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[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] jedimyndtryx:
Just got my Note 3 on Monday from an S4. I had a Spigen Slim Armor and the aluminum button with the Invisible Shield Extreme protector on my S4. I liked it. Felt much better than the Commuters I've had on all my iPhones. Definitely going glass this time for the Note...but man it feels so nice in your hand that its almost hard to put a case on it. More scared of scratching the camera and flash when I set it down. I'll probably give the Slim Armor a try. Thank you to everyone for their photos and experiences!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] keynith:
If your side bumper is loose it isnt attached right. Make sure it is inserted where the power/volume buttons are. I simply pulled the side outwards and it lined up correctly, and then let go and it was snuggly inserted
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Th3_Dud3:
I got my Red Spigen neo hybrid today. Ordered it on 8 October. Got it on 30 October. I'm really happy with it. Tight fit and good quality
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
I ordered the champagne gold. I ordered on the 25th. Was told it wouldn't ship til the 1st. But the same day I got an email from Spigen that it has shipped and I got it on the 28th. The expected delivery date was between the 4th and 7th. I'm glad to see Spigen picking up the pace. Got it a week earlier than they said I would
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] craigels:
I got my satin silver case today I'm surprised at how slippery the case is I love e the look of it on the phone took 2 or 3 tries to get it on correctly. Also anyone else this it adds a lot of weight to the phone?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] bkdodger:
I don't find it heavy ..also I felt it was slippery when I first put it on ..I was coming from a gel case as well which didn't help but make it feel even more ..After a few days and normal use I think it's not so slippery to me ..it really goes well with the phone and I also got the silver as you ...

N3 tapa
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] tw1n5nak35:
Satin silver neo hybrid case will arrive monday and will prolly order the infinty white case or the black soul slim armor after the next paycheck.

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy JuggerNote3 using Xparent Skyblue Tapatalk2
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Eric618:
My Spigen Neo-Hybrid case for my GS4 broke a few days ago. The hard plastic frame just snapped in half at the thin sections where the USB plug goes. The phone was never dropped, and the case was in perfect shape, other than the break, of course.

I emailed Spigen, twice, and sent them pictures of the broken case, twice. I never even heard back! The case was originally bought directly from them (was def. not a knockoff), and they can't even write me back!!

I ended up replacing the case with a Neo-Hybrid knockoff from eBay, and it appears much more sturdy... And it was less than $20 delivered!!! I clearly shouldn't have switched to Spigen cases, with their Fragile materials and nonexistent customer support. Never again will I buy their overpriced garbage.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] tw1n5nak35:
I saw as well on ebay that the knockoff case was $15 but I was unsure of it. I will do some drop testing when my sating silver arrives.

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy JuggerNote3 using Xparent Skyblue Tapatalk2
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] sendmarksmail:
How does the Champagne Gold look? Any pictures?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MeridianSun:
I've got a neo hybrid in red that I've used since launch day on Verizon that I'm selling for $20 shipped in the lower 48. It's in perfect shape and it comes with the original box. It was purchased from Amazon. Let me know if you are interested. I'm switching to the spigen slim while in waiting on otterbox to get their act together.

Sent from my Note 3
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] xXJay_RXx:
I'll post pics in the morning when I get home from work :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] cfrp:
another Spigen Neo Hybrid Slate review to add to the masses.

Ordered mine through amazon. Took forever to get here.

I love the slate color. It is a bit tricky to put on and have it seat properly. If the bumper doesnt seat properly over the case the buttons or bumper will bulge.

I find that installing the case with the bumper already on the case helps. I just insert the top half with the buttons in first and push/gently force the rest of the phone in.

I don't think its too slippery. It offers decent protection considering the slimness of the case. No complaints there.

In slate the phone looks original. Most of my coworkers dont even know I had a case on the phone until I told them. I do find that if your hands happen to be oily from food that the back of the case might stain. It does take some kind of cleaner to remove the oil stains.

Its an attractive case - no regrets.

