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[Nexus 5 Accessories] biggiestuff:
The charging light does come on the phone while the OTG cable is plugged into the i-blason but I didn't have anything plugged into the otg cable at the time. I didn't test to see if i could detect any devices via the OTG so I'm not sure connecting a flash drive to the OTG to the i blason would work.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kepapas:
So i guess shipping failed again i haven't received anything. I will contact them to see what's going on.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] afunyun:
Damn dude. I have a job interview Friday (I'm in college) and I have been planning on ordering this after I get my first paycheck. I hope this is resolved soon!!! I need a review! Not to be selfish or anything... ;) Seriously though, I hate when orders take forever! Hoping you get it quick. 79.99 is too much to pay if not for fast service.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] cepsbow:
Yea, quick shipping is not their thing. I ordered mine on the 25th and they just shipped it on the 29th. Hopefully the pay off will be worth the wait though.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] roustabout:
Got mine today. Put it on for about ten minutes, pulled it off again to look at more when I get done with work.

Initial impressions:

- build quality seems good.

- Button on the back to switch on/off seems very easy to press (or else mine's shutting down on its own?)

- case is very slippery (I'm currently using a Poetic palette case, very slim fitting with a textured back)

- additional mass is acceptable to me

- adds almost a centimeter in length to the phone. This may be a problem, esp. for mic in voice calls (but not tested yet.)

- buttons all line up correctly.

The real problem so far: barely compatible with the Spigen glas screen protector. First time I put it in the case, it gapped up the glas. Second time, it seemed more-or-less ok, and as of now there is no longer a bubble under the glas.

Also, seems to be very close to offering no front protection - even less than the Poetic does.

This case is still very much on probation for me. As a comparison, this is the Amazon listing with pictures of the Poetic case I'm using:

http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Palette-Google-Manufacturer-Warranty/dp/B00FY9P10Q

Oh, one last up side: due to the thickness on the back, provides truly excellent camera protection :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kepapas:
Its not that bulky all i have to say at the moment
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kepapas:
The funny thing is I had received the package since Friday but my wife hid it for me this whole time I was pretty upset laugh out loud
[Nexus 5 Accessories] x111:
Hey body,

This battery case looks very nice,

Is it supports wireless charger and NFC?

p.s. wireless charger is a very important feature for me. Already forgot when I charged my phone by cable.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kepapas:
No it does not. It's not really a big deal so far i been playing intense games and there's no over heating everything remains cool. Hopefully thru out the week it continues the same.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] FuMMoD:
What rate does it charge at?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] t1.8matt:
I'd say I'm pretty much sold on this Limefuel case, unless Zerolemon comes out with something better. But from the Nexus 4 reviews of Zerolemon, possibility may be slim. I'm curious to know how long it takes to charge the phone and the case if they are very low on both batteries. Actually just curious on how long it takes to charge in general with the USB cord to AC from any charge amount.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] detdett:
ZeroLemon stated that it will be similar to the rugged look for the note 3 case
[Nexus 5 Accessories] t1.8matt:
It doesn't really matter how it looks, I was commenting to the fact that their Nexus 4 charger got horrible reviews because it was crap that wouldn't charge the phone.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] detdett:
Meaning nexus 5 battery case will use similar mechanism as the note 3 battery case, which most people are satisfied with..
[Nexus 5 Accessories] jyouri:
hey kepapas, whats the battery capacity like?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] t1.8matt:
I see. Hopefully it will be a little cheaper than the Limefuel. $74 is a bit much when my $30 external Motorola charger charges the phone up pretty quickly and it doesn't add bulk since I can easily unplug it. But, maybe $74 would be worth it, won't know till I try it myself.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] detdett:
If it's the 6000 mah, I'm willing to pay up to 60$
[Nexus 5 Accessories] avalpert:
Have you tried while using USB OTG - I want to confirm that it can charge the phone in that state as the phone doesn't charge via USB or Qi when using OTG.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kepapas:
Hello sorry can't say much yet. I have to put it to the test.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] roustabout:
I haven't tried, but the case charges the phone via the USB port, so I wouldn't expect it to work if I understand your description of OTG blocking recharge.

