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[Q] Kickstand case? but not the zenus one?

hi guys, anyone know of a case that has a kickstand, but not the zenus one or the pdair clip on thing. pdair is too big for me and i just dont like the zenus one.
Thanks in advance

I have found one but the problem is I dont know how to order it. This one looks great and stylish.
http://english.gmarket.co.kr/challenge/neo_goods/goods.asp?goodscode=190291082
If anyone could help in getting this. Thank you.

yep, the korean one is quite nice
very handy too

P-Unit87 said:
I have found one but the problem is I dont know how to order it. This one looks great and stylish.
http://english.gmarket.co.kr/challenge/neo_goods/goods.asp?goodscode=190291082
If anyone could help in getting this. Thank you.
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I too would like the kick-stand case. If anyone can explain how to order it I'd be grateful.
I can't understand Korean.

aditya_t90 said:
I too would like the kick-stand case. If anyone can explain how to order it I'd be grateful.
I can't understand Korean.
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+1 Plzzzz help! I found an awesome kickstand case which is the only one there and i wish to have it by all means..! ;-S
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that is FABULOUS! Where on earth did you manage to find that website?

I did a lot of research. It was like at the end of google search. lol.

Any other similar websites that you want to share? You seem to be a grandmaster on this.
As for using the website, use google toolbar to translate the page. The first one says case. The problem is what happens next. The selections are not in the same order as the pictures. I can't figure out which one is for the kicker stand case. There's one called crocker diary, but it comes in a whole bunch of different colours, whereas the stand only comes in black...
Found another one (in the same website).
http://item.gmarket.co.kr/challenge...cd=GE&pos_class_cd=200001759&pos_class_kind=M
The glossy one has the word "sold" next to it, so I guess only the matte one is available. 9,100 won, which is about 7.64 US$. Of course, the shipping fee is likely to be more than triple that.

I have finally found the case where the website is english. I guess they recently posted this because it wasn't there before. Here you go!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180552523253&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
I just order mines. I'll let you know how it is when it arrives.

Sweet. Did they mention how long it will take to arrive? Can't wait for your review.
I should prowling korean sites more often.
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fantastic! im ordering one right now!

ordered one as well!
thanks so much for posting that ebay link!

Ahhh. You guys are evil! Stop making me wanting to order one without waiting for an review!
*Goes off to kidnap someone who can read korean*

HOLY ****!
I Tried buying that case of Gmarket but kept coming up with errors so i decided to buy the mesh case from ebay which cost me SGD$20(USD$15) with shipping.
The seller seliing the kickstand case also sells the mesh case for only about USD$10 with shipping too!!
Damnit.. bought my case too earlier, i wanted the kickstand case so badly, but i would prefer the rubberised one as seen on Gmarket

Wait, what? There's a rubberised kick stand case? Link please
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Edit: must learn to read whole thread..

All Day On XDA said:
Wait, what? There's a rubberised kick stand case? Link please
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Edit: must learn to read whole thread..
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The one on Gmarket that the other guy is talking about is a matt black color - it is hard case, not rubber. This one is glossy black. I also saw white glossy and a pink color as well.

Is there a picture of the matt black case? I haven't seen one yet. I want to know if the silver bit is matt as well.

snapper.fishes said:
Is there a picture of the matt black case? I haven't seen one yet. I want to know if the silver bit is matt as well.
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The metal piece (the standing piece) is still metal.

it looked like rubberised or soft-touch to me ...

Goddamn that kickstand case (ebay link) is so sexy!!! I can only just resist buying it, as I've already spent too much on accessories...
Only problem is, does it properly clip on to the phone? It looks like it doesnt lock over the front of the phone 0_0.
But in all seriousness, that thing is godly. Koreans sure know how to design quality products!!!
I'm also tempted to try and replicate the metal part for a homemade kickstand... sounds like a good project!!!

New "plush grid" battery door replacements

So on Ebay there are some new battery door replacements available to buy:
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Anybody here already tried it out? If so, how is it?

