I'm surprised there are so few accessories out for this phone so far. I am usually able to find a holster and have it onhand before I have the actual phone, but not this time unfortunately. I got the one from Sprint for now that has the case and slide in belt holder but I strongly prefer the spring clips like the ones Seidio makes and bestbuy carries.
Has anybody been able to find a belt clip for the Photon yet aside from the one sprint has? i couldn't even find a generic one available at all. I'm so used to the spring clip holster that i've almost dropped my phone multiple times already
I'm currently using the Otterbox Defender and its a solid case that comes with an adjustable belt clip. Here is a link to the manufacturer's site: http://tinyurl.com/otterboxphoton
codee said:
I'm surprised there are so few accessories out for this phone so far. I am usually able to find a holster and have it onhand before I have the actual phone, but not this time unfortunately. I got the one from Sprint for now that has the case and slide in belt holder but I strongly prefer the spring clips like the ones Seidio makes and bestbuy carries.
Has anybody been able to find a belt clip for the Photon yet aside from the one sprint has? i couldn't even find a generic one available at all. I'm so used to the spring clip holster that i've almost dropped my phone multiple times already
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Put it in your pocket and not be a goober with a belt clip.
i modded (a peice of velcro) the innocase holster from my evo 4g and it fits great. I think it has to do with the fact the photon is taller than the evo 4g.
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Put it in your pocket and not be a goober with a belt clip.
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I find it inconvenient to remove it from my pocket 200+ times a day when i can just snap it in and out of a holster much quicker. So I'll keep on being a goober thank you. If i didn't use my phone a pocket would work awesome though.
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Glod said:
i modded (a peice of velcro) the innocase holster from my evo 4g and it fits great. I think it has to do with the fact the photon is taller than the evo 4g.
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Thank you! I will try to mod my original evo holster and will also try a otterbox as well.
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So far I am liking the Sprint holster better than the spring clip one I had with my Epic. I broke a screen on my Epic because of the spring clip getting hit and the phone falling out. I don't see that happening with this case.
I'm also liking the sprint holster combo.... It fits in the hd dock with the holster on too!
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I'm also liking the sprint holster combo.... It fits in the hd dock with the holster on too!
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I'm replacing that holster combo with an Otterbox Commuter, that stupid Sprint case doesn't protect the top or bottom of the phone. In my experience, the phone always ends up falling on uncovered parts head first, so I'm not going to chance it.
not to kick a dead kitten but does anyone know if this holster combo from sprint will fit in the docks with the shield on? there havent been any avail in local stores to test fit with them...
I have both the desktop dock and the car dock systems. If you have the Sprint case/holster combo, you remove inserts from the docks. If you use a "naked" Photon, keep the inserts in the docks. I really like these docks...they work really really well.
Can't wait for the "lapdock" to hit the market. That's gonna be sweet.
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Looking for a good leather holster (horizontal or vertical) with a spring clip. I have thought about grabbing one for evo or 3vo, but worried because the Photon is a bit thicker. Anyone come across anything?
I'm using the leather horizontal holster for the 3vo and it works fine. Not spring loaded but that wasn't on my search criteria.
Cheers,
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http://store.androidcentral.com/motorola-photon-4g-leather-cases.htm
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038YYSN0
I had this one for my evo with extended battery and it still fits the photon just fine...it is great...hell it might even fit it with a case on. Not sure, just got my photon today
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038YYSN0
I had this one for my evo with extended battery and it still fits the photon just fine...it is great...hell it might even fit it with a case on. Not sure, just got my photon today
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+1 i had the case too, it fitted my phone with a TPU case but its very big for my taste. you can probably fit the epic touch 4g in it with ease too lol
I bought the otterbox commuter for my new evolte because i thought the defender looked too big. Anyone know if there is a belt clip holster that will work with this case? I prefer to not carry the phone in my pocket.
I was wondering the same thing. I love this case, but need a clip. I'm going to email them tomorrow
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I was wondering the same thing. I love this case, but need a clip. I'm going to email them tomorrow
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Cool, let me know what you hear!
Anyone who's interested should email them so they can see if there's demand
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I think your best options would be to try the seidio active or convert holders. I'm not sure that these will work, just merely giving suggestions to try to point you guys in the right direction. I'm using the diztronic tpu case and it works wonderfully with the seidio surface holster. Go to seidio.com and take a look. The surface is for minimal protection, the active is a little thicker with a slightly bigger holster and the convert offers the most protection which requires a bigger holster. They do sell the holsters separately. Also, they have a coupon code for 15% off and free shipping, I believe it Is dad2012 or something along the lines of that, Google it you will find it.