Last night the case took the phone from 55% to 100% in about 2.5 hours while I was listening to Tune In with the screen off. So that was charging with the phone and wifi both in use and I thought it was pretty respectable. Then the case held the phone up while TuneIn continued to stream; the phone didn't start drawing on its internal battery until about 6 hours into the test.

My biggest kvetch right now is the power button, which only works if pressed from the bottom of the button. Yes, the screen'll go off on its own but I have a use pattern where it's important to me to get the screen off fairly fast at times. (Involves walking the dogs at night, using the device as a flashlight and not wanting the light accidentally flipped on.)

The issue with the glas didn't recur. I still need to get under the glas to get the bubble out that was created when I first tried fitting the phone into the case.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kepapas:
I'm having issues my phone doesn't charge no more. I've contacted lime fuel.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] roustabout:
Doesn't charge at all, even if it's out of the case?

If it's in the case, try pressing the power button on the case itself and holding it for about 3 seconds - should force the case battery to go on, or did for me.

It turns out the issue with the glas is still there, but less obvious than the first time out. Very annoying - low level pressure leading to slight bubbling under the glas. I need to write limefuel and see if they're planning on a release of the bezel that will use a soft gasket over the front, rather than the rigid plastic they're using now.

They'd also be well-served to rethink how they're doing the power button mechanism - if it attached along its long axis, or if it was a captive floating button there wouldn't be the dead, unpressable region toward the top of the phone.

FYI, the battery is rated to charge the phone at 2 A and to take charge at 1 A.

Me, I'm back in the Poetic case just now.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] luckywabbit:
For you guys who have the case. Is your case charging your phone in USB mode or AC mode? I just got one and its charging in USB mode as indicated in the battery app. How would the phone make use of the full battery output if its only USB mode. Something is nor right.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Shanda1:
I'm waiting for Zerolemon external battery. Will check this too.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] sic6sic:
Up this thread.. For those who are still using this case, is mount to USB really not working when this case is situated??? Thanks in advance! :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] cepsbow:
After about 6 months the case's buttons had worn to the point of cracking, this case seems to get extremely brittle over time. Not to mention the battery loses a considerable amount of capacity in as few as 90 charge cycles
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
http://www.shopandroid.com/seidio-ledger-flip-case-with-metal-kickstand/4AA17013.htm

Ok I finally got the case in and I am IN LOVE with this case! The quality is top notch. The backing is a smooth matte finish and the front is a nice cloth cover with Seidio on the side that is subtle, not blaring white or outrageous branding. The kickstand is a nice touch. A great solution to these thin case that cannot fold the front in in any way to stand the case horizontally to view vids and such. The interior is a very soft felt like material that also houses the phone. I cannot stress enough on how well this case is made. I guess for $30usd, it has to be some quality there eh? lol

There is a slot for a credit card, but I never put stuff in there anyways. I would forget I would have it in there. But it's nice to have in order to stash receipts or a business card or two away.

Being as slim as the prior case I was reviewing, the Rock Elegant Slim case the Ledger blows it out of the water. The only thing is that the Ledger is not frosted or see through in any way, but my god, the case is solid.

And to my surprise, the cover has the sleep function built in! And no the cover does not magnetically catch closed. It's like a book, in this case. And with the kickstand, I was worried about it charging correctly on my orb and low and behold, it charges fine! Hot dang, this case is winning with me right now lol.

Being the form factor almost the size of the Rock Elegant Slim case, I tried it with the Seidio Dilex Holster I have for the N5. It should work because it's a Seidio holster and housing the Seidio Ledger right?!?! YEP! :victory: This sucker looks like it was made for each other.

I totally recommend this case for anyone looking at this. If you are on the fence, just jump in and buy it. Go to shopandroid and try SAVE15 for 15% off of your total order. It's totally worth it in my book. Will it protect on a drop? The corners will absorb some of the shock and distribute and I feel will survive a tumble or two.

