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[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] trialdei:
i have the pdair aluminum case, the ebay silicone case and the capdase silicone case (pictures attached). overall, i think this is the best case in terms of overall protection and usability. basically, the entire device is covered except for cutouts where needed. the material is a combination of hard plastic and silicone with a screen guard to boot and is about 2mm thick. goes on easy and doesn't fall off...makes your device a bit bulkier though.

the ebay silicone case (oad branded) is a complete turd. looks great in the packaging but just not usable! way to flimsy/thin to stay on--falls off every time you open/close the slider...complete disappointment...take a pass on this one. would be usable if they trimmed a bit of the sides and provided some kind of removeable adhesive.

the pdair case is great as well for those of you wanting a hard case...signal strength IS affected though, at least for me.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] fun_key:
Wow !

This may definitely be the solution! I tested plenty of tytn cases and none of the one I have fully satisfy me; those socks just look awesone.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] simonk12:
i'd love to get a link for that sillicone case...all the ones sold on ebay seems to not have a protection for the screen...am i right?

also, is it comfortable using the buttons coverd? it seens a little annoying...
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] trialdei:
i actually bought mine while travelling in hong kong but i've seen other posts where this link is given:

http://pdaden.com/shop/cart.php?target=product&action=view&product_id=18122&substring=tytn

the ebay has no screen protection but that's the least of your worries with that case.

actually, i kind of like the buttons covered...gives the buttons more of a solid, affirmative clicking action. the silicone is actually thinner near the buttons than the rest of the case so it works fine.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] acf:
Sena Case for Cingular 8525

I prefer the this vertical case for the 8525. It fits nicely and is easy to take in and out. It has a magnetic clasp that closes automatically.

http://www.senacases.com/catalog/Cingular-8125-8525-Vertical-Pouch-p-1-c-407.html
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] trialdei:
sena cases are great. had one for my axim x50v when i was using that. this thing is more of a sleeve than a full-fledged case though.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] QuachMD:
Here is what the Boxwave Active case looks like for the 8125:

http://www.boxwave.com/products/activecase/active-case-htc-wizard-cingular-8125_1160.htm

Put in a request for it here:

http://www.boxwave.com/community/request/request_model_13.htm
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] daemonk:
for you guys that use the pdair vertical case

http://www.mobilibox.com/achat/produit_details.php?id=446

or the horizontal one

http://www.proporta.com/F02/PPF02P05.php?t_id=2334&t_mode=des

does that plastic sheet that goes between the keyboard and the screen mess with the slider at all? I am just worried it will loosen the sliding mechanism with use since it does go between the two parts and looks kinda thick.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] Lurker0:
Thanks for yor report, I've ordered too.

I didn't find that there is not enough of the "juice". I have used only half of it.

The really bad thing is that they sent me wrong set: its bottom face piece would fit HERM100 (like Cingular 8525), but in no way it can be applied to TyTN (HERM200). How about your set? Was it right? I'm quite disappointed by this!

It strange that I even can't find a set of their site designed for HERM100 phones, and that the page I've ordered from clearly shows TyTN!

I didn't apply the screen protector. After your report I tried it with a stilus and I understand what do you mean. I already have Martin Fields Overlay Plus from the very first minute anyway... But I think the Shield should work better than you said after a day or two. Right now if I write with the stilus on the back cover, I feel it much better than the screen part on the paper. So I expect it should be the same on the screen after dry out...
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] QuachMD:
I've tried the Invisible Shield on my LifeDrive screen. It was (and still is) sticky and difficult to write on.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] jasjamming:
i just ordered the full invisible shield for my jasjam (8525 style) and will post some comments on it as soon as it arrives. I also bought some ipod socks from ebay for some added protection when its stuffed into my hydrapack and im bombing down the mountain on some single tracks.

I got sick of my leather case (piel frama), always unclipping it to use it etcc... it became a hassle. I am so used to my ex-nokias (now my wifes hand-me-downs) when I just put them in my pocket, spin them on my desk, and not worry about it.

I hope the invisible shield covers just enough to prevent some scratches on the body. If it does, then that is ample...

I guess you have to trade some scratches for ease and usability efficiency.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] anath:
you won't be disappointed withe the sheilds, they protect very well but do leave a large part of the unit exposed - in particular the whole front. What I did was cut the screen protector into strips and used those accross the front sides and other areas that were not covered, I already had a boxwave screen protector so did not need this
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] stoneytheman:
Veripart premium leather case

Does anyone have experience with this case?

http://www.pdashop.nl/product/33584/27901/3338/veripart-premium-leather-case-htc-tytn.html

I browsed through this topic and looked at dozens of different cases, but did not read any postings on this particular case.

