[Q] Anyone buy their tablet from Amazon UK? - Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooti

I've just received my Z3 tablet compact from Amazon and the tape that holds the box closed was clear sellotape type stuff but yellowed in colour. Normally I'd expect a security sticker or similar.
The tablet looks ok but again, the transport screen protector had large bubbles underneath and a little bit of dust.
I'm just wondering whether this is normal for Sony devices because I've always had HTC in the past?
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drhunter said:
I've just received my Z3 tablet compact from Amazon and the tape that holds the box closed was clear sellotape type stuff but yellowed in colour. Normally I'd expect a security sticker or similar.
The tablet looks ok but again, the transport screen protector had large bubbles underneath and a little bit of dust.
I'm just wondering whether this is normal for Sony devices because I've always had HTC in the past?
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This looks like a warehouse item. Was it sold from Amazon directly? I had lots of Sony devices in the past and NEVER had any packaging without security stickers OR bubbles and/or dust under the screen transport protector. (I normally buy from Amazon.de and have never seen this. I would return it just to be save.)

Thanks for the reply. It's supposed to be brand new from supplied by Amazon so yeah I'm planning on returning it.
lowtraxx said:
This looks like a warehouse item. Was it sold from Amazon directly? I had lots of Sony devices in the past and NEVER had any packaging without security stickers OR bubbles and/or dust under the screen transport protector. (I normally buy from Amazon.de and have never seen this. I would return it just to be save.)
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Sounds like it's been opened to me. Possibly returned by a previous customer. Definitely return.

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Accessories for the Jetstream

What accessories exist for the Jetstream?
svetius said:
What accessories exist for the Jetstream?
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I am not sure, however, after exploring the tablet software a little bit there is an awesome desktop dock application that shows the weather, the htc clock, and facebook updates. So I take it we will see a home dock in the near feature. I wish a car dock would come out, but because of its size and legality of videos playing while driving, we probably won't see one of those.
The only two accessories that I know of are:
HTC Scribe Pen - $80
Anti-Glare Screen Protector @ AT&T - $20
- Dan
Actually, if you go to Amazon and search for HTC Puccini, a tpc case also shows up. No case, though....soon, I hope!
svetius said:
What accessories exist for the Jetstream?
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For anyone looking for decent case that fits the HTC Jetstream until cases that are made for this product reach the market. I have been using a Targus (Truss Leather Case / Stand) Model Number THZ07002US from Best Buy.
It’s a case that was made to fit an Acer ICONIA TAB A500 10.1 pad. It works as a cover and a stand that has three viewing angles in stand mode. It also has a slot for the styles pen but it’s a little bulky, doesn’t fit as tightly as I would like and it covers the back camera. All that said you can easily reach the on off switch, head phone jack, volume controls and even plug the unit in without taking the pad out of the case.
I still want to buy a case made for my unit that lets me use the back camera and that fits a little better but until they become available I needed some thing to protect my new overpriced but amazing Jetstream.
Looks like PDAir will be making some and rooCASE will have some nice ones ready October 19 on Amazon...they look nice.
scribe pen
is the scribe pen still coming free with the device if its bought in store? thanks
Yes, until October 15...
Pen Issues
I bought the unit in person last week, just before closing on my way home from work. The ATT store did not include the pen with my purchase and I forgot to ask for it. I went back in the am to get it and boy did it get interesting.
They started out with the story that the Pen only was included if you bought the data plan on a 2 year commitment?
I said really? Show me where it says that? I have seen the pen offered in EVERY AD as free with purchase for a limited time.
We went round and round and the finally relented but what a PIA....
ATT is truly clueless when it comes to it's own products, promotions etc.
Love the Jetstream, dont love the hoops you have to jump through.
How about NO ONE knowing when the LTE network is turning on?
Why am I paying for a data plan for something that is not ever available yet and has no timeline?
I passed on the data.
Have unlimited wifi tether on my rooted inspire so that's my dataplan.
