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Zero 5 PRO UltraThin for iPhone 5

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Deprecation

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Has anyone tried this case out? I've looked for reviews on google, however I have not seen any for this particular model.

http://www.iphonecaze.com/iphone5/iphone-5-zero5-pro-slim-cases.html

Having used the case for a little over a week, I must say I am impressed.

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Short Review

Fit: The case has a nice snug fit to it. I have noticed the tiniest bit of stretch from removing my phone from the case, however, it's hardly noticeable. The holes on the bottom of the case line up quite nicely with the speaker holes, and the port covers on the bottom snap into the ports ever so slightly, blocking dust and debris from getting into the lightning and headphone ports. The covers for the buttons have moderate tactile feedback and access to the mute switch is great.

Durability: The case has been fairly durable. The worst part, in terms of durability, would definitely be the clear back. I have accumulated a few scratches on the back, which is understandable, but I would prefer the back to be a little tougher.

Looks: Personally, I think this case is one of the best looking cases that I have seen on the market. It maintains a low profile design and still allows for the beauty of the iPhone to shine through. Two things I really like are: 1. The camera cut out stays only on the top tone of the phone (horrible gripe of mine) 2. The logo is very inconspicuous, as it is on the side.

Final Thoughts: This is a great case, and I would highly recommend it if you are looking for a minimalist case. However, be warned, this case ships from Hong Kong and will most likely take 2-3 weeks to arrive, unless you pay for express shipping.

Rating: 4.5/5
 

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Deprecation

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Yeah, it looks fairly nice. The third picture showing the headphone jack and the lightning port looks strange. I'm not sure how those covers work. Maybe they bend back.

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Although, maybe it would be nice to keep dust out. :cool:
 
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dinggus

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I don't know if you 2 posters above the poster that is above me are being serious. The flaps are obviously for the headphone port and lightning port. They are obviously for keeping dust out.
 
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RichardC300

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dinggus said:
I don't know if you 2 posters above the poster that is above me are being serious. The flaps are obviously for the headphone port and lightning port. They are obviously for keeping dust out.
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I was implying that they are unwanted.
 
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dinggus

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Forgive me then.

I think the flaps are perfect, protection all the way around and from dust getting into unwanted areas.
 
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dinesh29888

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Nov 1, 2012
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Can any1 post pics of this case ... currently they having a free standard shipping ... will be ordering once i see some pictures and some good reviews.
 
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Pez555

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seriously this looks like the best case so far - one that could replace my switcheasy tones.

IF it fits with side protectors and back protectors on i am there.

Looks like it has lay on the table too. Im almost tempted to get it...

Has anyone ordered this yet?
 
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ThunderApple

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Pez555 said:
seriously this looks like the best case so far - one that could replace my switcheasy tones.

IF it fits with side protectors and back protectors on i am there.

Looks like it has lay on the table too. Im almost tempted to get it...

Has anyone ordered this yet?
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You can't expect to put any thin cases on the iPhone 5 with both the back AND side skins. It works with other slightly thicker cases but it's just not going to fit well with 0.5 thin cases. I have tried on many cases and I only have a thin back skin. Can't imagine it being any better with a side skin added onto that.
 
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Pez555

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ThunderApple said:
You can't expect to put any thin cases on the iPhone 5 with both the back AND side skins. It works with other slightly thicker cases but it's just not going to fit well with 0.5 thin cases. I have tried on many cases and I only have a thin back skin. Can't imagine it being any better with a side skin added onto that.
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true, however they do include a back protector with the zero 5 pro....

i guess ill stick to the tones for now then.
 
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Deprecation

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I ordered the case on the 14th, and I'm still waiting for it to arrive. Hopefully it won't be too much longer.
 
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duneriderltr450

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I had the regular Zero 5 not the pro model like in the link but mine showed scratches really bad but better than iPhone getting scratched. It was a very nice fit and super thin.
 
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grimy

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Mine came in today, I had to remove and clean my ghost armor side protectors. Overall, I'm not happy with it, I did the clear back/clear sides hopin to achieve a minimalistic look that still showed off the iphone 5 color/design. The back doesn't adhere to the screen protector, making it look funky. The sides are a frosted clear, completely making it pointless to get clear unless this is the look you are going for. I would have preferred black sides over this look, creating a more incognito look. I will post up pics with my DSLR with a further observations.
 
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Pez555

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grimy said:
Mine came in today, I had to remove and clean my ghost armor side protectors. Overall, I'm not happy with it, I did the clear back/clear sides hopin to achieve a minimalistic look that still showed off the iphone 5 color/design. The back doesn't adhere to the screen protector, making it look funky. The sides are a frosted clear, completely making it pointless to get clear unless this is the look you are going for. I would have preferred black sides over this look, creating a more incognito look. I will post up pics with my DSLR with a further observations.
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That's a shame. Sorry to hear.

So it definitely doesn't fit with side protectors? I have some lucky labs on which I don't really want to take off.
 
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dinesh29888

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grimy said:
Mine came in today, I had to remove and clean my ghost armor side protectors. Overall, I'm not happy with it, I did the clear back/clear sides hopin to achieve a minimalistic look that still showed off the iphone 5 color/design. The back doesn't adhere to the screen protector, making it look funky. The sides are a frosted clear, completely making it pointless to get clear unless this is the look you are going for. I would have preferred black sides over this look, creating a more incognito look. I will post up pics with my DSLR with a further observations.
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Which 1 did you ordered clear or black borders with clear on the back ? Please post pics asap & will this case go good with the Spigen GLaS.tr ??
 
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grimy

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I am not happy with the color. Frosted clear looks tacky to me and I was hoping for a clear see-through appearance. Perhaps the black sides/clear back would look muhc better.These cases are of quality make and mold to the phone very well. So well in fact you cannot have any other protectors on it!

-Order has said processing entire time on their website(even now). I bought on 12/9 and arrived on 12/22. Sent via USPS, had to go to post office on 12/24 to sign for it.

-I do not believe this case will work with the Spigen Glass.tr as there is a lip on the front that seats over the edges.

-It wouldn't work with my ghost armor side protectors OR back protector.

-The back now looks good without a back protector on it.

I will be contacting them to see if we can work something out. *edit* their email returns@iphonecaze.com and support@iphonecaze.com does not work. I ended up sending an email to sales@iphonecaze.com (appears to have gone through). *edit*


I was expecting this:

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I received this...but the above picture makes me think I am supposed to pop out the bottons over the hold/volume buttons??? Some of the pictures, they aren't there, and some they are.

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Catcher

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It looks to me like the all-black version has a glossy back? Not sure if I'm correct though.
 
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grimy

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Catcher said:
It looks to me like the all-black version has a glossy back? Not sure if I'm correct though.
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There are color options for black, white, clear backs with white/black/clear frames, I picked the clear/clear options.
 
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Deprecation

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Sep 13, 2012
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Grimy, how did you track your shipment? When I go to the website it just says that it has left Hong Kong.
 
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grimy

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Deprecation said:
Grimy, how did you track your shipment? When I go to the website it just says that it has left Hong Kong.
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Mine STILL says processing, basically I couldn't track it. In my post with the pictures, I detailed shipping times.
 
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