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[Nexus 6P Accessories] SlyUK:
So the RhinoShield is not Tempered Glass ?
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Solutions Etcetera:
No... it is layered polymer.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] SlyUK:
Interesting, I didn't know that. I just assumed it was a tempered glass solution. Is there any indication or evidence to show that its more effective than a TGSP ?
[Nexus 6P Accessories] l_stevens:
Only the Video from the makers of the Rhino that I linked above. Other than that, a lot of people saying they like/think it's better. The Internet's overall "opinion" is that TGSPs give better protection from breakage. But, no "evidence". There are a lot of us who went to TGSP primarily for it's extra (assumed) protection. While it DOES have other advantages, some (who hold resistance to breakage the highest), would change if it there was clear evidence that this (or other "plastic" protectors) gave more/ greater protection for breakage. I'm surprised there haven't been some independent tests.

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[Nexus 6P Accessories] musz:
i just applied the impact protector, just now dunt hv guts to tried that is it really protect our screen
[Nexus 6P Accessories] musz:
but b4 u all buy the bumper, one thing u will notice it will loosen on both side,
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Solutions Etcetera:
There have... search YouTube.

They even send out a heavy steel ball with the reviewer kit. The material is designed specifically to cushion impact, and from what I've seen, it is pretty effective at doing so.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] l_stevens:
IF that's the case, then we should all accept the fact that this screen protector (or plastic ones in general?) are better at protecting our screens from breaking due to drop or impact.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Solutions Etcetera:
That maybe too much a stretch. Like their bumper, I have seen results that are pretty amazing. Other cases I've had have not faired so well. So while their SP may offer more protection, that doesn't mean all will.

I don't have the specifics about Evolutive's secret sauce, but everything I have seen has me believing in them. While I have yet to drop my phone, I think my Crash Guard is a very high quality product. While I have never used a screen protector, or scratched a screen, this has me thinking about getting one.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] l_stevens:
Great posta! But, it seems that you're saying that it's at least possible (probable?) that the Rhino Shield protector is better (due to its layering) at impact resistance than a TGSP. And, in general, it appears that PET Films are pretty effective against scratches too. So, the only outstanding issue is the "feel" of the protector.

You say that because no protector can protect from ALL impacts, and because you like the feel of it, that you choose a TGSP.

However, there are those that put scratch and impact resistance above degradation in "feel". It seems that group should consider the Rhino.

There also appears to be a common misconception that TGSPs are BETTER at impact resistance than PET ones. Your article (and the linked one) appear to question this assumption.

In addition, we really don't know much about the "feel" of the Rhino Protector (please chime in if you have one). Is it 10% worse "feel"? 20%? More?
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Elnrik:
Thank you.

I have one on my work issued iPhone. I hold it in high regard compared to other non-glass protectors. It would be near impossible to correctly describe the tactile sensations imparted by it in comparison to other TGSP or PET films I've tried. I have attempted to write about this, and have rewrote the same inadequate descriptions several times. It left me frustrated, so I deleted it. I will simply say that it does not feel like glass because it is not glass - but the feel is not displeasing.

Regarding impact protection, I would suggest, based on personal observation, that this product would be as good or better than most TGSPs I have tried. However...

What I wrote was meant to question all screen protectors' ability to provide meaningful real world protection against impacts. In the real world - when you have actually dropped your phone on accident - when has it ever fallen *perfectly* screen down and parallel to the ground with a single protruding object impacting the screen? Chances are, never. It is this type of drop that would have to occur to replicate the steel ball bearing test displayed in the videos. It is far more likely that a corner or side of the device will impact first.

Considering that the products we apply don't cover the entirety of the screen in most cases, such corner impacts effectively bypass a screen protector's protection altogether. While some additional impact protection on the display itself is desirable, the TGSPs and films we apply are nowhere near as protective (or important) as a good case or bumper. If a screen protector were as protective as such a case or bumper, it's thicknesses would have to be sufficient to render it useless as a screen protector. If this were not true, phone cases which provide good impact resistance would be as thin as TGSPs.

