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[Nexus 4 Accessories] zephiK:
Okay what the hell. Same thing happened to me, been waiting all day for mail (not one mail). Usually when I order from Amazon and it comes via USPS, there is never a mix up of mail ever. Hmmm. Very awkward
[Nexus 4 Accessories] raiderep:
Same here. Mine doesn't say delivered yet but its been out for delivery since the 26th and also says rerouted to another address as of yesterday. This is the first time I've ever had problems with USPS tracking. Odd indeed!

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] StuMcBill:
I have ordered one of the Poetic Bumpers and a Front & Back screen protector from XtremeGuard.

They have both shipped and I am looking forward to getting them so I can get rid of the screen covers that came with the phone, and this TPU Case which covers up the gorgeous back of this phone!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Chochiwpg:
My Poetic Bumper shipped today. Wonder how long it will take to go past Canadian Customs? My guess is I will get it in 2 to 3 weeks.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] zephiK:
Ok USPS tracking is just awful after I complimented it. It said that it was delivered at 11:53 AM and the mail came in at around 5 PMish (walked away for a bit and came back to relook and mail was delivered). Quite late than usual, usually get my mail at like 1 PMish. Been changing a lot lately, just very weird how it said delivered at 11:53 but it wasn't here until 5 hours later. Was just put into my mailbox came in a standard white folderish package.

Oh wow, I feel bad for you that it says out for delivery on 26th and you're in Northern California as the shipment comes from San Francisco, CA 94107.

Edit: first impressions. pretty nice, looks better in person (the gray that is). doesn't necessarily provide a 'grip on' but certainly easier to hold the phone (you can squeeze it better). buttons on the side are quite pleasant to press on (power button doesnt feel as mushy)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 4Pr3mier:
I requested a replacement since the TPU started separating from the plastic. They replied quickly.

Dear Buyer,

Thank you for the update. *We are shipping a replacement to you today (12/28) with the USPS tracking number: #########. *Also, due to the time and costs of a return, we have decided to make an exception and you are welcome to keep the defective unit as well. Please let us know if you have any questions.

Alex from Poetic
[Nexus 4 Accessories] bryanus:
The Atmosphere is here!

Just got it.

Seems similar to the Poetic Bumper in terms of fit and slimness. Same tpu-like material on top lip. Nothing is loose. It feels much more slippery to me in the back compared to the naked glass of the bumper. Same buttons as the bumper and they work great. I would say this is really just a bumper with a back!

Much more difficult to remove than the bumper.

My preference is still the bumper style.

Width 71.5mm, Height ~12mm, Weight 18g

Enjoy!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Elsydeon:
Does the lip on the Atmosphere extend over the screen at all? That was my biggest problem in the past with their Atmosphere case, it acted like a typical TPU case and would start peeling off the screen protector. I see you have a dry screen protector so it avoids it, but would it be an issue with edge to edge wet screen protectors? Nice to see the bottom is one full piece this time, and not just a stringy bit like I've seen on their iPhone/iPod Touch Atmosphere. That matte back might be a great thing for those that want a transparent hard case that doesn't stick to back protectors.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kcbboy:
It's the same exact lip as the bumper case. If you have a wet apply screen protector it's going to lift more than likely.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] bryanus:
It does extend over the screen slightly, the exact amount that the bumper does. Hard to measure, but I'd say it covers the screen on the sides by about 1/16" or so, maybe less. I think the lip is required to keep the case on the device. As others have noted with the bumper case, wet screen protectors will interfere with the lips on these cases, unless you are able to somehow lift the lip around the edges as you install it.

IMO, the bumper material on the sides )the glossy part) is grippier than the mette sides of the Atmosphere. Apart from the back of the Atmosphere, I would say they offer the same level of protection otherwise.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] OmgitzFire:
Received mine today and i love it.

Its less wider than the OEM bumper

It does sort of lift my screen protector but only on one corner its hard to see.

Idk if this is normal but the right side of the bumper is a bit loose near the power button.

