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[Galaxy Note II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] maxed4901:
Beg to differ.. i have installed and used 3 kernels.. with same apps and same usage almost to a 99%.. the statistics shown differ to ur opinion.. there are many reasons. One of it is that it was made for a specific person to use as per their need and ported to public due to demand.. u can go all out freedom speech but m sorry to say lets agree to disagree on that point.

Tapped from NII DN4 high on aGNI4.3
[Galaxy S III Accessories] skylancer:
I like this case~~~but they are expensive~~
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1slow4G:
last thing i heard is that metal/aluminum cases affect wifi signal and the NFC feature. Might be wrong tho
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Quasi Juice 21:
Whoa, that looks very nice. Where can I get one of these? O.O
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jordan23945bulls:
At least post a link or something.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1slow4G:
those cases are not even on the market yet.. only in china or something like that
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mputtr:
the metal enclosure like that would most likely affect cell and wifi signal. not sure about NFC though.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] SwissRocker32:
that case is very nice! where i can buy it?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Galactus:
Please read.

Seriously why hasn't a company designed a case similar to this, most of the ones in the picture thread look chunky and bumpy and have horrible edges. The UAG doesn't look too bad in black though.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xObey:
Great case I would buy this only if there was a link to the manufacturer.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ChrisM0678:
I'd like a link as well. It looks AWESOME. I wonder if it comes in black?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Speedin07si:
I would never want my Galaxy S3 to look anything like a iCrap. If I wanted a iCrap I would of bought one.

Sent from Pluto.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bkeaver:
I 100% agree with this statement
[Galaxy S III Accessories] offgrey:
This actually looks like one of those S3 design pitches. Personally don't like this, but if this is for real, this changes your back cover as well, yes?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Galactus:
Still, looks better than some of the blocky brick designs I've seen in the case thread. Aluminium is a no go though
[Galaxy S III Accessories] hellopanda:
Wow, any idea where to get one from???????///?/??/??/
[Galaxy S III Accessories] skylancer:
I saw them in HK once when I was traveling there last time and I browsed around on the net and seen them again!!

Unfortunately I didn't bookmark the website, I just saved the pictures!

This case is released a while ago so I believe they should be available in America already~~
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1ManWolfePack:
This is beautiful. Those hating on it obviously aren't secure enough to rock a case that looks like an iPhone. Regardless of your view on Apple, they engineer beautiful devices that can't be ignored.

I'd rock this any day -- regardless of price.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jonny68:
Looks the part alright but this will undoubtedly affect WiFi, etc as other people have mentioned.

Get yourself an urban armor case the best there is
[Galaxy S III Accessories] JHPadu:
By doing a "Google image search" (just drag and drop an image in the search window when in image search) I got two hits: here and here.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xObey:
I don't think that a case should just only be about protection like the urban armor case I think because would get this case because it has a great design and I would still get it even if it affects signal.

Taken from here
[Galaxy S III Accessories] NCX Designs:
I did some experiments and found that the LTE antenna is on the top and the 3G antenna is on the side, the lower 3/4 of the phone does not have any problem with metal
[Galaxy S III Accessories] i.amtom:
Where can i buy this in the uk?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
Its only available from china.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] tmantanner4:
I think I got scammed. I bought it off "offerany" Because I didn't like the way the other site worked, and it still had not been shipped after 10 days.

Looks like I'm going to have to open a case..
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Da Kine:
I ordered from them as well...something about the Chinese new year, try talking to one of there employees on the chat pop up...mine is finally being processed after chatting with someone.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mputtr:
chinese new year is something like 3 weeks away. (feb 10)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Da Kine:
I don't know the exact date of Chinese new year, nor does it really matter to me. I was just saying I was basically in the same situation until I talked to someone and was told there was something going on that had to do with Chinese new year (I guess people are preparing for it) any ways, I was told to check the tracking number in a day or two, so I did, the case has now been processed and shipped.

