yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
I've ordered this one below. At this time my testing has been a dismal failure in finding a good bumper that works with the Sedio back. So Watch this space for an update by the end of the week

Thanks

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008P...ile?redirect=true&ref_=oh_details_o01_s00_i00

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If you note this is from the same company. If the specs haven't changed the case should fit.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] KentuckyHouse:
Give me a few minutes to take some shots of my bumper setup with the Seidio back. I took someone else's advice and grabbed a couple of the Zoogue cases. I then traced the outline of the inside of the metal bumper on the back of the Zoogue case and started cutting with a sharp pair of scizzors.

It worked out great and I knew these were good cases to use since I had a few for my iPhone.

Pics:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Innis:
I am under the impression that that bumper will work... but I do not like the colour options... I believe they make a solid black one though?

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Looks great! Thanks for sharing! Is it a rubber like material? Does it stay on pretty snug or will it come off easily? I looks like it could slip off easily? Do you think it would be possible to trim it to where it fits only around the back hump and camera area? Doing so would not add extra thickness overall just a little more weight?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
This looks pretty good actually can you post the link to the original product please thank you
[Galaxy S III Accessories] KentuckyHouse:
It's a firm TPU-type material. The S3 cases are actually a bit thicker than the iPhone cases I had before, so cutting it was a bit more work, but it worked out great, I think.

It's on there firmly and it won't slip off easily. It actually still "clips" over the edges of the phone the way of did when it was a full case. All I did was remove the center of the back. And yeah, you could definitely cut it just to fit around the hump and camera area (something I may try since I bought two). I just did it this way because I was using the metal bumper as a template and I knew that cut would fit perfectly. I'm actually intrigued by you bringing that idea up now...I'm definitely going to have to try it! One thing I like about these cases as opposed to premade bumpers is that you get that nice lip around the screen for protection.

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Here you go. They actually run promotions sometimes where the case is free and you only pay shipping.

http://www.zoogue.com/galaxy-s3-cases/
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Schism169:
Dies anyone know if the seidio case for the extended battery work with the ibolt dock?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] osmosizzz:
Highly unlikely
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
@Innis

Just got to a computer - and can actually see the images well. This is some fine work. I've ordered a couple of cases to see how this works.

Thanks for the product info - it was on sale at this time.

Good New Year to you all reading,
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Innis:
I am tempted to order a few as well but I will wait to see your post on the other bumper you ordered from Amazon first. In the meantime, I am trying to develop a method to get a precise cut on the the Zoogue case...my other concern is that this case will make the phone another 4mm thicker from the pics?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] KentuckyHouse:
FYI, I've got one of these bumpers, and while it WILL work with the Seidio, I hate how it fits on the volume button side of the phone. It's not really snug and tends to want to bow out away from the phone so when you press the volume buttons, you have to press the bumper to the phone first.

The best solution I've found so far is cutting the back out of a TPU or silicone case (as I posted earlier of the Zoogue case). I may pick up some cheap silicone cases and try it with them too (because silicone cases tend to fit much tighter).
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Innis:
I went ahead and ordered a few of the Zoogue cases. Do you find it adds much width to the phone though? Also, the Seidio backplate... does anyone have a photo of the inside of it? I am curious about how we can use the engineering to make a more precise bumper/case for it? Thanks!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] rlatjs17:
Doesn't work
[Galaxy S III Accessories] melvois:
I just bought a 4500mA battery from a Hong Kong supplier on ebay. I want a decent back cover and case for that cover - any suggestions? I'm in Sydney and am sick of looking around and finding all the suppliers are in USA!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] KentuckyHouse:
It doesn't add much width at all. Certainly no more than any other TPU or silicone case. I think you'll be happy with them, even if it's just a stopgap until a better solution comes along.

