wtf, I got the case from Amazon too. HA!
But the replacement they send me also have spots.
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Did anyone else get their ZooGue cases today?
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wtf, I got the case from Amazon too. HA!
But the replacement they send me also have spots.
Its been maybe about 2 weeks now and I'm still using the Zoogue case. The case has really grown on me. My favorite thing is the case feels really slim but still protective enough. Compared to my other cases, this has pretty good grip (but still can't compared to the CandyShell Grip). It makes using the phone much more comfortable.
I have a slight urge to try 2 more cases (Magpul & Diztronic TPU), but the urge has died down a lot. I'll enjoy this quiet period until next urge. At least I already have 2 more cases lined up to try..haha!
I have a slight urge to try 2 more cases (Magpul & Diztronic TPU), but the urge has died down a lot. I'll enjoy this quiet period until next urge. At least I already have 2 more cases lined up to try..haha!
My red one from Amazon also has a stain. I tried to wipe an edge of it with a damp cloth, and then I tried to use an eraser on part of it. Made no difference. It's ingrained. In some light you can hardly see it, but then in bright light it looks like this:
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Contact Tim, at ZooGue: Tim@ZooGue.com
Ask him for a replacement. It appears the red cases are having issues?
I have a slight urge to try 2 more cases (Magpul & Diztronic TPU), but the urge has died down a lot. I'll enjoy this quiet period until next urge. At least I already have 2 more cases lined up to try..haha!
Both of those cases are good also.
Yeah.. I think I know what to expect from the Magpul. I'm not sure what the Diztronic one will feel like. Not sure about the size (say compared to Zoogue) and the grip.
More trim and squared off in the case of Diz. Clean handling, simple, good cutouts including camera. No fingerprints or easily marred.
If anyone is interested, ZooGue is having a case sale. Have to buy 5 though. Free ship too!
iPhone 6 cases $1.99 each when you buy 5
iPhone 6 + cases $2.25 each when you buy 5
FREE SHIP Promo Code - 5YEAR
http://www.zoogue.com/iphone-6-cases-covers/
iPhone 6 cases $1.99 each when you buy 5
iPhone 6 + cases $2.25 each when you buy 5
FREE SHIP Promo Code - 5YEAR
http://www.zoogue.com/iphone-6-cases-covers/
I've got both the Magpul (MP) and Zoogue (ZG). My evaluation.....
Grip: MP has the same texture throughout the case. Slightly tacky, definitely not slippery. Still, on a phone as big as the 6 + I want something pretty tacky. I am wanting more. With the ZG the back is barely textured, almost smooth. If this was used throughout the case, I wouldn't want it. But around the side edges the same material is ribbed providing a decent grip. Slight edge here to ZG.
Buttons: I don't think I've had a case superior to the MP in terms of button action. They are big, 'clicky' (note: no sound from the case material itself) with just the right amount of resistance. Hard to do better. ZG has a stiffer feel. Maybe slightly stiffer than I would like. I'm hoping these will break in with time. On both cases you can find the buttons easily without looking at the phone. Big edge to MP.
Protection/Size: I'm not going to drop the phone as a test. Forget it! The MP has a bit thicker, larger feel to it and feels stiffer than the ZG. The ZG is a bit more rubbery feeling. (The ZG is easier to put on/take off). Neither have any special protection mechanism built in. Speaking of size, the ZG feels smaller than the MP and therefore slightly easier to wrap my hand around. The ZG has rounded ribbed corners while the MP is more squared off. The lip protrudes upward and into the phone a bit more with the MP than the ZG. All that said, I am guessing the MP might offer very slightly better protection but it's a close call.
Right now I'm going with the ZG. If the buttons bother me after a few days, I'll put on the MP. And i may try one more case. Something more grippy. I've looked at the Specks which get very high ratings. But I hate the design choices of every one I've seen. (And I've seen several as Best Buy carries them).
Grip: MP has the same texture throughout the case. Slightly tacky, definitely not slippery. Still, on a phone as big as the 6 + I want something pretty tacky. I am wanting more. With the ZG the back is barely textured, almost smooth. If this was used throughout the case, I wouldn't want it. But around the side edges the same material is ribbed providing a decent grip. Slight edge here to ZG.
Buttons: I don't think I've had a case superior to the MP in terms of button action. They are big, 'clicky' (note: no sound from the case material itself) with just the right amount of resistance. Hard to do better. ZG has a stiffer feel. Maybe slightly stiffer than I would like. I'm hoping these will break in with time. On both cases you can find the buttons easily without looking at the phone. Big edge to MP.
Protection/Size: I'm not going to drop the phone as a test. Forget it! The MP has a bit thicker, larger feel to it and feels stiffer than the ZG. The ZG is a bit more rubbery feeling. (The ZG is easier to put on/take off). Neither have any special protection mechanism built in. Speaking of size, the ZG feels smaller than the MP and therefore slightly easier to wrap my hand around. The ZG has rounded ribbed corners while the MP is more squared off. The lip protrudes upward and into the phone a bit more with the MP than the ZG. All that said, I am guessing the MP might offer very slightly better protection but it's a close call.
Right now I'm going with the ZG. If the buttons bother me after a few days, I'll put on the MP. And i may try one more case. Something more grippy. I've looked at the Specks which get very high ratings. But I hate the design choices of every one I've seen. (And I've seen several as Best Buy carries them).
