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[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Indeed it would be. Fortunately, we're going to be offering a SIM cutout version of the skin soon. Stay tuned for info on that.

There is a very simple way to avoid the front skin edges from going crooked. Install the skin as shown in this video, by not removing the screen cutout until the skin is fully applied. Once it's applied, apply firm pressure to the edges and peel the screen out from the corner fold that you made before applying it. Now comes the part which ensures the edges stay in place: apply the included screen protector within the screen cutout. Because the surface area gets filled with a material that is of a similar thickness and correct size, it prevents the edges from being able to move inwards. Let me know if you need any further help on this.

Confirmed, there is absolutely no interference when applying a skin to the front/back. We'd skip the frame pieces.

Confirmed, the N5 version 2 has no difference in the back piece, only the frame. The current back piece we offer will fit perfectly.

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We’ve processed your order (address validation, shipping label, envelope, etc...) and will be shipping it as soon as the restock of Mahogany arrives later today. The bots will email you when the order has been dispatched from our warehouse. Lmk if there’s anything else I can help with on the order.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
I don't use sides or front pieces bevause of this. Not much you can do other than be really careful. I have the fusion and its Probably one of the Better cases use with a n4 with side/front skins.

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Gerjannn:
Received mine today, looks gorgeous!

The quality is really great, it looks and feels like leather! :laugh:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eyeisdasteve:
Hey dbrand,

I also made an order on the 30th (#77096) and didn't receive anything about shipping. Just wanted to see where it was at in the process. Thank you so much!

:thumbup:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] whyhellothere1:
I followed both videos on applying the skins, but maybe I didn't wait long enough for the skins to set before putting in back in my case :/

Good thing I have more skins coming though.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Hey buddy. Same deal as the guy before, we’ve processed your order (address validation, shipping label, envelope, etc...) and will be shipping it as soon as the restock of Mahogany arrives later today. The bots will email you when the order has been dispatched from our warehouse. Lmk if there’s anything else I can help with on the order.

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Wonderful installation!!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eyeisdasteve:
Awesome. Thank you so very much.

:thumbup::cool:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] IceteaSippin:
I just became a member of xda member but before I would always read and look at all the post and pics for the dbrand skins I got mine not too long ago and I'm really happy with the results I got the Black Carbon Fiber for the front and Red Carbon Fiber for the back. I also put it in the Spigen black ultra hybrid with the screen protector that was provided with the case. I think it looks pretty sweet it does look a orange-ish in the pics but in person its a nice red sorry for the picture quality it was taken with my galaxy nexus

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[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
So fembot, were the mahogany sent out?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
Hey all,

after some time with with dbrand skins on my nexus 4, and my nexus 7 2013, i decided to pull the triiger on a few various skins for my new nexus 5. I decided on a few variations, and placed the order in November. For no fault of dbrands at all, the shipping company here in Canada lost the order, and since there was no tracking on it, i assumed my package was lost. I contacted dbrand, and without hesitation, they sent new ones out after my mailing address was verified. Again, Canada Post somehow managed to lose my parcel. It could have been due to the holidays, busier than normal traffic, terrible weather, but again, it was not dbrands fault. i let time pass, and when i contacted dbrand again, they were more than happy to help get my parcel here, since it had been over a month since the order was placed. They shipped me new skins, and within 48 hours, they were delivered. And the skins were just as good as the nexus 4 ones that i had previous. The issue around the holidays was that the skin options i originally wanted were now out of stock, so they sent me alternatives, letting me know that when the ones i wanted were back in stock, they would be sent out.i had zero issues, great customer service. Somehow these "bots" had feelings and emotions, and were quick to fix issues and understand the customer service industry, which was not my experience with a few other "skin" companies, whether it be not shipping on time, not replying to inquiries, or using my personal info in public forums, etc.

i thought i could take the opportunity to purchase other skin companies products, and compare them, as objectively as possible, with the product speaking for itself. The cuts, the fit, the packaging, the product. Not the customer service experience, or even the price.

If you wanted the BEST skin for your premium device, which one should you buy? Here are some photos.

dbrand compared to SlickWraps

cutouts (black is dbrand, brown is slickwraps)

closer camera cutouts (black is dbrand, brown is slickwraps)

edges of skin (black is dbrand, brown is slickwraps)

"nexus" cutout close up (white carbon fibre is dbrand, matte white is slickwraps)

"nexus" cutouts (top of screen brushed metal is dbrand, bottom of screen brushed metal is slickwraps)

dbrand packaging. seperate sleeves for front/back skins, side skins and screen protector. 3m paper, very reusable, and easy to store.

slickwraps packaging. envelope, harder to remove, all stuck on same wax paper. tougher to store tightly.