I'll try and get a shot of the inside of that back plate in a bit.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] rlatjs17:
As far as battery doors go, I would rate the seidio #1 and the mugen #2. If yoy can't get seidio to ship to sydney I've seen some mugen doors on ebay. You won't get any of the flash picture taking problems with the mugen door. It also comes with a built in kickstand which is pretty nice
[Galaxy S III Accessories] fizan:
Did you find a way or mod to get moga controller work with extended battery?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Badelhas:
Thanks for the info. How much does the mungen door cost and which good cases work with it, in your opinion ?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] cnlson:
seems to not be available separately so 87+ship/tax for battery and door

myself, i chose the Hyperion, seidio combo and it is very nice. although i haven't had any problems with the camera with the hyperion back. I got the seidio back cover & active case simply because it better protects the phone.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Badelhas:
Yeah, but I believe Seidio doesn't ship to my country, Portugal. I already bought the Anker 4400maH extended battery and a cheap tpu case but I bet I won't like it...
[Galaxy S III Accessories] StrikerTek:
Well, for a final update, I filed an RMA with Seidio, they sent out an advance replacement, and it now fits perfectly! Snaps down evenly on all sides and sits completely flush. And this is with the Hyperion battery. I did notice on the replacement cover that all the clips stick out like they should. None are bent under or broken off, and the cover fits perfectly.

So to everyone frustrated with the fit of the Seidio cover, I would say to keep asking for RMA's/replacements, and you should get one that fits like it's supposed to. I am very, very happy with how their customer service handled my RMA. They actually got it to me on Christmas Eve over a week ago, which was way sooner than I expected.

And like everyone else has already said, the Seidio back cover rocks. It makes the phone so much thinner than with the Hyperion cover, and makes it really feel like a premium device. It's easier to hold now too with the shape and soft plastic finish. Between the hyperion battery, seidio cover, and 64gb microsd card I just got, I feel like I have the ultimate superphone that finally replaces my old ipod classic. It can hold all my music, and the battery easily lasts 2 days with moderate usage, and will make it through one day no matter how much I use the phone.

Thanks for all the testing and advice this thread has provided!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Badelhas:
So you use it without a case?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] rlatjs17:
Ebay has the same exact battery doors. The camera area sits flush and it has a kick stand. I don't think there are any cases for it though
[Galaxy S III Accessories] DjRenigade:
Will Test It As Well!

January 1, 2013 @952pm :laugh:

I just bought the QCell Samsung Galaxy SIII X-Life 4200mAh Extended Battery + Blue & White Back Cover (Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S3 GT-I9300, Sprint L710, Verizon I535, T-mobile T999, AT&T Samsung I747, U.S. Cellular R530) ***NFC Support for S Beam and Google Wallet***
[Galaxy S III Accessories] StrikerTek:
Yep, never really had a need for a case. Haven't ever used one on a phone. I just try to not drop it and only carry it in a pocket with nothing else in it so it doesn't get scratched. So far so good! :D
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
Recommendation update on sgp bumper see this link for product http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0099RY0ME/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1357138908&sr=8-1&pi=SL75

In 1 of my previous posts I have listed pictures of this product and was disappointed at the fit of this product with the Seidio back cover for extends battery. I've had some time and thought into this project and use a dremel to trim the edges of this case and I think that the fit is acceptable even though it is still squishy around the sides, the buttons are able to be pressed without much trouble. It does need some work with a dremel and some time to get it right so go slow and check often. I'm adding some pictures for reference.

Part of the problem with the whole squishy fit is that it is a plastic material and it is thin material so there's not much strength in there any how but the fit is good in that it stays and it is light and it gives good grip for single handed use.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
Has anybody experienced a sudden, unexplained battery drain with their extended battery? My Qcell was great for the first few days, but when I unplugged it from the charger this morning, it was dropping 1% every minute. After 5 minutes, I rebooted the phone and when it came on, it was at 73% and continued dropping, though not quite as fast as before.

