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whats the case made of? is it slippery

I think this is the 7th time I've answered this question here and in another thread :p

It's made of flexible hard plastic. It's smooth but not really slippery.


Great pics, thanks! Can you lay your phone on a flat surface with the case on, without the screen touching the surface (does the case have a lip in the front?). What about laying the phone on a table with the screen facing up, will the camera touch the table or is the case thick enough to protect the camera? Thanks.

Anytime. And to answer your questions, the case is made to be tightly wrapped around the phone in order to maintain the phone's thin form factor. When laying the iPhone on a flat surface face down (with the case on), the screen touches the surface. That is why I got a screen protector. When laying the phone on a table face up, the camera does touch the table, like I stated, it is a very thin phone, it is a case that wraps tightly around the phone like any other case that gives you as close to a case-less feel as possible. So the camera still does protrude. I have posted a few shots of the camera with the case on. I hope I've answered your questions.
 

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LadyX - Thanks for the very nice pics. How accurate is that color? It almost seems to be leaning towards turquoise in some (which would be nice).

Will have to find some youtube reviews because I thought this was more a rubbery jelly type case.

I was thinking of this .35mm SwitchEasy http://www.switcheasy.com/product/035-for-iPhone-6/color/Blue
Not sure if it's made of the same material but like that there's a bit more color option.
 
LadyX - Thanks for the very nice pics. How accurate is that color? It almost seems to be leaning towards turquoise in some (which would be nice).

Will have to find some youtube reviews because I thought this was more a rubbery jelly type case.

I was thinking of this .35mm SwitchEasy http://www.switcheasy.com/product/035-for-iPhone-6/color/Blue
Not sure if it's made of the same material but like that there's a bit more color option.

You're welcome. I'm afraid you won't find any reviews on the Shumuri, I've just searched but couldn't find any.

The SwitchEasy case in your link is made of the exact same material as the Shumuri, which is polypropylene (PP).

Regarding the color, the photos are indeed accurate. Turquoise is a greenish blue color. The case does not have a green shade at all. It's the exact same color of Hildon water bottles, in fact I have a bottle of Hildon water right beside me :D

If you've never seen Hildon water, this is what they look like, look at the color, the case is the exact same.
 

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I just saw that the Shumuri case for the 6 Plus is available for order. Some of you here were interested. Though they won't ship until Oct. 20.

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LadyX - Thanks for the very nice pics. How accurate is that color? It almost seems to be leaning towards turquoise in some (which would be nice).

If you're looking for a similar case in turquoise, I suggest the Slice 3 from Pinlo. The 'Turkish Blue' is a turquoise color.
 
I just saw that the Shumuri case for the 6 Plus is available for order. Some of you here were interested. Though they won't ship until Oct. 20.


You said you received your case in 3-days, did you choose express shipping on their site?
 
I ordered this one a few days ago, then received a shipping notification a day later. However, because I'm cheap I didn't go with the ridiculous $20 shipping option, so I have no idea when it'll arrive. Plus, I'm on vacation so it doesn't matter anyway.

Whenever it does arrive though, I'll be sure to post up some pictures.
 
Thanks for the info and pics, LadyX.

Just out of curiosity, is there a small notch in any one of the corners of this case, like the picture on their website kinda indicates? Doesn't look like it in your pictures, but I had to ask.
 

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I might look into getting this for my 6 Plus. But it looks like an absolute pain to take on and off. and IF you take it on and off a lot, do you get the sense that it'll loosen up?
 
I think this is the 7th time I've answered this question here and in another thread :p

It's made of flexible hard plastic. It's smooth but not really slippery.

When you slide your finger off the edge of the screen, do you feel the "lip" of the case, or is it low enough that you don't actually feel it? If you have time, would you post some closeups of the lip where it meets the edge of the screen?

I'm looking for a slim fit case with no lip that I can feel, as I love the rounded edges of the screen. The Spigen Air Skin is an amazing case, but you definitely feel the lip.
 
