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[Galaxy S III Accessories] CrackerTeg:
The screen protector is integrated in the fre. Not sure what happens if you rip it out but I don't have a spare 80 for a new case nor 500 for a phone to test that theory.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] planoman:
No you cannot. On the Fre the screen protector is built into the top half of the case. Although there is a air gap between this protector and phone screen, I prefer it to the screen being exposed and open to damage, especially around sand. Just my preference. If you are cheap you would not be considering these cases at all IMO.

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I guess there is no way to test the Nuud for water tightness like you can with the Fre. Have you submerged your phone yet...?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1slow4G:
Hows the fre screen clarity? Under sun light and night
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kingston73:
I think there's a lot of misunderstanding going on so I'm going to try to clear some up. The nuud does come with a stick on screen protector you apply after putting the case on. It's clear and clean and I can't tell its there. The screen protector on the fre isn't going to protect it much better, definitely not going to protect it from a drop directly on the screen or anything. The nuud cases come with a plastic block you use as a stand in for your phone if you want to test it. I didn't bother testing as its just snapping two halves together, there's really no way to do it wrong.

Some other observations after using it 1 day, the sound is good, people on calls sound good and I sound fine to them. The external speaker is still useable, there's some distortion at full volume though. The buttons all function well, the only issue I have is my big fat fingers sometimes hit the phone dialer icon when I'm trying to hit the settings button.

I really like that the bottom is rubberized and not hard plastic. The measurements on paper don't make it seem like its a whole lot smaller than the armor or obex but in the hand and pocket it feels way smaller than the obex ever did.

The ear phone socket is a rubber plug attached to the case so you can't lose it, but I could see possibly ripping it off if you get carried away with things. I don't know what lifeproof will do if that gets broken but my wife had an issue with her iphone case and they sent her a brand new one for free so I already know their customer service is good.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1slow4G:
So the better option would be the nuud... the screen protector can be changed out anytime
[Galaxy S III Accessories] CrackerTeg:
How often does one change a screen protector though? The tech behind the nuud is cool and all but why pay more for less? Know what I mean?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1slow4G:
Well i change mine out every 3-4 weeks. With the fre youre stuck with it.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kingston73:
Well, yes and no. The one lifeproof packages with the case is cut to fit inside the outline of the case, you put it on after the case goes on the phone so there's no screen protector under the edge of the case. If you bought an aftermarket screen protector you'd either have to cut it to fit or take the chance that it would fit under the case.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1slow4G:
Yeah im sure if u make a template of the original screen protector u could use any screen protector and cut it. Although its been mentioned that any full size protector will work under the case. I wouldnt take that chance tho.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] CrackerTeg:
Not to go off topic but why so often?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1slow4G:
I work in oilfield. Dust, mud, oil mess up the screen protector faster than usual lol
[Galaxy S III Accessories] CrackerTeg:
Seems legit. Carry on sir.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] cuban11182:
Just went out and got the nude. I have the armour sitting here. The phone is so tiny without that case. I'm currently doing the 30 minute water test.

First impressions are pretty good. I'm sure it will be a great case.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] popimp315:
Just picked up the fre and finished the water test. I must say i am impressed with how flush it is. They did a good job. The chinese fake is just more square, but it kept my phone water proof while i used it. I may give it to a friend here so they can use it or send it to my bro.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] cuban11182:
I like the nude. Two complaints though. First how difficult it was to close, second is it's too damn hard to open the charging port!

Overall I'm happy.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] andrecaron:
I saw that case personally and is fantastic...
[Galaxy S III Accessories] planoman:
It is similar to having a non glare screen protector on. Affects the clarity a bit but of course the protection 360. I can see the appeal of the Nuud but the screen protector on the screen is not that bad according to my wife.

Here is a pic of my iphone with the Fre case on. You can see the glare on the screen protector in the upper right hand corner. This has the Fre screen protector/cover over the screen. Also my iphone also has a regular SGP screen protector on it in case I take my lifeproof off and go with a TPU case.