Anybody else have something similar happen?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Andrew_han:
Anyone have an updated link for the seidio battery cover? That one won't let you order it
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
Can't speak for the long term quality of the Qcell battery, but their customer service is outstanding. Emailed them about my problem with a sudden drain and they're sending me a replacement out right away.

Edit - Just received another email listing my tracking # and saying that the battery will be shipped out today. I told them that I would send them back the defective battery and they said not to worry about it. Absolutely fantastic customer service.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
Wow that's practically unheard of. Good luck
[Galaxy S III Accessories] AB33:
You have to call their customer service to order the Seidio battery cover.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] rlatjs17:
Sold my QCell 4200 because of bad battery life. The Hyperion Anker Mugen seem to be holdin up well with around 6 months of usage. The QCell seemd to die after 4 months? Not too sure about the exact date. Ill be removing the QCell from my first post.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] rlatjs17:
Call the customer swrvice number
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
Maybe I've missed it somewhere in the thread, but could you comment on the thickness of these batteries? Are the Hyperion, Anker, Qcell and Mugen all the same thickness?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
The Mugen is 1.1 cm thick as I've measured and posted in the past.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zetsui:
OPening post bro
[Galaxy S III Accessories] dozol:
Hyperion + Otterbox Commuter

Hello,

Read (mostly) all 87 pages of this thread. Didn't see anyone trying to cut the commuter to fit the 4200 Hyperion.

I will be the first one :)

Already ordered stock battery door, do not want damage the original one.

Hyperion should be here next week.

I am currently using the otterbox. Will see how this turns out.

The battery door will have to be cut as well and the rubbery part of the case. I might have to trim the outer plastic.

Will report back soon.

Dominik
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
The opening post has nothing about the thickness of the different batteries.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] svetloslav:
Battery size

The size of all batteries must be standard. No doubt about it. Otherwise it will void the design.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
Yes all dimensions but the thickness have to be standard.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Schism169:
Would IBolt work even if I got an Anker extended battery with seidio backcover w/o the case?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
The thickness of the extended batteries isn't necessarily standard.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] coogrrr94:
Is the Seidio extended back cover available in white as well or just black?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] km00000:
My QCell battery didn't even charge. So I returned it and got a 4300 mAh on eBay for $11 with back for and TPU case.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] demandarin:
Op or anyone that has updated their SG3 to latest JB through kies;

Have you noticed faster battery drain running JB with your extended battery? To me, its looking like its draining faster to an extent that its noticeable. It isn't like my battery (Hyperion 4200mAh) is dying out. But it really seems like battery is draining faster. I'm on stock 4.1.1 JB that I updated to through Kies. I'm not rooted or anything. Plus basically running the same apps. Nothing really out the ordinary appears to be draining the battery excessively, app or widget wise.

Just an observation. Battery isn't draining so fast to cause alarm. But I do notice it going down faster though.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] benefit14snake:
Yes. 4.2 is even worse. Battery life seems to be on the decline from 4.0 to 4.2+.

Nice to see ya around these parts by the way. I remember you from transformer prime forums.

Sent from my T999 GS3 @ 2. 1GHZ
[Galaxy S III Accessories] demandarin:
Likewise...I remember you also.

I'm glad I got the extended battery then. I can't imagine how fast stock battery size would drain from JB. I not doing nothing out the ordinary that I haven't done before. Probably moderate to slightly heavy usage during brief breaks during work hours. Like web browsing, flipboard, currents, Facebook/instagram, or some gaming.

Hopefully Google addresses this extra battery drain on future updates. I've read about this extra battery drain on JB across several different devices. Another thing I've noticed also is that it seems like I have less ram available than before. I know U.S. SG3 has 2gb of ram. I always pay close attention to my system specs. Just also noticing more ram is being used up on JB.

Honestly, my phone ran great on ICS. Haven't noticed any leaps n bounds benefits jumping to JB.

