Cases?

-=Jeff=- · Nov 4, 2014

LizMac,

how much bigger does the Turbo become with the Life Proof Case? I have the Ballistic Flip case, Might be more gimmicky than I hoped, may swap it for a life proof or just the screen protector and not use a case

decraig2000 · Nov 4, 2014

Can you still use a wireless charger if you use a case like say ... the Life Proof?

The light is at the end of the tunnel on my Razr M and I am going for battery the next time around. I am tire of having the charge my phone 3 times a day. The Turbo looks like it might be the phone for me.

-=Jeff=- · Nov 4, 2014

I want not having much luck with the flip case and my wireless charger.. I have a dual wireless energizer I have used for the last year for my Nexus 7 and MAXX.

I could charge the N7 through the case, but was not having luck with the Motorola Flip case and my Turbo, but it was late and I was not in the mood to mess too much with it.

I will try again tonight hopefully

coulterjosh · Nov 4, 2014

hey everyone i received my balistic turbo yesterday and love it. The first case that i am using is the verizon shell holster combo :Shell Holster Combo with Kickstand for DROID Turbo | Verizon Wireless.... there are no fit issues with the case and i feel it will serve great until i get bored with it lol. I am waiting to see some reviews on the lifeproof for the turbo so i hope some people pick one up soon because i loved my lifeproof on my s4.

iploya · Nov 5, 2014

Several options at Verizon. The naked phone is a manageable size, but most of the cases were pretty unwieldy by adding a lot of thickness. I find overly stiff buttons are a weak point on many cases, especially the one-piece molded rubber ones. The CaseMate is the best choice for me. The other cases were all very thick, and most had stiff buttons. At first, the translucent CaseMate looked funny and didn't compliment the black ballistic nylon, but it's growing on me. And the buttons are very easy to push.

-=Jeff=- · Nov 5, 2014

is there a bumper available for the Turbo? like the Droid Maxx had?

lukester01 · Nov 5, 2014

I would suggest the Tech21 case with something called D3O. Look them up and you will be amazed. It is a simple TPU case but with a special material around the edge. The case is transparent, much slimmer than anything else, and also grippy. Much better than a huge Otterbox or slippery Incipio.

iploya · Nov 6, 2014

Found a few unlicensed cases on eBay. Most are the bulky ugly leather, etc. but there were a few low profile cases like TPU and whatnot.http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-5...nav=item.view&id=400801025569&alt=web

LizMac · Nov 8, 2014

-=Jeff=- said:
LizMac,

how much bigger does the Turbo become with the Life Proof Case? I have the Ballistic Flip case, Might be more gimmicky than I hoped, may swap it for a life proof or just the screen protector and not use a case

Hey sorry I missed this. With the LP on I'd say it adds about... wait, I'll measure it:

3 5/16" wide (at the widest point - the buttons) X 6 1/8"

Still fits in my back pocket nicely.

coulterjosh · Nov 8, 2014

Sorry I did not see that question. No lie but the lifeproof does add size to this phone but in reality none of us bought this phone for a small phone so all the added protection that this case offers is tremendous and a great peace of mind;especially with my track record with braking phones.

WAMstr · Nov 9, 2014

Turbo

iploya · Nov 9, 2014

Liking the CaseMate Naked more and more. Protective without being overly bulky. Have a few more on order from China that I found on eBay. Some of these are as low as 2 bucks (just take longer to get here). I like trying several options whenever I get a new phone.

dukenilnil · Nov 12, 2014

lukester01 said:
I would suggest the Tech21 case with something called D3O. Look them up and you will be amazed. It is a simple TPU case but with a special material around the edge. The case is transparent, much slimmer than anything else, and also grippy. Much better than a huge Otterbox or slippery Incipio.

I too have the Tech21 and really like it. I didn't want to like it so much because it is expensive for a case for me ($30). In intended to get it just as a temporary case until Diztronic or another nice TPU maker came out with a case. In my time with it, though, I have really liked the case and am probably going to keep it.
The only change I am contemplating is if they come out with color cases like they have for other lines. The Smokey is their standard case and until recently, only case, but they now have started producing cases with different colors. Would love a dark blue one.

