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[EVO 4G Accessories] SilverStone641:
holy crap. well, i stand corrected! thats a nice looking case. any clue if sprint has an eta on the defender series?
[EVO 4G Accessories] mrfunnyguyky:
We'll I work for sprint so yes. I do have one. Thanks though.
[EVO 4G Accessories] redrazr7791:
Eh...I'll wait until the Defender comes out.
[EVO 4G Accessories] samrozzi:
clamknuckle and mrfunnyguyky check your messages

also for anyone else that got it, i work for sprint and im trying to find one, anyone know the SKU so I can search it in the system? or did a store have them in stock on display? and was it corporate or third party?
[EVO 4G Accessories] G-5:
Do either of you mind giving a quick review of the Otterbox? In particular how easy is it to press the power and volume buttons? I've had a lot of issues pressing the buttons easily and quickly with other cases. Also, does it come with a screen protector and does that fit well with the case? Thanks.
[EVO 4G Accessories] clamknuckle:
The buttons are easy to press with the case on. It does come with a full screen protector. It adds about the same amount of bulk as the two color case that you can get from Sprint now. I think it's actually a little less.

It hides 90% of the visible red on the back, the only red you can see is at the end of the kickstand. It doesn't distort the speaker at all, like the defender does on my Bold.

It doesn't feel totally indestructible like my Bold does in the Defender, but I get that they are different classes of cases. I still would feel ok if I dropped it from a short distance that the phone would be fine.

Overall it's easily the best case Sprint sells for the Evo, and it's not a bad value. I can't speak to the Sedio cases or whatever else is out there, but so far I really like the Commuter. The only thing I don't like is that it doesn't come with a holster, but for 35 bucks, what you get is good.
[EVO 4G Accessories] G-5:
Thanks for the review. Where did you get the case from? In stores?
[EVO 4G Accessories] Mayonesa:
thats the only thing i dont like.. they should all come with a holster... i know i woulnt like a phone this big in my pocket..

i have the sedio rugged now and i like it but i wouldnt mind looking into one of these...

even tho every time i take off the rugged i miss having the naked phone... love how thin it really is.
[EVO 4G Accessories] rooster94:
I've been wanting this for a long time now. Have any idea on when they will be available to buy through Sprint?
[EVO 4G Accessories] samrozzi:
actually they are available, i went to my store and they are available for direct ship the sku is

CFH8167Q its 34.99$

direct ship is usually 2ish business days.
[EVO 4G Accessories] samrozzi:
also how does the full screen protector work? is it like any other one which just you stick on? or like the blackberry ones a plastic wrap around phone? and if so, how does it affect the sensitivity.
[EVO 4G Accessories] rooster94:
Hmm, so do you think that if I went to my local Sprint store and was like hey I would like this case, heres the sku, could they order it for me? Or would I actually have to work there?
[EVO 4G Accessories] samrozzi:
nope we can order it no problem, as long as its available for direct ship they dont care. heck they get commission. its deff no problem.
[EVO 4G Accessories] rahb0sse:
I really hope someone designs a car mount for the three Otterbox cases. I'd spend $50-$60, maybe even $100 for one. Cheaper than putting in a GPS in my truck, lol.
[EVO 4G Accessories] rooster94:
Hmm, I may have to make a little stop tomorrow. Then I can sell my Seidio Innocase II to my neighbor for a few bucks so that he can finally get rid of that ****ty Body Glove that has actually done more damage to his phone than it has to protect it.

Tomorrow looks to be a good day :)
[EVO 4G Accessories] samrozzi:
yeah maybe if your lucky a store will actually have them in stock, according to some people some stores actually have them.

also i wonder if their is some belt holster from any company that will fit the commuter case.
[EVO 4G Accessories] zergburger:
Called my local store and asked for the "otterbox case for evo" and the guy said they only had them for blackberries with a disappointed voice. Called back a few minutes ago with the SKU provided and asked for a direct order. He looked it up and went silent for a bit and said "whoah.. we have 8 of them, I mean 7 of them" and said he would see me tomorrow. hahaha
[EVO 4G Accessories] rooster94:
I can't wait now! I have wanted this case for so long. Looks like the wait won't be too much longer
[EVO 4G Accessories] rahb0sse:
What's the SKU on the Defender?
[EVO 4G Accessories] zergburger:
not out yet
[EVO 4G Accessories] rahb0sse:
Well, poop.
[EVO 4G Accessories] outcircuit:
Do you know if the impact is available through direct order? I like that it's a little thinner, I frequently wear dress pants and would prefer thinnest possible while still offering good protection.
[EVO 4G Accessories] samrozzi:
not sure, i dont go into work until tomm. but when i called into my work i think they said they only saw the commuter. but in all honestly, i know alot of people with otterboxes for multiple phones and everyone likes the commuter the best.

