** Full disclosure: I was sent this case in exchange for a full and honest review. U2 once flew me out to Las Vegas to do a review and I absolutely destroyed them in print, so I think we can fairly safely say that a free phone case isn’t going sway me either way. **
I'm pretty sure I've never met anyone who's a massive fan of compromise. "You know what my favourite thing in the world is?" no one ever said. "Making necessary concessions to accommodate a variety of needs." But, as we all know, compromise is basically humanity's way of making the best job out of the pretty rotten set of circumstances known as ‘life’.
Phone cases are a compromise in and of themselves. Only nine-year-old girls actually CHOOSE to put a case on their phones. And those usually have sparkly bits and pictures of unicorns on them. And One Direction ringtones. The rest of us just grin and bear it, frowningly accepting the obvious fact that, no matter how pretty our new Nexus 6Ps are, they won't stay that way for long without a bit of a wrap-up.
Then comes the compromise bit: do you go for a thin shell case, which adds very little bulk (a good thing) but also very little drop protection (a bad thing). Or do you swaddle your phone in a whopping great chunk of thermoplastic polyurethane or, heaven forbid, one of those inadequacy-compensating macho armor jobs - all polygons and Bear Grylls autographs?
The answer is, probably, more compromise. Which this case, from Poetic, lets you do. It’s a best-of-both-worlds job: thin polycarbonate shell across the back to keep your 6P sleek and sexy, nobbly thicker plastic round the sides (for extra grip) and a network of rubbery TPU lines snaking around the edges and corners to add bump and drop protection - but only where really it’s needed. Which is all jolly sensible, and it earns the overall design a big gold star for cleverness.
Extra gold stars for nicely-sized, well cut-out ports around the headphone socket and USB-C port (forgive the 1970s double-entendre, but you shouldn’t have any trouble plugging in at either end), and for the power and volume button overlays which don’t get in the way of your clicking. Oh and, go on, have another star for protecting the rear glass visor without covering the laser focus or ambient microphone. Bravo.
Now for some quibbles. Poetic are terribly proud of themselves, so much so that they’ve felt the need to tag the back of this case in what amounts to a slew of plastic graffiti. You’ve got the brand name smudging up the bottom, the model name showing off along the side, and a great big letter ‘P’ covering up the Nexus logo in the middle. Considering that your phone cost about 50 times what this case did, you might find that a bit presumptuous - especially since you presumably opted for a clear case in order to show off your phone’s original design.
Speaking of which. Let’s consider that whole ‘clear’ thing in general. First, clear cases always look a bit cheap and toy-like; the sort of thing you’re more likely to find cover-mounted on a kids’ comic than displayed at a chic designer boutique. Also, because of those rubbery bits and thick, textured sides, this case is as much ‘curdled milk white’ as it is clear, and that’s definitely not such a good thing. But you know what? These are aesthetic tastes. I’m just not a fan of these colours, but I’m also not a fan of bacon and I know how popular that is. So, hey-ho, you pays your money...
Finally, those side-nobbles. Dropping phones sucks, so it’s good to get some grip. But these sides, combined with the hard lines networking around the back and corners, aren’t the most comfortable thing to hold. You’re less likely to drop it, sure, but you’re also less likely to have a happy hand. In fact, every second you hold your phone in this case, you’re going to be aware that you’re holding it, that it’s in a case, and that it’s not a altogether pleasant feeling.
But, hey, there has to be some compromise. If you’re looking for a case that’s hard to drop and, SHOULD you drop it, is quite likely to stop your phone from disintegrating - while still being relatively thin and generally not grotesque - this is a great choice. If you’re a little more crazy and cool and reckless like me, you might want to think: “to heck with it all! I’m going to risk life and limb and go for something a little more minimal.” Or, if you’re like my Gallic friend Marcel who’s so crazy and cool and reckless he’s the modern incarnation of James Dean, you might just go naked and let your phone feel the breeze like nature intended.
Either way, it’s a ten-buck case. So… you know, no biggie.
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Review
XDA is getting flooded with these reviews, so I decided to piggyback off of yours.
I too received one of these cases (clear) for free in exchange for a review.
