Case Recommendations

[gavinlew]

Hi,

What case do people recommend to keep their Orbit safe? I'm stuck between the Krussell (which I have protected phones with before) , a silicon case (ebay item number 160068404562) or PDA Leather Flip Case (ebay 160068463414).

I'm tempted for the silicon as you still have easy access to the screen , but welcome any other ideas.

[grun]

I'm tempted for the silicon as you still have easy access to the screen , but welcome any other ideas.
Before reading your question, I was not aware of the existance of a silicon case for this model. Now I've looked it up at Ebay and am also interested. A couple of months ago I bought a silicon case for my mp3 player (different brand though, ZCover) and am very pleased with it. So far however, the seller seems only to ship within the UK. I have just asked him by email if he is able to ship abroad, no answer yet.

Update: he does sell abroad. Apparently he has more than one item on Ebay, all about this case but with different shipping methods. Anyway, I just ordered a black silicon case, due to arrive later this week. I will let you know.

[MGTF]

hi

i have the PDAIR flip case and am very pleased with it. i prefer it to a silicon type as it gives the screen more protection.

[grun]

I agree that a flip case does give more protection, especially to the screen, but isn't it annoying when actually making a call? I presume you don't take the phone out of the case before calling. To me it looks rather silly. NOFI.

[JC#79]

Have a look for the aluminium (on ebay, under artemis/p3300) case for the artemis as I have just ordered one and hope it is a good fit for the orbit? :cool:

[JamieC]

Not massively protective but the slipcase supplied with the 8oGB ipod is a perfect fit. I'm using it just now to avoid scratches until i find a good screen protector and silicon case.

[mungosdad]

Have a look for the aluminium (on ebay, under artemis/p3300) case for the artemis as I have just ordered one and hope it is a good fit for the orbit? :cool:

has your aluminiun case arrived, How much extra bulk does it add, as I'm thinking of getting one. I already have a black silicone case which is very good, and a very tight snug fit, but no protection for the screen. If the aluminium one is not to big, then I would sell my silicone case.

[JC#79]

Yes my aluminium case came through the same day as my last post and it does not add much bulk to the device. The only issue I have had with it is the stylus is covered slightly so to remove it you have to open the case and slide the phone up slightly. Apart from that great case would recommend highly to all those in need of a case. My case came in a Pdair box so I assume it is made by them?

[evaluator]

I also have the leather PDAIR flip case and my only criticism is that it extends a little to much toward the sides of the base of the screen so that I must angle the stylus a bit at the edges.

[grun]

I already have a black silicone case which is very good, and a very tight snug fit, but no protection for the screen. If the aluminium one is not to big, then I would sell my silicone case.
I just had a look at the aluminium cases sold on Ebay but they don't seem to have protection for the screen as well? How is that different then?

Just like you, I ordered a silicon case last week and it arrived a couple of days later. I'm pleased with it, pretty tight fit, better grip, no chance anymore of scratching the camera lens when the phone is on it's back, and all the required openings are exactly on the right spot. Indeed, the only thing left is the absence of protection for the screen, but I don't carry the phone in a pocket together with keys or coins.

[JC#79]

The aluminium case has a plastic screen in it to protect the orbit. You have to open the front cover to use the touch screen.

All of which is not a problem as I would advise anyone with a phone of this quality to purchase a screen protector ASAP.

I didn't use my orbit till my protector came through the post. :cool:

[richiev4]

Hi All

I spoke to the lady in the O2 shop in Swindon about cases, she said that O2 will be releasing some Orbit specific ones in the next couple of weeks.

I have my fingers crossed.

Rich

[wodeh]

I didn't use my orbit till my protector came through the post. :cool:

The slightly scratched, fingerprint smeared and dusty state of my just-over-a-week-old Orbit screen would probably give you a heart attack then! Screen protectors don't come cheap, £10 for little sheets of sticky plastic... selotape is under £1 a roll! I'll just use some of that!

[leyton01]

Has anyone on their internet travels come across a vertical leather pouch/holster for the Artemis that has a belt clip?

Something like this:
http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=21740

Just want something that can be attached to a belt and the Artemis slid into and out of - not for use in the actual case.

Must be vertical and minimal size (ie designed for the Artemis and no larger).

[Moleshome]

Krusell Vertica with Multidapt® - S-Wide (http://www.krusell.se/productUni.php?productID=2382&category=53)

[wodeh]

Selotape aside I'll almost certainly be going for http://www.pielframa.net/pielframa_productos.asp?id=1685 (mentioned on the other case thread) if I ever bother getting a case... can't beat something made-to-measure!

[srmz]

Just got myself a Piel Farama in black for my Jasjam. Looks very good and high quality but certainly requires getting a bit used to as each time you have to open the flap and fold it all the way back to get a hold of the device to take or make a call.

regards

[leyton01]

Thanks Moleshome - that is exactly what I am looking for except my only concern (as with all "multi" cases) is that it will not fit it nicely and/or be the smallest possible case for the dimensions of the p3300. I can't think it fits all of the listed "compatible" models perfectly and I don't know if the Artemis would be in that category.

Anyone bought this particular case? Experiences?

[strongp]

Got my Piel Frama case today - it fits the Orbit well despite being designed for the P3300 (sharper corners).

Overall a beautifully crafted case which I will probably return as it won't let me store a credit card in the flap. My last case for the XDA Mini was a Krusell - hope they bring out an Orbit sepcific case soon....

[wodeh]

Overall a beautifully crafted case which I will probably return as it won't let me store a credit card in the flap. My last case for the XDA Mini was a Krusell - hope they bring out an Orbit sepcific case soon....

No good for spontanous gprs internet shopping on the go then?

I dropped an email to see if I could get one for review, fingers crossed otherwise I'll have to fork over some mulah or see what my birthday holds. (I've been a games/tech journalist for a while, which is nice)

Would be interesting to get a comparison of the Krusell and Piel cases, and maybe something a bit more on the minimalistic size. I'll see what I can do, but neither are contacts I've dealt with before.

[parf]

If someone has got a silicone case like the ones on ebay can you tell me how thick the silicone is. I like the idea of a silicone case but they look quite thick and I dont want to add to the thickness of the phone.

[Insane Devil]

hi parf!

the silicone cases are just great! they aint too think! and they aint too thin, that they will tear away! they are just perfect, and real nice with smooth texture. Be sure u choose one which is coated with the Anti-Dust thing!

[benih007]

I agree. The black silicon case is very nice. Fits perfectly on the orbit.

As this is a sat nav unit i'm going to be holding it whilst walking around (MemoryMap) so it's an essential accessory.

delivery took 8 days from hong kong.

[MADJID]

I agree. The black silicon case is very nice. Fits perfectly on the orbit.

As this is a sat nav unit i'm going to be holding it whilst walking around (MemoryMap) so it's an essential accessory.

delivery took 8 days from hong kong.


the silicone are in the UK and you will receive it in 2 days 99% of the time as its sent with first class recorded delivery see here.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&viewitem=&item=150085389592&rd=1&rd=1
and beleive me they good