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I had an amazon gift card to use up, and we're planning a road trip to a waterpark so I decided to use the gift card to try and find a waterproof/water-resistant solution for my lte. I wasn't going swimming with these, but I did want to protect my phone from the the occasional dunk or splash, and I didn't trust a ziplock bag to do the job. I also didn't want to spend a lot (otherwise I would have gotten the overboard case).
I ended up ordering the following cases;
BestDealUSA Waterproof Underwater Pouch Dry Bag Pack Case Cover for Cell Phone PDA Blue - $2.96
Waterproof Case for Apple iPhone 4, 4S - Also Works with iPod Touch, iPhone 3G, 3GS, & Other Smartphones - IPX8 Certified to 100 Feet - $4.57
Universal Waterproof Bag Case for Cell Phone / PDA, Blue - $0.01
Universal Waterproof Bag Case for Cell Phone / PDA, Black - $1.92
BestDealUSA Waterproof Underwater Pouch Dry Bag Pack Case Cover for Cell Phone PDA Blue
The plastic material seems strong on this case, and the seal seems like it would do a good job to keep the moisture out. The evo slides in and out easily, even with a tpu case, although it does it need to go in upside down if you want to take pictures - otherwise the camera is blocked by the opaque section of plastic, but this is not a big deal. There is a raised seal around the window of clear plastic (which takes up about 4/5ths of the phone screen) that makes pulling the unlock ring a little difficult, but not impossible. This is the biggest of the cases, with the most space around the phone. Screen responsiveness through the plastic is good, and the the window is clear, so its easy to see the phone screen. Lanyard runs through the width of the case, and seems very strong - I don't see it snapping or anything.
Waterproof Case for Apple iPhone 4, 4S - Also Works with iPod Touch, iPhone 3G, 3GS, & Other Smartphones - IPX8 Certified to 100 Feet
This one looks very similar to the higher priced overboard case and has great reviews. The areas surrounding the clear windows are puffy, as if it would allow the case to float. Unlike the other cases (which use a combination of two ziplock-type closure zips), this one has a plastic mechanical mechanism to squeeze and hold the opening shut like a vise. I don't know if I would trust this case to remain underwater for any length of time. It doesn't seem to seal as well as I would like, although the reviews all rave about how watertight it is. Having said that, the phone fits in this case perfectly with the tpu case, and even better without a case (upside down again), without being too snug, and the clear windows are exactly the size of the phone screen - only the capacitive buttons are hidden. Screen responsiveness through the plastic is good, and the the window is clear, so its easy to see the phone screen. The puffy areas around the clear screen also do a really good job of holding the phone in place, but makes it a bit difficult to press the power button. The lanyard that this case with end in what appears to be a thread that you loop through an opening in the case and seems like a good tug would snap it off.
Universal Waterproof Bag Case for Cell Phone / PDA, Black/Blue
I was only going to get the black one, but when I saw the blue one for a penny, I decided why not. These are identical cases, but one is black, and one is blue. These are the snuggest cases, and its a challenge to get the phone in, even without the tpu case. The plastic material the cases are made of is very tacky on the inside, so the phone tends to get stuck when you put it in or take it out. The plastic also seems thinner on these than the other cases, and the seals around the edge don't seem very reliable. Once the phone is in though, it's the most compact and pocketable of all of the cases. These cases do not have a clear window on both sides, so if you want to use the camera, then the phone screen will be covered by the translucent side of the case. It's not too bad, and the screen is still visible, but in bright situations, this could be an issue. Having said that, screen responsiveness is very good with these cases, most likely due to the thinness of the plastic. Lanyard goes through hole in the case and seems strong enough. These also come with an arm band that may fit you if you have the arms of a small child. They're really, really small.
Final thoughts - All of these would probably do a good job to keep water and moisture off of the phone (or even sand if you're going to the beach), and I think any of them would be fine to protect against accidental splashing. If I was going diving or swimming with my phone, I would probably shell out the extra cash for the overboard, or at least do some serious waterproof testing on these first. As it stands, I think I'll end up using the first case - Not too crazy about the blue, but I think it will do the best job of keeping the phone dry, and I won't need to worry about going down the log flume with it in my pocket or around my neck (like a tourist, lol).
