[Q] Best, most protective case for DHD

[little_rock]

Read all about the otter case in a review for the straight desire - the defender model it was.

I wasnt overly impressed.

So in light of this can yuo accessory experts point me what YOU think is the best usable (I.E. doesnt look like a tank or bomb shelter) case. I am thinking somethin silicon?

anyway, would really love ya expert opinions! I need to protect my phone - more frlom falls than anything else, am a fairly cluimsy 6'4'' so it has a long way to drop!

respect!

lr

 

[LtdEdFred]

Here's a site I stumbled upon. Maybe one of these are made for you:
http://www.mobilereleases.co.uk/2010/09/5-of-the-best-htc-desire-hd-cases/

 

[little_rock]

Thx LtsdEdFred - i'll check em out!

theres no way i am lasting 2 years of contract time without having soe bumps on this sucker... gonna opt for insurance too methinks...


lr

 

[matthiasdeblaiser]

check these out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNUEpFBOnUw

I made it yesterday to try and help people to decide what to get as a case for their HTC desire HD. I tried the HTC S550 pouch and 2 silicon cases. Didn't really know what I was going to say so I just started talking and showed my DHD a little with its accessories (still in love with it) but at the end I dropped my Desire HD on the floor luckily my appartment is all carpet

 

[emwdava]

check these out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNUEpFBOnUw

I made it yesterday to try and help people to decide what to get as a case for their HTC desire HD. I tried the HTC S550 pouch and 2 silicon cases. Didn't really know what I was going to say so I just started talking and showed my DHD a little with its accessories (still in love with it) but at the end I dropped my Desire HD on the floor luckily my appartment is all carpet

I bought the exact same gel case as you showed in the video (grey). I bought it from an ebaystore called Londonmagicstore. I paid 3gbp including shipping to sweden. Fast and reliable. As I don't have the DHD yet (is to be released next week in sweden) I hope it fits.

 

[funnyclub]

I made it yesterday to try and help people to decide what to get as a case for their HTC desire HD. I tried the HTC S550 pouch and 2 silicon cases. Didn't really know what I was going to say so I just started talking and showed my DHD a little with its accessories (still in love with it) but at the end I dropped my Desire HD on the floor luckily my appartment is all carpet

Helpfull video mate. I just ordered two silicon/gel cases from Ebay myself and they bought are coming with protective film for the screen. I am really looking forward to getting them as I am paranoid about damaging my new DHD.

 

[little_rock]

Thx for the video - off to watch it now!

 

[woodsman]

The best protective case by far, and the case I use on my HTC HD, Samsung Galaxy s and HTC desire, is the Pdair aluminium metal case.
http://www.pdair.com/

Unfortunately, for some strange reason, they don´t plan to make this case for HTC Dsire HD
If you are interested, drop the a mail and request that they make a aluminium case for the HTC Desire HD as well. [email protected]

 

[lynxboy]

Just thought I'd vouch for the eBay cases! Remember, they all come from the same factories in China, you're only paying extra for the branding 'SuperShield' 'MegaCase' etc. There are some exceptions but very few. I bought my case for £2.35 with a screen protector and it's perfect, a great fit and nice feel! I've never spent more than a couple of pounds on silicone/plastic cases or screen protectors and all of my phones remained in perfect condition months after I bought them. Will post links soon.

Regards.

 

[lynxboy]

Cannot see anyone being unhappy with this case..... £2.65 an absolute bargain.

eBay

Regards.

 

[little_rock]

just bagged one of those from ebay - so thanks and yeah will feedback what I think of the case and protector!

 

[cd993]

Cannot see anyone being unhappy with this case..... £2.65 an absolute bargain.

eBay

Regards.

£2.65? The price following that link is £29.65?

Edit: Strange, but found the cheap ones must of been a mistake!

 

[little_rock]

just paid under 3 quid for it.

 

[lynxboy]

£2.65? The price following that link is £29.65?

Edit: Strange, but found the cheap ones must of been a mistake!

Now that is strange! When I click the link it says the seller has updated his listing and the price shows £29.65!!! I've emailed the seller to ask what is going on as it definitely was £2.65 this morning. Maybe the increased traffic spooked him .

Anyway just to reinforce my point regarding the branding of goods from the same Chinese source, here is CaseHut's listing for the ORB Gel Case..... look familiar?? £5.99 plus postage..... hmmmm!!

Anyway, the case fits well and gives good protection. All buttons are placed correctly and the camera lens, flash and charger port all have good access. Hope this shows that you can keep your expensive phone SAFE without breaking the bank.

Regards.

 

[funnyclub]

I received my silicone case I paid 2.95 for on eBay today and the quality is great the fit is perfect and it doesn't make the phone too bulky. Another thing is the case makes pressing the power and volume buttons a lot easier
So overall I am delighted with the case.

Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App

 

[cd993]

Now that is strange! When I click the link it says the seller has updated his listing and the price shows £29.65!!! I've emailed the seller to ask what is going on as it definitely was £2.65 this morning. Maybe the increased traffic spooked him .

Anyway just to reinforce my point regarding the branding of goods from the same Chinese source, here is CaseHut's listing for the ORB Gel Case..... look familiar?? £5.99 plus postage..... hmmmm!!

Anyway, the case fits well and gives good protection. All buttons are placed correctly and the camera lens, flash and charger port all have good access. Hope this shows that you can keep your expensive phone SAFE without breaking the bank.

Regards.

Strange indeed!

I settled for this one:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150506304658&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT


Cheers for the info!

 

[oliboli]

Cannot see anyone being unhappy with this case..... £2.65 an absolute bargain.

eBay

Regards.

29.65 mate...
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140469166462&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

looks good with free screen protector....

 

[oliboli]

http://www.mobileden.co.uk/mobileph...r-HTC-Desire-HD-Metallic-Silver-8741p4210.htm

metal case here for 15 smackeroons...sems ok. anyone bought this one? Any good?

 

[honnes]

I guess the seller hopes that someone actually buys it without noticing the high price. He must know that others recommend this product, and well, sneakily tries to make huge profit....

 

[cinnak]

mobileden.co.uk/mobilephones/pc/Case-Mate-Barely-There-Case-For-HTC-Desire-HD-Metallic-Silver-8741p4210.htm

metal case here for 15 smackeroons...sems ok. anyone bought this one? Any good?

not metal, plastic with metallic coloring.
that's mentioned on all sites but that one, wouldn't trust them.