iPhone Case Discussion Thread v 3

Hope this thread helps to facilitate forumers with users review/ratings thus making searching and buying iPhone casing easier.

For new iPhone 3GS users, 3G casings still applicable as there's no changes in shape or size.

Cheers

Kindly use the template below to post a review of your casing.

2G/3G/4 iPhone Casing:
Price:
Rating: /10
Pro:
Cons:
Comments:
Pictures:


YOu can PM me with your reviews and i'll post them.

RULES- TAKE NOTE: NO SALES POST ALLOWED. POST WILL BE DELETED.

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Buying iPhone case:

1) One Utama - Mac City
2) MidValley and The Gardens - Machines
3) Sunway Piramid - Machines
4) KLCC - Machines
5) Lot 10 - Machines

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Invisible Sheild [IS]

Pros: RM65-80 per set, better grip and protecting against accidental scratches.
Cons: Dust accumulates at the edge of the iPhone and turned yellowish. Peel off overtime.

BodyGuardz [BG]

Pros: RM99 for 2-in-1, more smooth and shinning. after 24 hr, all bubbles disappear.
Cons: Collect dust on the edges.

Invisible Sheild and BodyGuardz comparision: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/738844/+400

SGP Shield

iPhone Casing: SGP shield for iPhone 3G
Price:RM99
Rating: 9.9/10
Pro: Come with 2 sets, the screen protector is ultra clear & cover whole body including the chrome bazel
Cons: Although the screen protector is ultra clear, but still it suffers from fingerprints
Post Link: https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=25626076 (xxrule)

SGP Shield Comparison Chart: SGPStore.com

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Applying Bodyguardz! (credit runner999)

https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/902353


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*FOR NOOBNESS SAKE

Can 2G iPhone cover change to 3G iPhone, visi-versa? NO..you can't.

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iPhone Case Discussion Thread v1: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/660063

2G/3G/3GS iPhone Case Discussion Thread v2: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/915863

This post has been edited by davidgary73: Oct 20 2010, 06:41 PM

3G/3GS iPhone Case

iPhone Casing: Switcheasy Colors
Rating: 8.5/10
Price: RM 70-100
iPhone Casing: Ikonic Edge iPhone Superslim Pouch
Rating: 9.8/10
Price: USD 39.95
Post Link: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/915863#entry23221527 (Kazachok)

iPhone Casing: : Power Support Crystal Jacket
Rating: Reviewed in Apple Store.
Price : USD 39.95
Post Link: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/915863#entry23370798 (pjastro)

iPhone Casing: Griffin iClear
Rating: 9.5/10
Price: RM98 @ Machines
Post Link: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/915863/+20#entry23445579 (teikwing)

iPhone Casing : Switcheasy Rebel Artic
Rating: initially - 9/10, after - 5/10
Price: RM 119
Post Link: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/915863/+40#entry23573141 (Hanxz)

iPhone Casing: Capsule NEO (Black)
Rating: 9 / 10
Price: RM 129
Post Link: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/915863/+80#entry23830449 (vrulz)

iPhone Casing: Capsulerebel Red/White
Rating: 8.5/10
Price: RM 119 each
Post Link: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/915863/+280#entry24753636 (llsphinxll)

iPhone Casing: Capdase ConXept Case for iPhone 3G (White)
Rating: 9.5/10
Price: RM68 @ Machines
Package includes: ConXept Case, 1 x Hard Screen Protector (Anti Scratch, Unbreakable), Stand, Pouch
Post Link: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/915863/+380#entry25231055 (teikwing)

iPhone Casing: 4Mac Aquacase for iPhone 3g, Comes with different colors like blue,red,white,pink and smoked.
Rating: 9.5/10
Price: RM79 @ Machines / RM69 from a forumer here called 'alexnek'
Package includes: 4Mac Aquacase, 1x Screen Protector
Post Link: https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=25290737 (pelvin)

3GS iPhone Casing: SwitchEasy Vulcan - Clear
Price: RM109
Rating: 9/10
Pro: Protect your iPhone very well and look very nice especially on white iPhone. Package comes with headphone jack and charger protector.
Cons: After 2-3 months, the case will turn to yellowish and make your white iPhone looks like old one.
Post Link: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1427683/+220 (CypherHackz)

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This post has been edited by davidgary73: Aug 11 2010, 02:38 PM

2G iPhone Case

iPhone Casing: Cozip
Rating: 8/10
Price: RM80 +
Post Link: http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/915863/+20#entry23486502 (selinix)

2G iPhone Casing: Griffin Wave
Rating: 8.5/10
Price: bought from ebay. USD12.99 plus around 7 bucks shipping, total USD20.14
Post Link: http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/915863/+220#entry24540240 (Ndrew)


Battery Pack

2G/3G iPhone Casing: Mophie Juice Pack Air (White)
Rating: 8/10
Price: RM 3xx
Post Link: http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=26224760 (Clarencerx)

iPhone 4 Case

Coming soon.