I have found my case.

Pros:

The case has slim form factor

Fits in the Seidio Dilex holster for Nexus 5

Has Sleep/Wake function in the cover

Credit card/business card slot in the back of the front cover

Magnetic kickstand.

Works with wireless chargers (that I have tried so far)

Has LED AND Speaker opening on the cover

Seidio branding is not obnoxious

Back matte back feels like butter in your hands, and that's a good thing. I couldn't put it down!

Cons:

Only two colors, grey and red

back is not frosted or see through translucent

Front flap is not perfectly aligned to the holes (but still works!)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] EvanJ18:
Finally!! A company smartened up and made a flip case with a notification led hole. Thanks for the find. This will make a lot of people very happy I'm sure.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] GoatsTech:
I wonder if it has a magnet to keep shut. The case itself looks great, and if it had magnetic shut I would certainly get it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
I don't think it has a magnet for the front. If you see the pic, the cover looks raised. LOL Actually look at the site the dang pic is too small..

http://www.shopandroid.com/seidio-ledger-flip-case-with-metal-kickstand/4AA17013.htm
[Nexus 5 Accessories] sy224048:
I'm stuck between this case and the Tech 21 Impact Snap flip cover. The Tech 21 seems to offer better protection and is leather, but this case doesn't look too bad. I can get the Tech 21 for about 22, and this one is 37

Sooooo which looks better after only seeing the pics and the descriptions?

EDIT: Also, according to the Tech21 thread the impact snap doesn't use the magnet wake either.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
The Tech21 looks like it can take a beating! LOL But I want a slimmer form like the Rock Slim one, which I am still waiting for and then saw this and jumped to get it. I am a fan of Seidio and have bought a Seidio product since my HTC Sensation days lol. So I am kind of stoked about this one. Besides the Tech21 doesn't have a notification cutout :cyclops:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Use SAVE15 for 15% off!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
Your links are broken now.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Links still working for me. :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] thetonyclifton:
Are there any flip cases that do magnetically close?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Yep, The Nilkin Fresh and the Cruzerlite Flip case that I heard of thus far. All have the "smart feature". I don't care much for it. I always press the damn power button on my N7 even though that has a smart function and that carried over to my phone lol.

My Rock Elegant Slim case came in. Here's a link, I'll post a review later today.THIS DOES NOT HAVE the magnetic closure/smart feature.

http://www.casesinthebox.com/rock-e...-case-for-lg-google-nexus-5-white_p16755.html
[Nexus 5 Accessories] thetonyclifton:
To be honest my question was less motivated by the smart feature and more the aesthetics of the case staying closed without an untidy looking clasp :D Do those cases both have clasps?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
The cruzerlite has a magnetic clasp. I have the black and white one. Pretty decent protection because it's basically the bugdroid tpu case glued into a clasp case. The nilkon does not from the pics I have seen.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] thetonyclifton:
Thank you.

Looks to me that the nillken has a groove/hook which keeps the case closed, I was looking for something completely flat which just stayed closed with a weak magnet.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
This one?

http://www.casesinthebox.com/nillki...r-cover-case-for-lg-nexus-5-black_p15977.html

http://www.amazon.com/Nillkin-Series-Smart-Leather-Google/dp/B00GQO4T60
[Nexus 5 Accessories] thetonyclifton:
Thanks, though I don't like the way the hinge is done on those cases. The search continues. I am very much looking forward yo your seidio ledger review though :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
I was like you when I was looking at cases for my OG N7. I didn't like the hinges at all, but I am personally over it now lol. Don't know what changed.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] thetonyclifton:
The official LG Quick cover and the seidio you are about to get seem to have much better looking hinges :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Updated OP with review of the case. Bottom line. BUY IT! :laugh:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] PsychDrummer:
Since you said it's not a magnetic cover, how well does it stay flat on the phone when closed? I do want this case, but I feel like the inaccurate LED cutout is going to bug me.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Beachbum2049:
This looks really nice, thanks for the review.