Yeah I didnt think they were all coming with pens, hope mine has one with it ><
Didn't have that issue. I am WiFi only and they asked to register me and I said I didn't really need to because I was using it only on WiFi networks. Got the pen nonetheless.
I think you are supposed to have a data plan, but the advertising was hazy....and the ATT rep said without me asking that I got the pen. I really think it depends on the person.
ATT doesn't have good reception in my neck of the woods, so Sprint is my provider. like you, Tracy, I just tether.
Skinomi has screen protectors and skins. There is also a 25% coupon.
www.skinomi.com
Coupon code is skinomi25 plus free shipping.
They are good skins. Apply like Zagg but no orange peel. They are slick.
Case/cover for Jetstream
Picked this case up on Amazon last week.
http://www.amazon.com/HTC-PUCCINI-S...H4TA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1316444249&sr=8-3
For 9.99 was not expecting much....Case is great....Soft and flexibile. Covers the back and all the corners and makes holding easy.
I recommend highly.
Tracy
Has anybody heard about a folio case that allows it to stand up, much like the Xoom case? It's really the only thing I find the device is missing.
Melkco says they are working on one. So does PDAir. RooCASE will have one ready mid-October....you can see the rooCASE on Amazon. PDAir on their own website, and I conducted Melkco on my own....
Looks like we will have to be patient. The gel case on Amazon works well for the time being....
found this new case on ebay - looks good - will order one and see how is it
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sikai-Mibro...985919?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2eb825e17f
Found this case on the HTC website. It is the official case. I assume it looks just lile the Flyer case..
http://shopamerica.htc.com/product/productpop.htm?prId=39802
Due to being in a rush, i got this case for $70 at WalMart
www.kensington.com/kensington/us/us/p/1615/K39336US/keyfolio™-bluetooth®-keyboard-case.aspx
Had to make some mods such as cutting a big hole for the camera and cutting some of the elastic for clear the volume and power buttons. Also cut some of the front 'frame' so the screen is fully visable.
IMPORTANT: Just be aware the two/three small holes on the top of the Jetstream are light sesons for the flash/camera, so the hole you cut for the camera must be big enough allow light access to those small holes. The BT keyboard works great with it too.
did u get the case?
itzik-g said:
found this new case on ebay - looks good - will order one and see how is it
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sikai-Mibro...985919?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2eb825e17f[/QUOTE
Did u get the sikai cover? Is it any good?
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try this ,with free protector
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/150685447...47815&_sacat=See-All-Categories&_fvi=1&_rdc=1
I saw that yesterday. It also comes in pink but I would prefer a case that has a place for the scribe pen....:-\

Sony Tablet S Carrying Case

Amazon has this for $80, Best buy for $100. Seems super pricy for a carrying case. Anyone have one?
I want one, but none was in stock when i picked up my Tablet, so im using a HP Tablet case, works, its a bit big for the S Tab though. Im hoping they will make a cover like for the Acer, that the front folds around the back and stays on the Tablet all the time, instead of just a carrying case.
I ordered the Targus Leather Slipcase for $40. I saw an unboxing for the Sony one, but was turned off by the velcro at that price point. I prefer a magnetic closure.
http://store.sony.com/webapp/wcs/st...10151&langId=-1&productId=8198552921666381659
Don't want a traditional cover as I want to handle the device naked with its unique form factor.
The Targus is too tight,I got it for free on my pre order and never used it till now
sservati said:
The Targus is too tight,I got it for free on my pre order and never used it till now
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Wow, what a disappointment. I had a feeling it was the same case used for the iPad. You can find it for around $25 on Amazon. I saw the different "model" number and was hoping it was indeed for the Sony Tablet. Bummer!!!
Amazon is showing the Sony case for $70 now. Looks like the retailer is trying to move inventory.
SCIONTX said:
I ordered the Targus Leather Slipcase for $40. ...
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I canceled the order.
I got one. $69 at adorama.com. A simple carry case for the S. Well made, but not a custom fit for the wedge. You can slip the S in with the big end down or up. No holes in it for access. Only useful for transporting your S between use points.
