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[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
Aluminium Bumper

Kewers Aluminium Bumper for Z1C Coming Soon!!!

Deason.iFantasy Bumper Z1C, OUT NOW!! Don't see any Micro USB opening :(
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] jlgjlg:
The Deason iFantasy Bumper looks very nice.

I actually like having only a cut out for the magnetic cable.

But i wonder what will happen if the phone fall on the ground with an aluminium bumper.

It add a little weight and will not absorb the shock.

Maybe the energy will be transmitted to the front glass, all around the edge, and will break it.

What do you think ?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
I don't think so, as seen on similar Aluminium Bumper case normally has "Soft padding inside" which will act as impact supporter, also prevent your frame been scratch while installing the Aluminium case. We will see when it released and I am interested on Kewers Case.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] hol17:
Just got this today and it fits SUPER tight against the phone. I believe it is made for the Z1f.

The case is slim and has the USB, magnetic charger, and SIM ports open. The volume, power, and camera buttons are harder to press but I don't mind that.

This is way better than the bookcover case I initially had. I'll take some pictures of the case soon.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] cc546:
http://juggly.cn/archives/102490.html

http://rbdirect.jp/rb/products/detail.php?product_id=101818

http://jetstream.bz/archives/13979

Great looking bumper.

http://www.rastabanana.com/list.html?cid=&keywords=z1+f&page=2&order=normal

http://www.rastabanana.com/list.html?cid=&keywords=z1+f&page=3&order=normal

http://item.rakuten.co.jp/keitai/476-4673/

I personally love this kind of case but it is quite expensive so I settle with this one ...review (for Z1) here
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] LaZiODROID:
Yes, I tried my L case on the Z1. It fits very well. But naturally, the holes don't line up with the many ports/doors on the side of the Z1.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
Right, Kewers now available taking Pre-Order and will be ship beginning of April. Taiwan Dollar $1480, £29.50, USD48.50, international shipping additional Taiwan Dollar $700, £14, USD 23.

Will do a full review once I received mine. Have a good day!!
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] trewelu:
Is Kewers really for z1 c? From the photo, it has a solid bottom area, which will block the speaker. There is a hole at bottomof front screen, but as AFAIK that is the location of the z2 speaker.

Look like they also have an additional phone strap hole on left side near the bottom.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
It is for Z1C you can check their facebook or www.kewers.com . Yes, speaker direction is a bit strange (to divert the sound to front) however i understand why they design like that as they want to user to be able to hear clearly when playing games/ movie.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] alinafia:
How do you make order?

all in Chinese...
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] choboii:
Yes I am also curious as to how to order. Someone who knows how to read the website and can ship to the US should take count of how many people actually would buy and then sell to us. Lol.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] cc546:
So, I bought that case mentioned in the last post...

http://www.caseswill.com/rock-elega...-mini-z1-compact-m51w-d5503-black_p11205.html

It's really good looking, I don't even like flip cases but I highly recommend this one
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] alinafia:
I did translate and make account, unfortunately the shipping option is only inside Taiwan no international.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
Although I can read chinese but there is google translate, or use a google translate plugin on your browser to read chinese. I've check it works on both website they sell their item.

http://www.pcstore.com.tw/kewers/

http://www.kewers.com/
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] alinafia:
But no international shipping option.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
Yes, international. When register account Ignore the location selection, after you added to basket and checkout they will ask for shipping address therefore you can select "EU, ASIA, America, etc" then your address. Shipping fees automatic calculated based on what your region is.

I was doubt yesterday and contact them on FB but they confirm they shipped internationally. I've placed an order yesterday too and received confirmation by email. Print Screen below and I did some translation for you as some mistake on their site when use google translate.

Edited ; -

Added new instructions to navigate the website (follow in this order),

Step 1

Step 2

Instructions
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] alinafia:
Ok.. Will try make the order. U using which website to order?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
their official website. http://www.kewers.com/
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] alinafia:
k, thanks....gold look nice..
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] einfachgaer:
Thank you for the instructions. I've checked how much they want me to pay... Shipping to Europe + case are round about 51,79€. :eek:
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
Taiwan Dollar $1480, £29.50, USD48.50, international shipping additional Taiwan Dollar $700, £14, USD 23.

