Seidio Innocase Rugged Quick Review

Sulaco said:
Thanks Chris, does the Innocase have any felt lining like the otterbox, or is it 'just' rubber? Also you spoke previously of a 'longer' review. Could you post a link? I'm waiting on a Vapor, however after yours, and White/Rhinos posts I'm really liking this case, talk about chalk and cheese. A friend has an otterbox for his 3Gs, he says it's water proof. From what you said I hope he never has to count on that. If the Innocase has no lining do you feel the phone will be 'scratched by the case' I've seen that happen before to 3's. Any away thanks for your help / advice.
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The Innocase (which is the inner most part of the "Rugged" case), has a complete felt liner that protects the back of the phone. It's not going to scratch the back of the iPhone 4 at all. Remember that the Innocase slider case itself acts as the hard plastic interior of the Otterbox, and then the 2-piece Rugged kit goes over that. So you are never removing the Innocase even when using the Rugged case, unless you are wanting to go with a totally naked iPhone. I really haven't had time to do a more "lengthy" review, but I've been adding to this one and answering questions as posters ask them. And as far as the 3GS Otterbox being waterproof, the Defender is water "resistant" (meaning it could possibly handle a slight spray), as it has thin paper-like membranes covering the holes for the ear speaker and bottom mic and speaker. But many people complained about those coverings muting volume and muffling sound, so Otterbox didn't design them into the new Defender for the iPhone 4. Those openings on the new Defender are left completely open for sound to travel through unimpeded.

Added: Here's a pic of the interior lining of the case
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Thanks again Chris. I've really no idea where I thought I'd seen you write about a longer review, I can't find it now but I'd swear I'd seen it somewhere. Anyway I'm going to look for suppliers in the UK and think I'll give this one a try. I'm on a bumper and two sheets of Zagg at the moment. I'm wondering how I'll cope with the phone being so much 'bulkier'.
 
Sulaco said:
Thanks again Chris. I've really no idea where I thought I'd seen you write about a longer review, I can't find it now but I'd swear I'd seen it somewhere. Anyway I'm going to look for suppliers in the UK and think I'll give this one a try. I'm on a bumper and two sheets of Zagg at the moment. I'm wondering how I'll cope with the phone being so much 'bulkier'.
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With just the inner case on (the Innocase), it's not that much thicker than the iPhone with bumper on. Yes, the Innocase has a back on it, but the thickest parts of the Bumper aren't much thinner than the Innocase. Shouldn't be a huge transition. Now, it will be much different when you install the Rugged case over the top of the Innocase, but that's to be expected. And honestly, I've always felt that the bare iPhone 4 and even iPhone 4 with Bumper was too thin. It's actually uncomfortable for me to hold/use for a long period of time, and I don't have huge hands. Any case makes it more comfortable to hold, at least to me.
 
chris975d said:
I'm not sure I understand. You mean that curved "line" in the felt? That's the seam where the two slider halves meet.
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Ahhh yes that's it. I'd not actually realised that part came in two pieces. The only pictures I'd seen were of it 'as one'. Homer has a sound for realisations such as this. ;)
 
Sulaco said:
How do the two halves hold together when only this piece / case is on the phone?
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There is a tab on one side of the two pieces that locks it with the other half.

Here is a pic of the back, showing how the two halves mate up and the locking tab on the lower piece. The little raised part in the center of the black area on the lower piece is the lock that slides into a groove inside the upper part of the case. This inner case (the green Innocase in the picture) is designed as a separate, stand-alone case from the Rugged system. You can purchase just this case if you want. Additionally, you can buy the Rugged add-on pack that enhances this case and adds the two outer layers of the Rugged system on top of this case. You can also purchase the entire sysem, Innocase and Rugged system as a complete kit, but you can't choose the color of your Innocase that way, and only get a black one.

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I almost ordered the green...after seeing your pictures I'm really glad I didn't. I'm sure part of it is the flash, but it's really bright green. The picture's on Seidio's website make it seem like a much darker green. I think I'm going to get a blue or ash colored Surface next. I'm growing tired of the burgandy.

