Otterbox Commuter, Defender, or Seidio Active case? - HTC EVO 3D

Which case is the best?
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Haven't tried the seidio case but the defender is better than commuter by far. Offers more protection imo

So true man. I only buy the defender.
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In love with my defender.
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i too use otterbox defender.. but its too bulky but worth it

Ballistic is sick. Got a 5 layer protection against water . Dirt. And of course crashes or smashes. The outer rubber protects your usb charge, Jack. Camera buttons .making it waterproof (or at least for some time, before u take it out lol) . Price is ONLY....$25! got mine for $20
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005I57FVO/ref=redir_mdp_mobile
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I have been using Seidio HEV3D case.... Love it. Thin case with good protection and the included kickstand is just gravy!

I like the defender but the edge is too close to the screen making certain keys hard to hit on keyboard.
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Just put in my order for the Otterbox Defender Hopefully I'll be satisfied
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Ok so my Otterbox Defender just came and I love it! I do, however, have one problem with it. The attracted screen protectorgives the screen an oily look that is really frustrating to look at. Does anyone know how to fix this? What have you all done?
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Photon cases

What are some of the better cases for the Photon? I'm sure the question has been asked but I'm trying to get my ten posts to ask my real question.
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I have an otter box commuter and can't complain. Case works well and they have good customer service.
I've owned an otterbox commuter and its just too bulky. I refuse to take off my TPU case I got from amazon for 8 bucks. The best form fitting case I've found and when combined with a screen protector its amazing. Search Amazon for TPU case if you're a pocket man.
I use this one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Black-H...ccessories&hash=item4cfc066df4#ht_1368wt_1135
good enough for me
I like the TPU cases but I find myself always taking off my cases no matter which phone I had.
I have the defender but I stopped using it but now I want the commuter but I doubt I'd use it for long lol
I use the commuter and it fits in my pocket just fine.
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Thanks for some of the ideas. I have used the TPU case for my Atrix and was happy with that. Need to find the Commuter case and check that one out.
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txdroid said:
Thanks for some of the ideas. I have used the TPU case for my Atrix and was happy with that. Need to find the Commuter case and check that one out.
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Amazon sells it for 17 bucks. Its OK but as with otter the skin typically gets saggy after a while.
My concern with the otterbox cases has been the amount of lint they attract. They are like magnets for the stuff.
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I use one of these http://www.ebay.com/itm/160627386725?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649 fits great and looks good.

What's your protection

post What kind of protective gear are you using at this very moment or planning to get ..
let's see I have. Otterbox defender with a anti fingerprint screen protector. I had just the otterbox but hated when the plastic got stuck to the screen now with the antifinger print it doesn't stick no more.
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Lol I went tpu hybrid with a cheap screen protector .
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I have an Otterbox Defender, a Ballistic SG and about 5 or 6 other cases. The only other one that I want to buy is the Ballistis HC.
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nothing but a screen protector now. usually have it in a sedio active case.
Ghost Armor all around with the carbon fiber backing (they sold me on the carbon fiber) surrounded with an Otterbox Defender Series case with the screen protector taken off (because the Ghost Armor one stuck to the OtterBox one)
PS: not to step on any toes here, but i believe this belongs to the accessories section instead of theme and apps
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Yah that what I expected most ppl to have between the ballistic and that seidio case with kickstands I believe
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notsointeresting said:
Ghost Armor all around with the carbon fiber backing (they sold me on the carbon fiber) surrounded with an Otterbox Defender Series case with the screen protector taken off (because the Ghost Armor one stuck to the OtterBox one)
PS: not to step on any toes here, but i believe this belongs to the accessories section instead of theme and apps
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Actually yes I does lol but I posted while at work on my phone.... And didn't know how to delete it after I realized where I started thread...
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I have the seidio extended rugged case with the extended battery and holster. I had a scare yesterday with it. I just got to work and checked in on foursquare and I guess I didn't push it far enough into the holster, I opened my truck door and down it goes. The phone bounced on the face and did a roll bounce and landed on its back. Much to my amaze, phone is perfect which it should be with this exterior. From this day on, I will only buy seidio products.
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1.Ballistic black/black hc case
2.Ballistic black/red hc case.
The only thing protecting my phone is my amazing dexterity.
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My custom made ballistic Hc Extended and an otterbox small universal waterproof box!
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I'm a firm believer in TPU cases. They have saved my ass plenty of times. Plus they are light, cheap and relatively thin.
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KB112 said:
I'm a firm believer in TPU cases. They have saved my ass plenty of times. Plus they are light, cheap and relatively thin.
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I like how light it is Looks good to
Sprint's TEP
shook187 said:
Sprint's TEP
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That works too. Tho most refurb phones tend to have issues.
1. Sprint TEP
2. Black TPU
3. Clear Screen Protector
I bought body glove case from sprint when i first got my 3D. used it a lot but now i just roll with my phone naked. not the best move but i've taken pretty good care of it
Durex.
Otter box defender
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Ballistic HC! I often throw my phone around just to freak people out
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Otterbox review

