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Which case will you be getting for your new XS/XS Max? [MERGED]
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Just ordered some custome cases from zazzle. Otterbox symmetry’s with printed uploaded pictures.
For those of you that have the Loopy Case, What material is it and hows the grip/feel of it when not using the loop. I'm thinking about purchasing the Loopy Max, stealth black or carbon.
Thanks in advance. I have been staring at the Loopy order page, all set to press "order" and thinking all i know is that it has a loop and it appears to be some sort of TPU ! Lot's of positive comments on the thread but not too many specifics about this case I could find.
Thanks in advance. I have been staring at the Loopy order page, all set to press "order" and thinking all i know is that it has a loop and it appears to be some sort of TPU ! Lot's of positive comments on the thread but not too many specifics about this case I could find.
My Loopy Max is made of 2 materials. Most of the side to the top of the side is some kind of harder rubber material. It feels slightly grippy to me. The bottom is a smooth plastic that's slippery (to me). Overall, the Loopy Max is light weight to me despite it being Loopy's heftier case. I'm guessing its the material of the case that makes it feel light weight. Loopy claims a 6 ft "military drop protection", so I'll just take them at their word. I do wish the case material has more texture to it than the smooth plastic in the back. If I don't use the loop, I do feel a bit paranoid about dropping the phone.
I do love the loop, but I also do swap back and forth between my Loopy Max and my Caudabe Sheath. If I ignore the loop, I do love the Sheath much more. Its thin, while still providing some protection. And the texture of the Sheath has more grip to me than the Loopy Max.
With the loop, I can hold the phone is many more secure ways than I can with normal cases. I don't bother wrapping my fingers around the Loopy Max and still feel like the phone is secure in my hands.
If I remember, in case you missed it..looks like the "carbon" version is still the same hard plastic..just with the carbon pattern. If you're really interested in the Loopy Max..go ahead and try it. It's just so different than other cases I've tried. And sounds like you're on the fence and am interested in trying it..so you'll always wonder about it. Just make sure you pick the correct handed version. If you pick the "Lefty" version, my advice is to reply to the purchase receipt email to remind them to send the lefty version. I got the right handed version by mistake even though I've specified in the notes section (I think their ordering system lost my note for the "lefty").
Let me know if you have any other questions.
Haven’t taken it off since I got it, I love being able to grab one of the raised corners to pull the phone out of my pocket. I haven’t found a fault with this case yet, and I don’t notice or see fingerprints on the back or how that could even be a thing.
Just curious what you really didn’t like about the Pitaka MagCase Pro?
Seems like one common complaint is about finger prints.
The finger prints were difficult to get off but my major issue was that the sides were flat and uncomfortable for me to hold. I think it’s a good case though. I really liked lower lip for swiping. But most people take that as a negative.
Thanks!
You know, I’ve always had cases with lips all around and have never noticed the lips when I swipe. I used to play a lot more games on the iPhone and never noticed the lips either.. But I guess it’s something I’ll need to experience for myself..
You see this? Craziness
https://www.amazon.com/Protector-Te...ss+iPhone+xs+max&tag=+925ch-20&qid=1544979690
https://www.amazon.com/Protector-Te...ss+iPhone+xs+max&tag=+925ch-20&qid=1544979690
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good to hear. still waffling about getting a Symmetry. black is on sale at Amazon (for XS) for just under $18...i may write Otterbox to see if there would be a way to buy other colored buttons.
That installation process is completely insane.
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What is even the point of that? I must be missing the key benefit?
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If your screen is already chipped etc it’s like the windshield chip repair on a car it fixes that and adds a screen protector pretty amazing
My favorite screen protector. Used it for the note 9, and it was perfect install. Great protector.
They are the Max version. Let's make a deal.
I also have a microfiber Slipperysuit for $20.00 shipped.
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Anyone here struggling for Christmas this year money wise? If you are I have a few IPhone XS Max cases I’d be willing to sell for very little if you cover shipping! Hit me up I have too many Had them to long missed the return period and they’ll never be used if barely used for a short period of time. I’ll take holiday cheer and good Karma for a happy forever home!
I’m obsessed with my new Element cases we love our Enigma- Rally and Illusion Cases
Here’s the rundown:
-Caseology Waterfall Free you pay shipping never used but a single try on
-Evutec Carbon 10 bucks or best offer. Used for a week with a pop socket has original box with mount etc
-Ringke Fusion used for a few days 8 bucks
-Caudabe Lucid only tried on in original box 8 bucks or best offer
-UAG Monarch Carbon starting asking price 20 or reasonable offer. I believe I have the original box around
Also have some IPhone X and IPhone 8 cases I’ll sell for barely anything
Element cases
Caudabe Cases
UAG Case
Just let me know
I’m obsessed with my new Element cases we love our Enigma- Rally and Illusion Cases
Here’s the rundown:
-Caseology Waterfall Free you pay shipping never used but a single try on
-Evutec Carbon 10 bucks or best offer. Used for a week with a pop socket has original box with mount etc
-Ringke Fusion used for a few days 8 bucks
-Caudabe Lucid only tried on in original box 8 bucks or best offer
-UAG Monarch Carbon starting asking price 20 or reasonable offer. I believe I have the original box around
Also have some IPhone X and IPhone 8 cases I’ll sell for barely anything
Element cases
Caudabe Cases
UAG Case
Just let me know
I've been rocking the Apple Silicone case since getting my XS at launch, but am looking for something better. I'd gone caseless on every iPhone since the 4, so I'm looking for something that has decent grip and drop protection, without adding a ton of bulk. The Silicone case has both, but is a little *too* grippy and a dust magnet.
I tried the Apple Leather case, but felt it was too slippery and didn't have as much drop protection - it lacked that "bouncy" factor the Silicone has. I'm also looking at the Silk Kung Fu, which is the top pick at Wirecutter, but I'm afraid of it being too bulky and cheap. The Caudabe Sheath seems a popular choice around here, but I'm afraid of it being similarly non-protective as the Apple Leather case.
Anyone have experience with both the Apple Silicone case and these other cases?
I tried the Apple Leather case, but felt it was too slippery and didn't have as much drop protection - it lacked that "bouncy" factor the Silicone has. I'm also looking at the Silk Kung Fu, which is the top pick at Wirecutter, but I'm afraid of it being too bulky and cheap. The Caudabe Sheath seems a popular choice around here, but I'm afraid of it being similarly non-protective as the Apple Leather case.
Anyone have experience with both the Apple Silicone case and these other cases?
I have both the Apple silicone and the Sheath. They provide similar levels of protection in my opinion with the Sheath providing slightly less. The Sheath solves your issue with lint and being too grippy though. The coating is kind of pebbled making it easy to grip but not sticky grippy.