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[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] smckdwn989:
-How does TPU handle heat generated from the phone?

from my experience it's fine

-I have Samsung's cover+ right now and it seems pretty good up to now. Is that neo hybrid model really better than the cover+?

i can't say, since i don't own the cover+, but if you're happy with the cover+ then stay with it. Although I love my neo hybrid, by far the best case i've ever owned.

-Is it easy to slide into a pocket or the TPU back just prevents sliding on material?

i haven't had any issues slide it into a pocket
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
I bought the case from the ebay store and im in montreal i dont tthink theres much duty on 40$ and less from united authentic corps
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Bradden1:
I have to agree
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] 5hr3wd:
Tax? Why would you have to pay tax. Mine said 0 zero on the invoice.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] M@XLOL:
Ordered Tr screen protector as well as neo hybrid case. Will post pictures upon installation <3
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] PearsonDKA:
Oop read mine wrong Haha. It was $35 for the case and buttons and $10 for shipping.

Sent via the Bacon Powered GS4
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Powerbird101:
Anyone test this out with a wireless qi charger?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] TBayTom:
I asked their Customer Support that question about the "Metal Slate" version and this is their response:

Thank you very much for your interest in our Spigen products!

Our Galaxy S4 Neo Hybrid Case is designed to match the Black Mist Galaxy S4 and the side panel colors should match the color. However, because we do not currently have to phone to verify, we are unable to guarantee that it will be a perfect match at the moment.

We do offer a 30 day Return policy if you wish to try the case out.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] truckmann:
Looks to me like the IR port is on the top right side of the phone. Opposite from where the headphone port is.

Unfortunately there are no pictures of the top of the case, but I would hope they are smart enough not to cover it up.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Faluzure:
I certainly hope they wouldn't. I'd be returning the case instantly.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Revolution09:
New picture

Hope this helps
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] truckmann:
Yep looks like there is a hole where I expect the IR port to be. Thanks for that view. I hadn't seen it before.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] hamzer11:
Wait, if that's the case for the s4, then the "metal slate" color is a much more blue/gray then the phone will likely be. I really want this case. Need coupons!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] BrandonPrice31:
I don't know about you guys, but doesn't the Satin Silver look closer then the Gun Metal to the S4?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] hamzer11:
That's if you want to match the original band around the phone but if, like me, you want to match the are around the screen then you hope the metal slate is closer to that look.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Orwell1984:
I ordered the white one to go with my black phone. Time for some stormtroopin
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mg2195:
Was gonna order the case from amazon as its typically cheaper plus free shipping....BUT...I checked out their website and noticed for the same price as amazon they were also throwing in a free screen cover and free shipping through US until the 22nd - glad to say I ordered the metal slate...supposed to ship late April so hopefully will get here around the same time as the s4
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] czonin:
Finally got an answer from Spigen regarding the Neo Hybrid or Slim Armor being slimmer.

Going to try and get my order switched to a Neo Hybrid now but I'm not sure what color I want.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] johnbhoy89:
I like the look of the neo hybrid but I think im gonna wait until I see an actual real life image rather than a computer generated one.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] crazybones:
czonin - thanks for the update. I'll order the neo hybrid.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] nechmadi:
i want my device to be slim but i think soul black slim armor looks better and not much bulkier than the neo hybrid. i'll stay with the slim armor ;)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] ademuch:
Well... I ve just pre order my neo hybrid...it seems so nice slim and CLASS...
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] jtc276:
Just want to let everyone know that the Slim Armour for the iPhone 5 has nearly no lip on the front. I'm not sure if it will be the same with the S4, but if that matters to you, I'd recommend waiting until reviews come out.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] chriskwarren:
Ordered the Neo hybrid (Spigen assures me that the IR port is not covered) and I also got the invisible shield (matte).
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Fatos:
Metal or plastic

