Case-Mate CM017184 Barely There Case for Samsung Galaxy Nexus SCH-i515 Verizon

by Case-Mate

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 1 x 4.5 inches ; 1.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0067I6UDU
• Item model number: CM017184
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,627 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories)

Product Description

Show off the Samsung Galaxy Nexus with the bestselling Barely There Galaxy Nexus case. The form-fitting case covers the Galaxy Nexus with a slim look and feel. The Barely There Case combines a sleek style with a layer of protection for the Galaxy Nexus. The thin case surrounds the back and sides of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus with an impact resistant, one-piece hard shell coating.

Customer Reviews

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars VZW Galaxy Nexus LTE, yes; Extended Battery, no, December 27, 2011

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Paul H. - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Case-Mate CM017184 Barely There Case for Samsung Galaxy Nexus SCH-i515 Verizon (Wireless Phone Accessory)

Worked perfectly with the Verizon Galaxy Nexus LTE version. Was just minimal enough to protect the sides, corners and screen (if laid down flat), and didn't increase the size barely at all. However , it does not work well with the extended battery. It fits, and clips on with the extended battery, but the side buttons are pushed up against the top of the slots in the case making them hard to press.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and Effective, December 18, 2011

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Kent T. Hambrock (Reston, VA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Case-Mate CM017184 Barely There Case for Samsung Galaxy Nexus SCH-i515 Verizon (Wireless Phone Accessory)

Something that must be taken into account when considering this case is that it is quite possibly the least protection you can get out of a case for this phone. If you're looking for something to protect it in all circumstances, look else where. If however, you're looking for a case that's "barely there" then this is the best option you can get.

I have a Verizon Galaxy Nexus, which is a little thicker then the GSM unlocked variant made for the rest of the world, and it should be noted that this is made for the Verizon LTE version, *not* for the GSM. It will still work, but it'll feel a little lose and that's probably not what you want.

I managed to get this case in the mail 2 whole days before the Verizon Galaxy Nexus launched and had it with me when I purchased the phone from Best Buy. I snaps on with ease, but the sides needed to be flexed inwards a little before I felt comfortable leaving it to protect my new prize. (This could be do to having it in my pocket for close to 2 miles of walking.) Ever since then though, I've had no issues with it, but it does really provide a VERY minimal amount of protection. The back and sides are covered while the top and bottom are left free so that the case is hardly noticeable when looking at it from the front and it doesn't add much thickness and no noticeable amount of weight. It is a sturdy piece of plastic though and it does feel like it adds some protection. If it were going to get hit in exactly the right way, I feel comfortable that it'd be well protected.

I'd plan on getting this to protect your phone from scratches and occasional drops from waist level though, and not much else. I'd also recommend using Zagg to protect the screen as it's self healing tech is pretty fraking impressive. That combination is enough enough for me.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars WARNING, January 3, 2012

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David Freitag - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Case-Mate CM017184 Barely There Case for Samsung Galaxy Nexus SCH-i515 Verizon (Wireless Phone Accessory)

This case does not fit the extended battery for the Galaxy Nexus. It's semi-flexible, not quite like a hard case, but not nearly as soft as a silicone case. The case barely covers the phone's top and bottom, yes it really is barely there, this case is really more for aesthetics rather than utility.