Case Recommendations

[chrissyboy6969]

Anyone recommend a good case that doesnt bloat the phone out but is still a good case that you can use the phone without having to remove it from the case. Did that make sense?? not sure

Anyway there doesnt seem to be many cases available yet so i guess wizard users can recommend a manufacturer and style that i can keep an eye out for to see if they release a TyTn case

Cheers
Chris

[pof]

I am using an ipod sock (http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wo/StoreReentry.wo?productLearnMore=M9720G%2FA) to protect my TyTN. It fits perfectly inside and I can put it on my pocket. IMHO the shipped leather case with magnets bloats the phone too much and I can't put it on my pocket, also I don't like magnets near my device :P

http://store.apple.com/Catalog/US/Images/ipodsockslearnmore11092004.jpg

[goestoeleven]

Cute socks!

I must say that the leather case that came with the TyTN is probably the best bundled case I've ever had. I'm still going to replace it for all-sides protection, but at least I can feel good about using it in the meantime....

[penyekz]

I don't think its real leather. more like faux leather to me. doesn't have that nice smell to it.

[SKassam]

I sent an email to SENA to ask if they will be making a case for the TyTN soon. They replied that if the TyTN becomes popular in the US, they will consider it!

I have one from them for the BA and it is beautifully made.

[wwaveydave]

Proporta are doing a flip and book case for the TyTn HERE (http://www.proporta.com/F02/PPF02P05.php?t_id=2334&t_mode=des).

Unfortunately there's no image. But 4winmobile have a review and loads of piuctures of the same case for the Wizard HERE (http://www.4winmobile.com/proporta-alu-leather-book-style-case-review-vt1688.html)

I would think it'd be the same bar slightly different sizing.

[pgamble]

Noreve should be releasing one today ... personally I think it will slip.
I have one of theirs for my Archos 5100 which is superb. My only concern is that their 9100 case and Krussells have not protection for the bottom corners.

The second generation 9100 case from Piel Frama (Expansys rebrand as Chairmans) was superb and did protect the whole device. Piel Frama tell me they are waiting for a device to use to design the case.

Fingers crossed.

Paul.

[Siruss]

I'm using the belt clip leather case that I used to use with my Treo 650.

This is an old model that had no magnets (that cause troube) with credit cards and so.

And it fit's just right.

I don't know if this is still available, i tried to find it on the palm's site and I cousd not find it.

[paulesport]

I don't mind the leather case somewhat bloating out, however, I am bias to a leather case with the "opening/flap" on the vertical topside rather than on the horizontal long side. This is because as I place the phone back in the horizontal case, the slider opens more often causing the slider to get "loose" as time draws by. However, i do require a swivel mechanism on the leather case because i prefer it to be against my belt in a horizontal position while having the opening/flap on the vertical end. Unfortunately, the swivel mechanism breaks easily after 3-4 months of use and i wish there was a horizontal case with a permanent clip and a vertical end opening/flap.

[zan5hin]

I have a wizard and I bought a Krusell Cabriolet. I absolutely love it because it allows me quick access to my device and doesn't weigh much and isn't bulky.

I ummed and aaahed about a case for a long time because none on the market could properly handle the keyboard. Eventually I got tired of waiting and even though I have to remove the Wizard from my Cabriolet to use the keyboard, this only takes a few seconds. There is still nothing on the market that handles the keyboard, so don't hold your breath.

I've now also ordered the carholdikit accessory so I can clip it into my car quickly and use my wizard with a GPS for sat nav.

If you want a low profile case which provides the minimum of protection yet still gives you access, this is the best one around.

I can't be sure it will fit the TyTn, but because the tytn is longer, not wider, it should be OK. Also, the cabriolet has no protection on the top, so out of the cases reviewed below, it's the most likely to suit a TyTn.

Wizard Case Review: http://www.4winmobile.com/htc-wizard-8-case-shootout-review-conclusion-vt1707.html

Krusell Cabriolet Section:
http://www.4winmobile.com/krusell-cabriolet-multidapt-for-htc-wizard-review-vt1665.html

[drack]

Hi,
This case from pdair fits perfectly the TyTN, all buttons are accessibles.

I bought it here:
http://www.mobilibox.com/achat/produit_details.php?id=446
but I am sure there is other places where you can find it.
cheers,
Drack

[woke]

Hi,
This case from pdair fits perfectly the TyTN, all buttons are accessibles.

I bought it here:
http://www.mobilibox.com/achat/produit_details.php?id=446
but I am sure there is other places where you can find it.
cheers,
Drack

I have the same (booklet type instead of topflip), you can order is directly from PDAIR on http://www.pdair.com/catalog/index.php and shipping is free.
Great case :!:

[davwil]

I use the Berghaus GPS Case for mine - it's very robust.

http://www.blacks.co.uk/blacks.storefront/Product.aspx?CS_ProductID=092717(BLG+Base+Catalog)&CatalogNavigationBreadcrumbs=Blacks+Summer+Virtual %3bBLK+SS06+Berghaus(BLG+Base+Catalog);BLK+SS06+Be rghaus+Accessories(BLG+Base+Catalog)

Sorry about the long url...

Cheers David

[Xerxes8933a]

Currently using my old P900 case which is the Krusell 'Dynamic' model, fits the phone perfectly but the button holes are in the wrong places so I have to take it out of the case to use it - if only Krusell would make a version for the TyTn.

Looking for an alternative I found this one (http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={C9CB08E7-3C1B-42CB-A5B3-715991DEA6AD}) at IDS in Hong Kong which looks quite good.

At $25.00 USD including free delivery I thought I'd give it a try, it should arrive later this week.

They also do a Gel Skin (http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={A82CE419-38A1-4FF6-93DA-6BC797A79468}) just in case thats what anyone's looking for...


Update:
I received the case and have posted a more in depth review here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?p=357195#357195) :)

[trentend]

.....Looking for an alternative I found this one (http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={C9CB08E7-3C1B-42CB-A5B3-715991DEA6AD}) at IDS in Hong Kong which looks quite good.

At $25.00 USD including free delivery I thought I'd give it a try, it should arrive later this week.

They also do a Gel Skin (http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={A82CE419-38A1-4FF6-93DA-6BC797A79468}) just in case thats what anyone's looking for...

Thanks for that. Giving both of these a try (ordering as we speak), as they are exactly what I've been waiting for.

[pof]

Nice! I've just ordered a gel skin for my TyTN 8)

[AFK_Matrix]

Yeah that IDS one looks brilliant. Let us know how you get on with it, as i'll probably order one on your reviews.

[john1027]

If you want to go vertical, the RIM brand Leather Swivel Holster for 8700 Blackberry Series fits and works very well with the TyTN. I had been using it with the S200 for awhile. With the S200 it was little loose, but not too much so. With the TyTN it fits like it was custom made for it. I would point out that mine is well broken in from use. The cover wraps over the top of the unit and attaches with a very secure magnetic snap. I like the vertical case as it takes less space up on your belt. There is a ratcheting swivel that lets the unit move on your belt as needed but does not spin freely.

It is very well made and lined in some type of soft velvet like material. It holds the TyTN very securely. To take it out of the case, you can either give a slight push up from the open corners on the bottom of the case or you can take it out by grabbing it on the top at the two cutouts on both sides of the case. It has a well constructed built-in belt clip that securely will hold it on you belt without a lot of worry about falling off. It is constructed in a manner that keeps the case close to your belt and doesn't stickout excessively as may of the swivel cases do.

I got the case at an airport shop but found this link where it is on sale right now for $21.99 not including shipping:

http://www.blackberrysource.com/store/catalog.asp?item=285

I have had a lot of cases over the years including some high end models. For the money, I consider this to be one of the best that I have purchased.

[AFK_Matrix]

Currently using my old P900 case which is the Krusell 'Dynamic' model, fits the phone perfectly but the button holes are in the wrong places so I have to take it out of the case to use it - if only Krusell would make a version for the TyTn.

Looking for an alternative I found this one (http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={C9CB08E7-3C1B-42CB-A5B3-715991DEA6AD}) at IDS in Hong Kong which looks quite good.

At $25.00 USD including free delivery I thought I'd give it a try, it should arrive later this week.

They also do a Gel Skin (http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={A82CE419-38A1-4FF6-93DA-6BC797A79468}) just in case thats what anyone's looking for...


Update:
I received the case and have posted a more in depth review here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?p=357195#357195) :)

Have you recived this yet? If you have whats it like?

[Xerxes8933a]

Have you recived this yet? If you have whats it like?

Erm... I posted a review (http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?p=357195#357195) as highlighted by the edit in my last post :)

Hope you find it useful...

Xerxes

[Lio]

New aluminium cases available at www.pdair.com
I just ordered 1 today.

[netboy]

New aluminium cases available at www.pdair.com
I just ordered 1 today.

thanks for letting me know! this is what i needed! my previous pdaPhone got damaged due to cracking lcd screen by sitting on it. i like to put my pdaPhone in my pocket. i just ordered 1 too.

[richard d]

How good a fit is it?

[Lio]

How good a fit is it?

Let you know when I get it. Around 10 days time.

[ronr9286t]

I just received my PDAir case. Exellent fit and finish.

One problem though - With the phone in the case, callers tell me that my voice is "breaking-up" with my blue-tooth headset. I can hear just fine.

I tried a different bluetooth headset with the same results. After taking the phone out of the case, the bluetooth headsets worked fine. So, I guess the case is going back.

[FranchiseJuan]

One problem though - With the phone in the case, callers tell me that my voice is "breaking-up" with my blue-tooth headset. I can hear just fine.


I so wish I had read that before I ordered mine last night.... oh well. I guess I at least have a case that I can use for carrying it in rugged places without reception.

I am assuming that you are talking about the aluminium case right?

[ronr9286t]

No, it is the leather case with, I think, an aluminum insert on the flap that covers and "protects" the screen. It seems that the protection also interferes with the bluetooth transmission.[/quote]

[richard d]

Thanks to David's post http://forum.xda-developers.com/profile.php?mode=viewprofile&u=115015 , another vote for the Berghaus small GPS case. Excellent snug fit, highly protective and for a zip opening, very quick to access and remove the phone.

Richard

[trentend]

.....Looking for an alternative I found this one (http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={C9CB08E7-3C1B-42CB-A5B3-715991DEA6AD}) at IDS in Hong Kong which looks quite good.

At $25.00 USD including free delivery I thought I'd give it a try, it should arrive later this week.

They also do a Gel Skin (http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={A82CE419-38A1-4FF6-93DA-6BC797A79468}) just in case thats what anyone's looking for...

Thanks for that. Giving both of these a try (ordering as we speak), as they are exactly what I've been waiting for.

Update: Ordered immediately. On the ids tracking page my order is still logged as "Outstanding Order". Looks like no stock.

Have had and email promising shipment (after enquiring), will keep you all up to date.

In the interim have dropped the device twice. Once in the supplied case in a car park, that resulted in a couple of nasty scratches on the corner. Once while taking out of the case in a pub, and dropping on the floor - the battery popped out, but no apparent damage.

Let's hope the cases get here while my device still functions.....

[trentend]

Update: Cases delivered very speedily once in stosk, with excellent communication from ids.

The silicone skin is excellent, it goes as far around the device as it can while still allowing the keyboard slide. Those buttons which aren't exposed can be easily pressed through the skin. Slots are there for the wheel and the memory card. I'm quite pleased. It also stops the phone sliding when on a shiny surface.

The case is close to perfect, bar two modifications that I would make. The case fastening is a press stud, which in my view extends too far out of the side of the case. Over the top of this is a solid cover which laps over and fastens on top of the press stud with a magnet. I would replce the press stud with a magnet fastening and give the lap over cover a plastic window so that you can see the screen when using in one-handed wheel mode. 7/10, but still the most promising case I've seen so far. Pretty good protection while still allowing the phone to be used quickly.

[axiom]

Just ordered this case for my Trion. Seems very similar to the IDS one.

http://shop.brando.com.hk/bwhtctytnleathercase.php

Looks like the right side problem is here too, but I guess that is what Invisible Shield is for.

http://www.shieldzone.com/item_description/HTCTYTNF.html

[wwaveydave]

I have a review sample of this:-

http://www.noreve.com/product/Housse_cuir_HTC_TyTN_-_Qtek_9600_-_SPV_M3100.html

Will be posting a review in the next couple of days.

[spartanrob]

Update: Cases delivered very speedily once in stosk, with excellent communication from ids.

The silicone skin is excellent, it goes as far around the device as it can while still allowing the keyboard slide. Those buttons which aren't exposed can be easily pressed through the skin. Slots are there for the wheel and the memory card. I'm quite pleased. It also stops the phone sliding when on a shiny surface.

The case is close to perfect, bar two modifications that I would make. The case fastening is a press stud, which in my view extends too far out of the side of the case. Over the top of this is a solid cover which laps over and fastens on top of the press stud with a magnet. I would replce the press stud with a magnet fastening and give the lap over cover a plastic window so that you can see the screen when using in one-handed wheel mode. 7/10, but still the most promising case I've seen so far. Pretty good protection while still allowing the phone to be used quickly.

When you open the front flap, is there plastic over the screen?

[stoneskid]

[quote="trentend"]Update: Cases delivered very speedily once in stosk, with excellent communication from ids.

The silicone skin is excellent, it goes as far around the device as it can while still allowing the keyboard slide. Those buttons which aren't exposed can be easily pressed through the skin. Slots are there for the wheel and the memory card. I'm quite pleased. It also stops the phone sliding when on a shiny surface.[quote="trentend"]

Silicone case just came in, very quick service. I agree with the above review.
I think too much of the front of the phone is exposed so I am going to go out and make a front shield like what was posted above. Will report back.

Good find, if you drop you phone a lot go out and get one now.

[spartanrob]

So, once you put the skin on, how/where do you carry the phone?

[trentend]

Update: Cases delivered very speedily once in stosk, with excellent communication from ids.

The silicone skin is excellent, it goes as far around the device as it can while still allowing the keyboard slide. Those buttons which aren't exposed can be easily pressed through the skin. Slots are there for the wheel and the memory card. I'm quite pleased. It also stops the phone sliding when on a shiny surface.

