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[G3 Accessories] jfriend33:
others have complained of this issue. I think they used a few strips of tape adhered carefully to the back and it tightened things up.

How long does it take on average to receive an order from expansys? It says its in stock?

I am also finding the lg cch320g slim guard case on mytrendyphone.com but their website is acting really slow. They said free shipping would arrive in 7-10 days from new york.
[G3 Accessories] Biggster:
Any update on your slim guard from myphonetrend? They're based in UK, right?
[G3 Accessories] BurtGummer:
Avoid mytrendyphone.com like the the plague. I gave this company the benefit of the doubt and ordered the Slim Guard case through them. A week after placing the order I called their office to get an update. I was told by two associates that there was no record of my order even though funds had already been deducted from my account. I was told to wait 24 hours for a response from their supervisor-I gave them 48 hours and received no response. I called them again and was told by the same female associate that her supervisor was out of the office. At this point, I called up PayPal and opened a case. PayPal, as always, came through and retrieved my money. This company is very shady. If you must see for yourself, I would suggest buying through PayPal or with a credit card so you have purchase protection.
[G3 Accessories] Bobg1231:
FYI to anyone looking for this case. I ordered from Amazon.de on March 2nd and received it on March 13th. Cost me $38 with shipping. You just have to make sure you choose Amazon as the seller and I used Google translate with my phone to help me figure out what to click.
[G3 Accessories] Fentadroid:
Nice review!! I've the same case and it's great :)
[G3 Accessories] Next123:
Easy to take off?

I have a spare battery that I swap regularly. My question is how easy/hard is it to remove this case to access the back?
[G3 Accessories] manaxda:
I also have a spare battery and change it from time to time. Easy to remove. I find it easier to insert the case by putting a business card or a credit card between the top edge and the case, then pushing the case in place and removing the card. Quite pleased with the case.
[G3 Accessories] sgandy2989:
Anyone know where else to find one of the case? I've taken the advice of some of the people on here and still can't find one.
[G3 Accessories] judith prietht:
So... slight update. I did drop my phone quite a few times and the case worked a treat, with absolutely no damage to the handset. The only result was very slight cosmetic scratches to one corner of the case ; this was after quite a high fall onto pavement, when the phone fell from my jacket pocket. After using the case for some time, I actually started treating my phone as if it was some kind of G-Shock variant, so confident was I in the protection afforded by the bumper.

But, me being an idiot, I bricked my G3 while trying to root in haste the other day, and have since had to sell it to a recycling firm. I'm therefore selling my case, which I don't believe is available any longer in the UK. I know the community rules forbid selling, and I really hope I'm not breaking them by mentioning this, but I've been keeping up with this thread and know that people are struggling to find these cases any more. A quick ebay search for 'lg g3 slim guard case (oem)' and you can pick mine up.

On a side note, since bricking the G3 I've picked up a 64Gb OnePlus One, and so far am VERY impressed. I've only had it for a fortnight or so, so I know there's plenty of time for the lag and issues to creep in, but at this stage I prefer it to the LG. CM12 is great, and as a first time user of the ROM I can see why people like it so much. Not sure I prefer it to Paranoid Android yet, but it's infinitely preferably and aesthetically much more appealing than LG's software. The handset is fractionally larger, but the G3 was massive anyway, and I've found the Diztronic TPU case to be fantastic, 2nd only to the slim guard in cases I've used to date. Off topic, but hey - great phone!
[G3 Accessories] monkeefied:
[MENTION=738425]judith[/MENTION] is yours the wireless charge version? Pm sent
[G3 Accessories] kountry83:
Does anyone have a lg g3 f460 cch-370 slim guard case they dont want anymore? I would appreciate it alot.

Thank you
[G3 Accessories] fridaycider:
I have the international version and personally am not liking it as it doesn't seem to fit that we'll on the sides . I'm using a supercase and its much better . so am not using mine .
[G3 Accessories] kountry83:
[MENTION=1952421]fridaycider[/MENTION]

Would you sell yours to me please? I would really appreciate it.

Thank you
[G3 Accessories] tietganFTW:
I bought the slim guard case and initially I thought it was awesome since it's slim and protects all sides, and fits well.

