I just got my feather case and I must say I'm not crazy about it. From what people described i sort of expected it to be more grippy. It's kind of more soft finish than I expected and I think I'd prefer something with a bit more rubbery feel
I just switched from the Body Glove Mirage to the Feather, and they both seem to have the same amount of grip- maybe with a slight edge to the Feather. You could look for the softer silicone cases, but I hear they are lint magnets.
compared to the feel of the phone itself, the feather is rather rubbery/grippy
if you want grippy you should go with a silicone or rubber case. softouch cases made of plastic like the feather are usually not intended to be super grippy.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/150714195631?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Hybrid case with hard plastic around each corner but the rubbery feel/grip where you will hold the phone. really tight and not bulky.
this is my 3rd case. Kickstand case - waaay too bulky. tpu case - nice but kind of slippery didn't think it protected the phone that well. this hybrid case is just great...highly recommended.
knives of ice said:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/150714195631?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Hybrid case with hard plastic around each corner but the rubbery feel/grip where you will hold the phone. really tight and not bulky.
this is my 3rd case. Kickstand case - waaay too bulky. tpu case - nice but kind of slippery didn't think it protected the phone that well. this hybrid case is just great...highly recommended.
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How is the case. I saw it and was thinking about it. My biggest thing is how much bigger and heavier does it make the phone? I'm using a tpu for that exact reason.
Holy crap that thing looks THICK... look how recessed the camera bezel is! And that sticks out of the phone!
I never understood why anyone would want a hard case. Hard cases will transmit all the shock right through the case to the phone - which is what you buy your phone to protect.
I've got a TPU case, it's got a feel like hard rubber, so if I dropped it, I'd feel better that the case itself would absorb shock and protect the phone.
Plus, it's thin - look at pictures of it and compare how the lens looks. It fits well enough that it doesn't even look like a case, honestly.
because hard cases stop PUNCTURE assaults. Soft cases stop impact assaults.
so a "hybrid" is usually preferred. soft on the corners where impacts do the most damage and "hard" on the back to stop puncture style impacts.
at least that is the theory.
I got 3 cases for my Lumia 900 and wanted to do a quick review of them so that it could help some of you guys decide one which ones to buy.
Prices listed are directly from the manufacturers website, I am sure you could find them cheaper elsewhere.
Incipio NGP
Price: $19.99
This case isn't too thick but it is thicker than the AT&T Gel case and will offer more protection against drops. Incipio's NGP is a TPU style case, so it's more stiff than traditional silicone cases and it doesn't attract any lint. The fit is very tight and leaves all the ports open, and covers all the buttons.
The only issue I had with this case was that the buttons are a bit tough to press. Especially when taking photos because it's hard to press the camera button on it's first stage for focus, I found it was a bit frustrating when using this case and taking photos. Other than that it's a very nice TPU style case that isn't too expensive.
AT&T Gel
Price: $20.00
This is more of a silicone type case, it's very flexible and has a smooth feel and doesn't attract lint. All the ports are left open, the buttons are covered.
This case is awesome if you like the look and feel of a naked phone because you can hardly tell this case is on the phone. The buttons are very easy to press. It does offer some protection but not as much as the Incipio NGP. I really enjoyed this case due to the fact that it feels like there's no case on the phone at all. It's not too pricey at 20 bucks.
Case-Mate Tough Case
Price: $35.00
This case has an inner soft silicone piece and an outer polycarbonate shell that fits over the silicone. The shell also has a rubbery coating. This case is the thickest of the three, it is also the most protective against drops. I really like this case due to the protection it offers. It fits very well.
This case seems like something Otterbox would have made, it reminds me of their commuter series cases. It leaves all the ports open, it covers the buttons and they are easy to press. The one thing to note is the camera cutout is much small than the other two cases which I personally like, that means that little chrome strip in the back is less likely to get scratched up.
The silicone on this case does collect a bit of lint which is kind of annoying. It's a bit of a trade-off for the protection. It fits very well and looks good. It does thicken the phone up a good amount but that doesn't bother me personally.
Overall it's a very nice case, and the best choice if you want protection, a little more expensive than the others but you are getting something more protective.
[Unfortunately I don't have enough posts to add my link to all the photos I took... :-(
I also have the Incipio NGP case in Translucent Mercury and I have also noticed that it is hard to press the buttons. I'm not sure if my case is bad but it looks like the buttons on the case are about 1-2mm lower than the buttons on the phone which I think is causing the button problem.
I also have the casemate barely there case in black which matches with the phone color really well. My only problem with the case mate is the top and the bottom of the phone is exposed with no coverage. the only top and bottom protection seems to come from the case being a little longer than the phone causing a some what annoying over hang.
