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[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Blue6IX:
I was going to edit in my response about the case I got in the first post - but after this one I quoted I need say not much more.

I really want to like the case, it feels nice and looks good on the phone...but it makes it too much of a pain in the ... to get the back of the case off.

I didn't realize how often I pop the back of the phone open to swap out memory cards until I put the case on.

It lasted on my phone for about 3 hours before I took it off...and it scratched one corner of my phone when I did it. Scratch isn't bad, and it'll probably buff out over time, but it's the first damage the phone has suffered - ironically from the thing that was supposed to prevent this.

If you are never going to pop open the back of the phone to get to the memory card, and you don't mind the backside of your screen-half of the phone getting scratched up when you slide it open - then this is a pretty decent case.

I think the scratching the back of the screen part can be solved by using a knife to cut a sliver off the part that sticks op, then maybe using a small piece of electrical tape to cover that clip.

I like it, I want to like it, but I can't use it - I take the phone apart too damn much for a case like this to be practical.

I'm on the lookout for a gel-type case now. Think that'll be the perfect solution. If anyone finds one, please mention it here.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] AZScrewloose:
I got the black cheap case today. After reading the reviews I knew better than to just throw it on there. So I took a small metal file that I have, and proceeded to shave each clip down just a little. After a few trials I got the clips shaved down enough that they all fit and are not pressing against the bottom of the screen hard enough to scratch it.

The coating on this case was not really rubber. Its more of a dusted flat black. It's not slick to the touch, but it doesnt grip like the rubber of the phone.

The phone still fits into the generic style T-mobile mount. But its not as secure as without. I can turn it upside down and give it a light shake without coming loose. So hopefully it will be fine.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] lonelyingorgeous:
I got my psychedelic cover and I'm not very impressed with it. It makes the phone very bulky and awkward to hold (maybe because of my small girly hands -_-).

I find taking the back cover off particularly stressful because I'm scared I'd rip the screen off the keyboard.

Protection wise I haven't dropped my phone yet to see what kind it would provide but I'm guessing it wouldn't fall off the phone if dropped.

Haven't seen any dents or scratches caused by it.

I think I'd prefer it if it had a more rubbery feel as the texture is kind of smooth and slippery.

Overall, I'm satisfied with it but I wish I could figure out a way to take off the cover without the fear of destroying it. Haha.

Lily.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] ssb33:
@siani_8

I got this: ....

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As a side note.. I also bought the case you posted. I like it but it won't fit over the ArmorSuit and I really like how the suit looks and feels on the MT4GS. The phone with suit fits well in the pouch...good combo in my opinion.

Quick question - in the pictures you uploaded to Amazon the phone back and sides seem to have a checker pattern. Is that pattern due to the protector?
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] _atlien_:
The otterbox exists for this phone? Or you speaking generally about the otterbox product line?
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] siani_8:
Yes, it's a woven "carbon fiber" pattern. I took the pictures at angles where the light shows it more clearly. I think it looks nice and provides a "non-slip" surface as well without adding any bulk to the phone when you want to use it, which I personally prefer.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] micahman:
Thanks for linking this and posting the pics on Amazon., I'm going to order one today.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] ssb33:
Thanks. I ordered one and installed it yesterday. The front and back went on great. I had more trouble with the sides but that is because I am not the most deft person around. There are a lot long thin pieces but MT4GS has a lot of moving parts. The phone looks great from the front. But the back has a bubble or two - again my clumsiness.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] _atlien_:
I wonder how long Otterbox will ignore this phone? Annoying....

Meanwhile, this HTC shell is gettin it done. Only complaint is that its not Otterbox.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005H98VI2
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Blue6IX:
That's about the same thing I got that I posted about before - just mine is in black.

I know I said a few posts back that I wasn't going to use it, but I had to do something to try to keep it safe.

I've been using it for a few days now, and while I have my gripes, I suppose it's okay.

I got tired of not being able to put it down anywhere, for fear of scratching the camera lens. This case sits further down then the lens, so it isn't the thing the weight of the phone rests on.

Before, i'd have to find something soft to put it down on everywhere I went, which was annoying. I wouldn't put it in my pocket, because they are always full of dust and whatnot - that little grainy stuff gets into the phone and I didn't want that.

Now, with the case on, it doesn't fit in my belt holster anymore - so I have to put it in my pocket or carry it. Desperately seeking another solution but coming up short.

What i'm thinking about doing is drilling some holes in the back of the case, and attaching a belt clip to the hard case shell itself.

So now i'm looking for either a belt holster or a clip I can attach to the hard case itself. Whatever ends up happening, i'll get some pictures and put 'em up here.

