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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] antcardi:
Black bumper ordered today, I'll report back with review and pics once it arrives. I'm crossing my fingers it fits vzw gnex.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 2manycells:
I wish it has a back cover even if it were TPU plastic or something. But I love the idea of screws!! hell yeah. that's a man's case. lol
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Neo3D:
A case the requires screws sucks for when you have to change batteries, which is often with this phone.

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nice can't wait to hear your update. please post lots of pix! also, post the "install" procedure.

i would get the pink one for my gf, but if it requires screws to install, then forget it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
Looking forward to hear back from all of you -- with pictures of course ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tylorweaver:
Grrr, I REALLY want that machined aluminum one with the screws... I wish they had that in a VZW-compatible version.. Sigh :(
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] nexile:
;o beautiful and cheap. Too good to be true? ^^ Let me know how you like it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jlczl:
I have this one and it is BEAUTIFUL. I get multiple comments about it daily. I really like it but then again I don't use the NFC so am not sure if it affects it as some others have commented.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Clarkkent434:
Can't wait to here how it works on the Gnex.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tspx23:
just ordered the black. it's probably going to take forever since its coming from Hong Kong :(.

I usually never order from outside the US on ebay just due to long-shipping times.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jhericurls:
A few more pictures here:

http://www.aliexpress.com/product-f...sung-Google-Nexus-Prime-Case-wholesalers.html

The back looks to fit quite flush, but the front bezel looks to stick out quite a bit.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Clarkkent434:
I can't wait to see it if this work on CDMA Gnex.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jhericurls:
Found a video

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[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Clarkkent434:
It looks like he assembles it on the floor. lol
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] FC1032:
Crouching tiger, hidden dragon :D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] F_L_Abs:
Thanks for posting!

Ordered mine a while back. Should be coming in within the next week!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] KLUVJ:
Guys， if you are looking for pics.

Go here； http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=13769246012

Oh and check this out. This back mated to the case equals one word : SEXY

http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=110-1lz3-3YUUT.6oZb-80YAU.h-h3bQv&id=13770497131&

currentyly contacting their sales to see if review item is possible.

DAMN this case is sexy
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Jeffrey000:
I'm very interested to see how much larger this makes the phone.

And how do I tell what version of the phone I have?

It's a rogers phone, with sim card. So does that mean the barely there case will fit my phone?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] redrapt0r:
Anyone else noticing that the phone is either INSANELY big or his hands are REALLY small...Or is the phone actually that big and I never noticed :D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] KLUVJ:
You have the gsm version. There are two versions of the phone. one is the cdma which only verizon has, and then everyone else has the GSM Galaxy Nexus. And yes, the barely there case would fit your phone
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Clarkkent434:
Is there really any size differences in the two beside radio technology?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] redrapt0r:
The CDMA (Or Verizon variant AKA, i515) is a hair thicker than the GSM variant. With that said, there seems to be a bit more support for the GSM phone. Cases that fit the CDMA phone will more than likely fit the GSM, although not all GSM cases fit the CDMA.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
The Barely-There cases will fit your GSM-phone, but it's known that the BT cases for the Galaxy Nexus GSM is loose fit unlike on other phones which Case-Mate produces Barely-There cases for. Check YouTube to see what you get into before you buy that case otherwise I would always recommend BT cases for it's sleek design and fit.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] textus:
Anyone knows if this has a minimal lip such that when the phone is placed on its screen, it'll be lifted from the surface?

Heard someone already got the case, how much thicker/bigger will the phone get?

Also, this doesn't work with NFC tags do they? Read the thread and heard someone talking about metal conducting NFC tags. Does that mean the Galaxy Nexus with stock battery is capable of communicating to a metal-able conducting NFC tag despite a metallic battery door? Or does it just means future generations of phones'/batteries' NFC antennas will be capable of conducting through metal?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] -Slick-:
hi has anyone received their TPU bumper cases yet?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tylorweaver:
Wrong thread dude.. stay on topic please! This is a discussion regarding the aluminum bumper cases only. not about the other cases Please read the thread topic next time before commenting, thank you.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] -Slick-:
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=23058796&postcount=21
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] JayBeezy802:
while this is a great looking case ( and who knows about the antenna/GPS effects it will have) the major issue I see with this is the headphone socket. Depending on how thick your plug is it may not fit. I have Beats and the plug is a 90 degree connection so I'm fairly certain won't work on this case.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] AdamHart612:
I have no battery problems. My single stock battery gets me through more than a day just fine. I've only ever needed to pull it to deal with a bootloop. I get better battery life then any other android phone I've used.

I'll post a pic when/if it ever arrives. Last two items I purchased from eBay overseas (HK and Korea) took over a month to arrive, so might be a bit.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 4Pr3mier:
I was the one who suggested the TPU bumper in this same thread.

