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[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Impuls3101:
For some reason my slim armor case decided to show up today over a month after I ordered it and cancelled it for the neohybrid case. Well I am actually glad that it did. I was starting to find the bumper on the neohybrid to be kind of slippery and hard to hold in one position. I have the white bumper and I was going to look into getting a different color to maybe fix the problem but the slim armor case has solved it for me.

Slim Armor Review

Pros:

-In Landscape mode your hands are against rubber so its easier to hold.

-Volume/power buttons are rubber so they don't have that floating feeling (The whole case feels more solid)

-The case lays better in your hand because its a smooth tranistion where the bumper would be on the NH case. The plastic wraps around to the front of the screen.

- The case is 2mm thicker .. it has 4 tiny feet that lift the case up so its not laying right on the plastic (all other dimensions are the same)

- The Plastic back is easy to grip .. still shiny but it feels like it might have a different top coat to prevent slippage (could also be the color White N.H. vs Black S.A.)

- All of the mic/sensor holes are slightly bigger . I had a problem getting the Amazon usb 3.0 cable into the NH but the SA can flex to accommodate the large cable.

Cons:

-Finger Print magnet .. Just putting on the case it was covered with smudges

-Not sure if the Neo Hybrids bumper is better for drops because it wraps all the way around the phone. The Rubber is denser but it might still flex into the phone if dropped.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Radukk:
Just got gold color one delivered earlier today, amazon. Mine has super tight fit... make sure both part lined up properly. Only complaint is buttons. Unlike GS4 neo hybrid, this one has loooooossssseeeey buttons. No problem for regular usage but still... ugh
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] bkdodger:
Here's my pics (I'm sure we have enough lol)

N3 tapa
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] YungMage:
The Metal slate is best color. I have soul black too but it feels more plastic than slate. Slate also attracts way less finger print and isn't as slippery. The Slate color feels like it is metal idk why but it does.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] djrysk:
Received my metal slate neo case today ordered it on Amazon on Monday night and received it today.I love this case a bit slippery, fits snug and damn looks sexy on my black Note 3! Very happy!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Mwinggg:
heres my gold with black note 3
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] theorioles33:
I actually ordered a couple of the knock off hybrids off eBay. Thats too funny that HYBRID is spelled HYBIRID. I didnt even see that. The pics also show that there is no cutout for the speaker! LOL! Oh well. They were only about $6 bucks. I also have the real thing from Spigen in silver. I also have the armor in blue. I dont have a camera to show any pics though.I was hoping to swap the different color bands from the knock offs. I ordered a yellow and a red. We'll see how they fit anyways. Oh well.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] moot1:
Just got my case, it's one week late. It fits really well, but makes my phone pretty bulky. I've gotten too used to not having a case. :(

Looks great though!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
Well they shipped my champagne gold neo hybrid a lot sooner than expected. It was supposed to ship November 1st but it shipped earlier n it says it's been processed through USPS sort facility so I'm guessing they shipped it ahead of the expected ship date
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] flipq88:
I'm still waiting for my uag pre order, was supposed to ship this week but they had some difficulties so they won't be shipping for another week.

Really thinking of buying the neo hybrid. I knkw it doesn't have much lip on the front, but how deep is the camera on the back? Is it decent enough to protect it from drops? Any pics of it would be great.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] volumenn:
beautiful :victory:
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] outkast22:
I have the red one right now. The case is not grippy and kind of slippery. I'm waiting for my UAG Scout to arrive. I'll probably put this one on Craigslist.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] zmore:
Returned my silver NeoHybrid today.

Mini-review:

- way too slippery

- cheap buttons wobble around

- sides buldge out

- took 3 weeks to be delivered

Love my much cheaper and gripper leather Caseology more, even though it doesn't LOOK as "high end". Might end up keeping it when my Incipio DualPro arrives too.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Yowler:
Got my silver one on Monday, really like this case. Doesn't add a lot of bulk and fits great, they even delivered it a week before they said they would.