However, after a few weeks of usage, there were multiple scratches and air bubble-like pops on the back. I presume it's the outermost layer of coating peeling from the inner material. The bubbles make the cover look less premium and less sleek and more flawed. However overall it's still a good cover, though I think i'll be changing to another case (S-line case) since i ordered it online.
[G3 Accessories] manaox2:
Gotta say after using the slim guard more than a year and having none of that, you make it sound like you may have received a counterfeit.
[G3 Accessories] kountry83:
[MENTION=4837737]tietganFTW[/MENTION] [MENTION=3008102]manaox2[/MENTION]

Hi,

I finally found one but the guy wants 62.00 for it and he only had light purple. I thought they would of went down in price by now. Ugggh! I cant afford that...
[G3 Accessories] tietganFTW:
i'm pretty sure it's the original since it has the authentic sticker from LG and everything. I think it's just the oleophobic layer peeling after some scratches to it. Nothing major though, only small cosmetic flaws
[G3 Accessories] BurtGummer:
I ordered mine from expansys and I can vouch for the "air bubble-like pops" on the back. These accumulated over time from normal wear

They're kind of hard to spot in photo but they're there and very noticeable in person.
[G3 Accessories] kountry83:
No help on getting one for my lg g3 f460?

I ordered the one from ebay for 45.00 and it was totally different. It was for the F400. :(
[G3 Accessories] absell:
Ciao in Italia dove la hai trovata ?
[G3 Accessories] 3mannoel:
Just thought you should know, there is actually an International variant of this case (attached below). And you can order from expansys. I called them up already and I verified that the item is the international version and is shipping from Hong Kong. This should work with the wireless charging since the pins will align perfectly with the international model. Good luck with ordering guys! My friend who is coming from Singapore already got me both colors and should be getting it this Tuesday. Will just post the pictures once I get it. ^_^
[G3 Accessories] avid.aria:
expansys only shows the back of the case, I'd rather see the pins and then buy it!!!
[G3 Accessories] j76ms:
Thanks for showing this! It shows they are making the correct model for us. Only problem is expansys-usa does not carry it. If I order it from expansys-uk then it costs over $80!
[G3 Accessories] 3mannoel:
Some more pictures given by my friend on how it looks like. Costed $40USD in the store in Singapore. Luckily I am saving myself the shipping cost since my friend is bringing it back home here in PH. Will post the actual pictures once I got it! Can't wait!
[G3 Accessories] WinDroidGuy:
Can he bring back a couple extra? I'd like 1 of each color
[G3 Accessories] nessthiss:
Mobilefun now has the slim guard case available for preorder in black and white. $50.49, estimated shipping date is 8/4/14

It does not explicitly say that this does wireless charging. Since Verizon is selling quickcircle cases with and without wireless charging I'm concerned about anything that doesn't come out and say it.
[G3 Accessories] wolfhelm:
I ordered one of these and the wireless charging sticker from aliexpress

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Fact...G-G3-CASE-D885-D830-D851-D850/1971193812.html

So I'll put together my own...

Maybe I should have been more patient... But I'm not.
[G3 Accessories] j76ms:
Very nice! Let us know when you get em.
[G3 Accessories] jerflash:
i cant wait any longer...im going to order from expansys-usa...i called them and they said they can get it for under 50 shipped
[G3 Accessories] awtryau89:
I just did the same. It was $52 bucks but I got priority shipping. I am impatient. I am going to take this Circle case back to AT&T so I will net out about $10 cheaper.

The item number on Expansys is 262011. It is not available on the US site but if you purchase it through the UK site it will get sent to Illinois and then shipped out to you. In all about 7-10 days. I ordered mine over the phone but you can do it over the UK site as well.
[G3 Accessories] asilentcivilian:
$52? UK to US currency conversion is about $87 US dollars. I really want to get one but I'm not paying that much lol
[G3 Accessories] awtryau89:
Its $52 US. No conversion there.
[G3 Accessories] asilentcivilian:
Wait... If I check out on the UK site, it's 51£. That converts to $87. What am I missing?
[G3 Accessories] awtryau89:
Below is the text from my confirmation email:

Item / Stock Qty Price Total

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262011 LG Slim Guard Case for LG G3 (Black) 1 45.99 45.99

Est. 2 Days

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45.99

Shipping Info 5.99

Tax 0.00

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Total 51.98

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These prices are in US Dollars.

Orders being shipped to Illinois will be subject to local sales tax.

