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Got this to protect my white note. I love the color combination. Provides good protection to all sides and I like the glossy finish. Feels good in the hand and has a good lip for the front where I can lay it face down without worry. The TPU material feels like I am able to grip the phone better and I am not worried about dropping it like I was without the case. I also can't feel the creaky back battery door now too YAY!! Good access to all ports and cutouts are perfect for everything. The case doesn't cover the power and volume keys it is cut out for them. CHEAP and fast shipping got in about 4 days. Definitely recommend this if you like TPU cases.
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i have a tpu case for my tablet and love it!
i got a tpu case for the note and i hate it!
the lip is annoying, its raised design makes it like you have to use the phone in a hole.
i wish i could find a tpu case without the lip.
mucus_android said:
i have a tpu case for my tablet and love it!
i got a tpu case for the note and i hate it!
the lip is annoying, its raised design makes it like you have to use the phone in a hole.
i wish i could find a tpu case without the lip.
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The lip isn't too bad on this one compared to some other tpu cases I have used. No lip would be interesting but how would it stay on lol. I like having some protection for the screen by having the lip I can sit it face down with no worries.
I do like the look of no lip but need the extra protection otherwise I would go with something like this http://www.amazon.com/elago-Slim-Ca..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1334242770&sr=1-1
I got 5 difference cases so far for my 6. I had an Incipio Feather on my G2 and it was slim and grippy with good protection. I wanted to find something similar with minimal bulk because the phone is pretty massive already.
I got these:
Update: Gallery with 3 more cases
http://imgur.com/a/7qxVn
Update: Youtube video with grip tests
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjYrq1Ytyyo
Bear motion
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P22CILU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Tudia Ultra Slim
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OMMLLF0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Ringke Slim
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00O1531YC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
LK S Shape Slim
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OIZIPVY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Spigen Thin Fit
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OH4HSFK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Orzly Exec-Armour
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P12CPE6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The phone is pretty big and slick on it's own as most of you know. I want something with a good grip that won't slide around easy and offers reasonable corner protection.
The grippiest by far is the Bear Motion. No contest on this one, it will not slip from your hand or surface. The only issue I have is it covers the sides really well, but the corners seem very exposed if you drop the phone at an angle.
The Tudia and the LK both had some grippy spots that were really nice (the clear parts of the case, the translucent was pretty slick), but overall they were not very great at all. While these rubbery cases would probably offer great protection all around, I really didn't like that they weren't all grippy, and the button covering bothered me. I found it hard to hit the buttons and tell which was which.
The Ringke case is very low profile. It also is around the entire phone making it very secure. I am sure it offers very good protection but it is not any grippier than the uncased phone, it might even be more slick and lead to more drops for me. It is also the only case I had a hard time removing the phone from, and I dropped my phone onto my tile counter getting it out of the case.
The Spigen case is great shape for me. It might be slightly thicker than the Ringke case overall, but not noticeable really. It is mostly open on the top and bottom, which I like a lot. Unfortunately it is pretty slick also and I don't like that one bit.
Based on my last case for my G2, I drop my phone on the corners a lot. I have attached a picture of the corners from my old case to show the damage, but the case probably saved my old screen.
I really like the Spigen case size and shape. I really dislike how slick it is. If I could combine it with the grip of the Bear Motion, that would be my ideal case. The plastic cases are fine, and the LK has some grip on the back for 25% of it, but I really dislike the button covers. I think I am going to have to go with the Ringke at the moment because it offers the most protection from falls (I hope). Since both it and the Spigen are slick and I will probably drop them, I want that extra coverage. Maybe I can find a way to rough it up a bit as well. I am hoping Incipio makes a nice soft touch case for the phone soon, as I will snatch that up right away.
I am going to give them all some time in the drivers seat though, because I am not sure what will work out best. Will I drop the phone less because of the Bear Motion grip, meaning that it would be better even though the corners are exposed? Only time will tell, but the floors in my house are tile and I hope to keep my glass in a non-cracked condition.
