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I just upgraded from the Skyrocket to the Note yesterday. I had the Seidio Active combo on my Skyrocket. It's a great case, but it was a little bulky and the rubber was too grippy for jeans.
I'd like to find the thinnest case possible for the Note, but I want something that protects the screen edge with a slightly raised portion. The Gorilla Glass is harder to break than normal glass, but it can be broken and it scratches just as easily.
Some of the slim cases I have seen don't offer the screen edge protection, like the SPG and the Elago. Any ideas? Maybe I should just get a bumper case.
http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Ga...g-Galaxy-Note-Note-LTE-Barely-There-Cases.asp
I use the Rearth Ringke slim and like it. The only raised part is on the corners, though, so you may not like it. The sides are largely uncovered.
Corvette Dave said:
http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Ga...g-Galaxy-Note-Note-LTE-Barely-There-Cases.asp
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Paying $25 for that case is just foolish.
I bought this one for $7:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WHITE-GLOSS...802561?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3371d03501
Its not that thick, its cheap and its secure.
The Boxwave Unicolor case is pretty thin. I also like that it combines TPU for the edge to protect the corners but uses hard plastic on the back to allow it to easily slide in and out of pockets. I always find TPU is just too sticky for the entire case. One added perk: The back plastic is see-thru so the phone still looks pretty stock if you like that look.
On Amazon for like $14. I think you can find other manufacturers of the same case on eBay for cheaper, but I jus tuse Amazon because it's easier. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846
I got a clear TPU case, both form and function are just fine. It comes up and over the edge of the screen just enough to add some protection, and easily slides in and out of all my pockets, and my jeans don't hang off of me I got it from this guy for just $1.99 delivered.
I got this case:
http://www.amazon.com/elago-Slim-Ca..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1331234426&sr=1-1
Having used Barely There cases in the past, I'd say this is just as thin, same quality, and much cheaper.
deeken said:
Paying $25 for that case is just foolish.
I bought this one for $7:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WHITE-GLOSS...802561?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3371d03501
Its not that thick, its cheap and its secure.
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I would have to agree. I usually take off the case after a few months. The thinnest case I found is .2mm from this guy.
Barry (NJ) said:
I got a clear TPU case, both form and function are just fine. It comes up and over the edge of the screen just enough to add some protection, and easily slides in and out of all my pockets, and my jeans don't hang off of me I got it from this guy for just $1.99 delivered.
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Holy sh*t! Less than 2 bucks delivered from Hong Kong? How does this guy make any money?
Corvette Dave said:
http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Ga...g-Galaxy-Note-Note-LTE-Barely-There-Cases.asp
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I don't think the Barely There cases allow you to lay the phone face down without scratching the screen.
LiquidArrogance said:
I use the Rearth Ringke slim and like it. The only raised part is on the corners, though, so you may not like it. The sides are largely uncovered.
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I think this one may be the slimmest, but it doesn't look like it allows you to lay the phone face down either.
Barry (NJ) said:
I got a clear TPU case, both form and function are just fine. It comes up and over the edge of the screen just enough to add some protection, and easily slides in and out of all my pockets, and my jeans don't hang off of me I got it from this guy for just $1.99 delivered.
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This case looks promising as long as it doesn't stick in my pants pocket. For $1.99, I can afford to try it out.
dcfella said:
I got this case:
http://www.amazon.com/elago-Slim-Ca..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1331234426&sr=1-1
Having used Barely There cases in the past, I'd say this is just as thin, same quality, and much cheaper.
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As I said in my post, the Elago does not protect the screen edges.
I really don't think any of the ultra-thin cases have screen lip protection. I have the Elago, but rarely use it. Find a slightly bigger case that does and make the compromise. I love the Zenus Air Capsule. It has a screen lip, has a kickstand, hard plastic so it slides in and out of pocket easily and is less bulky than the Speck, Casemate and most of the other "mid" protection range cases. Just my 2c!