Hey man, thanks for the reviews. I didn't even know you could get waterproof cases/bags so cheap.
I'll have to pick one up now.
I do suggest you update the prices in your post to include the shipping though for a better cost comparison (even though the difference here is minimal). So many venders inflate the shipping to make up the difference for a $0.01 item.
p.s. I'm going to pick up the first one as well since it looks like I can easily have it in my pocket as a just in case. (I'm in Florida and we have crazy torrential thunderstorms out of no where, so if I'm out jogging, I can have it in my pocket just in case.
Though expensive, Lifeproof cases are really nice. Ive known many people to go out in the ocean and take pictures under water with them.
Just an update, I did end up using that first case, and although it never went underwater, it got splashed on alot. Phone stayed dry, it fit great in the bathing suit pocket, and even took some great pics through the case. Would definitely recommend.
Quick update from me too. I ended up ordering this case: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0058NXWPY/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00
Used on a canoe trip. The canoe flipped and it went underwater for around a minute or so, and air dried after, did a great job. Would recommend this one!
i am using the first case, blue, as well. Works fine, keeps my phone dry in a 10ft deep pool. Takes picture fine too. Thanks for the review OP.
I actually prefer these right here. They come in different sizes I prefer the 6-1/2 x 3-1/4I can't confirm they work in 100 ft of water because I have no reason to be that deep ever in my life, but for the average rainy day, screwing around by the pool or working out these work great. The best part is the patented purple zip technology that lets you visibly confirm the case is sealed. Also pics turn out great. Good luck in your decision
Asadullah said:
I actually prefer these right here. They come in different sizes I prefer the 6-1/2 x 3-1/4I can't confirm they work in 100 ft of water because I have no reason to be that deep ever in my life, but for the average rainy day, screwing around by the pool or working out these work great. The best part is the patented purple zip technology that lets you visibly confirm the case is sealed. Also pics turn out great. Good luck in your decision
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Hahaha that had me laughing so much once I read the whole thing then clicked on the link. Good one!
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Guys...
I've had my C6802 for a week now. I've been loving it, and I didn't understand why people are dissing it about pocket ability. It fits in my pants pocket just fine. I just make sure that the left front pocket is reserved for the phone alone, no keys, change, or any other scratcher. Breast pocket is just disaster waiting to happen - button down flap can't even come over the phone. So that's out.
Today I sat down at the restaurant to use the Wi-Fi on my laptop, and I hooked up the XZU to download a movie through Media Go. I noticed the phone rocking back and forth diagonally, not laying flat on the table top. I thought maybe the table is sloping on that side. So, I moved the phone to another spot; same thing. I picked up the phone and eyeballed it along its profile! Alas! It was bent!
I remembered...... Aluminum frame..... so I flexed it diagonally to fix it, and it straightened out!
So be warned folks! Even if it fits in your pocket, sitting down with the phone in the pocket will definitely bend it! This might even lead to the glass corners popping out!
Oh, that's.. bad I usually put my phone on the table no matter what, but i'll keep this in the back of my head. Thanks for sharing.
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Oh, that's.. bad I usually put my phone on the table no matter what, but i'll keep this in the back of my head. Thanks for sharing.
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I do set the phone on the table too. I believe I twisted it sitting in the car from the house to the restaurant. It was a short drive; 2 blocks. So I didn't think much of it.
post a youtube video or pics to let us see, as this is sorta scary and might become usual as if this happens to more than yourself at least we can all tell sony support its a common fault
yup, there was a thread somewhere, someone asking how much it costs to replace the screen/digitizer because the screen cracked when he sat on it while ZU in the back pocket.
Gotta be careful...
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post a youtube video or pics to let us see, as this is sorta scary and might become usual as if this happens to more than yourself at least we can all tell sony support its a common fault
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I wonder, from what point it stops being a faulty design... I mean, not all of us are made the same. If a 200kg (about 400lbs?) guy sat on it at the wrong angle, I would not blame Sony at all... A steel sheet 5mm thick will bend under those kinda weight...
