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Au-l-hiver t1_j5wk5dy wrote

Nothing. You’re immediately more cautious.

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Au-l-hiver t1_j5ygsk1 wrote

I used to have a case ever since the“invention“ of the camera bump. But I wanted to be able to see the color of my phone and not hide it behind another generic black case. Now I’m Case free for about a month and so far it’s been wonderful!

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mgnwlf t1_j5zdwi5 wrote

I'd love to go caseless but I'm scared to scratch the cameras. Do you put your phone face down? I always like to keep mine face up, but I guess it'd be a change of habit if I were to go caseless.

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Au-l-hiver t1_j5zedbp wrote

That’s the thing. I used to lay down my phone everywhere. Now that there is no protection anymore I just don’t. Always in my pocket if I’m not using it.

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Bishime t1_j60j9o3 wrote

I believe you’re much more likely to scratch the screen(or back glass even) than the camera. The lenses are still (to my knowledge) sapphire crystal (ever since the 6 I believe?) so while it’s not impossible it would take placing it on like rough concrete for it to be truly affected imo.

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mgnwlf t1_j60w2iz wrote

Interesting. I just looked into the apple watches screen (i still have the series 4) & its the Ion-X & mine has taken a couple hard hits &there's hardly any scratches. & according to google the sapphire is harder compared to the ion x. So I think that eases my worries a little bit.

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Bishime t1_j610mkc wrote

Yes, ion-x is apple (and I guess the industries) best attempt at mimicking sapphire crystal. Its the best they can do to minimize the price on the watches but they’ll likely never replace it for camera lenses until they synthesize new glass tech.

at the end of the day, for even more peace of mind, you’d need something with a hardness scale of 9 to scratch sapphire crystal. So you’d basically need to be putting it camera down on sand paper (which includes materials like corundum—H9 hardness) to scratch it.

For even more reference/reassurance— sapphire crystal sits next to diamond on the hardness scale. Whereas even Ion-X glass sits a lot closer to quarts.

Basically the metal lining the camera and the back glass itself will scratch way before the lenses on the camera. Even putting your phone in a pocket or bag with keys will destroy the screen before you notice a nick on the camera lens

Hope that helps ease the mind. Also not to sub-nerd out on glass lmao, it’s kinda crazy how far we’ve come

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jk2577 t1_j5wrrd4 wrote

A condom.

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Happy_Traveller_2023 t1_j5wxfm5 wrote

OtterBox Commuter Series

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TypicalJeepDriver t1_j5xot6a wrote

I bought mine and the dude had that same case on it. I was gonna swap it out with some cooler looking but this case just works so well. Really protects it, can’t see any reason to change that unless they come out with one with a clear back.

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sixbysteel t1_j60zi44 wrote

I would totally go for a rugged clear Otterbox case, but I think they only have the Symmetry series in clear :(

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TypicalJeepDriver t1_j611ztx wrote

I just paid $10 for a new commuter through their warranty program. My plastic cracked where the charger port is. Pretty solid warranty lol.

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NeutronJohn1 t1_j61oidy wrote

Why not just get a case you can skin, like rhinoshield

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HeavyCl0cker t1_j5xhwgk wrote

I use Apple leather case. Even though the quality is next to nothing when compared to the old leather cases, It's still not bad enough to compare with cheapo plastics. If I try to import other brand's leather cases to my country, It costs me probably double for what I paid for Apple one. To be fair, Apple case is not the worst quality though. It's just not as good.

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I also use spells and curses of three lonely witches but that's another story.

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5yb9u1 wrote

I am going to need to borrow those witches when I am in the city.

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emu222 t1_j5wfmok wrote

Okay I love the wrap that’s so dope!!

I have the clear OtterBox Pop Symmetry I believe, and I wanna change up the look of my 12 Pro. Maybe I’ll order a wrap for it!

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5wgbts wrote

I prefer skins over cases but I have to protect my phone from other people. So a case is needed at times. You should try different protective coverings I learned that it helps with the resell or trade in value.

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ROM_18 t1_j5xke1q wrote

iPhone leather case plus Mous hybrid screen protector. They are both very thin so they add no bulk to my 13 mini.

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Aloha_808__ t1_j5x4i4r wrote

Glass screen protector and that’s it

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5yb10n wrote

You are living on the edge my friend. I like it!

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itsapotatosalad t1_j5yiete wrote

Apple leather case on pm14. Gets heavy when I use the MagSafe wallet too

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-AdamTheGreat- t1_j5wartg wrote

I use the ESR Classic Kickstand case with the ESR Armorite screen protector.

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5wfed7 wrote

Does the kickstand add to the heaviness of the phone?

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-AdamTheGreat- t1_j5wfjhd wrote

Not at all. It’s really great.

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5wh3er wrote

Ok, I might order the clear case next week. I thought the kickstand would add that extra weight I didn't want. The pro series are heavy out the box. Having multiple light clear cases is a must for me.

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-AdamTheGreat- t1_j5whgx6 wrote

I have the purple one (with the deep purple pro) and it is great. Hope you like it.

