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[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
I'm seeing a few references to what looks like an official LG hardshell case for Nexus 5. Same design on the back as the phone and possibly the same material.

http://ca.shopandroid.com/lg-hardshell-black/4A123A16462.htm

http://www.amazon.ca/LG-AAA75187801-Hardshell-Nexus-Black/dp/B00GGL4XNC
[Nexus 5 Accessories] EddyOS:
Could be nice, always prefer slim shell cases over bulky ones (although I've just ordered the LG Bumper Case to come with my Nexus 5)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
Actually looks the exact same as the "LG Shield " case that Bell has in stock for $20. http://www.bell.ca/Mobility/Accessories

Available in matte white or matte black.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] gadget_lova:
This looks really nice, but they seems only for Canada.

Do you know a U.S website that has this case? Even amazon don't have one.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Revthejedi:
Looks nice, will they ship to the U. S.?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] biggiestuff:
Hope it comes in white
[Nexus 5 Accessories] reeco:
I want!!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Kick-Ass Joe:
I just purchased the white one for my black Nexus 5. I'll have a white phone without the white ear piece. :cool:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
Nice. Did you preorder it from shopandroid? Please let us know what it's like when you get it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Kick-Ass Joe:
I bought it from the Canadian bell store. I'll post pics as soon as I get it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
That's awesome man! Post up some photos and a small review once it arrives. I'm looking at doing the same thing with my black n5.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
Awesome, looking forward to the review. I was thinking of jumping on the white as well. I'm just concerned with it being a matte finish.

Anything that isn't black with a matte finish tends to stain easily which is probably one of the reasons why the white Nexus 5 uses a different material. I'm hoping that isn't the case with yours, so I can pick one up!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Boswell20:
Which Bell store did you pick it up from?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] BababooeyHTJ:
Looks just like the quick cover, but without the cover.

Honestly, the recessed button would annoy me if it weren't for the cover waking the screen. Its not all that easy to press. Other than that it seems like a great case.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] aarontoth:
I also ordered the same case (online), and got an email shortly after that it was not yet in stock, but they would ship it out when it was.

I've asked around in a few stores, and it seems like they don't have them yet, either.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Kick-Ass Joe:
I bought it from their store online.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Giroyac:
Wow, just couple of days ago i said to myself, why the hell doesnt anyone make a hard case that looks exactly like the back of this simple yet beautiful phone..

And here it is!!

I live in Toronto, and im calling every bell store in town tomorrow to see if i can snatch one, or else i have to wait for the online store to get them in Stock

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Did you get an email stating its not in stock yet? Like a user mentioned above?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] aarontoth:
I ordered last week on November 26th, and about an hour or so after got this:

I interpreted it as "we don't have them in stock yet". It was pure luck that I happened to be browsing the Bell site for N5 accessories.

I'll post here when I get an update.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] EddyOS:
Hope these come out in the UK, would be nice to have something slimmer than the bumper case (which is nice btw)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
Yeah I couldn't wait for your review! I ordered a white case from the bell mobility site.

We'll see if it's just pre-order or if I get it in a week.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ]grimm[:
Here's the thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2506343

Nexus 5 Indonesian Thread (Pricing, Availability, Accessories, etc)

Here's the post:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=48780764
[Nexus 5 Accessories] jcarlm:
Has anyone called LG and ask about the hardshell?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] andy o:
That seems like an even better deal, given what you paid for it. Seems like you stumbled onto an extremely good deal, at least for Europeans.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Radixtrator:
Yes im going to keep the quick cover:) i mean.. I paid 20$ for a 50$ case so im quite happy
[Nexus 5 Accessories] abdel12345:
I thought the lg hard shell wasn't even out yet:confused:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] finalhit:
Hate to be "that guy" but you paid $20 for a $10 case that retails for $50 =)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] abdel12345:
Yeah but the 20 dollars was for a case that has similar ones for 5-10 dollars so he got a better deal either way. If he would sell that case he could sell it for around 40 easily considering it's the official one and anyone else would have to pay 50 themselves plus tax
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Radixtrator:
Y but its actually not AS easy AS youd think, Finding someone who wants to buy the Case. .
[Nexus 5 Accessories] timmel94:
LG QuickCover and LG Hardshell bought at Google Play

wrong thread! Sorry!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
That's every case. Cases that sell for $20 only cost maybe $4 to produce including packaging then maybe $2 to ship depending on location.

