Anyone with the first batch of otterbox defender case for the note 3? If so care to post some pictures and a short review based on the previous design for the note 2? As well as does the screen protector that's built in better or worse than the previous design?
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tongueman87 said:
Anyone with the first batch of otterbox defender case for the note 3? If so care to post some pictures and a short review based on the previous design for the note 2? As well as does the screen protector that's built in better or worse than the previous design?
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I'm interested in this as well. Still waiting for my Otterbox to arrive!
Anybody received one yet?
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Anyone with the first batch of otterbox defender case for the note 3? If so care to post some pictures and a short review based on the previous design for the note 2? As well as does the screen protector that's built in better or worse than the previous design?
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to answer your questions as best I can from MY EXPERIENCE.( on note 2 )
The protection factor is top notch.. however, bulk is detracting from phone styling- the volume and power buttons require much more pressure to activate them. also, the built in plastic screen shield which is built into the front outer shell, is rather ugly- floats above the phone, rainbow effects usuaally- humidity gathers below it and actual screen. and holsster is susceptible to breakage when exiting, entering your vehicle. ( happened twice to me..otterbox warranteed both times.
all outlets and ports are covered by a durable flap door, and once opened, access is easy. so my review- from 1 to 10, 10 being best is 9.. penaly for tough buttons and rather blandness/bulkiness of case size.. something like commuter might be less bulky- with less protection..thats where my curiosity of other cases comes in..( ie trident aegis, uag, seidio etc.): but- if you go with otter defender, the plastic screen can be removed ( voids warranty though) and you can use a spg type protector to avoid the ranbows, humidity buildup. I just traded up to the Note 3 myself- so decided on Trident Krakken ( returned UAG Case) Removal and install is a Major Headache.
I have the note 2 as well as the otterbox on it lol
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Your jumping the gun. They didn't even start shipping yet plus the holiday is coming up.
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Not sure why anyone is using them cases, very ugly very bulky, unless you work in construction you would never need a case like that
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Just picked up my Otterbox today at the sprint store. It does add bulk but I love the belt clip.
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Picked my Defender up today. Overall it looks really good. Unlike my Note 2 Defender case, the note 3 defender doesn't seem to be as bulky.
Getting the inner shell on was tight. Damn tight, but it went on.
I run defenders on all my phones. This is the best one as far as form and fashion that I've owned.
The Best Buy website showed that one of my 2 local Best Buy stores (within 1 mile from each other, but one is a Best Buy Mobile in the mall) had the Commuter in stock earlier today. I drove up there to check it out, but they didn't have any. I checked their site again while in store and it didn't show either store having it any more. I didn't plan to buy it anyway, just wanted to check it out and see how it looked and fit. Their site also showed them having the Qi compatible battery door. Even though their site DID still show it being available while I was there, they couldn't find it even though their system also showed them having 2 in stock. About an hour after getting home, and 2 hours after they had closed, an employee who I left my name & number with texted me saying that she did find the Qi battery door and was going to hold it for me!
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Picked my Defender up today. Overall it looks really good. Unlike my Note 2 Defender case, the note 3 defender doesn't seem to be as bulky.
Getting the inner shell on was tight. Damn tight, but it went on.
I run defenders on all my phones. This is the best one as far as form and fashion that I've owned.
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I could not imagine it being bulkier than the Note 2 Defender. That thing's a brick!
Otterbox should come out with an Armor Series for the Note 3! If someone tries to jack you for your phone you could swing it around and clobber them in the kisser. That thing would be a weapon!
I'd buy one because it would be the equivalent of a toughbook but in a phone...
How about the commutee
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nealwheels said:
Picked my Defender up today. Overall it looks really good. Unlike my Note 2 Defender case, the note 3 defender doesn't seem to be as bulky.
Getting the inner shell on was tight. Damn tight, but it went on.
I run defenders on all my phones. This is the best one as far as form and fashion that I've owned.
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Pictures?
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Pictures?
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My thoughts exactly.
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nealwheels said:
Picked my Defender up today. Overall it looks really good. Unlike my Note 2 Defender case, the note 3 defender doesn't seem to be as bulky.
Getting the inner shell on was tight. Damn tight, but it went on.
I run defenders on all my phones. This is the best one as far as form and fashion that I've owned.