Just picked it up at my local best buy
It's different from any of the otterbox defender I've used for any EVO but feels very nice on the hands
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jcresu8i said:
Just picked it up at my local best buy
It's different from any of the otterbox defender I've used for any EVO but feels very nice on the hands
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Great review
Here is what it looks like
I went to my Best Buy but they didnt have the Otterbox yet.. I had already preordered one on Amazon.. Does it still have a protector built in for the camera? Also can you take a picture of the phone on its side vs the case on its side?
No it does not
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Can you post a side by side comparison of the phone with the case and the phone without?
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Great review
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Lol, this cracked me up. Thanks for that.
Yes give me one sec
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jcresu8i said:
Yes give me one sec
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your second is up.. hehe jk- Cant wait to see some side pictures..
I'm surprised the defender has a slot for the kickstand. I think the OG Evo did not have one.
Skullmonkey said:
I'm surprised the defender has a slot for the kickstand. I think the OG Evo did not have one.
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The Otterbox Defender for the OG had it's own plastic kickstand that covered the phone's kickstand.
I am surprised too that the LTE's defender case uses the phone's kickstand.
I would have liked to have seen a rubber cover, similar to the port covers,over the top of the kickstand.
Monnie
Sorry it took a while for me to post these pics but here they are
here is a better quality
Thanks for the pictures!
How does the phone feel with the case on it? It looks bulky as hell. XD
looks huge. all these cases are friggin huge, how can they fit in your pocket comfortably.
yeah it does but I need it because I do have the habbit of dropping my phone alot
its bulky just waiting for the commuter to release might want to get that as well
I batter my phones a lot being a firefighter. They go in pockets with a ton of stuff in them. I always get the defender in case if I drop it from the aerial when doing events or something (which I have done and I do believe the case has saved my phone) plus it comes with the belt holster that doesn't come with any other OB case.
The rubber is new and better imo its not the lint sucking rubber from defenders past the port covers work better also
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They didn't have the Otterbox when I picked up my phone yesterday.
I went to the same Best Buy today with my Buddy to pick up his and they had them in stock.
Got them to give it to me for $40.
I like the bulk it adds.
The phone felt so Fragile to me and now it feels like a tank!
The only downfall the Kickstand is hard to access.

