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[Nexus 4 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Unless we're mistaken, we thought kcbboy was going the complete opposite way with it (he wanted the holograms to show?)

The closest thing we could do for you in terms of something "less flashy" is a matte black vinyl. However, it has no texture on it and isn't the same thickness/caliber as the ones we currently offer. Due to the difference in thickness, it may be rather hard to apply without messing up the "nexus" letters. In fact, it would probably have to be cut without the "nexus" cutout. The only reason we're able to even offer the letter cutouts is because the textured vinyl we use is thick enough that the structural integrity allows the floating portions of the letters (for instance the 'e' and 's') to not go limp during installation. Hopefully we're not getting too confusing here.

If you want, we can post some pics of the N4 in black leather later. It really isn't flashy in our opinion, it's really quite subtle/classy. Then again, to each his own.

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Honestly guys the price was $8.00 and we had to bump it to $9.00 due to the amount of effort that goes into removing the "nexus" letter cutouts with each unit. These cutouts are very intricate and very difficult to remove (requires tweezers). If the consumer was to remove them on their own, it would result in many ruined letters.

A major competitor of ours (Ghost Armor) is charging $19.99 for a back piece and $20-100 for shipping (to Canada). We charge $9.00 for the skin and $3.00 for shipping (Worldwide).

That being said, we're the most amazing company on the entire f*cking planet and are willing to give XDA members an additional 10% off. Coupon code: XDA
[Nexus 4 Accessories] richteralan:
Ordered the f*cking titanium back:good:

F*cking best company.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] jpde:
Well, subtle more in the sense that it's similar to the rest of the device.. what I mean by that is that the Titanium looks pretty awesome, but it doesn't really fit that well into the rest of the design, it stands out too much. Which is probably what you were going for, but it's not what I'd be looking for ;) The dark carbon one probably fits best, but I personally don't like the look of carbon. And yeah, the leather doesn't look too flashy, but I still don't like the whole "leather on a smartphone" thing... it just doesn't look right to me, personally ;)

So maybe a sort of metal like texture but darker than the brushed titanium? A bit like the backside of the iPhone 5 maybe? Although matte black vinyl sounds interesting as well... have you used that material somewhere else before and do you have picture of it?

edit: Also, I have posted a link to your site on one of the larger german android phone/nexus 4 forums, so you might get some traffic from over there as well :)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] EvanJ18:
DBrand

Any possibility of some wood grain?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
We have a black titanium on the way. 6 weeks out. Still need to test it though, as it's a thinner material and may suffer the same "structural integrity" issue as the matte black. We don't have pictures of the matte black vinyl anywhere, as we never sold it to the public. If you're interested we can go dig it up and shoot it, although we're not sure you'd really be able to get the effect (may just look like a picture of black lol)

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Yeah wood grain's a possibility, as 3M offers it in the same thick material we currently use. Now that we've got a healthy Facebook following, we may throw up a poll to see how much of a demand there is. What style of wood do you prefer? Mahogany (dark), Oak (mild), or Maple (light)?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] vietn95:
I can't wait to see the black titanium! Hopefully it will have the same texture as the titanium.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] formicae:
Definitely down for the black titanium. I don't really like carbon, and the black leather is a bit RIM-y (although I ordered one anyway because I wanted something black). And all of the wood options sound nice.

I'm gonna end up having six of these things. Thanks for showing up, dbrand.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
thank you, sir.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] jpde:
I'm just gonna wait for that then :)

I don't even have a Nexus 4 yet anyways, so I can wait a bit longer. Black Titanium definitely sounds interesting.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kcbboy:
how about a gold titanium look?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Gold titanium is in the same boat as black titanium. As soon as we can confirm the quality of the material, it opens us up to an entire new wardrobe of potential materials. The ones we currently offer are the top-shelf 3M vinyls, not offered in any other worthy styles (except wood). The gold/black titanium are on the second-tier. If they're up to our standards, you'll all be seeing a bunch of new styles offered.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] EvanJ18:
More than likely Mahogany or anything dark.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] mackster248:
Sweet, nice to see you on XDA! Are you the same robot that I emailed with?!