I like not having the phone rest on the camera module anymore when it's on its back, and the back is nice and grippy.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] oneandroidnut:
i bought both for note 3. i had neo for s4 and loved it. heard good things about slim armor so i figured i would try it out as well. looks sharp
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] RaptorMD:
Using a glass screen protector is just like going naked on your screen and the S-pen will work just the same.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] RaptorMD:
I actually had the Neo-Hybrid and S-View Slim Armor cases on my GS4 and ordered both for my GN3. I like both the Neo-Hybrid and Slim Armor this time (no slim armor view on the GN3 is being planned which is DIAPPOINTING). I can say both are slim, light and fit very well. It just depends on what you want the cases to do for you. The Neo-Hybrid has a TPU type body with a plastic frame so you get a bit more grip compared to the Slim Armor which is glossy backing. Still a solid shock absorbing case.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] stang9779:
I'm coming from an Otterbox Defender case on GN2 I would like to know more about Spigen. The glass screen protector sounds cool. Does it work in conjunction with their cases? Both installed at the same time.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cwalker0906:
Does that plastic frame stay on tight or is it loose
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] mrlaigle:
Stays on nice and tight. I had it on my s4 for 4 or 5 months and always took it off to swap batteries. Never had a problem.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Us3Less:
As long as your glass SP is from SGP , it will fit nicely with any of their cases . However , some friends did say it doesn't fit for their flip cases but I cant be sure as I dont like flip cases and never use them
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] elesjuan:
Am I missing something or have they not added the glass SP to the site yet? Went to order case and glass SP however can't seem to locate SP...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Us3Less:
I couldn't find it in the site as well but there are pre-orders from Amazon . Here is 1 example

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DD5TWXK/?tag=viglink121875-20
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] DMax99:
What's the difference between the tR and t glass screen protector versions? Is the tR tougher or scratch resistant? Thanks
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] N*E*R*D:
Am I the only one that noticed that the price jumped up on these Neo Hybrids?

Just yesterday they were 29.99 from Amazon and even on Ebay

Now they're at 34.99 and even the Slim ones jumped from 24.99 to 29.99

Tell me Im not crazy here :confused:
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] stang9779:
I believe the R is for rounded corners. They are said to resist drops better. Due to shape and being tempered.

---------- Post added at 10:01 AM ---------- Previous post was at 09:26 AM ----------

When I ordered late yesterday evening I noted the same thing. The Spigen's website had the cheapest pricing and Amazon was higher. I wish Spigen was taking pre orders for their products.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Us3Less:
SGP Case already ready for shipping ?

Made a purchase yesterday and today , got a notification item has been shipped with tracking number . :confused::confused:

I thought it's not ready for shipping yet and on pre-order ? Anyway , for sure it's a good news . :fingers-crossed:
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] DMax99:
So the round corner will be a better choice? But the note 3 screen doesn't look like it has round corners. Does that mean the corners won't be fully covered?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] c-mack:
Estimated Delivery date is in NOV??? :eek: and $13 for shipping... thats pretty steep... and a very long wait. what do you plan to do in the mean time from OCT to mid NOV?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Us3Less:
It's ebay , their delivery to my place is always the maximum time . Takes around a week to two to reach my place from US
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] c-mack:
okay gotcha... not in the US.... i was getting ready to order a different case.... thanks for the quick reply...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] RaptorMD:
I noticed the price jump as well now. Glad I got my Neo-Hybrid for $1 when I had the chance from Amazon.com. I also got free shipping on my order and its shipping from Spigen directly, but opted for the 2-3 day delivery upgrade so I could get it sooner.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] sactownsav:
Just ordered the neo hybrid knockoff from china for 6 bucks, ill post a short review once I have a chance to play with it..
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] stang9779:
I believe it would still be the shape of the phone. Just not have square edges on the glass.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] d3f1ant:
I got a red one, fits perfectly and looks superb. I feel like it would cope with being dropped. My old S2 has had several nasty drops and always survived with a Neo so had no hesitation to try one for the note. The new case feels much stronger than the the old S2 one did. Both the plastic frame and rubber inserts are much thicker. Took a week to arrive from Spigens eBay store, despite them saying it would take arrive till mid November.

