Is there such a thing as a clear iPhone case that doesn’t cover the buttons? Every case I’ve seen covers up the buttons with the same material as the case, and I think this looks silly.
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Clear iPhone case that doesn’t cover buttons?
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Phone Rebel had a flex case with a clear back and the sides were naked. Not sure if they will come out with a similar one for the new iPhones or not.
There are a few. Off the top of my head, Caudabe Lucid Clear, Spigen AirSkin, and Spigen Ultra Hybrid MagSafe (at least last year’s was).
Thanks — I had just seen the Caudabe product prior to seeing your message. Do you have experience with this brand vs Spigen, and which would you prefer?
You really can't go wrong with either case. Spigen and Caudabe are two of the more popular brands on this forum. I will say that the Lucid Clear and the Hybrid MagSafe are hard shells (at least the last time I checked). From what I remember, they're both very rigid but surprisingly still easy to take on and off. I don't have any experience with the AirSkin. I'm sorry I can't give any more insight. I'm not a fan of cases with exposed buttons, so I haven't used too many. I still have my Lucid Clear for the XS Max, so if there are any specific questions, I can take a look at it.
Not sure if this is helpful, but I always hated how the sides felt/looked with clear cases - but got the Spigen hybrid clear for my Starlight 13 and it's been great. Responsive buttons, perfect fit, slight grip but feels sleek. Pics with and without flash.
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Thanks for the pics. Looks nice — I think I’ll end up with a case similar to this.
Are you familiar with UAG cases? These looks interesting — going against my initial plans of getting a case that doesn’t cover the buttons — instead finding a case that will better protect my 13PM on order.
Just received the Tech 21 Evo clear case with MagSafe for the 13 Pro Max. Buttons are covered. Some impressions
- Good grip and edge protection. But the edge bumpers are not 100% clear so you can’t really see the beautiful stainless steel band of the Sierra blue
- The lip around the front is less than I was expecting
- Good raised lip around camera
- Strong MagSafe magnets. Maybe stronger than Apple’s cases
- The sides are still quite squidgy when you squeeze the case. I had the same case for the 11PM and it was worse.
- good clicks buttons
- Good grip and edge protection. But the edge bumpers are not 100% clear so you can’t really see the beautiful stainless steel band of the Sierra blue
- The lip around the front is less than I was expecting
- Good raised lip around camera
- Strong MagSafe magnets. Maybe stronger than Apple’s cases
- The sides are still quite squidgy when you squeeze the case. I had the same case for the 11PM and it was worse.
- good clicks buttons
I haven't used any of the UAG cases. Although I really like their color combinations, I'm just not a fan of big cases. However, since you're now looking at clear cases with buttons, I think the Mous Clarity looks really nice. Also, as @Boardiesboi suggested, something in the Tech21 line. Every year, I'm tempted by their Evo Check case. Or maybe try the Spigen Ultra Hybrid.
Peel ultra thin hard case may be worth a look. Mine arrived today and looks perfect, button cut outs that are flush on the sides.