Hey guys, I painfully bought a Tmobile Note 3 off a local cell phone store for 660 (New but without the extra nibs). I do have a little bit of buyers remorse in terms of the price cause it seems people are selling their used ones for $580. After haggling with Squaretrade, I got a 2 year accident portection for 97 bucks but I'd have to pay a 75 dollar deductable should I need to file a claim.
I was wondering if I could bypass insurance by getting an Otterbox? Have any of you used it with your Note 3 and how protective is it? Or are there better alternatives to insurance and Otterbox?
The guy says the phone has been unused and that insurance should work with Samsung but that it might be weird since I am using the phone on MetroPCS instead of Tmobile...Is there any truth to this?
The guy gave a case which I am using similar to this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/EXO-STRETCH...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item19e207cdbd
except for a Note 3 phone
edo101 said:
Hey guys, I painfully bought a Tmobile Note 3 off a local cell phone store for 660 (New but without the extra nibs). I do have a little bit of buyers remorse in terms of the price cause it seems people are selling their used ones for $580. After haggling with Squaretrade, I got a 2 year accident portection for 97 bucks but I'd have to pay a 75 dollar deductable should I need to file a claim.
I was wondering if I could bypass insurance by getting an Otterbox? Have any of you used it with your Note 3 and how protective is it? Or are there better alternatives to insurance and Otterbox?
The guy says the phone has been unused and that insurance should work with Samsung but that it might be weird since I am using the phone on MetroPCS instead of Tmobile...Is there any truth to this?
The guy gave a case which I am using similar to this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/EXO-STRETCH...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item19e207cdbd
except for a Note 3 phone
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I had an otter in a gs3 and it fell from a second story broke the case no damage to the phone.case cracked but the fell inside did work and no damage to phone. For another otter than a gs4 now note 3 . This time I want with a spigen case and just practice smart phone handling. It's a good case.
fredrock123 said:
I had an otter in a gs3 and it fell from a second story broke the case no damage to the phone.case cracked but the fell inside did work and no damage to phone. For another otter than a gs4 now note 3 . This time I want with a spigen case and just practice smart phone handling. It's a good case.
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So you're saying that it would be better to get a Spigen? And no need for insurance?
I hear good things about otterbox in terms of drop protection like the previous post mentioned. Spigen has the slim armor and slim armor view that have decent protection and seidio should be coming out with their obex if waterproof is something you are looking for.
I wouldn't shell out 170 for insurance that might be needed. Better spent on a tough case and protection for your phone. Just try your best to handle it like the 600 dollar device it is.
The case you linked seems to have lots of cushion material too. Tacking on extra accessories is also increasing the price you pay for that phone.
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For max protection get the Trident Kraken or Otterbox defender. Keep in mind that there are those random freak accidents that no case will protect you from. Insurance gives you peace of mind and the deductible is way cheaper than buying a new one out of pocket.
With that said, I have no insurance. I paid $350 for my Note 3. I have a Tempered Glass screen protector, 2 UAG cases and a Trident Cyclops.
I've got the Trident Kraken and insurance from a company called Ensquared. It covers everything other than intentional damage.
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I have both the case and insurance I'm paranoid I have the zero lemon 10000 mah battery case and a slim armor and slim armor view I'm not a fan of the bulk of otterbox without the functionality so I opted for the zero lemon but all in all I suggest to go ahead and shoot for the otterbox it's good protection from most things besides freak accidents also samsung doesn't have insurance if you crack your phone or have issues with the the device that are not deemed manufacturer error then samsung will not replace it
^^ +1, I'm paranoid too. I have the Otterbox plus insurance. I paid full retail and can't afford to replace the phone at full cost anytime soon.
mexiking713 said:
For max protection get the Trident Kraken or Otterbox defender. Keep in mind that there are those random freak accidents that no case will protect you from. Insurance gives you peace of mind and the deductible is way cheaper than buying a new one out of pocket.
With that said, I have no insurance. I paid $350 for my Note 3. I have a Tempered Glass screen protector, 2 UAG cases and a Trident Cyclops.
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How did you manage 350?
From the thread it looks like the consensus is to keep insurance and get the Otterbox? I do like the look of that slim hard case that has the little window for S view. How tough is that guy? Does the Otterbox or Trident allow easy access to the s-pen. Thats one thing I don't like about the case I have. Most times if I need it in and out like the at the gym, I just leave the pen outside
PS: Anyone know how long those nibs last/when it looks like you need to replace them?
I have looked at deals and started hearing horror stories from people buying their Note 3 somewhere else and I think I'll just let the AWESOMENESS of this phone help me forget the pain of shelling 665 for it
If you lose it or have it stolen, what use is your case then?
