Strictly preference. Apple has a lot accessories that don’t really align with some consumers, mainly because of the price point and some of the functionality isn’t what I would use. I prefer the leather portfolio cases, but for some, I can see why they would want this. Again, it really comes down to personal preference.
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Hands-On With the Leather Sleeve for iPhone 12 Models
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Strictly preference. Apple has a lot accessories that don’t really align with some consumers, mainly because of the price point and some of the functionality isn’t what I would use. I prefer the leather portfolio cases, but for some, I can see why they would want this. Again, it really comes down to personal preference.
I still have an iPod Sock in a box somewhere. I can't imagine paying $129 for what will inevitably be a phone launcher.
This is what I’m thinking. A briefcase, a purse, something where it needs to stay protected but not readily available.
We agree, the sleeve best serves the market where it stays in the sleeve, AirPods, homepods, iPads, even computers. The phone becomes a protected accessory. Not for most, but for some. Whether they find it a value or not is no skin (pun intended) off my teeth. I applaud Apple daring to make products for people other than the masses. increases the chances they will make something unique that I like.
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Why would anyone use this to clip their $1200 phone to a book bag? Talk about an easy robbery.
Hmm...folks use a case to protect from drops; Apple introduces a case that you have to take off to a make a call. A very drop-inducing process if there ever was one.
The slim-line box the phone came in virtually achieves the same function; granted not quite as colourful but at least it’s “free”
The slim-line box the phone came in virtually achieves the same function; granted not quite as colourful but at least it’s “free”
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But you can’t see who is calling? You can’t reject a call? You can’t stop it ringing?
Leather sleeves for iPhones have been around for a while now. Don’t get what all the negative reaction is about.
If it doesn’t suit your needs, then don’t buy it.
If it doesn’t suit your needs, then don’t buy it.
Why? Is the iPhone leaking or what?
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Oh my gosh. that's not the point!
A $129 case from a 2 trillion dollar company should let you answer the freaking phone!
Stop giving apple every excuse to make bad absurd products. This should do much more.
I make my own sleeve each time I get a new phone. I’m on my 4th sleeve. They’re useful.
This is the perfect gift for that special person in your life who already has a $1000 monitor stand. ?
All I wanted is another wallet case from Apple - instead they release this useless phone condom which is even dangerous for the product it is supposed to protect (all tightly fitting sleeves run the danger of scratching screens if any dust gets inside).
I apologize to Dan, MacRumors, and other members here for unknowingly providing bad information. Prior to testing the leather sleeve on Friday, I had turned on auto call and forgot it was on. When I was testing the sleeve, every time I tapped on the display window, the phone answered. I did not realize at the time that i still had auto answer on until late last night.
It is not possible (under normal settings) to answer the iPhone while the phone is in the sleeve.
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This thing 'mostly' fits my use-case. I put my phone in a pouch when it's rattling around in my bag with my keys and my lunchbox. When it's in my pocket, I don't use a case, because that would be annoying. The 'mostly' is because of the little window, and the large price.