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The Supcase UB Grip is a heavy duty case with a Camera Control button cover.View attachment 2418189
Probably shouldn't have bought a case this early if I am not a fan of the notch cutout. View attachment 2418190
Otterbox Defender Series for 16Pro (14pro in case ONLY for reference showing how much space will be exposed)
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The Official Apple silicone cases have a sapphire button instead of a cutout but they aren't as durable.
(Reference) This case works seamlessly with Camera Control. It features a sapphire crystal, coupled to a conductive layer to communicate finger movements to the Camera Control.
iPhone 16 Pro Max 6.9 inch UB Grip MagSafe Camera Control Button Phone Case-Black
Guard your iPhone 16 Pro Max with a rugged phone case with a MagSafe ring stand and up to 20 ft. drop protection by SUPCASE.
I bought the clear and the clear/gray variants for my incoming White Ti PM 1TB. The camera control button cover has 46 tiny conductors embedded in it and looks exactly like the illustration in the item listing. I’m not too crazy about the rest of the case’s buttons as they are not clicky at all.
One person was concerned that the conductors might scratch the sapphire button on the phone. Does that seem like a possibility? I’d assumed the copper conductors wouldn’t be touching the button directly.
It does not appear that the copper conductors are touching the button directly but if it’s sapphire crystal there should be nothing to worry about. Actually, the only reason I want a button cover is to not trigger my OCD
Cool. That’s what I figured. Thanks for the info!It does not appear that the copper conductors are touching the button directly but if it’s sapphire crystal there should be nothing to worry about. Actually, the only reason I want a button cover is to not trigger my OCD
And like you, I’m team button cover. 😎👍🏼
Went to go compare cases at the Apple Store today after seeing they’re all in stock, only to find they’re in stock for online ordering and I wasn’t able to see them.
This one is good but a bit thicker than the similar Ringke Fusion. I usually don’t use a case because the add such awful bulk over naked.
This year, ESR came out with a thinner variant that is all TPU and I like it more than the usual hard back version:
And I won’t buy any case that puts hard plastic directly against the coated metal antenna, so not a fan of Apple’s clear case etc.
Copper scratches at a level 3 while Sapphire scratches at a level 9. So the iPhone’s camera control shouldn’t get scratched, unless it’s not really sapphire…??? 🤔
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i might be totally wrong but i don’t think the button is sapphire. i thought the apple case uses some type of sapphire crystal to pass the capacitance from your finger since it’s not really a button and doesn’t move in or out.
Is the grip on them really good? I really want a clear case too but I don't want these slippery sides. Considering to order it too. 🤔
I had the same experience with clear mous cases last year. They arrived all already scratched. So I went with a normal mous case
Got the spigen ultra hybrid for the pro max, the back has the texture of the lines in it. But for 20$ CAD…
Thank you. I did see this before and kept it in the back of my mind. I do have the apple clear case and will try it out and if it doesn’t work out for me, I’ll just have to check it in the drawer somewhere.
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Finally had the chance to look at Torras cases this afternoon and I must say im impressed at how good they are. These will definitely go into my case rotation.
I would have preferred a button or cover for new Camera Cutout but that has been the story with every other major brands trying to incorporate these new iPhone 16 changes and it might change in future.
Nonetheless these are solid cases with good drop protection and strong magnets especially the non stand versions.
We all know Torras is a solid and trusted brand.
My favourites are the Clear and 360 degrees Stand Case 😍.
I would have preferred a button or cover for new Camera Cutout but that has been the story with every other major brands trying to incorporate these new iPhone 16 changes and it might change in future.
Nonetheless these are solid cases with good drop protection and strong magnets especially the non stand versions.
We all know Torras is a solid and trusted brand.
My favourites are the Clear and 360 degrees Stand Case 😍.
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“But the new iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro are introducing a new, dedicated button just for this task. Called the Camera Button, it sits below the power button on the right side of the iPhone’s case, where your SIM card used to go. Covered in sapphire crystal, it’s both touch sensitive for swipes and tactile to allow you to press it like a shutter.“
The iPhone 16's new Camera Control button is about so much more than the camera
The new Apple Camera Control button is here for better ergonomics. And perhaps better AI.
I ordered cases and screen protectors from 4 small brands on Friday. All but Caudabe have sent a shipping notice. None have actually shipped but are boxed and ready to go out Monday with tracking. Possible that Caudabe does the same thing Monday but..