Does anyone know if the frame is metal or plastic. I thought it is metal but than i saw one in S3 and it was plastic
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Baldilocks:
It's polycarbonate.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] nba1341:
Ordered the metal slate (blue) neo hybrid case. I hope these cases look as cool in person as they do online

Also what is the Jelly Bean home button? Anyone have a picture?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] smckdwn989:
anyone know of an aftermarket or oem USB longer cable that fits while the case is on?

i got a few from ebay that I thought would fit, but didn't. I've seen the 1M oem cables, but i was hoping for something longer and preferably in black
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mrbro0ks:
I believe the company is frogz, if you go onto zagg's site they should be on the main page. Their micro usb cords fit perfectly. I believe they are only 3 ft long but you can get them in any color under the rainbow.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] smckdwn989:
hm, 1M is awfully short, i'll look around and see if they have anything bigger.

i did some testing last night, just about all of my non samsung usb cables charge @ much less than 1900mah. Ranging from 300 to 780. The only cable thus far to charge at 1900 was my 'iluv' cable, but it doesn't fit with the case on
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] JimmyHACK:
I haven't used a case on a phone ever (15+ years). Really liked the design of this case when looking for the girl's S4 case (she needs one heh). Got the metal slate in the mail yesterday on my Blue S4 and love it. Thanks for the heads up from this thread.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] sansri88:
Received my red case finally. Brilliant case and as an update, my Bose QC15s sit perfectly fine in the headphone jack with the case on so I do not need to worry about that.

Brilliant case, well worth the purchase.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] androidskillz:
They have fake ones on eBay for 7 dollars
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] orlandoxpolice:
sigh....metal slate or silver....decisions decisions....
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] smckdwn989:
Can't go wrong with either choice.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] drbveb88:
Decisions, decisions... I settled on both.. Lol.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] jorgerangel159:
Where did you get buttons?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] djteiwaz:
There are some on monoprice but are back ordered currently.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] imlgl:
How did you test the cables?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] alekurkudi:
What do you mean?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] smckdwn989:
plugged in cables, and ran this app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.abmantis.galaxychargingcurrent.free&hl=en.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] jorgerangel159:
The home button is red, but I found them on amazon
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] kikijoli:
Need ! So badly !
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] imlgl:
Wow ran this app with 2 Samsung chargers neither went above 800. My HTC charger with a Sony ericsson usb puts out over 1300.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Spud37:
I got this case and the MIME Ghost protector. I love this case glad I found this thread. Anyone know where I can get the different colored bumpers. I would like to switch them out ever once in awhile. I currently have the red one.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] smckdwn989:
yeah I had cables in the 300 range, it was eye opening for sure. i have a media bridge cable that is in the 1600-1900 range and the samsung cable is always at 1900.

contact spigen directly. as i understand it, until they see demand for it they won't offer it. they really shouldn't market it as customization without offering the frames...
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Merranza:
Thank you :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mbh87:
I got my case in today and don't care for it at all. It makes the device feel way too square and the buttons are too easy to press.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mreik:
Shoot me a PM with the color and price if you'd like to resell :highfive:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] alekurkudi:
If he doesn't I'm also interested lol
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mbh87:
I'm just gonna send it back.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] RedXXII:
I'm about to send mine back as well. I've had it only a few days and its already starting to chip in some spots. And I havent even dropped it. Disspointed on this one. Love the Glast.R though.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] sneekerpimpz:
I love my Neo hybrid, I just wish I was able to buy all the borders seperately because I want to rock a different color from time to time.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mrbro0ks:
Same here, they market these cases as "customizable" but they don't sell the borders separately. Don't get me wrong I love this case but a product isn't customizable if you have to purchase the entire product twice not just the border.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] JaeKay:
I am hearing horror stories about the s4 screen being really fragile and breakable.

