@KBeat I’ve always used cases in the past, 6 plus-xs max, and my phones were in mint condition. From the 3GS-5s was used without a case. However, with the 12 PM in silver, it is just to gorgeous to cover up and the flat edges are very welcome. At this point, I‘m using a screen protector only. I tried the clear skins for the back of the phone but didn’t like how they seemed to degrade the phone’s finish. The 12 PM is easy to grip and I cannot see myself using a case with this phone at this point in time or in the future if Apple continues with this design for the next few years.