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[Xperia Z3 Accessories] figo_rulz11:
Hi All,

I just joined the forums :).

I currently have a cheap £3 case off ebay which I'm currently using.

Pros:

Slim

looks nice

goodgrip

Cons:

Covers the sony lock button, camera and volume button so you have to use little force which is annoying.

OVerall: 6/10.

I will be however purchasing a Tough Case for Sony Xperia Z3 - Black Sony Xperia Z3 Case from CaseMate. Yes it's expensive but it's very durable and highly rated from Z2 users on Amazon. (may possibly get it cheaper on amazon if you use Flubit site).

They use dual layers of silicone and ABS hard shell plastic combine for secure protection. Magnetic port is also open which is exactly what I wanted as i use this to charge my phone then keep having to open the usb port. (I have the link from where i purchased the magnet cable, which is miles better then the cheapy £3 one I purchased from ebay)

Also has the Sony lock button and volumes on the case which help. Note, they are covered but looking at the pictures they have incorporated there own buttons.

Should receive this within the next seven days so will report back with an update! :good:
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] hobs0n:
I'm using the orange Cruzerlite bugdroid.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MO9M648/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?qid=1412460874&sr=8-6&pi=SL75
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] jonshipman:
Is that hard or soft silicon?

Sent from my GT-I9505G
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Huey85:
TPU is generally a harder silicone and doesn't attract dust as bad as traditional silicone cases

Speaking of which I've got a Flexishield TPU case on order for both my Z3 and the missus' Z3 compact until better cases are available.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] blindear2010:
my opinion as well, would be nice with everything covered except magnetic dock.. assuming the volume, power and camera buttons still accessibly in some way.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Fivecent:
Wow, these look really sharp. I'm definitely going to keep an eye on them.

I just wonder how good they are about absorbing falls when it's made out of metal. Did you have one for your Z2? What's your opinion?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] jonmorris:
Hope I didn't buy the last one!

However, I'm not particularly impressed with it. I went for the orange/red colour as I thought it would go with the copper version (and it mostly works out alright) and also because it was about the only colour variant in stock!

But when fitted, it lifts the screen protector off all the time. And it won't fit in the dock, even with the larger insert, so all things considered, it's pretty useless.

I now have a front and rear protector fitted, with a tempered glass front protector on order, and will try and keep it naked until the official windowed Sony flip cover ships next week.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] kcleung22:
http://www.evolutivelabs.com/collec.../products/screen-protector-for-sony-xperia-z3
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] lin013190:
My amazon case just came in... It' doesn't work with my D6633 version. The flaps are different. I would have to remove the case in order to charge via micro usb. This is prompting me to buy the magnetic charger dock.

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I don't have it, but I'm waiting for them to make one for the z3. It looks nice to me. I hope they make one soon!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] figo_rulz11:
I got an offer back from flubit and they managed to save me £2.16 off my Casemate tough case in black so will show pics once it arrives and how it feels. :)

£17 is the most I've paid for a case till date haha, let's hope it's worth it!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] stevoknevo:
I've ordered a Casemate Barely There; hoping it and my Z3 arrive tomorrow :cyclops:
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] abhinav.tella:
Good to hear, guess I will get it then.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] munsabin:
If you're looking for something that extremely similar to the Ringke case, shows off the phone, but isn't flimsy, try Amazon's Spigen Ultra Hybrid. Doesn't have the megantic connection cutout. Sleek.

http://www.amazon.com/Spigen®-Cushioned-Crystal-Scratch-Resistant/dp/B00OPJ8U9A
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
http://www.amazon.co.jp/Deff-Cleave-%E3%82%A2%E3%83%AB%E3%83%9F%E3%83%8B%E3%82%A6%E3%83%A0%E3%83%90%E3%83%B3%E3%83%91%E3%83%BC-Chrono-DCB-XZ3A6SV/dp/B00OL86B8C

use chrome to open that URL, then right click on empty space (of that site) and choose translate into English!

simply it's the amazon site in japan, but it will ship to USA of course.

i think the case costs about $75 !
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] abhinav.tella:
See I'm confused because I saw that a while back but its not anywhere on Spigen's own site. Makes me wonder.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] munsabin:
Apparently it's a different line that spigen no longer has online or something. I'm happy with order though. End of the day you want a good clear case that's not flimsy. And as you can see in the reviews, only negative reviews come from people who are missing the cutout for the magnetic port; bunch of A-grade-id*ots if you ask me... it's clear it doesn't have the cut out from the pictures, so why order it?

