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[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Kn0wBuddy:
I received a Matte Black and a Matte Smoke case yesterday, and I was impressed.

They both fit perfectly and look very professional. I especially like that the matte surface is impervious to fingerprints and has a pleasant feel in your hand.

Both colors look good and complement the phone itself. I'm partial to the black, which looks like it came with the phone, but we also needed a different color to help distinguish two phones, and the matte smoke is different enough while still looking classy.

The volume rockers seem a little bit stiffer, but it has prevented me from accidentally changing the volume settings, so I view it as an improvement. They are not so stiff as to be a problem, and if we decide we need them to be more responsive I will just add a drop of silicone to each end of the inside of the rocker for better contact.

Excellent case, thanks again for the initial review for bringing TPU cases to my attention!

In terms of color options, I can't see my wife wanting anything glittery (or pink), and the blue glitterflex honestly looks like a cosmic bowling ball from the photos. A white case would have probably interested her, however.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] xJeganx:
Just got my TPU Matte Black in yesterday and I love it. This is exactly the kind of case I have been looking for and wish I had on my old EVO. My only gripe was the volume rockers but a quick cut with a knife took care of that.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] gsjunker:
I received the Matte Black case yesterday. Very impressed. I was wary of having a big gross sleeve on my phone but the slim, snug fit looks and feels fantastic. I almost feel guilty paying so little for such a professional feeling product.

Like others have mentioned, I was worried that a rubber case would attract all sorts of lint not to mention being difficult to remove from my pocket. Not so. The material is hard and smooth providing a solid feel in hand but no friction in the pocket. All buttons are accessible. Volume rocker accessibility is an easy fix (using the little piece of cardboard method, haha).

Highly recommended. So glad I xda introduced me to TPU cases.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Khilbron:
Also for people with problems using the Volume rocker, you can place a dot of silicon on the inside of each volume button on the TPU case, and let it harden, this way you can press the rocker much easier, and not damage your phone with materials that could possibly scratch the plastic. When they get more Matte Black TPU cases in stock I will post a picture and possibly a video of what I am talking about.

Also I wish TPU-Cases sold a case for the EVO 4G, When I upgraded to the ET, I gave my old Evo to my mom, however she doesn't like my Otterbox Defender, or the Trident Cyclops, so the TPU-Case would have been perfect.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] nobrakes:
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Really? The high gloss smoke is hands down my favorite case. It's the same color smoke all the TPU manufacturers are using and the same color we have always used for smoke. It does change appearance based on whats behind it though, if the battery door is white, grey, black, etc. We do have a 100% satisfaction guarantee so just email us for a refund. If we made it darker you'd have a hard time seeing the Galaxy S II through the case, for my tastes I'd actually like it to be a bit lighter but I'm not sure it would make much difference once you put it on the phone since it has a black door.[/QUOTE

When I think of smoke, it's like a smoke tint on car windows. Yours is kinda frosted. My past smoke TPU case by another vendor was smoked and looked nice. If you had this same color and volume buttons that were easier to push, it would be perfect in my eyes. I do appreciate your feedbacks and coming on this site to inform and keep your consumers updated. Thanks
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] imtjnotu:
anyone willing to trade a there matte black for a smoked one? if so pm me
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] TurboTsi:
Thanks but I'd rather not go through the hassle of shipping out the smoke case, I received the high gloss black today and I think its way better IMO. It really goes with the phone better.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] TurboTsi:
The smoke grey case and the high gloss case.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] tracerit:
received the matte black one today. kinda disappointed that the front is still glossy while the back is matte. still looks nice and fits great though. wish it would've been 100% matte.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] expertzero1:
got my case on launch day, love it! protects the screen and the camera!
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] kiwiBeans:
While this is true, I found it to be a nice surprise, as the front of the phone still looks sleek (shiny all around the face) and because the matte finish has a bit LESS "grip" that strip of glossiness around the bezel allows you a little more of a non-slip surface when you hold the phone.