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I wonder, from what point it stops being a faulty design... I mean, not all of us are made the same. If a 200kg (about 400lbs?) guy sat on it at the wrong angle, I would not blame Sony at all... A steel sheet 5mm thick will bend under those kinda weight...
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Even if someone of 40 kg would sit on it while on the rear pocket I would not blame Sony. If I remember well you are living in Vietnam, I have the phone everyday on my front pocket and drive scooter but my phone is still perfectly flat.
I do not put it on any too tide jean, and as soon as i sit completely on a car or chair I do remove it before sit. If not it is on a bag. So scare to break it, after all this phone is so thin and have so large and thin glass on it. I had to change iPhone glass of people siting on there sofa, same thing can happen here.
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Imdking said:
I do set the phone on the table too. I believe I twisted it sitting in the car from the house to the restaurant. It was a short drive; 2 blocks. So I didn't think much of it.
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BINGO. This was my only concern regarding the Ultra from day one. I even wrote about it hear. I don't think you are the first to do this and you wont be the last either. Point is how do you know the integrity of the water resistance has not now been comprised? You don't!
I love the Ultra BUT putting that beast in a pocket was simply asking for eventual trouble. As you wrote how could an aluminium frame that dimension prevent twisting?
Sorry you had to experience this.
Regards.
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encryptioncsta said:
post a youtube video or pics to let us see, as this is sorta scary and might become usual as if this happens to more than yourself at least we can all tell sony support its a common fault
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With great respect to you Sir this is not a Sony 'problem'. THE 'problem' with the Ultra is portability. Woman can use hand bags men will try and use trousers. The Ultra is simply to large for general trouser use. Add to this the materials used, glass, plastics and Aluminium and what can we expect? Even titanium at that thinness will eventually flex. This, to me, is a classic example of a device defeating its own purpose.
I love the Ultra I love my Z and 10.1 Z tablet. I have gone back to the plastic smaller world of the new Note 3 as I know I just could not live with the portability problems with the beautiful Ultra.
There are only two tragedies in life. One is NOT having what we want the other is having it.
This will solve itself as long as you live in a temperate climate with seasonal change. What i'm trying to say is: Winter is coming, and we will use jackets/coats which will make our lives much simpler. To the people of SE Asia, Africa, Australia, Southern Europe and Southern USA, i'm very sorry
Imdking said:
Guys...
I've had my C6802 for a week now. I've been loving it, and I didn't understand why people are dissing it about pocket ability. It fits in my pants pocket just fine. I just make sure that the left front pocket is reserved for the phone alone, no keys, change, or any other scratcher. Breast pocket is just disaster waiting to happen - button down flap can't even come over the phone. So that's out.
Today I sat down at the restaurant to use the Wi-Fi on my laptop, and I hooked up the XZU to download a movie through Media Go. I noticed the phone rocking back and forth diagonally, not laying flat on the table top. I thought maybe the table is sloping on that side. So, I moved the phone to another spot; same thing. I picked up the phone and eyeballed it along its profile! Alas! It was bent!
I remembered...... Aluminum frame..... so I flexed it diagonally to fix it, and it straightened out!
So be warned folks! Even if it fits in your pocket, sitting down with the phone in the pocket will definitely bend it! This might even lead to the glass corners popping out!
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I personally keep it in my jacket pocket or in the jeans pocket, and sometimes they are really tight, and 80% of the time the ZU pops out a few inches from them, but my phone is still perfect.
On the other hand I think that aluminum bending on this device would be so limited that you can't even find out: phone is resting (face or back) on glass.
In no part the aluminum touches the table.
And even if you do manage to bend your device, I think it would have been much more than keeping it in a pocket. It would be all misaligned from angle to angle, at the point that the glass would break for the force pressing every time you lay it flat or you use it.
I wouldn't mind seeing pics too before saying any more things.
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Guys, any phone will do this. I am sorry that the OP experienced damage, but if anything it's the fault of the larger dimensions of the phone, not its thinness. Think about it: what constitutes the vast majority of a phone's thickness? It's the internal volume, obviously. It's the internal volume that was reduced in order to make the phone thin, not the thickness of the frame or glass sheets. Those would be the same regardless of how thick or thin the phone as, as they're just "caps." The fact that the phone is longer and wider than usual will allow you to exert more torque on the frame because of leverage, but the frame itself is no weaker than any other phone, and probably stronger than many.
