Here are some shots of the Hyperion "Smoke" Case I like that you can still see the HTC logo through the back, but it isnt fully clear. Also, I like that there are no branding logos on it so I'm not advertising some case company. Gives you some protection while still allowing it to have that aluminum look. I like it. The volume buttons are a bit tough to press. Everything else is open including the IR blaster.
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I second this, I am using this case and quite like it, the look of the phone shines through, blocks nothing and it fits snugly. And for under $10 you can't beat it.
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Yeah! Another hyperion case user! I love my frosted one, have no issues with it. USB port is readily accessible for charging, no problems reaching the power button (even with the funny depressed version). Are you using the screen protector it comes with as well?
No, I am not using the screen protector with this. Are you? I just love the feel of the glass. There is no way I'm covering that.
I also have this case and really like the look and feel. But coming from a generally case free background I do find myself wondering how much protection this thing will offer in the face of disaster. Seems like if it was softer it would absorb more potential shock.
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558 posts about putting plastic cases on an aluminum phone. Ironic. The majority of HTC fans I spoke to HATE plastic with a passion. Now the most popular thread in the HTC One forum is about cases to cover up that beautiful aluminum. Interesting. I want the One, but I don't think I could put a case on it.
Id rather cover aluminum in plastic then plastic in more plastic![]()
All this talk, for what purpose?Did you copy and paste that from iMore? Seriously? The great thing about the aluminum, is how it looks. So you cover that up with plastic, and you eliminate that look. If it's just a mental thing so you can tell people your phone is aluminum, then that's fine. I've finally got an HTC fan to be honest about why they REALLY like the HTC One. It has nothing to do with a "premium feel" or build quality, because it gets covered in plastic either way. It also has nothing to do with capabilities because quite honestly, the S4 has more of a software focus to it (Even though I'd rather buy the HTC One between the 2).
I actually very much appreciate this thread. Because it reminds all of us that HTC consumers DO have brains, and they aren't so stupid as to think the One is more durable than most any other phone. Cases still draw tons of attention. If you all truly felt the One was as durable as a lot of you said in other forums, this thread would be much smaller.
I bought a clear Cimo TPU case off Amazon for $7. It adds very little bulk but does provide some drop protection unlike hard cases. It keeps the exact shape of the phone and does have grip on the sides so it won't slip out of your hand. It suits me perfect for day to day but I'll probably buy a Seidio or Otterbox to have when I need extra protection from time to time.