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    Exclamation Galaxy Nexus Case Roundup

    Edited: 12/25/11: Added Seidio Active and Holster, Added CaseMate Pop Review

    Hey Guys, I put together a roundup of some of the cases that are out there for the Galaxy Nexus. It is by no means definitive, and I'm sure there are hundreds of reviews that I missed that are on other forums. I did not do any of these reviews, and I take no credit for them.

    I tried to keep the links limited to what I could find on Android Central and YouTube. If you find something else that you'd like me to add, then PM me or simply respond to this topic.

    I hope this helps people who are trying to figure out what's out there!

    Please note: Not everything is a video. Some things link to other threads in the forums. Roll your mouse over the words to check.

    Here we go:



    Seidio

    Seidio Active and Holster (stock and extended battery) -Added 12/25/11

    Seidio Surface Case (with holster and extended battery)

    Seidio Surface Case Video Review
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IG8n5Vuz-s[/YT]





    Otterbox

    Otterbox Commuter Review (also Verizon TPU Case and Seidio Holster

    Otterbox Commuter Video Review
    [YT]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyz5-sKO_n8&list=UUvLSClAqmIvjqAedfLd36mQ&index=2&feature=plcp[/YT]

    Otterbox Defender (Pictures and Review)

    Otterbox Defender Video Review (with extended battery)
    [YT]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIygzLw2IPs&feature=plcp&context=C38ef1c2UDOEgsToPDskJ_9B_oeXQiDIvYbNo_LGF4[/YT]






    CaseMate

    -Added 12/25/11



    CaseMate Pop Case (Black)
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JhnyBL2bIk[/YT]

    CaseMate Tough Case
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z35DJH50Fx0[/YT]

    CaseMate Barely There (Black)
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjQO-ShBGoo[/YT]

    CaseMate Barely There (Black) 2
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joJ2wetWO5U[/YT]

    CaseMate Barely There (White)
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4gL2KRCqGs[/YT]

    CaseMate Barely There (Pink)
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHYc0KeyFPA[/YT]






    Incipio

    Incipio SILICRYLIC (Picture Review)

    Incipio SILICRYLIC Vs Diztronic (with extended battery)
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrh4hEC8BrM&feature=player_embedded[/YT]

    Incipio SILICRYLIC (Pink, but gives good fitment reference)
    [YT]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wSihhJHWLo&list[/YT]

    Incipio Feather
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H45o2fzGe8M[/YT]

    Incipio NGP
    [YT]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Z-zYPBC39E[/YT]






    Diztronic

    Diztronic Matte Black TPU Case
    [YT]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gi9FyXedUZk[/YT]

    Diztronic Clear TPU Case
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCEqXHJN_FQ[/YT]





    Body Glove

    Body Glove Icon
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQU1jWQ2Z8c[/YT]






    Cruzer

    Cruzer Lite Argyle High Gloss Gel Skin Case





    Rocketfish








    Verizon Silicone Case

    Verizon Silicone Case (with extended Battery)
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_I0hEZtfbZA&context=C38b9254ADOEgsToPDskL9kHgVp-Cb25Hqg3BHRFxm[/YT]






    Screen Protectors

    Ghost Armor Carbon Fiber and Screen Protector (many pictures)

    SGP Flex
    [YT]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgxUOts1KB8[/YT]

    SGP Ultra Oleophobic
    [YT]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGc2wBJQawI[/YT]






    Miscellaneous

    Good Pictures With Extended Battery and Door Installed

    DIY Mod: Plasti Dip Battery Door

    DIY Mod for Incipio SILICRYLIC (for improved extended battery fitment)
    [YT]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2E7EN3-z0Q[/YT]
    Last edited by jumpo64; 12-28-2011 at 01:50 AM.
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    Default Re: Galaxy Nexus Case Roundup

    Excellent idea Jump.
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    thank you for this review. So, if you wanted to use an extended battery with the back that came with it, and need a holster option, what combo would you personally prefer??

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    Default Re: Galaxy Nexus Case Roundup

    Updated 12/25/11. Note that newly added reviews are listed with an "Added xx/xx/xx" in BLUE next to the review title.
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    Default Re: Galaxy Nexus Case Roundup

    Quote Originally Posted by samkatz View Post
    thank you for this review. So, if you wanted to use an extended battery with the back that came with it, and need a holster option, what combo would you personally prefer??

    tx
    It really depends if I was looking for overall durability or was still trying to keep some of the original characteristics of the phone.

    Based on what I've seen....

    If I was going for best durability, and didn't mind that the bottom of the case doesn't quite snap together: Otterbox Defender

    If I'm leaning toward looks (which I probably would), then I would probably go with the Seidio Surface Case and Holster. Remember that the Seidio holster may work with some other cases, so that may give you more overall options.

    Sorry it took so long to get back to you. Happy Holidays.
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    thanks a lot. happy holidays too you too.
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    Are there any high quality vertical pouches for it yet, ala Beyza or Fortte? I won't use the snap-on-the-back things or holsters. I never use screen protectors anymore.
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    Thanks a lot for this post and your work putting it together. It is very helpful!
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    awesome though most only show standard battery. was looking at the incipio, but they only did standard battery i think. they didn't mention which battery they were using.
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    Quote Originally Posted by ulnek View Post
    awesome though most only show standard battery. was looking at the incipio, but they only did standard battery i think. they didn't mention which battery they were using.
    There is a video showing the Incipio SILICRYLIC with the extended battery (listed as Incipio SILICRYLIC vs Diztronic). It looks like the fit is alright, but not completely flush like it would be with the stock battery cover. You might consider looking under the "Mod's" section and seeing how one user modified the SILICRYLIC to be quite a bit more flush with the extended battery.

    If you're still concerned about it, try going into the Verizon store. They should let you try the cases on your phone before you buy them.
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    Default Re: Galaxy Nexus Case Roundup

    By the way, I have no affiliation with the guy over on XDA forums who has made the same type of thread.

    I am more than a little bit suspicious of him just copying and pasting a majority of what I've done, however. Oh well, that's the internet.
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    Default Re: Galaxy Nexus Case Roundup

    Does anyone know if the barely there case fits with the extended battery?
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    Quote Originally Posted by KoukiFC3S View Post
    Does anyone know if the barely there case fits with the extended battery?
    From what I have read, it looks like it does. However, I've not physically had it on my phone. It also depends how closely you are going to scrutinize the gaps and how flush the case is. Something like half a mm might be good enough for one person, but entirely unacceptable for another.


    Hope this helps somewhat.
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    Default Re: Galaxy Nexus Case Roundup

    Bumping this for newer members. As reviews get added to the forum, then I will add them to this thread. Unfortunately the AC Galaxy Nexus Forum doesnt seem to have the reviews some others have.
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    Thanks for the bump! Hadn't seen this.
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    I ordered the red Sena case just now. They should ship soon. For what it's worth I had one of those for my Pearl with the extended Seidio battery that had a slightly thicker door, and because it was a pretty soft case it still fit the phone.
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    Didnt see this thread til after I had purchased my otterbox defender case .Still a good write up (reviews)of different cases.Im still glad I got otterbox defender too.
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