Thanks for the info and pics, LadyX.

Just out of curiosity, is there a small notch in any one of the corners of this case, like the picture on their website kinda indicates? Doesn't look like it in your pictures, but I had to ask.

No. That image is not accurate. There is no notch, no logo, and the speaker cutout is not rectangular.


I might look into getting this for my 6 Plus. But it looks like an absolute pain to take on and off. and IF you take it on and off a lot, do you get the sense that it'll loosen up?

Putting it on is not hard. Taking the cover off however needs a bit of pressure to be applied. I don't get the sense that it'll loosen up at all, it's made of polypropylene (PP) or hard plastic, you don't get the feeling like it'll lose its shape.


When you slide your finger off the edge of the screen, do you feel the "lip" of the case, or is it low enough that you don't actually feel it? If you have time, would you post some closeups of the lip where it meets the edge of the screen?

I'm looking for a slim fit case with no lip that I can feel, as I love the rounded edges of the screen. The Spigen Air Skin is an amazing case, but you definitely feel the lip.

There is no lip. No raised edges. The cover does not go higher than the bezel. It stops exactly where the aluminium part does before reaching the screen/white edges. I can feel the "round" design of the iPhone 6. Also one important info about the Spigen Air Skin, the Air Skin doesn't protect the bottom of the iPhone. The Slim Case by Shumuri provides 360 degrees protection, all sides are protected. Just thought I'd give you a heads-up.

I tried my best with the photos, I'm sorry if they're not clear, used an iPhone 5S.
 

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...I tried my best with the photos..

Thank you for all the photos and the answers to various queries raised by others. It's extremely helpful to have this information from someone that has actually bought the case. It seems that you are very pleased with your purchase and would recommend it.

It's prompted me to place an order for two (grey and blue) and splash out on expedited shipping to the U.K. I placed the order late yesterday afternoon. Order acknowledgement was very quick and I got shipping notification this morning.

Now the (hopefully short) wait...
 
Does the Shumuri case help with grip as opposed to the slippery metal back of the bare iPhone?

I don't know the exact material(s) used by this case, but I've had a case in the past that looked similar to this (with a sort of grainy texture - mixture of plastic, rubber, and light silicone?) and it was kind of slippery.

Looking at the photos, I'm instantly a fan of the case. I normally don't use cases, but I might have to as from what I've heard the iPhone 6 Plus is slippery, but how much better is the grip as opposed to the naked iPhone?
 
Thank you for all the photos and the answers to various queries raised by others. It's extremely helpful to have this information from someone that has actually bought the case. It seems that you are very pleased with your purchase and would recommend it.

It's prompted me to place an order for two (grey and blue) and splash out on expedited shipping to the U.K. I placed the order late yesterday afternoon. Order acknowledgement was very quick and I got shipping notification this morning.

Now the (hopefully short) wait...

You are most welcome. I'm glad I helped. Yes I do like the case very much and would recommend it to anyone looking for a very minimal, very thin case against scratch and drop protection whilst still keeping the iPhone's beautiful form factor. It really excels in these areas.


Does the Shumuri case help with grip as opposed to the slippery metal back of the bare iPhone?

I don't know the exact material(s) used by this case, but I've had a case in the past that looked similar to this (with a sort of grainy texture - mixture of plastic, rubber, and light silicone?) and it was kind of slippery.

Looking at the photos, I'm instantly a fan of the case. I normally don't use cases, but I might have to as from what I've heard the iPhone 6 Plus is slippery, but how much better is the grip as opposed to the naked iPhone?

I personally don't find the iPhone 6 slippery, maybe it's an issue with the Plus because it's very big? I don't know. The material used is called polypropylene (PP). The Shumuri case has no rubber whatsoever. It has a smooth matte feel. The entire case is made of the same material, in other words, the edges don't have a different material that help with grip. When you put the case on, it feels as though it's part of the phone because of how tight and extremely thin it is.


Does it have a matte feel like the Caudabe Veil?