Didn't try that one... Just received the carbon and crocodile one from here.
These are absolutely the best looking battery covers I've used. The fit and finish are awesome and they are not slippery like the original. Got them in a week after purchase from Hong Kong.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?sbk=1&nav=SEARCH&itemId=161033082872
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I own the carbon and the leather one.
While they are nice, I don't like the shiny bezel around the material.
And I hope to get even more grip.

wasabah said:
So on Ebay there are some new battery door replacements available to buy:
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Anybody here already tried it out? If so, how is it?
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Wie gehts,
I just ordered the plush grid, let's see how they are. Thanks for the tip

netrisca said:
Wie gehts,
I just ordered the plush grid, let's see how they are. Thanks for the tip
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Hahaha, nice! I think I'll also just order.. not that much money after all.
Which color did you go for?

wasabah said:
Hahaha, nice! I think I'll also just order.. not that much money after all.
Which color did you go for?
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Got this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/151076783267?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
It will match the black well I think

Be careful with some of these replacement battery doors if you plan on using them in a case (I know, seems redundant). I got a leather batery door from Ali Express and the plastic cover was thicker than the standard one and not b/c of the leather on it. It just wasn't sized properly so it doesn't fit in any of my 3 cases (Spigen Slim Armor View, Poetic case, random aluminum bumper).

Ooh I'm going to buy the black one. I currently use a stylish blue one with my red aluminum bumper but I think this would look better.

Keep us posted when you receive yours!

a healthy suggestion
have you gave any thought to searching up s4 cases through esty
handmade , exotic cases
have a good day
my sibling has a etsy s3 case and she loves it to this day and she bought it 1 1/2 ago )

So did you guys already receive yours?

wasabah said:
So did you guys already receive yours?
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i did maybe a week and a half or so ago, went with the traditional Burberry print, i liked it as the print pattern is very exact, my girl hated it, said everyone will know its fake! (no kidding???). The sides which are black started to splinter off, because the door doesn't flex enough when taking off the back cover which i do often changing batteries. I requested and received a refund and was also told i can keep the back. One other thing the back is not plush, it has more of a wallpaper feel to it and its slightly higher than oem back

KING SKILLZ said:
i did maybe a week and a half or so ago, went with the traditional Burberry print, i liked it as the print pattern is very exact, my girl hated it, said everyone will know its fake! (no kidding???). The sides which are black started to splinter off, because the door doesn't flex enough when taking off the back cover which i do often changing batteries. I requested and received a refund and was also told i can keep the back. One other thing the back is not plush, it has more of a wallpaper feel to it and its slightly higher than oem back
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Eww. I thought it would be plush. Good thing I decided not to order one.

In need of OEM white back glass

I bought my N4 as an all black phone. Unfortunately, my back glass broke a few months after I got it, and the price was a little more than I wanted to spend. Lately I'm getting a few more hours at work and I think I am in an ok position where I can finally afford a repair, and since the back glass has to go anyway, I thought I'd look for a sheet of white glass to replace it. Anyone know where to get a replacement? Preferably OEM, and without the back housing. I'd like to keep this as cheap as possible. The fact that white glass is more rare is already going to jack up the price to my cap, I think
Thanks, guys!

Have you tried eBay? You can get quite a few there, with varying prices. If you still can't find something on eBay, then you should just go to Google and get it repaired / buy it from them.

Check this ebay.ca/itm/161126349137
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Is it cracked/shattered or missing pieces? You could slap a white carbon dbrand skin on it. Or any other of your choice.
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any updates?

Lt.Win said:
Have you tried eBay? You can get quite a few there, with varying prices. If you still can't find something on eBay, then you should just go to Google and get it repaired / buy it from them.
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I don't know if it took me too long to check or if there was a typo in the url, but it says the item link is no good.
1slow4G said:
Is it cracked/shattered or missing pieces? You could slap a white carbon dbrand skin on it. Or any other of your choice.
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While you are right, this is an easy solution, it's just not the one I'm looking for. The glass is shattered, all the way at the very bottom next to the speaker, and it spider webs halfway up the back. I really like the look of the white, or 'panda' N4, and the skins just aren't the same as glass. For the cost of 2 skins I can replace my glass and have it customized in a way, too. That's a win-win in my book

hp420 said:
While you are right, this is an easy solution, it's just not the one I'm looking for. The glass is shattered, all the way at the very bottom next to the speaker, and it spider webs halfway up the back. I really like the look of the white, or 'panda' N4, and the skins just aren't the same as glass. For the cost of 2 skins I can replace my glass and have it customized in a way, too. That's a win-win in my book
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Understood.
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Case that does not cover the back bump/visor at all?