looking for a case

i need help tryin to find a case im lookin for a solid hard plastic and rubber case that looks great but also can protect my phone i work construction and really would like my evo to last . I had my first evo for about two weeks till i cracked a screen when it fell when i was putting up siding thanks.
You can't go wrong with the Otterbox Defender.
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Barely there's look nice. Might order one soon so I'll let you know.
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Ballistic sg maxx case
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Dont get one of the gray/silver open top and bottoms they sell at sprint. Already had 3 of them.
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I use Otterbox for all my devices. But i just got one made by Great Shield. From amazon. Really nice TPU case. Very this, easy to put on and take off. Check it out
Blazing with Viper4G As Always!!!!
The Otterbox Defender, hands down.
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NYCtoCOE said:
i need help tryin to find a case im lookin for a solid hard plastic and rubber case that looks great but also can protect my phone i work construction and really would like my evo to last . I had my first evo for about two weeks till i cracked a screen when it fell when i was putting up siding thanks.
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ebay is your friend
i got an otter box defender for sale!! its mint!! not a mark on it.. looks brand new for real.. comes with the box.. i have 2 outer skins also.. its the black one.. 25$ shipped!!
Otterbox commuter case. I have the defender too but it started to wear out really fast.
Trident Case
Check out amazon alot of nice looking cases cheap and the otter is like 20 bucks cheaper than stores on there just sayin
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Trident Case
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I'm retracting my prior support for the Defender. In two months mine has grown misshapen and is now loose in both the back and around the top edged. The usb cover didn't make it more than a month. Otterbox has sent a replacement but it seems pretty clear this is a recurring problem for many. [I have a Commuter arriving later today].
My Otterbox Commuter has treated me well. I did break the thin piece by the volume bar. But I called up Otterbox and followed their instructions and received a new case in the mail for free.
Otterbox = Legit

