Cases for the Z3v?

[anon(5630457)]

None of the three Verizon stores in town had any cases for the Z3v. I looked online at Amazon and Verizon and cases seem to be...lacking.

What case are you using and where did you get it? I feel I need to overnight one because this phone feels fragile.

 

[nocaldawg]

The lack of case options is a huge negative for this device.

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[smooth4lyfe]

I see more cases popping up on eBay though

I have this one, but its only a temporary till I find a good one I like...the case is not bad at all

Amazon.com: LK Sony Xperia Z3 Case - S Shape Slim TPU Gel Rubber Soft Skin Case Cover for Sony Xperia Z3 + Screen Protector (TPU-Clear): Cell Phones & Accessories

 

[anon(5630457)]

The lack of case options is a huge negative for this device.

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I agree. I have yet to find one.

 

[therabbitssing]

I picked up the Z3v on the 24th and my store had a silicone case (which I think is actually TPU) in black and lavender. I picked up the black one. It fits very well, like most TPU cases, but the black is a shiny glossy black so it is a fingerprint magnet itself. It covers the power button and volume keys as well as the Micro SD card slot. The USB charging cover is cut away of course. There are very tiny cuts in the top and bottom of the case on the front for the speakers and LED Notification light. Ports are also cut for the headphone and mic.

It's actually a good case, and had it been frosted or smoked, I'd keep it on there. Hoping we see some other options soon. A Bugdroid TPU case in smoke would look great on my white Z3v.

Edit: Verizon has an Incipio case in black and purple coming soon. AGain, black and purple. Those rumors of Verizon releasing the Z2 were probably true since the Purple was a prt of the Z2 line. They also have their standard crosshatch patterned/kickstand holster combo coming.

 

[anon(5630457)]

I can see some cases coming out but very slow. Best case I could find right now is this Starshop Hybrid Protective.
The more popular cases are yet to be found.
Amazon.com: Sony Xperia Z3V Case, Starshop Sony Xperia Z3V (T-Mobile, Verizon 2014 Release) Premium Durable Rugged Shell Hybrid Protective Phone Case Cover with Built in Kickstand Blue
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Looks decent, but it says it won't be in stock until December 1.

 

[PFonte4]

Decalrus - Sony Xperia Z3v BLACK Carbon Fiber skin skins decal for case cover wrap CFXperiaZ3vBlack

Just put the back on it.

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[Roy Droid]

I wouldn't use the skin on the front, but the back looks decent. Great for those worried about slippery glass backs. They've got other colors too.

 

[anon(5630457)]

I ordered this one yesterday: High Gloss Silicone Cover for Sony Xperia Z3v | Verizon Wireless - Verizon Wireless

Of course, four hours after my case shipped, this one appeared on Verizon's website: Incipio DualPro for Sony Xperia Z3v | Verizon Wireless - Verizon Wireless

/annoyed

 

[johnnyshinta]

Anyone going naked?

 

[anon(5630457)]

Anyone going naked?

I went naked for a week and it freaked me out. This phone is too...glassy to be strutting around naked. I purchased a silicone cover for my Z3v and I'll be ordering the Incipio DualPro on Monday.

 

[richard_rsp]

Anyone going naked?

I've been running naked since release day, but mainly because I couldn't find an case I liked. However, I ordered the incipio case from Verizon so I'm going to test that out.

It's been good naked, but I have been nervous about dropping it.

Posted via the Android Central App on my Xperia Z3V

 

[pchain]

I've been naked for a week as well. At first it freaked me out, but now I don't even think about it. I did order a Decalrus skin just for the back for just a little more grip, but not sure I even want it now.

 

[johnnyshinta]

I'm finding that the grip that the sides offer is enough.

 

[therabbitssing]

I ordered this one yesterday: High Gloss Silicone Cover for Sony Xperia Z3v | Verizon Wireless - Verizon Wireless

Of course, four hours after my case shipped, this one appeared on Verizon's website: Incipio DualPro for Sony Xperia Z3v | Verizon Wireless - Verizon Wireless

/annoyed

The Incipio case was up on the 25th or 26th.

 

[anon(5630457)]

The Incipio case was up on the 25th or 26th.

Not when I purchased my case. Otherwise I would have purchased the Incipio case instead.

 

[richard_rsp]

I've been running naked since release day, but mainly because I couldn't find an case I liked. However, I ordered the incipio case from Verizon so I'm going to test that out.

Well I got the Incipio today, but it's getting returned - WAYYYY too big and actually makes it more slick than running without a case.

The hunt continues....

Posted via the Android Central App on my Xperia Z3V

 

[johnnyshinta]

I didn't think anything could make it more slick than no case. I had a close call so I decided a case was a must. The only 2 verizon had were the silicone and incipio. So far I don't mind the incipio. The silicone seemed like it really wouldn't do much and it's just as slippery. I think the incipio is less slick but that's just me. And if I were to drop it at least it's protected. I think the extra bulk makes it feel more comfortable in the hands

 

[mgindi26]

I had a dual pro on my LG G2 and it made it way too big to handle or to comfortably put in my pocket.

 

[johnnyshinta]

I haven't worn jeans since I got the dual pro so we'll see how it goes