Was coming in here to reiterate how difficult it was to use the volume rocker and to say that I simply cut mine out - only to find that I wasn't the first one to think of this or do it. It was simple, even with a keychain swiss army knife blade (those are pretty sharp). It's not AS EASY to push as the other buttons because the other cutouts are larger around the buttons so your finger can actually get in there, while this is just immediately around the volume rocker. Still, it's easier than before when the case was totally covering it. Plus, it's EASIER to FIND the volume rocker and get your fingernail or tip in there, and FEEL the button being pressed.

I do have a concern now, though, as I carry the phone in my pocket and always insert it the same way: face in and top down, so when I pull it out it's ready to use. In the past few days I can see a lot of dust collecting at the top of the screen, right under the lip of the case. Check your phone now by lifting the top up a bit. It probably collects there more because that is what's "down" gravity-wise when it's in my pocket but it's right on the edge of the screen and sits there. I'm scared it's going to end up under the screen at some point, like the HTC Hero and EVO. The EVO 3D was the first HTC I had with such a solid build quality no dust ever appeared under the screen. I only had the Nexus S for 29 days so I'm not sure how that would have fared had it been longer, so I can't say I'm confident this Samsung would be dust resistant. So, naked and risk damage from an accidental drop or just setting it down here and there... or keep the case on and risk getting dust buildup? :confused:
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] hyken:
Pleasantly surprised, this is a great case. I have had many cases in my long history with smart phones, this is wonderful. Wouldn't change a thing and great price to boot.

Ken
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] ker0zene:
While I do get dust buildup with this case on, it's actually on top of the screen and not under it. I can use my finger or a cleaning cloth to wipe off the dust pretty easily. I also put my phone in my pocket exactly like you do.. Not sure how you're getting dust UNDER the screen?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] kiwiBeans:
No, maybe I wasn't clear... I'm not getting dust under the screen with this case and this phone. It's collecting under the lip of the case though and stays in that area where the screen meets the edge and I'm worried about it getting under the screen. On the Hero and the EVO 4G this actually did happen to me (without a case, naked phone, carried in my pocket). That's why I'm worried about it eventually getting under the screen with this phone.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] _MetalHead_:
I got my case in yesterday after waiting 12 long days for it to come (my friend ordered at the same time as me and got his in 3). I put it on my phone for all of 3 seconds before I removed it and retired it. Honestly I can't understand how people like these cases so much. It is by far the cheapest feeling case I have ever used and I feel like my phone deserves much, much more. Its not that the case is bad, I just think the material used makes it feel like something I'd pick up for a buck in Chinatown. I don't want to insult anybody but come on, you guys really think this is a nice case? To each their own I guess...
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] trevoc1:
Hey Metal Head this case is awsome. The mass can't be wrong. I have the Matte Black and love it far better than Sprint's rip off Case. If ya don't like it just say its not for you don't rip on a product that is obviously better than 1dollar China town material. Thanks TPU. PS love the free shipping....
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] _MetalHead_:
Honestly I prefer polycarbonate/silicone combo cases or rubberized plastics, I just think they look and feel nicer. I too hate plain silicone cases and I do agree with the fact that some of the hard cases crack too easily. My seidio active limited that I loved so much for my EVO had corners that cracked off way too easily, went through 3 of them because of it. Still rocked the case though because it looked so cool LOL. Im not really trying to knock your product, they are probably the best cases that you can find that are made from TPU but thats the problem for me- I cant stand TPU. As far as the batteries are concerned, it must have been user error :p (I kid!)
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] azr6:
So basically the outer edge is a harder plastic while the middle is a soft rubber right? Where is the best place to put an order in?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] lopezpm:
On their website. It's cheaper and you get free shipping.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] OneStepAhead:
No it's all the same material, just the front lip as a high gloss finish which matches the finish of the front of the phone, then the sides (1/2 the sides actually) and back is a matte finish to prevent fingerprints. It's 100% TPU though, a flexible material that is basically in between a hard shell and a soft silicone case.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] azr6:
I had a rubber case on my hero and that saved me a bunch of times so definitely gonna order this one tonight and wait for it. Thanks guys.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] MikeG_EVO:
Just ordered my Matte Back Black! Can't wait for it to get here.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] geolemon:
There's a lot of reasons I'm not an iPhone owner, but these renderings sum up why I'd be disgusted not as much to have one as to be labeled "one of them", the mindless sheep... the stereotype:

