Ultra Slim Covers

[demarcmj]

These are covered in the "Master List" but that doesn't seem like the appropriate forum to discuss specific items on the list in detail...

Samsung Galaxy S® III Ultra Slim Cover - 2 Pack

"This 2-pack comes with two different colors and textures of Samsung Galaxy S III Ultra Slim Covers.The Galaxy S™ III Ultra Slim Cover provides additional protection for your handset against scratches on the back of the device. If you typically don't buy cases for mobile phones, this is the option for you. The case is ultra slim, giving you the feeling that it's not even there - aside from the texturized grip it provides, keeping the phone from sliding off surfaces or falling out of your pocket. Allows unimpeded access to ports and buttons, assuring your Galaxy S III is fully functional."

Does anyone have one of these? What are your thoughts? Exactly how thin are these things?

There's three main reasons that I never use a case:

1. There's only so much room in my pocket as it is
2. Decreases sexiness
3. I use mounts that are designed specifically for my phone. A case would get in the way of that.

If I am to believe their marketing... "The case is ultra slim, giving you the feeling that it's not even there"... then it would seem like at least #1 and #2 on my list would not be as much of a concern. #3 would probably still be an issue, but who knows. I plan on getting a ProClip holder for my SGSIII, and I've never had one before so I don't know exactly how snug it will be. If this cover really is as thin as they make it sound, maybe it'll even fit in that too.

Thoughts?

P.S. Show of hands... who saw "ultra slim, giving you the feeling that it's not even there" and immediately wanted to make a sexual joke?

 

[ibous]

I've also been looking for the slimmest case possible and been eyeing these. Any input would be appreciated!

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[MoJoePin]

+1 also interested in these but have no idea how they translate as noone has reviewed them or has them that I've seen.

 

[luebbers]

I'm not as worried about scratches as I am about the thing sliding out of my pocket or very short falls.

Although I'm sure this thing would probably increase friction enough to lower my concerns about pocket escape I'm not sure that it looks like it provides any additional padding vs my kitchen floor.

 

[Lekz]

My main doubt with these is whether the case is so thin it breaks or becomes stretched..

 

[LudoGris]

Will have to check best buy to see if they are going to carry this like the flip cover.

And I will be the first to admit that I thought of a sexual joke too.

 

[crzy619]

Well I went to buy them and they are on back order... guess they are more popular then we thought.

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[ranchosteve]

I just order one of these

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150841451141#ht_3065wt_1185

 

[demarcmj]

I just order one of these

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150841451141#ht_3065wt_1185

Doesn't look like that item really offers anything in terms of protection, aesthetics, or ease-of-holding. The Samsung ones probably don't offer much protection either, but the texture will at least help to grip the phone. Looks a little nicer too.

 

[sw07tc]

I just order these Rearth Alpine White Ringke SLIM LITE Premium Coated Hard Case for my Marble White GS3
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008BUTJ3A/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i01
and the second choice with stand!
http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-AMZ9409...UTF8&coliid=IJ1GXDAZ2FKEL&colid=2GNYUQI0MTNPL

 

[Xcor3]

I just order one of these

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150841451141#ht_3065wt_1185

Just ordered that few days ago. lol
0.3mm thin! think about it! Though it doesnt offer much protection, im only planning on using it around the house and my friends houses.

 

[zaisaroni]

I typically get a tough case like a Silicryllic or Otterbox, and a lighter/thinner hard case to protect from scratches when being put down, keep cameras protected, and a slight drop.

For my thin case I bought the Rock Quicksand in grey for my Pebble Blue GS3, and am VERY happy with it. It adds a lip around the screen so it can be set face down, controls are easy to get to, and it's different from everything out there. It's great to just have around the house, and set on a desk or counter and not worry about scratching the back.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0089E44OM/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

Also considering the Diztronic blue TPU when it's released, and then either the Silicryllic or an otterbox maybe.

 

[jayrod88]

I typically get a tough case like a Silicryllic or Otterbox, and a lighter/thinner hard case to protect from scratches when being put down, keep cameras protected, and a slight drop.

For my thin case I bought the Rock Quicksand in grey for my Pebble Blue GS3, and am VERY happy with it. It adds a lip around the screen so it can be set face down, controls are easy to get to, and it's different from everything out there. It's great to just have around the house, and set on a desk or counter and not worry about scratching the back.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0089E44OM/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

Also considering the Diztronic blue TPU when it's released, and then either the Silicryllic or an otterbox maybe.

+1 on the rock case. It's really nice.

Sent from my Galaxy S3

 

[SSHGuru]

Slim Cases

I'm (DBA Cases) am going to release one in 2-3 weeks.

That one for a few bucks is going to be garbage. When you are talking thin cases you have to use the right materials - no way they are.

Mine have a special blend of polycarbonate to take falls and scratches, a great grip and better design.

Of course they will be more than a few bucks but I'll have them on EBAY probably.

 

[tyshemi]

Let me know I'd love to test and write a full review for ya I'll cover shipping

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[tomaslxix]

Saw a review for it on youtube. Looks really sleek but the deal breaker for me was that it doesn't have a lip in front that lets you leave it face down without scratching it up.

Here's the link though:


http://youtu.be/H0QI_L2WKpQ

I went with the Incipio NGP in translucent gray and it looks really slick on my blue s3

 

[dannytill]

hey this one is also a genuine samsung case and it has the lip:
http://youtu.be/ZrhcgrMnw1o
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EFC-1G6WBEGSTA

 

[viskey]

does anyone have a pic of the genuine samsung clear one on the pebble blue phone? i can't find one online anywhere

 

[chamberc]

I just order these Rearth Alpine White Ringke SLIM LITE Premium Coated Hard Case for my Marble White GS3
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008BUTJ3A/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i01
and the second choice with stand!
http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-AMZ9409...UTF8&coliid=IJ1GXDAZ2FKEL&colid=2GNYUQI0MTNPL

I've got the Rearth Alpine White Ringke earlier in the week. It's super thin. I've got a Speck Candy shell arriving today for comparison...

 

[extremepizza]

I owned one of the 0.3mm cases from ebay for my s2 and I'll give you my opinion:

1. They protect the phone pretty well. Even through some minor falls the case still held on and didn't crack
2. The case scratches pretty easy. If you get the clear one its not as noticeable, but it was very noticeable when I owned the black one.
3. I kept a screen protector on the phone as the lip on the screen side is minimal and I was still scared of setting it down on the screen side otherwise.
4. Used the case for ~6mos(2 mos black version, 4 mos clear version) with no major issues. It is still on the phone as we speak.
5. Super cheap(~$3) and did exactly what it was supposed to do(prevent scratches on the phone and case

I already have one on order for my S3

-extremepizza