Why is this called "hybrid?' Is this the Commuter Series case sold directly by OtterBox?
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Yes it is the commuter series sold directly by otterbox. "Hybrid" just refers to the fact that it's neither a soft gel case nor hard plastic. It's both.
229185
It is a true Otter Box product, it is hybrid because of the sleek thin design, easier to fit in your pocket. The outer shell is hard and inner shell is rubberized
229186
It's an otterbox so the material is strong. But it doesn't cover the front with the case you put a screen protector. Also it is thinner then the normal otterbox.
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I am wondering the same thing...Otterbox doesn't even list a "hybrid" case on it's website. Sounds kind of fishy...
618795
Not sure what you're asking. My OtterBox Commuter was brand new. Very well made.
618792
Not sure what you're asking.My OtterBox Commuter was brand new. Very well made.
22000
The back near the bottom says 'Otter' then in smaller letters underneath it says 'box' and there is the usual circle for the iPhone logo. I've seen this exact case in stores for twice the price.
819901
No, it is not. This model of case is for the 1st generation--the 2nd generation has a .5 inch larger screen, and thus will need a slightly larger case. As far as I know Amazon doesn't carry an Otterbox Commuter case for the Moto G 2nd gen yet--I'm not even sure if Otterbox has made one.
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I too took a chance and bought the Defender (iPhone 4) case for my Verizon black iPhone 4S, and it works just fine for me. Why did everyone blindly believe what Otterbox was saying when it was clear from Apple and everyone else that the phone is nearly identical on the outside? Still, I can't blame Otterbox for trying to get an extra 40 bucks out of all the people who pre-ordered... very clever marketing trick!
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Its an OtterBox, genuine article. I think its just because its a different series, being the Defender
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It's a closed case than the other commuter case.. The back is fully closed which I personally love. My other commuter case didn't give me full protection in the back causing me to get a scratch on my apple sign :( my fault but I love the symmetry case.. Stylish and much cuter. I get compliments all the time on my case :)
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The Commuter series is a bit thicker and has a screen protector that you place on the phone. The Commuter cases has more of a rubber material whereas the the Symmetry is more of a dense plastic.
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Can you provide some evidence of what you're saying?? To me it looks totally legit, and even if it weren't it's a great case and provides protection like no other to my phone, I changed it just because the commuter series from otter box is slimmer.
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We have had both, and the commuter as well. The armor case is bigger and bulky. We had it a week and ended up returning it because the clasp on the outside snapped in half, my son took the phone out frequently. It did prove to be water proof. The defender is smaller and has the plastic face plate. I wanted a little more protection than it offered and ended up taking off the faceplate and replacing it with a tempered glass protector. The only difference I see between the defender and the commuter is the faceplate and the rubber shield is opposite (one on the outside and one on the inside). Not sure I'd buy the armor again. We have had both, and the commuter as well. The armor case is bigger and bulky. We had it a week and ended up returning it because the clasp on the outside snapped in half, my son took the phone out frequently. It did prove to be water proof. The defender is smaller and has the plastic face plate. I wanted a little more protection than it offered and ended up taking off the faceplate and replacing it with a tempered glass protector. The only difference I see between the defender and the commuter is the faceplate and the rubber shield is opposite (one on the outside and one on the inside).... » Read More We have had both, and the commuter as well. The armor case is bigger and bulky. We had it a week and ended up returning it because the clasp on the outside snapped in half, my son took the phone out frequently. It did prove to be water proof. The defender is smaller and has the plastic face plate. I wanted a little more protection than it offered and ended up taking off the faceplate and replacing it with a tempered glass protector. The only difference I see between the defender and the commuter is the faceplate and the rubber shield is opposite (one on the outside and one on the inside). Not sure I'd buy the armor again. « Show Less
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There is no screen protector with the commuter series. It comes with a separate one that you can put on your screen yourself. Just like you could buy anywhere. Commuter is just a soft phone casing with a harder outer shell that fits over it. Defender has a screen protector built into the case itself. Useful at first but when it gets scratched and/or dirty you can't take it out. Unless you cut it out I guess.
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The Commuter series is a 2 layer case which includes a screen protector as well as a belt clip. The Symmetry Series is slim and just fits your phone. You have to buy an additional screen protector. I actually had the Defender series which is a 3 layer protection. I found it overtime to be quite bulky that is why I bought the Symmetry. It's as slim as your phone and comes in different colors and patterns. Hope this helps. You can also see all the series on Otterbox's website.
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The Defender series are big and clunky, covering every surface of the phone. It also has a clear plastic piece attached to the front part of the case that covers the screen. This is the Commuter series which covers all the sides and the back, no front cover, but comes with a screen film. I prefer the Commuter because of the size of the Defender series.
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No, it isn't a commuter case and the picture doesn't give a really accurate depiction. It's a little bulkier than the commuter, and it's 2 pieces but it's much easier to get in and out of pockets.
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Otterbox commuter is a phone condom. A fairly thick but highly protective one.