This thing is huge and I'm loving it (TWSS) - Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II

Was a blackberry guy for years, switched to iphone 2 years ago, had a few Android tablets, and am on my first Android phone. I am in love!
Getting a lot of flack already on the size already but I can take it. The screen on this thing is gorgeous! After 2 days of playing around my wife's iphone seems ridiculously tiny...
Unsure of battery life for now because I can't freaking put it down!
Hopefully root will come relatively soon but Android kicks the crap out of iOS as is...
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I went down to Verizon to play with one. I like it, but I think the price tag and lack of custom content is discouraging me at the moment. I need root for daily app backups and other things, so it's a hit to my list. I think I might go back tomorrow and see if they have a dummy unit I can try with my pockets. I love the screen but need something practical to carry as well. For now, my GNex will just have to suffice.
Let us know how you continue to like it!
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nosit1 said:
I went down to Verizon to play with one. I like it, but I think the price tag and lack of custom content is discouraging me at the moment. I need root for daily app backups and other things, so it's a hit to my list. I think I might go back tomorrow and see if they have a dummy unit I can try with my pockets. I love the screen but need something practical to carry as well. For now, my GNex will just have to suffice.
Let us know how you continue to like it!
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Actually it fits in your pocket pretty well, unless you are one of the people that wear skinny jeans. :cyclops:

intelinside83 said:
Actually it fits in your pocket pretty well, unless you are one of the people that wear skinny jeans. :cyclops:
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I do wear jeans of the tighter nature-nothing drastic- but I'm sure it'd be a fine fit. I'm just worried when I put a case on it. Might just be a tighter fit.

nosit1 said:
I do wear jeans of the tighter nature-nothing drastic- but I'm sure it'd be a fine fit. I'm just worried when I put a case on it. Might just be a tighter fit.
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You ever thought of a case with a holster? Thats what I'm probably going to lean towards. My note II is naked as we speak didn't like the cases they had at VZW

intelinside83 said:
You ever thought of a case with a holster? Thats what I'm probably going to lean towards. My note II is naked as we speak didn't like the cases they had at VZW
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I've never really had an aspiration for holsters, but I may consider it. I just don't like advertising to the world the phone I'm carrying around at the time. Are Note II cases carrier independent? No variations between them at all?

intelinside83 said:
Actually it fits in your pocket pretty well, unless you are one of the people that wear skinny jeans. :cyclops:
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Haha I wear skinny jeans and it fits perfectly. No problems sticking out or anything. Its really not that much of a difference in my pocket from the S3

nosit1 said:
I've never really had an aspiration for holsters, but I may consider it. I just don't like advertising to the world the phone I'm carrying around at the time. Are Note II cases carrier independent? No variations between them at all?
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As far as I know there's no dimensional differences. I bought a holster from eBay today, and out should be here Thursday. I'll post pictures of it once I get it in.
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Battery life
blipsqueak said:
Was a blackberry guy for years, switched to iphone 2 years ago, had a few Android tablets, and am on my first Android phone. I am in love!
Getting a lot of flack already on the size already but I can take it. The screen on this thing is gorgeous! After 2 days of playing around my wife's iphone seems ridiculously tiny...
Unsure of battery life for now because I can't freaking put it down!
Hopefully root will come relatively soon but Android kicks the crap out of iOS as is...
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The battery life is awesome. I use my phone a lot. I can easily sit 6 hours straight reading news and this forum. I've been busy the last couple of days so my Note II has had some friends free time This is the result. I reckon standby could be a month!

techgov8 said:
Haha I wear skinny jeans and it fits perfectly. No problems sticking out or anything. Its really not that much of a difference in my pocket from the S3
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Do you have a case on yours?
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intelinside83 said:
Do you have a case on yours?
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Usually I don't use cases but I found 2 awesome deals on a nillkin and rearth case so from day 1 I've had a case on it and since their slim cases they both fit in my pocket nicely. The outline in my jeans isn't really too noticeable. It sticks out just as much as my S3 did.

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Usually I don't use cases but I found 2 awesome deals on a nillkin and rearth case so from day 1 I've had a case on it and since their slim cases they both fit in my pocket nicely. The outline in my jeans isn't really too noticeable. It sticks out just as much as my S3 did.
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That's cool... I like it naked bit as soon as I drop it I'll be vivid...
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Otterbox Defender in our future?