Not sure why my pics are going sideways?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] popimp315:
anyone find the charger a little hard to get in?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] planoman:
I disagree about the Fre not protecting better. The screen protector is more like a screen cover and not completely against the glass like a normal Screen protector. The is no way for anything to touch your screen. The Nuud as you say is a o-ring inside the top half of the case that creates a seal directly onto the glass of the screen and the protector goes on inside the edge of the case. I guess the screen could break with the Fre but I would be surprised. But they are rated the same so maybe you are correct. Also as you said you must lower the speaker volume to keep from getting the buzz.

Also the reason to test the case is to test the o-ring in the case. If it is bad the case will leak. They can and do leak. I tested my iphone case and my wife's case underwater for 1 hour for the iphone and 30 minutes for the S3. No water leaked into the case so I feel better about it. I have used my iphone many times under water for picts and video.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Casutherland42:
I have the Lifeproof Nuud case on mine, and if anyone took the time to read my review I posted earlier, I talked about how good the Spigen SGP curved crystal screen protector covered the entire screen of the Galaxy S3, and fits PERFECTLY under the case and suction design of the Lifeproof Nuud. I have tested mine in the shower, in a bowl of water, and in the sink and all are 100% leak proof. So the screen protector adds to the "scratch proof" aspect, as well as it is MUCH MUCH MUCH more clear than the crappy screen protector that they give you with the case. It is 15.00 on Spigen's website and tax free, free shipping. Comes with 2 of them and they are amazing and perfect with this case. Just my personal opinion. I will try and add pictures later this week.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] planoman:
I saw the video of the Nuud in the initial posts and it does indeed look good with the glass or clear screen protector on. I also use spigen screen protectors on my gear and they are unsurpassed in clarity and function. If the reviews continue to be good, I might consider the Nuud for my s4 when that case comes out.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Infuser86:
Any chance kf the extended oem fitting either one of these cases?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] CrackerTeg:
If the extended OEM is larger in size than original, no. These cases fit tight on stock as it is.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mcbrocker:
I've bought the nuud case and the only issue I'm having is the screen goes bizirk when in water. But I'm thinking its the ROM I'm using. I've flashed another ROM and it seemed normal. I've gotta say this case is awesome otherwise.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kingston73:
Touch screens don't work under water, doesn't matter what room it's hard ware.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] CrackerTeg:
Very true. Not even the fre, which has an extremely small, almost non existent air bubble under the screen protector, doesn't allow the touch screen to work underwater.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1slow4G:
Yup. The fake lifeproof works underwater with the screen "inflated" lol. Found that out the other day.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Infuser86:
I debated whether to buy the Nuud this weekend, but came to the conclusion that the fake Lifeproof will work just fine for the times I need water protection. It only cost about $15. Plus I got it in orange, which is cool.

I had the fake case previously and know the screen pillow effect is the biggest knock, but as often as I will use the case, I will take that case over spending $100.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] cyberone3:
will you have to think about does moments when your at a party and get push into the pool without the other person realizing that you phone is in your back pocker :)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1slow4G:
The screen pillow effect works in you favor under water. With the fake I can use the screen like if its out of water, take pictures, record/pause/stop, txt lol whatever. What's the point of having waterproof case if it useless under water.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] mcbrocker:
I wasn't touching the screen under water, I didn't have my hand on the phone at all. The screen just went crazy. I tried a different ROM and it was acting fine. Screen never moved. So I know it was ROM related.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] painandpleasure:
My screen under water kept engaging the menu button and every time I tried to take picture it did nothing. I still love the case though.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zolo185:
Does the nuud take longer for touch to work after being wet?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] compro01:
As of 27 minutes ago, the cases are now available for direct purchase from lifeproof, though the site appears to have gone down under the load.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zolo185:
^^ Thanks . Are the prices the same as in best buy ?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] compro01:
It appears that the email notifying me of their availability was either sent in error or they've already sold out of both. The store page is only showing the "notify me" thing as it was before.