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Tight is not good..it can cause scratch to body inside..:sly:
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Anybody know if this will work with the samsung wireless charging back? The phone is just a tiny bit thicker with it on.
Anyone have pictures and care to make a review?
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Does anyone know if a Tempered glass screen protector can be used with the defender?
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I order one of these. Waiting to get it. Seems like a quality item. Any thoughts?
Rearth Samsung At&t Galaxy Note SGH-i717 Screen Protector [Ultimate Clear PLUS]
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=280822781835&index=1&nav=WON&nid=52910726422&trxId=806346590018
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I also ordered the Rearth screen protector from Amazon. I received it today and installed it on my note. Its incredibly clear. The install was super easy and the fit is great. So far Im really enjoying it.
I bought the slim case today looks like the kit comes with the screen protector, I wonder how well the screen protector will do with the S pen. http://www.rearthusa.com/galaxy_note_slim.html
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I also ordered the Rearth screen protector from Amazon. I received it today and installed it on my note. Its incredibly clear. The install was super easy and the fit is great. So far Im really enjoying it.
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any bubbles? mine will be here tomorrow!
Not a single bubble. It's very nice. It also seems to not collect oil from your hands either.
I got it and I would say it's a perfect fit. To be bubble free depends on your experience applying it. It is no different however from the $3 for 5 pack dry application protectors you find on ebay (rearth comes with 2). I wouldn't have bought it if it wasn't for amazon free 2 day shipping. I don't want to wait 3 weeks for a hongkong seller to mail it.
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I had one come with my case. It was descent but I didn't like the feel. I play a lot of "slidy" games and most screen protectors just feel to tacky.
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I had one come with my case. It was descent but I didn't like the feel. I play a lot of "slidy" games and most screen protectors just feel to tacky.
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How do you like the case?
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I got it and I would say it's a perfect fit. To be bubble free depends on your experience applying it. It is no different however from the $3 for 5 pack dry application protectors you find on ebay (rearth comes with 2). I wouldn't have bought it if it wasn't for amazon free 2 day shipping. I don't want to wait 3 weeks for a hongkong seller to mail it.
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Its not coming from outside the US. Its coming from cali.
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How do you like the case?
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I got the Ringke Slim. I really like the in-hand feel. Gives the Note just the right "oomph" without adding a ton of bulk.
Keep in mind that this is a very minimalist case -- a lot of people were caught off guard by this. The sides are largely exposed, for example.
Also, the back is not tacky like a TPU case. I added egrips.
The port covers are nice, they come with one extra of each, and they are easily removable if you dont like them. I removed the charger port cover and kept the 3.5mm cover.
FYI it's cheaper on amazon if you have Prime.... http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0074MQ1T6
Keep in mind that this is a very minimalist case -- a lot of people were caught off guard by this. The sides are largely exposed said:
Thanks for the info. That's part of the reason I ordered that one, I liked the fact that the chrome still showed.
Also found a little review on Youtube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3iZOnFex5Q
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Yup. I ordered mine thru prime. You can't beat the $3.99 overnight shipping. I'm waiting on a sd card from Amazon right now.
Just got the rearth and applied it. Perfect fit - it will extend to less than 0.5mm from the edge of the screen if you do it right.
I was hoping the oleophobic properties were better. More fingerprints and friction than I would like.
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Its not coming from outside the US. Its coming from cali.
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Yes I know I'm talking about the cheap ones on ebay.
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Just got it and my daughter installed it pretty good. Its a great fit compared to all the hongkong crap I usually use.
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I got it and I would say it's a perfect fit. To be bubble free depends on your experience applying it. It is no different however from the $3 for 5 pack dry application protectors you find on ebay (rearth comes with 2). I wouldn't have bought it if it wasn't for amazon free 2 day shipping. I don't want to wait 3 weeks for a hongkong seller to mail it.
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I too bought the Rearth from Amazon at http://www.amazon.com/Rearth-Samsun...Q1T6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1330046814&sr=8-1
I just applied my screen protector tonight. Got it on the first try. I've installed 10-20 screen protectors before so I have experience.
I bought the Zagg a couple days ago at best Buy and totally screwed it up! What a waste of $22. Never buying Zagg again. Plus, the Zagg screen protector feels a little "sticky" not as smooth as the Rearth.
