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e13ctron aluminum case Full Review
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This case works fine with the Logitech dock. I have 2 of these dock, one a work and one at home, and the e13ctron case works fine with either one.
Here you go. Can't use the dock adapters though.
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Photos even! Thanks folks.
I've a feeling when my "vacation" pay and tax returns come in, I might finally get that iPhone 4 - and that case does look nice
look what i got today!!!
initial impression:
wow!
pros:
beautiful, smooth, and feels really nice in the hand.
no signal problems, gps will be tested later.
i love my blade, but this is more than love at first sight! its just beautiful! pictures can't justify it. you have to see it and touch it.
i don't wanna be bashed here but i've tried and used few aluminum cases, including the popular ones here. but IMHO, this is on the league of their own. like i said, IMHO.
cons:
packaging, it came in an ordinary box for shipping. but in fairness, its well packed and it came to me in perfect condition.
installing is not that easy, but not difficult at all. the screws are really small, but with proper technique it won't be that hard to put in.
over all, i think my search for the right case and aluminum bumpers stops here! i will stick with this one for a very long time!
now here's some pics for you guys!
and with the Blade:
initial impression:
wow!
pros:
beautiful, smooth, and feels really nice in the hand.
no signal problems, gps will be tested later.
i love my blade, but this is more than love at first sight! its just beautiful! pictures can't justify it. you have to see it and touch it.
i don't wanna be bashed here but i've tried and used few aluminum cases, including the popular ones here. but IMHO, this is on the league of their own. like i said, IMHO.
cons:
packaging, it came in an ordinary box for shipping. but in fairness, its well packed and it came to me in perfect condition.
installing is not that easy, but not difficult at all. the screws are really small, but with proper technique it won't be that hard to put in.
over all, i think my search for the right case and aluminum bumpers stops here! i will stick with this one for a very long time!
now here's some pics for you guys!
and with the Blade:
Thanks!!! I really love this case. Now I'm rocking the Red one.
Order one, you won't regret it.
Just an update, my gps and Papago works fine!
Which affects reception less? Blade or E13ctron??
Gosh my JETT case doesn't seem so impressive anymore...
Agreed, sad.
Which affects reception less? Blade or E13ctron??
Gosh my JETT case doesn't seem so impressive anymore...
They both doesn't affect my signal and wifi.
The Blade made my gps on my Papago very slow. Can't follow me when I drive.
The e13ctron has no issues with my gps and Papago.
Maybe you're right. But they really look good so I'm gonna enjoy them one at a time. I'm in the mood for Red now since Christmas is coming soon!
man i will buy this case my blade i think is lost i contact the seller 4 times and no replys i will open a case on ebay and buy this case
Not to take anything away from the e13ctron case (as it simply looks terrific), but I continue to not be sold on a case/bumper which has almost no lay on the table design, no protective back for additional protection (like the Xcel Case), and in general, no "grippy" material to prevent it from sliding off surfaces or your hand.
Bumpers are nice, and I like what e13ctron, Blade, Atomic, Vapor et al are doing with aluminum cases, but when it comes down to protecting my $300 investment with a slightly heavier and not as svelte case versus pure looks and weight, I'll opt for extra protection every time.
In essence, I'd like to see more companies produce full aluminum cases, like the Xcel Case. Aluminum bumpers just dont provide the protection I need.
Bumpers are nice, and I like what e13ctron, Blade, Atomic, Vapor et al are doing with aluminum cases, but when it comes down to protecting my $300 investment with a slightly heavier and not as svelte case versus pure looks and weight, I'll opt for extra protection every time.
In essence, I'd like to see more companies produce full aluminum cases, like the Xcel Case. Aluminum bumpers just dont provide the protection I need.
good news!
i have just been exchanging emails with Jacob of e13ctron and he told me that they will be selling half pieces of the case at the end of this week!
so it means we can have varieties of color combinations! cool!
JonMPLS, here's the answer to your question!
just check their website at the end of this week.
i have just been exchanging emails with Jacob of e13ctron and he told me that they will be selling half pieces of the case at the end of this week!
so it means we can have varieties of color combinations! cool!
JonMPLS, here's the answer to your question!
just check their website at the end of this week.
sorry to hear about your situation man, mine came in after 4 days. Jun is usually fast on replying, i'm wondering why he never replied to you. maybe filing a case to ebay and paypal is the best you can do now.
goodluck man!
Thanks to open a case on ebay i till wait to dec 27 to open it lets se the case is shiped on nov 29 and today is the day that is not arrieved
a little comparison between the E13ctron and Blade:
Blade design:
Blade has a very unique design, very modern and rugged.
Blade has the power and volume buttons, makes it nice and easy to push the volume up and down, and the power on and off.
but the 4 corners where the screws are the cons for me. its tough for my hands, sometimes it hurts when i'm holding it because its sharp.
E13ctron design:
e13ctron design is smooth, simple but elegant.
it feels good holding it, because all the edges and corners are smooth. the craftmanship of this case is great. the design makes it look slimmer than the blade and also it makes it easier to hold. the look and feel are the advantages of this case for me.
the cut outs for the power and the volume are the cons for me. its not that bad, but just a little deep to push.
signal and gps issues:
both has no signal issues for me.
but the Blade has an issue when i use my Papago, the gps is very slow, sometimes its cut and searching for satellite signal. iPhone maps works.
e13ctron, no gps issues.
hands down, the e13ctron wins on this department.
over all, i love these cases. and i think i will stop buying cases for now. i got 2 of the best aluminum cases out there in the market.
hmmm, maybe ill try the Vapor and Atomic Hybrid too.
but next year! when im not broke anymore!
cheers guys!!!
Blade design:
Blade has a very unique design, very modern and rugged.
Blade has the power and volume buttons, makes it nice and easy to push the volume up and down, and the power on and off.
but the 4 corners where the screws are the cons for me. its tough for my hands, sometimes it hurts when i'm holding it because its sharp.
E13ctron design:
e13ctron design is smooth, simple but elegant.
it feels good holding it, because all the edges and corners are smooth. the craftmanship of this case is great. the design makes it look slimmer than the blade and also it makes it easier to hold. the look and feel are the advantages of this case for me.
the cut outs for the power and the volume are the cons for me. its not that bad, but just a little deep to push.
signal and gps issues:
both has no signal issues for me.
but the Blade has an issue when i use my Papago, the gps is very slow, sometimes its cut and searching for satellite signal. iPhone maps works.
e13ctron, no gps issues.
hands down, the e13ctron wins on this department.
over all, i love these cases. and i think i will stop buying cases for now. i got 2 of the best aluminum cases out there in the market.
hmmm, maybe ill try the Vapor and Atomic Hybrid too.
but next year! when im not broke anymore!
cheers guys!!!
The S4 provides protection on both the front and back when laying it down, the edges are slightly taller than the phone's faces. Or is that what you mean by "almost"?