How is this case in terms of protectability? i have the case, but not the phone yet.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] QuickSkope:
Anyone have any cheaper places to get it than the official website? I want the Glas.tR as well.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] BeSeanB:
whats about nfc? still working? guess it does since this case doenst add that much bulk,right?

anyone who got this case alrdy tested it?

thinking about the slate one for my black s4
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Tunasty:
Got mine yesterday! So far so good. The only thing I didn't like about this case is the power button is too soft to push. So if it's in your pocket, chances are you will hit the button and more than likely, turn it off. Other than that, case is really good.

NFC does work with the case on.

Sent from my Rooted S4 ^_^
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] g4Nk:
I agree with the power button issue. Do any of you have this and the slim armor? I'm beginning to wonder if I should have went with the slim armor instead. For a $30 case, I'm not too impressed with the neo hybrid
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] seigen:
Yeah I have both and I'm using slim armor. The main reason is, like you said before, the buttons are harder to push and the case is flexible enough so I can use other USB cables.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] xtrememorph:
I have this, with a Glas.TR, drop it around my ear height, the border broke and the internal LCD screen crack. Cost of Repair est USD$ 230

Now using Slim armor. easier to hold and thicker. Probably better of with Mercury TPU
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] arforbes:
I've had my yellow one for ten days. The glossy finish on it is chipping off from regular wear. I have yet to drop my phone *knock on wood *. Does anyone know if the matte silver is having the same chipping problem?

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] melvill:
I got my Neo Hybrid case yesterday. Spigen is quite useless. They sent me someone elses order and i got a silver one and not the white one i ordered. I sent them a message as i bought it from Spigen through Amazon. Its been almost 24 hours since i sent the email and still no word.

My experience with the case so far is OK. I like the look of the case but it adds quite a bit of bulk. The phone seems a lot larger than my Girlfriends Lumia 920 which is quite a bulky phone. Also i find the case really uncomfortable to hold while lying on my couch. I use my little finger to secure the phone at the bottom generally when holding a phone and i find this quite uncomfortable and eventually a little painful unless i hold the phone differently. Im hoping i get used to it tho cos all in all its a really nice case. Also using it with the Spigen GLAS.t R screen protector and it feel like my phone is solidly protected now for any kind of drop.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] smckdwn989:
i'm wondering if those that find the phone difficult have smaller hands. there has to be a reason why some people have no issue with holding the phone and find it extremely comfortable and others don't. or maybe some users are coming from much smaller phones. i know I came from a nexus galaxy so this isn't a huge difference. I also don't see how this case adds bulk, it's very slip, and needs a lip around the front to provide some kind of protection.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] hendeeze:
Apparently I have small hands because after putting the case on, the phone is now uncomfortable for me to use with 1 hand. It feels like my thumb is constantly reaching. Part of this is the extra bulk and I believe another reason is because the case itself is square, and not curved on the battery side. The case itself is more aesthetic I believe than protective. Although I won't be doing any drop tests, it doesn't pass the eye test as far as sturdiness. One other minor problem I have is, the Aux cable port hole is drilled on the small side for me. My aux cables now won't fit completely with the case on, rendering my phone useless as a music player in my car.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
Got it today, love the case and the jelly bean buttons too. The buttons with the case are great! My only problem is that my Nexus cable doesn't fit :( any cheapo cables I can buy so it fits? Cause I don't always want to unplug the OEM cable from the adapter to connect to my PC :(

EDIT: looks like I found an old samsung oem cable lying around and it fits! http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA07R0AJ5487
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] icyfantasy:
Argh this case couldn't fit my aJays three but I settled for the stock earphones in the end
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] DN22:
i've been browsing around for this case and found an ebay seller with it. Seems legit, but the jelly buttons are orange, black and white, is that right? Sellers name is totalsporting, can't post link yet.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] flipq88:
Found it, I don't know dude, saw a few feedbacks saying they never received their case and that the seller never responded to messages. I'd just pay the extra $5 and get it from spigen themselves.