Ill let photos speak for themselves. Ill be posting this in dbrand thread, as well as slick wraps thread.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] aboveusonlysky:
it seems like slickwraps quality and how precise they are not up to par with dbrand on a few levels.

1. Comparing the nexus cut outs on both the white carbon and the brushed metal the slickwraps version seems stretched (not sure if its just the photo) also it looks as though its too thin to show the correct layout for the nexus logo.

2. The faux leather seems too forced on slickwraps doesnt look real compared to dbrand. kinda like a knockoff bag or something. :p

question. on the brushed metal which one looks/feels more natural?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
The reason for the nexus cut out being smaller if cause well... The white and black n5 both have different nexus placements. By making the cutout smaller they make it 1 for both the nexuses while dbrand has offered 2 precise cuts for both the white and black n5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] honeybunchie:
Just removed the skin, no sticky residue but my skin got warped :( and e fell off. Eh kind of wanted to reuse it but i guess not anymore.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dk206:
I want to know too. Its the 5th and still nothing...

I have the revised version of the black 32gb. Slightly bigger speaker grills.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
Dbrands feels a bit more like real brushed metal.

Heat heat heat. A heat gun will shrink it back up a bit. I put mine in front of a small heater and it shrunk the tiniest amount very quickly and is back on with no issues. I just had to make sure the corners and sides were warm and then held down.

You have to remove it with some heat too.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] honeybunchie:
I'll try that next time with a second skin. The skin between the camera hole and LED hole ripped and e fell off. What do you mean remove it with heat? I tried ripping off with force like fembot said, but some of the letters weren't adhered to the tape very well and I had to stop so they wouldn't rip.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
Heat it up a little then pull it off.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
You can use a blow dryer. That's what I use.... Just use the heat on low and don't sit in one spot to long.

>^.^< Sent From Meow nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] subbywrc:
hi,

exist the frame skin compatible with the revisioned (black) version of the nexus?

if not it's scheduled to be sold?

Thanks
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 5hadz:
Finally.

Finally someone bold enough to put together a crazy sick combination of colors.

It looks fantabulous.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] woadiestyle:
Holy mega replies batman! Did you have to repost the man's whole post above you?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] aboveusonlysky:
yeah my bad. i realized what i had done after i posted.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] woadiestyle:
No worries, I think I was the only one that noticed. >.<
[Nexus 5 Accessories] slickwraps:
They are both 3M Di-Noc.

-Weston

Slickwraps
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 5hadz:
The Real Stormtrooper

Applied my white leather today. Got an entire set: Black leather back and white leather for the front and sides but after applying the front cover I decided I got what I wanted, an absolutely fabulous Stormtrooper look.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] aboveusonlysky:
And I never said otherwise. I've never owned a skin I was merely stating an opinion from what I saw. Send me a few of your wraps and I'll do a review compared to the dbrand skins I ordered that haven't arrived yet.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eyeisdasteve:
I am also wondering about the mahogany skins. Never received an email. Thanks again!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Deeco7:
Got my White Carbon Vinyl today within 5 days of dispatch UK to my surprise!

Overall, its looks great and pleasing to the eye, not quite what I wanted in terms of replacing the back cover, but will do in the meantime. My only complaint is that it took "me" bloody several tries to get it aligned correctly and I am still not convinced.

Thanks dbrand!! :D
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ctbear:
Has anyone ordered right before Christmas received their skins yet? I am located on the US west coast and I think the Christmas traffic has died down already :eek:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
Yes, ordered on 21st December, got it yesterday. review coming today.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eyeisdasteve:
Just received my email today! Thanks dbrands! I'll post up some pictures when it comes in.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Yup. Same here
[Nexus 5 Accessories] detdett:
I'm eager to try their limited edition skins. Hopefully there's enough stock for us xda users
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ctbear:
My skin was delivered literally minutes after this post :good:

I got the orange back and black titanium side. The back piece was harder to install than I thought (I am quite anal about aligning those letters), but when it is on it is perfect. The side pieces are easy, but they are not 100% perfect in terms of cutouts. I found that I need to stretch the skin a little bit at the noise cancellation mic and the micro usb port. There are also 2 small gaps at where the two side pieces are suppose to meet. Looks like the iPhone 4 antenna.I would give the fitting a 90/100.

Overall I am very happy about it, and they were not lying when they said they fixed the nexus cutout for the white N5. The only thing left for me now is to resist buying another color (well, and to take off the lens skin, I like it black more) :silly:

EDIT: one side effect, since the side pieces have very fitting cutouts, it actually fixes the rattling power button.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] rtimoff:
Ordered mahogany 25.12, and just received email:

Your order has been released from our warehouse in Toronto. Note that due to our low shipping rate, all orders are sent via standard letter mail. This means no tracking. Your order will arrive in a normal white envelope. Based on your location (Ukraine), your order is estimated to arrive in 3-6 weeks. Please email us back if you have any questions.

sent from Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
what is the difference b/w those 2 identical frame skin pieces ? In official video, it says one is for white and other is for black phone but they look identical to me. So can I use the same frame piece if my current one goes off ?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] joesatri:
I am waiting for the SIM cutout version. I swap sim cards twice every month.. so i need it!

