Can anyone test the signal strengths of wifi and cellular networks on the iPhone 4S with an all metal vapor case and with a vapor pro with the plastic corner? I want to know I it still makes a difference with the new antenna design.
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Fake Vapor Pro Reviews
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Pez555
macrumors 68020
The red and silver vapor pro i have has a nice shiny finish to it too, not a matte finish like my other one. Not sure if this means it is better quality or not though...
I really like the look of the all orange/all blue versions as listed here:
http://www.aliexpress.com/fm-store/...-Case-for-iphone-4-Aluminium-Bumper-Case.html
has anyone bought from this seller?
I really like the look of the all orange/all blue versions as listed here:
http://www.aliexpress.com/fm-store/...-Case-for-iphone-4-Aluminium-Bumper-Case.html
has anyone bought from this seller?
thatappleguytoday
macrumors 601
I was gonna order the orange and blue ones myself from this exact seller. I really like the all black with just the orange insert area from a different seller.
How do you pick which color u want from that link u posted?
Is it during checkout?
Pez555
macrumors 68020
yea just make sure they have the colour you want before you buy, email them or ask them a question, or better yet live chat with them if they are online.
be sure to leave a note during checkout too for the exact colour you want.
http://www.aliexpress.com/product-f...hone-4-Aluminium-Bumper-Case-wholesalers.html
Will that fit a 4s? I'm looking for a red Vapor Pro.
Will that fit a 4s? I'm looking for a red Vapor Pro.
Pez555
macrumors 68020
yea but those pics in that listing dont look anywhere near as good as what you could potentially get...unless they havent updated their pics.
thatappleguytoday
macrumors 601
Thanks for your input man, I appreciate it.
Do u suggest getting one with the plastic side or can I get that all black with orange insert area. What's better for reception as I read these fake vapor pros have no reception problems.
What u think
Pez555
macrumors 68020
No problem! I have had no problems whatsoever with reception/gps etc on any of the fake vapor pro's.
i believe they all have the plastic inserts around the bottom left of the antenna, if that is what you mean?
I think the one you are referring to is the black ops version (black aluminium with orange plastic inserts), in which case have a look at the poster who bought this a few pages back.
Hmm, I saw the seller you linked and it's only a couple of dollars more. Might try them once I get my phone - I picked up a white CaseCrown metallic case for $17 shipped to use in the mean time.
Pez555
macrumors 68020
the issue i have with these fake case sellers, is their stock all exactly the same? Now that i have the ideal fake vapor pro case, i dont want to be paying the same amount with another seller and find out the quality is poorer. I am tempted to now just stick to the sellers that i know sell excellent replicas.
I am still awaiting the white too, which i paid $30, slightly more but still a steal if it is anything like the quality of the one i received yesterday...
thatappleguytoday
macrumors 601
Thanks for your help...I am referring to this case, not the black ops
http://www.aliexpress.com/fm-store/...-Case-for-iphone-4-Aluminium-Bumper-Case.html
It's the black with the orange insert area half way down the page
I do however like the all orange and blue versions with the side clear/plastic insert
Thanks for your help
Pez555
macrumors 68020
ah my apologies, didnt see that. Yea i assume that insert is plastic, although it does look a bit metallic to me? Not sure.
I was just wondering do the plastic inserts even matter for the 4S now or could we just find an all aluminum bumper? I was jw since although the plastic is nice I am just not feeling it lol. But it looks like a lot of people are going through Jacky Nie for the fake vapors which seem to me like the one to go to since others have experience with him.
Just wondering, how reputable is the site? I just need to know before entering my credit card info.
Pez555
macrumors 68020
Ask the sellers if they accept paypal first, a few of them do.
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I think they are reputable...AliExpress is owned by Alibaba Group which is big.
AliExpress reminds me of eBay-like but instead of auction, it's a fixed price by different sellers. All the transactions are handled by AliExpress for every sellers.
that's my observation...I used my credit card and i can always dispute for any false charges when I check my balance...
The key thing is finding a reputable seller that's all. Check each seller's feedback before buying...
http://news.alibaba.com/specials/ab...142313189552593&cm_mc_sid_90380547=1319324406
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I'm looking for a white version...but I read several negative reviews on the white already...and several sellers discouraging in selling the white due to QC problem.
I'm looking forward to your review and pictures of the white version 🙂
AliExpress reminds me of eBay-like but instead of auction, it's a fixed price by different sellers. All the transactions are handled by AliExpress for every sellers.
that's my observation...I used my credit card and i can always dispute for any false charges when I check my balance...
The key thing is finding a reputable seller that's all. Check each seller's feedback before buying...
http://news.alibaba.com/specials/ab...142313189552593&cm_mc_sid_90380547=1319324406
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I'm looking for a white version...but I read several negative reviews on the white already...and several sellers discouraging in selling the white due to QC problem.