The Rearth is almost like it's not there. We'll see if it shows as many scratches as the cheap-o ones that come from Hong Kong. I too usually buy those ones for my phones, but I didn't want to wait 3 weeks. There was no U.S. sellers. I figured spending $12 now with free 2 shipping is better than taking a chance at scuffing up the screen before I got the screen protectors from eBay.
I purchased the Slim case from Rearth for my Note also.
I've had three Rearth cases now and also have the vecro keyboard cover for my macbook.
I absolutely love their products. Exactly what they say they are.
The screen protector works, looks, and feels great imo.
Easy to install, crystal clear, perfect fit. I love it.
I like the screen protector. Fits perfect and is clear so much so that I don't even know its on
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They scratch super easy compared to sgp screen protectors. Mine got scratched the first time I used my spen
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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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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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Ballistic sent my confirmation email today that their ballistic cases are now shipping! I went with the black and white variant of their Maxx series.
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That case sucks, had it on my note 2. Over time the rubber skin stretches and fits very loose just like the otterbox defenders.
Stay away from this one.
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I had the regular ballistic case as well but I sold it because I wanted a holster case. I sold it to a friend who still uses it and has no issues. I actually have two otterbox defender cases for my old note 2 and no stretching what so ever. Still a pain in the but to take on and off. This is the first maxx design to be offered, my wife has one on her S3 and if you use it with the screen protector as it's supposed to be, It will keep its shape. Sorry you had such bad luck.
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Thread for this topic already started view it here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2498225
They are out of stock again.
They are out of stock again.
I am looking for a good bumper for the phone. It's an amazing phone and I will not like to cover it all the way.
Let me know if there are any suggestions for the bumpers for this beauty
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Any feedback on the thinkness of this case ?
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vikramdhani said:
Any feedback on the thinkness of this case ?
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I have the Poetic bumper, basically the same thing.
Works great, fits great, all the cutouts line up.
Even fits with the Samsung wireless charging back.
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I have the Poetic bumper, basically the same thing.
Works great, fits great, all the cutouts line up.
Even fits with the Samsung wireless charging back.
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I did not even see a poetic bumper can you share the link please
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I did not even see a poetic bumper can you share the link please
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Seach this on Amazon "Poetic Note 3 Bumper"
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Any feedback on the thinkness of this case ?
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I have this case and it really does not add a lot of bulk to the phone.
I would say around half the thickness of the Spen on its slimmer side, if that makes sense.
Protects the phone really well though, since it has 2 material composition.
I have dropped my phone from my face height several times (talking while holding multiple other stuff on both hands) but case looks fine besides a few surface scratches.
Thickness is about 7/16 (.4375) or 11mm.
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I have this case and it really does not add a lot of bulk to the phone.
I would say around half the thickness of the Spen on its slimmer side, if that makes sense.
Protects the phone really well though, since it has 2 material composition.
I have dropped my phone from my face height several times (talking while holding multiple other stuff on both hands) but case looks fine besides a few surface scratches.
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Awesome I have ordered one and will update once I get it in mail from amazon in 2 days
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I have the Poetic Borderline Bumper
It's PERFECT and only
$4.96 w/shipping
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FHG8ALS/ref=pd_aw_sims_4?pi=SS115
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I have the Poetic Borderline Bumper
It's PERFECT and only
$4.96 w/shipping
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FHG8ALS/ref=pd_aw_sims_4?pi=SS115
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I wonder if this is fake because its been sold by some other company for a penny and not poetic themselves
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I wonder if this is fake because its been sold by some other company for a penny and not poetic themselves
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I highly doubt they're fake. Smart Shop has almost one hundred thousand ratings and 94% of those ratings are positive. I've also read here on XDA about many people ordering the bumper when it's $0.01 and haven't seen anything about them being fake.
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I highly doubt they're fake. Smart Shop has almost one hundred thousand ratings and 94% of those ratings are positive. I've also read here on XDA about many people ordering the bumper when it's $0.01 and haven't seen anything about them being fake.
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Oh nice its good to know about the seller
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I got the bumper right now and first impressions are pretty positive but I was still looking for a slimmer bumper that will add even less weight or bulk to the phone. I will use it for a couple of days before posted a update to this thread about the bumper. In the mean time if you have any questions then feel free to ask
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I hope Zenus bring out in near feature the Walnutt bumper for the Note3. The Zenus Walnutt bumper was the best back in time for the SIII.