Just put a lanyard on it and hang it on your neck...
Worry about it being stolen while hanging infront of your chest? Then place it under your shirt!
Problem solved..
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capitansid said:
Just put a lanyard on it and hang it on your neck...
Worry about it being stolen while hanging infront of your chest? Then place it under your shirt!
Problem solved..
"Sent from my refrigerator"
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If you're into torture and breaking your own neck, sure why not
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This is phenomena only experienced goons who wear skinny jeans...smh...
bASKOU said:
Even if someone of 40 kg would sit on it while on the rear pocket I would not blame Sony. If I remember well you are living in Vietnam, I have the phone everyday on my front pocket and drive scooter but my phone is still perfectly flat.
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Yeah, I am very careful about pick-pocketers in Hanoi, so I try not to put it in my back pocket anyway
It fits my front pocket fine, but I find it a bit hard to get it out while riding my bike, find it harder to answer it one-handed, and even more difficult to put it back into the front pocket while riding the bike. Depending on other things I have in front pocket, I have to stand on my bike while riding to put it back into the pocket.
(for those of you who don't know Vietnam, it must sound crazy )
Can't wait until winter so that I can use my inside jacket pocket.
And back to topic, I agree with most posts so far.
It is about portability problem, not design or manu quality problem. Applying torque on something so wide, long and thin must be avoided.
MY HUNT FOR THE PERFECT MAN-BAG NEEDS TO BE STEPPED UP A GEAR.
Guys.
There is nothing wrong with the phone. Nothing wrong with the build quality, or the frame, construction... none of that!
The phone fits in pants pocket. I use the front pocket. If you do carry it in your front pants pocket, be aware that sitting down with the phone in your front pocket will place torque on the phone, twisting it. My phone was NOT twisted enough to even consider it damaged. I just noticed that it wasn't perfectly flat when I placed it on the table. I twisted it back and corrected it.
After that little incident, I now make sure that I take it out of my pocket when I get in the car, or sit down. So, guys, becareful.
I have been using this gear keeper. The retention force is a bit strong, but very solid. I also have a larger sunglasses cloth bag to keep it protected till a case arrives. The MW600 works well for bluetooth call access/audio while the phone is tucked away. I listen to internet news while riding a motorcycle.
Gear Keeper RT4-5272 Deluxe Instrument/Gear Tether 3 Mounting Options (Snap/Velcro/Stud) with 3 Q/C Split Ring and Lanyard Accessories
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jewelkobayashi said:
Yeah, I am very careful about pick-pocketers in Hanoi, so I try not to put it in my back pocket anyway
It fits my front pocket fine, but I find it a bit hard to get it out while riding my bike, find it harder to answer it one-handed, and even more difficult to put it back into the front pocket while riding the bike. Depending on other things I have in front pocket, I have to stand on my bike while riding to put it back into the pocket.
(for those of you who don't know Vietnam, it must sound crazy )
Can't wait until winter so that I can use my inside jacket pocket.
And back to topic, I agree with most posts so far.
It is about portability problem, not design or manu quality problem. Applying torque on something so wide, long and thin must be avoided.
MY HUNT FOR THE PERFECT MAN-BAG NEEDS TO BE STEPPED UP A GEAR.
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mrgardiner said:
I have been using this gear keeper. The retention force is a bit strong, but very solid. I also have a larger sunglasses cloth bag to keep it protected till a case arrives. The MW600 works well for bluetooth call access/audio while the phone is tucked away. I listen to internet news while riding a motorcycle.
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Interesting indeed. Your reply would have been just as fitting in the post I opened under accessories section about how people carry their ZU :good:
Do you keep the phone dangling on you, or into a pocket while it is like it's on a lanyard and pull it when needed, or do you attach it to a bag of some kind and keep it in there??
I can see it being used in a million different ways... How do you use it?
Imdking said:
Guys...
