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[LG Optimus 2x] JoeArbiter:
I have the SAME problem. People are saying use NVFlash or Smart Flash or Go into Recovery mode. I used NVFlash - doesn't work for me and I tried the Recovery mode like you and I can't choose anything. It's suprising that there's NOTHING in these forums to help us.
[LG Optimus 2x] TrymHansen:
To the first guy: Wrong forum. He'll find everything he needs in the G2X forum.

To the last guy: Probably the same, since NVFlash or Smartflash usually works fine. You didn't mention your model though.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bowtieduece:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Aluminum-Me...976685?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item231a1d336d

Thought id share another case i found..
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] stearic:
Well this looks interesting, if only they weren't $31 for them i'd get one to test out.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 4Pr3mier:
They finally come out with bumpers. Good looking out. The colors look nice, probably will be too heavy for me.

I might try this one out, but it might be very flimsy and loose. It's cheap enough to test out I guess.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TPU-BUMPER-...t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item905d2ca610
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bowtieduece:
Nice hadnt seen that one yet.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
Anybody with actual pictures or experiences on this Aluminium Bumper?

It does look very interesting, but I'm worried it's a loose fit just as the Barely-There case for the Galaxy Nexus GSM.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Surge1:
these are really nice but wont the metal just block gps/nfc like the metal back covers did?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] vikramdhani:
I have used the metal bumpers on my iPhone and never had any issues but again you have to try it to know yourself :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sm_x:
will this fit the CDMA version?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ClawDaddy:
I would be really interested in this if they came out with a version for the CDMA model.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] AdamHart612:
Those look beyond awesome. Will order one and try it out. A case that includes screws? Haha hell yeah count me in.

Just saw this one as well, will be ordering a silver or black one I think:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/290671148814#ht_9690wt_1156

Seems to have the metal battery cover built in
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
Metal Battery Covers are know for breaking NFC and GPS function on the Galaxy Nexus. I'm not sure if a case with metal back won't have the same problem.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] AdamHart612:
I'm aware, and I do use both frequently with NFC tags all over my house, car, etc. But I'm willing to give it a shot. I can't imagine the bumper only case has a detrimental effect, but the other one probably does.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
Been using Tasker for a long time but I'm very interested in using NFC tags too. Anyway once you got the bumper please report back and post some pics. Might get one too ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] KiNG OMaR:
Any metal WILL interfere with NFC. An NFC sticker on a metal surface will render it useless, until you remove it that is :eek:
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] AdamHart612:
Yeah, found that out after setting one on my Macbook. I'm still willing to bet the bumper case will work, but we'll see. If it doesn't no biggie, guinea pig.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Step666:
That's not 100% true.

Plenty of people have modded their Nexus and put a Touchstone receiver (a metal disc) under the battery cover with no effect on NFC performance provided it's mounted far enough up the handset.

So the bumpers should be fine.

Plus you can get NFC tags now that will work on metal surfaces.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
Thanks for clarifying!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Step666:
You're welcome.

Certainly any metal battery cover will kill your NFC.

But as I say, the bumper should be fine as it leaves the back of the handset uncovered.

However I'm not promising anything - the only way to be sure is for someone to try it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] manningfan10:
Just bought a white tpu bumper. Will report back on how it fits the verizon nexus
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] FC1032:
Waited sooooo long for bumpers to finally arrive :)

That blue one is quite nice... I'll wait for some user reviews :D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
Thanks for the tests. No need to make the video. I belive your words ;) As I said I was just curious if the side-effect still exist in both conditions. Thanks again!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Drweird13:
Someone might want to see it, :)

Well I can't post links since I have a low post count. Go to Youtube and search for Galaxy Nexus eBay Aluminum Case Signal Strength Test

---------- Post added at 03:27 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:25 PM ----------

If anyone wants to buy the case let me know.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
Embedded your video in this post for easier display. Thanks for the efforts, Drweird13!