Does anybody know if this will still fit over the genuine wireless charging enabled back cover? I read somewhere the Qi backs are very slightly thicker.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] LeoCFZ:
They seemed to have released a new champagne gold neo hybrid. Anybody know if there is going to be a gold Slim Armor?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] randpost:
All my Spigen case are in now. They are all decent cases. Not worth the wait though. Not buy Spigen for my next phone. May be boycott them for next 2 phones.

At 13.95, the white slim armor is the best case of the three overall.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] tenshiru:
bought the red for my note 3. i wasn't sure i like it and bought another slimmer case for it. the other day, i was at target and accidentally dropped my phone from the height of the shopping cart. it hardly made any noise hitting the floor. it landed on the side and fell forward (screen down). there was no damage to the case and my phone is fine. i have to admit that since then, i've come to really like this case and am glad i have it on.

coming from the ultra slim snap on back covers, this one definitely feels thicker and bulkier but not by much. it still looks great but i kind of expected that from all the photos. i love the protection too so i'll continue using it. :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] llfloyd79:
Loving my new Spigen. I ordered it Monday 10/21 and received it Friday 10/25. Didn't expect it to come that fast.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] llfloyd79:
Forgot to add pics.

Posted via my Samsung Galaxy Note® 3
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] llfloyd79:
Another pic

Posted via my Samsung Galaxy Note® 3
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] kitsunisan:
I'm planning on ordering the official Hybrid case, but one issue I'm having with the knockoff has me a bit concerned. I have a belt holster, and a lot of times when I'm sitting down or leaning forward the top of the holster will press against the side of the phone pressing the power button down, causing it to reboot. The problem is that just pressing on the top side of the bumper is enough to hit the power button, so it's easy to do. Does anyone with a belt holster have this problem with the official one?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] fredrick1213:
Could you post a face up picture? I'd love to see how the white Note 3 looks with this Gold Neo Hybrid
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] wilflare:
i'm inching closer and closer to getting this. gah
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] unitea:
all these beautiful pictures an still none of the yellow version :(
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cmjkxa:
I posted my yellow case a few pages ago. I'll post more.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cmjkxa:
Here ya go.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] unitea:
thank you so much, i really appreciate it.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Kobe_No_Means_No:
I'm surprised this doesn't get mentioned more. I returned mine because the USB 3.0 port is inaccessible by Amazon cables (usb 2.0 and usb 3.0), I imagine there must be more cables incompatible with this case. Without putting the plastic piece on it's fine, but once the plastic piece goes on the plugs get blocked. I do have cables that work with this case, but most of my cables are from Amazon Basic since they make very good cables, and those don't work with this case.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] tw1n5nak35:
It looks real nice in yellow and silver.

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[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] bkdodger:
I'm on my second day ..This case will definitely be my DD. .and it feels less slippery already ...

N3 tapa
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ceftriaxone:
Ordered metal slate yesterday, but then realized that I like white more :) Wrote email to them, hope they will change the package :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] maurilax:
Shave the plastic down on the cables and its fine
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] gnik luap:
Another review for those on the fence.

Spigen Neo Hybrid, Metal Slate, $25 from Spigen via Amazon

Shipping was a bit slow, 11days from order to delivery.

This thing is beautiful. If appearance is important, it's worth the cost.

Size is great, no larger than the bumper.

Protection level seems good, the screen & camera are protected & in a normal drop it feels like the phone will be well protected.

Grip & comfort are only OK. The back is a little slick compared to the OEM back, and the edges feel more square than I prefer.

Function was OK, but the buttons actually seemed to press too easily with the case on, this will cause the screen to wake in your pocket and use more power. The buttons are open on the sides, so dust & grit can get between the case & phone easily

Fit was sort of OK. You need to double check that the outer frame is pressed into place. I followed the directions on the package, phone into rubber liner, the put the frame on. I've read that others put the phone into the preassembled frame/liner combo, but don't get the point.