In summary, it is my belief and experience that the damage to a phone's glass screen most often occurs from impacts to sides and corners of your phone where SPs don't provide protection, or it occurs from impact forces which will exceed the minimal protection provided by these screen protectors.

Considering all of the above: having realistic expectations about the type and amount of protection you add by using these products, as well as any personal preferences you may have toward look and feel, are considerations which far outweigh the impact protection qualities of said products.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Jhvoorhies:
I got the dark blue rhinoshield bumper with my gold 6p. It was loose on the sides at first, but it seems to have somehow become a bit more form fitting after just one day. I love this bumper now!
[Nexus 6P Accessories] SlyUK:
Nice are you using RhinoShield for the Screen Protector also ?
[Nexus 6P Accessories] emiwonder:
what do you guys think about it? do you know its dimensions?
[Nexus 6P Accessories] thegrants82:
I bet it's huge.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Bxrider117:
I got an email from Rhinoshield about the delay in shipping but they also shared some photos of the potential finished product.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Roscopcoletrain:
the front looks ok, but man, that rear lip
[Nexus 6P Accessories] RockwellB1:
Was looking forward to this, but now I'm not too sure. That extra lip at the bottom rear is kind of a turn off. I guess I'll wait to see it in person though since Speck has let me down by once again only offering the Grip case.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Franzie3:
I had high hopes for this case but i think it might be to thick. Plus i was reading some reviews from this case form iphone users and a lot said that the rubber coating chips easily. i think i might stick with my ringke a while longer or possible go back to naked. Red CF dbrand looks nice still.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] skubiszm:
What did your email say about shipping? I haven't heard anything from them since I pre-ordered mine.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Bxrider117:
Dear Victor,

Thank you for contacting us and pre-ordering our 6p bumper.

The*date of the shipment has not been determined just yet, it will be between the end of this week to the beginning of next week, we are very close to release date. In order to make the product perfect and function as promised, we are running the final testings to make sure the bumper will perform properly, as you know our bumper is not just any ordinary nexus*slap on case, it offers significant impact protection:*https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBmLQdJwPTs**

We are at the last stage of stress testing, the test is going very well, please see attachment for the actual pictures of the bumper.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] bamachevrolet:
Here is the email I received from Rhinoshield after asking the possible shipping date.

Thank you for contacting us.

We will keep you posted very soon about the expected shipping date of the product. You should receive an email by this weekend. We plan on receiving the products soon and proceed to the shipping right away. We do not have an exact shipping date yet but we are confident every pre-order should be shipped by the end of the month.

We thank you for your patience.

Best regards,

Alex
[Nexus 6P Accessories] jpeg42:
End of the month now?? Wow.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] bkrickles:
Just received this:

Dear Rhino Friends,

First of all, thank you for pre-ordering our Nexus 5x or 6p bumpers! The success has been beyond our expectations, which gives us even more pressure to deliver the best product that we can.

We have good news: Although there will be a slight delay, the product is thinner and stronger than our previous bumpers. We made improvements to our original material which will make this product the most protective and thinnest bumper ever created for a phone.

Unfortunately, the production met a bump this week and the start of the mass production needed to be delayed a few days to correct the mold. We are planning on receiving the final products around a week before the end of the month and we will have them immediately shipped from our warehouses around the world. The orders placed with FedEx will be sent directly from our Headquarters which means they will be received first.

Products First Look:

Come have a peek at our new photos of the updated Nexus 5x and 6p bumpers design! The thickness of the bumpers have been cut down to 2.7mm. The lip on both sides will protect the cameras perfectly when the phones lay on their backs.

Pictures here!

Feel free to share them to your friends! And remember, every one pre-ordering will receive a lifetime 25% discount code on all of our products in the future!

