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[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] T-sitt:
Verus Iron Shield for Note 4 (Gold) Photos and review!

So, I've used the cover for a few minutes, and there is no problem with signal reception. (Wait, let me check again. Ok, no loss. I got 4 bars. Maybe it's because I use T-mobile.)

I also tested the Heart rate sensor and SPO2 sensor. There isn't any major problems, but I had to try twice, and it took a little bit longer.

The metal frame looks shiny and premium and so are the metalized buttons. While I could easily press the power button, the volume buttons (actually, only a straight bar while Note 4 buttons have a little space in the middle) are harder to press. This should not be much of a problem as it is the case in most new cases.

Although I like its aluminum frame, I think the case is too big for my taste. Now, my Note 4 isn't as thin and sexy as it was 10 minutes ago, and now looks something like modified Galaxy Note 1. What I want to say is: it became wide and fat rather than tall and slim.

[IMG="Without and with cover"]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/95264722/Photos/combine_images.jpg?dl=2[/IMG]

[IMG="front view"]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/95264722/Photos/2.JPG?dl=2[/IMG]

[IMG="side view"]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/95264722/Photos/1.JPG?dl=2[/IMG]

[IMG="bottom view"]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/95264722/Photos/bottom%20view.JPG?dl=2[/IMG]

[IMG="top view"]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/95264722/Photos/top%20view.JPG?dl=2[/IMG]

I took a few shots with the cover. It's my first time uploading photos on XDA forum. Sry if they aren't well-formatted.

Also, I'm new here and I really appreciate "Thanks!"
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] wase4711:
actually looks pretty nice..

pm me if you want to get rid of it :D
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Baxbag:
I have sent 2 emails to Verus USA about my order placed on 10/09 and have not received a reply.

USPS status has been Picked up by Request since 10/15.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] whaddupdoe:
I contacted Amazon and Amazon contacted them and replied right away saying that it was shipped. Amazon ended up giving me a promotional credit for the price of the case since it hadn't arrived in the promised time. I still have not received it.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] BowersaurusRex:
I recieced mine today in monaco blue. It looks great but it is killing my reception. Putting on the band takes it from 2-3 bars lte to 1-2 bars hspa. Taking it off returns it to normal.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Baratheonist:
Got home late tonight, and my orders were in the mail. Looking at it through its transparent packaging, the build quality does not look as premium as I expected. :(

Could be the lighting. But I'll reserve my thoughts until daylight when I try it out.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] aaronc_98:
I receieved mine but I think it is two big for me

I would sell for total price + shipping- I did not open it so it is unopned.

thanks,

AC
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
DIBBSSSSSS

What color and how much total to NJ? Please post pix
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] aaronc_98:
PM Sent

AC
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] han4mi:
I ordered the gold and silver Verus Iron Shield cases with shipping to the UK sometime ago, they emailed me that they are unable to ship them so the order got cancelled.

To my surprise both cases came in today, which means I got them for free :D!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
Lucky you :)

Let me know if you want to sell the gold one :)
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] darshiki:
I ordered mine what seems like years ago and they just sent me an email (after me sending them THREE) saying that I should have known that they were going to be delayed and that since I had to wait a long time they refunded my shipping fee ($2). I should have it by the end of the week. If I had known this I probably would have just ordered a spigen neo hybrid.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] davefields3:
Yeah I got the same email saying I should have it by the end of the week. P.S. I already have the spigen neo hybrid case and it's pretty much unusable. Due to the microphone hole being off on the bottom no one could hear me when i had the case on. Worried the issue will be the same for the Iron Shield too.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] wase4711:
are you on veizon?

on Tmobile, my spigen neo hybrid works just fine
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] davefields3:
Yes sorry for leaving that crucial part of it out, I have it for the Verizon variant. For Verizon, the neo hybrid is basically unsuable in my opinion. No one could hear me when i had it on. I've heard for some of the other carriers the microphone holes line up better.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Bubbled:
I have had mine since the 21st and its not interupting service or microphone. Gold and Black, just makes the phone huge. Will probably sell it if someone wants it when i get my otterbox.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] han4mi:
you can get any color you like here:

http://shop.brando.com/Verus-Iron-S...or-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-4_p11844c1786d004.html
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
Thanks :)

Also, just found if anyone is interested:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/161466410697
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] coremark:
I ordered from them about 4 days ago and they said they are all out of stock and waiting for the distributor to get more in. I asked how long is the wait, they said a few days. Not sure what is "a few days". I'll see how it goes and if it takes too long, I'll just ask for a refund.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] han4mi:
I emailed them about the case a few days ago and they said they're in stock.. now they're saying otherwise, weird!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] whaddupdoe:
Mine finally got delivered to my house about a week and a half later than it should have, not gonna keep though since I bought a Spigen Neo Hybrid and I'm good with that.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
What color did you get?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] whaddupdoe:
I ordered the Titanium Silver but im not sure if that's the one that was actually sent to me, I will find out later today when I get home.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
Well if you want to sell, let me know. I just got a Satin Silver from another guy above who didnt want it. Hopefully I will get it soon lol

If they sent you a titanium/blue/red/gold, let me know, I might buy it off of you if you want :) I have 3 note 4's to cover.