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I hope Zenus bring out in near feature the Walnutt bumper for the Note3. The Zenus Walnutt bumper was the best back in time for the SIII.
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Do you have a link where I can check it out ?
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Go to zenuscase.net and loik fir the note 2 walnutt bumper i cannot post links cause im a new user but after 10 posts this will be possible
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Go to zenuscase.net and loik fir the note 2 walnutt bumper i cannot post links cause im a new user but after 10 posts this will be possible
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Thanks I will check it out
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I wonder if this is fake because its been sold by some other company for a penny and not poetic themselves
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"Fake?" Poetic is just branding a generic case from the same Chinese supplier as the Bear Motion bumper ring case.
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Go to zenuscase.net and loik fir the note 2 walnutt bumper i cannot post links cause im a new user but after 10 posts this will be possible
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Just looked at the bumper they have on their site and it looks very similar to the Poetic and Bear Motion, doesn't seem slimmer and its 2/3 times the price. Looks good though, but not for 24 dollars.
Jfree3000 said:
Just looked at the bumper they have on their site and it looks very similar to the Poetic and Bear Motion, doesn't seem slimmer and its 2/3 times the price. Looks good though, but not for 24 dollars.
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Doesn't look all that similar to me. My main concern is that it might have a transparent shell based on that watermark logo in the pics. That would prevent me from using it with my slightly thicker official Samsung wireless charge cover battery door. The Bear Motion / Poetic case fits fine but I hate the squishy power button. They don't show any pics without a phone so I can't tell if there is a shell or not. With a shell it wouldn't technically be a bumper, but Love Mei is guilty of that error too.
Anyone have any experience with these? There is a 60% off code ENDOFTHE2013 so I'm wondering if anyone has had experience with these. Link-
http://www.skinomi.com/sk13209-samsung-galaxy-note-iii-brushed-steel-skin-protector.html
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Skinomis are really good, I recommend them if youre looking for protectors
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Anyone have any experience with these? There is a 60% off code ENDOFTHE2013 so I'm wondering if anyone has had experience with these. Link-
http://www.skinomi.com/sk13209-samsung-galaxy-note-iii-brushed-steel-skin-protector.html
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Thanks for the code looks like I'll be getting me and the wife some things!
Thanks for the info. Do you have any experience with the ones for the note 3? It looks like the protectors wrap around the sides. I just wanted to confirm and see some pictures if possible
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Skinomis are really good, I recommend them if youre looking for protectors
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For note 3, sorry I don't. Had them for my older phones though
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I bought a full body kit for my note 3. I only used the back part since only bumpers fit with the s charging cover. No regrets. Can't comment on side protection and don't really recommend the screen protector because I prefer dry protectors.
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I bought a full body kit for my note 3. I only used the back part since only bumpers fit with the s charging cover. No regrets. Can't comment on side protection and don't really recommend the screen protector because I prefer dry protectors.
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Is the back part provide any grip?
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Yes. About the same grippyness as the back itself just different material. And a bear motion bumper. Still haven't dropped my phone.
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I don't like skinomi protectors on anything with a pen input. It just doesn't slide well. Back protection, sure. Sides, sure. Screen? No way.
The only one I did like with the pen input was the HTC view and that had a different stylus.
I've had skinomi for my note 10, note 8, and a bunch of phones. They work well on the phones (S4, s3, droid razr etc) but with the s-pen it felt terrible. Constantly dragging and digging into the skin. Just not an enjoyable experience.
When I initially installed the protector on my note 10, I gave it two days to settle before using it, and it wasn't enough. I had to leave the thing sit for over a week before it was acceptable and that's not something I have the luxury of doing with my phones. I had even contacted customer support and they were the ones to suggest letting it sit for at least a week before using.
I could assume it was just the amount of solution used, but I've used skinomi products enough to know what I'm doing and I won't waste my time using them for anything with pen input now.
I bought 2 of the skinomi clear ones during the sale. Thanks for the fyi. I just installed the sides and the back one for the camera and use a tempered glass for the front. So far I like it and it gives the phone better side grip. Although I probably wouldn't have bought it if it was regular price however. It would be nice if they just sold the sides and the camera one separately.
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http://youtu.be/TeStBNHqCZA
I posted a video on it. Good coverage