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[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tweker:
I have had mine since nov '14. I have dropped it at least 6 maybe 7 times. Every time from a sitting position!! 3 of those it has cracked the glass. I spent ~$160 sending it in recently because a friend dropped it when I was simply handing it to him. It caused a screenwide hairline crack on the front rendering it unuseable. Sony (texas) sent me a brand new fully updated replacement. Mind you, the phone already had a cracked back which I used some epoxy on which kept it waterproof and working.

While waiting anxiously for the 'repair' work, I bought a LoveMei case. I was amazed by how well the second layer of gorilla glass worked and totally loved the headphone port cover. It worked great til I punched the face while frustrated getting my router in order. I broke the glass on the lovemei and tossed it. my z3 has but a tiny blemish to show, and the new phone ALREADY got dropped (sittin down) and the lower back is badly cracked AGAIN. I am going to buy another lovemei ($35 shipped direct from china) because it is the only case that protects everything. All these sleeve types are useless if you hit the glass.

My only gripe with the lovemei is it makes the phone feel like a brick and makes using the "q" or "p" buttons trickier. More importantly, the silicone charging port cover has a proclivity for coming open or even being pulled off. I think some proper velcro placement would work or even some type of nonflexible replacement wedged into place. If you get a lovemei, use light thread lock on it. You can actually warp the lovemei frame by tightening too much and screws still came looser than I expected. I tightened them good.

Atm, I'm using a maxpedition tc-3 case which fits the lovemei perfect. For a bare/sleeved phone I recommend the max tc-2 instead. My 2cents

I already decided to use 100mph tape on back, trim to case/glass seam, and use rhino glue on the edges and then test for water and shove back in a lovemei using the tc-3 for carrying.

Conclusion: great hardware, ****ty design

Repair: sony gives you a ticket over phone(if they answer), copy orig recpt, wrap phone in it, print copy of sony ticket, put all in box, mail. Wait for reply
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] themahdawi:
Were you lucky to find a case? I am also looking.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] SquallPT:
Bought this one at ebay

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-STYLI...=bbc9bd3d6dae48688c1eeb6a8d5e4a1e&pid=100102&

They don't have a pic with a z3 so i was a little skeptical, but the cover is great.

The plastic around the phone is soft not like the hard plastic of the terrapin cover that i bought on January and the plastic broke after a couple of weeks.

The case can be used with a dual sim.

Sorry for the quality of the pics :)

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[Xperia Z3 Accessories] h2oflyer:
I use the tech 21.... great protection and soft enough to remove each night for charging. I do not open flaps but charge through pogo pins, no wear and tear on phone or case after almost 9 months of daily removal.

My other case is a Piel Frama leather flip case left over from my Z2, which fits the Z3 perfectly. This case exudes quality and shows no wear after 2yrs.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] jemfalor:
im using a card holder case by Simple & Small. for anyone looking for a non-flip low profile back wallet case, this is the best I've found so far. if anyone could find a better one, do share!

Xperia Z3 Case, Simple & Small, Back Pocket Card Holder, 2 Card Slo... amazon.com/dp/B00ZUW73Y4
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tgcardoso:
None so far, unfortunately. All the good ones are not for the 6633.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] d10brp:
I also got the Terrapin after trying a couple of flexible rubber cases first. Love it. I can now hold the phone without worrying about dropping it. The back is a very similar texture to my Z2 tab (I honestly don't know why they don't make the back of the Z phones that way too). I have melted down the top and bottom of my Brodit Proclip and it fits nicely with the case on, charges fine.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] SovPanda:
Whoa that second one, have you guys seen it on the English eBay?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] texaslittleangel:
The first one resembles the Rinke
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] vesu:
I wonder if this kind of case exist for Z3? I've been searching with no luck. Currently I use basic hard shell case but I hate the fact it doesn't cover bottom of the phone. Feels uncomfortable for my pinky finger :p
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] schetz:
Been searching for that as well. Seidio surface like case. Gadgetshieldz made those for a lot oh phones but not for Z3.

There are only some bamboo variants which look thick and to me at least , fugly.

All shell cases I tried feel uncomfortable to me in a same way. The best one I got is still that thin one I gave link earlier.

