Have been checking out the Gumdrop Droptech cases for a while.
I like their ruggedness.
I need something I can use at work in an industrial environment.
Today I saw they had the case for the TF201 Prime on pre-order.
Ordered one straightaway.
Hope they start production soon.
http://www.gumdropcases.com/asus-prime.html
very nice looking, I need something like this so I can let my kids use my prime. I called to see when it would be available. The customer service lady I talked to put me on hold to ask the designer when it would be available. He said towards the end of April. I probably wont pre-order but I will definitely be keeping an eye on this.
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very nice looking, I need something like this so I can let my kids use my prime. I called to see when it would be available. The customer service lady I talked to put me on hold to ask the designer when it would be available. He said towards the end of April. I probably wont pre-order but I will definitely be keeping an eye on this.
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The more people that pre-order. The sooner production will start.
So if you are willing to buy eventually, why not pre-order now?
Nice looking case, but $60? I could see spending that for a case that covers the dock as well, or at least works with it. Their competition makes ipad cases that look almost identical for less than half the price...
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The more people that pre-order. The sooner production will start.
So if you are willing to buy eventually, why not pre-order now?
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I wont pre-order because the only thing keeping this case from being perfect is the lack of a stand. I watch ALOT of movies. So I will wait until it's actually available before i put my money on it. I was told towards the end of april, which sounded pretty firm. If that time comes and I still haven't found a good case then I will buy it.
The whole idea of getting enuff preorders in sounds good but I'm pretty sure a lot of prime owners have trouble beleiving a preorder will ever be fullfilled. Kinda like the champaign prime I ordered from best buy lol
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I put in my order. I need a rugged case. I hope it comes sooner than end of April though. I emailed trident and they replied they would not be making a case. Doesn't look like otterbox will either. So this is my only hope. Does anyone know of a different hardcore case like this out now?
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I would LOVE to get that case but the 60 bucks is making me second guess. Will probably wait until some people around here get them or I read a few reviews on how it looks and works with the Prime before I do anything. Thanks for the heads up though
If the designer can produce something close in terms of aesthetics, then I'm onboard.
I really appreciate the thickness and masculinity that this case appears to provide for the TFP.
$60 really isn't that bad, considering a standard Otterbox Defender series case is $50.
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Gumdrop did not post my review
I tried to post a less than stellar review of the case and Gumdrop did not post it. The screen protector makes the screen not very responsive so I have removed the screen protector to get the responsiveness I wanted. Just a heads up that they censor the reviews on the website. I give the case 2 stars.
This case looks very bulky and uber pricey too. Sort of takes away from the whole ethos of wafer thin tablet aswell.
Damn..that's a sick looking case. Wonder how much weight it adds to the tab.
sick sick case!
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PDair has some new cases for the Transformer. Here is the link: http://www.pdair.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=11000659_11001250_11001251
Has anyone bought one yet?
Here are some pictures of the different types.
Ouch! They seem rather expensive. Are they worthy of the cost?
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Ouch! They seem rather expensive. Are they worthy of the cost?
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If you keep the Transformer for at least 5 years then yes.
So my opinion is no.
That must have a built in battery as well!
I am a firm believer in you get what you pay for. I keep reading about the other cases ripping and being all loose after a few day. So its up to you I personally have bought a PDair case just waiting for it to arrive.
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I am a firm believer in you get what you pay for. I keep reading about the other cases ripping and being all loose after a few day. So its up to you I personally have bought a PDair case just waiting for it to arrive.
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Sweet tell me how it is when you get it.
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I've bought phone cases from them in the past and the quality has been really good. I am considering getting this case as well since the others seem to get bad reviews.
If I remember correctly it takes awhile for shipping but my be well worth it.
Please let us know how you like it when it comes in.
Damn, even if you get what you pay for, over $100? You can pay way less and still get a good quality case...granted for the transformer they may not be out yet. The case crown case released recently seems promising. I'm waiting for roocase's version to get released.
