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SweetLou122

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Nov 3, 2011
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Wow cases seem to be all over the place in terms of quality for the 16 series.

What is the general consensus on the Gen 6 Phone Rebel? I avoided gen 5 for a few reasons, which seem to be addressed on the 6 (better molded fiber backplate and larger charging cutout). I already ordered one mostly because nothing else has been convincingly better.

Dbrand ghost 2.0 also pre-ordered as I had a 1.0, but who knows when and if that will ever ship.

Thought about an apple silicone only because it has the camera button, but really did not like the 15 series one and silicone cases in general.

Out of all the cases I tried for the 15pm, the Otterbox symmetry was my favorite by a wide margin. I just could not get past the huge cut out version they released that leaves a chunk of the screen exposed. If they do (as some have indicated here) release a CC button or even a better cutout version it will be an instant order.
 

Zensō

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Oct 9, 2015
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Wow cases seem to be all over the place in terms of quality for the 16 series.

What is the general consensus on the Gen 6 Phone Rebel? I avoided gen 5 for a few reasons, which seem to be addressed on the 6 (better molded fiber backplate and larger charging cutout). I already ordered one mostly because nothing else has been convincingly better.
The reports are good if you’re cutout agnostic. If you’re firmly in the anti-cutout camp the usual issues apply.

Thought about an apple silicone only because it has the camera button, but really did not like the 15 series one and silicone cases in general.
Initially, the finish is better than in years past, but once they wear in the same old drawbacks appear (lint, grease). As always, the lighter colors are more forgiving.

Out of all the cases I tried for the 15pm, the Otterbox symmetry was my favorite by a wide margin. I just could not get past the huge cut out version they released that leaves a chunk of the screen exposed. If they do (as some have indicated here) release a CC button or even a better cutout version it will be an instant order.
The Otterbox Lumen is essentially the same as the clear Symmetry. If you liked the clear Symmetry, you will probably like the Lumen. The buttons and grip are very good.

As of yet, there is no indication that they will be releasing a CC button version of the Symmetry in solid colors, only clear.
 
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SteveJawbs

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Oct 30, 2022
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Wow cases seem to be all over the place in terms of quality for the 16 series.

What is the general consensus on the Gen 6 Phone Rebel? I avoided gen 5 for a few reasons, which seem to be addressed on the 6 (better molded fiber backplate and larger charging cutout). I already ordered one mostly because nothing else has been convincingly better.

Dbrand ghost 2.0 also pre-ordered as I had a 1.0, but who knows when and if that will ever ship.

Thought about an apple silicone only because it has the camera button, but really did not like the 15 series one and silicone cases in general.

Out of all the cases I tried for the 15pm, the Otterbox symmetry was my favorite by a wide margin. I just could not get past the huge cut out version they released that leaves a chunk of the screen exposed. If they do (as some have indicated here) release a CC button or even a better cutout version it will be an instant order.
The Gen 6 is my GCOAT.

So luxurious and perfect. With a Mothica glass AG SP I am in iPhone heaven.

I don’t use the CC button so don’t care about cut out trauma others may feel.

Now I’m intrigued by Caudabe moonphase though. So beautiful looking.
 

skulls17

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Dec 13, 2020
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Post pics of Purple Sheath please.

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Here you go
 

thatappleguytoday

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Feb 9, 2006
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Lip pic please. 🙏🏿

Basically non existent…maybe a little raised in the corners. Either case manufacturers messed up the specs from the jump or screen protectors are thicker this year lol horrible either way

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Going with this Spigen crap today because it shows off the white perfectly and the side is flush with the CC button

UI9o2sQ.jpeg



ytrJzJU.jpeg
 

Hooterville

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Sep 24, 2012
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Basically non existent…maybe a little raised in the corners. Either case manufacturers messed up the specs from the jump or screen protectors are thicker this year lol horrible either way

0Qh7LQL.jpeg


Going with this Spigen crap today because it shows off the white perfectly and the side is flush with the CC button

UI9o2sQ.jpeg



ytrJzJU.jpeg
What screen protector are you using? Looks clean
 

zekkragnos

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Jun 24, 2010
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Nomad Magma Sport case in today and it's my favorite orange case to date. Tight fit, excellent buttons, slim, feels good in the hand ETC. The back is not as "Matte" as I would like and is still quite shiny & slippery. I'm an orange fiend, so I love it.
Here's few pics:
i just got this case and love it, would you mind sharing your wallpaper?
 

iFone88

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Oct 5, 2018
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Basically non existent…maybe a little raised in the corners. Either case manufacturers messed up the specs from the jump or screen protectors are thicker this year lol horrible either way

0Qh7LQL.jpeg


Going with this Spigen crap today because it shows off the white perfectly and the side is flush with the CC button

UI9o2sQ.jpeg



ytrJzJU.jpeg
Looking forward to getting my Paragon now!
 
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Zensō

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Basically non existent…maybe a little raised in the corners. Either case manufacturers messed up the specs from the jump or screen protectors are thicker this year lol horrible either way

0Qh7LQL.jpeg


Going with this Spigen crap today because it shows off the white perfectly and the side is flush with the CC button

UI9o2sQ.jpeg



ytrJzJU.jpeg
That’s a shame about the barely-there lip on the Paragon. I don’t mind zero lip on ultra-thin cases, but on heftier 40-50 gram cases a certain level of protection is assumed. This one was top of my list for when they add a camera control button, but I may have to rethink that now. Thanks.

Regarding the “cr@p” Spigen, somehow they’ve managed to get just about everything right on that case while their “high end” competitors can’t seem to get their act together this year. Kudos to Spigen for paying attention to those small (and not so small) details while keeping the price in the basement.
 

thatappleguytoday

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Feb 9, 2006
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Jacksonville, FL
That’s a shame about the barely-there lip on the Paragon. I don’t mind zero lip on ultra-thin cases, but on heftier 40-50 gram cases a certain level of protection is assumed. This one was top of my list for when they add a camera control button, but I may have to rethink that now. Thanks.

Regarding the “cr@p” Spigen, somehow they’ve managed to get just about everything right on that case while their “high end” competitors can’t seem to get their act together this year. Kudos to Spigen for paying attention to those small (and not so small) details while keeping the price in the basement.

I dont mean crap in a bad way. It was worded poorly. I love the case as it hits all the right buttons with what it offers at an unbeatable price.

The Paragon is so amazing but the cutout for the CC is so uncomfortable and it ruins the usability long term
 

SteveJawbs

macrumors regular
Oct 30, 2022
156
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Basically non existent…maybe a little raised in the corners. Either case manufacturers messed up the specs from the jump or screen protectors are thicker this year lol horrible either way

0Qh7LQL.jpeg


Going with this Spigen crap today because it shows off the white perfectly and the side is flush with the CC button

UI9o2sQ.jpeg



ytrJzJU.jpeg
Thanks.

The PR G6 is not flush on the sides. Raised corners are perfect.

I’ve always used thin power support SP so the glass Mothica is like 5 of those in width.

But the fit is flawless for the G6.

I guess the lip is too low for a thicker glass SP.

Love the white moonphase case look though.

I would buy it off amazon to see it but not directly.

Still in love with the G6.

But always looking out for a mistress.
 
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