Although the manufacturer KaysCase is relatively new to the phone accessory game, they have already become somewhat well known for designing high quality cases at low prices. The KaysCase Slim Hard Shell is no exception. Fit and finish is top notch, and the matte material feels great in the hand. The included screen proctor was a welcome surprise that more than justifies this case’s $6 price tag.
KaysCase isn't very well known, but this case easily rivals the SPIGEN Ultra Fit.
I found the deciding point to be the corner protection on all of these hard cases, the SGP Ultra Fit covers them all the way up to the top and bottom while all the other cases decrease the height on the way which makes the phone more vulnerable the more it turns to the top/bottom while falling (although the SGP one doesn't protect the top and bottom either, but the curves really are more out-drawn).
Screen protector included is pure win!
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Even if you dislike the case, $6 for a screen protector isn't a bad deal.
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At the discounted price right now, I give it a 4*/5*
PRO:
-large enough lip around the edge to allow for perfect face protection.
-all ports are cut away perfectly with enough room for a moderately sized 3.5mm jack
-home button is still accessible
-entire screen is still usable! (shocking that some cases don't allow the entire screen to be used...like my skyrocket's TPU case_
CON:
-side buttons are covered with TPU, which makes the buttons hard to press.
I had to remove a single star for the TPU covered power and volume buttons. The phone looks amazing with the clear case, almost like glass. The case is said to prevent slippage, though I find the case to be moderately slick. It does however have textured side grips to allow better grip. Overall the case is worth the $7 that it is listed at right now. It fits perfectly and it shipped before the device was released, so it was literally the only case I could purchase that fit my order list. Clear, TPU, thick enough to protect against moderate falls, right thickness lip to protect the face, no hard plastic, good looking, and cheap price. This fit my needs perfectly and I'm glad I purchased it. Over all, I would recommend this to anyone looking for a great TPU case.
Here is the link for amazon: CIMO TPU S-line case
Thanks for reading!
I'll also be reviewing two other cases as soon as they arrive. Caseology TPU cases in white (gloss) and white (Matte) as well as Jkase premium TPU matte black.
Image post, self explanatory.
full view
lip size on front.
The textured sides and covered volume rocker
- Premium Tempered Glass Screen Protector
http://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00NV4TCF6/ref=pe_386430_30332290_TE_3p_dp_1
- i-Blason Unity Series 2 Layer
I just got these for my phone and wanted to share some pics.
For the tempered glass, I just bought one of the cheap ones. I was taking a change on haloing, and it has a halo. But, it is barely noticeable if the screen is on. The only other issue is that it barely covers the screen width-wise. I get what I paid for. Other than that, the visibility is awesome like any other glass screen protector. S-pen and finger touch have no issues.
After looking at many different cases, I again got one of the cheaper options. This case adds little bulk, but nothing like other similar cases. Plastic part has matte finish, so no finger prints. It is a little slippery, but rubber part does not catch dirt/lint and grip is good enough. The lip on the screen side is barely enough to clear the glass protector. I would have like a bigger lip, but as long as the screen is not touched when the phone is face-down, I can live with it. The only annoying issue is that feel for the side buttons are muted due to the rubber.
Overall, the case provides adequate protection and the fit is great. For the price, I may say that it is a better value than Spigen Slimarmor or other similar cases.
Looks very nice.
Looks like the case is two pieces that snap together? If so, does it easily split apart? I ordered the Unicorn Beetle SUPCASE because it seems to do just that, but (like most cases) there are a lot of mixed reviews so more options the better o-O;; Looks nice :good:
I currently have a UAG for my S6 which is in Ash color which is made out of this clear glossy plastic instead of the hard matte poly carbonate on the other non-transparent colors. Of course the reason I got that is because I have butter fingers and I do drop my phone a lot. After just two weeks of usage the case has become super scratched and beaten up. The glossy plastic also sort of creates this oily and greasy feel whenever my hand is sweaty or isn't clean. Other than that I do like the UAG a lot, from the design to the grippy sides it provides. So I might consider my next case being another UAG but in Blue.
However after seeing reviews on youtube on the RhinoShield Crashguard for the S6 I'm really starting to lean towards it due to the protection it provides despite how simple the case is. I'm kind of stuck in a dilemma right now on which one to buy and I don't have enough money to buy both. I also have a lot of dbrand skins for my S6 saved up so I can use the RhinoShield with a skin to protect the back and add some design to it.
I have used cases like the Spigen Neo Hybrid before but I find the amount of width it gives to the side of the phone makes the bezels very big and ugly, so I don't really like those big bulky cases which makes the phone super ugly because it makes the bezels huge.
Anyone has a RhinoShield are welcomed to post pics of their phone with the case on, especially shots which show the front of the device only and how much "side bulk" it adds to the phone.
I use the Spigen Neo Hybrid and its bezel is the same size of the Rhinoshield, it might actually be smaller. If you think that the Neo Hybrid is big and ugly then I am afraid the Rhinoshield is not an option for you. I have a bunch of cases for the S6 and I always go back to the Neo Hybrid because it is always the slimmest.
I have the Rhinoshield crashguard, and prefer my UAG (Maverick) to it. I do really like the Rhinoshield bumper, and it is probably my 2nd favorite case for the S6. However having the back glass exposed always keeps me feeling a bit nervous, and the buttons on the case are a bit too spongy to me.
If you can get one, the Case-Mate Tough may be an option - it's not as wide as the Neo Hybrid (it appears to be 1-2mm skinnier, just like the UAG), and has a textured back shell,while keeping the bezels small. The only downside is that it's thicker on the back than the Neo Hybrid (by 1mm or so), which does a better job protecting the glass and the camera bump.
It also goes on easily - there's the skin part, then the clip on shell part.