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S-Line tpu cases are thin and have a lip above the screen.
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dcfella said:
I got this case:
http://www.amazon.com/elago-Slim-Ca..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1331234426&sr=1-1
Having used Barely There cases in the past, I'd say this is just as thin, same quality, and much cheaper.
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I have never used the Barely There case or Elago but in the screenshots on amazon of that elago case, it looks like the bottom is unprotected. Is that how the Barely There case is as well? I currently use the RearthUSA Slim case which I like but it seems a little too think. I would like to get something thinner!
As the tile asks.
Was going for the Neo Hybrid, but saw on YouTube videos that it adds a significant amount of bulk to the phone, also in dimensions, and it's not that sturdy anyway!
So I need a lightweight case, which will protect the phone, should have a decent amount of lip at front to protect the screen, and the case itself should not be fragile. I find it meaningless when a case requires not to be dropped. I am scared about dropping the phone, that's why I need a case at first place
I personally love UAG cases, but I don't like the hardcore industrialist look on them any more, I need something very simple yet elegant looking, like the Neo Hybrid.
Thanks.
Look at the UAG. Its pretty lightweight but may be more bulky than what you are looking for
Body glove dimensions case I have seidio surface now but does add weight because of the metal kickstand
I've been happy with my Tech21 Impact Tactical case. Good protection for when I need something besides a slim hard case.
1slow4G said:
Body glove dimensions case I have seidio surface now but does add weight because of the metal kickstand
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This is not available in my location.
SilentJ20 said:
I've been happy with my Tech21 Impact Tactical case. Good protection for when I need something besides a slim hard case.
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Nor this one!
I guess I will have to stick with mainline brands Isn't there any bumper case for Note 3? A good one I mean. I just need to protect the corners, and a bumper should do that just fine, isn't it?
devilsdouble said:
This is not available in my location.
Nor this one!
I guess I will have to stick with mainline brands Isn't there any bumper case for Note 3? A good one I mean. I just need to protect the corners, and a bumper should do that just fine, isn't it?
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I also have the bearmotion bumper. Really love that bumper.
1slow4G said:
I also have the bearmotion bumper. Really love that bumper.
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Well this is listed here, but at an awful price! LOL!
http://www.amazon.in/Bear-Motion-Premium-Bumper-Samsung/dp/B00F5QIVLO
I guess I will have to look for a different bumper case. I just love the feel and look of the back side of my phone so much that I won't like to put on a case other than a bumper.
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Well this is listed here, but at an awful price! LOL!
http://www.amazon.in/Bear-Motion-Premium-Bumper-Samsung/dp/B00F5QIVLO
I guess I will have to look for a different bumper case. I just love the feel and look of the back side of my phone so much that I won't like to put on a case other than a bumper.
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[emoji15] [emoji33] that is expensive. that's the reason I liked the bumper so much. Feels great and protects camera and screen when laying flat.
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[emoji15] [emoji33] that is expensive. that's the reason I liked the bumper so much. Feels great and protects camera and screen when laying flat.
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Could you tell me does this bumper have a cutout for the microphone at lower right side of the phone (not the one at bottom), almost at the corner? Cause most bumpers don't!
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Could you tell me does this bumper have a cutout for the microphone at lower right side of the phone (not the one at bottom), almost at the corner? Cause most bumpers don't!
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Yes it does. That's the temperature/humidity sensor btw
Have you looked at Otterbox?
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Have you looked at Otterbox?
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Which one? Commuter or Defender?
They are the ultimate cases for protection, but then again they look very tough and rugged, which I won't like for the Note 3.
Right now the only option for me is to get a bumper, and in bumpers I can only have two, that Bear Motion one as suggested on previous page or some Amzer one, called Border Case or something, but I have no idea if that case has that cutout for the temperature sensor! Has anyone ever heard of this brand Amzer before? I certainly haven't! This is the case I am taking about,
http://www.amzer.co.in/Amzer-Border-Case-Black-P97313.htm
If that case doesn't have the cutout then my only option is to go for the Bear Motion one, but I don't think paying 2X price than what it's worth is reasonable by any means.