I have been using the neo hybrid case which I got from Amazon but eh lol good case, dont get me wrong, but I want to see the premiumness of this case once i get it :)
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] whaddupdoe:
Ok cool, when I get home from work later today I'll update you
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
Thanks man :)
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] han4mi:
Both of my cases had a bit of wear on the tpu, was that the case with yours as well? It's barely noticable..
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] davefields3:
Is the Iron Shield bulkier than the Neo Hybrid? They're such similar cases I assumed they were pretty equal size wise.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
Mine should be here mon or tues so i can chime in then.

I like the wat the gold one looks so if you do decide to sell, let me know how much :)
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] J3ff:
Ive had mine for 24 hours.. not a bad case at all, sure the hole doesn't line up but nobody has a problem hearing me..

Love the metal
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
Useless withput pics :) show us how great it looks :)
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] whaddupdoe:
Here it is, Titanium silver
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
Thanks, is that the lighter silver or darker, cant tell unfortunately.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] whaddupdoe:
Id say that its a little darker than a nickel/quarter/dime
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] darshiki:
Just put mine on and I'm not completely impressed. The buttons are very difficult to press and you lose the tactile feel. It looks awesome. The volume rocker is hard to press and the power button requires extra force too. Design is spot on. Execution and usability however aren't that great. Probably going to return this and get a neo hybrid.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] davefields3:
Yeah the buttons are pretty hard to push, especially the volume buttons. Not a huge deal for me as I rarely touch them. Other than that it looks and feels great and my voice was audible while using the phone(unlike the neo hybrid in its current state). Spigen is sending me a replacement neo hybrid with better microphone cut outs. I'm not sure which one I'll use more. Depends on if the Verus buttons loosen up a bit or if they remain hard to push.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] viciousjc:
had it for 24 hrs now. before that i had the spigen neo hybrid on. the verus is thinner than the spigen and feels more premium. that's bc of the metal feel and the rubber part being thinner than spigen but it exposes the camera lens a bit more. but i like it vs spigen

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anyone have signal issues? mine drops one bar when i have it on. not a big deal but something to watch out for
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] ryanalan82:
Finally came in, very nice. Titanium color to go with the note in black
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] wase4711:
so, some say it does affect reception, others say it does not

anyone using it on t mobile, and does it affect your signal?

thanks!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] ryanalan82:
I'm on Sprint and not seeing a change in signal.

Thoughts on the case..... it's nice, but the metal isn't shinny like the pics. It's more like brushed titanium color. And the buttons are not the same in the pics. Not as nice. But still it's a nicer case than the neo hybrid. I ordered that case before I saw the verus case, and good thing I did getting the phone on launch day and the neo hybrid came in the next day.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Josborne6:
I'm on tmo. I don't see any signal differences.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] wase4711:
thanks guys, I have the neo hybrid too, and its nice, but I like the look on the Verus cases..just afraid to order one, since almost everyone had a shipping nightmare after ordering it..
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] trussrules:
Mine arrived yesterday. I have T-Mobile and notice a one bar drop in reception when the case is on. I like the look and the feel, but the inner TPU part does not have cut-outs for the power and volume rocker, so pushing the side buttons is difficult when the case is on. I will most likely return it. Bummer.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] hdynasty:
I've got the Iron Shield in Red -- pretty decent quality, though I'm thinking of returning it.

J
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
Any pictures of it on the phone? and how much would you let it go for?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Josborne6:
I have to say it's growing on me.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] webgrafix:
I am on Tmobile in Jacksonville, FL... No loss of reception with the Verus Iron Shield on. I like it much more than the Spigen Neo Hybrid.

Better feel in the hand. The volume and power buttons are WAY LESS sensitive on the Verus than on the Neo Hybrid. Which I like. The lip around the display is a little higher than the Neo Hybrid, which to me means better off desk protection of the screen.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] busab:
How is the grip compared to the Neo Hybrid?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] webgrafix:
This case is much more solid feeling due to the aluminum bumper.

