So, Beats case is nice, but definitely less scratches proof than Arc 😄. After a weekend with Beats case abrasions all around 😄.
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@JBlass421 Fixed the cc button bulge on the Montage pretty much by heating with hair dryer whilst pushing in (without phone installed), then put in freezer for 10 mins. 👍🏻
Benks should include those instructions with each case purchase. 😉
Maybe a couple minutes in the microwave would have helped also
After about a week with the Ryan London (with Camera Control) I’m in love. Best case I’ve used to date. I was using the Apple Silicone case beforehand which was very good too. But there’s something special about leather cases. Ryan London is the perfect minimalistic leather case for the iPhone. It doesn’t add to much bulk.
Worth adding to the first post?We now have another leather case with a CC button:
Belemay Leather Case for iPhone 16 Pro, Compatible with MagSafe [Camera Control Button] [Vintage Aesthetic] Premium Crazy Horse Leather, Unique Patina, Comfort Grip, Metal Buttons (6.3") Classic Brown
Crafted leather case compatible with the iPhone 16 Pro, our top grain leather Wrapped case works smoothly with Magsafe. It‘s made of waxed crazy horse style leather from USA, elegantly paired with soft microfiber lining. Enjoy its sleek design, complemented by sophisticated metal button...a.co
(BTW, where's the black colour version (P or PM)? Not on that link. 🤷♂️ — per post below):
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That’s because the crazy horse leather one doesn’t have a black version. This is the vegetable tanned leather option which comes in saddle brown and black. Here you go! 😉
Belemay Leather Case for iPhone 16 Pro Max, Compatible with MagSafe [Camera Control Button] [Luxury & Classy] Premium Full-Grain Vegetable-Tanned Leather, Rich Patina, Secure Grip Cover (6.9") Black
Belemay Leather Case Compatible with MagSafe, Full-Grain Vegetable-Tanned Leather, Metal Buttons & Camera Bezel - Slim Fit&Sleek- Luxury Phone Cover
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Thanks! Not in Amz UK right now, unfortunately.That’s because the crazy horse leather one doesn’t have a black version. This is the vegetable tanned leather option which comes in saddle brown and black. Here you go! 😉
Belemay Leather Case for iPhone 16 Pro Max, Compatible with MagSafe [Camera Control Button] [Luxury & Classy] Premium Full-Grain Vegetable-Tanned Leather, Rich Patina, Secure Grip Cover (6.9") Black
Belemay Leather Case Compatible with MagSafe, Full-Grain Vegetable-Tanned Leather, Metal Buttons & Camera Bezel - Slim Fit&Sleek- Luxury Phone Covera.co
When your one black comes, give us your pics and/or thoughts (vs. RL). 😉
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I don’t own the RL and never have so can’t give comparison thoughts unfortunately.
I’ll take some photos for sure.
I’m returning the Saddle Brown version if you saw my last post not sure the Black will be much different.
5-mins ago, my fake Apple 16PM black CC button leather case arrived!
The packaging is exactly like Apple's packaging, and the CC button looks perfect too. The only thing they did was stick some stickers over the Apple logo's on the box (easily removed); presumably so it didn't get stopped by customs as a fake or similar. Amazing and quite amusing really, in a good way, lol!
Will add pics/thoughts tmrw, as only got bad inside evening lights on right now.
The packaging is exactly like Apple's packaging, and the CC button looks perfect too. The only thing they did was stick some stickers over the Apple logo's on the box (easily removed); presumably so it didn't get stopped by customs as a fake or similar. Amazing and quite amusing really, in a good way, lol!
Will add pics/thoughts tmrw, as only got bad inside evening lights on right now.
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I got my blue one one. Whilst the case itself in terms of fit was good, buttons were good, the CC button was absolute garbage.
Attached a screenshot of a video I took to send it back.
Button looks stuck on and it didn’t work in the slightest
It sure seems that way. Add Nomad to the list.
Caudabe MUST be getting close. In one of their replies on Reddit (19 days ago), they stated that they are “working on their own solution for camera control”, and they even offered to send someone an updated case to try out in exchange for their “honest thoughts.” I emailed them and offered my honest thoughts for the new case, but just got the standard “Stay tuned…
” reply. IMO, it’s going to be a HUGE missed opportunity for them if Apple releases a new case first. Hopefully we get some info soon. I’m REALLY trying to hold out for a Paragon with CC button.
Exchanged Apple Clear Case for Stone Gray Silicone. Good balance of “gripness” and barely shows any smudges/lint.
The new Silicone cases are indeed way better than previous years but the case will still pick up quite a bit of lint during normal use especially from jeans.
Here we go...
As per @iFone88 – I agree. Good fit, black metal buttons decent enough, softer to push than Ryan London, bottom and camera cutouts good. The leather is a harder textured type, rather than RL's softer smooth type. Plastic lip around camera area vs. metal on RL. Bottom 'gap-gate' issue is better than RL, as the fake Apple is harder overall, but again I don't have a problem with my RL here anyway.
The Apple logo is not embossed as deep as previous legit leather Apple cases.
But the CC button is pretty flimsy and material looks plasticy. To get it to work you have to push it down quite a lot, then if it triggers the on-screen control, you can sort-of slide your finger about to get it to work...kind of...sort of...but nowhere near as good as the RL one for sure. The reason is the fake Apple has the button nearer the surface of the case, so pushing it down further is necessary, vs. the RL that already sits further down, so pushing and sliding is easier and more intuitive.
On a separate note, I notice the RL case's leather marks really easily, as mine is only a 2-3 weeks old and has gotten scratches; so a premium brand should consider a harder leather if doing one. Personally, I'm not overly concerned about these things, as it's a case so will get marked, but worth noting nonetheless.
• See pics (excuse the lint!) – fake Apple (left/bottom) / RL (right/top):
The more interesting thing is the near-exact Apple packaging, which is exactly like Apple's own leather boxes for previous years, and includes a guarantee booklet...just with updated info for the 16PM and dates ('2024' box/card insert / '2022' booklet)!
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While I wouldn't order it again, for £13, I'll still just keep the fake Apple but use the RL. Thanks. ;-)
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At least Nomad is pumping out $100. cables that nobody is going to buy