I have it on order and it is somewhere on a ship in the Pacific. Still waiting =) I expected it to be here by now though. I bought something else from HK a day after and it already arrived on Monday. Same shipping methods too.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 1voltron:
i received my black & white bumper cases today. both fit my verizon galaxy. fit is good, but i wish that the power and volume buttons were cutout. i got the bumper case because i have the extended battery and this works really well with the larger battery cover.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 4Pr3mier:
Is it all TPU or is it part plastic/part TPU?

I noticed in the pictures that the white one was two-toned inside.

http://imgs.inkfrog.com/pix/extraps/conew_conew_p1110269_conew1.jpg
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] tylorweaver:
... AGAIN,

REAAAAAAAD

the SUBJECT of the thread.........

PM the dude in that single post, if you're interested about some OTHER case, than the aluminum ones please.....

THIS IS FOR THE ALUMINUM BUMPER CASE.

Just in-case you can't read, here's a link right back atcha, to the FIRST page of THIS VERY

SAME

thread..... http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=23360576#post23360576

Ps, in-case you're new to web forums/message boards... the format/structure/hierarchy goes like this:

(SOURCE: http://wiki.sdn.sap.com/wiki/display/KMC/Forum+Content+Hierarchy )
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jayharper08:
Keep it polite fellas. Fair warning.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] DroidDavi:
I guess I will have to take the plunge and buy the aluminum bumper

Sent from my iPhone smashing Galaxy Nexus
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] davpel:
Since there has been some confusion in this thread, I just want to confirm voltron that you are talking about the aluminum bumper case which is the original subject of this discussion? If so, can you take some pictures? How much size/weight does it add to the device? How bad are the inset power and volume buttons? Is this a case you can see yourself using on an everyday basis?

Thanks in advance.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Clarkkent434:
Very good Point. I am extremely interested. And would love to see pics. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Jeekyfied:
eh does anyone knows where I can find the aluminium bumper in Singapore? ebay don't ship there.....
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
Okay I got my aluminum bumper case the other day and try to install it on my verizon galaxy nexus. It will not fit with the screws that come with it but if you go to a true value hardware and get socket head screws and a .50 allen wrench the case fits like a dream. if anybody needs I can run back by true value and get the exact dimensions on the screws but they do have a them.... I will note that if you use the headphone jack in your car most ends are too big to fit in the hole I found a smaller headphone cable at radio shack cost like 15 dollars.. I will note there is a small small lip due to the thicker size of the verizon galaxy nexus. Other than that the case is perfect all the manufacture should do is add a little bit longer screws and this would be just fine for anyone the lip is barely noticeable. Being a car guy I think I'm going to strip 1 down and polish it love polished aluminum.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
And I will note I do have the extended battery and the battery cover is completely removable with the case on no I haven't tried to reinstall it with the case on that could be an issue getting old little clips in..
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] DroidDavi:
I want one of these I'm just worried about drop protection

Sent from my iPhone smashing Galaxy Nexus
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
I would say drop protection for this case is pretty darn good I mean it covers all the sides and lips front and rear only if you dropped it on something to hit the front you could be in trouble...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Ovrclck:
dude...you guys!! Enough with these awesome threads! I've spent way too much money on cases alone. lol :D
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] lucasmalaguti:
LOL

I was just thinking that!

I have 3 cases already.. but I was thinking about getting a extended battery and this would be great.

But I think the barrel of the case (in front view) is a little big.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jadaress1:
Yeh does look a lil big from the front, still waiting on mine in red.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] astarling10:
Thanks for the pics mopar. I ordered the grey bumper case a few days ago. I have the GSM gnex with extended battery so it should fit just as good. Glad to know from the pics that the front doesn't stick out as far as I originally thought from other pics of the phone with the bumper on it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] erisurfer:
Thanks to you I just ordered the blue one! I'd been holding out until someone that already ordered posted pics lol. I have the CDMA w/ extended battery also. Do you know what size the socket screws were? I'm afraid I'm not very handy :rolleyes:
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] akira8473:
advice

A word of advice

I have orders the same style aluminum bumpers for a few iphones, and the coloured ones were down after a while.

I had a black anodized aluminum bumper for my iphone 4 and after about a month, all around the edges where i held it, it was worn down to the aluminum surface. I didn't look terrible, but just a word of caution to those who like an immaculate case.