Will post pictures when I get it and if I have the time, I'll post a review.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mputtr:
what I mean is that it shouldn't take them 3+ weeks to prepare for chinese new years and certainly not make them so busy that it interferes with them processing order. I suspect that they're bsing you with an excuse.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] saprer:
Hello guys and girls

How and where can i buy this beautiful lookin case?

How much does it cost ?

Are they aviable for the galaxy s2 too?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Da Kine:
There excuse didn't really bother me, it may have or may have not BS, but after being told the "excuse" and to come back to check it, it had been processed and shipped.

I suggest that the other person that is have problems with them, to contact them. If you get excuses after excuses, file a claim, but try contacting them first. Maybe the tracking just isn't being updated. I just ordered a black back for my S3 a week ago, yesterday it said it was still being processed in a sort facility in Hong Kong, but it was in my mail box that same day, so it could just be a problem with USPS.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
normally when the package does have a tracking, if posted on the 1st, it will probably show up on the 3-4 day in the system.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Da Kine:
-Hello

-Depending the website (there's links to the case throughout this thread) your options are mainly credit card or PayPal, with a few other options

-At the most $52.00 USD, shipping included

-I'm not sure.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xObey:
Couldn't we just take some NFC stickers and place them behind the case increasing the NFC signal strength.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mputtr:
NFC stickers do not relay the signal.

If you want NFC to work through metal you need to extend the NFC antenna so that it's in front of the case, not behind it.

it's extremely short range radio communication which is why metal objects usually kill it straight up. If cell signals, which are extremely long range, have trouble going through metal, think how hard it is for a communications protocol that is design to only travel at best 2 to 3 cm to break through that same metal barrier.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Albieri[SPAM]:
like a charm
[Galaxy S III Accessories] reNeglect:
I was also wondering how fingerprint magnetic is your cases, because oddly I thought it would be pretty damn attracting to fingerprints. But my sky blue case holds up pretty well.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] NCX Designs:
If your hands are oily like mine, you will see oil on your BLACK cases but no finger prints, its hard to see it too but if you have OCD, be prepared to take a cleaning cloth to it every so often
[Galaxy S III Accessories] meccax5:
Just got my black case. Really liking it. Will be purchasing the grey one soon.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] BlackDino:
Pics
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ddurandSGS3:
can people with these cases post some pics of data signal with the case on vs off? wifi speeds? GPS?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jazz995756:
look a couple posts back
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ddurandSGS3:
Pgs won't load on the app right now for some reason. Ill check back later i guess.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bobolinko:
Sorry, Did not know cannot sell on this forum.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
first off, there are links in this thread that is cheaper, second, you are not allowed to sell in this forum.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] tongphan:
Pm send
[Galaxy S III Accessories] NCX Designs:
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=36718380&postcount=114

I posted screenshots of the signal drop with case, without back, with only frame, etc.

GPS is not greatly affected and lock on times do not change, atleast it didn't for me anyway

NFC is entirely blocked

With the case on, your LTE signal is greatly affected, you go from a high ASU (good signal usually is about 35ASU) to a very very low 1-2ASU which can prevent LTE from staying connected and only use 3G as the main connection. Wifi is slightly affected, speeds are good until you move further away from the wifi hotspot thats when range suffers.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xObey:
But than again, you don't have to wait a month for shipping via BOAT
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
mine came by train, less than 24hrs delivered, and it's not about time, but the rules set by xda, no selling.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] baldd86:
Ordered mine on Monday let's see when I get mine
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Super.sti:
Got mine today :D

Installed within 1 minute. Really easy install. Im really impress with the elegant design. Buttons are really easy to press unlike my Otterbox commuter. Im satisfied. I'm not too worried about signal loss which isn't much since everywhere I'm at, I get signal.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
I know all signal is affected, nfc and gps i don't really use, but unlike you, I get good 4G signal about 75db (with 25asu), at present i'm using a total of 3 sim 3 standby all pick up signal very well.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] NCX Designs:
Thats odd, but isn't yours the i9300? isn't that one with HSPA+ ? Mine is an LTE handset on Verizon and even in areas where there is a very strong signal, its very difficult for the handset to maintain a LTE connection before switching over to eHRPD 13 almost constantly, LTE never returns until I take the metal back off. but I did find out today while tinkering with it that the phone fits fine with the battery cover on and metal frame installed without the metal back, its snug but probably not the best for all day use.