Can't wait to try out your guys' product.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Zadabest:
I think Mahogany would be fantastic.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Peter1856:
I would love to have a carbon fiber one with a smaller pattern if any vinyl like that exists ;)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Goog1e Phone:
I can't wait to get mines! It was shipped out on the 17th but still no luck =( ....i ordered the leather one, but I'm thinking about placing another order for a carbon fiber one too. I hope the leather one turns out as nice as i think it will...so i can hold off on the carbon fiber one =)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] JN9391:
Mahogany!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] gqukyo:
Dbrands, would you guys be offering any skins without the Nexus cutout? I'm inquiring because while they always look nice, I'm not a fan of having small nooks and crannies exposed for stuff to get stuck in. Personally I don't even care if it says Nexus on the back. Going to wait and see if you guys will offer the black titanium.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] twistkill:
+1 for without cutout. One, they can be pretty annoying dust pockets, and two, it might save some money in manufacturing for you guys :D

I am waiting on the either black titanium or black matte, mostly black matte. I need something that matches the rubberized sides. I am sure many would be interested in that as well. Tell me they are coming faster than you said they would!

Oh yeah, if you can find any..pictures would be nice! :)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] JN9391:
Any new information about wooden skins, Mr. Robot?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] asdfghjkzxc:
robot?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] stalingrad:
my skin just arrived. thanks . awesome.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Our workaround to this issue is to measure each device hundreds (literally 4-500) times before achieving the maximum coverage possible without the possibility of "peeling up" around the edges. The 3M material we use (DI-NOC) has the best adhesive on the market. Combine that adhesive with the thickest textured vinyl available (meaning more structural integrity and less chance of a peel turning into a fold), the edges stay where they're supposed to.

Correct. We usually stylize the "non-OEM" looks to make the skin add some personality. See here.

We have indeed received the 2013 3M Wood Series sample booklet. There's about 250 different wood types. We're still seeding through them all ton find the all-stars. We'll post some photos when we've found the top 5.

The nexus cutout is not a font, it's a drawing of the nexus logo. The closest font size would be 38pt in Times New Roman.

**** yeah.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kngroo:
these skins are legit. been using the black leather one for about a month now and there are no signs of weathering or loss of adhesion.

seems like a solid company too, really involved in online communities like xda and reddit. they seem genuinely concerned about releasing high quality, reliable products with no bs. would love to see the same care and effort applied to making cases!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Nexus 4:
And that's the way to roll these days if you want to be successful in your business ;)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] blackice168:
mr. robot,

so any pick ups for a local torontonian? :laugh: thinking about picking up the black leather for my nexus 4!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] canecbr600:
K Mr. Robot, answer to the original question on Nexus 10 availability? :)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] JuEv0splash:
Order shipped on 2/11; received on 2/20 in Texas. Not bad considering the U.S. holiday during that time period...6 business days.

As far as the skin goes great work! I agree with the other posters that pics don't do them justice. I will definitely be ordering black titanium ASAP as well as a custom skin once orders are being accepted again.

Bravo DBrand!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Jaxidian:
I'm trying to send money to Robot for MEBLK but it's not working. I think this interface is malfunctioning...
[Nexus 4 Accessories] St1ck33:
These guys delivered on my special request for a midget riding a unicorn!

Can't wait for my skin!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
LOL! saw it on facebook daaam post some pics when you get it haha
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Dimatchka:
Love the skins how much would a leather skin with a colored X in the word Nexus like on the boot screen cost? I'd love to get this for my birthday ;)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
email info(at)dbrand.com
[Nexus 4 Accessories] joesatri:
Right..

I've just spend my entire morning, reading all 80 pages of this thread! Was sold on 1st page but.. could not help not reading it ALL!

Makes me wish i lived in Canada.. I bet skiing is cheaper there!

dbrand, keep up the good work!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Dude that's crazy. That just shows that Dbrand is the sh*t.

Sent from my Nexus 4 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
[Nexus 4 Accessories] MrHat001:
My black carbon skin arrived here in the UK today and really pleased with it. Makes the phone look so much better when combined with the LG bumper as well.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Zaihanzainal:
Finally it's here!! 15 days but it's here!! Love how it looks and feels!! Thank you robot!!!