Build: The build quality on this case seems well above average for a clear plastic case. I have had others and definitely feel this one surpasses the others in terms of quality feel. I appreciate the ridges along the side which adds extra grip to help prevent dropping the phone. All of the cut-outs are precise and spot on. The power and volume buttons are perfectly responsive, and other than occasionally pressing the wrong button, work the same as if there were no case on the phone. Al of the ports are perfectly cut. I had no problem using the USB-C or headphone jack ports. The case is very light. It adds almost no bulk to the phone, although I would be as comfortable as is possible if I dropped my phone from a small distance with this case on it.
Design: I have to first say I am not a fan of clear plastic cases, so my review will be somewhat slanted because of this. This is my personal preference; we know how preferences go. Other than that, I do not like how the case covers the black camera/antenna portion of the phone. I like clean lines. Between the case being clear and having some of the anti-scratch raised lines running through the black area, it just doesn't look good.. to me. Like others, I also dislike having Poetic's "p" in the middle of the back, covering the "S" in the Nexus on the back of the phone. Also, I think the clear case would look better on something other than a silver phone, which I have.
Conclusion: If you are a fan of clear plastic cases, which are slim and do not add much bulk (at the sacrifice of a little extra protection), this case would be more than adequate for your wants and needs. The manufacturer gets an A+ on the precision of all of the cutouts and the feel of the case on the 6P as well. It's less than $10, so if the above fits your description of an ideal case, Amazon has one waiting for you.
gonna piggyback as well.. seems like Poetic is on a cred build exercise... so here it is.. short and simple:-
So to be clear I was sent this case by the good guys at Poetic for my honest review..... Gonna be honest not a professional reviewer but let's start....
Have been using this clear case one for past days as my DD instead of my Spigen one.... The cover feels exceptionally good in the hands though it makes the phone a bit more bulky than the spigen one.... Have had a small drop test as well at night from my bed.... Saw in the morning that the phone landed on its face but nothing happened.... So happy for that and the protection seems good....
I would say go for the black variant the transparent one doesn't look that good .... Personally??
Now the cons.... The case has made me feel how you guys feel for Verizon.... The branding is too much.... If they could just remove the "P" from the center of the case as that blocks my Nexus branding on the phone.... and also if the fingerprint reader cutout could be a bit smaller... it's too big for my liking.... 2nd also .. the plastic near the usb-port is flimsy.....
overall... I would suggest this case without any issues.. the protection is good and that's what matter to me...
Till next time
Rohit
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Check this out!
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i like
but cant find any of these SGP cases or protectors from UK sellers yet?
not good, it's a plastic hard case
it will blow up apart at the first drop, i've had cases like that for other phones, not good for protection.
okay for fashion
OMG !!!!
where i can buy it ?
Pretty good, although I want a case that removes the current backpanel that utilizes those hinges and saves some space. Having a case on top of a removal and useless backpanel seems a waste to me.
but will it scratch the chrome bezel badly when keep slide in and out?
hihihehe said:
but will it scratch the chrome bezel badly when keep slide in and out?
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Likely, but we don't know till someone gets it.
this looks pretty useless to me. Just like an above poster said, the case is made of a plastic that will shatter and crack upon impact and will not be a very good protector for the SGS.
Another thing i'm wondering is, what's the point of this sliding mechanism? I mean, if the case is meant to be on the phone all the time, is the sliding feature only good for removing the phone? If so, i don't see the point for an extra feature like that when we can just remove the phone the conventional way like with most hardcover back cases.
If the case is only for storage, like when you put it in your pocket, and that you will remove it when using it, wouldnt a leather case pouch be more practical and offer better protection?