I'm looking forward to your review and pictures of the white version 🙂
BigDogg
macrumors member
Ali Express Black Ops
Hey guys,
Just giving you an update. I received the black ops case replica and a genuine blood red/ black from element as can be seen below.
black ops case
blood red
I chose the free shipping from china, and it took approx, a 10 days to arrive (suspiciously the same time as from Element). Jacky from aliexpress.com answered multiple questions from me while Element answered none of my questions or concerns.
Edit I posted the link to a different black ops case, so I corrected it.
After using each case, I have to say I am thoroughly impressed by the quality of the china black ops case. These guys went to a lot of trouble to insure that it is quite hard to tell a difference, and i have to say they did a good job. I don't have time to post pics now, but I will note a couple of my observations of the minute differences. On the inner lining of the cases exists a thin foam insert to prevent scratching, and assist with reception. I actually like the quality of the knockoff inserts over the element inserts, they look a tad more substantial and the genuine honestly looks like the knockoff in that instance. The only major give away is the color of the plastic being a more yellowish instead of orange hue, but only a trained eye would notice this. I know the cases I'm comparing are different, but the aluminum of the genuine makes a satisfying "ringing" sound when your fingers or hand slide over it which of course happens fairly frequently; the knockoff is missing this, but I cannot guarantee that the genuine black ops would even have this quality. And I'm not 100% sure what that even means, is it higher quality aluminum or the finish being matte/ glossy that affects this?
Anyway, again I am very impressed, and pretty shocked, the cases are identical, the torque keychain, the certificate of authenticity, and even the fonts on the boxes (and yes they both say "made in USA"). The only differences you will find are those listed above, and as I am comparing two slightly diff cases, I can't even guarantee the genuine would be any different.
This turned out longer than I wanted but I hope it helps some individual out there make up their mind.
I can post pics if anyone wants to see anything, just let me know. Have a good night.
-Big Dogg
Hey guys,
Just giving you an update. I received the black ops case replica and a genuine blood red/ black from element as can be seen below.
black ops case
blood red
I chose the free shipping from china, and it took approx, a 10 days to arrive (suspiciously the same time as from Element). Jacky from aliexpress.com answered multiple questions from me while Element answered none of my questions or concerns.
Edit I posted the link to a different black ops case, so I corrected it.
After using each case, I have to say I am thoroughly impressed by the quality of the china black ops case. These guys went to a lot of trouble to insure that it is quite hard to tell a difference, and i have to say they did a good job. I don't have time to post pics now, but I will note a couple of my observations of the minute differences. On the inner lining of the cases exists a thin foam insert to prevent scratching, and assist with reception. I actually like the quality of the knockoff inserts over the element inserts, they look a tad more substantial and the genuine honestly looks like the knockoff in that instance. The only major give away is the color of the plastic being a more yellowish instead of orange hue, but only a trained eye would notice this. I know the cases I'm comparing are different, but the aluminum of the genuine makes a satisfying "ringing" sound when your fingers or hand slide over it which of course happens fairly frequently; the knockoff is missing this, but I cannot guarantee that the genuine black ops would even have this quality. And I'm not 100% sure what that even means, is it higher quality aluminum or the finish being matte/ glossy that affects this?
Anyway, again I am very impressed, and pretty shocked, the cases are identical, the torque keychain, the certificate of authenticity, and even the fonts on the boxes (and yes they both say "made in USA"). The only differences you will find are those listed above, and as I am comparing two slightly diff cases, I can't even guarantee the genuine would be any different.
This turned out longer than I wanted but I hope it helps some individual out there make up their mind.
I can post pics if anyone wants to see anything, just let me know. Have a good night.
-Big Dogg
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thanks for the review BigDogg.
I don't expect perfection from a $25 knockoff vs. $150+ genuine. Who knows, maybe Element Case outsource it to China already for cost saving....
I'm not surprised that China makes decent knockoff. China is the one that is making the iPhone that we are using right now 🙂
I don't expect perfection from a $25 knockoff vs. $150+ genuine. Who knows, maybe Element Case outsource it to China already for cost saving....
I'm not surprised that China makes decent knockoff. China is the one that is making the iPhone that we are using right now 🙂
Enough talk, please POST PICTURES if you have the damn case. I want to see actual pictures with it on the phone. THANKS! Tired of seeing the pictures from Aliexpress and want to see real pictures before I make my purchase! It would be nice to see if any with white Iphones post some pics if you have them too.
I've read and saw each post. Only two phones actually have the case on them. I'm hoping someone with a white iphone post pictures or one with a all white vapor post one.
Or better yet a white iPhone with this case.
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