Hi all,
Now I've had a few more cases come through the door, I thought this would be the opportune moment to start a new thread up and take any questions. I'll be adding the case reviews/thoughts as they come through!
Before I start, you can check out the reviews which were done at the start of the month on the cases that came through first here:
OnePlus 5 Official Protective Cases (Karbon, Sandstone, Ebony Wood)
OnePlus 5 Otterbox & Silicone Protective Case (w/ Orzly/OnePlus TGSP TEST)
OnePlus 5 Orzly FlexiCase & Wallet Case First Look and Review
OnePlus 5 SLEO Hard Case
Spigen Rugged Armor
I'm still awaiting Spigen to put up for sale the rest of their case line in the UK, so for now, the Rugged Armor is the only case I've managed to grab from them. It's very similar to the OnePlus 3 version in pretty much every way!
The Rugged Armor is one large TPU case, it adds a reasonable level of bulk, but also provides a reasonable level of protection. One of my favourite cases so far!
Orzly SlimStand Case
This was a case I bought effectively so I could review it for you guys, however I've found myself using it A LOT. The case itself feels premium, well designed and thing but at the same time I'm happy that it'll provide some impact protection. If it were just the case, I'd be happy- but Orzly have gone a step further and added a stand on to the back of it.
The ringstand on the back of the case, seems to be stuck on well (I've shaken it quite a fair bit) and you can rotate it so you can stand the phone up in multiple different ways. I like it, and I like it even more at the moment as they seem to be selling it for £$4.99
Tudia MERGE Case
Another case that I reviewed last year on the OnePlus 3! As with Spigen & Orzly, I've got other cases on order but Tudia's shipping isn't it's strong point. It took them almost a month to get this case to me, so I'm holding out very little hope that the OMNIX I ordered will be delivered any time soon.
That being said, the case itself is sold, made of two different parts and will provide an adequate level of protection to most people. Be aware that if you've got a skin on your phone, it'll likely rip it off as you remove the case!
MY FAVOURITE: ORZLY FUSION BUMPER
I'll be adding to this post over the next month as more cases arrive!
Amazing.
Waiting spigen neo hybrid case
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I've just got the silm stand case and I'm actually loving it.
It sounds stupid but it so slim! It's like a protective skin!
The Orzly Fusion case came through today, unfortunately my video camera seems to have given up the ghost. Whilst I try and find some sort of replacement; I've grabbed some photos so you can take a look.
This is absolutely my FAVOURITE case so far. Absolutely worth the purchase in my view!
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Great idea for a thread! Im loving my flexicases and the slim case I have. Awaiting on my fusion bumper, but seeing as you got yours I should have it soon! Can't wait. The images look great!!
DarkExistence said:
Great idea for a thread! Im loving my flexicases and the slim case I have. Awaiting on my fusion bumper, but seeing as you got yours I should have it soon! Can't wait. The images look great!!
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After using it for a further day, it's cemented in my mind as my favourite case so far!
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After using it for a further day, it's cemented in my mind as my favourite case so far!
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Great to hear! Would you mind telling me exactly how grippy it is? I see little bits sticking out where your hand would usually rest. I take a lot of photos so if it's grippy that's a win win!
DarkExistence said:
Great to hear! Would you mind telling me exactly how grippy it is? I see little bits sticking out where your hand would usually rest. I take a lot of photos so if it's grippy that's a win win!
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While I'm not Jono I could answer this.
The zones with extra grip on them are really grippy. I can basically shake my phone with minimal pressure from my hands and it will stay in place. It was a smart idea to put that extra grip where you hand would rest
A Guy Called Revive said:
While I'm not Jono I could answer this.
The zones with extra grip on them are really grippy. I can basically shake my phone with minimal pressure from my hands and it will stay in place. It was a smart idea to put that extra grip where you hand would rest
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Thanks. How comfortable are the grippy bits? grips van go either way. While I much prefer a phone case to be grippy instead of slippy, in my experience there are different types of grip depending on how soft they are. (grippy bits made of harder plastic materials can sort of stick into your hand and get uncomfortable after a while, but the more softer rubbery types of grip tend to grip well in a way that is really comfortable). Being as you've actually used one of these, which of the two types would you say these are?
They look like the nice soft type in the photos, but I always prefer to hear from hands on experience.
Thanks.
I have the original Bumper Case but my only concern with it is the camera lens on the back. This case is so slim it doesn't raise any protection agains't lens scratches.
Looking at these videos, I like the raised protection on the camera lens of the Spigen case. Sure it is bulky but I rather that and have a good protection.
A Guy Called Revive said:
While I'm not Jono I could answer this.
The zones with extra grip on them are really grippy. I can basically shake my phone with minimal pressure from my hands and it will stay in place. It was a smart idea to put that extra grip where you hand would rest
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Thanks! No more worrying about doing landscape photography then
AnabolicAndroidz said:
Thanks. How comfortable are the grippy bits? grips van go either way. While I much prefer a phone case to be grippy instead of slippy, in my experience there are different types of grip depending on how soft they are. (grippy bits made of harder plastic materials can sort of stick into your hand and get uncomfortable after a while, but the more softer rubbery types of grip tend to grip well in a way that is really comfortable). Being as you've actually used one of these, which of the two types would you say these are?
They look like the nice soft type in the photos, but I always prefer to hear from hands on experience.
Thanks.
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I want to say a mixture of the two? The grippy bits are hard but feel like the rest its made of soft touch like the rest of the case. Definitely doesn't get uncomfortable in the hand.
