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[Galaxy S II Accessories] RUKI:
I just recieved 2 new case for my GSII from eBay. they 're SGP Neo Hybrid case Reventon Yellow and SGP Neo Hybrid EX case Reventon Yellow. I haven't seen anyone compare them.

First : SGP case Neo Hybrid Reventon Yellow :

Its' silicone border is close the gap between front glass and front frame, protected dust.

back: a silicone full cover the back and thicker than camera part, more protection.

side : not thick

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Second : SGP case Neo Hybrid EX Reventon Yellow

Its' silicone border is thinner than the first, not cover the gap between front glass and front frame, very dusty.

back : show a battery cover of GSII , can take it off easily. Suitable for Samsung Extended Battery 2000 mAh.

Preserve natural slim design of SGII.

side : thinner than the first.

but still protecting a camera len!

silicone part very thin

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Compare : SGP case Neo Hybrid Reventon Yellow Vs SGP case Neo Hybrid EX Reventon Yellow

Front :

Back :

Side :

Silicone part :

EX has thinner silicone at front border.

EX 's silicone more black

Bumper part :

Each Bumper part are same.

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Hope to usefull for someone.:)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] randomA:
could you please post some pictures of the Neo Hybrid (no ex) with the 2000mah new battery and then report back what happens?

thanks
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Mwinggg:
i have both, gold and silver, coz i knew the plastic frames are same

and i have 2000mah battery, the ex fits it no problem but a bit loose, lack of solid feel in hand, but it is still the best looking case if u need to use the 2000mah battery

btw y did u order same color?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] RUKI:
I 've not a 2000 mAh Batt. I'm waiting Samsung Thailand bring it to distribute officially cause the price will be cheaper than in another country.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] RUKI:
I ordered only SGP case Neo Hybrid EX Reventon Yellow, but the sellor send me a wrong product (Neo Hybrid Reventon Yellow).

I inform to him then he sent me a correct one.:)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] cleskers:
Great review..I bought the case when I purchased the phone and really enjoy that it doesn't add bulk to the phone, I am coming from the INC 2. So this phone feels like its going to float away.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] tietherope:
I wish I could just order the silicone piece from the EX, I already have the plastic piece from my original Neo Hybrid.

Also, is there a gap on the back between the phone and the plastic because there is no silicone in between anymore? I think I see one in the pictures.

Thanks for the review!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Disfected:
Ugh, can't wait to get one of those babies to replace my Ultra Capsule. I like how it just keeps the original form without covering the screen, never liked the lip effect of the regular neo hybrid.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] rndmnss:
Thanks for the review. Comments about the dustiness and side-by-side pics were really helpful!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] tietherope:
Can anyone comment on this gap on the back? It's the only thing holding me back from ordering this case.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Sharpshooterrr:
For the EX version, do the plastic sides at the back feel flimsy and weak? Do they move when you press on them?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Mwinggg:
it moves a little if u squeeze it, especially left side, im going caseless at home now coz the battery cover makes the phone more solid
[Galaxy S II Accessories] timbosslice:
Thinking of buying a SGP Neo Hybrid. I have the white GS2 and am wandering what colour case to get?

Anyone got any thoughts on what would look best with a white phone?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] lexi250:
I say get the Neo Hybrid EX with the SILVER frame and WHITE silicon band!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] timbosslice:
I was thinking about the silver one but not seen one with white silicone?

Ah just seen the Neon Hybrid EX with white band. But would prefer the back to be covered like the Neon Hybrid does
[Galaxy S II Accessories] chestvrg:
where did you order the EX revention yellow version? I'm having difficulties finding EX revention yellow since at the SGP official site they only have other colors but not revention yellow,

please post a link.

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where did you order the EX revention yellow version? I'm having difficulties finding EX revention yellow since at the SGP official site they only have other colors but not revention yellow,

please post a link.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] tietherope:
Their Amazon store has it, so does Ebay.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
I have the Neo Hybrid, but the Hybrid EX looks tempting.

Dont really want to hed out another £20 though!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] RUKI:
Try serch on eBay, they have all color you want.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Whats the overall verdict then?