CaseCronw is releasing standby case today and it looks promising..i see that the other cases they sell for other tablets have gotten pretty good review.. i just wanted to get some opinions before i jump on this..anyone else thinking of getting or ordered it already?..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055UBTSW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&m=A174CY8CR6S3G5
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CaseCronw is releasing standby case today and it looks promising..i see that the other cases they sell for other tablets have gotten pretty good review.. i just wanted to get some opinions before i jump on this..anyone else thinking of getting or ordered it already?..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055UBTSW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&m=A174CY8CR6S3G5
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Looks nice and under $20. Assuming this is fulfilled by Amazon like their other products, I might have to pick one up.
edit: There's a video in the reviews for the iPad version. Looks great! Tight fit and very thin.
http://www.amazon.com/CaseCrown-App...Y8CR6S3G5&s=electronics&qid=1308957186&sr=1-1
checking out shows $26.56 with tax and shipping.. can this item be fulfilled by amazon at some point? i think i still might jump on this, its still cheaper than most other cases.
Damn, I'm tempted to get this. I've been wanting a good case and I already have a carrying case by case crown. But Roocase's case seems like a better option because its multi angle.
Ill probably pull the trigger on this sometime this week. I just want the thinnest stand case possible. The multi angle is less important to me than being thin and light. Most of the others are bulky and if I wanted something an inch thick that protects the screen I could just just carry the keyboard dock.
The pics on Amazon of the CaseCrown look identical to the case (Jazz) I bought from Steve over at electroniccrap.com..
http://electroniccrap.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=34_36&products_id=51
The flap on the back and the way it tucks, along with the viewing angle and case material seem quite comparable...
I'm happy with the Jazz...fit is good and material is decent, especially given the price point....is rather difficult to type at the given angle...I think I would prefer something with multiple viewing/typing angles and a little better quality material...but again, for the price paid it is a good option...I'm betting the CaseCrown will give similar results...
Ryan...should give you the thin, light case you are looking for...that was my main need and am satisfied from that standpoint...
Is this about the thinnest and lightest we can expect from a fold over case like that?
I'm getting tired of not being able to bring my transformer out due to not having any protection. Stingray, you're making me want this case even more so I hope I'm not disappointed after I order it.
Actually now that I look at it the pictures, it seems like the jazz might even be thinner than the casecrown? It's hard to tell but maybe I'm just seeing things?
Went ahead and pulled the trigger, worth trying for 25.
Finally a case built specifically for the transformer that looks decent! Definitely looking to get this. Can anyone confirm whether or not the tablet docks correctly WITH THE CASE ON?
None of them are built with the case accommodating the dock. It would pretty much require the entire bottom to be cut out.
LucJoe said:
Looks nice and under $20. Assuming this is fulfilled by Amazon like their other products, I might have to pick one up.
edit: There's a video in the reviews for the iPad version. Looks great! Tight fit and very thin.
http://www.amazon.com/CaseCrown-App...Y8CR6S3G5&s=electronics&qid=1308957186&sr=1-1
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Are you in Arizona or Nevada? I don't pay tax on Amazon here in CA.
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None of them are built with the case accommodating the dock. It would pretty much require the entire bottom to be cut out.
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TuffLuv will work with dock but is expensiveand the bottom is mostly cut out.
Looks right for the price. **Purchased!**
Has anyone got this shipped yet? It says in stock july 5th?
just thought i'd throw in my 2 cents here. i just bought 10 CaseCrown iPad2 standby cases for upper management at work and they are really nice cases. one of my friend had one and after messing with it, i liked it enough to recommend to the execs. as soon as the case came up on amazon for the TF i ordered one immediately.
i highly recommend CaseCrown.
Just got an "out of stock" email. They said resupply by Jul 8. Debating cancelling my order.
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Has anyone got this shipped yet? It says in stock july 5th?
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Got an auto email Friday stating they will ship Jun 27th but got nothing so shouted email to them and they stated they did not have enough stock to meet the preorders, next stock they receive is no later than July 8th. I threatened to cancel so they are willing to discount $3 if I wait till then. I preordered Jun 15.
I am in Canada and don't know how these guys ship so I may get this case by August. HA, HA!
Weird, just checked my email and they state it has been shipped.?
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Just got an "out of stock" email. They said resupply by Jul 8. Debating cancelling my order.
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Got an out of stock email as well, not happy
mine shipped out today, can't wait to get it!!
The dock compatibility has the downside of exposing the bottom to possible dust and impact. Only way I see a case supporting dock to be fully protective when undocked is if it had some kind of detachable bottom for when you need to actually dock, Probably would be good if it was held in by tiny pop-in buttons of sorts and with a as small a presence as possible so it doesn't cause any discomfort in holding the tablet.
