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Jet Black vs. Black Pics
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Here are a few photos. Back has Zagg original invisashield skin on it, the front has Zagg Glass+ on it and the case is a gel/silicone one I got on Amazon for $3.00.
http://imgur.com/a/zKxbi
http://imgur.com/a/zKxbi
Not necessarily. More people could be (or rather, they spend more time) checking out the JB because it's the advertised model and most different from the rest of the lineup. Likewise, Rose Gold was handled far more than Gold last year.
Either way, it's not an accurate representation. Any iPhone rocked naked would go in and out of the pants pocket and hence be self cleaning.
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Nice screen protector, but putting it in a case defeats the purpose of admiring its beauty. In my opinion of course. I would put a thin back wrap to protect the back from scratches, and use it naked.
I've ordered a leather sleeve from Joli originals to protect it when I'm on the move. But when I'm using it, it will still be naked.
I like the feel of metal in my hand
Maybe, but I don't seem notice new treads started by JB owners "justifying" it as I do matte. But either way but which ever you want...don't base your choice on what other people like and enjoy your phone.
I'm very OCD and the finger prints may bother me, only time will tell. But the matte displays at Apple Store also have finger prints, due to the matte finish they are not as obvious from a distance, and also seem to not clean off as easy due to the none glossy finish. It's an everyday item and at the end of the day, do you really have the time to worry about such nonsense.
Enjoy the 7 now because in a year we will be getting something new anyway.
Jet Black is reminding me of the iPhone 3GS.. I spent an inordinate amount of time cleaning that phone.
I already do that with the screen sometimes as it is and feel like that...I don't wanna feel like that with the ENTIRE phone, lol. Even in a clear case, if I saw smudges and fingerprints, I would wanna get rid of em
I agree, that's why I have a skin from Zagg on the back. Only posted the case, for a reference as many people seem to be considering a thin clear case. I order that it came before phone and put phone in it immediately, without ever touching the back, until I was able to get the skin for the back.
Technically, the actual back of my phone has never been touched by fingers.
Yet you thought Apple should have used a glass back with the iPhone 7? If you're that way with the screen, you'd be the same way with the glass back too.
Actually, I don't think the fingerprints would bother me nearly as much as the scratches and light swirls.
Maybe that turns out to be a non issue, no idea! I agree though. I could care less what others like and picked my color/size based on my preference.
I did kinda wish the matte came with a brushed SS apple logo, so that bit I was jealous of on the JB.
EDIT: enjoy your pick too!
That is really the only thing I dislike about the matte. In my own head, I would think the JB would be the all blacked out logo, but I am glad it is not.
Looks better case less. Having a skin inside a case is over kill imo. I thought the purpose of JB was to flaunt it? Clear cases are hideous. =\
Jet Black is reminding me of the iPhone 3GS.. I spent an inordinate amount of time cleaning that phone.
It's indeed the same way. However, it's no different from buying a black car. You're basically trading higher maintenance for the look. Some say nothing looks better than a well-maintained black car.
I have the JB and simply allow it to be self cleaning of fingerprints each time I put it in and out of the pocket. The only thing that truly annoys me is smears/squeaks on the Apple logo, in which case I'd take the time to clean that area. However, the Apple logo on the iPhone 7 has been scratch free so far, unlike that on the 3G/3GS which would get scratched up within a few days.
The JB does feel better in the hand compared to matte aluminum, and it's more grippy to boot. That might be an important factor for those who rock their iPhones naked.
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How can someone spend thousands on a guitar and live with scratches on the front and back? I bought a guitar back in 2004, played it only a few times since. Still looks pristine. I wish there was a case I can play it in. I see guitars from the legends and they're all dinged up from playing and from belt buckles.
My wife's phone and watch are scratched and dinged from just a year of use. She just shrugs it off and carries on. They've survived thousands of miles of travel and dozens of fossil excavations.
I was thinking of covering my guitar in Saran Wrap. I did that with the Magic Mouse. Works great. Wonder if I could do that with the jet black iPhone. Hmm.
My wife's phone and watch are scratched and dinged from just a year of use. She just shrugs it off and carries on. They've survived thousands of miles of travel and dozens of fossil excavations.
I was thinking of covering my guitar in Saran Wrap. I did that with the Magic Mouse. Works great. Wonder if I could do that with the jet black iPhone. Hmm.
Does Zagg sell skins for the back as well? I was searching their website and couldn't find any. Thought they only sold tempered glass protectors for the front
I'd say 80% of the iphones I see are cased up..
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nawoo for the win!
I really like clear back cases -which have black on the sides. check out the "ringke fusion iphone case black" as an example. they tend to blend in very well
Jet black or matte black. We are all the same
#blacklivesmatter
#blacklivesmatter
There ain't no Zagg skin for the back of an iPhone. Only front tempered glass screen protection.
Some other less famous brands that sell Tempered glass screen protectors do include a thin skin for the back of the iPhone as well
I saw them in my local apple reseller today. I think that should do it for me.
Use it naked, but tucked in a Joli originals sleeve while on the go
Some other less famous brands that sell Tempered glass screen protectors do include a thin skin for the back of the iPhone as well
I saw them in my local apple reseller today. I think that should do it for me.
Use it naked, but tucked in a Joli originals sleeve while on the go
Yes there is, it is just their basic glass though. They have had back skin phone protectors forever.
Do you mind sharing the link to that here? I can't seem to find it on their page.
I searched zagg skins and it showed that the line was discontinued. So I don't see how they would be able to make a skin for the new iphone 7