Deff Cleave/DRACO IV Aluminum Bumper for iPhone 4 Discussion & Questions Thread

[svtjackal]

can someone clarify on the fits for the IPhone 4s.... it states that the Draco IV fits iphone 4 and 4s on att verizon and sprint.... but the iphone 4 for att is slightly different than the verizon one so I'm confused how this is possible? It doesn't ask you to specify which phone you have at checkout.

Yes it does, I don't know if they redesign them but I don't think so, but the pieces that cover the volume, vibrate button will still engage the buttons just fine even if they didn't redesign them for the iPhone 4s,

the vibrate button will be slightly off but it will still engage it

 

[eg2007]

Just got a black Draco IV from IGearUSA today and used that 20% off coupon. Found it before it was listed here. I must say, this is one beautiful case.

 

[asleep]

If anyone wants to let me borrow one, I can test it side by side with most if the current all aluminum cases, as well as all of the current aluminum/composite hybrids. And against a few that aren't for sale yet. This would give everyone a baseline to make the most accurate comparisons with.

Added: Got a friend loaning me one for a few days. I'll do a more formal head to head (to head...to head?) comparison of this case with several of it's competitors, along with some of the hybrids available. Hopefully this will help some of you out in deciding if this case is right for you.

So what's the word, Chris?

 

[ThunderApple]

So any pictures of it looking straight at it?

 

[AlvinNguyen]

So any pictures of it looking straight at it?

There are tons of pics on eBay. They're of the replicas but it should look exactly the same (performance probably won't be as good though) anyways you mght want to check it out. It doesn't look good straight on in my opinion. The sides is what make is design unique.

 

[SmithErick]

I want to see the grey and the black on a white iPhone.

 

[SchneiderMan]

Yes it does, I don't know if they redesign them but I don't think so, but the pieces that cover the volume, vibrate button will still engage the buttons just fine even if they didn't redesign them for the iPhone 4s,

the vibrate button will be slightly off but it will still engage it

Exactly right. They didn't need to redesign it.

 

[hidefguy]

So any pictures of it looking straight at it?

 

[SchneiderMan]

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Not as pretty as the black iPhone imo

 

[ThunderApple]

Sigh What I feared. It looks pretty bulky when you look at it.

Really debating on if I get this or just wait for the Case Mate Jett to restock.

 

[chris975d]

So what's the word, Chris?

Things fell through on the loaner from a friend, but I actually have one of the new limited editions coming straight from Draco for review on Monday. I'll do some detailed reception tests this week and comparisons so we can see how it stacks up against other cases of this type. I can test on my iPhone 4 and 4S to see if there is any difference. I'll have the full review up on runaroundtech (links in my signature) as soon as I'm done with the review/testing.

 

[zelaya]

After having mine installed for couple days I didn't have time to really test the reception on so I decided to tested while doing errands yesterday and was very disappointed that I only had one bar while my wife phone 4 had all the bars. Also I just noticed this morning I've a poor WIFI at home so I will be returning it back, however I'm considering getting the vapor pro spectra silver/silver or stay away from aluminium cases. I really like this case. One thing I'd like to ask to those that have theirs install, did you guys had to press hard to align the holes to insert the screws. I had to squeeze mine to insert the screws which I've never seen that before to any of my previous cases so I wonder if I have a bad case and exchange it for another one. I really like this case but I can't justifying paying so much just for looks.

 

[SchneiderMan]

After having mine installed for couple days I didn't have time to really test the reception on so I decided to tested while doing errands yesterday and was very disappointed that I only had one bar while my wife phone 4 had all the bars. Also I just noticed this morning I've a poor WIFI at home so I will be returning it back, however I'm considering getting the vapor pro spectra silver/silver or stay away from aluminium cases. I really like this case. One thing I'd like to ask to those that have theirs install, did you guys had to press hard to align the holes to insert the screws. I had to squeeze mine to insert the screws which I've never seen that before to any of my previous cases so I wonder if I have a bad case and exchange it for another one. I really like this case but I can't justifying paying so much just for looks.

Nope.

 

[svtjackal]

After having mine installed for couple days I didn't have time to really test the reception on so I decided to tested while doing errands yesterday and was very disappointed that I only had one bar while my wife phone 4 had all the bars. Also I just noticed this morning I've a poor WIFI at home so I will be returning it back, however I'm considering getting the vapor pro spectra silver/silver or stay away from aluminium cases. I really like this case. One thing I'd like to ask to those that have theirs install, did you guys had to press hard to align the holes to insert the screws. I had to squeeze mine to insert the screws which I've never seen that before to any of my previous cases so I wonder if I have a bad case and exchange it for another one. I really like this case but I can't justifying paying so much just for looks.

