Deciding on a case

[amyf27]

Correctioon: my S8+ I had before the Note 8, had Caseology clear case.

My Note 8 has a clear version with black border - Title listed below. Very nice slim style case that surprisingly has a grip to it even though it's a smooth clear design.

Ringke Samsung Galaxy Note 8 [FUSION] PC Back TPU Shockproof Clear Cover Case

 

[srvctec]

Nice! That can probably be used on any case to make it more secure. Does it still look good as well, with the tape installed?

They have different colors but I've been using the clear the whole time. You can see it on the case but if done right, won't look bad. For the most part, I've used the ¾"x10' roll and just cutting it to length and placing 2 or 3 strips on he back of cases that aren't grippy. This time, I ordered the HAD heavy duty stuff since I hadn't tried it before. They have kits with small pieces to put in strategic places as well.

https://egrips.com

 

[srvctec]

Aaaannnnd, I got the OtterBox Commuter this morning, tried it, didn't like it and already sent it back. Ordered the UAG Monarch which is way more than I wanted to pay for a case but I've always liked their cases and the look of them. Hopefully, it will be "the one".

From what I've read here on the forums, it should also be compatible with tempered glass screen protectors. Hoping Bodyguardz comes out with the ES protector for the N8 soon.

 

[felloffthetruck]

Aaaannnnd, I got the OtterBox Commuter this morning, tried it, didn't like it and already sent it back. Ordered the UAG Monarch which is way more than I wanted to pay for a case but I've always liked their cases and the look of them. Hopefully, it will be "the one".

From what I've read here on the forums, it should also be compatible with tempered glass screen protectors. Hoping Bodyguardz comes out with the ES protector for the N8 soon.

What color Monarch did you order? The Monarch works just perfect with the Zagg Glass Curve.

 

[srvctec]

What color Monarch did you order? The Monarch works just perfect with the Zagg Glass Curve.

Found a black one on eBay. Has a buy it now price of $59.85 but seller also accepts offers. I offered $56 shipped and he accepted.

 

[felloffthetruck]

Found a black one on eBay. Has a buy it now price of $59.85 but seller also accepts offers. I offered $56 shipped and he accepted.

Did you get the Monarch case yet? How do you like it?

 

[srvctec]

Did you get the Monarch case yet? How do you like it?

Yep, got it yesterday. I love it and it's a work of art and seems like it can take some abuse. It's a little slippery in places on the back but I've already modified mine by putting egrips grip tape on it. I cut out pieces and put it over all the inset leather, a strip down the middle over the UAG logo and on the top and bottom of the back surface.

https://egrips.com

I'll post pics this evening.

 

[Blues Fan]

Yep, got it yesterday. I love it and it's a work of art and seems like it can take some abuse. It's a little slippery in places on the back but I've already modified mine by putting egrips grip tape on it. I cut out pieces and put it over all the inset leather, a strip down the middle over the UAG logo and on the top and bottom of the back surface.

https://egrips.com

I'll post pics this evening.

How would you compare the protection to the Defender?

 

[amyf27]

How would you compare the protection to the Defender?

I have the Monarch and the defender case as well. I love the defender case it's big it's kind of bulky extremely grippy and just feels great in the hand. The Monarch case in my opinion is a Slimmer design but still has some really good grip to it and looks fantastic also has outstanding protection I dropped my phone twice with it LOL zero issues

 

[srvctec]

How would you compare the protection to the Defender?

It's much thinner but UAG claims 2x the drop protection of that popular military standard all the case companies are using. I haven't seen the maker of any other case on the market saying that. Oh, did I mention it looks fantastic? It's easily the best looking case I've tried so far.

 

[felloffthetruck]

Yep, got it yesterday. I love it and it's a work of art and seems like it can take some abuse. It's a little slippery in places on the back but I've already modified mine by putting egrips grip tape on it. I cut out pieces and put it over all the inset leather, a strip down the middle over the UAG logo and on the top and bottom of the back surface.

https://egrips.com

I'll post pics this evening.

Yea, please post some pictures.

 

[srvctec]

Did you get the Monarch case yet? How do you like it?

Here are the pics of it after I modded it with the grip tape.

 

[DARK Vader777]

Got the Alcantara, but use the Spigen Tough Armor case.
It saved my phone once from a disaster, scared to put the Alcantara one back on.