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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] benno4403:
I also ordered the original otterbox defender case. Too bad it produced an echo on the callers side

All of the three N7100 phones I tested with the case had this issue. Just returned it for a replacement.. maybe faulty design? Removing the case instantly solved the issues.

Anyone had the same experience with these cases? (I did read something about it but the posts are a little outdated)

Cheers
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] jcgdell:
I have a brand new knight case for sale. PM with offer and its yours. First come first serve.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] benno4403:
Anyone familiar with the echo? See my above post. Thanks!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] livingaboard:
do you have the built in protective screen cover on or did you remove it?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] jlczl:
It's a known and documented issue.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] speedlever:
I admit not having read this entire thread. I have the OB Defender case and do not have any issues with echo. However, I am still new to both the N2 and the OB Defender.

Edit: is the echo on the caller side or on the callee side? I had a complaint about echo from the callee side today. I've never heard any kind of echo from my end... yet.

I have had my GN2 (i317) for less than a week. I got the OB Defender case right off the bat, first time with an OB case. Great case in many ways, but when I was checking out the large size of the GN2, I neglected to allow for the extra bulk of the Defender. That takes it out of the single-hand operation for my average sized hands.

I have 4 complaints about the otherwise great OB Defender case:

1) extra bulk and weight of the defender

2) hard to push the power button and the case flexes and creaks when the PB is pushed

3) screen protector is quite good, but hovers above the actual screen just enough that I can feel a double touch that I find disconcerting. I would prefer a screen protector on top of the GGlass.

4) the hole for the home button is indeed a dust vacuum. Not terrible, but it makes me wish OB had sealed that hole and had a raised section for the home button.

I am torn between wanting a minimalist case (but lose much of the protection). I ordered a cheap one from China. But am considering my options, including returning the Note for the GS4 (unlikely).

How does the Seido active case and holster compare? I vary between putting the N2 in my back pocket and putting it in the holster.

How does the Mercury SQ1 slim fit case do? Or the Ringke slim SF case?

What to do.... mulling my options. Mostly case-wise as I otherwise really like the N2.

I came from an S720C Galaxy Proclaim on Straight Talk running 2.3.6. Not a bad phone or service, all-in-all. But no roaming and lack of current Androids brought me back to the post-paid side of the equation. Now I am tempted to dig into the innards and learn about rooting my N2 and see what sort of trouble I can get myself into by tinkering beyond my comfort zone. ;)

Edit: I moved to the Seidio Active case for the GN2 and liked it. I also tried the Mercury SQ1 case which was nice for a minimalist case. But in the end, I found the GN2 too big as a daily driver and traded it in for the GS4. I'm liking the Speck CandyShell or CS Grip cases on the GS4 with a cheap eBay holster. No regrets on the move to the GS4. It fits me better for my usage.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] benno4403:
All right guys thanks for the feedback.

I am personally experiencing a lot of people saying they are hearing themselves double.

Anyone know a fix?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] JudgeDredd67:
Push out the clear plastic screen protector/dust collector and apply a regular screen protector. I had the same issue and now its gone and I don't miss having all that dust getting in under it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] farfromovin:
Anyone aware of a Desk Dock that fits the Defender? I'm looking to charge and enable USB audio out so I can plug a 3.5mm cable into the dock.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Nihele:
Why is it that Otter does not react to the screenprotector problem that most people are having with their Defender case???

I wanted one, until I read about all these SP troubles.

Now I will wait for Otter's resolution to the problem, or I'll buy another brand case.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vmahendra98:
any tips to eliminate the creaking? i got rid of that terrible SP ik theres that electrical tape solution but wont that leave residue on the screen?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] erica_renee:
I put a thin plastic type screen protector on my screen.. Then put the case on my phone with the built in one. It gets the build in one close the the screen. Less noise touching it and also the applied to phone screen protector prevents the dust that gets under the built in one from scratching the screen.

The touch function still works very good..

Its double protection .
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] SDPadre7:
Otterbox is a good company. They replaced my Defender case free of charge because my other one was damaged (tabs broken) due to having to pull the case apart numerous times to get the dust/lint out that would accumulate under the screen protector (SP). When I received the replacement case first thing I did was remove the SP. I then put a peace of thin foam between the back of the phone and case to alleviate any movement/creaking noise. Works great! :thumbup: :)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] PrimaryMaster:
Otterbox might have served some of you well.. but let's face it.. they released this case without proper testing!

Take me for instance.. smn ordering it from overseas believing that it is the best case out there for my phone.. and **** happens.. then what do I do? Send the case back and forth from Turkey to US.. Pay another case money for all that..

IF Otterbox had great customer service.. this is what they'd do: Send a free one without waiting for me to send mine back! What does it cost them per case? Any ideas? 5 dollars? 10? Not more than 15 I believe.. Can't be that high..