atm I have the seidio innocase active and cannot wait for the otterbox commuter
[EVO 4G Accessories] firemedic1343:
Are you unhappy with the Active? I have a Rugged and I love it. I may get the Commuter for my wife though...I don't want to wait for the Defender and have her Evo unprotected for God only knows how long.
[EVO 4G Accessories] royer10r:
just got the email... the commuter series cases are for sale.

http://www.otterbox.com/htc-evo-4g-cases/htc-evo-commuter-series-case/
[EVO 4G Accessories] rahb0sse:
What do they run directly from Sprint?
[EVO 4G Accessories] jm5503:
Waiting on the defender case......
[EVO 4G Accessories] SilverStone641:
haha! i just made a new posting in "General" with this exact same info. i hope the mods don't get pissed
[EVO 4G Accessories] OneStepAhead:
what a rip-off for plasitc! but i really want it... looks pretty awesome
[EVO 4G Accessories] kallisti5:
Gasp-pant-gasp... just ordered one...

COUPON!!! USE THE COUPON!!!

tb810z == 10% off and free ground shipping, verified working.

EVTNWF2010 == 20% off, not sure if it works though..
[EVO 4G Accessories] dwertz:
I just got mine, used coupon code tb810z and got 10% off and free shipping total was $31.45
[EVO 4G Accessories] SilverStone641:
awesome!! Thanks!
[EVO 4G Accessories] Testrunner:
Sprint...

I just called up my local sprint store and gave them the SKU for the commuter series. They shipped it for free and said it should arrive to my house in 2 days.
[EVO 4G Accessories] lopez62:
FINALLY!!!!

:D:D Just ordered with the first coupon code the second one didnt work, its all good tho...TY.. :D:D
[EVO 4G Accessories] kallisti5:
I am having it sent to my work so it shows up a little faster, as soon as I get it I will try to snap a few pics and post em here in a new thread :)

Glad the coupon is working for you guys, i was reluctant to spend that much on a case until I saw that discount.
[EVO 4G Accessories] upsstart:
No colors ever! Thats good to know. I'm just going to stop following up on these. I got an active seido case, white yesterday. I hope it looks badass with a fair amount protection. I think it'll do until the ballistic cases come out months from now D=<
[EVO 4G Accessories] mrniceguy715:
We have them instock at sprint stores. It fits in my seidio holster! Not a huge fan of the screen protector or the rubber port covers. But its a nicer case than my seidio innocase, it broke a week after I got it. Never dropped just chipped where it joins together.
[EVO 4G Accessories] samrozzi:
mrniceguy which seidio holster do you have? and how well does it fit? because im looking for a holster.
[EVO 4G Accessories] mrniceguy715:
innocase. It fits a almost just like the seidio does, except it takes a little more effort to release the clip near the power botton. I would like to try wil the active cases holster but this works just fine!
[EVO 4G Accessories] kamiller42:
Otterbox Commuter vs. Seidio Innocase Active Limited Edition

Any opinions on the Active Limited vs. the Commuter? I really like the look and build of the Commuter, but the Active Limited has more colors, which makes it real easy for the wife and I to identify whose EVO is whose.
[EVO 4G Accessories] mrniceguy715:
I havent used the active. I tried the rugged and the innocase. This is prob thinner than the active case. Its a screen protector, silicon gel with covers for the headphone, usb and hdmi ports. Also covers the buttons. The fit is awesome aside from the sometimes awkward fitting covers. The finish isnt as premium as I expected from the photo. The area near the camera appears a different shade in the press shots, almost looking like brushed metal. But what you get is a slab of black. This feels like it will hold up better than my other case did
[EVO 4G Accessories] dfine1966:
I just ordered the Otterbox Commuter series for the EVO. I let you know how it is. If anyone wants to order I found a coupon code that gives you free shipping and 10% off.

Here it is: tb810z

That should get you the free shipping(FEDEX) and 10% off.

