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Best Case For Optimus V
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Did you ever find a case that cover up the logo???
Yes it does wear down the edges of the phone this is one of the main reasons went out and purchased an Otterbox.
Diablo2k
Member
You still liking the Fishbone, I like the looks of it. How easy is it to remove and how is the button access?I wanted an Otterbox, but I didn't want to pay tooo much for a cover for my cheap phone. I settled on a fishbone case from ebay for $ 12.00 shipped. It has a soft gel skin, with a hard skeleton frame that has hard corners for protection. No, I didn't get a purple one, I got all black. So far so good.
Mark LaFlamme
Newbie
I just started using a simple screen protector and a rubberized body glove. Can't decide how I like it. The phone is definitely sexier without those things. I have a holster, too, which kind of makes the other things redundant. Ah, experimentation.
I just ordered the otterbox as I had great luck with them when I ran a blackberry (which blackberry's suck compared to the Android platforms). My only gripe is they don't have a defender model. Also ordered a tall nite ize pouch to put it in when pockets arent an option. Will have to see how well that platform works encasing the LG Optimus with an otterbox.
If anyone needs a rugged case, you cant go wrong. Working on an ambulance, Ive had quite a few phone drops and mishaps and never once did the otterbox fail to protect my phone. Highly endorsed.
If anyone needs a rugged case, you cant go wrong. Working on an ambulance, Ive had quite a few phone drops and mishaps and never once did the otterbox fail to protect my phone. Highly endorsed.
toronado455
Well-Known Member
I like the Otterbox but it looks like it covers up the USB port. Is that true, and do you have to remove the Otterbox to access the USB port?
Petrah
Psychotic Female
There's a silicone flap that covers it so no dirt can get inside. Look at the images I found at Amazon (and check out that price, too!).
Mark LaFlamme
Newbie
Man, that Otterbox looks nice. The Amazon photo array answers most of the questions I had about this case. Good stuff. Notice how the Optimus in the photo has bubbles on the screen? Obviously a screen protector at work. I've had one on for the past week and I'm not crazy about it. Smudges badly and those bubbles drive me nuts.
I have the Body Glove case, and I still like it, especially the clip/kickstand.
The rubberized covering has started to peel away from the hard shell. I checked the Body Glove website -- the product has a 1-yr warranty. They have a great warranty resolution process. You simply take photos of the case issue and attach in an email to them along with a copy of your receipt. In two days I received a reply that a new case was on its way to me. Great customer service!
Has anyone else experienced the rubber peeling on their Body Glove case?
The rubberized covering has started to peel away from the hard shell. I checked the Body Glove website -- the product has a 1-yr warranty. They have a great warranty resolution process. You simply take photos of the case issue and attach in an email to them along with a copy of your receipt. In two days I received a reply that a new case was on its way to me. Great customer service!
Has anyone else experienced the rubber peeling on their Body Glove case?
After finding that the LG Optimus S/V were kinda harder to hold on to...I began my quest to find a case to suit my needs.
My initial interest was towards to Otterbox case, mainly because I had heard so many good things about them. However, I wanted to avoid bulk...and the lint-collecting silicone...so, it became less attractive. Looked at the Fishbone case...while it appeared less bulky, there was still the silicone issue. Same pretty much with the Body Glove case...mostly the bulk.
Then I started looking at the TPU cases becoming more available. While many gave overall positive reviews of these types of cases, there appeared to be some fitment issues involving the charging port.
After a lot of research of the various TPU cases available...I found the perfect TPU case, and thought I would share it here.
Since I am a new user, I am, unfortunately, unable to provide a direct link or a photo.
The TPU case I settled on, and am extremely happy with, is the the Fosmon TPU case for the LG Optimus S. It is the only TPU case they make for the Optimus S. The case is clear with a concentric circles design on the back.
Case went on easily enough and provides a nice snug fit. The Power, Volume, Camera/Camcorder buttons are all covered, but are easy to activate, through the TPU material. The openings for the Headphones jack, SD Card access and, perhaps most importantly, the Charging/USB port are generous enough to offer excellent access without modification. The case itself adds little to the overall profile of the Optimus itself, making for a comfortable feeling in the hand. The case will not slide across a car seat or dash. Because the overall profile of the phone is changed very little, it would likely fit into a holster or pouch type case for added protection and/or carry convenience.