I've had my C6802 for a week now. I've been loving it, and I didn't understand why people are dissing it about pocket ability. It fits in my pants pocket just fine. I just make sure that the left front pocket is reserved for the phone alone, no keys, change, or any other scratcher. Breast pocket is just disaster waiting to happen - button down flap can't even come over the phone. So that's out.
Today I sat down at the restaurant to use the Wi-Fi on my laptop, and I hooked up the XZU to download a movie through Media Go. I noticed the phone rocking back and forth diagonally, not laying flat on the table top. I thought maybe the table is sloping on that side. So, I moved the phone to another spot; same thing. I picked up the phone and eyeballed it along its profile! Alas! It was bent!
I remembered...... Aluminum frame..... so I flexed it diagonally to fix it, and it straightened out!
So be warned folks! Even if it fits in your pocket, sitting down with the phone in the pocket will definitely bend it! This might even lead to the glass corners popping out!
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Just two things.
One: it's the 29th, you posted on 23rd.
Two: several people asked you for pics, and you posted none. If you had time to open a topic about it, you sure have some to take 2 simple pics to prove what you're saying.
That said, until you do post some pictures, I call BS on the whole "the ZU bends if kept in pockets" argument.
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fastest83 said:
Just two things.
One: it's the 29th, you posted on 23rd.
Two: several people asked you for pics, and you posted none. If you had time to open a topic about it, you sure have some to take 2 simple pics to prove what you're saying.
That said, until you do post some pictures, I call BS on the whole "the ZU bends if kept in pockets" argument.
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Pictures of what? My twisted phone? I am not twisting my phone again just to provide you with pictures.
My phone got twisted, I corrected it, and I advised other pocketers to be careful. There's no evidence to be had. You obviously read only my original post, and omitted the one on page 2.
I use it for safety mostly. If I am at work the phone stays in my pocket(front or back) while attached. When sitting down it might rest in my lap depending on the meeting or I unsnap(the clip mechanism is really-too stiff) it and set it on the table or my desk. I might leave it dangling when tieing my shoes.
I had it in a jeans pocket while riding a motorcycle for less than a mile., and I have <1/2 millimeter play or travel on a flat table. Lanyard to front camera diagonal is fine, but headphone jack to opposite corner wiggles a little. I haven't tried unbending it. I could try to take a photo, but there likely wouldn't be much to see.
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Do you keep it in your pocket? Do you have a designated backpack for the beast? I'm considering buying one, and this is my only worry, so I'm looking for what people are doing.
Back pocket of my jeans. Take it off when sitting down. Still looking for a good leather case for it cause the "leather" case that comes with it in the box sucks.
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Front pocket or in my jacket if I'm wearing one, and I always take it out of my front pocket when I sit down, unless it's in my jacket.
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front pocket of pants.. but its mostly on my desk.
I've got two cases now, but I always end up taking it out and having it clean starkers naked!
I don't put my phones in my pocket, so i just carry a bag. But i can also hold it or maybe put it in my back pocket when i am not seating.
btw here is how the XZ owners solve the fingerprint problem
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2232790
I carry my ZU on a small leather bag that can fit an ipad mini. And using sbh52 for call handling and sms reading
I keep the phone in the front pocket in my trousers, sits there fine apart from when mountain biking so usually stick it in a jacket pocket for that.
I assume it's not possible to see a demo unit? I had initially discounted the Z Ultra as an option because I was sure it was too big however I tried out a demo unit and was surprised it went in my pocket comfortably so decided to go for it although I guess obviously, the pockets on my trousers are quite generously sized.
John
I keep it in the pocket of my jeans.
The only thing I have to remember is to take it out before lifting stuff, I tend to put stuff on my knees when lifting it and I guess if I do this with the phone still in my pocket it will most likely break if whatever I'm lifting is heavy.
I'm also considering buying an insurance for the phone, it looks extremely fragile and one mistake could destroy 600€.
Johnmcl7 said:
I keep the phone in the front pocket in my trousers, sits there fine apart from when mountain biking so usually stick it in a jacket pocket for that.
