I've received several cases from the company CoverON to review, and they are all incorrectly designed. The cutouts on the top are for the centered IR blaster and mic of the Galaxy S6, and not the S7. I'm not sure why they didn't notice this before releasing the case.
Here are my reviews, if you're interested:
https://www.amazon.com/review/RUU1X4D7CEO1G/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm
https://www.amazon.com/review/RH87XLU9J0QCW/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm
Again, don't buy these cases, at least until the company fixes them. I did like the texture on one of them, so it's a shame they wouldn't fit the S7.
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Hi all, I know there aren't too many ATT specific cases out there yet, but I did want to do a quick review of the one that I ordered from TPU-cases (I got mine off ebay, but they have a regular site as well).
The one specifically I got was the Matte Back Black Flexible TPU Case.
Overall, the case quality is solid -- compared to other TPU cases I've had in the past. It's solid enough to provide basic protection, but not too flexible (like silicon) that you have to worry about it stretching and losing its shape over time.
I opted for the matte black version, but I believe that there are other types to whatever fits your fancy. (I think the matte was/is so popular, it may be out of stock).
The other nice thing is that they throw in a free screen protector. It's a decent clear one (not anti-glare), which is my preference. It's not on par of the quality of let's say a Realook or a SGP, but for free, who's going to complain?
So on to the case review...
1. I've attached a few photos to show the overall fit of the case. It fits well, and doesn't add much thickness to the case at all (which is a huge plus for me).
2. There is a little bit of a "lip" on the front, so it you do place your phone face down on a table, it leaves enough gap to protect the screen (as opposed to laying completely flat).
3. There is a decent size cut out for the power button, but the volume rockers are actually covered. However, no functionality loss on the power buttons -- in fact I think they may actually make it easier to use.
4. There is a cutout for where a lanyard hole should be -- (aka the international version), but no biggie here.
5. On the bottom, standard cutouts for the microusb port and the primary mic.
6. For the back, nice cutouts for the camera and the speaker on the lower right.
Now for the million $$$ question -- is the top aligned correctly for the secondary noise cancellation mic???
Fortunately the answer is YES! I believe this case was originally made for the international version (evidence from the lanyard hole), but the designer -- either in a stroke of pure genius and foresight (or just plain laziness) made the top cutout for the mic large enough where it does not cover the off-center version of our mic. So it looks like it could accommodate either the international or ATT version of the SGSII. I've tried to get a close up of the top so that you can see what I am talking about.
Overall -- for a shade under $9 USD for a nice looking/fitting case and a screen protector - I would say it's a great deal.
As I mentioned earlier, unfortunately it looks like the matte version is out of stock, but the other versions should be just as good.
Site: http://goo.gl/U4KHI (main site) or you can check ebay under the seller "TPU-cases" -- http://goo.gl/kNzh1 (ebay store)
UPDATE: I didn't realize they also have an Amazon storefront, so it's available from several sources: http://goo.gl/ltQnW
I have the same exact case for my international sgs2. It's pretty good, though some micro usb cables don't work with it.
Edit: got mine from their amazon storefront.
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Exact same case. Bought from Amazon for 10 bucks, prime shipping. Costly for tpu, but it had cuts for top mic as well. Fits perfectly.
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I bought this along with the gloss black. I am using the gloss black as I think that it looks better (my opinion) as this matt one looks a little worn out of the box. This is only my opinion.
I was just checking out these cases on amazon and i wonder, is this the closest thing to the flexible TPU case that bodyglove made for the Captivate? It sounds like you may have had the same case for your previous phone, how does it compare?
For those who are wondering, this is the old case http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-Mirage-Samsung-Captivate/dp/B0040M7H96. If bodyglove made the same exact thing that fit the GS2 i would buy it in a heartbeat!
If these cases are the closest thing available i might just have to get one to see for myself. How do you like the case now that you've had it for a little while?
