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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] bond32:
In my opinion the note 2 is the threshold for too big. I'm a large dude and I honestly don't want anything bigger. Sometimes I feel the note 2 may be too big... 6.3 is way too big for a phone to me.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] RaptorMD:
I hope Samsung focuses on improving the device overall rather than making it bigger. Screen, internal storage (don't offer a 16GB Verizon PERIOD VERIZON) bigger battery, etc. Thickness is not the issue, some phones are getting too thin to really hold on to.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Syntaxerrorhtc:
I want to know if i could swap out the sense lockscreen for the jelly bean lockscreen or would i just have to use a launcher.

thank you all that answer i like to ask alot of questions on customization for my phone.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] EcHoFiiVe:
Use Holo Locker from the market. Best replacement
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Syntaxerrorhtc:
I cant believe i didnt think of that I feel kinda stupid now but thank you
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
Just getting a feel for who would be interested in a case like this for our beloved eVo's? I'm currently in the design stages yet but open to suggestions on changes! Let me know what you guys think! Custom engraving on the back will be available in time....also color options are also still up in the air.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] wright0101:
will most definitely take one if you get them produced. are you milling them out on a cnc?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] SteelH:
Black and Im in.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
Yes they will be machined on a cnc and will be produced by myself.

SteelH,

I'm a fan of black so most likely I will probably do the first run in black.

also here are pics of it in black.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] JONBOY345:
Awesome, unique design man.

My only thing is, if it is dropped it appears the only contact the case has on the outer rim of the phone are the posts in each corner...

Would dropping on a corner or edge focus too much force through that small area and cause screen cracks, cosmetic damage to the phone itself?

Just an observation I had. Hope it helps!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
I plan to use rubber corner posts to help prevent some damage to the phone hopefully!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bobarune:
I would probably get one. Any ideas on cost?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] metalfan78:
Those are pretty sweet.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] guitarman584:
Either black or a brushed aluminum and i'm totally in.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
I haven't figured up a price yet....still need to get some quotes for anodizing.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mwedemeier11:
Some kind of card slot for credit cards pin the back would be amazing! I'm really interested in this, you've got sat least one buyer
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PhxkinMassacre:
if the price is right them im definitely in. curious, will it be straight aluminum or will the outside be a soft rubber almost like the back of the original evo? if not then i could always coat it in some platidip (basically liquid rubber spray paint) looks very nice on everything haha and it peels off.

curious tho, where did you get the dimensions from? did you measure them or is there a 3d cad model floating around of the evo it self. im currently in a cad class and would love to see what things i could stir up based off of a model :) wouldn't produce anything tho since the only way we have is a 3d printer that uses a brittle plastic :(
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] jkt97401:
I second the suggestion to add card slots! maybe 2 or 3? I would DEFINITELY buy one if there were card slots. I have been searching for a case for our EVOLTE that has this feature.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mwedemeier11:
Maybe if the back were two parts and there was a compartment for your cards. Sorry im excited to hear op's response and I'm getting carried away Haha
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] jkt97401:
Don't be sorry! The OP asked for suggestions haha. I'm really happy to see this thread!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
I got the dimensions of my eVo just measured it up with my caliper!

As for the coating I have thought about getting some sort of liquid rubber to dip them in but would like to know what others think of this?

Also as for card slots I will try to come up with something after this work week as I will be on the road all week for work.

Keep the suggestions coming!!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
Also just was thinking about the card slots......to do a card slot you would have to sacrifce the kickstand....If you guys are fine with that then I will put the time into designing one with a slot in it.

The other option would be to put a external kickstand on it but would require more designing and more money to build it.

Just some options to think about!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] KEYofR:
Won't this block the antennae? Cell reception is already weak enough on ltevo. I would think the entire plastic cover area would need to be either exposed or only covered with plastic or wood or glass.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PhxkinMassacre:
i thought the radios were kinda attached in a way to the body and used the aluminum to get the reception, if im right (which i may not be) then this might actually help? or it may not. idk
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] louched1:
Put me down as a maybe. Depending on price and how they look in real life. I like the model though.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ku_:
I want one :D
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
They are coming along! Final Production should be available within a couple weeks, when I have a solid date, I'll let you know!

Yeah, every time I see HTCONE, I think "Hot Cone"!

Shoot me a PM :)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] MRFERRARI23:
Did you ever get the last private message I sent you cause you didn't reply. :)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
Looking for it now...had a flood of pm's for a while!

Sent from my ice cream HTCONE!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] MRFERRARI23:
Ok cool :)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] MRFERRARI23:
Did this thread and making of this case die? I barely hear anything anymore of where you're at with the case for the HTC One
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bobarune:
Check the Facebook page at Badass cases
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] MRFERRARI23:
If I had facebook that would be an option but I don't
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kaos420:
1. at 100.00 bucks for a case i think ill pass.