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Radixtrator:
Yeah the only thing expensive is the Name oft the company thats Printed on the back...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Enhanced:
Can you post a picture of your hardshell?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] andy o:
Pretty sure he's talking about the already available official bumper. He's probably confused.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Enhanced:
Yeah that's why I just asked for a picture to clear it up.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] finalhit:
At least buy him dinner first
[Nexus 5 Accessories] timmel94:
Yes that's right. Sorry, I misread the thread.

Of course I am talking about the official bumper and QuickCover available at the Play Store.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] suparnemo:
So I guess there's been no luck yet of anyone receiving the actual hardshell case?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] OregonLawyer:
Just someone in Indonesia.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
We'll find bigfoot before someone gets the case
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Radixtrator:
No one found him yet? :P

I even looked for the case in Indonesian web stores but even there i couldnt find the case...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] refinition:
Doesn't seem dodgy at all.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Linda_henry:
looking for an otterbox case for my N5....if somebody has used this case or have some experience with it then do share the reviews.....

Thanks
[Nexus 5 Accessories] abdel12345:
Sadly otter box isn't making one for the nexus 5 but there are similar cases from other beans like ballistic cases and slim armor by spigen
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
And the superleggera Acase.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] finalhit:
Mildly racist
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
So I finally got a reply from big K at bell again, after no response for a while.

So:

A) Beginning of December

B) The second Friday of December

C) Just a few more days

D) Manufacturer postponed the shipment not sure

E) "I don't know, who knows, Ummm... 3rd week of January... Yeah... Let's go with that. I just told you the manufacturer didn't tell us a date, but I can give you one! Thanks for many moneyssss!"

I guess there's plenty of letters in the alphabet to go still....
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
Have you asked for a refund?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] OregonLawyer:
Might as well leave it pending incase the hardshell ever does come in stock.

I'd wait until March or so before I gave up all hope.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
Not yet, I probably should.

There's only so much bull**** I can put up with, which apparently is quite a bit already. But man, I just really want this case...

Definitely won't go until March, I'm not going to give them 4 months to ship me something that their website says has been available since the beginning of December.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] clockwork58:
Chat w/Bell Rep Online

Useless. Just useless sometimes.

Sandy: Hello, thanks for visiting bell.ca. How can I help you today?

Sandy: Hi,

You: Hello. I want to order the LG Shield case for Nexus 5, but told via online forum these are not shipping yet. is this correct?

You: SKU 78325

Sandy: Thank you for your information.

Sandy: Sure, I can help you with that.

Sandy: Yes, it is correct!

Sandy: It is best to order in Bell store.

You: Do you have a release date?

Sandy: So you can get the shield case right away in Bell store.

You: so are they available in store but not online?

Sandy: Yes, they will.

Sandy: However you need to double check it in Bell store.

You: I will take a look. Thank you for your time.

Sandy: You are welcome.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
^ haha, sounds about right!

Screw it though, I asked to cancel my order and get a refund.

I didn't pay for it under the assumption that it was a preorder.... And from his multiple emails telling me they were getting "more" in stock, they were trying to push the idea that they were already selling it.

I'm not going to let them keep my money for something that they may or may not ever get.

