Moto Droid Maxx Cases and Accessories

[330D]

Anyone have the otterbox defender? Mine has issues when making a phone call, the screen goes black and won't turn back on. Really weird... I like the case but I'm afraid I'll have to return it :banghead:

Seems the screen protector messes with the proximity sensor. Ugh.

 

[Optimus Prune]

Anyone have the otterbox defender? Mine has issues when making a phone call, the screen goes black and won't turn back on. Really weird... I like the case but I'm afraid I'll have to return it :banghead:

Seems the screen protector messes with the proximity sensor. Ugh.

Others have posted of issues with their screen going black and it has turned out to be a screen protector interfering with the proximity sensor, yes. But the other case that comes to mind was a guy who was cutting a different template to fix the Maxx and it just wasn't the right fit.

 

[Trooper]

Can anyone recommend a decent thin case? I ordered a Diztronic earlier this week and believe it or not its still not here. I usually always order from them and get it within 2 days. Just sent an email to their support. Thanks guys.

 

[Trooper]

I just returned my bumper case. Going naked is too nice.

I think I am going to return mine too. Not really enjoying it and also does not work with the car dock.

 

[swany1970]

Can anyone recommend a decent thin case? I ordered a Diztronic earlier this week and believe it or not its still not here. I usually always order from them and get it within 2 days. Just sent an email to their support. Thanks guys.

I'm using the incipio feather case. Ordered it thru amazon. It has good feel an doesn't take the shape away from the phone. I also have the bumper and the speck case. My favorite is the feather followed by the speck. Hope this helps.

 

[Trooper]

I'm using the incipio feather case. Ordered it thru amazon. It has good feel an doesn't take the shape away from the phone. I also have the bumper and the speck case. My favorite is the feather followed by the speck. Hope this helps.

Do you happen to have a link to that case? Also do you have a car dock and if so does it still work with the car dock? Thanks for your help.

 

[swany1970]

Do you happen to have a link to that case? Also do you have a car dock and if so does it still work with the car dock? Thanks for your help.

Here's the link. I'm not sure if it will work with the car dock, it doesn't add too much thickness. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EDRWDGA/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1378580471&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL85

Like I said I don't use a car dock but I use this. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004G1L52Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1378580592&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL85

It works great if you don't use your Cd player. I have a nav in the car and use the phone for my music.

 

[Trooper]

Thanks a lot man I will look into these both Cheers.

 

[swany1970]

No problem, anytime!

 

[330D]

Others have posted of issues with their screen going black and it has turned out to be a screen protector interfering with the proximity sensor, yes. But the other case that comes to mind was a guy who was cutting a different template to fix the Maxx and it just wasn't the right fit.

It's weird... Sometimes it's fine, others it gets all crazy. I trimmed the case and it seems better, but not totally fixed...

 

[bkes216]

I got the Griffin Reveal case yesterday and absolutely love it. It looks a lot like the bumper but also has a clear covering over the back. I got the black one. It doesn't look nice on the website, but I was drawn to it immediately in the store. Pretty thin and highly recommended!

 

[rjack22]

I have the Griffin Reveal case also, only in white. I discovered I can put different things inside the clear back of the case that show through, like patterned paper I cut to fit. Makes it look like a designer case (smile). I bought the paper by the sheet at a craft store. Now I am a lady so maybe this appeals to me more that it would to most of you! Currently I am using a light blue background paper with white polka dots! You could also put in a photograph you print out. Just need to trim it to fit.

 

[tbhausen]

I got the Diztronic case and I'm impressed. Normally these TPU cases have had annoying parting lines (where the molds fit together) but this one is smooth and very professional. It's the best TPU case I've ever seen. The port openings are perfectly-finished. There are small features above and below the rear camera lens to protect the lens even more and allow the speakerphone to be heard well when the phone's lying on a table. The buttons feel terrific through it--almost like there's no case there at all. This case is a total winner. I like it so much that I'm saving the $20 price difference and taking the Incipio DualPro back. This is the 4th case I've tried (Bumper, Defender, DualPro) and this one smokes them all. Order with confidence

 

[doogald]

For the first three weeks I was using the bumper case. I like the bumper, but, after 20 months being carried around in my pocket, my Droid 3 had dust in the headphone jack, USB port, HDMI port, and even within the removal back. Everything still worked fine, but I knew this would continue to be an issue.

So, last night I went into VZW and bought the Otterbox Commuter case, which has port covers for the headphone jack and USB port. It makes a phone that's already a little on the big side even bigger, [edit - and a phone on the heavy side even heavier], but I think not terribly so, so I am going to try this out for a while.

