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Switcheasy Vulcan
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I'd say its scratch resistant, but not scratch proof, it doesn't scratch nearly as much as a hard plastic case. It does get a good amount of fingerprints on it. Mine fit pretty well except I did end up noticing the upper right seemed a tiny bit off near the chrome, and my camera hole was way off.
Switcheasy is sending me another stating mine was defective with the camera hole so far off.
I do like the case quite a bit, hopefully my replacement remedies the couple off issues I had.
I got my Vulcan replacement from Switcheasy today, much much better, it fits better all around and the camera hole lines up nicely.
Just got my Black case yesterday and so far I'm very happy with it. The camera lens sits slightly high to the left in the hole, but it's not as severe as in the photos (maybe a 1mm off-center deviation?). Here are some thoughts
Likes:
- Love the grip/feel of the composite
- Fits very well. Snug without any play on the sides
- Can still slip it in my pants pockets without added bulk or snag.
- The black is opaque enough to turn the whole iPhone into a solid black object, while still allowing the emblem and text to appear.
- The screen protector is very good, and they give you two. I normally HATE putting anything between my finger and the touchscreen, but it feels just like the glass (more slippery even) and there are no air bubbles.
- The headphone / dock plugs fit very well and they give you two sets.
- The buttons feel great.
Minor Quibbles:
- From the manufacturing process, there's a line that runs across the edge that you can feel cutting into your palm/ fingers when you hold it. It'd be perfect if it were completely smooth all around.
- At certain angles the screen protector has a kind of rainbow / oily sheen to it. But only when the screen is completely black do you see it. If looking directly at the screen (perpendicular view), it is not visible.
- The cleaning rag is tiny - like a 2" square, like an afterthought. Still, no biggie, best to have your own rag already and not rely on this one.
By the way, I had a hell of a time trying to put on the screen protector. I made a few mistakes with the first one, then I peeled it off and tried again only to get dust particles stuck in between. Here's a tip. If you get dust stuck to the screen protector while trying to put it on, just get a piece of scotch tape and slip it under the screen, press down and the pull up. The dust will come off easily onto the piece of tape. Then try again.
Likes:
- Love the grip/feel of the composite
- Fits very well. Snug without any play on the sides
- Can still slip it in my pants pockets without added bulk or snag.
- The black is opaque enough to turn the whole iPhone into a solid black object, while still allowing the emblem and text to appear.
- The screen protector is very good, and they give you two. I normally HATE putting anything between my finger and the touchscreen, but it feels just like the glass (more slippery even) and there are no air bubbles.
- The headphone / dock plugs fit very well and they give you two sets.
- The buttons feel great.
Minor Quibbles:
- From the manufacturing process, there's a line that runs across the edge that you can feel cutting into your palm/ fingers when you hold it. It'd be perfect if it were completely smooth all around.
- At certain angles the screen protector has a kind of rainbow / oily sheen to it. But only when the screen is completely black do you see it. If looking directly at the screen (perpendicular view), it is not visible.
- The cleaning rag is tiny - like a 2" square, like an afterthought. Still, no biggie, best to have your own rag already and not rely on this one.
By the way, I had a hell of a time trying to put on the screen protector. I made a few mistakes with the first one, then I peeled it off and tried again only to get dust particles stuck in between. Here's a tip. If you get dust stuck to the screen protector while trying to put it on, just get a piece of scotch tape and slip it under the screen, press down and the pull up. The dust will come off easily onto the piece of tape. Then try again.
So far the Vulcan clear didn't arrive like that, and under 5 days of usage I can't really tell if it will have that problem or not. I'll post something if it does sag like the Rebel.
I bought the clear one for my black 3G and I LOVE it. Its clear enough to let the design of the phone show through. I like how you can see the logo on the back through the case. It has the feel of a hard case once it is on but with that nice rubbery grip. The case totally covers the volume rocker and sleep/wake button.
My favorite part is that it doesn't scratch! All of the hard cases I have ever had, especially the clear ones, end up getting all scratched and look like crap after a while. This one is semi-soft but it really feels like a hard case once it is on. Don't hesitate on this one especially at the price.