If as a business owner you fck up.. you try to make amends even though you lose money... if you care about customer loyalty or business continuity.. right?

I believe they are not doing enough to make this right.. Did they officially make a recall? Not that I'm aware of.. but they should have ALREADY!:mad:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] amandaheath1107:
Going to try both

I've been frustrated with the dust collection and having to clean my phone every other day as well. I was looking into other cases, but I really do love the Defender - just hate this SP issue. So, I'm going to try both of the two suggestions simultaneously:

1. Place a regular stick on screen protector on my Note, and

2. Place a bit of foam padding between the back of the phone and the inner case

That way, my actual Note screen will be protected from any scratches caused by dust particles and, also, the foam padding will provide a snugger fit. So, hopefully with the combination of these two, there won't be much space for and dust to get in.

Thanks, guys!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] bob60626:
Erica, how is this holding up for you?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] erica_renee:
still works fine

I Do have to take the otter box cover off once every week or so to clean between the two.The Plastic one on the otter box is also quite scratched. My guess from things in my purse but the phone itself Still looks and works like new..

One more thing.. I have Dropped my phone several times with this case on it. :good::good:

I so hope this thing last a few more years . For what the thing cost im not upgrading anytime soon . Same with my note 10.1 tablet.

Good Luck
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] 201reyes:
I have gone from the UAG, to the Griffin, to the Otterbox Defender. I don't recommend the Griffin, it's too flimsy and poorly constructed. The UAG is great if you are phone in the pocket type person. IMO, the best of the 3 is the Otterbox Defender, it's like an upgraded UAG (screen protector/sturdy case).
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] nelly_85:
So I filled a warranty claim with otterbox this week for my galaxy note 2 commuter case and what i got instead was a defender? Does this usually happen? I prefer the commuter but the holster comes in handy. Then only gripe I have is the Damn screen protector and the volume keys. Seems like otterbox didn't fix the issue.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mihailuican:
Hi everybody. Great forum.

I also got a brand new Otterbox Defender from Ebay for my N7100. Genuine case as far as I can tell...

I modded the case so that I could slip in my 6400mAh Mugen battery.

Despite the fact that my mother, every time that I was calling on her home phone, said that she was like talking to herself because of the powerful echo...I was very happy with my case... until last night... when I checked this forum....you got the picture.... and found out that Mom was RIGHT.

I don't recall anybody else telling me about this echo... but maybe they just didn't care, since these were mostly work-related contacts...

Last night I tried to do the fix that I got here on XDA, with two slices of ear bud foam...it involved a little bit of cursing here and there, but I managed to align the holes and to trim them with an electric solder for electronic parts. It is not observable and I will post in a few hours if this did fix the damn echo or not. Cheers.

UPDATE: Guys, I called many persons, including Mom and wife. ECHO IS OFF. I confirm that this fix is working. Cheers.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
I'm leaning towards the commuter but idk
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Oli2k:
I think overall the commuter is the one I prefer
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] P1 Wookie:
I'll keep on waitin'...lol. I need a holster, and the protection of the defender.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mastergrim8:
There are 3 reviews up of the otterbox on youtube. All have a non-US accent. I'm assmung they all got theirs from the UK?

Anyone else going to punch out that screen protector when they get the defender?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] elite-fusion:
if you visit some websites, they are in stock for UK users...http://www.expansys.com/otterbox-defender-case-for-samsung-galaxy-note-2-black-238994/ if you notice, in the upper right, it has UK in there, but as soon as you switch to US and search for the case, it is not in stock.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] P1 Wookie:
Yeah and it ain't worth 26 dollars shipping to get it now, lol. Just have to keep waiting.

Excuse me, 26 pounds shipping, lol.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Tomo1971:
Got mine today from an Amazon UK seller. First thing I did.... Take off the screen protector, lol. Didn't like it from the start, works well to be fair but I just like the silky smooth touch of the screen itself.

Liking the case but oh my god it's HUGE lol.

Sent from my Samsung Note II.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] elite-fusion:
pics...pics...pics....lol
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] jawain:
+1
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Tomo1971:
Here ya go ;)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] 440hsp:
I ordered the commuter for my att note 2 and it should be here tomorrow. I have the defender on my gt-I9300 and I had to modify the top where the 3.5mm headphone jack plugs in with my dremel tool. That's where I plug in to listen over my car stereo. Lol now the rubber around the sides of the defender don't stay clipped all the way around the case. It seems the rubber wears out easily over a short period of time if you take it out of the case often. It still protects the device very well though.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] elite-fusion:
DISCOVERY

Hey guys, hopefully Otterbox doesnt go through this website lol but anyways..

I was able to place an order for the Otterbox Defender case yesterday directly on their website.