Lets see.
devilsdouble said:
Which one? Commuter or Defender?
They are the ultimate cases for protection, but then again they look very tough and rugged, which I won't like for the Note 3.
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I've got the Commuter. It's a lot more elegant in reality than it looks in the pictures. (At least the black one is). But yes, it's a but bulky. It doubles the thickness if you count the rim on the front as well.
But if you want protection, something slim and sleek will not do much good. I've looked for those options, but they're all more for show than actual protection.
The diztronic tpu might be what you're looking for. Uag, spigen or especially otterbox are far from lightweight. I own the uag and I can drop the phone on any kind of surface without blinking, that case has serious protection. Otterbox is a tank, for construction people.
Yeah thanks guys.
@ShadowLea: Yeah I know that a bumper will not protect the device like an Otterbox would do or a UAG, but I am not looking for that much protection, just protecting the corners will do fine in my case, I think.
@lvnatic: Thanks. I know about UAG and Otterbox. I have used the Maverick on my S4 for a good four/five months, and it can protect the device in a lot of situations, but then I got tired of its look, too rugged, and that too when S4's backside was all glossy cheap type of plastic. For Note 3 and its backside material I can't think slapping a case on it, I just love touching that fake plastic It feels too good. If it were Note 2 or S4, I would not think a second before putting a case on it, because they felt that gross, to me.
Anyway, thanks all for the suggestions. For the time being I am going with a bumper, if I change my mind and consider a more protective case later then I will surely consider the suggested cases in this topic.
Does anybody know of a case that'll work with Samsung's wireless charging battery panel?
Sipgen neo hybrid case
Bit expensive but kinda worth
Its been almost a year since i had it for note 3
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Sipgen neo hybrid case
Bit expensive but kinda worth
Its been almost a year since i had it for note 3
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Funny you posted this at the same time I added one to my cart on amazon lol. How slippery is it realistically? That's my only concern.
1slow4G said:
Funny you posted this at the same time I added one to my cart on amazon lol. How slippery is it realistically? That's my only concern.
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The edges are firm but back, its bit slippery
anyways
its an awesome case bro
You won't be disappointed
djak272 said:
The edges are firm but back, its bit slippery
anyways
its an awesome case bro
You won't be disappointed
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Figured that was the case (see what I did there ?)
I'll give it a try then, the looks are deceiving lol
What color you have? I'm stuck between slate and sliver
So I bought the Spigen slim armor with kickstand case just recently and found that it is rather a thick case and added bulk to the N6. It in turns made the N6 not be able to fit the car mount I bought. Anyone got recommendation for a good slim case?
Car mount: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HRKI5V2?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
Ringke Slim Case.
But keep in mind. Slim cases like this offers less protection.
I really like my Diztronic case. It's thin and feels well protected. A few videos on YouTube where people do drop tests and it came out without a scratch.
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I got the spigen hybrid. Fits nice with flush buttons and see through nack. Looks great
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MrBrady said:
I really like my Diztronic case. It's thin and feels well protected. A few videos on YouTube where people do drop tests and it came out without a scratch.
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Got the diztronic... its not like its slim
The slimmest i have is ringke
Try Orzly case, it is very very thin.
The Ringke Max is actually pretty 'slim' with a lot of protection. If you want close to naked feel, then the Ringke Slim might be best, but really not that much protection.
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So I bought the Spigen slim armor with kickstand case just recently and found that it is rather a thick case and added bulk to the N6. It in turns made the N6 not be able to fit the car mount I bought. Anyone got recommendation for a good slim case?
Car mount: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HRKI5V2?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
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I bought the Spigen Ultra Hybrid (clear), Thin Fit (clear), Slim Armor and S Wallet. IMO the Slim Armor fit and looked the best, but FAT. The TPUs just made the phone uber FAT(er). The wallet hinge/flap/binder thing is too loose and flabby [I wanted tight form fitting].
