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[Nexus 5 Accessories] Wakamatsu:
Review - Black titanium back coverage

Background: I'm pretty anal when it comes to getting scratches on my camera so I typically have some sort of non-residue tape covering the glass at all times (I said I'm anal). Previously, I had the bestskinsever full coverage. Unfortunately, my practice of taping the camera led to the lens film piece being lifted off with the tape when I had to take a picture. So I looked for a new solution. Enter dbrand. I'm not usually into textured and patterned skins but these looked good and they seemed to be more robust than the transparent-type skins so I ordered the black titanium backs and sides:

Shipping: There seems to be some issues with people having to wait a long time to get their order but I did okay. Took about 10 days from ordering to receipt for me.

Application: I did the fingernail smoothing out of the edges *before* I started. I didn't want to have to do that after the skin is on the phone. Not a big deal either way. The skin was very snug going around the camera piece (good). It took a few tries for me to align the lettering but lift the piece off was not an issue. On to the edges. I tried the hairdryer method but 20 minutes of trying and still having the corners lift, I went a different route. I used a couple thick rubber bands (the kind you get when you buy broccoli) to hold down the corners. One across the top and another across the bottom. I left it overnight and that did the trick.

Fit and Feel: What threw me off when I was trying to align the back piece was that the lettering wasn't absolutely perfect. With all the other letters lined up to my liking, I found "n" to be a bit off. The straight part of the "n" could be moved a hair to the left. The coverage on the volume button side of the back is good. The top and bottom edges could use a hair more coverage. The power button edge could be extended another half mm. The feel is very good. I like the texture and I don't have any worries about its durability. I'm also able have the lens taped over and not have the skin lift off.

Overall: Keep in mind that I'm the kind of person that will find fault with everything. Most of the "faults" I found probably wouldn't be noticed by most people and probably wouldn't bother them if they did notice. That aside, I'm very happy with this purchase and will be looking at dbrand again when I'm in the market for a new skin.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Purchased my mahogany. Can't wait
[Nexus 5 Accessories] hullbay:
[MENTION=5091753]dbrandSkins[/MENTION] Any Christmas promo codes?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
Do you have black n5 or white n5?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Wakamatsu:
Black.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] refinition:
Not sure on whether to get this or a case now..
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Why not both :D

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] RGM79:
Hi dbrandSkins, I sent an email to white@dbrand.com but I haven't gotten a reply in a week.

I have a white Nexus 5, I ordered a skin (order #66266) back when they still didn't fit the white model properly. Can I get the coupon code for a replacement skin that properly fits the white Nexus 5?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] lll_ari_lll:
hey [MENTION=5091753]dbrandSkins[/MENTION], I am worried, My first order was shipped on 9th November and the second order was on Black Friday, received none.. what to do?

Order number is #71083 and #64153

and please reply the mails.. I have sent one over a week ago..
[Nexus 5 Accessories] brocabortzfield:
Will the mahogany ship out before the end of the year?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
I don't think so. They said on the website ship out on january 3rd. They must be out for the holidays....funny I don't recall machines needing a holiday..
[Nexus 5 Accessories] rictee:
Received my Orange skin! It took about a week to arrive in Australia which was faster than I expected. Overall it looks great and adds a nice grip.

The back skin fits well apart from the slightly off nexus lettering (more obvious when you're holding the device). This is not the revised white version though.

There is an issue with the side skin - as you can see there is a gap at the top left corner even though I positioned the volume cut outs perfectly. As a result the speaker cut outs do not align properly and are covering the edges of a few speaker holes.

Full album here https://imgur.com/a/1jQ2D
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
Can I ask why you didn't get the revised white version?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] rictee:
I actually ordered it at the start of Dec but only got around to posting this now. Will definitely take up the offer for the revised version (although it seems to only cover the back skin).
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Finally, all emails are caught up! Future ones will see responses in less than 24 hours, likely within an hour or two.

The limited edition "custom colored x" skins are prototyped and look great. Gonna go get the photoBot to take some pics and I'll post up in a bit.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Looks amazing guys. We'll let you know as soon as it's ready for sale, probably alongside the new site in a few weeks. Installation is simple and we'll provide four sets of each x piece in case you botch it on the first few tries. The custom will be available in titanium, black titanium, white leather, black leather, white carbon, black carbon, and two unreleased materials (you can probably guess what they are).

Stay tuned.

Link to high-res close up.

Link to high-res full shot.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Zephyr101:
Looks amazing!