4dthinker said:
I got one. $69 at adorama.com. A simple carry case for the S. Well made, but not a custom fit for the wedge. You can slip the S in with the big end down or up. No holes in it for access. Only useful for transporting your S between use points.
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Thanks for the referral. I haven't heard of them. Ordered the dock/cradle for $29.99 free shipping (standard), no tax. Supposed to take up to 10 days for delivery, but it's nice to save a few bucks. My tablet is supposed to be here on the 28th. I was getting ready to take a hike to the nearest Best Buy that has one in stock, but that would be $43 including tax plus fuel.
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I noticed adorama.com has an official leather Sony cover ($74.99) that's not offered at sonystyle.com.
http://www.adorama.com/SOSGPCV1B.html
It's backordered, but I ordered one. This has more functionality than the slip case. Can be used as a stand and also with the cradle.
SCIONTX said:
I noticed adorama.com has an official leather Sony cover ($74.99) that's not offered at sonystyle.com.
http://www.adorama.com/SOSGPCV1B.html
It's backordered, but I ordered one. This has more functionality than the slip case. Can be used as a stand and also with the cradle.
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Nice find. I hadn't seen that case anywhere I looked. If you get the cradle, the S may not fit in it when it is wearing a case. Pretty custom fit when naked. Doubt the power connection will make contact if you add a layer of leather. I'd like to see a slip case that can serve as a stand when the tablet isn't in it. May have to make one myself.
It should have a problem with the cradle as the back of the case seems to bend half way up to create the prop so that should put it out of the way(at least thats how it works with the official sony case)
I have a Cheap HP mini-netbook bag I picked up for a 10 quid from asda
http://direct.asda.com/Hewlett-Packard-Mini-Blue-Sleeve/000512027,default,pd.html
It holds it pretty snuggly and also has a couple of pockets for accessoriers to slip into like the power cable and a cleaning cloth etc
im looking for a portfolio style case for my S is thgere any out there yet?
Cases
I was looking online at the Sony Store, they have a real cool one, that you slip the S into, and the front flap can fold over so its still in a case but you can use the Tablet, it was about $40, the downside is its backordered till around mid October!
I bought the dock/cradle, so I was looking for a carrying case. Sony has this one listed on their website but I found it on Amazon, it says Ipad but I'm pretty sure this is 100% the same case. Fits perfectly and exactly what I wanted, and at $16 USD(vs $25) its not a bad price.
Apparently I can't post links because of my post count even though I've been a member for over 2 years!
Search for STM Jacket for iPad on Amazon, its the $16.83 case.
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I noticed adorama.com has an official leather Sony cover ($74.99) that's not offered at sonystyle.com.
http://www.adorama.com/SOSGPCV1B.html
It's backordered, but I ordered one. This has more functionality than the slip case. Can be used as a stand and also with the cradle.
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I found a video that briefly shows this cover. Look for it at 1:56.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StY_mvhzecI
Anyone know anything about Gizmo Dorks products?
http://www.amazon.com/Gizmo-Dorks-Leather-Carabiner-Tablet/dp/B005NKLRSG/ref=sr_1_23?ie=UTF8&qid=1317089919&sr=8-23
For $22 bucks, I may try it out.
I got the official leather case yesterday from the Sony Center in Sheffield UK. Its a beauty!! £69.99 which is typical Sony Prices but what the hell!!. I was a bit shocked that you have to stick 2 pieces of Supplied Velcro to the back of the Tablet S and you get some extra stick on gels for the top thick end of the Tablet to keep it secure. The Case really does feel like a premium well made product and im glad i got it. I have concerns about taking the Tablet out of the case as the 2 gels are real sticky and some people would have a job getting it out!!