Oh yeah I second that... This skin feels and looks like it was meant to be used with the lg bumper :D
[Nexus 4 Accessories] elzafir:
Estimate is 7-14 working days. So it should be 20 calendar days if you count the weekends. 20 days is a long time if you're expecting a rad leather skin for the Nexus 4.

It's been a week. So far, no skin. 13 days to go...

Sent from my Nexus 4 pimped with AOKP and Franco.kernel
[Nexus 4 Accessories] St1ck33:
Oh no, I ordered a day early! :(

Next order coming in soon, lol.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kuri22:
Robot said it should be available some time next week. Can't wait!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] St1ck33:
Mine came in!

Thanks robot!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Sweeeeet:good:
[Nexus 4 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
By any chance, did anyone apply this skin on a protector? Does it stick?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Frozzy9:
Would be awesome if they had real carbon overlay.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] noizy1234:
I tried this, sadly it didn't go well so I had to remove the screen protector..
[Nexus 4 Accessories] elzafir:
What do you mean by it didn't go well?

Sent from my Nexus 4 pimped with AOKP and Franco.kernel
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Sebz4n:
Ordered Tuesday 19th at 10pm, shipped Wednesday 20th at 6am (only 8 hours later!), just received it today the 23rd. About 4 days from ordering until it reached Denmark. That is ****ing impressive!

I'll probably get the black titanium in the future, I love the look of the leather skin, but in all honesty it doesn't have the best feel, to my touch at least - but that is probably because its so incredibly thin (more so than I had imagined), good job!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] wardy01:
Ordered on the 15th Jan . received today. In what looks like a lovely black envolope.lol.

Will be putting it on tonight. From UK BTW.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kancherlapraneeth:
Got shipped notification mail on 8th and I received two skins today.

Great quality and feel. Thanks Robot for shipping to India. :D
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Glaux:
Can it be ordered without the "nexus" cutout? I thought I saw a pic somewhere without it.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Yes just email them.

Sent from my Nexus 4 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
[Nexus 4 Accessories] noizy1234:
The screen protector ended up coming off, your experience might be different. But your probably better off not putting it on with the screen protector
[Nexus 4 Accessories] azrash:
If you are talking about a screen protector for the back, the robot did advise to use the skin only, directly to the back glass.

Putting the skin on the screen protector would most likely mess the screen protector

Flowed from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] scream4cheese:
I have two skins in my cart already but I was wondering if it will fit if i were to apply the skin and put it in my Diztronic case? i know it sounds redundant and stupid but I sometime use my phone with a bumper case, and on other days I use my diztronic case. I don't want to take it off the skin when I make the switches.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] IcOpRo:
Fantastic product, its cut perfectly... Looks awesome and feels awesome...
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Shark87:
You can. I have two Diztronic cases (TPU case and the ultra thin case) and the skin stays on with both.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dexterboygenius:
Yes, you need to mention this in the Special Instruction after you place the order. There is text box for it when you checkout.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Contivity:
Don't see black titanium but I think that would look great

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kpjimmy:
It'd be available sometime next week.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Contivity:
I'd wait for a week and get it... thanks for the heads up

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Daedelus87:
Hello, why there is no front cover like others phones ?

Thx
[Nexus 4 Accessories] scream4cheese:
Whattt?? Because this is for the back only? O.o
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Daedelus87:
Like the one for GS3.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] elzafir:
It would have been nice if they make a front skin as well (although it would be harder to apply). Combined with the color replica bumper from Taobao.com, we could have a fully colored phone.

Sent from my Nexus 4 pimped with ParanoidAndroid and Franco.kernel
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Sebz4n:
Because our phone has the most sexy front ever invented :)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] androidfoshizzle:
Front skin:

http://www.stickerboy.net/collectio...ucts/antibacterial-matte-series-nexus-4-skins

16GB NEXUS 4

T-MOBILE MONTHLY 4G
[Nexus 4 Accessories] elzafir:
Nice find, thanks.