If you go to their site, once the site with the case loads, you will see the add button on the page for a split second before it changes to Coming Soon message, if you click on Add in that split second, it will add it to your cart and you can check out, I placed the order yesterday and it was shipped out yesterday and I should have it on Wednesday of next week already according to FedEx.

Hope this helps for someone because I know that I am a happy camper right now lol
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mexiking713:
I was able to get the commuter on my cart but when I go to check out it tells me its currently out of stock but I can still make the payment. I guess ill just place my order and they will send it to me as soon as they get more which shouldn't be that long from now.

Sent from my Galaxy Note 2
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] elite-fusion:
I dont know, i just tried again with the defender, i dont see anywhere where it says out of stock, so not sure....I think its because the defeneder is in stock, just not avail for US yet, unless you do it using my trick that i found out yesterday,

by the way, I just found a coupon online to save some extra $$$..... The coupon is AM2012 make sure its just as its written, make sure its capitalized.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mexiking713:
Are you in the US? What type of discount is the coupon for? I have one for free ground shipping in the US. tb1010y

Sent from my Galaxy Note 2
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] elite-fusion:
Yep, I'm in New York.

AM2012 is for 5% off $50+, 10% off $75+, 15% off $100+, and I think it includes free shipping as well.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mexiking713:
Yeah thats why its not working for the commuter because it $44.99. Thats a really cool trick you found and best of all it seems to work since they shipped it to you already. People that really want the defender should jump on this. I would but I prefer the commuter.

Sent from my Galaxy Note 2
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] elite-fusion:
Yep, got tracking this morning or in the middle of the night sometime, but yea, should have the package on Wednesday so i am definitely looking forward to it!

i never used the commuter, but since this phone is so fragile with the screen, and the reports i have read on this site about people dropping it from like a foot or two and the screen stops working, i rather go for the defender lol better safe than sorry. :)

so jump on it guys :)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mexiking713:
Yup everybody has different needs when it comes to cases. Ive been using rhe commuter since my evo 4g and its been good to me and ive been faithfull to otterbox :)

Sent from my Galaxy Note 2
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] elite-fusion:
I wish it came built in with an extended battery of some sort, that would be amazing! lol
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] IamPro:
I discovered this Monday, wasn't going to post this till I got my case tomorrow but guess the cat is out of the bag :laugh:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] elite-fusion:
LOL werd i was thinking the same, but once i saw it already shipped i was like the heck with it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] jawain:
Well I good sir thank you I know you helped a few of us out got mine ordered today as well and saved like $10 with the codes I seen on here.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] P1 Wookie:
Took me a few F5s to catch it (stupid fast computer lmao) but I got it in the cart...now if only I had some damn money... LOL

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And both of those coupon codes stack, AM2012 and tb1010y, sweet
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mikdugal1:
Ugh. My wife put me on a spending Freeze. Bought up a lot of ammo last night had a coupon of sorts. Ugh.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] fsewell82:
It took a few f5's but i got mine ordered ... thanks for the tip :good:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Ghetto Geeksta:
I ordered this one to hold me over til the black Commuter is available, I really don''t like the poka dots on the back though, I hope it does not look as ugly in real life.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Oli2k:
Look really nice, cheers for the pics.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] P1 Wookie:
More protective than the otterbox? Highly doubtful.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] pgreeny69:
It looks like it adds alot of bulk. How is it in the pocket now?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] s4pat:
i was able to have my sprint rep order me one for direct ship yesterday from their warehouse. It will be delivered tomorrow. plus i got my accessory discount thats on my account. no shipping fee either.

they wee only showing one sku in stock and it's the black one.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MBM7881:
U just went to a sprint store & asked them to order u an otterbox defender case? Cool I just might have to do that thanks!!

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I keep trying to do this but its really fast. I must look like a lunatic refreshing the page and flying my mouse to get it to add to the cart lol
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] RaptorMD:
I received my OtterBox Commuter case two days ago and its going back. Great looking and solid case two pieces easily put together raised lip around the front so putting it face down will cause no issues. Camera is protected well, but for me it just added too much weight and bulk and the GN2 is already a BIG phone so I just ordered the OEM Samsung black case instead. I will miss it and have used many OtterBox cases in the past but
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mexiking713:
Would you be interested in selling it? I have the black samsung tpu case plus cash if you are interested.