Overall the case is excellent and can be folded to make typing real easy.
jkr284 said:
I got the official leather case yesterday from the Sony Center in Sheffield UK. Its a beauty!! £69.99 which is typical Sony Prices but what the hell!!. I was a bit shocked that you have to stick 2 pieces of Supplied Velcro to the back of the Tablet S and you get some extra stick on gels for the top thick end of the Tablet to keep it secure. The Case really does feel like a premium well made product and im glad i got it. I have concerns about taking the Tablet out of the case as the 2 gels are real sticky and some people would have a job getting it out!!
Overall the case is excellent and can be folded to make typing real easy.
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Hmmm...it's interesting that you guys get the really nice case that can be folded and used for typing or watching video. We in the U.S. get the boring slip case.
SCIONTX said:
Thanks for the referral. I haven't heard of them. Ordered the dock/cradle for $29.99 free shipping (standard), no tax. Supposed to take up to 10 days for delivery, but it's nice to save a few bucks. My tablet is supposed to be here on the 28th. I was getting ready to take a hike to the nearest Best Buy that has one in stock, but that would be $43 including tax plus fuel...
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Wow!!! I ordered Saturday and it was delivered today (Tuesday) via FedEx Ground. Noticed the shipping address is a Texas one, which is where I'm located. Perfect timing, as my tablet is on the UPS truck for delivery today. Guess I'll go ahead and order the official screen protector ($19.99) from them as well, although it's backordered.
SCIONTX said:
Hmmm...it's interesting that you guys get the really nice case that can be folded and used for typing or watching video. We in the U.S. get the boring slip case.
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How times have changed, Europe gets everything first now in the tech department!! The keyboard is out in a few weeks as well!
jkr284 said:
I got the official leather case yesterday from the Sony Center in Sheffield UK. Its a beauty!! £69.99 which is typical Sony Prices but what the hell!!. I was a bit shocked that you have to stick 2 pieces of Supplied Velcro to the back of the Tablet S and you get some extra stick on gels for the top thick end of the Tablet to keep it secure. The Case really does feel like a premium well made product and im glad i got it. I have concerns about taking the Tablet out of the case as the 2 gels are real sticky and some people would have a job getting it out!!
Overall the case is excellent and can be folded to make typing real easy.
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Sony Uk website keeps saying available for pre-order only. When did you order yours and from where please?
Sent from my Sony Tablet S using Tapatalk

Official Sony Case for Tablet S

This morning I took delivery of Sony's genuine leather case for the Tablet S and I wanted to share my impressions of it. I have previously brought 2 cases for my tablet from Ebay.
The first I did not like as it had a wraparound clip which kept getting in the way each time I opened the case (stopping you from laying the tablet flat). The second was ok. Fake leather but the tablet fitted into it in such a way that it framed the screen which made swiping difficult (try opening dolphin browser favourites if you cannot get to the far side of the screen!)
The Official Sony case retails in the UK for £70. There was no way I wold pay that for a case but I found an exporter in Japan selling it for £20.
It arrived this morning in a Sony box and is the genuine article. But what a disappointment!
Firstly, it is (IMO) fiddly to fit the tablet into the case, requiring (supplied) velcro and adhesive pads. This will make removing the tablet from the case so it can go in and out of a cradle dock difficult.
Secondly, the front flap of the case is designed to fit snugly but takes away the opportunity to have an inbuilt magnetic catch that will keep the case shut. If you pick up the tablet the wrong way, the flap of the case just falls open.
Thirdly (and this really annoys me) you cannot plug the tablet charger into the tablet and then close the case. You have to leave the case open.
The case looks nice enough, particularly when it is closed the flap fitted snugly and with the Sony logo embossed on the front. But it is a bad design. If I had paid £70 for this I would be very unhappy indeed.
Others might think differently and we are all entitled to an opinion. I thought I would share mine in case anyone is thinking of ordering one at the vastly inflated Sony price.
Saved me some money
tonylee2000 said:
This morning I took delivery of Sony's genuine leather case for the Tablet S and I wanted to share my impressions of it. I have previously brought 2 cases for my tablet from Ebay.
