Other than the Sweet Armor aluminum bumper, I didn't see this particular one posted here yet.
Has anyone tried these? They come in several colors and looks pretty good.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Duralumin-S...ccessories&hash=item3a736f7ec7#ht_2910wt_1163
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Other than the Sweet Armor aluminum bumper, I didn't see this particular one posted here yet.
Has anyone tried these? They come in several colors and looks pretty good.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Duralumin-S...ccessories&hash=item3a736f7ec7#ht_2910wt_1163
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Haven't seen that one, and the corners look more rounded than the Sweet Armor is. I can't help but wonder though about the screws. They go through the aluminum such that if it is dropped and it hits on the corner, the tiny screw will take the hit in shear. Unlike the Sweet Armor where the aluminum shape itself is taking the hit. So, I wonder what they did to keep the tiny screws from shearing off in a drop.
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Haven't seen that one, and the corners look more rounded than the Sweet Armor is. I can't help but wonder though about the screws. They go through the aluminum such that if it is dropped and it hits on the corner, the tiny screw will take the hit in shear. Unlike the Sweet Armor where the aluminum shape itself is taking the hit. So, I wonder what they did to keep the tiny screws from shearing off in a drop.
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I'm not sure. When I saw it used screws I was immediately reminded of the Vapor Element cases for the iPhone. They use screws too.
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I'm not sure. When I saw it used screws I was immediately reminded of the Vapor cases for the iPhone. They use screws too.
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Having never had an iPhone I have no idea what that is. The Sweet Armor also uses screws.
I looked at more pictures. It would appear that this case uses two screws to hold the parts together. One big C and one small C, so to speak. A left and a right half rather than a front and back half like the Sweet Armor.
Also, from surfing Ebay it seems like it might hold the screen further off the surface you might lay it on, which in my opinion is one of the shortcomings of the Sweet Armor.
It definitely looks nice. It's a little pricey at $50 though. Just debating on whether to take a chance or not.
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It definitely looks nice. It's a little pricey at $50 though. Just debating on whether to take a chance or not.
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Eh, I blew way more than that on 2 Sweet Armor bumpers for me and my girl plus express shipping. I don't regret the expenditure.
Never heard of duralumin. Is that a fancy name for plastic meant to sound like aluminum?
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Never heard of duralumin. Is that a fancy name for plastic meant to sound like aluminum?
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Who knows, but I do know that this case isn't made out of plastic.
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I will stay away anything related to aluminum, it causes me trouble with phone and GPS signals before.
Never heard of duralumin either, got me interested and I did a search
Duralumin
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Duralumin (also called duraluminum, duraluminium or dural) is the trade name of one of the earliest types of age-hardenable aluminium alloys. The main alloying constituents are copper, manganese, and magnesium. A commonly used modern equivalent of this alloy type is AA2024, which contains 4.4% copper, 1.5% magnesium, 0.6% manganese and 93.5% aluminium by weight. Typical yield strength is 450 MPa (65 ksi), with variations depending on the composition and temper.[1]
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It definitely looks nice. It's a little pricey at $50 though. Just debating on whether to take a chance or not.
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I'd be willing to bet that the price will come down to under $20, just like the Element vapor knockoffs were for the iPhone. I bought the knockoff for my iPhone and it was as good as the original I bought from Element.
$40 is way too much.
dont these aluminum cases affect your phone reception?
the sweet armor looks really nice, but 70 bucks is outrageous
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Who knows, but I do know that this case isn't made out of plastic.
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Don't know how you can be so sure when you state you don't know.
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Never heard of duralumin either, got me interested and I did a search
Duralumin
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Duralumin (also called duraluminum, duraluminium or dural) is the trade name of one of the earliest types of age-hardenable aluminium alloys. The main alloying constituents are copper, manganese, and magnesium. A commonly used modern equivalent of this alloy type is AA2024, which contains 4.4% copper, 1.5% magnesium, 0.6% manganese and 93.5% aluminium by weight. Typical yield strength is 450 MPa (65 ksi), with variations depending on the composition and temper.[1]
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Thank you for your post. I learned something new today.
wase4711 said:
dont these aluminum cases affect your phone reception?
the sweet armor looks really nice, but 70 bucks is outrageous
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Yeah, I've heard that too about reception.