Total will be $2180, £43.50, USD71.50
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] x3ducky:
The yellow tpu bumper case from rasta banana looks nice but I can't find a way to have these cases shipped to USA. :(
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] alinafia:
Downside of that bumper it does not have opening for magnetic charging. Which very important.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] spoidar:
The Muvit case has a cutout for the magnetic connector that's too small to use with the DK32 dock. Also, the clear plastic backing ruins the camera when using flash - it basically turns the entire back into a big glowing reflector that shines the light straight back into the sensor, so you can't use flash photography with this case. I definitely don't recommend this case.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] choboii:
Has anyone tried the CaseMate Tough Naked yet?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] BlackHatGuy:
DRACO ONE

Looks like DRACO ONE also has an aluminium bumper at dx-box for far less than the Kewers one.

Anyone have experience with DRACO ONE?

NOTE: since I'm a new user, I can't post links, so just head over to dx-box.com and search for "DRACO ONE Aluminum Bumper for SONY Xperia Z1 Compact"
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
Don't have experience with DARCO Z1 compact model but I've seen it even before Z1C launched but I don't like the sharp edge and design. Price wise is cheaper but i prefer better design and quality.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] DcR-Nl:
Found something similar on eBay (here) for US $16,14, w/ worldwide free shipping. Can anybody confirm if these are the same bumper cases and/or if they are good..? I'm afraid they will scratch off some of the paint on the outside of the Z1c (aluminum on plastic).

//EDIT: Please read this: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=52294727
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] Wurstwarenfachverkäuferin:
Not meaning to troll or anything (seriously), but how do you take a call one-handed with a case like that (any book-type flip case, basically)?

... looking for a flip case for the z1c, too, but the flip-down-cases I've seen so far seemed quite bulky to me.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] Phukkitt:
Using the phone one handed with a flip case is pretty hard (almost impossible with the one I have since it refuses to stay open), but answering a call isn't very hard at all; just open it with your thumb and slide to answer, then let it close itself and talk like normal since there is a hole for the speaker in the lid. This is way easier with your right hand than your left one.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] cc546:
It's not that big, you can hold the case with one hand. I have a small 6 inch hand.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] charlatan01:
I can't imagine them being different from the Jetstream one. If I read the Jetstream translation correctly, it looks like they've taken some care not to have a case that scratches...

"Because a cushion spread around on the inside as well as Type.1, there was no play thanks to cushion things like interfere with the bumper, nor."

Looks nice, but I am not sure I am up for it...
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] DcR-Nl:
@charlatan01

Thanks, well, I accepted the 'risk' and ordered a red one. Hopefully it complements the black Z1C and doesn't make it feel too bulky. Will report back (and attach some photos) when it arrives. Too bad it takes 9 - 23 workdays :crying:...
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] baste07:
I hope otter starts creating cases for xperia
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] vjprax:
Cases which i selected for my White Z1C

I have ordered for 2 cases planning for 3rd :highfive:

1. Sonivo Fusion Case - Black (only) :good:

https://in.mobilefun.com/44122-sonivo-fusion-case-for-sony-xperia-z1-compact---black.htm

2. Toughgaurd Polycarbonate Crystal clear shell case :fingers-crossed:

https://in.mobilefun.com/43564-polycarbonate-shell-case-for-sony-xperia-z1-compact---100-clear.htm

3. Planning to buy Case mate Barely There Clear

http://www.case-mate.in/barely-there-973.html

The first 2 in shipping mostly will reach within 5 days..