Another thing is that the heartbeat sensor works 100X better with the Verus Iron Shield... It is open a little more than the Neo Hybrid. I could never get it to work with the Spigen case on.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] moralesd66:
I have the Titanium Iron Shield. It is indeed beautiful, but where I live in northern NJ I normally get 2-3 bars of LTE maxing out around 98 to 102 asu's. When I put the case on within 2 minutes it drops out of LTE to 1x at around 118+ asu's. Sad to say I cannot use it. It directly impacts the reception on my Black SGN4 VZW variant. Didn't try calling with it on as the not having 4G LTE told me It had to go back. An absolute bummer. If yours doens't affect signal you are lucky. I also have the Blue Verus Thor case, and my god I am in LOVE!!! Tested out a friends NeoHyb and Slim Armor.. blows em out the water. I'm ordering another on in black or silver before the price spikes.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
Im on tmobile and just got the case in silver amd no reception loss. Im in NJ as well by GWB.

If you want to sell, depending on how much, i might be interested.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] moralesd66:
I bought it for $18 buck including shipping. If you really want it I could meet you at some point this weekend off of route 4 somewhere. PM me soon, as I plan on sending it back by weeks end. Thx
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] aturyan:
You actually like the buttons on the Iron Shield? It's so freakin hard to make one click and they just feel terrible.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] webgrafix:
I actually do... A lot. I hated the buttons on the Neo, if I breathed the wrong way, I would mute the phone, or constantly power on while in my pocket, killing my battery.

I like knowing that my volume and power are not constantly changing without me knowing about it.

But I guess it's a personal preference.

Both cases are nice. I will most likely switch em up now and again. Just for a different feel.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] elite-fusion:
I will let you know before the weekend if thats ok. I want to show my girl the case to see if she likes it and if so, i will meet with you. Around rt4 is fine. I am there everyday :)
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Baratheonist:
Had mine for a little over a week now. As far as signal reception:

1) no change using wifi. Just as fast and low ping as with no case.

2) I am on Tmobile, sometimes there is a 1 to 2 bar drop in my usual places but I still get the same data speeds and cell calls are clear as when full bar. So no change there.

3) it adds significant bulk to an already sleek and good looking phone. The gold case looks nice but compared to a Note 3 with neo spigen, the Note 4 with verus case is much bulkier.

4) cut outs are accurate. But the headphone jack can't fit my headphones.

5) the rubber lip impedes a smooth finger swipe. And I had to use backup password to bypass the finger swipe more often now.

6) I'm starting to like it, despite my

Initial disappointment.

Some pictures follow:
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] ryanalan82:
I came to like them as well. Definitely won't be turning the screen on while in my pocket.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] bpark19:
The Verus Iron Shield case is available from the following site

Verus Iron Shield
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] wase4711:
who has it for the lowest price?

thanks
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] munkypoo7:
Is there any way / place to purchase the iron shield stateside? Getting it shipped from China / Korea would be one heck of a long wait. Yes, I've (we've) been generally spoiled by amazon :P

Unfortunately there aren't any used ones up on ebay either otherwise I would have tried that route. Would love to get my hands on a silver or titanium model :\
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] hdynasty:
Sorry for the late reply. Here's the front and back, along with the retail box and inserts.

J
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] munkypoo7:
If only you had a silver one or a titanium I'd pay that in a heartbeat :p
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] moralesd66:
I have a titanium one that I'm contemplating returning due to signal issues.

posted via my Obsidian VZW Note 4
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] donkon:
Mines coming in the mail but can someone tell me if it makes the phone thicker than the spigen neo hybrid? If so then I just wasted more money. I'm using the neo hybrid silver version now and don't like the bulkiness it adds to the phone. Starting to think I'll just get a glass protector and go naked.

Sent from my SM-N910F (Note 4)
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] coremark:
I was using the Spigen Neo Hybrid and I just received my Verus Iron Shield this morning. Honestly, it looks the same at first glance but I feel like the iron Shield is slimmer. I could be wrong. Maybe a 2nd opinion would answer you for sure. So far I'm liking it. Haven't seen any signal issues on my end.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] davefields3:
Hmm I was thinking the opposite. I felt like the Iron Shield was thicker and heavier when compared with my Neo Hybrid.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] coremark:
True. It's definitely heavier.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] Josborne6:
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[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] dkreventon:
Will the TPU sag over time because of the heat? Had this issue with both of my spigen cases (Galaxy Nexus and Galaxy S4).

http://img.tapatalk.com/b8bb910c-538e-9bb5.jpg
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] scooby092477:
do you still have this? I'd buy from you if you did.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] bpark19:
Not sure but this seller offers at $22.95 + shipping($7)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Galaxy-Note-4-VERUS-Iron-Shield-Case-Premium-Dia-Cut-Edges-on-Aluminium-Frame-/121485140328?ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] AlkaliV2:
Just so you guys know, Link: http://xdaforums.com/announcement.php?f=3509 Rule 7. They don't allow any talk of buying or selling in the forums since partnering with swappa. It could result in a ban so give your posts a quick edit so that you all don't get any unwanted attention from the mods.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] moralesd66:
Thx

posted via my Obsidian VZW Note 4
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] jlczl:
I have both and think they are identical thickness. The Verus is heavier.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] jlczl:
Couple of pics of the Silver.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] tongphan:
hi, does this case affects the signal
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] th3hate:
I've been using this case for about 3 weeks and here are my impressions:

+ It feels premium, much better than spigen neo hybrid.