RE: http://www.amazon.com/Spigen®-Cushioned-Crystal-Scratch-Resistant/dp/B00OPJ8U9A
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mr_esmit:
Thanks.

Anybody try those other (cheaper) aluminum bumper on ebay or amazon? What do you guys think would be the best bang for my buck? Thanks again
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Pistachio20:
i ordered the love mei slim bumper (not the giant fat one) and should be getting it tomorrow i'll post some pics when it arrives.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] SquallPT:
Hi people, between these two, wich one would you buy ?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Xperia-Terr...id=1419362646&sr=8-1&keywords=xperia+z3+cover

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Roxfit-Made...id=1419362646&sr=8-4&keywords=xperia+z3+cover
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] abhinav.tella:
The Terrapin seems better.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] SquallPT:
Yup probably going to buy that one :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] jamieroquai:
About Terrapin

I have bought the Terrapin Solid Black Hybrid Rubberised Back Cover

http://www.ebay.fr/itm/Terrapin-Sol..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item5d51f483a5

I'm very very dissapointed with the quality

It felt nice the first few weeks but after a month it just started disintegrating.

First it was the "soft feel" material on the case that went gone, so that you could see the shiny plastic beneath

then on all four corners the plastic started to crack, cracks that grew bigger every day.

Then everywhere where gaps are in the case plastic just simply broke.

And this is just like a normal use of the case, putting it in my pocket taking it out a few times a day and lying it on my desk.

Ah also the case has a very sharp edge beneath, what makes it very uncomfortable to use holding your phone.

Anyone got another suggestion for a case? I liked the slimness of this case but not something that auto destructs in a month..

maybe the spigen Hybrid case? I don't need the magnetic port anyway.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mr_esmit:
Tech21 looks solid. Look into that one.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mario999:
Had the Incipio Dual pro for a few days now. Well made and looks good. Just a little expensive. Definately recommended.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] nbell13:
I second that. Using it until Trident comes out with their Aegis model that is under development.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
trident..!!

about that, they say it gonna be with flowers!!.. when i asked anything without flowers ..there was no reply till now!

check it out:

[IMG="trident1"]http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag134/Timoz_T-Wing/mobile%20case/tri1_zps0a663fce.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG="tri2"]http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag134/Timoz_T-Wing/mobile%20case/tri2_zps3a776a81.jpg[/IMG]
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mario999:
That's rubbish if that's the case. Very few will buy it. Why not make the standard four colours like the Z2?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] nbell13:
Well that would just about piss me the hell off
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
more ..no..no ..and no!

rest of great making-case companies also said no to Z3!!! ... check it out!

[IMG="rokform"]http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag134/Timoz_T-Wing/mobile%20case/roform_zps1cd9a1a1.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG="otterbox"]http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag134/Timoz_T-Wing/mobile%20case/otterbox_zpscae271c6.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG="ballistic"]http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag134/Timoz_T-Wing/mobile%20case/ballistic_zps5f722050.jpg[/IMG]
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mario999:
You can also add Spigen (not counting the clear plastic thing) and UAG to that list.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
okee dookeee.. add 2 more companies to the list..!

I've just sent them..waiting for their reply! ;)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mario999:
I've already asked. They have no plans for a Z3 case.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
oh..!

oh! ... any other companies we missed? ... i just can't believe there is no decent company that would go for the Z3!!

what is happening man? :(
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Hustlervanz:
Here a video review on Orzly Fusion Case.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztVEtaEpdQ4
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] boostedneonsrt4:
Just another reason that I am probably getting rid of this phone. 0 quality protective cases out there, terrible camera software and I've had to hard reset it 3 times in the last week. Trying to hold out for CES to see whats coming up and if the Z4 fixes any of these issues, which even if they can fix the camera software it doesnt seem like any of the major case makers are going to develop for it anyways......
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
they have replied..