What is strange is that my Nexus7 running team EOS4 on JB 4.1.2 and motley kernel seems to have great battery life. I will continue to keep a close eye on things to make sure its not some rogue app or background process.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Badelhas:
I have the oposite opinion. My i9300 with 1gb ram uses less memory now, feels faster and smoother and the battery is the same as it was. I have 4.1.1 for a month now and I am very happy with it.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] rlatjs17:
Updated to 4.1.1 and its draining much faster. I just updated so I'm redoing the test with BLK3 modem.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Badelhas:
Did you guys turn off goggle now? It drains the battery pretty fast.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
Also turn off NFC, that helps.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] demandarin:
I don't hardly ever use it. Is it known to drain battery even when not in use? I never noticed it in stock settings battery reportings.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
Likely my final on the bumper cases possible for this device

I have really come to like the case that I am picturing below I think it works really well without excessive bowing and also has good response around the buttons.

The downside is that there is a cut out at upper right corner I do not know what the purpose of that is however exposes the corner of the device .

This case gives a good grip and does not appear to add to the bulk of the device .

A few posts earlier I have put in the link to Amazon for this product
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
Here's that link again, I really think it beats cutting cases and works well enough right out of the box.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008POPWH4...e=asn&creative=395133&creativeASIN=B008POPWH4
[Galaxy S III Accessories] KyleK29:
Is the Seido back-cover out of stock or am I just blind? I don't see a "out of stock" notice, but I also don't see an "Add to Cart" button. Anyone know?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] AB33:
You have to call them to order it.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Badelhas:
Exactly, it drains battery while not in use. Turn it off.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Innis:
This looks great! I just ordered 4 of these in different colours. Thanks for the photos..big help. The corner is missing I think for the antennae or GPS signal to not be blocked?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
This Qcell battery is jacked up. One day I had a great charge that lasted 2 days, the next it dropped down to 73% within minutes of being taken off the charger. Right now, it's been on the charger for 8 hours and still isn't fully charged.

Qcell was going to send me a replacement but then contacted me again to say that they were out. They refunded my money, no questions asked, so that's a plus. I ordered the Anker and should have it today.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Innis:
Has it been posted anywhere on this thread..the exact width of the S3 with just the Seidio Extended back cover attached? No case or bumper. If not, can someone provide it? Thanks!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
I am getting 7 centimeters or 7.1 centimeters as the width of this device

Taken with Sedio extended battery back.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Ascertion:
Is 3,000 mah OEM extended battery available in the U.S.? Yet?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
Received my Anker battery and it's slightly thicker than the Qcell. The Anker cover seems to be a little better quality than the Qcell, but with the recessed area around the camera, I can't use my Qcell cover.

Does anybody know of a TPU case that provides a snug fit with the Anker battery cover? I'm using my Qcell cover and case for now, but would like to switch to the Anker.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Badelhas:
I bought this one:http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=110979765888
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Innis:
Thanks for the effort but I suppose I meant "depth" with the backcover attached. Like is the device double as "deep"? Thanks!
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
That seems to be 1.6 centimeters deep or thick

:)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Innis:
Perfect. Thank you so much. Seems it is still completely pocket-able with cover and bumper.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] badrsj:
It's pocket able, I carry in shirt pocket. Just peeks out a tad. However care needs to be taken when you bend to pick things up is when I've had it slip out and fall.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
But that's not the same as the Anker cover. There's going to be a big void around the camera. I want a case that's a form fit.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Innis:
Yes, I had mine slide out of my pocket on the way to by a case... dented a corner... still bothers me....very minor...but it annoys me that the dent is there... keep feeling that there is internal damage...
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
Will the Seidio cases work with the Anker cover? The blue cover for the Anker battery appears to be the same design as the Seidio cover.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Badelhas:
I don't see any void with my Anker 4400maH extended battery and Anker cover door. What do you mean?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
Which Anker cover do you have? There are two of them, the blue cover is designed like the Seidio cover and thins out at the camera.

This is the battery cover that I have and I can't find any cases for it.

http://www.amazon.com/Anker-Extended-GT-I9300-T-mobile-EB-L1G6LLU/dp/B008TLQ5RY
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Badelhas:
Mine is this one: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320990395058#ht_1943wt_1186

I didnt pay 46$, of course. They raised the price meanwhile...probably gonna do it in amazon also. And I think mine doesent have NFC, is there a way to check that?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
I think their earlier batteries didn't have NFC but the newer ones due. Not sure how to check it other than by trying to use it.

I'm using the Qcell case and cover that I have and it's working well except that the left side of the case has some give since the cover is bowing out ever so slightly due to the increased thickness of the Anker battery over the Qcell.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] nyamoV2:
Question, are you by chance longcat on Amazon?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] rlatjs17:
That looks like a sedio battery door so seidio cases should work with t
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
It does look to be the same, but there could be some minor differences. I was hoping that somebody had already gone through this and could tell me if the Seidio cases will fit with the Anker battery cover.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Schism169:
I'm getting my anker Tuesday with a seidio case. But I ordered a seidio cover which should come in a week. I'll let you know if the anker cover and the seidio active case is compatible in a few days
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jmz768:
Great man, thanks a lot. I was going to take the plunge, but I'll go ahead and wait. By the way, Great choice on the Anker, I'm loving mine so far.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Badelhas:
As a matter of fact and don't really like the look of the phone with the extended battery and the cheap tpu case I bought. The honeycomb style is terrible. Because I am always near a power plug there is no real need yet. Besides, since I have my new samsung original protective Cover plus case (do you guys know it? It's new, Check here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2043396&goto=newpost) in blue to go with my blue phone I just can' t See myself using it. Maybe when I go on holidays or something.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] oldpreowner:
Just wanted to see if anyone else had ordered the yesoo 4300 mah extended battery, back cover, tpu case and charger? I got mine for $16 off Amazon. Here is day one after full charge. I had just plugged it in the charger then took the screenshot.

Link to Amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008UOJ0SG/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1357557785&sr=8-7&pi=SL75

It doesn't show the external battery charger in any of the pictures or mention it in the ad but it actually came with one.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zakuro:
Seidio Innocell 3500mAh

Just a quick update - I'm not on my phone so I can't post a link to the screenshots of the battery life but after a week of general usage, here are my stats:

1d12h56m total usage before having to charge

5h40m of on-screen time

I keep the brightness at about 60 percent, WiFi when home, and watch about two movies on Netflix between charges. I also have the Active Extended case and it is alright.

Some cons:

The battery cover just does not fit right. I chose not to RMA the thing because I could live with it, but given how much the thing costs... bummer.

The active extended case's silicone is a dust magnet. It looks really bad after being rattled around in pockets and inside bags. I wish they would have chosen another material

Lastly... In total, if you get the Innocell and active extended from Amazon, you're looking at spending around $80. I haven't tried other solutions, but to me, that is a bit much.

In closing, I am happy with the battery and all, but the price was a bit of downer.

**Edit: Forgot to mention that I am using Wicked v4, no undervolting, no underclocking, no Juice Defender or anything else.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] edoha:
Could someone post the exact dimensions of the Samsung Galaxy S3 original battery? Thanks
[Galaxy S III Accessories] d1ez3:
Does anyone know any holsters or belt clips that would work with the siedio battery covery and no case? I can squeeze it into my current holster, but it bends the plastic, so I'm looking for a more secure fit.

Also, are there any holsters that work with the Draco bumpers? I know they fix with the siedio extended battery
[Galaxy S III Accessories] rlatjs17:
Seidio holster
[Galaxy S III Accessories] AB33:
I use the same Galaxy S 3 Belt Clip case I bought off of eBay or Amazon. I have to back and find the link.

Sent from TMO GS3 via TapaTalk