Hybrid Ex or Hybrid?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] miketwn:
Hybrid Ex for sure. Fits good and keeps the original S2 shape..win win... (btw i got a silver one)
[Galaxy S II Accessories] beaver2233:
if you are using the official extended battery obviously go for the EX...though otherwise go for the standard hybrid, provides better protection
[Galaxy S II Accessories] tietherope:
But it sags after about a month and you will then order the EX anyway.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] doccubus:
Thank you! I wanted a yellow one, but they only had the black one in stock. Should be arriving today.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] davidle24:
Thanks heaps for the comparison! Just what I was looking for today!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Will see what happens.

Currently using the Neo Hybrid, if it does sag, like people have siad. Firstly i will be definately complining to SGP about how poor the tem is for the time its been on the phone.

Secondly, i will probably purchase the EX.

Would buy the EX now, just to basically see what its like, but the fat thats its £20, kind of puts me off!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] :
A little bit more as time goes on; it seems to have a limited # of heat cycles and removal cycles before it all feels a little looser. That said it's a nice case; slender, some protection, and looks good.

Here's a compare/contrast I did between the Neo Hybrid and the Otterbox:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=18203081&postcount=359

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The price is a bit much; I paid $35 CDN (~35 USD) at the time I bought my Otterbox, no shipping fees, sourced locally. Neo Hybrid is $28 USD (+shipping). I like my Neo Hybrid, but it's a "$15 case".
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
I know what you mean, if the Neo Hybrid EX was priced at say £10 i probably wouldn't hesitate to buy one!

My Neo Hybrid, seems to be holding up well.

Think i prefer the lip over the screen on the Hybrid ex though, looks a lot smaller
[Galaxy S II Accessories] sefelizrc:
Its maybe halfway betwen design and protection... I like it!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Nowhere seems to stock the Black Neo Hybrid EX one in the UK!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] :
With shipping you'll have a £50 case :-D

Sent from my MicroTAC 9800X using speech to fax modem
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Anno! Other colours dont do it for me!

I like the yellow, just dont think it would suit it really!

Shame about the black not been in stock!

The only thing that bothers me a little with the Neo Hybrid is the size of the lipmthat covers the screen really!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] nikzDHD:
To those saying the Black EX not available I myself have purchased it from the UK and it is in stock, Amazon....
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Care to take some pics for us when youve got it on?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] nikzDHD:
Sure will post some up.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Cheers

10char
[Galaxy S II Accessories] tietherope:
I have the black and yellow Neo Hybrid Ex. I'm just waking up right now, but I'll get some pictures up later today.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] tietherope:
Here's a few pictures of the black Neo Hybrid EX I just took as requested.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] RUKI:
Black Neo Hybrid EX look nice.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Rinoko72:
Great pictures in the first post.. :)

I've got the extended battey :D, so my choice was easy..

Ordered an Hybrid EX, Champagne :D, from ebay, £17 delivered..

Got an Steinheil Ultra Crystal screen protector included as well for that price. :D
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Cheers for the pics!

WEhats the case like at the back for movement etc?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] tietherope:
The top right corner where they have the cut out for the Korean version moves if you press on it. The bottom right moves as well, but not as much, the top left even less and the bottom left not at all. That's if you're pressing on the corners on purpose though.

There is no movement when in hand and it feels really nice compared to the original Neo Hybrid. The phone feels so much thinner now after using other cases.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Hmm. tempted to buy! Just another feckin £20 to fork out!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Whats the difference in thickness between the Neo Hybrid and the EX?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] baineteo:
Both my friend and I have the standard case and they fit pretty nice. His case, however, started to sag (the middle portion on the back) although mine is still (thankfully) perfectly fine. I think it depends on your luck. I've been using it for about 2 or 3 months now.

If you bought the 2000mAh battery and don't want to buy a new case just for it, one of the ways to do it is to simply cut out the silicon that covers the battery cover. According to my friend (who later bought the EX for his extended battery), the EX essential feels like the same thing, just without that portion for battery cover.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] eranyanay:
Its no luck, its just depends on the temps the device gets to.

My case was perfectly fine till I used MHL cable for a few hours of playback,

mhl warms up the device a little, to somewhere around 42degrees.

