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[General Accessories] the_faz2000:
I too see the silver frame peeping through at the top. This is the first time I have bought a UAG case after hearing great things about them but I am not overly impressed with it. It looks great but the lip is pretty flimsy at the top, usb port and by the power and volume keys. The lip on my case has an excessive amount of flash and the camera cut-out is not centered that well. The back side of the case is gorgeous though and it feels great in my hand - much nicer than the SGP Neo Hybrid does. I am very impressed with how little bulk the UAG case adds to the phone.
[General Accessories] m.garz:
Anyone got the Otterbox Commuter before getting this one?

Any comparisons or review?

Thanks
[General Accessories] flu13:
My wife has the commuter and my UAG should be showing up any day now. I'll try to give you some comparison.
[General Accessories] m.garz:
thanks, looking forward to it.

planning to switch hehe
[General Accessories] NomisGnat:
you can try taking the original back cover off, it unblock the speaker and reduce the thickness abit
[General Accessories] mankvl:
The case feels very good and the look of it in general is very nice to me, but imo i got some bad model or wtf, it has a line on the back that is definitely bugged :/ and i payed customs for this case so sending it back would cost me even more :X anyone have smth similar ?

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1091029/2013-06-06 20.14.44.jpg

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1091029/2013-06-06 20.15.07.jpg

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1091029/2013-06-06 20.17.49.jpg
[General Accessories] the_faz2000:
That is just a workmanship flaw, mine has one of those down each side.
[General Accessories] mankvl:
So no WARRANTY for this? i waited so long to get it and such a small thing piss me off :D maybe because i payed so mutch for it :D anyway if i dont see the back it love it :DD slim and protective :)
[General Accessories] the_faz2000:
Count yourself lucky mate. The lip on my case has 18 tags of excess material and the camera cut-out is a little off too. This will probably be my first and last UAG case. It's just not worth importing these to the UK with the exorbitant duties added here - £35 is too much for a case of this quality.
[General Accessories] JayyBiggs:
Thanks for the in depth review and pics!! might have to go and grab the black one!!:good::highfive:
[General Accessories] vectron:
Since I have S4 now for testing and got some additional UAG S4 colors for review (blue - Aero, and orange - Outland), I took a few more detailed pictures for your enjoyment!
[General Accessories] Coderedpl:
Very highly considering the AERO one.

Tough decision debating between UAG, Neo Hybrid, or the Work Mate.

Thought about slim armor but don't want the back scratched up and it seems like it would do that easily.
[General Accessories] mankvl:
Do you notice any buged places like on mine?

Sent from my GT-I9505
[General Accessories] vectron:
No, everything is perfect with mine. Contact them right away for replacement!
[General Accessories] mankvl:
First I need to find how much sending it back will cost me and if I need to pay customs again when I get it back then the case would cost me x3 it's worth :D any chance they could change the colour? :D would like to get blue or white :)

Sent from my GT-I9505
[General Accessories] RandomHandle:
Just ordered white, black, and orange for my black S4. We will see which one looks the best.
[General Accessories] Bradden1:
Anyone know where I can guarantee to get an original in the uk? I can only see them from third party sellers on Amazon which worries me.
[General Accessories] mankvl:
any legit eu reseler would be epic, now i'am thinking of sending it back and geting my $ back, but still i would have some loss because I payed customs + taxes :///
[General Accessories] the_faz2000:
I believe Foryourgadget sell genuine cases. They sell mobile accessories via their e-shop and on eBay too. I have used them in the past and have always received genuine items. They are currently selling S4 UAG cases for £26 with free postage.
[General Accessories] mankvl:
Just black :/ any more uk reselers?
[General Accessories] Bradden1:
Me too..seems daft for uag to advise Amazon.. some look a bit dodgy.
[General Accessories] the_faz2000:
They had all of the colours earlier. They must really be shifting them.
[General Accessories] flu13:
Ok, I can give some preliminary comparison now.

