yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Secret Chimp:
I just got mine... I don't like it because the lips for the halves of the case catch on the phone when you flip out the keyboard (the back of the screen doesn't rest flush against the bottom half of the phone body as it does without a case)

And one of the tabs broke when I took the case off to confirm this.

At least I'm only out 5 bucks.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] pyro9219:
I can't comment to it's durability when adding and removing, so I don't feel a need to screw with success :) However, it's got a nice soft feel to it and reminds me of Seidio cases, which it just so happens I'm waiting for so I feel it was a good value.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] TL24:
Lol 10?! Why would you need 10 of these? I understand they're a great deal but damn.... 10? Really?

Sent from HTC G2 using XDA App
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] xdviper:
Ordered mines as well, cost me $3.74

Should be here by Thursday. I really didn't want to use a case with this phone because I'm going to end up taking it off and breaking it, but whatever. Just need to get that case thing off my mind.

Does anyone know what state DealBargins ships out from?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] jaroque:
loose hinge people:

the case will make your hinge feel even looser, thanks to the extra weight the plastic provides on the top half of the phone. my phone never opened when i held it upside down without a case, but it opens halfway now with the case on.

no biggie for me, but just a heads up. i'm keeping a closer eye on the magnetic tape thread now though. :D
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] NXUS:
Hmm I was hoping it wouldn't affect the loose hinge..so guess I will also keep an eye on that thread

Sent from my HTC Vision
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] SamZzz:
Just ordered one... Free.

I had $4 and some change hanging around from Amazon payments after messing around with mTurk months ago.. At a price of $.75 plus $2.94 shipping the case is coming to me for free so I figured I'd give it a try. Even if it's horrible, I'm not out anything, right?? Just the time I spent on mTurk.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] tankmorph:
Not to mention, your hinge WILL loosen over time, regardless of whether or not you have a case installed.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Milady_Odessa:
Loose Hinge

Yup, I got one from Ebay and it makes my phone gap quite a bit (maybe 2mm), so I took off. Was wondering if anyone got one from AccessoryGeeks, are they any better?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] xdviper:
How long did it take you guys to receive your case? I ordered on Saturday and it's Thursday here. I know they send it out via first class mail but I can't wait. Been checking the mail every day. And also what state do they ship it out from?

Edit: got it today in the mail. I'm liking the soft feel of it but then again it also feels really slippery. Overall it makes the phone look better in black. And also the hinge thing is true, it doesn't let the screen sit as it should on the base of the phone.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mariopm2005:
I clicked on the link and the cases came up as price of 0.66 cents so I bought two, hope these are legit, once I get them I ll report back but for .66 cents not a big loss :D
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Anomaly:
I ordered one last night, will report on it when I get it.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] pyro9219:
I got mine about a week ago, and being a long time Seidio Case user, it very much reminds me of the cases I've used by them for other phones. I just wish it also had the seidio belt clip that holds the phone in the case.. :)

Sort of a satin feel to the plastic, very nice fit. I would recommend this case for sure. I only see myself replacing it in the event that Seidio's case and clip come out, as I prefer that combo on all my phones.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] sino8r:
Exactly me thoughts... thats why I have the OEM version of this gel skin and ordered a universial holster that will fit with the gel skin on. I should have it next week and will report how well it works with the combo. I just got tired of waiting on otterbox & seidio so I matched up mine own combo. The universial clip should work well and will fit my many current and future smartphones also.... well hopefully;) check it out here if you're interested too. http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=6824578&sku=S320-1194
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Pat123:
Bought one too..Says will be delivered between 9th and 14th..Waiting....
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] anbradle:
I bought one of the inexpensive full cases from ebay. It worked ok for a day and then the tabs holding the screen part broke off. I requested they send me a new one. I like the feel of the case so i am willing to give the replacement another shot.