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So, has anyone tried one of these, yet?
I just ordered one, I'll tell you my review after receiving it
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I just ordered one, I'll tell you my review after receiving it
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From their pics, it seems like there isn't any inner rubber/foam lining. PLease let us know!
any new info here?
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any new info here?
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I got Gold Don Star case. I used to have sweet armor case for galaxy s2. When I compare the two the biggest difference is the material.
The sweetarmor is more of metal feel. When it hits something you will definately know it is some kind of thin metal or aluminum. With Don star, it is more of plastic feeling.than metal. it feels durable, and the fit is tight and well, but I hear sqeaking sound when i press right middle body. It is great case overall though. It does not interfere with any reception of gps since the material isn't metal.
Make sure if you have fat finger, you will have hard time reaching for the power or volume button since there is no rubber extension comes with case. I have hard time becuase i have big hand, but i can live with it since the case looks awesome.
Overall good quality but i don't know how long it will last, and the price is bit expensive compared to sweetarmor. I bought it for bumper use only.(i have front screen protector and the battery cover, I will buy another battery cover when it gets too much scratch)
I will try to post a pictures soon.
i bought one off ebay like 3 weeks ago and am still waiting for it.
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I bought the white and black case.. they don't look bad at all... I have to be patient because its coming from Hong Kong..
What do u guys think? I got them at eBay.. just put tpu hybrid case and they will show up.
Five cases plus screen protector for 9.95 on ebay.. here is the link,
http://cgi.ebay.com/HTC-EVO-3D-5X-G...753254?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a122fdda6
colors are Black, Blue, Purple,White, Pink
That looks really nice, and jeez, $2.95 shipped? And even better than the price is the fact that the cameras are covered, but the camera button is uncovered. Sold!
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That looks really nice, and jeez, $2.95 shipped? And even better than the price is the fact that the cameras are covered, but the camera button is uncovered. Sold!
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Yeah I got them for
po96od said:
That looks really nice, and jeez, $2.95 shipped? And even better than the price is the fact that the cameras are covered, but the camera button is uncovered. Sold!
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Yeah I got them for $2.95 shipped each.. I like the fact that they cover the camera part.. I would've liked the camera button covered too but its still a nice case . I bought white and black.. hope I get them fast .
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I bought the white and black case.. they don't look bad at all... I have to be patient because its coming from Hong Kong..
What do u guys think? I got them at eBay.. just put tpu hybrid case and they will show up.
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Looks awesome but I dont think they are hybrids are they? It looks like just pure TPU with some texture on the sides. I've seen these "S Style" cases quite a few times recently.
Yeah, they are not hybrid cases. It's pure TPU. Since its a Chinese seller he probably doesn't understand the meaning of the word correctly. A hybrid would have a PC outline or rib cage, this has neither.
edit: maybe it does have PC? The right side certainly could be, or it could just be matte TPU. The reason I'm thinking its pure TPU is the description mentions nothing about PC, only TPU.
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Looks awesome but I dont think they are hybrids are they? It looks like just pure TPU with some texture on the sides. I've seen these "S Style" cases quite a few times recently.
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It was described as two types of plastics but I wouldn't know..lol they look nice and I will try them out.. for that price why not.. my camera would be covered :-D
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Yeah, they are not hybrid cases. It's pure TPU. Since its a Chinese seller he probably doesn't understand the meaning of the word correctly. A hybrid would have a PC outline or rib cage, this has neither.
edit: maybe it does have PC? The right side certainly could be, or it could just be matte TPU. The reason I'm thinking its pure TPU is the description mentions nothing about PC, only TPU.
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This is the description,
100% New TPU Gel Case Quantity: 1 Offer instant all around protection from scratches Constructed from smooth, treated rubber that resists dirt and stains TPU, also known as thermoplastic polyurethane, is more cut and tear resistance over rubber This gel case made from a special tough gel, which makes it flexible like a silicone but tougher than a crystal case Compared to silicone skins, this skin is stiffer to the touch, but remains flexible Unique design allows easy access to all buttons, controls & ports without having to remove the skin. Color:BLACK Material: TPU Rubber Accessory only, the cell phone is not included
I don't know much about tpu cases but they look awesome
Shoot that $3 a case is a good deal, just wish it'd arrive before the estimated dates of july 21st and august 3rd.
osker83 said:
I bought the white and black case.. they don't look bad at all... I have to be patient because its coming from Hong Kong..
