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[ZenFone 2 Accessories] glock24:
Ok, here are the pictures of the Asus bumper case, the material is TPU.

I'll take some more pictures later with the cover on.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] glock24:
Here are more pictures with the cover on
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] ey3pod:
Looks pretty sweet, how do you like it so far? I've been trying out different cases based on style.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] ey3pod:
How much extra thickness does it add n like 5-10%?
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] glock24:
I like the matte textured finish a lot. As you can see in the pictures, it add almost no volume to the phone.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] mp3elv:
Guys i'm tempted to buy this TW Devil Case bumper case made of aluminium it's 33 USD (and in my case it costs 16 bucks to ship it to my house) i wonder if someone has tested it or have bought it in the past, is it any good? it's kind of expensive compared to other stuff but it seems the price is cheaper than buying it from amazon and it's the real manufacturer so i dunno? any opinion or input would be appreciated.

[IMG="Bumper in champagne color"]http://i.imgur.com/mRoTjtW.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG="the earphones connector"]http://i.imgur.com/PwkiolF.jpg[/IMG]

They use paypal and EMS to send stuff around the planet, and some youtube reviews say they are good, there are other bumpers made of aluminium in Ebay but they look a tad cheap so opinions???

Edit: forgot to put the link to the site: http://www.twdevilcase.com/en/index.php?menu=prod_detail&mid=1&did=13&pid=5054&list=class
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] shoukanju:
FYI clone Slim Armor cases are now available for zf2 5.5".

There are no official ones from Spigen.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] J M L:
$0.88 clear case

I ordered four cases from Aliexpress, and this is the first one to be delivered. It was $0.88, including shipping, when I bought it. The case is a great value at $0.88, which means it's a passable case, but not great.

Ups:

Good hand feel---the case is smooth, but with some friction. I think it gives a better traction than the bare phone.

Clear, to show off your back color.

All of the holes line up, and don't obstruct anything.

The corners are tight.

Despite being clear, it doesn't seem to interfere with the flash and the camera lens. See the blank wall photo below.

Downs:

After less than a day the case has some scuffs on it, so it probably will cloud up from scratches soon.

The corners fit tight, but the straight sides are not tight and peel back from the phone easily, though not on their own.

Build quality is poor, with some flashing still present at the seam.

The top button is somewhat harder to press.

See the thumbnails at the bottom for images. Sorry for the blown out front view.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] jasonquejr:
Just ordered mine and waiting for the shipment. Will post pics as soon as it arrives.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Overandout:
Hmmm, I like the idea of an alu bumper, but the problem with ZF2 seems to be around the usb port at the bottom. The cheaper ones on e-bay / aliexpress clealry show that the bumper edges are not in contact with the phone body around the port, making it look a bit ugly.

The Devilcase website "conveniently" doesn't show a photo from an angle that allows us to see if they have adopted a different design to eliminate this or not... I will await photos :fingers-crossed:
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] thedisturbedone:
Yes please do. I am interested in this beast. It looks really good from the photos.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] hugoprh:
I have the Nillkin Frosted Case, but the edge on the bottom is a bit sharp when you use your pinky to hold the phone with one hand, other than that, the case feels great.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] jasonquejr:
That's what makes me worry too. Will take a picture of all angles and with accessories plugged in.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] kanagawaben:
I got a cheap, no-brand soft case (part clear, part frosted) from Amazon Japan for the equivalent of a few dollars. I like it, fits well and has textured bits on each side that make it really grippy. I also intend to get a wallet type case to protect the screen more, but will still use the soft case when simple is ok (e.g. around the house).
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] rlaw:
Do any of these Chinese leather circle view cases have the window size cut out correctly to see battery level?
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] bhazard451:
Nillkin Slim clear TPU case and the Pelosi hard case are both fantastic. Got them from aliexpress.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] petev01:
Interesting you ask, I have just received the Yucovs flip case, and the window diameter is too small to show the battery level. (If i had paid better attention to the pics earlier in the thread I could have noticed that )
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] jiggykilla01:
Check this out got it from amazon UK for £4.17 http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00...+zenfone+2&dpPl=1&dpID=31cfvzGplWL&ref=plSrch
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] AkiroX:
[IMG="Side 1"]http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3381761&stc=1&d=1435487784[/IMG]