The case is close to perfect, bar two modifications that I would make. The case fastening is a press stud, which in my view extends too far out of the side of the case. Over the top of this is a solid cover which laps over and fastens on top of the press stud with a magnet. I would replce the press stud with a magnet fastening and give the lap over cover a plastic window so that you can see the screen when using in one-handed wheel mode. 7/10, but still the most promising case I've seen so far. Pretty good protection while still allowing the phone to be used quickly.

When you open the front flap, is there plastic over the screen?

No. The front flap is solid, and has space to hold a memory card. The press-stud secured front to the case (behind the flap), has empty space (air) where the screen would be.

Personally I'd eliminate the flap, put plastic to protect the screen, and replace the press-stud with magnets. It would be much easier to access the device, cut down on uneccessary fasteners, and provide almost the same level of protection to the device.

But that's not how it is.....

[frustin]

what do you do about using a docking station? have to take it out each time?

[trentend]

what do you do about using a docking station? have to take it out each time?

You can plug in a mini-usb cable without removing the case. I don'thave a docking station to try it with - but I would not anticipate success. The extra tolerance required to accomodate the case (in a docking station) would mean that all the wieghtof the unit would be on the usb connector. With the tytn at an angle this would surely be a bad thing?

Can you ever use a case with a docking station? Certainly, going back, my ipaq's could (with the hard expansion pack type cases) but never with a soft case.

[axiom]

Okay I just received the Brando case. Here are my first impressions after using it for 1 day. I think this case could be good if put together with the invisible shield for side protection. However, I am open to other cases as they come out. I have seen replica's of this case on ebay and other places, but they seem a little cheapy. Brando does a really good job on quality and delivery of the product. It came in a really nice box with a Brando phone chain. I figure if you spend 700-1000 on a phone, you should be spending atleast 50-100 on case and screen protection for it if not more. After all it costs more for replacement parts then it does for proactive care.

Pictures of the case are available on the Brando website http://shop.brando.com.hk/bwhtctytnleathercase.php

The case looks exactly as it does on the site so I won't bother taking more pictures.

Pros:
Good tight fit
Sturdy Bell Clip
Thick leather protection
Nice packaging
Nice white trim
Memory card holder in front flap
Nice magnetic front flap for previewing
Hard side protection for accidental falls
Unit stays in the case and doesn't need to be taken out
Full access to bottom usb port, and reset switch
Nice brando logo inside front flap

Cons
Doesn't protect corners very well
Bottom flap beside the buttons is too flimsy
Top flap beside buttons is too flimsy
No cover plastic when opening the front preview flap
Keyboard stays a little open upon closing the case (this could be related to the tight fit and may need some breaking in)
Case button clip opens up when in the belt clip and the case is rotated past 90 degrees
Does not protect stylus from falling out
Button holes are too thich making it difficult to press some buttons
Scroll wheel is difficult to use
Camera is fully exposed, no camera protection flap
front camera hole covers part of the camera
Plastic belt clip

Aesthetics: 9
Comfort: 8
Usability: 6
Quality: 10
Features: 8
Price: 8

Overall: 8.1

Manufacturer: Brando
WWW: http://shop.brando.com.hk/bwhtctytnleathercase.php
Price: $28US
Type: Deluxe Leather Case

[ree]

I am using an ipod sock (http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wo/StoreReentry.wo?productLearnMore=M9720G%2FA) to protect my TyTN. It fits perfectly inside and I can put it on my pocket. IMHO the shipped leather case with magnets bloats the phone too much and I can't put it on my pocket, also I don't like magnets near my device :P

http://store.apple.com/Catalog/US/Images/ipodsockslearnmore11092004.jpg


Hi which model ipod are those socks for I may get 1 too thanks.....

[pof]

Have a look at the Apple store iPod Socks page (http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore?productLearnMore=M9720G%2FA), they are compatible with many ipods, also with the TyTN :)

[JR_de]

I'm waiting for the Krusell case:

http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2317&category=7

It will be available end of October.

[frustin]

two things:

1. a case wont allow you to fit it to a docking station.

2. all this talk of cases not protecting the corners. I dropped my on friday. it scratched two corners (slightly) and nothing else. The battery flew out, however.

[seal]

Hi all,

I really think out of reading all the reviews that the IDS Leather case is the best for protection and size and fit. But the phone is large as it is with out adding to much bulk with a leather case, the only reason i bought this phone is I love my Jasjar but find it to heavy and too big to have as a phone so the imate Jasjam style was a great desgin, I love the look of the silicon case but nothing will stop the front from being scratched. Has anyone used the silicon case and white shield "Full Body Shield" together, that would protect the front from ever being scatched and the silicon case looks like it ia the case that adds the least bulk to the phone.

I am assuming that white shields are for the particular "Brand" of phone? so a TyTN shield will not work with an Jasjam phone???

Has anyone an opinion on the white shield full body?

[dimushor]

I'm waiting for the Krusell case:

http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2317&category=7

It will be available end of October.

yeah, this is a very good case, but for instance for my TyTn i am using the Krusell Multidapt case from my wizard. it fits good.

[ronr9286t]

"I'm waiting for the Krusell case:

http://www.krusell.se/product.php?pr...317&category=7

It will be available end of October."

I've had two Krussel cases from this series, and I've not been satisfied. I love the design in theory, but in practice, the snaps that hold the flap over the camera are not sufficient to keep the case from opening on your belt, throwing the device to 90 degrees to my belt, and in a few instances, allowing the phone to fall out of the case.

I've ordered the following Krussel case:

http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2316&category=51

It looks to me like a better solution (if slightly thicker).

I've pre-ordered from a dealer here in the US (Executive PDA).

[wwaveydave]

I've just posted my review of the Noreve Tradition Tytn case.

It's here is you'd like to see it:-

http://www.4winmobile.com/review-noreve-tradition-case-for-htc-tytn-htc-hermes-vt3488.html

I've also got got the

Boxwave Aluminium Tytn Case (Black)
Proporta Leather/Alu Book style case,
Piel Frama Tytn case,
Brando Deluxe leather case,

and hopefully both new Krusell cases winging their way to me for review as we speak.

[frustin]

It's here is you'd like to see it:-

http://www.4winmobile.com/review-noreve-tradition-case-for-htc-tytn-htc-hermes-vt3488.html


the link doesnt work.

[joedoe]

Does anyone have experience with aluminium cases from Boxwave and PDair?
Are they convinient in everyday use? Will they protect if phone will be dropped? Which one is better?

I'm looking on this type of case mostly because they don't use magnets.

Thanks.

[sparkyxda]

the link doesnt work.

It's here

http://www.4winmobile.com/portal.php?topic_id=3564

[Yannis_l72]

Just ordered my Gel Skin which seems to fit right without adding any extra bulk. I am thinking of complementing it with an "install shield".

Does anybody have any experience with install shields in general, or the TyTN in specific?

Thanks in advance.

[anath]

Where are the gel skins available from

thanks

[DeniaL]

http://pdaden.com/shop/cart.php?target=product&action=view&product_id=18122&substring=tytn is another option...

[Andrew_j]

hello
I wondering meaby someone know the answer for my question.
I'm interesting if this Krusell case :

http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2316&category=51

has this same solution to keep TyTn in place (hight and stiff edges) as Brando case?

http://shop.brando.com.hk/bwhtctytnleathercase.php

or it is this (IMO) stupid slution with foil between keyboard and LCD?

Have you found any review of this Krusell case? Because my Google seems to be broken :P an I cannot fing anything even better pictures that those showed on Krysell page :(

THX for reply :)

[Parradox]

quotes inaccurate...post deleted, see below.

[Parradox]

Update: Cases delivered very speedily once in stosk, with excellent communication from ids.

The silicone skin is excellent, it goes as far around the device as it can while still allowing the keyboard slide. Those buttons which aren't exposed can be easily pressed through the skin. Slots are there for the wheel and the memory card. I'm quite pleased. It also stops the phone sliding when on a shiny surface...


How do you carry this case? I see no belt clip or swivel attachment. Looks intriquing, but not without a carrying option.

Also, I am SOLD on the InvisibleShields, but no package yet for my 8525, can someone who has the full body coverage advise if the form factor will work for my 8525?

Thanks!

[paulbacik]

hello
I wondering meaby someone know the answer for my question.
I'm interesting if this Krusell case :

http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2316&category=51

has this same solution to keep TyTn in place (hight and stiff edges) as Brando case?

http://shop.brando.com.hk/bwhtctytnleathercase.php

or it is this (IMO) stupid slution with foil between keyboard and LCD?

Have you found any review of this Krusell case? Because my Google seems to be broken :P an I cannot fing anything even better pictures that those showed on Krysell page :(

THX for reply :)


I have this case. The Phone is kept in place with clear plastic that covers the keyboard. Once in place it does not come out very easily (Therefore it is not good if you need to swap batteries often, the Brando is better for this)

[Andrew_j]

I have this case. The Phone is kept in place with clear plastic that covers the keyboard. Once in place it does not come out very easily (Therefore it is not good if you need to swap batteries often, the Brando is better for this)
Thamk you for reply :)

Could you be so kind and post some photos of yours case? I'm most interested in this plastic on keyboadr and in places that are unprotected by case (edges, corners) are you happy with it?
Maybe you will have some time and write some review? I think that many users will be grateful because this is very new case on the market and I have not find any review or detail photos of it.

Thank you very much in advance :)

Regards
Andrew_j

[Lurker0]

Also, I am SOLD on the InvisibleShields, but no package yet for my 8525, can someone who has the full body coverage advise if the form factor will work for my 8525?Shouldn't HTC TyTN version fit 8525? http://www.shieldzone.com/item_description/HTCTYTNF.html

[thebimbo]

BTW, Brando have shipping for **free** at the moment... I've ordered as although the Piel Frama case is interesting I find it gets in the way - particularly during calls...

[DeniaL]

omg I never heard of those invisibleSHIELDs. Those things look AMAZING. I'm getting my 8525 today...so I am looking forward to trying it out on my new phone to keep it from getting scratched.

[mikegoldnj]

Shouldn't HTC TyTN version fit 8525? http://www.shieldzone.com/item_description/HTCTYTNF.html

I don't know if the front pieces will fit correctly.

I already have the Invisible Shield TyTN screen shield on my 8525 though.

[Time has come]

There's a "Silicone Skin Case for Jasjam Qtek 9600 HTC TyTN" listed on eBay. It has only been offered recently because I have been regularly checking for one exactly like this. Colours available are opaque white and flat black. I wouldn't get a white one after seeing how yellow they get.

http://www.spider-foot.com/oem/838Pro-SCase-K.JPG

Unless this skin has already been discussed, I'll post a review once I get hold of one.

[balld]

As a new Cingular 8525 user/owner, I was really amazed at the amount of people on this forum that have dropped/cracked/damaged their PDA/Phone. After some research, I decided to go with the Aluminum Monaco Case, black in color. I believe I purchase mine through Dealone here in the US. Access to ALL buttons and camera, and if keyboard is needed, simply pop open the case and slide upper screen forward. Simple, effective, and I believe the best protective case available for Cingular 8525/TyTn. BTW, other styles also available.

[krull]

There's a "Silicone Skin Case for Jasjam Qtek 9600 HTC TyTN" listed on eBay. It has only been offered recently because I have been regularly checking for one exactly like this. Colours available are opaque white and flat black. I wouldn't get a white one after seeing how yellow they get.

Unless this skin has already been discussed, I'll post a review once I get hold of one.


Hi there!

I recently got an Imate JASJAM and I am also in the lookout for a nice 'practical' case for it. I think I speak for everyone here who are looking forward to your review to this Skin Case! Thanks for the heads up! :)

Cheers,

krull

[trentend]

How do you carry this case? I see no belt clip or swivel attachment. Looks intriquing, but not without a carrying option.

Also, I am SOLD on the InvisibleShields, but no package yet for my 8525, can someone who has the full body coverage advise if the form factor will work for my 8525?

Thanks!

I have a handbag, so the phone slips into that.

[MrDSL]

I ended up getting this Krusell case

http://www.krusell.se/productUni.php?productID=613&category=4&x=2&y=7


I had one just like it for my smt-5600 and loved it so went with the same thing..

[Parradox]

OK, I went with this case: http://www.thepocketsolution.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=PSI-15715&Category_Code=cingular_8525_accessories&Product_Count=0

from Pocket Solutions. I haven't read any reviews on it but it looks sweet. The price is a little too steep at ~$50.00. I will post a short review when I get it in.

Also, due to the lack of protection for the corners of the device, I purchased the Invisible Shields full protection kit.

[Lurker0]

Also, due to the lack of protection for the corners of the device, I purchased the Invisible Shields full protection kit.Could you please tell more about Invisible Shields? How does it add to thickness? Doesn't it make the device slippery? Can you post a picture of your device with it?

[Parradox]

Could you please tell more about Invisible Shields? How does it add to thickness? Doesn't it make the device slippery? Can you post a picture of your device with it?

Lurker,

Here is the link to the website...also do a search for them, there are some cool videos of people doing the "key" test of devices protected by them. There is also a less expensive item that does the same thing made by another company...but I cannot remember the name of the top of my head. I think the biggest difference between them is the 30 day return and lifetime warranty on the Invisible Shields vs none on the other.

As I understand it, IS is very thin, almost unnoticeable, and actually makes the device LESS slippery. Will do a short review when I get them in.

Good Luck.

http://www.shieldzone.com/

[elite_gamer04]

After reading numerous topics around the Internet and posts within this very thread, I'm still at a loss as to the best all round case solution to my Imate JasJam.

I've been looking at the Orbit from Krusell, but to my dismay I have heard reviews from users saying that the Magnet used at for the top of the case (the main reason I stooped using the supplied Pouch with the JasJam, in fear of damaging my phone from the magnets) were causing the same issue as the supplied case, and that the plastic used to hold the JasJam in place is 'loosening' the Keyboard.

I also looked at the Silicon Case on E-Bay, and heard stories that the phone is not completely protected.