My favorite part is that it doesn't scratch! All of the hard cases I have ever had, especially the clear ones, end up getting all scratched and look like crap after a while. This one is semi-soft but it really feels like a hard case once it is on. Don't hesitate on this one especially at the price.
I can't wait to get this in the mail hopefully tomorrow. Dunno why but switcheasy's shipping seems slow compared to mygearstore.com who uses the same usps first class and from the same general location as well. Either way I'm real excited to add this to my rotation of cases.
EDIT: just checked mygearstore's website and they now carry it but it's already on backorder. Glad I chose to just go straight through switheasy
EDIT: just checked mygearstore's website and they now carry it but it's already on backorder. Glad I chose to just go straight through switheasy
Well Ive had this case for about 2 weeks and at first thought this might be the case to end my long search for the ultimate case....unfortunately doesnt work for me. the case looks great on the phone. Its very thin and adds virtually no bulk. the bottom did start sagging which allowed dirt to get in. The back seems to scratch and the finish eventually wear away. The sides also have flash thats sharp and uncomfortable in the hand. Fortunately Switcheasy was very prompt in their email response, and I'll be able to return it. Maybe i'll try out their new torrent case.
What about fingerprints on the clear version? I saw a review of the black one and fingerprints were a big issue. Also, are you using a screen protector and, if so, any issues with bubbling? I sent back my iskin solo fx se because it made my PS Anti-Glare bubble (no such issues with my Seidio Innocase). Could you maybe post some pics?
I'm using the clear Vulcan on a white iPhone, and IMHO you can hardly see the fingerprints - they're there but because of the white background color of the iPhone, you won't notice it.
For the bubbling issue - there are none.
I wish the bottom won't sag, for a new case I personally like it so far.
Question for anyone with a clear version, who wears jeans.
My biggest worry about this case is staining. I had the Incipio NGP clear for a while, but it turned a green/blue color from my jeans pocket.
Does anyone with the clear version put it in their jeans often? And if so, have you noticed any discoloration?
My biggest worry about this case is staining. I had the Incipio NGP clear for a while, but it turned a green/blue color from my jeans pocket.
Does anyone with the clear version put it in their jeans often? And if so, have you noticed any discoloration?
Keep us posted if you can. If you are able to give it some serious jeans pocket time I'd love to know if it's a green/blue tint after a few weeks.
Thanks!
Will do. I'll probably post it right away once I see some tint on the case since I use a white iPhone in it.
Ordered this case on the 22nd... received it yesterday on the 24th. The thing I like about Switcheasy is the quick shipping, considering I live in Florida and they ship it from California. Anyway, I bought the black case for my white phone... looks like a smoke color and the logo and text on the back of the phone are still visible, which I like. I do like the Vulcan / Star Trek design on the back a lot also. Very clean and simple.
I've owned two Rebel cases in the past, both which the bottom sagged. This one seems pretty sturdy and tight around it, hoping that it won't sag.... but who knows. If it does, I will use the hair dryer / rubber band / freezer trick. Hopefully it doesn't come down to that.
The main reason I bought this case though was because I own the iSkin revoClip. I used to own the older style ones, which held my Rebel perfectly, but that broke when I was sitting weird. so I ordered the newer ones, think it was the same width, but they made the new design thinner. Long story short, the Vulcan fits nice in this belt holster.
I'm liking it so far... esp. the headphone jack protector and new style dock protector. I will report back in a week or so if any problems arise.
I've owned two Rebel cases in the past, both which the bottom sagged. This one seems pretty sturdy and tight around it, hoping that it won't sag.... but who knows. If it does, I will use the hair dryer / rubber band / freezer trick. Hopefully it doesn't come down to that.
The main reason I bought this case though was because I own the iSkin revoClip. I used to own the older style ones, which held my Rebel perfectly, but that broke when I was sitting weird. so I ordered the newer ones, think it was the same width, but they made the new design thinner. Long story short, the Vulcan fits nice in this belt holster.
I'm liking it so far... esp. the headphone jack protector and new style dock protector. I will report back in a week or so if any problems arise.
How are the covered buttons? The volume rocker and power button. Are they difficult to press at all?