Sent from my G2
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] martx:
Sorry for the late reply, I ended up going with one of these http://www.handhelditems.com/tmobile-case-with-inner-check-design-smoke-check-p-154004.html haven't gotten it yet though.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] renn9420:
@ Martx

That's nice. Bought just the clear smoke case from ebay for $3.27. Kind of like the checker look. Please post pics when you receive it.

Phone: T-Mobile G2/Vision Rooted

Rom: Latest Cyanogen

Recovery: CWM waiting for Amon_RA
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mejorguille:
I got the case from amazon a few weeks ago for $5-ish and I must say it works great. I love the soft touch feel, and it does not make the phone too much thicker then what it already is. My only complaint is that the clips where it holds on to the phone part are a little damaged, but thats from me having to do battery pulls from testing out 1.9 ghz kernels. I found something that's stable for me so hopefully I won't have to keep taking off the cover.

Overall, great product.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] verkion:
Have you guys noticed that the case doesn't allow your phone to be in the fully open position? The left hand side of the frame/case gets in the way...they should have put a cutout there for the KB frame like I had on my TouchPro2 case.

verkion
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mariopm2005:
Well just got my case today that I bought for .67 cents and I really like it.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] pyro9219:
I just held my phone in every way imaginable, and I don't see my case catching anywhere. Is your case maybe not properly installed?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ddotpatel:
Guys, I'v had one of these hybrid soft touch plastic cases on mine for 2-3 weeks now,.... But because she is so beautiful I'm prone to taking the case off when I'm at home just to look at her.

Today I have noticed some little nicks/dents where the clips snap on and off!!!!!!

If you are unlike me and happy to leave it on all the time you will have no problem, I was clicking mine on and off 2, 3, 4 + times a day.

I'm gona replace mine with a gel one now. Ah well,.... I hope you guys can learn from my mistake.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Anomaly:
You sir, should have gotten a clear one. :)
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ddotpatel:
Your right man.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] NXUS:
Mine is taking really long to arrive :(

Sent from my HTC Vision
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] renn9420:
Bought a case from ebay clear smoke. Gives it a nice tint and still be able to show off the beauty of the G2. $3.27

Phone: T-Mobile G2/Vision Rooted/GFree'd

Rom: Latest Cyanogen

Recovery: CWM waiting for Amon_RA
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] wtang:
Leather case that fits over this one?

I bought this case for like 75 cents plus shipping from Amazon. Thanks to the OP for the heads up. Now I'm looking for a leather case with a belt clip that will fit my G2 with this case installed. I prefer a vertical leather case. Anybody know of something suitable?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] lucasleiva:
I just bought mine for 66 cents! Wtf! I had to buy it
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] sino8r:
I had this same problem and settled with a holster that fits with the gel case on! Pretty nice actually... check out my speck universal holster thread with pics and links! http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=857164 I used to use leather vertical cases myself but with the gel case on... its impossible. This is a nice alternative and gives it a nice otterbox defender with clip look...
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ReganH22:
Thanks to the OP on this info. I just ordered 2 cases for a total of $6.68. I picked up the black case as well as the clear case. Amazon is now selling the clear case for $0.66.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] NXUS:
Could you link me to clear case?

Sent from my HTC Vision
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ReganH22:
I apologize. I ordered my clear case from ebay. I got my black case from Amazon. Here is the link to the clear case. It actually kind of looks like a smoke color. Its only $2.98 with free shipping.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220683115821
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] NXUS:
No nee for apologies. Thank you got the link

Sent from my HTC Vision
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] nolimit78:
@op thanks for this. I got the case for 3 dollars shipped and I love it. Props sir.

Sent from my HTC Vision
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Impossible:
I am having this problem with my case, i may try and trim the tabs by the keyboard and see if that helps
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Toquinha1977:
I picked up a similar case from eBay and didn't have any problems with it. I suspect that they're all made from the same mold (or at least a copy).

Since I got some custom skins from Skinit.com, I also got a clear case, but if the tabs don't stick on perfectly, they'll start to show stress cracks after a few days. Clear plastic (especially the kind they use to make cell phone cases) is pretty brittle to begin with, so I ordered several of them in anticipation of them breaking.

