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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Tha_ape:
I found the cheapo Caseology works well

I read this page when I was looking for cases for my S5 and tried to get the most recommended one on amazon, but it was on back order, so I bought a cheapo case to try and hold me over. I wasnt expecting it to work with the wireless charging cover, the original plan was to use it with the regular cover and hold off putting the wireless cover on until the recommended case was back in stock. I even sent an email to the company asking them to hurry up. It turned out to be a good decision. Not only did it the cover work with the Caseology case, but it didnt look 1/2 bad. I ended up cancelling my other order and have been using the case ever since.

I got a complaint from a couple people about an echo the day I got the case, so I widend up the microphone hole with a hot needle. It looked like crap, so I use a razor blade to scrape away the burnt parts. That is the only part I could have done better. Melting the case wasnt THAT bad, but I probably should have just carved the hole out by rotating tip of a steak knife in it if I had it to do over.

Here are the pics with the wireless charging cover on + case. Absolutely no issues with NFC, wireless charging, or the IR Port (a huge concern of mine). All of the buttons are easy to press and work fine. The heart rate sensor is recessed a lot more (mostly due to the wireless charging cover, but it doesnt affect its functionality and provides more protection to the camera

http://imgur.com/a/qYqkD

(Sorry, dont know how to put an album in here)
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] avhokie:
So, what are the odds that someone has a list of compatible cases that they can share instead of having to dig through 500 posts to find out? :)
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] cliffclaven:
Where can I get a uag case at? What I mean is what retail company or store hopefully a Best Buy can I go and put my case there and see what happens?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] goatslayerwp:
Case that works with S5 Wireless charging

I decided to do an experiment, and it worked. The Otterbox Preserver works when you remove the foam from the back part of the case and then slice down the rubber gasket around the speaker hole. I did this and it works fine and is still waterproof.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] marcogtt:
Any picture?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] mmark27:
Seriously. I was hoping that the OP had culled all the posts as they came in and made a list in the OP that would save endless searching. Alas, that was not the "case" and so this thread is pretty useless at 50 pages.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Capa1970:
I absolutely love this case. My previous case was slippery and it finally cracked slightly on a fall after 4 months (screen was fine) and so I needed to replace it. I like the fit and finish on this and it is slim and yet feels protective. The only negative is that it is more difficult to remove than my previous one if I want to access the micro SD card or battery.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] insertcleverusername:
As far as I can see, after reading through the entire topic, there really only are two choices: the "Incipio Dual Pro Shine" or the "Diztronic Full Matte Flexible TPU Case".

I'm however having a hard time deciding on which one to purchase. Anyone with any tips/wice words before I place my order?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] KenIzz:
There is also the "TUDIA Ultra Slim LITE TPU Bumper Protective Case for Samsung Galaxy S5 ** ONLY Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S 5 Wireless Charging Battery Cover**"
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] claytonjn:
There's also a Tudia case designed for the wireless back. That's the one I chose and I can say it fits perfectly. Which one to chose is mostly personal preference though.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] insertcleverusername:
Ohh, I missed that one. Thanks for the heads up guys! And thanks for your personal opinion of the case claytonjn!

So now that I have three choices i'm even more confused! :confused::laugh:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] f308gt4:
There is also the Magpul Case (See posts 438 and 485).
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] mythic82:
Got myself a Verus Iron Shield case and it works great with the Samsung original charging back. Just a bit harder to get on, not much. Buttons and all are aligned perfectly, due to the nature of the case build (hard sides, softer strechier rubberized back). The only downside would be a small gap between the phone and the case below the flash when the charging back is on, due to how the charging back is formed. Not an issue in my eyes and barely noticeable.