And it is far from perfect.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] parental92:
ROCK flipcase for z3 are awesome! great build quality . and non obtrusive at all

http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0415/4701/products/z3.rock_1024x1024.jpg?v=1434677846
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Pandemic:
This is my leather flipcase and charger ^^
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] vesu:
Oh god Im sick of these ebay and aliexpress cases. 4th case with double sim cutouts, even tho the pics shows "normal" z3 cutouts. If someone knows one of those "0.3mm tpu" cases with proper cutouts, please give me a link.

Edit: ones without magnetic charger cutout do just fine too
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] schetz:
Only one I could find like that is the one I linked before :

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/361247338...49&var=630594204608&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

It fits perfectly , but it got loose relatively soon.

So, I'm still searching, but I'm getting tired of it , as there are no decent choices the way I see it.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] qais9:
what's the best leather wallet type case?

I bought 2 cases so far, the tudia and the nillkin frosted. both terrible trash! the tudia is insanely tight and ruins any protector, and the frosted cracked within 1 week of normal use. I'm debating to get either a wallet style case, or the devil bumper, or the moto aluminum. hmm....
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] wired335:
its been murder trying to find a good case for my Z3 from a Canadian supplier and not from Ebay. I've mostly been checking out amazon.ca but the pickings are pretty slim.

I used the Rinkie Fusion since Feburary and I hate it. I went and got some cheap $10 metal bumper case but it snapped on me pretty easily, in my pocket no less when the clasp let go by itself..

Willing to spend some money on a case, just not $150 or more... love the Deff Cleave or the Devilcase Bumper but can't find a Canadian offering for these devices in either solid red or solid black.

even the twdevilcase website wont process the order
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] ENOREDRUM:
I bought a tech 21 case with D30 technology. It's way better than the case mate I had.

I drop my z3 all the time and its hasn't broke yet. I also put a screen protector on both sides of the phone. Come December I've had my z3 for a year
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] chandanbs:
i got this from a Saturn store, Alexanderplatz, Berlin last week. Its the best i have seen since i was on the lookout for almost 5 months.

http://artwizz.com/en/sony-smartphones/xperia-z3/smartjacket/?att=Black
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Jkay7:
Okay guys which of the cases would you recommend that doesn't cover the front screen (no flip case/sleeve) and enables magnetic charging?

Note: I've got a D6633, but don't need to swap my sims, so don't care about cutouts :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] schetz:
From the ones I tried, I can only recommend my current - Cruzerlite Bugdroid. Slimmer and much firmer than Ringke. Tried few others, slim ones get bad within few weeks. Actually, I really like this case , which came as a surprise ( :)) since I thought finding a good Z3 case was not possible.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Jkay7:
Is it compatible with magnetic charging? And does it protect the screen (assuming a fall on a flat surface)? It looks good, I'd love to have found a nice one :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] schetz:
Compatible yes,has a decent lip for flat surface drop protection. It is not the best case I owned (uag and zoogue were ones,but not available for z3) ,but best I had for z3,and for me,by far.Really feels solid,grips z3 tight.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Jkay7:
Thanks a lot for your recommendation!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] noob to xda:
So far I have used a vertical flip case, with a magnet clasp on top of the phone to keep the case closed, but now I'd like to get a horizontal/book flip case with cut outs for speaker and microphone. The only thing is, I can't find a case with a magnetic closing lid, not even the Sony ones seem to have a secure closing mechanism. Does the lid flap open at every opportunity, or does it stay closed fairly well even without a magnet?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] LKYEG:
ended up find a Devicase that shipped to Canada.

Love it, especially with the backing skin. phone feels 10 times better now.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] brockyneo:
hi guys just asking is they a bumper case or normal case that covers everything up apart from the magnetic port as i wont be using the usb port

thanks
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] peps984:
Hi guys, I'm looking for a thin, transparent case that doesn't cover the magnetic port and doesn't add thickness.

I'm using the Spigen Ultra Hybrid, but it's too bulky.

I'm going to use tempered glasses for front and back and I'd like to buy a slim case just for scratch protection. First of all, do you think a case is really necessary? I don't want a bulky aluminium bumper, but I'm worried about scratches on the frame.