solid case

whats the best slim hard case for this phone? Thanks
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OG_ said:
whats the best slim hard case for this phone? Thanks
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I have the OtterBox Commuter. It is a lot slimmer than the Defender series but it still protects your phone really well. I've broken my case twice and contacted OtterBox and they sent me a replacement case twice. They have really good customer service. I know the case isn't the slimmest out there but it's the slimmest it gets with some good protection.
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I have the OtterBox Commuter. It is a lot slimmer than the Defender series but it still protects your phone really well. I've broken my case twice and contacted OtterBox and they sent me a replacement case twice. They have really good customer service. I know the case isn't the slimmest out there but it's the slimmest it gets with some good protection.
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+1 on the other box.
I've dropped my phone a few times already and this case is still going strong. Only hassle was getting the buttons into the holes of the case.
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If you want really slim, go with the CaseMate Barely There! If you want really slim and a solid back(no cut-out for the kickstand), there are cases on ebay. They are very very similar to the Barely There case, they just don't have the kickstand cut-out, slightly better camera protection, AND only $6 shipped!! I bought one in white, and it just arrived today. First impression: Very nice case! I'll take a pic and post it in just a minute.
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Here it is. Few angles to show that the top and bottom aren't covered, just the sides. Sides do come up enough so the screen will not touch if you set it face down though. Nice touch I think.
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the incipio feather case also is slim but doesnt protect the top and bottom like the case-mate, but it does have the kickstand cutout. I have a small issue with mine not completely reaching the side with volume keys but it's insignificant... if you want pictures just let me know
You guys and your otter box lol .. that case is over priced and fall apart.. not to mention the phone is big enough and now your adding more bulk to it .. get the cruzerlite case.. its 12 bucks on amazon and fits like a glove.. I've dropped this phone so many times and not one scratch or bruise.. nice and thin.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008123BP0/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1360185305&sr=8-3&pi=SL75
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alpha_mau5 said:
I have the OtterBox Commuter. It is a lot slimmer than the Defender series but it still protects your phone really well. I've broken my case twice and contacted OtterBox and they sent me a replacement case twice. They have really good customer service. I know the case isn't the slimmest out there but it's the slimmest it gets with some good protection.
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I'm using the same case & really like it.
thlinx said:
You guys and your otter box lol .. that case is over priced and fall apart.. not to mention the phone is big enough and now your adding more bulk to it .. get the cruzerlite case.. its 12 bucks on amazon and fits like a glove.. I've dropped this phone so many times and not one scratch or bruise.. nice and thin.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008123BP0/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1360185305&sr=8-3&pi=SL75
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You might want to check out photos of Evo 4G LTE's bent along the kickstand axis. No soft case will protect your phone against such kind of damage.
Kisakuku said:
You might want to check out photos of Evo 4G LTE's bent along the kickstand axis. No soft case will protect your phone against such kind of damage.
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No bents it has a nice hard plastic protecting the "kickstand"..
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thlinx said:
No bents it has a nice hard plastic protecting the "kickstand"..
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The impact doesn't have to be in the kickstand area for this type of damage to occur. This area is the weakest point of the aluminum frame, so the phone is most likely to bend there. Only a rigid case protecting the front and the back edges of the phone would prevent it.
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The impact doesn't have to be in the kickstand area for this type of damage to occur. This area is the weakest point of the aluminum frame, so the phone is most likely to bend there. Only a rigid case protecting the front and the back edges of the phone would prevent it.
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Lemme phrase this again.. no bends or scratches with this case
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thlinx said:
You guys and your otter box lol .. that case is over priced and fall apart.. not to mention the phone is big enough and now your adding more bulk to it .. get the cruzerlite case.. its 12 bucks on amazon and fits like a glove.. I've dropped this phone so many times and not one scratch or bruise.. nice and thin.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008123BP0/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1360185305&sr=8-3&pi=SL75
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I have 3 of those. Bought the smoke grey, clear, and the red. These are very nice TPU cases! I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a TPU case!! I also have the 2-piece Seidio case in white (with the holster), 2 Commuter cases (one in each color combination so I could make my own black/white Commuter) , matte clear TPU case, and the case I pictured a few posts back. So far, I prefer the one pictured in this thread and my black and white Commuter! Nice to have different options depending on what I'm doing! Main reason though, in all honesty, I'm just an accessory whore when it comes to my phones! Lol. I do this with every phone I buy, and only use some once before they collect dust in a drawer until I sell the phone a year later.
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stanglifemike said:
I have 3 of those. Bought the smoke grey, clear, and the red. These are very nice TPU cases! I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a TPU case!! I also have the 2-piece Seidio case in white (with the holster), 2 Commuter cases (one in each color combination so I could make my own black/white Commuter) , matte clear TPU case, and the case I pictured a few posts back. So far, I prefer the one pictured in this thread and my black and white Commuter! Nice to have different options depending on what I'm doing! Main reason though, in all honesty, I'm just an accessory whore when it comes to my phones! Lol. I do this with every phone I buy, and only use some once before they collect dust in a drawer until I sell the phone a year later.
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Can you post a picture of how your phone looks like with the white and black combo of the commuter case? I'm considering buying the white/pink one to try that out.
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Can you post a picture of how your phone looks like with the white and black combo of the commuter case? I'm considering buying the white/pink one to try that out.
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Sure thing. Give me a minute and I'll post some pics
EDIT:My bad. Forgot to post pics. It's about 2:30 in the morning now here, so I'm gonna try to get some sleep shortly. I'll post some pics tomorrow for sure though.
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Here's a pic of the Commuter in a Seidio Active holster. The fit is perfect, like the two were made for one another!! I also have the Seidio Surface case and holster. While you can put the Commuter in the Surface holster, it is too tight and far from ideal. If you already have the Surface holster and refuse to buy the Active holster, then it will get you by I suppose...but you should be planning to get the Active holster asap!
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Pics of my custom black/white Commuter due to another members request.
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Here's what you're left with after using the white silicone and black plastic hard shell.You get the black silicone and pink plastic hard shell. I'm gonna put this on ebay, before too much longer I hope. I think this looks better, or at least just as good, than the pink/white case sold by Otterbox. I think Otterbox should let the customer decide what color silicone and what color hard plastic they want when ever placing an order. This would slow down their warehouse, or maybe just require them to hire one or two more warehouse employees, but would increase their sales I think.
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Took a few pics of my white/black Commuter with my white Evo LTE in it. I can put my Black Evo LTE in my white/black Commuter if anyone wants to see what that combo looks like.
I usually switch out the cases on my phone every day or two, but I've kept this Commuter on there for 4 days now. That's the longest I've went with the same case on my phone in years! Definitely like this Commuter combination case!
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Took a few pics of my white/black Commuter with my white Evo LTE in it. I can put my Black Evo LTE in my white/black Commuter if anyone wants to see what that combo looks like.
I usually switch out the cases on my phone every day or two, but I've kept this Commuter on there for 4 days now. That's the longest I've went with the same case on my phone in years! Definitely like this Commuter combination case!
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Can you post some of it with the black evo lte please?
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