Ocrs55 said:
I've got the Trident Kraken and insurance from a company called Ensquared. It covers everything other than intentional damage.
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You mean rooting? How much is the insurance and does it cover Cracks and water damage?
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If you lose it or have it stolen, what use is your case then?
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Oh my insurance doesn't cover theft It covers everything but theft lol. So it's got me curious. I can cancel it within 30 days if I find better options.
edo101 said:
Oh my insurance doesn't cover theft It covers everything but theft lol. So it's got me curious. I can cancel it within 30 days if I find better options.
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If it doesn't cover theft or loss, I'd find one that does - keep insurance and just buy an S-View or something. You've probably got more chance of losing it or having it stole than actually breaking it in all honesty.
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If it doesn't cover theft or loss, I'd find one that does - keep insurance and just buy an S-View or something. You've probably got more chance of losing it or having it stole than actually breaking it in all honesty.
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Sounds like a plan. Do you use any insurance?
Unrelated: are there stable ROMS that you can flash the Tombile Note 3 to that won't trip Knox. I hate this thing and that Lookout Mobile Security thing...Aren't they the same. If not I would at least like to remove the Lookout thing.
edo101 said:
Sounds like a plan. Do you use any insurance?
Unrelated: are there stable ROMS that you can flash the Tombile Note 3 to that won't trip Knox. I hate this thing and that Lookout Mobile Security thing...Aren't they the same. If not I would at least like to remove the Lookout thing.
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Yep insured here courtesy of the Bank for everything (i bought my device out right for £630) not taking any risks lol , and an S-View cover, it's sturdy enough IMO.
You won't be able to flash anything but Stock ROMs without annoying KNOX, not sure if Safestrap works, you could have a read up on it and see though, might work on T-Mo ROMs
Invest in a good case find an insurance that covers theft and loss
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Yep insured here courtesy of the Bank for everything (i bought my device out right for £630) not taking any risks lol , and an S-View cover, it's sturdy enough IMO.
You won't be able to flash anything but Stock ROMs without annoying KNOX, not sure if Safestrap works, you could have a read up on it and see though, might work on T-Mo ROMs
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Stock ROMS? You mean like original Tmobile ROMS with all the bloatware? Lol, its a big tradeoff...Jesus Samsung, make a device thats like designed to be Flashed and decide to flip is off with KNOX
edo101 said:
Stock ROMS? You mean like original Tmobile ROMS with all the bloatware? Lol, its a big tradeoff...Jesus Samsung, make a device thats like designed to be Flashed and decide to flip is off with KNOX
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Yup, unless KK is available for T-Mo unbranded (boot loader issues maybe, would need to read and see)
Get a pair of balls. Not gonna use any of these ridiculous cases that turn my phone into a unusable brick. Not gonna buy any insurance that is not required by law. It's a thing. I enjoy it while it lasts.
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You mean rooting? How much is the insurance and does it cover Cracks and water damage?
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$99.00 for 2 years, cracks and water damage and theft/loss included. 75.00 deductible. Intentional damage means doing drop or hammer tests.
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Has anybody tried these out yet? Just saw them on eBay today.
OtterBox Knock Offs
Their feedback is pretty good, but they haven't been selling these particular cases for very long. So, I'm guessing nobody that bought one has reviewed it yet.
Whatcha think?
Been thinking about one of these as a backup. @ 20 bucks might just go for it.
I like the Defender so much because of the camera protection. This knock-off leaves the camera area exposed, offering them no protection...Guess it all depends on your wants/needs, but this case also just has a cheap look to me..specifically the button/hole covers
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Been thinking about one of these as a backup. @ 20 bucks might just go for it.
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You can get a defender case for only 12 dollars more on amazon.
Just received mine today. I think I paid 36 all together with shipping.
As long as it not otterbox, then yes.
Otterbox wants you to setup a crime scene before you can return a defective unit.
They don't have any integrity about standing by their product.
kthejoker20 said:
As long as it not otterbox, then yes.
Otterbox wants you to setup a crime scene before you can return a defective unit.
They don't have any integrity about standing by their product.
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Quite the opposite actually. 95% of people who call in don't have to do anything to get replacement, myself included. I called them, explained the issue, he asked for my email address and mailing address then told me i would receive it in about a week, didn't have to do ANY thing. Plus get to keep the old one for a backup, nice!! Bet customer service anywhere!!
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kthejoker20 said:
As long as it not otterbox, then yes.
Otterbox wants you to setup a crime scene before you can return a defective unit.
They don't have any integrity about standing by their product.
