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Man I guess cuz I'm left handed but any flip case I get ....even the official Samsung flip case is too damn bulky ! Going back to stock with only screen protection
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I had to buy the Zenus leather wallet case, for now. I'm waiting for something better with better protection and durability. Waiting for Seidio..
There are really thin cases you just have to look
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NR017 said:
I had to buy the Zenus leather wallet case, for now. I'm waiting for something better with better protection and durability. Waiting for Seidio..
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You're not happy with the Zenus wallet case? I ordered it and have it coming. It looks like a good case to me.
I recommend the Ringke Slim . . . very minimalist. Pretty expensive for what you get, though, and the screen protector was kind of crap.
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You're not happy with the Zenus wallet case? I ordered it and have it coming. It looks like a good case to me.
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The case is good for what's it for. I like it so far but I'm not satisfied. The only problem I'm having is having to fold the cover back when I have to use it like text messaging. It's a hindrance.
Exactly ,the folding cases make things difficult
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I ordered a different case from Zenus and another wallet case but in black with the stand on the back. It's the same price as the brown nubuck leather case. And one of their graffiti silicon case. I'll be switching between whichever I feel like using.
I'm planning on going completely naked. No cover, no case except maybe a belt case. Not sure I'll want to keep this in my pocket.
The $7 TPU cases are quite thin, at least until you find something you like. You can also order a Neoprene sleeve or the OEM sleeve to keep it in while in your pocket. I ordered them and the Neoprene one was $4 and the OEM 25
I tried one of the "ultra thin tpu cases" for sale on ebay and so far, I'm loving it. The case really is ultra thin, and mine is clear frosted so it also adds a bit of grip.
Note, it offers zero face protection, and only covers up to the chrome bezel on the sides.
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ultra-Thin-...ng-Galaxy-Note-5-3-i9220-0179TT-/250996534376
Fits really well for being thin and flexible, and the slimmest case I've seen so far.
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I tried one of the "ultra thin tpu cases" for sale on ebay and so far, I'm loving it. The case really is ultra thin, and mine is clear frosted so it also adds a bit of grip.
Note, it offers zero face protection, and only covers up to the chrome bezel on the sides.
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ultra-Thin-...ng-Galaxy-Note-5-3-i9220-0179TT-/250996534376
Fits really well for being thin and flexible, and the slimmest case I've seen so far.
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Wow that's thin. Thanks for posting the link, I hope I can still find this when I get my note this summer. That looks really nice on the white Note
I bought two cases.
http://www.amazon.com/EMPIRE-Samsun...S0WO/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1329718439&sr=8-9
The empire case, i use when I'm at home. It's almost like not having a case at all. Protection for the left and right sides and the back are there. Top and Bottom are open as well as the front of the screen.
When I go out of the house, I transfer to the Zenus Wallet Case:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/samsung-gal...784392?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4600c77d08
It's great for going out...protects the phone reasonably well and I don't have to carry a separate wallet. Oh it the case itself looks AWESOME!
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The TPU cases look pretty great, I may end up going with one of them. But the camera portion is raised up so the phone still won't lay flat.
Any suggestions for a slim (the slimmer the better) case that just has a cutout for the camera?
Well the phone itself doesn't lie very flat. Any thin case that doesn't cover the camera should lie flat but personally I really want the camera covered so i got the tpu hybrid (white) from eBay and really enjoy it. Good luck finding the right one! Thankfully cases are so cheap nowadays that $15 will get you several cases.
besides TPU, i really enjoy Casemate's ToughCase.
REally nice design and not any thicker than the TPU
I like my Otter Box commuter and it lays flat.
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The Seidio Surface(aka The Platinum case at Best Buy) will make it lay flat, but as mentioned above, it doesn't cover the camera area.
If you look around, it seems like any case that DOESN'T cover the camera area will make the phone lay flat as the way those cases protect the camrea area is make their case thick enough so the camera area is slightly recessed.
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I like my Otter Box commuter and it lays flat.
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Just got mine yesterday, love it. Not as bulky as the one on my Hero.
I couldn't find any recommendation on a case with camera protection, please let me know if you have any.
umm otterbox defender? duh
Ballistics hc... A cheaper alternative though would be a tpu case...
Case mate tough case
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Depends how much protection you're looking for. The one I got from TPU-cases.com protects the camera well enough for my needs.
Thanks guys, will look into all those cases, i had otter box defender, i guess i should have mentioned that i would preffer something that wouldn't make the phone as big, although i did appriciate the degree to whitch the phone was potected with this case.
