lol you asked me the same thing last year. It’s DuoLingo streak count. Exclamation means I need to do a lesson and when done it shows my streak count. Gotta keep up with the languages.
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Yep the Frosty Flex is my go to case until the Aramid version drops. Don’t have to deal with the camera control nonsense. With the Max being even bigger this year, this case feels so good in the hand. Not for everyone, but for my needs, it’s top shelf
TLDR: There are other cases with more sturdy front lip protection.
It's a good question, though, and deserves more than a yes/no.
I would say, yes the Benks ArmorAir case does have a front lip, although there are other cases where this lip is more pronounced.
When I hold the phone flat and level to my eyes, I spot the faintest lip running across the length and breadth
of the phone (approx 1mm)...but in a clever design touch, the lip is more upraised on the 4 corners (perhaps around 1.5mm)...which I guess is a good way to ensure functionality and reduce bulk.
I did watch a YT review where the tester noted that if he were to add a screen protector, the screen would then be level with the lip....although I think the lip on the corners would still be functional.
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To be honest that’s not really very clear and doesn’t actually state they’re going to add a capacitive cover. I’ll reserve judgement until those revised cases are available and see what kind of revision they’ve done. I do like that case otherwise but won’t be getting it unless they add a capacitive cover. 🤔
Amazon extended the delivery time on the frost black Ultra Hybrid T for the third time so I cancelled the order. Also not that excited about the Lumen after a few days; it feels too plasticky/slimey so it’s going back. With so few options with a CC cover, it’s going to take something special to displace the Apple, so I’m done for now. Have fun!
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I refuse to buy any cases that have a cutout. Of the handful of cases that currently have a cover for the camera control button the only one I like is the Spigen Ultra Hybrid T MagSafe which is the one I have. I also am not keen on buying several cases either and want to stick to just a couple. As I already have a clear case I’d like to get a solid colour one that has the cover, isn’t open at the bottom or made of leather and goes well with my White Titanium.
That does suck. I’m sorry to hear that. I was lucky enough to get the clear version with the white MagSafe ring on the Saturday the day after I got my phone which was release day. It does seem like it’s in short supply in all three variations. I’ve seen them available on the Spigen site but they charge more plus you have to pay for shipping. I got mine from Amazon so I paid a lot less and got free shipping.
Yea I just ordered this. Thanks for the pics to push me over the edge, lol.Yep the Frosty Flex is my go to case until the Aramid version drops. Don’t have to deal with the camera control nonsense. With the Max being even bigger this year, this case feels so good in the hand. Not for everyone, but for my needs, it’s top shelf
I LOVED the way it looked with the Desert Ti... but the case is rough where the clear meets the black sides. Scratches against my hand every time I hold the phone. Became a deal breaker for me after a day.
Curious how this is working out for you! Ordered the minimal Sunset version to try out as well.Finally in the house …can’t try it out until tonight however as my phone had an issue and picking up a new whitey tonight from the Apple Store
Feels a lot more refined however over the boxy version last year
In difference in quality from Pitaka and Benks? At least that you can notice?
Is the consensus from most that the cutout on the Caudabe cases are not great? It seems like most people who I’ve read say they don’t mind it are mostly of the mind of ignoring the button.
This is my first year trying this case and im really liking it so far! I moved from the Pro to Pro Max so it’s nice keeping it as minimal as I can. I did order a rebel Air too to try that out if I need something extra since the price seems goodYep the Frosty Flex is my go to case until the Aramid version drops. Don’t have to deal with the camera control nonsense. With the Max being even bigger this year, this case feels so good in the hand. Not for everyone, but for my needs, it’s top shelf
Do the metal buttons touch the iPhone buttons directly? Does it scratch the iPhone buttons?
I have the Apple silicone ultramarine for my 16 PM. Put it on today and noticed a seam on the side in the middle. Very evident on the middle side of each case and faintly along the entire edge of the phone. It’s as if there was a front and back half fused together. Not a fan of that. Ordered another to see if it has the same issue. Never seen this before with their cases.
I think they have backing on them but I went ahead and tried to make some button shaped stickers to put on my iPhone buttons lol
I think the cutout on the Sheath is fine. It allows access to the CC button and is slightly "ramped" at either end to accommodate swiping. It's also thick enough around the CC that I don't accidentally trigger it when grabbing/holding the phone. I can use the button easily, but it has to be a deliberate (as in, not accidental) motion.
If you just plain hate cutouts, it's probably going to be terrible for you no matter what. If you don't mind cutouts, it's a well designed one IMO.
The Benks and Pitaka feel very similar in quality. Pitaka’s higher price tag doesn’t offer higher quality over the Benks.