I did also try another test, this one had bizarre results. I kept the battery cover on and installed the metal frame and put the metal back on, albeit there was a bubble bulge but i managed to get the thing installed with the battery cover still on and my signal results were unaffected. It makes me wonder if the plastic battery cover is shielding the antennas from the metal back because my LTE signal and wifi were not affected at all.

Update: After searching for FCC documents, I can confirm that the i9300 antenna location is on the bottom, whereas the i535, i939 & Sprint version is on the top, The AT&T and T-Mobile variants have the antenna on the bottom

The two antennas for CDMA and LTE are seperate and the LTE models have two LTE antennas, I think the LTE version is more susceptible to signal loss.

I'm going to try some more signal tests tomorrow, had to do more important things today like do my taxes and finish taking down Christmas decor

Interesting, yours has the HunterF logo on the back cover, mine has absolutely nothing on the back, the only laser etching on the case is on the bottom edge on the side of the HunterF logo

but I also noticed that yours says for i939 instead of the i9300, which the seller specifically asked me if I wanted the one for the i9300 or the i939, which I thought was odd since they both look the same only difference is the one is LTE (i939) and the other is HSPA+ (i9300) you also got a different accessory assortment than most of us, the "S" plastic piece looks like a kickstand of sorts whereas ours was also different. Odd/ Where did you order yours from?

How is your signal? It makes me wonder if yours is a different version of this case. You have better pictures thats for sure, I took mine with my crappy Nexus camera
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mputtr:
just spitballing here, but is it possible that one is all metal and the other might just be coated plastic with a very thin layer of metal?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
I actually have the note 2, but i've swaped it with a friend to use from time to time, as the S3 fits better in my hands, it's the i9305 that I have which is the LTE version.

About the i9300 and i939, the differences are the size, i9300 is the normal size of S3, while the i939 is similar to the korean SHV-E210, which is slightly thicker.

The optional accessories are just put in, I just put them all into the bin.

Here you go, found this.

---------- Post added at 12:04 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:02 PM ----------

Na... it's all aluminum.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mputtr:
ah. oh well...
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Super.sti:
I took the previous picture from my Verizon S3.

I used this link that I saw someone post a while back. I was really surprised that I got mine within 9 days from overseas,

http://www.yoybuy.com/en/Show/22199940536

Like you mentioned, my accessories are different, mainly the kickstand...I wished mine was like yours when I saw your review http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=36718380&postcount=114

Also mine doesn't have the HunterF logo on the side with the power button like yours.

My signal when drops from 4G to 3G. With Wifi, there's hardly any difference. I will try your little tick where you had the battery cover and see how that goes.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Super.sti:
Here's my Review on it

Barely any signal loss with WIFI, I didn't test NFC but was told that it didn't work.

here's a my signal strength before the case was on, 4G LTE was on

here's my signal with the side aluminum casing on, dropped down to 3G

here's my signal with the aluminum side casing and back cover on and screwed down.

and lastly, testing to see theory about the original battery cover under the aluminum back plate to see if that will prevent signal loss. Yes it did fit but barely. at the bottom there was a small barely noticeable bulge. Turns out it made it worse....Also I was afraid that with the extra battery cover on it, the phone might heat up faster, so I didn't use this option.

There was 2 major flaws that, to me, that I didn't like

1. The case acted as a bumper, so plugging my micro usb cable couldn't fit into the port. My way around this was to cut some plastic off the usb cable so that it would connect.

