SPIGEN LG G2 Case Slim [Slim Armor] [Metal Slate] Dual Layer Protective Case for AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, International ONLY - Me

I needed a good case to protect my T-Mobile LG G2 (D801), the Spigen Slim Armor LG G2 fit the bill perfectly.The packaging for the Slim Armor is minimal, which is not a bad thing. Inside, you have the assembled case inside clear plastic, and a small card with the product's serial number. Text on the back encourages you to go to Spigen's website to authenticate the product, letting you know how have a genuine Spigen product. I had heard they've had problems with copy-cats in the past. Also on the back is the text "Something You Want" This proved quite true, as the Spigen is really a solid product.The Slim Armor looks great inside and out. I ordered mine in the Metal Slate color, which looks nice. The Metal Slate's finish is matte, so it doesn't collect fingerprints like the shinier options might. The angled edges feel great in the hand, and make the Slim Armor easy to hold on to. The total package looks very modern. Overall, the surfaces feel smooth, and while it may not offer the same grippy feel of a full rubber / TPU case, I never felt that it would slip from my hand.The LG G2 without the case is very thin and light, so transitioning to the Slim Armor will be noticeable. It weighs more with the case, but it never becomes a burden. It increases the size of the phone, but makes it easier to hold, in my opinion. One-handed use with the LG G2 will be tougher at first, even for those with large hands like me. Once you get used to the weight and dimension changes, you won't mind at all. If anything, it will make you admire the engineering marvel that the G2 is, and make you want to protect it!The Slim Armor seems to offer great protection from all the reviews I've read, but hopefully, I'll never get to test that aspect of it. The dual-material design is pretty ingenious; it offers great protection, feels solid, and yet, doesn't add unnecessary bulk. It looks and feels like it can withstand anything you throw at it...or anything you throw it at.The Slim Armor's cut-outs offers easy access to all the LG G2's ports. No problems at all with USB cables and devices (even angled OTG cables). The headphone jack may be an issue in some applications. All my headphones fit with no issues, however, the plug from one set of Logitech speakers wouldn't fit (its a thick, angled monstrosity). Just an FYI..The one downside to owning the Slim Armor case is, currently Spigen doesn't sell the polycarbonate frames separately, for those who want to buy additional colors. They do offer this option for the iPhone and Galaxy S4 versions. Maybe they'll offer this in the future. I reached out to Spigen's support regarding this, they responded immediately to discuss the issue. If you ever have a problem with your product, or have a question, let them know, they are awesome!The price is good for a case of this quality (I paid $17.99 from Amazon), and is low enough that you could by more than one for the other color options.I'm very happy with my purchase, and I plan to buy more Spigen products in the future.

Let's face it - the G2 already has a 5.2" screen and doesn't need any added bulk. Like I said in the title, this case definitely provides another level of protection compared to the TPU only cases (I have the Diztronic TPU) with a negligible increase in thickness or bulk. It adds .140" (roughly 1/8") to the thickness of the phone and .190" (3/16") to the phone's width. It does not completely destroy the phone's form factor like a Ballistic or Otterbox case does. If heft is important to you, then this is probably the best amount of protection for the least amount of it.As long as we are measuring things with a digital caliper, something I really like is the fact that the lip around the screen leaves plenty of room for screen protectors and it's thickness (from the surface of the screen to the top of the lip) is only .017". That's 17 thousandths of an inch. We're talking less than a third of a 16th of an inch. The lip does not interfere with swiping or operating the touchscreen in any way at the edges. Genius. The lip is still there to protect the screen, but not so thick that it makes the outer edge of the gorgeous 5.2" 1080p IPS+ LED backlit LCD useless.The metal slate finish is very effective at repelling fingerprints and smudges. I would liken it to a matte gunmetal more than anything. It's got a very attractive industrial aesthetic going for it. My first impression was that it would make the phone hard to hold being kind of slick, but not an issue so far. The TPU around the screen is extra grippy and your fingers always wrap over it - problem solved.I can tell you that the choice of impact material in this case (TPU) is drastically superior to the silicone or rubber based materials used in the soft liners of both Seidio active and Speck Candyshell cases. Wife and stepson have those cases on an S3 and S4. The Seidio ripped on the front of the USB port area and that's it. the Candyshell has been back for warranty replacement twice now because the silicone at the front of the USB port, power button, and volume buttons stretched out and began to sag very badly. This TPU material should retain its shape much better and I applaud Spigen for choosing it.Possible negatives:-Headphone jack hole could be a bit tight on some plugs. This is not an issue for me now and would never be since I have no issue clearancing said hole with razor blades or drill bits.-The contour of the case does not follow the smooth radius of the body of the phone. It has angles. The are sharp. It does not bother me in the least, just wanted to point it out in case we have anybody in love with the profile of the G2, naked.Overall, I like it. I like it a lot. I will update the review over the next few weeks as I use it more day to day, but for now, it's a winner. If your are on the market for a slim but protective case - look no further.