You have chosen to pay by Credit card.
[G3 Accessories] asilentcivilian:
Sweet. Thanks for this. I'll try and go through the purchase then.
[G3 Accessories] awtryau89:
If you have any trouble, just give them a call tomorrow morning. They will order it for you and there will be no confusion.
[G3 Accessories] asilentcivilian:
So this is what I'm shown during check out. Which shipping did you choose?
[G3 Accessories] awtryau89:
I didn't. I ordered mine over the phone and they gave me Priority Mail shipping. You better wait and call them in the morning.
[G3 Accessories] gavinfabl:
Just reviewed the official lg premium hard case in tan http://gavinsgadgets.wordpress.com/2014/07/22/lg-g3-premium-hard-case-in-tan-review/
[G3 Accessories] evoker1984:
If some has come to visit Taiwan recently, you can buy international version of slim guard around 32 USD. i just got one and the qi work smoothly :)
[G3 Accessories] wolfhelm:
Unfortunately that one is the one that goes over the back cover, not the one that replaces the back cover. We're all in desperate search of the international replacement back cover with qi support, particularly here in the US because the LG G3 does not ship with a cover that has the qi antenna built in.
[G3 Accessories] Pheno.menon:
So which is better to order from if I want a white US slim guard (with back plate replacement), mobilefun or expansys?

Transmission sent from my LG G3.
[G3 Accessories] gavinfabl:
Must be very frustrating. But then LG only gave the UK the 16gb.
[G3 Accessories] cajun9924:
I too would like to know the best place to get slim guard in white with qi charging....thanks
[G3 Accessories] j76ms:
I emailed expansys-us last night asking how to purchase the black slim guard case from expansys-uk for around $50. I have not received a response yet. I will update if they respond.
[G3 Accessories] cajun9924:
I called expansys-us and ordered the white with fast shipping for $51 and change....just gave them the item number for the white one from uk site....item number for white is 262017
[G3 Accessories] Xvigor55:
Hey man, out of curiosity what number did call? I spent the whole day trying to call the expansys-us # [309-834-0323] and got no answer. The just kept ringing and ringing. Im dying to get on these cases.

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[G3 Accessories] cajun9924:
Thats the number i called....got thru first try
[G3 Accessories] stas333:
same here. cant get anyone to answer
[G3 Accessories] LBTaylor1984:
Great case, but I thought the protection it offered was minimal and the lack of a screen bezel bump makes any front impact all on the screen. I just switched to the Spigen Slim armour because of this reason, when I need a case the Slim guard will not help as it's too minimal, if you drop it off your desk, or perhaps knocking around in your bag, other than that I imagine the screen is gone.
[G3 Accessories] stas333:
Finally got them on the phone. Ordered the black case with expedited shipping for 51.98 USD. I was told the cases are in France and it will take 3 days to get them to IL warehouse.
[G3 Accessories] jerflash:
Do you have any close up pics of it on the phone? i want to see how much of a lip there is for myself before deciding to order. did you get the black one?

Thanks!
[G3 Accessories] LBTaylor1984:
Do you mean for the screen as in how far it protrudes, or around the screen edge from a strike on the corner?
[G3 Accessories] jerflash:
im asking about when you place the phone face down how much lip is there from the table to the screen. if its 1mm or more then it would be fine for me. i already have the mime ghost glass on the phone. .32mm
[G3 Accessories] LBTaylor1984:
It's about 100 microns LOWER than the screen.
[G3 Accessories] j76ms:
These are the best pics I have seen other than what the OP posted: http://www.casefanatic.com/lg/lg-g3/lg-g3-slim-guard-battery-cover-case/

It looks like if you lay it face down that the glass might touch the table. If it has a lip, it is extremely small.
[G3 Accessories] kzoak82:
The pins in the pic for this international variant look like they line up with the pins in the US/Verizon variant. Does that mean wireless charging will work? I guess the broader questions is whether international and US (specifically Verizon) have the same construction when it comes to wireless charging? Thanks!
[G3 Accessories] LBTaylor1984:
It WILL touch I have it and it does
[G3 Accessories] Xvigor55:
Lucky. I have called around 50 times and the phone just rings and rings. No one answers... So frustrating ?
[G3 Accessories] jerflash:
ya i see from those pics that there is not much protection...damn i really want this case too! since i have the glass protector maybe it would be so bad. i have to think now
[G3 Accessories] Cro0707:
Can someone help, I have stock backplate on my G3 and it has identical antenna as slim guard case... This is picture:

http://regmedia.co.uk/2014/06/25/lg_g3_android_smartphone_2a.jpg

So is this NFC or wireless charging antenna?
[G3 Accessories] Averix:
If that's your back plate, you have NFC and wireless charging built into it. The NFC only ones have only 2 pins.
[G3 Accessories] awtryau89:
Well, I emailed Expansys to cancel my order. There should be another black case on its way to the US so if anyone wants to call them and snap it up, it will be available. I just decided for the money and without the lip for protection, I would pass. I have the Quick Circle case and it is top quality and really nice but the folio is just wearing on me. Around the house its fine but I traveled this week and hated have to manage the folio in the airport while juggling my backpack etc. I guess I will be on the prowl for a good solid case without a ton of bulk. The phone feels so great in the hand and I really noticed it more when I out the original battery cover back on.
[G3 Accessories] jerflash:
Ha funny I just ordered one lol. As States I have a screen protector on my phone so not so worried about the no lip. I just really like the look of this and need the wireless charging coming from a nexus 5. The phone does feel great in hand without a case I will give you that but for resale later it has to wear one. I know I'm getting the nexus 6 when it drops plus let's see what moto does with the new moto X... I have a phone problem
[G3 Accessories] 3mannoel:
Got mine now! Woohoo!!! Worth every penny!

A friend got me this from Singapore and just brought it down here in PH to save me the shipping. :D
[G3 Accessories] bryanh85:
No lip No buy! lol
[G3 Accessories] jerflash:
NICE DUDE!!

great pics! have any on phone?
[G3 Accessories] 3mannoel:
Yeah in respect to people who is used to putting their phones faced down on the table this is a let down. In my case I don't do so so no problem here. :)
[G3 Accessories] LBTaylor1984:
I'm more worried about the moment I drop it by ACCIDENT. you have no control over it in a fall and thats when a case is supposed to come to assist you. I love the case buy that lack of a lip is a bit of a deal breaker.
[G3 Accessories] zgroten:
I am wondering if we I/someone case modify the 4 pins from the korean version of the cases on eBay to work with the US version phones. It should be at easy as connecting the pins with some kind of conducting metal.
[G3 Accessories] j6nguyen:
I have a US spec one being shipped to me from Korea. I hear that the US one will be sold starting in 2 weeks. Will take pics and post it once I get it.
[G3 Accessories] manaox2:
Two weeks? How about now? www.expansys-usa.com/lg-slim-guard-case-for-lg-g3-black-262011/

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Two top pins are NFC. Two bottom pins are wireless charging. So it's both. You need the UK version of slim case or Verizon/Sprint/T-mobiles whenever they come out.
[G3 Accessories] Cro0707:
Thanks... So basicaly my phone is ready for wireless charging, I just need wireless charger? Friend of mine has some cheap chinese charger for Nexus 5 but my G3 doesn't charge on it.
[G3 Accessories] manaox2:
It would seem so. Koolpad QI charg charger fits well.
[G3 Accessories] zgroten:
I just got this case from eBay. The international version. I can attest to how awesome it is in terms of fit and build quality. Got it expedited shipping took two days from South Korea. Only problem I can see is hot swapping batteries will be difficult since the case is so hard to take on and off. Other than that, this is THE case.
[G3 Accessories] avid.aria:
yeah, but they have a release date of august 19th.

EDIT: the white seems to be in stock, the black however ships on 19th !
[G3 Accessories] stas333:
Which is the best charger for this case? Mine should be here soon.
[G3 Accessories] avid.aria:
I contacted expansys-usa about the white back and here is the answer in case anyone else is wondering:

"Thanks for the email. Based on the latest info from our suppliers, it should be here sometime mid-next week. Once stock arrives and your order ships, we will send you a dispatch email. "
[G3 Accessories] manaox2:
That stinks about the black. The listing said usually ships in 9 days yesterday.
[G3 Accessories] SOCOM-HERO:
So where did the guy from Singapore get that case from? It seems to be the ONLY one that is what us USA customers are clamoring so desperately for!
[G3 Accessories] 3mannoel:
My friend got it in Bugis in SG for $49 SGD. You can try calling with Expansys, their Hong Kong warehouse has the international version and you should be able to arrange how to get it delivered in the US for a good price. Attached are pictures of the phone with the case on.
[G3 Accessories] jerflash:
Great pics man i cant wait to get this case!
[G3 Accessories] netjack:
I ordered the white for my AT&T (expensive case for no wireless charging!). Will post my pics when it's on.
[G3 Accessories] digitalpirate:
So does the slimguard on the us expansy website wireless charging work for the US version of the phone? (tmobile)
[G3 Accessories] stas333:
All U.S. phones should have the same style connections.
[G3 Accessories] krazyflipj:
I ended up buying the other OEM case, which I regret. This one looks much better and covers the whole phone
[G3 Accessories] ponts:
Do you have a link to this case on ebay?
[G3 Accessories] Pheno.menon:
I was excited about this case until I read about the no lip part.. that is an inexcusable flaw and instant deal-breaker for me :/