I ordered several generic gel jelly slim TPU.
First one to arrive is one with a logo that reads INSTEN and I am very impressed by it.
It's tight (queue up Micheal Meyers), lip is thin and holds on to the frame without going over on to the glass, barely raised ever so slightly higher than the screen.
It makes the screen/viewing pop out (it might be the color I chose, yellow).
The cutouts are great, the thinly covered raised areas over the power and volume rocker are just right (if you have the slim armor you might experience what I have, where touching the buttons is just too sensitive).
Grippy and sturdy. Knocked some on the table, I'd use it to press some buttons, sure..
I might go order more colors.
Usually I like Goospery Mercury Gel TPU cases on my phones, but haven't found any made for the N6.
EDIT: easy in and out from pocket.
Thanks guys for your suggestions. I think I'm going to go with the slick wraps full body because it does not add any bulk and provide some protection.
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I bought the Spigen Ultra Hybrid (clear), Thin Fit (clear), Slim Armor and S Wallet. IMO the Slim Armor fit and looked the best, but FAT. The TPUs just made the phone uber FAT(er). The wallet hinge/flap/binder thing is too loose and flabby [I wanted tight form fitting].
I ordered several generic gel jelly slim TPU.
First one to arrive is one with a logo that reads INSTEN and I am very impressed by it.
It's tight (queue up Micheal Meyers), lip is thin and holds on to the frame without going over on to the glass, barely raised ever so slightly higher than the screen.
It makes the screen/viewing pop out (it might be the color I chose, yellow).
The cutouts are great, the thinly covered raised areas over the power and volume rocker are just right (if you have the slim armor you might experience what I have, where touching the buttons is just too sensitive).
Grippy and sturdy. Knocked some on the table, I'd use it to press some buttons, sure..
I might go order more colors.
Usually I like Goospery Mercury Gel TPU cases on my phones, but haven't found any made for the N6.
EDIT: easy in and out from pocket.
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That INSTEN case is identical to the Caseology cases. Probably made in china, and companies just put their own name on it. But they look OK with medium protection.
vboyz103 said:
Thanks guys for your suggestions. I think I'm going to go with the slick wraps full body because it does not add any bulk and provide some protection.
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I'm not doubting your choice, as it's your phone. But any "protection" you get from a skin will be just to prevent scratches and no drop protection. Good luck.
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That INSTEN case is identical to the Caseology cases. Probably made in china, and companies just put their own name on it. But they look OK with medium protection..
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I dont have the caseology, but from the images I can agree, sans dimple. It's a good thing being at 1/3rd the price. I went ahead and bought green and black as well. It is so far my fave case.
I'll add, you know the form, shape that the phone has, makes it fit well in the hand and really gives it that unique feeling that it is a much smaller phone. This case INSTEN keeps that feeling intact..
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I really like my Diztronic case. It's thin and feels well protected. A few videos on YouTube where people do drop tests and it came out without a scratch.
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I also really like the diztronic case. Minimal and functional.
I actually have the carved case and it's really slim and seems somewhat protective. Especially since it's made of real wood!
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SUPCASE UNICORE BEETLE is pretty sweet!
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SUPCASE UNICORE BEETLE is pretty sweet!
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Agreed. Fairly protective without being too bulky. Good grip too.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a case that preserves the top heaviness and dramatic tapering of thickness at the bottom of the phone? Basically I'm as concerned about drop protection as preserving the original "feel" of the phone.
Does anyone have both of these and can compare?
http://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Nillkin®-ShockProof-Transparent-Samsung/dp/B01C5Q22M0
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01C2...8044&sr=8-1&pi=SL75_QL70&keywords=s7+calicase
The calicase says it is the thinnest and looks really thin but the nilkin seems interesting as well
i got the calicase and it is super thin almost feels like you are not using a case and i love it
I have the Nillkin Nature and love the case. I did purchase the Ringke Fusion Air for comparison as well, and it's thicker than the Nillkin Nature.
tlopez1973 said:
i got the calicase and it is super thin almost feels like you are not using a case and i love it
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How is the grip compared to "regular tpu"? One of the reviews say it is really slippery.