I'm just curious whether we can expect a defender series for our device or the international version. The Skyrocket has been on the market less than both devices and already has 3 series of cases in multiple colors. Sort of clear who gets all the accessory love at this point.
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I think someone on here asked Otterbox (use search) and they "do not have current plans" to make a Defender for the SII or something like that.
I bought a Seidio Active with holster. Seidio basically said the same thing and do not have any plans on making a Convert for the SII.
Sounds like the Ballistic case is your best bet (see below). I like the way the Otterboxes look though but only the Defender comes with a holster.
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-s2-ballistic-shell-gel-sg-series-casemes
I have the otterbox commuter and I like it.
http://stores.ebay.com/Monster-Accessory/Attain-Galaxy-S2-/_i.html?_fsub=2799423011
They are knock-offs but they could hold you over for now.
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http://stores.ebay.com/Monster-Accessory/Attain-Galaxy-S2-/_i.html?_fsub=2799423011
They are knock-offs but they could hold you over for now.
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A review on here says those are absolutely worthless. I have a commuter in the mail so I'll see how that goes
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AntwanL said:
A review on here says those are absolutely worthless. I have a commuter in the mail so I'll see how that goes
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Yeah i think i saw the thread you are referring to but the guy only really commented on the belt holster and screen protector both of which i had no interest in. I was thinking about giving one a shot but im definitely going to see if i can get more info/opinions on it. If i get one ill throw up a review with pics.
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Yeah i think i saw the thread you are referring to but the guy only really commented on the belt holster and screen protector both of which i had no interest in. I was thinking about giving one a shot but im definitely going to see if i can get more info/opinions on it. If i get one ill throw up a review with pics.
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That would be great thank you
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I sent a tweet to them right after I got my phone and they said they had other cases planned for AT&T's version of the SGS2. I'll see if I can find it.
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I have the otterbox commuter and I like it.
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Planning on getting one of those for myself pretty soon, I will not use my case mate barely there aluminum case anymore
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Dalcor said:
I sent a tweet to them right after I got my phone and they said they had other cases planned for AT&T's version of the SGS2. I'll see if I can find it.
https://twitter.com/#!/OtterBox/status/141201265395896320
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Very cool! That's some awesome news! Glad to see Skyrocket isn't getting all of the spotlight
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I did send that almost 2 months ago, hopefully they haven't changed their decision.
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I love my commuter (I'm glad they came out with the att version), but I'd jump to a defender in a heart beat if they released one.
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I would too. I personally don't mind the extra size at all. My Inspire 4G survived a motorcycle crash thanks to a defender case with no damage to the phone and just some scuffs to the silicon on the case. Took a spill between 30-40 with the phone in my pocket.
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Thin case with kick stand

Hey guys
Has anyone come up with a thin case with a kick stand. I see allot of them availible for Verizon phones and the iPhone but nothing for our phone or any sprint phone.
Something like this .....
Yes know the camera might be in the way partially but i think it can still be done
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dmcgrath009 said:
Hey guys
Has anyone come up with a thin case with a kick stand. I see allot of them availible for Verizon phones and the iPhone but nothing for our phone or any sprint phone.
Something like this .....
Yes know the camera might be in the way partially but i think it can still be done
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Give amazon and ebay a look I have seen a few cases with stands on them.
Google the Luxmo Fusion. Series.
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Thanks guys, was looking for this.
newdad23 said:
Thanks guys, was looking for this.
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Hey I work at best buy in the mobile department, look up Platinum series cases, there is a nice black case with a kick stand I use and love it...... If your still looking
jhentges said:
Hey I work at best buy in the mobile department, look up Platinum series cases, there is a nice black case with a kick stand I use and love it...... If your still looking
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This is also the seido (sp) case just rebranded. It looks sharp but the kickstand is actually pretty crappy. It feels solid at first but few months of use, it gets too worn out to support any weight. I'm kind of disappointed. Loved it at first though.
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I have been rocking the Seidio hev3d
I have had the Seidio hev3d for about 8 months and it is a great case. Cheap sturdy case and is easy to put on and take off if battery pull is necessary.
junkstar09 said:
I have had the Seidio hev3d for about 8 months and it is a great case. Cheap sturdy case and is easy to put on and take off if battery pull is necessary.
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I also have that case and been having it for about a year but i droped it once and case craked. It did serve it perpise of not damege my phone but 3 months later itcracked from the power side so now the case its a bit loose on top i am still thinking of bying this case again but i would like it cheper than 30.00 dollars witch i paid at amazon.
Seidio hev3d was what I went with in the end after a long look. Others look tacky and cheap. This isn't the thinnest but definitely the best.
If I do drop my phone, something I have never done and we are going back 12 years or so ! I know that this should keep it in one piece.
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Recommendation for battery cover that is not too "smooth"

