I have the SGP EX Hybrid but I'm digging the look of this case. Although it is the best bumper I've used so far, the satin silver on the SGP is pretty cheap looking. Too bad the black hula is sold out on the casemate site. Anyone know where else to get it?
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Casemate Hula vs. similar Griffin, Scosche, etc. bumpers
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Hmm.. I love the Hula and I have been using it for a while now, just constantly switching out the colors, and I have a Hybrid Ex in the mail as we speak, so I will let everyone know how that turns out once I recieve it. As of now, the hula blows every bumper case I've tried out of the water. And they should have more black hula very soon, keep checking.
Good to hear. I'm surprised I haven't come across this case until now. What's drawing me to it is:
1) Looks. Naked would be ideal but with reception issues and unfriendly ergonomics of the IP4 I'm forced to use a case.
2) Minimal lip. Lay on the table is not a bad thing, but I never needed it before and so the thinner the better.
It's funny because every case I have (too many
) has something I like but also something I don't so I keep searching for more. If only I could rip them apart and make the perfect frankencase.Good to hear. I'm surprised I haven't come across this case until now. What's drawing me to it is:
1) Looks. Naked would be ideal but with reception issues and unfriendly ergonomics of the IP4 I'm forced to use a case.
2) Minimal lip. Lay on the table is not a bad thing, but I never needed it before and so the thinner the better.
It's funny because every case I have (too many
Haha I'm the same way, I'm sure all of us are like that. And Id have to say, its prrettyy close to not having a case, I'm sure you'd be satisfied, theres some photos in this thread. You can check them out if you haven't already.
is it true that the hula has a bigger cutout for 3rd party chargers? [non apple chargers]
a bigger cutout then Scosche bandEDGE
If I'm not mistaken, Larry (author of that article) did a video review for the Hula on youtube and mentioned that the clear section on the hula is wider than the other cases. Also no injection points on the Hula. Not the "exact" same case.
You are right.
The funny thing is that the article has been published one day after the video review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdPbCaTLxis&feature=related
The funny thing is that the article has been published one day after the video review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdPbCaTLxis&feature=related
I planned on getting the Apple Bumper but had no time to drive to the nearest Apple Store which is an hour away. The Wal-Mart in town carried them but had none in stock (checked several days in a row). Lastly I didn't want to order online and wait.
I ended up buying the Griffin Reveal Frame because it is a bumper style case. Among other things the band that goes around the iPhone is clear which in my opinion is aesthetically pleasing. The fitment is very snug and not loose which I hear many Apple Bumper users complaining about. The cutouts are perfect and I have no issue whatsoever using my headphones or charging the phone. One of my biggest worries was that dust/debris would find their way easily into the phone but I have not had an issue with that. Secondly I am using the Griffin with PS AG Front and Crystal Back protector and the case does not cause any bubbling to them.
My only complaint about this case is the volume and sleep buttons are stiff and take a little force in pressing. Overall I am happy with this case and use it primarily.
I ended up buying the Griffin Reveal Frame because it is a bumper style case. Among other things the band that goes around the iPhone is clear which in my opinion is aesthetically pleasing. The fitment is very snug and not loose which I hear many Apple Bumper users complaining about. The cutouts are perfect and I have no issue whatsoever using my headphones or charging the phone. One of my biggest worries was that dust/debris would find their way easily into the phone but I have not had an issue with that. Secondly I am using the Griffin with PS AG Front and Crystal Back protector and the case does not cause any bubbling to them.
My only complaint about this case is the volume and sleep buttons are stiff and take a little force in pressing. Overall I am happy with this case and use it primarily.
Neoaucourant can u use third party chargers with the griffin on?
I have a lot of cheap wall charges that are not from apple that i use around the house
I have a lot of cheap wall charges that are not from apple that i use around the house
Had the Griffin Reveal Black Frame and absolutely loved it. Everyone seems to complain about the buttons, but I did not have an issue at all. On top of that, I really liked how the frame has a clear section to allow the aluminum band to show.
100x better than the Apple bumper.
100x better than the Apple bumper.
I have a third party car charger and it works fine but I can't say that it would work for all third party chargers.
do u have an apple bumper or the sgp neo ex
can u take a pic of the griffin on top of any of those 2 bumpers
take a pic of the charger cutout part only
that hulu black has been out of stock i cant wait any longer
but the diff is 10 dollars
the hulu is 20 & the griffin is 30 dollars
but the diff is 10 dollars
the hulu is 20 & the griffin is 30 dollars
I got the Griffin reveal frame bumper today at bestbuy
http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/reveal-frame-iphone4
you guys wherent lying about those buttons being stiff
those things are rock solid, they wont move wihtout pressing real hard
other then that is good
I had a lil problem with my zagg on the back of the iphone 4 it kept lifting on the sides when i put the case on
so i removed the zagg & used an sgp crystal screen protector i had as backup and no problems now
i got sgp crystal back & front
I like this case better than SGP hybrid ex & the apple bumper
I was going to buy a hula but they been out of stock for a while
edit: the griffin reveal frame works with a belkin wall charger that i use too
http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/reveal-frame-iphone4
you guys wherent lying about those buttons being stiff
those things are rock solid, they wont move wihtout pressing real hard
other then that is good
I had a lil problem with my zagg on the back of the iphone 4 it kept lifting on the sides when i put the case on
so i removed the zagg & used an sgp crystal screen protector i had as backup and no problems now
i got sgp crystal back & front
I like this case better than SGP hybrid ex & the apple bumper
I was going to buy a hula but they been out of stock for a while
edit: the griffin reveal frame works with a belkin wall charger that i use too
The black Hula is back in stock.
Meltdownblitz, how are you liking the EX compared to your Hula so far?
Meltdownblitz, how are you liking the EX compared to your Hula so far?
Honestly, the Hula was my fav case until I got the Ex. When I got the Ex I hated it from the slipperiness of the device when in your hand and was about to take it off immediately, but I decided to give the case a chance because of all the testimonals and use it for a few days and I ended up LOVING it. I ended up getting past how slippery it was and got used to it, I haven't noticed that its slippery anymore. Hasn't slipped out of my hand nor came close, feels the same way as the hula would in my hand now. I haven't even changed my case nor thought about it since I put the Ex on my phone, which hasn't happened before, I'm usually constantly changing my case. I absolutely love the Neo Hybrid Ex on my phone, my new favorite case
Here are a few photos of my Hybrid Ex:
As for the Hula, it is still a nice case especially for the price, although I haven't had any other case on my phone for a few weeks as I mentioned.
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had my scosche for about a week and the rubber started to peel off. Sent it back today for a refund or replacement.
i just bought the clear/black bumper from sw-box which looks identical to all the above mentioned ones. it came to 8$ including shipping. i'll report back once i receive it.
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1049233/
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1049233/
Got my Hula yesterday from Case-Mate. I went directly to their offices and they had just received a new shipment in. I have a bumper and tried the Griffin. The Hula is the best by far. Buttons on this one are easy to press. Case-Mate stated they had some returns due to peeling and they have remedied that with the new batch. When putting mine on it did scrape the rubber surround but it has been in and out of my pocket for 2 days now and its not peeling. If you like bumper style cases, this is one to look at. Another interesting note is that I got to see some prototype cases coming from Case-Mate soon. Be watching their website as they have a new style bumper coming that may appeal to many. I also say the new Barely There 2 in carbon and leather. They will have colors on these as well. Good stuff and great people.