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I was just checking out these cases on amazon and i wonder, is this the closest thing to the flexible TPU case that bodyglove made for the Captivate? It sounds like you may have had the same case for your previous phone, how does it compare?
For those who are wondering, this is the old case http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-Mirage-Samsung-Captivate/dp/B0040M7H96. If bodyglove made the same exact thing that fit the GS2 i would buy it in a heartbeat!
If these cases are the closest thing available i might just have to get one to see for myself. How do you like the case now that you've had it for a little while?
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Actually I did have the BodyGlove case for my Captivate since it was one of the first decent cases to come out. I am not sure if you had this issue or not, but I have some scratches at the top of my phone (small ones though), but I do believe it was caused by the BodyGlove case (perhaps a little too rough on the inside).
But as for the overall material of the case -- yes, the BodyGlove case is also TPU, which is the same material. The only difference is the BodyGlove was solid black with some texturized ridges, and this case is matte black (but they also come in semi-transparent -- just comes down to your choice in visual aesthetics).
If you liked the material of the BodyGlove, then I think you'd be happy with this one as well.
i have this same case, its nice
Ditto, great case for the money. Switched to a mesh cover though as I find it's a bit sleeker, but keeping this as backup.
Love this case...
So I really like the pdair book style case (http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=11000659_11001131_11001398&products_id=35041), but I'm not really keen on spending that much for a case. I was wondering if anyone knew of other (cheaper), cases in the same style: specifically a case were the tab is inserted, as opposed to the case being clipped on (which seems to be most of the cases I've found).
Verizon sells a Belkin case that is pretty similar for $40. Someone posted some nice shots of his VZW tab in it, and I can confirm that the fit is excellent on my P6810--only issue being an extra cutout where there isn't an IR emitter on mine.
Ordered the pdair cases, as I already have one for my Note. The cases are very good quality leather and well made.
cool, I'll check out the belkin case. Thanks
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So I'm about to replace my S6 Edge with an S7 Edge in Black Onyx. The only thing I hate about not having an iPhone is the general lack of good leather back covers.
Now obviously Samsung do an official leather cover for the S7/S7 Edge, and I've seen reviews Etc., but I can't find anything on how it holds up long-term.
Does the leather develop a nice patina like the official iPhone cases, or does it wear and start to peel like cheap PU leather cases? Would love to see some pics. Also I'd like the brown but I've heard it's more of a tan colour, does it darken with age, or is the black better for a black phone?
Aside from that if you've used it, do you recommend it as a long-term prospect? If not what did you end up using?
Thanks
I've been trying to find one for mine. Sold out everywhere pretty much.
I had a couple with older devices and they held up well. Would expect the same with this.
mine holds up. ford service tech.
I'm looking for a high quality, plain (no designs or funky textures), black TPU case. I bought this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B073JF58WP/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1 on Amazon, it is very nice, but it is a little too thin.
It seems like there are very few cases for the OP5 from the name brands, hopefully this will change.
All the big boys have cases for the OP5: Spigen, Tudia, Nikon, etc. If you want a fairly low profile unbranded case look at Mangix and Skmy
That's similar to the one I have. The one thing I don't like about the big boy cases is that they leave a massive cutout for the camera and flash, whereas the one here (and the one I have) has a separate cutout. I saw some really nice ones online, but they seem to cover the microphone on the back.
Hi people, does anyone know, or did anyone hear/read if S22 Ultra cases are compatible with the S23 Ultra since they look pretty much identical?
Unlikely it will fit.
Zizo will release one eventually. They're good cases with excellent impact protection.
That's a heavy phone that loves to corner hit... it needs a good case to survive.
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Unlikely it will fit.
Zizo will release one eventually. They're good cases with excellent impact protection.
That's a heavy phone that loves to corner hit... it needs a good case to survive.
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At the moment I am using an UAG Monarch on my S22, which is imo very good. I wasnt sure if I needed a new one since they are not cheap lol
Bit of a shame they havent done the LED View cover this time around, but trying out the clear view one, which looks like the S View one from the 22.