UPDATE: More pictures, cases and video
I talked a lot about grippiness of cases in that, and I didn't have the Soft Feel versions of the Ringke or Spigen. I got those and I also got an Orzly case as well.
I put all the cases on a fairly slick book and raised the book until they fell so you could get an idea of each case's mu. You can tell how grippy the cases are by watching how fast they slide and at what angle they start sliding.
The Soft feel versions of the Ringke and Spigen are way better to hold than the other variations for me. As you can tell from the video they are vast improvements on their slick counterparts for grip.
The Orzly was pretty comparable to those cases. It feels a little grippier in hand, and has reasonable corner protection for me. I also like that it comes in colors with grip instead of just black, which I am not too fond of. It is the only case that just has a cutout with no protection around the front of the buttons. I also kind of like that as nothing gets in the way of button pressing for volume and power.
As you see from the video, the Bear Motion is by far the grippiest, but it seems fatter than most and offers the worst corner protection
Great to see all these other cases. I got the Bear Motion in black due to my previous experiences with them, and I love mine. I wasn't so worried about drop protection as I was grip. If the phone weren't so dang slippery I wouldn't have a case at all . The Bear Motion cured that for me of course, and I like how it fits tight and smooth with no wiggle or creaking. Perfect for my needs
Great post. I'm patiently waiting delivery of my Bear Motion and SF Black Ringke slim cases.
I see you got the gun metal ringke slim. It is as slippery as the phone itself indeed. So is the white one. I just got the black SF one and it is totally different. Grippy, although I don't know how it compares in grippyness to a bear motion. The SF black ringke slim is exactly like the Nexus 5 black back. Thanks for sharing your pics!
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I see you got the gun metal ringke slim. It is as slippery as the phone itself indeed. So is the white one. I just got the black SF one and it is totally different. Grippy, although I don't know how it compares in grippyness to a bear motion. The SF black ringke slim is exactly like the Nexus 5 black back. Thanks for sharing your pics!
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I have the SF Black ordered, it will be here Friday. I want that grip.
Is it still easy to press the buttons with the Bear Motion on? I had one for my MotoX and I couldn't stand how difficult it was to press the buttons given the lip.
You should try Orzly® - Exec-Armour. I order a white Exec it is grippy but I think the corner protection and could be better so that is where Ringke SF could come in. Here is the link for the Orly http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P12CNFW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have a TUDIA I really like it. The buttons are easy to distinguish for me because of the gape between the power and volume rockers. I bought a clear one and since I also have some Cruzerlite cases I still say it's nice to have another solid TPU case. The addition of the button covers built into the case is why I bought this case and its better than I expected.
I'm going to buy s black one once its available with amazon prime.
Ringke-SLIM
Flexislim
are my top pick when I will buy a case
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The Ringke case is very low profile. It also is around the entire phone making it very secure. I am sure it offers very good protection but it is not any grippier than the uncased phone, it might even be more slick and lead to more drops for me. It is also the only case I had a hard time removing the phone from, and I dropped my phone onto my tile counter getting it out of the case.
Edit: I ordered the SF Black Ringke, as it is supposedly pretty grippy. It won't be here until Friday, but I will update with pictures and opinion when I get it.
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I noticed you have the black Ringke Slim in the pictures. It's smooth like the other colors, not very grippy? I ask due to hearing from other sources saying it has more texture. Looks smooth to me.
When you say SF Black Ringke, do you mean the Ringke Fusion?
Thank you for the pictures and info. :good:
Andromjb said:
I noticed you have the black Ringke Slim in the pictures. It's smooth like the other colors, not very grippy? I ask due to hearing from other sources saying it has more texture. Looks smooth to me.
When you say SF Black Ringke, do you mean the Ringke Fusion?
Thank you for the pictures and info. :good:
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The "black" Ringke in OP is actually gunmetal, it is actually the Amazon link listed in the OP. The SF Black is the same case, but black with SF (Soft Feel perhaps?), it is also in the Amazon link but as another color. The other colors don't have the soft touch, and are apparently more slippery due to this. I only have the SF Black, so I can't comment on the others.
