Okay so this is a great case. Um its frosted PLASTIC I the back not rubber. The sides are a non stick silicone so no pocket sticking to it when you pull it out and its thick but not too thick. Wish the red was a little deeper but hey, it is what it is. And for $11, great deal.
As far as I can tell you can't just pull the plastic out.. but you might be able to cut it out. But then I don't know how sturdy the remaining case will be
That is a nice looking full featured case. kickstand is the slickest I've ever seen on a case. looks like it just might fit OK in docks but didn't notice if they have one for extended batteries