I upgraded to the OP5 from the OnePlus 2, which endured a TON of drops thanks to it's variation of the Spigen Rugged case. I got the OP5 variation soon after buying it, hoping for a similar experience, and I'm glad to say that it's given me just that. Great case, great design and doesn't add a whole lot of weight either.
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I want to say a mixture of the two? The grippy bits are hard but feel like the rest its made of soft touch like the rest of the case. Definitely doesn't get uncomfortable in the hand.
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Yeah, that's the main thing.
On a side note, just an amusing after thought...
Anyone just catching the last sentence hearing us go on about how grippy hard and soft it is might wonder what in the hell we were talking about if they heard that out of context!! (so just for the record, we're talking about the Orzly Fusion case) ......honest!!
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Yeah, that's the main thing.
On a side note, just an amusing after thought...
Anyone just catching the last sentence hearing us go on about how grippy hard and soft it is might wonder what in the hell we were talking about if they heard that out of context!! (so just for the record, we're talking about the Orzly Fusion case) ......honest!!
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Yeah.... *Looks around* Totally...
Honestly, just talking about the Orzly fusion case.
move along people
I JUST SAID MOVE ALONG
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Otterbox Commuter Case
Samsung Galaxy Note
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Before I begin...
Otterbox is renowned for their premiere armor-like phone cases. I have owned many phones and two of which I put Otterbox phone cases on. Outside of Otterbox cases, I have tried countless cases at a variety of prices and quality. Some cases are pretty good, but none have the same appeal, protection, and reputation that Otterbox does. Upon unboxing the Otterbox commuter case, I discovered both international and US versions of the phone screen protectors. And, in the photos I have uploaded, you'll see that I actually have the international Note screen protector instead of the US version. I'll explain later...
Both Otterbox cases I have owned (Motorola Atrix, Samsung Galaxy Note) are very similar to each other. Even though my Atrix had a Defender case and the Note now has the Commuter case, both actually give the same feeling of protectiveness, look, and feel. When I first put the Defender case on my Atrix, I immediately knew that Otterbox will be the case for all my phones in the future. Otterbox makes a plethora of cases for many makes and models of cellular phones, so I knew that we would eventually get these bad boys. I received mine yesterday and immediately ditched my previous case for the only case my Note will have protect it again.
Also... In my opinion, Otterbox cases speak for themselves and don't need actual reviews, just someone saying, "Go buy it now. You won't regret it."
The Look...
One word to describe this case would be: Armor. The way this case looks with the polygonal insets to connect the soft silicon to the hard shell casing gives it a great look. There are slotted cross dashes on the back of the case with Otterbox's logo near the bottom. The classic sloped front fit around the screen is also present with this Otterbox case. Everything about this case is sleek, stylish, and protective. Great looking case.
Defects? What defects... There were no defects present on this case, nor were there on my first Otterbox case. I expect this type of quality from Otterbox. If anyone has experienced defects with their Otterbox case, please comment and give some insight on the customer service portion of the Otterbox company.
The Fit...
Putting this case on the phone was more trouble than I thought it would be, but I welcomed it, since every other case I had up to now had yet to give me the right fit I was looking for. After about 30 seconds of initial fitting, the case is on and the fit is amazing. The tightness of the fitting of this case is great. It gives a great secure feeling to the phone that no other case has provided.
The power buttons and volume buttons are covered by solid elevated silicone, which provides just enough resistance to where it wont accidentally be activated by walking or bumping into things from within the pocket of your pants. The 3.5mm and phone charger inputs are covered by silicone flaps that are inset into the case. Both inputs are large enough to provide the physical connections with the cords without being obstructed by the case. The spen opening is generous and allows for easy removal. The speaker has an opening through the case as well.
The protection...
Apart from the protection that the case itself provides, Otterbox provides a screen protector (for both versions of the note) as well. Pretty straight forward screen protector, two films surrounding the outer and inner surfaces of the protector. It comes with a small microfiber wiping cloth and the squeegee for those pesky air bubbles. I started with the US version of the screen protectors (duh) but for some reason, i got dust on the protector itself and it was just a mess from the beginning, so I went ahead and put the international one on. The only difference between the two protectors is the cutout on the bottom of the international one. Looks a little odd, but it works.
Conclusion...
My overall experience with Otterbox has been great. Both cases I have owned have been of the utmost quality. No other case provides me with the look, the feel, and the protection that Otterbox has given me with their cases. I am very pleased with this case and highly recommend it to anyone.
not to point fingers.... but do you work for otterbox? Just never seen someone go through so much effort on a review as far as the layout goes, if you dont work for them i think the effort is awesome.
No I don't work for otterbox... but I may have put more effort into this than I think was needed, lol
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Can you take pictures of the empty case next to the note so we can see how much bulk it adds?
How sticky is it when you pull it out of your pocket?
What is the responsiveness related to the cover and the s-pen?
SteveSlimer said:
Can you take pictures of the empty case next to the note so we can see how much bulk it adds?
How sticky is it when you pull it out of your pocket?
What is the responsiveness related to the cover and the s-pen?
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Ill see what I can do about the pictures. As far as the stickiness of the case... its actually pretty smooth. Comes out of the pocket pretty easily. The spen has great responsiveness to the screen with the screen protector on. No difference as far as I can tell with the screen protector.
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I had an Otterbox Commuter on my late Dell Streak and it was really good but a little bulky. And it didn't have a cradle! On my Note I have Seidio Active with a kickstand and cradle, and I should say it's more elegant and compact with same level of protection. Just my two cents...
