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Would you buy the Tuff-Luv Saddleback leather folio style case for your TFP + Dock if it came in black leather?
This case, but in black:
http://tuff-luv.com/saddleback-leat...-for-transformer-prime-tf201tablet-brown.html
I'd buy it if it weren't $130 and if it would fit better than the $20 one I have from Poetic, but it won't.
It definatley has much nicer materials, but it looks like it will suffer the same issue most Tablet/Keyboard cases do, which is that it won't close smoothly without putting strain on the hinge.
I have the Leather version of the Tuff-Luv case and didn't notice any of the issues you mention. Mind you I haven't used the Keyboard very often. Will test again this weekend and report.
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I'd buy it if it weren't $130 and if it would fit better than the $20 one I have from Poetic, but it won't.
It definatley has much nicer materials, but it looks like it will suffer the same issue most Tablet/Keyboard cases do, which is that it won't close smoothly without putting strain on the hinge.
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Quickly looking over the photos of the Poetic case from Amazon I have noticed a few design differences from the Tuff-Luff one.
Should have a option in poll
How Much ? ... You must be Joking I would not pay that for a case
Then that would be my vote
Leather cases for modern electronics make your modern electronics look like they came from 1994. I would not pay ~$150 in order to make my device look like it came from 1994.
almightywhacko said:
Leather cases for modern electronics make your modern electronics look like they came from 1994. I would not pay ~$150 in order to make my device look like it came from 1994.
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Holy crap your'e right, I should stop using a leather padfollio at my executive board meetings and just slap some monster energy drink decals on my tablet.
Really nice looking case, would actually consider a black one if it weren't for that price point, I mean whoa!
micaman said:
Holy crap your'e right, I should stop using a leather padfollio at my executive board meetings and just slap some monster energy drink decals on my tablet.
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Now you're talking!
But seriously a case made of more modern materials made to look like it is made out of modern materials can be just as refined and professional looking or more than a leather case. It doesn't have to be pink or green or anything, it just needs to be light weight, sturdy and thin.
And it would be nice if it cost less than a hundred bones as well.
I know people hate comparisons to the iPad, but there are many really sleek case options for the iPad that look and feel modern and fit very well into the boardroom and I see them all the time at my own corporate meetings.
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I know people hate comparisons to the iPad, but there are many really sleek case options for the iPad that look and feel modern and fit very well into the boardroom and I see them all the time at my own corporate meetings.
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I do agree with what you're saying (as well as what others have said about the price point) however, the fact that the transformer prime is just one of a multitude of non-iPad tablets means that there won't be many case makers with a large selection of options for it. That being said, I'd have to say that as far as tri-fold folio cases go Tuff-luv does make one of the nicer ones IMO.
There's also the case made by Noreve http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Asus_Eee_Pad_Transformer_Prime_TF201_Tradition_B_leather_case.html which is nice, but again the price point is way up there (I suppose you're paying for a custom order on a limited production item as well as the brand) and it seems to me to be more of a unified cover for the tablet + dock as opposed to being dock detachable like the one provided by Tuff-luv.
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.
HDCowboy said:
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.
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dont these aluminum cases affect your phone reception?
the sweet armor looks really nice, but 70 bucks is outrageous
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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.
I recently picked up a LG G3 Slim Guard case and I wanted to share my thoughts and a few photos with my fellow XDA members, as I honestly believe this is one of, if not THE best case I have ever owned.
Let me start by saying that I have a very love/hate relationship when it comes to cases on my devices. While I am always striving to keep my phone in pristine condition, making some form of protection a near-necessity, nothing bothers me more than having to cover up the natural look of a beautifully engineered device. This is especially true with my G3 given that it is arguably LG's first smartphone to truly show the company's design language coming into its own. It wasn't until I stumbled upon the OEM Slim Guard case where I felt I was truly getting both added protection without sacrificing aesthetics.