Seems the Nilkin is thicker but also has some extra side grip... Hmm.
The Nillkin case is garbage - such thin TPU that it deforms easily. I have the Ringke SLIM and its a pretty decent choice for a slim case.
It is a little slippery but it looks fantastic
Unfortunately CaliCase doesn't seem to ship to the European Union...
Or outside of the US, for that matter...
man the calicase really looks perfect for me, unfortunately I'm in the EU also and they don't seem to ship here
i have the nillkin natura, it's perfect! the materials are great, and aesthetics of the phone is not damaged by the cover.
black color on s7 onyx black is great.
I have the calicase, and it's definitely the thinnest case I've ever owned. It also does not interfere with my coral edge to edge screen protector (which I'm not a fan of, but that's a different story). As others have stated, it's a little slippery, but not enough to really bother me.
i got the calicase and love it... not too slippery imho. soooo thin
I am another fan of the calicase. However, you should know that it makes the power and volume buttons nearly impossible to depress without trying more than once. Small drawback, but I still love it.
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I have the Nillkin Nature and love the case. I did purchase the Ringke Fusion Air for comparison as well, and it's thicker than the Nillkin Nature.
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could you please post some pics with the Nillkin and the Ringke mounted on the phone, i'm interested in both(more in the Nillkin 'cause it's slimmer), i had it on the S6 and i loved it, but the S7 has the more curved edges and i wanted to see how it fits around the screen, i bought a very slim Rock TPU case and the edges are very sharp, and i have the feeling the the phone wants to get out of the case(it' aliiiiiiiiive )) ) thanks
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could you please post some pics with the Nillkin and the Ringke mounted on the phone, i'm interested in both(more in the Nillkin 'cause it's slimmer), i had it on the S6 and i loved it, but the S7 has the more curved edges and i wanted to see how it fits around the screen, i bought a very slim Rock TPU case and the edges are very sharp, and i have the feeling the the phone wants to get out of the case(it' aliiiiiiiiive )) ) thanks
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I don't has have either case any longer. I'm now using the Rock thin tpu, Ringke Fusion and the Ringke Onyx.
The Nillkin didn't fit properly after I put a carbon fiber back skin and the Ringke Air was way too thick for my liking.
thanks, i have the Rock too but the edges are quite sharp, i already ordered the Nillkin ,i also have a protector on the back, a 0.2mm one, i hope the Nillkin fits well ?
hauhauhau7 said:
thanks, i have the Rock too but the edges are quite sharp, i already ordered the Nillkin ,i also have a protector on the back, a 0.2mm one, i hope the Nillkin fits well ?
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The rock case I have isn't sharp at all. Might of been fixed?
Im looking for a thin plastic case like the Spigen thin fit that only covers the first little bit on each corners. Like how the think fits cutout starts near the volume rocker, just that little bit on each side near the coners.
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Im looking for a thin plastic case like the Spigen thin fit that only covers the first little bit on each corners. Like how the think fits cutout starts near the volume rocker, just that little bit on each side near the coners.
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Nillkin Super frosted shield.
It's good and durable!! Worth the money.
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Nillkin Super frosted shield.
It's good and durable!! Worth the money.
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The side coverage is about the same as the spigen thin fit. Im looking for one that doesnt have any side coverage except for near the corners.
This is what I'm using - I love it. It does have some side coverage, but a little less than most ive tried.
https://www.amazon.com/Bear-Motion-...qid=1495483415&sr=8-1&keywords=s8+bear+motion
Spigen AirSkin.
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Pls take a look at Pitaka cases:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071HYN55R/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I2QI2O5D42I5UZ&colid=1EPNVNLZWP5WQ