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Nice review.
When the case is on, do you find any added resistance when putting the phone in or taking it out of your pocket? Thanks.
I have been looking for a case for my note for a long time. This one looks pretty damn nice. Do you have a link on where to buy it from?
gsharp63 said:
I have been looking for a case for my note for a long time. This one looks pretty damn nice. Do you have a link on where to buy it from?
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I just ordered yesterday .
Below is the link.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/190674235355?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_4039wt_1163
ajsam4u said:
I just ordered yesterday .
Below is the link.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/190674235355?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_4039wt_1163
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This one is a touch cheaper, and the seller has a better rating.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Otterbox-Sa...ccessories&hash=item4603e450e4#ht_6112wt_1106
tonyc0642 said:
This one is a touch cheaper, and the seller has a better rating.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Otterbox-Sa...ccessories&hash=item4603e450e4#ht_6112wt_1106
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Man ... U saved 3 Cents .. Hehehehe
Great case
I just bought this case a few days ago. All i can say that it is a very sturdy and rugged case. I would have opt of the defender for about $15 more but they did not have it in stock so I got the commuter.
Overall a solid case. Definitely recommend
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not to point fingers.... but do you work for otterbox? Just never seen someone go through so much effort on a review as far as the layout goes, if you dont work for them i think the effort is awesome.
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right lol
his post looks like its to be presented to the masses lol
much props to him for taking the time to do that
ajsam4u said:
Man ... U saved 3 Cents .. Hehehehe
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Honestly the three cents is inconsequential. It could have been a couple dollars more and I still would have gotten it simply because the seller is SpigenSGP (who also happen to make the best crystal clear screen protectors I've ever used), and they have a 100% seller rating.
Nice review. Any problems with dust particles on the silicon portion of the case when pulling the Note out of a pocket? With other cases that has been my experience and the look of the case decreases due to it.
mbnocx said:
Nice review. Any problems with dust particles on the silicon portion of the case when pulling the Note out of a pocket? With other cases that has been my experience and the look of the case decreases due to it.
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you get some dust but for me it was on the outside of the case. I got my commuter off amazon for half price! I dont think it makes it bulky like the other Otter box case but it makes it have a good feel in the hand. without it the phones feels slippery.
Just ordered me a Otterbox for $7
From where?
charlieb620 said:
Just ordered me a Otterbox for $7
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Yes please do tell
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There was 5 available but they all sold for $7. The seller fb was excellent as far as selling otterboxes for Samsung phones. Talked to the seller before I pulled the trigger. He said they are bought in bulk with little to no packaging. I will be doing a review in here of it's condition.
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Hi Gang,
I tried submitting this to Supcase itself on the product page of their website, but they have reCaptcha issues, I couldn't so it - So I was able to submit to them via the form for contacting them, which didn't have the same issue.
I figured that it could also be used here. Link to product (get through Amazon though, cheaper) and review I typed up:
http://www.supcase.com/google-nexus-6-unicorn-beetle-clear-bumper-protective-case.html
"New Nexus 6, and wanted a good looking case to go with it. Over at XDA Developers, the discussion drifted towards several, however the Supcase Hybrid jumped out at a lot of us besides myself.
I cannot speak to actual protection, nor do I really want to find out, however the case arrived 1 day before the phone, and my thoughts follow after 2 days of use (I have the Frosted Black):
Awesome aesthetics! - From the bevels on the front edges of the lips at the screen edge to the overall looks and integration of the outer PC ring to the TPU shell, it just looks fantastic. It doesn't, in my opinion, add any real size to the phone itself. The ridges give it some grip, and the TPU seems to be grippy enough for me (especially if you have a little sweat as you are getting used to handling this beast).
The cutouts work well, I only noticed a slight misalignment of the microphone hole on the back, that could be just due to the phone, or manufacturing, but overall it is not a deal breaker, enough of it is there to make it only noticeable as if one is writing a review, in operation no one would be able to tell (there are those who would just drill it out a bit and issue solved, I don't feel it necessary.)
Having the dimple for the Motorola symbol and the camera cutout make great reference points for using your hand holding it if not taking a pic/video, the phone is well balanced and once you have had it a couple of days you know what you can and shouldn't do with it in that regard. (I use Voice to text a lot, so I do not feel the urge to do one handed typing).
The power button and volume rocker are tight - in a good way - meaning you definitely have a solid feel to both. While others feel that the power button should have a different feel, or ridges on it to separate it from the rocker, my feeling on this is that for this phone, you only have the power and volume rocker, is it really that hard to know what you have slid your finger onto? (Realistically I would have preferred if Moto had placed the volume rocker on the other side as like my old Galaxy Nexus, that accomplished separation, plus if Supcase had made one like this for that phone, each side would lend to give leverage to the other when pressing, I'm saying those buttons are solid, and that's what you want.
I chose the frosted over the black/black, because I want to see the nexus logo, and they didn't disappoint, the phone I have is blue however the frosted areas give it a grey tone even in direct sunlight, and it complements the black outer PC ring. Outstanding.
The only negativity I can find is that on my unit after two days, the upper PC lip seems to be slightly "up" from the phone, this is, I feel, due to me having taken the case off a couple of times, my method was to push te top of the screen up and then corners over to then slide off, it may be that it should be set and forget, but this is not a deal breaker either, it has to give a bit to get onto and off the phone, but it is on, and on good, it's not going anywhere.