BTW: my favorite case untill now is the Norêve (http://www.noreve.com/brand/HTC/product/Housse_cuir_HTC_TyTN_-_Qtek_9600_-_SPV_M3100.html ).
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] jasjamming:
Hi anath,

can you post some pics of the custom shields you placed on the front. I also will not use the invisible shield screen protector and use my EXIM instead.

Cheers,

Ronny
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] shadowboxer:
I ordered this one for my 8525 yesterday. Comes from Hong Kong, so don't know how long it will take to come in, but when it does, I will post about how well it works.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] chainbolt:
I am using this case since a couple of weeks. Good quality, high grade alu, it fits perfectly, but it is a bit "bulky".
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] daedalia:
I use a 3rd Gen iPod sleeve, I liked the Blackberry sleeve cases and the way you could whip it out and slip it back in easily, plus with the clip on the outside it fits in the pocket nicely.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] joeglo:
Seidio Spring Clip Holster is Here!!!!!

The Seidio Spring Clip Holster for the 8525 is finally a reality. I had this holster for my 8125 and it was great!

http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=589

Sounds like it has been improved from the 8125 model with a rubberized feel to protect from scratches.

I just ordered one!:D
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] shadowboxer:
Keep us posted and let us know how it turns out when you get it.

thanks
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] datruth:
Looks great

$30.00 seems a bit much.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] wwwes:
mobile planet htc tytn case

I got the tytn case from mobile planet. ordered dec 5th, they said 3 days to ship....got it 29th after cancelling the other stuff in my order that still wasn't in. they are not organized.... and I am impatient.

the magnets on the flap apparently trick my 8525 into going landscape, so when I pull it out and turn it on it rotates after a few seconds. other than that the case is nice. usb jack is exposed for headset/charging. sometimes buttons get hit pulling it out since it is a tight fit.

if anyone wants pics I'll post em.

wes
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] jasjamming:
please post some pic, curious to see the case.

I actually just use an invisible shield + an ipod sock (kudos to pof for the idea). it is actually a neat solution.

in fact the ipod sock is hardly on the pdaphone, the only thing that is currently giving some kind of protection is the invisible shield and it is working great so far. therefore i am happy as i have a slim line protection solution.

i dont really like belt clips as 1) i do not wear a belt (as i hardly wear formal pants) and 2) i feel kinda akward with it, . for me its jeans and a sports jacket at work (great benefit of being an academic). so my pda slips nicely into my back pocket with minimal buldge or my suit jacket pocket.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] r111:
I found three products like this on the apple.com store:

http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=7AB1E70A&nplm=M9603G/A

http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=7248952B&nplm=M9129G/A

http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=800771CE&nplm=M9940G/A

Which one is the best fit? Is this an Apple product -- is it available from anyone else but Apple?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] wwwes:
stay away from the mobile planet case

I have had nothing but trouble with this case. it has two very powerful magnets that trick the hermes into thinking the keyboard has been opened. I like to run windows media player, and toggle the screen off. this also locks most of the buttons. when I close the flap on the case while playing music, the phone wakes up and the buttons are live again. the backlight comes on, and if you bump it it might call someone. Many times the buttons are pressed when pulling it out of the case, and 90% of the time it answers the phone for me when I pick it up.

magnets+hermes=bad
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] daemonk:
I just received my shieldzone kit. 2 of the cutout stickers don't fit on all hermes models so I kinda had to adjust it by cutting it and repositioning it a little. Overall I think its pretty useful. It does not cover everything, but I think it covers all the essential parts (corners, back, screen).
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] jasjamming:
is your device a herm100(like he dopod, cingular or jasjam) or herm200 (TYTN) device?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] daemonk:
Softbank. I think thats a herm200 device.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] Radimus:
I use a generic "Large Cell Phone" case from Wal-Mart.

$10.00. It slides in lengthwise and the USB port is accessable if you push some elastic out of the way.

Only real complaint is that I sometimes push the power button in pulling the phone out
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] QuachMD:
I just got the Brando case, and thus far I'm not overly impressed. The TyTN sits pretty flush in the compartment, but the larger cover doesn't sit flush over the front (the holes don't sit exactly where they should, so some of the buttons are partially covered, and the front camera is also partially covered.)

I figure if I stretch out the leather enough, the front cover should sit where it's supposed to. But still, when the front cover is closed, you lose access to the jog wheel/OK button/Voice command button, as well as the Connectivity button on the other side.

I probably should have gone with this case (which looks like it gets around the button issues), but the Brando looked more professional:

http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={C9CB08E7-3C1B-42CB-A5B3-715991DEA6AD}

Oh well... guess I'm still in the market for a case.... :o
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] weinson:
I agree with the comments below re the brando case -- I currently have a Brando case and a Piel Frama -- summaries below.

