My delivery is coming quicker than expected! My 15 Pro Max Amethyst case is out for delivery, here's to hoping the buttons are tactile and there's no visible MagSafe ring on the back.
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Caudabe did it again! The buttons are tactile enough for me for a TPU case with no dedicated buttons, and there’s no MagSafe ring visible on my case in any light. I was nervous after hearing and seeing some other people’s experiences.
I'm a case guy, I used to buy 10+ cases for my iPhones back in the day. I loved my Caudabe Sheath for the 14 Pro so much, that I had a handful of cases and kept coming back to the Sheath as much as I liked the appearance of other cases. The Sheath just always felt so right in the hand. I think I'll be good with the Sheath as my main case again this go round along with a clear one.
Here’s my Blue Titanium 15 Pro Max in the Amethyst Caudabe Sheath! I love this combo, but I'm not sure the lighting does the pairing justice. Funny enough, my 15 Pro Max with the Caudabe Sheath feels much lighter than my 14 Pro with the same case on. The weight re-distribution on the 15 Pro series was very well done.
I'm a case guy, I used to buy 10+ cases for my iPhones back in the day. I loved my Caudabe Sheath for the 14 Pro so much, that I had a handful of cases and kept coming back to the Sheath as much as I liked the appearance of other cases. The Sheath just always felt so right in the hand. I think I'll be good with the Sheath as my main case again this go round along with a clear one.
Here’s my Blue Titanium 15 Pro Max in the Amethyst Caudabe Sheath! I love this combo, but I'm not sure the lighting does the pairing justice. Funny enough, my 15 Pro Max with the Caudabe Sheath feels much lighter than my 14 Pro with the same case on. The weight re-distribution on the 15 Pro series was very well done.
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Your experience sounds just like mine. It's a great case. I have to admit I'm still splitting time between the Sheath and the Synthesis. There are just so many things I like about both of them. Makes it tough to choose.
I completely agree with you on the weight distribution. It's insane to me how the Pros feel so much lighter this year.
I don't have the MagSafe ring indent on mine or maybe I'm not looking at it in the right lighting. But from the photos I've seen of people posting, it feels like much ado about nothing. Even if I had it, I wouldn't be bothered by it. Case still looks fire and that doesn't affect how it works.
Is anyone using a camera protector with their Sheath? I’m thinking of buying a camera protector (the kind that does not cover the lens) with a Sheath.
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You don’t need it, looks rubbish as well x
I finally received my second Sheath through the coupon I used almost a month ago. Both versions ended up being button versions even though once should have been the cutout version. The second case is every so slightly different in that while I can feel the Magsafe ring through the back I can feel it less than the first case. It's subtle but enough that I'll be making the second case the one I swap to when switching cases.
The Lucid Clear Celestial Blue does not feel any different from the White version. It’s of course bulkier than without MagSafe. I’m on the fence about keeping it or returning it. This year I have went caseless more than with a case. I’m currently using a popsocket with a bumper.
My cousin just ordered two 15 PM Sheath's, one for him and one for me.
We used the 30% off code, plus we got free shipping and no additional taxes.
He lives in London, I'm in Italy instead but there will be a classic family reunion for Christmas so I'll get my case once I'll be there.
We don't have the phones yet, we should get them together when we meet next month.
He went for the purple and I went for the gray as I'm planning to get the natural titanium (blue titanium for him).
Never had a Sheath or any other Caudabe case before, I hope it's a good one.
For 30% off and free shipping it was worth to try imho, then I can always get something else to alternate.
We used the 30% off code, plus we got free shipping and no additional taxes.
He lives in London, I'm in Italy instead but there will be a classic family reunion for Christmas so I'll get my case once I'll be there.
We don't have the phones yet, we should get them together when we meet next month.
He went for the purple and I went for the gray as I'm planning to get the natural titanium (blue titanium for him).
Never had a Sheath or any other Caudabe case before, I hope it's a good one.
For 30% off and free shipping it was worth to try imho, then I can always get something else to alternate.
How do I like this comment 100x? I have no clue why people use camera lens protectors. Those lenses are incredibly tough. There's no need. If there were, we'd see way more complaints about it considering the lenses basically hit whatever surface you place your phone on. The lenses are much tougher than the back and front glass of the body of the phone. All you really need is a case that has a slight lip to minimize impact and you'll be fine.
Good choice with the gray Sheath on the natural titanium. That combination is beautiful.
Those of you with both the sheath and the synthesis, why do most people prefer the synthesis this year? Can’t find a straight answer.
I have both. Reasons I prefer the Synthesis:
- I love the slightly tighter fit, it makes it feel less like a case and more like an extension of the phone, if that makes any sense.
- Cutouts are more precise.
- Material is harder than the Sheath and feels really good in the hand.
- No visible MagSafe ring.
- Significantly stronger magnets.
- Better grip because of the dots on the sides. The dots also just feel really nice to run your fingers over, which I know is super weird, but it’s satisfying for some reason haha.
Thanks! The dots thing is not weird at all. I have the Gripmunk case and the grooves on the side are super satisfying to hold.
Neither case really adds bulk, but if any it would be the Sheath that feels more bulky.
If I remember correctly, the Sheath is actually 2 or 3 grams heavier than the Synthesis.
I actually find the synthesis to be a little bigger but lighter.
It’s a toss up tbh, neither feel bulky to me, but I feel like the Sheath is slightly, and very slightly more bulky.
I originally had a black sheath for my 15 pro max but the MagSafe ring became more visible over time so I emailed them for a replacement. They then sent me a replacement blue one that had damage on the action button. Emailed them again, got another replacement blue case, and yet again the action button is damaged. What a joke, I’m officially done with Caudabe if this is the kind of quality control they have and asked them for a refund. On top of it, they take 5 days to respond to emails cause they can’t handle the launch volume- just an easy way to lose a customer really.
Picture below, not sure how it’s possible to have this poor of QC, but I’m done wasting my time with them. Time to use the phone naked and just enjoy it with AppleCare.
Picture below, not sure how it’s possible to have this poor of QC, but I’m done wasting my time with them. Time to use the phone naked and just enjoy it with AppleCare.
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Form factor is very important to me. I prefer cases that are ~1mm and thinner. And also light and not boxy. For example, I currently have the dbrand ghost case which is 1.2mm (and very light) and the Pitaka MagEZ 4 which is .85mm. If I needed max drop protection, I’d probably get the MagEZ Pro 4 even though it is thicker (1.65mm) than my preference. I’ve also had previous versions of the Apple Silicone case. Decent form factor there.
It appears that the Synthesis has the slight edge over the Sheath. How do they compare in terms of form factor vs. cases that I’ve have/had?
It appears that the Synthesis has the slight edge over the Sheath. How do they compare in terms of form factor vs. cases that I’ve have/had?
I just got my Sheath and the volume and action buttons are super mushy. They make no noise at all when clicked. The power button is very clicky and makes a click sound. Is this rhe design or have I got a defective unit?
Nope, unfortunately Caudabe messed up this year with the buttons. Specifically the action button was pretty terrible on all 3 I tried. Seems like they were late to the game trying to figure out the action button- which is why they didn’t even have the cases with it at first, and then most likely rushed it out as they knew people wanted it. And yes, had to try 3 different Sheaths since all 3 had defects somehow with damage. I’m pretty much done with Caudabe now, can’t really trust them at this point. They also won’t let you leave a negative review on their site, which is incredibly shady.