[IMG="Side 2"]http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3381762&stc=1&d=1435487784[/IMG]

Got this for 7$ off eBay, loving it so far. Doesn't make the phone much thicker and looks sexy. x3
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] rlaw:
That's disappointing to hear. I'm pretty sure on every forum I've visited where someone has bought a 3rd party circle view case the story is the same, the window isn't sized correctly.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] hichaam:
I ordered one Nillkin cover case, but I still didn't receive it. But according to this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMKKKHOkqMY the battery level is visible.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] J M L:
Cheap case #2

This is the second case I got from Aliexpress. I paid $1.55 for the white one. I'm not sure what makes it hybrid. I'd initially thought that it would have a soft inner layer and a hard outer layer, but I think it might be a softer back, and stiffer sides. My initial impressions were poor, but the more I used it the more it grew on me, and I think it's my favorite so far. My biggest concern is that the case doesn't cover the corners very well.

Pros

Solid, tight fit

Good hand feel

No port issues

Doesn't make the phone seem larger

Cons

No protection for the corners

Flashing and sharp edges (but it wore off after a day of use)
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] J M L:
Cheap case #3, bumper

This is the third case, a bumper I got from Aliexpress. I paid $3.96 for it. This was the one I was most looking forward too, and also the one that's been the largest disappointment. Of the ones I've gotten so far, it's the only one I'd not recommend. It makes the phone feel larger, because it sticks out on the edges and on the back.

Pros

Makes the top button easier to press

Cons

Scratched the phone back

Increases size of phone

Sharp edges at corner
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] corrsea:
I've had a Nilkin sparkle since day one. Works perfectly. Cover springs open a bit but that is no issue for me.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] thedisturbedone:
White case on the red phone looks sick bro!
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] kanagawaben:
Picked up one of these in sky blue:

http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/aw/d/B00...f_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=178676589&pf_rd_i=mobile

I got mine from a different seller than the link though, and got sky blue because it was so cheap compared to the other colours (¥430, or about US$3.50). Seems OK for such a cheap price - light, fits well, looks nice, no flaws in it. The material is clearly quite thin pleather, but it feels nice to the touch and doesn't look horribly cheap. I don't imagine it will last that long, but at that price I don't really care. If I get 6 months from it I'll be well satisfied.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] d123:
Just received a Nillkin Nature TPU case, a good choice for anyone not wanting to add bulk to the phone and very good quality.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Makarios:
Thanks for the post :) What is the texture this case like, slick or grippy? I'm wondering if it's the same material as what is sometimes described as sandstone or rubber paint. I had a sandstone case for my previous phone and loved its feel.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] J M L:
The surface itself is smooth, as in it is not textured. It is a hard plastic, meaning that pressing a finger nail to it does not create a depression, but it does feel a bit grippy. It feels like it has more friction against the hand then the bare phone, even though the stock back does have a slight texture. Hard plastic makes it sound like it might feel smooth, like a regular desktop mouse, for example, but it doesn't, there is a sense of friction.

The clear silicon case has more friction and grippiness than this one. One reason I've come to like this one is because it wraps up on the sides, so there is a consistent feel on the palm and fingers when holding the phone. The silicon case also wraps up on the sides, but because the edges of the case peel away from the phone and there is seam where the fingertips rest it doesn't feel as secure. I think the silicon one might actually offer better protection though, because it does cover everything except the screen and bezel, while the hard one leaves the top and bottom edges and half of each corner uncovered.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Gustapo:
Is yours same as http://www.amazon.in/Amzer-Pudding-Case-Zenfone-ZE551ML/dp/B00WUKLPX4?
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] J M L:
Cheap case #4

This is the last of the four cases I ordered from Aliexpress. It's a heavy duty case, and I paid $3.98 for it. I never intended for this one to be my daily case, but rather to use in situations where I wanted more protection. Unfortunately, the cutout for the headphone jack is not wide enough, so it's impossible to use with headphones, which mostly defeats the purpose of having a case for rough activities. I might take a razor blade to it.