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The "black" Ringke in OP is actually gunmetal, it is actually the Amazon link listed in the OP. The SF Black is the same case, but black with SF (Soft Feel perhaps?), it is also in the Amazon link but as another color. The other colors don't have the soft touch, and are apparently more slippery due to this. I only have the SF Black, so I can't comment on the others.
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So it is in fact soft? Has texture for some grip?
I have a white slim right now. I like it, but it is smooth and slick. I'm interested in the black if it has added grip.
Clarkkent434 said:
You should try Orzly® - Exec-Armour. I order a white Exec it is grippy but I think the corner protection and could be better so that is where Ringke SF could come in. Here is the link for the Orly http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P12CNFW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I ordered one, I will take pictures tomorrow when it comes in.
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Is it still easy to press the buttons with the Bear Motion on? I had one for my MotoX and I couldn't stand how difficult it was to press the buttons given the lip.
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I think it is easier than the MotoX. I have used a 2013 X with a bear motion case and I found it easier than that, but it is still slightly thicker than the Spigen and Ringke so that might make it a little more difficult.
Andromjb said:
I noticed you have the black Ringke Slim in the pictures. It's smooth like the other colors, not very grippy? I ask due to hearing from other sources saying it has more texture. Looks smooth to me.
When you say SF Black Ringke, do you mean the Ringke Fusion?
Thank you for the pictures and info. :good:
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I purchased the Gunmetal. I learned that was soft feel and it is only the SF black that has that property.
cupfulloflol said:
The "black" Ringke in OP is actually gunmetal, it is actually the Amazon link listed in the OP. The SF Black is the same case, but black with SF (Soft Feel perhaps?), it is also in the Amazon link but as another color. The other colors don't have the soft touch, and are apparently more slippery due to this. I only have the SF Black, so I can't comment on the others.
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This is correct, I thought the Gunmetal looked like the black, and didn't realize there was a difference in texture when I ordered.
All the ringke slims EXCEPT for the "SF Black" model are the same material. Slick slippery plastic almost identical to the Nexus 6 native back. The SF Black is soft touch/softfeel exactly like the native back of the black Nexus 5. That being said, all the ringke slim models are very nice cases, the best IMO as far as minimal and solid build.
Spigen thin black is nice... Adds grip without girth. And for a general bump protector its good. But lacks good corner protection from drop, and if you screen down on a table, without a screen protector, the glass is flush with the case and screen damage can happen...
rustid said:
I think it is easier than the MotoX. I have used a 2013 X with a bear motion case and I found it easier than that, but it is still slightly thicker than the Spigen and Ringke so that might make it a little more difficult.
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So, comparing it to the Ringke, which is easier to press buttons?
natezire71 said:
So, comparing it to the Ringke, which is easier to press buttons?
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Ringke, hands down. But Bear Motion is not hard for me to press by any means.
For me quicksand style cases are the best. In not typically a phone dropper so coverage is less important than grip. The bear motion cases are great. Super slim and super grippy.
natezire71 said:
So, comparing it to the Ringke, which is easier to press buttons?
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Most Ringke cases have exposed buttons, so they are easily accessible. I love their designs. You can check my gallery here if you want to see the power and volume rockers up close.
Andromjb said:
Most Ringke cases have exposed buttons, so they are easily accessible. I love their designs. You can check my gallery here if you want to see the power and volume rockers up close.
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I have a Ringke Slim Crystal. I don't care for the clear look, so I'm going to return it. However, I like the Bear Motion cases--but am concerned for how easy/difficult it is to press the buttons, given my previous experience with the MotoX's version.
I've received 3 cases for review and would love to share my experience with you guys.
DALLAS LASER SERIES
This one's actually my favorite out of the 3. The design is really minimalistic. You can notice right off the bat that the back looks like it has a textured feel. The lines running vertically make this case look and feel really nice. The outer frame looks like a gunmetal sort of color, and of course the cutouts are all perfect. The camera and front screen probably won't be touching any surfaces because of the design of the case. Honestly, my favorite part of this case is really just the texture and look of the back. Oh, and it attracts no fingerprints whatsoever. Also a huge plus.
