Will this fit my US Cellular Samsung Galaxy S2. What is the difference between the commuter serier and defender series?
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well from looking at the picture of the phone on the website very briefly it seems to be the same as the sprint/virgin mobile version of the phone, so it might? but i couldn't say that it would fit with certainty, just look up the model number of your phone and see if it matches with this one. i believe the defender series has a built in screen protector and is a bulkier case which gives the phone more protection (i believe they say it's three layers of protection). the commuter has a silicone-like case that slips over the phone and then a polycarbonate plastic case that slips over that. from what i read (i don't have one so i'm not sure) the material on the defender attracts more dust and doesn't slide into pockets as easily because the outer shell is not a smooth plastic. also the commuter is slimmer and less bulky but provides less protection than the defender, the defender is more money than the commuter. i chose commuter because i don't tend to drop my phone too much but it's inevitably going to happen. the front of most android phone are covered with gorilla glass anyway so i found the built in screen protected in the defender too much for me, and you could always get a screen protector as the built in one in the defender series won't stop your screen from getting smashed, it just keeps dust out and prevents scratching for the most part, but gorilla glass stops most superficial scratches anyway. the choice should be how much you use your phone, what kind of environments you're going to be in, and if you're super clumsy with it, i would like to note though that the camera on my phone is flush with the back of the phone, so when laying it down on it's back side if you don't have a case the lens is going to touch whatever its on and eventually get scratches. good luck!
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Debbie Commuter series is a two layer cover and the defender is 3 layers system giving even more protection. I hope that helps.
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No, the commuter screen protector is more flexible therefore it appears to be not as thick. Seems to offer very good if not same protection though. The commuter is lighter packing, not so plasticky. The front has a cleaner view of the entire face and the defender covers the top and bottom quarters. Thanks for asking. Good Luck! :)
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The defender is a more complex case. It is designed to take greater damage. If you drop your phone a lot, like I do, then get the defender. If you want just some protection, but not get too bulky, then get the commuter. I would warn you about the cases for the galaxy s3. The defender's outer shell loses its elasticity very easy. The phone is still protected well.
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The Commuter Case might fit... I have one at home I can try and let you know. I honestly like this case better than my Otterbox Commuter though. The buttons are much easier to push and the whole feel of the case is better.Worth the buy in my opinion. My Dad bought his first and then I bought one... my son took mine and I got another one. Hope this helps you out! Stefeni
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I'm not sure, we bought both the Defender and the Commuter. The Defender has a plastic screen protector built in to it, the Commuter does not but I'm just as happy with it. I did buy a heavy duty canvas case/clip that works great as well. It has a metal clip to it so I know it wont break easily. We use plastic clips for our work cell phones and they break all the time. I did find that the Commuter series had more color choices whick is what I was looking for. The green makes it so easy to find when I'm home. I have dropped it a couple of times and you really cant tell. It held up nicely.
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Defender Series has more of case like feature that you slip the phone behind versus the commuter that has a screen protector you lay on top. However, the biggest disappointment for me was how the commuter series wallet version was impossible to pull out the wallet type function.
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i bought this for my us cellular gallaxy s2 and nooooooo it did not fit!!! i am ver disappointed
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It fits, but the charger connections are in a different place. I purchase one only to find out I have to remove the case to charge the phone. If any one one the Defender case I will sell cheap.
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I'm not sure but it works perfectly with the defender series. My guess is if the commuter is somewhat smaller or slimmer then it won't work
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The Defender is very bulky and the Commuter is all I need to keep my phone safe. It has a soft inner case and a hard outer case. It keeps the screen off flat surfaces. If you are carrying it in your pocket the Defender will take up a lot of room. The Commuter comes with a screen protective film but there are better ones out there like Zagg.
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This fits the Otterbox Defender perfectly - so it should fit the Commuter just fine. The case might be more roomy with the Commuter as it is not as thick as the Defender - but in my opinion you would be able to remove it more easily. My husband has had this case since January and it has held up well. It is made with a nylon material so imagine it will not last forever. His holster clip that came with the Otterbox broke after 3 weeks - this case secures phone much better and gives added protection.
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Mine works with the defender case so I'm sure it will work with the commuter.
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Yes it "fits" but its not a regular otter box the commuter series has rubber on the phone and a half plastic hard case over the top the screen protector is not attached so it has to go in the plastic just right so that you can use the screen! Spend the extra 10-15 dollars and get a regular otter box!!
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This product does work through Otterbox Commuter. I have not tried it with a defender. I would recommend the commuter with tempered glass screen protector over the defender. The commuter is more slim fits in either a mans or a woman's pocket and provides drop protection better than anything I have seen other than the defender. There is no case that will protect from face first drop from any height if it hits a rock. SO make sure the tempered glass is installed. Remember case is to mostly protect the phone body. The tempered screen protector will protect against piercing blows to the screen. This product does work through Otterbox Commuter. I have not tried it with a defender. I would recommend the commuter with tempered glass screen protector over the defender. The commuter is more slim fits in either a mans or a woman's pocket and provides drop protection better than anything I have seen other than the defender. There is no case that will protect from face first drop from any height if it hits a rock. SO make sure the tempered glass is installed. Remember case is to mostly protect the phone body. The tempered screen protector will protect against piercing blows to the screen.
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The defender case has a built-in screen protector and the commuter has an apply yourself screen protector. With the commuter, you can use any screen protector of your choice if you prefer other protectors. Both cases have a polycarbonate (hard plastic) snap on back that encloses the silicone part of the case. The defender is a heftier case and makes a phone quite bulky. The commuter, on the other hand, gives a thin phone such as the galaxy S4 just enough bulk to make it feel sturdy in your hand. I have the commuter case on my S4. I have never dropped my phone so I cannot tell you how much drop protection it has. Overall, I think the defender would protect your phone better since the phone is actually enclosed in the case. However, much depends on how the phone falls, from how high, and on what kind of surface.
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Defender is thicker w/ built in screen protector. Hard plastic on the inside silicon on the outer layer. And it comes with a belt clip / phone stand. Commuter has no built in screen protector silicon is on the inside hard plastic outer layer. And no clip I have cracked my screen (not severly) even w/ the commuter