What do u guys think? I got them at eBay.. just put tpu hybrid case and they will show up.
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Thanks for the info, i just buy them, they look great!!!
retnuh730 said:
Shoot that $3 a case is a good deal, just wish it'd arrive before the estimated dates of july 21st and august 3rd.
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Yeah me too!! However, I've ordered a two 1800mhr batteries that came from Hong Hong and they arrived like in a week but it depends on your destination of course.. so I hope I receive them in a week or so..
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Thanks for the info, i just buy them, they look great!!!
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No problem.. just wanted to share the info about these..
IIRC...the ones for the OG Evo were crap. The two types of plastic separated and didn't hold together that well. Just a heads up.
rkjg24 said:
IIRC...the ones for the OG Evo were crap. The two types of plastic separated and didn't hold together that well. Just a heads up.
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That's a good point. You're paying a really low price for something with next to no customer support or return policy. You get what you pay for I guess.
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IIRC...the ones for the OG Evo were crap. The two types of plastic separated and didn't hold together that well. Just a heads up.
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Well the ones from the EVO was different because I did get the one with two plastics bit this one is one piece not two.. it is just textured.. I will try them out.. at that price I wouldn't mind trying it out
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IIRC...the ones for the OG Evo were crap. The two types of plastic separated and didn't hold together that well. Just a heads up.
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This is true, I've had a hybrid before and they do separate. I still ordered one though. Cant wait to try it out in August, lol.
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Well the ones from the EVO was different because I did get the one with two plastics bit this one is one piece not two.. it is just textured.. I will try them out.. at that price I wouldn't mind trying it out
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I don't think its a one piece anymore. I initially did, but I'm pretty sure now the right side is PC and the left is TPU, which would make it a two piece.
please follow up with a review once you get them
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I don't think its a one piece anymore. I initially did, but I'm pretty sure now the right side is PC and the left is TPU, which would make it a two piece.
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If that's the case then we have to try them out and see if they will rip apart.. I will follow up with a review once I get them.
second that
Looking for a case for my TF, want only to cover back and sides of the tablet.
And I want it to be non slippery, there are lots of these for cellphones but
where can I find it for the TF?
dnilsson said:
Looking for a case for my TF, want only to cover back and sides of the tablet.
And I want it to be non slippery, there are lots of these for cellphones but
where can I find it for the TF?
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I haven't seen one yet. Someone else may have, but in my experience, it's hard to make silicone that big without either tearing or stretching pretty quickly. What about a bumper like the iPhone 4, where it only wraps around the sides, but the rear section of it is thick enough that the back of the tablet doesn't touch the table when it's set down? I think it would relieve some of the stress from the silicone, and I could use a stretchier mix to keep it tight. I'd kind of like that, and if enough people are interested I can give it a shot, I don't make cases for a living or anything, but I have some friends with a 3D prototyper and a whole bunch of industrial AB silicone. (Yes, I have weird friends.)
That sound quite interesting, I could be interested in one of those.
When using it now without a case I think it's kinda slippery.
I think one of those would give a better grip of the tablet.
What about dropping it, do you think the silicone will absorb the drop?
dnilsson said:
That sound quite interesting, I could be interested in one of those.
When using it now without a case I think it's kinda slippery.
I think one of those would give a better grip of the tablet.
What about dropping it, do you think the silicone will absorb the drop?
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As much as it could, obviously. The problem is that it won't be much thicker than a silicone case for a phone, but the device is much heavier. Hence, more inertia. I'll grab some chunks of different mixes and test them by dropping a Transformer analog on them. Just FYI, I'm actually using a really large(and wide) rubber band right now to protect my TF's corners/edges. My belt buckle and watch tend to contact the sides of the TF every once in a while, so it keeps that pretty "gold steel" bezel from scratching. I'll see if I can figure out where I got it from in the meantime.
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As much as it could, obviously. The problem is that it won't be much thicker than a silicone case for a phone, but the device is much heavier. Hence, more inertia. I'll grab some chunks of different mixes and test them by dropping a Transformer analog on them. Just FYI, I'm actually using a really large(and wide) rubber band right now to protect my TF's corners/edges. My belt buckle and watch tend to contact the sides of the TF every once in a while, so it keeps that pretty "gold steel" bezel from scratching. I'll see if I can figure out where I got it from in the meantime.