That's it for my review - If you want a minimal case to use with the phone that looks great, this is the one to get, as stated I cant say how well it would protect your phone, I've only dropped a phone once, and don't want to try this one, but for the cost they offer for it, you get every penny."
Marc
Nice ?
This is my favorite case so far on this phone. I use the clear one on my white N6 and it looks awesome.
Now if only someone had pics of the red one (cant find anything online). And if only someone had pictures of any color with carbon fiber skin showing through.
bob2300nx said:
Now if only someone had pics of the red one (cant find anything online). And if only someone had pictures of any color with carbon fiber skin showing through.
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I don't have pictures of red one, but my buddy bought exactly the same case for his Note 4, red one, and... well... in reality it looks more pinkish than redish... long story short, he went back to his old case after a week because of the color.
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I don't have pictures of red one, but my buddy bought exactly the same case for his Note 4, red one, and... well... in reality it looks more pinkish than redish... long story short, he went back to his old case after a week because of the color.
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Thats what I was afraid of based off of the stock pictures. Thanks
Wow that is a very nice case, as far as the slimmest case that still offers protection. You guys think there's anything else competitive? Like a silicone one that fits really well?
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Wow that is a very nice case, as far as the slimmest case that still offers protection. You guys think there's anything else competitive? Like a silicone one that fits really well?
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The Spigen tpu air bumper case would be what your looking for. The supcase is nicer though still.
Thx for the fast response. Those were nice but I wanted skinnier. I ordered Ringke slim gunmetal. Ok, no? It's not for major drop protection I mainly just want to minimize case scratches.
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The Spigen tpu air bumper case would be what your looking for. The supcase is nicer though still.
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For the people who want to see how this case looks with a skin -
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Not the best pics but give a pretty good idea what the skin looks behind the case. Hope this helps!
RW-1 said:
If you want a minimal case to use with the phone that looks great, this is the one to get
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I saw this case and immediately ordered it. It'll get here before my N6 will . :crying:
I'm kind of a case whore though, and will probably buy several others before all is said and done. With my Nexus 5, I had 13 cases. Nice little review, thanks.
Ordered on Saturday, received it today. Love Amazon 1 day shipping (was actually free for me on Prime).
First impressions, it is a really nice premium case. It feels good in the hands, buttons are nice to press on (not as nice as Ringke Fusion but better than Spigen Ultra Hybrid). Doesn't add much bulk, plays nice with my tempered glass protector, cutouts are perfect. The dimple is properly aligned with the case. So far I'm pretty impressed and this is probably the best case in my opinion that shows off the back of the phone.
The camera cutout could be further in but is deep enough to withstand a drop if the phone was to be dropped. The phone with the case inside feel good in the hands.
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Ordered on Saturday, received it today. Love Amazon 1 day shipping (was actually free for me on Prime).
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Yea same here, kind of surprising, had never seen free one day shipping before. But ordered yesterday and got it today.
So far, love it. I also ordered a ringke slim and a spigen slim armor. The ringke is easily the smallest case as it is really slim, but it also feels like a cheapish piece of plastic. The spigen was good, but a little bit hefty and the buttons on it were terrible.
This is inbetween in size. Small enough that the added bulk doesn't make the phone seem too big, but enough to feel it offers some food protection. It feels good in the hand and looks great. The buttons are a bit stuff but pretty good.
The only real downside is the small microphone? hole near the bottom of the back is slightly misaligned, as the op said.
Can you guys please compare to the ringe fusion?
Also interested in the difference in bulk between this and the fusion
Supcase feels a little thicker but I think its more that the material is harder. It definitely feels slightly bulkier than the fusion.
Just received mine. First case for my nexus as I just received it today too but damn does it feel good. Buttons feel nice and love the clear back to show off the white. Deff slim and love the way its perfectly designed for the nexus with the indent on the back.
I have the PRO SERIES an man is it good! I've had it on since a week after I got the phone. Only complaint is the camera hole is to long (all the way to the Moto symbol). But the protection is there, feel is good, grip is excellent, all cutouts are lined up great! Add the fact that our N6's are water resistant! I'm feeling safe!
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Also interested in the difference in bulk between this and the fusion
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There's a difference, but it's not a bad difference. It's bulkier than the Fusion but still very much slim and easy to hold in 1 hand.
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Can you guys please compare to the ringe fusion?
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Major comparisons:
1. Buttons on the Ringke Fusion is a lot better, it's clicky. But by no means that the Supcase buttons are bad, they're actually pretty good and nice to press but Fusion is clicky.
2. The Ringke Fusion back is prone to scratches very easily and depending on what color you get. Crystal View may become "yellowish" over time.
3. The dust covers aren't on the Supcase which is a ++++. Yeah you can cut it off but that's kinda cheap.
4. The Nexus 6 "dimple" is present on the Supcase which is really cool, makes the N6 easier to hold on.
5. Supcase has more grip and feels better in the hands. It is slightly more bulky but doesn't add much bulk when compared to a Spigen Slim Armor or something. Very easy to type with one hand and hold with excellent grip.
I love the look of this case (always have) but I'm concerned with the amount of protection it provides vs the Diztronic Ultra I ended up buying on release back at the end of Nov or beginning of Dec (whenever it came out.. Can't remember).
I have been looking for a case similar to the UAG. I still want to get it, but the camera issue will eventually bug me. The case I'm looking for has to have a clear backing and something of a hybrid like the UAG without the flash issue. Any ideas or suggestions will be appreciated.