I too wanted to ask any purchaser of the ORA Premium Chairmans Case, if the plastic that holds the phone in place seems to be harmful to the PDA itself etc?

I'm asking once again, if anyone has been able to find a magentic-less case, that doesn't use some sort of feature that could harm/damage the phone (Loosening the keyboard etc)...?

[jasjamming]

im in the same boat, I have the PIEL FRAMA hand made leather which sells for $88 for Caluclator and Organizer King in South Melbourne. This case is the same as the ORA one from Expansys. Expansys is a rip off as they took the piel frama, and increased the price.

Well, in regards to it damaging the keyboard sliding mechanism, I couldnt say as I only used it for 2 weeks before I got worried, so I stopped using it.

What I am actualy after is a clear crystal hard case that clips on the back and front. The have one available for the WIZARD, but not hermes.

Still waiting..............

[Yannis_l72]

Could you please tell more about Invisible Shields? How does it add to thickness? Doesn't it make the device slippery? Can you post a picture of your device with it?

Well I also purchased the Invisible Shield (full protection) for the TyTN.
My impressions:

Pros:
- The pieces are pre-cut and fit perfectly
- The device becomes less slippery (that's good!) but not sticky as some have pointed out
- Essentially, thickness has not increased. I have a USB docking base, which fits the TyTN snuggly, and after installing the Shields it stills fits perfectly.
- It's very easy and quick to install if you follow the instructions thoroughly.

Cons:
- There is no shield-piece for the bezel around the screen at the front of the TyTN
- The main screen-protector shield, significantly decreases the speed at which you can move the stylus on the screen (i.e. it seems rather rough/ sticky for the stylus to move). I removed the main screen shield due to this reason, for another one.
- I would like to see more of the supplied "juice" supplied in the package for sticking the shields . Instructions say that you have to also spray your fingers frequently with it, so it may actually not prove enough for sticking all the shields around.

Conclusion:
I am very happy with it, after having removed the main screen-protection shield in exchange for another.

Regards,

Yannis, Greece

[datruth]

im in the same boat, I have the PIEL FRAMA hand made leather which sells for $88 for Caluclator and Organizer King in South Melbourne. This case is the same as the ORA one from Expansys. Expansys is a rip off as they took the piel frama, and increased the price.

Well, in regards to it damaging the keyboard sliding mechanism, I couldnt say as I only used it for 2 weeks before I got worried, so I stopped using it.

What I am actualy after is a clear crystal hard case that clips on the back and front. The have one available for the WIZARD, but not hermes.

Still waiting..............

I put in a request for the 8525 Active case from Boxwave.com. You should do the same.

[jasjamming]

did it as well, now the waiting game begins.

[mikegoldnj]

How is the device held inside the Brando case? Anyone have the Brando? What do you think of the quality and usability?

[Time has come]

Unless this skin has already been discussed, I'll post a review once I get hold of one.

My order finally arrived today after 8 long busines days of anticipation. But, this silicone skin mark II for the Jasjam is pretty disappointing.

It is very dificult to fit to the device first time around. I can appreciate that the makers have done OK considering the challenging form they are trying to design for. A thin lip around three quarters of the circumfrance attempts to fix the case to the device's two halves but it gets displaced by the slide out keyboard.

Obstruction of the jog wheel and and the power button is a serious defect. Overal, it makes the device feel sloppier and bulkier. The stylus is also harder to remove from its port. It's dificult to imagine using my toy with this boot-like case for long. I'm going to fight the urge to peel it off and I'm going to give it a go for at least another 24 hours.

In my photo, the flash exagerates the appearance of dust but its not good. Hopefully the mark III will be better.

[naveen]

New aluminium cases available at www.pdair.com
I just ordered 1 today.

i love that case. i actually ordered it for my 8525. the only drawback is that for the 8525, the case still has the hole for the tytn's front facing camera. but the hard case is what i like!

[MrDSL]

I just got this Krusell case and I love it. My belt goes directly under it so its very close to my waist and I don't have to worry about it falling off no matter what plus with all Krusell cases it has multi-adapt so there are many clip options.

http://www.krusell.se/productUni.ph...ory=4&x=17&y=10

[Limppu29]

How about this this case
http://www.extremepda.com/page/XPDA/PROD/htc_tytn_accessories/HTCTYTNVOYAGE-BLACK

[trialdei]

i have the pdair aluminum case, the ebay silicone case and the capdase silicone case (pictures attached). overall, i think this is the best case in terms of overall protection and usability. basically, the entire device is covered except for cutouts where needed. the material is a combination of hard plastic and silicone with a screen guard to boot and is about 2mm thick. goes on easy and doesn't fall off...makes your device a bit bulkier though.

the ebay silicone case (oad branded) is a complete turd. looks great in the packaging but just not usable! way to flimsy/thin to stay on--falls off every time you open/close the slider...complete disappointment...take a pass on this one. would be usable if they trimmed a bit of the sides and provided some kind of removeable adhesive.

the pdair case is great as well for those of you wanting a hard case...signal strength IS affected though, at least for me.

[fun_key]

I am using an ipod sock (http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wo/StoreReentry.wo?productLearnMore=M9720G%2FA) to protect my TyTN. It fits perfectly inside and I can put it on my pocket. IMHO the shipped leather case with magnets bloats the phone too much and I can't put it on my pocket, also I don't like magnets near my device :P

http://store.apple.com/Catalog/US/Images/ipodsockslearnmore11092004.jpg

Wow !

This may definitely be the solution! I tested plenty of tytn cases and none of the one I have fully satisfy me; those socks just look awesone.

[simonk12]

i have the pdair aluminum case, the ebay silicone case and the capdase silicone case (pictures attached). overall, i think this is the best case in terms of overall protection and usability. basically, the entire device is covered except for cutouts where needed. the material is a combination of hard plastic and silicone with a screen guard to boot and is about 2mm thick. goes on easy and doesn't fall off...makes your device a bit bulkier though.

the ebay silicone case (oad branded) is a complete turd. looks great in the packaging but just not usable! way to flimsy/thin to stay on--falls off every time you open/close the slider...complete disappointment...take a pass on this one. would be usable if they trimmed a bit of the sides and provided some kind of removeable adhesive.

the pdair case is great as well for those of you wanting a hard case...signal strength IS affected though, at least for me.

i'd love to get a link for that sillicone case...all the ones sold on ebay seems to not have a protection for the screen...am i right?
also, is it comfortable using the buttons coverd? it seens a little annoying...

[trialdei]

i'd love to get a link for that sillicone case...all the ones sold on ebay seems to not have a protection for the screen...am i right?
also, is it comfortable using the buttons coverd? it seens a little annoying...
i actually bought mine while travelling in hong kong but i've seen other posts where this link is given:

http://pdaden.com/shop/cart.php?target=product&action=view&product_id=18122&substring=tytn

the ebay has no screen protection but that's the least of your worries with that case.

actually, i kind of like the buttons covered...gives the buttons more of a solid, affirmative clicking action. the silicone is actually thinner near the buttons than the rest of the case so it works fine.

[acf]

I prefer the this vertical case for the 8525. It fits nicely and is easy to take in and out. It has a magnetic clasp that closes automatically.

http://www.senacases.com/catalog/Cingular-8125-8525-Vertical-Pouch-p-1-c-407.html

[trialdei]

I prefer the this vertical case for the 8525. It fits nicely and is easy to take in and out. It has a magnetic clasp that closes automatically.

http://www.senacases.com/catalog/Cingular-8125-8525-Vertical-Pouch-p-1-c-407.html
sena cases are great. had one for my axim x50v when i was using that. this thing is more of a sleeve than a full-fledged case though.

[QuachMD]

I put in a request for the 8525 Active case from Boxwave.com. You should do the same.

Here is what the Boxwave Active case looks like for the 8125:

http://www.boxwave.com/products/activecase/active-case-htc-wizard-cingular-8125_1160.htm

Put in a request for it here:

http://www.boxwave.com/community/request/request_model_13.htm

[daemonk]

for you guys that use the pdair vertical case

http://www.mobilibox.com/achat/produit_details.php?id=446
or the horizontal one
http://www.proporta.com/F02/PPF02P05.php?t_id=2334&t_mode=des

does that plastic sheet that goes between the keyboard and the screen mess with the slider at all? I am just worried it will loosen the sliding mechanism with use since it does go between the two parts and looks kinda thick.

[Lurker0]

Well I also purchased the Invisible Shield (full protection) for the TyTN.Thanks for yor report, I've ordered too.

I didn't find that there is not enough of the "juice". I have used only half of it.

The really bad thing is that they sent me wrong set: its bottom face piece would fit HERM100 (like Cingular 8525), but in no way it can be applied to TyTN (HERM200). How about your set? Was it right? I'm quite disappointed by this!

It strange that I even can't find a set of their site designed for HERM100 phones, and that the page I've ordered from clearly shows TyTN!

I didn't apply the screen protector. After your report I tried it with a stilus and I understand what do you mean. I already have Martin Fields Overlay Plus from the very first minute anyway... But I think the Shield should work better than you said after a day or two. Right now if I write with the stilus on the back cover, I feel it much better than the screen part on the paper. So I expect it should be the same on the screen after dry out...

[QuachMD]

Thanks for yor report, I've ordered too.

I didn't find that there is not enough of the "juice". I have used only half of it.

The really bad thing is that they sent me wrong set: its bottom face piece would fit HERM100 (like Cingular 8525), but in no way it can be applied to TyTN (HERM200). How about your set? Was it right? I'm quite disappointed by this!

It strange that I even can't find a set of their site designed for HERM100 phones, and that the page I've ordered from clearly shows TyTN!

I didn't apply the screen protector. After your report I tried it with a stilus and I understand what do you mean. I already have Martin Fields Overlay Plus from the very first minute anyway... But I think the Shield should work better than you said after a day or two. Right now if I write with the stilus on the back cover, I feel it much better than the screen part on the paper. So I expect it should be the same on the screen after dry out...


I've tried the Invisible Shield on my LifeDrive screen. It was (and still is) sticky and difficult to write on.

[jasjamming]

i just ordered the full invisible shield for my jasjam (8525 style) and will post some comments on it as soon as it arrives. I also bought some ipod socks from ebay for some added protection when its stuffed into my hydrapack and im bombing down the mountain on some single tracks.

I got sick of my leather case (piel frama), always unclipping it to use it etcc... it became a hassle. I am so used to my ex-nokias (now my wifes hand-me-downs) when I just put them in my pocket, spin them on my desk, and not worry about it.

I hope the invisible shield covers just enough to prevent some scratches on the body. If it does, then that is ample...

I guess you have to trade some scratches for ease and usability efficiency.

[anath]

you won't be disappointed withe the sheilds, they protect very well but do leave a large part of the unit exposed - in particular the whole front. What I did was cut the screen protector into strips and used those accross the front sides and other areas that were not covered, I already had a boxwave screen protector so did not need this

[stoneytheman]

Does anyone have experience with this case?

http://www.pdashop.nl/product/33584/27901/3338/veripart-premium-leather-case-htc-tytn.html

I browsed through this topic and looked at dozens of different cases, but did not read any postings on this particular case.

BTW: my favorite case untill now is the Norêve (http://www.noreve.com/brand/HTC/product/Housse_cuir_HTC_TyTN_-_Qtek_9600_-_SPV_M3100.html ).

[jasjamming]

Hi anath,

can you post some pics of the custom shields you placed on the front. I also will not use the invisible shield screen protector and use my EXIM instead.

Cheers,
Ronny

you won't be disappointed withe the sheilds, they protect very well but do leave a large part of the unit exposed - in particular the whole front. What I did was cut the screen protector into strips and used those accross the front sides and other areas that were not covered, I already had a boxwave screen protector so did not need this

[shadowboxer]

i actually bought mine while travelling in hong kong but i've seen other posts where this link is given:

http://pdaden.com/shop/cart.php?target=product&action=view&product_id=18122&substring=tytn

the ebay has no screen protection but that's the least of your worries with that case.

actually, i kind of like the buttons covered...gives the buttons more of a solid, affirmative clicking action. the silicone is actually thinner near the buttons than the rest of the case so it works fine.

I ordered this one for my 8525 yesterday. Comes from Hong Kong, so don't know how long it will take to come in, but when it does, I will post about how well it works.

[chainbolt]

New aluminium cases available at www.pdair.com
I just ordered 1 today.


I am using this case since a couple of weeks. Good quality, high grade alu, it fits perfectly, but it is a bit "bulky".

[daedalia]

I use a 3rd Gen iPod sleeve, I liked the Blackberry sleeve cases and the way you could whip it out and slip it back in easily, plus with the clip on the outside it fits in the pocket nicely.

http://a248.e.akamai.net/7/248/2041/1178/store.apple.com/Catalog/US/Images/m9129ga_125.jpg

[joeglo]

The Seidio Spring Clip Holster for the 8525 is finally a reality. I had this holster for my 8125 and it was great!

http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=589

Sounds like it has been improved from the 8125 model with a rubberized feel to protect from scratches.

I just ordered one!:D

[shadowboxer]

The Seidio Spring Clip Holster for the 8525 is finally a reality. I had this holster for my 8125 and it was great!

http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=589

Sounds like it has been improved from the 8125 model with a rubberized feel to protect from scratches.

I just ordered one!:D


Keep us posted and let us know how it turns out when you get it.

thanks

[datruth]

$30.00 seems a bit much.

[wwwes]

I got the tytn case from mobile planet. ordered dec 5th, they said 3 days to ship....got it 29th after cancelling the other stuff in my order that still wasn't in. they are not organized.... and I am impatient.

the magnets on the flap apparently trick my 8525 into going landscape, so when I pull it out and turn it on it rotates after a few seconds. other than that the case is nice. usb jack is exposed for headset/charging. sometimes buttons get hit pulling it out since it is a tight fit.

if anyone wants pics I'll post em.
wes

[jasjamming]

please post some pic, curious to see the case.