u were right .. no plans for Z3! :(

[IMG="uag"]http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag134/Timoz_T-Wing/mobile%20case/uag_zps70ef561a.jpg[/IMG]
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] rl2e:
Another Nillkin, Shockproof Armor Bumper case

Don't think I saw this case posted yet. Another Nillkin bumper case (TPU?):

ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Shockproof-Case-Border-Armor-Bumper-Frame-Cover-For-Sony-Xperia-Z3-L55-/301401271164

Looks like a nice alternative to metal bumper cases or for those folks who don't like having a back cover on their cases like me :)

Also looks like there is a magnetic port cutout as well.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] boostedneonsrt4:
I saw that on Amazon but its been on back order for a while now. I'm hesitant because the 2 Nillkin cases I got for the Z3 both have fallen apart in less than a month. EDIT* I just got the last blue one Amazon had in stock, i need something because I have to send this other case back to them. I'll let you know how it is when it comes in on Friday.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] rl2e:
Cool, look forward to hearing your feedback on it.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mr_esmit:
Just received the tech 21 tactical case. A very well built case, slim profile and very aesthetic. Cut outs are perfectly aligned and the texture is non slip. A+ in my book.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Hustlervanz:
Can you post some pics? Thanks.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
question..!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mr_esmit:
Magnetic port is covered. Pics soon to come
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] nbell13:
Only thing I don't like about it is that the side of the case with the opening for the charger comes slightly unseated from time to time and I have to push it back. Otherwise, it's a great case
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] ubuntunerd:
I read that this particular bumper becomes very loose on the phone after some use but I cant really confirm !!!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mtwaldman:
I can confirm the nilkin bumper case is loose from the getgo
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] boostedneonsrt4:
Yea..... Not very impressed with this case. It is very flimsy above the charger port and is so deep you cant get your finger in there to open the flap. It does have the cutout for the magnetic port but again its so deep i doubt you can use it. I really want to like this phone but between the camera and lack of quality cases, i will be eyeing CES very intently next week.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
...faith..!

i can't believe you are dumping the phone coz of camera and case! ... what u gonna go for then? ..Nexus 6? ... come on man have a lil faith ... Xperia Z3 still rules! :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] nbell13:
Have you tried the Incipio DualPro? It's great, and the back has a soft touch coating so it feels nice in hand
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] ubuntunerd:
I got the HOTCOOL Rugged Dual Layer Holster a couple days ago !!!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] han4mi:
I've bought several cases for the Z3, most of them were crap. The best case I've found so far is the Nillkin Super Frosted Shield. It has a perfect fit, its very slim and provides additional grip. I recommend it to anyone :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] albert08888:
Head case brand...

..anyone tried a "head case" case for the z3?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
it's a no ..!

yep got quality "Nillkin Super Frosted Shield" BUT not fully protected ! the top & the bottom can easily get smashed..! ..sorry but no!

[IMG="nillkin"]http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag134/Timoz_T-Wing/mobile%20case/nillkin_zps599b5b0a.jpg[/IMG]
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
quality?!

what about the quality? ... any feed back?..thanx!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] han4mi:
How can it get smahed if the top and bottom corners are protected??? I dunno mate, but I don't buy a case to protect it from flying onto the street from 10 meters. I get a case to protect my phone from light drops and scratches :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mr_esmit:
It happens. Even if the phone drpps from your pocket. Ask me how i know. The glass front and back just adds to possibility of damaging the phone.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] boostedneonsrt4:
I had the Nillkin Super Frosted Sheild.....it lasted less than a month. I never dropped it or anything and the section of the case above the charging port just broke off one day when I was unplugging the charger. It wasn't a bad case but its very cheaply made.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] scaleaton:
I would not recommend it. I had this case for a little over a month and it sucks. The buttons that cover the power, vol, and camera are small and almost flesh where at times you press the wrong buttons. I can barley tell the difference between the power button and volume up button. Also it surrounds the camera flash so when you take pictures its a white glow at the bottom of the pictures when using flash. I had to cut the whole corner so that doesn't happen anymore. The stand on the back after plenty of use it doesn't stay closed anymore.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] albert08888:
interesting case...

http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/zenus-z-view-dolomites-sony-xperia-z3-diary-case-blue-p49240.htm

anyone got one?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] lin013190:
Motomo case available on amazon now!! z3!!

http://www.amazon.com/Xperia-MOTOMO...UTF8&qid=1420618289&sr=8-1&keywords=motomo+z3
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] K Singfield:
I've got the FitBag Beat leather thing...

http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B005TH5UVS?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

I love it, it just looks and feels very classy.

I haven't got a flip case for my Z3, because it would be a shame to hide such a beautiful phone. I'll just have to be careful with it (and use something more rugged like my "old" Xperia SP when skiing and such :D).
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] madi05:
i ordered it on ebay a week ago for half that price i hope it comes in a week or so , i will post it when i do if its good
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] lin013190:
Thanks for heads up. Let us know! Pics too! I'll hold off for now.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] madi05:
Will do np, unfortunately on eBay it just says shipped no tracking, I can say so far the best I got but still not completely happy is the cellito one I got a few others that were horrible
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] lin013190:
Actually, which seller did you get it from? I can't find any for the z3.

Thanks!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] madi05:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/27165800306...49&var=570492325379&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] shpapy:
Hi, I got today the tudia case black version. Fits super good on the phone all buttons are working fine also my mag charger is connected link below

Hope this helps

http://www.amazon.de/gp/r.html?C=14...TDNJ1KQCXTY60A&H=JXAXAH9ADYUT9FG4SBWCZZRMDKQA
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Hustlervanz:
Can you please provide photos with your case? That would greatly help. :D
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] lin013190:
Thanks. But i think they're different cases. The one by motomo is aluminum.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] charlatan01:
Ordered in red... I'll put up some info on it when it arrives. I've wanted to keep the copper back visible, but I give up. Better to protect the phone ;)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] madi05:
They look alot alike, maybe description error but I actually hope is not aluminium I just read some stuff about motomo case alumimum made signal a lil weaker, but I hope not, this will be my 5th case lol I hope it's nice and tight

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Can't wait to see it
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] SquallPT:
Well, dispatched no 24 Dec, arrived finally today :)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Xperia-Terr...id=1421183025&sr=8-9&keywords=xperia+z3+cases

It has a very slim design, i like it.

Sorry for the bad quality of the photos
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] FlyingCheese:
I have just received my Xperia Z3 (brazilian-exclusive D6643 model) and I have gotten a Nillkin H+ screen protector and the Tudia Ultra Slim TPU (http://www.amazon.com/TUDIA-Bumper-Protective-Compatible-Verizon/dp/B00OPW1SD2/). I have then found out that the case is peeling off the corners of the screen protector... does anyone else have this exact combo?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Huey85:
i'd be afraid that the aluminium back of the motomo would interfere with NFC :(
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] scaleaton:
Bad luck with cases

I've bought both of these cases from eBay and both are terrible. Both of them makes it hard to press the power button and volume keys and they both seem to interfere with the camera. I take a picture with flash and the flash shows up at the bottom of the picture. The green one has green glow and the black one shows white glow both glows due by the flash. As you can see I made a cur out on the black case so it doesn't box the camera flash in and now the white glow doesn't show up. So I am yet again looking for a case that doesn't have these issues.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mr_esmit:
Tech21case has no issues with this whatsoever.

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Interested in buying an aluminum bumper case with a cut out for the magnetic charger. What would you guys recommend (besides the devil cleave case). Thanks.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] OrangeRafi:
I'm using Cleave by Deff for my Z3. I love it and no issues at all. It also fits perfectly with mi front and back Nillkin tempered glass. you can buy the bumper on Rakuten, price and built of the bumper is the same with DevilCase.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mr_esmit:
Thanks, but I meant besides that case. I heard good things about it, but not ready to pull the trigger just yet. Is it only available on the Japanese rakuten?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] OrangeRafi:
yes Cleave is only available in Rakuten.