The first I did not like as it had a wraparound clip which kept getting in the way each time I opened the case (stopping you from laying the tablet flat). The second was ok. Fake leather but the tablet fitted into it in such a way that it framed the screen which made swiping difficult (try opening dolphin browser favourites if you cannot get to the far side of the screen!)
The Official Sony case retails in the UK for £70. There was no way I wold pay that for a case but I found an exporter in Japan selling it for £20.
It arrived this morning in a Sony box and is the genuine article. But what a disappointment!
Thnx mate you saved me about 80 euro's. I was thinking about gettting the gernuine sony case... guess better to wait a little longer..and see waht others make... I Hope someone developes a case with possibiliy to keep using the sony cradle.
Jip
Firstly, it is (IMO) fiddly to fit the tablet into the case, requiring (supplied) velcro and adhesive pads. This will make removing the tablet from the case so it can go in and out of a cradle dock difficult.
Secondly, the front flap of the case is designed to fit snugly but takes away the opportunity to have an inbuilt magnetic catch that will keep the case shut. If you pick up the tablet the wrong way, the flap of the case just falls open.
Thirdly (and this really annoys me) you cannot plug the tablet charger into the tablet and then close the case. You have to leave the case open.
The case looks nice enough, particularly when it is closed the flap fitted snugly and with the Sony logo embossed on the front. But it is a bad design. If I had paid £70 for this I would be very unhappy indeed.
Others might think differently and we are all entitled to an opinion. I thought I would share mine in case anyone is thinking of ordering one at the vastly inflated Sony price.
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Thnx Mate,
You helped me save about 80 euro,s scince I had planned to by the genuine Sony Case. Guess we need to wait for something better.
I hope someone will be able to make a nice case with the possibillity to keep using the sony Cradle
Jipster65 said:
Thnx Mate,
You helped me save about 80 euro,s scince I had planned to by the genuine Sony Case. Guess we need to wait for something better.
I hope someone will be able to make a nice case with the possibillity to keep using the sony Cradle
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Sony do make some beautiful equipment, i have a house full of their stuff, but, when it comes to 'extras' they charge the earth, which I feel is totaly unfair of them.
No car charger for the Sony S tablet, the mains charger is £29+, I also have a Sony TV, that has internet facility, but, the Sony dongle for it is £70, whereas, the 'normal' dongle price is nearer £12, and no, you can't use a standard one, it dosen't work, Sony have made that impossibel, by, having written some software in their dongle, that has to be read before it works on the Sony equipment it's connected to, i.e. my Sony TV!!
And, various other (Sony) bits, that only work with the dedicated Sony 'extra', ......... Sony is pretty expensive stuff anyway, and, I like their gear very much, but, it puts you off a bit, knowing you'll be ripped of when you want that accessory!
My opinion of course ....................
tonylee2000 said:
This morning I took delivery of Sony's genuine leather case for the Tablet S and I wanted to share my impressions of it. I have previously brought 2 cases for my tablet from Ebay.
The first I did not like as it had a wraparound clip which kept getting in the way each time I opened the case (stopping you from laying the tablet flat). The second was ok. Fake leather but the tablet fitted into it in such a way that it framed the screen which made swiping difficult (try opening dolphin browser favourites if you cannot get to the far side of the screen!)
The Official Sony case retails in the UK for £70. There was no way I wold pay that for a case but I found an exporter in Japan selling it for £20.
It arrived this morning in a Sony box and is the genuine article. But what a disappointment!
Firstly, it is (IMO) fiddly to fit the tablet into the case, requiring (supplied) velcro and adhesive pads. This will make removing the tablet from the case so it can go in and out of a cradle dock difficult.
Secondly, the front flap of the case is designed to fit snugly but takes away the opportunity to have an inbuilt magnetic catch that will keep the case shut. If you pick up the tablet the wrong way, the flap of the case just falls open.
Thirdly (and this really annoys me) you cannot plug the tablet charger into the tablet and then close the case. You have to leave the case open.
The case looks nice enough, particularly when it is closed the flap fitted snugly and with the Sony logo embossed on the front. But it is a bad design. If I had paid £70 for this I would be very unhappy indeed.