The cutout on the back of my Samsung phone? For the camera.

The cutout on the Apple phone? For the LOGO.

So the flock can use your phone as a fashion statement... "I didn't buy my phone for the functionality, I bought it for the logo! Like my designer-brand-name-screened-on-the-front-of-this-baggy-sweatshirt! 'Cause that's how I roll!"

Seriously - it really does say a lot that case manufacturers wouldn't dare cover up that logo...

...because it might impact sales.

The same 34% of iPhone owners who believe their iPhone 4's have 4G, no doubt, want to flaunt their ignorance, and wouldn't buy this case if the Apple logo weren't still showing! :p

It really shows where their demographic is... fashion over function.

:rolleyes:
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] xlGmanlx:
To each their own, I personally think it's the best "skin" case I have ever used on phones period. My naked case was great but not a skin and the matte grey just breaks up the blacks with just enough contrast that the phone looks sexier then naked
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Matt351:
Any update on the screen protectors? Did you get the ones that have a more precise fit yet?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] LxMxFxD:
I got my high gloss black TPU case yesterday and I like it. As others have reported, the volume keys suck. Apparently the only people who aren't having problems with the volume keys are those who got the black matte.

I highly doubt this thing would really protect in the event of a fall, but it does function as a nice case to keep both the camera lens off surfaces and keep the screen off surfaces when placing it screen side down.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] japper88:
I dropped my phone (with the smoke matte case) from about 3 or 4 feet on to a hardwood floor by accident the other day, the case did it's job, no damage.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Magiraffe:
TPU Cases

I just wanted you to know that I am female & took the time to search for a case for my first smartphone & I found this forum & it sold me on the TPU case....since the black matte was sold out I ordered the blue glitterflex....I love it...and it fits the phone perfectly and I am able to grip it a lot better...ordered it monday night & received it Thursday...great response time & great case...anybody looking for a new case for their phone I wll give them your site....thanks again....:D
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] xlGmanlx:
The horrors!
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] LxMxFxD:
Wait, what? You dropped your phone ON ACCIDENT? Not on purpose? Crazy.

Seriously though, good to know it did its job. I've actually never dropped a phone which means statistically, im due.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] japper88:
It may be also important to note that the case was fine too. I dropped my old phone, which had one of those hard clip on cases, on concrete once and the case cracked, but the phone was saved... fortunately it landed on a corner and not on the screen!
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] jeffvb9:
Love this case
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] azr6:
Hopefully I get mine in the mail this week.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] azr6:
Did the new cases come in on monday like expected?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] uarefunnytome:
Will This Case Scratch My Phone

I Have read some reviews online about protective cases actually scratching the phone. Is it soft enough to cause no damage to the phone?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] japper88:
I've taken off the case to take the battery out and stuff the phone showed no signed of scratches. The case is a kind of flexible plastic, doesn't seem like it would scratch up the phone.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Kurupt1:
I am super impressed with this case and the customer service. I have dropped it pretty good a couple of times already, and it protects well.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] graffixnyc:
I got mine today, It didnt come with a free screen protector :(

It is a really nice case but I think I prefer the S-line case I got on ebay. The tpu-cases case is more slippery and the texture differences on the s-line and side preferred grips make it feel more secure in the hand
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] OneStepAhead:
This can happen if you get dirt/debris caught between the case and the phone. It's really only ever been a problem on the iPhone 4's (glass back), I've never experienced it on any of my Android phones when using TPU cases. The case itself will definitely not cause damage to the phone, it's soft and flexible. Debris caught underneath the case however......
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] limeaid:
I'm looking for the case with the best grip. Can someone comment on whether the matte or the gloss black has better grip?