Question, for you, some people complained with other cases that repeated removal scratched the corners of their phone, do you think that will be an issue with this case?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] captainwahid:
Interested in finding this out as well. How does the front stay closed? Or is it open a little.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
I'm a lil OCD as well and it does bug me, but the other great things about the case outweigh that con, but YMMV on the LED cutout lol.

I am not sure how they are getting the corners scratched. If sand gets in it while in your pocket I am guessing? But if it scratches, where does it scratch the matte corners? I need to google that to read up on that complaint. Or do you mean when you take it off and put back on if the plastic corners would scratch it? Well if you take it out by sliding the power button side in first and then pressing down on the volume rocker side, I found the best to insert and also removing is similar; You pry a little of of each corner from where the flap is and the phone comes out cleanly. Keep in mind I also have a dbrand skin on the back. But I have taken it off and on a few times and I don't see it scratching the corners, especially when removing and inserting the phone cleanly as I described.

The front just stays closed with gravity. Like a book. Nothing holds it down. The flap is flush flat, mine is not open. Not a dealbreaker for me because I use the holster.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Beachbum2049:
It's on Amazon reviews of this case

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FN7S2CS?vs=1

And this

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EV8Y5MQ?cache=1390352402&pi=SS115#ref=pd_aw_sims_6
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Thanks for the links! I guess I can see "how" it can happen with those cases and truthfully it can possibly happen with the ledger. I say possibly because if you just pull the phone out without a method, the plastic corner that is gripping the phone and keeping it inserted will unintentionally scratch the corners. I have taken the phone in and out about 10 times so far and no scratches yet. I'll keep you all updated if something does happen. But this is my go to case now.

mmmmbacon has some vids pretty much explaining a neat way to take cases like these out without scratching. Pretty much what I said, depends on how you take your phone out! :)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2601790
[Nexus 5 Accessories] thetonyclifton:
My view is that a well made case like Seidio wont scratch the case, however grit, sand...whatever can get in between the case and the phone and will move around and scratch it up...that is my experience with those rigid cases anyway...so as long as the case is taken off and the phone kept clean you should be all good.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
That is one factor, but I can see the more rigid cases can scratch the edges. It can stem from a sharp edge left over from manufacturing, or it can even be a result in using the case itself to create something to scratch the edge; be it sand or whatever your poison.

My belief and opinion is the way one removes the case plays a big factor in scratches. Taking your time and having a method like mmmmbacon does would help a lot IMO.

I tend to agree with you for the most part in regards to Seidio products, but I definitely would not rule it out.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Beachbum2049:
All good food for thought.

Now my last question, the play store has the LG flip cover case 25% off, so it's close in price to the Seidio. Which would you chose?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Well they are both very similar. I don't have the LG case so I can't give it a fair answer. But looking at the pics, I see that the front flap does not have a hole for LEDs and second, how important is a kickstand function to you? To me the kickstand is just an added incentive to the quality of the case itself. Both can be used on wireless chargers. Besides those two differences that I can see, I would make my one sided decision, I would choose the Seidio. :p
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nexii:
I just bought mine off amazon for $20! Its actually perfect for what I wanted. Cut outs for both the speaker and a card slot to carry my Google Wallet card. The stand is a added bonus for me.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
WOW that's a steal! I didn't see a price difference after the discount for me, but for $20 bux it's a no brainer. Who did you buy it from for that cheap?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nexii:
I bought it from here. It seems that they jacked up the price, but here is part of my amazon invoice.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] imablackhat:
Ordered.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Good catch! Totally worth every penny!

You will not regret it! I don't! Even though I just ordered a neo hybrid because I want to put my replacement white carbon fiber dbrand on it lol.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] imablackhat:
I bought mine off shopandroid

Does it come with that holster in the pictures
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
No, the holster is separate. I have been using the holster with various cases and bumpers.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] SefEXE:
I was sitting on the fence, but will be getting it now!