Brando Workshop -- This case does not work for me. Due to the design, when the front flap screen flap is open, you can't, one handed, use the buttons on the left side of the phone ... big flaw (since I use the OK button all the time ... and need the scroll wheel as well). If you have the main flap open you can in theory access the left side buttons (if you fold the cover back) but the leather is so thick my fingers can't really get in to use them. Case does have good protection ... and the keyboard slides out while in the case.

Piel Frama -- expensive, but I like this case. I actually am finding it works well for both the PDA functions and Phone functions. The front flap easily and quickly folds in back when I need to use the device to make calls, and the keyboard still slips out to use the PDA. I never have to take the phone out of the case (which I like). I wish it had better corner protection, but you can't have everything. The fact that the phone hangs upside down is not really an issue, as you get pretty adept at pulling the phone off your belt and orienting it the correct way. Leather is nice and thin enough to hit the buttons through the cut-outs (see comments above re the Brando case). I am not that bothered by the plastic which sits over the keyboard to hold the phone in place (some folks worry it could lead to keyboard looseness). At the moment, this is my everyday case.

I have the seidio design case on order ... allegedly shipped and en route. I will append this posting once I have played around with that case. I envision that case for when I am in the office or during work hours, but will use the piel frama case at other times so I can throw my phone into a bag/pocket and still have some protection.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] peregrine48:
Treo 650 Case

I also am using my old Treo 650 standard leather case which fits perfectly, can be a little difficult to get the phone out though.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] QuachMD:
Does anyone have the IDS case?

http://www.ids.hk/item_detail.asp?itemID={C9CB08E7-3C1B-42CB-A5B3-715991DEA6AD}#

I'm thinking of picking this one up, but I'm afraid that the jog wheel and buttons on the left side might be recessed inside too much to be accessible (the Brando case has this problem). Does anyone have this case?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] rdayan:
Anyone got the $10 silicone from thepocketsoulutions?

I looked in the thread and did not see anyone mentione this skin?

http://www.thepocketsolution.com/PSI-31831.html
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] software_samurai:
Good case!

I took a chance and bought the Seidio case for my TyTn: (http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=589):

After using it for a week, I thought I'd share my evaluation with everyone:

Pro:

Overall, I'd say it's good. (By far, much better than the standard HTC case!) The case is sturdy, and coated with a soft rubber. The belt clip is large and can rotate. In fact, it rotates with a click-position sort of action that keeps my TyTn at one of 7 angles. The part of the case that faces the LCD is covered with a soft velvet lining, but the way the case is designed, the LCD doesn't touch the case. The large clip on top that holds the TyTn in place is firm, and has an extra-soft bit where it touches the TyTn. All of the side buttons/scroll wheel are easy to get to, as well as the bottom USB port. Putting the TyTn into the case is trivial - just slide it down and then press it in to "snap" it into place. Removing it is pretty easy too, although I'm still practicing on the one-hand removal technique :o . (I find it easier, simplier, and faster to just reach around with my left hand to pull the top clip up, and then lift the TyTn up and out with my right hand.)

Con:

When the TyTn is placed into the holder, the top clip doesn't come over the top of the TyTn completely. It appears to be about 1-2 mm short. (However, it still does an excellent job of firmly holding the TyTn in place.) Perhaps it's a good thing that it doesn't actually touch the top part of the TyTn itself, but at first glance you may think it's a design flaw.

Conclusion:

If you want a case that makes it very easy to pull out the TyTn and work with it right away (like a blackberry's case), then I'd recommend this case. Yeah it's $30, but hey, my TyTn's worth it! (So much better than the standard HTC case!) :D
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] warmkiwi99:
i would be worried it might accidentally get dislodged if you bumped into something? or is it really very securely held?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] dew.man:
PocketSolution has a long reputation of ripping people off...
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] software_samurai:
No worries

I had the same concern. But the top holding clip is not weak. The phone is pretty secure once it's in the holder. Even if you bump the clip itself, I don't think the phone is going to fall out of the holder. You really need to lift the clip up in order to extract the phone.

I guess I should add one more note to my review: This case isn't designed to protect the phone 100%. By that I mean, obviously, the entire back and most of the sides of the phone are exposed. So I wouldn't recommend it to someone working in, say, a construction zone. But for the average Joe, I still think it's good.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] andilla:
after reading this thread for like an hour... i think i've decided to go with the silicone jacket from pdaden.... thanks for the review and pictures trialdei... shadowboxer ... how's it dealing with pdaden? trustworthy and fast? Any after thoughts post purchase? any additional information would help me make a purchase....

p.s. i live in toronto canada.. anywhere locally where i can get this skin and/or other tytn goodies?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] ktwildchild:
I bought one a while back and it is crap. It won't stay on the phone like it's supposed to and makes it difficult to open and close the keyboard.