The UAG is WAY slimmer. The Commuter is very bulky by comparison. I also think that the UAG is easier to get on/off. I like how the Commuter's buttons stick out a bit, but the flush buttons on the UAG are kinda cool. The Commuter probably gives better protection, but the UAG is probably pretty darn good as well.
[General Accessories] Camboteav:
Any pics? I got the green commuter on order. I love my uag. Just waiting for them to release more colors.
[General Accessories] m.garz:
Wow thanks man, this would definitely be my 2nd case. :thumbup:
[General Accessories] jjb7733:
Just ordered on amazon for $29 shipping included, got it for free cause I signed up for an amazon credit card and got a $50 gift card for signing up!
[General Accessories] flu13:
I'll try to get some pics posted up soon.
[General Accessories] swieder711:
I just bought the white UAG case on Amazon for $29.98 with shipping. I am pairing the case with a black S4 which looks great based on the pics shown in this thread.

The order shows as coming from "Sold by Daniels Accessories." Can anyone confirm that this is a legit UAG case and not an copycat?
[General Accessories] arforbes:
I just bought one from there too and wondering the same exact thing..

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337
[General Accessories] Camboteav:
My uag scout case. Had a white one for my white s3 I had which was easy to keep clean and it held up well so I had to get black on black for my s4. I have the neon green commuter on its way now to me cause I like to have 2-3 cases to switch it up once in a while. The uag has been the best fit form and function case I have ever had though.
[General Accessories] irishrally:
^^^ I'll probably go black on black UAG too. What screen protector do you have?
[General Accessories] Camboteav:
Tech armor ballistic glass from amazon around $22
[General Accessories] swieder711:
I emailed the seller. He responded that his items are authentic.
[General Accessories] flu13:
My UAG case came from Daniel's Accessories as well, and it seems legit. I don't have any of the manufacturing flaws that have made some people question theirs.
[General Accessories] Coderedpl:
Cheaper via Amazon and prime shipping:

http://www.amazon.com/Urban-Armor-U...&qid=1370890036&sr=8-5&keywords=uag+galaxy+s4
[General Accessories] flu13:
Amazon didn't have them in stock until today.
[General Accessories] BIGSx420:
I have the white one now and absolutely no complaints about it. My spigen neo hybrid is collecting dust now. I love how this case is slimmer and offers more protection. I did drop my phone once when I had the spigen on. Onto concrete and only got a knick on the corner. Glass.tr has no cracks or scratches still. This UAG case fits perfect with the glass too.
[General Accessories] lzk123:
Will UAG case fit perfectly with Spigen Glass.T? The 0.23mm glass screen protector. Can u upload pictures of your phone? Is there still any lip left?
[General Accessories] yoh65:
bump.
[General Accessories] swieder711:
I am now debating between the S4 with UAG case and the Active S4.

Any thoughts on how the two compare on durability and resistance to breakage?

I dont care that much about the differences regarding buttons and waterproof.
[General Accessories] sergiu84:
There seems to be a little flood of these on fleabay for around £12-£15; I got one for £13, and while the packaging looks impressively original (down to the included sticker and embossed lettering on the cardboard) I don't think the case itself is genuine. I'm not quite sure what to do, I might either get another that will hopefully be genuine, or wait for the Spigen Slim View which is a lot more expensive...
[General Accessories] vectron:
When it comes to ebay and even amazon, gotta check carefully who is a seller before you buy it - apparently some low quality fakes are circulating around :(

Btw, sadly I have to return back my Galaxy S4 review unit, so now I have unused Aero and Outland looking for home. Not giving it away for free though, but if interested hit me with PM. Gotta figure out what to do with all these S4 cases I have reviewed and no use for now :D
[General Accessories] hatefulsandwich:
So I got a counterfeit off of eBay and I didn't even pay counterfeit prices. I didn't even realise UAG had free international shipping - if I had just ordered from them it would have been cheaper than this counterfeit I got through eBay! I probably should have done more research, but it's fine, I'm opening a case with eBay. I took a careful look at the photos in this thread and compared them to my case and I have no doubt it's fake. Funnily it seems to have come in an original box, though. That said, the box seemed like it had been opened so it could be that the seller sneakily stuck a fake in a genuine box. Or that the counterfeit boxes have gotten better.