This post has been edited by davidgary73: Jun 20 2010, 02:14 PM

anybody using trexta snap on racing series already? mind to share about the case.

saw it, dont like it
tho the back looks very nice..but minimal protection to the front.

I'm looking to buy Power Support anti-glare film for iPhone 3Gs, can someone please PM me or direct me to the right way. Apple store is simply charging too much plus with shipping fees.

Hi,

How much they charging? anyway, i oledi pm u the price.

Cheer
xavinlyn

anyone using viva flip case?
the one promo with maxis now ...
world cup series ..
any good?

Lol i just wanted to post it. I think tomorrow i go see the product at maxis then later might get it lovee the design the only problem is i dont have a maxis iphone.

lol
i owned a SE torrent, but my friend smart smart go stretch the silicon rubber ...(coz wanna take out the case with force)
now saggy edi ><
so thinking of getting another case

i like the design and the love of the country
but the casing doesnt cover the chrome area , and flip cases normally will wear and tear somewhere

Hi... & also to doomx!

I bought one oledi...haha! Looks great, feels great! Of course, the $$ also great!! But on offer wat....hehe...

Chk out my Blog entry http://middlelip.com for my comments... & a video review fr YouTube...
Watch the video cos wat that guys says, me support 100%...cost he's right!!!

Hv a good day!!

This post has been edited by zeone: May 21 2010, 04:46 PM

i owned a switcheasy colors while i love it, the thing is dust magnet. gg. every dust speck is also the casing makan
really dont have lint la but then dust everywhere.

p/s can we just buy from them outright? my iphone is from digi but i do have prepaid maxis la. lol

This post has been edited by doomx: May 21 2010, 04:47 PM

Hi,

Just wanna ask does the viva casing cover the bezel chrome part?

Cheer
Xavinlyn

would LOVE to have see review about viva cases after few month of usage ...will the color worn off ?

Hi Xavier, saw the review. No, it does not cover the chrome bezel.

Hi,

Thanks for ur info bro. I thought flip top casing normally cover bezel chrome haha.

Cheer
Xavinlyn

anybody uses beyza case before? this in particular

http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=1419044&hl=

can tell me how good it is? thinking of getting it since i cant afford the vaja which is awesome.

this 1 cost 150 bucks while vaja is 119/(RM83 promotion price) o.o

you mean viva? lol. u cant get vaja for that price man.
If vaja is that cheap i will get it straight.

http://www.vajacases.com/

feel free to look

Nope. In his first video review of another Viva flip case, the reviewer said the company told him that the chrome bezel was intentionally left exposed due2 users' preferences! Probably seeing the chrome shining thru the gap gives a sp look to the whole unit?

NB. Sorry...din see PeeEl's reply earlier...

To monked : Colour of leather fading? After a few mths? Only time will tell. There is advice on leather care in their webpages... http://www.vivacreation.com
Fr wat I kno of leather goods, they do show wear & tear over time eg our leather wallets? Moreover, nothing lasts forever, rite?

This post has been edited by zeone: May 23 2010, 09:17 AM

lol...but suddenly i feel this case is not for me ..
a extra piece of leather will be bugger me when i play game on landscape mode ..
xD

Thanks for you information dude, so viva is not covered the chrome bezel due to the design purpose.

I do agree with u, nothing last forever, it will be more lasting if u take good care of it.

Cheer
Xavinlyn

Agreed re above. Kinda gets in the way even when one watches videos, too. The designers could hv made the front pc "removable" eg attached via some kind of "press studs"?

However, on the aeshetic side, that would make the cover less streamlined! Yup, final designs are always a compromise wan...hehe....

any silicon type protector recommanded ?

Anyone know where i can find Incase Chrome in KL? looking for pink and blue specifically (not for me obviously)

Hi,

You can consider about iskin product or Switcheasy Vulcan.

Cheer
Xavinlyn

epikcase!

nope

Moderators Nte: STOP POSTING ONELINERS.

the screen protector comes with bodyguardz issit anti-glare type?

epikcase is great budget case. i got one from another forumer but did not turn out well..got another one from another forumer and that was ok.

i dont really know what is the problem...however, amongst the vulcans, the cheap silicon 10 bucks condom like, and the epik case, i prefer the griffin slider like case. hardshell outside, softer rubber inside. protects the phone from almost anything.


its somewhat similar to the slider and i got it for only rm 59 bucks if i remember correctly from alvincool

Hi,

for bodyguardz, is not a Anti-Finger Print type of screen protector. If u looking for good Anti-Finger SP, u can consider powersupport or switcheasy.

Cheer
Xavinlyn

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Added on May 27, 2010, 1:15 amYa, something is really hard to explain, is depend on luck oso. Some of my buyer bought the SE Vulcan, ultra clear, turned yellowish easily, whereby some of them no problem at all.

