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Bellroy has a new venture phone case which looks quite interesting.
But there’s a cut out for the camera control button.
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But there’s a cut out for the camera control button.
Venture Phone Case | Phone Case for iPhone 16 Pro Max & iPhone 16 Pro | Bellroy
Premium feel meets rugged performance – this MagSafe phone case for iPhone gives you the confidence to ride the bumps and focus on what matters most.
Yeah, this is exactly what I was wondering when I saw the two takes on a cutout across various cases. I had a feeling there was a reason for such a huge cutout on some. Maybe it'll just come down to personal preference as always!
Not sure why it feels like we're reinventing the wheel here though, since Android phones (and thus cases) have apparently had this going on for a while.
Wow so even the otterbox cactus and defender have the cut out … why would anyone buy a case with a cut out if apple can do it covered ? I may stick with the silicone and clear case until manufacturers fix the cases…
Got my Pitaka Woven and ESR armorlite cases shipped and be here tomorrow. After getting this set with my 15 pro it's going to be my standard for a bit.
I puchased this one for the 16 Pro Max. I have one on my 13 Pro Plus and really like it. The thin cutout near the charging port isn't flexable like others I've had. The magnets are very strong as well.
TORRAS Magnetic for iPhone 16 Pro Max Case
And, this screen protector. I've used this brand for quite a few phones and I've never had a problem. I have Symmetry OCD and these screen line up perfectly during install. They are cheap too. They will have coupon codes sometimes that make a 2-pack under $5.
amFilm Auto-Alignment OneTouch for iPhone 16 Pro Max [6.9''] Screen Protector + Camera Lens Protector
TORRAS Magnetic for iPhone 16 Pro Max Case
And, this screen protector. I've used this brand for quite a few phones and I've never had a problem. I have Symmetry OCD and these screen line up perfectly during install. They are cheap too. They will have coupon codes sometimes that make a 2-pack under $5.
amFilm Auto-Alignment OneTouch for iPhone 16 Pro Max [6.9''] Screen Protector + Camera Lens Protector
I had planned on going spigen but they’ve got awful cut outs for the thin fit and liquid air where they seem to have just removed the back lip of the case.
It looks like apple and otterbox are the only real choices. I always find silicone cases too slippery though.
Largest iPhone ever in a bar of soap case doesn’t appeal to me.
The ringke cut out isn’t bad at all though.
It looks like apple and otterbox are the only real choices. I always find silicone cases too slippery though.
Largest iPhone ever in a bar of soap case doesn’t appeal to me.
The ringke cut out isn’t bad at all though.
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Heavily considering the Mous Clarity 3.0 for my iPhone 16 Pro Max. Never owned a Mouse, but it reminds me of the Phone Rebel (they don’t make clear cases this year) and the Ghost (drama!)
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Spent around 300 EUR worth of cases last year, so better make a good decision in one time. I will give it some thought.
MagSafe® Compatible Clear Phone Case - Clarity 3.0
Crystal-clear protection in a newly refined design. Clarity 3.0 brings together impact-absorbing materials and MagSafe® compatibility in a sleeker, thinner design.
Spent around 300 EUR worth of cases last year, so better make a good decision in one time. I will give it some thought.
This is the one I bought for that same reason. More up front, but if it's as nice as it looks, it's worth it. Plus, they did a product video where they changed a lot from the Clarity 2.0. I didn't have that either, but it seems like a lot of the largest criticisms (thicker, not much camera protection, glossy and slippery) were addressed in the 3.0.Heavily considering the Mous Clarity 3.0 for my iPhone 16 Pro Max. Never owned a Mouse, but it reminds me of the Phone Rebel (they don’t make clear cases this year) and the Ghost (drama!)
MagSafe® Compatible Clear Phone Case - Clarity 3.0
Crystal-clear protection in a newly refined design. Clarity 3.0 brings together impact-absorbing materials and MagSafe® compatibility in a sleeker, thinner design.
Spent around 300 EUR worth of cases last year, so better make a good decision in one time. I will give it some thought.
Yeah, that is the one I was zeroing in on as well until I can get comfortable that Nomad knows what they are doing with the leather cases for this series. Affordable but apparently very well respected. Can you tell whether that's a cutout or a capacitive cover for the CC button? Looks like a cover...
Yeah, that is the one I was zeroing in on as well until I can get comfortable that Nomad knows what they are doing with the leather cases for this series. Affordable but apparently very well respected. Can you tell whether that's a cutout or a capacitive cover for the CC button? Looks like a cover...
That's a really nice case. I would consider it for the price. However, again, does it have a conductive layer in the camera control to communicate finger gestures? Companies are not coming out and putting that in their specs.
They are cut outs on the Torras.
The Spigen Tough Armor T has a button if you like that case. The previous gens had a hole for the Apple logo, always put me off.
Not on Amazon Uk yet. There's a cut out version also.
The Spigen Tough Armor T has a button if you like that case. The previous gens had a hole for the Apple logo, always put me off.
Not on Amazon Uk yet. There's a cut out version also.
It really looks like it in the photo but, as much detail as they provide about the case, I see no mention. I'll take one for the team and get one delivered today. Will report back.
Yeah, that is the one I was zeroing in on as well until I can get comfortable that Nomad knows what they are doing with the leather cases for this series. Affordable but apparently very well respected. Can you tell whether that's a cutout or a capacitive cover for the CC button? Looks like a cover...
From what I can tell in the pic it has a little indent and not fully flush with the button. I'll have it today so I'll take a pic and post it here.
Its a cut-out https://torraslife.com/products/guardian-magsafe-case-for-iphone-16-series?variant=40580069064746#Yeah, that is the one I was zeroing in on as well until I can get comfortable that Nomad knows what they are doing with the leather cases for this series. Affordable but apparently very well respected. Can you tell whether that's a cutout or a capacitive cover for the CC button? Looks like a cover...
Excellent. Look forward to it.
Here is something everyone in this thread should be paying attention to. I don't think it is being stressed enough
Don't Buy an iPhone 16 Case Yet. Here's What to Look for First
Apple added a new button to the iPhone 16 series. That makes buying a case a bit more complicated.
Anyone know if any footage of the Apple cases online? I really want to see what Stone Grey looks like.
More info about the CC cover on the Supcase UB Grip:
