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[Nexus 4 Accessories] kioshi:
Completely agree. I bought a Blitz Intake for my car which is only built once an order is placed from the buyer. And i received my intake 2.5 weeks later from placement of order. An intake is a bigger piece than some silicon plastic mold that LG has trouble making, lol!

This whole Nexus 4 + accessories was a flop as a marketing and manufacturing thing. I'm just glad a huge chunk of people actually received the phone...forget the bumper...i cant play w/ the bumper, but can with the phone and be cautious of not dropping it.

Lets hope the bumpers are back Jan 12, 2013, one month after their stock sold out..
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Emama:
I don't think the bumper is made by LG
[Nexus 4 Accessories] radmor11:
I've just wrote them a question about our hologram concerns (with youtube video link) and we'll see what Ray respond ;) I ordered one a few days ago and I want avoid sending it back too.

If it's not original bumper I'll order poetic one...
[Nexus 4 Accessories] radmor11:
Ok, I received a reply: (I asked about shipping time too)

sorry, nexus 4 bumper temporarily out of stock, 5 - 7 days will shipping.

it is 100% Official product , If you are not satisfied with your products will receive a full refund receipt

After reading yours posts here I doubt that it's official lg product, but on those pictures it looks nice anyway. Does anyone put his hands on a such replica?

I would order a poetic case but I can't find a place where they have normal shipping price to Poland. On amazon it's 13 pounds (it's hilarious, I got many packages from other UK shops for... 1 pound). That ebay store with grey/black cases doesn't ship here so I'm stuck with dx-box for now...
[Nexus 4 Accessories] neotekz:
25 dollars is a bit steep for a replica, which these most likely are. I just bought the poetic bumper while i wait for the official one to be available.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] zephiK:
Pretty sure it is. The box has LG and Google logos. It would only make sense that LG designed the bumpers. It is also made in Korea which is where LG is headquartered.

Poetic bumper case is pretty nice though.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Emama:
I don't have one in my hand but the CS told me before it is not LG made.

Anyway I prefer to wait for the Google one instead of those Chinese website
[Nexus 4 Accessories] mk92595:
Ray just told me that Bumpers will ship on Jan 3. Hope they are real.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] zephiK:
I'm sure a CS did ;)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] radmor11:
Has anyone actually seen any replica? I tried to find something about it on the web and everything I found is this forum :) Can any one check what's written on original bumper box? Is it really made in Korea? Maybe phone was made there and accessories as usual are made by some noname factory in China and that bumper in DX shop was manufactured there and it's the same case but sold without hologram or lg blessing.

I'm just guessing because usually chinese replicas, even if they look like original devices (and which work terrible as well) are definitely cheaper. I want to believe that for this price it's decent thing with hologram or not. If it's rubbish I'll send it back and never order there anything again. I'll loose few bucks and order official or poetic one instead.

The worst thing is that I have to wait so much time for any case and I must treat my nexus as egg. I hope it will be in once piece (and without shattered glass ;)) when any of those bumpers arrive.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Toaster Strudels:
If anyone wants a 9/10 condition Google/LG Bumper, PM me before I put it on fleabay :)

I love the bumper but I don't want to risk leaving the back of my phone exposed since my rear protector got peeled off :D

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Gja88:
Can anyone using the original bumper comment on whether or not it lifts wet applied screen protectors (edge to edge protectors). Thinking about getting a ghost armor but I'm not sure I want to waste money on it if it lifts the protector when putting or taking it off.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] WinDroidGuy:
Nope, it works fine. I have full body shield on mine. :)

Sent from my Droid DNA
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Emama:
damn, how long for them to restock the bumpers
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dwny:
My Poet Bumper just arrived....quite surprised.

It doesn't have the polish of the original but nice.