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Wow, id like to see a rubber band that big lol. Maybe then i wudnt have a gash in my transformers bezel from bumping it into a wall
Camaros_Kill said:
Wow, id like to see a rubber band that big lol. Maybe then i wudnt have a gash in my transformers bezel from bumping it into a wall
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It actually drew blood when I snapped someone with it. That's how big it is.
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As much as it could, obviously. The problem is that it won't be much thicker than a silicone case for a phone, but the device is much heavier. Hence, more inertia. I'll grab some chunks of different mixes and test them by dropping a Transformer analog on them. Just FYI, I'm actually using a really large(and wide) rubber band right now to protect my TF's corners/edges. My belt buckle and watch tend to contact the sides of the TF every once in a while, so it keeps that pretty "gold steel" bezel from scratching. I'll see if I can figure out where I got it from in the meantime.
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I'm really looking forward to see what you can make
Please update here with pictures and info.
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It actually drew blood when I snapped someone with it. That's how big it is.
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LOL Post pics of that too!
This might be what your looking for.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Sikai-Silicone-...079227?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2eb723e7bb
tonyz3 said:
This might be what your looking for.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Sikai-Silicone-...079227?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2eb723e7bb
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Great find. A quick look on ebay shows Xoom silicone cases for as low as $5 shipped. Hopefully more suppliers we be offering these soon and prices for the a Transformer silicone sleeve will drop similarly.
I'm looking for a case too and found this (it's for netbooks?) but would this be ok for the transformer too? I want to use it for tablet + dock. Are there better suggestions?
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=200641079227
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This might be what your looking for.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Sikai-Silicone-...079227?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2eb723e7bb
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I like that but silicon case gets dirty quick. I'm waiting for similar tpu case to show up.
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This might be what your looking for.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Sikai-Silicone-...079227?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2eb723e7bb
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Thanks! I think I'll order it right away, just what I was looking for.
But I'm still interested in what @msticninja was talking about,
if you have made some progress in developing a case please write
dnilsson said:
Thanks! I think I'll order it right away, just what I was looking for.
But I'm still interested in what @msticninja was talking about,
if you have made some progress in developing a case please write
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Durability is an issue with most of my samples. Hopefully someone will post regarding the Sikai's durability. I've got some different samples coming, will update when I've tested them.
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Durability is an issue with most of my samples. Hopefully someone will post regarding the Sikai's durability. I've got some different samples coming, will update when I've tested them.
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Have placed an order on Sikais Silicone Case now, will take about 15 days for delivery.
Hopefully Otterbox will come out with something - they are a local company here in Fort Collins CO! I'll try and find out from one of the local reps
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If that's anything like the silicone case I got for my PSP, you don't want it. Far too thin to provide any real protection, doesn't fit snugly, looks misshapen and ugly because it's near impossible to get it perfectly straight, and the thing is a dust and lint / hair magnet like you wouldn't believe.
I literally haven't used it at all since the first time I tried it.
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Durability is an issue with most of my samples. Hopefully someone will post regarding the Sikai's durability. I've got some different samples coming, will update when I've tested them.
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Got my Sikai silicone case today.
It looks really nice BUT, it doesn't provide a snug fit.
I'm scared that it will slip out of the cover. Each four sides are very loose,
only the corners offers a snug fit.
If @msticninja have any questions lets here them, I want to help you
create that cover you talked about.
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Got my Sikai silicone case today.
It looks really nice BUT, it doesn't provide a snug fit.
I'm scared that it will slip out of the cover. Each four sides are very loose,
only the corners offers a snug fit.
If @msticninja have any questions lets here them, I want to help you
create that cover you talked about.
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Can you dock with the sikai silicone case? I would also like to see pictures too. Thanks!
Has anyone tried one of these SZLF Aluminum Bumper cases for the AT&T Note? It appears this is only for the International version but I am not aware of any differences in the size of the phone so it may work for both. All of the listings I have found for this on eBay only mention i9220 and N7000 though.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Luxury-...374880?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4163fca0e0
Also, if you have tried this, does the case cover the edges of the screen (further protecting a screen protector)? I like the look of this one as well as the Anymode Bumper but the Anymode looks really big.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1387444
It'll fit the AT&T/Canadian Note.