Others might think differently and we are all entitled to an opinion. I thought I would share mine in case anyone is thinking of ordering one at the vastly inflated Sony price.
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Thanks for saving me the money. I picked up the following instead http://www.amazon.com/STM-Bags-Skinny-Sony-Tablet/dp/B006FWHFBE at the advice of another post.
Spunky168
"Condi for president in 2012!"

Do all Z ultra come with cases?

Hey everyone,
as the title asks does it come with a case? i have seen many reviews with and without them?
I am coming from a Note 2 and ordered mine yesterday and expecting it tomorrow.
you have to read carefully on the homepage at the store you ordered the phone from, sometimes it does and some not. Also in some cases the DK30 dock is included and sometimes the headset, what that now is called I dunno. If there is no information about the content included in the box you can always contact the store and ask.
In the UK the handsets come with the SBH20 headset. I think in India & maybe some other countries they came with the case. You need to check what's being given away locally to you.
Where are you based?
Yea I got the headset and Sony 2 watch
Nuwidol said:
In the UK the handsets come with the SBH20 headset. I think in India & maybe some other countries they came with the case. You need to check what's being given away locally to you.
Where are you based?
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I'm based in NY
I bought it from a seller in the USA on Amazon, brand new sealed. Came with no accessories other than headphones / charger.
I feel like they should at LEAST put a screen protector in every box to put on that damn scratchproof sheet. An easily scratch-able plastic material that is fused with the glass? Yeah you definitely want to protect that ASAP.
I see a lot of people complaining about the scratchproof sheet but honestly if you get a glass screen protector to put on top that is probably the ultimate protection. You have the shatterproof sheet which helps absorb damaging the screen glass underneath, then you can have glass on top of that sheet so it feels smooth and is even more protected, and if it ever shatters then just change that $25 screen protector and you're good to go like new.
No case included here in germany for the european LTE version.
Thanks guys for your responses. I thanked all of you. Looks like UPS will here on Monday instead of Friday... =(
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Thanks guys for your responses. I thanked all of you. Looks like UPS will here on Monday instead of Friday... =(
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DON'T go outside the house on monday!!!!! They will deliver the package the minute after you leave!! :silly::laugh:
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DON'T go outside the house on monday!!!!! They will deliver the package the minute after you leave!! :silly::laugh:
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ROFL....not even funny :laugh:

Transparent Cases Sony Xperia Z3

No doubt Xperia Z3 is a beautiful design and most of the owners are inclined to show its curves, shape and color (specially the copper version) to others. I have been looking for many transparent cases around from different brands. In order to check their reviews, I looked at the reviews for xperia z2 cases by all of them.
My findings: Cheaper options available like yousave are not as transparent as they claim. The gel and silicon based cases are not at all transparent. Most of the transparent cases are susceptible to scratches. I have read good reviews about the tough naked case by CaseMate but the case does not protect the front. Then there is Spigen's case (which is not yet available yet) which has good reviews but the side bumper is made of TPU which is not totally transparent and looks a cheap look. The best reviews I found was for Ringke Fusion case however one really bad thing i have read about it is that if the phone falls, the sides of the case scratch the color off the phone. The case claims to have shock absorption but I fail to understand how they claim it.
If anyone among you have used any case before, please guide and recommend and review.
I was looking for a transparent slim case like this, but I can't find any for the Z3 only the Z3c.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ULTRA-Sl...bilePhoneAccessories&var=&hash=item4187d2b0d6
I bought this one, still wanting for it to arrive here.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Afan-Ultrat...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item27eb71f4e7
Anybody tried ringke?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NO...200_QL40&qid=1413866560&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1
jhun80 said:
Anybody tried ringke?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NO...200_QL40&qid=1413866560&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1
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Mine was ordered on Oct. 2nd, the next day I received a Tracking Information, still today it just says Label created, when I finally could reach them they told me that they had production issues and was delayed, but the new shipping date was Oct. 24th then later another one called me (left a message earlier) and said that it was 27th, when I asked if it was the 24th or the 27th, he insisted that it was next monday, that of I wanted to keep the order they will offer me a 15% discount if not they could cancel it.