Sent from Flip's Galaxy S4
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Vanhai:
nice case :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] CaptnKernel:
Hi guys, i got the Ringke Slim and like it very much.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] blitos2:
Haven't received yet

Well this is unfortunate,

On May 8th I bought my Neo Hybrid directly from Spigen USA to avoid counterfeits. I never received any shipping confirmation email.

I haven't received the package still so I emailed customer support, they answer that it was shipped on May 10th but that international shipping (I live in Spain) can take a long time and that I should contact them again if didn't got it by June 12th. Seriously, more than a month?!?!

In the meantime I have ordered, received, installed and been enjoying the MIME Glass screen protector :p.

I never had a problem with any package before but it looks like I won't be getting this :crying:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
Buy it from united.authentic.corps great service and authentic products
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] DN22:
Found the seller, but it seems they're not selling anymore. Do you have a link?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] smckdwn989:
why not just buy from amazon?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] anzil1947:
Spigen official site provides such an irresponsible support

I ordered one from spigen's official site for some reason in the billing address they decline my order but they deducted my cash and when i try to contact them they mentioned in their faq that if some thing happened like that they'll refund it within 3 or 4 days but still they didn't refund my cash. Meantime i ordered one neo hybrid infinite white case via amazon and i got it and i loved it. But the service what they are providing is very poor...
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mrbro0ks:
I've had this case on my phone for about three weeks. I love it except for the whole customization thing which is bull and the tpu around the camera has significant bowing to it which I can only assume is from heat. Has anyone else experienced this issue?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] lordandroid:
I've been using mine for 2 weeks now no issues. (knock on wood)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mrbro0ks:
I would like to attempt to contact them but I can't find a phone number or email anywhere. The contact information I have is for less reviews of their products. The product page for the car specifically states that the tpu won't warp from the heat of the phone, which is one of the main reasons I got decided on this case. Well just have to put this claim next to their "customization" claim.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/SPIGEN-SGP-S...hone_PDA_Cases&var&hash=item3f25691f04&_uhb=1
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mrbro0ks:
-How does TPU handle heat generated from the phone?

Have had the case for three weeks and I am noticing some warping/bowing of the tpu around the camera area, presumably from heat.

-Is it easy to slide into a pocket or the TPU back just prevents sliding on material?

Feels great in the pocket, easy in and out.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] bstaruk:
This case doesn't work with any USB cables except the one that came with the phone. Also, none of my headphones fit into it (ATH-M50, Sennheiser 598, some cheap Sony earbuds).

This is the most non-functional case I've ever bought-- I'm just glad I got it on Amazon, because I was able to return it for a full refund.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] drbveb88:
The glas tr is the BOMB...

---------- Post added at 09:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:11 PM ----------

Dude what are you talking about!!! I dont even use the white charger that came with this phone. (my daughter took it to match her white razor) I have five different chargers and usb cords and they all fit. Old ones from the droid charge and razor fit fine, my samsung chargers are good to go and all three car chargers work as well.

And headphones, my beats and Klipsch work great and my daughter Sol Republic headphones have no prolems.

Maybe you have a miss cut case or something.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] smckdwn989:
Couple things, you are on the lucky side because most cables don't fit without modifying them. I personally don't mind because the case is awesome. With that being said, based on my own research very few cables will charge at 1900mah, which the stock cable charges at. You'll be surprised to see what rate aftermarket cables charge at
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] drbveb88:
Great point!! I really wasnt aware of the charge rate difference. Thanks for the knowledge.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mrbro0ks:
Just got off the phone with Spigen. After a hour on the phone they are sending me a new TPU to replace the one I have now(warping issues from heat around camera lense and flash, which they specifically advertise that this case will not do). I also was able to get a whole new neo hybrid case with a different color polycarbonate from the one I own now for 40% off. People who have a issue with TPU warping and that they advertise this case as customizable without selling the polycarbonate bumper seperately NEED to call and complain. Plain and simple the way that this case is presented on Spigens site is bait and switch. Supposedly in the future they will be selling the polycarbonate shell seperately but until they see a demand they will not sell it solo. Make your voice heard if you want something done!
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] qpop:
I bought this case in the UK a week or so ago, and it has become apparent that it reduces the signal receiving capabilities of my phone in weak signal areas (for example the office I work in).