These:
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Great reviews man! I still on the fence. I like the poetic because it seems more sturdier than the supcase. On the other hand, I like the look of the supcase a little bit more. I read some reviews for the supcase and it made me cringe when I read the review about the broken device from a small drop. U never had this hard of a problem trying to figure out which case to get for my device.
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I read some reviews for the supcase and it made me cringe when I read the review about the broken device from a small drop.
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Just remember, there are stupid people out there writing stupid reviews.
All great products will have their handful of horrid reviews.
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Great reviews man! I still on the fence. I like the poetic because it seems more sturdier than the supcase. On the other hand, I like the look of the supcase a little bit more. I read some reviews for the supcase and it made me cringe when I read the review about the broken device from a small drop. U never had this hard of a problem trying to figure out which case to get for my device.
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I prefer the Supcase, but hate the sides since they are rough But the Poetic is best of both worlds!
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Just remember, there are stupid people out there writing stupid reviews.
All great products will have their handful of horrid reviews.
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Yes, like those drop tests...haha
WinDroidGuy said:
I prefer the Supcase, but hate the sides since they are rough But the Poetic is best of both worlds!
Yes, like those drop tests...haha
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I have a feeling most people will never drop their phone much more than 5 feet to the ground, in which case, most any slim TPU case will do the job.
If you're careless and constantly throwing your phone around, get the tried and true otterbox.
For the past 5 years, I've been using nothing but TPU cases and a screen protector, after a year or two, my phones still look like new.
I use the Ringke Fusion, and have dropped my phone about 4ft to the pavement once already since it was on my lap when getting out of the car. The phone is unscathed, of course.
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Thanks guys for the advice. I went and bought the poetic case. The moko case does look really nice and probably give adequate protection. I did also see the body glove case for the n6 which looked awesome, but then didn't have a clear backing available.
Air Jacket Grip Case (Moto X)
My last phone was a 2013 Moto X which I put into an Air Jacket Grip case by Power Support. It was one of the cases available through Moto. That thing fit around my phone really snug and it was clear so it didn't add much bulk and didn't change the overall feel of the phone. Additionally the phone felt protected from falls and was definitely protected from scratches. My Moto X still looks good as new today.
Any recommendations for something similar as far as feel? I wouldn't mind something in a solid color as I'm not overly excited about having a blue phone but I definitely want that snugness.
The two cases posted by the OP seem to meet the criteria but before I buy, I would like to ask / know if anyone with a similar experience have any opinion or other options.
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Great reviews man! I still on the fence. I like the poetic because it seems more sturdier than the supcase. On the other hand, I like the look of the supcase a little bit more. I read some reviews for the supcase and it made me cringe when I read the review about the broken device from a small drop. U never had this hard of a problem trying to figure out which case to get for my device.
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I have the Beetle Supcase and it is nice but I really am not too confident on how much drop protection it would offer. The corners and sides just don't seem like they would have enough cushioning to protect from a fall. But for basic protection it is nice.
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My last phone was a 2013 Moto X which I put into an Air Jacket Grip case by Power Support. It was one of the cases available through Moto. That thing fit around my phone really snug and it was clear so it didn't add much bulk and didn't change the overall feel of the phone. Additionally the phone felt protected from falls and was definitely protected from scratches. My Moto X still looks good as new today.
Any recommendations for something similar as far as feel? I wouldn't mind something in a solid color as I'm not overly excited about having a blue phone but I definitely want that snugness.
The two cases posted by the OP seem to meet the criteria but before I buy, I would like to ask / know if anyone with a similar experience have any opinion or other options.
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I prefer the ringke fusion in smoke black. Helps flatten out the back of the phone as well to make it easier to use on a table. Also check out the dbrand skins if you don't like the midnight blue. Check out the YouTube video below to see the case and the skin. Looks amazing.
http://youtu.be/fRaASeqdn-o
I decided on the poetic case and I love it. Feels pretty good in my hands. Love the clear backing.
KappaAce2010 said:
I decided on the poetic case and I love it. Feels pretty good in my hands. Love the clear backing.
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Pics please.
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Pics please.
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There's a video review on the 2nd post though...
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There's a video review on the 2nd post though...
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I can see that, thanks.
Just FYI, even with the very best heavy duty cases, the glass can still shatter. Sometimes even from short drops. I only mention this because I have the UAG on my Galaxy Note and it fell out of my pocket as I got out of my car this morning. A very short drop of just a few feet. It impacted face down, and even with the substantial rubber lip the glass shatter was a big web. So if you see bad reviews, those are probably just bad luck, not that the case wasn't any good.
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Just FYI, even with the very best heavy duty cases, the glass can still shatter. Sometimes even from short drops. I only mention this because I have the UAG on my Galaxy Note and it fell out of my pocket as I got out of my car this morning. A very short drop of just a few feet. It impacted face down, and even with the substantial rubber lip the glass shatter was a big web. So if you see bad reviews, those are probably just bad luck, not that the case wasn't any good.
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You are very correct. I've been fortunate enough to have never broken a phone, but i've seen it happen so many times.
personally, im using the Supcase Unicorn Beetle Pro, and its great! I really like the added thickness as now I dont feel like im gonna snap the phone in half. unfortunately the balt clip just broke so I ordered another of the same one to use while I wait for the warranty to go through. If you want to feel more secure with your phone, get this case lol
I'm torn between the Nylon, Red silicone, and the sandstone. What do you guys recommend and what are your experiences with them?
