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That’s crazy how similar the dot patterns are on the PR and Caudabe. It makes me wonder if they’re using the same supplier in China.Andar Aspen in Moss is def an honorable mention
L to R - PR Air, Frosty Syn, Apple sili, Nomad horween, Andar
Just looking at the profiles of these, the Apple and Andar look like they’d be the most comfortable in the hand.
Got mine within a week (black Horween), case is absolutely okay. Had the nomad with the wiiiide open CC before this one and this is fine as well. The open bottom RL also sounds good.
Ordered a dbrand ghost for the 17 Pro Max via Best Buy. Hopefully it ships before November 12th like its being advertised.
I always thought this same thing. Caudabe & Phone Rebel using the same, off the beaten path sweat shop to produce their cases. Both companies always a dollar short and 6 months late to the game
Here's the "green" Totallee. Not very green, still nice and thin. I think my Totallee cases are my favs... other than my:
Andar Aspen (Technically Red)
Thinborne Aramid
Totallee Black
Nomad Black Leather magnetic back...
*I added the ESR MagSafe ring to this one, not entirely sure I will keep that ring. I wish someone made a ring that was super thin, though that may not be possible and still add much magnetic ability
🤣
There may be one more on the horizon... the Pitaka, but only when available in reasonable time on Amazon.
stop..... me..... now
Andar Aspen (Technically Red)
Thinborne Aramid
Totallee Black
Nomad Black Leather magnetic back...
*I added the ESR MagSafe ring to this one, not entirely sure I will keep that ring. I wish someone made a ring that was super thin, though that may not be possible and still add much magnetic ability
🤣
There may be one more on the horizon... the Pitaka, but only when available in reasonable time on Amazon.
stop..... me..... now
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Good observation. They are the most comfortable to hold out of the cases shown.
ah i see, i tried to like the 17PM this year i just couldn't, im pretty sure this year if i hated the Air i would of just went back to my 16PM for another year until the iPhone fold released next year. this is the first time no matter how much better the 17PM is i wouldn't use it based on aesthetics alone lol also im a caseless type person and the aluminum just felt so cheap. i would much rather use the apple magsafe battery on the air for battery problems
So, it's October 10th and only one guy on the forums has received their Paragon?
I dont blame you one bit. The 16PM feels more solid in hand over the 17PM. Titanium is impressive. I want Apple to slap two of those Airs together and give me a Fold. People were complaining how the usb-c is not centered on the Air that’s because it’ll be even slimmer next year to accommodate the Fold. Charge me $3000 i dont care lol …the OG Pixel design was the perfect aspect ratio for a phone that opens into a small tablet. If Apple really does the passport style Fold, I’m a day one buyer.
Update on my Mous Limitless.
I purchased a different case of Amazon and received it today. It has no sharp edges and the TPU actually feels softer. It’s much better than my first case that I’ll be returning. I’m pretty happy with this one.
I purchased a different case of Amazon and received it today. It has no sharp edges and the TPU actually feels softer. It’s much better than my first case that I’ll be returning. I’m pretty happy with this one.
You have AT&T next up anytime?
Darn that Liz!
Yea get what you’re saying about what you mentioned comfortable in the hand. The common factor is how the Andar and Apple sil aren’t as boxy and more “chamfered” rounded corners if that makes sense.
Picked up the Torras Ostand R Air Case. Overall a really nice case with great fit, good buttons and a solid stand, just wish it was more grippy.
Couldn’t find any reviews of this case online but it’s like a more subtle version of the Q3 Air case. The ring stand is different and doesn’t have the text on the back. I think this also has darker accents, which I prefer.
Couldn’t find any reviews of this case online but it’s like a more subtle version of the Q3 Air case. The ring stand is different and doesn’t have the text on the back. I think this also has darker accents, which I prefer.
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Okay, after using the Sheath precise since Monday, I have to admit it's an excellent case. I believe this is a good choice to keep your phone and camera plateau scratch free. Just took the case off after a week of use and the phone was spotless, dust free and still perfect inside of the case. No Magsafe bulge yet and I've used it on my Magsafe mount in my car for over 200 miles this week.
The only cons I have are the loose and rattling buttons and the pinky area is a little rough on the backside area.
Hopefully they will ship my Paragon precise someday.
The only cons I have are the loose and rattling buttons and the pinky area is a little rough on the backside area.
Hopefully they will ship my Paragon precise someday.
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Finally got bluebonnet to refund me today. Took me sending 7 messages asking to cancel to get it cancelled
Don't worry we got til the 27th until mid October is over!
A little bit, but not bad. Had the case on since launch day, looks great, and took a couple of small falls due to clumsiness. It definitely did its job protecting.
Oh god. I just ordered today. I then saw all the posts about how the “2 left in stock” thing was fake and it’s shown that for weeks, so I emailed them requesting a cancellation if it’s indeed not in stock. This was their response
Ok this didn’t last long. The bottom lip made swiping annoying and the magnet felt weaker than the Ghost.
Guess I’ll continue to use the Ghost until something better comes along
The latest from Caudabe 😂
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Email received this morning:
Hi there,
Hope all’s well. Our iPhone 17 collection has been our most successful launch yet, and we owe that to you. We’re incredibly grateful for the amazing support we’ve received from our customers over the years.
That said, we also apologize deeply for the delay. This has been an incredibly challenging time for our team, but we're working as hard as we can to get your order to you as soon as possible. For the very latest updates, we've created a shipping updates page on our self-service portal. This page also contains a new spreadsheet that details the shipping status for every iPhone 17 series product we offer. You'll be able to more easily track the shipping status for your particular item(s).
To summarize the major reasons for the delay:
Again, sincere apologies for the delay. We know how excited you are to receive your order, and we don't want to let you down. Over here at Caudabe HQ, it's all hands on deck at the moment. We wouldn't exist without you, and we absolutely don't take that for granted.
Thank you again!
Team Caudabe
Shipping timelines
Email received this morning:
Hi there,
Hope all’s well. Our iPhone 17 collection has been our most successful launch yet, and we owe that to you. We’re incredibly grateful for the amazing support we’ve received from our customers over the years.
That said, we also apologize deeply for the delay. This has been an incredibly challenging time for our team, but we're working as hard as we can to get your order to you as soon as possible. For the very latest updates, we've created a shipping updates page on our self-service portal. This page also contains a new spreadsheet that details the shipping status for every iPhone 17 series product we offer. You'll be able to more easily track the shipping status for your particular item(s).
To summarize the major reasons for the delay:
- Demand for our products is the highest we've ever experienced in our 13-year history, which is creating a backlog of orders we're working through. We began fulfilling preorders on September 22nd and continue to expedite orders as fast as possible every single day
- There have been production and logistics delays due to Super Typhoon Ragasa - the strongest storm on record this year - which impacted our factory partners and our shipping carriers. That has led to delays in fulfilling orders and transferring inventory to our other distribution centers
- There was a week-long national holiday from October 1st to October 7th where our Asia warehouse is located. Our shipping carriers were not operating at this time, so this also impacted our ability to transfer inventory to our other distribution centers.
Again, sincere apologies for the delay. We know how excited you are to receive your order, and we don't want to let you down. Over here at Caudabe HQ, it's all hands on deck at the moment. We wouldn't exist without you, and we absolutely don't take that for granted.
Thank you again!
Team Caudabe