Official Bumper

cobyman7035

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So what do you guys think? Has anyone seen one yet? I know its a bit pricey, but i really liked the bumper on the N4 and think google/lg nailed it. I am considering buying this one, but the black is not available. Does anyone know if it just sold out really quickly or if only the gray was available at launch?

https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_5_bumper_case_black&hl=en
why are the called bumpers when it fully covers the whole backing? i dont' need the back covered, just the sides!:crying:
 

dowlinr

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Shows £24.99 and "coming soon" in the UK. FFS Google why can't you get the accessories to us in good time. The UK didn't even get the wireless charge dock in the end.

Can someone confirm this is actually available to buy in the US?
 

spicydicy

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I wasnt a huge fan of the oem bumper for the n4, only due to the fact that it left part of the metal ring visible on the top and bottom of the front of the phone. It didn't quite look like it fit correctly.

I did however love the poetic bumper, it fit perfectly, it was a bit thinner, and matched the phone almost as if there was no case at all.

Amazon already has the poetic up for pre order and shipping date of November 19 I believe. I've got one on order, and will post pictures when it arrives.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FN...tic nexus 5&qid=1383249675&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1

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jbdan

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I really like the look of the official cases especially with the nexus logo intact. I'm part of the minority and like the thinnest case possible like the rearth slim or spigen ultra fit. This official case looks like a nice compromise between the "super thin barely any protection" cases and the thicker "add too much bulk more protective" cases. Definitely pricey though.

I've had the spigen neo and was very disappointed. El cheapo imo. Rearth Ringke has been my favorite cases so far

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Tony_YYZ

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It would have been great to get an actual bumper case like the Nexus 4 had but I think I'll still get the official "bumper" for the Nexus 5. I'm a sucker for OEM fit and finish as well as I like how it still displays the NEXUS logo on the back.

The price is ridiculous though. I hope the carriers offer it in store when they launch the phone so I don't have to get ripped off with shipping as well.
 

dr3amsINdigital

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why are the called bumpers when it fully covers the whole backing? i dont' need the back covered, just the sides!:crying:
I think it's difficult to make a true bumper for the Nexus 5 because the back is curved. Nexus 4, iPhone... Those are phones with flat backs. Regardless, I think the case looks nice, but is a bit pricy.


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the official "bumper" case is expensive. but i'm guessing the "nexus" branding is what makes it worth it to a lot of people.

if you cover up your phone with any other case it just looks like any other phone and not like a beastly nexus. but now your vanity can be satisfied with a case that clearly states for all to see... NEXUS.
 
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ethantarheels123

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The official bumper looks quite appealing, and it looks like it extends past the camera. My only concern is the buttons. In-house cases that the phone company comes out with are notorious for having hard button covers. Guess we'll just wait for video reviews on that.

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