My OEM OnePlus 6T Sandstone case arrived today.
https://www.oneplus.com/oneplus-6t-protective-case
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Another thumbs-up to OnePlus for fit & overall quality.
1) The finish is the star here,wish the phone itself had the same,as with the OG 1+1.
2) Low profile,adds little to the overall width/thickness of the phone.
Unlike a lot of 3rd party thin cases,this one feels substantial & secure,a reassuring "snap" when you install it,it's not going to pop-off unless you want to remove it.
3) The side edges are raised enough to place the phone face-down with confidence,but,does not get in the way of using the phone.
The rear camera is safe as well,it sits below the surface of the case.
If there was an achilles heel for this case,it would be the top & bottom edges of the phone are fully exposed.
That doesn't bother me,but,if I had a choice of one of the two edges to be covered,it would be the top,since there's nothing going on there anyway.
The buttons are exposed on the sides,but,I consider that an asset (& a necessity for the slider switch).
If I were rating this on a 5-Star system,I'd give it a 4.5 out of 5, a half point deducted for the top edge being exposed.
A definite buy,take your pick of color/finish,but,I find the sandstone to be the best in both looks & feel-in-hand/grippiness. :good:
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My OEM OnePlus 6T Sandstone case arrived today.
https://www.oneplus.com/oneplus-6t-protective-case
Another thumbs-up to OnePlus for fit & overall quality.
1) The finish is the star here,wish the phone itself had the same,as with the OG 1+1.
2) Low profile,adds little to the overall width/thickness of the phone.
Unlike a lot of 3rd party thin cases,this one feels substantial & secure,a reassuring "snap" when you install it,it's not going to pop-off unless you want to remove it.
3) The side edges are raised enough to place the phone face-down with confidence,but,does not get in the way of using the phone.
The rear camera is safe as well,it sits below the surface of the case.
If there was an achilles heel for this case,it would be the top & bottom edges of the phone are fully exposed.
That doesn't bother me,but,if I had a choice of one of the two edges to be covered,it would be the top,since there's nothing going on there anyway.
The buttons are exposed on the sides,but,I consider that an asset (& a necessity for the slider switch).
If I were rating this on a 5-Star system,I'd give it a 4.5 out of 5, a half point deducted for the top edge being exposed.
A definite buy,take your pick of color/finish,but,I find the sandstone to be the best in both looks & feel-in-hand/grippiness. :good:
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Plus 1 for the sandstone, I loved the feeling of OnePlus One. I'm so glad they continue to make cases with the same texture.
KOLIOSIS said:
My OEM OnePlus 6T Sandstone case arrived today.
https://www.oneplus.com/oneplus-6t-protective-case
Another thumbs-up to OnePlus for fit & overall quality.
1) The finish is the star here,wish the phone itself had the same,as with the OG 1+1.
2) Low profile,adds little to the overall width/thickness of the phone.
Unlike a lot of 3rd party thin cases,this one feels substantial & secure,a reassuring "snap" when you install it,it's not going to pop-off unless you want to remove it.
3) The side edges are raised enough to place the phone face-down with confidence,but,does not get in the way of using the phone.
The rear camera is safe as well,it sits below the surface of the case.
If there was an achilles heel for this case,it would be the top & bottom edges of the phone are fully exposed.
That doesn't bother me,but,if I had a choice of one of the two edges to be covered,it would be the top,since there's nothing going on there anyway.
The buttons are exposed on the sides,but,I consider that an asset (& a necessity for the slider switch).
If I were rating this on a 5-Star system,I'd give it a 4.5 out of 5, a half point deducted for the top edge being exposed.
A definite buy,take your pick of color/finish,but,I find the sandstone to be the best in both looks & feel-in-hand/grippiness. :good:
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Had the sandstone for my 5T. May have to bite the bullet and get it for my 6T.
I would have but i'm worried about the top and bottom
I just got mine today. It's great! This is just the kind of case I buy for all my phones.
I love that it's super slim, the texture, button cutouts, perfect fit, etc.
I bought the Nylon case, I wanted to have more durability and a nice look and this case is perfect for me. Thought about carbon too, but on the site it is rated that it is thicker.
Nylon case every time. Nice grip, not bulky, feels amazing, and you also get a micro fibre lining inside the case which is essential for stopping dirt from scratching your phone while the case is on. It also protects the top and bottom.
Used to love the sandstone case, but as it's hard plastic you will definitely end up with scratches and marks on your phone, especially on the soft metal frame, from tiny pieces of dirt. That has been the case since the OP5 onwards, as the anodized aluminium shows marks up more than the silver OP3/T used to.
Plus the only time I've dropped a phone in over 5 years with the OP6, I had sandstone case on, and the top edge got destroyed because the curve of the frame goes beyond the corners of the case.
Does anyone know if this case happens to interfere with a screen protector?
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Does anyone know if this case happens to interfere with a screen protector?
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No.. All oneplus cases are compatible with official tamper glass screen protectors :good:
Pro tip: if you need drop protection go for bumper cases, others like the sandstone and other slim cases offer limited protection.
striker33 said:
Nylon case every time. Nice grip, not bulky, feels amazing, and you also get a micro fibre lining inside the case which is essential for stopping dirt from scratching your phone while the case is on. It also protects the top and bottom.
Used to love the sandstone case, but as it's hard plastic you will definitely end up with scratches and marks on your phone, especially on the soft metal frame, from tiny pieces of dirt. That has been the case since the OP5 onwards, as the anodized aluminium shows marks up more than the silver OP3/T used to.