I read all the thread and selected these three alternatives:

Case-Mate Barely

Nillkin Nature TPU case

Clear PC Hard Case Cover Shell (the one from eBay.co.uk, I can't post links)

What would you suggest me to do?

Thanks
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] turbare:
In the end I'm using front/back tempered glass.

Worth every penny, today I dropped the phone on the floor where it hit the metal foot of an office chair, tempered glass on the back broke, but the one on the phone is fine. Ordering a new one asap!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] peps984:
Do you use any case/bumper?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] turbare:
Nope, I had some but to me they were ugly or material was cheap.

They ugly the phone IMHO, so I just run with tempered glass back/front.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Hussain_Salam:
Bought like 10 cases since i've had this device dont use any of them, purely due to the fact they make the device look crappy and bulky, so i slapped a skin on the device
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] deepershades:
have a look at the Xperia Z3 blingz case on amazon uk, either in clear or black - the corners are exaggerated deliberately, but it's excellent value for those seeking a tpu/gel based alternative, and in the flesh it's actually quite attractive - allows access to the magnetic charging port and reviews are very high - just over a fiver.......
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Jkay7:
Link?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] schetz:
I presume he meant this one or similar :

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Shockproo...ria-Z3-/191734739554?var=&hash=item72434b0c3a

I have "regular" blingz case , although it is relatively good in terms of quality, I feel the TPU is on a thick side and don't care for it much.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Djoka665:
does anyone know where I can buy nice looking aluminium bumper? :o
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Jkay7:
Did anybody try http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00MN2FCD8 already?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] SquallPT:
Hi people

Since i had bad luck with flip book case covers, especially on material resistance, i was thinking of buying a bumper

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nillkin-A...931034?hash=item25afd7949a:g:RQ0AAOSwJQdW9HkQ

Is this one good ?

Edit: Nevermind already, ordered one :D
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] KOCOBO:
I personally don't like bumpers but i have Nillkin Frosted Shield and its resistant and also it fits so good on hand, it has nice texture for hand. :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] SquallPT:
Going to try one of those, got tired of my bumper :laugh:
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] PantheraTigris91:
Hi,

I'm looking for a metal case for the Xperia Z3, but I need a case where the metal is in direct contact with the back of the phone, to help with heat dissipation. No plastic, silicon or TPU in-between.

Does anyone know if there is such a case to buy?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] flobin:
Does anyone know of any cases that cover the front bezel around the screen (as much as possible)? Same for the back, although that can be entirely covered, which is usually the case. Would appreciate the help!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] tom888tom:
Hey guys,

Just bought a spigen case and wanted to share my impressions:

I'm a bit diappointed after having a spigen case for my z2, which fitted perfectly. The cutouts for volume Buttons are badly placed and there are cutouts at the buttom without function. Im considering buying another one..

Any suggestions?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] myhrdak:
this is the case for z3+/z4
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] TrumpCard:
Yeah, I was super excited when I saw a Z3 case from Spigen, but that is for the Z3 plus. Not a whole lot of cases for this phone it seems.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] japazoid:
I don't like them either.

I'm using a simple TPU case.

---------- Post added at 01:53 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:52 PM ----------

I don't like them either... I'm using a simple TPU case.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] SquallPT:
Been using a nilkin frosted shield since July and it is awesome :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] paffo:
Hi Jkay7, did you found anything worth mention?

I have the same needs as you, best would be with only cutout for magnetuc charging and eventualy power button.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Jkay7:
Hey :)

As recommended I went with Cruzerlite Bugdroid. Magnetic charging works, although I had to change the charging dock's adapter, and it's more difficult to get it in the right position now. Still, it's saved my phone (especially those walk silicon edges) multiple times :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] CMI516:
Does anyone have any this case? Any comments on quality or if there is a magnetic port cutout?

https://www.casefanatic.com/sony/sony-xperia-z3-metal-bumper-plastic-back-case/
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Madzix:
I've got a really similar case to this one. A golden case. With aluminum sides and a plastic back cover, mine does have the magnetic charging cutout. But the problem is with this case that my wifi somehow loses signal and it sometimes randomly disconnects.

