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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Docmjldds:
I have a Fre for the S5. Just came today :good: I also have the Otterbox defender. With the defender I removed the screen protector since any moisture would get under that protector and made it a PITA to clean. So far in using for the past two hours I have no quarrels. It's basically a two piece snap together case. The fit seems very nice. I have the Grey/white version. The back is clear plastic surrounded by the grey hard rubber. The case itself is approx 2mm thinner than the Otterbox defender. The plastic screen protector does not interfere at all with tactile sensory feeling. I use a synthetic type cleaner on it that leaves a slick but clean surface so my finger slides nicely. The surface actually leaves no smudges under normal use, which is a plus. I guess the only negative is I actually preferred the feel im my hands with the Otterbox which uses the rubberized case backing, which is softer vs the harder rubber of the Lifeproof. But I can get used to how this feels with little issue. I was able to use the DAD14 code, BTW to get the 10% discount. I did opt to pay the extra 10 dollars for the Water protection add on that Lifeproof offers that guarantees it for one year. Sure I have my TMobile warrantee and insurance thru the jump program but that's still a hefty $150 deductible. My Monster Gold turbine earphones plug in without the add on water proof adapter. But just leaving the adapter on my line is the easiest mean to not lose that adapter.

Hope that helps. No, I have not tested it yet WRT jumping into my pool, which I am about to do, since it's in the low 100's here in the Sin City Las Vegas suburbs. (Henderson, NV.)
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] raynan:
These cases actually have a slightly better resistance rating...I think they are IP68 vs the SGS5's IP67 meaning they can theoretically go deeper for longer.:good:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] bogdaryl:
Ugh nobody has them in store anywhere.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
That sucks ! Let me know if it works with the Zagg Glass when you get one. :confused:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Heavy Metal:
I got it yesterday love it!!! Good feel lite, only con so far is the clear backing i would of rather had it all black or choice of colors including neon colors... but out of 10 I give it a 9+ only cause of color choice everything else I am well pleased... bit pricey but protecting phone from whatevers is worth it...

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
With a clear back you could put a sticker there to show off, I'm going to do that when I get mine but I'll buy another back so I'll have a stock no sticker and a sticker back.

Also waiting for BestBuy to get them, sucks having a gift card ugh.

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] spartandmd:
any chance this case works with wireless charger?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
I would say Zero, but this is purely speculation. ;)
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Docmjldds:
The Lifeproof case uses it's own screen protector. There's enough "give" I would guess so that an S5 with Zagg glass used in conjunction with the Lifeproof case would work, but then you lose all the stuff associated with Zagg glass since you are basically covering it over. I'm sure the feeling of the Zagg is better than the feeling of the LP glass protector, but I am quite satisfied in that this material barely shows smudges compared to just a stock screen. And it cleans quickly. I have used this case now for three days. No regrets. I did post my own mini review here a few posts back, BTW.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
Still no sighting at Bestbuy yet. Hopefully soon. Although i am kinda intrigued about the Incipio offGrid.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
Well I went to my local Bestbuy and they had no idea that the lifeproof was even out for the S5 or when they would get it. So I went to a Sprint store and we'll they had one so I got one. So far they screen protector is a little bit different. Mine dose not lay 100% on the screen. It has a tad and I mean a very little gap between the screen protector and the actual screen. Other than that I haven't had any issues yet, two phone calls and no echo or problem in call. Speaker dose not seem to be muffled like I've been told about lifeproof cases. I'll update after I use the case for a few days, as of now I have not seen any impact on signal(Sprint) but I'll pay attention of it dose.

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Christopher3712:
Coupon code "middleton15" gives you $12.00 off.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Morinzo:
I just can't see paying $80 for a case, but I might change my mind when I see it in person. Also reading that it causes dead spots on the touch screen where the screen protector doesn't fully touch the screen, can someone verify if this is true if they own one,

I went with the Spigen Tough Armor for now till I find something better.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] sporklover:
I've had a few of these on different phones.

I've loved them for outdoor activities (beach, pool, camping, etc etc etc...).... but for normal day-today usage I go with other cases (I just swap between lifeproof and other cases) because the Lifeproof case muffles sounds from the phone, and muffles my ability to speak clearly into the mic.

Great investment for someone that wants to take their phone swimming!
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
I have not had any issue with muffled sounds out of the ear piece or the speaker. And as far as dead spots on the screen, none that are major. You just have to get use to pressing a very slight about more to it to register. One thing I can tell will bug me is the rain bowing on the screen when it's off, I can hardly tell it's there when the screens on. Just my 2 cents for now since I've only had the case for 5 hours haha. So far so good.