2. you make apple cases smh.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] MRFERRARI23:
I hear you with number 1 but Whatcha mean with number 2?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bobarune:
He means that tnEVo makes the whole metal phone case for iPhones also. There are a lot of iPhone cases since Apple posts up working drawings for case designers. IDK if HTC or other android phone manufacturers put up working drawings.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kaos420:
lol i just hold a undying hate towards apple products.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] JONBOY345:
As well all should. :)

Stuck on the Poor Man's HTC for now.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] xanmanz31:
keep in mind also that theres only a handfull of iphone models. there are numerous android devices making it lots harder to appeal to as many people. he needs some word of mouth business tell ya friends bout these cases.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] MRFERRARI23:
I did I reached out to him cause I wanted to beta test his case for the HTC One that way I could show it off And get him business. Heck I work at sprint so what Better way to promote but I guess in the end he didn't want to which was confusing to me but oh well. I have lots of friends and people I probably could've easily gotten interested. We spoke and it seemed like we were going to connect then nothing! Idk...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
I have not found other phone companies that make their designs available like apple does. If you find phone "blueprints", let me know as it is a ton easier to design case around engineer drawings!

I am a huge iMac user... and have been for well over a decade. That being said, I have never owned an iPhone (until recently, just for case displays) and I am still on Snow Leopard OS as Apple keeps trying to "upgrade" my desktop into a damn iPhone!!! But as a case maker, it would be silly not to offer a case for a phone that hasn't changed is 4-5 years!

Exactly, there are roughly 100,000,000 iphone 4 and 5's out there (2 Designs for me).... and there are probably 10,000 Different (Slight Exaggeration) Android phones! And yes, word of mouth is the best way for a small business to grow.

I stay BUSY (and there are quite a few ways to reach me, my email link in my sig for one!) We talked about the prototypes and I let you know that I didn't want to get one in your hands as it was a Prototype and I didn't want it "shown" off as it was all about testing (You need a production ready case to show off in your Sprint store)... Back in February, you contacted me wanting to get a case for your EVO, then you decided that you wanted to wait for the ONE, which is completely understandable! But at the same time you were mentioning "scratching" each others backs... spreading the word, etc. so you could get a free case... I was cool with that, and still am, but I have yet to be contacted by anyone saying "Hey man, Mr Ferrari sent me"!

Honestly, I have been kind of waiting for you to "spread the word" but the only thing I have seen from you is "Where are you" Where did you go" in a public forum (Something better asked directly).... I haven't gone anywhere, I've been in the lab working my tail off everyday!

I'm on:

Twitter (don't know what the hell to do there...yet) - You haven't followed

Google+ (Pretty slow on this one so far) - You haven't +'ed anything or added to your circles

Facebook (The wife actually got this going) - You don't use FB, that's fine...

Instagram (Yet another one I'm unsure what to do with) - No favorites or follow...

Gmail in my sig (I know how to work this one!) - Not a single email from you though...

Website link in my sig (have to find time to work on it!) - Have you seen it or shared a link to it?

If your still wanting to get a PROMOTIONAL case... contact me DIRECTLY, I do not mind hooking you up, but I would expect a little bit of an effort on your end! Hope you don't take any of the above personally, but you have to look at things from my perspective!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] samsunghater:
Ok i thought i lost this damn topic lol is there a one case being made!?

Sent from my HTCONE using Xparent Skyblue Tapatalk 2
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
The HTC One case is in production... Check out the facebook page or email, or pm me...links in my Sig.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] WickedSS2005:
Badass case! Are you still making these?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
Yes, still at it!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Threevo:
How would I go about buying one? info!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] xanmanz31:
link
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] KEYofR:
No the antennas are all stuffed in the plastic cover, most printed right onto the inside surfce. The aluminum body just blocks radio. That's part of the reason reception is so bad on this phone. And that's why there is even any plastic on the back.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mwedemeier11:
I'm totally fine sacrificing the kickstand, I actually built a wooden dock for work last week so I'm set. I'm pumped to see your designs.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] llozano:
Id bur black or blue.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mbaseball3:
Powder coated! :thumbup:

Sent from my EVO
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] billykent1972:
I'll take two..black would be nice as well
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] crab_colony:
I definitely would be interested depending on price as well. A black model and a silver model is a must to go with the black or white phone.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] guitarman584:
How thick did you make the front and back parts?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] jkt97401:
Ohhhhh.... Would this affect signal reception? Can anyone confirm or deny that an aluminum case would interfere?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
Sounds like black will be the color to go with!

Also thickness is undecided....going to go thinnest possible while retaining strength...I was planning to use 1/8'' but have been thinking adding a 1/4'' would be to much.

I have no idea yet if this will affect the signal reception but like I stated in the first post I'm still in the design phase and open to suggestions!