What I really, really, really, really want is a soft-rubber case, like a gel case of some sort that can absorb shock - not some hard plastic thing.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] MethoteK:
Can you 2 that got this case tell me if it fits OK? I hate cases that feel like they are going to fall off after they are on...does this one do that? Specifically when you slide the keyboard up with your thumbs does the front part of the case feel like it would fall off because of your thumb pressure?

Just wanted to be sure it was somewhat well constructed...the $5 price tag just has me concerned.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] _atlien_:
No, it's fine. I've dropped the phone twice and the case hasn't come off. And it certainly isn't about to come off from handling/usage of the phone. It fits snug. Supposedly its made by HTC, if that means anything. The case does it's job without problems.

Just waitin for Otter.....
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] rscaramelo:
Any body have a silicone case? Or one of these?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/HTC-MYTOUCH...Accessories&hash=item231421d01f#ht_1896wt_922

Looks good. Other colors available too.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Blue6IX:
It fits snug, coming off accidentally isn't a problem. Both the top piece and the bottom piece are secure, normal - or even some exaggerated abnormal - use won't knock it off.

The longer I use the case the more it grows on me, I really like the silky feel of it. There have been a few situations already where having a case protected the phone - I haven't dropped it and hope I never do, but since it's becoming a portable video game system/controller amongst other things it can't be without one.

I suppose you could do far worse then this case, but i'd trade it for a gel-type rubber case in a heartbeat. Hard cases don't protect from shock damage.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Protricity:
got this

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Hard-...ccessories&hash=item3cbb8eb915#ht_1410wt_1139

feels nice, fits nice, but I believe it has reduced my gps signal.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Blue6IX:
Looks like the same case I have on my phone.

Go Here for a solution, of click the link in my sig for more information on how agps works on your phone.

I've come to really like the case. I hated it at first, but now I can't imagine the device without it. A pocket computer like this is naked in it's bare skin.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] dayofthedaleks:
Silicone "Fishbone" Case

I've got this silicone/rigid plastic case on my 4G slide. I've had it for about two weeks now. I find it fits very snugly and the soft silicone is a good solution for keeping the buttons protected but useable.

I like to think the design will allow it to last longer than an all-rigid setup. So far it seems to be holding up. I prefer paying less than five bucks for my phone accessories off the Hong Kong eBay, but I'd say I got my money's worth buying this thing at ten or so.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Undeadk9:
I got the black body glove. It's saved my phones life 3 times. :)
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Techlvr:
Just got the Armor Suit. I made a video of my thoughts.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STfdxNwKGjM
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] dung8604:
DO NOT GET THAT CASE. That is the mytouch 4g pictured, not the slide. For proof, look at the back of your phone and notice the picture does not have the correct flash placement, nor the metal strip that comes from the lens. If you want to go ahead and order it based on the description, go ahead, but I bet everything I have that the description is wrong. To be honest, that doesn't even look like the back of the MT4G. There isn't even a flash.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] gtny930:
OEM HTC Hard Shell Case for T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide, White / Carbon Fiber

Has anyone purchased one of these? I believe that the more squarish shape will look better on our devices.

OEM HTC Hard Shell Case for T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide, White / Carbon Fiber

http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=59357

They come on red, black & white, solid black and in blue.

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Do did anyone purchase this case?

Will the phone overheat in this type of enclosing?

http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=59935
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Blue6IX:
I don't know if it'll overheat, i'm using a hard plastic case now and since switching to the anker battery i've been willing to put the case on the phone.

I don't have a problem with it now.

That trident case is hardcore, exactly what I am looking for. Thanks for letting me know they're around now.

I found one in ballistic green - I can't tell you how thrilled I am about not only the shock protection offered by the case, but the part about covering ports and keeping dirt out.

I just bought my lady a nook color so she'll stop taking mine, once I get recovered from that this trident case is on it's way to me. I'll probably order it next week, or the week after - i'll definitely post here once I get it.

I'm spoiled today at XDA - got a few minutes to drop by and got my first look through at a teardown of this device and you found the case I wanted!

Thanks!
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Alfawolfsqwd:
I plan on buying a black case that comes with a extra car charger and a travel charger. It was only 10 dollars so I think that's a good deal, I have a screen protector and such but they sold out of the case and chargers. But they'll have more in a few days. :)
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] quicklee:
Has anyone tried this case? Is it the same as the generic black one?

http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-AMZ9194...FELQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1319433588&sr=8-1
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] PJASchultz:
I just ordered the Amzer case and put it on my phone. It's ok. Not as rubbery as I had hoped. No real world experience yet to tell if it stays on when dropped, etc.