What I'd like is a stronger clear case, or a clearer silicone case. Any suggestions?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] the orange bandit:
3 of the 4 tabs on the bottom half are already broken on mine. :(

Oh well, it was cheap - my SkinIt skin arrives hopefully by Friday, and then I won't need a case. :)
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mariopm2005:
I have had this case for a few weeks now. It survived a 3 foot fall onto a hard surface. My phone came away scratch free, but can not say the same for the case, hair line crack on impact spot. Now that the: The OtterBox Commuter, has been released time to retire this great case, and cheap bought 2 for .67 cents ea + shipping. :D http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-G2-/-HTC-Desire-Z-Commuter-Series-Case/HTC4-G2XXX-20-E4OTR_A,default,pd.html
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] BoscoTM:
My case arrived today, and it really is a nice case. It adds virtually no thickness to the phone and the trackpad is still 100% usable. Now my only concern is that when the battery heats up a considerable amount, will the heat build up in the case affect the battery's life span?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] lucasleiva:
I just got mine! This case is sexy it has a nice soft feel to it kinda like rubber/plastic and it dosent feel cheep its cut perfectly for the contours and buttons of the phone its pretty thin and it doesn't bother me when I try to use the track pad at all. Best part is it cost me 66 cents! Lol
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ReganH22:
I received my black case a few days ago and I was pleased by the quality considering how little I paid for it. I just got my clear case about 10 minutes ago in the mail and I am once again pleased. Its a harder case then the black one. Ibeas also under the impression that it was going to be a smoke color, but it is as clear as glass. That's even better. I love how the G2 looks, and with this case the good looks are visible.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] hipertec:
could you take a picture of the G2 with the clear case on?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ReganH22:
Here you go.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] hipertec:
wow, very nice. I think the clear is better than the black. Which one do you like better? Can you let me know where you got the clear case at?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ReganH22:
So far I like the clear better. The black is nice, but the clear looks and feels better to me. The clear seems to slide in and out of my pocket a tiny bit better, but not enough to be a make or break issue against the black case. The clear case does seem like it could be a little more brittle, but I hope thats not the case. I also hope the clear case doesn't get scratched up easily, but time will tell. Here is the link to the seller. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220683115821
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] jeffy88:
I see that manufacturers are still putting a hole in their cases for the non-existent noise cancellation microphone.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Appogee:
Wow those pictures are really clear. What camera are you using?

But if I could request this from ya Regan, could you post a picture of how thick the case is with and without the case on?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] keinengel:
He's using an Olympus E-PL1 and doing adjustments in Photoshop CS4 :D (see EXIF)

I have the exact same case and I love it. It's a bit on the thick side, though nothing too noticeable.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Appogee:
Haha a Olympus pen camera. Looked at those when I was back in HK, the Lumix GF1 (i think) caught my eye. I'm happy with my Canon T2I though. How'd ya check the EXIF data keine? Haha, just intruiged.

How much thicker compared to w/o the case is it? Like a cm, or like an in? I'd just like ta see a pick of it before I order. XD
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ReganH22:
Yep I used the E-PL1 and resized in PS lol. To me the case seems about as thick as my black rubberized case that the OP posted. I'm at the airport right now so I can't post any pics. I did notice that my black case does not have the hole in the back for a mic, but this one does. I just hope it doesn't turn out to be a way for dust to get behind the case.

P.s. Appogee you can use FastStone Image viewer if you want to see the EXIF info. I think Google Chrome has an option as well, But Im not sure.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] keinengel:
I use Opera, which shows exif data by default when you right click an image and go to properties :D
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ReganH22:
I just noticed dust from my pocket has managed to work its way under the front part of the case for the front of the phone. This could cause the front of the phone to become scratched if something hard manages to work its way under the case. I'm going to clean it out and make sure that the front case is tight.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] mariopm2005:
(Update) My otterbox case just arrived upgraded from this cheap case. Got to say wow what a difference day and night versus quality and overall apperance. Only complaint I have with the otterbox is that is a little bit slick in texture (making it slip easy). Love the covered ports and the rubber buttons for volume key and power button. Otterbox rating : Overall 9.5 out of 10. Cheap case rating: 5.5 out of 10
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Appogee:
Well, I think I'm about to order the Clear Case off ebay. How many days did it take to arrive?