Transmission sent from my LG G3.
[G3 Accessories] stas333:
I have 3 cases that I got on Amazon. One doesn't have a lip and 2 do. The lip makes this phone feel weird.
[G3 Accessories] jerflash:
I have had plenty of cases with lips. If the phone falls on the ground most of the time the lips moves and the screen hits anyways. I have a glass screen protector to save the screen... The case is just for the sides and corners. Only reason I use a case is for resale value since I go through phones very quickly. This case looks to provide the best protection at minimal thickness and size. That's a win! Never mind adding wireless charging!
[G3 Accessories] netjack:
grr even the white was in stock when i ordered it's awaiting stock...
[G3 Accessories] manaox2:
I ordered the black when it was in stock. I'm stuck waiting now until August 19th with everyone else sadly.
[G3 Accessories] jerflash:
I ordered when instock also... Still waiting
[G3 Accessories] manaox2:
I contacted to ask.

" Thanks for the email. I apologize for the delay in your order. Any timeframes provided on our site our just an estimate since the item can be delayed due to the manufacturer or could be in high demand and is on backorder.*

The latest info we have from our suppliers is that it will not be available until mid August.*

If you are unable to wait and need to cancel, please let us know"
[G3 Accessories] stas333:
This sucks.
[G3 Accessories] phillio:
On this point does it feel like over time the case might become lose from repeated openings? I am looking at getting this case as well as another battery and charger so would like to swap batteries quite alot.
[G3 Accessories] Rippley05:
This case looks great. Its a shame it's so difficult to get
[G3 Accessories] Illrigger:
Meh, in two weeks they will be everywhere. I don't know how LG messed up the timing on the release of the international accessories so badly on their supposed flagship device, but at least they are on their way. Could be worse - we could have had a situation like the Galaxy Nexus.
[G3 Accessories] Pure+:
Just ordered white. Hopefully it gets here before they release all over. Otherwise ill cancel and pick up in the store.

Sent from my LG G3
[G3 Accessories] justinswidebody:
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=291198591149&alt=web

Thought you guys might be interested in it for 40 dollars off eBay.
[G3 Accessories] avid.aria:
those on ebay are the international version with the antenna cutout !
[G3 Accessories] besh007:
I just got mine from Expansys, ordered when there was still stock, a black one for my D855, and it does have a lip that goes higher than the screen, very minimal though, but putting the phone face down the screen will not touch surface, maybe because I don't use screen protectors. I believe this gives the perfect looks, grip and feel while still maintain adequate protection.

Well done LG!
[G3 Accessories] jerflash:
Awesome dude congrats! What was your order date?
[G3 Accessories] besh007:
Ordered it through expansys UAE on july 19
[G3 Accessories] CrysDark:
Got mine today, it's really high quality, except it feels a bit loose and it doesn't snap in I do not think.
[G3 Accessories] avid.aria:
I got mine today as well, its premium quality but it doesn't feel to snap in place ! anyone else having the issue besides us ?
[G3 Accessories] netjack:
what do you guys mean it doesn't snap in place? I have mine in back order.
[G3 Accessories] avid.aria:
I mean it snaps into place fine but the bottom corners are a bit loose on the sides and you can feel it is a bit not totally in place, and you feel like it can come out any minute, not sure if its worth the price tag. Its either that or i got a bad batch. Mine is weird btw...
[G3 Accessories] Pure+:
How about some pics so we can see what your talking about

Sent from my vR:M8
[G3 Accessories] ofcourseimnaked:
great review, have you thought of maybe removing the wireless/nfc sticker and replacing it with one that will fit your device. I've seem many threads here showing that they are available on ebay and other sources.
[G3 Accessories] Pure+:
Also where did you order from? Expansys or elsewhere?

Sent from my LG G3