The case is made of two parts, a flexible inner sleeve, and a hard plastic outer cover. Despite the appearance, the outer cover is not rubberized, it's just plastic. The bumps do provide lots of edges to grip, so the phone is very secure while holding it.

There is a little kickstand to turn the giant phone into a tiny TV.

Pros:

Lots of protection

A kickstand

Easy to hold

Cons:

The headphone jack is obstructed

The neon green isn't as neon as it appears in pictures

Makes the top button difficult to operate

I'm not counting size against this case, because that comes with the territory for one providing this much protection. It will keep the phone itself from hitting a flat surface, but I don't know how much force it will absorb, or if most of it just gets passed to the phone anyway through the hard cover.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] AkiroX:
Yeeeeppers! That's it! X3
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] CenereZar:
Thank you for the informations guys
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] scumola:
I have that same case and I like that it's grippy but have the same complaints as the poster.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Val3r10:
Could you please give a link for the Chinese cover ?

Thanks
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Trotter516:
Here you go:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/19155672896...49&var=490634534824&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] xwarlockx:
Bought Goospery flip case from eBay.

4/5 in terms of protection

5/5 in looks

Fits very well.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] jasonquejr:
Hello everyone! I received my zf2 devilcase.

Used it for few weeks already.

See images below.

First of all, sorry if I took lot's of pictures. If this is not allowed, please tell me so that I can delete some of it. Secondly, I'm not really good in giving reviews so please forgive me.

When I received the package, I was a bit excited to open it. Then when I saw the bumper, I got a bit disappointed. I may have expected too much based on the images I have seen on their website specially with the total amount I paid for it. But then I was surprised that they included a carbon fiber skin as I was looking for something like that. At first the bumper feels off because it somehow made the phone a bit bulky on sides. But after a couple of weeks, I got used to it and feels good now. The appearance definitely made my zf2 really classy. The hole for USB charging port is okay. No problem or whatsoever. Same with the power button. Easy to press. The hole for 3.5mm jack was the only concern. Base on the pictures, the headphone jack fits perfectly but the jack of the speakers doesn't fit well.

The package includes:

1 aluminum bumper

1 cleaning cloth

2 back cover skin

2 camera lens protector

2 screw drivers

Bunch of screws.

33USD plus 13USD for shipping here in Manila

All in all, I'm very happy with the looks. The protection I think is okay covering the sides. Of course, only the carbon fiber skin is protecting my back cover from scratches. My phone fell two times already but luckily, everything is okay.

Again, sorry for this kind of review.

Hope this helps.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] sportscrazed2:
I'm curious if tpu actually provides decent drop protection? I bought the pudding amzer one and love the look and feel and how thin it is but, not quite sure if it would actually survive being dropped on contcrete. Then again the inner layer on most otterboxes is tpu right? And aren't the corners of otterbox tpu? And isn't the corner the most likely spot to damage the screen if dropped? Now i've only dropped any of the smartphones i've owned once or so in my life but, i'd rather be confident that if i receive a phone call and fumble my phone walking down the street it will be ok.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] cmendonc2:
I accidentally banged my ZF2 with a TPU case on against a sharp corner of a table, and the dent went right through the TPU and into the soft plastic back. I guess with concrete it would be that times more.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] sportscrazed2:
I'm not too concerned about the back.. That is replaceable easily enough. More concerned about the screen. I've never replaced one myself and I'm pretty sure it would be a pain in the ass. Oh well I don't really feel like putting my giant case back on after feeling how thin this one is. I guess I'll just have to discipline myself not to text while walking.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Sammaul:
http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-ASUS-Zen...TF8&qid=1436922382&sr=1-17&keywords=zenfone+2