Can anybody else corroborate this experience?
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] BeSeanB:
just got my spigen today. i guess those guys arent taking care of quality check at all?

but realy didnt expect something like this. anyone else got stuff like this with spigen? :mad:
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] screwdestiny:
This case has already snapped at the USB cutout. And that's with using the standard charger.

It always felt cheap and this just re-inforced it. I had switched to the Surface after getting this one initially because I was so disappointed, but it didn't fit once I got the Glas.TR, so I had to switch back to this. Now I'm on the hunt for a decent case that will fit the glas.tr, since I don't want to have wasted my money by removing that, too. :\
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] jdip:
You guys who are getting the poorly made cases: did you buy directly from Spigen?

My friend bought me a Neo Hybrid from their website for my birthday and they sent him a case for the iPhone 5. The packing slip and invoice clearly said GS4.

All of this is kind of disappointing. Especially with the prices they charge. I thought Spigen was supposed to be a premium company. Maybe not.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] lordandroid:
I bought mine on Amazon and I've had Zero issues. Love the look and feel.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] jdip:
Thanks for the feedback. I guess any company will have some defective products. It just depends on how they handle it afterwards.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] bajasur:
Anyone want to venture a guess at a retail location that may sell this case?

Thanks :)
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] sweets55:
Same here only took a few days to get. Love the case
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] Anm0l:
Neo dante red

Hey, is it possible for you to privide me with the link, from where you ordered?

I am unable to find Dante red in NEO s4

i am also from Delhi

Thanks
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] coolraghav:
check here http://www.ebay.com/sch/united.auth...h=item41735dfd63&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] AFK_Matrix:
Hey there,

I have just got my silver Neo case and I love it!! Very nice quality and it doesn't add too much bulk to the phone and its still light etc. Now I need to get some new USB cable as most of mine are too big grrr, but my brother can probably help me out with those as he has a ton.

I also tried my beats headphones in the jack and they do fit but its a close thing. So can anyone recommend an extender that will just extend the jack, I don't want a long cable etc. I am also in the UK if that helps.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] devgee:
Hey guyz

How do you clean the matte surface of the case ?

Any ideas ?

Gesendet von meinem GT-I9505 mit Tapatalk 4
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] theRG:
Beware, this case is really weak at the USB port opening. I have had this case under 2 weeks and the outer bumper has cracked where it join at the port opening. I got this on Amazon and have checked the serial number and confirmed it's official Spigen. The case looks and feels nice but it's really weak. I wouldn't recommend this case anymore.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] mrbro0ks:
People really need to be sure that you are using USB cables that aren't stretching the opening of the case.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] smckdwn989:
exactly. if you use the stock cable it will clear without issue. in the event you're using a cable that doesn't' clear, cut away the plastic so that it fits.

also should point out that very few non stock cables actually charge at 1900mah...
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] screwdestiny:
I bought mine from Amazon. I never really liked the case to begin with (it's slippery and the square edges make it difficult for me to hold compared to the Surface, which is grippy and perfect). My crack is where the other guy posted, except it's only at the bottom and nothing broke off. It's a hairline crack. You probably wouldn't even notice unless I pointed it out.

Hopefully the new MIME Ghost Glass will fix the smearing and discoloration issues I had with the original Ghost Glass. It fit the Surface where the Glas.tR does not, so I'm going to switch back to it if the new stock is better.
[Galaxy S 4 Accessories] theRG:
I used the stock cable and the kindle white cable. Both fight ok, the kindle cable is a little bit tighter. The outer bumper is clearly very cheap.