A truly ingenious design choice is shown in the fact that this case forgoes the original back cover and instead both replaces and integrates a replacement back in the case itself. This keeps the added bulk to an extreme minimum and also maintains the original look and lines of the G3. Wisely, instead of a straight swap in exact dimensions, the substitute rear protrudes out ever so slightly to provide a bit of elevation from the camera lens. The material has also been changed to a slightly textured plastic and while I sorely miss the surprisingly great look and feel of the stock faux-metal, I appreciate the added grip and complete fingerprint resistance that the switch provides.
Further upping the ante on protection, the case seamlessly wraps a slim but substantial-feeling bumper of TPU around the edges of the device. While this style of case is nothing new, the integrated backplate design allows the G3 to maintain it's original contours and in-hand feel. Seriously, I can't stress enough how immensely better this feels compared to other TPU or hybrid case options. The bumper lines up perfectly with the edges of the screen and while I personally may have prefered a more pronounced "lip" that protrudes ever so slightly further to protect the gorgeous LCD, the minimal cutout should better accommodate a glass screen protector. As some users will attest to, a lot of other cases don't play too nicely with naturally thicker glass protectors and can cause fit issues or bubbling to occur. I recently just ordered a glass version for this exact reason and I'm assuming (and hoping) that they will complement each other very well, both with protection and looks.
LG currently does not sell the Slim Guard in the US which ultimately is the source of some of the negative aspects of this case. Because you will have to import this directly from Korea, as you can imagine it will not come cheap and interested parties should plan on spending over 50 dollars with shipping costs. Also, because it is designed for the Korean spec model, the case accommodates a non-existent TV antenna which will leave a small gap in the rear corner. Admittedly, this is a minor annoyance but undeniably present and noticeable as it breaks the otherwise clean lines. And finally, although the case advertises the addition of hardware for wireless charging, the spacing between the connectors don't seem to line up with my T-Mobile model. Just to be sure, I tried testing the functionality with my Nexus charging pad and unfortunately the wireless charging was unsuccessful. I unfortunately can’t attest to other brands of wireless charging pads because this is the only one I have access to but these initial results are obviously disconcerting. This incompatibility was probably my biggest letdown, as I was hoping to regain use of my wireless charging base since the American carriers strangely opted to exclude this feature.
In spite of these downsides, I still firmly believe that this is the best case I have ever used for any device. Clearly this is a matter of personal opinion, as you may value protection or slimness above a balance of both and the cost of admission alone may be enough to turn away many buyers. However, for anyone looking for some protection and great aesthetics with oem-quality finishing / color matching, I highly recommend splurging on this accessory.
Great review. Very well worded and thought out. I do like the overall design of the case and the idea that it replaces the back cover. I'll be living with my TPU case until these because readily available int he U.S. without the antenna cutout. (Assuming that happens)
I agree...EXCELLENT review! I am impatiently waiting for this US version case. This sounds like the perfect case for my preferences. Something extremely slim with better grip than naked along with not messing with the lines of the phone. :good::good::good:
Now if LG would just get the accessories rolling...I also need another battery and external charger.
I see 4 pins on it. Is wireless charging supported, then?
Transmission sent from my LG G3.
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I see 4 pins on it. Is wireless charging supported, then?
Transmission sent from my LG G3.
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Looks like this case is for the Korean market. The pins are slightly different for the US phone so the wireless charging would not work on a US phone. Check out this ebay link to see the differences in pin placement:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-LG-...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item25919164e2
Really hope they release a US version without the antenna cut out, that supports QI charging. And also in shine gold. That would be perfect.
I don't understand why case makers don't take this cue from LG make replacement back covers that also act as a protective case. I'm hoping this gets released stateside. I have a feeling it won't, though, because LG doesn't have the best product support history from my experience. I was looking to get either this or the Slim Hard case. At this point, I just need anything to cover the back because this is the most ridiculously slippery phone I've ever had.
