this is a pretty nice case. it's the Artech 21 Vivid Arkansas Series, Slim Dual Layer case. I got the black/silver one.
it's basically a TPU with a plastic exo on it that wraps all around. it's a tad thicker than most normal TPU's because of this, for example, my Spigen Rugged Armor TPU, and that's a bit thicker of a TPU. but, it feels pretty good in the hand, and the plastic shell on the outside doesn't feel too slippery in the hand or anything.
all cutouts are precise on the bottom, and everything works great. the buttons are pretty easy to push as well, and the case doesn't wrap in front of the phone too much so that it rips up a screen protector.
there's a big lip around the front so you can easily place this phone face down with the case on it, no problem. the case is also thick enough so there's a good amount of thickness around the camera so the camera will never come into contact with the table.
overall, nice little case. feels a bit more rugged than a standard TPU, but it's not huge or anything. i like it!
check out some pics here:
http://imgur.com/a/nxHtX
check it out on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AIVV6XA?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
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Short review of PureGear Kickstand case & holster. Had this case for about a week now and think it is good. Would rate it 4/5.
Pros: Holds phone snug in the case and fits firm in the holster. Holster clip is really sturdy as well. Swivels 180 degrees and has soft suede like interior to help protect screen. Phone slides in face in. Rubberized texture of the case as almost the perfect balance between smooth and friction IMO. I don't like when cases are too rubbery or too smooth. Kickstand is cool. It slides out and down easily. It also snaps into position easily as well and feels sturdy. I don't get a cheap feeling from this case.
Cons: Case only covers the left and right side of the phone. Wish it covered top and bottom as well. Because of this, I sometimes switch to another silicone case that I have when I want more protection. It does cover the corners just enough for protection though. Also, sliding case into holster is a slight pain. There is a lot of friction between the case and holster so you have to use some force to slide phone into holster. I guess this can be considered a pro however since phone will not slide out easily.
Paid $25 for it on Ebay http://www.ebay.com/itm/290733237844?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
The PureGear website has it for $30. http://www.pure-gear.com/shop-by-device/samsung/kickstand-case-holster-for-samsung-galaxy-note.html
I ordered the Ringke Slim case and Supcase black/clear case to do some comparisons. They were both pretty cheap.
Foxgguy2001 already did a pretty comprehensive review of the Supcase (and posted a Photoshop template for the back, very handy!) so I won't do an entirely new review. However, just wanted to add that the cutouts for the headphones and USB are generously proportioned. This is great - my TPU cover for my Samsung S3 was good, but the headphone socket was a bit snug and my Sennheiser jack only just held itself in (and frequently popped out if I moved around... No such problems with either LG case.)
The Ringke Slim case is 100% 'hard' plastic material. In truth it has a little give to it, you can bend it in your hands with moderate force which is good as it probably won't immediately shatter if dropped from waist height. It has diagonal cutaway grooves at each corner, making each side independent of the others, and a little flexible - allowing you to pop the phone in without much hassle.
In this regard it's therefore got a bit less holding tension than the Supcase -- certainly enough to keep it on, and there is a retaining lip to stop the phone simply falling out, but I'm not sure whether the phone would stay in if dropped from an excessive height or at a weird angle (but then you have bigger problems if you're dropping your phone from more than 3 feet / 1 metre!) The back of the Supcase to me looks very slightly like the cousin of a Griffin Survivor iPhone case... No arguments though, it's all well designed and has some thought put into it.
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The Ringke case came with a free "HD Crystal" screen protector (just the protector, no wipe or cloth or squeejee, but we all have loads of those -- and a few drops of soapy water is all you need to apply). Came with very comprehensive instructions and tips for a successful application, good customer support info too.
Unlike some more expensive film screen protectors, its cutouts for the front camera and sensors are well done with some nice indentations and precision angles -- for the total price, it's a really nice touch from Ringke to include a screen protector. My Spigen (which I managed to get loads of fluff underneath, d'oh!) probably won't last forever...
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For both cases, all cutouts are precise and smooth-edged. The Ringke case has nice tapered edges around the camera cutout and I estimate (purely visually) it's about 4 mm thick.