I too agree with USSENTERNCC1701E

Although, the Poet will get the job done.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] lazinase:
The original one is from Korea, indeed.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] revolve82:
You should check out this replica

http://www.amazon.com/Shenit-Bumper-Google-Nexus-Protector/dp/B00AUDSY0K/
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kioshi:
now lets see the back of the replica bumper on BuyChina garbage website and elsewhere...whether its made in Korea or not. :silly:
[Nexus 4 Accessories] zephiK:
That makes absolutely no sense and isn't funny. Because the replica is a clear replica as it doesn't claim to be the LG Bumper in the first place
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Chad_Petree:
This is silly, Google is having problems just make a piece of rubber /plastic? The bumper was available for only two days I'm November here in Germany!snd it has been out of stock ever since!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] imoumni:
selling mine at cost if someone is interested PM
[Nexus 4 Accessories] danfalcas:
already pmd you, save it for me! I ll pay you now
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Greefus:
I got it too as an alternate since it fits bigger cables like the displayport to HDMI. It's very nice other than the power and rocker button.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] erikwervo:
can anyone confirm if this one is legit?

got many in stock while nothing in play store

http://dx-box.com/brand-new-sealed-nexus-4-lg-smart-phone-bumper-oem-google-case-black-free-shipping.html

edited: pardon me, its been discussed before

anyone received the bumper from that site?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Higgsy:
has anyone noticed any separation between the rubber material and the metallic coloured band on the bumper - I noticed it today while taking it off to clean the device. I had never noticed it before - seems to be around the buttons.

If any of you guys can check you I would really appreciate it.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] El Daddy:
No problem with mine. Had it since launch.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] innumerabilis:
Does the bumper protect the screen from cracking when dropped (from a reasonable height)?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Duuuude:
Mine has supposedly shipped as of last week so I will find out soon for myself. If it is fake, I will demand a refund.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] smirkis:
call him and ask for a refund. i contacted the main supplier and they have an option for resellers to get a "regular packaging" or "LG Like Packaging" to make it seem more official.

if it's from china, its fake. unless you don't care then just keep it.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ReValeX:
Do you have received the bumper? It's original or not?(from dx box)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Duuuude:
Those motherfu.... :mad:
[Nexus 4 Accessories] BraydenJames:
Lol. Check the product image they're using. Then check the image on the pay store. Exact same image. Sure not very comforting...

https://play.google.com/store/devic...ExMSwiZGV2aWNlLW5leHVzXzRfYnVtcGVyX2JsYWNrIl0.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] androidtoy09:
Shady practice. They're supposed to make it clear it is replica or an unofficial copy.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] SubyWill:
My bumper got it's first official test last night, and passed with flying colors!

I dropped my phone from about 3 feet to concrete. The phone is still perfect, the case has some scratches on it. But it worked great!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] heat361:
I asked them yesterday and thy said that they will update the pictures this week. I hope they do otherwise I'm ordering the poetic one.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] neotekz:
are you new to buying from china? i wouldnt be surprised if most of those official LG bumpers on ebay are fakes too esp if it's from a high quantity seller with lots of bumpers available.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] neotekz:
anyone else starting to think that google is dropping the official bumper? it doesnt make sense that it's still sold out for this long. Even the Nexus 4 was offered again a few times since release but not the bumper...i cant believe that they can make the Nexus 4 faster than a bumper and now that we are starting to see them in china makes me think these are stock that was suppost to go to the play store but was cancelled by google.

This reminds me of the rugged case for the Atrix, it was dropped by Moto and then offered by many chinese sites.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] zephiK:
Been out of stock for more than a month now
[Nexus 4 Accessories] androidfoshizzle:
Why sell a phone but them not support it with cases and qi charger? Hippies...

"Vanilla android >jail broken iOS>90" TV's"
[Nexus 4 Accessories] WinDroidGuy:
$45 shipped, I've got 1 new one left if anyone is looking for one still
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Bar81:
In all fairness, given the stock situation, they really aren't "selling" the phone atm.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] WinDroidGuy:
Sent out your bumper today Elegant996 :) you should have it early next week
[Nexus 4 Accessories] pooley:):
Bumper case out of stock, charging orb not available in my country (wtf) ... Google/LG : Master of lost sales... And no notification or else about any restock or drop... a shame.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Polv89:
Someone can know when LG bumper return available on usa play store?

thanks
[Nexus 4 Accessories] adidas007:
The device is itself not available in my country :P
[Nexus 4 Accessories] mackster248:
Bumpers are back in stock at the Play Store for you folks that still haven't grabbed one.