Just my 2 cents.
i actually tried one of those in the stores yesterday, and i didn't like it the plastic is really too hard, it will not offer impact (drop) protection
the mesh type cases found on the other Case topic offers more protection that this
however of all the 3 type of cases i've tried, the Silicon type is the best, it kinda sucks in looks (there are a few colour and types that does looks good), and it offers the most protection for accidental drops
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the best, it kinda sucks in looks (there are a few colour and types that does looks good), and it offers the most protection for accidental drops
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ok, is this case like the incase slider for the iPhone?
b/c if it is Ima get it. That's what I had on my iPhone and it worked great
plus it didn't look like
yes it is really good, see pic
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i got the red one, is very sharp, everybody loves it
however the new orange one is even better
scrizz said:
ok, is this case like the incase slider for the iPhone?
b/c if it is Ima get it. That's what I had on my iPhone and it worked great
plus it didn't look like
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The fact that it shatters when it hits the floor shouldn't be a bad thing in terms of protecting the phone, other than having to buy a new case.
A phone hitting a floor is all about dissipation of energy - if the energy goes into cracking and breaking a case apart, then a lot of the impact energy will be absorbed by the case breaking. That's why crash helmets commonly break on impact.
A rubbery/solid case might seem a better idea if you accidentally drop your phone, but in reality the shock will be transferred through the rubber (although somewhat dampened) and into the phone structure - and is so in a way more likely to crack the screen/phone chassis.
Of course it depends on the surface, angle of impact and height of the drop, but in general, if your phone falls and the back cover/case/battery fly out, it's better that the impact energy is distributed into these pieces than being absorbed straight into the phone/screen.
This case caught my interest, my only concern is that when we slide in the galaxy S.. would it scratch the chrome bezel ?
warping up plastic in more plastic..
Ordered mine in dante red (10 days shipping )
But will do a video review on my youtube channel when it arrives
(link here if u wna subscribe so u know when it comes out)
www.youtube.com/tech0stickyasglue
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however the new orange one is even better
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I bought this in black, its pretty nice.
For the SGP Ultra Slider, how would you attach a phone strap??
mhwgo said:
For the SGP Ultra Slider, how would you attach a phone strap??
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Exactly my sentiment. Most likely you can't
A rubbery/solid case might seem a better idea if you accidentally drop your phone, but in reality the shock will be transferred through the rubber (although somewhat dampened) and into the phone structure - and is so in a way more likely to crack the screen/phone chassis.
The deal with rubbery case is that it is elastic, it's able to deform and hence reduce the impact/impulse, the same way car bumpers are designed for
Back to topic: I like the slider, maybe too slippery for me =(
SquidgyB said:
The fact that it shatters when it hits the floor shouldn't be a bad thing in terms of protecting the phone, other than having to buy a new case.
A phone hitting a floor is all about dissipation of energy - if the energy goes into cracking and breaking a case apart, then a lot of the impact energy will be absorbed by the case breaking. That's why crash helmets commonly break on impact.
A rubbery/solid case might seem a better idea if you accidentally drop your phone, but in reality the shock will be transferred through the rubber (although somewhat dampened) and into the phone structure - and is so in a way more likely to crack the screen/phone chassis.
Of course it depends on the surface, angle of impact and height of the drop, but in general, if your phone falls and the back cover/case/battery fly out, it's better that the impact energy is distributed into these pieces than being absorbed straight into the phone/screen.
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Finally some case common sense. I for one am going to order a SGP. I have owned nothing but hard cases like the above, the slider and innocaseII and they have all been through hell and back.
Before this I had an all black TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) case. It was ok, but the back looked very plain and boring. So I was looking for something little better, but didn’t want to get one with some wired pattern. Then I came across this.
I didn’t much like the metallic bezel of the SGS, and this case covers it pretty nicely. The best thing about it is the semi transparent back. As you can see from the photos below, I inserted a small piece of paper which I printed off a normal color printer having the Google logo and Android robot; IMO it gives a nice touch. Basically you can put just about anything you like. Overall I think it’s a pretty good case, it doesn’t add much bulk and it is very discreet.
EDIT: I forgot to mention, the buttons are harder to press though.. Thats the only gripe I have against it.
Finally here are some of my photos, Enjoy :
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Finally here are some product images from their website:
thanks for review and photo tip nice idea... and looks very good
could You tell something about 'the grip' ? is phone still slippy ?
doublepost_sorry
does the case absorbes any impact at all?
seems very fragile compared to the mesh type case
Been using this case since I got my phone. The semi-transparent back is hard plastic while the sides are soft. The grip is definitely better than without a case, but I wouldn't say it's great since the back is somewhat smooth. Not sure about drops though.