I took some test photos with flash using both cases which came out great, no haloing or flash refraction through the edge of the case. The Ringke has two small cutouts in the bottom-right corner to attach a charm (if you're a twelve year old girl) or lanyard.
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Ultimately, the Ringke case is such good value that even when the back scratches (which I'm sure it would given every day abuse) it's no real trial to buy a second one. Or buy multiple colours and swap between them!
I've gone with the slightly sturdier Supcase for the time being because its grip on the phone feels superior, and the slightly hard, rubbery texturised 'rim' gives me a bit more purchase (good, because I'm quite violent with my phone and also have very dry hands). The all-round lip which retains the phone on the Supcase is better than the easy-to-snap-in-but-slightly-looser Ringke. However, if your phone usually lives in a bag and just sits on an office desk, certainly give the Ringke Slim a try - you can see the whole phone through the transparent one (and it really does look quite pretty), it's quite discreet and still has decent grip factor considering it's just plastic.
They're only £6 each, why not buy both!
Hi, do you have any pictures of your G3 in your clear Ringke slim case?
Just received this case in the mail today and had to get some pics of it right away. This is a very well made case. It is a TPU case with a hard plastic cover attached to the back of it. It has a nicely textured design on the back. The sides have a bit of a recess to make it easy to grip and good protection at the corners. All cutouts on top, bottom, and for camera are perfect. The hard plastic back has a slightly raised X shape for better strength. The case works great with the film screen protector that I am using. This case has a pretty square shape on the back sides, it doesn't show the tapered side edges of the phone do to how it's made. The inside is fitted to the edges though. When the phone is resting on the back you can make it wobble, this is do to the raised Poetic "P" emblem that is raised. My Samsung wireless fast charger works well with this case too.The Poetic brand of cases seem to be very well made, with what appears to be great protection in thinner designs, while being stylish and a decent price. This is my second Poetic case as I have their Affinity also.
Hey fellas!
I am looking for a premium looking case for my nexus 6.
My phone is white if it matters.
I did like a lot the Nilkin slim border, but its out of stock everywhere.
Also i have found this:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Luxury-Sli...hash=item41939eb983:m:m2afeTHn0qE_nI9hygZ9iVg
Black aluminum borders.
Besides that, im looking for something that will give me a nice grip yet still make the phone look elegant and aesthetic.
Thanks!
I have that. It looks okay, but the quality is crap. I got rid of it right away.
My favorite Nexus 6 case is this one:
Ringke FUSION [Dust Cap/Drop Protection][CLEAR] Shock Absorption Bumper. (Available on Amazon)
It adds minimal bulk and fits like a glove.
I bought this case about 6mo ago, and have been very happy with it: https://www.ebay.com/itm/152687543728 (Not affiliated with the seller, just a happy customer)
Back is a clear, hard plastic (poly-carbonate?) and the "lip" is a firm TPU-type material. I've dropped it dozens of times with zero problems.
I've used the "S-shape" type cases for other phones in the past. A simpler, less "high-end" look, but they have tiny little "nubs" at the edges that give excellent grip. (Zoom in on pics to see):
https://www.ebay.com/sch/Cases-Cove..._from=R40&_nkw=nexus+6+s+tpu+case+-"nexus+6p"
Guyinlaca said:
My favorite Nexus 6 case is this one:
Ringke FUSION [Dust Cap/Drop Protection][CLEAR] Shock Absorption Bumper. (Available on Amazon)
It adds minimal bulk and fits like a glove.
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I have this Ringke also and it is a good case, but I wouldn't consider it premium. It does provide adequate protection for minor bumps and falls. It has a large enough lip that my tempered glass screen protector doesn't scratch if I place the phone face-down on a table. The clear TPU yellows over time so it looks dingy though. Depending on how frequently you charge or use a headset, the dust caps can be annoying (of course they are easy to snip off the case if you like.)
Overall it is a very good case and the one I use most of the time, but particularly because of the yellowing of the clear plastic, I can't consider it a premium case.
I use a Spigen slim armor. Very nice looking and protects well. I had together it directly from Spigen though. I tried ordering one from a discounter and they send me a fake. It literally didn't even look like the real thing and lacked the kick stand and didn't even fit properly. They just printed Spigen on some random vaguly similar case and tried to pass it off.