I assume it's not possible to see a demo unit? I had initially discounted the Z Ultra as an option because I was sure it was too big however I tried out a demo unit and was surprised it went in my pocket comfortably so decided to go for it although I guess obviously, the pockets on my trousers are quite generously sized.
John
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I just saw the dummy phones they have out and tethered to the wall, so I couldn't get it all the way in my pocket, but I'm pretty sure it will fit in my jeans consistently. If I ever want to wear other pants though, then I might have to be creative.
It's time to get some cardboard and a scissor out.
- Find some cardboard (thickness isn't that important)
- Dimensions of the Ultra: 179.4 x 92.2 x 6.5 mm (7.06 x 3.63 x 0.26 in)
- Cut
- Done
LordManhattan said:
It's time to get some cardboard and a scissor out.
- Find some cardboard (thickness isn't that important)
- Dimensions of the Ultra: 179.4 x 92.2 x 6.5 mm (7.06 x 3.63 x 0.26 in)
- Cut
- Done
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I've actually done that a while ago
JulianSidewind said:
I've actually done that a while ago
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Hah, same here. I measured my "model" with the real deal when i got it - and it was pretty pretty close, but it didn't "feel right". Maybe because it was made of cardboard (duh), but it was way better to just stick the Ultra down my pants Go back to a store where they have it and wear your tighest pants so you can see if it fits. If it fits, you'll also know that it'll fit in your other (bigger) pants
Hi guys!
First off, no, I am not affiliated with, nor being paid by SlingGrip to write this. But I do want to share this great little product since I haven't seen anyone else mention it for this phone.
When I first got my Note 3, I wanted something to supplement the one-handed mode that would help me use the phone with one hand. I looked at a few different solutions, but the SlingGrip caught my eye because it was pretty inexpensive and made in the US. I ordered a purple one and waited while it and my case came in.
All the SlingGrip is, is a small elastic strap that you can hook your fingers in to give you a more secure hold on the phone. I got it, peeled it off the card it comes on, and stuck it right to the back of my case. It holds very securely with a 3M glue strip. It does add a fair bit to the thickness of the phone and keeps it from lying flat on a table, but this was a non-issue for me. The plastic and elastic strip feel pretty good, and it's such a simple combo that I don't forsee it breaking under normal use.
This was a godsend for using the phone with one hand. I ended up not even using the one-handed mode on the phone, with this I can reach the entire screen without feeling like I will drop the phone!
I just ordered a three-pack since I got a new case, and I highly recommend checking it out!
http://www.thingsling.com/
Nice. As someone with elfin hands, this looks quite useful. Looks like I'll be doing some cheapskate crafting later :3
Approximately how big is the mounting square for these things? I'm really intrigued by these add-on holders (sling grip, iring, flygrip, etc) but the UAG case I have has all kinds of funky grooves and designs on the back. :x
Yeah, I was turned off by the grooves on the UAG case for just that reason. I'm guessing that the slinggrip is longer than the center part where the logo is...
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I feel like you'd be much better off just getting a lanyard. There are cases that allow lanyard attachments and they're a lot easier to use, just throw it on your wrist.
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I feel like you'd be much better off just getting a lanyard. There are cases that allow lanyard attachments and they're a lot easier to use, just throw it on your wrist.
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Lanyards don't help with holding the phone at all. All that does is catch the phone when you've already lost your grip.
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Has anyone found one?
Just got a Z3 play. Had a Z, and my wife has a Z2 play. No trouble getting a bumper for those phones, but can't find one for the Z3 play. It's bumming me out, cause I have troubles with extra screen touches from my hand without the bumper. But definitely need to use mods with it, so other cases are out.
Hopefully someone makes one soon. :fingers-crossed:
I'd watch Sprint and US Cellular's sites once the Z3 Play is available from them. Verizon made the best bumper for the Z and Z2 series, but since they aren't carrying the Z3 Play they won't make one. Hopefully either Sprint or USC will make a bumper. Otherwise I wouldn't hold my breath since there were very few aftermarket bumpers for the Z or Z2 Play.
In also looking for a bumper case for this phone. I hope they make one for us like the z play and play 2.