Charging perfectly with both the orginal samsung chargers i own (mini that came with the back cover and The original QI car charger/holder), and the heating of the phone is barely noticeable when holding the phone due to the rubber back. Feels like an optimal choice and the best cover i have ever had by far. Good looking, great grip and great protection. And best of all now the phone is water-resistant and i wont wear down the usb port and the flap that protects the usb port from water making the phone last.

ps. Also got this screen protector so i know i can drop the thing on a rock and still be safe.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] insertcleverusername:
Thank you f308gt4! Yet another case that I missed (although when it comes to the Magpul case that might have been for the better, that's one ugly case). When I in my previous most said that I had read through the topic I clearly must have been exaggerating. What I must have meant to say is that I had skimmed through the topic porly. :o

The Verus Iron Shield looks very appealing! At first (before finding out that it wouldn't fit) I actually was thinking about purchasing a Spigen Neo Hybrid.

Nice to hear that buttons and openings align well. How is the opening for the microusb port? The pictures make it look like it might be somewhat awkward opening the flap whilst having the case on.

I wonder, could the aluminium frame interfer with the reception in any way? Seeing as it is aluminium it might also be scratch prone, have you noticed that it scratches easily?

A downside with the Verus is it's price, 37 $ here in Europe. I'm contemplating whether or not it is worth the money.

I know that I might be asking too much (feel free to ignore me) but I would love a picture or two of the phone with the case, especially (if possible) showcasing the gap that you mention.

The Diztronic case has a good price and a clean design. Some reviews mention that it feels "cheap" which worries me a bit. (I have had my fair share of cheap poor chinese ebay cases.)

The Tudia case looks like "a lot of case for the money". I'm not particularly fond of the glossy plastic look at the top and bottom. As with the Diztronic case I'm kinda wondering whether it feels cheap in the hand?

The Incipio case looks good and sturdy. I just fear that it might be very scratch prone.

Ahh, decisions, decisions, decisions...
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] mythic82:
It all aligns great and i dont find it hard to open the flap at all, its a bit deeper so if you have thick fingers it might be harder. With charging back on Im not really using it much anymore. I guess the frame could theoretically effect the reception but considering the antennas position on thephone you would need a very specific angle on the phone to the nearest and only base station in that area. So its a very slim chance under very specific circumstances and i have not noticed it. Other objects in your surrounding is much more likely to affect the signal strength. I have no scratches on the frame so far. Not able to take any pictures sorry, dont have a second camera around. Dont really know about all the other cases but this one really feels great to me. Metal and hard grip friendly rubber. Fells like it can take a beating too.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] iovaniorgovan:
mythic82, two questions:

-why aren't you using the Verus case with the charging back anymore, problems?

-is the aluminium frame prone to have the side buttons pressed without will when holding the phone like in this video? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4ivQt_Vmjs&list=UU39ksXdYyLCEu22zk_VsXXw

After reading the last 10-12 pages of this thread I conclude the Verus Iron Shield is the most qualitative case which won't make a $650 phone feel cheap.

Then there is the Belkin AIR PROTECT Grip Bumper which is a bumper, but well made one, and will leave the original back exposed, which doesn't feel cheap also.

I wonder which one of these two has the best in hand grip?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] s3axel:
Anybody knowing a nice leather book-style case that fits to the Samsung wireless charging back?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] iovaniorgovan:
After a long-ish search, I found, imo, the most qualitative cheap frame for the S5:

Push Pull Aluminum Alloy Metal Bumper Case Cover For Samsung Galaxy S 5 V i9600

http://www.ebay.com/itm/251524626476

I like it because is doesn't have hinge, hence it's symmetrical. I think it will fit no problem with the wireless charging back.

Any opinions on aluminium frames in general (like signal loss, thickness, etc) and maybe this one in particular?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] mythic82:
-Im not sure why you drew that conclusion, still using the case, not using the flap on the usb port much though because i don't have to charge it through usb anymore.

-Not having any issue with the buttons, nothing like the video. Needs just the right amount of pressure to respond and clicks satisfyingly.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] JS987:
I've recently tried the Incipio Dual Pro Shine, Verus Iron Shield, and the Diztronic cases on my S5 with the Samsung charging back. Quick review - cheaper may be better.