Cannot order until payday, but this one looks interesting....not too bulky, but decent protection. Comes in a variety of colors.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] sportscrazed2:
2 amzer cases i hope i don't regret switching from the big hefty one to the small feels like nothing case. I have the nillkin tpu case and tempered glass on the way. I may be forced to use that one because the hard amzer pulled at the corners of an old tempered glass protector and i ended up breaking that protector anyway on purpose because it was crap. According to the reviews on amazon the pudding does the same so the nillkin might just win by default. Nillkin and nillkin should work together right? Really digging how thin the phone is with the pudding. I actually like it better than naked because i kinda just ordered the only color b&h had in stock. I've probably spent about 30 on cases now and i hear a screen repair is like $60 maybe I should have just pocketed the cash and hoped for the best naked
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Glaxaymixc:
i like it, it looks so powerful!
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] swiftden:
Bought 5 of these. Looks and feels really really good. Bought it from Aliexpress and shipped to to the Philippines, selling the remaining 4. PM me if interested.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] baobrain:
Nillkin Sparkle Leather Case

Huge disappointment. Definitely not leather, definitely plastic. It doesn't protect the top of the case and it doesn't close completely.

Some pics:
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Overandout:
Thanks for this.

Can you answer a few questions for me before I buy this expensive bumper?

1) Is there a proper hole in the case for a lanyard to be attached?

2) Have you since removed the bumper to see if it has scratched / damaged the phone?

3) Have you noticed any reduction in signal strength?
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] jasonquejr:
1. There's no provision for lanyard.

2. I remove the bumper once in a while and no scratch or whatsoever. Phone is still in perfect condition.

3. I have no issues with signal. Though in our area, specially in our workplace, we have a really poor signal coverage. I attached a signal booster inside my phone to increase the signal strength. Everything went well then.

Hope these help you. :D
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] magrendz04:
I do like how the Devilcase looks even if it's too pricey . Devilcase also offers camera lens protector, which might come in a handy :)
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] onesky:
watch out, i also got and used the Nillkin Nature TPU case but there is an issue with it: whenever you take pictures in low light condition using flash, the light will be magnified by the border of the case between led and lens, producing a very bad glare.

here it is:

without case

With NILLKIN Nature TPU case

today i received a new transparent case from aliexpress seller, for just 1,90 euro i solved the isssue. The new case doesn't have any border between led and lens, that's why pictures are not affected by the glare.

with Aliexpress 1,90 euro case
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] faber_93:
Hi to everyone! :)

i'm gonna buy this amazing phone soon and the red version seduces me a lot! Can someone please share impressions and some other photos of the red version of the phone? because i like very much this version but I don't know how flashy and sparkly it is! i'm afraid of getting tired of it very soon! :)

Thanks!
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] zacxzac:
I just bought a cheap flip case on eBay, as well as a Nillkin case. Pretty interested to see how they are when they get here.

Has anyone used one of the knock-off cheap flip cases?
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] meciu99:
Yesterday I've recieved packages from DevilCase (with Champagne Gold BumperCase) & DBrand (back titanium and front black titanium decal), now my ZF2 looks nice :)

I can post pictures if anyone wants. Cheers!
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Trotter516:
That's the whole point of the thread, mate. ;)
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] pauliusval99:
Anyone got a suggestion for the 5" model? Many cases are only available for 5.5"... Also, would a case designed for Zenfone 2E work with ZE500CL? From what I can see in images online (and the specifications), the dimensions are totally identical. But I'm not sure about the tiny details, like how much rounded the corners are - that would decide if the case fits or not.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] sxcs1991:
Does anyone know any link of extended battery case for ZF2? I havent found any....
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Axospirit:
i bought it about 4 months ago, the quality is excellent, i think is the best alluminium case as you can find.

Best choice
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Trotter516:
Time to revive this one.

I recently got four new cases (I like variety, what can I say). The first was crap, one of these. It looked nice but the rubber is soft and pliable and attracts dust/lint like a vacuum. Sorry but no pic as I tossed it.

I received a couple I had ordered off of AliExpress, a silver one and a red one. These are rather nice. TPU with a colored plastic ring/band.