But yes, prices are the same. $79.99 for the fre and $89.99 for the nuud

EDIT : Correction, it's just the Canadian site where they're unavailable still. They're available for purchase on the USA site.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zolo185:
Sweet think ill just go to the store instead
[Galaxy S III Accessories] weenerdog3443:
Love my cases put it in my Fish tank
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kingston73:
Have any of you using either the nuud or fre found your battery heating up? I have a cheap eBay battery and just in the past two days I've noticed my phone getting hot, like battery temps of 100F hot. I have.a zerolemon 2300 battery on the way to see if its my eBay battery. I've had the case for a week and the first few days it wasn't getting hot like it is now. Not sure what else would be causing this temp increase.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Infuser86:
I got my orange fake lifeproof in today. I must say this fake is better than the first one I got this year. Happy I didn't pay 100 bucks like I almost did lol
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zmagas1:
Link please
[Galaxy S III Accessories] ddhawkfan:
I bought the nuud last night and installed it. I currently have the invishield HD screen protector installed and asked Lifeproof if it will work (bestbuy tool said yes...), I was told no not to use 3rd party screen protectors ect, which I understand totally seeing as they can not guarantee the seal around where the protector dips down around the front facing camera, which you can see where the seal is not even. BUT I am a 27 yr old with a 6 year old mentality so I did go ahead and water test it and it worked (granted I didn't put it to 6 ft for an hour or anything crazy like that, I figure if my phone has been in the water for an hour my least concern is this dumb phone) So I think i'm going to heed their warning and install their own screen protector (I work in automotive so fine dirt is a pretty common thing on my fingers). All and all, I'm a happy camper with it.

Also I have a water test video that I can not attach seeing as I troll a lot on here and never post ;-/
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bitpie:
If you want discount you can use this site http://goo.gl/SrKeo6

I have $5 less and free shipping. Its accepted. But i dont know why i cant order online. yesterday i tried several times and got message with some error while attempting charge my card. Today the same. I tried via IE and same.

Few minutes ago i bought something online and everything is good with my card. Do you have similar problem ordering online ?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bitpie:
Ok. I send the message to lifeproof about the problem with ordering online and have no answer. I tried today one more time and what i have to say is **** lifeproof. Already said to all my firnds about lifeproof and they was exited but now i have to say sorry ... i didint know lifeproof web and service sux.

That wan my last time trying buy lifeproof. Seeya assholes ( lifeproof, not xda :)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] CrackerTeg:
kthxbye
[Galaxy S III Accessories] Da Kine:
Just because you're not saving $5 and the cost of shipping.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bitpie:
Just bcs i cant order lifeproof and i have no answer from them whats mean no respect.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] CrackerTeg:
wut?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] kingston73:
Have you tried ordering through best buy?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] gangpe:
Quick question for those with the nuud case. Is there a holster that will fit this case securely? I haven't seen an official belt clip, and I was hoping there was something already out there that I could use with this case.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] dave1977nj:
Seems good but 1. it will make your device bulky and 2. it's a bit expensive.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] aybarrap1:
1. It is waterproof and 2. It is all proof (dust, sand, water, etc)!!! Seriously, you have to consider that the case puts your phone in an enclosed box that allows nothing to get in except sound and of course let out sound. Compared to other name brands, such as the Otterbox Armor and Seido Obex, this case is not bulky. It is also on par with pricing. The Armor would be the optimal choice for those who are brutal with impacts, drops, and potential crushes and costs $100 (and is coincidentally probably the bulkiest name brand case out there for the S3). The Obex cost around $80. The Lifeproof seems the sleekest of them all though and is right within these prices.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bitpie:
Its better to spend $80 for case then next $650 ( i9300 price when i bought ) for next new phone.

