I haven't seen any other threads that showcase the Element Ion 4, so I figured I'd post some impressions and pictures.
First, I ordered it with a coupon code (ecmj20off; not sure if it's still good) for 20% off, making the case $40 before being shipped, $52 after being shipped. I was disappointed that $12 was the cheapest shipping option, but whatever.
I liked the way that the case looked but I honestly don't know what drove me to order it since I have a white iPhone 4S and don't like black cases on it. But anyways, I took the plunge knowing that my roommate could always use it on his black iPhone 4 if I didn't like it.
The case fits really snug. Unlike a lot of "stretch" cases, it was incredibly difficult to put on. I'm sure that it will stretch out over time but I'd imagine that it'll last a long time with a snug fit. The edges feel really good in your hand and definitely add some grip that you don't get with a naked phone or with an aluminum bumper. The cutouts for the sleep/wake button and volume buttons are very well designed, with the sleep button feeling natural to press, despite the case indenting in the opening.
Overall, I liked the case a lot since it looks really nice, will definitely provide a little more drop protection than an aluminum bumper, and is a lot cheaper than almost anything else Element has to offer. However, I just couldn't get over having it on a white iPhone. I ended up giving it to my roommate since he was in need of a new case and he absolutely loves it. He was quite happy that I decided I didn't want it.
Here are some pics of it taken with my iPhone 4S:
First, I ordered it with a coupon code (ecmj20off; not sure if it's still good) for 20% off, making the case $40 before being shipped, $52 after being shipped. I was disappointed that $12 was the cheapest shipping option, but whatever.
I liked the way that the case looked but I honestly don't know what drove me to order it since I have a white iPhone 4S and don't like black cases on it. But anyways, I took the plunge knowing that my roommate could always use it on his black iPhone 4 if I didn't like it.
The case fits really snug. Unlike a lot of "stretch" cases, it was incredibly difficult to put on. I'm sure that it will stretch out over time but I'd imagine that it'll last a long time with a snug fit. The edges feel really good in your hand and definitely add some grip that you don't get with a naked phone or with an aluminum bumper. The cutouts for the sleep/wake button and volume buttons are very well designed, with the sleep button feeling natural to press, despite the case indenting in the opening.
Overall, I liked the case a lot since it looks really nice, will definitely provide a little more drop protection than an aluminum bumper, and is a lot cheaper than almost anything else Element has to offer. However, I just couldn't get over having it on a white iPhone. I ended up giving it to my roommate since he was in need of a new case and he absolutely loves it. He was quite happy that I decided I didn't want it.
Here are some pics of it taken with my iPhone 4S:
