vja4Him
Member
All My Note 3 "Clothes".
That's a lot of wear and tear with removing the case so many times ....
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Note 3 cases?
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That's a lot of wear and tear with removing the case so many times ....
Have we found a case yet that is thin, protects top and bottom chrome as well as sides and back, and MOST IMPORTANTLY has a kickstand that works well in both landscape and portrait orientation?
you should check out the "finitie" case from amazon.. cheap and works great
drexappeal
Extreme Android User
Depends on your definition of thin.
I bought this case a while back. Wasn't as thin as my current case, but definitely covered sides, top, and bottom:
SUNSKY - Frosted TPU Case with Detachable Plastic Frame & Holder for Samsung Galaxy Note III / N9000 (Transparent)
I didn't like the overall feel of the case, but might give it another try at some point. For the price, it was worth a shot and definitely the thinnest case I've seen that incorporates a kickstand.
I just picked this up, also, just for those long days where I know I'm going to be taking lots of pictures and won't be near a charger (e.g. at a sporting event, or amusement park...this type of case saved me when I had the Note 2).
4200mAh Battery Charger Power Bank Case w Stand for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N9000 | eBay
There are a bunch of different versions of this, but I elected for this one because of the access it gives you to the S-pen. All the other options block the S-pen, but this one has an attachment that connects to the s-pen and allows you to remove it, whenever you need it.
For those using 4.4.2 Official Samsung KitKat ROM and root. S View for all solution is out.
[MOD][Xposed] S-View ALL the covers - xda-developers
[MOD][Xposed] S-View ALL the covers - xda-developers
OMG!!! Samsung S View chipset is USELESS !!!
I seen below person post and I try out and the S View is completely working without the need of the chipset !!!!!!!!!!!!
The S View feature can be activated with a magnet attached S View cover, chipset is not required. I confirm the patch never switch to Proximity sensor detection as it won't function by only cover up the proximity sensor part.
[MOD][Xposed] S-View ALL the covers - Page 4 - xda-developers
I seen below person post and I try out and the S View is completely working without the need of the chipset !!!!!!!!!!!!
The S View feature can be activated with a magnet attached S View cover, chipset is not required. I confirm the patch never switch to Proximity sensor detection as it won't function by only cover up the proximity sensor part.
[MOD][Xposed] S-View ALL the covers - Page 4 - xda-developers
Does kickstand work in portrait view?
Only with the holster
Thanks but not what I'm looking for.
Not interested in portfolio type case that opens on a hinge.
These cases offerNo portrait view with kickstand only landscape. Portrait and Landscape view are make it or break it criteria for me.
Have we found a case yet that is thin, protects top and bottom chrome as well as sides and back, and MOST IMPORTANTLY has a kickstand that works well in BOTH PORTRAIT AND LANDSCAPE VIEW WITH KICKSTAND? (I'm not using caps to "yell", just to emphasize importance) Thanks!
Speaking for myself reading books in landscape view kind of sux.
drexappeal
Extreme Android User
That's interesting because I don't like portfolio type cases either. Both of the cases I linked aren't portfolio cases. The charging case has an option for a non-portfolio type, but as you said, neither offer portrait viewing. Sorry, wasn't aware that it's a deal breaker for you.
I ended up getting this battery charging case instead:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/12123550132...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
The reason I opted for the one above is having access to the s-pen. The one I posted earlier doesn't have the same available access.
FYI-If you want to add emphasis, to your criteria, I suggest either Bold or Underline. Both are available when preparing a reply.
I have just ordered the Trident Kraken AMS Case. Looking forward to getting this
Trident Kraken AMS Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 - Red
I have the same case. It's very protective, especially at the corners where it's most likely ot land if dropped. Unfortunately that also makes it a bit bulkier. A little harder to pocket than if it didn't have the extra cushioning, but that's the tradeoff for the extra protection. As I'm a bit clumsy at times I'll just accept the small increase in size. I've dropped my phone a few times now and wasn't worried about it. Not with the thick silicone inner case, and the hybrid outer. I'm not going to throw my phone across the room, but this seems the most likely to handle the abuse. Moreso than even the Otterbox Defender. Mostly because of the corners.
The screen protector is horrid. I removed it almost immediately. It increased the friction or drag tremendously even when using my finger, and was nearly unusable with the S-Pen. It almost felt like I was trying to run the pen over some shrink wrap. Of course removing it did reduce it's water resistance, but I don't think it was that great to begin with. I would also rather be able to use my phone. It fits well with the iLoome flexible glass screen protector.
This looks interesting whenever it's released,
SEIDIO | OBEX for Samsung Galaxy Note 3
It seems like it covers the port for the S-Pen completely making it impossible to use and I'm wondering about how the screen protector works with the S-Pen.
SEIDIO | OBEX for Samsung Galaxy Note 3
It seems like it covers the port for the S-Pen completely making it impossible to use and I'm wondering about how the screen protector works with the S-Pen.
bigredsfan83
Member
if I read another thread here correctly it looks like Samsung is aware that kitkat made some 3rd party accessories useless, and will correct the problem...
As I sit watching TV I leave phone on (wakey app keeps screen awake) and as emails come in I can more comfortably answer them. Sometimes I use apps that only have a portrait view and with kickstand I can put phone and check out portrait view (like keeping track of a game in espn app). I use portrait view more often than landscape view. In landscape view my home screen also looks stupid. (too much vertical compressin)
drexappeal
Extreme Android User
Where does the phone usually sit, when you're doing this (e.g. flat on the couch, on arm of recliner, on side table, etc.)? Only reason I ask is just trying to get a better idea of what type of accessory would really suit what you are going for. Even a thin case with a kickstand, that could be used in portrait, likely wouldn't be very stable on a couch, so the more we understand, the better we can help keep our eyes out for something that might work for your needs.
I see..
The holster can be a kickstand in portrait.
I use ADW launcher.. It does landscape of homescreen pretty good
The holster on the Fintie case can only be used in Portrait if you remove the rubber and TPU coatings and put the naked phone into it, Even then the angle of slant is about 455 degrees which isn't what I'd call optimal for viewing.
Nice stable snack stand. (right next to laptop on same stand) Right now I'm responding in portrait mode (one handed) as I eat my lunch at the mall. Phone sitting in portrait view on stand in vzw case. My only complaint in this case it provides no protection on top and bottom.
Too much work