Actually if you do nothing where your phone can be damaged, you dont need this case. If you snowboarding, river rafting, swimming, often on the beach, splish splash, if kids like throwing phone, you have dirty job/work, etc. ( like me ) then you need this case. :)

I bought ( via bestbuy ) free and you can not feel screen protector. Even if yes its not gonna bother you. The sound of everything is the same. Already tested and throwing several times. Nothing happens. Many times under water and its proof. Its lifeproof :)
[Galaxy S III Accessories] compro01:
What's the screen sensitivity like through the protector?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] CrackerTeg:
Just like any other screen protector.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bitpie:
Yes .. like other screen protector. I was worry about it. My friend didnt noticed this is with screen protector. he thought he touched the touch screen

I thought it gonna be something like hard, bulky pex but isnt like that.

Just underwater is very sensitive. When i tried make those pics while screen is on and on the web page i had to throw in to water. Not put slowly in my hands bcs when water go on the screen it can press touch buttons like menu or back.

For underwater pics i use 3 or 5 sec timer ( pro capture/ camera360 or Vol shutter with vol + and - buttons )
[Galaxy S III Accessories] aybarrap1:
I agree with you. You could pay $80 to $90 for this and have some peace of mind. I do part time work with a servicing pools and have a 2 year old. I also live on a coastal city so visit the beach every now and then. Having multiple close calls finally made me break down and cough up the $80.

To be honest the only thing that seems an issue for me is the vibrations on the back panel when on speaker phone or playing music without headphones. Since I rarely use the loud speaker outside of ringing, this is a minimal issue so I could really care less. I have to agree that the screen protector was very surprising. It is not annoying like most and is very usable.

Now the only thing that could have been better is if I had purchased the white one instead of blue. The pictures of the white one in this thing look great.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bx10r:
So i got mine sat, did the water test and it passed...well sunday i went to the pool...snapped a few pics, cool. Set my vol butt as the shutter. Well after maybe 20 mins in 3ft of water my phone died. Looked thru the clear back and it was wet. Opened the case...mybattery was all wet so was the phone. I called lifeproof on a sunday and surprisingly someone was there. Thre sending me a new case and when i return mine they will tell me if it was the case or me on install..but come on, its not rocket science...snap it together and boom all set? Right? Needless to say id like to ry it again but can i afford to damage another phone? Decisions decisions

NOW I GOT A PHONE THATS DEAD BEYOND DEAD..AND I NEED A FOLDER IN IT. THIS SUX...HOPEFULLY IN A FEW DAYS IT'LL TURN ON CAUSE I NEED THIS FOLDER...BAAAAAAAAAD
[Galaxy S III Accessories] zolo185:
Not only put it rice but also take the phone apart more to make sure ur getting the most possible moister out
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bx10r:
I kno but im scared to take it apart and not be able to put it back together...I really need this file.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] SignetSphere:
There are lots of videos on youtube that can guide you on how to take it part properly.

Here I already searched it for you :)

Samsung Galaxy S3 Disassembly & Assembly
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bx10r:
thanks man, will look into this vid a lunch time. whats the worse that can ahppen...lol its already dead.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] 1slow4G:
wow that really sucks bx10r, so much for the lifeproof name, right lol
[Galaxy S III Accessories] aybarrap1:
They never said that all the cases would be perfect. It could be a design flaw or could have been just a badly seated seal. Who knows? Let us know if it is determined to be a problem with your case bx10r.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bx10r:
I sure will keep you posted. Got both my new s3 and a new case on the way. Wont install til lifproof rells me it was me or the case..just to be safe. Will post once alls said and done
[Galaxy S III Accessories] vmbray:
I got this case and I do like it. Won't dip the phone in the water but its great for splashes etc. Phone speaker is a bit muffled but seems to get better with more use. Hard to take on and off - snap the corners down first helps. Back scratches easily.

