I know people who have base models and they don’t look nearly in good shape as the pre 17pro pro models.
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We already have the answer. Assuming it’s engineered properly, titanium will always outperform aluminum. The recent durability tests done by jerryrigeverything and others (as well as Apple’s own statements) indicate that the current Pro models are not as tough as even the ultra-thin, titanium Air.
Is it the same aluminum as previous base models? If yes, most of the past base models always have “chipping” especially around the camera rings.
A coworker has black 15 base model and they have a clear skin back and sides. They take care of their iPhone. Slight chipping around the camera ring.
With the 17pro I have a clear skin on the back and sides, screen protector on the front.
I think all the flagship smartphones are made of aluminum.
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Be careful, you may end up on the 💩 list like me 🤣
If you use a protective case, it’s pretty much a moot point—your phone will be fine. If I had a 17 Pro, I probably wouldn’t use it without a case though…
Like I said above the only issue I can see is using a case with an open plateau. The edges of the plateau definitely have a potential having chipping.
ChatGPT wrote that? "I cannot see no end to it".
Writers need not worry about AI just yet.
Just put the C1 case on my 17 PM and my instant thought is that I dislike it although it does look very cool
The lip going around the screen bothers me, buttons aren’t particularly clicky (compared to the TechWoven, I know there’s the price difference) and the phone feels extra bulky
Going to give it a couple days before I decide to return it or not
The lip going around the screen bothers me, buttons aren’t particularly clicky (compared to the TechWoven, I know there’s the price difference) and the phone feels extra bulky
Going to give it a couple days before I decide to return it or not
to sum it up " were sorry our order from aliexpress got held in customs, we will ship your case soon please don't cancel"
Rhinoshield releasing something new; AirX?
Anyone tried it?
rhinoshield.io
This in Ash Black looks cool too:
rhinoshield.io
Their bumpers look HUGE
Anyone tried it?
Redefining Drop Protection Standards: AirX Ultra-Cushioned Phone Case | RHINOSHIELD
Equip your iPhone 17 Pro with an airbag—AirX features a "impact-isolation air cushion" and a "high-toughness, pressure-resistant structure" to deliver multi-layer protection. It effectively absorbs 81% of impact, significantly reducing the risk of internal damage. Its protection doesn't easily...
This in Ash Black looks cool too:
Clear Phone Case iPhone 17 Pro - Anti-Yellowing | RHINOSHIELD
The point of clear cases is that they are CLEAR, so why do they keep turning yellow? Discover our Clear case for iPhone 17 Pro and won't be for you soon.
Their bumpers look HUGE
Good review, thanks. I’m pretty much in the same place as him regarding the trade-offs and so forth.
Nice, I like this one
can you post a picture of the camera control button and let us know how it works?
Hi are there any cases for the iphone 17 pro max where you can swap the buttons out please? Think there could be some Torras ones? TIA
I like the Rhinoshield website as I can select my exact phone and colour, and get a representation of how my green phone will look in their cases.
I bought the ESR clear case quite cheaply from amazon, and it's great quality. Clicky buttons, good camera control thing, great fit. I posted photos earlier.
If it turns yellow in the next 6-8 months, my plan is to buy a Rhinoshield one as I'll probably be in Taiwan then and they're cheaper there!
For different colours? The Rhinoshield website lets you pick from loads of different coloured buttons and you can see (kind of) how they'd look.
I bought the ESR clear case quite cheaply from amazon, and it's great quality. Clicky buttons, good camera control thing, great fit. I posted photos earlier.
If it turns yellow in the next 6-8 months, my plan is to buy a Rhinoshield one as I'll probably be in Taiwan then and they're cheaper there!
For different colours? The Rhinoshield website lets you pick from loads of different coloured buttons and you can see (kind of) how they'd look.
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phonerebel air came in for 17pm Feels Goooood in the Hand! hopefully its a sign of things to come for the Gen7. power button is clicky but the volume and action button are mid. ill wobble them around but im sure they'll break in.
Rhinoshield bumpers are huge.Rhinoshield releasing something new; AirX?
Anyone tried it?
Redefining Drop Protection Standards: AirX Ultra-Cushioned Phone Case | RHINOSHIELD
Equip your iPhone 17 Pro with an airbag—AirX features a "impact-isolation air cushion" and a "high-toughness, pressure-resistant structure" to deliver multi-layer protection. It effectively absorbs 81% of impact, significantly reducing the risk of internal damage. Its protection doesn't easily...
This in Ash Black looks cool too:
Clear Phone Case iPhone 17 Pro - Anti-Yellowing | RHINOSHIELD
The point of clear cases is that they are CLEAR, so why do they keep turning yellow? Discover our Clear case for iPhone 17 Pro and won't be for you soon.
Their bumpers look HUGE