The only thing I don't like about it is that the sides buttons are kinda hard to press, but I'm guessing thats the same with all SGS cases.
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thanks for review and photo tip nice idea... and looks very good
could You tell something about 'the grip' ? is phone still slippy ?
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The grip is ok but not as good as with a silicon or a full TPU case (I had before) because back is made out of a hard plastic like material with a grainy textured feel to it.
AllGamer said:
does the case absorbes any impact at all?
seems very fragile compared to the mesh type case
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Bezel (the dark black area) still has a flexible rubbery feel to it (much like TPU/Silicon based cases), so I think it can absorb some shock, maybe not as much as other 100% silicon based cases. Transparent back is harder than the black frame, but still flexible (for example when the phone is inserted and taken out you have to bend it , and it doesn't seem to me that it would break easily, you can think of the material as somewhat similar to what regular microwave safe plastic containers are made out of, hard but flexible as well). I guess if the phone falls flat on it's back maybe a full silicon based case might do a slightly better job, but then again none of the cases out there can't guarantee to protect your phone from a fall. I think they are better at keeping the phone scratch free more than protecting from drops.
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The only thing I don't like about it is that the sides buttons are kinda hard to press, but I'm guessing thats the same with all SGS cases.
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Yes, buttons are hard to press. But I had the same problem with the case I had before, and I even tried out a softer casing before that , same issue.
Nice review, good looking case, but I prefere flip cases. And got a good one of thoes
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OT To me cases are basicly just for the looks.
Since I dont intend to be throwing or dropping my phone.
It´s an expensive thing so ofc one uses care when handling it
i prefer my case, ill post a pic later
To add to the OP review, this is one nice case.
I just receive this case from my ebay purchase, installed on my SGS and really liked the case.
Seems like it protects the phone really well.
I also picked up some gel case from ebay. The gel case doesn't cover the bezel very well. This Momax case covers the entire bezel really well, and doesn't add bulk to the phone at all.
really nice case. i like my case mate tough case but it's made the phone a bit too bulky for my liking. this might be a nice compromise between tough case and no case at all.
may try this one out.
Can anyone compare this to a Case-mate barely there case?
They would seem to be on the same "class" of case.
From what I am seeing, the Barely there case would be thinner, but cover less, and also cost more.
From what I see on the casmate website its only for T-Mobile Vibrant..
hi all,
my case came today and i really like it. i have a casemate tough case and while it certainly is tough, it made the phone bulkier than i was happy with.
the momax seems to be just enough coverage to make you feel pretty comfortable with drops but slim enough not to add too much bulk. of course, some bulk is to be expected and i still find the phone more comfortable to hold with the momax case than without any case. without a case i kept thinking i was going to drop the darn thing.
very happy with this case, i will be selling my tough case.
cheers
FYI, it is a really good case and i really liked it. But not really recommend this case if you always need to take your case off.
I got a white one few months ago. Recently i found the hard part scratch the silver front edge...and i have no any method to remove those mark now. So i don't use this case anymore now until i find the best case.
Moreover, the white color seems turning pearl yellow. I think it is because the sweat of my hands.
Anybody have same experience?
Bought this Case - my take
I got this case for 12 dollars off ebay and am glad i paid the premium over the cheap gel cases!
I do not like the gel cases as they are very hard to get into and out of your pockets (especially jeans) so when i saw this case with the hard back i thought id give it a try.
The case does slide out of your pocket easier then a full gell case and seems to protect the phone well. it also hides the silver bezel which is nice since it provides some protection from a fall on a flat surface(providing theres no pebels)
its still not as easy to slide out as the phone without a case but acceptable and the protection is nice!
I have managed to put a few small scratches in the back but its prob from my keys that tend to be in the same pocket of my phone on occasion.
only downside is dust collects along the edges but a quick wipe with a cloth gets rid of it.