My thoughts: This is going to be my main case for a while. This thing honestly feels so good to hold because of the back texture. The only thing I wish it had were clicky buttons. The buttons are responsive, yes, but they don't give you that clicky sound you get with some other cases. The inside of this case has a glossy tpu, and SLIGHTLY textured.
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VIVID ARKANSAS SERIES
This one also has a texture on the back. It's a nice subtle texture, and you'd be surprised at how smooth it really is. My favorite part of this case is actually the color. It's god a nice dark grey color and it really stands out. Like the first case the camera and screen is protected. Feels slim, and grippy.
My thoughts: This has a similar layout to the first case, except it has more of a raised up texture. It's not as bumpy as I thought it would be, it's actually pretty smooth. You can still feel the texture but it's really subtle. Again, I really like the color combination of this case. The dark grey and black looks really nice.
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LITTLE ROCK SERIES
If you're looking for a protective case. This is it. It provides maximum protection and is a 2 piece case. The inner frame is plastic which clips on your phone, then you install it into the outer shell. Reminds me of an otterbox, but cheaper and almost same protection. The sides has a dotted texture to prevent slips and extra grip and the bottom has flaps to prevent dust from getting into the ports. It's a bulky case, but also SUPER protective.
My thoughts: I feel like i'd dent the wall if I threw this against the wall with my phone in it. It's pretty much a "rock" solid case. It's SUPER sturdy and would provide maximum protection for your phone. This case comes with a glass screen protector which was also pretty nice.
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Attachment order: Dallas, Arkansas, Little Rock.
What's the absolute grippiest solution for this phone? Most skins don't give a lot of confidence. Egrips doesn't make something for our phone and those rings or popsockets are huge
These sandstone cases are the solution http://www.ebay.com/itm/MSVII-Slim-...hash=item33bedfb626:m:mkaiNfq5LXgpPGOyD4m0Sbg
Go to the patchworks website. I can't post the link because i don't have 10 posts but i already have a spigen neo hybrid which is slippery but i kept because i like the color. The patchworks case has a slim and just a regular case but both have special grip on the side where you hold the phone.
i just got the alcantara case and it's by far the grippiest case ive used on any phone.
You could also try a bumper as well. Adds minimal bulk (also won't hide the color of your phone) and will add some grip too. I've heard of bumpers for the iPhone, but didn't realize there were ones for Android phones as well, haha. XD Erika Griffin mentioned one when she did her S8 unboxing on her Youtube channel -- the RhinoShield CrashGuard Bumper Case. I couldn't find it on Amazon, but I included the link to their official site.
FluxionFluff said:
You could also try a bumper as well. Adds minimal bulk (also won't hide the color of your phone) and will add some grip too. I've heard of bumpers for the iPhone, but didn't realize there were ones for Android phones as well, haha. XD Erika Griffin mentioned one when she did her S8 unboxing on her Youtube channel -- the RhinoShield CrashGuard Bumper Case. I couldn't find it on Amazon, but I included the link to their official site.
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Thanks. Bumpers unfortunately are too big. They add a lot of width to the phone which is already extremely big one handed
km8j said:
Thanks. Bumpers unfortunately are too big. They add a lot of width to the phone which is already extremely big one handed
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That sucks. D: Only other thing I can think of would be to try something like the Spigen Thin Fit or Airskin cases as they're about the thinnest cases you can get.
EDIT TO ADD: Almost forgot the Spigen Liquid Air case, which of the ones I mentioned, I actually own this one. The pattern on it seems grippy, but I have to see how it feels in-hand when I get the device.
FluxionFluff said:
That sucks. D: Only other thing I can think of would be to try something like the Spigen Thin Fit or Airskin cases as they're about the thinnest cases you can get.
EDIT TO ADD: Almost forgot the Spigen Liquid Air case, which of the ones I mentioned, I actually own this one. The pattern on it seems grippy, but I have to see how it feels in-hand when I get the device.
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Ya I have a couple like the air skin that are super thin. Just wish there was something thin that was really grippy. Might Plasti dip a case....
neotekz said:
i just got the alcantara case and it's by far the grippiest case ive used on any phone.