I will be reviewing two white cases that I bought for my aluminum Nexus 6P.
Ultra-thin Protective Shock-proof Soft Case Cover (First 5 photos)
Link: http://r.ebay.com/sNSxZC
Quality: This is a matte TPU. The cutouts for the headphone jack, camera, flash and laser autofocus are spot on. The volume and power buttons are covered but work well. It adds some thickness (1.5-2 mm) that I wasn't a fan of considering how large this phone is already. While this case should provide some drop protection, the bottom is mostly uncovered and therefore unprotected. The case overall very flimsy, has noticeable wiggle room, and actually comes off a little too easily.
Color/design: The camera bar is colored black on all the different color options. It also has a smoother texture than the rest of the case. There is a nice leather-like design down the middle, which really enticed me originally. The white looks great on the aluminum phone.
Feel: The case definitely adds grip (the white area has a rough Saffiano leather-like feel) but also bulkiness of a TPU case. Since it's so flimsy and not a snug fit, it doesn't give off a premium feel. I also don't like that the camera area is black personally.
Overall, I do not recommend this case.
Slim Frosted Matte Hard PC Case Cover (Last 4 photos)
Link: http://r.ebay.com/EDVjsi
Quality: This is essentially identical to the snap-on hard cases from Spigen and Ringke. The fit is very snug with perfect cutouts for all areas. The plastic used here is stiffer than the Kugi slim hard case, so you'll need a credit card to remove the case. The bottom of the case was chipped slightly--barely noticeable. Don't expect much drop protection, only scratch protection.
Color/design: I love snap-on cases so I am being biased here. However, the unique aspect of this case is that it doesn't have the sandpaper coating that some hard cases have, which is good since the white versions of those love to pick up stains. This case has a soft-touch rubber feel, which so far has failed to attract stains.
Feel: Wonderful to hold. Adds the much needed grip to the Nexus 6P. Note this case adds more grip than what Ringke and Spigen have offered in the past. It barely feels like you have a case on the phone since it adds barely any bulk. Also love that it has no silly branding anywhere.
Overall, I recommend this case for what you pay for is considerably lower than the branded versions.
I bought the Ghostek Atomic Slim for the Note 9. I was thinking this and Spigen tough Armor or I_blason and Spigen tough Armor but with I-blason I had to remove Screen and wasn't sure if it will fit on the encased Holster due to the corners. So I went with the Ghostek, the case is nice and feels good, it does have bigger screen lip in front which Covers more Than other cases which should protect it more.
Design is good, it is Hard plastic with aluminum frame with Clear Polycarbonate hard back. The aluminum and plastic extends out of the Polycarbonate to give it extra protection. The extra lip around the screen does not protrude into the use of the phone and you barely realize. Grip jo a not bad and has some ridges but aluminum makes it a bit slippery.
The issue I see for the case is that the openning for the Spen is bigger then I would like and the aluminum and plastic is not reassuring as they are separate pieces.
Before the note 9 I had the S8 plus and Spigen tough Armor and protected phone quite well, I've dropped it a bit accidentally and nothing happened except tempered glass Cracking a bit on corner.
I did get a Spigen tough Armor for the Note 9. But was looking for a protector that was close to same protection but could see the blue Color and design. The Ghostek fit the Criteria and reading the reviews on the note8 seemed good, the difference is that the Note 8 had more protection where the Spen was but harder to remove but Note 9 is less protection on Spen with easier removal.
The 2nd issue is that the volume buttons are hard to press and make it difficult to use if need to lower or raise volume.
Without those issues I think it would have been great daily driver and no need for screen removal or flaps on charging port from other cases.
Not sure if any of you guys have used it or bought it for Note 9 get.
so I'm hesitant go use it regularly and just use it on weekends.
This is my thoughts on this case not sure if you have Opinions if I'm just paranoid on the spen Corner. Attached are pictures of it
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Forgot to mention it does work with Whitestone Dome Glass.
lmanlo said:
I bought the Ghostek Atomic Slim for the Note 9. I was thinking this and Spigen tough Armor or I_blason and Spigen tough Armor but with I-blason I had to remove Screen and wasn't sure if it will fit on the encased Holster due to the corners. So I went with the Ghostek, the case is nice and feels good, it does have bigger screen lip in front which Covers more Than other cases which should protect it more.
Design is good, it is Hard plastic with aluminum frame with Clear Polycarbonate hard back. The aluminum and plastic extends out of the Polycarbonate to give it extra protection. The extra lip around the screen does not protrude into the use of the phone and you barely realize. Grip jo a not bad and has some ridges but aluminum makes it a bit slippery.
The issue I see for the case is that the openning for the Spen is bigger then I would like and the aluminum and plastic is not reassuring as they are separate pieces.
Before the note 9 I had the S8 plus and Spigen tough Armor and protected phone quite well, I've dropped it a bit accidentally and nothing happened except tempered glass Cracking a bit on corner.
I did get a Spigen tough Armor for the Note 9. But was looking for a protector that was close to same protection but could see the blue Color and design. The Ghostek fit the Criteria and reading the reviews on the note8 seemed good, the difference is that the Note 8 had more protection where the Spen was but harder to remove but Note 9 is less protection on Spen with easier removal.
The 2nd issue is that the volume buttons are hard to press and make it difficult to use if need to lower or raise volume.
Without those issues I think it would have been great daily driver and no need for screen removal or flaps on charging port from other cases.
Not sure if any of you guys have used it or bought it for Note 9 get.
so I'm hesitant go use it regularly and just use it on weekends.
This is my thoughts on this case not sure if you have Opinions if I'm just paranoid on the spen Corner. Attached are pictures of it
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A very fair review, thanks. I love it when folks add negatives to items they review. Makes it sound more real.
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