So in looking for a case for my Graphite 6P I've come to the conclusion that I'd like a case that left the whole black bar open on the back. There's obviously a lot going on as far as camera, flash, lasers, NFC, and antennas in there. Also the more I see the professional pictures of the device the more I enjoy the unique design feature.
Anyone found a case that leaves the whole bump open?
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The Verus case got a redesign that does not block the laser auto focus, its just not reflected in the photos but will be as soon as the updated images are posted.
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DxTcmix said:
The Verus case got a redesign that does not block the laser auto focus, its just not reflected in the photos but will be as soon as the updated images are posted.
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Source?

Pilz said:
Source?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=63072175
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This does cover the black bar partially... however, its from Google's store so I'm sure its a safe buy. On the pricey side, but I think it looks very neat.
Nexus 6P case
I also ordered the graphite. Originally ordered the 5X, then saw the graphic with the differences between the 2 phones and went back and cancelled my original purchase and got the 6P instead.
The folio case on the store thats not available yet does not cover the bar at all.

The original renders of the Moko case showed it not having anything across the entire visor, which was one reason I ordered it. I just received it today and it matches the current images on Amazon, which were updated after I ordered. I can imagine leaving that glass exposed might not have been the best idea, but the way it is now still looks ok, I guess. It looks like it will have plenty of room for the laser module, but that's still to be seen once I have my phone in hand.

Disappointing, I think it can be adequately protected and it's GG4 to boot. I'll keep looking. Some no name case company will make it eventually.
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The official folio case doesn't cover the visor at all: https://store.google.com/product/adopted_folio_n6p

aygriffith said:
So in looking for a case for my Graphite 6P I've come to the conclusion that I'd like a case that left the whole black bar open on the back. There's obviously a lot going on as far as camera, flash, lasers, NFC, and antennas in there. Also the more I see the professional pictures of the device the more I enjoy the unique design feature.
Anyone found a case that leaves the whole bump open?
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I was wanting a case just like this too. I think leaving it open would look really cool
Skitals said:
The official folio case doesn't cover the visor at all: https://store.google.com/product/adopted_folio_n6p
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Ah this case would be perfect if it wasn't actually a folding cover case! ? I could always cut off the front.. But I'm afraid the edge it cut off from won't be smooth :/

Ngo93 said:
I was wanting a case just like this too. I think leaving it open would look really cool
Ah this case would be perfect if it wasn't actually a folding cover case! I could always cut off the front.. But I'm afraid the edge it cut off from won't be smooth :/
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Yeah, that would be no good cutting off the front. Since one of the two first party cases leaves the visor exposed, I'm sure plenty of third party cases will follow suit. It's a very distinct design cue on the phone, and I'm sure your not the only one that wants to show it off :cyclops:

Dbrand finally available for Z5c

https://dbrand.com/shop/xperia-z5-compact

masi0 said:
https://dbrand.com/shop/xperia-z5-compact
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Wood and carbon are the best !
Hispanico

hispanico957 said:
Wood and carbon are the best !
Hispanico
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I agree. I like carbon the most for my black Z5C, however the dark wood also looks promising.

Those really do look quite nice. I go normally totally commando on my phones, but I am seriously considering getting one of these for the back.
Looks better than the glass IMO, should make a cracked back if it happens far lass annoying and it will likely make it less slippery.
Anyone got those already? I would have a few questions:
- the z5c back is a bit recessed - but how is the back with the skin applied? Is it higher than the frame or is it even or still recessed?
- which version do you have and how is the grip on it how how does it feel? I am curious how the carbon, titanium, leather and wood versions compare there.