Case feels nice and offers very good protection. Thicker than a TPU case but slimmer than other style cases.
BTW: I have the 64gb version and it fits well.

budfox66 · Nov 12, 2014

For what it's worth, nylon and Kevlar are polymers in the aramid family of polymer chemistry, both of which exhibit extremely strong (tensile) characteristics, which is why we see them used in tire cord, luggage, and yes, bulletproof materials. Ballistic is a loosely used marketing term in this case since I doubt very seriously that this phone is "bulletproof"...however, the nylon type used for this phone back apparently is of "ballistic" grade. The main difference in these phones, I believe, is in construction, where the nylon back appears to actually be a fabric, and the others are molded. Just sayin...

Stingrayracing · Nov 14, 2014

I ordered the Tudia Ultra Slim Lite TPU bumper case from Amazon on Monday and received it today (Friday). All the holes line up correctly and it fits really well. It was only $7.99 plus $4.49 shipping, total $12.48. Pretty good deal IMHO.

smilesandwaves · Nov 14, 2014

budfox66 said:
For what it's worth, nylon and Kevlar are polymers in the aramid family of polymer chemistry, both of which exhibit extremely strong (tensile) characteristics, which is why we see them used in tire cord, luggage, and yes, bulletproof materials. Ballistic is a loosely used marketing term in this case since I doubt very seriously that this phone is "bulletproof"...however, the nylon type used for this phone back apparently is of "ballistic" grade. The main difference in these phones, I believe, is in construction, where the nylon back appears to actually be a fabric, and the others are molded. Just sayin...

Are you saying a case isn't needed? I guess it depends on the person.

I'm sure, with the specs your mentioned, the phone won't break easily if dropped. Though, it can still scratch the plastic and ballistic nylon. A case will help prevent scratching.

LizMac · Nov 14, 2014

I like the feel of a case. This phone might be sturdy, but it seems kinda slippery. Or, I'm just klutzy. Not taking a chance.... again. Hahaha

scupking · Nov 15, 2014

Stingrayracing said:
I ordered the Tudia Ultra Slim Lite TPU bumper case from Amazon on Monday and received it today (Friday). All the holes line up correctly and it fits really well. It was only $7.99 plus $4.49 shipping, total $12.48. Pretty good deal IMHO.

Just got this case today and it does not fit the 64gb version.

iploya · Nov 15, 2014

decraig2000 said:
Can you still use a wireless charger if you use a case like say ... the Life Proof?

The light is at the end of the tunnel on my Razr M and I am going for battery the next time around. I am tire of having the charge my phone 3 times a day. The Turbo looks like it might be the phone for me.

Yes

iploya · Nov 15, 2014

-=Jeff=- said:
is there a bumper available for the Turbo? like the Droid Maxx had?

It just dawned on me today that the 2-piece CaseMate Naked case can be used with the bumper only, without snapping the plastic back on. They don't suggest that anywhere but I don't see why not. Then you're not obscuring the ballistic back but still have edge/drop protection.

iploya · Nov 17, 2014

I got this Tudia Ultra Slim TPU case on eBay for around 10 bucks I think. So far I think it's my fave. Not bulky but thick enough, and reasonably good looking. It's matte finish, but at the top/bottom shiny black.

decraig2000 · Dec 1, 2014

Today I ordered my 64gb ballistic nylon Turbo. Looking at thinner TPU tpye of cases and many have disclaimers that they will not fit the ballistic nylon models. Anyone have recommendations for cases that will fit these?

coulterjosh · Dec 2, 2014

anyone have any reviews on the otterbox defender and commuter???

Laura S · Dec 2, 2014

ShanDroyd said:
i bought the 64gb model today. It has the ballistic Kevlar backing. the three model phones they make all have a different back on them... Why

I tried on the otter-box commuter and the Incipio (spelling???), that they had, and it fit a little funny.
From what I was able to conclude was most cases will fit great on the plastic, or smooth backed phones, but may be an issue with the "Ballistic Kevlar"

That's what I'm running into. Every case I like.. not for ballistic backing. UGH.

Laura S · Dec 2, 2014

LizMac said:
I like the feel of a case. This phone might be sturdy, but it seems kinda slippery. Or, I'm just klutzy. Not taking a chance.... again. Hahaha

That's my take on it too. I personally couldn't really care less about how ballistic or non ballistic the back is. I'm not a youngun and am not attached to my phone all the time, I worry more about the screen than the back. But I would like a good case for the grip. I would really love to find a flip case that I like that fit it. So far in my searches none have been for the ballistic nylon phone. I purchased it because it was the only one in the store near me at the time, never even considering that getting a case would be an issue.

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