Sent from my Galaxy Note 2
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] s4pat:
Actually I didn't even go in. I just called and my neighbor who works there ordered it and billed it to my account.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] P1 Wookie:
LMAO Use F5 to refresh the page while keeping your mouse there...
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MBM7881:
I got it I got it!! The only thing is that I wanted the Knight color but it gave me the glacier. Oh well...at least I got it :D
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] P1 Wookie:
Lol should have just picked the knight color before you started refreshing :P

I've got knight sitting in my shopping cart, just gotta wait for payday tomorrow, hahaha...now watch it be released tomorrow -_-
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] breakingcustoms:
you had to choose the color on the defender/commuter screen...that worked for me

i ended up ordering it with the second delivery option...was like $8, but that means i should get it soon. i hope they send the right case since they say they technically don't have them yet :good:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Tomo1971:
In a word..... Huge lol. And the phone is too ;)

Seriously though, I've bought the defender for when im back out on site with more chance of been dropped. When on site the phone is generally in a coat pocket or on a cabinet etc.

My normal daily case while I'm working from home is a d3o impact case and then have a Samsung flip case if going out.

Sent from my Samsung Note II.

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Now I have the defender the phone won't fit into the car holder I was using. Bummer :confused:

I was using an adjustable Brodit iPhone holder that you can adjust in width but it's maybe 3mm too narrow for the note + defender.

Any suggestions for a suitable holder that can be mounted / demounted with one hand?

Sent from my Samsung Note II.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ford12acing:
just ordered mine from sprint.com
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] firehazemt:
Just bought my defender from my local sprint store. They had got 3 on the truck and me and my gf bought 1 each and the third was spoken for as well. Fits good but I took the screen protecter off because I already have a zagg hd on it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] meatlocker:
Greatest. Tip. EVER!!!!!! Got it!!!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] breakingcustoms:
i would have done this, but otterbox has already shipped my "currently not in stock" Defender :victory:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Antarctica32:
Which way would be better for getting the defender: Ordering from otterbox.com using the split second ordering thing, or from Sprint.com?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] meatlocker:
You can get $7 off total using the coupon codes in a previous post when you order from Otterbox. Sprint charges the same $59, so Otterbox website is cheaper.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Antarctica32:
Thanks man! This exploitation of the website is kinda strange. You would think that they wouldn't just disable the ability to add it to the cart, but also disable something else in the ordering process. And how the option to add to cart lags there for a second before it goes away, they clearly didn't spend to much time on this. ...It's almost as if they wanted us to buy it early....*twilight zone theme*
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] P1 Wookie:
Maybe it's their way of rewarding folks that have that much will to buy their case! lol
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] intelli78:
I have been eagerly awaiting the release of this, as I have been an Otterbox customer for a while now. Got one at my local sprint store today - as much as I wanted to like it, the bulk is just too extreme.

I am back to my Cruzerlite TPU case in less than a day. Not to knock the company or product - but I would strongly recommend seeing this monster in action before laying down hard earned cash. it really makes the phone massive, IMO not in a good way at all.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Joshandhisguitar:
just ordered a Glacier colored otterbox defender, from discountcell.com... Says it will take 1-2 weeks to ship out, but from the reviews I've read about the website, they suck at getting things to you on time.

either way, it will get here eventually, and after shattering the screen on my Note 2, I'm willing to put up with the wait, the weight, and the bulk of this case.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] P1 Wookie:
Just ordered my Knight! :D Hopefully there isn't a delay on colors besides black. I have a case on it currently but I need my Otter lol
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] RaptorMD:
Sent you a PM if you are still interested.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] meatlocker:
FYI, mine is stuck in 'Processing' still from yesterday. I did a chat with an Otterbox rep, and he was unable to view my order in his system. He is looking into it and will get back to me. Be prepared that this 'trick' may not necessarily have a happy ending.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] IamPro:
It takes 36-48hrs to process
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mtbush:
Just picked up one from Sprint retail. The case looks and feels great, but should the volume buttons be this hard to push? The power button feels perfect, very little resistance. That being said this is my first Otterbox case so maybe there's break-in time to account for the volume buttons???
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mexiking713:
They should both feel the same. You can wait and it might get better from normal use or go swap it. I would just go swap it for another one.

Sent from my Galaxy Note 2
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Amowagou:
You can simply attach one of these to the back of your case: http://www.tinydeal.com/one-hand-adhesive-washable-ring-holder-stand-for-mobile-phone-p-58445.html. It works pretty well as a stand.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] P1 Wookie:
Or just use the holster. It's made to use as a stand.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] IamPro:
Yea I am having same annoyances altho its not huge deal for me

I think I am going to get the Commuter, Defender seems too bulky esp for a phone like this
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] intelli78:
This is pretty common, it will break in.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Gman65:
Thanks for the info, still had to do F5 to get it in the cart.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] shook187:
I just picked up the case and the volume buttons do suck to press :mad: The silicone on the volume feel squishy but needs to be pushed all the way down to make the volume go up or down. I'm a bit disappointed cause the power button feels so perfect. Hopefully I get used to it because I do like the case.

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Don't think it well get any better cause the silicone tabs on the inside just aren't long enough.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] P1 Wookie:
I just got the email saying the defender is now available to order

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The knight color is still coming soon though.