About the in-hand feel:

RhinoShield was at CES in Las Vegas last week with some samples of our products for people to try. Most people were surprised at the thinness of the bumper compared to the protection it gives. People were also impressed to see that our CrashGuard bumper added very little weight and bulk onto a big phone such as the Google Huawei 6p. Our product is now featured as one of the best case in CES for any phone on Digital Trends.

Once again, thank you for your awesome patience. If you have any question, please feel free to reply to this email. We will do our best to provide an answer quickly. If you have any specific request for the shipping, please also do not hesitate to ask us and we will try to be as accommodating as possible.

Cheers!

The EvoLabs Team.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] imex99:
Double post...
[Nexus 6P Accessories] -X5-:
Pictures:

https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B9rTOTyhTZOlcWZtV1J5TGlFdmc&usp=sharing
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Roscopcoletrain:
the sides look a lot better. the top and bottom rear lips are still rather large imo (of course this is for added protection). Curious if a slickwraps natural skin will work with this??
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Franzie3:
the added slimness is actually making me wants this again. hopefully someone gets one soon or we get some more detailed pictures. I'd really love a clear one.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Roscopcoletrain:
i keep going back in forth. I think if i knew for sure this would work with the slickwraps natural leather skin, I'd order one.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] 530farm:
Edit: NVM, i'm blind
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Rox598:
Just put an order in for the black one

Never bought anything from these guys before but all I wanted was a bumper since the back is covered by my Dbrand and the front from the Tempered Glass. have to say though after I ordered I noticed the raised up parts at the top and i'm not a fan.

Ah well soon see when I get it., teach me to look at the images closer lol
[Nexus 6P Accessories] imex99:
Return if you don't Iike..... I'm excited to try it out!
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Rox598:
That would be a long and expensive thing since i'm in the UK

I'll just stick it up for sale somewhere else if I don't like it. just hope those raised bits aren't annoying when the phone is in your pocket.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Jhvoorhies:
I'm actually using a Yoozon tempered glass screen protector.. I just prefer to have my screen feel like glass, but i did consider the rhinoshield screen protector. I am interested in seeing the rhinoshield back protector once available.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] SlyUK:
Ah I don't think thats available for purchase in the UK.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Jhvoorhies:
I ordered both the rhinoshield bumper and the Yoozon tempered glass screen protector on Amazon.com. because I'm impatient, I had to get one day shipping lol. Thankfully with my 6p and accessories ordered on 2/18, I got them all on 2/19 [emoji2]
[Nexus 6P Accessories] SlyUK:
The bumper I purchased from Evolutive Labs along with the RhinoShield. If I need a backup screen protector I was just thinking of which to get. Can't find Yoozon on Amazon UK though.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Franzie3:
I got mine on Friday...finally. Just took me too long to bite the bullet and finally get it, but thanks Amazon prime for the 2 day shipping :D

I must say off the bat i was a bit skeptical coming from the Ringke Fusion. The Rhinoshield case added some extra bulk around the edges which I wasn't a huge fan of. TBH that is me just being nit picky. I prefer my device to be naked, maybe with just a skin, but if i do go case I like to go as minimal as possible since I have smaller thumbs and hands and any pick device my thumb has issues reach across the screen. The N6 was a killer for me lol. So Friday night I tried it out and got a hand for the feel of the device.

After using it all weekend I must say i'm very impressed. More impressed then i thought after hearing all the +/- reviews from everyone. The sides on mine do not necessarily come off the device. They do when you actually pull away from it but normal use and holding, it does not. its not loose by any means and will NOT come off. My second issues would of been the back humps on the device. From pictures they were looking bigger then normal but they are subtle and off a nice lift when back down on a table preventing the camera from hitting the surface. Same goes for the entire back of the device. The third issue I was worried about was the stiff power button, which many says loosen up over time. I will say it has only been 2 1/2 days and yes it is very stiff but if you press in the center of the button it works 100% all the time. And honestly this was probably the least of my worries since we have the fingerprint sensor to unlock and I have double tap to wake and double tap to sleep set up with my ROM/kernel so i technically never need to hit the power button if I choose.