I can see they use Di-Noc also. Robot, you're the expert. What do you think about them?

I'm interested in the Stickerboy, but I prefer franco's awesomeness.

I'll buy in an instant if you make a solid color (no texture) white front skin, a long with white carbon or leather back skin.

Sent from my Nexus 4 pimped with ParanoidAndroid and Franco.kernel
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kcbboy:
to me the clean look of the front would be taken away if you had a sticker on the front. There would be cutouts everywhere and the notification led wouldn't be "hidden" anymore.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] xuskey:
Got my Carbon Fiber Skin yesterday! It's so awesome. Everyone here already heard that the dbrand skins are great but I just wanted to say that dbrand is such a great company!! Thank you dbrand you're the best little Robot right after Android! ;)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] scream4cheese:
How does one apply the skin onto the phone's back? Does it have adhesives like a screen protector?

I hate putting on screen protectors....It's a pain in the rear.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Kind of. From the videos I have seen it's more like an overlay on devices. I have one similar to my OG PSP (from Japan). What that means that the adhesive is forgiving. If you screw up the alignment, you can just slowly peel it back up and start over again without issue. Just takes a little patience but it looks easier than a screen protector to put on.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] formicae:
Yep, it's adhesive. Very easy to apply, pretty much foolproof. I've had great luck with both the dbrand-recommended 'line up the top left corner' and recently with applying from above and lining up the Nexus lettering perfectly.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] srt4mn:
Ordered the black cf yesterday, can't wait to get it! From the pictures I've seen, I should be highly satisfied.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
We originally tried making a skin for the front of the Nexus 4. it didn't go well. Due to the slight curvature on the right and left side of the front, the skin has to stop about 3mm short of the sides to ensure that it doesn't peel up the second you put it in your pocket. This ends up with an awkward looking, not "fully-complete" front skin. It also means that there can't be a bevel, so it would end up being two half-assed top and bottom pieces for the front. All in all, it's just not worth doing the front piece.

They're a joke.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Daedelus87:
Hello, I understand thx.

A question: How to choose ? they are all beautiful !
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Flip a coin? A TWELVE SIDED COIN???!!!!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Mr Paul:
Any more news on the blank titanium? Itching to order here from the UK :)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
early next week, probably tuesday/wednesday.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Gonna purchase a N7 black Titanium and a N4 black titanium as soon as it goes on sale. I'm excited for it :D:thumbup:

Sent from my Nexus 4 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Chughes13x:
I traded my N4 (got myself a note 2) but will definitely be buying one for my nexus 7!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] scream4cheese:
Hey everyone.

Are the skins coming from Canada? I paid for one skin using paypal and I just realized it was labeled as "$11.10 CAD".
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kuri22:
Yeah, robot said they ship from Toronto in Canada.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
Use coupon code MOBILESYRUP for 10% off
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Or XDA if you haven't used it already :)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ajanu:
I just bought 2, waiting for them and the phone to arrive since I could not decide what I liked more. If I pull a skin off, is it easy to save and reuse or will I need to buy a new one?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] elzafir:
Can they be combined to create a 20% discount?

Sent from my Nexus 4 pimped with ParanoidAndroid and Franco.kernel
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Yes u can save them its easy. Just save the protective paper it comes with and put the paper back with the cardboard into the plastic sleeve. Then when u want to switch peel the skin off and put the protective paper back on. Place the skin with the card board back into the plastic sleeve and store on a book or something.

Sent from my Nexus 4 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
[Nexus 4 Accessories] scream4cheese:
Whew! Thank goodness!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
I don't think so... but no hurt in trying :D
[Nexus 4 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Yup its awesome :D:thumbup:

I got a black leather skin in the mail then I'm gonna buy black titanium as soon as it goes on sale. Love this company and how it operates. I see that they keep prices down for us plus come on the forums and participate. I can respect that and I wanna support them more cause if that. I've used skins before that are just once and done that are half the quality and double the price. One suggestion that I heard awhile back is to take painters tape or masking tape and put it over the nexus cut out to help hold the letters in place when u remove it.