By the way, does anyone know anything about the screen protector that is included. Is it any good? Is it clear or antiglare? I have a boxwave crystal clear on now, but I just scratched it up and need to replace and don't know if I should wait to see how the protector is. Anyone who has gotten the Otterbox's before, how are the included screen protectors?
[EVO 4G Accessories] samrozzi:
the screen protector that comes in the otterbox is the same as the one that comes with the evo one you get at sprint
[EVO 4G Accessories] dfine1966:
So it is not full screen. So it is worthless. Oh, well, I will need to order another Screen Protector.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Alanmw86:
there are plenty of great screen protectors out there similar to invisi shield that are great anyway.

but man TTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT I want the defender hurry up otterbox!!!

I am so going to kill my phone before I can get it in this case haha.

on a side note I ran my phone over with my 10,000lbs F-250 Diesels front tire and it Lived with 0 damage the other day, was on tall grass tho so it probably buffered it, dont ask me how it lived, fell out of my pocket getting in the truck.
[EVO 4G Accessories] jm5503:
Not true I have the otterbox right now and it does come with a full screen screen protector.....
[EVO 4G Accessories] dfine1966:
Is the screen protector any good. Is it clear or anti glare. Does it leave any residue. How does it compare to say Boxwave, clarivue , etc?
[EVO 4G Accessories] clamknuckle:
There's no residue. It's pretty much just like the ones you can buy from sprint. If you ever had a Mogul, Touch Pro, or Touch Pro 2, it's pretty much the same screen protector that came with them from the OEM.

I actually prefer these kind of screen protectors to say, the invisibile shields and what not. These don't seem to get in the way of anything, and you end up forgetting they are there if installed right. The invisible shields always seem "sticky" to me, and you can tell they are there just by looking at the phone.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Testrunner:
Holy crap! I just picked up a commuter series from my sprint store. This thing is AMAZING. It slides in and out of my pocket so easy. Its not bulky at all. The grip is amazing.....so easy to hold, the wait was way worth it.

The cool thing is sprint let me return my three month old body glove case because it sucked and applied that towards the price of the otterbox.

So cool.
[EVO 4G Accessories] rahb0sse:
I wouldn't have thrown mine in the trash... Yeah I love this thing too! It makes it a little bigger but I'm not scared of dropping it now.
[EVO 4G Accessories] jasonleb1:
I'm a little disappointed that there's no brushed metal on the back like there is on the website.
[EVO 4G Accessories] overclockxp:
I called my Sprint store yesterday and the store manager told me they would never stock these. So I ordered one from otterbox. I called again today and they had them in stock. Maybe they got them after I called but the manager's statement convinced me to order one from otter. Oh well.
[EVO 4G Accessories] blakjak220:
dang it... wished I had known Sprint was going to stock them... but oh well, I ordered one from Otterbox yesterday, used the 10% off/free shipping code and I got an email saying it should be here the 14th.... finally
[EVO 4G Accessories] kshelton:
What brushed metal? Everyone keeps talking about brushed metal. I haven't seen a pic yet that had brushed metal on it.
[EVO 4G Accessories] OneStepAhead:
Just did a video review for you guys....

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[EVO 4G Accessories] OneStepAhead:
i pulled the original video and re-did it since the camera wasn't very well centered the first time, sorry!
[EVO 4G Accessories] rahb0sse:
I am unhappy with the plastic rubber piece that covers the HDMI/mini-USB slot... it keeps opening while in my pocket. It's only ridged on the side with the mini-USB, guessing so it's easier to open rather than stay completely shut through rugged movement.
[EVO 4G Accessories] ausch30:
I've been waiting for this case for quite a while so I could finally get rid of my Body Glove, I like it, except for that same rubber piece that goes over the USB and HDMI.

I don't know what they were thinking when they designed it, instead of being rounded and following the contour of the phone and the rest of the case, it comes straight down from the back and is squared off at the bottom. They may have done that to make it easier to get open or something but it really makes no sense to me.

The camera is very well protected and the only other negative I can find (other than that one tab) is that the case makes it difficult to get to the kickstand. Doesn't matter to me much though because I rarely use it anyway.
[EVO 4G Accessories] kallisti5:
I just got my OtterBox case in today... overall I am happy but have a few issues:

Pros

* Tight fit

* Feels good and solid in the hand

* covered buttons have a nice click

* power button is easily accessible

* the cover is pretty tight on the front keeping dust out

* Headphone jack door is very well done.