I actually just use an invisible shield + an ipod sock (kudos to pof for the idea). it is actually a neat solution.

in fact the ipod sock is hardly on the pdaphone, the only thing that is currently giving some kind of protection is the invisible shield and it is working great so far. therefore i am happy as i have a slim line protection solution.

i dont really like belt clips as 1) i do not wear a belt (as i hardly wear formal pants) and 2) i feel kinda akward with it, . for me its jeans and a sports jacket at work (great benefit of being an academic). so my pda slips nicely into my back pocket with minimal buldge or my suit jacket pocket.

[r111]

I use a 3rd Gen iPod sleeve, I liked the Blackberry sleeve cases and the way you could whip it out and slip it back in easily, plus with the clip on the outside it fits in the pocket nicely.

http://a248.e.akamai.net/7/248/2041/1178/store.apple.com/Catalog/US/Images/m9129ga_125.jpg

I found three products like this on the apple.com store:
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=7AB1E70A&nplm=M9603G%2FA
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=7248952B&nplm=M9129G%2FA
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=800771CE&nplm=M9940G%2FA

Which one is the best fit? Is this an Apple product -- is it available from anyone else but Apple?

[wwwes]

I have had nothing but trouble with this case. it has two very powerful magnets that trick the hermes into thinking the keyboard has been opened. I like to run windows media player, and toggle the screen off. this also locks most of the buttons. when I close the flap on the case while playing music, the phone wakes up and the buttons are live again. the backlight comes on, and if you bump it it might call someone. Many times the buttons are pressed when pulling it out of the case, and 90% of the time it answers the phone for me when I pick it up.

magnets+hermes=bad

[daemonk]

I just received my shieldzone kit. 2 of the cutout stickers don't fit on all hermes models so I kinda had to adjust it by cutting it and repositioning it a little. Overall I think its pretty useful. It does not cover everything, but I think it covers all the essential parts (corners, back, screen).

[jasjamming]

I just received my shieldzone kit. 2 of the cutout stickers don't fit on all hermes models so I kinda had to adjust it by cutting it and repositioning it a little. Overall I think its pretty useful. It does not cover everything, but I think it covers all the essential parts (corners, back, screen).

is your device a herm100(like he dopod, cingular or jasjam) or herm200 (TYTN) device?

[daemonk]

Softbank. I think thats a herm200 device.

[Radimus]

I use a generic "Large Cell Phone" case from Wal-Mart.

$10.00. It slides in lengthwise and the USB port is accessable if you push some elastic out of the way.

Only real complaint is that I sometimes push the power button in pulling the phone out

[QuachMD]

I just got the Brando case, and thus far I'm not overly impressed. The TyTN sits pretty flush in the compartment, but the larger cover doesn't sit flush over the front (the holes don't sit exactly where they should, so some of the buttons are partially covered, and the front camera is also partially covered.)

I figure if I stretch out the leather enough, the front cover should sit where it's supposed to. But still, when the front cover is closed, you lose access to the jog wheel/OK button/Voice command button, as well as the Connectivity button on the other side.

I probably should have gone with this case (which looks like it gets around the button issues), but the Brando looked more professional:

http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={C9CB08E7-3C1B-42CB-A5B3-715991DEA6AD}

Oh well... guess I'm still in the market for a case.... :o

[weinson]

I agree with the comments below re the brando case -- I currently have a Brando case and a Piel Frama -- summaries below.


Brando Workshop (http://shop.brando.com.hk/bwhtctytnleathercase.php) -- This case does not work for me. Due to the design, when the front flap screen flap is open, you can't, one handed, use the buttons on the left side of the phone ... big flaw (since I use the OK button all the time ... and need the scroll wheel as well). If you have the main flap open you can in theory access the left side buttons (if you fold the cover back) but the leather is so thick my fingers can't really get in to use them. Case does have good protection ... and the keyboard slides out while in the case.

Piel Frama (http://www.pielframa.com/htc_tytn.htm) -- expensive, but I like this case. I actually am finding it works well for both the PDA functions and Phone functions. The front flap easily and quickly folds in back when I need to use the device to make calls, and the keyboard still slips out to use the PDA. I never have to take the phone out of the case (which I like). I wish it had better corner protection, but you can't have everything. The fact that the phone hangs upside down is not really an issue, as you get pretty adept at pulling the phone off your belt and orienting it the correct way. Leather is nice and thin enough to hit the buttons through the cut-outs (see comments above re the Brando case). I am not that bothered by the plastic which sits over the keyboard to hold the phone in place (some folks worry it could lead to keyboard looseness). At the moment, this is my everyday case.

I have the seidio design (http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=589) case on order ... allegedly shipped and en route. I will append this posting once I have played around with that case. I envision that case for when I am in the office or during work hours, but will use the piel frama case at other times so I can throw my phone into a bag/pocket and still have some protection.




I just got the Brando case, and thus far I'm not overly impressed. The TyTN sits pretty flush in the compartment, but the larger cover doesn't sit flush over the front (the holes don't sit exactly where they should, so some of the buttons are partially covered, and the front camera is also partially covered.)

I figure if I stretch out the leather enough, the front cover should sit where it's supposed to. But still, when the front cover is closed, you lose access to the jog wheel/OK button/Voice command button, as well as the Connectivity button on the other side.

I probably should have gone with this case (which looks like it gets around the button issues), but the Brando looked more professional:

http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={C9CB08E7-3C1B-42CB-A5B3-715991DEA6AD}

Oh well... guess I'm still in the market for a case.... :o

[peregrine48]

I also am using my old Treo 650 standard leather case which fits perfectly, can be a little difficult to get the phone out though.

[QuachMD]

Does anyone have the IDS case?

http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={C9CB08E7-3C1B-42CB-A5B3-715991DEA6AD}#

I'm thinking of picking this one up, but I'm afraid that the jog wheel and buttons on the left side might be recessed inside too much to be accessible (the Brando case has this problem). Does anyone have this case?

[rdayan]

I looked in the thread and did not see anyone mentione this skin?
http://www.thepocketsolution.com/PSI-31831.html

[software_samurai]

I took a chance and bought the Seidio case for my TyTn: (http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=589):

After using it for a week, I thought I'd share my evaluation with everyone:

Pro:
Overall, I'd say it's good. (By far, much better than the standard HTC case!) The case is sturdy, and coated with a soft rubber. The belt clip is large and can rotate. In fact, it rotates with a click-position sort of action that keeps my TyTn at one of 7 angles. The part of the case that faces the LCD is covered with a soft velvet lining, but the way the case is designed, the LCD doesn't touch the case. The large clip on top that holds the TyTn in place is firm, and has an extra-soft bit where it touches the TyTn. All of the side buttons/scroll wheel are easy to get to, as well as the bottom USB port. Putting the TyTn into the case is trivial - just slide it down and then press it in to "snap" it into place. Removing it is pretty easy too, although I'm still practicing on the one-hand removal technique :o . (I find it easier, simplier, and faster to just reach around with my left hand to pull the top clip up, and then lift the TyTn up and out with my right hand.)

Con:
When the TyTn is placed into the holder, the top clip doesn't come over the top of the TyTn completely. It appears to be about 1-2 mm short. (However, it still does an excellent job of firmly holding the TyTn in place.) Perhaps it's a good thing that it doesn't actually touch the top part of the TyTn itself, but at first glance you may think it's a design flaw.

Conclusion:
If you want a case that makes it very easy to pull out the TyTn and work with it right away (like a blackberry's case), then I'd recommend this case. Yeah it's $30, but hey, my TyTn's worth it! (So much better than the standard HTC case!) :D

[warmkiwi99]

i would be worried it might accidentally get dislodged if you bumped into something? or is it really very securely held?

[dew.man]

I looked in the thread and did not see anyone mentione this skin?
http://www.thepocketsolution.com/PSI-31831.html

PocketSolution has a long reputation of ripping people off...

[software_samurai]

i would be worried it might accidentally get dislodged if you bumped into something? or is it really very securely held?
I had the same concern. But the top holding clip is not weak. The phone is pretty secure once it's in the holder. Even if you bump the clip itself, I don't think the phone is going to fall out of the holder. You really need to lift the clip up in order to extract the phone.

I guess I should add one more note to my review: This case isn't designed to protect the phone 100%. By that I mean, obviously, the entire back and most of the sides of the phone are exposed. So I wouldn't recommend it to someone working in, say, a construction zone. But for the average Joe, I still think it's good.

[andilla]

I ordered this one for my 8525 yesterday. Comes from Hong Kong, so don't know how long it will take to come in, but when it does, I will post about how well it works.

after reading this thread for like an hour... i think i've decided to go with the silicone jacket from pdaden.... thanks for the review and pictures trialdei... shadowboxer ... how's it dealing with pdaden? trustworthy and fast? Any after thoughts post purchase? any additional information would help me make a purchase....

p.s. i live in toronto canada.. anywhere locally where i can get this skin and/or other tytn goodies?

[ktwildchild]

I looked in the thread and did not see anyone mentione this skin?
http://www.thepocketsolution.com/PSI-31831.html

I bought one a while back and it is crap. It won't stay on the phone like it's supposed to and makes it difficult to open and close the keyboard.

I too have ordered a couple of new cases from PDADEN and I am waiting for their arrival. I will post photos and tell more after I receive the new ones.

I am now on my 3rd case (or is it 4th, 5th...).

Also, I found out from Innopocket that they will be releaing a case for the TyTN sometime this month. I used one of theirs with my Treo when I had it and I really liked it alot.

[GPetrow]

I had the Seidio holster for my Treo 650 (feels like forever ago), and it was great. I may have to try it on my 8525.

[LightningDammitt]

Those of you with the Seidio....

Is it possible to put the 8525 in with the front facing out?

[weinson]

Interestingly, it is. I never even contemplated that orientation, but just tried it out (since I happen to have my 8525 sitting in its holster on my belt now) and it seems to work just fine.

[Quilliam]

I have the skin case with plastic cover mentioned earlier in this thread (the person who got one while traveling through Hong Kong).

Anyway here is a major draw back to that case.

I loved it at first, but I realized that it was making my buttons not work (also somtimes made keyboard not work). I think it presses to firmly on buttons causing a problem.

For the longest time I thought it was a software I had installed.

Turned out I just took off the case and problem solved.

[LightningDammitt]

Thanks for the reply weinson-

That's cool! My previous phone I had a clip like the Seidio, and would put it IN my pocket, but clip it to the outside of the pocket...

That way the clip just stays on the phone, so it's still easy to get the phone out...

Would need a screen lock applied though...

This is probbaly the way I'll go!

[software_samurai]

Those of you with the Seidio....
Is it possible to put the 8525 in with the front facing out?

Yes. But if you do, you run the risk of bumping the phone into something (doorknob?) and damaging the LCD display.

[naveen]

How about this this case
http://www.extremepda.com/page/XPDA/PROD/htc_tytn_accessories/HTCTYTNVOYAGE-BLACK


how do you like it?

[raymondu999]

Thanks for the reply weinson-

That's cool! My previous phone I had a clip like the Seidio, and would put it IN my pocket, but clip it to the outside of the pocket...

That way the clip just stays on the phone, so it's still easy to get the phone out...

Would need a screen lock applied though...

This is probbaly the way I'll go!
How would you take the stylus out?

[Quilliam]

I bought both the seidio holster and the metal case.

Here is my quick review.

The Holster:
The holster case is the best yet (of holsters I've tried), if you like holster cases. It has a spring mounted clip (surounded by rubber) so you can easily remove the phone and no scratches (my old holster for my treo 650 scrathed the top bad).

The case is very form fitting, keeps it tight in the pocket (I like to wear mine inside my pocket).

Only negative is that the cammera and back is completley unprotected. It says on their site you cannot put a skin on it (which I have had trouble with skins on the 8525 anyway per a previous post). But the instructions inside the package say you can also use it with a skin.


The METAL case:

I was very skeptical about using a metal case. I had one for my treo650 and it just was hard to use.

However this is my new case of choice. It realy protects the phone. It is very tight on the phone (form fitting) and can easily fit inside my pocket without looking huge.

It is surprisingly easy to acess the keyboard and touch screen when needed. All main buttons are easily reached without opening.

Only negative I see so far is it is a bit tough to reach the comm manager button. But I hardly ever use that button anyway and when I do need it I just have to kind of poke to get it so no bid deal.


So IMHO if you want a tight case that offers mega protection and is very usable, try the SEIDIO metal case. I was plesantly surprised. And this will be my case until a crystal case comes out.

[harryk1372]

I got this Tumi one for Treo (http://web.palm.com/products/Category.jhtml?ID=340002)and it's good for Hermes. The quality is excellent of course and highly recommended.

[daedalia]

I found three products like this on the apple.com store:
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=7AB1E70A&nplm=M9603G%2FA
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=7248952B&nplm=M9129G%2FA
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=800771CE&nplm=M9940G%2FA

Which one is the best fit? Is this an Apple product -- is it available from anyone else but Apple?
I have one for a 3rd gen 30Gb iPod, that model was quite a wideboy. Generally the bigger the hard drive the fatter the case and you need a fat one. I think they make generic ones now that stretch to fit all. Get onto eBay, they'll be a lot cheaper.

[SomethingWicked]

I was looking through Amazon.com and found the Cingular 8525 Armor by Boxwave. It comes in Silver and Black. Since it's not mentioned in this thread yet, I'll post some pics. It's the one I'm considering since their other Active case isn't yet available for the 8525.

http://www.deertshirts.com/jessew/8525Armor1.jpg http://www.deertshirts.com/jessew/8525Armor2.jpg

http://www.deertshirts.com/jessew/8525Armor6.jpg http://www.deertshirts.com/jessew/8525Armor4.jpg

You can find these on Amazon.com simply by searching on "8525 Armor"

Cheers! Jesse

ps. my FIRST post on this forum heheheeee......

[aadadams]

I got this Tumi one for Treo (http://web.palm.com/products/Category.jhtml?ID=340002)and it's good for Hermes. The quality is excellent of course and highly recommended.
I picked this one up. Seems like a very nice case. I will post back with my impression after I receive it.