Could it be possible to make the X or the whole logo black in the future? Or maybe white? I think that would be amazing (: And I'm thinking of getting the white carbon, but I would really like the nexus logo to be black with it, but that can't happen since I have a white nexus 5 :p
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Iphony89:
Not all emails! I emailed white@dbrand.com and still haven't received a response.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
All the white@dbrand are cleared, can you just post your Order ID and we'll email the replacement coupon manually?

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In theory, that would be possible. Unfortunately we're not planning on making it an option. Sorry :(
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Iphony89:
Already received a coupon code but when I try to check out it only applies a discount for one back skin when I initially bought two and both where the versions that didn't fit correctly.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Gotcha. Just post the Order ID and I'll take care of it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
How much would they cost?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
Had the same problem. But I ended up just buying one skin because the email I sent for 2 skins and was only giving me one and then when I said 2 skins I got no reply. So I thought you were only giving out 1 skin. Ohwell. Already ordered like 5 days ago
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Iphony89:
#70017
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Iphony89:
Thank you, great to still get customer service at 4am lol
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Deeco7:
Does the XDA member coupon still exist? If so, what is the code? Thanks.

Edit: Found it, minimum spend $16 :(

Fed up of waiting for the official rear plate going to dig a dbrand skin.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bradputt:
Are you going to sell the colored X separately?

And how about the decals for the nexus wordings?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] lll_ari_lll:
Mine has not.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dk206:
Hi dBrand inc.

Order Number: 77032

I had to RMA my black N5 32GB.

So I'm going for a Mahogany skin back and sides. Please make sure the cut-outs are perfect and ship as soon as you can. Happy New Year. Hope dBrand becomes even bigger.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] jimburke57:
I was supposed to have my order reshipped once the white leather came back into stock. I haven't gotten any word back yet. My orders are 64575 & 67498.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Just took a look and can confirm that both of these were re-shipped on the 26th. They should be with you soon!

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It'll ship on the 3rd along with a few thousand other Mahogany orders. Happy New Year to you too!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dk206:
Thanks, also will you be making anything for the LG G2? Its a solid phone.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
True. Looks like it was scrolled over and left as unread without a response. Sorry about that! Check your email now.

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Unfortunately we have no plans to skin the G2. The curved nature of the device, but more importantly the polycarbonate (plastic) shell, doesn't work well with skins. The adhesive bonds very tightly with the plastic and it becomes difficult to remove (sometimes even damaging the device's high-gloss finish).
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Peanuts.:
Bad ass skins

The quality and precision of these skins are sick :good:

Even though shipping did take a while but that's only because i'm all the way in Australia. I am very happy with my purchase.

I used the white carbon skin first, & have another black aluminium skin for when i'm bored.

Took some shots on the quality and to show people the texture of the skin.

I used the black titanium camera skin and it blended with the original black lens and I personally like it
[Nexus 5 Accessories] utreux:
shipping issues

Anyone else having issues receiving their dbrand skins?

I placed an order but never received it; I asked them for shipping confirmation but never got a reply
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
Been 10 days already and still haven't got the skins. As per other indians shipping from dbrands takes 8 days max. I hope I get them soon.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
10 business days? Don't think Xmas counted either.

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] rollerdyke44:
is there any new year coupon available for us to use? :P

EDIT: and i wanted to ask, is it possible that I order a nexus 5 skin now and order only the colored 'X' later when it is avalable? any idea about the price of only the X when i becomes available?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Seadra:
Oh, that may be the reason, thanks for pointing that out :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
You'll have no issues with them getting it sorted out, regardless of what someone who "likes" your post will try and tell you.

Can't believe people still troll other companies threads.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] smirkis:
holy **** this made my day.

10 days already, 8 days max. come on man! i live in california USA and it took 10-14 days to get to me.

you impatient people always give me a good laugh. sometimes, piss me off, but usually a good laugh.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
LOL I thought I was the only one noticing him trolling in here. Fool
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Yea that guy is just ridiculous. Its sad really but it just shows the type of person he is. Karmas a ***** and in the end his company will reap what he has sowed. I mean seriously why would u thank a post like that lol.

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] woadiestyle:
Hey dbrand im a first time customer and I purchased skins from your web site. The money had cleared and I have my invoice showing payment.

Date purchased 12-12-2013

Email says shipped 12-16-2013

Should I be worried or is the package really on its way? Also one last thing how much longer should I wait. Remember it's fully paid for, I just need to know for sure what's next.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Wbroshea:
Wait who liked his post. I want in on the joke too.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Not a joke really. The Dude from slickwraps, I believe, is thanking anyone who gives a negative comment on dbrands performance.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Best thing to do is email us in response to your Order Receipt. Response time is either under 30 minutes (if the bots are doing emails), or guaranteed within 12-24 hours. Someone is doing emails for the next little while if you want to just copy/paste your message and send it over.