While it would be nice if the cases came in additional colors, honestly, the clear looks quite nice and does not detract from the Optimus' appearance.
I purchased my case through Amazon.com from one of their partners, SF/Planet for $6.99 plus an additional $2.98 for shipping through UPS Mail Innovations. From order placement to delivery, it took 7 days total...shipping from MN to WA.
I do not blindly give positive reviews or recommendations unless I am really impressed with a product...I would have absolutely no qualms recommending the Fosmon TPU Case for the LG Optimus S/V to anyone looking for a nice, inexpensive TPU case that gets the job done, and does it well.
My initial interest was towards to Otterbox case, mainly because I had heard so many good things about them. However, I wanted to avoid bulk...and the lint-collecting silicone...so, it became less attractive. Looked at the Fishbone case...while it appeared less bulky, there was still the silicone issue. Same pretty much with the Body Glove case...mostly the bulk.
Then I started looking at the TPU cases becoming more available. While many gave overall positive reviews of these types of cases, there appeared to be some fitment issues involving the charging port.
After a lot of research of the various TPU cases available...I found the perfect TPU case, and thought I would share it here.
Since I am a new user, I am, unfortunately, unable to provide a direct link or a photo.
The TPU case I settled on, and am extremely happy with, is the the Fosmon TPU case for the LG Optimus S. It is the only TPU case they make for the Optimus S. The case is clear with a concentric circles design on the back.
Case went on easily enough and provides a nice snug fit. The Power, Volume, Camera/Camcorder buttons are all covered, but are easy to activate, through the TPU material. The openings for the Headphones jack, SD Card access and, perhaps most importantly, the Charging/USB port are generous enough to offer excellent access without modification. The case itself adds little to the overall profile of the Optimus itself, making for a comfortable feeling in the hand. The case will not slide across a car seat or dash. Because the overall profile of the phone is changed very little, it would likely fit into a holster or pouch type case for added protection and/or carry convenience.
While it would be nice if the cases came in additional colors, honestly, the clear looks quite nice and does not detract from the Optimus' appearance.
I purchased my case through Amazon.com from one of their partners, SF/Planet for $6.99 plus an additional $2.98 for shipping through UPS Mail Innovations. From order placement to delivery, it took 7 days total...shipping from MN to WA.
I do not blindly give positive reviews or recommendations unless I am really impressed with a product...I would have absolutely no qualms recommending the Fosmon TPU Case for the LG Optimus S/V to anyone looking for a nice, inexpensive TPU case that gets the job done, and does it well.
KOAM
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I've had the Body Glove case for 6 weeks now and really love it. When I first got it in the mail I had buyers remorse because everything looked so bulky once assembled. But I really value the fact that it's rugged and that I don't have to ever really worry about it slipping out of my hands due to the size and texture of the case. Also if I ever do drop it I'm confident nothing too bad will happen. Pair the Body Glove case with a $1-$2 screen protector from eBay and you're set.
That said, I usually keep the belt clip/stand off because it just makes it far too bulky to slip into a pants pocket, and I don't feel confident enough to keep it on my belt all day every day. But the button that the belt clip goes on pairs great with the Pro.Fit International WM-36EXP suction car mount for the GPS features.
That said, I usually keep the belt clip/stand off because it just makes it far too bulky to slip into a pants pocket, and I don't feel confident enough to keep it on my belt all day every day. But the button that the belt clip goes on pairs great with the Pro.Fit International WM-36EXP suction car mount for the GPS features.
KOAM
Well-Known Member
I haven't experienced peeling, but it's only been about 6 weeks. Also I usually keep it in my pocket so it doesn't experience much friction. Good to know that their resolution process is so good though.
Also for the person asking if the Body Glove case has chipped at the phone, it hasn't for me at all so far and I don't really see how it could. It fits very snugly but doesn't chafe at the phone at all in my experience. Plus there's really never a need to take it out of the case since all the ports are available, so I don't see a reason to constantly transition it in and out. The only time I've taken it out was to apply a screen protector to it, and it's been inside ever since.
Petrah
Psychotic Female
Yes. I bought one for my Intercept (my kids use it) and it's doing exactly how you describe. I just chalked it up to my kids always putting the phone in the front pocket of their jeans.
