S3 Otterbox Commuter Case Review

[Oli2k]

This is my review of the Otterbox commuter for the S3

Youtube Link

Any feedback is more than welcome

 

[GrooveRite]

Oli2k, would this case feel too big to carry in your jeans/pants pocket or is it bearable??

 

[Oli2k]

Oli2k, would this case feel too big to carry in your jeans/pants pocket or is it bearable??

I did make the phone feel big but was still usable day to day. For me personally I think the bumper I reviewed is about perfect for me as the phone still feels thin and lightweight but if I worked outdoors I'd be using the otterbox or trident case for drop protection. The case-mate pop was another case i've enjoyed using for a good overall balance.

 

[jcp007]

Both your Commuter and your Trident case review were brilliant and much appreciated. I am still holding out for the Defender that I ordered. Will you be reviewing the Defender as well?

 

[Oli2k]

Both your Commuter and your Trident case review were brilliant and much appreciated. I am still holding out for the Defender that I ordered. Will you be reviewing the Defender as well?

Thanks a lot, I'm new to video reviews so still working on a good format but I'm sure they will only get better. Yes I'll be reviewing the defender as soon as it's available.

 

[Clocks]

Are the buttons hard to press? Sorry I watched the video but couldn't listen to the audio yet.

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[jcp007]

If you line up the buttons with case layer correctly, they shouldn't be that hard to press.

 

[joeydownsouth]

Power button a lil harder to press than volume

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[joeydownsouth]

a different thread i posted these pictures. Power button is a pain to squeeze in commuter series, or the volume slider depending on which 1 you leave last :-[ Kinda of feels like your gonna rip the button out. Defender is too big for me.

http://forums.androidcentral.com/showthread.php?p=1906308

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[cgardnervt]

I just ordered mine! Hope it's here soon. :-D

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[jcp007]

It would be interesting to see a naked GS3 next to a GS3 with the Commuter case.

 

[joeydownsouth]

I just ordered mine! Hope it's here soon. :-D

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Its a pain to install, but its super slim and looks good, comes with a free screen protector also

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[joeydownsouth]

It would be interesting to see a naked GS3 next to a GS3 with the Commuter case.

Look at these pics and compare, cause this case is no joke to take off and on
http://forums.androidcentral.com/showthread.php?p=1906308

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[Oli2k]

I found it quite easy to get on and off as you can see in the video but I have done it a few times.

The buttons are hard to press compared to other protective cases like the Trident.

 

[GrooveRite]

The buttons are hard to press compared to other protective cases like the Trident.

This is becoming a deal breaker for me. I may look at the Seidio active X now.

 

[Oli2k]

This is becoming a deal breaker for me. I may look at the Seidio active X now.

If you get one let me know what you think

 

[GrooveRite]

If you get one let me know what you think

My last 2 Seidio active X cases left nicks and scratches on my Epic 4G. I'm hoping these new ones won't do the same thing to my SGS3! I'm also hoping that they changed the hinge system so they don't break off after some time like my previous active x cases. Thats why I ended up buying a 2nd one for my Epic 4g, lol!

 

[cgardnervt]

My commuter case shipped today! Might be a few more days before I get it.

 

[Wnrgway]

Good review! If I had to offer a suggestion, it would be good to see a visual comparison of the width of the phone with and without the case. Approximate measurements would be helpful too. I find that these are hard to come by and it's the only real way to get an idea of ease of use (i.e. pocket/holster storage, or overall feel in the hand).

Thanks for sharing!

 

[steven252000]

I am correct in that the Commuter does not come with a belt click but the Deffender does? If this is the case can you even buy a clup holder for the Commuter?