Anyway, here's a list of things I noticed when comparing my case to the photos in the first post. Hopefully it will be helpful to other people who want to know how to see whether theirs is counterfeit.

-The phone does not fit as snugly as it should.

-There are MANY manufacturing flaws that look terrible, especially the edges around the volume button.

-The buttons do not work well and the texture of the power button is not the same as genuine UAG cases. Genuine cases have six thick notches on the button and this has eight thin ones.

-The buttons do not have small cutouts below them that the original has, hence why they do not work as well as the genuine one.

-The cutout for the USB port on the bottom has rounded corners at the top while the original is perfectly rectangular and larger.

-The cutouts for the torx screws on the back aren't perfectly aligned like one finds on the genuine case.

-There are white slots on the inside of the case where there should be none - only black rubber.

-The protective lip of the case should be substantially thicker and the chrome borders of the phone should not be visible.

-Some manufacturing seams that appear on the corners of the real case are not visible on this one.

-The raised tabs on the back of the case are not as clean and raised as they should be.

-The screen protector has different peel-off tabs and they are placed on the opposite side from the screen protector that comes with the genuine case.
[General Accessories] Tsukasa Buddha:
Pros:

- Volume and power buttons are super clicky, but essentially flush with the sides. This solves my problem of accidentally hitting them and protects them at the same time. I actually prefer using the buttons with the case rather than without.

- The cutouts are extra large. An annoying thing about my Slim Armor for my iPhone was that they were too too small for anything but the official Apple Lightning cables. The headphone ones don't fit the 3.5 mm adapter for my HD 598 headphones, but I doubt that is a common problem.

- It is slim but feels secure.

- The lip on the screen is huge.

Cons:

- The lip on the screen is huge. This can irk a bit when swiping at the edges, and you never notice how much you do that until it becomes an issue.

- The included screen protector was just an oil trap. Replaced it with a Nano protector and it is great.

Random:

- I think it gives an odd vibrating when you tap the back of it. Not sure if that is part of the design, or something that just happened. It isn't as noticeable now, but maybe I am just tuning it out due to exposure.
[General Accessories] marcoxx626:
If you don't care about it being waterproof, then definitely get the regular S4. Has a better camera, and the development is wayyyyy better as the development for the active is literally non-existent (bootloader hasn't been unlocked).
[General Accessories] neo_styles:
Bumping this back up as I just put in an order for a black on black on Amazon. Confirmed the seller for order was Amazon direct. Prices shift slightly for each color, but are anywhere from 22-24 bucks shipped. Looking forward to finally getting my hands on this.
[General Accessories] sycotik:
Even though it comes from amazon, still do what others have suggested as soon as it arrives to ensure it is the real deal. You will love it.
[General Accessories] Shiryu:
Could anyone compare UAG to OBLIQ Xtream Pro case? I'm wondering which one to choose while it looks very similar.
[General Accessories] blueblazer22x:
+1 for a comparison
[General Accessories] Biker1:
I just came upon your thread.

Excellent review & pics:good:

I ordered my UAG in black a month or so ago and spoke about it here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2451240

Before the UAG, I had purchased the:

- SPG Hybrid Neo (returned after 2 days)

- Cygnett WorkMate Evolution case

Although the Cygnett case exuded protection, and I felt my S4 was well protected in it, I purchased the UAG after seeing my friend's S4 in her UAG Black/Orange case. Great looks in comparison to the utilitarian look of the Cygnett.

But what really peaked my interest in the UAG was that she said ' I drop my phone all the time and nothing happens to my phone. No scratches, still works."

Now that's a real world review on the protectiveness of the UAG!

And I had to order one.

I explain in detail why I like the UAG in my link above.

Since the UAG, I've ordered:

- Otterbox Defender

- Otterbox Commuter

- Speck Candyshell Mango/Raspberry

- Speck Candyshell White/Caribbean Blue

I still think that the UAG offers the best protection in the most minimalist form as compared to the cases above. The Speck cases are colorful and appear to be protective in a minimalist form factor, but I'd say the UAG is probably more durable, and most likely more protective due to the UAG's comprehensive corner protection, and full tpu type proprietary material construction, including the honeycomb interior. Their website is not very specific regarding the materials they use. Keeping it close to their vests, so to speak.) I'm still on the fence between Speck Candyshell and UAG regarding the protectiveness of one over the other. I switch between the 2 as my EDCC (every day carry case.)