The original Galaxy Note battery cover is too "smooth" and I am afraid that one day it will SLIP out of my hand and break the phone. Does anyone have any recommendation for a replacement battery cover?
I searched eBay, Amazon, etc. but haven't seen anything. I see a LOT for Galaxy Note 2, though.
Let a little kid play with it for a little bit. I promise it will have a nice tacky feel afterwards. lol. And it costs you nothing and the kids gets entertained. It's a win/win.
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MoJoe277 said:
Let a little kid play with it for a little bit. I promise it will have a nice tacky feel afterwards. lol. And it costs you nothing and the kids gets entertained. It's a win/win.
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That I can do myself, no need a kid.
I had one for my International Note, but it won't fit AT&T Note.
MoJoe277 said:
Let a little kid play with it for a little bit. I promise it will have a nice tacky feel afterwards. lol. And it costs you nothing and the kids gets entertained. It's a win/win.
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are you serious???
i can personally state that gel cases are durable, non bulky, and provide the best grip IMO. I get a gel case for every phone i own. I havent seen any custom doors outside of the extended battery covers. I suggest a gel case.
mo2002 said:
are you serious???
i can personally state that gel cases are durable, non bulky, and provide the best grip IMO. I get a gel case for every phone i own. I havent seen any custom doors outside of the extended battery covers. I suggest a gel case.
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Thanks for the recommendation, but I don't want a case since it won't fit the OEM Note Car Dock.
What I am looking for is a battery cover replacement that's not too smooth like the original one. I had one for the International Note and it was great, but it won't fit the AT&T Note.
I have one like the original one, kinda etched feeling like. Of You want ill dig it up and send it to you.
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LittleRedDot said:
I have one like the original one, kinda etched feeling like. Of You want ill dig it up and send it to you.
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Thanks for the offer! PM sent...

Diztronic case I really like it but...