I think this is way better than the silicon cases. They tend to stretch and slip off when you take the phone out of the pocket
Here's another option,
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pro-Tec-PGSGSFCL-Glacier-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B0043GW8JI
Got one in my local Vodafone shop for €12, fits great way better than those regular silicon cases, doesn't come off the phone, not discolouring either, gives a millimetre or two of clearance for the camera lens when you put it down flat.
If this is the CaseMate Barely There mentioned earlier http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pro-Tec-PGSGSFCL-Glacier-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B0043GW8JI then it does fit the GT I9000. They had one in my local O2 shop that was for a Vibrant, (even though you can't get Vibrant's here), so I figured I'd try it. It fits beautifully, and doesn't bulk up the phone like all the other cases. I'm seriously considering one to replace the Pro-Tec, but it's €20, and wont have the clearance for the camera. Looks great on the phone though
Ordered one of theses.
Can't wait to receive it !
Me too
Yamashiita Ren said:
Ordered one of theses.
Can't wait to receive it !
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me too! thanks for the review
roocase Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Case - Origami 3D Review
The Origami 3D Case in Granite Black / Cool Gray
* Designed specifically for Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 (Not Compatible with Tab Pro 8.4)
* Origami cover folds into landscape, portrait and a typing display
* Smooth polyurethane cover with soft non-scrach interior
* Matte rubberize polycarbonate 3D shell. 4 corner tablet protection.
* Magnetic front cover
First Impressions & Packaging
The case was packaged nicely with a retail package that indicated it contained a quality product inside. It is obvious from the packaging alone that roocase takes pride in its products. I'm not a packaging expert, nor a advertising expert so I will not give this a star rating. However, I was VERY pleased with how it looked before opening the package. Sometimes, most times I feel compelled to throw away product packaging, but this is not one of those times. I'm keeping the packaging as long as I keep the case. Besides, I found a use for it, as it is storing my Samsung Simple case now, LOL.
Second Impressions & Case Design
(4.5 out of 5)
Holding the case for the first time was a WOW moment for me. It is clearly the nicest case I have ever owned for a tablet. I love the design and the flexible top cover which slightly over hangs the edges when closed. The cover can be put into so many different positions that I actually lost track, lol and not only that it has a stand mode that is just absolutely perfect for fetal position bed reading (which I do a LOT in the middle of the night), without needing something propping it up. Sadly, the Samsung Slim case could NOT do this at all and I found that to be the #1 reason to not use the Samsung case. I couldnt imagine a better design than origami case and trust me I spent nearly two months trying to mentally improve upon it. I give the design a 4.5 out of 5 stars mainly because I know they will find a way to make it even better, but how I do not know.
Usage
(4 out of 5)
I've been using this case for nearly 2 Months now and it has not disappointed. Folding and grasping the top cover in a handle like motion is just perfect while walking around with it (pic below), its like having a built-in easy to grip rubber handle, because well that is what it is. The usage and safe handling like this is near perfect for me. 4 out of 5 stars because I actually like having a cover strap to put my hand inside which is what my Nexus 7 case does. But I think a cover strap would be unwelcome by most users seeking a thin case.
Durability
(5 out of 5)
I really do not believe in giving a product a perfect score because with time EVERYTHING can be improved upon, which would suggest your perfect score was really not perfect after all. However, I have dropped my tablet once already onto a hard wooden floor by accident and was fully expecting a destroyed screen. And when I opened the top cover to see no damage what so ever I was surprised as it hit the floor pretty hard. So as for solidness I think this case is excellent and will give it a 5 out of 5 just because it survived a very hard fall from about 4 feet or more. However being as thin as it is I would NOT try dropping it intentionally. I probably just got lucky, YAY!
Fit
(4 out of 5)
The Tablet fits into the case near perfectly, however on the bottom right corner I find the tablet popping out of the case easily, almost too easy. If I try to remove the tablet from the case from any other corner I find it very tight and the case does not want to let go, however If I try to first pop it out from the bottom right it just comes out with NO effort, almost too easily in fact. Not sure if this is by design or a slight fit flaw but it seems like the bottom right corner just does not have the "snap" feel to it like the other corners do. Also, one note to mention, you must remove the case if you need to change out microSD cards. Overall I give the fit a 4 out of 5 stars.
