iPhone 17/e/Air/Pro/Pro Max Cases

[macher]

I thought I’d give the TechWoven a go for a couple of days since it’s been collecting dust for a bit. While I like the hand feel, form factor, buttons, and lack of fingerprints, this case provides only slightly more than scratch protection. Just the slightest pressure on either of the upper corners above the plateau easily pushes the case off the phone. Face down drops, particularly on one of these corners, would not end well. Nice case otherwise.

The Spigen Urban Fit is next. Right off the bat it has a much more secure fit on the phone. It’s also grippier.

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Yep I agree. I don’t consider the TW a case for drop protection. It does feel great in the hand though. No finger prints, no smudges, doesn’t scratch or doesn’t scratch easily.

For me that’s where the Sheath steps in. No finger prints, no smudges, doesn’t scratch or doesn’t scratch easily AND just as important drop protection compared to the TW.

If the TW had drop protection like the Sheath, then I’d be all in on the TW.

 

[michaeleatsbread]

Crap, I just ordered one of these 🙁 My luck, I'll probably get the same defective crap.
Are they shipping you a new one from China? Do you have to send this one back?

My initial order was shipped via YunExpress from Hong Kong, the replacement will probably be the same. They are having me send the defective case back as well. Support also told me they would be opening the packaging and sending me a video of the replacement's condition before shipping, which is a bit odd, but I guess it's to help guarantee the replacement isn't just messed up again.

Fingers crossed you get a good copy. Most of the newer designs aren't on Amazon unfortunately so you're forced to order directly from Pitaka. I'm probably going to avoid ordering direct going forward if I can help it as the return process was more annoying than it was worth.

 

[Meedoss]

Yep I agree. I don’t consider the TW a case for drop protection. It does feel great in the hand though. No finger prints, no smudges, doesn’t scratch or doesn’t scratch easily.

For me that’s where the Sheath steps in. No finger prints, no smudges, doesn’t scratch or doesn’t scratch easily AND just as important drop protection compared to the TW.

If the TW had drop protection like the Sheath, then I’d be all in on the TW.

What was the last case you dropped a phone in and the case came off?

My answer is SHEATH lol

 

[michaeleatsbread]

You did the right thing to push back. Some of these companies talk about “precision” and “perfection” in their marketing, yet they ship imprecise and imperfect products then gaslight the customer in an attempt to avoid a return. It’s not OK.

This is by no means unique to Pitaka (looking at you Caudabe)…

They absolutely do it knowing some customers won't push back on it. Way better to order on Amazon when possible for the hassle-free returns.

Their reply also tried to emphasize how the issue isn't going to affect the drop protection and usability, which although true, seriously misses the point of these cases. If I really wanted protection, I wouldn't have gone with one of the thinnest cases on the market..

 

[Itsedstech]

All this pitaka talk got me itching

 

[Hooterville]

Couple of Beaters 🤣

Black or Orange, who kicks the most @ss 🤔

 

[Hooterville]

My initial order was shipped via YunExpress from Hong Kong, the replacement will probably be the same. They are having me send the defective case back as well. Support also told me they would be opening the packaging and sending me a video of the replacement's condition before shipping, which is a bit odd, but I guess it's to help guarantee the replacement isn't just messed up again.

Fingers crossed you get a good copy. Most of the newer designs aren't on Amazon unfortunately so you're forced to order directly from Pitaka. I'm probably going to avoid ordering direct going forward if I can help it as the return process was more annoying than it was worth.

How long did it take to actually receive?

 

[Sal09]

Couple of Beaters 🤣

Black or Orange, who kicks the most @ss 🤔

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Black because thats what I ordered lol.