I purchased a fake one while waiting for the authentic to arrive. Fake neo hybrid was bigger and bulkier. Heavier. Had no mic or speaker cutouts. Buttons didn't work properly (had to shave them down on the inside)

I'd go for the real thing. 10x better quality.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] piats:
Yes tape really fixed this case xD I really like the look of this case but with this quality I would not order another neo hybrid. Slim Armor feels more solid.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Jfree3000:
There are pictures already posted one or two pages back.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] AdzUK:
Received my Neo Hybrid case today, overall I'm happy with it.

Pros:

Looks great

Quality feel

Good protection

Cons:

Adds bulk

Slippery

Price
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] xChris76:
Hi this case looks amazing and with many positive reviews I would like to get one to give it a try. I am stuck between either getting the satin silver or the slate metal. Which color would you guys prefer?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] lm that guy:
Someone should perform a drop test with this case on :cool: I don't see any on YouTube
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] JoSway:
Champagne Gold!

Just got my champagne gold case, i love it! Check out the pics...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] casawimill:
Take my advice and buy the spigen slim armor....I bought them both too compare and you're right the buttons are cheap and it's not that "quality" protection. But the slim armor is amazing and had excellent button tactile to plus it's cheaper. I got the metal slate
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] YungMage:
I have the Spigen Slim Armor in Slate and the Neo Hybrid in Champagne. I love both the slim armor more. However I'll keep both the slim armor for best protection while looking premium and the neo for when going to office conference or something formal and extravagant because it adds more pinaché. The Neo is way slimmer than Slim. Neo barely adds and bulk to back and slight mm to side. So if you're wanting slimmer profile go neo. However beware the back holds on to your oily finger prints.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] asimoalex:
So are these as non fitting as everyone says in the amazon reviews ?

Because I'm still on the fence. Whether I should buy this or the slim armor just all the reviews about the shipping and customer service are kinda scaring me away
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] piats:
Well I would say yes. I fixed my Neo Hybrid with tape. My opinion is that Neo Hybrid looks better but it's expensive. Slim Armor adds more bulky but fits really well with the phone and price is better.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MiXoLoGiSt:
I got the Spigen Neo Hybrid in today and I'm not impressed. It looks awesome but it definitely adds more bulk than my Diztronic case, and the Spigen is WAY more slippery than the Diztronic. Overall I think this case is going back to Amazon.

Sent from my Galaxy Note 3
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] YungMage:
They fit. Put it on as one piece.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] HZNBRG:
Well after two long weeks, mine showed up.

Some thoughts:

- build quality is worth the $30 spent. Not a penny more, though. The packaging alone is very premium.

- hole cutouts are precise (mics, speaker, IR, s pen) and centered perfectly.

- regarding the in-hand slickness, at first.. yes. However after several hours of use and a nice layer of oiliness, its manageable. OEM is definitely less slick.

- size. With the neo hybrid on, I am at my limits (average size hands). I would not be able to wield anything larger. Granted this case has a very slim profile, it adds a significant "bulk". I should note though, I've never used a case on any of my previous phones. This probably has a lot to do with my feelings regarding bulk.

- s pen access. Getting out is rather comfortable. The cut out helps with guiding your finger to the slot. Conversely, due to the case not being flush with the end of the pen, inserting the s pen back in the slot will take a little getting used to. I find myself "poking" at the the pens tip to insert it all the way. Nothing too major.

Buttons. There's been discussion of the power button being too loose. Yes. Even the volume buttons, too. The fix to this issue is to cut out pieces of electric tape and add two layers atop the back of buttons. This makes them feel very clicky now.

Lastly, the issue of the right side of the case not fitting snug is accurate. I also have a fix to this. I used a strip of thin double-sided tape and stuck it to the inner side of the plastic case. The tape I'm using isn't super sticky so separating the plastic part of the case from the rubber part isn't a problem. It just takes a more gentle touch.