Finish
(4 out of 5)
The finish of this case could not be any better as I just love the feel to my hands (and to the eyes when cleaned), although I do find the back cover capturing every finger print like a law enforcement finger print scanner machine, haha. I have had to wash this case under warm water once already just because it felt like it was sapping oils out of my hands, lol. Also the inside of the top cover, which is a light grey colored rubber material on mine, likes to darken from holding it which is surprising because I am a hand washing addict, maybe to the point of being a germaphobe. Yes I wash my hands probably 15-20 times a day but that hasn't stopped the cover from getting darkened quite a bit in the fold areas where skin contacts it the most. Either this is dirt (I doubt it though) or a better explanation would be hand oils that is trapped inside the rubber material because washing it did not restore the darkened areas to light grey. Also, one little note I almost forgot to mention, because the top inside cover is a rubber material with a honey comb texture, this texture leaves a slightly annoying design on the screen which has me wanting to wipe the screen down far too often, after every openeing in fact. Maybe the top inside cover would be better if it was made from a microfiber material? Over all I give this case a 4 out of 5 for its beautiful finish when cleaned.
My thoughts after 2 Months of use
Well I must say that I think the ONLY thing that can be improved would be weight, and maybe material used for the inside of cover. For a Slim case I think it weighs a tad bit much. However for everyday use around the house or the office this is THE case to get. I love the black and grey color combination and the texture of this case is fantastic, however I'm not much of a fan of the honey comb marks it puts on the screen, but this can be ignored. Over all it is well worth the asking price and built like a tank without the weight of a tank. If only they made it almost exactly like this but with microfiber material for the inside of the top cover, that would have been my preference, not to mention dropping about 100 grams of weight off of it at least.
Overall I give this case a score of 4.5 out of 5 stars, as its just really that good!
Images below provided by roocase. Last one taken by me showing how I like to hold it, with its built-in handle. This is where the rubber material really comes in handy as its VERY solid and feels like its impossible to drop in this manner.
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Cards on table: I kinda begged Poetic not to send me this case for review because I am NOT a fan of big, chunky, ‘rugged' cases. Nevertheless, here it is, so here’s my take.
There’s only one reason people buy a case like this: because they’re paranoid to the point of insanity about damaging their phone. Okay, there’s two reasons: the second being they have a weird Rambo fetish going on, and they think cod-military design cues might appeal to a drunk biker chick at three in the morning when her final vestige of self-esteem has been dissolved in half a gallon of Pabst Blue Ribbon. ("Hey, ladies, I’m into using protection if you know what I mean. Hur hur.”)
So, yeah. Protection. And I GUESS this case does that. I mean, it takes about an hour to prise the front and back sections apart, so I can’t see them just popping open post-tumble. And there’s about 37 inches of rubbery TPU swaddling the sides (rough approximation), so it should help your device withstand the occasional gravitational gonking.
But, seriously, I’m not going to put my phone in this case - or any case - then lob in into oblivion, just to test that out. So, frankly, we have no real way of knowing how well it protects a Nexus 6P. What we CAN do, though, is see how well it protects other things, which is what I’ve decided to do today. Pics attached as we go.
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So, let’s start with soft fruit - and I’m afraid this one’s a fail. If it’s small enough to fit in the case (sorry, bananas), it’s gonna fall out through the massive great fingerprint sensor hole at the back (no unsquished blueberries for you, pal). There’s a chance you could get a date or two in there, but my local store was fresh out, so… you know, bummer.
Since this case is clearly meant to be carried about your person, I figured it might be useful as a shin-guard for rough-and-tumble sports like football, rugby or synchronized swimming. And, yeah - I think we’re onto something this time, largely because any good shin guard’s gonna be covered up by a whopping great athletic sock (apologies for my decidedly un-sporty orange fellas today). In turn, that means no one’s going to have to look at the sheer aesthetic grotesquery of this case and question whether their eyes are on the blink. Win, win, my friend. Win, win.