Due that I think that Ringke Fusion design is the best there is for our phones I kept it, I've been using the Fusion in my past 3 phones and are of great quality, honestly I don't know what happened to them this time as is the first time I have problems with them with an order or product.
i ordered this one, really like it...
http://shop.brando.com/Simplism-Ultra-Thin-Cover-Set-for-Sony-Xperia-Z3_p11839c1785d004.html
I ordered the Case-Mate Barely There case. It looks and feels OK, although protection is minimal as you'd expect. The cut out on the left is rather large as you can see, to allow the official dock to be used.
The case scratches rather easily. I marked the back by sliding my phone a few centimeters across the desk within an hour of using the case.
Overall, I wouldn't recommend it, due to how easily it scratches.
I'd be really interested to see if anyone handsome photos ofnthe Ringke Fusion case.
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jomansch said:
i ordered this one, really like it...
http://shop.brando.com/Simplism-Ultra-Thin-Cover-Set-for-Sony-Xperia-Z3_p11839c1785d004.html
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i ordered this one for my xperia z2 and i can tell you its only for scratches no protection at all, easy scratches the case, i droped my phone and my tempered glass screen protector broke( thank Good i had a screen protector)
Yes I have also read that case mate barely there scratches easily. I have high hopes from ringke fusion. fingers crossed
heara said:
i ordered this one for my xperia z2 and i can tell you its only for scratches no protection at all, easy scratches the case, i droped my phone and my tempered glass screen protector broke( thank Good i had a screen protector)
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Is the one from Brando that clear kinda sticky plastic "gel" material?
jhun80 said:
Anybody tried ringke?
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This case looked to be the best. It got really great reviews for the iphone 6+, hopefully this one is built as good. I ordered it from eBay, I hope it has a descent opening to use a magnetic charger. It should be in Thursday, to bad I don't have my phone yet to try it on.
joe198219 said:
This case looked to be the best. It got really great reviews for the iphone 6+, hopefully this one is built as good. I ordered it from eBay, I hope it has a descent opening to use a magnetic charger. It should be in Thursday, to bad I don't have my phone yet to try it on.
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Same. I'm hoping it'll fit the magnetic charger and my front and back tempered glass protectors...
jomansch said:
i ordered this one, really like it...
http://shop.brando.com/Simplism-Ultra-Thin-Cover-Set-for-Sony-Xperia-Z3_p11839c1785d004.html
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se1000 said:
Is the one from Brando that clear kinda sticky plastic "gel" material?
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well its more like a protector film very thin
jhun80 said:
Anybody tried ringke?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NO...200_QL40&qid=1413866560&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1
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erasat said:
Mine was ordered on Oct. 2nd, the next day I received a Tracking Information, still today it just says Label created, when I finally could reach them they told me that they had production issues and was delayed, but the new shipping date was Oct. 24th then later another one called me (left a message earlier) and said that it was 27th, when I asked if it was the 24th or the 27th, he insisted that it was next monday, that of I wanted to keep the order they will offer me a 15% discount if not they could cancel it.
Due that I think that Ringke Fusion design is the best there is for our phones I kept it, I've been using the Fusion in my past 3 phones and are of great quality, honestly I don't know what happened to them this time as is the first time I have problems with them with an order or product.
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The review left by the user wasn't too positive. I ordered this today on Amazon and cancelled it. :/
I finally got mine about 10 days ago, I really love it and to me it looks great, they thought of everything, it even fits the Dual Sim D6633, the left side flap fits perfectly on it, plus they thought of all the Magnetic chargers and even adapters out there so I kind of think that this is the most universal cover for our z3.
BUT, I left them a negative feedback on eBay simply because that's no way of working on the Customer service side, no responses to emails for weeks and after offering me a 15% discount if I kept the order active, I'm still waiting for them to rely to the email I sent dating yes and asking about how was I suppose to receive the credit.
