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I currently have the Spigen Ultra Hybrid Case that was already posted here. Looks nice and it's high quality, but it's definitely more on the side of scratch protection rather than drop protection. It's nice that the back is clear and still shows the beauty of the phone. I'd still be pretty scared if it dropped out of my hand. I have also ordered this one and it should be here early next week: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SV63G38/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This one looks like it may offer a bit more drop protection while still being pretty thin. If you want even more protection you could go try something like this which is the heavier duty version of the one I posted above: http://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Spigen-Samsung-EXTREME-PROTECTION/dp/B00QU4PUKK/ref=sr_1_3?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1427502811&sr=1-3&keywords=spigen+s6+armor

I bought the IQ Shield Case Friendly protectors and have had zero issues with the fingerprint scanner. The screen protector is one of those self-healing films so it never carries scratches, but the finger feel is different from glass or the preinstalled protector.

Installation is pretty easy, you basically clean the phone, then spray your fingers and both sides of the screen protector with the included bottle of soapy water, then apply the protector to your phone. Installation is a breeze since until the liquid dries, you can move and adjust the protector without peeling it off the phone. You use the included rubber squeegee to push out any air bubbles, and then after a few minutes of drying, need to use the squeegee and your hands/fingers to make sure it bonds and adheres on the curved edges of the screen.

It took me about 5 minutes to take off the preinstalled protector, clean the phone, apply the new protector, work the bubbles out, and get the edges sticking down.

Once the protector is on, there will be a little bit of optical distortion and maybe some small bubbles that wouldn't work themselves out for at most a couple hours, but the final state is a minimally invasive screen protector that's cheap and effective and works with the fingerprint scanner

This one comes in a lot of colors https://www.amazon.com/ShellBox-Waterproof-Shockproof-Underwater-Protection/dp/B07GSTF21H

This one comes with a floating wrist strap (not as useful at your workplace, but if you ever take the phone fishing or tubing) https://www.amazon.com/Temdan-Waterproof-Shockproof-Kickstand-Underwater/dp/B07G12RCP5

i-Blason has good track record and this case has over 500 ratings on Amazon. It's not marketed as waterproof but has flaps for the charging and headphone ports https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-i-Blason-Full-Body-Protector-Release/dp/B07G9CK4CQ

I've loved SUPCASE cases since the Hybrid Unicorn Beetle I used with my original Moto X. This case has over 300 ratings, comes with a belt holster, and like the i-Blason, it's not marketed as waterproof but has flaps for the charging and headphone ports https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-SUPCASE-Full-Body-Protector-Kickstand/dp/B07G7WY94D

One 42 ratings, but the Casetego is marketed as IP68 waterproof, is less than $20, and has a lot of the same language I see when I'm researching waterproof pouches for our severe weather accessory roundups https://www.amazon.com/Casetego-Compatible-Waterproof-Underwater-Protective/dp/B07GDHPK24

Five bright colors, big kickstand, and 250 reviews https://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Note-Case-ArmadilloTek-Built/dp/B07FZQRN38

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Huh, didn't think I'd find that many that quick... And now to go save this and turn it into a proper case roundup for AC next week...

IQshield. Got a pack of 2 for $10 on Amazon. It has a pretty similar feel to the preinstalled protector, but softer. Went on easy and bubbles are nonexistent if you do it right, and it's fingerprint resistant.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07MBK7BYP?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Edit: when I say fingerprint resistant, I mean it stays clean. It works perfectly fine with the ultrasonic reader.

For many years I disdained cases, Manufacturers make beautiful phones and users ugly them up. I rarely dropped a phone, maybe because unlike some people I don't normally walk around holding my phone in my hand. The few times I dropped my HTC phones they didn't break!


Until one did, and I now own a Samsung Galaxy. Beautiful but insanely slippery. Came with a "free" case of a type I NEVER would have imagined using - a bulky, gnarly, "I can take anything" design by Pelican - the "Voyager".

I then ordered this screen:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079YC1TRH/

I am surprisingly very happy with the combo.

I ordered today comply foam true wireless https://www.amazon.com/Comply-Truly-Wireless-Replacement-Earphone/dp/B01M3QV9WT

they have sweat protection. I will test them. I want them for better fit, and noise reduction. maybe would be good for you too

If you want it to charge the watch, I strongly recommend getting a first-party Samsung pad. I have a number of other chargers around my apartment and office (from Nimble and Anker) that work fine with my phone and with the charging case for the Buds, but I've only ever been able to get my watch to line up consistently with the chargers from Samsung. The one I have in my bedroom also has a handy little indentation for centering the watch over the coil, which makes it easier to connect:

Samsung Wireless Charger Fast Charge Pad (2018), Universally Compatible with Qi Enabled Phones and Select Samsung Watches (US Version), Black - EP-P31 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FKBQJ5L/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_yZ7k2do94sqvL

Note this doesn't necessarily need to be the latest model. If you don't care about having the absolute fastest charging speed for your phone, you can save a little money by buying an older one.