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] scottx .:
They sure are. I should grab one.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] imstill@g:
Awesome find man, thanks.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] SandmanEight:
Thanks for the heads up. Got 1 to go with my dbrands black titanium skin. Good timing!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] mackster248:
I have the bumper on with the silver titanium.... And boy does it look sexy :D

You'll love the combo!

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] mackster248:
Wow I think that's it for the official bumpers guys....

It's not even listed anymore on the play Store. I think it's officially discontinued.

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Monk4Life:
Maybe this is why.

http://m.androidcentral.com/white-nexus-4-bumper-appears-videotron-store-montreal

http://www.videotron.com/en/pr/prod...e-accessories/cases/bumper-case-white-nexus-4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Haesslich:
Unless they're also discontinuing the N4 in black, why would that mean they couldn't sell black bumpers? Either it's the N5, or Google realized their Play Store was utter crap at selling physical product and they've rage-quit in response.

Also, do all N4 Play Store orders ship from the US, even if purchased in the Camada Play Store? That's apparently where the bumper's from.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Greefus:
Back in stock again
[Nexus 4 Accessories] adamhlj:
If we want something that is completely scratch resistant, someone should make a diamond cover. Diamond is pretty hard according to the Mohs Scale of mineral hardness and will scratch anything under it on the scale.

Here is some info on Gorilla glass: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gorilla_Glass

Also, if you are worried about the glass scratching, just slap a couple of screen protectors on the front and back because I am sure someone will make them, and call it good. The plastic will probably have the hell scratched out of it, but the phone will be fine I am sure, lol.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] AgentBEATS:
I disagree. Sure you'll probably rest the phone on its back more often, but stationary contact like on a table or in your hand will not cause scratches.

One of the real world concerns was contact with objects in your possible, sure people might arrange their pockets so their keys are against the back (although if they were smart they would be in another pocket all together) but the supposed dirt/sand/grit/etc. that can scratch Gorilla Glass will still be all over the lining meaning it will have the same amount of contact.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] USSENTERNCC1701E:
My front right pocket belongs to my phone, and my phone alone. Especially with how damn big this thing is, there won't be room for anything else.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] AgentBEATS:
I agree with you, my front pocket only holds my phone, but I'm sure not everyone does that. Also, you must have damn small pockets. This thing is tiny compared to other devices/objects I've fit in my pocket - 3DS, PSP, I've been known to stick a paperback in there from time to time and hell it sticks out a bit but I can still fit my Nexus 7 in my pocket.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] USSENTERNCC1701E:
I just don't think it's very comfortable, I remember when I got my Thunderbolt and was shocked at how damn big it was, and every phone I've had since has been bigger albeit thinner, especially with cases. This N4 will be the biggest, as well the thinnest. I'm sure I could get something even the size of an N7 in my pocket, I just wouldn't want to walk with it in there.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] AgentBEATS:
That I understand. Walking is tolerable compared to sitting down though, that get's uncomfortable. I'm hoping these bumpers don't add too much heft.

Anyone know if the bumpers are supposed to be available day 1?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 0.0:
someone mentioned that they talked to couple google reps, and they said the bumpers and other accessories, like the charging orb, will be available on the 13th
[Nexus 4 Accessories] AgentBEATS:
That's good to hear, with all the leaks for the phone itself you'd think we'd have seen this elusive bumper by know though.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 0.0:
i am getting a bumper for sure. then another case that actually covers the whole phone later on, since a lot of cases wont ship out until a week later or something. i need to find a screen protector too, immediately when i get the phone. hope tmobile has some for it...
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DforDesign:
No examples right now guys, right? I'm wondering how bad will it look with bumper.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Emama:
I love the pattern of the back,

but this is kind of ironic if I need a case fully cover the back to protect the glass.

I am think if the bumper can protect it from breaking when the phone is drop on the flat floor that nothing will touch the glass back itself (I assume the bumper can provide more space that let the back away from the ground when lying down)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] abe in space:
As someone who's had an iPhone 4 since shortly after launch, and has used a bumper on it almost that entire time, just thought I'd chip in here.