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partylikeaninjastar said:
I don't understand why case makers don't take this cue from LG make replacement back covers that also act as a protective case. I'm hoping this gets released stateside. I have a feeling it won't, though, because LG doesn't have the best product support history from my experience. I was looking to get either this or the Slim Hard case. At this point, I just need anything to cover the back because this is the most ridiculously slippery phone I've ever had.
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100% agree. Integrating the back cover into the case should be a standard
Also, small update to my review. I mentioned that I ordered a glass screen protector assuming the fit would be perfect with the Slim Guard. I ordered a 0.3mm "Mobile Pioneer" brand screen protector from Amazon and it looks great. Fits perfectly flush with the edges and looks great to boot
elterible said:
I recently picked up a LG G3 Slim Guard case and I wanted to share my thoughts and a few photos with my fellow XDA members, as I honestly believe this is one of, if not THE best case I have ever owned.
Let me start by saying that I have a very love/hate relationship when it comes to cases on my devices. While I am always striving to keep my phone in pristine condition, making some form of protection a near-necessity, nothing bothers me more than having to cover up the natural look of a beautifully engineered device. This is especially true with my G3 given that it is arguably LG's first smartphone to truly show the company's design language coming into its own. It wasn't until I stumbled upon the OEM Slim Guard case where I felt I was truly getting both added protection without sacrificing aesthetics.
A truly ingenious design choice is shown in the fact that this case forgoes the original back cover and instead both replaces and integrates a replacement back in the case itself. This keeps the added bulk to an extreme minimum and also maintains the original look and lines of the G3. Wisely, instead of a straight swap in exact dimensions, the substitute rear protrudes out ever so slightly to provide a bit of elevation from the camera lens. The material has also been changed to a slightly textured plastic and while I sorely miss the surprisingly great look and feel of the stock faux-metal, I appreciate the added grip and complete fingerprint resistance that the switch provides.
Further upping the ante on protection, the case seamlessly wraps a slim but substantial-feeling bumper of TPU around the edges of the device. While this style of case is nothing new, the integrated backplate design allows the G3 to maintain it's original contours and in-hand feel. Seriously, I can't stress enough how immensely better this feels compared to other TPU or hybrid case options. The bumper lines up perfectly with the edges of the screen and while I personally may have prefered a more pronounced "lip" that protrudes ever so slightly further to protect the gorgeous LCD, the minimal cutout should better accommodate a glass screen protector. As some users will attest to, a lot of other cases don't play too nicely with naturally thicker glass protectors and can cause fit issues or bubbling to occur. I recently just ordered a glass version for this exact reason and I'm assuming (and hoping) that they will complement each other very well, both with protection and looks.
LG currently does not sell the Slim Guard in the US which ultimately is the source of some of the negative aspects of this case. Because you will have to import this directly from Korea, as you can imagine it will not come cheap and interested parties should plan on spending over 50 dollars with shipping costs. Also, because it is designed for the Korean spec model, the case accommodates a non-existent TV antenna which will leave a small gap in the rear corner. Admittedly, this is a minor annoyance but undeniably present and noticeable as it breaks the otherwise clean lines. And finally, although the case advertises the addition of hardware for wireless charging, the spacing between the connectors don't seem to line up with my T-Mobile model. Just to be sure, I tried testing the functionality with my Nexus charging pad and unfortunately the wireless charging was unsuccessful. I unfortunately can’t attest to other brands of wireless charging pads because this is the only one I have access to but these initial results are obviously disconcerting. This incompatibility was probably my biggest letdown, as I was hoping to regain use of my wireless charging base since the American carriers strangely opted to exclude this feature.
In spite of these downsides, I still firmly believe that this is the best case I have ever used for any device. Clearly this is a matter of personal opinion, as you may value protection or slimness above a balance of both and the cost of admission alone may be enough to turn away many buyers. However, for anyone looking for some protection and great aesthetics with oem-quality finishing / color matching, I highly recommend splurging on this accessory.