Wow sounds like an advertisement when re reading ha!
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I think your best options would be to try the seidio active or convert holders. I'm not sure that these will work, just merely giving suggestions to try to point you guys in the right direction. I'm using the diztronic tpu case and it works wonderfully with the seidio surface holster. Go to seidio.com and take a look. The surface is for minimal protection, the active is a little thicker with a slightly bigger holster and the convert offers the most protection which requires a bigger holster. They do sell the holsters separately. Also, they have a coupon code for 15% off and free shipping, I believe it Is dad2012 or something along the lines of that, Google it you will find it.
Wow sounds like an advertisement when re reading ha!
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Maybe I'll give that a shot. I always used Sedio cases in the past, but didn't like the covered/extra kickstands, so I went with the OtterBox
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Maybe I'll give that a shot. I always used Sedio cases in the past, but didn't like the covered/extra kickstands, so I went with the OtterBox
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Here is some info I gathered for the various Seidio and Otterbox cases:
Seidio cases: I got this info directly from Seidio chat.
The ACTIVE case is : 5.5 x 2.9 x 0.6 inches
The CONVERT case is 5.8 x 3.2 x 1.8 inches
Otterbox cases: From otterbox website
Defender DIMENSIONS: 5.66 in x 3.08 in x .068 in
146.51 mm x 85.67 mm x 37.36 mm
Commuter case ??? still don't know, it is not posted on the website.
Judging by the info I gathered, is really hard to say which holster would "fit better" as I have no idea how the compatibility is and the dimensions are rather close. If you guys are able to get the dimensions of the Commuter, I think you can make a guess which holster would fit better. Good luck!
I am really curious as to what would work as well because when I got my evo 3d last year I had the exact same question. In the end I just went with a Surface combo and purchased a TPU case as back up. It Just to turned out that the TPU case fit perfect in the Seidio Surface holster. I liked the combo so much, I am doing the same for the Evo LTE, Diztronic TPU with Seidio Surface holster.
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Here is some info I gathered for the various Seidio and Otterbox cases:
Seidio cases: I got this info directly from Seidio chat.
The ACTIVE case is : 5.5 x 2.9 x 0.6 inches
The CONVERT case is 5.8 x 3.2 x 1.8 inches
Otterbox cases: From otterbox website
Defender DIMENSIONS: 5.66 in x 3.08 in x .068 in
146.51 mm x 85.67 mm x 37.36 mm
Commuter case ??? still don't know, it is not posted on the website.
Judging by the info I gathered, is really hard to say which holster would "fit better" as I have no idea how the compatibility is and the dimensions are rather close. If you guys are able to get the dimensions of the Commuter, I think you can make a guess which holster would fit better. Good luck!
I am really curious as to what would work as well because when I got my evo 3d last year I had the exact same question. In the end I just went with a Surface combo and purchased a TPU case as back up. It Just to turned out that the TPU case fit perfect in the Seidio Surface holster. I liked the combo so much, I am doing the same for the Evo LTE, Diztronic TPU with Seidio Surface holster.
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Rough measurement of the commuter with my tape is 5.5"x3"x.5". I may have to order an active case and make it work
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good idea. thanks.
Just wanted to share my diztronic case with surface holster setup
To show that hybrid combos are.possible
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Just ordered Seidio ACTIVE Holster from sfplanet on ebay (is cheaper than at there own website) for the Otterbox Commuter it should fit I tried the Seidio SURFACE Holster (Platinum) at best buy and it didn't fit by a only a tiny bit because of the sides so I really think that the Active is going to fit so I'll keep you guys updated as soon as I get it.
Isn't wearing a 4.7 inch phone on your belt a bit much?
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Isn't wearing a 4.7 inch phone on your belt a bit much?
