What cases is everyone using?

+1 on the Diztronic. Fits w/ my extended battery too.

JarGnex said:

Im using the Diztronic case. It fits perfectly on my gnex

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I'm using Diztronic too, transparent flexible one. It fits nexus very well and looks almost as if case is not there as I can see the body through it.

wrecklass said:

Cruzerlite Androidified here as well.

...Now I'm looking for a belt clip that works with this case.

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I found the perfect solution for me:

Sedio Holster for Surface

This holster/belt clip works perfectly with the Cruzerlite Androidified case on the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. The Seidio case is a hard plastic in two pieces, but it is exactly the same size as the Cruzerlite case, so this holster fits it and allows me to use the case I prefer while carrying it on my belt.

I had been wondering about this and thought others would like to know.

I am running the OEM extended battery (2100) and extended back door on my Verizon Galaxy Nexus and I just got the new Seidio Active case that is made to use with the extended battery.
seidioonline.com I use the holster too all with the Zagg screen protector

I use the original back cover with my extended battery with no problem.. Doesn't even feel hard to put on.

I am using this case:



CruzerLite Grey.. Way better than my other two cases..

Having a hard time finding a screen protector I really like.. The one I have right now was from Amazon, and worked well at first, but now looks ugly.

I have three different cases. Diztronic TPU case (glitter/smoke) which is my "every day" case, Cruzer Lite Androidified (pink) and a black TPU case I got from Verizon when I bought the phone. I've had great luck with the TPU cases. I had a CaseMate Barely There case that did not provide enough protection on the ends of the phone....and I have the scratches to prove it. :-(

+ 1 million on the Diztronic Rev 3 case. Walked in the house the other day with hands full, fumbled and then dropped my Nexus from about chest high onto the hardwood floor in the dining room. It landed face down with a sickening smack. (My seven year old son turned and looked at me like "Daddy....what DID YOU DO?!)

I was certain the screen was going to be cracked, but I picked it up and much to my relief- zero damage. Popped the case off just to be sure everything was fine and it's good to go.

The Diztronic just paid for itself many times over. The fit of the case is perfect and the two-tone matte back/gloss front looks nice.

Was sitting in a meeting the other day with my Nexus on the table next to a co-workers iPhone 4S in an Otterbox. Talk about polar opposite looks...the Otterboxed 4S looks like a ungainly chunk of 1980s General Motors dashboard plastic, while the Nexus looks positively sleek in the Diztronic case.

Highly recommended!

Just got my Ringke Slim in the mail today, so that from here on out.

I have the shell/holster combo from Verizon.

Pros:
* Low bulk/visability out of the holster.
* Nice texture: Feels good in your hand.
* Screen is fully protected by the holster.
* Rotating holster clip works well for a low-carry in your front pocket.
* Kickstand!

Cons:
* Top and bottom of the phone exposed! I dropped my phone and now it has a nick :-(
* Does not work with the extended battery.

GalaxyNexus said:

Does the Diztronic work w/ the VZW extended battery?

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I have the extended battery, I just haven't tried it yet. I'm pretty sure I read somewhere that it does work, but I'll check it out this weekend to be sure.

None. I never drop my phone no matter how drunk I am. And I have insurance.

mustardtiger said:

+ 1 million on the Diztronic Rev 3 case. Walked in the house the other day with hands full, fumbled and then dropped my Nexus from about chest high onto the hardwood floor in the dining room. It landed face down with a sickening smack. (My seven year old son turned and looked at me like "Daddy....what DID YOU DO?!)

I was certain the screen was going to be cracked, but I picked it up and much to my relief- zero damage. Popped the case off just to be sure everything was fine and it's good to go.

The Diztronic just paid for itself many times over. The fit of the case is perfect and the two-tone matte back/gloss front looks nice.

Was sitting in a meeting the other day with my Nexus on the table next to a co-workers iPhone 4S in an Otterbox. Talk about polar opposite looks...the Otterboxed 4S looks like a ungainly chunk of 1980s General Motors dashboard plastic, while the Nexus looks positively sleek in the Diztronic case.

Highly recommended!

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I've had dropped experiences with this case and agree 100%. It's a great case and looks good too!

GalaxyNexus said:

Does the Diztronic work w/ the VZW extended battery?

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It does with mine

Otterbox Defender is the only way to go.

