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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
What do you mean "aside from the fact that the case and cover was free"?!? Are you suggesting the opinion is biased because it was a free sample for an advertisement purpose?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
Yeah and I will mention I did purchase one too. Ive always been a casemate junkie, was wating eagerly for this one to come out and was pleasantly surprised that it exceeded expectations. So I felt like reviewing it. Its that simple.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
I hear ya, man! Nothing wrong with being passionate about what you like, no matter if it's promotional or purchased. This is completely different from all those special YT channels and their reviews. You know what I'm talking about, channels dedicated to collect views while reviewing every single case for every single phone under the sun, and every single review is positive without even one negative comment. These guys are like robots repeating the same line over and over again just ____ insert a different phone name/brand. Those are useful just to get a visual of the case on the phone.

At this point, I have my mind set 100% on UAG. It's either going to be the perfect case for me, or I'm going to come up with every single excuse under the sun to convince myself in it lol!!! But if I have any doubts about UAG, Casemate Tough Case would probably be my next choice. I was even considering ordering it from Amazon just to try it out, but the price there is $36 and it's not fulfilled by Amazon for free shipping and easy return. Cheaper to order it from Case-mate directly for half the price. Although I'm not sure about shipping and return policy. I'm afraid I would only want it for A/B comparison at this point.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
Casemate tough case right now with code ("FRIENDS50" , may have to call it in?) Is $20 free shipping and easy return. Just sayin :)

If you have any questions about returns just ask, they were very helpful on the phone when I called. I'd be very surprised if they didnt let you return the case easily. They have some pretty high end clientele(some of their cases are just silly expensive), they're customer service reminds me of when I deal with Clarks Shoes, always happy when getting off the phone.

So as far as I know its still $20 shipped if you call it in, if anyone has an experience otherwise def post and Update
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] wase4711:
just ordered the blue/grey case on the phone; 50% off given, no problem with free shipping!

also, they said a model with a kickstand is coming shortly..
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
A tough case with a kickstand? That would be sweet actually normally I dont like the added bulk of the stand, but they made it so slim that it might afford that extra bulk.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] wase4711:
yeah, I like having a kickstand; also, I found a dock on Amazon, that has a spare battery charger port, and allows you to dock the phone if it has a slim case...probably wont work with the toughcase, but it does work with some tpu cases I have...

a dock or a kickstand case is really important to me..
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
You'll be surprised how slim it is. I'd be interested to see if it works, gonna be on the lookout soon for a dock
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] wase4711:
here's the dock I got..great dock, great price

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009UIVBBA/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
Thats nice! It does say for slim cases though, we'll just have to see
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] wase4711:
I doubt it will fit the casemate, but, like I said, it works with a couple of the tpu cases I have..
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
Casemate tough case with a stand? Now you got my attention!!! I have a cheapo ebay one (the one at the top is what I'm using temporary now: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=36730711&highlight=rugged#post36730711), and absolutely love kickstand for "flygrip" style holding of the case ;)

Maybe it will be a good comparison once I get UAG case to do A/B with Casemate tough cases (with and w/o kickstand).
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
Yeah a comparison would be great, im sure many would be interested in that. Im also interested to see how the Aegis and UAG stack up next to each other, seem very similar
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] wase4711:
got my casemate tough today; blue with grey, very nice looking, but it doesn't really seem like the lip will protect the screen like I thought it would..
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
Against what, in comparison to what? Its smaller than the commuter, but I never understand what people think a big lip protects from in a fall
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
Can you take a close up picture of the screen/lip, from an angle?

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I guess bigger lip will give you a little more clearance when it comes in contact with a surface. Plus, if you have your phone face down on a table or some other flast surface, it can probably protect better screen from touching the surface (due to flex?) if something falls on top of the phone? Uh, you know its a psychological thing lol!!! Just like others who think only $50-$70 case will give them the best protection :)

Btw, thanks for the pointer about Trident/Aegis case. I didn't realize the inner and outer shells were fused together, thus your comparison to UAG. My only concerns is that emblem in the middle sticking out. The phone will be uneven on it's back. I find using it a lot at work on my desk face up, and with my current case and kickstand not being flush - it's driving me crazy when it wobbles. Funny how you never notice these kind of details when you first get the case. Then, after awhile you start realizing what pisses your off with it lol!!!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MiguelHogue:
I never understood the thing with the lip either because all the screen has to do is fall on something curved or poking out

-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss

-Galaxy Note II Edition
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] amadeus303:
OK - so now I have both a Pop and a Tough. The Tough is everything I was hoping it to be... hybrid protection, better grip, slim(mer) form factor. Compared to the Pop, it seems to be just a tad "meatier", but not uncomfortably so. Like Slesh said, you'd be surprised how slim it is for the protection. I really like them both a lot. In fact, I'd venture to say that I've now become a Case-Mate fanboy.