* screen protector is a nice touch and the right type for smart phones (smooth)

Cons

* Bottom flap opens too often and is flimsy feeling. Maybe the bottom door should of had nubs that go inside the ports like the headphone jack has?

* Back 'brushed' area is brushed because it will wear quickly. I've only set my phone down on a smooth surface a few times since getting the cover and I already see scratches on the bottom of the brushed part.

* Kickstand much less stable. Phone leans to the left a little and wobbles when the kickstand is in use... very prone to tipping over.

Overall a good case. maybe some of the cons above will be fixed by Otterbox someday?
[EVO 4G Accessories] OneStepAhead:
my bottom piece stays in nicely, haven't had it come out once, even when taking the phone out of my pocket. Are you sure you guys have the inside silicone positioned properly? That being said, I fully expect it to be a problem for me down the road.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Rippley05:
I have this issue as well... No matter what I do that flap comes open to easy in my pocket.

Its a great case but the rubber is a dirt and lint magnet coupled with that flap makes me slightly disappointed in the case I waited 4ever for. Still better than the body glove with the way too easy to break corners.... I've had 3 of those
[EVO 4G Accessories] Lightsword1942:
This case looks like it's going to be what I am going to get, does anyone know how long these usually take to show up on amazon at a discount?
[EVO 4G Accessories] jasonleb1:
Can the bottom piece be removed (cut off or whatever) without removing the whole case?
[EVO 4G Accessories] rmel77:
Seido active holster works great with the Otterbox Commuter.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Sproid:
Mine broke while getting out of pocket. And its better that way.
[EVO 4G Accessories] ausch30:
I just used a razor blade to shave off the extra material so that the flap follows the contour of the rest of the case. After that, I used a nail file to smooth it out. Looks ok, I might do a bit more smoothing. Works great, the flap now stays solidly closed. I wanted to keep the flap because I like the fact of it being there to keep stuff out of the ports. I don't know why Otterbox designed it the way they did, with the back part of it pointed and sticking out.
[EVO 4G Accessories] cmart4:
I cut mine off with scissors, the silicon is actually quite thin. love the case !
[EVO 4G Accessories] jmedero09:
my question is with the defender is it going to cover the camera or is it just a deep hole that will keep the camera protected because for me thats what would make me go to seidio they have a flap to cover the camera which is one of my biggest concerns
[EVO 4G Accessories] jasonleb1:
I'm not sure if I want to buy this or wait until the Impact comes out. It looks really good. But it's supposedly not gonna be out until mid-October.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Mayonesa:
i have the sedio rugged ( and active) and the botton flap they used also sucks.. i ended up cutting mine as well but it still sucks connecting to charge.

the active is great but it doesnt have anything that covers the ports.

so it looks like these cases have a flaw... lets see what happens with the other otter cases.
[EVO 4G Accessories] rob_z11:
I wonder if all of the Otterbox case makes really tight grip around the phone? Friend has iPhone 4 Case which Apple sent him, and it makes really tight almost too tight grip around the iPhone.
[EVO 4G Accessories] ritzbrie:
Someone with the Commuter: How much bulk does it add? i have a fairly thin silicon cover on it now and I want to know how much more bulk to expect if I buy it. Thanks.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Sporkman:
love the cases but cant stand the silicone sleeves
[EVO 4G Accessories] system60:
It's less bulky than the Bodyglove case it I had before it.
[EVO 4G Accessories] OneStepAhead:
nope, no problems with it being too tight for me. i've been using it for a few weeks now and i'm still very happy with it. can't think of anything to complain about, except of course the ridiculous price.
[EVO 4G Accessories] redrazr7791:
Isn't it being tight around the phone or form fitting the whole point of the otterbox line? If your worried about it being to tight, buy a silicone skin from Amzer ;)
[EVO 4G Accessories] kamiller42:
I might be in the minority, but I like the bottom flap. The edge sticking out a little makes it easier to pop the flap off with my hand. When I put the phone in my pocket, I put the top side of the phone down and push with my thumb on the ample platform provided by the bottom flap.
[EVO 4G Accessories] cybersteve:
Does anyone know of a side loading case for the commuter?
[EVO 4G Accessories] Jfree3000:
Otterbox is about to lose me, still holding on for the defender due to reputation but this is crazy.
[EVO 4G Accessories] bignibb:
Otterbox has at the moment lost me, i have jumped ship to seidio rugged at least until the defender hits the streets. I liked the otterbox mostly by repitation but found it over priced for the amount of protection it offered but did not offer a holster.
[EVO 4G Accessories] cire001:
10% off plus free shipping for otterbox

