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Itsedstech

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And they said this lol
 

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justinf77

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My Sheath magnet seems quite strong, it has no problem picking up the Anker cube which is pretty heavy!

My only nitpicks about the Sheath are the action button (not very clicky) and the slight circular indent from MagSafe. But these are very minor and I’m in love with the feel, fit, and look of the case. The gray Sheath on natural titanium might be my favorite combo ever.

Only case left that I’m dying to try is the Pitaka MagEZ Pro, but if it feels similar enough to the Benks one then I’m out. Benks was my first time trying an aramid fiber case and I think it’s not for me, I don’t love the feel and the fingerprints.

I do have an Apple clay silicone case on the way just to see what it’s like, because the photos in this thread convinced me to get it haha. Will be shocked if it beats out the Sheath though.
 

Zensō

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Hey guys asking again as I noticed some more folks with the Nomad Rugged - is anyone having issues with the action button? I have the ultra orange for my 15 Pro and the action button on the Rugged feels stuck and makes activating the actual action button too easy (overly sensitive).
I have a black and an orange, no issue with the buttons on either. Sounds like a warranty exchange is in order.
 
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seaguy

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Has anybody tried the Pelican Protector Clear case? I ordered the Ranger Series and its awful. I wanted more bulk to protect the screen, but not as much as the Voyager.

Otherwise I'm looking for the best protective clear case if anybody has recommendations.
 

itsmehuey

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I have a black and an orange, no issue with the buttons on either. Sounds like a warranty exchange is in order.
thank you - I have requested a return via the online store I purchased from. Thinking whether to try to organise a new order for it - I love the orange. Just don't want to run into the same issue with the action button.
 
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zekkragnos

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This is the latest one I got and Iove it. Aulumu Vegan Leather case.

 

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VaderRulez

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So I put on the Phone Rebel Gen 5. I did not keep it on for long but I am having mixed feelings about it. Will have to give is a little time but my initial thought was the improved grip was kind of nice, but other than that, I feel like it is missing something. I just can't quite put my finger on it though.

I had forgotten but I also ordered a fake Apple leather case off if eBay. It is ok, but it fits extremely tight. Will need to give both a chance. If anything I will keep the fake leather and see if I can send back the PR Gen 5. Then perhaps I need to more seriously look into Caudabe, Nomad, or Otterbox.
 

roflc0pter

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Man I’m going through all type of cash switches over here. It’s really hard to let go of the natural titanium with the Grey Sheath.
Caudabe did add the Grey color option to the Synthesis just recently ;)

Based on your Sheath review, I think the magnets will be slightly stronger on the Synthesis
 
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VaderRulez

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This is the latest one I got and Iove it. Aulumu Vegan Leather case.


I like it. How is the grip, and the buttons?
 

Joe123Joe

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This is the latest one I got and Iove it. Aulumu Vegan Leather case.

I posted about this a week or so ago. I was tempted to give it a try but I already am waiting on an Andar Aspen coming early November… how do you like it? Buttons and overall shape reminds me of the Apple leather… any dislikes so far?
 

zekkragnos

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I posted about this a week or so ago. I was tempted to give it a try but I already am waiting on an Andar Aspen coming early November… how do you like it? Buttons and overall shape reminds me of the Apple leather… any dislikes so far?
I had the Andar on preorder and I canceled it. I also have the white leather moft case which I like but this one feels better to me, grippier. I wish the buttons were as clicky as my Benks Armor Pro but they are fine and not hard to click. Overall I like it a lot.
 
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VaderRulez

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I can only compare it to my other leather white case from Moft and this one feels grippier, buttons are not as clickable but work fine and they are not hard to press. It's also very light, compared to most of the other cases I've tried.

This is good to hear. I may just have to keep this one on my radar then. Thanks.
 

dudeski

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i’ve now compared my aliexpress apple cases with the real ones. all in all they are wildly similar, though the colors on the fakes are off, there is no animation, the seams are slightly more visible, the case is lighter, and I think the magnet’s weaker but I haven’t tested (I never use magsafe)

I have 2 real apple cases I got from a friend and am pretty disappointed with the quality. though they look and feel nicer than the fakes, my grey one chipped in 2 days at the top.

overall my fav case is this light blue one I got for $2.50. more protective than the apple and a cuter color than their options. the seam is quite visible though which I know some people don’t like.

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UnjustifiedBot

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So I put on the Phone Rebel Gen 5. I did not keep it on for long but I am having mixed feelings about it. Will have to give is a little time but my initial thought was the improved grip was kind of nice, but other than that, I feel like it is missing something. I just can't quite put my finger on it though.

and see if I can send back the PR Gen 5. Then perhaps I need to more seriously look into Caudabe, Nomad, or Otterbox.
😳

I hope this case doesn’t suck. 😅
 
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