Sent from my nexy Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ssskom:
looks good. still $7 on amazon for anyone who wants it (atmosphere)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] zephiK:
I think its normal. Seems like everywhere else of the phone is reinforced with something to make it feel harder but power button (nearby) doesn't have it. Doesn't bother me though. It doesn't fall off and is relatively tight unless you forcefully pull it off
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Jess813:
Got mine and it came with the rubber piece peeling off... Just emailed the seller on Amazon.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] jt.61:
So the back is not somewhat clear to allow the back to shine through?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] cyanide911:
Guys how would you say this Bumper is in terms of protection? I'm getting tempted to buy it but there's not much point if it won't offer decent protection from drops.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] mackster248:
Depends what kind of drops you expect to happen. This bumper will protect the phone from casual drops, such as ones from your pocket to the ground. So about 3-4 feet maybe? Not sure what would happen on a 6+ foot drop though. But casual drops should be fine for this bumper.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] FatalityBoyZahy:
Does it scratch the Nexus 4? iPhone 5 users were saying that it was scratching their devices.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] pinkman1:
Same over here. :good:
[Nexus 4 Accessories] bryanus:
The bumper should provide very good corner protection if the device hit directly on the corners. But if it hit on the tpu edge part of the front, I have a feeling the protection wouldn't be as good since it would deform on impact more than when hitting the hard plastic of the bumper (glossy blackparts). I think the tpu part is thick enough to prevent scratching on impact, but a strong enough hit might still bend the chrome bezel. I haven't tested my theory of course.;)

The case itself doesn't scratch the device, but any grit inside the case might, as it would with any case really.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] theTqM:
It is just as bryanus said. I would advise regardless of what case you have that you should remove it once a week or every fortnight and just give the inside a clean out. Getting just a tiny spec of dust/sand/other grit can lead to scratches (generally hairline) over time. This might be a task if whatever case you have is hard to remove, but it is less likely that your case going on and off is going to scratch your phone than the eventuality of grit getting in.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] FatalityBoyZahy:
If that's the case, I'll probably be ordering one of these soon. :) Thanks
[Nexus 4 Accessories] clockcycle:
Ok I got my atmosphere today and just got around installing it. I put it on my n4. I also just finished installing a skinomi techskin.

So my preliminary views; nice packaging/presentation. Very very good tight fit. Buttons feel great. Opening spot on. The raised rubber? tpu? edges don't push up on the obviously wet protector.

Nexus and LG logos are visible. The texture makes the phone bit more grippy.

It adds no bulk.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] rdoane:
Excited for my atmosphere case to be delivered. Thanks for the pics!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kcbboy:
anyone looking to pick up any of the other colors? I'm really considering the yellow as I don't think it'd look too bad with gray.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] shroud27:
not so good

I received my Borderline Bumper phone from poetic and it looks really good, although the back lifts up my bestskinsever. Cutouts are good, provides good access to all the ports, and the buttons work like a charm. The one major problem is that after pulling the phone out of my pocket three times the bumper just broke. The gray rubber part separated from the black plastic sides so the bumper just falls off the phone. I contacted peotic and they are sending a replacement... will let you know how it goes.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] cobyman7035:
link from there to buy this bumper? any actual pics? thanks

nm i found the link on amazon.ca its 22bucks shipped price to canada!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] theTqM:
Yellow is by far the best of the colors offered. I'm tempted and probably will buy one in the new year.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
You guys do know that bestskinsever is now offering a case optimized scren protector now. I just ordered 2 on Thur and they shipped on Friday.:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Sent from my Nexus 4 using Xparent Blue Tapatalk 2

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I'm not sure yet how I feel about the colored ones. If I did get one yellow would be my choice.

Sent from my Nexus 4 using Xparent Blue Tapatalk 2
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DrunkFuX666:
I think the grey border kinda kills the whole look of the case and phone... im really not liking it... if this was a black on black as other have suggested then i would definately jump on it... although the original OEM ones quality and finish looks amazing and so much better, at the end of the day the price factor here wins on the poetic...