The thing that makes me not want to use it is the way the soft TPU or rubber liner flexes along the sides, I think that will rub at the edges of the screen protector and cause it to lift.

I can see why some will love it, but IMHO it's not good enough, and if I got it from the Spigen site at $10 more I'd be even less impressed.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] krelvinaz:
You didn't have it seated properly. If the color rim part is not seated properly, it will bulge and the buttons can be a bit loose.

It is slippery and until I added some feet to the back could be hard to pick up from a table when sitting on its back.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] hardahmed:
Just received my neo hybrid metal slate...which I ordered on 7th October. Will post pictures once I get it on the note 3..
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] hardahmed:
Here are the pics of the case...fits perfectly. .buttons are fine too..just one thing if you keep taking your phone on and off the case..the bumper might deform or break overtime...Overall it's a sleek case, glad I got the metal slate, doesn't feel like plastic nor slippery. ?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MANswers:
Received it yesterday, love the case... was worth the wait, although i did not appreciate the fact that inspite of the long wait, SPiGen used usps from california to ship.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] tw1n5nak35:
I just ordered my satin silver spigen neo hybrid case. I'll post with pics when it arrives :D

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[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ukic:
Is this case slippery?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] hardahmed:
Don't know about the other colors...but metal slate has a nice finish and the back matte finished smooth TPU. Doesn't feel slippery.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] a3plew:
Does anyone use any seido belt holsters or any other brands of holsters with the neo hybrid? I want a holster bad!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] AssassinsLament:
My seidio surface holster does not fit my neo hybrid. The seidio active might, but I don't have it so I am not sure.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] moot1:
Is there a way I can by the coloured shells? I bought this in slate, and decided I wanted yellow instead.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] BlueChris:
Me 2 I want to know also
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Spazmogen:
Thanks for the suggestion. I just bought the Neo Hybrid in champagne with the glass screen protector bundle. It will look a tad more business like than an Otterbox attached to it; better for those days when I am forced to wear a suit & tie.

Shipping to Canada, so I am sure it will take at least 4 weeks to arrive. I hope I don't drop it in the meantime.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] bkdodger:
I found it at first but totally feels perfect to me now ..

I have the silver one and Love this case ..

N3 tapa
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] platinumrims:
Would also like to know lol
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] notee:
Just email them?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] BlueChris:
I just found a deal in eBay.uk and got a final Red one for 16 bucks http://www.ebay.com/itm/SPIGEN-Neo-Hybrid-Series-Case-Samsung-Note-3-/141097554246?var= But offer is gone now and it was originals without packaging, I hope is nothing fake... Anyway I will see when I get it
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] P2o8wer:
Satin silver. Ordered oct.14th..just got it today.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] platinumrims:
They don't email back. I emailed them a little over a week ago asking if I could purchase a satin, yellow, and white one. No response.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] P2o8wer:
I don't know why it only posted one pic.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] tw1n5nak35:
Very nice..just waiting for mine to arrive

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[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] AdzUK:
Looks very nice that, I prefer that colour over all the others so I've just placed an order for this tonight. :good:

Next up: Moga Pro gamepad and an external battery pack...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] notee:
try their twitter account
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] hardahmed:
Just received iloome screenmate flex glass..fits perfectly with the neo hybrid case...Loving the case and the glass..its only 0.12mm thick...installation went smooth but was a slow and precise process.

Also note the first few days of using the case the back got dirty I mean the smooth back collected finger prints and dust.. By using dishwasher liquid u can easily remove the dirt making it look spanking new and smooth again...FYI ?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] hardahmed:
Good choice.. metal slate bumper doesn't look or feel cheap. I think only silver and the metal slate looks premium. Other colors looks plasticky. Anything better than Mona Pro?..
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Southern_mind:
Can you post pictures comparing the two slim armor and the neo hybrid?

