So I'm shopping for a good case and screen protectors for this thing. Any recommendations?
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broons said:
So I'm shopping for a good case and screen protectors for this thing. Any recommendations?
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I've got the otterbox commuter, it's good protection without being to massive.
I went with the Defender case. I removed the screen from the case and installed one of the Xtreme guard screens on the phone and am very happy with the look and feel of the phone. It may seem like a bit much, but after breaking my first phone in under 8 hrs - this was the best fit for me
cmay227 said:
I've got the otterbox commuter, it's good protection without being to massive.
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same otterbox commuter series... I went with the Glacier colored case, im tired of black lol
Cool will probably go with the commuter and xtreme guard. Thanks all
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How are the buttons on the commuter? I had the one for the galaxy s3 and they were impossible to press half the time. Are these any better or are they super stiff as well?
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I have a little s curve tpu case off eBay. Just using it till more options become avaliable.
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Diztronic TPU. I cannot speak highly enough of this case. Cheap, sturdy, doesn't add too much weight/size and, as a bonus, it looks great.
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I like otterbox It all comes down to opinions
chrisjm00 said:
How are the buttons on the commuter? I had the one for the galaxy s3 and they were impossible to press half the time. Are these any better or are they super stiff as well?
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Volume buttons work great, power is stiff as hell. Thinking about cutting the top to have direct access to the power button.
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cmay227 said:
Volume buttons work great, power is stiff as hell. Thinking about cutting the top to have direct access to the power button.
Posted from my damn phone!
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That's odd. I have a mucheasier time pressing the buttons with the case on rather than naked. I am loving my commuter. I don't exactly care for the way the screen protector is smaller than the face of the phone, but i guess that is about the only way to do it with the curved edges. I can honestly say that I hate the curved edges after trying 2 other screen protects and they will not stick.
I went with just the 3 pack of cheap screen protectors -- they do the job and you can easily replace them, and a flexible silicone case (the thin ones) because they absorb impact better than a hard case. It keeps the phone low profile and protected.
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I will probably stick it out with the diztronic then. I figured that it might have been improved but it doesn't sound like it. Thanks.
Actually ordered the diztronic. Otterbox looks nice but kinda salty fir my taste at least right now.
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Stay naked!!!! screen protector if you must... but why put such a beautiful phone in a block of rubber. Just be a little carefull
FlyingCaveman said:
Stay naked!!!! screen protector if you must... but why put such a beautiful phone in a block of rubber. Just be a little carefull
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Sometimes it doesn't matter how careful you are. Caca happens
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I know that's right my case will be here shortly
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One thing I quickly discovered about Diztronic is that the opening around headphone port is pretty small. The chord I use in my car doesn't fit but smaller headphone and computer speaker jacks do. I will try my full-size headphones today at the office.
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I've been thinking about using one lately.....what are you guys using?
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I've been thinking about using one lately.....what are you guys using?
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Been using the Body Glove for vibrant on and off the past couple of months. Adds a little bulk but added protection from accidental drops makes it worth it.
Here's the link
http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-91...FAYC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1303377534&sr=8-1
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I've been thinking about using one lately.....what are you guys using?
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check out the reviews here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=710
Get a TPU and be done with it
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my fav is the black rubbery one from T-Mo... got it at launch date. I've tried others since and they always fail by comparison.
Also, you know there is a whole section on this right? You may want to check there.
If you need real protection, and want it to still look good, Otterbox is the way to go. I don't really notice the phone being any thicker, but the protection is superb, and it looks elegant, to me at least.
Sedio Innocase, great protection and adds minimal bulk.
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archie53 said:
Sedio Innocase, great protection and adds minimal bulk.
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I'm a big fan of seidio... I returned that case it was so bad in my opinion.
Tmo stock rubber.
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Naked is the only way to be. I throw mine in my pocket with keys and what not, no scratches yet. I tried numerous cases but keep going back to nothing at all.
Naked maybe a good way to go. I still have concerns with scratching the back so I put an invisible shield full-body cover on mine and haven't looked back. Hate the bulk that is added from the other cases too.
Otterbox for daily use & Trident case when boating
jRi0T68 said:
If you need real protection, and want it to still look good, Otterbox is the way to go. I don't really notice the phone being any thicker, but the protection is superb, and it looks elegant, to me at least.
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I agree I have an otterbox to and I like it alot. Perfect case for the phone
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I was using a TPU case but I feel like I am killing my phone pressing the buttons. I have one of the I9000 mesh cases and am very happy with it without a screen protector. They are on eBay btw.
