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Jaggrey

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Sep 7, 2015
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I just bought and retuned. I found the grip to be nonexistent. There’s texture but it doesn’t do much in my opinion. As this thread goes, everyone’s experience is different but know it’s not perfect.
That’s what I figured. I tried it a few years ago and it was slick despite the texture.
Good imo, back is slippery and same as OB Symmetry feel, sides are good. Check out TT's video he nails it, exactly as he says.

Thanks for the link. I’ll check it out!
 

Knowlege Bomb

macrumors G4
Feb 14, 2008
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Is the bottom open?
Nope. Precision drilled holes. Much less room for lint/grit/hair to get in.

If you’re looking for open bottom, Bullstrap gets my vote. Their leather is lovely and they have the MagSafe variety for folks like me that use and love it.
 

LFC2020

macrumors P6
Apr 4, 2020
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Cloud blue? Looks nice!
Yep, matches the pacific blue iPhone nicely, looks a little more baby blue in person, hard to get the color on camera.

Was a free replacement since my deep navy silicone case kept popping off the phone on the corners, this one pops off as well 🥺 at least it doesn’t show dust and lint like the dark colored silicone cases. 😃
 
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LFC2020

macrumors P6
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No more cases for me until September. I want my 12 Pro Max to feel new again once the new iPhones launch. I even thought about buying a few skins to change the color temporarily.
Same here, got 3 apple cases already 🤦‍♂️😂

My 12 pro max feels extra new after getting my deep navy case replaced for a cloud blue case and a screen replacement for green tint. 💃🕺😃😂
 

StaceyMJ86

macrumors demi-goddess
Sep 22, 2015
8,479
14,902
Washington, DC
Same here, got 3 apple cases already

My 12 pro max feels extra new after getting my deep navy case replaced for a cloud blue case and a screen replacement for green tint.

I’ve been buying off brand silicon cases that match the Apple silicon cases and I been switching them every other day. I can’t keep a case on my phone more 2-3 days at a time. Right now I’m using my clear Spigen Ultra Hyrid case and will probably switch back to my Caudabe Electric Blue case tomorrow . I have about 12 cases for my Pro Max. The temptation to not buy a new case is so hard
 

heyyitssusan

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Feb 9, 2014
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I’ve been buying off brand silicon cases that match the Apple silicon cases and I been switching them every other day. I can’t keep a case on my phone more 2-3 days at a time. Right now I’m using my clear Spigen Ultra Hyrid case and will probably switch back to my Caudabe Electric Blue case tomorrow . I have about 12 cases for my Pro Max. The temptation to not buy a new case is so hard
I think I’m content for my now with my pistachio, especially since I also have Capri, Deep Navy and Cyprus Green.
 

heyyitssusan

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Feb 9, 2014
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I really like the Capri Blue silicon case. Blue is my favorite color, and that blue is the perfect color. I may cave in eventually and buy the Capri Blue from Apple.
You should, it’s my favorite blue that apple’s ever come out with. I even got the band recently and vibrancy is just 😍
 
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heyyitssusan

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It’s the one color I can see myself spending $49 on and being satisfied.
For sure!! It’s worth it. I know you normally buy direct from Apple and I do too but I bought my pistachio from amazon with no issues. If you have an Amason gift card or a credit card that offers you points to use at amazon you can get some $ off it as well so you don’t have to spend the whole $49.

I think I got my Capri for $25 and pistachio for $22. Deep Navy and Cyprus around the same prices also.
 
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StaceyMJ86

macrumors demi-goddess
Sep 22, 2015
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For sure!! It’s worth it. I know you normally buy direct from Apple and I do too but I bought my pistachio from amazon with no issues. If you have an Amason gift card or a credit card that offers you points to use at amazon you can get some $ off it as well so you don’t have to spend the whole $49.

I think I got my Capri for $25 and pistachio for $22. Deep Navy and Cyprus around the same prices also.

I don’t know why I never thought to look at Amazon for the silicon case. They don’t have the Capri Blue nor the Electric Orange.
 

heyyitssusan

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Feb 9, 2014
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I don’t know why I never thought to look at Amazon for the silicon case. They don’t have the Capri Blue nor the Electric Orange.
Hmm, very odd. the 12/12 Pro have all the colors available except for the new summer release. I just looked in the pro Max section and you’re right. Wonder if it’s sold out for that color.
 

Jaggrey

macrumors 6502a
Sep 7, 2015
996
577
Pembroke Pines, FL
Anybody seen this happen before with their Phone Rebel case? This happened with my wife’s iPhone 12 case.
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I emailed them and they said they haven’t seen this before. And apparently their cases have no warranty, only a 15 day return policy, which is news to me. They did offer a credit off the next purchase.

Not sure if I’ll take them up on that.
 

LFC2020

macrumors P6
Apr 4, 2020
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Wow that's BS. Most brand name case manufacturers would gladly send you a brand new one in the mail if they saw something like that.
Agree, I walked into a apple store and they gladly replaced my 8 month old deep navy silicone case for a different case, since the phone was always popping out of the case, they even offered me a refund which was awesome considering the case was purchased 8 month ago.
 

heyyitssusan

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Feb 9, 2014
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Anybody seen this happen before with their Phone Rebel case? This happened with my wife’s iPhone 12 case.
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I emailed them and they said they haven’t seen this before. And apparently their cases have no warranty, only a 15 day return policy, which is news to me. They did offer a credit off the next purchase.

Not sure if I’ll take them up on that.
That’s crazy. Their website even says to provide 2 photos showing defect. Should be an automatic replacement, no questions asked.
 

iFone88

macrumors 68030
Oct 5, 2018
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Anybody seen this happen before with their Phone Rebel case? This happened with my wife’s iPhone 12 case.
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I emailed them and they said they haven’t seen this before. And apparently their cases have no warranty, only a 15 day return policy, which is news to me. They did offer a credit off the next purchase.

Not sure if I’ll take them up on that.
No warranty. That is shocking.

Almost as shocking as his inability to get cases out in a decent time frame. The next to iPhone will be out by the time he releases the Flex series.
 

Hooterville

macrumors 603
Sep 24, 2012
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10,188
Finally got this Damascus. Actually really like the Grip case; almost got Damascus skin on perfect. One little miffed up spot below camera. Not putting camera lens part on. Looks delicious with my blue phone.

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Nice Kitchen, Dude !
Damascus already retired and a collectors item. :oops:
 
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SpaceshipEarth81

macrumors newbie
Jun 23, 2021
29
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How is the grip on the Synthesis? I tried it years ago and found that it wasn’t even as grippy as their own Sheath. I’ve been using the dbrand Grip so now I’m used to that level of grip, although I know most cases won’t be on that level.
The added texture strips on the side of the case really gives it more than enough grip. This has been my daily driver since it arrived at my door and its made me put all other cases either up for sale or in a closet. The only thing that could dethrone this case for me is if they do in fact come out with a 12PM MagSafe Sheath now that I see they have one for the 12 and 12P
 
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