Anyone know if there was a way to contact poetic to find out if they will be releasing a black on black... i mean they released a bunch of fugly other colors... but they all have that same grey part in them... just maybe they will release a black on black? what makes the colored ones worse is, im sure they are all glossy colors like the glossy black with the matted grey... that would look really bad, although i would imagine a matted red and matt black case would look pretty sesky...!

Also, have any of you tried this bumper with the xtremeguard front and back protectors...?? do they go well or is there some kinda hinderance...??
[Nexus 4 Accessories] gagdude:
Well from the pictures posted earlier we discovered that the gray is actually a very dark gray. The gray/black, IMO is basically black/black.

The xtremeguard back protector plays well, but I don't think the front one does
[Nexus 4 Accessories] smirkis:
my package is out for delivery in a different city lol. hope that's a error in the shipping info otherwise I'm gonna be a sad man tomorrow
[Nexus 4 Accessories] IAIRonI:
I'm so glad to hear this. I just ordered the exact same combo
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DrunkFuX666:
Yea I went thru all the pics people have posted here... thanks to all the peeps that took the time to do so... left you guys thanks where I could ;)

But still I think the grey isn't dark enough only because its up against the jet black nexus and the jet black glossy case portion as well... between the 2 black layers it looks... well light grey... the contrast which is causing the problem I guess... in my eyes at least...

So what problem do you find with the front protector and the bumper...what's wrong...?

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Q
[Nexus 4 Accessories] mackster248:
The grey is dark enough. It actually matches the gray checker board pattern that's at the back of the phone.

I'm using xtreme guard front and back and looks great.

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kcbboy:
I would like to see an all black one and an all white one but I doubt poetic is going to be churning out any other bumpers. Who knows about any other manufacturers out there.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] johhnyred23:
I got my bumper from poetic! Awesome! Look just Google ,nice fit. I'm going order a couple more,if you have a nexus 4 order this bumper! You'll love it! I crack my first nexus 4,you need a bumper! They literally slides off table!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] eep02b:
Has anyone had this happen to their bumper?? Had the number since 12/26 and it did this Saturday morning.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] gagdude:
:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:cyclops::cyclops::victory::victory::silly::silly::silly::silly::silly::silly::silly::silly::p:p:p:p:p:eek::eek::eek::eek::confused::confused::confused::cool::cool::cool::rolleyes::

Basically the case pushed up against the protector. I took it off and bought a cheap protector that doesnt go over the curved edges:fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::silly::silly::silly::lly::silly::cyclops::cyclops::cyyclops::cyclops::cyclops::cyclops:

(the smilies were my friend lol)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] upstandingcitizen:
Gave me a smile.

Also I think I'm gonna pull the trigger on the black bumper. Just not that adventurous

Hello, I am a signature.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] FatalityBoyZahy:
Request a replacement.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Phalonx:
Sound muffling?

Question for anyone who has the bumper: when the phone is placed screen up on a flat surface, is the sound from the rear speaker as muffled as when the phone is naked?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] 4Pr3mier:
Had that happen to me also. The entire right side plus half the top and bottom. Already asked for my replacement. I have a feeling this will happen to everyone's bumper eventually.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] _guzzler_:
Ok first drop with bumper on.

Dropped it from 4 feet on tiled floor. It bounced a couple of times. Phone is safe. Absolutely no evidence on the phone But the bumper has dings on the corners, the gray surface has become kinda flat where it hit and the glossy surface has scratched.

Overall happy.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] shroud27:
Yeah... mine came off on the top right side... replacement already on the way.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] gagdude:
Yeah guys the shiny black and matte gray started peeling in multiple areas. I requested a replacement and they sent me a tracking number

I feel like this happened because I repeatedly took the case on an off. This time I won't. Hope it lasts longer, I really want to like this case
[Nexus 4 Accessories] gqukyo:
I have 2 of these (paid for 1 and 1 replacement) and I haven't really used it in the real world, only put it on a few times but did not like it cuz it was loose. Now after reading about all the ones that are breaking, I'm glad I don't actually use it. Hopefully they'll go back to the drawing board and make it better.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DrunkFuX666:
I would most def get another rear protector rather than cover that beautiful behind up ;)

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Q
[Nexus 4 Accessories] californiarailroader:
I haven't had any issues with mine.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ImSherlocked:
What screen protector is that? It is criminally small. Are they Spigen Ultra Crystal. I was gonna order them. If they look anything like these, I would stay away from dry protectors.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] streety12:
Can not choose between the yellow and the black one.