I'd rather use it everyday if the signal didn't drop, but because I rely on wifi much, it is not an option. Rocking a shockproof,waterproof aluminum case instead.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] CMI516:
Ok cool thanks for the input on the case. About your wifi issues, i was having similar problems after updating to marshmallow, i resolved the issue, it was a really simple and effective fix. Are you positive its the case thats causing your wifi issues?

Is this the case your currently using?

http://m.casesinthebox.com/waterpro...tal-case-cover-for-sony-xperia-z3_p28537.html

I've read reviews and there areba lot of bad ones.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Madzix:
Ye, whenever I remove the case, my wifi works as it should work. I think at least. My wifi router may have some severe damage to it, that may be the cause.

About the shockproof case. Ye, the same exact one, red color. It's so durable and heavy and I really like that. You can bring it basically everywhere and not worry about phone glass getting shattered by dropping it somewhere lol.

The wifi signal is ok with the shockproof case though. Works as it should, so I think that the case(golden) is to blame there maybe too.

I haven't read the reviews on the case, but I really like the case. Somehow gives the phone a good look too not that it is ugly or something, but just in general. Some style points. :fingers-crossed:

Sorry for the late response.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] CMI516:
If you're on marshmallow use the legacy dhcp client in developer options. Then reset network settings and restart your phone. Doing That improved my wifi a ton.

I think i might try out the shockproof case if i can find one for a good price.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Madzix:
Okay, will try that tip out.

I got mine for about 19$, really cheap actually. From ebay.com, had to wait a little less than a month and recieved it. If you want, I can upload some pics of it. One thing it is missing, is the magnetic charging port cutout. Other than that it is really nice.

Okay, I tried the tip you gave me and the signal strenght is significantly better. It doesn't drop anymore as it used to. Seems to be working pretty good now with golden case. Thanks bro! :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] CMI516:
Awesome, im glad that fix worked for you. The wifi thing was really annoying. I just ended up ordering a ringke fusion case and that aluminum bumper one. I always use the magnetic charger so i need a case with that cutout.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Madzix:
:cool:

Finally I can use my aluminum case too. :)

I've got magnetic charger too. Actually both, the cable seperately and the dock too. :) Forgot about them. :D
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Jkay7:
Sorry for off-topic, but how do you reset the network settings?

Thanks in advance :)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] CMI516:
Settings >backup and reset>reset network settings.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] AlvinZahran98:
I was so interested to use a bumper for my phone for its protection back then, so I used an unbranded Aluminium bumper for 3 times earlier and regretted buying them, because of how much money I spent (or waste) to change that same bumper model for every 3-4 months (It costs approx. 10$).

It is a chinese-made bumper that actually felt quite nice, although made my phone much stiffer to hold. Although it seems rigid but it bends easily and doesn't last long at all. It doesn't even protect my phone when I accidentally dropped it from the edge of a 3 ft sink to my bathroom's floor, my rear protector (not the phone itself, thankfully) was shattered and the bottom left cap was scratched.

So since a couple of days ago, I use Rearth Ringke Fusion case, and I was mad at myself for not even thinking to buy this case, because it felt good and looks good too.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Tikker G:
went thru the whole thread, and my google-fu is maybe saying it doesn't exist..........but:

other than that love-mei case, is there another hard case out there that sandwiches the front and back of the z3? my screen is lifting (again) and I'd just as soon not spend more money repairing it and just stick it down with a case (otterbox style, which obviously doesn't exist for the z3)
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Hussain_Salam:
So for a couple accessories for the Xperia Z3, they're pretty cheap/bargain

Flip Cover - £2.75 - http://www.amazon.co.uk/BAAS®-Xperi...575&sr=8-79&keywords=sony+xperia+z3+flip+case

Magnetic Pin Adapter - £3.59 - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Magnetic-...ories_MobilePhoneChargers&hash=item2c7fcd55c2

Anti Glare Screen Protector - £2.95 - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6-ANTI-GL...ting_LaptopAccessories_RL&hash=item51c4aec15c