When you say "generic black one" do you mean Amazon ASIN: B005DRWBZC? (Sorry, can't post links.)

If so, I also ordered it but it hasn't arrived yet. I can report back in a few days.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] quicklee:
Yes. I am still deciding on which one to buy. Let us know it is compared to the Amzer one!
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Watahboi:
Trident Case

Thanks gtny930 for making me aware of these Trident Cases. I purchased two cases, one for my iPod Touch and one for the myTouch 4G Slide from Amazon. Being an Otterbox fan, I was kinda nervous on purchasing these. The quality isnt the same as an Otterbox, but its good enough to protect my devices. The iPod touch Trident case is really iffy, the $10 Belkin case I bought from Best Buy seems to be better. However for the myTouch 4G Slide, the Trident case is 10 times better than the Body Glove case I bought from T-Mobile which put indentions and scratches all over the side of my phone.

In the box:

myTouch 4G Slide Trident Aegis Case(Bottom and Top), Screen Protector, Application Card, Cleaning Cloth, and an Audiojack Extender. The box and papers that came with the phone has QR Codes all over, and when scanned they go to links that dont work, bummer.

Installation:

I am using the Anker Battery and this case fits good. I took out the battery just to compare it, and there isnt that much of a difference to be concerning.

Thoughts:

The bottom half of the case is a "two part" thing with one piece being silicon and the other a harder outer layer (Similar to an Otterbox). Installing it was super easy. The silicone covers all of the buttons: Power, Camera, Volume Rockers. It also feels "raised" so the buttons are way easier to press and get to.

The top half of the case covers the "slide-out" portion of the phone and is kind of big and bulky. When sliding the keyboard out, it requires some force but is smooth to slide. When sliding the screen to hide the keyboard, you can tell the screen is being raised a bit and this is kind of a concern for me.

Typing on the keyboard feels more solid now, but the large bezel squishes the top row of the keyboard, so the keys are kind of harder to fit my fingers there. Theres slits cut out for the keyboard LED's, but they are extremely difficult to see when typing. You can only see it when pointing the phone down and actually looking in these little slits.

Edit: I have actually been using the phone now, and when sliding open the phone, the tab that holds the top part to the screen hits the "g" key when its slide out fast, if your slow it doesnt press it, but I see this as an ISSUE.

If I have anything more to say, I'll be sure to edit.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Blue6IX:
Thanks for the review.

I ordered one in ballistic green on friday, but it didn't ship until today...so I should have it before the week is out.

I'll post some pics as well, and get some of the old case I have next to it so people can see a side by side comparison.

I appreciate the thorough review of the trident case!
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] PJASchultz:
Thanks for the Trident review. And for even making me aware of it. It seems like exactly what I'm looking for. Perhaps I'll wait for Blue6IX's review and followup before pulling the trigger on this $30 investment.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] pagantek:
Agreed, I just recovered from a shattered screen replacememnt debacle, and I am looking for something that has some bounce power to it :p.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] PJASchultz:
Oh that stings! But yeah, me too. I hate these hard cases.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Blue6IX:
ugh - I agree a hundred percent - hard cases blow.

Need something with shock absorbant capabilities. Can't wait for this to come in.

Sorry to hear about the shattered screen - glad you are through it and on the other side.

(Did you happen to take any pictures of the broken device, maybe some of the inside?)
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] drboy2692:
Just ordered this yesterday, i dont like the trident since its to my standard waaay to bulky, even this is, but i will have to settle for it, will let everyone know my thoughts about it when i get it! also will be ordering that amour invisible shield for added protection soon!
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Watahboi:
I forgot to mention that the trident case is a hard shell casing, similar to the otterbox commuter. The silicon layer is under the hard outer shell encasing. This type of padding is only used for the bottom half of the phone. The top half is just a hard frame around the phones screen.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] PJASchultz:
The OEM generic black case is crap. Typical cheap hard plastic with a tiny amount of rubberized flocking on it to make it not shiny and slippery. I didn't even take the time to try it on. Immediately threw it out. Amzer case isn't great, but it's at least passable.

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Hmmm, that's unfortunate. For some reason I was thinking it was rubbery-er. Does it at least have some grip to it, or is it more glossy, slippery like?
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] PJASchultz:
Thanks for the full review, and pics. I don't mind if it is a hard case base, as long as it has good grip and good shock absorption. I think you've sold me on the Trident.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] siani_8:
+1

I just ordered one in Ballistic Green
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Crkr:
I just got my Trident today. From going with no case on the phone I am very happy with my choice. I got it in 2 days with free shipping and it feels sturdy to me.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] siani_8:
Question for Blue6IX:

You mention you bought green. The only green I saw listed at DayDeal was Ballistic Green but your pictures don't appear to be that color. Did you find another green or do your pictures not show true color?
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] Blue6IX:
Pictures were taken from a digital camera I bought at circuit city - around 2006

They are just washed out, true color is very close to the amazon depiction of color at this link:

http://www.amazon.com/Trident-AG-MT...le-apps&ie=UTF8&qid=1319912512&sr=1-1-catcorr

Mine is ballistic green, they only offer a few colors, and that's the green option.