I have the diztronic and a white cruzer lite, which I had to return because it got dirty within
a few weeks of use. The stain will not come off. I recommend the diztronic as well.

suprafreak1000 said:

Just got my Ringke Slim in the mail today, so that from here on out.

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I'm sporting the Ringke Slim as well, and I'm quite happy with it.

I don't currently have a screen protector with mine, but I think it should work without any problems as long as your screen protector doesn't extend onto the bezel at all. The Ringke Slim clings around the edges and doesn't really wrap around to the front of the phone much at all. It leaves enough room such that the bezel can be seen clearly.

I'm using the Diztronic case too. Seems practical, simple and affordable. Also using an extended battery. (VZW)

TheOozyman said:

Im using a black gel TPU case I got from Amazon. It protects great and it comes off and on easily

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dawnierae said:

^This

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Love it. Amazon.com: Samsung Galaxy Nexus I9250 Unlocked Cell Phone: Cell Phones & Accessories

Glossy black case, nice fit, not slippery. I've had Cruiser and they're not as nice as this.

Also using the Seidio Active holster: Seidio HLSSGNLASA Active Holster for Samsung Galaxy Nexus - Retail Packaging - Black

I bent the bottom clips a little tighter after warming with a lighter. It was a little loose prior to that.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/r..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1337799892&sr=1-1

Currently using the Otter Box Commuter. It won't work with the extended battery, but for the stock battery it is an attractive, rock solid case.

quantumrand said:

I'm sporting the Ringke Slim as well, and I'm quite happy with it.

I don't currently have a screen protector with mine, but I think it should work without any problems as long as your screen protector doesn't extend onto the bezel at all. The Ringke Slim clings around the edges and doesn't really wrap around to the front of the phone much at all. It leaves enough room such that the bezel can be seen clearly.

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That's the mint version if im correct? If so, could you please post more pics? I wish they had a mint for the lte model lol. It looks like it'd be way dope

Here's some pics of mine if anyone was interested,

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JarGnex said:

Im using the Diztronic case. It fits perfectly on my gnex

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I also picked this case up for my phone, but the translucent/smoke one. I like it a lot, it's pretty thin, fits quite well, and the cutouts line up great. But mostly it is grippy. The phone without a case is really slick, I kept feeling like I was going to drop it when one-handing it.

It comes with a screen protector, so I'd assume it works with screen protectors without bunching them up. But I didn't use it.

The screen has a nice oleophobic coating that keeps it so clean so easily, why would you want to cover that up with a screen protector?

suprafreak1000 said:

That's the mint version if im correct? If so, could you please post more pics? I wish they had a mint for the lte model lol. It looks like it'd be way dope

Here's some pics of mine if anyone was interested,

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How about a YouTube video?
Review: Rearth Rinke Slim for the Galaxy Nexus - YouTube

I'm what you might call a case whore.

Otterbox Defender- This case gets way too much credit for what it is. It does fit the extended battery but that is about the only good thing it has going for it. The front of the case goes all the way up to the viewing portion of the screen and some have reported that it scratches the phone which makes the built in protector pointless. The clips that hold the case together are not quality at all and will crack and break off after the first few removals. The part I hate most, is that the silicone is on the outside. This case is not worth the $50.

Otterbox Commuter- This is everything the Defender wishes it as. Very nice silicone on the inside of a hard shell. It even has better port covers than the Defender.I have also heard that the Seidio spring clip holster fits it nicely. It does not fit the extended battery.

Verizon case/holster combo- A nice case if you do not care about dropping your phone. Might as well go naked. The case does not protect the top, bottom, corners, or screen. It will not fit the extended battery.

Cruzerlite Androidified- Very nice TPU case. You have to be carefull putting it on as it fits so snug it will bunch up your screen protector. It feels really nice in hand and adds very little to the phone. As a bonus they look cool as hell, especially in Android green. This will fit the extended battery. I got min for $10 each.

Trident Kraken- If you need protection and are considering the Otterbox Defender, STOP. Get this instead. Has a very nice inner silicon layer, which can be used as a case on its own, Surrounded by a beefy two piece hard shell. The clips that hold it together snap like legos. It has port covers, fits the extended battery and has a kickstand that can be swapped out for a bike clip, car mount, tripod and a number of other things. At $32 I can not speak more highly of this case. The only issue with it is that it covers half of the notification light. Hopefully this will be revised in the future.

I'm also going to pick up a Ballistic Shell Gel but I don't think it will have what it takes to replace the Kraken.

Otterbox Commuter and I'm pretty happy with it.