[abubasim]

I had a Sony Ericsson P990i which I traded for an i-mate JASJAM. For the P990i I had Sony Ericsson's IEC-20 Executive Case (http://www.expansys.com/p.aspx?i=112222). I kept this case when trading phones. I find that the JASJAM fits perfectly inside, much better than with the original case that came with the JASJAM :)

[Quilliam]

My reveiw of the Seidio metal case is the same (think they all sell the exact same case).

[wpbear]

PocketSolution has a long reputation of ripping people off...
This is the same case on ebay and it falls of the phone everytime you touch it. Great idea poor design!

[QuachMD]

I have both of them, and since they are fairly similar, I'd thought I'd post a review for those of you trying to decide between the two.

Brando

http://shop.brando.com.hk/image/bwhtctytnleathercase1_s.jpg

http://shop.brando.com.hk/image/bwhtctytnleathercase5_s.jpg

http://shop.brando.com.hk/image/bwhtctytnleathercase8_s.jpg

I actually had high hopes for this case, but was fairly disappointed when I got it. It is a pretty high quality case, as I've heard their cases are in general. The leather is thick and sturdy, and it obviously protects well. The white stitching is very classy, and gives it an expensive feel. The storage card slot behind the smaller flap is also a bonus.

The bad news: using this case essentially eliminates usage of all of the buttons on the left side (jog wheel, OK button, and voice command button), and also the comm manager button. You can use it if you completely open up the larger flap, but who wants to completely open up the case everytime to use the buttons?!? This was the biggest issue for me, and this major loss of functionality made me to buy the IDS book case. Furthermore, even when the larger flap is open, the leather is so thick that the buttons are deeply recessed, rendering them useless anyways. There were a couple of other quibbles too. The large and small flap open with the hinge on the left side, and in keyboard-open mode, the flaps hang below the whole phone. To me, it seems much more intuitive to have the flaps on the other side so that it hangs behind the phone. Also, the front flap didn't sit flush on the phone, so that the front camera was partially covered by the case. This was also true for the Explorer and Messenger buttons.

Pros:
High quality case
Sturdy
Nice storage slot

Cons:
Way too many buttons are covered up when larger flap is closed
Having flap on other side would have been intuitively better
Front flap does not sit flush with front camera and buttons

[QuachMD]

IDS

http://www.ids.hk/IDS/images/item/C_DOPOD9000B-101_BF4D9.JPG

http://www.ids.hk/IDS/images/item/C_Dopod9000B-102_bi6u6.jpg

http://www.ids.hk/IDS/images/item/C_Dopod9000B-104_bv6c7.jpg

This is the case I bought after the Brando case. The first thing you notice when you compare the two in person is that the IDS case is not as high of quality as the Brando case. The lack of white stitching has a bit to do with this, but the leather is not as thick and has more "give" to it. Also, the clip that was included with the case was the "clip-on" variety, rather than the "spring-hinged", and didn't even match the case (it was grey instead of black :( )

But beyond the build quality, I would have to give the design quality to the IDS case. The flap hinge is on the other side, which (as I mentioned before) feels more more intuitive. It does present a bit of a problem in that it tends to cover up the camera when in "camera mode", but you can just move the flap to the side and it's not a problem. And all of the buttons are accessible, even when fully closed. It's not perfect, however. The cut-out on the left side doesn't quite sit flush with the voice command and OK buttons, but it is still accessible if you work it a llittle. This may actually get better as the leather stretches a bit. But I think IDS would have done much better if they made a simple, larger rectangular cut-out, rather than one that attempted to fit the contours of the buttons.

Other quibbles: whereas the Brando case may have fit a bit too tight, the IDS case may be a bit too loose. In keyboard-mode, I've had the phone slip out a couple of times when I wasn't careful. Also, the front flap is too loose and doesn't sit flush with the front either. I prefer this to the Brando problem, though, because at least with the IDS case there is enough "give" so that you can uncover the front camera and buttons. Lastly, the snap-on clasp of the larger flap and the magnets of the smaller flap both reside of the left side, which means it's very thick and makes the left sided buttons a little more difficult to access.

Pros:
Flap is in the more intuitive position
All buttons are accessible

Cons:
Not as high of quality as Brando's
Button access problem is not completely solved (Button cut-out not large enough, left-sided clasp is too thick)


Summary: Although I liked the look of the Brando case, it feels as though they sacrificed functionality for style. Certain design features, such as positioning of the flap hinge and accessibilty to the buttons, was simply done much better by IDS. Ergonomically, the IDS case was just heads above the Brando case.

The IDS case was not perfect, and being less well known than Brando, the build quality wasn't as good. In the end, though, the loss of functionality with the Brando case was just too much for me, and I can't say I regret going with the IDS case.

[mikegoldnj]

IDS

http://www.ids.hk/IDS/images/item/C_DOPOD9000B-101_BF4D9.JPG

http://www.ids.hk/IDS/images/item/C_Dopod9000B-102_bi6u6.jpg

http://www.ids.hk/IDS/images/item/C_Dopod9000B-104_bv6c7.jpg

This is the case I bought after the Brando case. The first thing you notice when you compare the two in person is that the IDS case is not as high of quality as the Brando case. The lack of white stitching has a bit to do with this, but the leather is not as thick and has more "give" to it. Also, the clip that was included with the case was the "clip-on" variety, rather than the "spring-hinged", and didn't even match the case (it was grey instead of black :( )

But beyond the build quality, I would have to give the design quality to the IDS case. The flap hinge is on the other side, which (as I mentioned before) feels more more intuitive. It does present a bit of a problem in that it tends to cover up the camera when in "camera mode", but you can just move the flap to the side and it's not a problem. And all of the buttons are accessible, even when fully closed. It's not perfect, however. The cut-out on the left side doesn't quite sit flush with the voice command and OK buttons, but it is still accessible if you work it a llittle. This may actually get better as the leather stretches a bit. But I think IDS would have done much better if they made a simple, larger rectangular cut-out, rather than one that attempted to fit the contours of the buttons.

Other quibbles: whereas the Brando case may have fit a bit too tight, the IDS case may be a bit too loose. In keyboard-mode, I've had the phone slip out a couple of times when I wasn't careful. Also, the front flap is too loose and doesn't sit flush with the front either. I prefer this to the Brando problem, though, because at least with the IDS case there is enough "give" so that you can uncover the front camera and buttons. Lastly, the snap-on clasp of the larger flap and the magnets of the smaller flap both reside of the left side, which means it's very thick and makes the left sided buttons a little more difficult to access.

Pros:
Flap is in the more intuitive position
All buttons are accessible

Cons:
Not as high of quality as Brando's
Button access problem is not completely solved (Button cut-out not large enough, left-sided clasp is too thick)


Summary: Although I liked the look of the Brando case, it feels as though they sacrificed functionality for style. Certain design features, such as positioning of the flap hinge and accessibilty to the buttons, was simply done much better by IDS. Ergonomically, the IDS case was just heads above the Brando case.

The IDS case was not perfect, and being less well known than Brando, the build quality wasn't as good. In the end, though, the loss of functionality with the Brando case was just too much for me, and I can't say I regret going with the IDS case.

Does the IDS case also hold the device in the case using a plastic "cover" on the keyboard, between the sliders?

[RemE]

I got a Pocket Solutions "signature series" cases, It fits perfectly and works very well. I read someone's post about how well it fit BUT the user found that the phone can swivel very easily and his caught his coat, opened and dumped the phone onto the floor. I had already ordered the case so when I got it I agree the phone can slide in and out too easily, so I took this precaution,

Smear a small film of 100% silicone glue on the inside of the case where the phone's back slides. Allow it to fully cure a day. This allow the phone to be slipped into the case but the silicone has enought friction to keep the phone from ejecting if the case is swivled upside down with the flap open. It works great.

The case is a bit pricey perhaps at $49 but it's well made and allows access to everything. I'm happy.

http://www.thepocketsolution.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=PS&Product_Code=PSI-15715

[QuachMD]

Does the IDS case also hold the device in the case using a plastic "cover" on the keyboard, between the sliders?

There is no plastic cover. The phone should fit tightly in the leather casing, but it doesn't quite do so.

[aadadams]

I picked this one up. Seems like a very nice case. I will post back with my impression after I receive it.
I received the case and I am thinking of returning it. I do not like the snap closures they seem to be weak. I prefer the simple hidden magnets of other cases the search continues.

[arcivanov]

Since it's not mentioned in this thread yet, I'll post some pics.

Only about 1 million times, but go right ahead...:cool:

[ronr9286t]

I've tried several cases for my TyTn. I finally found one that I think is ideal.

I tried the PdAir leather and one other leather case, and neither one was satisfatory. The PdAir aluminum case I had for my Wizard was terrible - If you have it on your belt and brush up against anything, it will pop open and the device will fall out.

I tried the Krusell Dynamic, but found that to be lacking as the snaps designed to release the camera cover were constantly opening on their own, and would allow the phone to fall out.

The Krusell Orbit has been ideal. Good access to all buttons and controls, the plastic cover over the keyboard is only half the width of others and seems to offer less potential damage (loosening the ceyboard from the screen), and the quality is typical Krusell - Top-Notch.

Here is the link to the Krusell Web-Site Orbit page:

http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2316&category=51

[.VIBE]

Okay, I now have read through the whole post, and thank goodness for that. Otherwise I would have had a useless eBay case.

The two cases that grabbed my attention were the silicone ones:

The IDS one

http://www.ids.hk/IDS/images/item/S_DOPOD9000BK01_BX3D1.JPG

IDS Gel skin (http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?Category=T-Mobile_Qtek_O2_I-Mate_Dopod_Qtek_9600_JasJam_MDA&ItemName=Silicone_Skin_Case_(Black)_for_Dopod_CHT_ 9000/Dopo&itemID=A82CE419-38A1-4FF6-93DA-6BC797A79468)

and the PDADEN one

http://pdaden.com/shop/images/SJA-DP-9000-01.jpg

PDADEN silicone skin (http://pdaden.com/shop/cart.php?target=product&action=view&product_id=18122&substring=tytn)

Which one do you guys suggest?

[Quilliam]

I mentioned this earlier, but it probably is burried so deep you missed it.

I had a ton of problems with the above silicone case.

Problem is it presses down on all your buttons. For some reaosn this causes all sorts of problemes... like

Talk and End buttons no longer funciton.

Hittitng any button causes the cammera to turn on.

I blamed one of the hacks I had for a few hours before I realized it was the silicone case causing this problem.

I bought the metal case next and love it. Not one problem and works much better than I ever could have thought.

[.VIBE]

I'm assuming you are talking about the PDADEN skin.

Does the metal case not add a lot of bulk? (edit: I see bulk is not a problem)
There has also been some complaints that the metal interferes with reception and bluetooth?

anyone bought the other silicone case?

[.VIBE]

OK, seido online will charge me $60 to ship to me in SA.
PDADEN seems to have the exact same metal case, but a bit cheaper.

But I still prefer the silicone idea. (less bulk in my pocket). What do you guys think?

[.VIBE]

Hmm, found an eBay store that ships this Alu Case & Martin Fields overlay at very reasonable prices. What do you think?

http://stores.ebay.com/GPS-Navigation-Store

The problem is, the following review on Amazon.com for these cases:

"This case stinks, it does not lock properly, and after a week, I lost my brand new $300 dollar 8525. Now I have to buy another phone thanks to this piece of garbage case. Do not buy this case unless you want to lose your phone too."

any comments?

[Quilliam]

The metal case was only slightly (read not noticeable to me unless pulling out the ruller) more bulky.

And yes the Padden one was the one that caused me a ton of problems.

As for interferance, I do not nottice any loss in sound quality. Maybe I loose a foot but I can talk across my apartment in the same room, so I have no real way of measuring.

I do nottice that my screen "twitches" while on a phone call, which must be caused by the metal, but it is not very notticable.

[.VIBE]

And how reliable is the catch that keeps the case closed?

[Quilliam]

I dropped mine about 4 times since I bought it with no latch problems.

I also use the shieldzone underneath it, so in the event the latch did ever open provides a slightly tighter fit.

Now if you dropped it just at the correct angle I imagine the latch would come open... But I've never had the latch come open unless I wanted it open.

[.VIBE]

OK, thanx dude. Am ordering mine now.

[Ninja1]

Just a few thoughts about a couple of cases:

These aluminum cases all use the same OEM, so the catch system, etc is the same for all of them...that for the people who keep posting links to new metal cases and asking "is it good?"...

And how reliable is the catch that keeps the case closed?

As to the catch: basically a metal tongue that rides over 2 plastic buttons to form a simple friction lock. The tongue has a formed and lifted end to allow for easy opening. Unfortunately, when the ppc is clipped to my belt, the edge of my jacket has caught and opened this latch a few times, causing my 8525 to take flight. I have tried tightening the friction lock without any benefit. Aluminum is just too malleable and that edge just too easy to catch. I would have to say that if you want to clip the ppc to your belt or pack then this case is unacceptable. However, if you keep the ppc in a pocket/pack/etc then this case is just fine.

As mentioned earlier, button access is problematic for the Comm Manager, but excellent for all other buttons. In fact, button access and usability for this case is better than with my Piel Frama leather case. Another problem with the PF case is the continuous pressure on the screen. This has caused lockups when alarms "wake-up" the device while the case is closed. As I have not been able to find a reliable screen lock that prevents this problem (I have tried about 5 or 6), and the button access prevents one handed navigation, this case is going to have to go up on eBay or back to cases.com.

For those thinking about the PDADen silicone case: an interesting concept marred by a flawed design. The skin relies on a friction fit to keep the hermes enclosed. I found it very easy to pop the skin off just by opening the keyboard, let alone putting the ppc in my fanny pack. The skin also makes it difficult to remove the ppc from a pocket.

As mentioned earlier in this thread the Krussell case looks interesting and they have a good reputation. I have one on order and it should arrive this week. I'll try to post impressions after living with it a few days.

Ninja1

[machmandp]

I have had a few cases now for my M3100

Brando Leather - Never got it to fit flush and hard to push certain Buttons, Looks awful

Silicone Case (the one in 2 parts) - never actually managed to fit it properly poorly made

PDair Alu case - Nice case but opens too easy (the Phone shot out once) and i found the signal to degrade too much especially BT.