If I had to choose only one, I would lean ever so slightly toward the Pop. The protection between the two is pretty similar (with a slight nod going toward the Tough as expected), but it's the lay flat kickstand that does it for me. Sure, it can be a little finicky and some may argue flimsy, but I've never really had an issue. It's really convenient to plop on my desk and watch something.

Someone in an earlier post mentioned that Case Mate was going to release a Tough with a kickstand (especially a lay flat one!)... that would be the perfect case IMO. If they are actually planning to release one, I'll be the first in line to pick one up.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
Do you mind posting a few pics, preferably side-by-side? All this talk about Case-mate Tough makes me curious with every read :) I'm still not giving up on UAG lol!!! I think at this point, I will wait to get my UAG case, use it for a little while and then hopefully Case-Mate Tough w/kickstand will be available to compare both original and kickstand versions against UAG.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
Well Team Venum is now Sponsored by Case-mate, didn't have to do with this thread, but i'll do my best to update reviews with any/all cases I receive. They will be honest and thorough, with pics.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MiguelHogue:
:D:thumbup:

-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss

-Galaxy Note II Edition
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] kikoexe:
also got mine this morning.. was surprised that the case still managed to give the slim feel of the phone.. as far as i can remember with the tough case for the s2 and s3 with the case on, it was bulky.. so props to casemate for this wonderful case! ;)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] gasolin:
I am concerned about how hard,easy it is to press the buttons with the tough case on.

What's your opinion on that? That's why i am looking at others cases,covers
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] kikoexe:
well pressing the power button takes a little getting to used to as it is somewhat stiff.. the volume buttons on the other hand are easy to press.. what i like about this version of the toughcase compared from other versions like the one from s2 and s3 is that the buttons are not protruding that much.. its almost aligned with the entire case.. so the buttons will no longer be pressed accidentally when you have tight pockets..
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] gasolin:
I can get in grey and blue,(that i don't like so much), in denmark, but if i want to buy it in black, the only place where it's available in black in denmark, it costs just over 40€, is there any one who know a place in europe where i can buy it at a resonable price? (like the blue case but not the grey colour of the rubber,silicone, blue and black would have been okay instead of just black that looks classic and stylis, i have a dark sgs note 2)

Here the price for the black one is about the same as in denmark, but It usually dispatched within 1 to 2 months(what is going with the black version)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb...+2&rh=i:aps,k:case+mate+tough+case+for+note+2
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] jrb7561:
Just received this case. It's replacing my seidio surface case. I actually like the Seidio case a lot, especially for the kickstand, however I just don't think it's going to give me much protection should I drop the phone. I've already broken one note 2 when I was just using a Ringke slim case. I'm sorry all those cases with the tops and bottom exposed are jokes. They're only good for scratches and will do nothing if you drop the thing. Like everything else here has said, this case is extremely thin however it does give you more protection (and piece of mind) for handling your $700 toy. I do however miss having a kickstand. Does anyone know if a flygrip would work on this case? A tough case with a kick stand seems like the ideal case. Hopefully they could keep the profile just as thin as this case.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
As it was mentioned above, volume buttons are easier to press because its longer while power button is shorter and a little harder to press. Some people add a little piece of tape inside of the case behind the button so it will be more sensitive to the touch, thus more responsive when you push it.

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Perhaps you should have looked into Case Mate Pop case? That one has a kick stand, although I'm not sure if it offer the same level of protection as Tough case. The case I used before, a cheapo rugged case from ebay had a kick stand as well which I was using as "flygrip" handle while watching or reading in bed. In theory, any flygrip-like handle with a sticky back should stick to the back of the case. But I think they usually recommend a completely flat surface.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
While I was playing with my Tough Case, I realized that I can use a holster from one of my other cheap ebay cases that came with a holster. Its just a generic slide-in holster for rugged cases I've seen all over ebay. The only problem, it's doesn't have a tight fit since obviously it wasn't designed specifically for Tough Case. There is a little gap, you can see from a picture close up. But overall you can definitely use it in portrait belt clip position, or even in landscape as long as the opened side of the holster is not pointing down. It will give you an extra screen protection when you carry your Tough Case in the pocket or throw into a bag. Btw, it also makes me wonder if it will work with Seidio Active holster since that one has a spring loaded latch.

But anyway, here are the pictures of this so called "mod":
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] gasolin:
WHY ist there always pictures of the white sgs 2 with the tough case or many another brand of cases,covers, i definitely can't see if i schould get the blue one thats available or wait for the black/black one. If someone have the blue and grey with a dark note 2 or link to someone who does, please send me a link or a picture
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] kikoexe:
i hope this is enough.. here's my note2 with the case on..
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
Blue case looks awesome with your background!