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I pretty much guarantee you will get better customer support from otterbox than you will this knock off company.
I got an otterbox defender for my OG evo as soon as they became available. 3x I had to have it replaced (for minor issues) and 3x they sent me replacements with little to no trouble. I had to take a picture of the damage the first time.
Btw the replacements were for 1 the kickstand snapped in half and the other 2 were related to the holster cracking. (I was very hard on the holster, always bumping it into walls/doors lol)
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Kornsaq said:
You can get a defender case for only 12 dollars more on amazon.
Just received mine today. I think I paid 36 all together with shipping.
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I went ahead and got one full price 49.99 right after i bought my Evo. Could have waited---- but whatever.
I think this would be a good cheap alternative mainly due to the exposed buttons. The defender works as advertised but i might want a lower profile, easier access, less tapedeck looking case.
Ive had one problem with the defender. watch were you sit. The belt clip has a weak point and it will break if you hit it in the right spot.
Edit: On second thought- there is no way to make the Evo 3d not look like a a Walkman
I woul probably like the knokoff more if all buttons/ ports were exposed.
MMMM, Nom Nom Nom
I ordered the Defender. Got a discount from Retailmenot.com and really like it. Ditched the crappy built in screen protector and grabbed a zagg also got the discount for that at retailmenot.com.
I am suppose to be getting my otterbox in the mail tomorrow from fedex. I love the camera protection it offers. And the best thing is I got it for free, haha through best buy accommodations.
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In case people didn't know about this, here you go guys:
source - http://www.tmonews.com/2012/02/tmob...-on-facebook-offers-30-off-any-one-accessory/
click on the attachment.
Thanks, I'm horrible about buying cheap accessories from hong kong and putting up with waiting for weeks... but maybe I'll go find something to help the carrier I love to hate.
Same here. Well i just ordered a red Amzer TPU case from ebay, and when i got it the case was in hot pink...not red lol.
so we just print out the picture?
Derp should have actually read the page. I think I may try and pick up the desktop dock.
adamboyd83 said:
so we just print out the picture?
Derp should have actually read the page. I think I may try and pick up the desktop dock.
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That or you can download the picture to your phone and just show it to the sales person when you're ready to pay. They'll just scan it off your phone.
i just got this case yesterday for only $20 http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/AddOns...4e39-b18d-e091488f1786&inCart=True&catCode=21
Loving it so far. Very sturdy and robust feel.
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That or you can download the picture to your phone and just show it to the sales person when you're ready to pay. They'll just scan it off your phone.
i just got this case yesterday for only $20 http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/AddOns...4e39-b18d-e091488f1786&inCart=True&catCode=21
Loving it so far. Very sturdy and robust feel.
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i bought that case when i first got my amaze, i dont use it anymore. I found it damaged my phone (more specific, the raised edge around the glass is chipped). Granted i have 3 batteries so taking it on and off, which is a PIA with this case, probably didnt help at all, but now it just sits there collecting dust. just my $0.02
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i bought that case when i first got my amaze, i dont use it anymore. I found it damaged my phone (more specific, the raised edge around the glass is chipped). Granted i have 3 batteries so taking it on and off, which is a PIA with this case, probably didnt help at all, but now it just sits there collecting dust. just my $0.02
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Oic...not sure if you got a bad one or if they have made new ones since, cos mine doesn't even touch the glass part.
edyts said:
i bought that case when i first got my amaze, i dont use it anymore. I found it damaged my phone (more specific, the raised edge around the glass is chipped). Granted i have 3 batteries so taking it on and off, which is a PIA with this case, probably didnt help at all, but now it just sits there collecting dust. just my $0.02
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I know how you feel man, I really dont recommend this case at all.
Thanks for this post, I would have never known about this if not for you... You Da Man
I tried the D30 dual protection case with the coupon, didn't like how it didn't wrap around the phone case and rise above the glass, so took it back and got their "band" cover with clear back cover. The US stores also have a "buy 2 get 1 free" offer for accessories for a few weeks. Some stores may notice that this coupon cannot be combined with any other promotion, but the girl who sold me the first cover last week didn't bother to check that ... whoops, I missed that opportunity, could've got a $35 accessory for 30% off, then another, and gotten some earbuds or something free. D'oh!
Touch screen works, screen behind glass is fine, but running your finger over the screen feels like it could cut your finger. Anyone know what 'piece' needs to be replaced? Is it the digitizer?
http://i.imgur.com/y3DAy.jpg
I found this site:
http://www.durapowerglobal.com/HTC-...Installation-Adhesive-Replacement_p_4943.html
Talked to the chat and they said they will have them in stock on Thursday, but I can't find any replacement guides online, only a tear down guide...
by the time you buy it and ship and replace it. you might as well do a insurance claim.
kaos420 said:
by the time you buy it and ship and replace it. you might as well do a insurance claim.