I would have thought the matte would have good grip, but most ppl are saying it's rather slippery

Thanks in advance
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] cds0699:
Just FYI, this matte case is the first I've ever owned, so I don't have anything prior to compare it to as far as the grip. I haven't had any problems holding it with the case, but hopefully others will post that are more experienced than I to help you.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] limeaid:
Thanks. Does the matte case actually improve the grip compared to just the naked phone?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] dja2k:
I had previously ordered the Glossy version while the Matte finish got into stock. Should have just waited because the Glossy one doesn't feel or look that great. Just got the Matte one today and that one feels excellent. Also the volume buttons do work better in the Matte than the Glossy. Great Matte TPU case!

dja2k
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] azr6:
Got my glossy one today and the fit and finish is great. I just cut my volume toggles out with a razor blade. Wish the back on this one would be more grippy so it wouldn't slide so much when at an angle.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] wortez:
Got the matte black one... I love this case... it looks and feels great. One thing i love is how the edge is a glossy black and blends with the phone perfectly... my friend didnt realize it was a case... top notch... money well spent
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] cds0699:
In my opinion, yes.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] averroe5:
Just got it, love it so far... definitely a great way to spend 8 dollars!
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] ProStreetCamaro:
Just got mine smoke tpu case and it fits and feels perfect. Very good investment for the cpeak price. :D
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] ManEatingPanda:
Got mine on the way as we speak. Lets hope it lives up to the hype!
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] sfhub:
Any update on when Matte black will be back in stock? It says sold out right now but no date for re-stock.

http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=42_36&products_id=147

Also I notice for T-Mo GSII they are adding a cutout for the volume buttons:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=18473705#post18473705

Is that coming to the Epic 4G Touch case as well?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] MikeG_EVO:
Got mine a couple of weeks ago and have been loving it ever since. Slips easily into and out of pockets and give me that little bit of added protection I was looking for.

Thanks,

MikeG
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] sfhub:
Are you saying that all the ones arriving Friday are spoken for and someone won't be able to place an order or are you saying sometime between now and Friday you'll be able to place an order which will go out on Saturday?

Also are the Epic 4G Touch cases going to get the volume cutout like the T-Mo GSII case?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Zoheb318:
Any word when the new screen protectors will be coming in? I bought the case 5 weeks ago and the screen protector I received was for the full body. You mentioned something about sending out the "new" screen protectors, but I have not seen anything since.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] geolemon:
It's cool hearing a little behind the scenes on the business and design decisions.

For what it's worth, I love my matte black one, I couldn't be more pleased - you might even say you've converted a non-case guy.

And, my volume rocker isn't bad, in fact I'd say its' good. My only gripe about the volume buttons are just like you say - they are small. That's not the case's fault.

I've got my phone wearing a Skinomi skin right now, so it's been out of the case for the past few days, and I think it's actually easier to hit the volume buttons with my TPU case on, compared to off.

Which, thankfully it still fits in, with the thin Skinomi skin on.

EDIT:

I have been meaning to ask if I had the opportunity... why don't you do white cases?

I saw this on Ebay once upon a time, and with the excellent fit and finish your cases have, they really do just look like the phone body... white phones are obviously in hot demand, and I think a white TPU case would look truly classy, perhaps even more than this matte black case does. Yours would look even better, by virtue of tighter openings and covered volume rocker button:

---------- Post added at 03:41 AM ---------- Previous post was at 03:28 AM ----------

Meaning "just the screen rectangle" vs. "the entire phone glass"?