Ebay "evo 3d tpu" paid $2. 75 for mine... Shipped. Best investment I made for this device. Provides protection, has side grips, protects camera, ugly design.... What else more could you ask for for under $3? But for real I love this cheap tpu case.
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I love TPU cases... slim, tight fit with full protection from scratches and light drops.
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I love TPU cases... slim, tight fit with full protection from scratches and light drops.
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I am loving my tpu case too. Got mine on Amazon from TPU-Cases. Ordered a second one with a different style just today.
im getting the s2 today and was wondering what case to get? does the cancellation mic matter if im on CM7? i dont care if i hav to cut a hole in the case. i would get the otterbox but idk what it'll do to the mic
I'm patiently waiting for this:
http://www.seidioonline.com/att-samsung-galaxy-s-II-active-case-black-p/csk3ssg2a-bk.htm
But I'll get the one with the included holster:
http://www.seidioonline.com/att-samsung-galaxy-s-II-active-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hk3ssg2a-bk.htm
Check out the Case Mate POP! case. It'rugged, has mic holes, a kickstand, and fits perfectly on the SGS2.
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I have Ringke silicon case and it works great!
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Check out the Case Mate POP! case. It'rugged, has mic holes, a kickstand, and fits perfectly on the SGS2.
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+1 This is what I have. It has a firm fit on the phone. Real good grip and not bulky.
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Check out the Case Mate POP! case. It'rugged, has mic holes, a kickstand, and fits perfectly on the SGS2.
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+1 - CaseMate POP case and a Moshi iVisor (They better be careful. I think Apple owns a copyright on any word starting with a lower-case "i", and they seem to be a little sue-happy recently). Same setup I had on my Samsung Infuse. The only thing I didn't like about that case was the lack of a kickstand, and this one's got it. Perfect!
The only thing I don't like about the pop case is it seems to only come in white/grey, otherwise love the case.
Asking what case to get is like asking what kind of car you should get. It's very much personal taste, hehe.
With that said, I was in Asia last week and came back with about 20 different designs. The one I favor is a 0.2mm case (just ebay it there are tons)... they're only a couple bucks, and they provide scratch\scuff protection, and are the ultimate in thinness. They don't provide very good grip though.
The Ringke silicon case is alright, I have one in red which looks nice, but it's not ideal for me because with any silicon case I find the sides are not as tight fitting to the phone as I like (problem with ANY silicon case, most people are fine with it but I'm a bit OCD).
There is a TPU case I bought on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OTAUG6
And thus far this TPU case has been my absolute favorite of all the 10 or so cases I have. It's got the right amount of grip, but isn't sticky removing from pocket like a silicon is, and it's absolutely tight-fitting and has the ATT mic cutouts, and the color is cool. Not super crazy about the argyle back, but the color is nice, so it works.
But again, personal taste is a lot of it. If you order from somewhere like Amazon if you don't like the case you can return it without hassle.
#10 on this list
http://www.traemcneely.com/2011/10/...i777-samsung-galaxy-s2-sii-cases-covers-sgs2/
I just received my Acase from Amazon today. I have to say it's pretty nice. It's a silicon case, but with a hard case on top of it. It adds a bit of bulk, but it is definitely fully protected. It's as thick as my current gen iPod classic now. Not too great, but not too bad for $10.
My case mate case for the galaxy note finally shipped and I have to say the case feels amazing in my hands, it also keeps the thin feeling of the phone. It feels extremely durable as well. One thing though the case was so god damn hard to put on i was afraid I'd break the volume rocker. Otherwise I extremely recommend this case and ill post pictures soon enough!!
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I had one of these for my Inspire. I liked the feeling of the plastic as it gave some good grip but I hated the rubber portion. It collected everything including lint and it was way to tacky.
Which Case Mate is that? How does it go? Is the first layer silicone and the outer lay plastic?
Right now I have the Reiko Hybrid case -- very durable, but very heavy and thick. I'm debating getting the Case Mate, Ballistic, or Trident.
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Which Case Mate is that? How does it go? Is the first layer silicone and the outer lay plastic?
Right now I have the Reiko Hybrid case -- very durable, but very heavy and thick. I'm debating getting the Case Mate, Ballistic, or Trident.
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Its the case mate tough. I owned the reiko hybrid case and i ended up hating it due to the fact that it blocked the Ports from easy access
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Its the case mate tough. I owned the reiko hybrid case and i ended up hating it due to the fact that it blocked the Ports from easy access
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How's the weight/thickness compared to the Reiko Hybrid? Considering it was only $9.00, I got it as more of an in-between "holder" to wait off for the better companies.