It's been well over a year since I bought it, and I don't even remember where I bought it from lol. The receipt is around here..... somewhere hehe.
DBNissan
Member
I have had my Otterbox Commuter for 6 month nos and absolutely love it! The lint issue is gone after a few days of use. I have large hands to the little added bulk makes the phone feel substantial in my grip. I have dropped the phone more times than I care to mention and the only problem I have encountered was the plastic Otterbox backing got a little scratched (I work out on pavement all day). Even the included screen protector is still in tact and not peeling, lifting or scratching! The Otterbox may not be inexpensive, but it's level of protection has been priceless!
I highly recommend it!
I haven't experienced any chafing of the actual phone from the Body Glove case. It's a snug fit, nothing rattling around to scratch the phone.
I've had to take the case off a few times to get the battery out to reset the phone, and it's popped apart a couple times when the phone has fallen off the bed or nightstand when I try to snooze the alarm. ha.
I haven't had any lint issues from the case, and it's always in my purse, in a jacket pocket, or around my fuzzy cats.
I've had to take the case off a few times to get the battery out to reset the phone, and it's popped apart a couple times when the phone has fallen off the bed or nightstand when I try to snooze the alarm. ha.
I haven't had any lint issues from the case, and it's always in my purse, in a jacket pocket, or around my fuzzy cats.
toronado455
Well-Known Member
Thanks for posting this interesting TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane?) alternative.
biggpat86
Well-Known Member
I've always been a fan of Body Glove products, but I have one negative mark against this case. I've only dropped my phone (with case of course) three times. Twice on concrete, once on the carpeted floor in my office. The only time the case popped off (with the battery and cover) was on the damn CARPET. After that drop, the clip on the lower left hand corner broke and does not snap the coin-slot all the way.
All the other clips work just fine. But not when I have the phone in the belt clip, my phone will just slip clean out the front half of the case and drop RANDOMLY. Pisses me off, but no major damage to the device so far.
All the other clips work just fine. But not when I have the phone in the belt clip, my phone will just slip clean out the front half of the case and drop RANDOMLY. Pisses me off, but no major damage to the device so far.
I've never had a problem with my cheap TPU skin (actually skins; had one on my Blackberry previously) from ebay and they come in tons of colors and patterns:
My current one is nearly 8 months old and is still good as new. I had the one on my BB for a year and half, also good as new.
if your looking to cover the logo try a skin.
LG Optimus S Skins | DecaGirl
LG Optimus S Skins | DecaGirl
surgerush
Android Enthusiast
Ok, I just received the Body Glove case with the kickstand. I went with this case because I wear my phone on my belt, already have a screen protector on there anyways so I wasn't worried about the screen facing out, also because I only spent $99 on the phone, so I wasn't looking to spend $25-$35 on the Otterbox case for such a cheap phone. After receiving the case, here are the pro's and cons about it in my opinion so far.
Pros
-It definitely is a perfect fit for the Optimus V, plus it seems like it would be easy to remove if necessary, just simply stick a coin in the available slot and twist.
-It's not really a hard plastic, it almost feels like foam on the outside, so it should absorb shock pretty well.
-It has a belt clip, which I would use a lot, but you can also take the belt clip off and replace it with a piece that makes the back flat if you like to keep it in your pocket.
-The belt clip rotates, so you can have the phone sideways when you sit down, such as in the car, which is great since I was using a case that was always vertical beforehand, and it would jab my side every time I was driving. It was the only cheap case I could find without magnets in it, and I've heard this and that about magnets messing up these types of phones.
-The kick stand it pretty cool, I'm going to use the kickstand like I would a docking station, also will be great if you want to watch Youtube videos or Netflix on it.
-It's not really bulky at all, I don't know why anybody would say it was bulky, it's actually quite thinner than I was expecting, lol, I actually WANTED it to be a little more bulky, but I'll throw it in as a pro since most people would like the fact that it's not.
-Much easier to clip on and remove the phone while on your belt than a leather case.
Cons
-It kind of looks a little cheapy, especially around the edges, it just looks a little cheapy in my opinion.
-It feels almost like your going to break the belt clip when you want to pull out the kickstand, I get scared every time that I'm going to snap something off.