I recommend u get the following one. It's well worth the money.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560490
Sweet armor is nice and all, but the fake is 1/4 the price, so it would win my vote. The review showed that the original is better made, but I just don't think it's that much better depending on how biased the review is.
I got the sweet armor (fake version, same as szlf) and ended up not using it. Here's why:
1. Makes phone more slippery and heavy
2. Scratches screen protector when taking on and off (and you must take it off to access battery)
3. Not very ergonomic
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I got the sweet armor (fake version, same as szlf) and ended up not using it. Here's why:
1. Makes phone more slippery and heavy
2. Scratches screen protector when taking on and off (and you must take it off to access battery)
3. Not very ergonomic
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They look cool, some people like them, I just don't see the point since I agree with primarily your first point. The other day I was laying in my recliner with my 2 year old beside me and we were looking at a zoo app of animals while holding my phone above us. It slipped and I cracked my poor baby girl in the face with my phone. Since then I keep the silicon jacket on it untill my Seidio comes in the mail.
Can't stand the "SZLF" logo all over it...
Stay away from Aluminum Bumpers
My buddy and I both have Notes. We were just troubleshooting (Like 15 muintes ago) network connectivity problems he has been experiencing here at work the last few days. The connection would drop or stay at 4G, and rarely hit LTE. What we discovered was it was the aluminum bumper he installed around the same time the problems started. It drastically reduce his signal quality. Stay far away from these.
Thanks everyone for all the feedback. Based on the issues with potentially scratching the screen protector putting this bumper on and the poor signal strength I am just going to keep looking for something else. I like the BoxWave TPU case I have now but it does not cover the edge of the screen/SP so every once in awhile I notice it pushing up against the SP causing the SP to move slightly.
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Thanks everyone for all the feedback. Based on the issues with potentially scratching the screen protector putting this bumper on and the poor signal strength I am just going to keep looking for something else. I like the BoxWave TPU case I have now but it does not cover the edge of the screen/SP so every once in awhile I notice it pushing up against the SP causing the SP to move slightly.
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I am not sure, but it also looks like the battery cover for the N7000 is different than the one on the I717. Noticed on this SZLF case, the bottom back portion would block the I717 cover.
Chief Geek said:
Sweet armor is nice and all, but the fake is 1/4 the price, so it would win my vote. The review showed that the original is better made, but I just don't think it's that much better depending on how biased the review is.
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i have a chrome one that im about to put on ebay
if anybody is interested and wants one for less than the $100 it costs, PM me...
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I am not sure, but it also looks like the battery cover for the N7000 is different than the one on the I717. Noticed on this SZLF case, the bottom back portion would block the I717 cover.
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I don't think that's even a Note in the pictures, no S-Pen
Barry (NJ) said:
I don't think that's even a Note in the pictures, no S-Pen
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Wow, I didn't even notice that. It looks like it is a Galaxy SII but all over the eBay sale it mentions Note N7000.
Has anyone seen a case for the note 3 that is like a hardcover book? If anyone has seen the ones made by portenzo and/or dodocase you know what i'm talking about.
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Has anyone seen a case for the note 3 that is like a hardcover book? If anyone has seen the ones made by portenzo and/or dodocase you know what i'm talking about.
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Closest thing I've personally seen is on the usbgeek site. I'm new and can't post links but it's called "book case for note 3."
Like this?
These are on eBay for $16.
I have found some make by a Korean company called araree. You can find them at zoarah.com, they have a polycarbonate shell on the inside. I haven't bought one yet because I have the wireless back cover and afraid it won't fit.
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I have found some make by a Korean company called araree. You can find them at zoarah.com, they have a polycarbonate shell on the inside. I haven't bought one yet because I have the wireless back cover and afraid it won't fit.
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Same. I found some from ARAREE (see the 1st pic)
Then there are a few others from ebay.
2nd pic >> seller: shop-leather
3rd pic (and way hilarious imo) >> seller: casemate_168
I purchased one from amaz0n on Friday. It should be here tomorrow. I will take pics and post them as soon as it comes in. :good:
I am very happy with the quality of this case. The one issue I had with it was that it had no clasp. I do not like the idea of dropping this and having the front flip open and it land screen down. That would kind of defeat the whole purpose of having a case like this. So I modified mine with a leather strap and button clip to close it.