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It would be nifty if you could provide a link where you bought this case.
Semantics said:
It would be nifty if you could provide a link where you bought this case.
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I actually bought it on eBay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/16135601481...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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Also, because it is designed for the Korean spec model, the case accommodates a non-existent TV antenna which will leave a small gap in the rear corner. Admittedly, this is a minor annoyance but undeniably present and noticeable as it breaks the otherwise clean lines. A
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Hey elterible,
Can you take a pic of the corner with the Korean antenna hole? No big deal if you can't. Just curious what it looks like since the back is removed. I am thinking it might not look too bad with just the cutout as long as it still showed finished section below. What do you think so far? Still holding up well? I really don't need wireless charging. Thanks!
Here you go. Although annoying, I will admit the cutout hugs the lines of the phone perfectly. This includes the ridges, which is nice because it doesn't leave any gaps for dust to get in
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Here you go. Although annoying, I will admit the cutout hugs the lines of the phone perfectly. This includes the ridges, which is nice because it doesn't leave any gaps for dust to get in
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Thank you! I may give it a little longer to see if they make a US version. This doesn't look bad but it costs $48. If it were the US version I would pay quickly.
j76ms said:
Thank you! I may give it a little longer to see if they make a US version. This doesn't look bad but it costs $48. If it were the US version I would pay quickly.
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No problem.
Even now I will admit that the price tag is tough to swallow. Especially considering that, as nice as this is, it is still just a freakin case at the end of the day. However, I still stand with my decision to take the splurge. Let us know if you do the same!
Just to entice you a little more, here's one more pic with my glass screen protector installed. It looks and feels amazing! [emoji1]
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No problem.
Even now I will admit that the price tag is tough to swallow. Especially considering that, as nice as this is, it is still just a freakin case at the end of the day. However, I still stand with my decision to take the splurge. Let us know if you do the same!
Just to entice you a little more, here's one more pic with my glass screen protector installed. It looks and feels amazing! [emoji1]
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Stop the madness!!!:laugh:
I am trying my best not to purchase the Korean version yet to see if the US version will release soon. :fingers-crossed: It looks exactly like what I want! Thanks for the pics!
This is definitely the case I want. I am going to give it some time and see if LG comes out with a US version. For the time being, I got the Circle case and it has the same finish on the back and I love it. These are very high quality cases and just do so well to keep the phone's original shape and form factor.
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This is definitely the case I want. I am going to give it some time and see if LG comes out with a US version. For the time being, I got the Circle case and it has the same finish on the back and I love it. These are very high quality cases and just do so well to keep the phone's original shape and form factor.
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Mobilefun.com has the slim guard case available for preorder but the description doesn't mention wireless charging.
I think an enterprising individual could modify the Korean variant to work with the US model phone by making an adapter that moves the contacts out wider. Another option, although more expensive, would be to try to remove the circuitry from the Verizon Qi quick circle case and put it into the slim guard case. I don't know how easy that would be to do but it looks like they are really just put in there with adhesive.
This is THE case. Please let this come out for the US (especially Verizon)!
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Thank you! I may give it a little longer to see if they make a US version. This doesn't look bad but it costs $48. If it were the US version I would pay quickly.
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Don't hesitate to pay top dollar for the LG OEM cases. These cases are much much better quality than any other cases I have seen. I was hesitant with the Circle case and I paid the full $59. After a few days, I wouldn't think twice about doing it again.
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Don't hesitate to pay top dollar for the LG OEM cases. These cases are much much better quality than any other cases I have seen. I was hesitant with the Circle case and I paid the full $59. After a few days, I wouldn't think twice about doing it again.
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Yeah, I don't mind paying $50 for this case. I just want to give it a little longer to see if they will release the US version. Hopefully it will happen soon.