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Wicked installation. Well done.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Wbroshea:
But I don't see that anyone has thanked that post. Sorry that's what I meant.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
*SSD implodes*

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Hey guys!

So we teamed up with Andrew Huang to make an awesome video that he released last night. You may remember his work, recreating the Breaking Bad theme song using only lab equipment. Make sure to give it a view, it shows how we make the skins and gives you a (tiny) glimpse into our warehouse. Link to the vid here, picture preview below.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Wbroshea:
Still don't get it. I guess maybe you are saying they eventually will thank the post just haven't yet because they have been doing it on the other posts? I don't know, I don't care. Last time I jump into a thread I haven't been following. Thanks for the sarcasm by the way, its greatly appreciated.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
It was the post above the one he quoted. He quoted the wrong post by accident.

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
lol to be perfectly honest, the SSD imploded because even I couldn't figure out what they were talking about... and I've been following every post here since the start. No harm done, sometimes it's tough to interpret online communication.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Wbroshea:
Ah. Thank you that was all I was trying to figure out. Now I see. back to the regularly scheduled program.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
I think you might remember pmarodi the guy that sells the xgears skins. Well he scrolls through this dbrand thread and thanks every person who says one negative thing about dbrand, it amazes me he has so much time. Lol

I find it funny too that after they said that he removed his thanks (lmao)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
ahhhhh I get it now. He must be confused... As far as we know, the conversion rate on internet thanks to USD is pretty low these days. Then again, it's slightly better when converting to CAD, so feel free to hit that "thanks" if my post has helped lol.

WATCH THE VIDEO!!!!!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
*Somewhere far, far away, pmarodi is trying not to thank your post*

Anyways, I was wondering if anyone here has used a front skin with the spigen ultra hybrid. Because with screen protectors mine used to peel off a little around the edges because of the case. Anyone here got an answer?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] midgarsormr:
I was curious in getting one since I have the clear back ringke case. Do they leave any residue behind when you peel them off?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Nope they come off clean

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Ok that was awesome...and no residue is left
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Splint3r:
I'm very satisfied by the N4 skins which I purchased, and am ready to buy N5 skins, but does the frame skin covers the SIM slot?

from the purchase preview page it seems covered. raised some concerns since I travel a fair bit.

please advise! thanks!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
Yes, they are covered. But worry not, Facebook bots have said that soon enough you'll have the option to buy frames with Sim card slot cut out :)

I think they are going to release the Sim card slot version with the new website that's going live at the end of Jan.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] refinition:
No residue is left, correct.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] rollerdyke44:
bump :P
[Nexus 5 Accessories] rameshbitra:
Awaiting for custom coloured X

Dbrands - I am a first time customer from India. I went through the designs and they are really great:good:. I am holding on my order for now as I am looking for custom colured X as well for a white nexus. I will place an order as soon as we have a custom coloured X available. Hope promo code will be valid till then ;)

Query - I am using a Ringke fusion case to showcase my nexus back. I have applied gadgetshieldz maximum protection for my back panel. The problem with that is, it leaves a wet/moisture spots and is really ugly. If i apply a dbrand skin (after removing the gadgetshieldz back protection), will it have a wet spot with a transparent back case like Ringke fusion?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
I wanna join the "X"-Men :laugh:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Me to... I be a "X"-Kat

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
You are correct. Sad, but true. They completely hosed me on a glass screen protector once, worst customer experience I have ever had online.

Mentioned it in the thread, and hilarity ensued, at least for me personally.

To keep this on topic, I'm awaiting some new dbrand skins to arrive before I do a side by side comparison to their competitors slick wraps.

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You will be safe. It works fine. No issues.

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Mine did not have anything noticeable unless you really pushed on the back of the case itself. It looked much cleaner than the case did without any skin on the phone.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Guitarman19853:
Will the skin allow it to fit into a ProClip vehicle mount without any issue?

I'm using a Sena sleeve and I need a skin to protect the rubber coating on the phone from being worn away by the sleeve.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Hopefully dbrand will ship it out in time for my birthday :p. Sigh..
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
You know one thing I've noticed. A couple times I got my shipping confirmation a couple days after I received the skin. Also got a shipping confirmation then my skin arrived a couple days later. When's your bday? Mines on the 7th :cool:

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Awesome! Mine is on the 6th!! Also I ordered mahogany so they said they'll ship out by tomorrow.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] JCBomb:
dbrand, any chance you'll be doing Moto G skins?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] midgarsormr:
How hard would it be to make a little slice for the sim card yourself?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] trent25:
All the true colors look so simple and nice, cannot choose ... if I weren't lazy and swap colors every few days :silly:

So it would be a clear film (protector) that cover all the front glass? Maintains plain black look? I like :D
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Correct.