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@kargurin: Good summary. It what I feel with my Zoogue and Magpul as well. I find both slippery on the back (but better than all my other cases except for the CandyShell Grip). Most of the time when I hold the phone on from the sides, the Zoogue's ribs help a lot. The ribs on the Magpul surprisingly doesn't help me at all. I've only had the Magpul for about 5 days and the Zoogue for about a month and I still prefer the Zoogue still. I'll use the Magpul for a while longer to give it a chance but I'm already feeling like I'll go back to my Zoogue.
On the subject of buttons, even though Magpul's buttons are easier to press, so far I have a hard time finding the buttons by feel. Zoogue buttons is much stiffer but are much easier to find by feel. Over time I got used to the effort required by the Zoogue that it doesn't bother me now. That and I hardly use the volume buttons during normal use.
On the subject of Speck cases, I have the CandyShell Grip. If you want a case with good grip, it's one of the best ones. In my opinion, its better than the Magpul in every way except in looks and the feel of the glossy plastic. Looks is subjective and I'm not a fan of the looks of either one. But grip is awesome, the buttons are super responsive, and it feels really sturdy and protective.
The Zoogue, Magpul and Speck CandyShell Grip are my 3 favorite cases.
On the subject of buttons, even though Magpul's buttons are easier to press, so far I have a hard time finding the buttons by feel. Zoogue buttons is much stiffer but are much easier to find by feel. Over time I got used to the effort required by the Zoogue that it doesn't bother me now. That and I hardly use the volume buttons during normal use.
On the subject of Speck cases, I have the CandyShell Grip. If you want a case with good grip, it's one of the best ones. In my opinion, its better than the Magpul in every way except in looks and the feel of the glossy plastic. Looks is subjective and I'm not a fan of the looks of either one. But grip is awesome, the buttons are super responsive, and it feels really sturdy and protective.
The Zoogue, Magpul and Speck CandyShell Grip are my 3 favorite cases.
Thanks for the heads up. Weird though.. If I add to cart without the code I seem to be able to get discount on the cases, but when I try the free ship codes, I get the fees shipping but the cases goes back to regular price... Do anyone else see the same thing?
I just ordered the Diztronic TPU from Amazon for 9 bucks. Getting mixed reviews on the grip but with no shipping cost through Prime and no tax, why not. Amazon seems to be doing better with their distribution system....will be here tomorrow at no additional cost.
And that will be it for the cases. Will be satisfied with either Zoogue or Magpul if the Diztronic isn't my cup of tea. Gotta put a stop to the cases binge at some point.
And that will be it for the cases. Will be satisfied with either Zoogue or Magpul if the Diztronic isn't my cup of tea. Gotta put a stop to the cases binge at some point.
Weird.. On my iphone, I can get either the discount or the free shipping. On the PC in Chrome and Firefox, I can only get the free shipping. Oh well.
I just ordered the Diztronic TPU from Amazon for 9 bucks. Getting mixed reviews on the grip but with no shipping cost through Prime and no tax, why not. Amazon seems to be doing better with their distribution system....will be here tomorrow at no additional cost.
And that will be it for the cases. Will be satisfied with either Zoogue or Magpul if the Diztronic isn't my cup of tea. Gotta put a stop to the cases binge at some point.
Let me know how you like the Diztronic..especially compared to the Zoogue and Magpul. I was interested in the Diztronic earlier too..but ended up deciding on the Zoogue and Magpul instead.
Did anyone else get their ZooGue cases today?
Spent the day with the Diztronic. Very slim and actually a bit smaller in width compared to the Magpul and Zoogue. Which is a good thing when used with a big phone like the 6 plus. The bad thing is that there is no texture at all with the Diztronic. I feel like this can be too easily jarred from my hands due to its slippery nature. Too bad the manufacturer didn't put the slightest bit of texture on this phone case because it would be my default. If you have big hands or well moisturized hands (mine are dry) this could be the case for you. One other potential issue.... if you use a curved glass screen protector you could have a problem. The lip of this case is very close to the usable screen. In the end, I'm going with the Zoogue with Magpul as a backup. I don't think I'll put on the Diztronic again.
Spent the day with the Diztronic. Very slim and actually a bit smaller in width compared to the Magpul and Zoogue. Which is a good thing when used with a big phone like the 6 plus. The bad thing is that there is no texture at all with the Diztronic. I feel like this can be too easily jarred from my hands due to its slippery nature. Too bad the manufacturer didn't put the slightest bit of texture on this phone case because it would be my default. If you have big hands or well moisturized hands (mine are dry) this could be the case for you. One other potential issue.... if you use a curved glass screen protector you could have a problem. The lip of this case is very close to the usable screen. In the end, I'm going with the Zoogue with Magpul as a backup. I don't think I'll put on the Diztronic again.
Thanks for your feedback and trying out the Diztronic! I really appreciate it. You're experience basically confirms my only concern with the Diztronic.
I use those 3. Zoogue, Magpul, Diztronic. I like them all. Magpul for solid feel. Zoogue for easy fingertip grip. Diztronic for the simple lines and the square edges that help make up for lack of ribs.
2 more: Also using Apple leather and Speck Candyshell Grip.
2 more: Also using Apple leather and Speck Candyshell Grip.