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JDabney24 t1_j5x4i9v wrote

OtterBox Frē waterproof case. Used to be Lifeproof. Great all-around protection while having a relatively thin profile and has MagSafe.

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aquablaze69 t1_j5ypqut wrote

UAG.

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5yqfhi wrote

Is it heavy? It looks heavy.

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aquablaze69 t1_j5yr2w4 wrote

Nope. I have been using UAG cases on all my phones since 2014. I swear by it. I dropped all my phones so much and not once has anything broken, all thanks to the case and a screen protector. Saved me so much money in repairs.

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eri_kderik t1_j5yq9gc wrote

None. I throw my 12 mini everywhere(in the Gym or at Home) and its holding up insanely good.

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5yqvbq wrote

Not even a screen protector?

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eri_kderik t1_j651n9y wrote

had one but i always fuck up the installation so i stopped trying… but my phone looks brand new

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Confident_Loquat_417 t1_j5ywagg wrote

The almighty over priced Otterbox Symmetry Clear. Nothing better to show-off the iPhone8 Product Red I’ve been using for 5 years .

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Shinsekai21 t1_j5x8bsy wrote

PhoneRebel Rebel Gen 4 case for me

I was gonna go for Mous Limitless 5.0 for their lifetime warranty and reputable protection. But the color button on PhoneRebel case just look so damn good

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togusas9 t1_j5xi808 wrote

Spigen Tough Armor Magfit case
Spigen GlasTR EZ Fit Optik Pro lens protectors
Spigen GlasTR EZ Fit screen protector

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[deleted] t1_j5xrkhb wrote

Pelican voyager on my iPhone 13

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thots89 t1_j5xsshz wrote

Xundd + tempered glass

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DrTurb0 t1_j5xtjz3 wrote

Rhinoshield Bumper. Check my profile, it’s visible with my DIY magsadfe Powerbank

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Final_Issue6617 t1_j5y2prm wrote

Loopy case! Buffalo plaid.

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5yhrrq wrote

I always wanted to try the loopy case...they didn't have a lot of transparent cases back in the day.

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Final_Issue6617 t1_j5yi71p wrote

I know they have a few now, but I can’t really tell you more than that as I’m not really a fan. I have had a ton of their cases over they years, they are pretty much all I use.

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jugestylz t1_j5y5qp4 wrote

ideal of sweden, marine blue for iphone 13 pro sierra blue.. with cutouts where they have to be. very important is a cutout under the display, so the swipe up action is fluid and not interrupted by a bezel. the only one i could find with this cutout. a few years ago (last on iphone 11) the apple cases also had this cutout under the display. since iphone 12 it’s gone, except for the clear case.

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schmittyfangirl t1_j5ycq5i wrote

Velvet caviar baby animals case and smartish tuff sheet screen protector

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Critical-Cream-1964 t1_j5ygp0x wrote

a screen protector

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5yhdd5 wrote

So out there So daring!

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Critical-Cream-1964 t1_j5yho3x wrote

It just feels better without a case. I have broken a few phones in the past, I have become better in not dropping them

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5ypx90 wrote

That is a habit we all need to practice. For me it is about other people. I am around clumsy individuals 5 days a week. It is always someone else damaging my devices.

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cam1xx t1_j5ykafn wrote

Nothing, no screen protector and no case, completely naked

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5z09o6 wrote

Wow, you are so confident!

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cam1xx t1_j5z0f0b wrote

Just gotta be careful, my 11 is the first phone that I’m running completely naked since day 1

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J_MareQ t1_j5ykt3f wrote

Stainless steel frame and Ceramic Shield. I hate phone condoms especially since the 14 pro max is so heavy already

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iop90 t1_j5ypdj5 wrote

Belkin anti glare screen protector and a spigen thin fit case. Love the combo

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No_Neat_2885 t1_j5yq6m8 wrote

Speck crystal clear.

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No_Neat_2885 t1_j5yrcw0 wrote

Figured it was the best option considering I bought the blue phone ! lol.

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Aggressive-Ad-5316 t1_j5yv5cs wrote

I just use old oil cans and gas cans that are clean but old oil so if someone steals it it’s probably not going to work

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Eazy3006 t1_j5yv6hw wrote

Phone rebel flex series.

I’m never gonna buy anything else.

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PKMNTrainerEevs t1_j5yy5v3 wrote

A Mous clear case and a Spigen screen protector.

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yeet12958 t1_j5yzekz wrote

A mous case, the best case.

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good_sativa t1_j5z2ibv wrote

I’d love to not use a case, and have in the past. But feel as though I should as I have had some issues. I have a casekoo slim clear thing on it more. Still shows the purple phone color, and has likely saved me on a small drop or two already

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vraci09 t1_j5z4en1 wrote

Nomad leather case - dark brown

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ysbt_mo t1_j5z4lvw wrote

The “surgical-grade stainless steel” including with the iPhone 13 Pro

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palebluedotttt t1_j5zdbb4 wrote

Etsy case that took 2 months to arrive

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5ziohb wrote

2 months though! Was it custom made?

