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Good protective iPhone 4s case
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I got the otter box reflex and I am liking it. At first I thought it was a little slick to hold but like the design and how I can slide off the bottom to put it in a dock. The shock "air gap" seems to be a good design. It doesn't add much bulk to the phone, IMHO.
http://www.otterbox.com/reflex-series-cases/reflex-series-cases,default,sc.html
http://www.otterbox.com/reflex-series-cases/reflex-series-cases,default,sc.html
urgh, that otterbox case is hideous 
is there something that looks more stylish/sophisticated.
Too be honest, I'm unlikely to drop the phone, I just need something like a fabric case that will protect the screen and back from scratches/dents
is there something that looks more stylish/sophisticated.
Too be honest, I'm unlikely to drop the phone, I just need something like a fabric case that will protect the screen and back from scratches/dents
urgh, that otterbox case is hideous
is there something that looks more stylish/sophisticated.
Too be honest, I'm unlikely to drop the phone, I just need something like a fabric case that will protect the screen and back from scratches/dents
Thats what I said, than tuesday afternoon my phone literally jumped out my pocket and landed on pavement. Im still trying to figure out how that happened.
Not sure what Im going to do..I love the look of the iP4s naked, but I would date for the replacement I got to get scratched or chipped.
Love my SwitchEasy TRIM case, and the price can't be beat for the protection. Best review on iLounge.
I got the LifeProof, it's fantastic. I however had some echo issues on mine, and I bought it at Best Buy and made sure that it was the Gen 2 version, but had it. I ended up fixing it on my own after e-mailing their customer support and they never replied back.
I'd recommend it because it's the thinnest protective case out there. I had the Otterbox and it unfortunately felt too bulky and it let a lot of dust get in the case because of my job and it ended up scratching up my old iPhone 4. The LifeProof is dust proof thankfully.
I'd recommend it because it's the thinnest protective case out there. I had the Otterbox and it unfortunately felt too bulky and it let a lot of dust get in the case because of my job and it ended up scratching up my old iPhone 4. The LifeProof is dust proof thankfully.
I had the NEW iPhone 4s OtterBox Commuter and ended up returning it along with the new Defender series. The case was nice but the charging port wouldn't stay closed and drove me nuts. My only problem with the new Defender case is that the built in screen protector would move every time I tapped the screen which also drove me nuts.
I got the Speck Candyshell with my iPhone 4S and I think it would do an excellent job of protection, and it's pretty nice. I hate how clunky and big it makes the phone though, so I took it off. Might just have to take my chances going naked, it's so much nicer that way.
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I have the case-mate "barely there" case. I'm not a fan of cases but I love this one. My friends have also commented on how nice it is.
I have the case-mate "barely there" case. I'm not a fan of cases but I love this one. My friends have also commented on how nice it is.
I also have the Barely There case and I love it. I also just order an Element Case, very cool looking, all metal case, expensive but way cool!!
I'd recommend the Otterbox Commuter or Speck Candyshell if you're looking for something thin yet protective. Don't trust anything less than a candyshell since my last iPhone cracked while in an incase slider. I'm currently using my white 4S with a white candyshell and really liking how the smooth plastic feels opposed to a silicone case which is harder to get in and out of the pocket. I attached some pics of my current setup:
I got the LifeProof, it's fantastic. I however had some echo issues on mine, and I bought it at Best Buy and made sure that it was the Gen 2 version, but had it. I ended up fixing it on my own after e-mailing their customer support and they never replied back.
I'd recommend it because it's the thinnest protective case out there. I had the Otterbox and it unfortunately felt too bulky and it let a lot of dust get in the case because of my job and it ended up scratching up my old iPhone 4. The LifeProof is dust proof thankfully.
thats because where your speakers are, theres a gasket there that keeps water etc out, it will work but it has to be securely in there, if theres a leak and not completely SETTED gaskets around the speakers etc, you will echo. i fixed my own, because i foiund out mine werent set in all way
amazing case, really is.
LifeProof case is very nice and protects your iPhone from everything, I was looking for shock proof case it does the job. My problem is with the sound both ways, I have to yell to the phone in order to be heard and vice versa
They should improve that
I ordered a Griffin Survivor and had it waiting before the 4S showed up.
My mom had an Otterbox Defender (I think) sitting around that she wasn't using so that went on my wife's 4S until she finds something she likes better.
I am very happy with the Survivor.
Both have a hard shell on the inside and a soft exterior. The Otterbox exterior is too soft though, it's tacky. Attracts hair and feels sticky.
The (charging) port cover on the Otterbox is flimsy and doesn't pop back into place easily.
All of the covers on the Survivor stay put and go back in nicely.
The Otterbox leaves the rear camera perpetually exposed, but the case around the camera on the Survivor does reflect the flash when used in low lighting. If I REALLY need to use the flash for some pics I take the camera out of the case, but it hasn't happened since my testing phase.
I bought the Survivor before I had the phone because I KNEW I needed a tough case. My last phone was beat up horribly. I drop them all the time. Shortly after getting the phone I ended up dropping the phone 4 feet into dirt at a Corn-maze repeatedly. Dusted it off and went back to whatever I was doing.
Cases like these add bulk, but if you tend to drop your phone, have kids or pets etc they are a good investment. Your decision ultimately should come down to aesthetics and feel, as there are multiple products with adequate protection. Find one you like.
I have a penchant for hot pink, and found the Survivor in HP with the redesigned notch for holding the camera cover out of the way. Score.
My mom had an Otterbox Defender (I think) sitting around that she wasn't using so that went on my wife's 4S until she finds something she likes better.
I am very happy with the Survivor.
Both have a hard shell on the inside and a soft exterior. The Otterbox exterior is too soft though, it's tacky. Attracts hair and feels sticky.
The (charging) port cover on the Otterbox is flimsy and doesn't pop back into place easily.
All of the covers on the Survivor stay put and go back in nicely.
The Otterbox leaves the rear camera perpetually exposed, but the case around the camera on the Survivor does reflect the flash when used in low lighting. If I REALLY need to use the flash for some pics I take the camera out of the case, but it hasn't happened since my testing phase.
I bought the Survivor before I had the phone because I KNEW I needed a tough case. My last phone was beat up horribly. I drop them all the time. Shortly after getting the phone I ended up dropping the phone 4 feet into dirt at a Corn-maze repeatedly. Dusted it off and went back to whatever I was doing.
Cases like these add bulk, but if you tend to drop your phone, have kids or pets etc they are a good investment. Your decision ultimately should come down to aesthetics and feel, as there are multiple products with adequate protection. Find one you like.
I have a penchant for hot pink, and found the Survivor in HP with the redesigned notch for holding the camera cover out of the way. Score.