Hey Guys,
I promised I will never order from Amazon again after they messed up my Asus Prime order! However, I had to jump on this deal !! The original price for the case is $20 something dollars on the sellers website but I think there might be a glitch in their system because they have the same case on Amazon for $11.95!
http://www.amazon.com/MiniSuit-ASUS...PG/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&qid=1324609238&sr=8-22
I noticed the case was for pre-order so I contacted the seller and asked if there is anyway I can get this case sooner. They were very professional and told me the case is in the final stages of production and should be released next week. After chatting some more and some butt kissing they gave me another coupon code for $3.00 off! The case comes out to around $11.90 shipped which I thought was an amazing STEAL!
I think the coupon code still works. This was a personal coupon code so I do not know when they will shut it down (Don't kill me if it doesn't work. Heck, its still worth a try!). Add the item to cart and enter promo code " ASUSPRME " at check out. ENJOY!
asusprmrox said:
Hey Guys,
I promised I will never order from Amazon again after they messed up my Asus Prime order! However, I had to jump on this deal !! The original price for the case is $20 something dollars on the sellers website but I think there might be a glitch in their system because they have the same case on Amazon for $11.95!
http://www.amazon.com/MiniSuit-ASUS...PG/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&qid=1324609238&sr=8-22
I noticed the case was for pre-order so I contacted the seller and asked if there is anyway I can get this case sooner. They were very professional and told me the case is in the final stages of production and should be released next week. After chatting some more and some butt kissing they gave me another coupon code for $3.00 off! The case comes out to around $11.90 shipped which I thought was an amazing STEAL!
I think the coupon code still works. This was a personal coupon code so I do not know when they will shut it down (Don't kill me if it doesn't work. Heck, its still worth a try!). Add the item to cart and enter promo code " ASUSPRME " at check out. ENJOY!
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I am hating this right now I would jump on this if I didn't know I am getting a bunch of Best Buy gift cards for Christmas to pay for the Prime/dock/case
*Goes and in the corner:'(*
asusprmrox said:
Hey Guys,
I promised I will never order from Amazon again after they messed up my Asus Prime order! However, I had to jump on this deal !! The original price for the case is $20 something dollars on the sellers website but I think there might be a glitch in their system because they have the same case on Amazon for $11.95!
http://www.amazon.com/MiniSuit-ASUS...PG/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&qid=1324609238&sr=8-22
I noticed the case was for pre-order so I contacted the seller and asked if there is anyway I can get this case sooner. They were very professional and told me the case is in the final stages of production and should be released next week. After chatting some more and some butt kissing they gave me another coupon code for $3.00 off! The case comes out to around $11.90 shipped which I thought was an amazing STEAL!
I think the coupon code still works. This was a personal coupon code so I do not know when they will shut it down (Don't kill me if it doesn't work. Heck, its still worth a try!). Add the item to cart and enter promo code " ASUSPRME " at check out. ENJOY!
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Thanks for the heads-up! And the code still works- got it for 11.90 with standard shipping.
avinash60 said:
Thanks for the heads-up! And the code still works- got it for 11.90 with standard shipping.
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don't mean to be a party pooper...I had the same case for my og xoom. It is quite thickening and the propping up mechanism is less han stellar. I would save your money for something else.
I jumped in it too.. had on for my xoom and while it does add bulk.. it also adds protection and for 11 bucks, how can you go wrong
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don't mean to be a party pooper...I had the same case for my og xoom. It is quite thickening and the propping up mechanism is less han stellar. I would save your money for something else.
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Thanks for the input. Cancelled my order . I'm hoping to find a case that doesn't add any bulk
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I could care less about the bulk.I had the motorola folio case for my xoom.I accidentally dropped my xoom while it was in the folio case on to the concrete upon getting out the car.I was certain the screen was cracked into pieces.But the folio case took most of the impact & saved my xoom.Imagine something like that happening to you $500+ Prime....Get the case.You can always take it out when you want to show it off.
I ordered one.
The case looks really nice. I might jUSSR order this also if I dont see a better case. this is a great deal. I wonder if Targus HAs made any cases for Prime yet. I HAve the Targus Trus case for my iPad and is really nice and provides maximum protection.
I agree with demandarin. What good would a case be if there is no protection?? Stay protected kiddies lol
There are very nice cases from Zenus ( http://www.zenuscase.net/gallaxy-tab/galaxy-tab2.html ) and I am thinking of getting one when my Transformer Prime arrives, however these are for the Galaxy 10.1.