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Hands down its the Otterbox. Case closed haha! Only thing is its the "commuter" so its a pocket style. Otterbox dont make the "defender" for our vibrants so no belt clip but search the threadz someone posted a discount code. I used it too!
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I wanted to go naked, but was too paranoid, so my solution was a Barely There case. I've loved it because it doesn't add any bulk, and has already saved my phone a couple of times from dinged corners.
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VibrantWind said:
Been using the Body Glove for vibrant on and off the past couple of months. Adds a little bulk but added protection from accidental drops makes it worth it.
Here's the link
http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-91...FAYC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1303377534&sr=8-1
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the harder it is on the side and spends most time in ur pocket, it scratches that chrome side/corners of ur vibrant... i had body glove with my other fone.. not saying its a bad case, extra protection from dropping is good.. but it does scratches it over time.. try a cheap silicone and with a case/pouch or w.e u call them.
Otterbox not only does it not add bulk,you can still put it in pocket! I've tried all the silicone ones. The OBX combo has held up the best so far.
Sexyness + Strong as hell... otterbox
Got a $2 silicone rubber case from ebay and it works just fine...
And did you remove the plastic covering the screen? I have ghost armor already ...was wondering of anyone has done this?
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freemeech said:
And did you remove the plastic covering the screen? I have ghost armor already ...was wondering of anyone has done this?
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I have one...
I did not remove the screen protector. Instead I removed my ZAGG IS. I like the built in one. However removing the plastic one is not hard at all. Its just glued in place.
Wasn't worried about the ease of removing so much as the feel...its kinda springy if u know what I mean ...its starting to annoy me some lol
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I bought mine on Saturday but I am taking it back because of the built-in screen protector.
Not only does it not sit flush with the glass (which is why it's "springy") but it distorts the quality of the screen horribly.
Getting my money back and sticking with my Diztronic TPU
Wow I removed it because it was too springy and it feels way better with my ghost armor screen protector!
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I don't think Otterbox took into account the weirdly concaved screen. I agree with the feel of it, spongy. But i also don't like how the sides are squared off, as opposed to more rounded on the previous versions I've used on other devices. The accessory plugs are hard to open and close. If you take the silicon cover off, you notice there's no grab rail for the silicon in the corners. Its hard to lock into the holster. Feels unnatural when taking it out if the holster and I've used a defender for over a year previous.
I'm OK with all the feeling because I was using a commuter it seems much like the commuter to me...
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On every device I have ever had a defender series I just cut away the plastic shield it sucks one I do that I toss on my own screen protector and enjoy!
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I just got my defender today.I like it feels fine had the commuter before this one the commuter does feel more rigid but I like not having to worry on screen. The holster does look odd will have time to test that tomorrow
Keep in mind that there are two different varieties of the defender floating around for the s3 it seems.
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Keep in mind that there are two different varieties of the defender floating around for the s3 it seems.
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Do tell more, and please provide documentation.
I only know of one and I have it. I Have no issues with the screen protector fitting either. After a day of using it, it felt broken in!
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I only know of one and I have it. I Have no issues with the screen protector fitting either. After a day of using it, it felt broken in!
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Did you purchase directly from Otterbox? I purchased at local att store. After4 days, no better. Thinking of calling Otterbox and complaining.
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I bought from AT&T but now outs returnd the screen was grainy may be that's what was meant by springy... I bought back a commuter but don't want to deal with adhesive protector yet want to have a protected screen
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Keep in mind that there are two different varieties of the defender floating around for the s3 it seems.
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Mine came from AT&T ...
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This case looks pretty cool. If someone has it, let me know how much bulk it adds to the phone. Looks like it adds quite a bit.
http://www.shopandroid.com/qmadix-legacy-cover/4AA13160.htm
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I saw this last night i was wondering about the quality of the case. I have never heard of the company
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I like the styling of the case more than the "envelope" design on the back of the Otterbox cases. But I don't like the fact that these are only renders of the cases. Show us some actual pictures.
I just got the case, and I actually like it, I normally don't like cases but it seems to feel good on the phone. I posted a few pics of it. The one downfall is that it covers the back notification LED.
electrogiz said:
I just got the case, and I actually like it, I normally don't like cases but it seems to feel good on the phone. I posted a few pics of it. The one downfall is that it covers the back notification LED.
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Are the buttons easier to press with the cover?
Yes they are. Super easy.
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Oh! Well I don't know if all cases cause this but my usb port cover just fell off, it was sorta difficult with the case.
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Is it easy to grip? Seems like the shiney plactic could be slippery.
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Right on! Thanks for the pics. They're way better than online and it doesn't look as bulky. It looks well built too.
