Hey guys, looking to get an iPhone but don't want to use a case or any protective film. Who here has had an iPhone for at least 2 months and been using it in the nude the whole time? Do you have any scratches or marks?
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Naked iPhone
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mine has been naked since day 1. No scratches on the screen, only on the chrome bezel, and I've had it in my pocket with change and sometimes my keys on a fairly regular basis.
I've only dropped it once and it was on carpet.
I've only dropped it once and it was on carpet.
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I have been using my iPhone for three months "in the nude". If I hadn't dropped it from my car seat to the driveway, it wouldn't have a single scratch (luckily it just put a small ding on the back corner). Here's my thoughts on this:
1. moving it in and out of your pocket will not cause a single scratch, though I'd avoid contact with keys or coins.
2. use a case when it might be put in a position that could cause it to fall to the ground: i use a case (forgot the name) with an arm band for the fitness center.
I worry about it a lot, I would hate to have a scratch on the front, buts it pretty durable san a drop.
I have been using my iPhone for three months "in the nude". If I hadn't dropped it from my car seat to the driveway, it wouldn't have a single scratch (luckily it just put a small ding on the back corner). Here's my thoughts on this:
1. moving it in and out of your pocket will not cause a single scratch, though I'd avoid contact with keys or coins.
2. use a case when it might be put in a position that could cause it to fall to the ground: i use a case (forgot the name) with an arm band for the fitness center.
I worry about it a lot, I would hate to have a scratch on the front, buts it pretty durable san a drop.
I've had my iPhone for about 2 weeks now, has no cover or protection on it.. It has only been dropped once, it fell off my window sill onto hard tile floor, but came out unscathed. I almost had a heart attack as I saw it falling and hit, but luckily it was, and still is, unharmed.
No scratches here. Finally Apple got the enclosure design right, which is one reason I bought the iPhone rather than the touch.
The back got a scratch on it and a little ding from being dropped, and the case I had put a little dent on the backside. Oh well 😀 My iPhone's got character! Haha.
lokey
macrumors regular
My iPhone had been naked since 6/29... that is until the accident happened. It was in perfect condition, no scratches, no scuffs. Then my wife accidently knocked it out of my hand this past Tuesday as she turned to tell me something and smacked her hand into mine. It hit the concrete, bounced over a curb and landed in the street. The corner nearest the camera is now scratched, the chrome bezel in the same location is gashed and dented in... and there is a nasty looking scratch on the black plastic on the back of the phone.
It still works just fine, though cosmetically the scratches bother me to no end. So I'm in search of a quality case that will cover those areas.
🙁
Update (10/4): I went ahead and picked up the Agent 18 Eco Case for the iPhone and I love it. It's a great product and while it adds a little bulk to the device it isn't that bad. I'd recommend this case for anyone looking for a quality case to protect their iPhone.
It still works just fine, though cosmetically the scratches bother me to no end. So I'm in search of a quality case that will cover those areas.
🙁
Update (10/4): I went ahead and picked up the Agent 18 Eco Case for the iPhone and I love it. It's a great product and while it adds a little bulk to the device it isn't that bad. I'd recommend this case for anyone looking for a quality case to protect their iPhone.
Nude iPhone
Rarely do the Apple Gods grant a fresh start with a shiny new product. I had that chance. I got my iPhone on launch day and went sans case for about a month until my vibrate motor randomly crapped out and Apple kindly gave me a new one. In my time with the unprotected iPhone I was constantly concerned about it falling out of my hand or getting knocked onto the sidewalk (though in all fairness I'm not the most coordinated person ever). My first phone was dropped twice onto concrete. The small scratches on the case made me angry at myself every time I looked at them. My replacement phone has been in a case since the moment it came out of the box. The case not only protects the phone but it gives me one less thing to worry about, my iPhone getting damaged. I admit that the case can take away from the beauty of the design but the piece of mind a case brings is well worth putting on a jacket or other protection.
Bottom line: You could go sans case, just be prepared to have an iPhone that shows a few scars.
Rarely do the Apple Gods grant a fresh start with a shiny new product. I had that chance. I got my iPhone on launch day and went sans case for about a month until my vibrate motor randomly crapped out and Apple kindly gave me a new one. In my time with the unprotected iPhone I was constantly concerned about it falling out of my hand or getting knocked onto the sidewalk (though in all fairness I'm not the most coordinated person ever). My first phone was dropped twice onto concrete. The small scratches on the case made me angry at myself every time I looked at them. My replacement phone has been in a case since the moment it came out of the box. The case not only protects the phone but it gives me one less thing to worry about, my iPhone getting damaged. I admit that the case can take away from the beauty of the design but the piece of mind a case brings is well worth putting on a jacket or other protection.
Bottom line: You could go sans case, just be prepared to have an iPhone that shows a few scars.
Naked. I purchaed mine a little over a week ago. I just couldn't find a case that didn't add bulk to the iPhone.
seh80
macrumors 6502
Mine has a screen film, and up until this week I carried it naked, but with great fear. When I came across an old iPod nano sock, I put it in there. It doesn't give it total coverage (just a bit too short), but it keeps it much safer in my pocket or sitting on my desk. Would love to find a real case, but so far, meh.
siurpeeman
macrumors 603
I don't use a case and the only scratches I had after 3 months were small unnoticeable ones on the chrome. I just recently received a new one due to dead pixels and I don't plan on using a case for it either.
I've had my iPhone since 6/29, and sadly I'm like Julia Roberts in "Pretty Woman", they're "slipper little suckers" lol. I've dropped my endless times, from pavement to hardwood, and while the back isn't badly scratched, the corners are dented and banged up to no end. I had the rubber back (Encase I believe?), but hated that it was difficult in taking in and out of pockets, especially at the gym, and it added more weight and bulk. I've always used the screen film since day one, didn't want to take any chances. However, I just got a Vaja case, so no more risks, and it covers up the damage perfectly 😱 .
DanggxAmanda
macrumors regular
I use wrapsol full body.....so i guess it can also be considered naked since it isn't in any case ya....
cambookpro
macrumors 604
Had the bodyguardz skin on for the first 2 weeks , then almost had the phone slip off my hand one time , my life flash before my eyes I was in total frozen mode , so I went out and got me a case , now with no fear and feeling indestructible , I am continuing to collect cases now lol