I may go back to the bumper case, though. We'll see.

 

[tbhausen]

For the first three weeks I was using the bumper case. I like the bumper, but, after 20 months being carried around in my pocket, my Droid 3 had dust in the headphone jack, USB port, HDMI port, and even within the removal back. Everything still worked fine, but I knew this would continue to be an issue.

So, last night I went into VZW and bought the Otterbox Commuter case, which has port covers for the headphone jack and USB port. It makes a phone that's already a little on the big side even bigger, but I think not terribly so, so I am going to try this out for a while.

I may go back to the bumper case, though. We'll see.

I'll definitely buy the commuter when the "Hornet" color combo is available. The port covers are worth their weight in gold in dirty, dusty environments.

 

[markpa]

Yesterday I posted a 1 star review on Verizon's accessory page for the Maxx Commuter case (saying I love the case but hate the false advertising, the missing cover, and the failure of verizon's/otterbox to do anything or show any concern for the issue)

Today Verizon did the following:
1) deleted my review
2) updated their Commuter Maxx description: it no longer states that it includes a self adhesive screen protector.

Also, Otterbox's supervisors emailed and called me back. They ensured me that their entire Commuter series, especially the upcoming Maxx case, include a screen protector. They are also trying to investigate how Verizon acquired any of this product becuase it doesn't exist yet. They told me to return to a Verizon store and insist that a manager give me the cover that they must have removed from the packages. I sent her links to this forum, and told her that the Commuter retail package sold at Verizon makes no mention of a screen cover on the back. Other Commuter case packages show a drawing of the screen cover on the back.

The Verizon sku's listed are 77-31870, 72, 74, 76. The Otterbox site thus far still only lists 2 other color combinations 77-31459, 61.

I tried the Verizon bumper case and don't like the seam/3 part construction where the red color band is running all around the side. The fit/finish doesn't feel very high quality.

FYI, the Diztronic XT1080M case is back in stock at Amazon with a promo of 10% off 2+, 20+ off 3+ Diztronic cases. Free super saver shipping over $25, or free 2day prime shipping for prime customers.

 

[tbhausen]

It's obvious there's a communication breakdown here The OtterBox cases at VZW stores are genuine. I've seen both and there's no question in my mind.

 

[markpa]

Here are photos of my Otterbox commuter packages. They deleted "protects against scratches" and "includes screen protector". (hopefully just on the ones sold through Verizon)

 

[330D]

The defender I bought is definitely the real deal. Not fake at all... weird thing vzw has going on!

 

[doogald]

When it comes to screen protectors, I don't ever use the otterbox things anyway. I prefer the zagg/skinomi style anyway, but perhaps that's just me.

It is weird that otterbox has no idea that Verizon is selling their cases, though.

 

[markpa]

finally a real update: "...it's not like we forgot it. Verizon just wants to make more money."

 

[Old Member]

finally a real update: "...it's not like we forgot it. Verizon just wants to make more money."

WOW! Zing! Who's not afraid of BIG RED?

Otterbox that's who!

Otterbox, tellin' it like it is since 2013!

 

[doogald]

WOW! Zing! Who's not afraid of BIG RED?

Otterbox that's who!

Otterbox, tellin' it like it is since 2013!

They're happy to take Verizon's money for the cases, though.

 

[doogald]

For the first three weeks I was using the bumper case. I like the bumper, but, after 20 months being carried around in my pocket, my Droid 3 had dust in the headphone jack, USB port, HDMI port, and even within the removal back. Everything still worked fine, but I knew this would continue to be an issue.

So, last night I went into VZW and bought the Otterbox Commuter case, which has port covers for the headphone jack and USB port. It makes a phone that's already a little on the big side even bigger, [edit - and a phone on the heavy side even heavier], but I think not terribly so, so I am going to try this out for a while.

I may go back to the bumper case, though. We'll see.

I'm back to the bumper. The Otterbox Commuter just makes the phone too thick and, especially, heavy. The bumper seems just right, at least for me.

 

[tweak4]

I'm back to the bumper. The Otterbox Commuter just makes the phone too thick and, especially, heavy. The bumper seems just right, at least for me.

Really? I thought even the bumper made the phone feel too thick and heavy. That's why I went with a TPU skin, which I love! It probably won't protect much against a significant drop, but it should protect from the little bumps of daily life, and it only feels slightly bulkier than the bare phone.