The case did take a while to get used to but i do love the in-hand feel. I like being able to feel the back of my device which gives it that naked like feel of not having a protective case. The headphone and USB-C port hole openings are perfect and spot on fitment with what I use for headphones and the stock USB-C cables.

Last thing I will say is that this makes (at least in my opinion) make my device look so much more sleeker and defined. Just having it rest on a table the black bumper case does look like it belongs on my device and has a perfect fit. Hats off to the team over at EvolutiveLabs for making a great case. I can surely see myself forever using this for as long as I own the device and I hope they continue to make bumper cases for all top tier flagship devices.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] bkrickles:
I'm so happy to see more positive than negative reviews.

I've had mine for almost 3 weeks now and continue to like it the most for my aluminum 6P.

I agree with everything you say in your review. There's really nothing I don't like.

I do use the power button for the double tap to camera launch and it's either loosened up for me or I've just gotten used to it because it works virtually every time for me.

The fit is perfect, it has the right amount of grip for me and I do love to feel the cold aluminum back that gives you that naked feeling.

Anyway, I'm happy with it and anyone who is on the fence with it should just give it a try. I don't believe you'll be disappointed.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Franzie3:
Truly at the end of the day it's all personal preference. Someone like my step-father who just got an iphone 6s+ has an otterbox case on it and it's HUGE!! But he also works as a sheetmetal worker/welder so his job kinda demands a tougher case. He had the same case on his old phone which was a Droid RAZR. Other people like myself, prefer something not as bulky and take care of their devices.

I will add one think that I did drop my device twice onto the floor and nothing happened. The Pajama pants i was wearing have the words smallest pockets and the device hangs out. Tends to fall out. Fell on ceramic tile both times and both times no damage to my device and no damage to the case. Only maybe a 3ft drop but still. Lesson learned....buy better pants..
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Momotani-Hitoshi:
Been using a spigen ultra hybrid as my daily driver on my gold 6P and trying out the Rhinoshield for the past few days. Can't make up my mind which feels or look better. Rhinoshield is actually for my gf's 6P since she drops it a lot more than I do, but i'd likely stay with the spigen. I do have dbrand pink carbon skin coming to match the white rhinoshield.

I don't find the sides being loose a problem. You'll only see it loose if you tug on it intentionally. Holding normally it is fine. I actually like the buttons being harder to press because I accidentally press them too often holding the phone. Don't have much need to use them since I swipe to sleep using elementalx and turn on using finger imprint.

Case actually makes it feel wider and thicker than my spigen. Holding the rhino feels like holding a rectangular flat brick, I can feel the edges. The spigen is more curved and smooth.

In terms of protection I guess the rhinoshield wins at 11ft drop rated. The spigen is only unofficially rated at 4ft, but doesn't mean it can't handle 11ft. Both feel pretty sturdy with the spigen slightly softer. I was assuming the rhinoshield would feel more squishi or rubbery on the inside, but it feels pretty hard and solid.

I have both nillkin and intelliglass tempered screen protector. Both fit fine without issue.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] waqar.qu:
I live in Ontario. I was curious to know how many days total did it take to get to you?

I also use a magnetic car mount from mountek (do you have the same?). Are you saying it's not possible with the Crash Guard 'cause you can't put it on the inside of your case? Or is it cause you have a metal plate with a sticky 3m side and don't want to stick it on to the back of your 6p?
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Roscopcoletrain:
Ordered January 29, delivered Feb 15.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] zjhehe:
Damn that sucks, I'm in Ontario too. Still waiting for my white Rhino.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] zjhehe:
After installing it for the first time and making sure everything locks into place, I noticed that one side of the Rhino Shield Crash Guard does not have a tight fit as the other side. It's loose not in the sense of pulling on it outwards. Rather, it is loose if you wobble it up and down along the edge.