There's also a Tawanese brand named Kewers, they also sell aluminum bumpers. I don't know about the build quality but some say it's similar to DevilCase as well. You can buy it on their website or on ebay.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] thompssc:
Does anyone have any experience with wallet cases (not necessarily for the Z3, just in general)? Care to share what you think of them? I've been thinking about getting one (specifically the Krussel Kalmar wallet case), but as I've never owned a wallet case for any other phone, I'm a little hesitant to make the jump. I don't really know why. What are some pros/con's if wallet cases in your opinion?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tamer0000:
amazon Japan!

it's available also in amazon in japan! ..which can deliver world wide..!..check it out:-

use chrome to open that link ... then right click and choose translate into English ... easy to order after that!

http://www.amazon.co.jp/Deff-Cleave-%E3%82%A2%E3%83%AB%E3%83%9F%E3%83%8B%E3%82%A6%E3%83%A0%E3%83%90%E3%83%B3%E3%83%91%E3%83%BC-Chrono-DCB-XZ3A6BK/dp/B00OL86BDW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421294942&sr=8-1&keywords=cleave+deff+z3
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] spenzalii:
Anybody know of a slim gel case that works with a tempered glass protector? I have a Terrapin smoke case which I really like (slim profile, nice grip) but it has a tendency to lift my Nillkin screen protector. I also have an Orzly case, which works better with the protector, but doesn't feel as nice as the Terrapin.

I also have the Emarket aluminum bumper which works pretty well, but may not be everyone's cup of tea
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mr_esmit:
Hows that emarket bumper working out for you? Is the magnetic port charger open on that bumper? Pics would help. Thanks.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] spenzalii:
For the most part, I like it. The profile is relatively slim, but it doesn't interfere with the glass protector. There are thin pieces of foam on the onside so the edges of the phone won't get scratched. You can still access all of the flaps and the magnetic port. There's even holes for a lanyard if you're so inclined.

That said, it's not perfect. The clasp to open and close the case can be fiddly (I needed to take some pliers to it for it to latch at first, but no issue since). Since it latches at the corner, it's not symmetrical, so one corner has a weird bump to it (but nothing that you notice while holding it or whole it's in your pocket). The inner edges are chamfered instead of rounded. They don't cut your fingers or anything, but you may notice it swiping to the edge of the screen. And since it is metal, it's hard to say how long before the color coating will come off (it's not paint, but I can't tell if it's ano or powder coat).

All in all, I like it. Probably my second favorite 'case' next to the Terrapin, and above my Orzly and tech21 cases.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] mr_esmit:
Great, thanks for the details.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] spenzalii:
Quick pics:
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] ozeris:
Davil Case

DEVILCASE for SONY Xperia Z3 - Silver

Case is OK

Back screen protector is easy to install (Devil free gift can select back or front protector)

More detail and picture please search google "devilcase z3" (I can't post link)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] spenzalii:
Here's a video of that emarket bumper that someone has on Youtube. I haven't experienced any of the dust issues he mentions, but it's a pretty accurate description of the case

[YOUTUBE]xKKfr1lfypo[/YOUTUBE]
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] FlyingCheese:
i actually have the same combo as you: Terrapin slim gel case from Amazon and Nillkin H+ protector. It fits perfectly. The gap between the screen protector and the case lip is zero. It does not lift the protector at all (my TUDIA Ultra Slim TPU case does lift it, and it's my preferred case). Is your Nillkin protector the one with the rounded edges like mine (H is normal, H+ is rounded)?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] spenzalii:
Pretty sure mine is the Nillkin H, not the H+ (I'll check when I get home). That rounded edge may very well be the difference. If so, I'll just place an order for that protector. Truth be told, I need a new one anyway as a corner is slightly bent on the glass I have now (probably from trying to remove and reinstall it). Besides, I would like a tempered rear glass as well (only have a film on it now)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] FlyingCheese:
These TPU slimmer cases tend to be a bit tighter on your iphone because the material flexes a bit. I don't think having a glass back protector inside of a tpu case is a good idea. My nillkin h+ covers the entire surface of the screen, and the terrapin seems to have been made for it. I heard the PThink screen protector goes very well with the case I want, so I'll try that
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] sh4d0wf0x:
what do you think about this case? looks great! http://www.aliexpress.com/item/For-...-phone-bags-Case-11th-colors/32254520907.html