Thanks
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ctbear:
It should be in the order [white side] [black side] [universal]
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
My post asked "what's the difference" I knew center one was black one as was shown in the video.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ctbear:
The white N5 has slightly different position for the power/volume button, iirc.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
Okay. I got my skin yesterday and by seeing the video I was very sure middle one is for black, so I put it on and to my surprise the frame skin didn't fit my volume rocker at all! I still have the white version frame with me which is unused. Now, what I did is I took a knife, heated it alot and then slowly touched the cutting so it get's just slightly bigger. I did got to perfect shape. But if anyone looks it closely it sure looks kinda ****ty. So I am here asking dbrand what were you guys thinking ? I respect you guys and I haven't yet used anyone other companies skin(if you guys think I am here to advertise other companies and all) , now that volume rocker cutout is so wrong. If you guys say so, I can sure use the next frame skin which is still unused but I am here first to complain about it. I have other complains as well which will be followed up with pics as a proof but right now I don't have a camera phone with me (just nexus 5 and ofc I can't take any pic of the phone with the phone lol). Disapointed btw. :(
[Nexus 5 Accessories] akarol:
The only thing keeping me from just using a full body dbrand kit is the fact that I'd like my camera to be protected. I wish they would release a ring that one could glue around it to protected it. They had one going around on Amazon for my Evo back in the days.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
The skin comes with a camera skin. BTW the black magnetic ring around the camera is a lip to protect the glass over the camera.

>^.^< Sent From Meow nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] akarol:
Call me paranoid, but I'd like to avoid that ring from getting scratched too. I know... I know...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Ah you meant the ring OK. I thought u meant the lens cover. I don't think your crazy I'm very ocd about my phones.

>^.^< Sent From Meow nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] GabrielOspina:
Finally got them took like 2 to 3 weeks....for some reason they messed up my order the...I was supposed to get the carbon fiber red which I did and the leather red which I didn't...instead I got carbon fiber white....but the carbon fiber red looks nice
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Criznittle:
Hi,

I e-mailed you awhile back about a replacement for the white Nexus 5, still have not heard back from you guys, any updates?

Thanks
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Can you email us with your Order ID? It sounds like you got a unit which was cut by a mis-calibrated machine. We'd be glad to get some replacements sent out free of charge.

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We stopped monitoring that inbox a while back, but all the other inboxes are empty/caught up. If you email us with your Order ID, we can you set up with the replacement coupon.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Criznittle:
Okay I sent you an e-mail just now. thanks!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
That wasn't a rant but a nice review. Thanks
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Albert62:
The XDA coupon is not working anymore :(

Just ordered my full Mahogany skin :D

Order Number is: 78233
[Nexus 5 Accessories] garu12:
Got mine today. I got the orange and the wood paneling for the lady. Man they fit really good. Only gripe is the wood is kinda slick. She's so gonna drop it :D
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Wbroshea:
Have we heard anything regarding the skins with the colored x? I thought dbrand said they were going to offer that. Maybe I am crazy.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Got your email. Thanks for the review! We'll send you some replacement screen protectors and frame pieces. Would you mind editing your post to remove our email addresses? Spambots pick those links up pretty easily.

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Still waiting on the new site before we can launch that. There's a lot of new products ready to go, just waiting on the site now. We'll keep everyone posted on a final launch date once it gets closer.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
I have edited the post, didn't knew - sorry for that. Thanks for the confirming the replacements :) good to know you support your buyers. I have seen posts saying the same but finally witnessed it myself. :) I think you missed my replacement for back too as well post , as it has got air bumps :( I hope to get a reply for that. Lemme know. Also, can you guys ship to another address or the same if it's possible? If not, same address will do as well. Will be waiting for a reply when the replacement ships. Thanks.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Any address, just let us know.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
Emailed again. :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Dbrand is awesome possum
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
LOL haha!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] maxiv:
Anybody else experiencing quite slow and delayed responsiveness of the touch screen with the dbrand protector on it?

I've tried a few other screen protectors, which felt much smoother and didn't make the scratchy sound when swiping over them with the finger :/
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
That's called quality my friend ;)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] maxiv:
That does not make any sense whatsoever to me :/
[Nexus 5 Accessories] detdett:
English
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Lol sorry man. Was being sarcastic a little. But I was commenting on the rough accurate feel you experience when rubbing your nail on the skin. That's how it's supposed to feel.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] polobreaka:
Thank you boss bot! Received my skins within 3 days from shipping confirmation email.