Alright, this response is getting a little long. All in all, very pleased w this neo hybrid.. 8.5/10

On to the pictures!
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] HZNBRG:
Heres a couple more close ups..
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] MeridianSun:
Still got a red one for sale $20 shipped.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] stanglifemike:
Sucks to hear about the fitment issues and buttons being loose! I would expect more from Spigen! Oh well, I'm happy with my Spigen Bounce and Diztronic TPU. Spigen nailed it with the Bounce case. Also just bought the Samsung S-View case at my local Best Buy today. I'm liking the S-View case a LOT more than I expected to!!

Oh, an thanks for the pics of the white GN3 in the satin silver color of this case. That's the exact setup I wanted to see! That's the color of this case I once considered, not so much after reading all of your reviews! I appreciate all of your opinions guys!

SwiftKey'ed from my White Sprint Note 3 via XDA Premium
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] krelvinaz:
A co-worker got the black Bounce model, I have the Red Neo Hybrid. Comparing the two, his is actually thinner, shorter and closer to the phone form than the Neo Hybrid I have. it is also much more grippy.

I ordered one the other day and should have it by Monday.

I like the look of the Neo Hybrid, but not the slippery sides and now compared to the Bounce, it is more bulky as well.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] bkdodger:
I've heard nothing but great reviews about the Bounce... I might get one ..I actually just love the way my Neo fits ...I bought a Diztronic for those slim feel days ..if anyone is looking for slim it's not bad either ...good grip ..

N3 tapa
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] @rbiter:
The bounce is bulky. Diztronics tpu is great and let's you enjoy the slimness of your phone. But Samsung needs to get on the balls and release their own cases. S-view just doesn't work for me.

sent from my sm-9005.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ukic:
Bounce is bulky coz when you drop your phone, it will literally bounce.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] krelvinaz:
My Bounce arrived today and I put it on the phone which had up to this time had a Neo Hybrid on it.

Lighter

Little more slender

Lot more grippy.

The phone now feels slimmer, and I am more confident picking it up because it is no longer slick on the sides like the Neo Hybrid was.

It's not as "pretty looking" but it looks like it will do the job well.

Now sporting a Spigen Bounce for my Note 3
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] gordonzhao:
In case anyone is also wondering about the plastic bumpers, buying more. I received an email from them today and they said they aren't selling them separately (because we're not using iPhones -- my thought) but they are 'considering my interest in it.'
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] platinumrims:
Least they email you back. I just want most of the colors. :( hopefully they start doing it when the phone isn't so new
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Archaenon:
I got both the bounce and slim armor, my neo hybrid seems to be lost in transit.

So far I had the Slim Armor on for about 5 hours, the outer shell is asking for a smack to the ground with 0 grip imo. The bounce case is perfect and fits perfectly with my black sliding holster. So far I vote the bounce best spigen model for the N3, hopefully I'll get my hybrid this year.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] rawdikrik:
I just got my Neo today and I dont know how to feel about it.

It does LOOK nice, and the fit is really good...

but it feels way bigger than it has to be. I mean, I went from a note 2 to a note 3, and was amazed at how much thinner and lighter this phone was.

That is all out the window now with this case on. I feel as if it is twice as thick and just unnecessarily bulky.

Looks like im going to get one of those bear bumper things and see how that goes.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] mrlaigle:
Had the neo for the last few weeks and just got the Slim Armor over the weekend. Big fan of neo hybrid but this case is so close to beating it. Lol
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] tdoughone:
Can you post numerous pics please
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] YungMage:
I have both too and can't decide which I like best
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ukic:
Same reason I have been using bear motion bumper :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] krelvinaz:
There are some in this thead:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2487057&highlight=spigen+bounce

I need to pull out my other phone or camera to take pics of it with the phone.

One surprise is that the rubber buttons for volume and power actually are very positive click like, not mushy at all. No color (I got black) like the Neo Hybrid, but size, slimness, more importantly the ability to grip it good.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] CraigAmey:
Cable Compatibility

I got my champagne Neo Hybrid finally and overall happy with it but getting cables that fit is a bit of a problem so I thought I'd start a discussion of cables that actually fit (and don't fit) through the ports.