I wonder if those bumpers with the clear back, would work with the back neatly cut out. Might risk 7 bucks to try it.
Darth said:
I wonder if those bumpers with the clear back, would work with the back neatly cut out. Might risk 7 bucks to try it.
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Please report back if you give it a try!
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Please report back if you give it a try!
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Just ordered this, and going to conduct surgery to remove the back. Wish me luck!
https://www.amazon.com/Rnicy-Shockp...i+z3+rnicy&dpPl=1&dpID=31TWxWrO-jL&ref=plSrch
@Darth
I wish you good luck, indeed.
My opinion is that *any* bumper or cover will make it hard to reach the sidemounted fingerprint. it sits deeper. With Sony devices, I only used snap-on hard cover with a cutout for the sensor. Which is obviously not possible for the Z1-3 series.
Another issue forced me to dump my expensive Z2 Play Verizon Bumper: It makes the phone too large, so that I can't hold it securely with my short fingers. Two-handed usage, even without...
My solution was to use a full screen protector to prevent scatches while pulling phone out of pocket or screen facing the table. The back side has it's Mod on. This is surely no drop protection onto the edge, but this is a risk I have to live with.
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@Darth
I wish you good luck, indeed.
My opinion is that *any* bumper or cover will make it hard to reach the sidemounted fingerprint. it sits deeper. With Sony devices, I only used snap-on hard cover with a cutout for the sensor. Which is obviously not possible for the Z1-3 series.
Another issue forced me to dump my expensive Z2 Play Verizon Bumper: It makes the phone too large, so that I can't hold it securely with my short fingers. Two-handed usage, even without...
My solution was to use a full screen protector to prevent scatches while pulling phone out of pocket or screen facing the table. The back side has it's Mod on. This is surely no drop protection onto the edge, but this is a risk I have to live with.
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Dang, think I just wasted some cash. LoL
Didn't even think about the fingerprint sensor, which I really don't want to lose. Ah well, I'll have a lightweight case that still lets the nice looking back be seen, that I can use when I don't need the battery mod. Which I don't think I need much really, the battery life has been awesome for me.
My Z had a fried battery I'm sure, would barely last an hour and a half of use. So the battery mod was a full time necessity. Not the Z3 play though. Doubt I need it except as emergency power when I'm not near a plug, or for sitting on the couch.
So I got the case delivered that I linked above. And got to cutting the rubber sides off of the harder clear back.
The bumper does have a cut out for fingerprint scanner and works fine. So that's good! I rushed and my cutting job is really not nice. That's on me. A sharper utility knife blade and taking my time more would have made for a much neater cut. Did it on a breadboard and was extremely careful not to slip and cut a corner open. Really took time cutting out the corners.
I basically cut right along the edge of the hard clear back plastic. My knife was kinda dull though. Was too impatient to get a new blade for it.
But, success! It's on, stays on, and my battery mod is on. It's way flimsier than my Z's old bumper or my wife's Z2 play bumper, but those were thicker cause they were made without backs and made thicker. So the sides move a bit and are a wee bit floppy, but the corners are tight, so it stays on.
Aside from the back being a bit ugly cause of my bad cut, which I'll try to tidy up later, it does work. Just a but flimsy. But I still prefer it to no bumper, for me personally.
I'll probably only use it at home, and will definitely buy a real one if someone ever makes one. I'd like a thicker more sturdy one for sure.
**Try at your own risk and satisfaction not guaranteed.** :laugh:
Darth said:
So I got the case delivered that I linked above. And got to cutting the rubber sides off of the harder clear back.
The bumper does have a cut out for fingerprint scanner and works fine. So that's good! I rushed and my cutting job is really not nice. That's on me. A sharper utility knife blade and taking my time more would have made for a much neater cut. Did it on a breadboard and was extremely careful not to slip and cut a corner open. Really took time cutting out the corners.
I basically cut right along the edge of the hard clear back plastic. My knife was kinda dull though. Was too impatient to get a new blade for it.
But, success! It's on, stays on, and my battery mod is on. It's way flimsier than my Z's old bumper or my wife's Z2 play bumper, but those were thicker cause they were made without backs and made thicker. So the sides move a bit and are a wee bit floppy, but the corners are tight, so it stays on.