Since the dimensions are similar I was wondering if anyone knows if these cases will fit.
http://www.zenuscase.net/masstige-basic-band-series.html
Thanks for the heads up, bought it and an hdmi adapter for $2.83. Merry Christmas all.
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mine arrived today，looks nice good feels in hand smooth case and with free free screen protector,protector looks not for TF201 but size no problem.that case does not got bad smell. entity case looks as description ,pics uploaded
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/150724815...15005&_sacat=See-All-Categories&_fvi=1&_rdc=1
Damn those zenus cases look nice.. Too bad there's nothing for my t989 gs2 or transformer prime... I really wish there were more high end cases with nicer materials, design, and stitching. If only android tabs had choices of cases like the ipad does
I ordered a Mac Case vertical sleeve for the ipad2 as the size should be compatible according to the manufacturer.
I hope I'll know early next week.
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John Kotches said:
I ordered a Mac Case vertical sleeve for the ipad2 as the size should be compatible according to the manufacturer.
I hope I'll know early next week.
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I would not think a iPad case is compatible with the asus transformer prime as the device dimensions are different.
The reson i asked about the zenus cases for the samsung galaxy tab "10.1" is because the general form factor is close (with slight differences in width).
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I would not think a iPad case is compatible with the asus transformer prime as the device dimensions are different.
The reson i asked about the zenus cases for the samsung galaxy tab "10.1" is because the general form factor is close (with slight differences in width).
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hope you mean the sleeves because I think the cameras and speakers are in different places
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hope you mean the sleeves because I think the cameras and speakers are in different places
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Oops, this is true. Well, I just have to wait on zenus. I think they make the best looking cases.
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I ordered this one for my original transformer and really liked it.
http://www.amazon.com/VIPERTEK-Premium-Leather-Transformer-10-1-Inch/dp/B005LLOX88/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1325045281&sr=8-6
I emailed the vendor to see if they know anything about getting one for the Prime and they said that they should start carrying it on 1/20.
Here is the slim one - looks pretty good.
http://www.amazon.com/VIPERTEK-Prem...?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1325048945&sr=1-16
From the specs "Hand crafted with high quality polyurethane leather." Does that mean plastic or is it real leather?
Does anone have the MiniSuit ASUS Transformer Portfolio Stand Case Cover for Keyboard Dock and Tablet?
Mine just arrived today and I am not that thrilled with it. Took 3-4 tries to dock the keyboard with it on. I do often "transform" my tablet so I really need it to be easy to do. Any trick to make it easier?
As much as I go back and forth between the two, I'd love to have one of the new gumdrop cases coming out but it would be even harder to "transform."
I was on the fence and fell off. Dont like the fact that they state leather but read the fine print in the spec sheet says "premium poly-urethane leather" Talk about contradiction, cant be both. Its either leather or its not. Ive never had any luck with such products having any longevity as eventually the plastic WILL break down and become brittle. Leather will keep right on even after years of use, may look worn but its still very much intact.
Im hoping the Tuff Luv cases for the prime with dock become available in the US.
Yeah...I am going to send mine back...just too complicated and really, it doesn't work, especially if I want to take a picture. The flap covers the camera.
Since I have the dock, I am pretty much OK with a durable carrying case to put it in when transporting. Plus is it s shame to cover it up because it looks so darn cool!
I'm yet to receive mine. It wasn't available till the 15th of March and when I contacted them about it after reading a few similar comments to the above, I was advised that the wait was due to a revised version being produced that fixes some of the annoyances of the original batch.
So here's hoping the one I get is a bit cleaner. I'll let you know - its currently in transit - shipped on the 14th of March.
just picked one up too!
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I'm yet to receive mine. It wasn't available till the 15th of March and when I contacted them about it after reading a few similar comments to the above, I was advised that the wait was due to a revised version being produced that fixes some of the annoyances of the original batch.
So here's hoping the one I get is a bit cleaner. I'll let you know - its currently in transit - shipped on the 14th of March.
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Any updates?
Debating on whether to pick one up or not.
dont... i have the same and too return it. poor quality.
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olasz said:
dont... i have the same and too return it. poor quality.