Great protection and would buy again.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] compro01:
For those of you wanting a holster for this case, Seidio's Obex holster is just about right for it. The Obex is about 1/8" taller than this one, but padding out the bottom of it a bit (e.g. with a few layers of tape) makes its holster fit like a glove.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] aybarrap1:
Thanks. I was considering this holster since it could be purchased separate from the Obex case. Was waiting on confirmation of this. What kind of tape did you use? Do you think foam tape would work?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] compro01:
I used a pair of stacks (one in each corner) of about 10 little strips of gorilla tape last night and it worked OK though today.

Coincidentally, foam tape also occurred to me as a more elegant solution. I grabbed a 10' roll of 3/8"x3/8" foam tape ($7 at Canadian Tire. I'm sure I can find some use for the extra 9.5') on my way home and stuck a pair of little pieces in the bottom corners of the holster, as shown in the pic.

Seems to keep the phone securely in the holster.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] aybarrap1:
That was exactly what I was thinking too. I have already seen the design of the holster in a local Best Buy store (ironically it has the holster but not the Obex and the Best Buy down the road has the Obex but not the holster). If I get the holster (which I am sure I will now), I considered doing some "custom" cutting of the foam with an xacto knife to get as close as an exact fit in those corners as possible (including tapering if necessary). I want the phone to be snug enough I don't worry about it banging around in the holster or falling out but only to the point that I can still get the phone out smoothly.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bitpie:
Hmm ...

After few days of use it i decide to clean phone and lifeproof. DOnt know how and from where but i find this small thing on the floor. I checked and i see exaclyu the same inside the case. Now i dont know if this thing suppose to be inside ( like one more ) or no ? Passed waterproof test without this but still dont know if that suppose to be inside or not.

I tried to stick it but doesnt want to. What do you think about this ?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] aybarrap1:
There is another one exactly like that one on the bottom of the case in the same position as well. It is immediately to the right of the charging port. That is probably the one you don't see because that is the piece. That is one of the two ports for the microphones (one on top and bottom).

If it does not want to stick back in you can always contact lifeproof. They are pretty good with their warranty and response times from what I have read and seen. And with Otterbox being the owner, I am sure this will continue due to the brand name expectations (Otterbox has always been prompt with me in the past with minimal fuss or questions).
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bitpie:
Thx i found it. When i saw on the top i forgot about everything else and focus on this one.

So i pressed back and is stick there but dont know if enough. This thing is in right place pressed by phone and dont think its gonna move.

You think i should contact lifeproof or its not that important and if is already there should be fine ?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] aybarrap1:
You really have nothing to lose by contacting them. They will either tell you it is normal or offer to replace your case.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] compro01:
Look at the other end of the case. There's an identical microphone port at the bottom next to the charge port.

EDIT : nevermind. aybarrap1 beat me to it.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] gangpe:
Thanks for the info. I was considering the Obex holster with padding, but then I started looking around for something I have that could work. If you have one of the Griffin Survivor cases , the belt clip can be used if you keep the screen out. It locks the phone in place securely (at least I haven't run into any issues yet, and I usually keep the phone clipped to my side pocket). I'll have to post some pics later when I have a camera handy...
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bx10r:
Ok just got my new case replacement. Now bestbuy has offered to exchange the nuud for the fre. I personally feel safer wit the fre but was wonderi g if i can get some input before the exchange. They didnt have the fre when. My nuud was purchased but do now. Input anyone?
[Galaxy S III Accessories] compro01:
What sort of input are you wanting?

Regarding screen sensitivity (presumably the only reason to choose between them), using my Fre, the screen appears to be just as sensitive as it was with my ghost armour protector on it.
[Galaxy S III Accessories] bx10r:
Looking to see which will protect me better? Screen protector or no protector
[Galaxy S III Accessories] compro01:
I would personally say the Fre would protect better, as there's one less thing to go wrong.