I just ordered the silver aluminum Gnex case to avoid the were problem.(will post pics when i get it)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 2dmaxhtc:
Looks awesome I ordered the black one I think I might order the blue one noe thanks a lot buddy for the pics
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
Yea give me a day or two and I will stop and get the size...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Clarkkent434:
Sound like the case was not anodized properly. It should have not done that.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cordell507:
Exactly probably weren't anodized
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] kkhanmd:
How easy is it to use volume and on and off button with this case on? Are there clear cut outs with easy access and ability to easily press those buttons?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
Case has buttons built in so they work very well..
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] akira8473:
Theres an obvious difference between painted aluminum and anodized aluminum

the case i refer to was definitely anodized, the problem is there are different methods of introducing color during the anodizing process. they may have just waited till the metal was porous and introduced the color. Plus there is a possibility that it wasn't sealed, causing it to wear so fast.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] MagicMan3:
Just ordered the Silver one, love bumper cases
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] JayBeezy802:
How much wider does the phone feel? I want a back or silver one maybe pink I don't know if I want to spend 40 bones, but they look sweet. I also hope they don't interfere with GPS or Data. Where are the antennae anyways?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
It doesn't feel any wider to me but I have large hands so I can palm a galaxy note with no problem. I think all data is fine Wi-Fi is fine and I think nfc is working better...

GPS is great also used nav today....
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] bimmerboii:
Anyone else got the bumper? Please post pics.. looking for feedback on the blue/black or red one.

Do the colors wear out like what one of the members said?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sfierro:
Just wondering, what site did everyone purchase theirs?

This case looks awesome, i'm just still a little timid about ordering one. With my luck, i would order one and they would come out with one designed for the i515 next day lol.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] akira8473:
got mine from eBay. I don't think it will fit the i515 properly. I got an i515 clear case from eBay and it is a few millimeters bigger than my GNex, so if you git this aluminum case it may fit on but you would have a gap where the case doesn't come all the way together.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Aluminum-cas...Accessories&hash=item3cc364f1fd#ht_500wt_1198

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Samsung-Gala..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item35b9e4dbbc
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
This case fits the I 515 with no problem see my pictures you do have to replace the screws with slightly longer screws available it true value hardware see my post.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rabidfurball:
I'm thinking of picking up a blue one myself. Did you figure out what size socket screws are needed for the case? We don't have any true values around here, but hopefully home depot would have them...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
No I will go look today
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
first stage of polishing the aluminum case is done take a look see what you think.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] asianrage:
Did it take long?

I think painting it glossy black would make it pretty nice looking.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
It took about an hour to do just the front bezel I would recommend against painting you will not get a very good finish without the paint becoming too thick.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] evohog:
that looks amazing! Just ordered a silver one, how long did you wait for yours?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] evohog:
Sorry, double post.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sfierro:
Okay okay, you guys convinced me. I ordered one in black. : )
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Hydarnes:
Hi everyone.

I'm curious about camera lens. Is that case provide enough thickness on the back? You know, just to put the phone on the table without worries.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
OK I stopped and got the info on the screws for any one who wants to use this on the Verizon galaxy nexus .. this was at ace hardware fyi
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] davpel:
Thanks so much for the information!!!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] redrapt0r:
So other than screws, the case fits nicely on the i515? There is no gap or other oddities?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
See my post with pics if I made this case I would add a second set of screws and sell it for both...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] textus:
Anyone bought this; have the answers?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
Okay first question yes it would protect the front or the back when lay down there is a enough of a lip that the screen would not touch the counter like wise the back would not touch. It doesn't add some extra weight but not too much I like it feels good also the battery cover on the rear is completely removable so you can swap batteries with the case on. As far as in it she goes the case does not come with a new battery cover so it in no way affects nfc as a matter of fact I believe the nfc seems to work better for me after putting the case on.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sumfknguy:
does the metal front come in direct contact with the screen? is there any felt to protect screen from the metal front? hate to get scratches on the screen :(...thks
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
I don't think so I think it just contact the very edge but I went ahead and put an x o skin screen protector on mine along with a carbon fiber battery cover in my phone is totally protected plus it doesn't move around in there so don't really see much chance of scratches it's completely locked in.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] joeykache:
Pics

Hey everyone, i ordered a black one and finally after a long period of waiting I've received it. The case does add some bulk to the phone, nonetheless i feel as if it'll take a really good beating from drops and protect the device. I do have an extended 2000mah battery that i'm using which i ordered from ebay. It fits perfectly and the back cover does come off. Sorry the shots came out small for some odd reason :(. Hope it helps though.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] joeykache:
More pics

Here's some better shots.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] textus:
Thanks for the information! It helps to know that the screen doesn't touch the surface when the phone is faced down. I'm going to order it and hope it has a snug fit that wouldn't rub too much against the rest of my phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] thevaristy:
These things look great, but how easily do they scratch? Poorly made colored aluminum can scratch really easily. Im afraid they would look hideous after a couple months.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
OK I polished the front bezel and I can tell what ever the finish is it ain't coming of easy ... I started with 320 grit sand paper and it was slow going...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] thevaristy:
Great! Thanks for the info. Also, is the battery cover completely free? I was thinking this would actually look good with a seidio 3800 mah. The colors will match, and help to hide the hump.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
Yes the battery cover is completely free..
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Drweird13:
I stopped by the local Ace Hardware, and they don't carry those size screws :(