Seems to be a big focus on recycled materials, when I got my S21 case it was all antimicrobial etc. as well.
Unfortunately they are not interchangeable. I have a Spigen Thin Fit arriving later this week to tide me over until the new dbrand grip becomes available.
I've have several brands of cases for my S22U. The dbrand grip is the case that checks all the right boxes for my needs.
I got the OtterBox Defender Pro with holster on the way. Have used it for S20U and S22U. I work in a punishing environment and for the protection it provides it can't be beat. My S20U and S22U both hit the concrete floor in our restaurant kitchen multiple times and never got a scratch even on the case.
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At the moment I am using an UAG Monarch on my S22, which is imo very good. I wasnt sure if I needed a new one since they are not cheap lol
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I get the Zizo Bolt for my N10+'s for around $20.
They've sucked up some nasty drops onto concrete; both Notes look like they're new. It will take a few weeks to months but Zizo specializes in Samsung cases. They'll punch them out soon.
Zizo's don't attract dust and grim, are easy to clean, don't damage the frame rail, are relatively compact, dissipate heat fairly well and can take a beating. The case never comes apart from drops; they can withstand multiple impacts intact. The rear kick stand tends to break from use but this doesn't effect the protection.
If you do drop a Note be aware the spen tends to pop out even be ejected. Don't step on it or leave it behind Still using my original spens as well.
I went for this from Poetic.
https://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Samsung-Galaxy-S23-Ultra/dp/B0BPXWVVGC/ref=sr_1_3?crid=J0N84I86RJDT&keywords=Samsung%2Bgalaxy%2Bs23%2Bultra%2Bcase%2Bpoetic&qid=1675378438&sprefix=samsung%2Bgalaxy%2Bs23%2Bultra%2Bcase%2Bpoetic%2Caps%2C60&sr=8-3&th=1
Apparently one site says the screen has less curve so it wouldn't fit even if it was the same dimensionally.
(I was wondering the same since I had a S22U Pelican case but no device.)
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Apparently one site says the screen has less curve so it wouldn't fit even if it was the same dimensionally.
(I was wondering the same since I had a S22U Pelican case but no device.)
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I good fit is imperative. Samsung changes it just enough to avoid being accused of using leftover S22U parts
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Hi people, does anyone know, or did anyone hear/read if S22 Ultra cases are compatible with the S23 Ultra since they look pretty much identical?
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No they won't fit. Supersaf covered that in one of his video.
Well I went for Spigen this time as opposed to UAG since the prices went up a bit. Today I received the Spigen Rugged Armor, and I will honestly say the quality seems really really good, it has extra protection on the corners, and it feels amazing in the hand + its pretty cheap. I also have the Samsung Leather Case coming with the phone so I'll keep everyone updated in case anyone is interested.
As I wrote in other thread
I have ordered that case from the link below. It was recommended by other guy on discord S23 ultra group. I will post my experience when it arrives
Galaxy S23 Series Premium Case With Lens Push Cover
Product Details:Style: all inclusiveMaterial: TPU+PC+carbon fiberFunction: Anti-dropColor: black Remarks: Non-Samsung brand products, compatible with Samsung models
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Well_Done said:
As I wrote in other thread
I have ordered that case from the link below. It was recommended by other guy on discord S23 ultra group. I will post my experience when it arrives
Galaxy S23 Series Premium Case With Lens Push Cover
Product Details:Style: all inclusiveMaterial: TPU+PC+carbon fiberFunction: Anti-dropColor: black Remarks: Non-Samsung brand products, compatible with Samsung models
gadgetscenter.shop
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That one is very similar to the Nillkin Leather Case here. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0BR3SNDHR/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_7?smid=A309VPOTQ0GC0S&psc=1
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That one is very similar to the Nillkin Leather Case here. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0BR3SNDHR/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_7?smid=A309VPOTQ0GC0S&psc=1
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Indeed, but I like carbon fibre look