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I don't have insurance. I never get the insurance. They are one of the worst investments you can make. Sprints is especially ridiculous with the $150 deductible.
How often have you used yours? Now take the money you've paid and save it instead. See how much you are in the positive even if you had to repair your phone a few times yourself or at a shop?
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I don't have insurance. I never get the insurance. They are one of the worst investments you can make. Sprints is especially ridiculous with the $150 deductible.
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LOL, it's kind of designed for situations like this.
Nothing happens when you have it.
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I don't have insurance. I never get the insurance. They are one of the worst investments you can make. Sprints is especially ridiculous with the $150 deductible.
How often have you used yours? Now take the money you've paid and save it instead. See how much you are in the positive even if you had to repair your phone a few times yourself or at a shop?
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um never paid 150 always 100. and ya i have used is a few time. i broke my screen on 3D in subay. insurance. my wife broke hers twice insurance. so ya it comes in hand. i'd either get insurance or a new wife lol
With the LTEVO its up to 150
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Should of went with gocare.com. You actually still can but will have to wait a month and will still paying $99 for 2 years of coverage & $50 deductible.
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Just sell yours on Ebay and with that money, buy a open box one on ebay. I've seen a few sell for $320.
Did... did you strike her?
shook187 said:
Just sell yours on Ebay and with that money, buy a open box one on ebay. I've seen a few sell for $320.
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Please clarify... Sell hers on ebay, yet buy another on ebay?
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Touch screen works, screen behind glass is fine, but running your finger over the screen feels like it could cut your finger. Anyone know what 'piece' needs to be replaced? Is it the digitizer?
http://i.imgur.com/y3DAy.jpg
I found this site:
http://www.durapowerglobal.com/HTC-...Installation-Adhesive-Replacement_p_4943.html
Talked to the chat and they said they will have them in stock on Thursday, but I can't find any replacement guides online, only a tear down guide...
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Hell i feel bad just looking at that poor poor lte, i say next one she gets otter box
Sent From My Sweet Ass EVO LTE
dased14 said:
Hell i feel bad just looking at that poor poor lte, i say next one she gets otter box
Sent From My Sweet Ass EVO LTE
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She was thinking of getting an otterbox for this one until we can get it fixed, does an otterbox have any piece that goes over the screen?
Yes the Otterbox Defender as well as the Commuter comes with a screen guard built in. Did she have any kind of protection on the phone at all? A screen protector, a case of any kind?
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Yes the Otterbox Defender comes with a screen guard built in. Did she have any kind of protection on the phone at all? A screen protector, a case of any kind?
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Yes, she had a TPU case. Same cases we used with our EVOs and dropped many times without any issues...
And just curious how big was the drop, I've been using TPU cases on mine but will sell those and stick with the Otterbox full time instead of just when I'm around a bunch of kids if the drop was less then 4 foot.
I'd say it was right around 3.5 - 4 ft...
really 150$!!! i thought it was 100$$ cause when i lost my og evo they sent me the evo 3d and it was 100$
Pay with a credit card? Check with them, most card providers offer 90 accidental coverage.
Guess it's time to get rid of my TPU cases and stick with the Otterbox.
Will sprint replace the glass? When I had my evo (about a year old at the time), they replaced the glass in the store for only $30, might be worth asking.
I finally talked a co-worker into buying a real phone, he went all out and got a Note 3. He ordered a blue Otterbox Defender and I cringed because I had read more than a few negative comments about it, never mind the fact that it was going to turn an already monstrous phone into something comical in girth and usability.
Well, I couldn't have been more wrong. I was downright shocked at how svelte the case was, and it is awesome in every way that counts. It looks good, it feels good, the buttons work perfectly, and it is some nice soft protection on the corners. I was dropping it onto a table onto a corner from about six inches up and it was just a very nice 'boing' when it hit (my co-worker did not share my enthusiasm for this part of the testing). Probably the most amazing thing of all is that it really feels good to use the screen. Yes, if you scrutinize you could see a faint rainbow effect under the wrong lights (like a lot of florescents), but it felt great. The screen cover on my iphone 4 otterbox was a joke, it ruined the feeling of the phone.
I don't even run with a case (I use Gelaskins, which are even more ridiculously slippery than my Note 2 already is), but if I jump ship to a Note 3 I would buy an Otterbox Defender in a heartbeat. I was downright amazed at how good it felt and looked.