I also got a window case from eBay, a black one (currently out of stock). It fits well and the window is actually large enough to show the battery ring. I really like the magnetic clasps on the side and that it has a plastic film for the window. It is like most of the others in that if you fold the cover around back it triggers the Asus cover. The inner holder is not a solid case and leaves the top and bottom exposed but that should be OK with the rest of the case acting as a buffer.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] lucifero13:
how many days before you received the red one? planning get one also
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Trotter516:
Not sure, been a minute. Between 2-3 weeks IIRC. That's to the US and then to Tennessee.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] KallaiR:
hello. i am interested in buying aluminum bumper frame. devilcase is too expensive and it gives too much extra size. which one is the best alternative to devilcase?
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] BipolarMike:
Zenfone 2 Tauri Wallet Case (photos attached)

I bought this case without realizing it didn't come with an auto-sleep/wake feature... so I modded it and added the feature myself with a spare magnet!

See my other post for more pictures and details: http://xdaforums.com/zenfone2/accessories/zenfone-2-tauri-wallet-case-magnet-mod-t3390086
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] dimmebd:
Aliexpress Carbon Cover

My "Carbon" case arrived yesterday, I've bought fom aliexpress. It is texturized and impressive good looking case.

http://pt.aliexpress.com/item/Original-CAPAS-3D-Case-for-ASUS-Zenfone-2-ZE551ML-ZE550ML-5-5-Cover-Case-Carbon-Fiber/32648464383.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.67.vLixBr
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Ico.Muki74:
I made a test here and saw the same. My case has a separated hole for flash. :(
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] jisddwqs:
In the past years, I bought tons of Jisoncase's cases. Super good. I like them more than otterbox and spigen.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] Sayan44:
Need a good, strong back cover like Motomo or something like that. Suggestions?
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] kenbo111:
But they don't make zenfone cases.
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] micuzzo77:
spigen liquid crystal

i got this
[ZenFone 2 Accessories] jman0:
Today I got this one on the mail:

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/for...Case-Battery-Back-Cover-Flip/32386455850.html

It's insanely cheap, but also very nice and high quality. It's a back cover replacement with smart view window, so in order to use it, you have to remove the original one and also transfer the NFC antenna from one to the other.

I managed to remove the NFC antenna quite easily following the advice found here; http://forums.androidcentral.com/sprint-nexus-s-4g/122279-NFC antenna-extended-battery.html

The user on that forum used a guitar pick to take the antenna out and I confirm it's the best way. My NFC is working like a charm on the new cover.

One nice feature: the back of the cover is flat, so you can use the phone on a flat surface, such as a table. The only con I've found is that red color is not available (just kind of dark pink) to match my red original cover, but the dark blue one I got is also very nice. Well, there's a second con: power button is a bit hard to use, you have to push a bit harder than usual

You can't get higher quality at such a low price.
[Nexus 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ChromeJob:
Due to my sensors being completely gone in 5.1 on my Nexus 4, I decided to flash the new 5.1.1 image. Did a backup in CWM (which is now lost, CWM recovery wipe/reset removes its own backups pffft :( ), flashed the factory image except userdata.img ... and boot loop. Did a backup of everything (CWM), repeated, still the boot loop. Tried CWM reset (which is supposed to leave backups), no joy. Tried restoring backup, GONE. Sigh. (Should've adb pulled /sdcard/ , I know. )

Okay, so flashed everything again incl. userdata.img. Still boot loop.

Flashed 4.4.4 on it and performed stock recovery reset. No joy. LOcked bootloader, then unlocked again, JOY. Booted up into 4.4.4, and lo and friggin' behold, sensors are all there.

So flashed 5.1.1 factory image completely (bootloader, radio, recovery, boot, cache, system, userdata images). And again the infinite boot animation. Tried locking and then unlocking bootloader. no joy.

Each time I'm giving the phone 5 minutes of the animation to continue to setup, more than enough.

The flash-all.bat file hasn't worked in the past (missing sig file warnings),[1] so I'm unpacking image-occam-lmy47v.zip and fastboot flashing each partition by hand.

[1] This time it's working, so ... patience wins.

Anyone else encountering problems with the 5.1.1 factory image?