First time going case less with the 12 Pro. I'm sure I'm going to regret it, but it's too damn pretty to be in a case. I just got an anti glare screen protector for scratches and i like the look of it haha
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iPhone 12 Pro Anyone going caseless with their new iPhone 12/Pro?
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I got the silicone case which makes it a lot easier to hold. But I will likely only use it for camping and traveling. I have a Pitaka case coming tomorrow so it’ll be that or naked 90% of the time.
Much less slippery with the case though, which is nice.
The Pitaka cases add a little better grip feel but no drop protection so I’m generally pretty careful anyways. Had my X for 3 years with no major drops.
Much less slippery with the case though, which is nice.
The Pitaka cases add a little better grip feel but no drop protection so I’m generally pretty careful anyways. Had my X for 3 years with no major drops.
The case for my new 12 hasn't arrived yet but having used the phone case-less for the last few days I am really, really enjoying it. I forgot how much I missed the flat sides of my iPhone 5s and I just purchased AppleCare+ for the phone so I might just put a screen protector on it and see how it goes without the case.
Mine just arrived an I am seriously considering go without a case for the first time since they went to the more slippery designs (the 6?). I used no case up until the 6 and loved it, but they got to be like a bar of soap. This one with edges is actually grippable. And the color!
I went case-less for a few hours this afternoon. Noticed the fingerprints on the side... However, it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. Not bad! The phone feels even smaller.
That said, if I didn't like the feel of the silicon case... yeah, nekkid it would be.
First thing I usually do with a new phone is waste a hundred or so on cases. This is the first phone I've not done that with, nor do I plan to.
That said, if I didn't like the feel of the silicon case... yeah, nekkid it would be.
First thing I usually do with a new phone is waste a hundred or so on cases. This is the first phone I've not done that with, nor do I plan to.
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My case is Applecare+
The 12 Pro’s design is way too beautiful to hide in a case. I kept my XS Max in a case at all times but that phone always felt very slippery. The 12 Pro’s flat edges feel solid in the hands.
The 12 Pro’s design is way too beautiful to hide in a case. I kept my XS Max in a case at all times but that phone always felt very slippery. The 12 Pro’s flat edges feel solid in the hands.
I use a slipcase for when the iPhone is in my pocket but use it caseless. I’ve never dropped an iPhone except when taking it out or putting it in my pocket. And I’ve never broken a screen or back. I’ve owned an iPhone since the first. I have AppleCare+ if something unusual happens. I’ve never needed it though.
I'm going caseless...also, going screen protector-less.....I've never installed screen protectors on my phones.
If I had scratches on my iPhone 6S screen, I didn't notice them...am I crazy for not putting a screen protector on? Never used em, but it seems like something that would annoy me
If I had scratches on my iPhone 6S screen, I didn't notice them...am I crazy for not putting a screen protector on? Never used em, but it seems like something that would annoy me
I got the mag case one because it was 10 bucks cheaper than the air, and that’s the kind I used on my X for 2-3 years. I loved how it felt on my X so I’m happy that my 12 feels familiar now. Keeps the nice form factor but adds extra grip and eliminates the finger print factor.
It’s the Mag EZ or something, not their bulky one.
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Always caseless here. I just want to enjoy the design when I get a phone, it is part of the experience.
I accept I will get some battle scars along the way but would not change it. It does eventually change how you use and treat them though subcounsciously, my 1 year old 11PM has hardly ever been in a case and genuinely looks like new.
Heads off and waits for inevitable next mishap!
I accept I will get some battle scars along the way but would not change it. It does eventually change how you use and treat them though subcounsciously, my 1 year old 11PM has hardly ever been in a case and genuinely looks like new.
Heads off and waits for inevitable next mishap!
For those with kids that want to play with your phone have you considered an old phone, not connected to carrier, just has some apps on it. They can play with to their hearts content. Just a thought.
The problem is it's less "any phone", it's more "they want YOUR phone that you're on frequently" 😂
My kids already have their own iPads that we have pretty strict limits for screen-time purposes. In many ways, don't want them to be able to get on "their own phone" whenever they want, otherwise screen-time can go rampant!
In my case it's more about no screen time. Maybe when he's older, but at 4, we rarely let him have our phones.
YEP! I don't think having his own would help as he's constantly wanting to look at my photos....that or weather/maps. 🤷🏻♂️
I'm going gold, and plan on doing a screen protector only. Need to find a good edge to edge (not a stupid notch cutout). I have used Elecshion in the past. Any other good recommendations out there?
I'll snag an encased case for running or other times.
I'll snag an encased case for running or other times.
I always go caseless!! I usually buy one to two leather cases but this year I don’t even think that I’m going to do that.
Never understood why people have a problem with that. No, you can't have my phone. Problem solved.
Every time I get a new iPhone I say I'm going caseless but I get worried I'll drop it and eventually put a case on it. I never put screen protectors on anymore because I cannot stand how they look.
That being said I plan on getting the 12 Pro Max and plan on going caseless 😆. I have already bought an Apple MagSafe black wallet but that will be the only thing I use on the phone. I think the square design will be easier to hold onto and not so slippery.
That being said I plan on getting the 12 Pro Max and plan on going caseless 😆. I have already bought an Apple MagSafe black wallet but that will be the only thing I use on the phone. I think the square design will be easier to hold onto and not so slippery.
You can move some photos over. And just pretend to use the non functional phone, the kid will want that and give that to em. Or like someone else suggested, just say NO. You are the parent after all. Sure at first they will have hissy fit. Just don’t give in. Pretty soon start taking away other privileges. They will get the message quick enough. Just have to brave it out. Train em in private and wear ear plugs.