[YOUTUBE]QNbE9_T6fA8[/YOUTUBE]

Video recorded by Drweird13
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] johnp357:
thanks this is exactly what I needed. makes me sad that something so awesome looking can screw up what the phone needs most. sigh...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] thevaristy:
Well crap. Wish I had not wasted my money. :(
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] beazie0885:
does anyone know of a beltclip holster that would work with this aluminum bumper on? anyone have any ideas? i just switched from the qmadix belt clip case combo and i would love something similar. please any input would would be appreciated!!!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] funkdoobi:
so my case arrived today. I'm using it with the hyperion 3800mah extended battery. It's comboing great. I'm so thankful that it arrived today, as I dropped my phone at work today onto ceramic tile... The case has a little paint chip on it now, but other than that, it protected it like a champ!

Also, regarding the signal loss claims above. I haven'tnoticed a loss of signal, at all. It's working just as it was before. That being said, I think it's a great case.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] johnp357:
are you on VZ? can you post an image of your bumper? show the signal before and after the bumper gets installed would be great!

thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Monk4Life:
No issues either with a GSM Galaxy Nexus. Maybe this is why the case is only designed for the i9250.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Burrito Bandit:
Nothing against cases but I dont believe in them. Recently my buddy bought the new iphone dropped it and cracked the screen. Seen the same with droids at work. I dropped my droid several times without no breaks. I recommend getting insurance over a case.

As a side story I remember when MP3 players first came out and were a big thing. I bought this slick philips nike player that cost about 3 big ones and it even had a little rubber case. I only dropped it twice and it never worked after that. This was before the ipod as well.

As another side story I washed my ipod in the clothes washer twice. Put it through the drier twice. Had it for about four years. Still works. I also had intentionally put it through the drier since I had washed my wifes and thought air drying hers would work but it didn't. The dryer is a great invention.

Cheers

Burrito
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Treatcon:
I bought a black Aluminum Metal Bumper Case cover and love it!

Previously I used the Otterbox Defender but as stated before in a YouTube video it kinda shifted in the case and I stopped using it. I then went with the Seido Convert value pack and this sucker was awesome, but a little on the bulky side. I loved the belt clip the most and this is why I stuck with the case.

Today I got both the aluminum metal bumper case in and also the Skinomi tech skin. I installed the Skinomi carbon fiber tech skin on the battery cover and the screen protector. The rest of the Skinomi kit for the sides of the Nexus I just tossed to the side since the phone actually fits really tight in the aluminum bumper case. Played with the phone for a bit and it's all pretty responsive and no binds or anything on the buttons. Also holding it in my hand feels natural and better than the Seido case. My cell signal/reception has not changed much. It might have went done like one bar or so, but it could of just been the cloudy/rainy weather today.

Something I kinda stumbled upon was the Nexus with the aluminum bumper case fits very well inside the Seido belt holster that I got with the Convert value pack!!

So my final setup for my GSM Nexus will be...

Skinomi TechSkin - Black Carbon Fiber Film Shield & Screen Protector

Seido Convert Combo Holster

Genuine Samsung Google Galaxy Nexus GT I9250 2000mah Extended Battery and Case Cover

Aluminum Alloy Blade Metal Frame Bumper Case - black

Cheers!! :cool:

**EDIT**

The Seido Convert Value Pack came with 2 belt holsters. One only for the Surface case (Surface holster) and one for the Surface case, skin and skeleton (Convert combo holster). The convert combo holster fits damm near perfect!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] paramnesya:
Finding screws for CDMA/LTE/Verizon version!

I had a hard time finding the screws that was mentioned in this post, and am too impatient to wait to have them shipped from an online retailer (I already waited FOR-EVER for the case!!)

As it was roughly 3AM and there weren't any hardware stores open, I made a trip to Walmart. Of course they wouldn't have these screws in the hardware area.. But! If you go to the pharmacy and look for an

eyeglass repair kit, it should have the screw you need

. (This is the one I purchased.) Unfortunately, the four screws in the kit are all different sizes, so I had to buy four kits ($0.97/each) to have the required screws.