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
OMG, not those nasty oil slicks again.....:eek:.......I'm still holding off on the LF case. :p
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
It might be me me not knowing how to clean the screen right. I'll have to take it off and clean it better.

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] SuFuCru:
Good call on Sprint having these. I picked up one after work. So far I love the design more than the S4. Made one call with it on and no muffling at all, which the S4 had a ton of. I'm guessing because they didn't have to go overkill on the waterproofing with this one. It does have some dead spots with it not sitting flush on the screen, so that'll take some getting used to. Finger swipe works just fine too.

So far I'm happy with it.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] C0derbear:
FWIW, I had a Lifeproof on my iPhone 4s previously for 2.5 years and I never had a usage problem, nor audio problem, and it did an admirable job of protecting the phone - I'm a cyclist so not only did the phone live in the back of my jersey pocket for many long and sweaty road bike rides, but also in my sweath inundated camelback for many mountain bike rides.

If it fit over the phone with the wireless back I'd try it ... and I may yet try one with an add-in card ... we'll see.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Galaxy S5 with the Zagg Glass fits just fine in the Lifeproof case and seems to be working great so far. :p

Does your LF case have this little notch in the yellow rubber by the charge port door? (see below pic)

:cowboy:
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] SuFuCru:
Mine does too. If you look at the part right by the microphone with the flap open, you can see that part kicks out just a bit past the opening.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
My case has the notch too, my guess is its for the mic. One thing I'd like to see is a Lifeproof holster, a guy at my work likes my case a lot better than his Defender but he has to have a holster. I did take my case off and clean the screen on my phone and the inside screen protector and I have no more oil slicks to report as of now, I'm also use to the screen protector now. So far I like this case many times better than my Defender, other than the color scheme I had for my Defender.

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
Went back to the Element case this morning as the "Oil Slicks" were rearing their ugly heads. :(
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] bogdaryl:
Wow did lifeproof did not impress me with the fre case. screen sensitivity was awful, dead spots on the screen. Sound wasn't a real problem nor was the mic and people hearing me, speakerphone was fine. Lifeproof needs to make the nuud version. I will be sending this back. I'll be picking up an Element Recon soon or maybe the preserver IDK just yet.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Heavy Metal:
I have it so far not bad but as I said above about back/color other than that... does not make it bulky and too much heavier...

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
I like mine, have no complaints yet. I would like to see a review/comparison between the Fre and the Preserver.

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Docmjldds:
I have same notch
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
I have not seen the preserver in person but there seems to be a big problem with the charging port cover. I believe that they made the area way to tight and you have to pry it open with a tool.

They are afraid to even show the opening in their installation video here:

Preserver Series Galaxy S5 Case
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Heavy Metal:
Seen then in Walmart already

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] i root SGH i777:
lifeproof

i was just watching some youtube reviews of the lifeproof fre for GS 5. it looks pretty high quality and i also would not mind having the extra security of a water proof case even if it means spending more $$.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
You saw the preserver cases in Wal-Mart?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Heavy Metal:
Yes!!! Was in Walmart in Elizabethtown Ky...

Bulky too.. compared to the lifeproof.

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
Guess I'll look for a preserver at my Walmart, don't know if I'll get one now. I like my Lifeproof case. Works fine, I've had no issues. Sounds fine and not muffled much just a tad compared to what everyone warned me about.

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Heavy Metal:
I like mine... did not like how preserver looked, to me looked too bulky... jmo

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Morinzo:
Still haven't really seen a s5 case that I like so I just bought the Spigen Tough Armor & iloome ScreenMate Tempered glass for now and really liking the combo.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Ravin_Dave:
Has anyone tried the LifeProof or the Otterbox with the Official Charging Cover ? Would give up my Spigen Tough Armour for one if it fits.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] captainsurrey:
would like to know this as well, although i highly doubt if it does
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] mcmb03:
Didn't see anyone post this yet, but until Saturday (6/22/14) you can get 15% off at LifeProof with the coupon code