Incipio Dual Pro Shine - The soft part of the case fits ok but I can't seem to get the hard shell to fit well. It's like there's enough of a bulge in the back to keep the outer case from mating properly over the soft part of the case. Possibly due to that, it also would NOT charge with the PowerBot PB1041 Qi Wireless Car Charger (cheapest Qi mobile I could find). Finally, I didn't like the feel of the hard shell portion of the case. It didn't feel very secure with a slick surface in my hand. Might be prone to scratches too.

Verus Iron Shield - Soft part of the case fits but seems just a bit small when looking at the face of the phone. Hopefully it needs to settle/stretch a bit but right now there's a little bit of the silver band from the side of the phone showing on both sides of the screen. On most cases I've used this is covered by the lip that comes over the front of the phone. The metal band fits over the soft case fine. It looks nicer than "just" a TPU case and it does give a firm grip surface. Buttons work well & other pressing around the edge does not affect the phone - this is NOT the case in the youtube video mentioned earlier. Phone with case charges fine with Samsung & Nokia bases and the PowerBot car charger.

Diztronic - Yes it's just a TPU case but it fits the best of these 3 (for me). It has a good feel - nether too soft or hard & 'grippy' enough to feel secure in the hand. All the cutouts & holes are sized & located correctly. The lip over the front face of the phone covers the phone trim and comes onto the glass surface (not the screen) a bit all around. This may be a cosmetic 'nit' for me that others don't mind so much - but it might be an advantage over the Verus case if using a screen protector (I don't have one yet). Phone charging with the case is fine. Also easiest to take off/on if one needs access to SIM or memory cards.

Summary: The Incipio is not for me for fit, feel, & function reasons. For the Verus case I'll work with the fit over the front edges some more - I want to like this case more. Right now the Diztronic is my favorite. I'll try to update this when I try a screen protector with these. . . . . .
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] mythic82:
I have the silver band too on the verus case because of the stretch in the material, but only like 0.5mm on the middle right side. Nothing that bothers me, or something you will notice unless you really looking for it.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] iovaniorgovan:
about the Verus case

So I found the Verus case at around $28 in my country and had it delivered really quick.

Mounted it, tested it, here's what I have to say: it's good but the whole result is a too big device to hold in hands (I'm 1.71meters tall, normal size hands/palms) when compared my old S4.

Yes, the comparison is not quite fair because the S4 in the pictures below has a normal back, not wireless charging. But on the other hand, I don't need an OEM thicker back to make it go Qi charging because I can get one of those 1mm thin coils an put in under the original back without a hustle, thus keeping the S4 thin.

Go through the detailed pictures I took https://www.dropbox.com/sh/y4lagvl08nih8ze/AACCN1BMhjgvXqPPwBesQHJAa?dl=0.

The quality of the case seems but especially looks above average.

Fitting it was a bit tricky but nothing out of the ordinary. The S5 chromed contour is still a bit visible, which I like. I would suggest to Verus to make a transparent TPU version of this case.

Overall feels solid, not creak noises, no bulges, except near the heart rate sensor where there is a small gap, noticeable if you really look for it. Access to the heart rate sensor is difficult, Shealth asks me numerous times to repeat the measurement - heat it. I measure the heart rate with my S4 really easy wit the Heart Rate Pro app.

But the Shealt version on the S5 is generally better... enough off topic.

The side buttons look really nice but are hard(er) to press. Imagine going through an Aluminium button, a TPU layer and only then reaching the original button.

Fingerprint scanner not really influenced.

The USB flap is really hard to reach at, its deep down. Longer nails help. See photos.

The headset jack is buried deep. Original earphones work, other might not.

The IR sensor + secondary mic holes are not properly aligned, maybe because of the wireless charging back added thickness.

The hold in palm of the S5 is worst now because of the added width and thickness - I hate it.

It's the first day with my S5 as a daily driver. I give it a couple of weeks to impress me, otherwise I'm going back to the S4. I love the thermometer and humidity sensor on it. A fingerprint scanner would have been a nice addition on the S4, but hey, offtopic again.

Give valuable, as much as professional feedback as you can guys!
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] insertcleverusername:
Many good posts recently, thanks for that!

I myself ruled out Incipio due to the so-so fit and proneness to scratches.