Then I'll get the 66 cent case with a skinomi screen protector, hope that goes well.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] ReganH22:
I think it took a little over a week to arrive.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Appogee:
Aww, Was hoping for this to be my cheap little christmas present. Haha.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] kdel:
Otterbox slippery

I wish the Otterbox case had a "rubberized" version for those of us who like the extra grip. I would order one in a heartbeat. I don't mind adding size to the phone. I had the Touch Pro 2 before this and it is pretty large. People are all saying that, although the case is textured, it is still a bit slippery. Guess it's the cheap one for me..
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] elbarto7:
I have this case, but I prefer the otterbox. this case added more weight in the front than the otterbox, causing the hinge to slide more easily.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Appogee:
Hmm does the clear case cover any part of the keys? Say the q-p keys on the vision? A video overview of the otterbox showed it covering those keys jjjuuussttt a tiny bit. Not a lot though.

Anyways, does the clear case cover any keys?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] keinengel:
Nope, not one bit.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] tankmorph:
I got the clear case, too, but its annoying to have to see the little specs of dust that collect between it and the phone. At least the colored case hides that. Right now, I'm actually using a glossy white case I found on amazon for really cheap. Its a different mold because the top front piece surrounds the earpiece and the back doesn't have the random extra hole in it. I like how it slides in and out of my pocket. I'm really starting to hate how thick this G2 is. Everytime I pick up my old N1 I miss it. Maybe its time to give the Nexus S a look.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Appogee:
Tank ya mind linking the glossy white case?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] likeitnot:
Just ordered a clear cover from ebay courtesy of the link posted a few pages back! Thanks :)
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] LadFromWales85:
About dust collecting underneath hard cases, how tight is the fit on the Otterbox?

As it has a lining it should hug the phone quite tightly, so no dust can get between, scratching the phone.

I can only imagine all these cheap cases will allow dust to settle between it and the phone. It's doubtful the dust just sitting there will scratch the phone, but if the case is allowed to move on the phone, then it could.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] NXUS:
I got a clear case and cannot for the life of me get it to fit. One corner on the back will stay off and no mater how hard I try it won't click on

Sent from my HTC Vision
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Nitemare3219:
Loving that. Just bought one to replace my black case. :D

You'd be surprised. I've had the black, cheap case on for about a month and there was no dust at all on the battery door, only a small amount around the sides of the phone and a tiny bit in random areas around the top, presumably from the camera slot.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] guy3o3:
Thanks. Just ordered one from Amazon for $2.59 shipped.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] dustrho:
I just received the black case from Amazon, and initially I thought it would work but not so sure now. The matte rubber finish is quite slippery, and I'm afraid I'll have a hard time not letting the phone slip out of my hands. It does add a little bit of bulk but not too much, and holy hell was it a ***** to take off the phone. I thought I was going to break my phone in half getting it off. Will I put it back on? Perhaps, if only to protect my phone until I found out a more permanent solution.

Anyone else think the case is too slippery?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] zkid2010:
I bought the clear one for way too much money (the one with a kickstand in the back), in the store the day I bought my G2. I put it on and as tight as it was I just wouldn't be able to live with having to pry it off. Removing that bottom part made me real nervous because it fits *tight*.