Yellow would be nice and something new but I think the black one looks more elegant.

Unfortunately there is no video of the yellow bumper.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] FallN:
Just ordered a Poetic bumper in black/gray with 2 day Amazon Prime shipping . Should be here on Thursday. Looking forward to it. :good:

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ssskom:
Yellow hasnt been released yet..
[Nexus 4 Accessories] grayson73:
What back screen protector will play nice with this bumper?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] theTqM:
I ordered the Yellew/Grey bumper last night. I have other cases for elegance, this one is just to look unique,

This bumper will be as naked as I'll let my N4 ever get.

Half a month wait however.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] tosin01:
Received a Poetic bumper today which my wife has taken for her N4, so I have to order another one even though she told me she didnt want the bumper.:rolleyes:

Very nice bumper btw.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Nexus MC:
Got mine since pre-ordering it back in Dec. 10th and they shipped way ahead of scheduled shipment of Dec. 31.

But sadly, I dropped my N4 along the sides and corners on concrete (4 ft drop) on Dec. 21st.

They shipped the same day I dropped the phone and USPS tried to deliver on Saturday but my work was shutdown for 1 1/2 weeks.

If I had the bumper then, it would have helped from the dings and scratches.

Luckily, both glass didn't not scratch or break (and I did have the XtremeGuard on both front and back).

Now I have it, I am very happy with it, fits very snug and I had to adjust it a little when putting on with both front & back XtremeGuard.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kcbboy:
Could ship before then though because that's what happened to the black one. I ordered the yellow one myself.

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That's not a spigen.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] theTqM:
Indeed, would be great if it did.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] smirkis:
uh oh. mine is starting to peel a bit lol. its still together as one piece, but it is starting to peel if i stick my nail at the seams. bummer
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DrunkFuX666:
I think one could use super glue or elfy or something to fix it in 5 mins... but ofcourse claim the replacement too...

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Q
[Nexus 4 Accessories] smirkis:
oh i did claim it, trust me lol. i have 3 people using this case including me and i am not to thrilled about it separating like this.

i just received my atmosphere case and took off the bumper, and it actually split. total bummer. it was the first time i took it off and i can say if you take it off a few times it's done for. which sucks because how are you supposed to clean it if you can't take it off.

i love this atmosphere case. hopefully it doesn't do the same thing as the bumper or i'm gonna be pissed. :crying:
[Nexus 4 Accessories] heat361:
Or a hot glue gun, but since they paid for some thing they should get their money's worth not something that would break in a couple of days.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Snowflake6:
What about us Canadians?

Anyone here try to order a Poetic Bumper or Atmosphere from Canada? I'd like to order one of each, but the Amazon store just says "there is a problem with your order... This item cannot be shipped to your location".

Suggestions?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] heat361:
I believe the bumper is also sold on eBay maybe you can order it from there. I'm not too sure about thee atmosphere case.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Snowflake6:
Good call... Both were available there. Orders placed. :)

The only downside is that on Amazon I could have got the bumper with the yellow border, which I would have preferred. But the black/grey will be fine too. It looks almost exactly like the iPhone4 bumper, which I keep coming back to on my iPhone despite trying a half-dozen other cases over the past two years. Not that it'll matter when my N4 arrives this week... :P
[Nexus 4 Accessories] heat361:
The yellow bumper is not shipping shipping till January 15 either way:p
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Evil_munki:
The Atmosphere case is £10 on Amazon UK, seems to be the only place to get it at the moment. Worth £10?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] smirkis:
indeed. i honestly like it more then the bumper. feels nice in the hand and i feel provides more protection. and you can still see the nexus and LG logo, but it isn't clear. but still looks great!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] johhnyred23:
I order and received ! Awesome fit and look I also pair with a s3 holster perfect fit and look still see the shine on the back.very happy and the grey I'd dark it exactly look black matte I got the case and bumper for 12 bucks ship! Can best that
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ssskom:
not sure if this helps but I always "slide" the top part of my phone into the bumper case first, before pushing in the bottom when putting on the case.