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Has anyone seen a case for the note 3 that is like a hardcover book? If anyone has seen the ones made by portenzo and/or dodocase you know what i'm talking about.
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There are 2 types of cases. One is made of hardcover
hardcover case
There other one is made of faux leahter for outer cover and hardcover for interior
leather case
have you try to use spigen's case
I ordered the Design case from the company in China directly, the price is reasonable and they seem to have a reasonable return policy. I'll post pictures/review when I get it.
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I am very happy with the quality of this case. The one issue I had with it was that it had no clasp. I do not like the idea of dropping this and having the front flip open and it land screen down. That would kind of defeat the whole purpose of having a case like this. So I modified mine with a leather strap and button clip to close it.
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I was about to buy this case how does the leather feel on it real or fake?
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I was about to buy this case how does the leather feel on it real or fake?
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It feels like real leather as I believe it is. Granted it is thin as they use hard backing to make up most of the thickness, but it is holding up very well and I am very pleased with the quality. I get compliments on it all the time when I go shopping or to the bank.:good:
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It feels like real leather as I believe it is. Granted it is thin as they use hard backing to make up most of the thickness, but it is holding up very well and I am very pleased with the quality. I get compliments on it all the time when I go shopping or to the bank.:good:
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Dang I got the bear motion leather wallet case instead because of not knowing for sure.
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mainstang said:
Dang I got the bear motion leather wallet case instead because of not knowing for sure.
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Well that one looks nice to. I think they both use the same leather. At least that is what it looks like. The only reason I did not go with that one is that I wanted four card slots rather then three. I like the clear fourth slot for the ID so I do not have to pull out my DL all the time. But that seems to be the only difference I can tell as far as quality and function. At least yours comes with a clasp so you do not have to modify like I did.
Good looking, impractical, unusable case
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I ordered the Design case from the company in China directly, the price is reasonable and they seem to have a reasonable return policy. I'll post pictures/review when I get it.
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So, got the case today. It's highly impractical for everyday use.
* It has VERY sharp corners so do NOT put it in your pockets.
* If you want to text, the cover part bends behind and is IN the way of your left hand while you text
* The cover doesn't close flush with the device screen when closed and sitting on a desk
* The material, while it seems sturdy, feels REALLY cheap and made out of cardboard. Just feels cheap.
* If you fold the cover back when you place this case on your desk, it sits VERY awkwardly on the desk at a weird angle.
* If you want to take a picture, HOW do you take a picture with the cover closed? The camera is exposed in the back, but how if you open the cover and it hangs down, it is just * impractical to take pictures.
* The inside cover of the case is cardboard. I would NEVER put a card (only room for one) in the slot. I would be VERY afraid of it ripping and the card falling out.
I'm not sure when this is meant to be used? If you hold the device in your hand and you are playing a game or texting, the cover is very bulky that makes it very difficult to use in your hands.
All in all, I wouldn't use this as an every day case. It's a LOT more bulky when opened back on itself for use.
The sharp corners are SCARY in my pocket. I scratched my leg at least 4 times during the course of 3 hours.
The case is now sitting on my desk unused.
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Nice idea. Bad execution. Impractical case.
Got this case off of EBay delivered for $32. It's called a PEPKOO ULTIMATE. I think Love Me and possibly another company makes some almost identical. They are aluminum with Gorilla glass screen protector, screws together instead of snaps like an Otterbox and doesn't get all the dirt and trash around the sides of the screen. I've been using mine for a month now and thought I would share my review of it. It's tough, cool looking and I have no complaints. Don't forget it was $32.
uhm, good!
From the reviews I have seen, the S-Pen is Damn near impossible to take out, and the sound is horribly muffled.
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graydiggy said:
From the reviews I have seen, the S-Pen is Damn near impossible to take out, and the sound is horribly muffled.
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You could have gotten it cheaper too on Ebay. It's the same case as the Love MEI series. Those are $23 on ebay.
Also your cell reception just took a dive by half because of the aluminum. I only use mine when I go snowboarding. The extra weight adds to my balance, lol.