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I guess ill skip out on the purchase. Doesn't seem like there is much choice out there. Ill run around "naked"
I am shopping around for a case on my new phone before it arrives. I came across this case by Cimo which is $5.00 and looking at the images and description is seems like it is too good to be true what do you guys think? Can they be scamming? It has no reviews yet either so i am hesitant. Looks to have all the bells and whistles of the other $15-20 cases and i see no promo or anything it is straight off the bat $5.00.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BUFKEXG/ref=twister_B01A7I9KNW?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I'd imagine that it'd be a safe bet. Amazon will intervene in the event that it's a scam. I am considering ordering it just for the hell of it myself. My thought on the low price....it may be a new product/design and they're trying to get it out there and into users hands hoping for further sales...
Eh hell, I just ordered it for fun to see how it goes....I'll let ya know how it goes.
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I'd imagine that it'd be a safe bet. Amazon will intervene in the event that it's a scam. I am considering ordering it just for the hell of it myself. My thought on the low price....it may be a new product/design and they're trying to get it out there and into users hands hoping for further sales...
Eh hell, I just ordered it for fun to see how it goes....I'll let ya know how it goes.
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I mean i know Amazon has our back but still you cant be too safe these days. I saw they have lot of reviews and popular models but it seemed so fishy to me that they would be selling something that offers this much quality for only $5.00 Spigen has similar cases for $15.00 and that makes you think twice. But thanks for the advice. I am thinking about getting the Turquoise which color did you order?
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I mean i know Amazon has our back but still you cant be too safe these days. I saw they have lot of reviews and popular models but it seemed so fishy to me that they would be selling something that offers this much quality for only $5.00 Spigen has similar cases for $15.00 and that makes you think twice. But thanks for the advice. I am thinking about getting the Turquoise which color did you order?
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I did black, since that's the phone color I have
I think it might be a new model. Not uncommon to see a crazy deal for that kinda thing. Wouldn't be surprised to see the price go up to $12 or $15 in next few weeks....
If you think about it, Samsung (free GearVR and 6 games) and T-Mobile (free year Netflix) are doing the same to get the S7 units flowing out the door fast and furious.
I currently have clear TPU on it. I don't know why I always order them...I think they'll look good, then forget that they just end up looking cloudy with fingerprints haha.
I gotta say, if that turns out to be a nice case, thank you. I haven't had a chance to really dig through all the available accessories for this device just yet.
I also saw the case with this post looks very good for the price definately worth trying out. Lets see how the blue/gold combo turns out. Worst case you can return it Amazon is the best in the customer service business besides Costco that i know of and maybe Ebay sometimes with that money back guarantee.
Amazon all the way here for cust svc. Ebay takes 2 weeks before they'll step in if there's a problem. With Amazon, I had a mattress that I bought...didn't like it. They gave me a full refund and let me keep it. Refund processed same day as call. That's crazy good customer service.
I'm looking forward to this case.
here is another cheap case from amazon:
http://slickdeals.net/f/8543259-cas...ge-or-lg-g5-case-sale-4-50-each-free-shipping
tensux said:
here is another cheap case from amazon:
http://slickdeals.net/f/8543259-cas...ge-or-lg-g5-case-sale-4-50-each-free-shipping
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Actually this case is even cheaper free shipping and under $5 for a case of this quality. Im going to order this one as well. These deals are getting lower and lower every time a flagship is released.
appleslicer said:
Actually this case is even cheaper free shipping and under $5 for a case of this quality. Im going to order this one as well. These deals are getting lower and lower every time a flagship is released.
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Sweet! Then you can start a thread "Review of my $5 case collection"
I'm getting in on the freebie TechMatte glass screen protector offer.
Man this phone is becoming cheap to protect. Normally I've spent $30 or so to protect it. This time? Under $8.
Don't think there's anything wrong with this one. It's a safe bet. Worst case scenario is you have a dud $5 case.
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Actually this case is even cheaper free shipping and under $5 for a case of this quality. Im going to order this one as well. These deals are getting lower and lower every time a flagship is released.
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None of the promo codes work tried 3 of them for their respective case all come back not a valid promo code
For the guys who wanted an update: I got my case its great feels really good and fits really snug i love it. Here is a review of the case someone made (not me) if you guys are wondering what it feels and looks like live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufTroV7bU8g
You still using this case? How's it holding up and does the bottom part come off easily? I'm wondering if it'll fall off when I'm pulling the phone out of my pocket.