Just thought I'd share my experience with this case
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00MV9TPEU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Really, really good. Fits perfectly. Protects the back as well. Magnet works with screen on/off. Only bad thing is that it doesn't stand up very well, but after a bit of effort mine stands up, while being abit wobbly. Only £8 and 100% worth it.
bought it and it works beautifully, Thanks for the advice. also, after bending the separator and flexing it multiple time, the magnet seems to latch on better and now i can use the case as a stand.
great cover for the price
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bought it and it works beautifully, Thanks for the advice. also, after bending the separator and flexing it multiple time, the magnet seems to latch on better and now i can use the case as a stand.
great cover for the price
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agreed. got this one as well today, and the magnet works like a charm. for a tenner, this cover is a steal.
Received my Exact case yesterday as well and yes I will recommend this case. Good fit and works well for the price.
I bought this one but for much less 2 months ago (about € 10,-):
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00NCZ0BMM?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
Received mine this morning and even though the build quality is great and it fits brilliantly, the magnet was way to weak to hold it up when the front cover is folded. even tried flexing it a bit to loosen it up but no luck at all. went back same say and ordered an ivso one instead. shame really as i had a similar one before and the magnets were incredibly strong.
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I bought this one but for much less 2 months ago (about € 10,-):
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00NCZ0BMM?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
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How did you end up liking it? Pros/cons?
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I bought this one but for much less 2 months ago (about € 10,-):
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00NCZ0BMM?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
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How did you end up liking it? Pros/cons?
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I just bought one of these and sent it back. Made out of cardboard. I've had happy meals that had stronger boxes. Really bulky to hold when it's open too. It doesn't fold back evenly to hold onto. Skip that one. Go with the poetic case. Might be bulky but seems to be the only one I'd recommend.
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Just thought I'd share my experience with this case
Really, really good. Fits perfectly. Protects the back as well. Magnet works with screen on/off. Only bad thing is that it doesn't stand up very well, but after a bit of effort mine stands up, while being abit wobbly. Only £8 and 100% worth it.
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Just wanted to say, thanks for the suggestion. I was weary due to the fact it was only $10 and was by a company I hadn't heard of. But after receiving it, it feels great. It is one of the few cases for a device I have ever had that does not wiggle slightly. It actually is a very snug and great fit to the device. And as long as you try to bend the lid a little after getting it, it will stand up perfectly. I also love the fact that it doesn't just depend on the devices magnets to keep the lid shut. It has magnets built in to the edge of the case so that the lid has something stronger to hold on to, I used to have an iPad with a smart cover and hated how it would sometime open up on its own because the magnet was weak, but I don't see this being an issue on this case/cover
Just got an email back from them stating they are in fact making a case for the nexus 6! Yay!
I always thought those looked really cool. I'm afraid they might be kinda bulky on a phone this big, though.
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Oh **** YES!
I always wanted one of these cases for my devices, but they never seemed to support anything past Galaxy/iPhone devices. Now I know what case I will be getting for sure!
No dust covers and silly Transformers reliefs on the back that will interfere with an Aidock (and even with putting a magnetic sticker there for the airdock to adhere).
Nope : I'll pass.
noraef said:
No dust covers and silly Transformers reliefs on the back that will interfere with an Aidock (and even with putting a magnetic sticker there for the airdock to adhere).
Nope : I'll pass.
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What is the aidock?
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What is the aidock?
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The airdock is a wireless charging dock (essentially, for cars) : you lay your phone on a micro suction foam (below which is the QI coil), and it adheres to it. If your phone case is a bit rugous, the foam will not work as well, but you can just use a smooth magnetic adhesive (supplied with the dock) which'll work fine....
... provided you can lay it flat on the rear face of your case. And with such shapes on Urban Armor Gears cases, it will be a problem...
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The airdock is a wireless charging dock (essentially, for cars) : you lay your phone on a micro suction foam (below which is the QI coil), and it adheres to it. If your phone case is a bit rugous, the foam will not work as well, but you can just use a smooth magnetic adhesive (supplied with the dock) which'll work fine....
