Yeah I used to not rock a case when I had the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6S Plus. And even though I have AppleCare+ I can’t imagine walking around with my iPhone X without a case and screen protector Lol.
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Yeah I used to not rock a case when I had the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6S Plus. And even though I have AppleCare+ I can’t imagine walking around with my iPhone X without a case and screen protector Lol.
It's steel structure is so much more rigid and strong than the old bend-gate aluminum 6's.
True, but now that they’ve returned to glass being on the front AND back, I just don’t want to risk it. Also, the stainless steel doesn’t look good with scuffs/scratches
I’ve used a case and screen protector on every single iPhone I’ve owned including my iPhone X. Once the glass screen protector debuted I switched from the plastic one. iPhones have been getting more and more expensive and even with paying for AppleCare+, I don’t want to pay for and repairs, that could’ve been prevented. I like thick cases, and pretty much anything with color.
I tried that when I had the X but it was still too slippery and the tempered glass back that I applied was still not thick enough to protect that massively protruding camera bump. So I went back to using a case for it.
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I go naked with my X most of the time unless I am doing an outdoor activity or maybe traveling through airports in which case i use an Apple leather case. I have used Sena cases on my business iPhones previously so I can keep them on my belt.
I used to use Spigen type cases because they were clear and more affordable but I ended up with some scuffs on the 6/6S models where the cases rubbed on the aluminum over time. This may not be as much of an issue with the glass backed phones now.
Question: I paid over $900 for a 128GB iPhone 6s+. It has never seen a case. I never got Applecare+ for it and in October it will be three years. The phone is undamaged.
What repairs could have been prevented that paying AC+ for would have prevented in my case?
I think this is more likely the reason you use cases. Which is fine. Everyone likes what they like. The fact that a case "protects" you justifies your purchase and allows you to enjoy the above.
Steel looks great with a patina, of wear over time. The initial marks hurt, but once they develop into a wear pattern, it begins to look as expected.True, but now that they’ve returned to glass being on the front AND back, I just don’t want to risk it. Also, the stainless steel doesn’t look good with scuffs/scratches
https://willem.com/blog/2018-01-21_something-the-smartwatch-will-never-have-patina/
Yes, but I hate adding bulk, so I only use very thin and minimal ones, just to add a little grip and protect from basic bumps and scratches. Nothing that would protect it from a real drop onto a hard surface, so I avoid dropping my phone.
This was my issue and why I always used a case on my X. Then I got a dBrand skin. No case, no fingerprints.
Win win.
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My last few iPhones have had cases, including OtterBox. I tried my 6 with no case for awhile, but it kept slipping out of my shirt pocket and getting dinged, mostly on the corners.
I really like the looks of my iPhone X, and was pleased to find a clear, relatively thin case that seems to have decent drop protection. Plus it’s grippy. Being clear, I get to enjoy the iPhone’s aesthetic. A win-win, imho.
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I really like the looks of my iPhone X, and was pleased to find a clear, relatively thin case that seems to have decent drop protection. Plus it’s grippy. Being clear, I get to enjoy the iPhone’s aesthetic. A win-win, imho.
Speck Presidio Stay Clear
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Oh, I go naked.
But my phone does not.
(Anyone as clumsy as I am would also use a case.)
I used to go naked, but then got tired of always having to be conscious of setting my phone down on a soft surface everywhere all the time to not get scratches, now I use one of the ultra thin cases for basic scratch protection and it works fantastic for those purposes.
Always used PowerSupport crystal films for the screens (and back in the 4/4S days PowerSupport made crystal films for the back glass which I did use) back when screens were flat, have been using tempered glass edge to edge protectors since screens got curved with the 6.
Always used PowerSupport crystal films for the screens (and back in the 4/4S days PowerSupport made crystal films for the back glass which I did use) back when screens were flat, have been using tempered glass edge to edge protectors since screens got curved with the 6.
Definitely use a case and a screen protector. You never know if/when or how bad a drop will be. They wouldn't be called accidents if we knew we were gonna make them.
Water damage and the glass breaking. Even though I have AppleCare+ the price to get the glass replaced for both front and back I don’t want to pay for. Even though the front is cheaper than the back I still don’t want to pay for it.
Wondering if people on the forum mostly use a case on their iPhones. Thanks!
I've had every flagship model since the original iPhone.
I've never used a case, I never will. I enjoy the feel of the luxury device in my hand, I like interacting with the phone directly, rather than some piece of cheap $30 plastic. I follow a few simple rules that have long since become second nature and my phone stays in perfect condition all year long. I always get top re-sale value when it's time to upgrade (like it will be next week!).
I feel like these are just obsolete at this point with all the 0.35mm ultra thin cases around. Adhesive, crummy edges/cuts/crinkles, etc., just seems like such a sloppy solution compared to a nice form fitting 0.35mm case.
Irrespective of the phone model, I prefer a leather back and screen protector. Have owned a few but have never been a big case fan.
I disagree. It's less noticeable than a case, which is the point of using a skin. If you take your time and install it correctly, the edges aren't crummy. Also, while it does use adhesive there's no residue left over if/when you decide to remove it.