After I got home, I found that I actually only needed two... The bottom of my phone fits into the case perfectly and can be used with the standard screws.

Plus, you can never have too many itty bitty screw drivers lying around, right?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Xirix12:
Good to know! I just ordered this case and expect delivery in 15-20 business days so i will make sure to get those screws next month in preparation for my cases arrival!

I would like to see pictures of your bumper on the phone. And any others for that matter!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] oilerseberle14:
Just got my case and it looks great! My bottom two screws weren't long enough so I just used two screws from an old pair of sunglasses I had lying around, and they worked great. I have not noticed any loss in signal with the case on it seems the same.

Edit : my GPS no longer works with the bumper on every other wireless serclvice works perfect just the GPS is messed up
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bhagiratha:
Anyone will to sell a gray Aluminum Metal Bumper Case cover?

I am deciding to either buy one or not since I am waiting for the launch of the SGS3.

Just need to try it on and not willing to wait 3 weeks for delivery from korea.

PM me

thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jonagpa:
Anyone interested in selling their aluminum case? Ill take any color but prefer silver, or black. pm me.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] FC1032:
I'm glad someone finally made a metal bumper.

... But, I wish it was a bit less "bulky". Perhaps its due to the design of our phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Xirix12:
I'd be willing to sell it. Just send me a pm and we can talk. I will warn though that I lost a significant amount of signal when I had it on. I'm not in a 4G area so idk what the difference would be. Mine is the silver gray colored on. It looks like brushed aluminum. Looks nice just won't use it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
Is it possible that the Aluminum Bumper causes problems on the CDMA version of the Galaxy Nexus and not on the GSM version. Could the antenna aligning be different to cause this issue or do GSM owner face the same reception problems?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] vagelis:
GPS wouldn't lock with my GSM nexus either, so I would say that signals are attenuated or severely impacted regardless of model.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
Thanks for clarifiying. Had the impression I only saw posts with people on CDMA GNEX.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] paramnesya:
I absolutely adored my bumper case - still do, actually - but the reception issues that the case caused outweigh the 'I LOVE IT' factor. I live in an area that gets about -100dBm; with the case I was dropping to -120dBm and was basically stuck there. [Removing the case raised the reception to -100 again.]

I'm hoping that I can flash a new radio and see if that makes a difference. (Anyone have a N00B quite for radios?)

I really, really liked the 'bulky' factor. I use tablet mode on my phone, so the added bulk really helped the 'tablet' feel. After I removed the case (for reasons above), it took some adjusting to become accustom with the slimmer size.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kilj0y:
Has anyone found an aluminum bumper that doesnt interfere with signal/gps issues. I really love the look of some of those cases but it is not worth the loss of signal.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] paramnesya:
I'm interested as well. I love the aluminum bumper case that I have, but it just kills my signal to the point that my phone is useless.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] oilerseberle14:
I live in Saskatchewan and am on sasktel I have not experienced any loss in signal and my GPS works the same as before... try different modems if you have trouble...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] delti90:
I bought this case too. I've been testing signal with it, I go from four bars to no signal when I put the case on. So it definitely kills my signal. Such a shame, it's a nice case.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] FC1032:
Did you guys see this one?

http://www.gilddesign.com/en/galaxynexus.html

... But it's 10600 Yen... that's 130AUD way too steep :eek: Also can't find details on whether it ships internationally
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mayor bloom:
that is kind of bas ass, I wonder how it affects the gps and 4g signal.

I am running the cdma with the aluminum bumper, the fit is ok at best the top does not close all the way. As for signal, I am still running 4g but only 2 bars and GPS does take a few minutes to lock.

The only reason I am desperate for a perfect bumper is that I need access to my battery, I go through my extended plus regular almost every day. Taking off the case over and over F***'s up my Zagg screen protector.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] akira8473:
I love the aluminum bumper, but its a bit bulky for me, plus like everyone has mentioned, it interferes with the gps. So one day i got ambisious and broke out the dremel and a file and went to work on the case.