At the moment i took the mhl cable off, I noticed the difference.

The case isnt the same since that time
[Galaxy S II Accessories] keyzjh:
SGP should have considered the temperature the GS2 is going to operate at. I'm very disappointed with the sag of the hybrid. Will never buy another SGP casing again.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] eranyanay:
I have the same conflict.

Unfortunately, I can't deem to find any good looking alternative.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Yeah its a tricky one. I have the original Neo Hybrid its fine, hasn't sagged.

Took he case of yesterday to replace battery (Trying the anker 1900) And didn't realise how thin the phone was without a case!

Feels like the Neo Hybrid really does add a good thickness to the phone.

The Neo Hybrid ex, is basically the Neo Hybrid with the back rubber part. Which does in a way look better, just not sure about the gap between the case and the back of the phone.

Im really after a case that gives it some protection, but does really keep that thinness of the phone!

So far, yet to see one :/
[Galaxy S II Accessories] stormcruiser:
the only thing about neo hybrid ex is the possibility of scratching the camera part.. while the neo hybrid has the sagging problem ;\
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
But, In reviews ive read the Hybrid EX Still protects the lense, Just.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] stormcruiser:
thats encouraging, might give the ex a try if so
[Galaxy S II Accessories] mr mystery:
I have a ceramic sgs2 so I went with the white ex case, it fits really well. I'm happy with it.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Bengaal:
Neo Hybrid (EX) converted!

So I had enough of the Neo hybrid. Look at pictures. The plastic was loose.

It didn't feel premium anymore. So I got a razerblade and forced it to transform to the EX case :D. As you can probably see the lens cover is still protected, because the edges of the case are still slightly out. NOW it feels new again!:cool: and so tight.

Hope this is helpfull for you guys. cheers..

PS: I have the case almost 2 months
[Galaxy S II Accessories] keyzjh:
Wow, which blade exactly did you use to cut the silicone so there aren't any rough edges? Since the silicone is soft i'm not too confident in cutting it..
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Bengaal:
just a stanley knife

an advice: if you do it. The easiest way is to hold the rubber with the opening of the screen down. Lay it down on a hard underground. and then cut from the outside. Don't worry that it have to be precise. I had rough edges at first. Just try the phone in it. And the you will see how much you still have to cut.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
I dont really like the gap it leaves between the case and the phone :/
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Bengaal:
Yes I can understand that, but I find it very useful. Because now the camera lens get protected if you lay it down on the table. And like this it feels much more solid than it was before. :rolleyes:
[Galaxy S II Accessories] superleeds27:
Still after a thin case.

I mean i purchased one other day which you can see on my other thread, its 0.3mm thick. Therefore doesn't offer much protection to the Lens.

Other then that, brilliant case. Could do with something maybe 1mm thick or something. But im pretty sure nothing exsists!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] :
Had some double sided tape left over from sealing my drafty windows with vapour barrier for the coming winter. Ended up applying some to the case as others have done in this thread. Applied it to the case rather than the phone so I could snap a pic of it with the phone. Pisses me off that I have to use tape to ensure that the non heat resistant case doesn't lift from the phone. Will be ordering up an Incipio; my Otterbox Commuter is just too big for a "daily carry".

As I've said before the Neo Hybrid is not a $28 case; I'd buy one again, for $10 and not pay shipping.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] miky702:
I have a white galaxy s2 and I bought a silver and a white EX cases to mix and match. I decided to keep the white outer case and the black rubber protection, so now I have a new, never used silver outer case and the white rubber protection for sale. Please contact me if interested thanks.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] goofy3:
Hi,

I've got question. Does anyone compare SGP from caseaddict with those from ebay?