2. Same issue with the headphone jack. the headphones I was using no longer fit all the way in. I might have to get a bluetooth headphones.

All in all, I'm satisfied with my case, I'm always in an area with WIFI anyways so signal strength is no biggie. The button are a lot easier to press unlike my Otterbox Commuter case. Elegant design, and I get a lot of positive reactions with my case from work.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xObey:
Got an error when trying to purchase it with Yoybuy
[Galaxy S III Accessories] NCX Designs:
ASU is very important to maintain 4G connections, notice how yours went from a high 28ASU to a low 1ASU and when that happened it was only 3G. Signal drop is minimal yes but it seems to nearly block all 4G signal,

when I tried out the battery cover still on I didn't try to screw the back cover on, I instead held it in place to do the signal test, it proved that the ASU wasn't as weakened, it only dropped down to about 10-15ASU with the case on and battery cover still on. The battery covers are really cheap online, you can get them for about $2, I think if someone modified the back metal plate and integrated a portion of the plastic cover into the metal cover it might prove a better solution to the signal drops.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Super.sti:
Wow i did not know that, about the ASU maintaining 4G connection. Even if you had left the battery cover on, and you installed the back plate on top of it, my ASU was still 1. Throughout the day, ( i didn't have the battery cover on, just the aluminum plate) i noticed i get 4G in some parts of the city, and some spots where I get NO SIGNAL where I would usually get signal. Do you get the same issue?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] NCX Designs:
Yes, mine was sparadic at best, in areas i would normally get 4g i only managed 3g with a low asu 2 or less

the other problem i ran into was i couldn't go as far away from the wifi hotspot at home as i normally could without getting wifi cut in and out errors.

I actually at some point had to reboot my phone after taking off the case to get my data connection back, I couldn't get it to reconnect manually and that made me start thinking that the metal case was having adverse affects on the radios, almost causing them to become defective.

having to reboot like that to get my signal back even after taking off the case was enough for me to not use it casually anymore. I love the design, its absolutely gorgeous but if i use it again, it will be just for a fancy outing or something where i won't need to rely on a cell data signal, just to show off to friends and family at best, or when the mood strikes, but I would not recommend using it as a daily driver protector
[Galaxy S III Accessories] scott_0:
I just got my GS3 yesterday (evo was acting up, Best Buy had none left so they replaced it with a GS3) I was all in on this case until I read the entire thread, not worth messing up my gps and radios, such a shame because this is a stunning case :crying:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] BlackDino:
My case just came in,

Ill do some testing with the signal and report back
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Super.sti:
this case is beautiful, but is just lacking...

my only option is to go back to the otterbox commuter and sell my hunterF case
[Galaxy S III Accessories] NCX Designs:
For me I'm keeping it, its more of a conversation piece, and adds style to the S3.

I keep alternating between my Spigen Ultra Bumper, Mophie Juice Pack, and Samsung Flip Cover. (Courtesy of Samsung)

I really like the Flip Cover, I didn't think it would be that nice to use. I mean it seemed like a gimmick on paper and in press photos but its pretty functional in that it keeps your screen clean and protected without adding any girth. Only thing is, the Flip Cover will not fit ANY case I've tried, the reason being a little notch of plastic to keep the flip cover from being pulled too tightly over the screen edge. Thanks to those Notches it will not fit any cases, it makes the flip cover seam "bubble" out.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] BlackDino:
Long review short:

I have little to no signal loss,

All accessories fit fine,

Case is solid, although if you shake the phone you can hear it rattle

Ill post a youtube video sometime
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bigsexy427:
Yeah I just got mine too and after the install I showed little to no signal loss.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] NCX Designs:
I think signal loss might vary from phone model as the antennas are located in different spots on the LTE vs GSM vs CDMA
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
try put some sticky foam tape or electric tape inside.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] NCX Designs:
wouldn't the rattling be the battery? for me the case was nice and snug