If by some slim chance they do eventually get it, I'll order it then.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] suparnemo:
So, anyone have any updates or all we all just going to be completely dissapointed?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] finalhit:
Watched pot never boils guys
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Radixtrator:
Yeah but this is a pot without Water mate...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] suparnemo:
Man this case needs to hurry up
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Radixtrator:
I really dont know why LG nakes this case, shows it off on the internet and actually sells it in indonesia but doesnt bother to actually sell it anywhere else...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ]grimm[:
Alleged Recall

This is the latest information I received, for whatever it's worth:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] EvanJ18:
So I would assume you're going to get the LG logo on the back much like the quick cover. Which would suck. I'm hoping that someday soon Google starts to sell a nexus version through the play store.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] andy o:
I'm now wondering how skin manufacturers can get away with the Nexus logo on the back.

Maybe Google will offer these Nexus cases for $40 later.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Radixtrator:
Then i guess we can actually forget this case ever being sold in foreseeable time...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] d_phekt:
The main reason I wanted this case was because of the Nexus logo and stock look. That sucks if it's true.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] finalhit:
Yea.

It's actually a very strict system. If you don't defend your trademark, you'll actually lose it.

So even if Google didn't care that skin makers use their logo, they should disallow it anyway otherwise they risk losing the trademark
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mr mystery:
Yeah screw it, no logo on the back? No sale.

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Sinergie:
With skins it's a different story. They don't actually print the Nexus logo, it's just a cut-out to show the original Nexus logo on the phone itself.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] finalhit:
I forgot which but either slick wraps or dbrand are were told by Apple bit to have the cutout
[Nexus 5 Accessories] fergdizzle9090:
anyone get the case from bell? pics? very interested?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Radixtrator:
So i guess this case is a myth now?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
It would seem the Nexus logo may be to blame.

It doesn't make complete sense to me though. Why not just sell them in the Play Store with the logo? Unless Google decided to they didn't want the case for whatever reason it would fit in perfectly with their other official cases price wise and form factor.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
Cause it wasn't a Google official case. It was a 3rd party case.

>^.^< Sent From Meow G2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
So are the other cases on the Play Store. The flip case for instance is just an LG case with an LG logo on it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
Yea but do you see any Nexus branding on it?..
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
That would be the bumper case, which may or may not be made by LG. My point was Google is willing to sell cases with or without the logo on the Play Store, so why not this one?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DowntownJeffBrown:
They always have a few "official" cases and those are the ones they push. We have no clue who makes them but they are "official" for some reason.

>^.^< Sent From Meow Xperia Z
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
I hypothesize that this was also one of these "official" cases, hence the logo. For whatever reason Google might've not wanted them (quality?) and LG may have been forced to try and sell them on the side.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Giroyac:
Shopandroid.com in op switched their page status from pre order to ships on 2/14

I dont know if there's any truth to that or no ?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] d_phekt:
Just got an email alert that these are now finally available here

http://www.puremobile.com/lg-aaa75187801-hardshell-nexus-5-black
[Nexus 5 Accessories] EddyOS:
Still no sign of the white one :(
[Nexus 5 Accessories] slider112:
Looks like the same site has white in stock also:

http://www.puremobile.com/lg-aaa75187802-hardshell-nexus-5-white
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Pithism:
post above beat me to it.

but here is the link again

http://www.puremobile.com/lg-aaa75187802-hardshell-nexus-5-white
[Nexus 5 Accessories] EddyOS:
Who wants to buy this for me and ship to the UK?

EDIT: Got my mate in Canada, who works for Bell, to see if he can get them in and ship it to me (fingers crossed)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Radixtrator:
Request one sent to Germany as well
[Nexus 5 Accessories] r a g n o r:
I want one of each to Spain also!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
So was there really a dispute about the logo?

If it still is the way it was originally designed I will order one. Just not from !@#$ing bell.ca. Plus it seems to be cheaper from puremobile!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Xianku:
I can picture getting the one from puremobile.com and it not having the nexus logo on it. Wish there was more information on the website.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Rarscaryfrosty:
Well gents, I pulled the trigger and bought one. For $15 it's a decent price and worth the risk. I'll let you all know how it goes if someone else doesn't beat me to it first!

EDIT: Google the UPC that's included in the product description. You can find it for sale on 3-4 other websites in the USA and Canada. Some of them reference and show images of the snap on cover with soft touch backing and ceramic inlays, others show the LG quick cover case.

