guess
http://www.seidioonline.com/Google-Nexus-6-s/9492.htm
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i really hope for a Seidio Dilex and holster combo!
Combination
I like to show off my Nexus and I have had too many bad experiences with belt clips with single clips. My combo is this Spigen case http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OH4I7UU/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2SFKRF5TPZMT5 and this holster http://www.amazon.com/Nexus-Holster-Pouch-Protector-Cover/dp/B00OX3Z89S/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1419472114&sr=8-7&keywords=case+for+belt+nexus+6
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I got the SupCase Unicorn Beetle from amazon on sell for $12 taxes n shipped yesterday, actually received my nexus yesterday too. I got that price because the case wasn't out yet when I ordered it so it had them listed for $7.99 at the time.
So far I am very impressed with the quality. The built in screen protector is actually useful and doesn't hinder the screen at all. I did notice a bit of glare under certain lighting but nothing too annoying.
It does come with a belt clip and its a bit different from what I had on my note 2 but so far its functional and very sturdy product. Highly recommend.
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Just ordered one. Cannot wait for it to arrive. I have had a UAG case on it since day one and I cannot take photos with the flash on. It leaves a smoky affect in the photos. How are photos with the flash on with the supcase?
seidio cases are shipping. black surface case/clip combo anyway. all other colors are coming soon still. just ordered mine
http://www.seidioonline.com/motorola-nexus-6-surface-kickstand-combo-black-p/bd2-hr3mtn6k-bk.htm
indianajonze said:
seidio cases are shipping. black surface case/clip combo anyway. all other colors are coming soon still. just ordered mine
http://www.seidioonline.com/motorola-nexus-6-surface-kickstand-combo-black-p/bd2-hr3mtn6k-bk.htm
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Please, if you have any other cases laying around, let us know if the holster would work with the Surface holster. On past phones, I know I could get other cases (not all) to work with Surface and Dilex holsters. I have the Supcase hybrid case now. If Amazon were selling the holster, Id buy it in a heartbeat to test, because I know I could easily return it to Amazon.
I got my Unicorn Beetle Pro this past monday and I'm impressed with the quality. The only real complaint that I have about it is that they didnt flatten out the back of the case so that the phone lays flat on a table or something. Most annoying thing ever to lay your phone on the desk and try to do something on it only to have it start wobbling away.
crackberry.com has the seidio active case for 31.95, ships 1/22, use coupon code JB15 for 10% off NOTE. The cases and holsters are sold seperately, great if you just want the holster, or just the case.
http://shop.crackberry.com/nexus-6-cases-browse.htm
Got my leather case and screen protector that I ordered from eBay. The case smells like real leather and has a good fit (would have liked a bit tighter, but it doesn't seem loose). I haven't installed the screen protector as yet, will update when I do.
BTW, the case was $20 and the screen protector was $10. Given the paucity of cases for the RS and the cost of the OEM ones, the case seems a fair buy.
Link for case is here:
Leather Case from eBay
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Got my leather case and screen protector that I ordered from eBay. The case smells like real leather and has a good fit (would have liked a bit tighter, but it doesn't seem loose). I haven't installed the screen protector as yet, will update when I do.
BTW, the case was $20 and the screen protector was $10. Given the paucity of cases for the RS and the cost of the OEM ones, the case seems a fair buy.
Link for case is here:
Leather Case from eBay
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I somehow think anyone buying the Mate RS is going to want to put it in a $20 case, doesn't it come with a leather case anyway?
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I somehow think anyone buying the Mate RS is going to want to put it in a $20 case, doesn't it come with a leather case anyway?
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Yes, it comes with a leather flip cover. But not everyone likes that style of case and it is difficult to find any others, so am offering some options.
And a low price is not always synonymous with a lack of quality - should they have priced it at $200 to make us feel better about buying it?
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Yes, it comes with a leather flip cover. But not everyone likes that style of case and it is difficult to find any others, so am offering some options.
And a low price is not always synonymous with a lack of quality - should they have priced it at $200 to make us feel better about buying it?
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To be honest it kind of feels that way with the phone itself to me, but I don't have that sort of money to throw at a phone anyway.