That said, I'm going to pray I don't drop it ever. I just can't stand to put a case on it now as nice and compact as it feels and slips in/out of the pocket. My last phone was a HD2 with the grippy rubber gel case on it and after nearly a year of that thing pulling my pants pockets inside out when I'd take it out, the sleek G2 all nekid is quite a welcome experience. :D
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] romdroid.:
can i find this one on amazon.co.uk? anyone got a link?
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] lsxrx7:
the epik case i got is pretty awesome

i like it

i never really use the power button anyways, what whatever tio u cant press the power key
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Chinam4n:
This case isn't really that great. I have it myself, and its a pain to take off. I took off the case twice, and the hinges thats hold down the keyboard piece broke off. This is a great case if you never plan to take it off.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] dustrho:
Those of you who purchased the clear plastic case, what are your overall thoughts about it? Does it show a lot of trapped dust? Has it held up well for you? For $3 I'm thinking about ordering myself one.

http://cgi.ebay.com/CLEAR-Hard-Snap...115821?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3361bd1d2d
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] hipertec:
I love my clear case over the black one. Its the case I use all the time. The trapped dust can barely be noticed. Held up very very well. No issues at all.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] dustrho:
How hard is it to take the case off if you need to access the battery door? Thanks.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] hipertec:
not hard at all. just like any other snap on case. Its pretty flexible. Just be careful not to snap one of the pcs.
[G2 and Desire Z Accessories] Pump Fake:
I'm looking for an inexpensive reliable case. I guess clear is good for me, since I love how the G2 looks and putting a case over it is extremely hard for me to do.

Any links you guys can show me. I don't know what case is good or bad on ebay.
[Vibrant General] Moped_Ryder:
Well wife got OTA on her phone and selected update.

Thanks to reading and following the instructions I was able to:

FIRST

My wife's phone was HW locked. Knowing this OTA could soft bricked I followed the instructions and flashed the fix a week or two ago.

TODAY

Bingo she got the OTA and bricked (just Mobile AP and Root she had). I found the instructions and BAM!! back to stock.

Now she runs fusion - lol

Again - thanks all for the time you put in to help others. I was able to find and read all material necessary to fix my problems. Thanks

Ok Ill add a few required reading threads for all:

Info on fixing the Hardware locked phones:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=804305

Odin to recovery from soft brick (from OTA for me)

http://forum.cyanogenmod.com/topic/...r-vibrant-and-return-to-stock-phone-pc-error/

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=798125

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=799105

And the mother of all info:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=771111
[Vibrant General] erickrios:
What instructions did you follow to unbrick the phone? I'm having the same issue.
[Vibrant General] Propheous:
I hear you. I soft-bricked my phone with the OTA and T-Mo was useless, as expected, wanting me to send my phone in and pay for shipping. It took me in total about 30 minutes including download time to get the stock, and OTA files, to flash through with odin and bam my phone was up and running and everthing has been great since.

Keep up the good work.
[Vibrant General] McBang2023:
how?

How did you get back to stock. im bricked right now aswell and all i get is the vibrant screen. but i can still access recovery and access clockwork recovery.
[Vibrant General] rshemeld:
follow;

ttp://xdaforums.com//showpost.php?p=8522394&postcount=46
[Vibrant General] reuthermonkey:
I'm glad we could help your wife brick her phone? I guess? lol

:(

..

glad all you got her back up and running again though :)
[Vibrant General] Moped_Ryder:
Added links to OP

FYI -

If you plan to flash ANYTHING and the thread is 100+ pages - guess what - READ the 100+ pages. Better you take 1 hour of your time top read 100+ pages than hard brick your phone.
[Vibrant General] jdeleon:
Is it even possible to soft brick this phone? It seems no matter what you do its fixable.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hooover:
Can anyone explain exactly how to use logcat?
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] spiicytuna:
Simplest way is to download: "aLogcat" from the market.

Want the more complex answer:

"adb logcat" and watch the messages fly by

Want to log to a file to send to someone:

"adb locat > c:\path\to\file.txt" when you're done capturing what you want, hit crtl+c to break the logging to the file.txt.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hooover:
So is there a reader or do I go through the code and determine the issue being provided?

Thank you
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] uniquenameevo:
You can also search the market for "logcat widget" and see it live on your phone.