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Some people ask isn't a 4.7" phone a bit much. Some can't have the phone in their pocket all the time. I need it on my belt for work. Phones in pockets in construction is always a bad idea
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This is a lte ommuter inside one of those reiko otterbox knock off holsters
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Hhhhmmmm. I wonder if that would work with a little heating and bending on the bottom edge
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Hhhhmmmm. I wonder if that would work with a little heating and bending on the bottom edge
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Its not as bad as it looks in pic. Before she gave me her evo it actually snspped in easy. That lip actually bends easy but when that
Things in that holster trust me it aint comin out
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U can get em on ebay im not sure how much. We bought her commuter from a local flea market. That clip gos to the reiko case but when she saw it fit we offered em.5.bux and he gave it to us
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Some people ask isn't a 4.7" phone a bit much. Some can't have the phone in their pocket all the time. I need it on my belt for work. Phones in pockets in construction is always a bad idea
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For wearing my phone at construction sites i've used this:
http://www.occidentalleather.com/product.php?sku=5068&type=
I modified it by lining it with neoprene. It is ugly and not stylish but will protect your phone short of it getting crushed. The inside is unlined leather so you may want to line it with something. It is very heavy duty and has lasted me since I bought the original EVO. Only reason I've bought another is due to the new evo not fitting with the defender case. Comes in black and brown.
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For wearing my phone at construction sites i've used this:
http://www.occidentalleather.com/product.php?sku=5068&type=
I modified it by lining it with neoprene. It is ugly and not stylish but will protect your phone short of it getting crushed. The inside is unlined leather so you may want to line it with something. It is very heavy duty and has lasted me since I bought the original EVO. Only reason I've bought another is due to the new evo not fitting with the defender case. Comes in black and brown.
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I prefer the clip type so i can get the phone in and out quickly
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crzycrkr said:
Some people ask isn't a 4.7" phone a bit much. Some can't have the phone in their pocket all the time. I need it on my belt for work. Phones in pockets in construction is always a bad idea
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I would just go with the defender combo. I am a mechanic and that's what I use. It's also not that bad on your belt not much more than the 3d. The seidio active is a good compromise for bulk and protection that's what I used on my 3d. I just like that the defender leaves the kickstand exposed.
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I just bought the Mobo Carrera slim Horizontal case (for the Galaxy Nexus) and I have to say that I'm very happy with it. It fits the LTEvo nice and snug. The phone doesn't budge at all, especially when shaken vigorously. Also magnet doesn't come off when turned upside and shaken hard. The case is nice and slim to complement the slimness of the LTEvo. The interior is outlined in red leather (sort of complements the phone as well). The belt clip is made of metal (but covered in leather) and swivels but the swivel is rigid and doesn't move with little force with is good to me; stays in the position it is set to. Has the opening at the bottom to allow you to push the phone up to easily remove it.
If you are interested in a horizontal case, then this might be the one for you. Just google Mobo Carrera Horizontal case Galaxy Nexus; amazon has it here Mobo Carrera Horizontal Carrying Case. Other site sell it as well.
I bought 2 more slim cases and I'll write about them here as well when they come in this coming week.
I am looking into a belt case.... Waiting for your review
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I am looking into a belt case.... Waiting for your review
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Well I didn't keep the other two cases. One was too big for the LTEvo that the phone flopped around in the case. That was a killer for me, so I didn't even bother to give it another thought.
The other one is the one pictured below. It was a case for the Galaxy Nexus so it didn't really fit all that well. Don't get me wrong the case was well designed but the dimensions were just short of fitting the LTEvo. The LTEvo was hanging out of the case. If they make one specifically for the LTEvo, it would be worth investing in it.
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Well I didn't keep the other two cases. One was too big for the LTEvo that the phone flopped around in the case. That was a killer for me, so I didn't even bother to give it another thought.
The other one is the one pictured below. It was a case for the Galaxy Nexus so it didn't really fit all that well. Don't get me wrong the case was well designed but the dimensions were just short of fitting the LTEvo. The LTEvo was hanging out of the case. If they make one specifically for the LTEvo, it would be worth investing in it.
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If you don't mind my asking, what cases were the ones that were too big? Also do you think they'd fit the Evo with a silicone or TPU case on? Thanks!
Ditto to the above I like a gorm fitting holster but I never go out without a case. For work I use the Otterbox commuter with the seido active holster but for regular use, I use a thin TPU case. I have yet to find a holster that is thin and long enough to fit the phone with a TPU case.
Any suggestions?
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Ditto to the above I like a gorm fitting holster but I never go out without a case. For work I use the Otterbox commuter with the seido active holster but for regular use, I use a thin TPU case. I have yet to find a holster that is thin and long enough to fit the phone with a TPU case.