I used to buy dbrand for al my phones but switched to the beautiful crafted balolo.de wooden panels. Gives your phone a truly unique expression and feel, waiting for my balolo order to arrive (had one for my previous z3c)

Psykhe said:
- the z5c back is a bit recessed - but how is the back with the skin applied? Is it higher than the frame or is it even or still recessed?
- which version do you have and how is the grip on it how how does it feel? I am curious how the carbon, titanium, leather and wood versions compare there.
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I have an red carbon extremeskin on my z5c but it basically the same, the skin is maybe 0.1mm higher than the frame so the back feels a little bit more rounded. The grip is definitely better with the skin on The skin also have cutouts for the Sony and nfc logo, looks ok but not great.
http://i.imgur.com/8hQjtro.jpg
Extremeskins z5c

Radeon1337 said:
I have an red carbon extremeskin on my z5c but it basically the same, the skin is maybe 0.1mm higher than the frame so the back feels a little bit more rounded. The grip is definitely better with the skin on The skin also have cutouts for the Sony and nfc logo, looks ok but not great.
http://i.imgur.com/8hQjtro.jpg
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Thanks for the Info!
Personally I like dbrands version more, I do not like the cutouts for the Sony and NFC Logo on the xtremeskins version.
In case anyone is interested in grip improvements, I found this report regarding the different grip factors of different dbrand skins.

willumpie82 said:
I used to buy dbrand for al my phones but switched to the beautiful crafted balolo.de wooden panels. Gives your phone a truly unique expression and feel, waiting for my balolo order to arrive (had one for my previous z3c)
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I like those. Post a pic when you get it if you wouldn't mind
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Notchr302 said:
I like those. Post a pic when you get it if you wouldn't mind
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received my balolo sheet yesterday, see attachements

the wood looks nice (i miss my moto x walnut) but it's way too thick for me.
it would be nice to replace the original back with wood. (without losing waterproofness)

Thanks for the pics
I think I might be a little worried about it catching and lifting as it sticks up a bit. It looks great Though!
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Notchr302 said:
Thanks for the pics
I think I might be a little worried about it catching and lifting as it sticks up a bit. It looks great Though!
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I had this in m z3c, was the same thickness and it never came loose, the now sharp edges will be soft in a few days.

I actually reconsidered getting a DBrand skin after the balolo link was posted and since I'm a very big fan of wood in a lot of applications and also from germany I really could not pass on these.
I just ordered the walnut version for my black z5c.

willumpie82 said:
received my balolo sheet yesterday, see attachements
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Looks good. Subscribing to this thread as I want to see how it holds up if you drop your phone :silly:
More seriously, that looks like it could be a good way to protect the glass back without adding a lot of bulk.

I normally hate white phones, but that white/wood combo looks super classy.
Anyways I got 3 Dbrand skins during their sale (Black leather, Mahogany, Black Titanium), so I'll post pics of those when they arrive (likely around thanksgiving).

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willumpie82 said:
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How easy was it to attach? I always worry that my fumbling fingers will fail and it looks like you only have one shot; no re-positioning.
Another question...is the wood sealed or oiled? In your past experience, does the wood start to darken as time passes from the oil on your hand? I would prefer that it DID, but am just curious about the finish.
Last question: I'm in the US. Anyone have Balolo deliver in the US? How long did it take to get the product?
Thanks.

ease of attaching depends on your your fixed hands, tip, don't do it while you are half a sleep or drunk
it is not sealed or oiled, my bamboo and previous oak darkens in a few weeks, also the sharp edges are gone after some time. one thing is that because of the structure and softness of the bamboo it chips easily but not such that it looks crap.
after a few weeks still happy with it!
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How easy was it to attach? I always worry that my fumbling fingers will fail and it looks like you only have one shot; no re-positioning.
Another question...is the wood sealed or oiled? In your past experience, does the wood start to darken as time passes from the oil on your hand? I would prefer that it DID, but am just curious about the finish.
Last question: I'm in the US. Anyone have Balolo deliver in the US? How long did it take to get the product?
Thanks.
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willumpie82 said:
ease of attaching depends on your your fixed hands, tip, don't do it while you are half a sleep or drunk
it is not sealed or oiled, my bamboo and previous oak darkens in a few weeks, also the sharp edges are gone after some time. one thing is that because of the structure and softness of the bamboo it chips easily but not such that it looks crap.
after a few weeks still happy with it!
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One last question: Have you ever tried to remove it from the phone? Can it be removed, for instance, if the phone has to be sent in for service?
Thanks.

@rebecker my order took nearly two weeks to arrive, which I assume is due to them handcrafting every order once it comes in. So for USA based on my experience I would guess 2-3 weeks.
The wood is oiled and waxed according to their website. While I am not competent enough to verify this exactly I can say for sure it is not sealed and still feels like wood.
I'll throw some of my pics in as well well, for good measure.