Could also make it out of clear plastic???
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] misfit0313:
Depending on price I'd buy one in raw aluminum or black.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Deathsnuggle:
I'd want one, but the aluminum would block nfc
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] thermus:
I would take one too if I wasn't upgrading in a week. Also, beware of posting items for sale. Make sure to PM pricing info and shipping info. I almost got my account banned for selling accessories in the forums.

The rules state you can't use xda for making money.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tm21fourt3:
I'm very interested.....I like the design. I love using cad and designing stuff, and this looks like something that I would do.

Curious though, if it is a cmc machine, why couldn't you use a hard plastic or a different material besides aluminum? Forgive me if this was already answered, I honestly didn't read every post in this thread lol
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
I could make it out of black delrin which is a hard plastic if that is something everyone would be interested in instead of aluminum?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mwedemeier11:
Plastic would work quite nicely I think, not as flashy as aluminum but probably better for NFC and Signal.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bobarune:
Agreed. I probably get one no matter what it's made of cause it looks cool.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Akosp:
the logo is a little bit intense in my opinion. I would either want the full logo on the inside of the cover, or simplified.

but it looks great and im interested on how this will work out ;)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] samsunghater:
maybe less logo a silver/raw look or darker red definately metal cuz i could care less about nfc as long as radios arent affected.. Id kinda really like dark red brushed/raw aluminum :)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] focbuster78:
I would defiantly take one, here at school I am able to use machines to manufacture and mill that. maybe I could make one and send it to you! just and idea haha
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] KEYofR:
Better for ALL signals, bluetooth, 2.4ghz, 5ghz, cell, nfc, gps, fm. They're all stuffed into the plastic cover. Some are in the form of antennas printed in gold right on the inside surface of the cover. Some are in the form of chips (don't look like antennas) in the phone in the same area. And the nfc chip on the cover too of course.

A black or yellow anodized aluminum would be so cool I'd almost want one anyways. If your house and work and most common hangouts happened to have strong enough coverage, you might get by ok by the open edges.

Maybe he can make slots in the back cover that expose the antennas a little?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] alexjzim:
op, you could always cut out a square in the aluminum and put in a plastic piece for radios and nfc. If you really wanted to get crazy, you could build the case so its made to be used sans rear cover, with longer antennas built into your case. Would drive up cost, but it would be pretty cool.

Would love one of these in dark blue ;)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
Alright well heres the plan I will make one out of plastic and one out of aluminum and see how each case affects the signals and report back with pics and details and we can go from there.......How does that sound?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Bastafari:
What about a bumper aluminum case. I would definitely buy that and wouldn't have nfc gripes.

Sent from my EVO
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] b13qr25:
good idea leave it as skeleton as possible and add laser pointer with lighter attachments as well as the card holder

i want one! (metal not plastic)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] igobytony:
yeah, black would be sweet. especially around a white phone.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] nolageek:
I'd love it in either android green or holo blue.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tm21fourt3:
That green would be nice - or a neon green....

But yellow would be sick too....
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] heliguide62:
polished aluminum would be nice too!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] pushofthetides:
I'm interesting....I'd.like you to think about doing lik balistics cases do and put some sort of inner rubber to protect the phone if dropped. A dropped phone inside a hard case kinda sucks...that's why.I'm not to fond of otterbox. I like them but I prefer ballistics...plus they have the rubber corners. That's cool. I know you've been asked...but any ideas on prices....why about shipping....I'm.in Dallas tx
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] samsunghater:
Lol wow... I have an otter an the rubber insert does just fine.

Sent via Xparent SkyBlue 2 powered by my EVO lte
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] guitarman584:
Sounds like a good idea. Better to thoroughly test things before selling them.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] jdebutts:
+1 on the polished aluminum case
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] pushofthetides:
my otterbox doesnt have a rubber insert. its hard plastic that snaps together then the rubber that goes around it.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ebe01:
Polished or black would take either when done
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Socrguru:
Looks awesome! I'd be in for one regardless of material used.

I'm not entirely familiar with CNC, can it do 3D shapes? If so just adding a lip to the long edge of the back and front pieces would markedly strengthen them, and you could probably go with thinner metal (1/16" or even less).
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] smallba:
I would definitely like one if it came brushed, polished or black. Subscribed
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] 10-Dee-Q:
This is awesome, just an idea , why not make just bumper like the element case for the iPhone? Or even better make a fully protected type like the lunatik for iPhone? I'll definatelly buy few pieces my self. Thx.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] PuRE IVIonztah:
This is so cool. Waiting for price and I'd dive right it. Just take my money
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] BOO5TED:
Couple of card slots and just raw/brushed aluminum and I'd be in.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] samsunghater:
Any word on this lol i been dreaming of a powder coated blood red aluminum case ;)

Sent via Xparent SkyBlue 2 powered by my EVO lte
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
I'm still working away at this just have been busy with work and getting ready for the holidays....I'll keep you guys posted!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] shadowxaero:
Well when ever you finish you can put me down for one. Looks really good.