Silicone Accesory packs - £2.49 - http://www.amazon.co.uk/BAAS®-Sony-...2526970&sr=8-242&keywords=Sony+Xperia+Z3+Case

Total Accesories Price - £11.78
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] lin013190:
I feel like there's no good cases... when will more come out? like from speck or incipio etc...
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] epoise:
Looks like Spigen will be releasing cases sometime soon. If you go to their website and search Xperia, you get some Z3 results.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] lin013190:
Hmm hopefully. They already have cases for nexus 6...meh.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Eric Violette:
Case for .01 cent (amazon)

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MYY15OU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Not sure if anyone seen this, but Amazon has the HotCool case for a penny! It's preorder at the moment, but I purchased it for just .01. Price will definitly go up shortly.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] id3alistic:
Make use of Son'y sexy phone design and the inclusion of a lanyard hole and use one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Deff-Carbon-Ring-Finger-Strap-Meteo-Black-/221321818893

Still using my Z1S naked and no scratches.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] jhun80:
I pre ordered it too. I hope the quality is good.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] KoningPaulus:
Anyone who is using a clear hard case? For example casemate?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] :
I did. Had the Casemate clear for about a day but returned it as it was just as slippery as the back of the phone, if not worse. The sides were now encased in the slippy plastic of the case, and i was worried I would just drop it or it would slide off any surface I placed it on. I found it tricky to handle when taking pictures in lanscape.

Just got this in the post today. Had a bit of a delay as they get stock from Hong Kong and it got held up due to the rioting over there.

Terrapin Hybrid Rubberised Back Cover For Sony Xperia Z3 /Solid Black

First impressions are it is nice and slim. I like the grippy rubberised texture to the back and it will protect the back from getting scratched. Have been really careful with the phone so far but still managed to pick up a couple of light scratches as I was without a case after sending the Casemate back and waiting for this one to arrive.

Only downside about both of the cases is that they didn't cover the bottom edge of the phone so it is left exposed. Apart from that the Terrapin one looks and feels fine and was a good price.

Hope this helps.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] xBlackWolf90:
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=56185827&postcount=7
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] lin013190:
Yea I bought the terrapin from amazon. it covers charging port for dual sim version though. it's thin and light, but doesnt offer much protection.. except from scratches maybe.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] b1969:
Will this case fit with a Nilkin Tempered Glass? I have that as my screen protector and I bought a cheap plastic case off of ebay for $4 and it does not fit with the tempered glass on.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] m.klinge:
I'm very close to ordering on of those as well - just the one with the clear window.

How is the build quality and feel in general?

//M
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] pvcdroid:
Z3 vs Z3V the same for case selection?

Hi, I'm curious if anyone had ordered a Z3 case for the Verizon Z3v phone. Does it fit and can I order any Z3 case for the Verizon variant? I'm also curious what I need to watch out for since I intend to use wireless charging with the Z3v.

Thanks in advance!!
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] enfurno:
I ordered the rhino skin for the front and back... Still waiting for it. Until then I am guarding this thing with my life.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] lin013190:
Likely different. Z3v is thicker
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] dbmil:
Has anyone seen a decent bumper?
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] Richie5767:
So I am thinking of getting a metal bumper for my Z3. Link is below.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-Sony-Xp...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item43d07ec0d2

or this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fashion-Sli...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item566ad1385d

It'd be great if they had a clear bumper, but the metal ones feel nice as well.

Do you guys think it'll fit if I add a nilkin tempered glass for the front and back? If not, what about just adding a nilkin back cover? I'm really afraid of shattering my phone because it's mostly glass, but also read many cases of getting their phone's screen scratched. Also, do you guys have a preference between nilkin or moccolo? The Nilkin covers seem to be the most popular. Any help is appreciated.
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] lin013190:
mmmm. lemme know how they are I'm considering it too. I like the 2nd one better..
[Xperia Z3 Accessories] dbmil:
Although the metal bumpers look better, I prefer the rubber/tpu/silicone ones as they'd provide some impact resistance.

I think the Nilkin fits edge to edge, so a bumper may not be compatible. Where as the mocolo may work as there is a slight gap. I've never used either only read about them on xda