Maybe I'll buy my friend a Speck to test, but I don't want to be responsible if her S4 gets dinged up :laugh:

I would like the UAG to be offered in more color combination choices though, as I would purchase more than just the black version. I'd probably have a collection :)
[General Accessories] vzwnexus:
http://imgur.com/a/5W2sK

I have both cases. the UAG case's bezel around the edges are "squishy" while the OBLIQ is nice and firm. the buttons on the UAG are WAY easier to press versus the OBLIQ. with the OBLIQ case, I'm not sure if I'm actually pressing the keys or not. they're both great cases though. let me know if you guys want more side by side shots or anything :cool:

---------- Post added at 08:29 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:49 PM ----------

It's not exactly a direct comparison but they are very similar. maybe my review will help out a little?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=46577749#post46577749
[General Accessories] grillheadxl:
Thanks for the above pics to show the bezel :good: (I think you have them labeled backwards though?) Anyways, my question is, does the rubber on the bezels of either one pull away very bad? Would junk collect under them easily?
[General Accessories] vzwnexus:
they were labelled correctly. dust gets under both cases but it's more so in the UAG case. the rubber is a lot softer on the UAG vs the OBLiQ case.
[General Accessories] ilport:
Anyone knows are have the UAG with Glass-M?

http://theglass-m.com/collections/a...ctor-for-samsung-galaxy-s4-i9500-3g-i9505-lte

Will it fit?
[General Accessories] jhom52:
3rd times a charm

After trying a Spigen Neo Case and an Elago Slim Fit case, I have found the case for me, UAG. Slim, protective, and comfortable to hold and use. Also, it is great looking and makes the S4 more functional (better button control).
[General Accessories] Biker1:
UAG now has a translucent 'Maverick' case for the S4.

http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/maverick-galaxy-s4

I ordered it a few days ago from UAG directly for $34.95.

Amazon is selling the same UAG Maverick case under under the name 'Ice' for $31.02, but it is out of stock until January 28, 2014.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FQMMYP6?vs=1

UAG has no discount, but there is No Tax charged (depending on your State) as on Amazon, so the cost comes out to be about the same. Free shipping on UAG, as well as on Amazon. I looked on the Web, but I didn't see any UAG discount coupon offers. $34.95 is a bit steep for these UAG cases imo. I'm sure the price will drop some more on Amazon after a couple of months or so, but by that time, the S5 will most likely be available :)

With the translucent Maverick case you can have your battery cover color show through which would give a pretty cool and unique look to your S4.

I should receive it within the next couple of days, as it shipped from UAG the day after I ordered it. I'm looking forward to receiving the case ;)
[General Accessories] Camboteav:
Have had mine for almost a week and love it. Was rocking the black one for a long time. Uag are my favorite cases and I'm ocd about cases
[General Accessories] Biker1:
The screenies look real nice :good:

In the other thread I see you said you purchased the battery covers on eBay.

I searched eBay and Amazon and found some colored covers, but I don't think they were the same covers you purchased because it didn't say Galaxy SlV on the ones I found which is not important to me, except I know fitment can be an issue with these generic covers, and that the covers you purchased have no issues so I'd like to purchase the same.

Can you post a link to the covers you purchased?
[General Accessories] Camboteav:
Here is the green one I got from this bunch of colors

http://m.ebay.com/itm/380697606079?nav=SEARCH&sbk=1

The blue one I can't find from the seller anymore for some reason
[General Accessories] Biker1:
Thanks for the link.

I found this eBay link with a bunch of colors including blues, and the Seller is in New Jersey USA, which is a plus. I'll order a couple of colors and see how it goes:

http://m.ebay.com/itm/290945310838?nav=SEARCH&sbk=1
[General Accessories] Camboteav:
Or these. Actually one of the blues looks alot like mine.

http://m.ebay.com/itm/221291433012?nav=SEARCH&sbk=1
[General Accessories] Biker1:
That seller is also in Hong Kong.