The Verus case still looks the best of the bunch. There are however quite a few reviews on amazon complaining about poor quality of the aluminium frame which is a bit worrisome. In the end the fact that I can get four Tudia cases or three Diztronic cases for the price of one Verus swayed me away from it.

That left me with the Tudia and Diztronic cases, cases which are indeed very similar. After having read a few posts saying that the Tudia case fits a tad better that's the one I went for. Hopefully I will be satisfied!

Now I have to find myself a good tempered glass screen protector...
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Riothamus:
Wirelsss Charging

This is good to know!

I love the Otterbox Defender. I might have preferred the other series they make, but my need for a belt clip ruled out.

I haven't ordered a Wireless Charging back yet as I've just converted to the S5 (I was on the S3 and have a few pads because my charging port was bad, could only charge wirelessly), but I'm gauging if my pads will work and also if my case will work, i.e. all I will need is the charging back or if this will be more costly.

I didn't find any other mention of people trying the Defender in this thread, but would be helpful to hear if anybody else has experience!
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] jason-tech-uk:
I agree with you totally on that one. Although wireless charging is brilliant I think people are just to used to using the standard plug and cable
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] zbylu:
Does anybody is strugling with wireless charging?

I've got a problem since when charging I've got screens in many colours and I need to reboot. When I started charging in old fashioned way this problem is not occurring. Is there any body with the same problem?

Wysłane z mojego SM-G900F
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] juDGEY2k10:
Anyone know if this one will fit a wireless card?

http://www.cm4.com/shop/p-26-galaxy-s5-wallet-case-q-card-case-for-samsung-galaxy-s5.aspx

Cheers
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] dpwhitty11:
I had the Tudia case delivered today, it's very nice. I got the clear version. It fits better than the Diztronic but the buttons are slightly harder to press.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] zbylu:
I allways wonder if there will be problem holding cards close to the Phone? As I remember I have seen one time message to not hold cards close to cell phones....
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] juDGEY2k10:
Thanks for reaching out to use. Unfortunately our Q Card Case does not fits the S5 with the thicker wireless charging backplate. Just let me know if you have any other questions.

Cheers,

Mark

Customer Support
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] deadmansink:
I'm using a Lifeproof case and just received the Qi $10 kit on Ebay; no need for replacement cover. It works pretty well as long as the phone is placed just right on the charging pad. It appears as though that the bump-outs for the camera and the speaker are the main reason for not being able to just place the phone any old way. Hope this helps.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Pivo187:
Does anyone know if the otterbox cases will work with wireless charging?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] C0derbear:
Otterbox Preserver works with both an add incard and the Sammy back, but Sammy works much better. My nightstand has a Cloe charge base.

Sent from the aether.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Pivo187:
I have the commuter series...So with my case I cant use wireless charge?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ohman2013:
question

Just curious, did you every get an answer about this? Thanks!
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] nesskur000:
Otterbox Defender

I have have the Otterbox Defender, and you can't fit the hard plastic inner shell around the phone with the wireless back. It will not fit. I wish it did, and I also just wish that wireless charging was standard just make the phone cost a bit more so that we could have the form fitting cases and wireless charging.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] elpeter:
Thanks for the pictures! It's a pity that I can't buy the Versus case because Amazon not ship to Spain and it is not available at Amazon Spain :(
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Pivo187:
any1 try to the otterbox commuter case?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] C0derbear:
If you peel out the foam and trim the speaker gasket it fits nicely.

Sent from the aether.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Polleman3165:
According to Otterbox, no it dosn't fit the original charging cover.

Quote : Each OtterBox case is engineered specifically to fit the device it will protect. Our cases are not designed to accommodate additional cases or accessories, such as wireless charging cover.

