It looks like Caudabe Veil case for half the price. The texture of that case has some grip. I’ve got one and love it but it is super minimal in any sort of protection.
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Which case will you be getting for your new XS/XS Max? [MERGED]
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It looks like Caudabe Veil case for half the price. The texture of that case has some grip. I’ve got one and love it but it is super minimal in any sort of protection.
hm Rhinoshield Solidsuit, Mod NX, or an other Case like Leather (or Ringke X)? I don't like the open Design from the Apple Case (bottom).
Which one has more grip? The Solidsuit or the Mod NX?
And for Solidsuit...the classic or the brushed metal? Which one has more grip?
In the future I will use magnets in the Rear under the case.
Which one has more grip? The Solidsuit or the Mod NX?
And for Solidsuit...the classic or the brushed metal? Which one has more grip?
In the future I will use magnets in the Rear under the case.
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Got this today in black! It’s like the Caudabe but more bad ass! Same minamalist deliciousness of Caudabe but seems better for drops etc.. Element cases rock
https://www.elementcase.com/illusion-iphone-case.html
https://www.elementcase.com/illusion-iphone-case.html
Finally made it home to my Sheath. First impressions:
Cutouts, fit and buttons are perfect. Spacious cut out for the mute switch.
There is a tiny lip that allows for the use of gestures without issues and would still protect the phone if it fell flat face down.
It’s really hard coming from the Apple silicone to this because that thing is so grippy. Too grippy actually. So that it sticks to pockets. The Sheath provides some decent grip without being sticky. It’s also thinner than the silicone so I’m having to adjust to that as well. Also it’s a more rough textured case compared to the silicone of Apple.
I don’t believe their marketing hype that this will take 6.6ft drops. Just doesn’t seem like there is enough material in between the phone and the case for that. But it should take small drops fine. I hope....
First impressions are good. I’ll give it a few days.
Cutouts, fit and buttons are perfect. Spacious cut out for the mute switch.
There is a tiny lip that allows for the use of gestures without issues and would still protect the phone if it fell flat face down.
It’s really hard coming from the Apple silicone to this because that thing is so grippy. Too grippy actually. So that it sticks to pockets. The Sheath provides some decent grip without being sticky. It’s also thinner than the silicone so I’m having to adjust to that as well. Also it’s a more rough textured case compared to the silicone of Apple.
I don’t believe their marketing hype that this will take 6.6ft drops. Just doesn’t seem like there is enough material in between the phone and the case for that. But it should take small drops fine. I hope....
First impressions are good. I’ll give it a few days.
Mod NX supposedly has more grip than the solid suit. I haven’t used them but that’s what’s the reviewers say on YouTube.
https://www.bare-cases.com/collecti...hone/products/bare-naked-ex-for-iphone-xs-max
Got this case today and it is amazing! Perfect grip and cutouts for a clear case. This is the second case I’ve ordered from them as their carbon fiber for iPhone X was my first and equally as good (would have ordered if they made one for Xs Max). Shocked more people don’t know about them here...
Got this case today and it is amazing! Perfect grip and cutouts for a clear case. This is the second case I’ve ordered from them as their carbon fiber for iPhone X was my first and equally as good (would have ordered if they made one for Xs Max). Shocked more people don’t know about them here...
I have the same concern. I really like the sheath. Fits well, grippy and quite minimalist. That said, 6 feet? I don’t know how true that is.
I did also just get the spigen liquid air armor which I really like. Similar fit, ever so slightly bigger and also mil spec. Only negative is that it’s not as grippy.
Gone a bit mad this year for my Xs Max,
Apple leather folio - black
Apple leather case - midnight blue
Pitaka mag case
Tozo ultra thin
Torras Crystal thin silicone
Tozo hybrid soft - clear plastic back with black silicone sides
Amazon had some deals where you get half price screen protectors for the Torras, Tozo cases.
Apple leather folio - black
Apple leather case - midnight blue
Pitaka mag case
Tozo ultra thin
Torras Crystal thin silicone
Tozo hybrid soft - clear plastic back with black silicone sides
Amazon had some deals where you get half price screen protectors for the Torras, Tozo cases.
Well the Spigen has less drop protection than the Sheath if you believe either of them. I’m pretty careful and have Apple care so I think I’m okay with having a minimal case. If I break it then I’ll use Apple care to get it replaced and then I’ll get a more heavy duty one.
I have apple care too...so at least that double checks it for us
Pitaka for when I’m in the house and at work (feels amazing), apple folio for when I’m out, and travelling.
Sorry can’t be more specific but they both serve different situations.
I can’t remember who posted it but that new Nomad carbon fiber is still calling my name. And they just sent me a coupon because I’ve had it in my cart so long lol. I’m going to try to resist.
I’ve not dropped my phone yet but it probably is about the same as the TPU case. It’s about the same thickness and density. Maybe a little stiffer which I think is a good thing. So maybe 3-5 feet drop protection?
At this point the grippy sides have sold me. It feels great in hand and I’ve tossed all my other case except my apple leather case because it cost the most. I’ll keep that as a backup.
Which Pitaka do you recommend? I see there's a thin one and a more protective one?
I’ve got the thin one, phone almost feels caseless although only covers the sides leaving the top and bottom exposed, no lip on the screen either although the feel of the case in the hand far outweighs those slight drawbacks.
It’s the first case bar the apple leather ones I’ve felt really compliments such an expensive phone.
Not handled the more protective one so cannot comment on it.
I had the thin one on my X and really liked it. I too have already bought 5 cases. Said I wasn’t going to buy as many this year but it’s not a good start!
Actually, I've recently reviewed the Xs Max version for the Mod NX and the SolidSuit and I would say that the SolidSuit has more grip than the Mod NX. The sides are more textured. And so far, the grippiest of the SolidSuits that I have reviewed has been the plain black version. The material for the back of the case is slightly tacky and gives more grip than than the other materials. Haven't reviewed the Brushed Steel version in a while, but it used to be pretty slippery...
Kristin
It was about 23 quid including shipping. It arrived today and fits like a glove. No camera issues and the grip is excellent. This is now my go to case.
Thanks Kristin. I’ve already watched your video. You do excellent case reviews.
Mobile reviews Eh said the NX has more texture but maybe he was comparing to last years Solid suit and not this years?