... provided you can lay it flat on the rear face of your case. And with such shapes on Urban Armor Gears cases, it will be a problem...
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Like the imagnet dock, only it charges it too? I have the imagnet right now and use the UAG case on my HTC m8 and it works just fine.
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Like the imagnet dock, only it charges it too? I have the imagnet right now and use the UAG case on my HTC m8 and it works just fine.
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Yeah, but we don't know yet wether there'll be enough metal in the right place inside the Nexus 6, so to do without a magnetic sticker ; and said sticker won't do with the back of such a case as the Urban Armor Gear one.
The Airdock also has a suction foam which makes magnets redundant (or at least, adhere better, which is always good in the car), but it requires glossy and (rather) flat plastic at the back of the case, which is another problem with this one...
Well... we'll see what comes out as accessories. I now hope Otterbox indeed really is considering a case, as neither Trident nor Ballistic seem interested, and as Spigen won't do a case with dust covers. So a Commuter is among my last hopes, so I can buy the Nexus 6... If I can't have a somewhat rugged case (without going to the last extremities), I'll have to pass on this phone, even though I'd really like to get it.
Was always interested in UAG cases. Will probably cop one for times when I'm doing an activity that may require a heavier duty case for extra safety measures.
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Have one for my GN2 and really like it. Would definitely be interested in one for the Nexus 6!
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Look what I found. Sorry that I can't post a direct link yet. You're all seasoned internet users and should know how to put that into the address bar properly
amazon com/Urban-Armor-Gear-Motorola-Nexus/dp/B00OUC85MO
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Look what I found. Sorry that I can't post a direct link yet. You're all seasoned internet users and should know how to put that into the address bar properly
amazon com/Urban-Armor-Gear-Motorola-Nexus/dp/B00OUC85MO
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39.99? That's a lot for a case in my opinion is it worth it?
Here's the link again http://www.amazon.com/Urban-Armor-Gear-Motorola-Nexus/dp/B00OUC85MO
Thanks for linking it. I never had a UAG case before so I couldn't tell you. 40 bucks is quite steep for what amounts to a piece of plastic in my opinion. I'm thinking more of a flipcase or something with a kickstand since the phone is so large. The fact that the volume and power buttons are on the same side would suggest that they intend for it to be more of a media consumption device as well.
Pilz said:
39.99? That's a lot for a case in my opinion is it worth it?
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I have this case on my iPhone and its boss!!! Will probably end up getting it for the n6 too
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It is a bit pricey. I'm worried about the curvature of the back and those indentations. Almost wouldn't feel comfortable I'd imagine.
Seems like it might be awkward.
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Hope they come in more colors. Never really liked the "crystal" version.
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Thanks for linking it. I never had a UAG case before so I couldn't tell you. 40 bucks is quite steep for what amounts to a piece of plastic in my opinion. I'm thinking more of a flipcase or something with a kickstand since the phone is so large. The fact that the volume and power buttons are on the same side would suggest that they intend for it to be more of a media consumption device as well.
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My Seidio CONVERT Case for the Nexus 4 was $50 when it was released and to this day I never had any damage happen to my phone (hell even the glass back has not been damaged at all if you can believe it!).
Fact is that when you are paying up a premium, you are paying for top notch protection. My Nexus 4 never was graced with the attention of Otterbox or UAG (hell I wish it was) but considering the attention and love the Nexus 6 is getting from Case Manufactures it is good luck for all of us on the options out there for us now!
I personally cannot wait for this case. I just hope they get it out there soon!
I'd like to see one in that olive green color they make.
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My problem with the UAG for my S4 was that the high lip on the front, even with a tempered glass screen protector, interfered with swiping from the side gesture for opening the navigation drawer. The N6 is supposed to have a nice edge on the side, and I am afraid of ruining it.
For those of you wanting other colors: I just e-mailed their support and asked if they had any plans for different styles/colors. The response was a negative
Shame really, the Scout style looks really nice.