Cases for the Pixel XL
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Are you going to put a skin or anything on the backside for protection? I like the idea of the case, but I'm worried about the back of the phone.
Thanks
PhiPsi32
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Yes, dbrand skin. I use them with my 5X and 6P. Judging from the gouges on the back skin, it was a good idea.
I have a Spigeon Rugged Armor case but I wanted something else and this was what I just got:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B...ag=hawk-future-20&ascsubtag=UUacUvbUpU5543691
Google Pixel XL Case, BELK Premium Retro Slim Wallet Case, Vintage Leather Classical Folio Flip Cover with [Magnetic Snap] [TPU Stand Bumper] [3 Card Slots Holder] for Google Pixel XL (5.5 Inch), Buff
Sold by: BELKA
$13.99
from Amazon in a brown. Not I assume real leather but feels like it and looks like it. This is when I realize how much I dislike the fingerprint scanner on the back, but the case fits perfectly and feels better
in my hand than the Spigeon.
UPDATE So I dropped my phone this morning, trying to get it off the night table without getting out of bed,
which I do all the time but not today. About a five foot drop on its back onto a laminate wood floor. In this case.
Nada. Not a scratch. No problems. Whew. Don't care to try that again, but at least the case did protect it.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B...ag=hawk-future-20&ascsubtag=UUacUvbUpU5543691
Google Pixel XL Case, BELK Premium Retro Slim Wallet Case, Vintage Leather Classical Folio Flip Cover with [Magnetic Snap] [TPU Stand Bumper] [3 Card Slots Holder] for Google Pixel XL (5.5 Inch), Buff
Sold by: BELKA
$13.99
from Amazon in a brown. Not I assume real leather but feels like it and looks like it. This is when I realize how much I dislike the fingerprint scanner on the back, but the case fits perfectly and feels better
in my hand than the Spigeon.
UPDATE So I dropped my phone this morning, trying to get it off the night table without getting out of bed,
which I do all the time but not today. About a five foot drop on its back onto a laminate wood floor. In this case.
Nada. Not a scratch. No problems. Whew. Don't care to try that again, but at least the case did protect it.
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PhiPsi32
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I've had that type of case before. I really like the protection, style, and general functionality. Only thing I didn't care for was that it was awkward for taking video/pictures because you couldn't simply fold the front flap around against the back as it would block the camera.
smokeeater218
Member
I just got the Google clear case from the Google store and it is way too over priced, is just a flimsy Piece of plastic, I'm very disappointed. I expected a lot more for $30 
I wanted to try a wallet for my Pixel XL rather than a case. My Nexus 5 went 'naked' for its life (and never a scratch on it) but now I want to avoid carrying an additional, separate wallet with me all of the time as well as the phone - at work, for example.
Requirements: credit card slots; bill slot for paper (well, polymer) notes; no securing catch because I've found they can snag in your pocket when inserting or removing (and why would I want it held closed anyway?); real leather, as I paid AUD$1,400 for the phone (yep that's how much Google Store charges us Downunder) I'm not going keep it in cheap plastic.
I found one that is made in China - well there's a surprise, haha - through Etsy.com. The supplier, jinapplehandmade, delivered the phone to me in Sydney in less than a week, for USD$47 all up.
The wallet secures the phone snugly, and no problem using the on/off button or volume buttons; a slightly harder press is needed but nothing annoying. The hole in the back for the fingerprint scanner is perfect and never fails to read my fingerprint, despite the thickness of the leather. Also, no problem connecting headphones or the USB C connector to charge the phone.
Here are some photos of mine. The leather has an 'aged' look and I'll probably appreciate it even more when it acquires some 'battle scars'.
Very happy with the cover, and the service from the supplier.
Requirements: credit card slots; bill slot for paper (well, polymer) notes; no securing catch because I've found they can snag in your pocket when inserting or removing (and why would I want it held closed anyway?); real leather, as I paid AUD$1,400 for the phone (yep that's how much Google Store charges us Downunder) I'm not going keep it in cheap plastic.
I found one that is made in China - well there's a surprise, haha - through Etsy.com. The supplier, jinapplehandmade, delivered the phone to me in Sydney in less than a week, for USD$47 all up.
The wallet secures the phone snugly, and no problem using the on/off button or volume buttons; a slightly harder press is needed but nothing annoying. The hole in the back for the fingerprint scanner is perfect and never fails to read my fingerprint, despite the thickness of the leather. Also, no problem connecting headphones or the USB C connector to charge the phone.
Here are some photos of mine. The leather has an 'aged' look and I'll probably appreciate it even more when it acquires some 'battle scars'.
Very happy with the cover, and the service from the supplier.
kenorian
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I have the Tech21 case. It's sharp looking and offers good protection. But, I find the buttons VERY hard to push. I literally have a sore thumb.
WeAreAllUnique
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I like the stiffer buttons. I don't like when I accidentally hit buttons especially when gaming.
SlappyMcgee
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I got the Spigen Rugged Armor for my XL and I like it but I want to get a case that has a little more texture / grip to it.
radgatt
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This is the case that I got delivered an hour ago. I like the feel of the case a lot. I probably should have waited until this evening to have a better device to take pictures of the phone with the case on it but I still wanted to show you guys.
Google Pixel XL Case, Caseology [Vault Series] Flexible TPU Slim Body Shield [Matte Black] [Stealth Armor] for Google Pixel XL (2016)
Google Pixel XL Case, Caseology [Vault Series] Flexible TPU Slim Body Shield [Matte Black] [Stealth Armor] for Google Pixel XL (2016)
kenorian
Well-known member
It's grown on me. Got the Google clear today. Very minimalistic. Nice if you want something just to prevent it from scratches, but not much protection. The Tech21 has a nice "grippy" feel. And, it looks really sharp with the white/silver phone together with its white shock absorbing material in the edges.
hal1
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Not sure with the XL, but with the Pixel I found it darn near unusable. Okay I'm exaggerating a little bit. I went with the Seidio, super responsive buttons
titaniumSS
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Has anyone found cases with a belt clip holster included? Trying to find one for my dad as he is now ordering an XL ad well.
radgatt
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If you love your dad then spend $60 and get him the otter box defender case. Protective Pixel XL™ 5.5" Case | OtterBox Defender Series | OtterBox
radgatt
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If you don't care for him all that much then get him this from Verizon. https://forums.androidcentral.com/e...-shell-holster-combo-pixel-xl/&token=-omV-4tL
radgatt
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