-I was kind of hoping it would stick out a little more on the side of the screen so leave more space between the screen and whatever it was on face down, it's really a very small gap, so if it was dropped face down and there was a tint little pebble under it, it would probably hit the screen.
-It does stick out kind of far on the belt, whereas the leather cases would be quite a bit closer to your body.
-They put the release tab for the belt clip right where I want to put my finger every time to snap it in. You get used to it though and figure out a different place for your finger to go.
Those are really all I have right now, I will update it if I come up with anything else, but as you can see, in my opinion there are more pros than cons, the big one is that although it looks a little cheapy, it is cheap, and it's really all I want for a cheap phone. If this phone cost me $200-$300, I probably would have went with the Otterbox, it does look like a nicer case, if it had a belt clip on it, it really might have made me think about it, but in the end, for the price, I'm happy with the Body Glove case.
If you keep your phone in your pocket and money is not an issue, you may like the Otterbox better, from pictures and what I've read about it, it does seem like a really nice case. If money was no option for me and I wanted to use a separate belt clip, I would have went with the Otterbox, but since it's such a cheap phone already, and I'd much rather use the belt clip on the case itself, this was the choice for me.
Pros
-It definitely is a perfect fit for the Optimus V, plus it seems like it would be easy to remove if necessary, just simply stick a coin in the available slot and twist.
-It's not really a hard plastic, it almost feels like foam on the outside, so it should absorb shock pretty well.
-It has a belt clip, which I would use a lot, but you can also take the belt clip off and replace it with a piece that makes the back flat if you like to keep it in your pocket.
-The belt clip rotates, so you can have the phone sideways when you sit down, such as in the car, which is great since I was using a case that was always vertical beforehand, and it would jab my side every time I was driving. It was the only cheap case I could find without magnets in it, and I've heard this and that about magnets messing up these types of phones.
-The kick stand it pretty cool, I'm going to use the kickstand like I would a docking station, also will be great if you want to watch Youtube videos or Netflix on it.
-It's not really bulky at all, I don't know why anybody would say it was bulky, it's actually quite thinner than I was expecting, lol, I actually WANTED it to be a little more bulky, but I'll throw it in as a pro since most people would like the fact that it's not.
-Much easier to clip on and remove the phone while on your belt than a leather case.
Cons
-It kind of looks a little cheapy, especially around the edges, it just looks a little cheapy in my opinion.
-It feels almost like your going to break the belt clip when you want to pull out the kickstand, I get scared every time that I'm going to snap something off.
-I was kind of hoping it would stick out a little more on the side of the screen so leave more space between the screen and whatever it was on face down, it's really a very small gap, so if it was dropped face down and there was a tint little pebble under it, it would probably hit the screen.
-It does stick out kind of far on the belt, whereas the leather cases would be quite a bit closer to your body.
-They put the release tab for the belt clip right where I want to put my finger every time to snap it in. You get used to it though and figure out a different place for your finger to go.
Those are really all I have right now, I will update it if I come up with anything else, but as you can see, in my opinion there are more pros than cons, the big one is that although it looks a little cheapy, it is cheap, and it's really all I want for a cheap phone. If this phone cost me $200-$300, I probably would have went with the Otterbox, it does look like a nicer case, if it had a belt clip on it, it really might have made me think about it, but in the end, for the price, I'm happy with the Body Glove case.
If you keep your phone in your pocket and money is not an issue, you may like the Otterbox better, from pictures and what I've read about it, it does seem like a really nice case. If money was no option for me and I wanted to use a separate belt clip, I would have went with the Otterbox, but since it's such a cheap phone already, and I'd much rather use the belt clip on the case itself, this was the choice for me.
surgerush
Android Enthusiast
I don't know if I'm not supposed to do this, if so I apologize, but I just wanted to say that I have the Body Glove case with the kickstand in the classifieds for $15 shipped priority, it was used for just over a week, still like new with original packaging. I ended up getting a different phone, so I have no use for it now, but I do miss the case, I really do, it was a nice case.
fearfeasog
Member
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i love my Otterbox commuter. it's a bit annoying to have to remove it just to get to the SD card, but i figure i only have to do that once in a blue moon. there IS an opening in the gel part of the case (you have to remove the plastic part to get to it) but it doesn't line up with the card slot. but it's not a big deal, really.