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I finally talked a co-worker into buying a real phone. The screen cover on my iPhone 4...
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Wait, you're saying that you talked them into buying a real phone, AND then that you had/have an iPhone 4, IN THE SAME STORY!?!? Fortunately you mention having a Note 2 now! Was this co-worker the one who talked you into buying a real phone? Lol
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The screen cover on my iphone 4 otterbox was a joke, it ruined the feeling of the phone.
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So you expected a quality screen cover for a phone that was a joke?? Your statement confuses me
SwiftKey'ed from my White Sprint Note 3 via XDA Premium
FYI if people wanted a link to it. I'm content with the S-view and I have insurance on my phone so if I break it, $50 for a new one. It's cool.
http://www.amazon.com/OtterBox-Defe...8&qid=1389584061&sr=8-52&keywords=note+3+case
Deekayy said:
FYI if people wanted a link to it. I'm content with the S-view and I have insurance on my phone so if I break it, $50 for a new one. It's cool.
http://www.amazon.com/OtterBox-Defe...8&qid=1389584061&sr=8-52&keywords=note+3+case
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50? What kind of sorcery is this? I have ro pay 175.
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Otter box and Svelte do not go together.
flipq88 said:
50? What kind of sorcery is this? I have ro pay 175.
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I'm on Verizon and I pay $9.99/month with a $100 deductible that covers virtually everything...malfunction/defect, damage, loss, or theft. I've been a Verizon customer for 12+ years now. Never have had any real issues with them concerning insurance claims, etc. We've had to file a few different claims over all these years and haven't really had any problems out of the whole "process" thus far. I remain satisfied and content, even if Verizon IS one of the last carriers to push out official OTA updates. Oh well, there's more to choosing a carrier than just how fast they get OTA updates to their customers. Yea, it's probably nice to get em a lot quicker like some other carriers are able to do, but I'm usually not too concerned about all that, so I'm still a happy camper either way.
just buy one
i buy the middle price ,use very nice and look like original,save money
I have this case and the design is much slimmer than the my note 2 Otterbox defender case!
It's not thick at all so Otterbox and svelte actually goes together in this case (no pun intended).....:thumbup:
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I use an Otterbox commuter and it is surprisingly svelte compared to the amount of protection it affords. Otterbox really improved things a lot since the Note 2. The previous generation of cases were write awful.
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I love my Black Otterbox Case w/clip.....I always take the screen protector off and scratch off the glue it uses to hold in place. The phone is of course bigger with this case but not as big as the Note 2 case was.
Very happy with the purchase. It has probably saved my phone a couple of times due to dropping.
This case really protects it. Even without the thick screen protector.
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I use an Otterbox commuter and it is surprisingly svelte compared to the amount of protection it affords. Otterbox really improved things a lot since the Note 2. The previous generation of cases were write awful.
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Really? how so? I had a white commuter on my Note 2 and I thought it was a great case all around other then I was unhappy when the soft material started to bow outwards from the case and it looked kinda stupid but I now have a Note 3 and I didn't want the bulk of the commuter case like I had with my Note 2 and so i'm trying out Spigen cases instead.
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Really? how so? I had a white commuter on my Note 2 and I thought it was a great case all around other then I was unhappy when the soft material started to bow outwards from the case and it looked kinda stupid but I now have a Note 3 and I didn't want the bulk of the commuter case like I had with my Note 2 and so i'm trying out Spigen cases instead.
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I didn't like the ribs on the back. Wasn't to my taste at all.
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I didn't like the ribs on the back. Wasn't to my taste at all.
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Ribs on Note 2 case or Note 3?
Edit: Oh yeah, those. Never bothered me personally. I was just wanting something slicker then the bulky commuter but these spigen cases feel so flimsy and non protective compared to the otterbox's now. I think i've spent well over $100 at Amazon trying out cases this week, thank God for free amazon prime trial for included 2 day shipping.
Has anyone had any experience with any of the following insurance/warranty companies: Worth Ave Group, Upsie, Square Trade? When it's time to make a claim, do they honor their policies? I don't trust any of the reviews I can find, positive or negative. Worth Ave is compelling because they claim to offer loss/theft protection, the others do not. I've never lost a phone and I know that stealing phones these days doesn't result in a payoff for the thief, but thieves probably don't know that. It'd be nice to be protected just in case. I'm feeling vulnerable, not yet protected by a tempered glass screen protector or Samsung Premium Care, lol!
Sorry I've always used Assurant
Square trade has been awesome...next day replacement in some cases
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Square trade has been awesome...next day replacement in some cases
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Thank you, I'll look into cost comparisons between them and Samsung.