Have had a number of cases over the years and I'm none rival the quality, feel, build, and just plain sexiness of the Seidio Dilex Pro. I'm the best kickstand case as the kickstand itself is metal as well as magnetic, it's also very sturdy. I went thru 2 Spigen Slim Armor kickstand cases after the plastic kickstands broke off then I discovered this beauty lol. Also rocking a Dbrand skin and no problems with the fit. Also the feel of the outside lip is great, more than enough to sit it face down, but formed and angled perfectly as to not in any way hinder using the screen. Seidio is also a big name company so the price is higher @ $29.99, over your run of the mill ebay cases, but as the famous saying goes, you get what you pay for lol.
https://www.amazon.com/Seidio-DILEX-Metal-Kickstand-Motorola/dp/B00S6TA3RW
Also might add that the way the metal kickstand is attached the area is flat which means sitting it on a table it will stay put instead of rocking back and forth lol. The butter shell of the 2 pieces is also covered (or made?) out of something that is pretty grippy, no slick plastic or rubbery TPU to deal with, using it for over a year in construction sites, factories, and other outdoor/dirty jobs it doesn't hold dirt or sweaty skin oils compared to others I've used, I wash mine bout once a month in hot water with dish soap and no warping, deforming, or most of all, fading, still black as the day I got it. And one last awesome thing that's soo small to be easily looked over but makes a huge difference when case makers don't do it is the side buttons, each one is individual, precision molded, and have a very satisfying feel when depressing them. It may be a tad bigger compared to bumpers or extremely thin shell cases which are barely a step up over a full Dbrand or (can't remember the other skin company) skin lol, I found myself loving the size, it's not full on OtterBox, but it still is thin enough to let me use it one handed which is whenever I'm doing anything but typing lol.
::Edit:: Oh yea, it comes in Black, Blue, Red, and White. Seidio also makes a Surface case with the metal kickstand as well and I'm sure it's just as high quality of a product I have not tried it myself and cannot attest to it's build, here is an Amazon listing tho if you would like to see it, it is one that includes a belt holster tho there are listings without the holster for cheaper.
https://www.amazon.com/Seidio-SURFACE-Kickstand-Holster-Motorola/dp/B00S6T9YTK
I have been using Samsung's official leather case for many years. Every year they are a little different but always amazing. This time is not exception.
I added the same case for the Galaxy S10+ for comparison. The S10+ case completely fits inside the Ultra's case with space to spare, I just thought it was interesting.
I thought the leather case was absolute crap! It didn't feel like leather at all.. just plastic with a leather like texture. It was slippery to beat all hell! It went back immediately!!
xraytedjim said:
I thought the leather case was absolute crap! It didn't feel like leather at all.. just plastic with a leather like texture. It was slippery to beat all hell! It went back immediately!!
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I did not feel that way. I felt it is a solid case. Its very stylish and I think that is what they were going for when they made it. You want strong protection then use the appropriate case. For me the leather case from Samsung is incredible. I could not have designed a better case myself. Well maybe a card slot on the back or even inside the case but oh well.
Curious about the camera lip protection with the leather case. I keep hearing varying reports about whether or not it's flush or there is a slight lip to protect camera when the phone is laying on its back. Specifically on the Ultra.
Minimal protection for the camera glass. It's just about flush. If you lay it on a table screen up and spin it around the glass isn't going to be touching the table. If there's any dirt on the table with particle size larger than beach sand it could possibly touch the glass. So it's close. But it doesn't rock and it keeps the thin profile much like the Apple leather case. Unfortunately it's got the Apple price too. Aside from that, it's nice and the buttons preserve perfect tactile feel and are good quality.
mine just arrived from my preorder credit.
Solid case and yep its basically flush with the camera. Personally its my case to have around the house (which is all the time these days ), but if i'm jogging or doing outdoor stuff, I go for a more heavy duty case.
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Curious about the camera lip protection with the leather case. I keep hearing varying reports about whether or not it's flush or there is a slight lip to protect camera when the phone is laying on its back. Specifically on the Ultra.
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No lip on the camera bump. It seats flush or the lip is so small, I can't notice it