Regards

Poul
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] C0derbear:
Correction, I have the preserver, not defender.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] kraamerica:
Did you order this and if so, does it fit with the Samsung wireless back cover? Thanks in advance!
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] yoonus:
From many posts I read, I concluded it will not fit. Hence I went for powerqi receiver card (smilar to one from fonesalesman) for wireless charging.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] [Lemmy]:
I have that case from before I bought the charger back, it is really great... but does NOT work with the original Samsung charger back.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] iovaniorgovan:
"Quote:

Originally Posted by iovaniorgovan

After a long-ish search, I found, imo, the most qualitative cheap frame for the S5:

Push Pull Aluminum Alloy Metal Bumper Case Cover For Samsung Galaxy S 5 V i9600

http://www.ebay.com/itm/251524626476

I like it because is doesn't have hinge, hence it's symmetrical. I think it will fit no problem with the wireless charging bac

Any opinions on aluminium frames in general (like signal loss, thickness, etc) and maybe this one in particular?"

It's unbelievable I ordered the thing about 7 weeks ago and it still didn't arrived. Until then I'm wearing my Qi enables S5 naked and hope I won't drop it.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] alxrock:
The Otterbox Commuter case will work with the wireless charging back, but the hard shell will have a small gap on the top and bottom of the case. I have 2 commuter cases and have used them both with the official Samsung wireless charging back (and a Nokia qi charger). The small gap wasn't that bad, but it bothered me enough that I gave up on wireless charging.

Sent from my SM-G900P
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] dpwhitty11:
I'll answer that. No, it doesn't fit. The rubber doesn't wrap all the way around. I gave mine to my brother and went with the Tudia.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] shanghei:
Is phone still water resistant?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] kraamerica:
Yikes. Not good. Not good at all. Thanks though.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] dpwhitty11:
What, with the official back? Of course. Not with a card though. And a case wouldn't effect it either way.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] DaMacIRC:
I see people still looking for cases, unsure if it is mentioned in past pages, but if not then I have a case that fits perfect for you... Diztronic sells a case on Amazon that is specific to the S5 with Qi wireless charging back cover.

Title is: Diztronic Full Matte Black Flexible TPU Case Exclusively Compatible with Samsung Wireless Charging Cover for Galaxy S5 - Retail Packaging

Price is $9.99 with free two-day shipping for Prime members, bought mine on November 7th, been using it since Nov 10th and I absolutely love it.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] mitch44:
Ditztronic is a good case, but i hate that high frame on the display side. Next is, it has no good grip. But i have to live with that things, because there is no other case which will fit.

Sent from my S5
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] DaMacIRC:
Everything you said is true, the slick backside is tough sometimes, but I regard the raised edge on the front side a positive when it does take a tumble, added protection for me which I believe has attributed to saving my screen a time or two.

Our options are quite limited unfortunately. Luckily when I had the S3 with the same Qi charging back, I was able to use a case made for the phone, but actually stretched to fit perfect and snug which I used until I upgraded phones.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] shanghei:
So is there a list of cases that work or do you have to look at each comments to see what people say?

Thanks
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] hallster88:
case that fits wireless cover

TUDIA Ultra Slim LITE TPU Bumper Protective Case for Samsung Galaxy S5 ** ONLY Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S 5 Wireless Charging Battery Cover**

or

Diztronic Full Matte Black Flexible TPU Case Exclusively Compatible with Samsung Wireless Charging Cover for Galaxy S5 - Retail Packaging

by Diztronic

Both on Amazon.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] eSSeMM:
I got a Ditztronic case yesterday and I am *very* pleased with it.

:)
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] p_shad0w:
Got the tudia case and I think I prefer it even over the SGP slim armor...surprisingly pleased with it
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] coelhooliveirar:
Does anybody recommend a really efficient wireless QI charger? I have one and it's really frustrating. 1 hour and not even 40% of charge.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] dpwhitty11:
That's about as efficient as it gets.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] coelhooliveirar:
Did you intend to be useful with this answer?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] dpwhitty11:
Yes? That's literally as efficient as wireless charging gets. In fact, 35-40%/hour is on the high end.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] coelhooliveirar:
What you said it's better than what I´ve been getting. Less than 10% for half an hour. Which wireless charger have you used with your S5?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] dpwhitty11:
I use the full-sized official one from Samsung.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] coelhooliveirar:
Thank you, now you were really helpful. I just bought the Samsung Pad Charger today it is really worthy.