middleton15

I got my case for $86 with 2 day shipping and full waterproofing :)
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ceelo2008:
Delete please
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] mcmb03:
Must've just happened. As of my post earlier today it was still available.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] church:
This case sucks don't buy it
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] felloffthetruck:
I'll have to agree 100% with this statement ! :p
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] bogdaryl:
Sending my LP back ASAP.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ceelo2008:
Now at best buy stores
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] elesbb:
Do they really suck that badly? Damn. I have the OtterBox Preserver case and am not too happy. Hate how they joined to front with the back. Seems to come apart easily. I had the Seidio Obex on my S4 and LOVED that. Emailed them to see if they are making an S5 version. Can't wait to hear back. Especially since you guys are saying the Fre sucks :(
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] SuFuCru:
I contacted LP today and they said when they come out with a fix that they will warranty replace anyone that has already purchased. I love the case, but have had a couple of echo complaints.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] diehardbattery:
I tried the otterbox with it, it doesn't fit.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] fsupartyboy850:
For all the people complaining about the oil slicks or water makings, try this.. http://youtu.be/Im7vvblnzoY it worked on my screen protector on my frè.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] idle0095:
Im using the Life proof with the OEM wireless door. It does fit but the power button and volume down do not press. Its because the buttons sit higher then the case now. The otter box one does not fit at all. You cant get it to snap together. I also contacted life proof about the bad echo and they have a fix and are sending me a replacement. They took them off sale until the fix.

I have no issues using the Life Proof now with the OEM wireless cover. It fits and everything works. Power button and volume down are fine to me. I use double tap to lock anyways so I never use the power button. I wish Samsung would just sell it with the wireless cover so OEMs would make a case.

Spigen Tough Armor does not fit the OEM Wireless cover either.

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I have the otterbox one and the charging port cover is a night mare. You cant get to the tab that covers the usb3.0 port.

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Thats part of the Microphone gasket. The yellow door gasket has to be cut like that.

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You want a holster buy the Note 3 seidio surface holster from shopandroid.com or seidioonline.com and it works perfect for the life proof for the S5. Im using it now.

This holster works great. http://www.shopandroid.com/seidio-surface-holster/4AA15693.htm

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I guess I should do one since I own both.

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I will say the Preserver is a lot thicker. I like how it snaps together. I like how the case sits on the screen and doesnt have a tall part around the screen like the Life Proof does. The finger print is easier to swipe then the Life Proof. I got both in white and the Otter Box seems to be built better. Also no Echo issue with Otter Box. Life Proof is know issue and being fixed. I cant find a holster to work with the the Otter Box. The note 3 seidio surface works with the Life Proof. I like how thin the Life Proof is. Over all I would recommend the Life Proof once they fix the echo issue. If you dont care about size then the Otter Box is for u.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] elesbb:
I have the OtterBox preserver, and if i drop it from > 5 feet (even at two feet depending how it lands) the two pieces fly apart. I honestly do not feel safe using that case. Prolly will get LifeProof ( i miss Seidio best case company imo) . I had the Obex case for the S4 and it was perfect. took a heck of a beating and nothing at all wrong with the device inside, nor the case. Seidio claims they have not finalized a Obex case for the s5 so i don't even know if they will make one. But i do hate the Preserver case a lot.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] mcmb03:
I really wish My wireless back would fit the Life Proof I just got in the mail! I may break down and buy one of the slips you can put in the back just to have wireless charging while using my Life Proof! Also, I couldn't get my case to fit while the wireless back was on? I would have really had to force the case on in order for it to close and didn't want to rick breaking it :)
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
How's the lifeproof case with a Zagg Glass screen protector? I'm thinking about getting a Zerolemon and if it's not water resistant I'll just swap out for the lifeproof when I need it.

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] davew41:
Never had an issue with mine so far I wash it daily

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[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Docmjldds:
I have the fix, albeit expensive for the oil slicks. I just installed the Spigen privacy glass on my phone. Then put it back in the case which is a nice snug fit. Absolutely ZERO rainbow effect, rings, Newton rings, oil slicks, or whatever term. I had a long talk too with a supervisor at Lifeproof and asked him if he thought an additional screen protector would help. He thought it was a good idea. Plus they sent me an E-Mail to get a new case if I wanted because of a possible manufacturing defect on how loose the Lifeproof protector is. He wasn't saying it's a known defect. He was only offering a thought that maybe a new case would be better. IOW, too much space between the Lifeproof screen and phone screen.Anyways, I just installed the Privacy glass protector from Spigen and now I cannot make any slicks appear. Very happy with my fix.

A side note, I had to order replacement USB cover since mine broke off, So I need to have this case for the waterproof capabilities. Bought three of them from a store on Amazon for 3.95 each. Comes from Hong Kong, but guaranteed original replacement. Decided to have extras just in case.

The Spigen privacy is thick and very high quality. After I installed it , it weas just as nice as a screen with no protector. It feels like glass. Can't say enough for this combo, IMHO.