$15 isn't bad even if it's a quick cover, but for the major price difference, I'm betting my luck it is the case we all want and hope for.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] jimburke57:
I also pulled the trigger. Now to wait and see what arrives.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Jason_MCG:
Also did it. It's kind of the case I've always wanted for the Nexus 5, so hopefully it's the one we're all waiting and hoping for.

Did you guys order the white or black?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] jimburke57:
It is showing up on a lot of sites now, so I think that it is legit.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
Well I had to order it. Originally Dec 2nd with bell.ca and now Feb 4th with puremobile.ca! :laugh:

I emailed them right after, a bit out of paranoia of being shafted. I asked if the case had the official Nexus branding as that is the only reason I ordered it. This is what puremobile customer service replied with.

So, it's a go. I'll take that at face value and hope for the best. If not, I can use it as my refund statement when I tell them they lied to me haha.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ctbear:
It is also on US and CA amazon, but not Prime eligible and a few dollars extra. So I guess it's better to order from them directly.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] jtwlbz:
I am looking forward to see real pictures with it guys. plz post some pictures if you receives it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] haskida:
woohoo that's all i need to know! I had originally ordered from bell.ca and received a second email saying that the order would be delayed AGAIN:

They charged my credit card since the end of December then went on and delayed the order for 2 months :rolleyes:

I just placed my order with puremobile... hope they dont disappoint
[Nexus 5 Accessories] OregonLawyer:
I'll order the LG hardshell after someone actually receives it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] slider112:
Ordered this morning also, in black; will offer up pics/review once it arrives. Looks like exactly the case I've been wanting, hoping it's as good as the pics look. :good:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nhan Lam:
The hardshell is back for order.

Black: http://www.puremobile.com/lg-aaa75187801-hardshell-nexus-5-black

White: http://www.puremobile.com/lg-aaa75187802-hardshell-nexus-5-white
[Nexus 5 Accessories] waxlabo:
Thanks! Placed an order just now for both. :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] phoneguru9:
Free shipping too!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] resynx:
Can't wait to see reviews and pictures on these :D Anyone here who ordered one also have a Ringke slim case? Would love to hear a comparison on the two :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
Ordered both! hoping this isnt an error and they cancel all the orders cause Ive been waiting forever for these cases!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] phoneguru9:
I came across reviews for the Ballistic case for the Nexus 5 today. Just for something to compare to the hardshell.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ctbear:
Man they are quick...I had the cases in shopping cart and 10 minutes later they have removed them and raised the price :eek:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
Wow they raised the price to 17.99 for both cases on Puremobile now! Guees they got an surge of orders and figured theyd reduce the sale price lol Glad I ordered both for 14.99 when I did!

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Should have bought it when you had the chance! lol
[Nexus 5 Accessories] phoneguru9:
I showed up late to the party too unfortunately. But with free shipping I still feel good about it. I'd give them a call if you feel really bad about it. I've bought there before and they were always super reasonable with me.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kevlar.com:
Very interesting.

Any of the indicated websites which ships also to Europe?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
They were 14.99 with an additional 10% discount if you added cas13. Covered tax and a bit for mine in Canada. Came to 14.13
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
Yup thats what I did I got both for 26 bucks! :D
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Jason_MCG:
Use Cas13 as a promo code and you can get 10% off. You can't enter it at checkout... Instead, go to View Shopping Cart and enter it there. It'll help a little with the price. :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] toddmacmac:
Amazon has them available too! Few bucks more than the pure mobile price at twenty bucks. Free shipping. Comes on white and black