Any suggestions?
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I'm still on the hunt too.
I picked one up from Walmart, its been holding up well and fits great with my tpu
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I picked one up from Walmart, its been holding up well and fits great with my tpu
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Do you know the brand? I went to Walmart and they had nothing that fit.
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Do you know the brand? I went to Walmart and they had nothing that fit.
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It's made by case logic
wonton2049 said:
Ditto to the above I like a gorm fitting holster but I never go out without a case. For work I use the Otterbox commuter with the seido active holster but for regular use, I use a thin TPU case. I have yet to find a holster that is thin and long enough to fit the phone with a TPU case.
Any suggestions?
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I'm still on the hunt too.
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The seidio surface holster fits the tpu covered evo like a glove. This is what i use.
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I bought my dad a side clip holster from siedioonline and he was ecstatic with it.
Even I loved it, and I really dislike holsters in general.
has anyone seen this Seidio SURFACE Holster at shopandroid. http://www.shopandroid.com/seidio-surface-holster/4AA15693.htm
Thanks for the link that's the case holster setup I had on my s4 I'll be buying it for sure
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I've been using the Seido Surface since the HTC PPC6700 lol, though I think it was called something else back then.
I ordered one today, hopefully will get it by Thursday. Simple (and thin), yet effective
Love the setup but I have owned 3 of their holsters, they always break for me. I am buying their active or their version of s-view when it comes out. Love their cases.
sgh-TWEAKED-889©
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has anyone seen this Seidio SURFACE Holster at shopandroid. http://www.shopandroid.com/seidio-surface-holster/4AA15693.htm
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Seido was my #1 case for a long time... Until the came out with kickstand only cases for the note 2. And now the same thing with the Note 3.
QUALITY wise you wont be disappointed.
A bummer, I know..
I love the Seidio Surface holsters, and they do work with many cases other that the Surface case. I've used them with several cases on my Galaxy Nexus, from Diztronic up to a case over a Zero Lemon battery (what I'm using now). The only problem I've found with them, and it's a major problem, is that the plastic clip holding the holster to your belt is easy to pop off, ruining the holster. My car, an Evo X, has high side bolsters on the front seats, and if I don't remember to slide the holster toward my middle when I sit down it will pop the plastic clip. Even with this issue I still like this holster better than any other I've found, and especially like the way the holster can be rotated to different angles for comfort.
In a little less than two years with my GNex I'm now on my fourth Surface holster, and I always keep a spare since I know I'll soon break another clip. I still keep buying them!
Same issue with me. So frustrating because I love their cases.
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I picked up the Platinum branded version of this at my local best buy mobile. See if they have one, I got lucky because they just had the one.
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Not a discussion about cases or anything, just wondering how everyone carries their Note 3 since it's such a bigger phone. Coming from the S4 I find the added wight and size almost too big for my pockets. During the week I have to use a belt clip holster as I'm a field tech for copiers and find it too large for my slacks. Feels funny to have such a large phone on belt clip but I have no choice. The S4 fit nicely, with no case, in my slacks front pockets.
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Not a discussion about cases or anything, just wondering how everyone carries their Note 3 since it's such a bigger phone. Coming from the S4 I find the added wight and size almost too big for my pockets. During the week I have to use a belt clip holster as I'm a field tech for copiers and find it too large for my slacks. Feels funny to have such a large phone on belt clip but I have no choice. The S4 fit nicely, with no case, in my slacks front pockets.
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I have the Zerolemon 10k battery & case with holster and it fits in my front pocket with no issue. I will admit when sitting down it is a little uncomfortable but standing up is no issue. When sitting down I usually rotate the clip 90° and clip it to my pocket.
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Otter Box Defender , will be like new for a while.
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Otter Box Defender , will be like new for a while.
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Great case, and I have it also, but how do you carry it on your body? Pant, holster, ect? I just didn;t care for the way you get it out of it's holster, a real PIA.
Levis 501 jeans. Back pocket. Fits perfectly even with a case.
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Defender comes with belt holster. So on My belt
Photon Q. and or Note 3
Otter Box Defender, belt clip, on hip. Don't even know it's there.
Just opened the Otter Box on my retired Evo LTE to recycle the micro SD card...
No surprise, the device is absolutely mint!