+ it's not bulky, and the phone is still usable in one hand.

+ Didn't suffer any signal loss.

+ The mic cutouts are perfectly aligned.

+ The heart rate sensor is easly accessible.

- The volume and power buttons are extremely hard to press.

- The metal band kinda expands after a while in a way that you can squeeze it against the tpu part.

Sent from my SM-N910F
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] knight900:
What is the screen protector that you are using if I may ask??
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] jlczl:
I haven't noticed less signal. Bars are the same but I haven't had time to actually check real battery stats. I think it may be affecting at least a little bit because I've noticed my battery life has gone down a bit since I started using it. It may be because the signal is actually weaker. I'm going to look into it further in a few days.

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Zagg glass.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] monit88:
Looks like it is selling back on Amazon again for $24.99!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] jacderson:
Have you ever noticed any scratches on the phone (caused by the case)?

Like those reported for spigen neo hybrid?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] shabbypenguin:
Just got my blue one in today, looks awesome. I loved my neo hybrid on the nexus 5 but this takes it and elevates it. i wish the buttons were done a bit better. Had spigen not included that stupid auto focus text and had a metal frame i would have picked that up instead.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] jlczl:
Can you post pics of the blue one? I was considering getting that one but there are so many shades of blues it's hard to see if it's something I'd like.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] shabbypenguin:
yea just gutta wait until the wife comes home. its a PIA to get it in there dont really wanna take it back out
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] monit88:
I had Spigen for m Nexus 5 as well. Exact same reason why I decided not to go with Spigen, and I really like Spigen's cases. Not sure why they decided to put the "Auto Focus" text.

I can't open the case or my phone till Christmas next week. Are the buttons really that bad? Since I am in Canada, I ordered it from an Ebay seller from Korea since they don't ship it from their Amazon Store.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] shabbypenguin:
Wife is taking some pictures right now, the buttons are just a bit "mushy". I ordered this from amazon the day it was relisted. this was direct from verus, due to teh fact it got taken down and was gone for so long suggests to me they had a manufacturing error and they fixed it in v2.

http://imgur.com/a/AEXsh

Here is a few pictures, i added the coke bottle for color reference :), my wife likes it enough shes putting her slim armor down and gunna pick up a red one :D
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] denttarek:
I have the Titanium gray ...the newer version ( I just got it replaced) it will fit verizon or any other carrier ..never been used. I ended up getting the S-view case, It is a solid case but I dont think I ll be swapping between them often so I am willing to let it go for $20 shipped..PM thanks
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] monit88:
Thanks for the pics, is one your microphone covered up? Are your on T-mobile or Verizon?
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] shabbypenguin:
Im on sprint so i dont believe any of the mics are covered up.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] jlczl:
Very nice! I've had aluminum bumpers in blue before and it wasn't long before the silver started showing up under the blue color due to scratches, bumps, etc. That's why I got the silver this time but the blue looks sharp. Let us know if you notice the wear and tear on it if you get a chance please. Thanks!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] monit88:
PM Sent. Let me know. Thanks
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] th3hate:
Yes, there are a few micro scratches.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] razrzxcvbnm:
How is this case holding up on daily usage? Does the rubber part become loose? Any deformation on the bumper frame? Is it easy to get scratches? I'm planning to buy this case. Looks nice! Thanks for the input guys!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] jlczl:
My silver one looks brand new still. I also would like to know if the blue one is showing any wear and tear because last time I had a blue aluminum case the minor scratches show through because of the underlying silver color.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] razrzxcvbnm:
Do you frequently remove your phone from the case? I'm also planning to get the silver or the titanium color. How long have you been using the case? Thanks!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] jlczl:
I've had it about a month. I swap it out all the time because I rotate thru about 4 different cases.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] razrzxcvbnm:
Good to know that. One last question though, does the rubber at the back attracts fingerprint? If so, is it easy to wipe it off? I have sweaty hands sometimes and I don't want it to look like a mess. Thanks again!
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] jlczl:
I'm pretty OCD about that kind of stuff and I haven't noticed much if any. Probably because of the dimpled back.
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] covers:
If anyone wants I have a brand new sealed titanium version I want to let go.

$35 shipped from Canada
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] malybru:
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[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] covers:
Thank you for the notice
[Galaxy Note 4 Accessories] arjun90:
Doesn't the TPU Scratch the Metal Edges though?

Is there a version that has Port Covers?