Authentic Draco 5 Aluminum bumper for iPhone 5 preorder - Page 12

mortfe · Dec 29, 2012, 08:45 PM

Just saw the new DRACO line, Elegance series. Seems to be the same, brighter and different colors. Don't get me wrong. I love my Midnight Blue. My only complaint is that its too thin and would have liked a thicker bumper. Doesn't even feel like you're holding a phone. Hard to hold. Would also iike to see DRACO come up with a rigid carbon fiber plate. Maybe the new line will be thicker.

Bleh5 · Dec 31, 2012, 11:38 PM

Love the comments I receive on the case, and that's the main reason I'm still using it even with the LTE hit. I second the question on what change in profile would help with that?

Also, anyone come across a dock that will work with the Draco V?

mortfe · Jan 1, 2013, 11:27 PM

The lightening dock. Adjustable. Uses Apples lightening connector which works with the DRACO. Or you can make your own.

Bleh5 · Jan 2, 2013, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by mortfe

The lightening dock.

Is this confirmed? The lightning plug doesn't look like it will push far enough up to make a connection to the phone with Draco case on.

mortfe · Jan 3, 2013, 12:06 AM

There is a video review. I saw it awhile back. The connector slides into a groove and is held in place by a screw. They show it flush, but if you raise the connector about an 1/8 of inch, it will fit the DRACO.

Paik4Life · Jan 15, 2013, 10:29 PM

I got mine and it definitely takes hits on wifi and LTE. I'm in the DC area with strong LTE though so even with the hit, I'm still getting over 7 Mbps so it's fine for me. When I go into weaker areas though it jumps to 4G (HSPA+) and even then it's okay. All-in-all happy with the purchase.

I have the Elevation Dock and it works with the case on. It barely fits in width-wise and the connector on the dock has variable depth so it works fine with the Draco V. The OCDock should work as well since it has a spring-loaded bottom, but since it's not released yet, we can't know for sure. I'll let you know when I get the OCDock.

~Paik

Sarahah · Jan 16, 2013, 04:17 AM

Looks wonderful. like it.

mortfe · Jan 16, 2013, 11:49 PM

Still can't figure out the signal hits. I'm in Old Bridge, NJ, which is not the greatest of signals. As I stated before, occasionally lose 1 bar. Also gone to 3G but right back to LTE. VZW. WiFi strong 4 bars constantly at home with Airport and Optimum. With all the hype about signal loss, I have NEVER dropped a call or had any problems. Fine even in mall or supermarket.

map1978 · Jan 24, 2013, 12:00 PM

Ah damn...well I got my graphite gray in the mail this week and it made LTE go crazy

The case didn't even make it the next morning. It made my LTE coverage, which was 3/4 bars in my apt, go to about 1 bar then drop right to 4G. Even then the connection wasn't active it felt like. I live in a pretty big city too.

For a case so stunning (no pics would prove it), I was shocked to see how uncomfortable it felt to hold

The volume rocker and home buttons had the best tactile feedback and was simply amazing to use.

I really wish I didn't have to send this back. Such a shame because it's the best looking case I've wrapped on the iPhone 5

Jan 24, 2013, 12:00 PM	#284
map1978 macrumors 68020 Join Date: Feb 2006	Ah damn...well I got my graphite gray in the mail this week and it made LTE go crazy The case didn't even make it the next morning. It made my LTE coverage, which was 3/4 bars in my apt, go to about 1 bar then drop right to 4G. Even then the connection wasn't active it felt like. I live in a pretty big city too. For a case so stunning (no pics would prove it), I was shocked to see how uncomfortable it felt to hold The volume rocker and home buttons had the best tactile feedback and was simply amazing to use. I really wish I didn't have to send this back. Such a shame because it's the best looking case I've wrapped on the iPhone 5 __________________ My Toys Late-2012 rMBP 13" 2.5/8/256 White iPhone 5 Silver iPod Shuffle 1st gen-my gym beast
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Dec 29, 2012, 08:45 PM	#276
mortfe macrumors regular Join Date: May 2008	Just saw the new DRACO line, Elegance series. Seems to be the same, brighter and different colors. Don't get me wrong. I love my Midnight Blue. My only complaint is that its too thin and would have liked a thicker bumper. Doesn't even feel like you're holding a phone. Hard to hold. Would also iike to see DRACO come up with a rigid carbon fiber plate. Maybe the new line will be thicker.
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Dec 31, 2012, 11:38 PM	#277
Bleh5 macrumors member Join Date: Jun 2007	Love the comments I receive on the case, and that's the main reason I'm still using it even with the LTE hit. I second the question on what change in profile would help with that? Also, anyone come across a dock that will work with the Draco V?
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Jan 1, 2013, 11:27 PM	#278
mortfe macrumors regular Join Date: May 2008	The lightening dock. Adjustable. Uses Apples lightening connector which works with the DRACO. Or you can make your own.
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Jan 3, 2013, 12:06 AM	#280
mortfe macrumors regular Join Date: May 2008	There is a video review. I saw it awhile back. The connector slides into a groove and is held in place by a screw. They show it flush, but if you raise the connector about an 1/8 of inch, it will fit the DRACO.
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Jan 15, 2013, 10:29 PM	#281
Paik4Life macrumors member Join Date: Jan 2008	I got mine and it definitely takes hits on wifi and LTE. I'm in the DC area with strong LTE though so even with the hit, I'm still getting over 7 Mbps so it's fine for me. When I go into weaker areas though it jumps to 4G (HSPA+) and even then it's okay. All-in-all happy with the purchase. I have the Elevation Dock and it works with the case on. It barely fits in width-wise and the connector on the dock has variable depth so it works fine with the Draco V. The OCDock should work as well since it has a spring-loaded bottom, but since it's not released yet, we can't know for sure. I'll let you know when I get the OCDock. ~Paik
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Jan 16, 2013, 04:17 AM	#282
Sarahah macrumors newbie Join Date: Jan 2013	Looks wonderful. like it.
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Jan 16, 2013, 11:49 PM	#283
mortfe macrumors regular Join Date: May 2008	Still can't figure out the signal hits. I'm in Old Bridge, NJ, which is not the greatest of signals. As I stated before, occasionally lose 1 bar. Also gone to 3G but right back to LTE. VZW. WiFi strong 4 bars constantly at home with Airport and Optimum. With all the hype about signal loss, I have NEVER dropped a call or had any problems. Fine even in mall or supermarket.
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