Top 3 cases and screen protectors for the Galaxy Note (International version)

[hajimeabc]

Hello, considering to buy the GalaxyNote. What are the top 3 cases for this device? I want the case to have good protection against drops. It should also cover the base part of the note (know several cases don't). The case should not allow dust or particle to enter the gap between the device and the case to cause scratches. Similarly, the screen protector should prevent the device from getting scratched. It should cover the entire front panel rather than just the top 2/3 of the screen. Any recommendation appreciated.

 

[RocketMan007]

This is what I use.
Kinda pricey, but if you use the s-pen, its a must have in my opinion.

SPIGEN SGP AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note LTE Screen Protector GLAS.t Premium Tempered Glass Series

 

[ifb-online]

Have to say that there are plenty of discussions here - you need to use the search this forum option.

Ian

 

[hajimeabc]

Yes. I searched the forum but new products come out often. So, I was hoping to get the latest info.

 

[Max Revson]

I've ordered the Seidio Active Combo Case (Royal Blue) for the Note (Amazon.com: Seidio BD2-HK3SSGNT-RB ACTIVE Combo for Samsung Galaxy Note - Combo Pack - Retail Packaging - Royal Blue: Cell Phones & Accessories). Pretty good reviews on this. I'll write my own when it arrives, probably around end-May or early June.

 

[hajimeabc]

To protect the Note from drops, is it better to get a hard case or a soft case?
Somewhere I read that some cases block the samsung power connector. Without the device, how can I tell if there is such a problem?

I have a few other cases in mind. Any experience on these appreciated.

1. CAPDASE Alumor Jacket
CAPDASE

2. LAB. (C)'s (C)130
iPhone 4/4s USB case, iPhone 4/4s case, iPad 2 case ? LAB.C

3. SPG Ultra Capsule
SPIGEN SGP Samsung Galaxy Note Case Ultra Capsule Series - Samsung - Cell Phones

4. Zenus Galaxy Note Case Capsule Slide Jacket
[ZENUS] GALAXY NOTE CASE COLOR CAPSULE SLIDE STANDING AIR JACKET

 

[DonaldGreig]

I use a Piel Frama iMagnum. Pretty good. Around

 

[Proper158]

Cracked my screen today at the gym with a light drop using the casemate matte case.

 

[bonerp]

I've bought 2 of the samsung oe cases - the one that replaces the back cover and has a front flap. Both have fallen to pieces the quality for a samsung product is appalling.

Therefore I'd like to buy one that is similar and fits in the oe car dock. Any ideas appreciated. I've searched and searched the net but found nothing. Theres a nice Zenus leather case but looks quite thick and wont go in car dock though.