Pdair Leather Case - So far the only one that i have actually thought was ok although i had to cut the Clear plastic cover out as it hindered the usage too much but i'm still not too happy with the prestud on the top (looks ugly to me)

So far i've not seen a case that suits me

I used to have an Orange M600 (prophet) and the Silicone case for that was perfect , Of course the cases for the Hermes all want to try and do too much by allowing the use of the keyboard with easy opening but that just seems to make them too flimsy.

The krusell cases are good quality but i always found that not being able to see the screen was a pain as i want to know who is calling before answering.

So i suppose i really want a silicone or Leather case that would not add any bulk and a removable or no front screen protector while allowing for a swivel belt clip just like the Capdase silicone one i had for the Prophet.

[Ninja1]

OK, the Krussell Orbit arrived today, and I just slapped it on the Hermes. Here are my first impressions:

1) The leather actually wrapped around 3/4+ of the sides of the keyboard section, and have a plastic overlay. It is very secure and will not easily come out.

2) The outer flap is secured by a self centering magnetic closure at the bottom. The inner flap is just a bit of leather with a hole for the screen and secures with a button type closure--no magnets to screw with the display.

3) My Micro-SD to SD adapter fits in the card pocket (Yeah), but business cards will not fit in the card pocket (D*mn).

4) All buttons and controls are easily accessible to my fingers, one-handed nav is much easier then with the Piel Frama case (Yeah).

5) The outer flap does not appear to touch the screen at all, exen with the card adapter in. Hopefully no more lockups due to alarms and screen pressure.

6) The leather feels OK. Certainly not as supple as the PF case, but not junk either.

7) The included post and spring clip connection is very tight, and requires a fair bit of pressure to engage. I'll have to be careful to make sure that it is engaged.

8) Thickness with the Hermes inside is 3mm more that with the PF case, and 7mm more that the aluminum case (yes, I measured it).

All in all, I think that I have found the case to stick with. Anybody interested is slightly used aluminum and PF cases?

Ninja1

[WineCape]

Ninja,

Will the above reviewed Krusell Orbit case fit my TyTN if I have the 3000 mAh battery from Muegen Power slapped on?

The battery extend/jut out to about twice the thickness of the stylus.

[Ninja1]

Ninja,

Will the above reviewed Krusell Orbit case fit my TyTN if I have the 3000 mAh battery from Muegen Power slapped on?

The battery extend/jut out to about twice the thickness of the stylus.

Maybe. You would most likely have to remove the plastic keyboard cover and the inner screen flap. I doubt that it would fit without doing that. If the additional battery size were 2mm it would fit, 4mm is pushing it.

You also might be able to get away with wetting the leather parts that need to stretch and letting the case dry while holding your Hermes with the extended battery. That's an old trick for form fitting leather. (BTW, works great for hiking boots).

Ninja1

[fone_fanatic]

Anybody order one of Fortte's new 8525 cases? I think i'm gonna purchase one of these because of the Credit Card slot, but it looks very flimsy/cheap leather.

http://www.fortte.com/scr/showproduct.php/264?type=0

Anybody have previous experiences with fortte products?

[fone_fanatic]

I guess no one has had a fortte product before?

I'm gonna go ahead and order the thing tonight by midnight, they sent me a 25% off code. I'll post my thoughts on it when i get it. Also what other cases are out there with Credit card/ID holders in them?

[Dexter23182]

do you think this (http://www.proporta.com/F02/PPF02P05.php?t_id=1851&t_mode=des) could "emulate" pof's iPod sock? it's surely cheaper and seems to fit tytn quite well. does anybody own it?

what do you mean with "invisible shield"?

[Quilliam]

This is the invisible shield.

http://www.shieldzone.com/item_description/HTCTYTNF.html


Basiacly it adds scratch protection to most of your phone.

Some people hate the screen protector that comes with it, but I perosnaly love it (it slows down your pen stroke).

With my case it adds just a tiny bit of extra width, enough that I can open my case and do a moderate shake and have several shakes before it comes out.

Oh, and installing it is a pain, there are no instructions and trust me you will put on pices on the wrong spot several times. It also takes a long time to apply. Luckily for me my wife is into arts and crafts so in about an hour she was able to find all the right spots to stick them on and apply them correctly.

[webphilux]

See Below Message

[webphilux]

I just bought this Palm Hard case for my 8525. :D
http://store.everythingtreo.com/store_images/product_images/accessories/large/732.jpg
http://store.everythingtreo.com/content/accessories/4-120--732.htm
You can also find them cheaper on ebay.
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Had to trim 4 little tabs inside the case which are molded for the Palm's rounded back side. But after that, It fits perfect. It has a metal belt clip and the case itself seems very strong and durable. The foam like lining inside protects your beloved device. Now I do not have to worry about dropping my device or crushing it when I have it on my side. I don't have any problem getting my device from my case it is just as accessible as my leather case that I retired. The latch has yet to fail and open on its own. The only downside to the case is the hole that is cut out where the Palm antenna is supposed to go. Other than that that, I love it.

[MonkeyK]

Treo users don't rate the hard case so favorably:
Amazon Reviews (http://www.amazon.com/Palm-3202WW-Treo-Hard-Case/dp/B000ELUZDC)

[MonkeyK]

I took a chance and bought the Seidio case for my TyTn: (http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=589):


This case is one of the more compelling cases in this thread to me. I really like the utility and one handed access seems a given.

Pardon the crudeness of my question, but do users of the holster worry about it hitting the ground to hard when "dropping trou" for a quick toilet run?

[w3elf]

I hope they make a case like this but for the cingular 8525:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Smoke-Hard-Case-Cover-For-T-Mobile-HTC-MDA-ScreenLens_W0QQitemZ130075890929QQihZ003QQcategory Z15039QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem


I had this on my MDA and it was perfect, especially because it did not add alot of bulk.

[outsidah]

Have any of you guys tried out this Sena case?

http://www.senacases.com/catalog/Cingular-8125-8525-Lateral-Pouch-p-1-c-408.html

[MonkeyK]

Re: the Sena case
Since the 8125 and 8525 are different sizes, anytime something claims to be for both I am a little uneasy.

[raymondu999]

Very true. It'll probably be very loosely fitting for our dear Hermes units, unless its straps are made of elastic material, which it isn't

[str355]

i've got one of the pdair metal cases, it fits nicely, but does bulk the phone up a bit.

[fone_fanatic]

I ordered the Fortte case on the 9th, since i choose a different leather and color its considered a custom case which they say takes 2 to 3 weeks to ship, once i get it i'll write up a little review. My main reason for getting this case is because it has a slot for a credit card/ID card.

they sent me this email a while back giving me 25% off, heres the email and code, see if it works for you.

We wanted to thank you for signing up to receive notification when a leather case for your Cingular 8525 became available. We are pleased to inform you that the Cingular 8525, HTC Hermes TyTN, JasJam Book Model Leather PDA Case is now available for your purchase in our website. Please visit the link below and feel free to customize your case with different colors and even emboss your name or initials

http://www.fortte.com/scr/showcategory3.php/116

Because Fortte values your patience and trust, we extend a 25% DISCOUNT offer to use on your online purchase.
Use Online coupon: NEFTT257

But something stuck out when i recieved the confirmation email after i purchased it. Don't know exactly what they're trying to say.

PRE-ORDER INFORMATION: The custom case for the Cingular 8525, HTC Hermes TyTN, JasJam Book Model Leather PDA Case is beign developed and tested at this moment. Please, note that your order will be shipped from our Distribution Center by February 28th, 2007

[INCEY]

I'm using a Motorola case, got it from the o2 store, dont know the model of the phone its intended for, but its a very sleek black leather case front & back with black elastic on each side it has a metal motorola "M" button near the base of the case. Its a perfect fit for the Orbit without any bulk, I'll have a look for the packaging I have somewhere & let you know the model no. check this case out, it a nice one. cost about £15!

[bkbroil]

I have the boxwave metal case...Has anyone been having problems with sound quality while using a metal case? (Both bluetooth headset and regular hand usage seems to be degraded while in the case)

I'm hoping that it was a one time thing but if anyone else is having problems then I may have to look for another case.

(I purchased the Krussel flip case and was not happy that I couldn't fit my credit cards in the case and I had to keep opening the case to answer calls and see messages... so I switched to this metal case so that I could see messages etc...without opening up anything.)

[kalrykh]

alluminum and radio waves don't get along :P

[bkbroil]

alluminum and radio waves don't get along :P

I'm finding that out....I see that my reception goes down once I put the phone in the case. I can deal with that, but I'm hoping that it isn't damaging the phone in any way...I may wind up shelving the metal case (and I really like it).:(

[kalrykh]

i want to order the boxwave case as well, but they don't accept paypal, and I _really_ don't like giving my credit card information to online stores.

[bkbroil]

Update -- I spent the day in NY today and I REALLY noticed that my reception would go down (from 4 bars to 3) when the phone was in the aluminum case.... BUT (and this is a BIG BUT) I dropped my phone about 4 feet to the floor and the phone bounced around (it was more of a fling than a drop:o )... if it wasn't for my aluminum case I know the phone would have broken into pieces.... so... bad reception and all.... I'm keeping the case.

[kalrykh]

I believe this has been mentioned before but I thought i'd confirm it. I grabbed one of the black alluminum cases online. while the case is great for protection, it comes open to easily and there is nothing to hold the phone in if it does. i've had the case for 2 days and it has already come open 3 times and the phone went flying. the most recent time, the phone casing cracked in the little thin part where the stylus goes and now my stylus keeps fallingout. *mutter*

[QuachMD]

I believe this has been mentioned before but I thought i'd confirm it. I grabbed one of the black alluminum cases online. while the case is great for protection, it comes open to easily and there is nothing to hold the phone in if it does. i've had the case for 2 days and it has already come open 3 times and the phone went flying. the most recent time, the phone casing cracked in the little thin part where the stylus goes and now my stylus keeps fallingout. *mutter*

I got a the book-style case from IDS, and it was also loose.

The solution? Get yourself a tube of silicone (I used aquarium silicone from the local pet store). Put a thin layer along the inside of the case and let it dry over night. It provides enough friction that the phone stays put.

[bkbroil]

In have the "Invisible shield" (http://www.shieldzone.com/)on my phone and it makes it SUPER SNUG... There is no way my phone can fall out if the case opens..

[Dick Starbuck]

I am really interested in the review of the forte case. I want a case that has a spot for my credit card and/or ID, and maybe another small pocket. I don't care about using my 8525 in the case as I will just pull it out when I need it. I'm just tired of carrying my wallet and my 8525 in my pocket. Anybody know of any cases with extra pockets besides microSD slots, and if so what do you think about them. Hell, I would even pay for a customized leather case if you know any talented leather workers.

[bkbroil]

I am really interested in the review of the forte case. I want a case that has a spot for my credit card and/or ID, and maybe another small pocket. I don't care about using my 8525 in the case as I will just pull it out when I need it. I'm just tired of carrying my wallet and my 8525 in my pocket. Anybody know of any cases with extra pockets besides microSD slots, and if so what do you think about them. Hell, I would even pay for a customized leather case if you know any talented leather workers.

I second that!

[kelkin]

In have the "Invisible shield" (http://www.shieldzone.com/)on my phone and it makes it SUPER SNUG... There is no way my phone can fall out if the case opens..

Did you get the screen shield or the full body shield? I'm considering getting the full body shield, but I'm curious... does it actually prevent scratches if you drop the phone from waist height? My 8125 has scratches on the corners from taking those drops, so I want to make sure my 8525 doesn't wind up looking similar in a few months.

[bkbroil]

I got the full body shield....and it does protect the corners... I haven't dropped it from waist height without having the aluminum case on it... but I'm almost positive that it would protect it from getting those scratches...

Besides, the shield give it a vinyl like covering which makes the phone more "grippable" ... I really think it's worth it.

Apparently there is a 20% discount if you go to http://www.shieldzone.com/rocky.html

I got this info from BensBargains.net (http://bensbargains.net/merchants/254/ShieldZone_Coupons/)

[ben_998]

New aluminium cases available at www.pdair.com
I just ordered 1 today.

Don't use any aluminium cases on your PDA phone, the case will cause your PDA phone NO signal.

[.VIBE]

Don't use any aluminium cases on your PDA phone, the case will cause your PDA phone NO signal.

I use the alu case. sure it makes the signal a bit weaker, but if i can't hear a guy, i just take it out of the case. I can't find another case that allows you to make calls and access the screen while in the case. (i broke out the screen cover).

[.VIBE]

I got the full body shield....and it does protect the corners... I haven't dropped it from waist height without having the aluminum case on it... but I'm almost positive that it would protect it from getting those scratches...

Besides, the shield give it a vinyl like covering which makes the phone more "grippable" ... I really think it's worth it.

Apparently there is a 20% discount if you go to http://www.shieldzone.com/rocky.html

I got this info from BensBargains.net (http://bensbargains.net/merchants/254/ShieldZone_Coupons/)

damn dude, you post this 2 days after I ordered my skin!

[bkbroil]

damn dude, you post this 2 days after I ordered my skin!

Sorry. :(
I always run a check through slickdeals.net , bensbargains.net and xpbargains.com before I buy anything..

[TheRealHotFix]

I was looking through Amazon.com and found the Cingular 8525 Armor by Boxwave. It comes in Silver and Black. Since it's not mentioned in this thread yet, I'll post some pics. It's the one I'm considering since their other Active case isn't yet available for the 8525.

http://www.deertshirts.com/jessew/8525Armor1.jpg http://www.deertshirts.com/jessew/8525Armor2.jpg

http://www.deertshirts.com/jessew/8525Armor6.jpg http://www.deertshirts.com/jessew/8525Armor4.jpg

You can find these on Amazon.com simply by searching on "8525 Armor"

Cheers! Jesse

ps. my FIRST post on this forum heheheeee......