The lip all the way around isn't quite right. By this I mean stuff gets stuck in it and I have to remove it to clean the crevices.
Anyone have a better case than the Diztronic they recommend?
I like protection but hate bulk.
gunnyman said:
I like protection but hate bulk.
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Trojan? But seriously, without that lint/crud catching lip around it, you'd scratch your screen when you set the phone face down. It's a trade off I'm willing to deal with, I suppose.
Nastybutler said:
Trojan? But seriously, without that lint/crud catching lip around it, you'd scratch your screen when you set the phone face down. It's a trade off I'm willing to deal with, I suppose.
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good point. I'll just try to keep my pockets cleaner
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good point. I'll just try to keep my pockets cleaner
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I love my cruzerlite with the android logo on the back. It's super svelt and you can see the notification light on the power button. I got the smokey gray one. Perfect fit, feels great, no problems in/out of pocket, good price ($15 range).
http://www.cruzerlite.com/cruzerlite-androidified-a2-case-for-lg-optimus-g-at-t
Thanks I'll take a look at the cruzerlite, I've been meaning to.
I've had my eye on the cruzerlite one too but I tried a cheapo hard case first (which is ok but I'm not in love with it). I will have to try it out based on your recommendation!
I have the red cruzerlite and really like it. Fits nice and tight all cutouts are good and line up nicely.
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I've got both case and I find the Diztronic to fit much, much better and just is of much better quality. The Cruzerlite does fell much slimmer, though it seems to have a bit of sag on the top & bottom edges and the sides seem to give more if brushed against when swiping & such.
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I love my cruzerlite with the android logo on the back. It's super svelt and you can see the notification light on the power button. I got the smokey gray one. Perfect fit, feels great, no problems in/out of pocket, good price ($15 range).
http://www.cruzerlite.com/cruzerlite-androidified-a2-case-for-lg-optimus-g-at-t
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Thanks Janky. I just ordered 3 and I'm excited as hell to get them. Teal, Clear, and Smoke.
To anyone who wants to/hasn't ordered these Cruzerlite cases, Amazon has them as their on sale price ($12.90) in addition to buying 2 and getting 1 free with another addition of free shipping (5-8 business days though...).
Murasakiii said:
Thanks Janky. I just ordered 3 and I'm excited as hell to get them. Teal, Clear, and Smoke.
To anyone who wants to/hasn't ordered these Cruzerlite cases, Amazon has them as their on sale price ($12.90) in addition to buying 2 and getting 1 free with another addition of free shipping (5-8 business days though...).
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I was so excited to get the clear one, but the damn thing leaves air pockets on the back and makes it look hideous instead of showing off its beauty, I was pretty disappointed with it ha
Its because of the case material and our phone being glass. Its just sticking is all. How often do you look at the back of your phone?
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I got the diztronic just to hold me over until I found one I actually wanted but when I got it I realized I actually really like it. Fits like a glove and I can hardly tell its on from the front. Plus I like the soft tpu feel.
I just got my Diztronic in today, loving how slim it is, and I doubt the TPU will break in half on the weak part just from plugging/unplugging the charger like the surround case I had.
That said, I'm not looking forward to finding out what happens when my clumsy *** lets it slip out of my hands...
autosurgeon said:
I have the red cruzerlite and really like it. Fits nice and tight all cutouts are good and line up nicely.
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I have almost every color because I absolutely love the Cruzerlite cases & this way I can switch out to whatever color strikes me at the moment. I find the ribbing along the side to be a fantastic perk because this enables grasping the phone much easier plus the cases just look awesome.
Meant to add that I also have the Diztronic case & also like that one quite well.
Murasakiii said:
Thanks Janky. I just ordered 3 and I'm excited as hell to get them. Teal, Clear, and Smoke.
To anyone who wants to/hasn't ordered these Cruzerlite cases, Amazon has them as their on sale price ($12.90) in addition to buying 2 and getting 1 free with another addition of free shipping (5-8 business days though...).
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Damn it. I had forgotten all about wanting to buy a couple of the cruzerlites. The at&t version wasn't on Amazon when I last looked. Now I am going to have to get a couple.
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Its because of the case material and our phone being glass. Its just sticking is all. How often do you look at the back of your phone?
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Lmao, i know, it sounds really stupid but i like the back of this phone, its sexy it is a nice case otherwise though, just a bit OCD about it haha
The back of this phone does look really nice. Until a spec of dust drops on it from 1/2 inch and it shatters or you go outside and its 2 degrees colder then it was in your house and it splinters like a spiderweb.
crward said:
Lmao, i know, it sounds really stupid but i like the back of this phone, its sexy it is a nice case otherwise though, just a bit OCD about it haha
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I hear ya. I liked staring at the back of my phone until the crack in the glass happened. Now I just feel sadness whenever I happen to look. Guess I'll have to stick with gazing at the front instead. Sigh. ;P
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Murasakiii said:
I hear ya. I liked staring at the back of my phone until the crack in the glass happened. Now I just feel sadness whenever I happen to look. Guess I'll have to stick with gazing at the front instead. Sigh. ;P
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http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=me%3DA3CS21EI8H6LDJ&field-keywords=lg+optimus+g
no more looking at cracks
whiteguypl said:
The back of this phone does look really nice. Until a spec of dust drops on it from 1/2 inch and it shatters or you go outside and its 2 degrees colder then it was in your house and it splinters like a spiderweb.
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Lol, yeah, I used to be worried about it but its been about 70 in my house and 30 outside and never happened, and the day dust cracks class is the the day I move into a windowless apartment haha I'm not too worried about it honestly.
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Murasakiii said:
I hear ya. I liked staring at the back of my phone until the crack in the glass happened. Now I just feel sadness whenever I happen to look. Guess I'll have to stick with gazing at the front instead. Sigh. ;P
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yeah, when my first OG broke I was sooo sad! This phone really is a looker, would of been even better if it had the removable back the OG pro does, then we wouldn't even have to worry about covering our babies! Lol