Pass

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OEM Samsung USB 3.0 cable (White)

Samsung MHL 1.0 adapter (but useless since it needs 5-11 pin adapter)

Monoprice Premium Slim USB 2.0 cable

Fail

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Monoprice OTG cable

ebay Premium USB 3.0 cable (Blue)

Samsung 5-11 pin adapter

Samsung MHL 2.0 adapter

Pretty much any headphone plug I tried.

I was able to make my Shure E3C headphones fit by trimming back about 3mm from the plug. The problem is that the case doesn't allow the plug to push in far enough to make reliable connection.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] wasty1:
The best case by far.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] rawdikrik:
I just worry that the BM Bumper is cheapy looking. On such a fancy device, i dont want to make it look like a walmart special.

Why cant someone make those fancy aluminum bumpers out of something else that doesnt block the signal?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] ukic:
There were photos posted somewhere and they don't look cheap at all...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] idle0095:
I have the gold color for my Note 3 and I love it. I wish they made a holster like Seidio does.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Jfree3000:
Man these guys really do suck at shipping, why the hell do they say its shipped but the tracking number doesn't come back to diddly squat? Ordered from Amazon and the original est. was between the 6th and the 10th, now its the 13th. Man I see why everyone is hating on these guys, I get stuff from China faster than that..............

Hopefully it comes early but damn Spigen get it together.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] lm that guy:
Is the package coming via USPS? They usually are behind when it comes to shipping updates and estimates. I recieved 2 packages from spigen in 3 days both times, which is average for me.

I had a package shipped Thursday . Nothing showed up all weekend. And today it somehow ended up in my state and it's being delivered today
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] krelvinaz:
Mine was ordered on a Sunday and arrived on a Wed. USPS...
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Jfree3000:
I'll keep my fingers crossed, but their communication is terrible.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] neonsector:
I second that, I love the looks of the case but its very slippery and it adds way too much bulk.

I can palm the note 3 without a case on and touch my thumb with my middle finger and have room to spear and with the case on there is a 1/4 inch gap between my fingers.

That's a lot of bulk.

I have mixed feelings about this case, its like watching your mother in law going down a cliff in your brand new Porsche.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] wally3614:
Ordered mine Thursday evening off amazon and it is at my local po waiting for tomorrow delivery.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] idle0095:
I always order through amazon. Never buy from there website. It sucks and takes forever to get. They have a 3 to 5 day order processing. WTH is that.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] orphagn:
Do you have the white phone? Any chance you could get a picture if it is? I'm thinking about getting the case in gold as well.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] HappyPessimist:
Ordered my Slate case from Amazon on Saturday and it arrived today. It took me two tries to get it on just right. Definitely like the case but it does add more bulk than I would have liked. Makes my Note feel more like a brick now. I don't feel it is any more or less slick than the naked phone
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Jedoy:
I have received my raventen yellow hybrid case today and was a little disappointed about the loose frame on the power button side =(. It looks and feels super nice but it's really annoying when I press the power button and I feel the frame being pushed also. Yes the buttons were loose but I used the put a tape behind it tip to make it fine. I love the color thought and I feel that I have bumblebee's cell phone.

Man that lose frame.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] krelvinaz:
Make sure the frame is seated properly. If it is not, it will bulge a bit.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Jedoy:
It is. I've check every side slowly to make sure. The frame is not super loose or anything just that you can see the frame sticking out a little bit behind the power button, that you cal feel move if you press. The other sides are solid and great. Worse comes to worse, I'll super glue it carefully :highfive:

This is my first expensive case and I think it's good overall.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] jneffekt:
I've got the same issue with my case. You can feel some give near the middle of the frame on the power button side. Not sure if this was just a QC issue or if i messed up the frame while putting my phone in.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] YungMage:
You both messed up. I had some give above power button so I reinserted phone and now it is solid. Do it as one piece not 2.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Jedoy:
I didn't mess up. I did put the case with the frame already in it. No changes there
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] YungMage:
Took me 4 tries before it felt snug. I don't know what I did different but now there's no give.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] jteran5:
I had the neo hybrid for two weeks. Did not like on the first day through the 14th day that I owned it. I tried installing it as one piece and as two pieces. I could never get the upper-right, front-corner to sit properly. It is so thin and the frame would never "sit" on it correctly no matter how I installed it. There were times when I could get to sit only for it to come out later on.