EDIT: SOLD!!
Just purchased the Ringke Fusion Case, what sold it for me mostly was the cool headphone jack protection.
My previous phones have ended up getting pretty corroded in there. And after taking shots with the xperia Z3 in my pool yesterday, the headphones attached macro application, was causing the phone to go nuts as soon as water entered the jack slot.
Another nice thing which annoyed me with a similar case, is that the cutout for the lens and flash was not very big, causing horrid shots when the flash was used. This case looks to have a good space around that flash to hopefully avoid this issue.
Will keep you posted after it arrives
danw_oz said:
Just purchased the Ringke Fusion Case, what sold it for me mostly was the cool headphone jack protection.
My previous phones have ended up getting pretty corroded in there. And after taking shots with the xperia Z3 in my pool yesterday, the headphones attached macro application, was causing the phone to go nuts as soon as water entered the jack slot.
Another nice thing which annoyed me with a similar case, is that the cutout for the lens and flash was not very big, causing horrid shots when the flash was used. This case looks to have a good space around that flash to hopefully avoid this issue.
Will keep you posted after it arrives
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I have this case and I hated it from the moment I got it. It came with a round sticker in the back. By simply trying to remove it, the case got very badly scratched. I was furious. I keep my cases 100% clean and this piece of garbage got damaged by nothing and within 2 minutes of getting it out of the packaging. I was going to return it immediately, but the other cases I bought were even worse in other aspects.
This case covers all the buttons, the MicroSD/SIM card slot, and it has a plug for the audio port. The magnetic and USB ports are not covered. I had to cut the audio plug off because it was putting too much pressure on my earphones.
The lips in front of the case give the phone some protection; they're thick in my opinion. I feel this case will protect the phone in case of a drop. It's thicker than I'd like, but it's definitely not a "thick" case. The fit is not tight at all, so I believe it won't damage or displace screen protectors. It's not going to fall off the phone, but it's not difficult to put it on at all.
This is my daily driver because I haven't been able to find anything less bad. I was looking for an ultra thin, transparent case, but this one had great reviews all over the Internet.
Rinke fusion case
android_fury said:
I have this case and I hated it from the moment I got it. It came with a round sticker in the back. By simply trying to remove it, the case got very badly scratched. I was furious. I keep my cases 100% clean and this piece of garbage got damaged by nothing and within 2 minutes of getting it out of the packaging. I was going to return it immediately, but the other cases I bought were even worse in other aspects.
This case covers all the buttons, the MicroSD/SIM card slot, and it has a plug for the audio port. The magnetic and USB ports are not covered. I had to cut the audio plug off because it was putting too much pressure on my earphones.
The lips in front of the case give the phone some protection; they're thick in my opinion. I feel this case will protect the phone in case of a drop. It's thicker than I'd like, but it's definitely not a "thick" case. The fit is not tight at all, so I believe it won't damage or displace screen protectors. It's not going to fall off the phone, but it's not difficult to put it on at all.
This is my daily driver because I haven't been able to find anything less bad. I was looking for an ultra thin, transparent case, but this one had great reviews all over the Internet.
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True! When i got mine, i wondered why it's not as clear as I'd expected it. So i tried wiping it with my handkerchief to see if it's just some dirt or leftover adhesive from the protective film. To my shock, what i was wiping was a scratch already, and i made it even worse by rubbing it. Good thing i have the white z3 compact act so it's not too noticeable. But really disappointed with it's quality. I waited two months for this cause i live in the Philippines. Sigh. Rinke's Fusion case isn't as nice as it advertises.
UPDATE: apologies, there was a sticker on the rear panel. That's why it wasn't as clear and it easily "scratched". my phone looks okay now. Haha
You should take a look at http://aliexpress.com - it might takes 3-4 weeks to ship, but you will find literally a ton of transparent cases from 2$ (incl. shipping).
Got mine also from there - took 3.5 weeks.

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