Those from ebay are almost three times cheaper, are they genuine SGP? If not, what about quality, is it worth it?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SGP-NEO-Hyb...tDomain_0&hash=item3371c25f22#ht_22703wt_1396

I check feedback and everything seems to be ok...
[Galaxy S II Accessories] buxz777:
the cheap ones are fake and no where near the quality of proper sgp products , i wouldnt touch the cheap fakes with a barge pole mate

they also dont come with the steinhall screen protector

if you use the search tool and type in fake sgp cases my thread may even pop up
[Galaxy S II Accessories] adotkdotjh:
I have the sagging problem with Neo hybrid as well. It was okay for the first month, but after that the heat from my galaxy stretched the silicone out. I contacted SGP, and they were already aware of the issue (I'm not sure why they are not using heat resistant silicone even though they know that this is an issue). They offered me a choice of partial refund or a new silicone. I chose to get the new silicone part, and i'm waiting for it now.

Hopefully it won't have the same problem....but if it does I'll just the middle portion and make it to Neo Hybrid EX.

Edit: they wanted to charge me for shipping and told me even the new silicone will deform sooner or later. I decided not to order the replacement.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] dgball:
Thanks for the review!
[Galaxy S II Accessories] geyce76:
look good !
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Lach0:
I bought SGP Neo Hybrid same time as the phone, it's a great case, I bought black version because it was the only available, now I regret not waiting, yellow looks badass. :D

Thanks for the review.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] mhanis:
Looks like thin cover for s ii. Nice look.

Thanks for the review.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] buxz777:
iam selling genuine spg neo hybrid and neo hybrid ex cases on ebay and amzon at the minute

they come with steinhall screen protector , box , paperwork etc and are the real deal just i got some as birthday presents and some as xmas presents and iam not using them

i only have dante red colour , boxes have been opened to check they were genuine

i have

2x hybrid ex bumper version each sgp case also comes with a free bumper case worth £7

2x hybrid normal version each sgp case also comes with a free bumper case worth £7

if anyone wants them i want £15 which includes recorded delivery to the uk , which aint bad seeing as they come with the steinhall ultra clear screen protector too and also the bonus bumper cases

pm me if interested

nice one
[Galaxy S II Accessories] cdzo72:
Great review, helps a lot to decide which
[Galaxy S II Accessories] californicated:
Has anyone tried if it helps to put the sagged rubber into the refrigerator?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] HJ nan:
DO NOT BUY SGP NEO HYBRID!! the rubber gets real saggy and loose after 2 weeks minimum IT DEFINITELY IS NOT WORTH YOUR 20 Euros. Overall loose fit and low quality case. The plastic casing is completely untrustworthy.

Can I get a refund for the loose case?
[Galaxy S II Accessories] compactdisc:
this is completely unacceptable. the rubber on my case has become wrapped/loose as well and doesn't fit completely anymore. there is a excess rubber all around the edges and near the camera lens. to top it off, sgp refuses to replace it because it's "user error" wtf
[Galaxy S II Accessories] theotheoth:
Why bother buying a geniune one?

I wanted to buy this case in red colour but then I saw all of the bad news...If the case in general ,both geniune and fake,have problem with the silicone after some time,why bother to buy the geniune one? :mad: :eek:
[Galaxy S II Accessories] TheIceKing:
I bought this case (SGP Neo Hybrid) in November 2011 and it's still perfectly fine. We purchased 3 genuine cases with 2 other colleagues at work and none of us has the problems as described above. Maybe they started using different material in 2012...

Additional info:

- My phone gets also really hot sometimes but that doesn't seem to effect the quality

- Personally I do not remove the case that much (maximally once a month)

Hope this helps making your decision.
[Galaxy S II Accessories] saidts:
With less than four months of use the rubber on back of the case (SGP Case Neo Hybrid) becomes loose.

Bought in May 2012

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Galaxy Nexus (i9250)

This is the response I received from SGP:
[Galaxy S II Accessories] Edgarhighmen:
dangit, Liked the case alot, lasted almost 2 years. Had same yellow case, non-ex but the silicone sagged from use after a few weeks (heat/gaming) and cut that off, and after is almost 2 years of use pulling it out of the pocket the plastic broke.