I'll definitely be picking up one of these (in the same color) for my Nook Color now, i'm sold - never had an interest in otterbox, and don't care if they ever make one for our phone or not (sorry to the fans of otterbox).

My next step is to apply a screen protector to the back of the screen half of the phone. I'm thinking i'll cut one out to fit around the slide channels. I've been eyeing it up and I think I can get one to fit without crushing the keys on the keyboard - not too sure yet, but gonna try sometime soon.

Also, something to add, this trident case won't scratch the back of the screen half of the phone, like another person posted up about the HTC hard-shell case. Which is a crap case, but all we had until recently.

As far as i'm concerned, my case search is over, I don't think i'll be able to find something better then this.

I am, however, looking at the hard-shell otterbox waterproof cases as something to put the phone into, not as an actual case to wrap it in.

Link to otter cases i'm talking about:

http://www.otterbox.com/otterbox-2000-cases/otterbox-2000-cases,default,sc.html

After measuring the trident case ( 2" 10/16th wide, 5" 1/16th long, 12/16th thick - in inches) it seems it'll fit in the 2000 case with some room to spare, might be able to fit both usb and rca cables in with it and have it all be waterproof.

Picture of random green stuff: (if this helps? lol)

left is an olive drab duffle bag, it's a forest green cushion it's on, the ruler is a dollar store green ruler...probably find one near you...dunno...just random green.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] siani_8:
Cool that's pretty much the army green color I would want.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] frozenfyre:
Purchased the OEM MT4GS Case - review

I was looking for a case for an alternative to a plastic case that snaps on because they scrape the side of the phone, as well as the backside of the part that slides. I purchased the one that was recommended in this thread found at the htc website. Can't post links yet, but just look for OEM HTC mytouch4g slide case.

You can also purchase it on letstalk.com, as well as a couple of other sites.

This case is excellent looking. Its white, with a carbon fiber looking backing. It also doesnt SNAP on, which perfectly suits me. The top and bottom pieces link together and end up sliding in and out of each other, and thats how the case doesn't come off. Of course this casing probably won't protect your phone from serious drops, but as far as all around placing the phone down, small drops, or keys + phone in your pocket, you'll be in pretty good hands.

Letstalk.com has a coupon as well, so I ended up paying $12-13 bucks for it.

Going to get one for my girlfriend too, but probably in a different color.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] quicklee:
Do you mind posting some pictures of the case from Letstalk? I am curious to how it looks on the front and how it attaches to the phone.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] gtny930:
Trident

For all that thanked me for finding this case, you are all welcome. I have been using my red case for over a week and it is well worth the money.

Last weekend I had my phone on my bed and ripped my sheets off by an accident. I panicked when my phone went airborne and landed across the room on my tile floor. When I picked up my phone there was not a thing wrong with the case or phone. #Winning

Both reviews of this case are 99% accurate. Great job Watahboi on your review and pictures. However I have absolutely no issues with a "g" button being hit when I slide out the keyboard. The case does cover the Fn and caps led (minor issue). If you tilt the keyboard you can see them. Shipping said 3- 9 days and it came fast. I ordered on Thursday and it was in my mailbox on Tuesday afternoon.
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] siani_8:
Plus we can still see they are enabled in the status bar up top. Thanks again for the find. I can't wait for mine to arrive...Ballistic Green!!
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] siani_8:
I received my Trident Case today in Balistic Green. It's a nice case and other reviewers before me already did and outstanding job detailing this one. However, one thing I'm noticing is that unlike most other cases out there, this one covers up the little hole to the left side of the camera lens. I think that is a sensor for the camera. They did leave some holes in the case around that area but I'm not sure it's directly above on the one I installed. I may have to research further to find out how important that is to be unobstructed and update this post later.

Edit:

Someone please correct me if I'm wrong but I think it's the backside Illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor (a light sensor?) The Trident case has a series of holes above and around the sensor but the holes also have a screen over them. Is this a smart idea? Should we maybe remove that screen at lease from the trident case?

Hey Blue6IX.. You have this case, what do you think?
[T-Mobile myTouch 4G Slide] wiswis:
are ther any cases that cover the charger port because dust is coming in from there