Has anyone found one of these locally? I checked 2 local Best Buy's yesterday but they only had defenders.
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Otterbox Commuter
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I decided to get the Commuter until the Life Proof comes out. I currently have a $5 clear case on it and it looks like CRAP but is doing the deed until the Commuter arrives. I have always had a Defender, this is my first Commuter purchase. I just hope it is a little less bulky. I ordered off of the Otterbox website since eBay prices are crazy.
The commuter is the right way to go man, you made a good choice. I have always used this model, and it has done very well for me. Very good protection and not as bulky and ugly as the defender IMO. I am looking to buy either the commuter or the Cygnett Workmate for my 5, havent decided yet... I dont like the color schemes on the commuters... might just have to go with black and deal with it
I am sure it will do fine. The Defender on my 4 was huge and everything stuck to the rubber. I'm glad Otterbox made a more plasticky rubber this time. I think the Commuter will be fine. Excited to get it and get this clear POS off of my 5.
I just received my Preorder Otterbox Commuter from FedEx and have it installed on my iPhone 5. Otterbox has done it again, the case fits nice and snug the way it should. My phone feels good in my hands once again. I had one on my iPhone 4 for over a year. The last 24hrs I've been treating my 5 like an egg. Now that I have the security of my case I'm more relaxed. The added grip makes it a joy to handle. You can't go wrong with the Commuter.
Here are some videos.
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Here are some videos.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NAXWhsHKuI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCng5hBFX-M
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_Jt1HspMY4
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How are the plugs on the bottom? Are they snug? I have a commuter on my EVO4G and am looking to get one for the IP5 when it arrives. The one problem with the one I have now is that the plugs never really stuck in the phone and the rubber ripped... Hopefully it is more snug for the iphone model. The outlets on the iphone are bigger than the tiny micro-usb and other port on the EVO
I've only had this iPhone 5 version for a day but the plugs are snug and stay in place. I had the iPhone 4/4s version for over a year and I never had an issue of the plugs coming loose.
As far as putting it in your pocket I've never had an issue with jeans or shorts with cargo pockets / phone pockets. Lots of times I put the phone in my back pocket and never had issues with removing my phone.
I like the coverage the case provides. I even cut a small piece of the back protection sheet that the phone came wrapped in and covered the apple logo before putting it in the case. This way it's also protected until my Wrapsol cover comes in.
As far as putting it in your pocket I've never had an issue with jeans or shorts with cargo pockets / phone pockets. Lots of times I put the phone in my back pocket and never had issues with removing my phone.
I like the coverage the case provides. I even cut a small piece of the back protection sheet that the phone came wrapped in and covered the apple logo before putting it in the case. This way it's also protected until my Wrapsol cover comes in.
Can someone explain the port covers, especially the dock. How exactly does it work? I'm worried about docking it, is it pain?
Here is the iPhone 4S and the 5 both in Commuter cases. As you can see there the same in height. I loved the way the 4S w/case felt in my hands. The 5 now feels just as good. Even though the cases are the same size height wise, the 5 is way lighter in the hands. The 4s feels so heavy now.
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How are the plugs on the bottom? Are they snug? I have a commuter on my EVO4G and am looking to get one for the IP5 when it arrives. The one problem with the one I have now is that the plugs never really stuck in the phone and the rubber ripped... Hopefully it is more snug for the iphone model. The outlets on the iphone are bigger than the tiny micro-usb and other port on the EVO
Managed to find one at a local Verizon store, after checking half a dozen other places lol. One guy told me they didn't make them yet LOL
I had the commuter for my 4, and let me say this one feels much more robust and just as comfortable to hold. Very happy with it overall. My only gripe is the bottom back, the plastic between the speaker/mic/ports is a little bulky and sharp (not cut your fingers sharp, just annoying), would have felt and looked better rounded off.
I give it a 5/5 for awesomeness
I had the commuter for my 4, and let me say this one feels much more robust and just as comfortable to hold. Very happy with it overall. My only gripe is the bottom back, the plastic between the speaker/mic/ports is a little bulky and sharp (not cut your fingers sharp, just annoying), would have felt and looked better rounded off.
I give it a 5/5 for awesomeness
I found one locally at Radio Shack. I also had the commuter on my iPhone 4. The fit/finish of the iPhone 5 cases is a bit better in my opinion. I wish the plastic next to the headphone jack had a bit wider opening. It works for some of my headphones, but my Audio Technicas do not fit. I always keep my phone in my pocket and the case is just fine for that.
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The plugs on my ip5 commuter are snug. On my iPhone 4 commuter case, I had to return one to otterbox because the plugs were loose on day 1. They had great customer service and sent me a replacement one right away. I understand your concern though, the case would drive me nuts if the plugs didn't stay in place.
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The plugs on my ip5 commuter are snug. On my iPhone 4 commuter case, I had to return one to otterbox because the plugs were loose on day 1. They had great customer service and sent me a replacement one right away. I understand your concern though, the case would drive me nuts if the plugs didn't stay in place.