Plus the only time I've dropped a phone in over 5 years with the OP6, I had sandstone case on, and the top edge got destroyed because the curve of the frame goes beyond the corners of the case.
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I got the nylon case and it is a little slick but I love it! Looks and feels so good! Wish the sandstone was full protection like the nylon case though
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Another vote for the nylon case. Enough grip, good protection and still fits in my Klein belt pouch for work.
Funk Wizard said:
No.. All oneplus cases are compatible with official tamper glass screen protectors :good:
Pro tip: if you need drop protection go for bumper cases, others like the sandstone and other slim cases offer limited protection.
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I ordered the Karbon protective case thinking it was the bumper case version. While i feel like it offers little to no drop protection, it is a nice smooth feel and makes the phone feel like my old Droid Maxx Dev Edition. I wish i had seen this post when i ordered. lol.
I've got the sandstone and nylon case. I like swapping cases every now and then and imo those two are just perfect. The sandstone is slim and grippy and the nylon case offers superb protection and looks awesome.
Another vote for nylon. I'm lovin' it!
kitcostantino said:
I ordered the Karbon protective case thinking it was the bumper case version. While i feel like it offers little to no drop protection, it is a nice smooth feel and makes the phone feel like my old Droid Maxx Dev Edition. I wish i had seen this post when i ordered. lol.
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Well bumper cases are listed here just for reference
https://www.oneplus.in/oneplus-6t-bumper-case
reppi said:
I've got the sandstone and nylon case. I like swapping cases every now and then and imo those two are just perfect. The sandstone is slim and grippy and the nylon case offers superb protection and looks awesome.
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namurt said:
Another vote for nylon. I'm lovin' it!
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Yeah nylon case is also one that I like, though I don't keep the case on most of the time. Nylon case give good protection and textured feel in the hand.
Careful dropping it on un even surfaces, the pebbly streets of NYC cracked my screen even with tempered glass on it.
I used the OEM sandstone case.
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Careful dropping it on un even surfaces, the pebbly streets of NYC cracked my screen even with tempered glass on it.
I used the OEM sandstone case.
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Damn That is why you need bumper cases for drop protection. Hope you have insurance on your device.
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Damn That is why you need bumper cases for drop protection. Hope you have insurance on your device.
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I have insurance now... XD
I got the Karbon protective case, fabricated with Kevlar, but I wish I'd got the bumper case cause that looks more protective to me
Hey just wanted to give my two cents on the Spigen Tough Armor case.
I am a long term Spigen user and have yet to find a case from them that has disappointed, this one certainly keeps that reputation going!
For its price the quality is unbeatable, all the ports are cut accurately and generous enough to accept standard chargers and headphones. The buttons still have that awesome pixel tactile feeling as well. The only con I would give it is I wish the material of the initial layer would be a bit more rubbery to better absorb impacts, it feels closer to a hard plastic than a rubber.
With the two part construction and beefy corners protection is certainly up there with the best, keep in mind it is not minimalistic case and will add a decent amount of bulk, there are drawbacks to protection but I feel this case is a good medium ground between keeping the sleek look of the phone while maximizing durability.
ALSO; the kickstand is an awesome bonus that I never knew I can't live without. It stands the phone in the horizontal position at two different angles.
Here's the link I purchased it from (Amazon Canada, sorry)
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07MJ7V5PB/ref=pe_3034960_233709270_TE_item
Let me know if you've got any other questions!
Cheers
T-frizzy said:
Hey just wanted to give my two cents on the Spigen Tough Armor case.
Here's the link I purchased it from (Amazon Canada, sorry)
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07MJ7V5PB/ref=pe_3034960_233709270_TE_item
Let me know if you've got any other questions!
Cheers
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Thanks. Here's the US link.
T-frizzy said:
Hey just wanted to give my two cents on the Spigen Tough Armor case.
I am a long term Spigen user and have yet to find a case from them that has disappointed, this one certainly keeps that reputation going!
For its price the quality is unbeatable, all the ports are cut accurately and generous enough to accept standard chargers and headphones. The buttons still have that awesome pixel tactile feeling as well. The only con I would give it is I wish the material of the initial layer would be a bit more rubbery to better absorb impacts, it feels closer to a hard plastic than a rubber.
With the two part construction and beefy corners protection is certainly up there with the best, keep in mind it is not minimalistic case and will add a decent amount of bulk, there are drawbacks to protection but I feel this case is a good medium ground between keeping the sleek look of the phone while maximizing durability.
ALSO; the kickstand is an awesome bonus that I never knew I can't live without. It stands the phone in the horizontal position at two different angles.
Here's the link I purchased it from (Amazon Canada, sorry)
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07MJ7V5PB/ref=pe_3034960_233709270_TE_item
Let me know if you've got any other questions!
Cheers
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Plus one. I had the tough armor for my v30. I was so happy with it I bought the pixel 3a xl version. I'm happy.
Since I got the purple-ish phone I wanted a clear case. The spigen liquid crystal is really nice. I normally hate cases, but I would rather be safe than sorry lately. So, using that and the LK branded screen protectors. Both work brilliantly together to offer great protection!
frozeninferno said:
Since I got the purple-ish phone I wanted a clear case. The spigen liquid crystal is really nice. I normally hate cases, but I would rather be safe than sorry lately. So, using that and the LK branded screen protectors. Both work brilliantly together to offer great protection!