Seidio's stock photo of the green Innocase Surface.
 

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BDoggPrelude said:
I almost ordered the green...after seeing your pictures I'm really glad I didn't. I'm sure part of it is the flash, but it's really bright green. The picture's on Seidio's website make it seem like a much darker green. I think I'm going to get a blue or ash colored Surface next. I'm growing tired of the burgandy.

Seidio's stock photo of the green Innocase Surface.
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It actually does look just like your picture, that's why I don't like it. It photographs extremely bright for me, which is how I wish it had ended up. But it's actually a dull, almost army green in real life. I wish I had went with the blue (my Innocase for my 3GS was this color), gray, or white. But, white matte finish cases end up getting filthy, since they hold dirt/grime on their surface

Added: and if you order more colors, I'd say order them from Amazon. Their prices are better, usually include free shipping, they ship faster, and have a great return policy if you decide you don't like the color you got.
 
chris975d said:
It actually does look just like your picture, that's why I don't like it. It photographs extremely bright for me, which is how I wish it had ended up. But it's actually a dull, almost army green in real life. I wish I had went with the blue (my Innocase for my 3GS was this color), gray, or white. But, white matte finish cases end up getting filthy, since they hold dirt/grime on their surface

Added: and if you order more colors, I'd say order them from Amazon. Their prices are better, usually include free shipping, they ship faster, and have a great return policy if you decide you don't like the color you got.
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See, I actually like the darker army green color. I figure your camera flash probably makes it look a lot brighter.

I usually order all of my stuff from eBay. Prices are generally a lot better. This time I was waiting on the cases to be released. Usually they're only available via Seidio's website for about the first month or so. I guess that's just the premium you pay to have it right away. :)
 
Thanks again Chris. Could you tell me how much, if any, of the coloured inner case shows through to the outside when the extra pieces are put on, for full protection? If that makes any sense :)
 
Also, sorry, does the vibrate of the phone for calls / texts etc. come though the case. I've read the otter box tends to muffle it greatly. Is the Innocase better / worse etc in you opinion? Best wishes. Sulaco
 
Sulaco said:
Thanks again Chris. Could you tell me how much, if any, of the coloured inner case shows through to the outside when the extra pieces are put on, for full protection? If that makes any sense :)
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It shows through a tiny bit. Just on the edges of the screen, (only noticeable if you're looking at it from the side and it's very slight), and when you open the camera flap. It's very acceptable given the design of the case.
Sulaco said:
Also, sorry, does the vibrate of the phone for calls / texts etc. come though the case. I've read the otter box tends to muffle it greatly. Is the Innocase better / worse etc in you opinion? Best wishes. Sulaco
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I wouldn't really know about how it compares to the Otterbox, but you can still hear/feel it vibrating. I only use the Rugged liner when I'm at work when it's in the belt holster. Have yet to miss a call/text/email/notification because I didn't feel it vibrate.

Hope this helps.
 
BDoggPrelude. Thank you very much. It was helpfull. I think I will order one of these tomorrow. I'll look first for a supplier in the uk, after that Seidio themselves. Thanks again to all who have replied to my questions. Most appreciated.
 
Here are some pics of the Rugged Combo Kit. Retail 69.95
I have nothing bad to say about this kit. It is well made through and through.
One of the nicest things about this combo is that allows you to use the case in 2 modes. Slider 2 mode or Rugged mode and it includes two holsters so you can always have your phone on your hip and out of your pocket. The installation and removal takes two seconds and the port covers stay in place. The vib switch is a little hard to access but it is rubber so unless you have very large fingers you will be able to get to it.
the phone goes in and out of the holsters in a flash and is super secure whether the holster is lock or not. Yes, the Rugged holster locks down giving you more security if you are in a harsher environment. Pretty dam cool.
 

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Thanks WhiteRhino. I've got a question. I've just ordered this case from a UK retailer. They say it only comes with one 'holster' do only the ones in the USA come with two, and if so why is that? Best wishes.
 
