LG G3 OEM Slim Guard Case - My Review

[DelBoy]

Is this the same case?
It does not have a hole so I am asking. It says Slim guard CCH-320G on the package
http://www.amazon.de/LG-Guard-Induk...d=1416417527&sr=8-1&keywords=lg+g3+slim+guard

To answer myself. Yes, it is the official LG slim guard case. And it is even chepaer then Ebay.
Ordered it.

 

[TD22057]

I ordered one from expansys Nov 1 - the web site said ships in 5 days. The order email said "waiting on stock - estimate 17 days". Doesn't seem very promising...

My expansys order arrived a couple of days ago. I have to admit I'm a little disappointed in the case. The texture of the back is fantastic but the sides are still pretty slick which means it feels like it can slide out of my hand fairly easily. The lip on the front is very small as well - my tempered glass screen saver basically sits flush with the front of the case now. I really want to like this case - but it's just not quite what I'm looking for. If the sides were a little grippier and the front lip a little larger, it might be perfect. But as it is, I don't think it's really that much better than the other $10 plastic snap in cases.

 

[j76ms]

I totally agree with your quick review of the case. The sides need much more grip. I think the design is as good as I have seen...just a couple flaws to be fixed and it would almost be perfect.

 

[TD22057]

I totally agree with your quick review of the case. The sides need much more grip. I think the design is as good as I have seen...just a couple flaws to be fixed and it would almost be perfect.

Agreed. I switched back to my Spigen plastic case because of the grip issue.

 

[cosmichippo]

Is there still no source for the shine gold version as in the original post?

I have been hoping for a US version of the LG G3 official Slim Guard with QI charging case to match the Shine Gold finish since this review 1st appeared. Obviously, I've had no luck.

At this point, I'll settle for the Korean version and add a US standard QI sticker to it. I'd much prefer a US or European back without the antenna hole but will settle for anything in the correct color.

Does anyone have any suggestions on where to get one or has anyone found an alternative BACK REPLACEMENT with the bumpers that looks good with the Shine Gold finish ? I want to retain the slim feel and appearance but add the protection.

Any suggestions for a premium tempered glass screen protector that works with the case and doesn't affect function would be appreciated too.

Thanks in advance for any help.

Mike

 

[tony_b1]

Diztronic are some of the best slim cases around...i have one on my g3 and couldn't be happier
http://www.tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=46_103

 

[DelBoy]

Diztronic are some of the best slim cases around...i have one on my g3 and couldn't be happier
http://www.tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=46_103

But still nothing can compare with how slim this Slim Guard is.

 

[tony_b1]

But still nothing can compare with how slim this Slim Guard is.

The slim guard case is not that much thinner and cost $30 more from what i've seen ..diztronic case fits the phone nice and slim and gives you good grip on it, plus it's only $10 you can't beat it just my two cents lol

 

[DelBoy]

The slim guard case is not that much thinner and cost $30 more from what i've seen ..diztronic case fits the phone nice and slim and gives you good grip on it, plus it's only $10 you can't beat it just my two cents lol

Not much thinner but it is thinner
To me that is enough to use it because a like really minimum.

But I agree. Who does not want to spend that much, that Diztronic is good to go, or some other like that one.

And in Europe Slim Guard is cheaper. I paid $30 for it.

 

[cosmichippo]

Source for European Slim Guard Cases in the Shine Gold finish?

Not much thinner but it is thinner
To me that is enough to use it because a like really minimum.

But I agree. Who does not want to spend that much, that Diztronic is good to go, or some other like that one.

And in Europe Slim Guard is cheaper. I paid $30 for it.

Can anyone suggest a source for the Slim Guard case in Shine Gold from Europe.

Could still use suggestions for a premium tempered glass screen protector too as you'll read below.

Thanks for the responses and Diztronic suggestion.

Quite ironically, I dropped my G3 a couple of hours ago flat on it's face and shattered the glass. I guess now I can get a different color that the Slim Guard is available in.

Thanks folks
m

 

[DelBoy]

Can anyone suggest a source for the Slim Guard case in Shine Gold from Europe.

Could still use suggestions for a premium tempered glass screen protector too as you'll read below.

Thanks for the responses and Diztronic suggestion.

Quite ironically, I dropped my G3 a couple of hours ago flat on it's face and shattered the glass. I guess now I can get a different color that the Slim Guard is available in.

Thanks folks
m

Only saw in white and titan (black). Havent seen a gold one.

 

[cosmichippo]

Evidently quit making them after 1st batch

Only saw in white and titan (black). Havent seen a gold one.

Yeah, they made them at 1st, see original post in this thread, but they have been impossible to find since. That's been my issue. Been looking ever since I saw this review but haven't been able to find one.

Just dropped the phone today and shattered the screen, one day after my post but months since I started looking for one. Just my luck.

Now I'm really screwed since I can't get into the phone to get my pics and quick memos off. The computer recognizes the phone but won't let me in until I unlock the device which I can't do since the touch screen doesn't respond.

I'm gonna post in the help section too but does anyone know a way to brute force into the device with a computer but without being able to unlock the screen?

Definitely getting white instead of gold so I can't get a decent case as soon as I get the new one.

Are there any cases to stay away from that interfere with wireless charging? I'll probably get the European Slim Guard with QI charging but just asking about others to avoid just in case.

Thx again folks,
m

 

[DelBoy]

Received today this case. I must say this is the best case I ever had. It is really awesome. So minimal, just awesome.

 

[mzatkoff]

mytrendyphone

I ordered this case from mytrendyphone.com. I read the other thread about that website on XDA and their reviews at trustpilot.com and it seemed like a pretty legit company. After waiting 2 weeks, my package finally arrived. It was the wrong product. Not even close, it was a screen protector for a different phone. Still no Slim Guard case for me... :crying: I'm pretty sure it was imported, and if so I was lied to during a live chat with mytrendyphone. Their website is constantly lagging and returning bad gateway errors. Customer service is supposed to be open mon-fri but it has been down all day, both live chat and by phone.

I hope the returns process isn't as difficult as the purchasing process was. I doubt this is a scam website, but I figured it would be kind of me to warn you all about my experience given that they are one of the only places to purchase this case with a supposed USA delivery option.

If anyone else can help me find one in the U.S. please let me know!

 

[Habaddon]

I just receive mine, I try it and don't like it. If somebody interested, 40€+shipping (anywhere you want, from Belgium). It is the black international version.

 

[DelBoy]

I just receive mine, I try it and don't like it. If somebody interested, 40€+shipping (anywhere you want, from Belgium). It is the black international version.

It is 22€ from Amazon.de.

 

[Habaddon]

It is 22€ from Amazon.de.

Yes, I know, I buy it there, but I was trying to get a little extra ><

 

[DelBoy]

Yes, I know, I buy it there, but I was trying to get a little extra ><

Not cool to earn extra here. Especially on used one.

To all.
Here is the link from Amazon.
http://www.amazon.de/LG-Guard-Induk...8210240&sr=8-1&keywords=slim+guard+case+lg+g3

 

[Habaddon]

It's cheaper on amazon.fr when you add shipping, for Belgium anyway

 

[Bxrider117]

I just got a white one today in the mail. I ordered it from Expansys. I placed the order on 11/17 and it just arrived today. So it took about a month. I like it so far, or maybe because I waited so long I want to like it. It is the official one with no antenna cut out. The wireless charging works great. It may not offer much protection wise, but I was rocking my phone with a slim protector before this one.

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