The 3rd one after having a look at both of them.. :o

Guys your go on all these three cases, have any one tried one of these?? :confused:
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] pathaniya:
Any opinions about this?

http://goo.gl/AAMF2d

or this

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2671318

or this

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2633881
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] charlatan01:
I am at a loss. I can't translate the jpg's they use, so I can't tell how to get past the cart...
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] pathaniya:
Or you can wait for this, DevilCase U.S. they are some coming up with the same stuff but only in English ;p

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Devi...8520031891616?ref=stream&hc_location=timeline

It's already been mentioned by "thermalboys"
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
I don't understand what you want to translate? google translate quite good but small spelling mistake on kewers. Mine will arrive tomorrow :)

Follow the instructions : -

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=51385301&postcount=74
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] charlatan01:
Thanks. Problem solved by using Google Chrome browser with translation, as opposed to a translator plugin for Firefox :silly: . Ordered.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] trilogias:
tell us your experience with them
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
kewers arrived!!! :)

review tonight with pics.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] vjprax:
Recived Sonivo Fusion Case

Hi Guys,

Today received the Sonivo Fusion Case for Xperia Z1C from mobilefun.com. Will post some pics and will soon give my opinion about that..
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] bimbar:
Yesterday I received a casemate barely there, but I did send it back because there is no hole for the magnetic charging port :( .
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] vjprax:
Apart from the absent cutout for magnetic charging port how was the cashmere barely there buddy?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
Kewers Review :)
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] djdana:
Tip if you want a good tpu cover look for a cruzerlite bugdroid case.

Fits perfect and also the edges of the screen are well coverd.

And all of the ports and buttons are not coverd.

Verstuurd vanaf mijn D5503 met Tapatalk
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] vjprax:
Review On Sonivo Fusion Case

Today i received my Sonivo Fusion Case from https://in.mobilefun.com/44122-sonivo-fusion-case-for-sony-xperia-z1-compact---black.htm

Price:

1011 INR / $16.60

Shipping

:

900 INR/ $15 (Even for multiple products the shipping charges remains the same)

OCS Worldwide Shipping with tracking details + Overnite Express within India (Tracking Details Obtained by calling OCS India Mumbai)

Received in 5 working days (UK to Pondicherry, INDIA)

Product Box:

Is very simple and doesn't look upmarket for the price i have paid. Transparent with the Sonovio logo on the top. No screen gaurd only the case.

Product:

Immediately taking out the product i felt the quality of the material used is simply superb.

It has a black Rubber like material used as the bumper and a transparent hard plastic shell which shows of your beauty of your Z1C.

The Plastic back and the rubber bumper has been molded nicely to each other & i doesn't feel flimsy at all.

The Quality of rubber used is thin with mildly hard but the feel they have added to it is nice & worth the money.

Fit:

Snug fitting no loose ends/gaps. Easy to remove and refit.

Cutouts:

Camera & Flash

2nd Mic

Micro USB Port

Magnetic Charging Port

Speaker Area

3.5 mm jack

Power button ( Volume rocker & Camera Shutter key has been covered by the Bumper in Rubber)

Pros:

Thin and Upmarket,

Back is transparent,

Covers all the sides with a rubber material that seems to last for yrs,

No dust deposition between the back hard shell and the phone. (3days of heavy use)

Cons:

Camera shutter key really need your full effort as it has been covered by rubber material

Had similar experiance with the volume rocker too but not as hard as the camera key.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] wumpscut223:
Has anyone heard from DevilCase regarding a release date/preorder?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
According to their FB, told that will release in April (This month) but not have any dates yet. Proxy USD 50
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] bimbar:
Apart from that, I liked it.

ARBEIT ANGST KONSUMTERROR
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] SXUsr:
I recommend the Terrapin - Sony Xperia Z1 Compact Hybrid Rubberised Back Cover Armour Case - I've posted some pictures a few pages back, it's one of the cheapest but one of the best and slimmest cases I've seen and/or used yet.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] vjprax:
It is nice, but i doesnt come transparent.. I am looking for a hard case which is transparent..:cyclops:
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] spoidar:
Looks like this case will break flash photography thanks to the clear plastic back and light refracting/reflecting back into the lense, just like the Muvit?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] blue_quartz:
Some pictures from me to prove...