Sent from my Anthrax infected SuperLTE
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] samsunghater:
hope he didn't give up jb just came and i love my phone again lol
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Talal916:
This looks awesome!

Sent from my EVO 4G LTE
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] gchild00:
This a great idea. I wonder why most manufacturers don't offer these as an option. Probably too expensive to make.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
Check this out!

Here is one of my custom cases...

(Disclaimer: This is my own design, produced before ever seeing this post! - Not from the OP's design, which is very nice indeed!!)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] BOO5TED:
Wow, that's nice!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Kanes_Inferno:
Saw this on Google+, great job.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] photon4glover:
Signal strength effected at all?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kthorpe88:
You beat me to it! that looks awesome! Can we just buy them from you?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
Thanks for the compliment!

Yes it does... but not much!

I tested it using an app called Network Signal Info and at my desk I get an average of -82 dBm (2 minute long test) without the case on. And an average -84 dBm (again, 2 minute test) with the case installed (Lower is better) So yes, the case does slightly affect the signal strength. But I also have done this test with other plastic/silicone cases and have found that they will also degrade signal strength a couple points.

So, all in all, I would say a decrease of 2dBm with this OR any other case!

:D PM me! Don't want to break any forum rules!!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mito8485:
Can you post more pics? The case looks brutal!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
Sure can!

Thanks! The pics are not the best... (Taken with the wife's EVO 3D) - I'll try and get some nice detailed pictures sometime this week.

Did I mention this case has teeth?! But don't worry, she doesn't bite!

Also surprised no one has asked about the lack of a rear speaker cutout! Hmm.... (See 4th pic!)

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] MRFERRARI23:
It's absolutely awesome looking what I think would be cool to is if you shot a little video I think It would help show more details and show it off better than pictures.

Sent from my Evo LTE
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mito8485:
I second that notion! Sweet looking case!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bobarune:
Are you considering adding a speaker cutout? I would like to have one.

Edit: and btw, the metal case is smexy as hell

"You might have a very minor case of serious brain damage."
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
Nope! It is designed that way on purpose! If you look closely at the 4th picture, you can see some of the cavity that is routed out on the inside, back of the plate. This does a couple things, it allows the rear speaker room to breath. Literally! By covering what would be a very small hole on the outside and replacing it with a larger cavity on the inside. (Acoustics! Grand piano in your apartment, not so great... they sound better in an open concert hall)

1) This ensures that your speaker won't get covered up!

2) It re-directs the sound towards the palm of your hand, which is usually cupped toward you, which in turn directs the sound toward you!

Hard to explain in writing, but I'm sure some of you have figured out that when you hold a phone with a rear mounted speaker in a certain way, it can sound fuller/better because the sound is bouncing off your hand and back at you. Not just going the opposite direction out of the back of the phone! I'll get some video as soon as I can so I can hopefully show this in action!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tm21fourt3:
What happens when the phone vibrates? Does the it hurt the phone or shake the case or anything bad?

But on another note - the case is pretty sick looking
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] morpheus6d9:
im interested in this case as well looks beautiful
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
It vibrates normally... doesn't hurt the phone or shake the case. It all vibrates nicely together!

Thanks, your welcome to PM me!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] uncanny03gt:
So sick!! Love the skulls on the back!! :highfive:
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bobarune:
If you haven't gotten a case from tnEVo, you should!

Here's mine

http://imgur.com/UIUu96x

Image is too huge to post with BB code. Just click on the link
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Kanes_Inferno:
Dang, that's nice. Change that out for the Tar Heels logo and it'll be even better ;)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
Thanks!

Thanks for the great pics!! Say "Cheese" to the Wildcat!

Whatever you can imagine (pretty much) can be done!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bobarune:
Like tnEVo said, it can be almost anything.

"You might have a very minor case of serious brain damage."
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] BigMosley:
Dang so anything can be custom etched into it? Exactly who's selling these? Any info on pricing?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bobarune:
Pretty much anything can be etched into it. PM tnEVo if you want info. (He has a post above.)

"You might have a very minor case of serious brain damage."
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Socrguru:
Just to throw up another iteration of tnEVo's case - this thing looks awesome, and is sturdy as hell! A bit bulky, but not overly so, and definitely unique!

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Please excuse the quality of the photos, they were taken using my wife's iPhone 5 ;)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bobarune:
Nice dude!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] polar2792:
How's screen protectors hold up with the case?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bobarune:
It should be fine since it holds on to the edges of the phone and when you first put the case on you place the phone face down on the front face plate.

"You might have a very minor case of serious brain damage."
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tnEVo:
A little Blood Red???

Anodized... not powder coat!