I'd rather purchase from within the USA if available.

I just purchased the Dark Blue & Dark Green covers from the link I posted above.
[General Accessories] Camboteav:
I purchased both mine from Hong Kong without issues. Just took about 10 days to get that's all.
[General Accessories] Biker1:
Shipping time is only 3 days or so from USA.

The items are imported from Hong Kong, Taiwan or China no doubt, but the distributor is locally based which decreases shipping time for purchases, and returns if necessary.
[General Accessories] Camboteav:
Yeah I know shipment time is shorter in US of course. Their was just more variety over seas with the exact color I wanted and I wanted "galaxy s4" imprinted on it. Post pics when you get them though.
[General Accessories] Biker1:
Will do.
[General Accessories] probro1154:
Is the honeycomb material on the inside of the Maverick/Ice soft like on the black Scout model? It looks like hard plastic like the rest of the clear part of the case. Thanks!
[General Accessories] Biker1:
I just received the Maverick and it's going back*?

(*Update:

I'll be calling UAG to discuss this material difference first, as the translucent look has a nice affect, but I don't want to sacrifice protection.)

The clear plastic and honeycomb do not have the same shock absorbing feel to the material as the black UAG does. The Maverick is also not as flexible as the black model.

I'm not saying the Maverick is not as protective as the Scout (Black model) but if the Maverick material is not as flexible as the Scout, I can't see it being as protective against drops as it is most likely not as shock absorbent as the material the Scout is made of, imo...

If the material of both are the same, the production/process of the translucency has 'hardened' the material on the Maverick.

The Maverick looks great regarding the see through affect, but I care about the protection the case offers more than aesthetics, whether real or perceived. To reiterate, I haven't done or seen any Maverick drop tests, but there definitely is a noticeable difference in the material.
[General Accessories] :
How is the cutout alignment for the camera for you guys? It seems to overlap some of the chrome lining unevenly. I ordered mine from UAG directly so if it's a defect I can let them know. It also as a number of excess rubber on the inner side of the lip.

Maybe I'm a bit anal retentive, but I would just like to know!
[General Accessories] Biker1:
The camera/flash cut out of the Maverick lines up.

The only difference I see between the Maverick and the Scout camera/flash cut out is that on the Scout the camera and and flash have a separate cut out for each, while the Maverick has one cut out.
[General Accessories] :
Hmm does your scout cutout align perfectly? Mine covers the chrome piece unevenly
[General Accessories] Biker1:
The same amount of Chrome is showing on all 4 sides, for a uniform view of the chrome bezel.
[General Accessories] probro1154:
Thanks! That's what I was afraid of. I sent UAG the same question over the weekend but haven't heard back from them yet.
[General Accessories] Camboteav:
I don't see where the Maverick is worse on protection. The only part that the phone would actually touch on dropping is the corners because from front/back /sides the corners are pronounced in all facets more than the rest of the case and the corners are the exact same material as previous cases. The back translucent part never touches if you lay the phone on its back because of small teeth that protrude from the corners
[General Accessories] :
Hmm this is my case on the phome, notice how the chrome on the left side is barely there?
[General Accessories] probro1154:
Now that's interesting. If the honeycomb part of the black case doesn't touch the battery cover either... why bother putting soft material there? What about on impact on the back? Would the softer back of the Scout case offer better protection due to the cushion factor? It will be interesting to hear what UAG has to say about it. Thanks!
[General Accessories] Biker1:
There's a defect somewhere.

Either your camera is off center, or your case cut out is.

I'd say there's an issue with your case.

Let UAG know and I'm sure they'll warranty it ;)
[General Accessories] Camboteav:
I never said the honeycomb part doesn't touch the battery cover. I just really don't think it comes into play when you look at how the corners are designed. If the phone fell flat on its back the energy would be dispersed through the corners
[General Accessories] probro1154:
I understand the corners would hit first if dropped flat. I was thinking more of direct impact (such as bumping into a table corner with the thing in my pocket) and would the softer material offer better protection.