The frame itself always felt like there was a little play. And the buttons always felt loose. I should not have to make any adjustments such as putting tape on the inside or anything of the sort if I am paying for a $20+ premium case.

I was not happy with at all. Spigen makes great cases and glass protectors but they dropped the ball on this one.

I returned it and picked up the Slim Armor. The difference was like night and day. Frame was secure. Rubber housing felt perfect. Buttons have no play and feel "tight". The whole case feels secure as opposed to the neo hybrid which felt like if I were to drop it, that frame would brake in 3 pieces. On the website it has it as "Hybrid Material: Elite Protection" where the neo hybrid is only "Protection". The slim armor feels like it should be worth more than the neo hybrid. The front of the slim armor feels as if the rubber covers the edges a tiny bit more and feel a little thicker so placing it face down would never be a problem. I like how the back of the slim armor has the tiny feet or pegs so my back is not resting on the table and will deter scratches.

I ordered both in Metal Slate as the slim armor ones looked like it had a very glossy look to the back. The metal slate looked sturdier and less glossy. With the glass tr and the slim armor case, my phone is gorgeous and I feel comfortable knowing that it is well protected.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] wally3614:
Just got mine...honestly not impressed for $30 what so ever. They would have been better off making this a bumper. There is no doubt play on the right power side. Power button is sloppy though it works perfectly. The play and bulge isn't huge but the left volume side is tight from top to bottom. Right side has play. And it doesn't in any way feel premium. Seriously disappointed not what people hyped it up to be. At all. It doesn't add bulkiness in my opinion at all. And it's not about putting it on wrong. I put it in as a one piece that's irrelevant it simply has play on power button side. It's like I wanna glue it together or something. Thinking about sending it back.

Btw i have no screen protectors on my screen which I'm sure would complicate seating
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] jal3223:
I agree with the slim armor having zero grip. If they had a matt finish version I would definitely get one.

What holster do you have that is compatible with the Bounce case? Can you post a link or pics? Thanks.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Archaenon:
I hated the case part (it was open on both ends exposing the silver), but the holster is a perfect fit for the bounce.Nice and snug too, I'm not afraid of it falling out and dropping my phone. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FWLOFI0/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I just got my infinity white neo today, and it fits as well. I ordered a white version of the same maxboost case to match my white neo. I'll try and take pics soon.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] jal3223:
Awesome, thanks! I notice the sides of the neo is made of what looks like the same material as the back of the slim armor. Does it seem as slippery?
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] YungMage:
You need to reinsert it. I had to do mine 4 times. First time volume side was loose second and third was power side. Screen protector doesn't matter. Had Spigen glass Tr and then iLoome 9H and no complications
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] wally3614:
I don't need to reinsert it...it is loose on the right side...it's Def not rocket science lol. I am a general contractor so i definitely get how to put things together. There is a small gap on the middle right side ... it's design flaw not install flaw.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Archaenon:
It's the same material as the white slim, but it's less slippery due to the black not being the same material. It's hands down better then the slim armor. I have a feeling the slate is probably the best texture and grip wise with the slim armor but I love white gadgets.

I really wanted the yellow neo hybrid, but it took spigen ages to get me the white one, so I don't know if it's any different material wise.
[Galaxy Note 3 Accessories] Pikezer1337:
If anyone is interested I'm selling a used Spigen Silver Satin here:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/251373622408?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

I tried it once and I just didn't like it, everything is perfect though.