Did anybody else experience this or is the Rhino Shield Crash Guard only designed to work with a DBrand as I did not opt-in for one just yet.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Rox598:
So I just took off my rhino sheild from my 6P and there's dents/scratches down one side of it! just where the rhino shield is really loose swell.....i'm not happy at all what the actual f**k I haven't even dropped it once! I only took it off to clean the phone and noticed 3 scrapes/dents :(
[Nexus 6P Accessories] zjhehe:
I think I got suckered into this Rhino Shield hype. I paid $40 for this and that could've been like 3 Spigen Ultra Hybrid's I could've replaced with.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] jpeg42:
Pics? Are you saying that the looseness caused the scratches? Like stuff got under there, or case is defective? I just took off mine and looks ok thankfully.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Rox598:
Nah i'm saying because it's loose something must have gotten under there and caused the damage cause i've never dropped my phone at all and it's right where the volume rocker is and below it swell. :( ive taken the case off and put the official one from the play store back on.

I don't have a camera to upload pics other than the camera on my Pixel C and I don't think it'll show the damage very well

I am so pissed.

This is the best image I could get

http://i.imgur.com/tWwmODU.jpg
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Momotani-Hitoshi:
Finally got my pink carbon dbrand I ordered on valentine. Paired it with a white rhinoshield. No more gold 6P, pink powah.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] RogerSC:
Had a Rhinoshield bumper case on my iPhone 6 for over a year, and loved it. Have one coming now for the Nexus 6P, and am looking forward to having a better grip, and the rim around the outside (front and back) that holds it above the surfaces that its laying on (or dropped on). Also like having the built-in buttons, rather than trying to press the original phone buttons that are recessed by the bumper through holes in the bumper. Reminds me of the bumper case that Apple sold for the iPhone 4, liked that one too. But with slippery phones, like the Nexus 6P the bumper cases are great for having a soft,grippier surface to hold onto rather than just slippery glass and aluminum phone body. Looking forward to it.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] musz:
just to share. for screen protector what they called impact protector. u all will notice it really finger magnet. need to wipe frequently, n bcoz of that i switch back to intelliarmor tempered glass, for crash guard not much, just abit loosen on each side. infact already complain to them but they said that normal. so have to live with that ?
[Nexus 6P Accessories] SlyUK:
Intelliarmor TGSP and CrashGuard work perfectly fine together ?
[Nexus 6P Accessories] Rox598:
So after sending pictures of the damage to the side of my phone to Rhino Shield they are pretty sure that nothing could get inbetween the loose parts of the case to damage the phone

Pretty much talking to a brick wall
[Nexus 6P Accessories] zjhehe:
After using the Rhino Shield for a few days, I find it overrated. Back to my trusty Spigen Ultra Hybrid. The looseness of the Crash Guard is not my cup of tea.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] musz:
yerp.. work very well, infact even if u choose the max to max coverage intelliarmor tgsp still fit nicely ?, later i shot some pics
[Nexus 6P Accessories] musz:
here pics rhinoshield with Intelliarmor tempered glas, max coverage type.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] SlyUK:
What alternatives to the Crash Guard bumper from other brands/products exist ?
[Nexus 6P Accessories] mimitran:
Is there visibly gaps between the screen protector and the bumper? I have the same set up but there's a bit of a gap for me. Wondering if I got an older version of the screen outrightly.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] zjhehe:
Bumper case wise seems non-existent. I originally bought the Spigen because it was cheap and was minimalistic.
[Nexus 6P Accessories] musz:
yes, got gap but really small, for me its perfect cut. ?

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i think got aluminium bumper from ebay, what im worried it will interfere with the signal,

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that my current issue, the loosen thingy, really bothers me, but as discuss over email, their said its normal, meant to be that way. tried to argue, but nothing can do, the best way return the item then they refund or other way if want to replace with others unit, u must send the unit back n their teams inspect 1st before decide replace or not, 1 thing that im piss off, u have to fork out another shipping cost for send it over there n another shipping cost to send to u, really.. irritating. but as i said nothing can do..
[Nexus 6P Accessories] tennisshoeninja:
I had to comment.. this is sick! NICE!!