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ECUpirate44

macrumors 603
Mar 22, 2010
5,750
8
NC
Took the plunge now that it's confirmed the Draco impacts signal strength. Went with they grey for my black iPhone 5.
 

v3rn

macrumors regular
Mar 16, 2010
180
0
The FE gray? I think that's the best color. The silver would be best on a white phone, but the gray is better than the black imo. Plus, if the finish starts to wear off the gray it won't be as noticeable as the black one.
 

ShaneXman

macrumors member
Dec 4, 2009
69
0
How did you get that apple and the word iphone on the back to be highlighted like that.

It's not on purpose, but it's a result of the Spigen Steinheil Back Panel Protection Film (Crystal & Matte Film Combo). The Black / Slate iPhone seems to produce this "halo", but the White / Silver doesn't have the same effect. I wouldn't think the Apple Logo and "iPhone" writing on the back of the iPhone 5 are executed differently between the two colors, but I don't know why else they would product different results with a screen protector. It's almost like those element are raised on the Black / Slate color combo... :confused:


-Shane
 

Swayzee

macrumors member
Jul 18, 2012
78
0
The FE gray? I think that's the best color. The silver would be best on a white phone, but the gray is better than the black imo. Plus, if the finish starts to wear off the gray it won't be as noticeable as the black one.

I think the grey one looks good on the white iphones that people have posted so far (check elements fb page). i guess ill post pictures once i get it in.
 

pocketdoc

macrumors 6502a
Apr 15, 2008
799
37
This case looks nice, but I cannot bring myself to pay this much for a case.

Post pics when you get it please.
 

cdhoward

macrumors member
Oct 27, 2012
49
0
For anyone interested:

I just had a lengthy conversation with a VP at Element Case and suffice it to say, I am happy with his correspondence in regards to my concerns and he apologized on behalf of the company for the way my situation had been handled.

I'm also happy to report that my access to their Facebook page has been reinstated.

I also just placed my order for the S5FE and I can't wait to get it!


To Element Case:
Thank you for reaching out to me and our conversation today. I really do appreciate it. If you guys happen to come across my order and it somehow miraculously shipped ahead of schedule (and I did pay for overnight shipping), I'd be indebted forever. Cough, cough. I'm kidding, I'm kidding. But seriously, if you did... lol
 

junglesnake

macrumors 6502
Oct 17, 2011
445
98
They usual do have pretty good customer relations, they sell alot of cases and you just half to be patient with them. Glad it worked out for you. I can't wait to get mine.
I got my invite yesterday, and I have all three color options. It has pictures of all three as well.

Hmm, I can try to look through my mail and see if they sent me a confirmation email when I did.

For anyone interested:

I just had a lengthy conversation with a VP at Element Case and suffice it to say, I am happy with his correspondence in regards to my concerns and he apologized on behalf of the company for the way my situation had been handled.

I'm also happy to report that my access to their Facebook page has been reinstated.

I also just placed my order for the S5FE and I can't wait to get it!


To Element Case:
Thank you for reaching out to me and our conversation today. I really do appreciate it. If you guys happen to come across my order and it somehow miraculously shipped ahead of schedule (and I did pay for overnight shipping), I'd be indebted forever. Cough, cough. I'm kidding, I'm kidding. But seriously, if you did... lol
 

superstardj

macrumors regular
Apr 3, 2010
106
1
NC
I will be getting another (maybe 2) reservation links - anyone here interested??

I signed up with a few diff email addys because I didn't think it was going through as I was getting bumped back the homepage after signing up when it was indeed working fine...

I used the other 2 addresses about 1 week after the one I received my order link on (that's shipping the 15th) so I should have them soon.

First 2 people to send me a PM will get them as I receive them :)))
 

Adutrumque

macrumors 65816
Mar 8, 2012
1,438
2
Sweden
for anyone interested:

I just had a lengthy conversation with a vp at element case and suffice it to say, i am happy with his correspondence in regards to my concerns and he apologized on behalf of the company for the way my situation had been handled.

I'm also happy to report that my access to their facebook page has been reinstated.

I also just placed my order for the s5fe and i can't wait to get it!


To element case:
Thank you for reaching out to me and our conversation today. I really do appreciate it. If you guys happen to come across my order and it somehow miraculously shipped ahead of schedule (and i did pay for overnight shipping), i'd be indebted forever. Cough, cough. I'm kidding, i'm kidding. But seriously, if you did... Lol

s5fe?
oh first edition. By the way ' Whats the difference between the first edition and the ones that comes later?
 

cdhoward

macrumors member
Oct 27, 2012
49
0
s5fe?
oh first edition. By the way ' Whats the difference between the first edition and the ones that comes later?



Review is up guys
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCmGxnKNuWI


Btw , how many versions are there ?

Like, silver, aluminum and what more?


Ok, technically, there are 2 different ones, but precisely 3. Did I lose you yet? lol Follow along:

There is the First Edition (gun metal flux) and then there is the Standard Edition, but the standard edition comes in 2 different finishes (black flux and silver flux).

Differences? FE initially included a carbon fiber back plate, FE laser engraving and a higher cost. Since it hit the market, some have had reception issues with the CF plate and it is no longer included in the FE and as a result, the price dropped. They are working on a new CF plate that can be purchased separately. Pricing began at $159.95 for the FE and then dropped to $144.95. The standard edition is priced at $139.95.

Hope this helps.
 

Adutrumque

macrumors 65816
Mar 8, 2012
1,438
2
Sweden
Ok, technically, there are 2 different ones, but precisely 3. Did I lose you yet? lol Follow along:

There is the First Edition (gun metal flux) and then there is the Standard Edition, but the standard edition comes in 2 different finishes (black flux and silver flux).

Differences? FE initially included a carbon fiber back plate, FE laser engraving and a higher cost. Since it hit the market, some have had reception issues with the CF plate and it is no longer included in the FE and as a result, the price dropped. They are working on a new CF plate that can be purchased separately. Pricing began at $159.95 for the FE and then dropped to $144.95. The standard edition is priced at $139.95.

Hope this helps.


And is the FE available til .... next year or what?
I mean, theres like a 10 dollar difference, its pretty much nothing. Also last but not least - which model are you guys going for?

Wow, that was a lot of editing I made there, hehe. Just swooped for information. Thanks for this info tho, very appreciated.
 
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cdhoward

macrumors member
Oct 27, 2012
49
0
And is the FE available til .... next year or what?
I mean, theres like a 10 dollar difference, its pretty much nothing. Also last but not least - which model are you guys going for?

Wow, that was a lot of editing I made there, hehe. Just swooped for information. Thanks for this info tho, very appreciated.

Can't say how long the FE will be offered. I can tell you that each order invite now offers both the FE and SE for your choice.
 

Adutrumque

macrumors 65816
Mar 8, 2012
1,438
2
Sweden
Can't say how long the FE will be offered. I can tell you that each order invite now offers both the FE and SE for your choice.
Alright, thanks.
Are you getting the FE?
I mean , I think the silver SE looks better. What do you guys think ?
 
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