I need to access my battery and micro SD card, but I am having an extremely difficult time removing the plastic shell of this case.Any tips?
817113
It is difficult to open. I used a small pocket knife with the blade along the seam to help pry the two halves apart.
817114
I find that yes, the plastic shell case is hard to remove/open. However, that is how it is designed - to protect the phone. If access to your battery and SD card are frequent and important, then I would recommend a different type case. I also have a case that is more rubberized with flaps overlaying the slots for easy access. But there is also a hard plastic part that snaps over - not covering the slots, but again to protect the phone. I happen to change my cases about once every 2 weeks, so I have a collection (so far) of 15 for the Samsung Galaxy, including 2 Otter cases. Keep in mind that these are MY views. I hope this helps. I find that yes, the plastic shell case is hard to remove/open. However, that is how it is designed - to protect the phone. If access to your battery and SD card are frequent and important, then I would recommend a different type case. I also have a case that is more rubberized with flaps overlaying the slots for easy access. But there is also a hard plastic part that snaps over - not covering the slots, but again to protect the phone. I happen to change my cases about once every 2 weeks, so I have a collection (so far) of 15 for the Samsung Galaxy, including 2 Otter cases. Keep in mind... » Read More I find that yes, the plastic shell case is hard to remove/open. However, that is how it is designed - to protect the phone. If access to your battery and SD card are frequent and important, then I would recommend a different type case. I also have a case that is more rubberized with flaps overlaying the slots for easy access. But there is also a hard plastic part that snaps over - not covering the slots, but again to protect the phone. I happen to change my cases about once every 2 weeks, so I have a collection (so far) of 15 for the Samsung Galaxy, including 2 Otter cases. Keep in mind that these are MY views. I hope this helps. « Show Less
817115
There is like a little slot on the side I would use to get my nails in there too pry it open. It is really hard to take it off. Other times my husband would do it for me.
817116
Always use a penny to pop the plastic case open. It may seem as if you are going to break it, but you won't.
1982687
It should be fairly easy to pry the cover off. You can use a small screwdriver or a fingernail to pop the cover in the direction that is indicated by the little arrow 90 degrees from the pocket clip. Mine pops right off and the battery will slide out.
434350
I had an Otter Box as well and I took the removed the entire case. After you remove the outside rubber part the two plastic pieces are snapped together. You should be able to unsnap and both pieces will come off.
1838621
No, it is a pain to open, unless you have decent fingernails. You have to undo ~8 clips around the edges. I would recommend an external battery instead if you really want this case.
1844960
You take off the back cover, right next to the battery is a spot for Micro Sd card
563585
Yes. When you take the top of the case off you can see the screen and have access to all the buttons. You can either set the top half of the case aside or attach it by one of the buckles to the bottom half of the case and let it dangle. To get to the battery and memory card you must remove the bottom half of the case. It is very easy. The case does not really hinder any use of the camera and protect the camera very well.
1631359
Yeah, it's really tough... I found that if you go to the weakest point (where the volume controls are) and stick your fingernail between the phone and the edge of the case, you will able to pry it off.
894194
Hi A, Take off the battery cover and once the battery is removed you will see the slot for the SD card.
80956
It's a pain. I struggle every single time I remove it. Basically I get a coin that fits best in the slot on the right lower side. I turn with the coin and pry my fingernail between the seam where the halves meet at the extreme right corner of the case. It will usually pops apart once you've wedged your fingernail between the halves.Maybe someone out there has a better method, if so I'd love to hear it too.
297356
Here's all I can tell you -- I stuck the memory card into the phone, and there it stays. But yes, there is a plastic case, and that is where I still have the adapter. I never did anything with the adapter. I don't even know what it's for.
320347
On the bottom of the phone is a small opening. Use your fingernail to pry it up. It might take a few tries to get the right position but you can do it.
1448104
I was stumped too at first. The battery cover is under the handle. Just lift it a bit and you'll see the edges of the battery cover. I remember it sliding off, although it's been a while.
1584208
Remove the vinyl outer cover, if any. Put a fingernail between the plastic back cover and the metal frame in the gap at the receptacle for the USP Cable. Then continue to wedge the back cover off, gently. The microSD card slot is between the two SIMM card slots. Remove the battery using the finger hold at the left lower corner, and slide the SD card into the slot, with the contacts down and forward. Reassembly is the reverse, making sure the battery is correctly seated, and the back cover is fully seated all the way around.
385259
Yes but, access to the usb-hdmi-mic connections, access to the battery & SD card compartment require removal of the lower case.
299766
There is no problem accessing the touchscreen. This case is really nicer than it thought it would be. You only need to remove it to access the battery and memory card or to attach the USB cable.
1120020
You have to peel the rubber casing back and then then you'll see 2 plastic pieces (front & back of the case) that are clipped together. Unclip, insert phone, clip back together and put the rubber outing back on
824105
I don't have an armband, so I can't speak to that. It is not easy to remove the case, anytime I've had to remove the case I've always needed a knife or screwdriver to pry the case apart.