Here’s another thought. Maybe this case isn’t meant to provide protection solo? Maybe you’re meant to use it with a suitable peripheral? It’s getting nippy out there as winter starts to bite, so I’m guessing they’ve launched this thing to cash in on burgeoning hand-cream sales. Now, you’re going to struggle to get a tube of cream right into the case, but what you CAN do is use the integrated kickstand to make a neato display stand for your lotion of choice. As a bonus, that means you can leave the cap open without risking any unexpected - and unexplainable - dribblage all over your furniture. CONVENIENT.
Finally, technology’s helped with so many elements of modern life, but the boffins have yet to invent anything that can help us protect our innermost secrets. Well, you know what? Poetic haven’t cracked it either. I can totally see how this case would provide amazing side-protection for your guilt, shame and subterfuge. But that transparent front section is going to give the game away quicker than a drunken Irish boxer in a cheesy movie plot. Shame, really. I could’ve done with a way of hiding the fact that I’m now wearing this case like a codpiece.
AW, MAAAN. DID I ACTUALY TYPE THAT? GUH.
Good un-review!
I actually look for cases like this as I work part time as a railway worker while I'm at uni studying app development.
But I do agree these are not cases for the average user. And I doubt there are many railway workers/construction workers rocking a nexus 6p ?
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ajgftw said:
Good un-review!
I actually look for cases like this as I work part time as a railway worker while I'm at uni studying app development.
But I do agree these are not cases for the average user. And I doubt there are many railway workers/construction workers rocking a nexus 6p ?
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Nothing to do with the thread but, what's up fellow railroader!
davwman said:
Nothing to do with the thread but, what's up fellow railroader!
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Haha now there's a under-represented demographic of nexus 6p owners, railway workers.....we could start a very small thread of our own lol
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Although you think this case is unpractical and too bulky, it might be what the Nexus 6p actually needs. My 6p is in a standard rubber case from SUPCASE (the one with the clear back on Amazon). One day I dropped the phone no higher than 3ft onto a rubber/fake tile ground. It landed straight on its back and everything looked fine. After taking the case off, I discovered that the top portion of my volume button was indented and the aluminum casing had actually bent outward by the volume button (not too noticeable but it can be seen from looking at the phone from the side). I don't know if it was just my luck or this phone is just way more fragile than I thought it would be. I completely agree with you on the bulkiness of this poetic case, but it seems like anything less won't do its justice in protecting this phone.
Caveman39 said:
Although you think this case is unpractical and too bulky, it might be what the Nexus 6p actually needs. My 6p is in a standard rubber case from SUPCASE (the one with the clear back on Amazon). One day I dropped the phone no higher than 3ft onto a rubber/fake tile ground. It landed straight on its back and everything looked fine. After taking the case off, I discovered that the top portion of my volume button was indented and the aluminum casing had actually bent outward by the volume button (not too noticeable but it can be seen from looking at the phone from the side). I don't know if it was just my luck or this phone is just way more fragile than I thought it would be. I completely agree with you on the bulkiness of this poetic case, but it seems like anything less won't do its justice in protecting this phone.
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I think what many people forget is that phones these days are essentially all in one PC's and I think in general are very well made for what they are.
Obviously a manufacturer has to make a choice between all the demands of the consumer from latest and greatest performance and screen size to slim form factor and premium materials.
What we get in the box is not meant to be ready for every one of life's scenarios, and that is why cases exist, some people demand greater protection to the detriment of form factor and sometimes at the sacrifice of usability.
For every phone I own I usually end up with several cases that I use depending on what I expect from the day ahead of me.
If I'm at University I use a Spigen rugged case to protect from general wear and tear and to offer some protection should I drop the phone.
But I also work on the railways so when I'm out on site I use the poetic revolution case because it's a much more dangerous environment.
And on the days we do concrete pours or extensive excavation work, I take a $30 Nokia phone and leave the nexus at home cus I've seen work mates drop a phone into a 8 metre deep hole that's filling with concrete....and there isn't a case yet that protects a phone from that!
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I'd like to thank Poetic for the opportunity to review their Affinity case. Without their offer, I honestly would have never tried this case (just being honest). I am very picky about cases and I usually end up just tearing the case off and going caseless after a short period of time.