Sent from my Nexus 4 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Mr Paul:
Excellent :)
[Nexus 4 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
just re-shipped a bunch of US orders that haven't arrived yet.

also sent out everything ordered since thursday night.

check your email.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] elzafir:
Sent from my Nexus 4 pimped with ParanoidAndroid and Franco.kernel
[Nexus 4 Accessories] asdfghjkzxc:
tomorrow 12th business day and i don't receive anything yet. (ordered 8th of february, shipped 11th of february)

i hope i get at the end of the month :(
[Nexus 4 Accessories] h0bnail:
I'm going to get at least one of the titaniums when the black is available. Has anyone requested brown or tan leather? Would anyone else be interested?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] iggy111:
Just ordered a black carbon.

I have a small crack in top left on the back glass.

I take it that this will hide it?
[Nexus 4 Accessories] GeoMil:
Looking forward to my black leather. Just got shipping notification. I'll let you know how long it takes to get to New Zealand.

Might try the white one later too, and maybe a ps3 controller. I know the 3m material as I have seen it on cars, so i have full confidence in the quality.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] kpjimmy:
I have the same covers on my PSP and looks as new as I initially got it back in the day :). So I think it wouldn't be any different, or maybe even better :).
[Nexus 4 Accessories] elzafir:
I'm a little worried getting the PS3 controller. How good is the Di-Noc against sweaty palms? Won't the edges be lifted easily due to extensive contact with our hands?

Sent from my Nexus 4 pimped with ParanoidAndroid and Franco.kernel
[Nexus 4 Accessories] scream4cheese:
No. It's fine. I have like 4 controllers for my ps3 and everyone of them is fine...and sexy.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Manan1:
Which ones your favourite or the best?

Hey guys, i tried reading through all the posts but there were way too many. Any ways, I was looking forward to buying one of these designs, but can't decide which one to go with. I'm leaning towards carbon fibre, but would like to ask you guys! Which one would you recommend? I will be using it with the Ringke Fusion case. Thanks!
[Nexus 4 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
they will be releasing black titanium tomorrow or wednesday! check that out :D
[Nexus 4 Accessories] suntzu:
Yes it will
[Nexus 4 Accessories] xSunny:
Just got mine today white carbon fiber but since dbrand is so great they had sent me a second because my first one was over 15 days now I don't know if it's the first one being delivered really late or its the second one if it's the second one it took 2 business days to be deliver to brooklyn if it's the first one it's 18 business days.. Anybody know how u can tell? It did come with this and looks like this
[Nexus 4 Accessories] fatpeopleunite:
Wish I could buy one of these but $12 for only a back skin is just way too expensive for me
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Pedro Peguero Jr.:
Just ordered my skin, and I'm looking forward to it! First time I ever purchased from dbrand, but I'm sure it will be a smooth transaction. Can't wait to finally hop onto this thread!

Order #- 18774
[Nexus 4 Accessories] Jaxidian:
You're paying $4 for a sticker (face it, you can't buy anything of quality for under $4), $5 for the amazing precision cut (NOBODY does it better, I guarantee), and $3 for shipping (a great deal). It's a good deal for a good product. But perhaps it's not the product for you.

Sent from my Nexus 4
[Nexus 4 Accessories] fatpeopleunite:
I didn't say that this wasn't a good product or worth the $12. All I said was that it is a bit expensive for a back skin. I've seen this product many times, and I agree that they are the best of the best. I'd love to have one, but I just can't see myself shelling out $12 for a back skin, that is all.
[Nexus 4 Accessories] ceejay83:
cheappeopleunite

Are you expecting a $2 high quality 3m skin with hand made cut out with free shipping? LOL
[Nexus 4 Accessories] fatpeopleunite:
Why are you so mad that your Lakers suck with one of the most star studded teams in the history of the NBA? "LOL"

Again, I never said that these were not worth the money, only that I don't see myself shelling out that much money on these.

Did you ever realize that some people might not be in such a great position as you might be to buy purchase some of these products? Did you ever think maybe some people might be in different stages of their life and have different priorities? Get out of here with these rude comments.