Im not finished but so fat its slimmer on all sides and i have less interference.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] GegeV2:
Hmm tempted to get this!

Currently using SGP Neo Hybrid....which has chipped off at the side :o

Any pics of Red or Blue??

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] shoobiedoobiiwhompwop:
aluminum is really easy to work thru with the dremel right , but how much lesser of an amount interferance before vs after
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] ddgarcia05:
Anyone looking to sell there grey bumper case? Pm me.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] akira8473:
I used to have a really hard time getting my location in maps, while i was still and driving it could never pinpoint me. now its much more accurate, i can actually use the navigation. don't get me wrong it still has some trouble but it just doesn't seem like as much.

the things is though, I know my way around this city pretty good, so I don't use any GPS functionality very much, so what I'm noticing may be all in my head.

either way i love this case even more now that I shaped it the way i wanted it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Infrabasse:
Pics

Here's my combo

2x Metal bumper; I used the bare alu for the back and the anodised black for the front rim

1x Mugen Power 3800mAh battery and cover

1x SGP ultra clear screen protector
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jbdub1771:
wow that looks nice with the extended battery back but i bet thats really bulky now
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Infrabasse:
Thanks :) It is a bit bulky yeah but the case adds an immense feeling of protection. It feels so sturdy, you get the feeling you could almost use this as a weapon.

At the moment I'm back on an SGP Ultra Hybrid. I'll get back into this alu case but the screw system makes it a little bit of a chore to swap in and out of.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jordanishere:
So I just got this case from ebay for $19ish shipped. I had to bend the metal frame (top unit) in order to get it to fit correctly, and I lost one of the screws (thank God for extras that came with the case). The cutouts for all the ports are spot on.

UPDATE: this case definitely effects GPS. I switched to my Otterbox commuter case because I was concerned about the aluminum bumpers ability to protect the front of the device in the event of a face first drop. The phones screen is very close to the top part of the aluminum case. Since the aluminum cases top piece is very thin, and easily bendable, I feel that it may actually damage the screen in the event of a fall directly impacting the front corner or side of the device. I also do not feel that there is enough foam on the inside of this case. Long term wear and tear probably will not go well, as grains of sand and dirt, and other debries that get stuck between the phone and the case may end up damaging your device.

Here are some photos. It def looks cool, but I feel that you are risking the safety of your device in the event of a face down drop as the cases lip is thin, un padded, pliable, and VERY close to the screen.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mangusZen:
I was lurking at this baby too but I'm concerned about signal and gps issues..

What are your experiences?

Sent from Vega gnex
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jordanishere:
Google wallet workes with no issues, so im assuming that nfc in general has no issues with this case. GPS on the other hand seems to be impacted... its much slower and sometimes wont lock. Can anyone else with this case confirm? Im too lazy to unscrew the case and retest. With my otterbox i didnt have gps problems, however its rare that I even use gps so I pry wont change the case.

UPDATE: this case definitely effects GPS. I switched to my Otterbox commuter case because I was concerned about the aluminum bumpers ability to protect the front of the device in the event of a face first drop. The phones screen is very close to the top part of the aluminum case. Since the aluminum cases top piece is very thin, and easily bendable, I feel that it may actually damage the screen in the event of a fall directly impacting the front of the device. I also do not feel that there is enough foam on the inside of this case. Long term wear and tear probably will not go well, as grains of sand and dirt, and other debries that get stuck between the phone and the case may end up damaging your device.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] QuentinLangley:
My $0.02 on the deal. Aluminum cases are sexy. End of story.

But really, their are many three factors involved with signal reception. Location of sensor, materials nearby deflecting radio signals, and quality of the antenna.