Sulaco said:
Thanks WhiteRhino. I've got a question. I've just ordered this case from a UK retailer. They say it only comes with one 'holster' do only the ones in the USA come with two, and if so why is that? Best wishes.
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I'm guessing that this must be MobileFun?

I spoke with them last week about this item, and what they have is the Rugged Addon Kit. This is the pack that Seidio sell for people who already have the Innocase II Surface case.

In the US there is a Value Pack available that includes the Innocase II Surface, the 'Rugged' case, a screen protector and 2 holsters. One of the holsters is for the phone when it is in just hte Innocase II Surface, the second for when it also has the Rugged case on.

At least this is my understanding of things :)
 
Sulaco said:
Thanks WhiteRhino. I've got a question. I've just ordered this case from a UK retailer. They say it only comes with one 'holster' do only the ones in the USA come with two, and if so why is that? Best wishes.
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There are a few kits you can get from Innocase. 49.95 gets you the rugged kit + innoase slider II. It comes with everything you see in the pics except the holster for the Innocase slider. The combo kit which is what I bought for 69.95 comes with the whole meal deal. 1 Innocase slider II. 1 rugged kit plus holster for the slider. It's pretty new on their website. What you seen in the first pic is exactly what comes in the box.
Chris who started this thread pointed out that they have a sale now on the Rugged add on kit Is normally 29.95 but right now it's. 19.95. So if you ordered it that way. ( Innocase slider holster combo ) 49.95 plus ( Rugged add on it) 19.95 it would be that same price and you would get everything you see in the pics. As an added bonus you could choose the Colour of your slider II instead of just getting it in the black only option that comes in the Rugged combo kit. There was a coupon code online to save 10% buying from the US store. If you hunt around there may be one for the UK site as well. My combo kit was 62 USD after the discount. Thats about 65 Canadian. I've had 6 holsters from Innocase in the past and have always been very happy with their quality and performance. I can honestly say that their already excellent holster has gotten even better. This is the first time I've ordered a case from them.
Very pleased with the case as well.
 
Typical Janner said:
I'm guessing that this must be MobileFun?

I spoke with them last week about this item, and what they have is the Rugged Addon Kit. This is the pack that Seidio sell for people who already have the Innocase II Surface case.

In the US there is a Value Pack available that includes the Innocase II Surface, the 'Rugged' case, a screen protector and 2 holsters. One of the holsters is for the phone when it is in just hte Innocase II Surface, the second for when it also has the Rugged case on.

At least this is my understanding of things :)
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Hi. Yes it's mobile fun. It appears it's the 'combo' pack that is everything pictured EXCEPT the extra holster. You need the 'combo value' pack, which they don't sell, for everything White/Rhino has. Dam it's confusing ;)
 
Rugged Add-on Kit for use with Seido Innocase II Surface Sale $19.95

Plus

Innocase II Surface Combo $ 49.95

If you order these two items you will get the 6 piece kit including both holsters for the same price as the combo kit I ordered and you can pick a colour other than black of the Innocase II slider.
 

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Sulaco said:
Hi. Yes it's mobile fun. It appears it's the 'combo' pack that is everything pictured EXCEPT the extra holster. You need the 'combo value' pack, which they don't sell, for everything White/Rhino has. Dam it's confusing ;)
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Well, that's not what they told me on the phone last week.

They actually went and got one of the packs so that they could confirm exactly what it contained. There was no mention on the packaging of the InnoCase II Surface case, which is why I assumed that it was the addon kit. It's certainly not made clear on the ModuleFun website.

If nothing else, the price (£26 - approx $40) makes me skeptical that it is the Combo. Certainly when you look at the prices for the other Seidio items on their site.

Please let us know what it does contain when it arrives, as I shall be off to order myself one if it is everything apart from the second holster (which I have already ordered anyway (from a US eBay seller) as I gather it works quite nicely with the Incipio NGP case that I have).
 
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