The bumper does a surprisingly good job of protecting the device against drops; over the course of my ownership, I'd guess I've dropped this thing around 15 times, on carpets, hardwood, linoleum, and even concrete. It's never shattered, and it's proven very (though not entirely) scratch-resistant. The bad news with the bumper is, it does genuinely harm the usability of the phone when it comes to edge swiping. The whole point of the chamfered design on the Nexus 4 (as put by Matias Duarte, at least) is making edge swipes really good. Having a bumper protrude out above the chamfer will protect the screen, but it will almost definitely cancel any benefit of the chamfer, because the bezels on these phones are just so narrow.

That isn't to say I wouldn't go with a bumper again, but I'll want to see how much edge swiping I do first, and I'd ideally want to test how the bumper affects it. It could be that Google did a better job designing this (as yet unseen) N4 bumper; maybe if they made it slope upward from the glass of the phone? Ideally I'd rather use one myself before I decided.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] heat361:
These would be good if they made it for the nexus 4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KB0VdDHzs5M&feature=youtube_gdata_player

It would provide protection while being able to see the pattern
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 309041291a:
Give me a white frame version of the case for the N4 and that will be perfect!

Nexus S (GSM i9020a)

Euroskank AOKP (Build 5 - 4.1.2)

Matrix Kernel (24.0 - CFS)

Ondemmand (Screen On) (800/200)

Wheatly (Screen Off) (400/200)

Deep Idle (N/A - Noop)

BLX (N/A - Inverted Apps)

Black Exodus (Stock Voltage)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] agtitan:
I would love that case
[Nexus 4 Accessories] galaxys:
I'm going to need a good bumper to protect and show off this 'bad boy' device!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] heat361:
I would too I really hope they make one similar to it I would pick it up in a heartbeat.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 0.0:
if they can make it like that, thats the case i will use for a long time
[Nexus 4 Accessories] onthecouchagain:
Won't the bumper eliminate the design of the slight tapered edges of the devices, you know, for swiping?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 0.0:
True...but it gives options

Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 4G
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ctowne:
So no bumpers yet?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Jayrod1980:
A little off topic, but get a wet applique protector for the back and front or just the back if you hate the feel and a bumper should do you fine. I use them on every phone and tablet and they can be replaced. My phones usually are completely scratch less even after 2 years. The good ones feel almost as good as bare glass and the back isn't something you should worry about feel wise anyway, right?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] TeRRa4:
Not until release day, and even then you'll have to check Amazon. :P
[Nexus 4 Accessories] OmgitzFire:
Google is going to sell the bumpers from their play store right?

I wish they would have some pics up already or the price of them.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 0.0:
yes, they should be. i think i read couple users saying that it will be available from the 13th, according to google reps
[Nexus 4 Accessories] OmgitzFire:
Okay I sure hope so, that way the nexus4 and the bumper will arrive together:good:
[Nexus 4 Accessories] FatalityBoyZahy:
That would be perfect! I hope they don't charge extra for shipping though.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] OmgitzFire:
That would be super lame of them to do that! I hope they don't either .
[Nexus 4 Accessories] USSENTERNCC1701E:
I checked in the play store with an N7 and a case, total shipping charge was the same with and without the case.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 0.0:
+1. Just remember, order everything together for one shipping price :)

Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 4G
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Chad_Petree:
But the nexus 7 cases are not available yet, how were you able to buy one? :(
[Nexus 4 Accessories] USSENTERNCC1701E:
It says they are in stock, where have you seen they are not available?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Chad_Petree:
From germany, oh man i hope it's not the same situation with the nexus 4 cases:(
[Nexus 4 Accessories] adidas007:
Great! :D
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Kenneth131:
I was planing on getting a good quality screen protector for back and front. I know the back is not a screen but its glass. Then pop on a bumper and job done think its the best slim option just now and should be cheap enough

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
[Nexus 4 Accessories] drpepe:
None of the Nexus 7 accessories are available in the UK either. Of course it has only been about 3 months since the device was released so maybe I'm being impatient :rolleyes:

I'm not particularly bothered because I have a cheap tpu case already, but I use this as an example for why I won't be holding my breath for the nexus 4 bumper and other accessories.