Are you using it on a iPhone 4?, because on the element vapor pro thread you mention that you are going to buy one for your upcoming iPhone 4s,

if so I recommend that before you spend more money on a element vapor pro you should wait till you get your iPhone 4s and try the Draco IV on it, the iPhone 4s has a redesign antenna and the Draco IV might work better on that one

$0.02

 

[zelaya]

Are you using it on a iPhone 4?, because on the element vapor pro thread you mention that you are going to buy one for your upcoming iPhone 4s,

if so I recommend that before you spend more money on a element vapor pro you should wait till you get your iPhone 4s and try the Draco IV on it, the iPhone 4s has a redesign antenna and the Draco IV might work better on that one

$0.02

Thanks. Currently the current Draco box it says is for the iPhone 4. I'll test the case one I get the replacement and keep you guys posted.

 

[svtjackal]

Thanks. Currently the current Draco box it says is for the iPhone 4. I'll test the case one I get the replacement and keep you guys posted.

It will fit on the 4s, the vibrate cover button will be slightly off but it will still engage it just fine

 

[eg2007]

After having mine installed for couple days I didn't have time to really test the reception on so I decided to tested while doing errands yesterday and was very disappointed that I only had one bar while my wife phone 4 had all the bars. Also I just noticed this morning I've a poor WIFI at home so I will be returning it back, however I'm considering getting the vapor pro spectra silver/silver or stay away from aluminium cases. I really like this case. One thing I'd like to ask to those that have theirs install, did you guys had to press hard to align the holes to insert the screws. I had to squeeze mine to insert the screws which I've never seen that before to any of my previous cases so I wonder if I have a bad case and exchange it for another one. I really like this case but I can't justifying paying so much just for looks.

I just got mine in black yesterday from the same place you did. I'm not having the same problems. Love this case. Got it in black and the E13ctron S4v I bought a week ago is going on eBay.

I didnt have trouble installing it on my iPhone 4s and the buttons work perfectly. The box even had a sticker on it that said it was for the 4s.

 

[greychocobo]

I just got mine in black yesterday from the same place you did. I'm not having the same problems. Love this case. Got it in black and the E13ctron S4v I bought a week ago is going on eBay.

I didnt have trouble installing it on my iPhone 4s and the buttons work perfectly. The box even had a sticker on it that said it was for the 4s.

do you mind posting pics of it? especially the corners where the vibrate button is?

 

[zelaya]

I just got mine in black yesterday from the same place you did. I'm not having the same problems. Love this case. Got it in black and the E13ctron S4v I bought a week ago is going on eBay.

I didnt have trouble installing it on my iPhone 4s and the buttons work perfectly. The box even had a sticker on it that said it was for the 4s.

You didn't have to squeeze hard to align the holes to insert the screws? I'll get in contact with Tekcases to see if I can get a replacement.

 

[zelaya]

I'm curious to see white 4's with blue draco case.

 

[El3ctronics]

I got my Draco IV from tekcases but the buttons on the left (volume and switch) rattle like crazy whenever i touch my phone. It's very annoying and not a tight fight at ALL. Anyone know if I have a defective unit or if it's supposed to be like that? For an $80 case that is supposed to be very well engineered that is totally unacceptable to me.

 

[zelaya]

I got my Draco IV from tekcases but the buttons on the left (volume and switch) rattle like crazy whenever i touch my phone. It's very annoying and not a tight fight at ALL. Anyone know if I have a defective unit or if it's supposed to be like that? For an $80 case that is supposed to be very well engineered that is totally unacceptable to me.

Mine didn't rattle. Try reinstalling buttons again.

 

[eg2007]

You didn't have to squeeze hard to align the holes to insert the screws? I'll get in contact with Tekcases to see if I can get a replacement.

I had to put a tiny bit of pressure and then the screws did the rest, but I believe that is how it's supposed to work. I didn't have to squeeze super-tight at all. I also put little pieces of scotch tape on the back of each button to prevent them from scratching my iPhone buttons. I can't hear the buttons rattle anymore. Maybe I'm lucky for now!

 

[El3ctronics]

Mine didn't rattle. Try reinstalling buttons again.

Just tried reinstalling it from scratch and there is quite a bit of movement in the buttons on the left. This is pretty bad engineering and I'm emailing Tekcases for a return and refund. I was very excited for this case but ultimately extremely disappointed.

 

[eg2007]

do you mind posting pics of it? especially the corners where the vibrate button is?

It'll take me a few days. I only have an iPhone for a camera these days. There should be tons of pictures on this forum for what you need. Sorry! The vibrate button works fine.

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Just tried reinstalling it from scratch and there is quite a bit of movement in the buttons on the left. This is pretty bad engineering and I'm emailing Tekcases for a return and refund. I was very excited for this case but ultimately extremely disappointed.

I bought mine from IGearUSA here in LA. My buttons hardly rattle at all. Weird. I read from some other poster to put tape on the back of the buttons, so I did. Works great. For now. Maybe I'm just lucky. Tight fit, sleek look. Seriously, with the 20% off coupon posted here, thinking of getting another one.