Correct, an anti-glare screen protector that covers the entire surface of the screen, maintaining the stock look.

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Boss has called an audible.

We will not be selling front pieces tomorrow without the screen protectors. Frame and Back pieces will be available in a few hours, however Front pieces will be "coming soon" with two options:

1. Front bezel skin + puzzle piece screen protector insert.

2. Full front screen protector.

Both options are anti-glare only.

May not be 6am EST, codeBots are still working out the back-end to accommodate the Bossman's demand.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Wildcat117:
Question. The black Nexus logo on the white carbon fiber is it an inlay? or is it just a cutout showing the device color underneath?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
It would be a cutout section that shows the black phone under neath.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Precisely!

Additionally, the $5 coupon has been reduced to $3 in accordance with 1/3 less pieces being offered. In all honesty, this will likely benefit most users more than it did before. Instead of having to spend $24 to get $5 off, you only need to spend $17 to get $3 off. Remember, all of our prices include taxes.

We found from our very limited market research that most interest was for (obviously) the back, followed closely by the frame, and lastly the front skin. Full front anti-glare protectors were well above the front skin + screen protector in terms of demand.

All we ask is that you please try and keep this XDA coupon exclusive to XDA users.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] timothyung:
http://dbrand.com/purchase/nexus-5/

It's up:)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ritzxda:
Fcuk yea!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Bl4ze87:
Back titanium black ordered :Q__

Can't wait!!!!!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ritzxda:
Hey Robot, where's the code? :)

P.s you're getting slow...a human (timothyung) beat you to breaking the news ^
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Technically it's live, but we'd call it beta.

Still working on the White Device preview, availability (or voiding of said availability) on the Front Piece, metadata, some CSS fixes, and text/temp_photos on the Models pages. We'll post the coupon once we're satisfied with the readiness.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ritzxda:
Us humans need sleep :( I want to place my order. Lol :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 1lazysheep:
awe man, i was gonna place my order :(
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ritzxda:
Me >
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 1lazysheep:
pretty much :laugh:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
kk it's looking like this may take a little while longer, and we [try to] understand that humans need sleep.

coupon code: imactuallyanxdamember

coupon is active only if both frame and back pieces are purchased. please do not purchase a front piece yet :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ritzxda:
Finally. Had some issues ordering as I got timed out after I had my special instructions entered. Then realised I had a code from a few months back that I never used...didn't work! :( Finally I came back and saw you had posted a code. Thanks. Order placed.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] lll_ari_lll:
If I want to order multiple sets and combine to one international shipment, can I use multiple coupons? and also, for the front cover, need i to pay additional shipping charges when its available?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mattman83:
Black leather frame + back ordered. Thanks for the promo code too :D

M.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 1lazysheep:
woot, order placed :victory:

saved 33 cents cause USD is worth slightly more than CAD. 'murica! :cowboy:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dbrandSkins:
Sorry about that man... I think we got an email from you as well. There's heavy load right now from a lot of people trying to get at that Nexus 5 skin. Combine that with the minute-to-minute updates on the database and back-end, it's resulting in some glitchy behaviors. If you're going to order, bear with us for about another 30 minutes while we work it all out.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] whyhellothere1:
Does anyone use the Ringke Fusion case or the Spigen Ultra Hybrid case? I currently have a white carbon fiber front skin installed. It initially was perfectly straight, but it seems that my case has bent one of the screen edges so it's no longer straight, but instead is partially crooked. Attached is a photo.

I'm getting new skins soon and want to avoid this mistake. Any ideas as to how? Thanks in advance.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] aboveusonlysky:
i dont have my skins yet so i cant answer the question but do you have a back skin too? if so how does it fit with the ringke fusion. post some pictures too. if possible.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] whyhellothere1:
Nope, just have the front skins.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kevlar.com:
Anyone using a dbrand skin (or another one) then protecting the phone in the LG QuickCover?

Is it compatible or is there any interference due to the added thickness of the skin?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Itswagz:
dbrand can you confirm if the new revised nexus 5 affects the placement of the back skin. I have a cousin that's interested in buying the back piece only but he has the revised n5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] dk206:
Order 77032. Ordered on the 30th. Still haven't got the 48h shipping details. Please help me out dbrand. Thanks