Self Made Phone Cases

Hello people!
I was pretty frustrated with the fact that markets are only flooded with iPhone covers and devices like our L9 barely have any accessories available. I had a Galaxy Mini earlier and faced a similar challenge.
So I resorted to making covers myself!
You can check out the photos over here.
I could make a jacket type or a pouch type, with or without a stylus pocket, with or without camera and speaker slots. I could colour it the way you want and write whatever you want or leave it blank for you to do your own thing. The first few pictures show a one with a plastic pocket on the back to slide in a paper. The photograph in that model can be removed and replaced.
The main ingredient to the covers is newspaper. (Reuse!!)
The covers are decently tough even though they are made from newspapers. They have a layering of cardboard to give them extra strength and fevicol too gives them a lot of strength. The top covering is with a mixture of fevicol and water applied on tissue paper which also strengthens the whole thing.
I paint using acrylic colours because of two reasons--1) They are waterproof. They wont let the phone get wet unless you drench the whole thing. 2) That is what I have at home and I am too lazy to go to the market.
If somebody is interested in buying one, you could Email me at [email protected]
I only have the following phones and can only make covers for these.
Samsung Galaxy Mini
BlackBerry Curve 8900
LG Optimus L9
iPhone 5
P.S. Yes, its DBatraOriginals.
Putting #swag at the end discredited your whole post.
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nice effort buddy but i doubt anyone would buy it!
Well, its been quite some time with this thread up, and even i have similar feelings!
Thanks anyways
Is the textured stuff like "grabby" at all. Does it stick when you pull it out of your pocket?
Tablechair said:
Is the textured stuff like "grabby" at all. Does it stick when you pull it out of your pocket?
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I didnt get the "grabby" part. And it is a bit sticky in the beginning, like when the paint is new. But in a couple of days, its very smooth. I am using one myself and i have absolutely no problems.
dhruvbatra205 said:
I didnt get the "grabby" part. And it is a bit sticky in the beginning, like when the paint is new. But in a couple of days, its very smooth. I am using one myself and i have absolutely no problems.
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I lol'd so hard at this haha its a very clever thing to do and you have tons of imagination. Keep it up bro.
Luis_D1 said:
I lol'd so hard at this haha its a very clever thing to do and you have tons of imagination. Keep it up bro.
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Ummm thank you! May I ask what was so funny?
Wow that looks horrendous, I guess something is better than nothing.
fastwanabe said:
Wow that looks horrendous, I guess something is better than nothing.
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That's a little mean lol
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Can't even express how ugly and terrible it is.
Buddy it s awful :laugh:
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Thing is there is actually a decent selection of cases for the L9 on eBay, you just have to do a little digging. Hell there are Nilkin cases for less than $10 and brand new from various eBay retailers (I ordered one myself last week). Or you can get the S-line cases for less than $4. All of them come with free shipping.
Just search "optimus l9 cases" and you get a lot of results. The main problem is that there aren't enough cases and acessories in local phone shops but it's much cheaper to get it online anyway. I'm never going to buy cases or screen protectors from regular stores again (i've wasted too much money unnecessarily), i'm sticking to online lol.
http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_...ases&_nkw=optimus+l9+cases&_sacat=0&_from=R40
No offence but no one is gonna buy that.
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Dude no offense.. but no one wants to become a laughing stock in the public by using ur home made cases ,
how can one use the ugly covers on a 16k phone, the reputation of the fone will go down..lolz
Way to waste money on products because no one is going to pay money on that guy when you can get decent cases on eBay for around 10 bucks.
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devilsmind said:
Dude no offense.. but no one wants to become a laughing stock in the public by using ur home made cases ,
how can one use the ugly covers on a 16k phone, the reputation of the fone will go down..lolz
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It won't have an effect on the phone's reputation but rather on the owner.
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You guys are horrible. Xl
Mensarius said:
You guys are horrible. Xl
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Well sir, I wouldn't say horrible...
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Did doze flip cases ever get published/processed? :L
GalaxyExhibit said:
Did doze flip cases ever get published/processed? :L
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Does it look like it? People were so mean.. Lol
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