Who's going naked?

[Zendroid1]

The last phone I used completely naked (no screen or body protection) was the Nexus 5. It definitely had some wear and tear after a year or so but it was still very usable.

Thanks to Nexus Protect, I feel even more comfortable going completely naked this year. The feel of the phone is a big reason I got it so I'll not be using a case or a screen protector. If anything bad happens, I can use my insurance, pay $79 and get a new one. I'm just going to enjoy this in all it's glory and not worry about what might happen.

Anyone with me?

 

[Adranalyne]

If this was the 6P I'd feel different, but this type of phone generally holds up well over time. Not to mention I got the Carbon Black version and that should hide any imperfections better.

 

[mrsmumbles]

I used my original Nexus 5 without a case for almost a year (maybe over a year?) but then I dropped it one day and since then I've had a case on it. Even though I'm not getting a 2015 model if I did, I'd probably put a case on it. I'm going to be buying a new phone in November or December and at first I will be using it naked.

 

[PhiPsi32]

No case . . . at least to start. I really like Lifeproof . . . but they don't support much besides iPhone. I expect it'll be a while before I find another product I like as much.

 

[Zendroid1]

If this was the 6P I'd feel different, but this type of phone generally holds up well over time. Not to mention I got the Carbon Black version and that should hide any imperfections better.

Yeah, I got the Carbon too so it will hide some minimal damage nicely. Did you get Nexus Protect? It's my first time getting insurance of any kind for a phone.

 

[spiff_p239]

I'm not looking to increase the footprint of the 5X so I'll be going without a case as well. For the size of its screen, I think it's big enough.

 

[Adranalyne]

Yeah, I got the Carbon too so it will hide some minimal damage nicely. Did you get Nexus Protect? It's my first time getting insurance of any kind for a phone.

I didn't, although it's a tempting option. I've always been really good about keeping my phones in pristine condition for resale.

 

[jonebk12]

I may go nekked at first, but will likely end up getting a very thin Spigen case. Just gives me a little peace of mind with minimal added bulk.

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[anon(464338)]

Skin if i get one. Dbrand has been a solid product for me on other phones. Keeps the size and doesn't allow scratches. Dbrand has a sign up to alert you when they arrive. Ive also used slickwraps

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[Evilnut]

I have to have a case on mine because of my job. If I didn't, it wouldn't even last a week. I also have to use a screen protector. I generally use the Supcase hybrid cases as they are very durable and add minimal bulk and provide the protection that I need. When I do take the case off my phone always feels very fragile. So I generally leave the case on. A side benefit of that is that even my 2 year old original Moto X still looks brand new when I take the case off.

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[Downwind]

I tried a case on my Galaxy Fascinate and hated it. I upgraded to a Galaxy Nexus and it was too big for a case. I have the sexy bamboo back on my Moto X and couldn't bear to cover it up. After almost two years the bamboo has lots of wear marks and that's fine. It's like old pine furniture. I don't intend to cover up my cool, new, blue 5X with an ugly case.

 

[minnemike]

I wear a case like a suit of armor or wet suit... in other words I put it on when I think I need it... like going out to breweries and getting drunk or something where I tend to let my defenses down. If I am just going out to dinner or something, I go naked.

 

[LezCronut]

I wear a case on my Nexus 5 only when I'm going out, but NO screen protector anytime. As I hate screen protector, it gives weird effects to my screen. 2 years later the phone is still smoooth as silk.

My ancient Samsung Galaxy S2 did not wear a screen protector either, but more than 4 years later, the screen is still smooooth to the touch.

So, case is a must and screen protector is a BIG NO NO.

 

[colin_25]

I am naked reading this thread.

wait? isn't this the naked thread?...noooooooooooooo

 

[humantic]

Although I have already added a bunch of cases to my amazon list I'm going to try going naked for a bit. I was hesitate because I broke my 2014 Moto X after just a two days because of how slippery it was, glad I got accidental. I'm hoping the back has just a bit more grip on the 5x.

 

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[Afterlife737]

I'm going to go with a tempered glass protector and a dbrand skin on the back when they come out will eventually buy a case for those instances when you just need one...

Anyone have any recommendations on tempered glass screen protectors?? Any notable brands?? My first time buying one..

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[Djlatino]

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Basically this. Going naked is the best way to go with a phone! Cases hide their true beauty.

 

[anon(464338)]

I'm going to go with a tempered glass protector and a dbrand skin on the back when they come out will eventually buy a case for those instances when you just need one...

Anyone have any recommendations on tempered glass screen protectors?? Any notable brands?? My first time buying one..

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Same. I'm on the Dbrand email list.


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[Evilnut]

Basically this. Going naked is the best way to go with a phone! Cases hide their true beauty.

Some people, like me, have to use a case and a screen protector because of our jobs and the things that we do on weekends and in the evenings. If I didn't have both on my phone it wouldn't last two weeks.

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