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Look and feel:
When I first saw this case a while ago, I chose not to buy it because it looked plasticy/cheap with the hard back edges. It looked like a bland case and likely a cheap one that I would just toss out after using it for all of two seconds. Now, I actually like the hard plastic a lot! I especially am enjoying the side grip edges (although I sometimes confuse the edge for the volume button).
The case is made of soft touch silicon with which we are all familiar. Every part of the materials of this case remind me of the cheap store bought (likely Walmart bought) cases. But, this case doesn't feel cheap. I can't quite figure out why it doesn't feel cheap but it doesn't. The layout of the case is really good. The top of the case even grips the slope of the phone.
Update: the buttons on side are some of the best feeling buttons on a case. I hate the feeling of trying to search for a button or not knowing if it was really pressed.
Fit, finish, and durability:
The fit is tight as others have mentioned. It was slightly difficult to get the phone in the case. However, once in the case, the fit is spectacular. The edges next to the screen are far enough that LMT launcher works without it being set to more than 35 for width. That is huge to me. Also, when sliding for a menu, like in Google Play, you can do that without clicking on the hamburger menu. That last detail seems trivial, but when you constantly are trying to slide over and the freekin case won't let you get it right, you want to curse the world. This is a place where many cases fail.
Update about fit: I think the tight fit goes back to the stiff material used for the bumpers that also prevents much shock absorption. Taking the case off is a bit of an Olympic event without feeling like you're going to break something.
Finish is lacking that "premium" appeal and look. Maybe Poetic can add some sort of larger logo or design to the case to give it some flair? I guess what I'm trying to say here is that it doesn't LOOK premium or unique. If you're someone who wants a case that the world looks and says, "i want that case", then this case isn't for you.
Durability of the case feels iffy, but I really can't point to anything appearing to be made cheaply, ready to fall apart. A la the Nexus 6 back cover issues. The glue seems strong etc. Only time will tell otherwise, however. I personally am going with the case being well made as everything points to that direction.
As for drops, I haven't dropped my phone in the case, nor do I plan to, *crossing fingers*. That being said, the cases by Tech21 have a satisfactory bounce when you lightly drop the phone in the case on a table etc. This case doesn't really have a bounce. The sides do have a slight bounce, but not much and the top and bottom don't have any bounce. In other words, if you drop your phone in this case, it's less absorbing than it is shear hard impact deflecting. So, if you drop your phone in this case, it's a possibility that the case won't absorb enough shock to really protect your phone. I wouldn't recommend more than a 1-2 foot drop with this case and that fear will concern people. Most drops are from 4-6 feet.
I would like to see Poetic do some thinking on the material. Or, maybe there is something I'm missing about the design and I am grossly wrong. But, I doubt that I'm too far from the truth.
Overall thoughts:
Despite my dislike of the plain and outdated design as well as the drop durability concerns, I do like this case a lot. It feels better than any other of my cases which include another slip on case as well as a case with a screen protector built in. The other cases feel far bulkier and less comfortable. I enjoy a "naked" feel to my phone and that's why I don't usually have a case on for very long. I cycle cases all the time. But the Poetic Affinity case provides a naked feel and I really do like that. The grip is great and the feeling of the case is very satisfactory despite its looks.
No case is perfect. That being said, if you want a naked feeling case that gives some protection as well as a great feel and grip, then this case is definitely one of the better options and it's the best I've tried thus far. If you want a case to protect your phone or look stylish, then I would recommend looking elsewhere for a case.
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Great review! I also received this case (chose the Frost/Clear variant) as a promotion and really like it.
panamaniac said:
Great review! I also received this case (chose the Frost/Clear variant) as a promotion and really like it.
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Thanks! I need to update the post about the buttons...I really like them.
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schwartz.matthew.e said:
Thanks! I need to update the post about the buttons...I really like them.
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The volume buttons? Yep they are nice for sure. It's hard getting the case off but that's probably good in the long run.
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The volume buttons? Yep they are nice for sure. It's hard getting the case off but that's probably good in the long run.
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Yeah the volume buttons. It's definitely snug fitting which I am OK with as well.
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I'm really looking for a way to get this case off easier.