Well, I just received my new battery from Verizon with the new door and I must say that I just love it! The extra bulk really gives it a solid feel and does not look bad at all when you see it in person. Pictures do not do it justice so take a look at one in person before you make your decision. I am a heavy user so the extra thickness will not bother me one bit. In fact, I think that the phones are getting too thin if you ask me. I will post some life results once I drain the battery out of the box and recharge it to full charge.