When taking it off, I start from the bottom of the phone.

So far I've managed countless removal of the phone from the case without having the "plastic separation" issues :victory:...got my case last Thursday :cool:
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Michealtbh:
I went ahead and bought it at that price. Seemed great from reviews but now I'm hearing reports of it falling apart

Edit - thought you were talking about the bumper
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Evil_munki:
Thanks for the replies.

Oh I meant the hard case, have you bought the Atmosphere from Amazon UK? What's annoying is that I saw the Atmosphere case was £5 on Amazon UK, and when I got round to buying it in the evening yesterday it was £10!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Michealtbh:
I bought the bumper, should be arriving this week. It was £5 plus £5 delivery, £10 total.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kcbboy:
This. And you shouldn't push two corners onto the phone at once. Slide the top in first and push in one corner at a time.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ml2514:
non uniform back?

Hi guys,

For anyone with their atmosphere case, is the translucent back inform? Or are there blotches and scratches on the back where some areas are translucent and some are opaque?

Mine is not a uniform translucent.... Looms like its worn down.

Fit is great however.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Josh98:
Could someone with the Atmosphere upload some pics? Mines on it's way now but I'd still like to see how it looks :)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] pinoyz:
Posted a few pages back

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=36003613&postcount=288
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Josh98:
Ah thanks, went back a few pages, must have been one page short.. Looks.. Okay. A big part of me is considering just keeping it nude, it just looks and feels so nice. I should be more sensible though.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] tuffballa:
Just put my bumper on and man oh man...it is sexyyy!! Way better than I expected. Perfect fit in hands does NOT feel bulky at all and believe it or not...buttons are actually easier to push! Only problem is none of my damn screen protectors fit it. I might just go naked in the front and put one on the back. Good or bad idea?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Euler MD:
Good idea, I will be doing the same.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Bestskinsever has a screen optimized screen protector out now I just received 2 today and they are amazing

http://www.bestskinsever.com/google-nexus-4-skin

Sent from my Nexus 4 using Xparent Blue Tapatalk 2
[Nexus 4 Accessories] grayson73:
I was looking for a back screen protector that would fit with this case. If anyone finds one, let us know!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] gagdude:
Pretty much any back SP will work with the bumper because it goes over the back a bit, basically protecting the edges of the SP
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
Mine was like that to.. It isnt uniform and has blotches you see when the N4 is in it and it looks like there are some "stress" cracks about to start around the camera and speaker cut outs. It looks and fits great though. Ill probally contact them for a replacment.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ml2514:
That is exactly the same with my case. White Stress marks at the camera and speaker grill with blotches all around.. Weird
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ketjr81:
After using my bumper case for a little while the front lip near the usb port is starting to split. It's the tpu separating from the black plastic.

Has this happened to anyone else?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] gagdude:
Quite a few people in the last few pages, in fact. They'll give you a free replacement if you ask
[Nexus 4 Accessories] FatalityBoyZahy:
How do those protectors feel? I want the Spigen protectors but they're too expensive
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DrunkFuX666:
I don't understand what exactly the problem is when you say "screen protectors don't fit it".

I mean isn't the screen protector for the front and back while the bumper is only for the sides...?? I known the bumper has a lip that will cover the front and back screen a few mm... but how is that causing such a huge hindrance on the front to say nothing fits on it...??

Some pictures maybe to explain would be highly appreciated...

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy Q
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Evil_munki:
I presume the case lifts the screen protector due to the lip the case has on the front of the screen.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] rafalution2:
I orderd the poetic bumper case.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] tuffballa:
That is correct. It lifts the protector from the bottom and even the sides. U have to cut it to make it fit