Btw, added one more comment to my original review on the previous page.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] cardinalryan:
Simply put, the CaseMate TOUGH case is the best case made for the Note 2. It's the case of the future...nothing comes close!!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
Great pics guys!

Sure would be a nice feature to buy individual color pieces. Still rocking my black and red, but think other combos would be cool too (black and grey, blue and black etc).

Should be getting some new cases soon enough, will update when I do.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
Which one are you getting? I remember you already had all the top ones already.

For me, I'm waiting for Case-Mate Pop! and UAG Navigator due by this Friday.. I'm digging Tough case so much now, will be hard to convince me otherwise.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] kikoexe:
me too.. im liking this case even more.. it didn't made the phone wider or thicker.. i was really surprised as to how slim the case was.. i previously owned the tough case for the s2 and s3 and after a week, i sold them because the phone became ticker.. so props to casemate for doing this to the note2 version.. and the rubbery grip is nice to the touch.. looks like i finally found the right case for me.. :cool:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] gasolin:
Can't wait until i order one, i prefer the black one (the grips very god on the sgs 3 version), i would have liked if i could get the rubber,silicone in black and the hard shell in blue, the black and red one i think is not discrete,like it's to much look at me
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] gasolin:
Any one who knows a place in europe where i can buy the black/black version for max 35€ with shipping, i would appriciate it
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] nm8:
I bought mine from amazon uk.... the best case I have used on my note 2
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] gasolin:
Usually dispatched within 1 to 2 months. 30£ that's alot, the blue one is only 23.14 but i think i would regret buying the blue one because of the grey rubber i don't like, the blue hard shell is okay(colour), dont know what shipping costs is and do i have to 3-4 weeks or more like i bought something from DealExtreme 25 of januar(free shipping to denmark), i havn't gotten it, no way i want to wait that long again.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Case-mate-T...2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1360881161&sr=1-2

WHATS up case mate can't you deliver the balck/balc Tough case for our note 2 N7100
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] nm8:
it's cheaper and in stock here:

http://www.case-mate.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-note-2-tough.html
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] gasolin:
More the half the price compared to denmark, in demnakr it costs whats equal to 32,02 £ i got it for 15£ with shipping
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
All the links that show that long wait period are AMAZON sourcing issues, not Case-mate. So that's an amazon issue, at least the links provided so far with that wait time. They are in stock and ship very quickly from the Case-Mate websites
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] jujuburi:
Ah, here it is finally. Case Mate Tough, undoubtedly the best protection out there. I'd have gotten one surely but this will make the device hard to put in/out from my jeans pocket because of it's rugged finishing, damn!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
A tough decision now between Tough and UAG cases. Per my review of UAG case I just posted, you can see that I'm equally excited about both lol!!! But for sure, those two are in a different category.

Tough is overall slimmer, more rounded, and a little bit lighter. UAG has a little better protection, especially corners, with a thicker bumper/lip. Tough offers a more sophisticated cleaner design, while UAG is more urban style. Both styles are bold and stand out. Overall, quality of Case-Mate is ahead of UAG - you can see that in fitment and other details. UAG is ahead of Tough in terms of better drop protection.

At this point, I'm using BOTH - Tough for the times I'm inside with less exposure to outdoor elements, and UAG for those times when I'm more outdoors.

Here is a few shots comparing one next to the other just to give you a scale/dimension comparison.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] wase4711:
I've got the Casemate, and was wondering; the Casemate doesn't have a large lip on the front, so when you put it face down, the screen is almost touching the surface; is the lip on the Urban thicker, so the screen face is off the surface, or is the same as the case mate?

The casemate is definitely a high quality, superbly made case; not sure if the Urban is even close to that..

thanks
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
With either Case-Mate Tough or UAG - there is a lip which prevents screen from touching the surface. Even if you drop the phone flat on its screen, both of the cases will protect it. The screen of Note 2 inside of Tough case will not touch the surface if you put it face down and even press on it. Both of the cases use hard rubber tpu-like material with minimum pull to a side. But the fact is that UAG has a lip about 1.5 mm higher so in outdoor environment you will have a little more clearance off the surface. Plus, UAG will have a little better corner protection. It's not exaggerated like in Ballistic cases (those are awfully bulky with their corners), but a little thicker than the rest of the bumper edge. But its true that quality of Case-mate is very high with a lot of details. Like all the little mating groves when outer plastic shell mates with a rubber bumper, its on part with Defender engineering details.