Its too bad that the "Bumper part are same" and the Ex isn't thicker or something for durability =/ grrrr

so many people cry about the sagging. Its nice while it lasts but eh, you could

A: Cut it off and turn your case into the Neo-Hyrbid EX or

B: buy a backup battery back door (for like under a dollar on ebay) and cut the inner silicone (from inside the plastic bezel) and superglue (or my favorite 3m Vehicle Emblem adhesive LOL) the silicone to your Secondary battery backdoor - putting that onto the phone first, then put the sgp case on normally over it, so it covers the silicone edges on the backdoor and stays Tucked into the plastic casing (AKA No cuts visible, and no sagging because its adhered fully to the battery door) ;)

Alittle DIY but it'll work. I might buy a new SGP and give it a go. Hmmm.
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] hua_wuxin:
http://hotfile.com/dl/131101226/7660669/GoogleTalk.zip.html

I got it from HTC Ruby test firmware. The apk has proper Google signature.

It's still versioned 1.3 but I think it is newer than the one from

http://goo-inside.me/gapps/gapps-gb-20110828-newtalk-signed.zip

, because this one has more complete Chinese localization.
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] psp888:
so does this work on the SGS2, has anyone test it?
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] juraj.s:
+1

I am also interested. It is shame for samsung that they are not able to bundle talk with video into stock FW. We are in the 21st century. :mad:
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] alil:
test on KI3.. working.. :)

however i intstall it manually by

1. extract the zip,

2. install the Talk2.apk

3. copy libtalk_jni.so into /system/lib using root explorer

thanks
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] dhruvmalik:
Does it need root to install?
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] a67543210:
Yes always.
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] drelite08:
Loses video after reboot. KI3
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] Vulpix:
Anyone has a good way to stop this from happening?
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] santhoshar:
Is this update available in Android market?
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] grosjeje70:
new google talk

is it possible to install directly the zip (gapps ) in the sgs2...?

and is it conpatible with the KI8 rom...?

(excus for my english..?)
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] shuweee:
i renamed the talk2.apk to talk.apk and move the file over to /systems/app

changed permissions to rw-r-r

copy the lib file to the /system/lib

now do the install using the apk.

talk seem to stick after reboot
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] ajftl:
One dumb question but i can't download **** with stock browser. Always get download unsuccessful.. I tried some things and still nothing. What's up with that?
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] iamchenxin:
i use this way to install ,and now i can not log in gtalk.

even i recover with my original talk.apk . the gtalk still can not log in .

How can i log my gtalk,thanks.
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] claimui:
Get the Download All Files app from Market.
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] imani:
The stock android browser doesnt allow you to download unsupported files. This includes files like .zip, .rar etc. Instead you get download failed. As claimui said get the download all files app from the market.
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] nicegagan:
Gtalk video working perfect on Samsung Galaxy S2 XXKI4 Android 2.3.5
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] Vulpix:
Help plz? I am still unable to make this google talk version stick after reboot. I tried some of the methods here (I don't understand the changed permissions to rw-r-r method) and nothing makes it stick after reboot. My SGS2 reverts back to the old Google Talk. :(
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] nicegagan:
Hi,

First thing first Make Sure You Have Root access. i believe you have already rooted your phone.

to check root access use Root Check Basic (get it from android market)

This is Manual installation of gtalk

You Need Root Explorer (File Manager) for changing the permissions of \system\lib folder from R/O to R/W to copy libtalk_jni.so the file in \system\lib. Backup Your existing Gtalk files with Titanium Backup or Astro file Manager.

Download the GoogleTalk2.zip from page 1 unzip

1. Take Backup for existing Gtlak.

2. Delete the old Talk.odex and talk.apk from \system\app

3. Download both files, install gtalk2.apk

4. copy libtalk_jni.so run root explorer go to \system\lib change folder permissions from (Mouned R/O) readonly to (Mount R/W) ReadWrite rename the existing libtalk_jni.so to oldlibtalk_jni.so now Paste the copied libtalk_jni.so earlier to \system\lib Reboot Your Phone and Cross Your Fingers

I have tested on Samsung Galaxy S2 XXKI4 Android 2.3.5, and front camera video with voice working fine .

Hope this will Help.
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] shaan_npl:
Try This

Hi there,

I am just a noob, but tried Criskelo's latest rom and gtalk video works out of the box. Also this rom is much more better than the sgs2 stock rom.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1168836
[Galaxy S II Themes and Apps] Vulpix:
Your method works! Thanks a lot! It now sticks after reboot!