I registered just to warn you all about this case.
The only thing holding the phone in is some foam padding that makes it snug. then after that all you have is a plastic latch catching on to plastic "bumps" on the side of the phone case.
Can you imagine what happens when your coat, or chair, or arm accidentally catch the latch? That's right, your precious 8525 turns in to a Frisbee, and you can only pray it doesn't fall apart when it hits the ground.
I took the screw on belt clip off as I couldn't bear the thought of dropping the phone again, so I just stuff the phone in a case in my coat pocket (don't know what I am going to do when it gets warm.

So I would strongly urge you to stay away from this good idea but poor execution case.

[kelkin]

I got the full body shield....and it does protect the corners... I haven't dropped it from waist height without having the aluminum case on it... but I'm almost positive that it would protect it from getting those scratches...

Besides, the shield give it a vinyl like covering which makes the phone more "grippable" ... I really think it's worth it.

Apparently there is a 20% discount if you go to http://www.shieldzone.com/rocky.html

I got this info from BensBargains.net (http://bensbargains.net/merchants/254/ShieldZone_Coupons/)

Awesome, thanks for the discount code.. just ordered it for $19.99. How easy is it to apply? Does it cover the buttons and keys? If so, does it interfere with their use? Is it easily washable and reuseable?
-Keith

[bkbroil]

Awesome, thanks for the discount code.. just ordered it for $19.99. How easy is it to apply? Does it cover the buttons and keys? If so, does it interfere with their use? Is it easily washable and reuseable?
-Keith

It is not that easy to apply...it takes a little bit of patience but is well worth it...I compare it to paper mache (sp??) ... apply the solution to the phone then slide the vinyl around until it fits correctly and then let it sit overnight to dry... (btw...you have to look at the individual pieces and then figure out where they fit on the phone...don't worry, it's not rocket science...but plan 30 minutes to do it right)

It does not cover the buttons....and it would be very easy to clean....but I have never had to clean it since I applied it...

[bkbroil]

I registered just to warn you all about this case.
The only thing holding the phone in is some foam padding that makes it snug. then after that all you have is a plastic latch catching on to plastic "bumps" on the side of the phone case.
Can you imagine what happens when your coat, or chair, or arm accidentally catch the latch? That's right, your precious 8525 turns in to a Frisbee, and you can only pray it doesn't fall apart when it hits the ground.
I took the screw on belt clip off as I couldn't bear the thought of dropping the phone again, so I just stuff the phone in a case in my coat pocket (don't know what I am going to do when it gets warm.

So I would strongly urge you to stay away from this good idea but poor execution case.

This is the EXACT case that I currently have....and as I mentioned before...if you have Invisible shield applied, the phone fits so snuggly that if I open my case and turn it upside down...the phone stays in..

BTW..I am currently sitting with my aluminum case open and upside down with the phone facing the ground and it is not dropping out. YMMV

I'm not saying buy the case...I'm only telling you about my experience with the case and Invisible shield applied to my phone.

[warmkiwi99]

i might be the only one but.... i quite like the standard htc tytn case that comes in the box. only problem is it doesn't fit with a big fat battery installed.

does anyone know of a similar case that is bigger or can expand? horizontal with belt clip

[BigBen]

i might be the only one but.... i quite like the standard htc tytn case that comes in the box. only problem is it doesn't fit with a big fat battery installed.

does anyone know of a similar case that is bigger or can expand? horizontal with belt clip

I had a Krusell horizontal for my HP IPAQ HX2495 (I think that was the model) which I still sometimes use with my Cing 8525. It's quite roomy, not a custom fit at all. I think it might work for you.

Now I have a Krusell for my Hermes/8525 which doesn't provide much protection. It's the one with plastic over the keyboard, which I didn't like, so I cut it out. Problem is, that's what holds the phone in the holster, so I put in some velcro on the back of the phone and inside the holster. Works OK, but I am looking for more protection now. Full body shield, maybe. If it's good enough for the Burger King, it's good enough for me! ;)

[BigBen]

I registered just to warn you all about this case.
The only thing holding the phone in is some foam padding that makes it snug. then after that all you have is a plastic latch catching on to plastic "bumps" on the side of the phone case.
Can you imagine what happens when your coat, or chair, or arm accidentally catch the latch? That's right, your precious 8525 turns in to a Frisbee, and you can only pray it doesn't fall apart when it hits the ground.
I took the screw on belt clip off as I couldn't bear the thought of dropping the phone again, so I just stuff the phone in a case in my coat pocket (don't know what I am going to do when it gets warm.

So I would strongly urge you to stay away from this good idea but poor execution case.

I modified a leather Krusell by putting Velcro on the back of my Hermes and in the case. Would that work with these Al cases?

Ben

[Oleschuldad]

Awesome, thanks for the discount code.. just ordered it for $19.99. How easy is it to apply? Does it cover the buttons and keys? If so, does it interfere with their use? Is it easily washable and reuseable?
-Keith

How did you get the discount? It keeps coming up at $24.95 for me....

[TheRealHotFix]

I modified a leather Krusell by putting Velcro on the back of my Hermes and in the case. Would that work with these Al cases?

Ben

I don't think so. The phone fits pretty snug in there now, just not snug enough to stay there w/o some sort of additional piece like BKBroil was talking about. I think a two piece velcro would be too big to fit behind the phone.
And while I appreciate that BKBroil was able to get the case to fit snug with the use of another vendor's product, I shouldn't have to use vendor B's product to get vendor A's product to function properly. :(

[QuachMD]

Boxwave put out a new bookstyle case:

http://www.boxwave.com/products/dlcase/cingular-8525-designio-leather-case_2110.htm

Looks nice, but unfortunately it has that clear covering over the keyboard....

[bkbroil]

Unfortunately, I agree with "therealhotfix" ... you shouldn't have to purchase something from one vendor to get another vendors product to work correctly.

I just happened to buy Invisible Shield before I got the aluminum case and lucked out.

[Janis]

...mosty form, other cases have plenty of function. I'm not a gusher, but these cases, considering what they are, are beautiful.

I actually have a wizard, which is a perfectly horrid object for which to design a case. I love my Spanish leather. I think it's better than some of my hyper-priced Italian shoes. No scratches, which is a miracle given how hard I am on my poor unit, and it's split leather, so it's not nearly as bulky as the other leather cases, but really high quality, so irregularities don't show up as functional vulnerabilities.

I have really looked (and bought) hard, and despite my loss of use of the keyboard while it's in the case, this is by far my favorite.

I don't use the supplied clip:eek: , I use the Rivet clip et al. The adhesive they use is amazing, sticks, but no damage to the leather when I took it off!

http://www.pielframa.com/menu_htc_tytn.htm

http://www.rivetnow.com/

[Tenor]

Hey Everyone,

First post here. This what I have:

http://www.thepocketsolution.com/PSI-15678.html

It's pretty nice.

[JasenR]

http://cgi.ebay.com/Clear-Shield-Protector-Case-for-HTC-TyTN-Cingular-8525_W0QQitemZ170094282182QQcategoryZ15036QQcmdZVi ewItem

Looks the same as the Boxwave active case, (see sellers other auctions for a couple of different colors).

I ordered one, when it arrives I'll let you know how the quality is.

[adch]

that's good let us know the quality..tempting to get one

[bkbroil]

http://cgi.ebay.com/Clear-Shield-Protector-Case-for-HTC-TyTN-Cingular-8525_W0QQitemZ170094282182QQcategoryZ15036QQcmdZVi ewItem

Looks the same as the Boxwave active case, (see sellers other auctions for a couple of different colors).

I ordered one, when it arrives I'll let you know how the quality is.

Definetly let us know.....I'm tempted also.. but I want to hear about your experiences with this case.

[KamaL]

Very nice concept... Would really like to know how is the quality of this clear case.

Looking forward for your first impressions :)

[dereknas]

Definetly let us know.....I'm tempted also.. but I want to hear about your experiences with this case.

Does boxwave hv the crystal case for 838pro? All I see is the model for 810. Can it be used for 838pro also?

[Yostin]

Hello everyone. Great forum here.

Has anyone tried a case from www.covertec.com?

There is a model for the TYTN here: http://www.covertecstore.com/en/t-smart/rm-HTCTYTN/smart-htc-tytn.html

A colleague has one for a Nokia and it is of high quality. I'm considering buying and wondered if anyone had this one.

Cheers.

[bkbroil]

I have a similar Krussel case and I switched over to the Boxwave aluminum case...and I'll tell you what.....I don't think I can ever go back to a flip case...Whenver I get a notification (email, phonecall etc....) I just look at the phone and see what I need...

With the flip style case, I was constantly pulling it off my belt and I had to unfasten the cover...turn on the phone... It's not a big deal, but considering that the aluminum case allows me to just look at the phone with no other motions...it became a hassle to use a flip style case.

and....since flashing WM6 and Radio 1.38 my signal has been at 3 bars or more..

[RemE]

It's been mentioned before, beware of the Pocket Solutions "Signature" case for the 8525/Hermes. Someone else mentioned that the phone can swivel easily, flap opens, and there goes your phone clattering across the concrete in my case. I have since applied a thin coat of silicone rubber adhesive on the inside of the case, back AND sides, let it cure a few days and now the phone can not accidently eject as it is difficult to slide it out now.

However this defeats the purpose as one needs to slide the phone out to use the keyboard. So it's Thumbs down on this pretty, but expensive and dangerous POS.

Edit, I did write to Pocket Solutions about this case, they promptly responded and told me that they have re-designed/re-located the swivel and improved the case. A new one is on it's way to me. I'm cautiously hopefull.

[ktwildchild]

I am always looking for the better case but I have a problem with all of these vendors saying that the Cingular 8525 and the HTC TyTN are the same. Yes, I know that for the most part they are but when you get to the frontal cosmetics, they are different enough that they don't quite have the same button access with a case around them.

Does anyone make plastic case covers that are SPECIFICALLY for the HTC TyTN?

[fishfood35]

Anyone try these:

http://meritline.com/search.html?ipKeyword=cingular+8525&N=1&sBy=&imageField.x=0&imageField.y=0

Dirt Cheap!!

[JasenR]

Anyone try these:

http://meritline.com/search.html?ipKeyword=cingular+8525&N=1&sBy=&imageField.x=0&imageField.y=0

Dirt Cheap!!

Looks like the same one I ordered from ebay only less expensive and free shipping:rolleyes:

It hasn't arrived yet, just received the "shipped" notification.

[dbaser]

I am another Treo 650 leather case user. It fits my 8525 tight at first but it loosens up in a couple of days. Solid belt clip and the phone doesn't 'swim' around.

[Tenor]

Anyone try these:

http://meritline.com/search.html?ipKeyword=cingular+8525&N=1&sBy=&imageField.x=0&imageField.y=0

Dirt Cheap!!

I just ordered some after seeing this post. Thanks.

[JasenR]

Boxwave now has the 8525 active case available for order! :)

Guess I'll wait until my cheap imitation gets here and see how the quality is.

[fishfood35]

I just ordered some after seeing this post. Thanks.

Great! Let us know how they are.

[bkbroil]

Boxwave now has the 8525 active case available for order! :)

The Active Cases (http://www.boxwave.com/products/activecase/active-case-cingular-8525_2110.htm) look real nice.... I'm thinking of ordering one today.


After further review.....this doesn't cover the screen.....it's really no better than the Invisible Shield that I have on my 8525 now.... I guess I'm sticking with my armor case.

[Newb-Tech-Realtor]

The Active Cases (http://www.boxwave.com/products/activecase/active-case-cingular-8525_2110.htm) look real nice.... I'm thinking of ordering one today.


After further review.....this doesn't cover the screen.....it's really no better than the Invisible Shield that I have on my 8525 now.... I guess I'm sticking with my armor case.

Ordering mine tonight.

Looks cool.

Jim

[bkbroil]

Excellent....I can't wait to hear your thoughts on this case!

[jmat]

Does anyone know how the Boxwave Active Case actually holds onto the phone? There are some silicon cases out there (man, I miss mine from the Treo days) that sort of just holds on without really gripping the phone -- it comes off very easily.

I'm just curious how the Active Case grips the phone and doesn't come off --- since HTC didn't seem to think it was necessary to put notches in the TyTN/Hermes for cases to latch onto.

I'm hoping they're not using adhesive or something like that -- as I'd love to be able to switch out between this case and my Armor Case (which I've dropped 4-5 times with my phone in it... it's all dented and scratched, with no physical damage to my phone).

[JasenR]

Does anyone know how the Boxwave Active Case actually holds onto the phone? There are some silicon cases out there (man, I miss mine from the Treo days) that sort of just holds on without really gripping the phone -- it comes off very easily.

I'm just curious how the Active Case grips the phone and doesn't come off --- since HTC didn't seem to think it was necessary to put notches in the TyTN/Hermes for cases to latch onto.

I'm hoping they're not using adhesive or something like that -- as I'd love to be able to switch out between this case and my Armor Case (which I've dropped 4-5 times with my phone in it... it's all dented and scratched, with no physical damage to my phone).

Well, if it's like others (not Boxwave) I have used for cell phones it just snaps on around the edges, no adhesive is used and the case is easily removed. What I liked about them is that if the worst does happen the case takes the damage or breaks away and thereby absorbs the energy of the impact. I once dropped a phone about 15 feet onto concrete and the case shattered but the phone didn't even have a scratch! I went straight to the store and got a replacement. Best $3 I ever spent! :D

Still waiting on my ebay purchase mentioned earlier in the thread, so they get a F for delivery time! However if the quality is as good as I'm hoping for it will be worth the wait, if not I will order the Boxwave.

[kingtut19]

Ive had the Clip Holster from Seidonline.com for 2 days now, and I absolutely love it. its a little pricer than some of the other holsters Ive seen on ebay, but it looks clean, feels great, and the screen faces inwards which protects it.

http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=589

[bkbroil]

Ive had the Clip Holster from Seidonline.com for 2 days now, and I absolutely love it. its a little pricer than some of the other holsters Ive seen on ebay, but it looks clean, feels great, and the screen faces inwards which protects it.

http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=589

I have two questions for you (because I have been seriously looking at this holster):

1. "Note: This holster is ONLY for UN-Skinned Cingular 8525!"
Does this mean it won't work with my Invisible Shield? (I can't imagine that the Invisible Shield would create any problems)

2. Do you have the ability to turn the phone sideways and it will stay (ratcheting swivel)?


Thank you for your time with this.