I'm kinda new here too so I can't post any pictures but I will try too when I am able too.
I thought about purchasing the barely there case but it just doesn't offer the protection I need. I am pretty happy with their Tough Case though.
I wanted to update this now and post the link to the photos, so here they are!
Thanks for the photos.
Just what I wanted to see.
I'm curious as to current thoughts on the whole rubber v plastic cases debate. I'd like to go with a rubber case personally as I like the feel and generally think they are less intrusive, but at the end of the day, I'm buying a case for protection over anything else.
What is the current thoughts in 2013 about case types, and who is the leading brand? Is otter boxes still way ahead of most of the competition?
i used otterbox defender for 10 months and switched over to an aluminum bumper on my note 2, which is slightly better because of the bulk
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I'm curious as to current thoughts on the whole rubber v plastic cases debate. I'd like to go with a rubber case personally as I like the feel and generally think they are less intrusive, but at the end of the day, I'm buying a case for protection over anything else.
What is the current thoughts in 2013 about case types, and who is the leading brand? Is otter boxes still way ahead of most of the competition?
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rubber. always rubber.
Actually, a hybrid with fused rubber/plastic is a much better alternative; like UAG cases.
one rubber case saved my phone more times, for 1$ una tantum
very good!
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I usually get cases made of flexible plastic, but hard plastic mixed with rubber is pretty awesome too, like an otterbox
I would go with rubber. Seems to offer better shock protection
Rubber for me too.
I prefer to feel the original cover of the phone. However, as it may fall anyhow i've just ordered a plastic crystal cover to protect it without losing the view of the beautiful back of my white Nexus 5.
rubber ftw
more elastic i think
rubber and plastic
Rubber for me too.
Rubber for me too.
Some rubber cases are pretty much dust magnets so beware of those. Other than that, I'd generally still stick with rubber over plastic mainly because I feel that it absorbs shock/ fall damage a lot better than plastic. With plastic, feels more like crack on impulse. I have an Otterbox Defender and I dropped my phone while holding the door for someone and well, phone was still functioning so glad Otterbox worked. However, i haven't tried any other brands.
I did read about other phone case makers using fancy names like silicone, TPU, and what not. No clue what they are, but would be interesting to see an actual in-depth review of that.
I first had the Seidio Surface case with kickstand and while I liked the case the kickstand was worthless in portrait mode, it was also a bit slippery to hold. Next I bought the SupCase and it does provide more protection than the Surface without adding too much bulk. The edges were a bit sharp but had started to wear down and the case provides more grip then the Surface & has a dimple. A downfall of this case is trying to type while the phone is on a desk/table as it slides around.
So I recently purchased the PureGear GripTek case in green. This case is not bulky but provides great grip due to the multitude of grooves in the sides and back of the case. The lip around the screen protects it if placed face down but thin enough that it doesn't interfere with swiping. The buttons have a good feeling to them and the bumpers on the corners will provide more impact protection without being obtrusive. The case slides very easily in/out of my pocket as well. Overall it's hands down the best case I've owned or seen. I plan on taking a Dremel with a round stone and carefully making a small dimple myself in the case, shouldn't be very hard to do and will make the grip even better.
I do wish that PureGear offered more color choices, I would like to see a darker blue & red along with other options. I bought the case from www.WirelessGround.com for $14 shipped with an online free shipping coupon.
http://www.pure-gear.com/griptek-impact-protection-for-motorola-moto-x.html
I kinda like this. Is it pretty much a TPU case with softer/more rubbery corners?
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I kinda like this. Is it pretty much a TPU case with softer/more rubbery corners?
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Yes, the main material is not as gummy as Cruzerlite TPU cases I have had but it still flexible and easy to install. The added grip of the case is a big benefit with this case, I think I'm going to get a black one also.
I am trying to find a slim case for my 2xl that does not feel like its going to slip directly out of my hand.
I recently picked-up the Google fabric case and it still feels like its going to slip out.
Can anyone recommend a slim case that does not feel slippery?
I was thinking of the following and let me know anyones thoughts that have had it: RhinoShield Crash Bumper or the Spigen thin fit.
I have the Dbrand Grip, another bumper case, and it's...well, grippy.
I've had two.
The first wore down really quickly.
I got sent a brand new shipment by mistake (and they let me keep it) and this one seems to be more durable.
I've had it longer and it's not nearly as worn.
https://www.ipitaka.com/collections/magcase-for-pixel-2
The top, not feel slippery
I got the Maxxessory Ultra-thin black case from amazon for $8. I love it. Crazy thin, matte finish - so it's a little grippy. Can't beat the price.... and the phone feels almost naked while having some protection.