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it adds a lot of grip if you "squeeze" the phone, but not that much when placed on a slope.
I got this one and it seems grippy enough to me!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XP6KZKC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The speck pseudo grip is pretty decent. Pricey though.
I bought the Spigen Slim Armor / Metal Slate case for mine and it's a nice, tight fit. Feels great in the hand. Edges have a rubberish feel to them but don't add allot of bulk. Now the trick will be in finding a screen protector that will work with. Like I said, TIGHT!
My solution was the honeycomb skin from slick wraps. I've used it on my last 2 phones.
I agree with pieman13, I got a dbrand skin for my S6. Protects the glass from stuff wedging between the case and the back and is the right grip
Double post.
Ordered the new black dragon... Let's see
shoot a load of jizz right to the back of your phone. it'll stay sticky and grippy, as a bonus no one else will want to mess with your phone.
I bought this case because it looked super thin. I know this is for the S8+ (this regular s8 forum is more active ), and it's awesome. It definitely is super thin, so it won't add much in terms of protection, but it has an amazing feel. Very grippy in the hand, and even on slanted surfaces. I love the feel it adds to the phone, and the size is perfect. The white specs are more pronounced in the pictures on Amazon than they are in person, they are still noticeable but not "sparkly" looking like they appear on the pictures online.
ie=UTF8&psc=1https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XS3F19Q/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
peachpuff said:
These sandstone cases are the solution http://www.ebay.com/itm/MSVII-Slim-...hash=item33bedfb626:m:mkaiNfq5LXgpPGOyD4m0Sbg
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Ordered one to see how it comapres to my Nillkin case I just got (review up in accessories)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/accessories/best-slim-case-ive-t3597761
Holy crap, the Sandstone case posted by @peachpuff is AMAZING
Super thin and the texture is awesome.
It's even thinner than the Nillken which is hard to believe
Only issue is it DOES NOT have enough of a lip on the front to lift the screen off a flat surface if laid screen down. Not a huge detractor for me as I never have my phone screen down.
I currently have this case:
https://www.spigen.com/products/galaxy-s8-case-liquid-air
I like the case but I don't like how it wraps around the edges, I personally want something very minimal around the left and right and more substantial near the top and bottom. I was also looking for a case that lifts the screen to protect it from scratches.
I kind of liked the look of these, or this one, this however doesn't have anything to protect the screen at the top and bottom.
ajacob234 said:
I currently have this case:
https://www.spigen.com/products/galaxy-s8-case-liquid-air
I like the case but I don't like how it wraps around the edges, I personally want something very minimal around the left and right and more substantial near the top and bottom. I was also looking for a case that lifts the screen to protect it from scratches.
I kind of liked the look of these, or this one, this however doesn't have anything to protect the screen at the top and bottom.
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this is the one i got and it is nice and small but does a good job ..i've used this brand on all my phones since i seen them a long time ago
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071JJMKWH/ref=twister_B06Y5W3QS8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I really enjoy Imak Cowboy cases:
https://m.ebay.com/itm/IMAK-Cowboy-...y-S8-S8-Plus-/262928896548?_ul=DO&_mwBanner=1
I used this which is even slimmer than the ones earlier in this thread, has side cut outs so you have direct contact with buttons, nice a slim but good protection especially on corners. https://www.amazon.com/Spigen-Surface-Excellent-Compatible-Samsung/dp/B06XP54BCW and here https://www.spigen.com/collections/galaxy-s8/products/galaxy-s8-case-thin-fit?variant=30615746689
I would suggest you this one from Ringke:
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/302271756145
Can't recommend enough
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XV63RPJ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I believe samsung's original clear case is slimest & strong enough to protect our phone.....use it since i bought S8.
Currently, I have 2 cases for my S8 which is Ringke Onyx and VRS Design Single Fit. Both of them are good enough to protect our S8 from everyday bumps, however I also plan to buy the SUPCASE UNICORN BEETLE STYLE so I can show off my Maple Gold colour
I'm looking for a red silicone case, like the one apple makes for iPhones. Any suggestions?