I also found out when I got a custom battery cover that the i9300 is slightly thinner than the US/LTE models because the cover was very very tight and hard to put on compared to the cover I bought specifically for the i535, so the models might vary little in difference but the antennas and hardware are definitely different
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kms108:
I put these sticky foam tape all around the side, i'm sure the battery shouldn't rattle, may be it's the wrong case, the case is available in two version.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] saf100792:
To people who have ordered them: How long did it take for it to get to you once it shipped? Just curious. Its been two weeks since it shipped and still nothing. Tracking has been saying the same thing also.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] NCX Designs:
Chinese New Year is supposedly going to screw up shipments around this time of year over there

For me, I ordered mine Dec 28 I think it was and it arrived January 14th, mine was a little delayed because of the New Year according to the seller

which they apologized for
[Galaxy S III Accessories] xjav01:
Found the same case for less than half the price. Curious what is the quality of the case.

http://www.yoybuy.com/en/show/22170244301/
[Galaxy S III Accessories] jazz995756:
Do you guys know if there is any physical difference between the international version and the sprint version i know the insides are but will this fit my phone
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Gumboot:
I like. The old Apple user in me likes but don't think I could go back.

Bit pricey. But if you want an Apple S3 you will pay.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] saf100792:
Ahhh makes sense. Im anxiously awaiting this case to see how it looks on my phone. Wanted silver but u guys bought em all lol. So got black
[Galaxy S III Accessories] adamboyd83:
For those that got theirs. Who ended up making the final delivery? When I got the email saying mine shipped it was shipped via a company that I have never heard of. Just wondering what I should keep a look out for.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] radeon962:
For those that ordered from the site that accepts Paypal, did you notice that when you are transferred to PayPal that the normal green "secured site is not there. When I was going to order last night and was transferred to PayPal to sign in the symbol was a yellow triangle which, based on what I read was that although the site used SSL encryption or something like that it was not fully secure like sites I order from here in the US. Any reason to worry? I'm hesitant to complete the PayPal login on some redirect from a sit that is not totally secure. Anyone else notice this and should I even worry about it. Yo you or whatever the other site is requires a deposit so I was hoping to just use PayPal.

Thanks, Bill
[Galaxy S III Accessories] japjit100:
Any eBay listing
[Galaxy S III Accessories] nuron:
sorry if this has been asked, but do you guys think this case will work if I have a glass screen protector? It seems like the front edges of the case curves in towards the center of the screen by a bit.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] radeon962:
What does that mean?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mputtr:
it means that you search ebay for the listing.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] japjit100:
Any eBay sellers sell this item

Any know:confused:
[Galaxy S III Accessories] radeon962:
Did not catch that. I did check eBay the other night and did not see anyone selling. Would have bought a black and silver already of they were available on eBay.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] solidsnew:
AW: iPhone like metal case for S3 - nice

Never got Mine. Ordered by anyreferal, payed with PayPal. No answer on my dozens of support request or live help... My money is gone in China...
[Galaxy S III Accessories] btemtd:
I ordered mine for $32.36 USD from YoyBuy.com I ordered it in silver. It says I9308, This is the exact same size as the International S3 right? I9300/I9305 = Same What about I9308? I am 99.99999% sure it is the same and I was willing to risk the purchase but just for the assurance from someone who got theres already and how does the fitment fit? Would be nice to know and feel better about my purchase

Sorry If this has been asked but has anyone got theres from the site i got mine from and are they good to deal with : communication wise, Im in australia so English is the language spoken with me. Also For the people who got theres hows reception, GPS, etc.... Again sorry if its been asked theres just too many comments, 25 pages of them.

Thanks alot for the help guys
[Galaxy S III Accessories] saf100792:
When did u order it? Like the guy above said it might be because of the chinese new year?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] baldd86:
Just got mine today I ordered on January 28, I like how it looks. I notice signal loss right away.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kitaru_hukawa:
Good case, I wanna buy that one...maybe in the next moon