Nfc and gps should be unaffected as the antennas are on the backside unobstructed by the bumper case. Cell radio could be affected as I'm not sure of the physical location of the antenna but difference should be minor relative to my quick unscientific phone in a pop can signal test which gave me no conclusional data that would say that the aluminum can surrounding my phone was blocking signal. As for the phones magnetic sensor if you put a ferrous steal screw in that corner of the case it may be enough to force it to have unstable readings.

Other thoughts, Currently using otterbox defender case and feels sloppy as they made it with tolerances to fit cdma version. The holster clip feels cheap and often comes loose from my belt. I plan to make my own leather belt pouch as I carry too many other things in my pockets to also store my phone there.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Infrabasse:
When in my alu bumper, my zappatag which I had stuck inside on the backplane of the phone near the camera (the extended battery cover allows for such placement of the sticky NFC tag) could not be read.

I had to move the tag to the backside of the battery cover, raised from the back of the phone for it to be read correctly.

I haven't tried but I suspect the stock battery's NFC chip would have troubles being read, my extended battery's nfc maybe less as it is raised and stick outside of the plane of the aluminium bumper.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kokanee483:
Just got mine (wanted grey, they sent black, dealing with the seller for a refund or a new one)..

w/ white carbon fiber vinyl wrap on back cover.

Only 1dB drop in signal strength with cover on.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] -fernando-:
a doubt about this "case" - the signal (wifi, gps, radio) improves? because the function of the bumper would not lessen the impact in case of a fall (and they are aluminum - that would nullify utility)?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Infrabasse:
The case does lessen the impact. The fact it is a shell around the phone helps spread the force of the impact onto a wider area of the phone, and that also works even if you don't take into consideration the fact it has rubber cushions in key locations.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jordanishere:
I own this case, and those rubber cushions are worthless.

The cushions are so thin, there's no way they can absorb much of a shock. Also they only are glued to the back side of the case. What about the front lip? Its metal on glass.

If the phone falls on its face in this case, the screen may incur damage due to the soft aluminum nature of the case, which may be bent into the glass screen because of the impact from a drop.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] JetBomber117:
I ordered a grey one, and it arrived today. After reading over the reviews, I decided to give it a try, despite owning an LTE Nexus. The screws indeed were not long enough to close the case on the phone, and I was about to jump in the car and go get some longer screws for it when I realized I can't even get the battery cover off when the case is on. That defeats the entire purpose of the case and unfortunately that's one of the main reasons I wanted a bumper case. Oh well, blew some money..
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
Which case did you order and why do you think that you can't remove the battery cover. I have a couple of the original design ones and the battery cover comes off just fine with no problems. Shoot some pictures of the case on the phone so we can see what you're talking about.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] JetBomber117:
Sorry about that, I forgot we were talking about so many cases.

I can't tell if it's bent, though I don't know how it could be, since it came in that hard shell container. It could maybe just fit differently when its screwed together, but it doesn't seem like that could be the cause either.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
Maybe it's just angle the pictures but it sure looks like the back come off okay. I have mine on my phone right now and it looks exactly the same. I just placed my fingernail in the little slot at the top and it pops right off.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] JetBomber117:
Well, the good news is that you are indeed correct, after trying again, I managed to get it off using a pocket knife, but I can't using my nail. Happy day! I don't know why I couldn't get it off the first time I tried it, no matter what I did.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
Also when you put it in the case try shifting around maybe a little lower it does move a little bit inside the case before you tighten it down. I've noticed that sometimes the buttons don't work quite right and if I try again in a little bit different position they work beautifully
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] JetBomber117:
Here's some followup photos, for those wondering how the grey case looks/fits on the CDMA version. It's a little green for my taste, as far as greys go, but it looks pretty close to the color of the phone. I also managed to get it to fit using the original screws, I just had to squeeze the phone a bit to allow the screws to grip on the thread.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] JetBomber117:
Noticeably weaker signal today. My normally low signal in basement classes is now reduced to no signal at times.

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] -Slick-:
awesome will be good to hear how you get on with it
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tinyau09:
I ordered one Aluminium bumper case as well. will revert comments of them when they arrived; )