I enjoyed the review and the pictures. :D

I do wish there was maybe another color, like black.

Or something. :rolleyes:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] imablackhat:
Got it today. Its niceeeee
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
I know, right? lol feel free to post pics man.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] thetonyclifton:
Mine is taking forever shipping from US...in fact I ordered something else days afterwards from a different company and despite being sent the same USPS international it has over taken the Siedio Ledger according to tracking.....doh!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] SefEXE:
Just got mine yesterday. It's awesome.

The back of it feels amazing, haha. It's a really smooth feel.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
I know! I fell in love with it immediately. I couldn't put it down!

But I have to report in a small defect in mine. Actually not 100% it's a defect. The top part corner on the inside top part of the soft case side has peeled up. Not sure if it was from rubbing in my pocket or what, but Shopandroid just sent me a replacement RMA one this morning. I can post pics later if anyone wants to see what I am talking about.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] SefEXE:
Yeah, a pic would be nice. :confused:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Here ya go...
[Nexus 5 Accessories] SefEXE:
Thanks for the pics. Haven't had too much time actually have the thing in my pocket, but I work tonight... so we'll see how that goes. I'm hoping yours was a rare occurence. :silly:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] imablackhat:
Hope that doesn't happen to mine. Although it probably will overtime. Seeing how the back feels. and going in and out of pockets.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
I'm inclined to agree, I hate this. Finally found a case I love and this happens! lol
[Nexus 5 Accessories] SefEXE:
It's happening at the bottom of my case... and looks to be happening around the kickstand as well. :(
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Dammit!!

I am waiting for my replacement from shopandroid (where I purchased mine), but I do have a Spigen Neo Hybrid coming for a review. :(
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Got my replacement and I already see the back peeling off when I removed it from the damn box!! I'm going to send an email to Seidio to see if there's anything they can do. Shopandroid only sells this stuff, just hoping Seidio can address this somehow.

Seidio just sent me an email asking for pictures even though I directed them to this thread. Well, guess I'll wait til next week to see what they say.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kleverfarias:
how is it goes on the pocket??
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Sorry, what is the question? How does it fit in the pocket?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] imablackhat:
Returned mine. Rather not waste time. Ordered official lg quick cover.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
I'd jump at the LG quick cover, however the lack of led cut out disturbs me, for being made for the N5.:eek:

Just to update you on the RMA status. I did get my replacement from shopandroid.com. However, the problem still exists. I took it out of the box, now knowing what to look for and I see the soft touch stuff was peeling off where the kickstand is.

I have been in contact with a few people at Seidio and bottom line, they are working with me in getting it replaced directly through them via what Seidio calls a WSRMA. I'll let you all know how it turns out. I submitted my WSRMA today was told that it can take 3 days to review and process. I am ok with that. I am in no rush. I am ok with my Spigen Neo Hybrid+dbrand CF :good:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Got my WSRMA Ledger case in today. Looks better than the other two I had. The cover is not as "loose" either. The cover seems to sit more center. I'll report back in a week to see if they did solve the soft touch backing issue. Seidio did say this should work but was told I can go back to Seidio if I am unhappy, which is a plus. I do miss this case lol.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kpjimmy:
Ok, spent the weekend with the new Ledger that Seidio sent me and found that the soft touch still rubs off on the corners, eventually. Mine started small and ended up big on the top inner corner of the case. I contacted Seidio via G+ and ask if it was just me experiencing the soft touch issue. They responded saying no, it's a known issue and expecting a fixed version next week. I'll contact them early next week if I do not hear from them.

So bottom line, you may not get the issues with the soft touch like I have, but just keep this in mind! I'll update the thread when I get new info.

So far Seidio has been pretty good, when speaking with them on G+. The email service is so-so, and the phone service is on par. They are in TX :cowboy: :laugh:.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] FuMMoD:
Notification cut out..... Hell yes, ordering one right now