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JBlass421

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Oct 29, 2019
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So my replacement Sheath and Synthesis (action button version) arrived today and they decided to ship out the action button cutout version!

I am so disappointed as I was totally looking forward to the revised versions. I’m sure they will make it right but now to wait for a response and wait for the shipment again…

In other news though I only had the Synthesis so far and just got a Sheath and I have to say it is very nice this year and I love it!

I’ll be going back and forth between the two but for now this Sheath will be staying on my phone for a little while lol

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Hooterville

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Sep 24, 2012
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So my replacement Sheath and Synthesis (action button version) arrived today and they decided to ship out the action button cutout version!

I am so disappointed as I was totally looking forward to the revised versions. I’m sure they will make it right but now to wait for a response and wait for the shipment again…

In other news though I only had the Synthesis so far and just got a Sheath and I have to say it is very nice this year and I love it!

I’ll be going back and forth between the two but for now this Sheath will be staying on my phone for a little while lol

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I'm confused, what had the button version already and they shipped you the cutout as replacements?
 
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plushboringfrog

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Sep 16, 2023
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I’m using the Smatish Gripmunk while I wait for Benks to replace my Armor Pro. The rattling buttons are just too annoying. I hear them when I tap the top of my screen! Hopefully the replacement they send doesn’t rattle.

I think I prefer the Gripmunk either way. The grip makes it feel way better in my hand. I was excited to try an aramid case but maybe they aren’t for me. Also waiting on a grey Sheath.
 

AE14

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Jul 9, 2013
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I’m using the Smatish Gripmunk while I wait for Benks to replace my Armor Pro. The rattling buttons are just too annoying. I hear them when I tap the top of my screen! Hopefully the replacement they send doesn’t rattle.

I think I prefer the Gripmunk either way. The grip makes it feel way better in my hand. I was excited to try an aramid case but maybe they aren’t for me. Also waiting on a grey Sheath.
How’s the back of the gripmunk? Previous versions were very scratch prone.
 
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VSMacOne

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Oct 18, 2008
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You're OK with the fit? They go on easy, but they also don't stay on very well in my experience. Over time, it's just easy for a corner to pop out.
Last year they had horrible fit but they seem to be much improved this year. I haven’t had any issues with corners coming off.
 

MrGrim999

macrumors member
Sep 14, 2023
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Anyone know if either OtterBox commuter or defender MagSafe come with the rubber outer shell or are they all the smooth slippery plastic?
 

TNThomas

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Feb 12, 2012
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Has anyone tried Burga cases? It’s hard to find actual reviews of this brand, but my girlfriend loves the look and considers buying one.
 

Hooterville

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Sep 24, 2012
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Caudabe Sheath with the action button in today. Fine case and I do not find the action button mushy at all.
Guess, my action button Synthesis got waylaid and will not be here until Tuesday :(
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rulymammoth

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Jun 8, 2015
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Caudabe Sheath with the action button in today. Fine case and I do not find the action button mushy at all.
Guess, my action button Synthesis got waylaid and will not be here until Tuesday :(
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Nice pics! Looks great. I should take some of mine, but I'm just too lazy, haha. I said in another thread that I got mine today too. Both Sheath and Synthesis. Mine are great too. Love having the button on my action button (but truth be told, I was fine with the cutout version). Now my biggest dilemma is whether to use the Sheath or the Synthesis. I've always been a Sheath guy, but I'm so used to the Synthesis grip now.
 

dotatoc

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Oct 22, 2020
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Caudabe Sheath with the action button in today. Fine case and I do not find the action button mushy at all.
Guess, my action button Synthesis got waylaid and will not be here until Tuesday :(
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Do you prefer the Sheath over your Symmetry?
 

UcanTry

macrumors newbie
Nov 6, 2020
18
36
Look what apple had.





lol jk but they look identical to my older leather cases. Feel is little different and we shall see how they hold up.
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UcanTry

macrumors newbie
Nov 6, 2020
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I ordered one of these from ebay! I actually like it. I'm not too nitpicky, and it really looks, feels, and fits like the  leather cases did! Longevity.....we'll see I guess.
I just took side by side to my 12 max pro with the real one. Look pretty alike.
 

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UcanTry

macrumors newbie
Nov 6, 2020
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Can you please share a link to where you purchase them? Aliexpress or eBay?

Took about 7 days to arrive

Make sure to change the model for the phone they were 12 dollars.

Just found this amazing item on AliExpress. Check it out! $8.96 68% Off | Original Apple Leather With Magsafe Case For iPhone 15 Pro Max 14 Pro Max Plus 14Pro 15Pro Case Wireless Charging Magnetic Cover
 
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