http://www.retailmenot.com/view/otterbox.com

espires 11/30/10 i dont know if anyone has posted this already....
[EVO 4G Accessories] OneStepAhead:
Just wanted to follow up here and say my Commuter case is still working great after the first 6 weeks. The build quality on these is nice! It's saved my EVO from some very hard drops and still looks new. Haven't had any problems with the bottom flap that covers the usb/hdmi like others have reported. Mine seems to stay in nicely. Really the only bad thing about this case is the price.
[EVO 4G Accessories] 4redstars:
is Otterbox insanely slow with their shipping? Ordered on the 25th and still no word on if it shipped...waiting on an impact case
[EVO 4G Accessories] MOBGangsta184:
Seen any impact case reviews?
[EVO 4G Accessories] xjreyes:
I love my Impact series... nice fit... and I got mines in about 4 days, had it for about 2 weeks now and i dropped it ( on purpose ) around 4 feet face first and no damage...
[EVO 4G Accessories] Rippley05:
Still happy with the commuter case except for the one little flap... I'm fine with it being the shape it is or sticking out.... I just think it is a horrible design because it doesn't stay closed... it doesn't protect the ports from all the dust/glass I get in my pockets at work ...which is the only reason I bought this case.

Overall, its a nice case... just isn't gonna offer much more protection that any of the other less expensive cases.
[EVO 4G Accessories] tonyb1900:
Wondering what case has the best option to take off for battery exchange and a good holster option will thanks for any suggestion
[EVO 4G Accessories] napsterdj:
Can you put up some pics mate? I'm ordering mine tomorrow.
[EVO 4G Accessories] gpdlevy:
Defender now available
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shmengie:
hi there:

i have 2 general questions about radio updates...

1) is a radio update - 2.15.x, for example - a software update or a firmware update? like, did i flash my radio so that all my roms are affected? or, is only the rom i applied it to affected?

2) does a radio update - 2.15.x, for example - affect all radios in my phone? like bluetooth? or just my cellular radio?

i'm asking because i can no longer get my dinc to connect to my bluetooth, no matter which rom i'm on. i'm trying to pin it down, and the timing seems about right to when i flashed 2.15. even my stock 2.1 rom won't connect anymore. i guess it could be something else, but the radio seems a likely culprit.

thanks!
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jdkoreclipse:
1. It is neither...it is a radio update

2. It affects only the baseband, or cellular radio...bluetooth has something to do with the bluez plugin, which is updated in the android versions
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Berzerker7:
1. Technically, it's a firmware update, so yes, all of your ROMs are affected. ROM flashing has nothing to do with the radio.

2. The radio update affects baseband version, which has an effect on cell network connection/quality. Bluetooth, Wifi, etc, are all handled by the kernel, which is part of Android, not the radio. Think of the radio as a completely separate OS running outside of Android.
[Droid Incredible Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shmengie:
thx for the replies, guys. it's what i expected, although i was hoping i was wrong. dang, what's messin' with my bluetooth? dang... :(
[Galaxy S I9000 General] MarkI9000:
I'm relatively new to mobile phones.

I was using a Samsung Blue Earth S7550 briefly and input a bunch of contacts into it; names, tel. numbers and photos etc.

I was under the assumption that when you take your SIM card out and put it into another phone all of your contacts remain intact on the new phone.

I made sure that the phone contacts were on both the phone and SIM card.

Now when I put the SIM into my Samsung i9000, none of the contacts are there.

Is there something I must do to get it to work?

The phone recognizes the SIM at startup.

I hope I won't have to input all that data again.

TIA
[Galaxy S I9000 General] kiwijunglist:
yes, they should be visible. there is an option to hide sim contacts, maybe you have inadvertently enabled that.

contacts->menu->display option->choose contacts to display "CHECK SIM"
[Galaxy S I9000 General] AllGamer:
there is a check mark in settings you can enable to read the contacts from the SIM card

or you can export it from Outlook (if you are using outlook)

then import it using one of these contact management tools

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=765081
[General Questions and Answers] INeedYourHelp:
Which would be faster: Connecting directly to the Internet on an edge connection OR using remote desktop on edge to surf the web from the computer (which has a fast Internet connection)?
[General Questions and Answers] orb3000:
1st option........