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I just received mine this weekend--crystal clear. I really like it. I normally just use a skin to give it grip but decided to try this one even though it took about 2 wks to arrive. My son got the "rugged" version and is very happy with it. On both (and maybe any case), we get a more accurate first-time fingerprint read . I really missed the back-reader when I went to MOTO Z3 P, so looked forward to this one. Being a little smaller, it doesn't seem to read as easily as the N5X or N6P, but these cases seem to put the finger where its needed.
The Spigen liquid crystal presents a nice fit--no gaps--esp around the headphone jack as other clear covers I'd tried in the past. It's easy to get on/off but still sturdy with a cushiony feel. I'm sure this isn't a case for "droppers." We still haven't settled on a screen protector.
ritchea said:
I just received mine this weekend--crystal clear. I really like it. I normally just use a skin to give it grip but decided to try this one even though it took about 2 wks to arrive. My son got the "rugged" version and is very happy with it. On both (and maybe any case), we get a more accurate first-time fingerprint read . I really missed the back-reader when I went to MOTO Z3 P, so looked forward to this one. Being a little smaller, it doesn't seem to read as easily as the N5X or N6P, but these cases seem to put the finger where its needed.
The Spigen liquid crystal presents a nice fit--no gaps--esp around the headphone jack as other clear covers I'd tried in the past. It's easy to get on/off but still sturdy with a cushiony feel. I'm sure this isn't a case for "droppers." We still haven't settled on a screen protector.
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Oh trust me, you can drop your phone with this and it will be very well protected. I have used the "rugged" they call on the Pixel before and even that was plenty of cushion for quite a few drops on my S8+ (for the S8+, it was not called the rugged case). Don't be too worried, all of their cases are very protective and that is why I trust them. Wife and I both use Spigen, she always has iPhones and I have Androids and we have never had issues. Fitment is always amazing and protection is great as well.
If you can, get the LK screen protectors. Got mine from Amazon. They fit nicely and do not go too far out to the edges, "case safe." It was also pretty easy to install and it comes in a pack of 3.
Edit: if you ordered from either Spigen or Amazon, these cases had to be put in stock as this is a new phone. Normally it does not take long to receive items at all. I prefer ordering through Amazon because you get the Spigen items at a huge discount.
Have this case as well. I initially got a very cheap (less than 5 bucks) case while waiting for this to become available. I've stuck with Spigen ever since my Galaxy S5 and they never disappoint. These are always tough, sleek with a non-obnoxious design, and don't ruin the ability to easily get the phone in and out of your pocket.
This case is great! It's the one I am using.
I bought 3 cases for the P3aXL.
Spigen Tough Armor
Incipio
NiuBox Armor Slim Fit Dual Layer
Spigen was very good. Didn't like the feel of the buttons.
Incipio was a POS fingerprint magnet. Sucked
NiuBox is great!.I love the buttons and the textured feel of the case! It has chrome buttons that look really nice. They really stick out a lot and are so easy to use. The fingerprint reader is angled slightly down. I like it this way. Kept this case and returned the other 2.
Case currently not installed. Waiting on a sim card from Tello.com
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Got the sim card in. I love the way this case feels in my hand! Feels like there is no case on. Buttons are the best! Funny it has a 30 day warranty. We will see
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This is what I purchased for mine.. Pixel 3a/ 3a XL | Spigen® [Rugged Armor] Matte Black Shockproof Slim Case Cover. I personally would have purchased a Tech21, I think they are great as well.. Had one for the Note4 back in the day. But Spigen will be my first ever from them.. So far nice easy to put on and fits like a glove.. The way a case should fit.
I get the wanting a case design that you're used to - in my case. it's the SUPCASE UNICORN BEETLE PRO. I have one for the Galaxy S7 Snapdragon (that my incoming 3a XL will replace); naturally, I'll be getting one for the 3a XL. In addition to being a tank of a case at a reasonable price (even on Amazon, it's under $20USD - and that includes the clip-on belt-loop holster) the only lack is a screen-protector (which - for me - is no lack). It also can hide a color choice that you got *stuck* with. (In the case of the S7, it is an ex-Verizon Bold Gold model - complete with the Verizon logo - rather ignominious since the phone itself has T-Mobile firmware in it; therefore I went with Basic (almost "Batman") Black then - I'm sticking with the same color choice for the 3a XL - which will actually match the phone's Just Black.) The S7 is the only cell phone I've ever owned that *wasn't* black (the first cell phone I ever owned was pre-Android - a black Samsung SCH prepaid I bought at Radio Shack; the first Android phone I ever owned was a passed-down Galaxy Nexus in black) - in other words, I don't buy black phones to buck trends - in my case, buying black phones IS the trend.
I just ordered this case. Looks like it has great rubber protection just like the case I had for a Nexus 6. Dropped that N6 a quite a few time times.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T95NS28/
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Dixon Butz said:
I just ordered this case. Looks like it has great rubber protection just like the case I had for a Nexus 6. Dropped that N6 a quite a few time times.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T95NS28/
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It is not soft rubber. I don't like that case. Hate the volume buttons. Did not put it on.
Still my favorite! :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=79808697&postcount=10
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07SH8TKF9/
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I grabbed one as well for my 3a XL, love this case. The only con I can think of is it's hard to find the volume buttons sometimes. The power button is textured which makes it easy to feel it.
I had an Axon 7 for the past 3 years, used nothing but the cheapest cases with a kick stand. This Spigen case feels a lot more premium and looks great.