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Which case will you be getting for your new XS/XS Max? [MERGED]
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The buttons feel good but there is little to zero lip around the actual screen of the phone. Not going to be very good for any face down drops.
I guess that dream’s over for me
I haven't forgotten that I said I'd post my XS Synthesis impressions when I got it. My order apparently fell into the black hole between when DHL hands it to USPS, and when USPS, acknowledges that they have it. Even taking a day off for Thanksgiving, the shipping is already at 9 days. That DHL/USPS combo is vvveeeerrrryyyyy slow.
Unfortunately, my updated XS Sheath case has fallen into the same black hole. I'll post impressions of the cases when they arrive. Well, unless the 2019 iPhone arrives first. lol
Oh no...Nomad rugged case in black. I'm surprised just how thin this case really is. The sides are almost Sheath like thin. High quality case that feels good in the hand and is not too slippery. The leather on the back is very nice and smells great also. Has symmetrical cutouts on the bottom (don't like that) and a nice soft microfiber interior back. The buttons feel good but there is little to zero lip around the actual screen of the phone. Not going to be very good for any face down drops.
The packaging and everything about this case screams high quality. Even comes with a nice Nomad package that includes 3 cool Nomad stickers and literature.
Overall a great case and I like it.
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This case looks too good to pass up! I knew I shouldn't have refreshed my browser after my post. How are the buttons compared to the ones on the Sheath? Would you say the thickness is thicker than the Sheath but thinner than the Apple leather case? Ugh, I might have to order one. I freakin' just ordered a freakin' case last night, too. Dang it...
EDIT: Wow, their site is pretty neat. If you hover over a leather case, it shows you what the patina will potentially look like.
Any recommendations? I haven’t use a screen protector on my phones since the 5 hahahaJust keep a nice tempered glass on and I think you will be OK
I’m using the Bodyguardz Pure 2 Edge.
This screen comes with an alignment tray and goes on perfect.
A Bodyguardz screen protector saved my iPhone X from a face down drop onto a pile of rocks. It’s the one I always go with.
The iCarez from Amazon is also a good one.
For the money, a bargain
TETHYS Glass Screen Protector... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FQY28GR?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Remind me a ton of iCarez. With cases like Symmetry basically edge to edge. Good fit
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This is what I use and recommend to friends and family.
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It’s really as thin as the Sheath? They must have changed the design a lot for this year. How are the buttons?
Not really as thin as the Sheath but it’s pretty damn thin. The rubber sides and bottom are mighty thin.
“Rugged Case” might be pushing it a little.
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Any more fingerprints for Pitaka users?
I’m really wanting to give a protective case with good AC magnet mount a go. One that still wirelessly charges.
That really only leaves me with:
Evutec
Pitaka
Mous
Correct? Magnets built in and still allows wireless charging.
I’m really wanting to give a protective case with good AC magnet mount a go. One that still wirelessly charges.
That really only leaves me with:
Evutec
Pitaka
Mous
Correct? Magnets built in and still allows wireless charging.
Evutec. Wireless charging works. Much better value for money than Pitaka.
Case closed
Case closed
I'm trying to start up a SlipperySuit love affair but it's not going too well
Tried out a carbon fiber Evutec at target today and it’s pretty slippery. Feels like the perfect size tho. Felt smaller than my speck grip.
The Pitaka bonus feature is their Magnet is also a wireless charger
Magnetic charger is also another $30 or whatever in addition to whatever their overpriced case costs.
Edit: yeah $50 case + $30 wireless magnetic charger. I’ll stick to my $39 Evutec and a cord LOL
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Magnetic charger is also another $30 or whatever in addition to whatever their overpriced case costs.
I agree Pitaka is the worst value. The Evutec is def the best value but if wireless charging is important Pitaka is best. And I think they have the best (strongest) mount
Caudabe got back with me and said they sent the wrong cases to me! Will be sending out actual updates sheaths
I might go back to the pro- since I already have the mag mountMagnetic charger is also another $30 or whatever in addition to whatever their overpriced case costs.
Edit: yeah $50 case + $30 wireless magnetic charger. I’ll stick to my $39 Evutec and a cord LOL
They claim that their magnet mount won’t charge unless it’s a Pitaka case. Is that true?