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It really is a snug fit, even the outline is almost similar.

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The snug fit is due to the inner protruding edges shown here that provides a decent amount of friction, preventing the phone from slipping out easily. I tried to apply a bit more pressure on the sides to see if it may cause any scratching but I couldn't see any - perhaps time will tell, especially when leather expands a little over time.

The micro velvet lining (Sena's words) leaves a bit of its particles on the screen for now, hopefully it'll become a little cleaner when I start to use it more often.

The one last thing to note is that there is an embedded circular magnet meant for locking/unlocking the Z10 when it's in and out of the case. It obviously doesn't work with the Z1C so all it's doing now is to create a little bulge on the left's back (if you take the Sena logo as the front).
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] heavyhms:
Yes, after a week the lining leaves no particle at all :good:
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] gibihr:
Ultra thin back cover 0.3mm

Has anybody seen somewhere 0.3 mm rough cases? I used to buy those for the HTC ONE. I saw online that there are some for the z1.

Example http://www.ebay.it/itm/0-3MM-ULTRA-...esCasesPouches&var&hash=item4ad27476ad&_uhb=1

Is thewre something like this for our z1 compact?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] SXUsr:
See the Terrapin one I posted on the last page I think, pictures posted earlier in the thread.

Sent from the app on my Z1C...
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] juried:
I used a clear IMAK case for a few days... it is made from a hard plastic so scratches galore after a very short time. Fail.Back to a TPU gel case. I'm just looking for a nice slim fit version. Hard to see between the zillions on ebay.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] infamous6622:
i really like this, anyone seen a similar case on ebay??.

http://tokocase.com/sony/xperia-z1f-compact/simplism-ultra-thin-cover-sony-xperia-z1f-compact
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] tgill.:
Not on ebay, but on its on rakuten.

Search "simplism thin cover set".
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] SXUsr:
Looks exactly like the Terrapin one I'm using.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] Arup ZR:
I did but there is no cut out for magnetic charger so I switched to Cruizerlite Bugdroid.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] Bogeyman17:
can you please post some pictures and impression of the Cruzerlite Bugdroid case?

I know there are already a couple of pics on few pages back, but I want to see more of it. Thanks! :)
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] Marsters:
are there any other aluminium cases for the z1c except the china and taiwan ones?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
So far "NO", most aluminium cases are from China and Taiwan, there one Japanese Aluminium case now have Z1C version. (HERE)
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] charlatan01:
Just as an FYI, I have found the Kewers case to be very tricky to get connected properly on the magnetic charging base. It seems like it puts the charge connection just out of reach... sometimes it connects, but most times I have to open the USB flap and plug a cable in myself.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] wumpscut223:
Isn't the Z1C the same size as the Z1F? They have a Z1F case on their page.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] thermalboyz:
Z1C and Z1f is same size, opps just looking at their site. Now they have Z1C version. Checked few weeks back not yet released. So now you have Japanese version of aluminium bumper.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] wumpscut223:
The trick is figuring out how to read Japanese and place an order to ship to the US :)
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] charlatan01:
Google Chrome browser + translation. The Firefox translation plugins don't work as well...
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] LotoTutu:
They are similar size but different indeed.

The button and cover flap are in different position. Their case are different.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] nopk:
Im looking through their site and see references to the Z1F .. but not the Z1C in their store? am I missing something or is it maybe on the site but not in the store yet?

I really like the look of those bumpers..

nopk

--ninja edit, I am blind.. I see 'compact' in light grey text below z1f now.. so I take it they are the same case..
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] LotoTutu:
Sony Z1 Compact ASF

Only the version of Japan SO-02F comes with a ASF.