I'm going to check some other local stores, hope I don't have to buy 100 quantity online just to get my hands on a few of them. :eek:

I also purchased the case to use with my eBay 3800mAH battery, waiting for delivery.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] sfierro:
I tried Ace, Home Depot, and Lowes with no luck. I ended up going to McFadden-Dale hardware and found them, there are a few of these stores in the southwest. Good luck searching for them! : )
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
The are in the CAP HEAD SCREW section fyi
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] vikramdhani:
They looks nice but i will be more interesed in the TPU bumpers instead, does any having any reception issues because of this bumper ?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
No reception issues at all
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jadaress1:
Just received mine in red looked beautiful, but just looked and felt too big, people were commenting it looked like a psp loll anyway took it off now, managed a day with it on, gonna sell it only thing though is I lost screws, so only have 3 left.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] msavic6:
Its that big? I thought my otterbox commuter case made the phone look big.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] jadaress1:
Well to be fair I was coming from the rearth slim case, but yeh I was in shock in how big it made the phone look, also I'm female if that makes a difference. The case was really nice though. I'm waiting on a more slimmer aluminium bumper now. Thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] astarling10:
Just got my aluminum bumper case yesterday and I love the looks. It does make the phone a little wider feeling but not anymore than the Otterbox commuter case which I have also. It's a little on the slippery side as far as grip but it looks great! I had to trim my auxiliary cable so that it would fit in the headphone jack because the case is pretty thick there and makes the headphone jack more recessed. I'm going to keep it on a few more days but I may go back to my Diztronic TPU case...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] msavic6:
Mind posting a few pictures when you have time
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] joeykache:
Goto page 11, i posted a whole bunch of pics.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
By the way anyone looking for the screws to use this case with a verizon galaxy nexus check amazon looks like you can buy am in lots of 10.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] astarling10:
Here's a couple of pics I took. I'm a lousy picture taker and an even worse screen protecter installer. LOL

http://photobucket.com/samcam100
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] astylez:
Is that a gray bumper?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] astarling10:
Yes, it is the gray bumper. It's nearly a perfect color match to the phone. I'm glad I picked this color.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] astylez:
Got a link for the screws?
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] astarling10:
Decided to go back to my Diztronic TPU case. Less bulky. Maybe I will sell my gray bumper.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] akira8473:
PICTURES

one of the pics shows how much wider the case will make the phone.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] dnguyen1988:
I ordered the same one hopefully it gets here tomorrow :) thanks for the pics
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] evohog:
I ordered the same and I also ordered the brushed aluminum battery cover to match. How long from order to delivery? I'm getting anxious!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
From my experience ordering from Hong Kong, China (mainland) or Taiwan it will take average 2-3 weeks until the postman rings the bell.

Be aware that the metal battery cover will eliminate your NFC and GPS function 100%.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] evohog:
Ahh, I don't use either but I'll keep that in mind. It was only ten bucks so not a bolig loss if I decide not to use it. Thanks for the info
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Kelvino9:
Just wanted to give you a heads-up on that as I was tempted to get one myself and luckily found more information before ordering it ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] 2dmaxhtc:
Having a hard pushing the power button , its not sticking out far enough!!! anyone else having this problem? My volume buttons are OK just that damn power button .
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] davpel:
I had that problem as well. Solved it by putting a tiny piece of flat cardboard between the phone and the button. Works fine now.

I am, however, having a different issue with this case and unfortunately it appears to be a deal breaker. The thing kills my reception on my VZW Galaxy Nexus. Lots of places where I normally have no problem connecting I am now getting no signal. Just sitting here in my office, I was getting between no bars and 1 bar with the case on. Took the case off and I get 3-4 bars. Ugh! Anyone want to buy a silver bumper cheap!?!
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mopar:
I will pm me
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] erisurfer:
Just got my bumper case in today (blue one) for my nexus and was very satisfied! I have the Verizon version with extended battery and the case screwed together perfectly without needing to get the longer screws. It fits snug/perfect but there is a small lip on the front of the case between the two pieces of the bumper.

All of the buttons work without any issues and there's plenty of room for headset and charge plug.

Just waiting on the metal battery cover to come in (which I'm less optimistic about but we'll see if it fits)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] vagelis:
it kills the GPS lock unfortunately on my GSM GNex... Back to my cut-up SGP Neo Hybrid with the 4000 MAh Mugen
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] zeke1988:
i was hoping it will add weight, since GN feel really plastic and light.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Breezer23:
Has anyone purchased the case with the metal backing?