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palebluedotttt t1_j5zjcxm wrote

No, it just came from china 😔 a lot of the shops on etsy aren’t handmade items, they’re dropshippers

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Mr_Maooo t1_j5zfj8w wrote

I have the same case on it, just the camo version. The front got whitestone dome glass (I am really satisfied with that, so I always go with them even they are so expensive) and the cameras have the normal single piece stick on glass protector.

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Shinoski t1_j5zlio8 wrote

Glass screen/camera protector from Amazon + Mous 5.0 leather case.

My usual tradition is to use my phone with the case for a bit, and when i feel comfortable enough for an upgrade, ill go full naked and use it freely.

For anyone curious, the Mous 5.0 case is pretty nice. It’s not the cheapest case but it feels nice and protective. For me, it made the phone bulkier than i was expecting..especially the width, but ive gotten used to it.

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blkrfl556 t1_j5zn9o2 wrote

Modified otterbox commuter. Cut the inner rubber piece out and added a magnet. Instant MagSafe commuter. Before you say “symmetry and defender XT” I don’t like either of them.

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JaroYaw t1_j5zuy22 wrote

i am using a UAG Pathfinder on my XS, i try not to drop the phone, but when i do, it holds up.

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Papitienesqu t1_j5zxgh8 wrote

A generic 10$ case and a 2.5$ cheap ahh screen protector

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SighAnideYT t1_j604zwi wrote

Some red one with a ring I got off Amazon for the IPhone SE (Think it’s Gen 2)

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ghess151984 t1_j605657 wrote

I have been using the rugged Onn cases from Walmart for the past 4 years or so. They work great at protecting my phones.

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FrizzVictor t1_j608a0a wrote

Some knockoff clear MagSafe case. Works pretty damn well.

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sixbysteel t1_j608eon wrote

A 39daph duck clear case and a Walmart ONN glass screen protector!

https://preview.redd.it/89w8s6dnkhea1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&v=enabled&s=f57a12e4d1db91dd7bf342e77e3376ed6cffcb24

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Trolef t1_j60cath wrote

A level 10 frost mage

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LRwastaken t1_j60cgow wrote

Just a debrand skin on the back

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ryancess t1_j60qe7d wrote

The grace of God

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Scrantonicity_02 t1_j6123ao wrote

Chill…save some for the rest of us at the discotheque!

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Jxmpy t1_j633otw wrote

Was using a Caudabe Synthesis on my 14 PM but just got my Phone Rebel Crystal Flex 14 in today and I love it! I'll be switching between the two depending on what i'm doing.

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BigSadOof t1_j65n4h8 wrote

Absolutely nothing

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j66sw6b wrote

So bold. I don't like seeing scratches and marks on my devices.

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BigSadOof t1_j67r79k wrote

Old jet black iPhone 7 so there’s not much I can do

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j68bbxr wrote

I had the product red 7plus I upgraded from the 5s. The 5s and 7plus are my favorite devices. I see ya living dangerously. I was like with my XR I quickly went back to skins and light cases.

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BigSadOof t1_j68fltm wrote

My biggest gripe with the product red iPhone 7 was the white bezel which was fixed with the 8, but the 8 series didn’t cut it for me looks wise. I also don’t dig the dual cam setup on the 7 plus, doesn’t look great

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j68jitu wrote

I always selected the iPhone in the darkest color. It was something about the red at the time that helped me ignore the white bezel for a while. I liked everything about the 7plus it took me a while to upgrade to the XR.

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thtmnbhndthecrtn t1_j5ydx5o wrote

no matter what it is, it is waaay too expensive for what you are actually getting

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5yeh48 wrote

Please explain

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thtmnbhndthecrtn t1_j5ym8ic wrote

A piece of molded plastic worth about $1.00 sold for 20-50 dollars is what I mean

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j5yyqr4 wrote

You can get skins for $10 or less just look for promo codes. They catch the nicks and light scratches while out of the case.

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DeadReddevil77 t1_j61jt29 wrote

Before: UAG Pathfinder, Now: dbrand Gripcase with Acid DAMASCUS skin on it.

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NeutronJohn1 t1_j61or3m wrote

I have a Samsung but this was in my feed so OtterBox Defender. Unfortunately I'm stuck with black because I got the cheap version of my phone. I wish it were navy blue

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Krugen7 t1_j61sa0f wrote

Tech21 evo Max black

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SilverLight141 t1_j61tty2 wrote

Depends on the day, some days it’s an Otterbox Symmetry or the MagBak case.

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retraC9999 t1_j622gq7 wrote

Caudabe sheath on 13 pro

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Sherw00d91 t1_j67vfrt wrote

Vans case 😎 But lets talk about that amazing comic thing you have behind it?😮

https://preview.redd.it/6be9cy5svsea1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&v=enabled&s=dbe505c1c1ef3c953b841cc7d26f720e27907f52

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AIVAORVAIA OP t1_j68adsw wrote

Please tell me you have Vans' gear with it. Nice case! The backdrop is from Dbrand . They always send quirky things when you order from their site. I put all my gadgets that I customized on it because it is black and white and my gadgets are always colorful.

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