Returning customer from my nexus 4. Had to pick some up for my nexus 5.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] maxiv:
You must be fun at parties.

Partys? Parteys?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] trevelyan624:
Quick question for you guys who bought the front skin for the N5, does it help prevent dust from being trapped along the outside of the screen? Its my only annoyance with the N5 and I'm trying to find a solution to it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
somewhat.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] aboveusonlysky:
Anyone here live in or close to Atlanta? If so how long did it take yours to arrive. I ordered mine the 27th and it shipped the 1st and still nothing...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ivanlouis:
[MENTION=5091753]dbrandSkins[/MENTION]

I am planning to use your skins (bought, should be arriving in some days) together with screen protectors and I would like to know which one should I put on top. Seems to be a silly question :(, but I want to make sure I won't do that wrong. I don't know whether your skins could stick to a protector or vice-versa.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
[MENTION=5655744]ivanlouis[/MENTION] their front skin come with screen protector that's fits nice and snug in the middle of the skin

Search dbrand on YouTube and you'll see their installation videos
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ivanlouis:
Thank you! I don't even notice that.:good:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] unixz:
After i got the confirmation email, i receive the skin in 3 weeks.

In the video tutorial it seem to be easy, but it isnt. It get quite hard to align the word, the flash, and the camera hole.

In my case it doesnt really align perfectly. I notice that if i want to fit the word nexus and the flash properly, the skin will be really tight in the camera hole (the top part).

Anyway, Im happy with mine. Also i use the hot air from the notebook as the hair dryer :D and it works fine.

Dont worry if you mess up because the skin is sticky. You can pull it off and do it over again.

Note that the alignment isnt a big deal if you see my result, but i just couldnt find any flaw except that.:laugh:

Btw, I live in Thailand.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
Anyone willing to trade a case for a new skin? I have the Spigen Ultra Thin Air 360 Protection Clear and a Ringke Fusion Clear both are brand new! I want a black skin or almost any skin just let me know what it is and it would have to be new or I would even consider selling the cases out rightto fund getting my own skin! just let me know thanks:D
[Nexus 5 Accessories] detdett:
No
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
What case is that you have on there?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] th3xeroeagle:
Looks like a ringke fusion in white
[Nexus 5 Accessories] unixz:
its from ebay.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/17117578325...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

I haven't drop it yet so I don't know how good it is :p

But the reason i choose this is you can see the skin from the back and the case is thinner than spigen.

I don't like the spigen button cut.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] jimburke57:
I finally received my skins this past week after 3 lost shipments, and I am having the same issue as you. Its not a deal breaker by any means, just something I noticed that made the install process kind of difficult.

Overall I am happy with the purchase, and agree with everyone in this thread, these things are top notch.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eyeisdasteve:
Just got mine in the mail. Looks great.

The positioning isn't perfect on my end. I'll probably end up messing with it some more before its perfect.

A little to much to the right. But I'm impatient and I'm at work. Haha.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eyeisdasteve:
So I went to adjust it and when I pulled it up I accidentally ripped the "e" cutout. :(

Hopefully it doesn't fall off.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
Mine slightly pulled when I removed the skin for the first time, but since reapplying I've had no issues.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
Haven't got the email for shipping confirmation. What's up with that? :( Order #78335 Please look into this [MENTION=5091753]dbrandSkins[/MENTION]
[Nexus 5 Accessories] massy11:
This is a carbon dbrand skin on my Nexus 5 :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
Are you talking about the replacement they are sending you? If so. Last time they sent me a replacement they didn't give me a shipping confirmation they just sent it ;p
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
Yeah it's a replacement. I ordered it with a coupon they sent me. I hope I get them soon. How much days it took for you ? and what;s ur location.?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
I've gotten mail from them 3 times

5 business days

13 business days (Christmas time)

10 business days (early Jan)

I live in Australia
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
That's the first Hybrid case I've seen in white. It looks quite slim too, thanks for sharing.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
This.

I have the ringke and the spigen, and I just purchased a white and black of the eBay one just posted, so I'll report back when they arrive. Always down for a new slim case.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] aboveusonlysky:
i have still yet to recieve my 2 skins [MENTION=3353270]dbrand[/MENTION] my order number is #76124. help me out here!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Alright guys. I know we've all thought about how Fembot must look and what kind of hair she has. Well fellas I'm gonna share something very special with ya'll. Exclusive look at our one and only Fembot. Keep the comments PG NOW! ;)

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Isn't she a looker!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] maddy_in65:
What would be the shipping duration to india. I look forward to place order for black titanium.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
Took 17days after receiving the shipping email. Location: Panchkula,HR.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bluesfear:
Does the white carbon fibre dbrand skin get dirty or turns black easily? I am debating the white or red for my nexus 5. Anyone with the white carbon fibre skin can give their opinion?