Thanks

Sent from my VZW Galaxy Note 3
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] CraigAmey:
Spigen are something else. My UltraFit case which was 'In Stock' at Amazon (but fulfilled by Spigen) took 2 days from the time I placed the order until it showed as 'Package has left seller facility and is in transit to carrier'. Then 2 more days to get to 'Package arrived at a carrier facility' and an unbelievable four days before delivery. I say unbelievable because this is going from Irvine CA to San Jose CA.

Compare that to this cable on ebay ...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/280819230976?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

which arrived only one day after the order was placed. Seriously I've gotten packages from Hong Kong that arrived in the time it takes Spigen to process an order.

Now to add insult to injury my Neo Hybrid (Gold) that I ordered via Amazon on 10/20 has been showing 'In Stock' all day yet there is no sign of any activity on my order. They must have to try really hard to be this hopeless, it can't come naturally.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] LeoCFZ:
Received my Gold Neo Hybrid. An decent case overall, but I would prefer it to have a higher lip. The buttons are extremely loose, but I have had no problems with it automatically turning on or shutting off. The headphone port is a decent size. With the S-View case, both my Bose and my Beats headphones did not fit all the way in. With the Neo Hybrid, the opening is barely big enough for my Bose, but a tad too deep for my Beats. The Beats does have a rather slim L jack though so it was expected. The plastic ring is sort of loose fitting, as I can squeeze the sides in. The Neo Hybrid is definitely an attractive case, especially when paired with my black note. :cyclops:
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] randpost:
Its dark and lighting isn't good but here are a few pics.

The Slim armor is a thicker case (depth-wise) and the corners are overall more protected that the Neo Hybrid. The Slim armor also feels a bit more bulky in the hand, but in a good way. Both cases are slick (slippery?). The Slim Armor has little feet on the back at the four corners keeping the plastic shell from scratching on surfaces. This slight lift also makes the Slim Armor easier to pick up off a counter or surface. The Neo looks slightly better according to my tastes, but it doesn't outweigh the practical positives of the Slim Armor case. Finally, white is a pretty good choice for the black note 3 for either case since Samsung opted for white accessories. It just fits.

I apologize for the pictures. My 2 year old likes to photobomb.

Added some Ultrafit pics since the case is a good option if you only want scratch protection and a thin profile.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] tererai:
Below is my Spigen Neo Hybrid and the Spigen Glass Tr screen protector applied. They both fit perfectly. To apply I removed my case first and put the jelly bean button that comes with the screen protector, the colours I got were white, gold/orange and black. After applying the button I then applied my screen protector then gently put the case on by putting the rubber first then the plastic red shell. All works well, air gestures, spen nothing amiss, looks beautiful and so fluid, cant believe i have been using plastic screen protectors all this time
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] piats:
Cheers mate! I got same cases for my black note but neo hybrid is also infinity white. You said exactly my same thoughts. I feel neo hybrid case has a bit loose buttons. Buttons responsive is still good.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] heroics_fantasy:
Hi everyone.

I search a good case and the neo hybrid seems to be the best for me.

But i'm scared that my Shure se215 is not compatible with the earphones connectir hole of the case...

Is someone has a Shure with this case ?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Mwinggg:
i cut a small piece of electrical tape amd stick it on the inner side of the button and now buttons feel more solid
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Tny35:
Hi randpost, where do you buy the support for PS3 joypad??

Thank you!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] KnightUK:
Just got my Neo Hybrid Slate, checks out to be real according to that little black piece of paper and using the spigens site to check it.

But im not happy with the fit of the case itself - in the top right corner theres that cut out in the TPU, well when its all assembled on the phone this part isnt secured and moves away from the bumper looking very messy and unfinished, almost flaps open and away from it - very hard to describe but im hoping theres something ive missed when assembling the case on the phone (not hard to do).

Edit- and the bumper doesnt seem to fit tightly on the sides, if you press on it you can move it in, like its loose or something (wondering if its fake myself although it checked out).

Bought from spigen.co.uk.