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Otter Box Defender, belt clip, on hip. Don't even know it's there.
Just opened the Otter Box on my retired Evo LTE to recycle the micro SD card...
No surprise, the device is absolutely mint!
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Love that case also, nice and secure on the belt clip. But how do you get the case off the holster with one hand? Dose that top clip loosen up a bit after time? One reason I like the Seidio holsters. Currently using the Spigen bounce case and the Seidio holster for the Dilex case, which I also have also but the rubber is too soft.
Still working on the one hand release, get it about every 3rd time.
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gottria said:
Love that case also, nice and secure on the belt clip. But how do you get the case off the holster with one hand? Dose that top clip loosen up a bit after time? One reason I like the Seidio holsters. Currently using the Spigen bounce case and the Seidio holster for the Dilex case, which I also have also but the rubber is too soft.
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That's the one reason I didn't get one. .. Too many reviews with people dating that even with 2 hands, it can be challenging.
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Honestly, I was an HTC fanatic and coming from the EVO 4G LTE to the Note 3 I must say wow!
The Note3 is big, but it feels secure unlike the EVO. The screen hasn't gotten Lil swirly marks like HTC's "gorilla glass". That's with using the Spen just begging to scratch the screen. I've had no trade embargo negative features from pending lawsuits. Also, no dead pixels or Google wallet breaking from factory resets. 3gb of RAM! This is multitasking with no custom tweaks enabled after months of tedious work.
Sorry about the rant. I wanted to see if this phone could hold up to a week or so of no case. I haven't dropped it yet, but despite being in pockets and etc. there are no screen scratches or blemishes of any kind. HTC pushes build quality yet this phone is so much better.
Anyways, I spent too much to get a case atm. Debating on otterbox but naked for now. Thanks for maybe reading my first post in a long while. U get thirsty out there in the desert looking for old jewels.
I use the Triton Kraken Case for mine. Was a HUGE Otterbox fan for a long time...well that's the past now. Best case ever!!
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I use the Triton Kraken Case for mine. Was a HUGE Otterbox fan for a long time...well that's the past now. Best case ever!!
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I've been thinking about getting the Kraken too. I particularly like that they have the window mount that just snaps onto the back and then onto the ball of the window mount. Perfect for in the car either running Nav, or streaming music..etc.
I ordered the i-Blason case from Amazon for my Note 3. It's silicone & a hard shell both at once. Soft silicone wrapped around the phone while the hard outer shell grips around the back like the facehugger from Aliens...from all sides.
It comes with a swivel clip belt holster that faces the screen so only the back is exposed to the world, but since the silicone is very soft & flexible, I don't use it because it's a pain to insert & remove in a hurry when the phone is ringing. I suppose it'd be all right if I had a bluetooth headset. But...no matter!
I carry it in my breast pocket in my jacket, currently. But when it gets warmer, I suppose I'll buy a bluetooth headset & put it in it's belt holster & clip that big 'ol monster to my waist.
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Samsung-Holster-Kickstand-Locking/dp/B00F0P2FNU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1381011065&sr=8-1&keywords=note+3+kickstand
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I've been thinking about getting the Kraken too. I particularly like that they have the window mount that just snaps onto the back and then onto the ball of the window mount. Perfect for in the car either running Nav, or streaming music..etc.
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Being I'm on the road all day, I use it everyday! The window mount is extremely well built too! Only thing that is annoying is you have to unclip the kickstand to use the window mount...but that's it. Otterbox drove me crazy with the rubber always stretching and deforming. They will replace it, but just drove me nuts. The Kraken, the rubber jacket is inside the case. Plus unlike the Otterbox, I really think I could drop my phone off a building and it would still be 100%. SOLID freaking case! It's worth every penny.
I use the Spigen Neo Hybrid case. It fits comfortably in my front suit jacket pocket.
Owned my N3 for a week and I only have it in my pocket which may change upon getting the zerolemon 10k mAh battery and I might use the clip with it. Probably not, but maybe lol. Fits perfectly into my pocket w/ no excess popping out.
I wear mine on a big gold chain ala FLAV O' FLAV!!! BOYYYEEE. Lol. Couldn't resist.
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I wear mine on a big gold chain ala FLAV O' FLAV!!! BOYYYEEE. Lol. Couldn't resist.
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Haha I saw this thread and I was just thinking the same haha. you beat me to it.