I too have ordered a couple of new cases from PDADEN and I am waiting for their arrival. I will post photos and tell more after I receive the new ones.

I am now on my 3rd case (or is it 4th, 5th...).

Also, I found out from Innopocket that they will be releaing a case for the TyTN sometime this month. I used one of theirs with my Treo when I had it and I really liked it alot.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] GPetrow:
I had the Seidio holster for my Treo 650 (feels like forever ago), and it was great. I may have to try it on my 8525.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] LightningDammitt:
Those of you with the Seidio....

Is it possible to put the 8525 in with the front facing out?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] weinson:
Interestingly, it is. I never even contemplated that orientation, but just tried it out (since I happen to have my 8525 sitting in its holster on my belt now) and it seems to work just fine.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] Quilliam:
I have the skin case with plastic cover mentioned earlier in this thread (the person who got one while traveling through Hong Kong).

Anyway here is a major draw back to that case.

I loved it at first, but I realized that it was making my buttons not work (also somtimes made keyboard not work). I think it presses to firmly on buttons causing a problem.

For the longest time I thought it was a software I had installed.

Turned out I just took off the case and problem solved.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] LightningDammitt:
Thanks for the reply weinson-

That's cool! My previous phone I had a clip like the Seidio, and would put it IN my pocket, but clip it to the outside of the pocket...

That way the clip just stays on the phone, so it's still easy to get the phone out...

Would need a screen lock applied though...

This is probbaly the way I'll go!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] software_samurai:
Yes. But if you do, you run the risk of bumping the phone into something (doorknob?) and damaging the LCD display.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] naveen:
how do you like it?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] raymondu999:
How would you take the stylus out?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] Quilliam:
I bought both the seidio holster and the metal case.

Here is my quick review.

The Holster:

The holster case is the best yet (of holsters I've tried), if you like holster cases. It has a spring mounted clip (surounded by rubber) so you can easily remove the phone and no scratches (my old holster for my treo 650 scrathed the top bad).

The case is very form fitting, keeps it tight in the pocket (I like to wear mine inside my pocket).

Only negative is that the cammera and back is completley unprotected. It says on their site you cannot put a skin on it (which I have had trouble with skins on the 8525 anyway per a previous post). But the instructions inside the package say you can also use it with a skin.

The METAL case:

I was very skeptical about using a metal case. I had one for my treo650 and it just was hard to use.

However this is my new case of choice. It realy protects the phone. It is very tight on the phone (form fitting) and can easily fit inside my pocket without looking huge.

It is surprisingly easy to acess the keyboard and touch screen when needed. All main buttons are easily reached without opening.

Only negative I see so far is it is a bit tough to reach the comm manager button. But I hardly ever use that button anyway and when I do need it I just have to kind of poke to get it so no bid deal.

So IMHO if you want a tight case that offers mega protection and is very usable, try the SEIDIO metal case. I was plesantly surprised. And this will be my case until a crystal case comes out.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] harryk1372:
I got this Tumi one for Treo and it's good for Hermes. The quality is excellent of course and highly recommended.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] daedalia:
I have one for a 3rd gen 30Gb iPod, that model was quite a wideboy. Generally the bigger the hard drive the fatter the case and you need a fat one. I think they make generic ones now that stretch to fit all. Get onto eBay, they'll be a lot cheaper.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] SomethingWicked:
I was looking through Amazon.com and found the Cingular 8525 Armor by Boxwave. It comes in Silver and Black. Since it's not mentioned in this thread yet, I'll post some pics. It's the one I'm considering since their other Active case isn't yet available for the 8525.

You can find these on Amazon.com simply by searching on "8525 Armor"

Cheers! Jesse

ps. my FIRST post on this forum heheheeee......
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] aadadams:
I picked this one up. Seems like a very nice case. I will post back with my impression after I receive it.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] abubasim:
P990i Case!

I had a Sony Ericsson P990i which I traded for an i-mate JASJAM. For the P990i I had Sony Ericsson's IEC-20 Executive Case. I kept this case when trading phones. I find that the JASJAM fits perfectly inside, much better than with the original case that came with the JASJAM :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] Quilliam:
My reveiw of the Seidio metal case is the same (think they all sell the exact same case).
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Accessories] wpbear:
This is the same case on ebay and it falls of the phone everytime you touch it. Great idea poor design!