I saw after I ordered it about the s-pen complaints and I don't have any trouble. I'm always somewhere the signal is great so that hadn't been an issue. I would have loved the even cheaper priced one but compared to an otterbox, This case is king. I've had an otterbox for every phone I've had in the last 6 years, starting with a blackberry and had to constantly take it apart and clean dirt and dust out of it. I never have to do that with this one. I stand firm and recommend this case or an identical copy over otterbox any day. If I paid $ 40 I would still be satisfied.
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I saw after I ordered it about the s-pen complaints and I don't have any trouble. I'm always somewhere the signal is great so that hadn't been an issue. I would have loved the even cheaper priced one but compared to an otterbox, This case is king. I've had an otterbox for every phone I've had in the last 6 years, starting with a blackberry and had to constantly take it apart and clean dirt and dust out of it. I never have to do that with this one. I stand firm and recommend this case or an identical copy over otterbox any day. If I paid $ 40 I would still be satisfied.
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Yeah I definitely recommend it to anyone who can put up with those things. I like the comments I get when I whip it out(no pun intended). People always ask in amazement if it's a phone and what phone it is. Then again I have the original model so it's even bigger than the new slimmer ones which I might get soon.
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I just have a question, where exactly did you see this for so cheap? The only link I can find on Amazon is for $69:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00HFMUVG4/ref=dp_olp_new_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=new
I got it off of eBay. I work in the oilfields of West Texas and we have some rough weather, especially dust storms. With the otterbox I was having to take it apart every couple of days to clean the dirt and dust that would make its way inside it. Then the abrasive dust rubbing against the plastic screen protector would have it scratched up in a mater of a month or so. I haven't had to take this case apart yet to clean it and that dust isn't going to hurt the Gorilla glass. I put a couple screen shots of the add on eBay so you could see the seller and the product.
It's awesome
atown77 said:
Got this case off of Amazon delivered for $32. It's called a PEPKOO ULTIMATE. I think Love Me and possibly another company makes some almost identical. They are aluminum with Gorilla glass screen protector, screws together instead of snaps like an Otterbox and doesn't get all the dirt and trash around the sides of the screen. I've been using mine for a month now and thought I would share my review of it. It's tough, cool looking and I have no complaints. Don't forget it was $32.
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Nice yeah like It .
I'm sure it's a great case if your going to throw it down a mountain, but in my opinion it's way too bulky.
Bulk
If bulk is an issue, then I would suggest an Iphone, I think they still small enough to fit in a matchbox. But all jokes aside, it still easily fits in my back pocket and as I stated before, I need my phone protected from the elements. I never said this case would suit everyone but if you wanted a case that was built for hard core protection, I recommend this one. I have now had it for two months and I hope I can always get one to fit future phones.
How heavy is this? Do you have issues with sound? Have you waterproof tesed the case and how did it do?
Same here,
If a case makes my devices useless, well then it's useless. I can see the draw to a waterproof solution as I hit the lake often during the summer months and don't do much out there other than check things on the screen from time to time. But for that there are cheaper solutions, none of which I trust completely anyhow.
Lets hope that they up the IP rating on the note 4.
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How heavy is this? Do you have issues with sound? Have you waterproof tesed the case and how did it do?
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LoL this in is not the waterproof version. Its the water resistant version. Love Mei adds some water proofing in there. There is a difference this one, Lunatak's and Love Mei's. I think they all have the same base manufacture. My Dad has the Lunatak's case for the iphone, his signal doesnt take a hit, also it makes the phone feel like a brick. AND I really mean a brick.
You guys want real waterproof head over to the red pepper note 3 thread.
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I had purchased a similar metal case for my Note 3 from Love Mei. It looks cool but I dont like it.
1. I made my phone to look big, almost the size of Tab 7.0.
2. Its non ergonomic for long time use, you'll not be comfortable holding it while text messaging.
3. Not to forget that it adds weight extreme weight to your phone. Trust me, you can't answer calls for more than 20 minutes due to its weight.
4. Since its a water proof version, the sound ports and receiver speakers are covered with thin membrane of some material (sort of rubber or plastic). Thats make the sound to be scatered and unclear
5. The glass protector will have the rainbow effect on screen when it touches the phone screen.
These points are based from my experience. I sold my case to another guy.
Currently Im with Trident Kraken AMS, and I love it to the max. It saved my phone without single scratches falling from the height arnd 6 feet.