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Best iPhone X Cases [MERGED]
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Looking for as minimal as case as possible for the X but with *some* drop protection. I've tried the clear Speck case for my 6S and hated it - the back became permanently 'fogged' in a strange pattern (Speck replaced my first case, but it also happened on the second). For my rose gold 6S I wanted a clear case, but ended up with a Caseology Savoy case in blue/rose gold and surprisingly enough it has been great protecting my phone during the occasional drops - but I don't see that Caseology has X cases yet. I'm considering the Caudabe Lucid Clear or the Spigen Crystal Hybrid, Neo Crystal Hybrid or Ultra Hybrid. Can anyone offer personal experience with those and whether or not any 'fogging' or discoloration occurs?Also - what is your opinion on Crystal Hybrid vs Neo Crystal vs Ultra Hybrid? Thanks!
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Does anyone have a Spigen Liquid Air Armor that can confirm whether or not the metal frame of the X is exposed under the buttons. The images on Amazon make it look like the frame is exposed. On the 7/8 version it’s not. I wouldn’t want dirt getting in between the case and buttons. Don’t know why they would change a good design.
Used Ultra Hybrid on my last few phones. Good case, has good drop protection but without too much extra bulk. Back holds up pretty well, it will scratch from keys etc. but it takes a while if you're reasonably careful before it gets noticeable and they're pretty cheap so when it gets messed up you can just get another if it bothers you. No discolouration noted on any of mine. Not used the others you mention, sorry.
I’d be careful with cases that have magnets. If I’m not mistaken, they will most likely interfere with wireless charging.
I think it would just stop wireless charging from working. The metal interferes with the signal.
Thoughts on the Dark Aubergine Apple Leather with the Space Grey combo? Thinking that is my most likely choice.
Looks nice and slim, but it looks like that one is broken at the bottom, or is that an optical illusion? Is it a flexible plastic or a hard shell?
Seriously thinking about this case, got an iPX in silver coming, totally dig on the contrasting rear/camera, and wanted to be able to see it, so looking for something that's, well, basically clear
I've been using Spigen (Ultra Hybrid - also available for the X) on our 6Ss and 7, the TPU with the smoked rear, nicely see through as well, but your input kind of swayed me (plus that 20% off is pretty solid).Is there a theory as for why the Otterbox Defender for the X is missing the screen protector? Weird. Maybe they needed to experiment with FaceID first so their “gamble” based-on-renders case was safer without a screen.
Not sure how much more protective than a Symmetry it is though.
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Same.
Symmetry + no screen protector + being careful.
But now I’m curious about the screen-less Defender. Sounds grippy.
Not sure how much more protective than a Symmetry it is though.
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Same.
Symmetry + no screen protector + being careful.
But now I’m curious about the screen-less Defender. Sounds grippy.
Any other company make bumpies?
https://www.utomic.com/products/edge-and-glass-with-care-for-iphone-x
https://www.utomic.com/products/edge-and-glass-with-care-for-iphone-x
Ive gone for the Speck Presido, I prefer the more rugged cases for my phone I feel I don't have to baby them around then.
Chose the speck because its thinner than the otterbox symmetry and a think looks better. Also beat out the Spigen tough armour because I didn't want a hole where the apple logo is
Chose the speck because its thinner than the otterbox symmetry and a think looks better. Also beat out the Spigen tough armour because I didn't want a hole where the apple logo is
Am I mistaken, or is Otterbox only offering the screenless version of Defender series? If so, I am not sure I like not having a screen protector.
I'd love to hear someone's opinion on which case I should get. My first and most favorite option is the Peel case, but I saw found some Caudabe cases I like, specifically the Sheath and Lucid Clear.
I also picked up a Product red case today, now that I know I scored a phone for next week.
I second Tech21 cases for anyone who is accident prone. My daughter had one on an iphone 5 and it lasted her 4 years, no cracks or damage, and she dropped it all the time. As soon as my son got a phone, it went in a tech21 case.
I second Tech21 cases for anyone who is accident prone. My daughter had one on an iphone 5 and it lasted her 4 years, no cracks or damage, and she dropped it all the time. As soon as my son got a phone, it went in a tech21 case.
Just ordered the UAG Monarch Carbon Fiber (only 19 left in stock) and the Otterbox Pursuit Series.
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Currently I have the following:
Spigen Thin Fit - Matte Black (on hand)
https://www.spigen.com/products/iphone-x-case-thin-fit
Apple Leather Folio - Cosmos Blue (2-3 weeks)
Will most likely grab a clear Spigen AirSkin or Peel Case as well as an Apple Silicon & Leather in the future. Just haven’t decided the color.
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This looks so liberating. I may follow suit after some reviews come in.
Spigen Thin Fit - Matte Black (on hand)
https://www.spigen.com/products/iphone-x-case-thin-fit
Apple Leather Folio - Cosmos Blue (2-3 weeks)
Will most likely grab a clear Spigen AirSkin or Peel Case as well as an Apple Silicon & Leather in the future. Just haven’t decided the color.
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This looks so liberating. I may follow suit after some reviews come in.
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For those wanting a Caudabe, I just got an email soon after I ordered mine (typical
CODE: IPHONETEN
Thank you! Ordered Lucid Clear for my Silver 256, Due Nov. 10.