Yes. It is made of the exact same material as The Veil, which is as I stated above, polypropylene.
 
Just made an order. Pics look great! Only thing I'm worried about is the potential for lint to get inside the case and scratch the phone? Do you think this could happen as you say the case is quite tight?

Thanks!
 
Just made an order. Pics look great! Only thing I'm worried about is the potential for lint to get inside the case and scratch the phone? Do you think this could happen as you say the case is quite tight?



Thanks!


I can't see how it's possible for something to be able to get in the case while it's on the phone. Even fine and short lints. When you get the case you'll know what I mean ;)
 
Just ordered translucent Gray. I have a black Apple case but may roll with this once I get it.
 
No. That image is not accurate. There is no notch, no logo, and the speaker cutout is not rectangular.




Putting it on is not hard. Taking the cover off however needs a bit of pressure to be applied. I don't get the sense that it'll loosen up at all, it's made of polypropylene (PP) or hard plastic, you don't get the feeling like it'll lose its shape.




There is no lip. No raised edges. The cover does not go higher than the bezel. It stops exactly where the aluminium part does before reaching the screen/white edges. I can feel the "round" design of the iPhone 6. Also one important info about the Spigen Air Skin, the Air Skin doesn't protect the bottom of the iPhone. The Slim Case by Shumuri provides 360 degrees protection, all sides are protected. Just thought I'd give you a heads-up.

I tried my best with the photos, I'm sorry if they're not clear, used an iPhone 5S.

Your photos are great. Thank you for taking the time. I actually have the Spigen Air case, so I know it doesn't cover the bottom. Not much of an issue for me, but I LOVE that the Shumuri doesn't have a lip, so I may be ordering one soon.

Sorry we are all grilling you so much, but thank you for being so helpful. This looks like it could bethe perfect case for those of us who want a minimal case.

Now I just wonder what the transparent and the gray cases look like in person.

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Thank you for all the photos and the answers to various queries raised by others. It's extremely helpful to have this information from someone that has actually bought the case. It seems that you are very pleased with your purchase and would recommend it.

It's prompted me to place an order for two (grey and blue) and splash out on expedited shipping to the U.K. I placed the order late yesterday afternoon. Order acknowledgement was very quick and I got shipping notification this morning.

Now the (hopefully short) wait...

Just ordered translucent Gray. I have a black Apple case but may roll with this once I get it.

Can you guys tell me what you paid for shipping? The way the Paypal payments are set up, I have to enter my credit card number BEFORE it will tell me what the shipping charges will be. I HATE THAT!
 
Your photos are great. Thank you for taking the time. I actually have the Spigen Air case, so I know it doesn't cover the bottom. Not much of an issue for me, but I LOVE that the Shumuri doesn't have a lip, so I may be ordering one soon.

Sorry we are all grilling you so much, but thank you for being so helpful. This looks like it could bethe perfect case for those of us who want a minimal case.

Now I just wonder what the transparent and the gray cases look like in person.

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Can you guys tell me what you paid for shipping? The way the Paypal payments are set up, I have to enter my credit card number BEFORE it will tell me what the shipping charges will be. I HATE THAT!

You're welcome. I am glad to be of help.

Regarding Shipping:

Standard Shipping $6 USD (Non Trackable) - 15-18 Days.
Express Shipping $22 USD (Trackable) - 3-6 Days.

All Parcels are sent via HK Post.
 
You're welcome. I am glad to be of help.

Regarding Shipping:

Standard Shipping $6 USD (Non Trackable) - 15-18 Days.
Express Shipping $22 USD (Trackable) - 3-6 Days.

All Parcels are sent via HK Post.

Thanks for that. I finally got it to show me the charges. Wow! $22. I guess I'll just have to be patient and wait for the slower shipping. :D
 
Now I just wonder what the transparent and the gray cases look like in person.

I emailed Shimuri and told them that I have a space gray iPhone 6. The person that responded to me said to go for the "clear" because it will preserve the original color of the iPhone 6. The gray will not show the original color.
 
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