iPhone 12 Pro Who’s going caseless with the 12 Pro Max?

[DLyman]

Looks great. In the pictures I prefer the grain of the Sena leather to be honest, though Lucien does offer a variety of options. Slightly expensive.

I’ve considered a pouch since that would solve my main concern of dust getting all over the phone, but taking it in and out is an extra step that makes it less convenient.

If I was keeping the phone (PWM headaches are still an issue for me) I would probably start with an Apple Silicone Case for peace of mind. The RhinoShield bumper is also a great choice since that would protect the stainless steel in the event of a drop.

They a a little expensive. I’m very happy with the one I bought.
The PWM headaches are not something I like to hear about. That has to be frustrating and at the same time a little bit scary. I’m sorry you have to go through that.

 

[MICHAELSD]

They a a little expensive. I’m very happy with the one I bought.
The PWM headaches are not something I like to hear about. That has to be frustrating and at the same time a little bit scary. I’m sorry you have to go through that.

Thanks, I’m glad so many people on here know about it without a further explanation needed.

I absolutely love this phone and would enjoy picking out a case for it if only I didn’t get migraines from using it. The Apple Silicone Case is particularly nice this year.

Vaja has been selling handmade leather cases for a long time, and I think they look gorgeous even though they’re equally expensive.

 

[DLyman]

Thanks, I’m glad so many people on here know about it without a further explanation needed.

I absolutely love this phone and would enjoy picking out a case for it if only I didn’t get migraines from using it. The Apple Silicone Case is particularly nice this year.

Vaja has been selling handmade leather cases for a long time, and I think they look gorgeous even though they’re equally expensive.

No phone is worth going through those headaches. Hopefully you’ll find another phone that you like just as much.
I forgot about Vaja. I’ll have to check them out. Thanks for reminding me of them.

 

[Regeneration]

For the first time ever I’m going caseless, just because I always dreamed to do it for some reason! I bought MagSafe wallet to go with my iPhone which gives it a nice grip and iPhone is way less slippery with it! I got a clear skin from XtremeSkins to go on the sides of my phone to avoid scratches on the gold stainless steel, it’s so pretty! The skin is literally invisible, I got one for a back too but I took it off!

 

[Fred Zed]

Can’t wait to see some war wounds pics for those that went caseless.

 

[bushman4]

Both ways good. However keep in mind that stainless steel banding easily scratches as well as being a fingerprint magnet
When in doubt use a case

 

[MICHAELSD]

After using an iPhone 12 Pro Max case-less for about a month, I would add some sort of accessory for two reasons: 1. the phone grabs a lot of dust/lint in a pocket or even if it’s placed in the wrong spot, particularly around the camera lenses 2. the flat stainless steel attracts fingerprints quickly and becomes less flattering

I think ideally a bumper would be great, especially one with cut-outs that still showcase the stainless steel. Otherwise, a leather sleeve would solve all of these issues. I’m not particularly concerned about dropping an iPhone, especially if they were to add a Ceramic Shield on the back next year, although the one time my first-generation iPhone did fall was when I was putting it back into a Sena leather case.

 

[lambertjohn]

Lucrin has them in just about every color you can think of. I went with the dark navy. It’s a great sleeve.

but dang, Lucrin is so expensive!!

 

[DLyman]

but dang, Lucrin is so expensive!!

Yes, they sure are. I originally was going to get a Sena. I went to Amazon and I saw some bad reviews so I went with the Lucrin. I’m very happy with it.

 

[areyes163]

I’m going no case. I do have the Apple wallet however. Personally I have been waiting for a flat screen phone since my iPhone 5. I cannot hide this phone. I love looking at it and love holding it with no case. If I break it I’ll just get another one. I’m willing to risk it on this phone. I’m enjoying the design of this one a ton. All of my previous phones have had cases on them though. Scratches don’t bother me that much. I’m careful with my phone and if it does get nicked I’ll deal with it.

 

[Hal~9000]

Case for sure ?

• The shiny steel band is a fingerprint magnet and looks gross after a few minutes of normal use.
• Case will add just a tiny bit of curve to the sharp edges. Flat screen is a must but I prefer curved sides for holding.
• Case allows for peace of mind in case of an accidental drop and saves me from having to buy AppleCare+ at $10/mo.

 

[gnasher729]

Getting the 12 Pro Max in Pacific Blue on Friday. With the 11 Pro Max, I used the leather forest green case from Apple, but this time around I’m considering going caseless on the 12 Pro Max.

Interested to hear what other people are doing...

You can get a clear silicone case from 3 or 4 pound from eBay. You can still see all the beauty of the phone, but it keeps it from slipping, it protects the back from scratches, and it protects it when falling on the ground. I would never use an expensive phone without that protection. I'd also not put an expensive phone into a case that hides it away.

 

[MICHAELSD]

I am curious how the RhinoShield CrashGuard feels.

I’ve felt a bumper is ideal since it protects the most vulnerable part of the phone (which is surprisingly the stainless steel) while still showcasing the back. I’ve heard complaints about it not being grippy enough and I wonder how much the added width affects usability.

 

[Robbosan]

Bit late, but this phone feels so good with no case, got a OB symmetry but it just ruins the feel. It’s no where as slippery as the 12 I have been using for 4 months, and smudges on the sides are 100% better than all over the back lol.