The situation with Google Play store is a total joke really. I anticipate a fiasco tomorrow for the nexus 4 release...
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Euler MD:
Do you guys think the Bumpers will be released tomorrow or at a later date?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kristoff125:
I hope they release a case like this...
[Nexus 4 Accessories] matada:
My Glacier has been tossed around hundreds of times ( I was NOT gentle with this phone at all. Thrown down stairs to fix the speaker, a few hundred drops on various things (concrete, asphalt, granite, ceramic, etc). and all I have are a few hairline cracks you can barely see (it looks like a few small hairs are on the screen).

That was gorilla glass (the original).

if one fall from a table puts a large visible crack on it, I may have to rethink my choice... I just pinged Otterbox (who make AWESOME hardshell cases) and they won't be making one for the N4.

This was their case for the Galaxy Nexus (Not your only color choice)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] bfspider:
Here is what they look like!!

https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_4_16gb#hardware-accessories

https://play.google.com/store/devic...ExMSwiZGV2aWNlLW5leHVzXzRfYnVtcGVyX2JsYWNrIl0.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] pinoyz:
You just beat me to it!

They look nice and they are only $19.99!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] bfspider:
I hope the other colors get put up soon

http://forums.androidcentral.com/ne...exus-4-google-employee-possible-pictures.html
[Nexus 4 Accessories] FatalityBoyZahy:
ONLY $19.99?!?! That's so expensive for a small piece of plastic...
[Nexus 4 Accessories] treoless:
Bumper showed up in Play Store :good:

play.google.com/store/devices/details/Nexus_4_Bumper_Black?id=nexus_4_bumper_black&feature=accessories#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDExMSwiZGV2aWNlLW5leHVzXzRfYnVtcGVyX2JsYWNrIl0
[Nexus 4 Accessories] AgentBEATS:
So it looks like they kept it two-toned like the actual Nexus 4. Was actually hoping for solid black to cover the chrome ring, oh well. Somehow looks more solid than I expected.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 0.0:
i agree. its pretty pricey for just plastic. but i cant tell if there is some clear plastic in the back of it. thats what i want to know...
[Nexus 4 Accessories] FatalityBoyZahy:
I don't think so, I believe it's going to be just like the iPhone 4/5 bumper cases where it only protects the perimeter of the device, leaving the back exposed.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 0.0:
thats so irritating...a clear plastic back to protect the glass will not ruin the beautiful back of the nexus. it'll still be visible. oh well...i do need a case though before i even use my nexus

im hoping the bumper cases is thick enough. just like this image (iphone 4 bumper): http://store.apple.com/us/product/M...oneCompatibility=iphone5&m.manufacturer=apple
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Emama:
$20 is TOO much for a bumper,

I am pretty sure there are more choice in ebay later
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ryan92084:
I'm hoping the black is soft touch or something similarly grippy.

There are no other colors confirmed in that thread. Just a poorly taken picture.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 0.0:
i know! but apple charges $29 for theirs :eek:
[Nexus 4 Accessories] espionage724:
I agree. $20 is a bit, much. I imagine such a case might be $5 with free shipping off eBay... The question is though, do I want to wait for eBay, or just go and buy from Google... :p
[Nexus 4 Accessories] James.UBC:
well they actually look pretty handsome so i think i'll actually get it :D

still no word on the wireless charger?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] phoneman09:
I want to get one of these bumpers so bad, but 20$ they are making more off of these bumpers than the actual phone lol :P
[Nexus 4 Accessories] espionage724:
haha yea it seems like it
[Nexus 4 Accessories] jarjar124:
well...they have to have a way of making money :)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] vinnyutd6899:
Will these actually protect a phone from a fall?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] peestandingup:
But doesn't the Nexus 4 have its own built in bumper already? At least that's what I gathered from all the reviews.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] bfspider:
Please read the entire thread...
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Emama:
where did you hear about that:eek:
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Uh60m Pilot:
I just hope everyone remembers that many people who ordered the nexus 7 case with the device on opening day had their orders held for shipping. This case just appeared the night before release. Do you honestly think they have enough in stock? My recommendation is to make 2 orders and eat the shipping, or be willing to have your order held. Don't let yourself be fooled. Learn from others experience with google play.

sent from my perfect 32GB Nexus 7