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I need a great bumper case for my black iPhone 5S
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I bought the Spigen Ultra Hybrid case for my 5s and so far, I really love it. It's basically a bumper, but it has a clear back which you can leave as is or add graphics.
I've also got the Ringke Fusion coming in the mail, which is essentially the same thing, just a different company.
I've also got the Ringke Fusion coming in the mail, which is essentially the same thing, just a different company.
Bought this off ebay uk with metal blue color for my silver i5s...hope it will look good..I decided on the black bumper since it will get less notably 'dirty' in the long run.
hmm I'm interested into this one too with the new campaign color. However the reviews on amazon made me a little weary. Does it slip off easily/often when you're pulling the phone out of a pocket?
This one (Scosche) is cool. Installation is literally a snap for this metal bumper (with a gray soft liner), no screws or tools needed.
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Sosche Railkase
Some do not. I have this case and have experience zero drop in signal strength.
"With so much protection, it's hard to imagine how RAILkase wouldn't hinder cellular signal strength. The high impact polycarbonate bridge prevents signal loss - making sure that you never miss an important call or text."
Spelling error: Scosche
Correction: There was a slight signal drop so I guess the one I had really did
Some do not. I have this case and have experience zero drop in signal strength.
"With so much protection, it's hard to imagine how RAILkase wouldn't hinder cellular signal strength. The high impact polycarbonate bridge prevents signal loss - making sure that you never miss an important call or text."
Spelling error: Scosche
Correction: There was a slight signal drop so I guess the one I had really did
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I bought the White + Clear generic from Ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/37069063543...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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Quality is solid BUT the hole for the connector does not fit my Monoprice Lightning cable. Major bummer.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/37069063543...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Quality is solid BUT the hole for the connector does not fit my Monoprice Lightning cable. Major bummer.
4th design T type 3: http://www.4thdesign.net/product/t_type3/2nd_t_type3_te.php
Hands down the sexiest bumper I've seen. Having used aluminum bumpers before, signal loss has never been an issue. A review on this case by gadgetmac showed a loss of one bar iirc, which ain't too bad.
Hands down the sexiest bumper I've seen. Having used aluminum bumpers before, signal loss has never been an issue. A review on this case by gadgetmac showed a loss of one bar iirc, which ain't too bad.
You could do the AL13 bumper as well if you like the T Type 3, but I advise against aluminum bumpers due to signal loss on your phone.
AL13 Designed by M
I just bought the avivo rail system, I'm planning to use it as a bumper sometimes and a full case others... It looks awesome and has good reviews so I am hoping it turns out to be just what I want..
I'll post some thoughts and photos when I get it. There is a good review on here, and the promo code listed in it still worked for me yesterday.
I'll post some thoughts and photos when I get it. There is a good review on here, and the promo code listed in it still worked for me yesterday.
Dang that is sweet! I may have to step it up and give this aluminum bumper a shot. Thinking about black, titanium gray or the tactical edition for my space gray iPhone 5S. The tactical edition looks like a cool olive green military color.
What about if you engraved:
"Look, look, it is an iPhone 5S not just a 5!!!!!!11"
on the phone itself?
Maybe people will like you better...
"Look, look, it is an iPhone 5S not just a 5!!!!!!11"
on the phone itself?
Maybe people will like you better...
+1 for the Avivo rail. I have been using mine for a couple of months now and it has been spectacular. Plus the ability to use a back when wanted is a great option. Highly recommend it! I spoke to their customer service and they might be bringing the aluminum rail back soon as well
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Yeah, I found this out the hard way
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Do third party lightening cables fit? Can't tell from pictures if the hole/port is large enough to accommodate it.
Yeah, I found this out the hard way
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Do third party lightening cables fit? Can't tell from pictures if the hole/port is large enough to accommodate it.
I use the oem cable with mine, but I have heard that some third party cables work. They'd have to be on the small side though.