There is not a ASF on the International Xperia Z1 compact.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] spoidar:
Yes there is. You can both feel and see it quite plainly.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] LotoTutu:
What's your version of your phone ?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] spoidar:
d5503, sn: Cb5axxxxxx
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] hol17:
I have the ASF as well with the same model and SN above. Bought mine from HandTec.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] spoidar:
I'm pretty sure they all come with it as standard.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] komedol:
I own two cases: Capdase Soft Jacket Xpose and Krusell FrostCover. I have Nillkin installed tempered glass on the front and back protector.

1. Capdase case is made of TPU; covers both top and bottom part of the phone and leaves most of the ports exposed (inexplicably except the magnetic charge port). Doesn't add much bulk and comfortable to grip. Covers the phone well (Not too slippery too. Camera & flash cutouts are adequate.

2. Krusell made of hard plastic and very slim (but not sure if it fits in a dock since I don't own a dock). The important ports are exposed (including the magnetic charge port), plus at the back Krusell made a cutout so that the Xperia logo from the back of Z1C visible (nifty touch). But the top and bottom part of the phone is not covered and the plastic is kinda slippery (and made me worried about scratching the phone itself).

Of those two, I like the Capdase better, but I really wish they made a cutout on the magnetic port.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] hol17:
They do. I haven't read anything to say otherwise.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] MedicalFlyer:
Case Mate Tough

Had my Z1c a few days now and lving it over my old Xperia S. Once they fix the notification sound crackle all will be good.

So far I've tried the Cruzerlite Bugdroid which I really didn't like. I'm not a big fan of TPU/silicon cases but it was exceedingly tight to fit and remove. It also made the volume and camera buttons harder to use. It's back to Amazon with that one.

Now using a Case-Mate Tough. Very nice case just a shame about the magnetic charging port being covered.I've modified it so there's just enough room to connect the cable (ebay specials). Also makes the buttons easier to use and looks like it will hold up just as well as previous versions I've owned.

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If only someone (C-M, Otterbox, Trident or similar) would make something like the C-M Tough that has access for the mag port they'd be on for a winner.

I did e-mail C-M about releasing a revised version but they said they currently have no plans to do so.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] LotoTutu:
Yes. I find that the Z1 c comes with a screen ASF. And there is not an ASF on its back cover.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] spoidar:
Yes, that's correct, because the back is polycarbonate.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] choboii:
How did you cut the polycarbonate part of the case? I have the casemate tough naked case version and am trying to figure out a way to cutout the magnetic port. Because this case provides all the protection I need besides an opening for the magnetic port.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] MedicalFlyer:
It's annoying isn't it? Here's how I did mine.

I rested the phone in the outer section so I could mark where the port is. After that I tried carefully scoring it with a utility knife. It was taking ages to make a small cut in the material. I gave up with that idea and got a small pair of wire cutters (make sure they're sharp) to cut the two sides. Then after making some more cuts to break up the part I wanted to remove I bent the pieces over till they snapped off (easiest part).

By the looks of it you only need to cut up till the curve in the outer case and you should be fine.

The the silicon section I marked up with it inside the outer. Take your time and don't cut the whole width of it and you'll still get a snug fit on the phone.

It's a bit of a pain to do and even harder to make it look tidy after but it's the only option if you want the protection and usability.
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] glennza:
Very annoying! I can't find any stores that will ship the Terrapin case to Australia. Nothing on ebay either.

I have always used a wriststrap with my phones. Probably a bit too paranoid about dropping it. Am I the only one? (It's great that the Z1C has a hole for one).
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] bigdfmartin:
Terrapin case

I have the black rubberized Terrapin case on my black Z1C. It looks pretty nice, but doesn't provide the grip I was hoping for. In fact, it feels MORE slippery to me, so I ordered a silicone gel case. The Case Mate Tough looks best to me, but I hate to cut a hole in a brand-new $35 case for the charging port.

dave
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] Wurstwarenfachverkäuferin:
Are there any thin slip-on cases with no cut-outs except for the magnetic charging port (and the screen, of course)? ... or even none at all (except for the screen, again) - so that you could drill/cut them yourself as desired?
[Xperia Z1 Compact Accessories] LotoTutu:
How about rear camera? No cut-out for it?