My primary purpose for a case like this is to protect the phone, and it certainly has done that. I've knocked it off tables a few times (3 feet to hard flooring), dropped it once from about 6 feet up onto pavement, and launched it into a wall and then down onto concrete floor a fumbled attempt to catch it as it fell. All of this has left some scuff marks on the back and sides, but no apparent damage to the phone itself.There are a couple of minor issues that warrant downrating this case to 4 stars, in my opinion:- The hole in the upper right corner (when the phone display is facing you). None of the product photos really show it well. It's about a 1cm x 1cm cutout. I've no idea how much of an impact it has on drops (the cover extends far enough that the phone doesn't come in contact with a flat piece of glass), but it bothers me enough that I now flip my phone over, face up, so I don't have to see it.- The opening for the headphone/mic jack is too small (~7mm in diameter) for all but one plug I've got. To make matters worse, the opening is off-center (clearance of ~1mm on one side, ~2.5mm on the other). This effectively means I have to remove the case if I want to use headphones. (Yes, this could be mitigated by using a Bluetooth headset; I just haven't found one I like yet.)So, in short: It has served its primary purpose well, protecting the phone from damage multiple times. Worth it, in my opinion.

- Pros: gives a really good protection to the LG G2, including the edges and corners; snug fit; not that bulky for the type of protection it gives vs. other models. Color is classy.- Cons: a bit on the heavy side (but still fits in the pockets of my pants without being too much noticeable). Makes the back buttons a bit harder to reach with your fingers, because of the additional thickness around them.Recommended if you want to give your G2 a good protection level. Worthy of note, it actually changes the shape of your phone from all-rounded to edgy. I personally like it like that, but it's a matter of taste, really. Also on the plus side, it doesn't attract fingerprints as much as the barenaked back of the phone.A friend of mine has the same model for iPhone and isn't super happy with it because it's not a tight fit around the phone. I don't have the same issue with LG G2 model though, as it fits perfectly around the phone.

Bulky but sturdy.....looks like a beast...it can become difficult to use it with one hand some times but if need proper protection then this is much better that the original flip cover..

Fast shipping; ordered the Metal Slate version for my T-Mobile G2 yesterday, received it today.The lip of the TPU layer is quite thin, which can be both a disadvantage and advantage. I have a Clearplex screen protector installed (also quite good, it seems to dent less easily than Zagg), which does not have much of an allowance at the sides. All of the cases I'd tried on at stores lifted it off at the corners, but not this Spigen case. The lip could be a bit higher to offer more protection while face-down, but it feels very accessible right now (nothing to "bend" a finger over), which I appreciate.Unlike other cases I've literally had to wrestle off, this Spigen fits perfectly and is very easy to install and remove. Snaps on in seconds, as Paul Swabey said.The TPU and polycarbonate layer feel very premium in the hand--the case feels very well-made in general. Anyone with a G2 reading this probably knows how much of a fingerprint and hand oils magnet the back is. This case feels much better.Some of the edges feel a bit sharp (in a scratchy way..). Other than that, I'm quite a fan of the angular design. Sleek and industrial looking. Not sure if the web pattern in the TPU case is a marketing gimmick, but doesn't hurt. Also not sure why there is a hole in the case for the top-right corner of the phone.The holes are very precise. All my headphones are fine. My L-shaped plug is somewhat of a tight fit, so I could see some problems if your plug is a bit bigger than usual. I think they tried to drill a hole for the Verizon model in the TPU layer, so there's a strange indent in the back of the TPU layer that I don't think my phone uses. But it's covered by the polycarbonate layer, so no worries.I haven't dropped it yet, but overall this case feels like a good investment for protection.

Perfect cover for LG G2. Enhances the look of the mobile along with nice grip. All edges are perfectly shaped. Must buy for LG G2. After installing the cover it does not seem to be a accessory, rather feels like an integral part of mobile. The material build quality is also nice.

I recently bought an LG G2 and my first thought was to buy an Otterbox COmmuter. I had an Otterbox on my previous phone for two and a half years and I absolutely loved it! The lower lip on my Otterbox was sagging after about a year, but it was stil the best case I have ever owned. So naturally, I thought I'd buy another Otterbox for my new LG G2... But I didn't. I deceided to "try" the Spigen, and if I didn't like it, I'd buy an Otterbox (a $25 risk I didn't mind taking).Well, Now that I have the Spigen Slim case, I have to say I'm quite impressed! It looks so much better than the pictures posted everywhere online. It really feels solid, yet isn`t bulky at all! the fit is just so precise! The material is not a lint magnet, nor is it a fingerprint magnet. The lip on the inner rubber layer is not a soft rubber, but more of a semi-rigid rubber, giving me the impression that the lower lip will not sag after some extended use (like the Otterbox Commuter did). Everything about this case is just so top notch!I`m somewhat of a cellphone case geek. I bought 2 Vaja cases (at $80 a pop) some years ago before the smartphone revolution. So I can go crazy on a case. I highly recommend this case! it`s got a very nice look and provides a good protection against the occasional drop. This is by no means a heavy-duty 'Defender' type case.