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the side rubber indents make it grip when holding it, also the middle is recessed but it helps with gripping it, I tend to drop my phone often but havent yet with this one. (had it since day one 11/21) it feels really good, very solid.
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I just got the case, and I actually like it, I normally don't like cases but it seems to feel good on the phone. I posted a few pics of it. The one downfall is that it covers the back notification LED.
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Is the inside layer real flexible at all? I've got a skinomi screen protector on and it's too thick for the diztronic case I have. Gonna need a case that can fit over the edges of the screen protector. Thanks for the pics. Beautiful case.
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This case looks nice wish I would have seen this before I ordered a case for my phone
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Kasab said:
Is the inside layer real flexible at all? I've got a skinomi screen protector on and it's too thick for the diztronic case I have. Gonna need a case that can fit over the edges of the screen protector. Thanks for the pics. Beautiful case.
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I have the same screen protection and case, it destroyed my skinomi
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Kasab said:
Is the inside layer real flexible at all? I've got a skinomi screen protector on and it's too thick for the diztronic case I have. Gonna need a case that can fit over the edges of the screen protector. Thanks for the pics. Beautiful case.
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Yes, the outer rim of it is flexible. so it will do just that
Anyone know if the O.D. has a protective film over the screen like the ones for the iphone?
here's a link to one: OtterBox 77-23253 Defender Series Hybrid and Holster Case for HTC Droid DNA
It does. I have had that case on my phone since day 1. The only problem I had with it was, you had to press down harder for the screen to register whats being pressed. I got used to it though. It may have just been mine though.
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It does. I have had that case on my phone since day 1. The only problem I had with it was, you had to press down harder for the screen to register whats being pressed. I got used to it though. It may have just been mine though.
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I highly doubt it's just yours. I have multiple defenders for various iphones laying around here and you have to press down a bit harder on all of them(especially if there's a screen protector already installed). If there is a screen protector on yours, I would remove it.
Thank you. I wasn't sure. I'll try it cut out.
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telltell624 said:
Thank you. I wasn't sure. I'll try it cut out.
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No cutting needed. Simply push on it from the front and it'll come apart where it is glued off. Really easy to do.
I keep a ghost armor on my phone so the built in screen protector is really awkward. I'm actually trying to sell mine because of it haha. Otherwise it's a really solid case.
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I removed the cover and now I love how the case feels. The extra screen protector was a little bit of an overkill but I love the case now that it doesn't feel like I am using a resistive screen. The other issue with the extra screen protector was it was hard to use the capacitive buttons on the phone.
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No cutting needed. Simply push on it from the front and it'll come apart where it is glued off. Really easy to do.
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Yep! Lol that's what I did, popped it out and put a zagg hd screen protector on there!
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I currently use the ballistic case. It works well and has saved my phone several times. Does a case exist that offers similar protection but isn't an obtrusive, oversized brick when its in my pocket?
Thanks!
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thenaut said:
I currently use the ballistic case. It works well and has saved my phone several times. Does a case exist that offers similar protection but isn't an obtrusive, oversized brick when its in my pocket?
Thanks!
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My wife and I have a Seidio Surface on our HTC Dna's. That we're both happy with. Fit's well and offers solid protection, without making the phone look like a brick.
Frank
I have one by bodyglove. It's a thin the case with reinforced corners. Doesn't add very much bulk at all.
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I don't know who makes it, but day one of owning my DNA, I hit up the verizon store and bought a $20 soft silicone case because I KNEW I would drop my phone. And drop it I have and no damage whatsoever. I love it! It is small, the only issues I have with it are the charging port can be hard to get open (i pulled my charge tab off) and the power button is a tiny bit recessed in the case. Other than that, it has saved my phone from many of my clumsy mishaps and would definitely recommend it
Go to verizon wireless and search for "high gloss silicone cover for htc droid dna blue"
that is about as close as mine as it gets, mine is see through black/brown and on top where the power button is, it is a hole. seeing this case I might go buy that and give it a go.
Hope this helps
I use an Otterbox Commuter and the case isn't very thick and looks super slick in white.
I've been very happy with my Diztronic case. It's smooth without being slick, not too huge either. Strikes a balance between a slim profile and decent protection.
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I've been very happy with my Diztronic case. It's smooth without being slick, not too huge either. Strikes a balance between a slim profile and decent protection.
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I used that case for a year and then finally took it off. Got bored of it but it's also slim and very good.
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I have a Ballistic case too, but it is the Lifestyle model. It is (in my opinion) exactly what you are looking for. Check it out.
Di5cip1e said:
I have a Ballistic case too, but it is the Lifestyle model. It is (in my opinion) exactly what you are looking for. Check it out.
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I'll check it out. Thanks.
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