I just ordered one of these coming in a couple days
Hit thanks if you like it.
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-active-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hk3ssgnt-bk.htm
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How's the weight/thickness compared to the Reiko Hybrid? Considering it was only $9.00, I got it as more of an in-between "holder" to wait off for the better companies.
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Its extreemly light as if almost the case isn't there but enough to tell there's weight added. $40 is pricey but considering the quality, look and overall feel id probably choose between this and seido! The seido case looks nice i hope somebody posts a review soon
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I was hoping this would be the last case I bought for my gNote. I found the Case-Mate Tough on sale on Amazon for $17.99 (free shipping) way better than the $40 retail!
My gNote is not insured so I wanted a case that would provide a good degree of protection without adding too much bulk. I felt this case would meet this need. It has a good grip and solid construction.
My only gripe is the the silicon is not tight on the edge on the top and bottom! Ugg! The hard shell does not hold the inner silicon in place on the top and bottom, the way it does on the sides. When pulling the phone out of my pocket the lose silicone drags/clings. So I think this action may make the silicone baggy/loser over time.
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Comments about loose fitting silicone and the pics showing it to be a dust magnet are disappointing. I was really hoping this would do the trick. I have the Reiko Hybrid case. It's protective but it's a monster.
Now that the Candyshell case AT&T wanted $40 for is in the low $20's, I may be revisiting that. I still don't like the glossy back's scratch magnet aspects but its slim and the silicone (TPU?) layer holds tight to the surface of the phone.
I fixed the loose silicone on top and bottom with some double sided sticky tape. Works like a charm!
Now that I have had a chance to use it for a week or so, I have to agree with the OP. It feels very good in the hand and totally secure.
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I have a TPU case from Diztronic which is holding up well, but I really like the look of a white case on a black phone. So I'm in the market for another case.
I'm thinking about possibly the Zenus with blue kickstand
Or the Spigen Ultra Capsule
any others to consider?
The Zenus is a very (very) tight fit, and will result in rub marks on your chrome trim over time if you take your phone out of your case a lot. It also adds a lot of bulk, but at the same time is a good quality product with excellent protection.
I'd recommend the SGP Ultra over it, though. A bit glossier and it has glitter through it, but it's well-made and easy enough to get on/off without too much trouble
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I have a TPU case from Diztronic which is holding up well, but I really like the look of a white case on a black phone. So I'm in the market for another case.
I'm thinking about possibly the Zenus with blue kickstand
Or the Spigen Ultra Capsule
any others to consider?
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Elago G4 Slim case looks great, works great and is inexpensive!
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Elago G4 Slim case looks great, works great and is inexpensive!
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I just had a look - that's a beauty!
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The Zenus is a very (very) tight fit, and will result in rub marks on your chrome trim over time if you take your phone out of your case a lot. It also adds a lot of bulk, but at the same time is a good quality product with excellent protection.
I'd recommend the SGP Ultra over it, though. A bit glossier and it has glitter through it, but it's well-made and easy enough to get on/off without too much trouble
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I've got the Zenus as well, and it does protect well, but, I agree that there will be rub marks eventually; I just ordered the trident Kraken, and plan on just using the rubber/silicone layer for around the house, and will use the entire case when the phone goes "out on the town"
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I've got the Zenus as well, and it does protect well, but, I agree that there will be rub marks eventually; I just ordered the trident Kraken, and plan on just using the rubber/silicone layer for around the house, and will use the entire case when the phone goes "out on the town"
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I can only see the Casual on their site. The Kraken for the iPad looks extreme!!
I ordered this one
http://www.tridenteer.com/products/Kraken-AMS-Case-for-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-(SCH%2dI717)-(Blue).html
should look nice on a white phone
That looks awesome. Pity there's no white/black one. Same with the Seidio Active.
A little disappointing tbh
they used to have white in their "Aegis" series, but its not as protective as the Krakken, and there is no kick stand, which I REALLY like..
looks like they didn't make a white aegis for this phone..
http://www.tridenteer.com/categories/Samsung-Galaxy-Note/AEGIS-Case-for-Samsung-Galaxy-Note/
Just get yoobao white case, I bought it at ebay, it's really good quality
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Pleomax Pudding
I bought 3 Pleomax Pudding. Nice tight fit, but still ply-able enough to be easy on and easy off. Tighter than the Mercury Pearl TPU.