They're selling S10 for $599 and S10+ for $699 on amazon if you have prime. Definitely the best deal out there right now.

Been using this:

Galaxy S9 Plus Screen Protector Glass, amFilm 3D Curved Dot Matrix Full Screen Samsung Galaxy S9 PLUS Tempered Glass Screen Protector (6.2") 2018 with Easy Application Tray (NOT S9) (Case Friendly) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079YC1TRH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_pncZAb7CXMF1S

Pretty damn happy with it!

I'd get a portable bluetooth keyboard with a touchpad with real buttons. For clicking around, a mouse is better in DeX than your fingers. The size of some of the targets is small and hard to hit. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MTVC775

Other than that, DeX works pretty well. There are apps that aren't compatible or fully compatible. On a phone, it's not super useful unless you have a monitor handy. On a tablet, it's more than usable and useful. I can get by on it for light laptop duty.

I love anker gear. You can also get an SD card for extra storage, amazon currently has a 128gb samsung card for $40. Fastest read/write so you can record 4k straight to the card if you want.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XWZWYVP/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have 2 Seneo's and they work great.

The silver one is on sale as well for $13.

If you want it to fast charge, you need a QC 3.0 power brick. The Samsung power brick is QC 2.0 and won't allow for fast wireless charge of this Seneo one.

I've used these QC 3.0 bricks. without issue in the past for both the phone wired and the Seneo wireless charger. However, now I just use the Seneo with a regular power brick and only slow wireless charge while sleeping and at my desk.

I want to buy a wireless charger for my Galaxy S7 Edge. I am considering two different charging pads. One is the Samsung Qi Certified Fast Charge Wireless Charger Pad - Universally Compatible with Qi Smartphones, and the other is the Samsung Wireless Charger Fast Charge Pad (2018), Universally Compatible with Qi Enabled Phones and Select Samsung Watches.

The only meaningful differences seem to be the price and the compatibility with smart watches. Is this true?
I'll probably just get the cheaper one but figured I'd get some input from y'all.

Thanks.

Here’s a good one I got from amazon, saved my phone today. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BBCRRZV

I ordered this case from spigen, absolutely love their cases. Do you think the screen protectors you linked will be fine with the case? Cant decide between a tempered glass protector and this one from spigen.

amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Comply-Premium-Wireless-Earphones-Medium/dp/B01M3QV9WT

imo, perfect. my ears are a bit weird so there's still some popping when removing/inserting buds, but def better than the silicons

I have S8+ with this Spigen case and got the new Samsung fast wireless charger (the one that can be folded). It cannot charge with the case on. My mom with official Samsung S view flip case works perfectly fine.

I think going from 76% to full last night, fast charge said 49 min and I THINK the wired fast charge said 32min.

Class 10 or above is what you want. This U3 samsung card has worked great for 4k video for me.

Not seeing the one I bought in my orders, but I bought this brand for my wife's note 10 and it actually had more stuff in the box for dust removal, cleaning, etc. Same product overall.

IQ Shield Screen Protector Compatible with Galaxy S10 Plus (S10+ 6.4 inch)(2-Pack)(Case Friendly) LiquidSkin Anti-Bubble Clear Film (NOT Compatible with Verizon S10 5G 6.7)(Works with Fingerprint ID) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MBK7BYP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gdHHDbP54SB9F

This is the adapter I have:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/TV-Adaptor-Bluetooth-Headphones-Transmitter/dp/B00LATHJUO/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1537373908&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=August+MR250&psc=1

It only has an AUX in, and it comes with two cables - a 3.5mm and an RCA.
Just reading more about this adapter - I don't think it can support multiple Bluetooth headphones!

Amazon links here: Amazon US, CA, Europe

Supcase. Whilst it certainly won't make your phone look pretty, the case is an insurance policy in itself. I have had a Supcase for my Nexus 5X and the phone has been dropped out of cars, dropped down stairs, even dropped into the bath and the phone has not sustained any form of damage.

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Buy from bestbuy or this one from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N4M412B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_90ItDbWZ48JW7

I ordered this last week and synch'ed about 60 GB of music to it. Seemed really speedy with my Macbook, but I haven't got the phone yet to test it out.

I'm using the Note 8 version of this case and I've had no issues with.

Unicorn Beetle Note 9