Aside from the back being a bit ugly cause of my bad cut, which I'll try to tidy up later, it does work. Just a but flimsy. But I still prefer it to no bumper, for me personally.
I'll probably only use it at home, and will definitely buy a real one if someone ever makes one. I'd like a thicker more sturdy one for sure.
**Try at your own risk and satisfaction not guaranteed.** :laugh:
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Thanks Darth! Can you keep us updated about how it holds up?
You'd think someone wouldn't made an official one by now. It uses less plastic to make a bumper.
Finally found one on sale on amazon! If anyone gets it, please give impressions.
It's aluminium so Idon't know how it will work with the fingerprint sensor. Reviews say it's a bit too thick to place your finger correctly. Now that verizon is supplying the Moto Z3 they might release a rubber bumper like the ones for the moto Z and Z2. I'll wait and see.
Moto Z3 Play Case,Dngn Luxury [Aluminum Alloy Frame Bumper
https://www.amazon.com/Dngn-Luxury-Aluminum-Shockproof-Motorola/dp/B07FYBRSKH/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1533592842&sr=8-15&keywords=moto+z3+bumper
This looks to be more of the same by another dealer but the pics show no figerprint sensor. Reviews do say there is one though.:
https://www.amazon.com/HikerClub-Aluminum-Pattern-Silicone-Motorola/dp/B07F6C3HHX/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1533594325&sr=8-7&keywords=moto+z3+bumper#customerReviews
jayb222 said:
Finally found one on sale on amazon! If anyone gets it, please give impressions.
It's aluminium so Idon't know how it will work with the fingerprint sensor. Reviews say it's a bit too thick to place your finger correctly. Now that verizon is supplying the Moto Z3 they might release a rubber bumper like the ones for the moto Z and Z2. I'll wait and see.
Moto Z3 Play Case,Dngn Luxury [Aluminum Alloy Frame Bumper
https://www.amazon.com/Dngn-Luxury-Aluminum-Shockproof-Motorola/dp/B07FYBRSKH/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1533592842&sr=8-15&keywords=moto+z3+bumper
This looks to be more of the same by another dealer but the pics show no figerprint sensor. Reviews do say there is one though.:
https://www.amazon.com/HikerClub-Aluminum-Pattern-Silicone-Motorola/dp/B07F6C3HHX/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1533594325&sr=8-7&keywords=moto+z3+bumper#customerReviews
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I have one like this, from eBay, for the Z2 Play. The "bumper" does not stay on the phone, without the back of the case attached. Even with a Mod attached to the phone it does not seem like the "bumper" portion will remain on the phone. It is very loose.
pizza_pablo said:
I have one like this, from eBay, for the Z2 Play. The "bumper" does not stay on the phone, without the back of the case attached. Even with a Mod attached to the phone it does not seem like the "bumper" portion will remain on the phone. It is very loose.
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I saw a review saying the same. Disappointed.
Darth said:
I saw a review saying the same. Disappointed.
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pizza_pablo said:
I have one like this, from eBay, for the Z2 Play. The "bumper" does not stay on the phone, without the back of the case attached. Even with a Mod attached to the phone it does not seem like the "bumper" portion will remain on the phone. It is very loose.
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Well that is disappointing. Oh well, I'm waiting on you Verizon. Provide us with that little piece of plastic. Anyone for that matter!
Also this case I have for my z2force and it interferes with reception of the antennas. Had it on for ten minutes then just threw it into the trash. I had a company I reached out to and said they were making some.I bought one of theirs for the force 2 and it was hands down best bumper I had..
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kenbrownstone said:
Also this case I have for my z2force and it interferes with reception of the antennas. Had it on for ten minutes then just threw it into the trash. I had a company I reached out to and said they were making some.I bought one of theirs for the force 2 and it was hands down best bumper I had..
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Name of company?
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Name of company?
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The same one u we're talking about.. Also got it in the Moto z play version and it was worse on reception and wouldn't stay on ,was to big..If they would've been better I would buy for my z3
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Name of company?
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Just got this
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