I can't post urls right now due to my noob status.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] phoneguru9:
The Pure Mobile site has free shipping on everything too. It's a good shop.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Rarscaryfrosty:
Amazon link for those wondering:

http://www.amazon.com/AAA75187802-H...91555056&sr=8-7&keywords=Nexus+5+LG+hardshell
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Radixtrator:
Any link shipping to Europe??
[Nexus 5 Accessories] waxlabo:
It's not actually sold by Amazon. The listing on Amazon is also sold by Pure Mobile. It's also available on eBay from Pure Mobile also.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Rarscaryfrosty:
Yea, I was aware of that. But I figured I might as well share the link in case anyone would rather checkout through amazon instead of using paypal or making an account on PureMobile.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
The mystery deepens. I look forward to seeing what you guys think of this case.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ctbear:
I tried that when they were $15 and it didn't work for me (said can't be used). $17 per case is still okay to me, I don't mind a few dollars if the quality is good :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
Guess I got lucky then cause I entered the code and got the 10% off both cases when they were 14.99
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Thanks guys! Ordered both. Let's see which one has the softtouch.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] resynx:
My impatience got the best of me, went ahead and pulled the trigger :D Now time to wait :silly:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
I guess they changed it when they found out it was so popular. I got the 10% discount on top of the discounted price.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
I'll wait to see what you guys end up with before I place an order for $40. The way I see it, with the last 2 months of delays and "out of stock" I can wait a bit longer to see if dreams really do come true. Ha ha ha
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
Seems like I'm a sucker....

I get dragged around by bell for so long, finally say screw it, then what do I do? Jump right back in at the first sign with the next one.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] thetonyclifton:
Needs a european stockist! :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] EddyOS:
So my mate in Toronto is looking into getting me one, hopefully he can hook me up! :D
[Nexus 5 Accessories] haskida:
Just got an email from puremobile 30min ago saying the order is shipped.

It is shipped via Canada Post as I live in Vancouver but the tracking number is not working yet.

Glad that I pulled the trigger fast and got it for the cheaper price. My total was $14.16 after tax and the cas13 discount code.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] roustabout:
Folks should definitely look at the poetic palette case if they like this one. Very similar case (with a nice feel) available in a ton of colors for 5 to 6 bucks.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...tte+nexus+5&rh=i:aps,k:poetic+palette+nexus+5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
No way not the same case at all. The reason we all want this case is because it is official and has the nexus branding and protects 3 sides of the phone.

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It has begun! I hope. Im still waiting for my order confirmation. Im in California and I think they ship from NY in the US
[Nexus 5 Accessories] EvanJ18:
No. That doesn't have the nexus logo on the back. Therefore it's not really a similar case. There are a ton of slim cases. None have the logo on the back like this one.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] phoneguru9:
Placed my order yesterday and picked up this PureGear screen protector as well. My only qualm is that now you can get the Nexus 5 in red now. It looks so slick.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
10 bucks for that plastic screen protector is pretty much a rip off. You should have bought a glass protector imo
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
Dbrand skins! You can have whatever colour you want! And interchange them!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nhan Lam:
My order has shipped. It's happening guys.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nexicon:
Mine also shipped! It surely is happening. Unfortunately shipped via ups. Lol I hate how slow they are
[Nexus 5 Accessories] andy o:
You would put a skin on top of a case?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] nolook:
mine shipped too now to cancel my bell order...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
Mine shipped to via UPS it probably wont be here till mid next week... But hey it was free shipping and the cases cost me 26 bucks for both! Not bad at all for a mythical case lol A part of me is still wondering what I am gonna get exactly cause it seems like this case would never come out...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] andy o:
Not a big deal, but puremobile seems to have charged me $15.14, not the $14.99 that says in the receipt.

EDIT: Hmm it's MC's fault:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] mmmmBACON:
Weird, I just checked my MC online banking. I should have been charged $14.13 (CAD), but instead I was charged $13.47 hahaha. :laugh: :good: I like whatever math they use!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] spicydicy:
Well, I meant the phone itself, but yes, I've put skins on two different types of cases, and they look great.

The spigen Neo hybrid and the spigen ultra thin air.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] chris6278:
Happy to see everyones orders have shipped but im gonna wait to see if u guys actually get whats pictured before i order. U never know with this dam thing
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Ubichinon:
Anyone from Europe ordered one of those? If yes, from where?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ponzer:
+1