[cdyat]

Been watching this thread since it started and tried out a couple of the cases suggested but I have always come back to using the original. The clips tight and the hard front and back make it feel really sfae (I can be quite clumsy) and there are no issues with using the pda holder in the car. Once I felt re-assured about the lack of impact of the magnets in the case I am a happy man. Wish I had saved my money

[Pawel062]

i ordered the case from daydeal for the 8525. its beautiful ill be writing a review soon just need to get my cam and some time. please be patient. for those with the 8525 and cant wait for the review, get on ebay and ordere it. its the best case i tried so far!

[bkbroil]

i ordered the case from daydeal for the 8525. its beautiful ill be writing a review soon just need to get my cam and some time. please be patient. for those with the 8525 and cant wait for the review, get on ebay and ordere it. its the best case i tried so far!

Can you provide a link so that we can see the case?

[Pawel062]

http://cgi.ebay.com/Clear-Shield-Protector-Case-for-HTC-TyTN-Cingular-8525_W0QQitemZ170097014229QQihZ007QQcategoryZ15036 QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[Pawel062]

Review:
Thickness:5/5
right thickness for protection and overall feel of not adding too much bulk
Coverage:5/5
great coverage while still allowing easy access to buttons.
Button holes:5/5
Access to everything and with a little time you'll get used to it and you will love the thought put into the cut outs. 1 cutout for scroll wheel, ok button, and ptt button making scroll wheel as easy to use as without case and buttons the same. Another cutout for memory card slot made big so its easy to take out memory card. Another on bottom of phone for ir port, battery lock, soft reset, phone mike, and usb, 1 cutout for stylus make it still very easy to take out stylus. 1 cutout for camera button.1 cutout for power and comm manager. 1 cutout for buttons, 1 for screen, 1 for top buttons/leds/speaker. big cutout for big speaker on back, camera, mirror, macro mode switch, and flash. all cutout give easy access to everything and are well thought out.
Looks:
Looks great. Looks just like pics on ebay. Completely clear so it'll show of your phone's great looks.
Shipping:5/5
Ordered Thursday. Shipped Fridays. Got here Tuesday. Went from CA to NJ.
Cost:5/5
$11. very good price for such a great case.
Materials:5/5
Not very hard but not soft. doesnt seem like it would snap in half
FINAL OPINION: 5/5
Other/Description: great case definatly recommend to any 8525 owner. this case is made for the 8525/hermes 200 layout and has cutout for the front facing cam but i dont know how it would be with the video call button as that is covered but i dont have video call button to see. case is 2 pieces and allows keyboard access. doesnt cover keyboard but no hard case does. the tabs that keep it in place are great! I dont feel any difference in slide and they dotn overlap but keep the case on. This case stays on unlike the silicone cases that easily come off. comes with a clear clip to match and the round piece that is screwed to phone that you put the clip onto is also removable.doesnt seem cheep at all. I think it will last a long time. overall very satisfied with the case especially for the price. best case i tried and ever seen available for my phone. it protects, keeps my phones good looks, and is everythig i was looking for in a case and for a great price too.
Note: my cam does not have macro mode so pictures dont come out how they should but i can post them if u like

[JasenR]

i ordered the case from daydeal for the 8525. its beautiful ill be writing a review soon just need to get my cam and some time. please be patient. for those with the 8525 and cant wait for the review, get on ebay and ordere it. its the best case i tried so far!

Thanks for the review, now I won't have to do one when mine gets here.

For me there was a 4-5 day gap between payment and when they sent the "shipped" email. Should be here any time now though :)

[KamaL]

Thx Pawel062 for the review :)

Pictures would be welcome regardless the quality.

Is the layout fine for the TYTN?? it has different button positioning, so I wonder if it's suitable for it.

[bkbroil]

Thanks Pawel062......for $11 ... I need to try it!

Edit: I just purchased one for $9.49 .... you can't beat that!

[JasenR]

Thanks Pawel062......for $11 ... I need to try it!

Edit: I just purchased one for $9.49 .... you can't beat that!

bkbroil,

As stated I haven't received mine yet, but I think you might have trouble installing it over the Invisible Shield. Let me know how that works out. I used the Invisible Shield, but really hated the tacky feeling of it (just me). However if the clear case will install over it that would be great since you have double protection with not much added bulk and no tacky feeling!!

[jmat]

Still waiting on my ebay purchase mentioned earlier in the thread, so they get a F for delivery time! However if the quality is as good as I'm hoping for it will be worth the wait, if not I will order the Boxwave.

My Boxwave Active Case will be here today or tomorrow... with my luck it will show up before my new TyTN (I destroyed my JasJAM.. :eek:).

I'll post some pictures and details on it once I get a chance.

[jmat]

My Boxwave Active Case will be here today or tomorrow... with my luck it will show up before my new TyTN (I destroyed my JasJAM.. :eek:).

How about that. It showed up today.

From my first few minutes with the clear Active Case from BoxWave, I'm impressed. The phone actually does lock down into the case quite nicely, and i haven't been able to knock it loose yet. If I use this case regularly, I'd probably get some double-sided clear tape and stick it on the back of my battery cover so it would grip better, just in case. I'm sure dropping the phone on a hard surface would make it come out of the case -- but at least the cover would take the initial impact.

None of the 'bumps' on the phone stick out past the case -- including the earpiece. All corners are fully covered.

It uses very thin little tabs to hold onto the case, while not interfering with opening the keyboard. I suspect that if you dropped it on a hard enough surface from high enough, those tabs will probably break off... but at least your phone wouldn't have absorbed the hit.

There's one glaring problem with the Boxwave case: they used the same template for both the HERM100 and the HERM200. And they obviously did the design on the Cingular 8525, because it doesn't have a cut-out for the video conferencing button -- but strangely enough, there is a cutout for the front video camera...

So if you have the Cingular 8525, JasJAM (HERM100) style phone, and you don't mind not having a video conferencing button, this case would be great.

But if you have a TyTN or HERM200 style.. well.. your buttons are going to be partially covered up.

I checked with Boxwave a few minutes ago, and this is the only style for the Hermes.

As soon as I can find my camera, I'll take some pictures. It really is a nice case, and it fits great on my (dead) JasJAM -- but I can already tell it won't fit the TyTN and it's "expanded" front button panel.

I suppose a dremel tool and some patience can fix that, though.

Edit #1: Boxwave just removed the Active Case from the HTC TyTN accessories page. I guess they noticed their screw up. :) I probably won't send this back just yet - I need to see how badly it covers the buttons up on my replacement TyTN and if a quick dremel job will fix it.

Edit #2: Don't try this at home.. since my JasJAM is already toast, I decided to see how well this case would do in a drop test :D. I dropped it (free fall, no force behind it) onto a smooth ceramic tile/concrete floor from 4 feet, 5 feet, and 6 feet. The case only popped off from 6 feet. I tried this multiple times from multiple heights. The case did not scratch or chip. I bet it would scratch up on concrete. When the phone fell out at 6 feet, it didn't receive any damage -- the phone bounced twice in the case, and popped out of the bottom half of the case on the third bounce (I tried this 3 times). The top half of the case never came off. I dropped the phone without the battery in it (because I don't want to destroy a good battery), but the added weight shouldn't make too big of a difference. I definitely recommend using some sort of double-sided adhesive on the back if you plan on keeping the phone in the case. And there's no reason not to -- it doesn't add bulk to the phone, it's smooth so it won't get stuck in your pocket like the rubber ones do.. and you can get to all of the ports and buttons (other than VC).

Edit #3: I tried to see how much force it would take to pull the top case off -- it wouldn't be easy. I stopped tugging after the keyboard had pulled away from the base of the phone by about 1/8" because I was afraid I'd rip the keyboard off. The bottom half is about the same -- you have to purposefully pull the tabs loose to make it come out of this case.

[mikegoldnj]

Got my Boxwave Active Case tonight..

Very nice product. I had a knock off of this type of case for my old Nokia E61 and it cracked after two days. The Boxwave seems to be much sturdier, thicker acrylic.

I had the Invisible Shield on my 8525 but the Active case seemed to be a bit too snug with it. I removed the Invisible Shield (except for the screen) and the fit is perfect!

[JasenR]

jmat,

Now that's a review! :D Thanks for the info.

[Tenor]

Thanks Pawel062......for $11 ... I need to try it!

Edit: I just purchased one for $9.49 .... you can't beat that!

This case is at meritline for $4.99 w/free shipping!

I purchased two and just received them today. The smoke color case is awesome! It matches the color of the device.

Here's the link:

http://www.meritline.com/trans-smoke-cover-for-htc-8525.html

[jmat]

jmat,

Now that's a review! :D Thanks for the info.

No problem. :-D

It really is a great case -- I tried it today with my InvisibleShield on the phone, and it sticks in the case very nicely. It's actually rather difficult to get the phone out of the case. I'm so disappointed that it doesn't fit the TyTN's button panel right.. :-(

Boxwave sent me an email saying they are going to release a TyTN 'cutout' piece soon.. and they said Dremelling the plastic probably won't work, because it will burn or melt the plastic. :(

[justsignbythex]

I currently use the leather belt-clip case I used for my Treo 650. The Treo actually widened it so the Hermes/8525 doesn't fit as snug, but it's still great.

By the way, this is the older Treo 650 horizontal leather case with a button closure.

[hfam95]

No problem. :-D

It really is a great case -- I tried it today with my InvisibleShield on the phone, and it sticks in the case very nicely. It's actually rather difficult to get the phone out of the case. I'm so disappointed that it doesn't fit the TyTN's button panel right.. :-(

Boxwave sent me an email saying they are going to release a TyTN 'cutout' piece soon.. and they said Dremelling the plastic probably won't work, because it will burn or melt the plastic. :(

Isn't that what you want. Using a dremel at slow speeds should grind a hole away. I saw trace a hole out for the button (with adequte buffer zones) and slow-speed dremel it out.

[JasenR]

Received my case from DayDeal (ebay) today and am happy with it. Judging from the pictures I am pretty sure it is the same as the case at meritline for $4.99 w/free shipping which makes meritline the better deal. I don't have the boxwave case to compare it with, but this case is exactly what I was looking for, and since I can get 5 of these for the price of a Boxwave...

Nice case, stays on very well, no interference with slide, minimum bulk for the protection provided, and it looks good to! :)

[suitengu]

Hello

I don't manage to find a crystal case for the "htc tytn" and not for the orange m3100 or cingular 8525.
In fact the pad is different :
-crystal+cingular 8525:
http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/5/9/4/3/0/webimg/40534638_o.jpg
-HTC tytn:
http://www.3g.co.uk/PR/August2006/HTCTyTNSide.jpg

Does a crytal case for htc tytn exist?

Sorry for my bad english but i am french.

Thanks

[.VIBE]

Hello

I don't manage to find a crystal case for the "htc tytn" and not for the orange m3100 or cingular 8525.
In fact the pad is different :
-crystal+cingular 8525:

Does a crytal case for htc tytn exist?

Sorry for my bad english but i am french.

Thanks

apparently not yet. I'm also waiting for a TyTn release before I buy one.


apparemment pas encore. J'attends également un dégagement de TyTn avant que j'achète un

[jmat]

Boxwave did have an active case (crystal case) listed for the TyTN, but it obviously didn't fit (it was molded for the 8525). The thing is, I bought an Armor Case (aluminum case) from them a few months ago, listed under the TyTN, and it has the correct sized holes. I then switched over to a JASJAM (which is shaped like the 8525), and it fit fine there, as well.

Before the 8525 came out, it was much easier to find accessories that fit. It seems most of the case makers know the TyTN, 8525, JasJAM, etc, are the same phone -- but that the button panel is shaped differently.

(Personally, I blame HTC for releasing the same phone with different button layouts, but.. eh.. whatever).

I will admit that after using the JasJAM for 6 months with the HERM100 layout, that it's easier to use in low light situations. The TyTN (HERM200) is harder to 'feel' where the buttons begin and end.

[jmat]

Received my case from DayDeal (ebay) today and am happy with it. Judging from the pictures I am pretty sure it is the same as the case at meritline for $4.99 w/free shipping which makes meritline the better deal. I don't have the boxwave case to compare it with, but this case is exactly what I was looking for, and since I can get 5 of these for the price of a Boxwave

Is it specifically for the 8525 (oval button panel) or is the entire panel below the screen open? Does it cover the screen (I want one that doesn't -- I hate the Armor case because I have to open it up to do anything).

[JasenR]

Is it specifically for the 8525 (oval button panel) or is the entire panel below the screen open? Does it cover the screen (I want one that doesn't -- I hate the Armor case because I have to open it up to do anything).

Fits the 8525 perfectly with the correct cutout for the oval button panel. Has access to all buttons etc, and does not cover the screen so you don't have to open anything to use the phone. It has a little cutout for a front cam, but I don't consider that as an issue.

[.VIBE]

hehe, I just took out the plastic screen cover of armor case. worked fine.

but the signal issue of the armor case really gets to me. please guys, as soon as you see a crystal case that fits the Herm200, give a shout!

[arcivanov]

Funny thing. I also want a plastic case for 200 but WITH the plastic window over my screen. LCD is the most fragile part of the whole phone, it's susceptible to punctures and if you scratch it you can't just by a new one for $10 - $20 and snap a new back on...

[EkS]

This case is at meritline for $4.99 w/free shipping!

I purchased two and just received them today. The smoke color case is awesome! It matches the color of the device.

Here's the link:

http://www.meritline.com/trans-smoke-cover-for-htc-8525.html

A few people are talking about this case, but not mentioned, or at least I have not seen. Does it come with a belt clip that I can have at different positions?

[JasenR]

A few people are talking about this case, but not mentioned, or at least I have not seen. Does it come with a belt clip that I can have at different positions?

Yes, it does come with a belt clip. I haven't installed mine, and I'm not sure what you mean by "at different positions", but it appears the same as all the other removable belt clips.