Still, I can easily see use for both of the cases interchangeable. Beside, both of them are easy to take on/off while still feeling tight around the phone.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] wase4711:
yeah, I guess the lip on the case mate will protect it somewhat; on an uneven surface, it might not be "high" enough, the way the Ballistic cases are, and some others..I like Ballistics top of the line case for ultra protection, but they haven't made it for this phone as of yet.

I have a cheapo ebay case, that has at least a 1/4 inch lip on the screen front, that will really protect the screen face down, but of course its as bulky as the otterbox, but a lot cheaper(6.99 delivered)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Yello...ung-Galaxy-Note-II-2-Accessory-/390501431061?

So, any reason to get the UAG, or is it redundant having the casemate already?

thanks for the in depth pics and review!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
Yep, have a similar case myself, second one in my review here: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=36730711&postcount=714

Its even bigger than Defender. Poor quality :(

If you have a spare change, get both because you will constantly be second guessing yourself if one is better than the other. At least I know I'm crazy like that. I would say, if you already have UAG - Casemate will be redundant. But if you have Case-Mate Touch case - UAG will compliment it for those occasions when you need extra protection. It's just my opinion. In situation like that, make sure everything is returnable, and get it and test it out. You can read and watching hundreds of posts, but at the end of the day its your opinion which counts. You might look at it from a different perspective.

Now, the CASE I WANT is Case Mate Touch Xtreme. They currently make it only for iPhone 5, but I will not blink my eye and get it for Note 2!!! http://www.case-mate.com//iphone-5-cases/case-mate-iphone-5-tough-xtreme-with-belt-clip.asp
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] wase4711:
yeah, I just got that Ebay POS, and the first time I tried to extend the stand, the stand broke off..I know it was only 7 bucks, but to break the first time?? I emailed the seller, so hopefully he will replace it. I didn't expect much for that price, but, I will say the case itself is nice, for the price, but without a stand, its pretty crippled.

I usually only buy premium cases, but for this phone, I have to say there are some really nice cheapo cases on amazon/ebay; I have about 5 cheapos, and the case mate, so my budget will allow for one more premium case.

I drop my phone on occasion, and I am out and about a lot, so I need something that will protect it for when I drop it.

Sick of overpriced Otterboxes, and Ballistic doesn't make their Hard Core series case for this phone, so not sure where to go for ultimate protection. That Casemate Touch Extreme looks like it would fit the bill, but who knows if/when they will make It for the GN2.

I also like the protection that the Wrapsol Ultra skin provides, without need a case, so we will see.

I'm sure the UAG will drop in price in a week or 2, so I may just wait that out instead of spending 40 bucks on something that probably wont be any more protective than the Case Mate!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
That is a good plan. Wait until they drop the price; I'm sure once they get back the supply - it will level down close to $30. And as you can see S3 cases are selling in low 20th now.

Myself, I think I have plenty of cases for now. But for sure will get Tough Xtreme if it comes out. Defender was a huge disappointment with that loose screen protector. It was driving me crazy and took a joy out of using a phone. But anyway...
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sofia-captivate:
Idk if the op remembers me I pmed him month or 2 ago about trident case I bought that and also bought the tough case which is amazing. Thanks for the recommendation :)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] einrae214:
Love there warranty also. Have the casemate pop case in white and grey. And the rubber tip came off the kickstand. Called customer care tills them what happened and that I was past the return or replace time frame in which I bought the case. They were cool sent them a picture of the case and receipt now there sending me a new case the black and grey one. To match my note 2 titanium and grey. great company will buy more cases from them.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
I got their black/grey Pop! today. Will post a detailed review probably tomorrow. That rubber tip is coming off mine as well after 2-3 uses. Great idea in general, but implementation is not that good. The design overall is fantastic; Case-mate guys really pay attention to every detail.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
Not true! I dont wear skinny jeans, but they're certainly slim and it's better than all my other cases. The textured outside slides easily, and the inner layer isnt silicone so it doesnt catch at all. Shouldn't be a worry
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] einrae214:
Yeah take it back to the store if you can or call them and complain about it and they will send you out a new case. It's that easy and emailing the information need to them.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleshepic:
I agree, customer service is great, I'm sure they will help you out, they really dont want any unsatisfied customers since they really do believe in their product. I deal with Clarks Shoes alot (wallabee junkie) and they remind me of them. Always happy when you get off the phone.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
Sure, I can ask for replacement (although it was free review sample anyway), but in general the design of rubber tip attachment on that kickstand is not solid. I will comment on it more once I get around posting a review. Other than that, every bit of Case-Mate case (doesn't matter which model) is engineered to a high level of perfection. I just WISH they would make Tough Xtreme for Note 2 - that will put Defender to shame :)