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See my fix which actually works. I just posted.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] crasch:
Word of warning, if you have the OEM charging back from Samsung, it won't fit correctly. I got the power button to work but not the volume.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
Would love if Lifeproof made a holster for the S5 like the iPhones. I love the case but I'm thinking about getting a trident kraken case, I'd love to have a holster. Until lifeproof makes a holster then I'll come back to the life proof. Other than that the case has been great, the only time I see the oil slick( very small one) is when the screen is off but when it's on its not noticeable.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
I don't know if it was the last update or me not using the actual phone but it's hard to hear the other person
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] luigi90210:
my mom has this case and its a total PITA to get the charger port open

i would stay as far away from this case as you can if i were you
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Kinlem:
I've been trying to hold out on buying a Lp for my s5 hoping for a nuud version to come out. Someone in this thread said that on the Lp Facebook page that they won't be making one. Can someone else definitely confirm that Lp has no intention of making the nuud version for the s5?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] wcsc12:
I can confirm that statement. I messaged them about the release date of the Nuud to be told that they have no plans on releasing a Nuud version of the Lifeproof case for the Galaxy S 5. I was saddened as well because I've been waiting on it myself.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Kinlem:
That seems strange. They did it for the S4. Does any one know why?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] SuFuCru:
If you think about it, how could the make the nuud? There would be no way to seal around the home button. If they did, obviously the fingerprint scanner would be useless.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Kinlem:
I would think they do it the same way they did it for the iPhone 5s. A clear cutout for the finger print scanner
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] TalionDread:
I bought this case and I can confirm that accessing the charging port is very difficult. If you bite your nails or cut them short you'll never open it without a tool lol. The case itself though is fairly lightweight and comfortable. Other than the charging port I like the case a lot. I also like the fact that it double the phones IP67 rating to IP68 therefore providing water-proofing and shock-proofing up to 6.6ft. I do not plan on testing water resistance depths personally though but it'll be nice to use around the pool and not worry about the kids splashing it.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Heavy Metal:
Yup my nails are v v v short but I do manage to get the door open..

Grrr

SAMSUNG-SM-G900A, with 128gb SD & Rooted.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] Kinlem:
The charging port plug on the s5 is actually removable. If you remove the back you can use a small Phillips head to remove a small panel on the back. Then you can safely remove the plug. That way you only have to deal with the Lp case's door
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] ghostcamed302:
Anyone else having a issue hearing people while on call?
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] elesbb:
In all honesty, every review on YouTube that I have watched, real reviews meaning life conditions, not factory testing controlled conditions, the nuud was horrible at protecting the device. They probably just stopped making them due to that. I also read a lot of people had leaking around the top piece of the case.

I am going to rig a little flap on the battery cover to give you something to grab to make it easily openable. If i come up with something that is awesome and works great, i'll purchase a handful of the covers and rig them up and sell them. Maybe XDA members will get them for free ;)

I have the opposite. People say i sound muffled. But i did make a bunch of mods to my software, so it could be that. When i first got the case. I recorded all my conversations and didn't notice a problem with my voice in the recording, so i'm guessing it was something i did.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] v3rn:
I'm trying to decide between the fre and the preserver. Does anyone know if it's possible to use one of the wireless charging coils with the preserver? That would fix the biggest issue with the preserver. I've just heard too many issues with sound problems on the fre.
[Galaxy S 5 Accessories] spirodave:
delete
[Samsung Galaxy Gear] asolway1:
I'm using The new Gear Manager with Note 3. When my Gear gets a notification it triggers the Smart Alert and my phone light up (as if I waved my hand over my phone to check notifications). Is there a setting to turn this off or is it a bug with the new update. I didn't notice this with previous versions of the Gear Manager.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nghk:
I have to install omni rom 4.4.2 p6200 in root condition

But after finished, the device become unroot, can anybody help me?
[Samsung Galaxy Gear] blackknightavalon:
How many people are looking forward to this?

http://www.geek.com/android/report-...-from-android-to-tizen-1593881/?fullsite=true

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[Samsung Galaxy Gear] NightHawkUndead:
Already an open thead for this...
[Samsung Galaxy Gear] allendj81:
why would anyone want tizen over android? tizen is so limited, I dont get it. The only cool thing about the Gear2 is the removable bracelet straps.
[Samsung Galaxy Gear] Naddict:
please go here to discuss...http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2751435
[General Questions and Answers] Pudge_lord13:
I install chainfire 3d on my tab,after installing the plugins my tab wont boot:confused:
[General Questions and Answers] HardlyRock:
Is it not booting or rebooting again and again? If not booting you have to factory reset your tab through recovery mode