Why wouldn't you want the whole glass covered? that would look more seamless.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] KaliS-Pugilist:
I was told that they had white, but stopped because they would turn orange in the sun. in thinking maybe a retry white high gloss, maybe using a deeper gloss or stronger white? I don't know, just fishing as id love a white tpu as well.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] sfhub:
BTW got a shipping notification today.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] KCs2k:
+1 on a white case as well. Going to miss having a white phone when I make the jump to the ET4G.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] xlGmanlx:
I too would like additional colors and white would be one I would be interested in, that and digital camouflage patterns as well like desert and Grey
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Pheno.menon:
Any news on more colors/case types from TPU? I gave my matte back black to a friend and got the casemate brushed aluminium but I'm starting to miss the TPU already, LOL.. probably going to pick up another one though it'd be nice to have a new color/style
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Jameson JC:
I too purchased this case and think it performs very well.

The matte finish IMO does aid in grip over stock phone (stock no case is not exactly stick-um like to begin with).

The fit is flawless. I would like to hear "long term" success with these cases. As in do they stretch over time? Do seams/corners/cutouts start to tear in the albeit short period of time you have all had them?

Would love to hear from some of the people that have had this the longest and see what kinda shape the cases/phones are in (pics)?!?

JC
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] tracerit:
i bought one a month ago and the fitment was 100% spot on but i sold the phone and case due to bad battery life. i could'nt stand the evo 3d so i picked up another and the battery life is much better. unfortunately the new case i bought isn't as good a fit. the top frays out a bit and bottom as well, as if the case is too tight it pulls the edges back a bit when the phone is in.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] xlGmanlx:
I have noticed slight loosening of the case but it doesn't exactly slide around. I actually have their new screen protector on and it works and looks almost exactly the same without. The back of the case has visible scratches but that is the point Worth the investment and I would love to see the case colors I recommend earlier
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] mrpickem:
I actually have went back to my TPU after using the CM BarelyThere for awhile. The TPU is less bulk, grippier and less noticeable(casewise):p

No stretching here, but that is probably in direct correspondence to the number of times you have removed the case. :rolleyes:
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] PhantomHacker:
I have like 10 of these cases I'm trying to sell in all different colors new. Pm me if you want one. Help a dev out. ;)
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] nerys71:
man I just wish they had other colors. like a blaze orange or a bright blue. anything but boring nasty black.

I am almost tempted to order the pink anything is better than black.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] geolemon:
I'd still love to hear word on the possibility of white...

I notice diztronic doesn't seem to do white.

I've seen competitors white tpu cases.. Why not diztronic? Looks sharp, on this phone.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] AzNJJ:
Is this case easy to take on/off for battery swaps? Any long term damage to the case doing this? Thanks in advance!
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] ranchosteve:
Yes it is, I dont charge my phone, just do battery swaps. It has been great.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] luigidk:
I love this case - but have had a very minor issue in that it sometimes catches the edge of my screen protector - causing a bubble.

No biggie - just push down.

I did cut away the top left and right corners - the offending areas - problem solved with no downside.

Great cover - hard to beat for the price.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] ericpd:
Been reading through this thread since that funny looking brown truck dropped my E4GT off at my door Wednesday. Placed the order with Amazon yesterday. After all the positive reviews I know I will be pleased. Just wished they still made one of these for the Evo 4G. Passed that down to the wife and she hates holsters.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] ericpd:
You guys were right! My case just arrived. Wonderful! No problems with the volume rocker me. Maybe they tweaked the design or manufacturing process, don't know. Wished the still made them for the Evo 4G. Dropping phones is sport for the wife. Thanks for all the reviews and comments!
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] nerys71:
??? what am I missing they do

http://www.ebay.com/sch/?_nkw=evo 4g tpu&clk_rvr_id=304403310700
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] limeaid:
Anyone in NYC (Manhattan) interested in a black matte case? I have one that I've never used. Willing to sell it for $6. It's still in the original packaging. PM me if interested