Griffin slider like case like elan form, is perfectly fit ur iphone, giving u good protection as what u said, but if ur iphone got applied bodyguardz or other type of bodyguard type SP, it will become very very tight till not fit nicely anymore. So have to beware.

Cheer
Xavinlyn

This post has been edited by xavinlyn: May 27 2010, 01:15 AM

Let me know if the problematic one is the one that u got from me. Let me know in PM.
BTW,if u somewhat like to game, there is a new product which makes your iPhone to be almost exact like a gaming controller



I've personally tried it on and it's really very gaming controller like..sort of like PS3 controller but without the long legs at the bottom...lol
the legs are on the back of the phone thus making it lifted at least 1cm from the surface u place your device on.

This post has been edited by lhongwuh: May 27 2010, 01:57 AM

Hi, i dunno is this the right place to ask, does those shop that offer applying those fancy sticker that cover the back of the iphone reliable?

yea dude. the problematic one was from your batch. I bought the same case from another person and it fits perfectly. screen protector did not peel off n caused bubbles.

And i found out that the one u exchanged to me was not epik case. Since i saw the whole epik case range and the one post exchange was not in there. probably some other brand.


Anyway, i guess u should check with ur supplier since im curious how come another batch seems to be fine and yours seems to peel of my SP.

Hi, i've seen some iphone cases price at about RM20++ to 40 in sg wang... why is it so cheap compare to cases in places like machines or epic.. is it different in terms of quality? will it somehow damage my iphone?

thanks

Well, quality wise of course is different and it might scratch ur iphone indeed. Anyway, try on ur own risk.

Cheer
Xavinlyn

its status lah! if you notice, even the slim slim type of case that dont cover chrome bezel is > 100 ringgits in those store.

I've seen alot of almost same design but different manufacturer and they all cost higher. These are companies that spend money researching, improving, marketing, etc etc which incurs cost. The ones u see in lowyat are mere copycat that dont involve the stages above. Therefore its cheaper and its produce in mass quantity because of lower cost of manufacturer in bulk. Therefor the price is very much cheaper.


On another note, apple has been synonymously assigned to the category of above average status. Designers, rich boys etc own apple products and Apple wants to capitalize it. If u see, without plans from maxis or digi, normal people wont/cant afford the iphones. Because Digi/Maxis has brought it in and packaged it competitively, many people like yourself are asking this question " why are apple related accessories expensive"

Ya bro, i totally agreed on you.

Cheer
Xavinlyn

It really depends on how you look at it. Since you are spending so much money on buying iphone I think you should be able to spend just another RM100++ on getting a better quality skin. This is not to show reputation but You pay wat you get. I have got some skins sample from china and they are less than RM 10 and the quality is too low until I will not reveal it. I also have got skins which cost about RM100 and it is nice and also you have confident with them.

just found out this website
http://www.colorwarepc.com/p-193-iphone-3gs.aspx
you can customized the iphone color, i mean d original casing. anyone tried this?

thanks for the advice ^.^ ...well.. quality always comes first

after a month over of using the capsuleNeo..i 'undressed' my phone and noticed that she still looks alot better without anything on..

i mean the chrome part does give it the 'classy' look and the capsuleNeo completely covers them,for protection purposes of course...

yea. i undstn what you are trying to depict.

however there are trade offs such as the glossyness at the back would look severly retarded after whole day holding ( i.e oily hands will definitely make it look disgusting )

i wonder if those zagg works best in this scenario and leave the phone as it is. However, looking at how it tends to peel off after sometime in the pocket etc, its a continous commitment.


good thing digi has 1 to 1 exchange. in case a button does not work etc, can exchange even how scratched your phone is

haha..im actually leaving it without the case since im at home now..and u know what started this?i got my DiGi bill posted to me with the iphone pictures on the back and i was like,why doesnt my iphone look that good? now i got my answer..

even with zagg IS or tat bodyguardz frm US. i doubt it solve the oiliness/greesynesss issue.
ignore the back. the front will be like a nonstick frying pan after a few phone calls if we dont clean/wipe off the oil.

nothing that we can do bout it... unless our body doesnt shed oil/sweat

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Added on May 31, 2010, 1:32 ameven with zagg IS or tat bodyguardz frm US. i doubt it solve the oiliness/greesynesss issue.
ignore the back. the front will be like a nonstick frying pan after a few phone calls if we dont clean/wipe off the oil.

nothing that we can do bout it... unless our body doesnt shed oil/sweat

This post has been edited by ahnien: May 31 2010, 01:32 AM

anybody tried this? much cheaper than bodyguardz or IS leh.

http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...nsparent+shield

^ i notice that thread but not convince because cant find any review etc. im more worried about peeling off or the film itself turn yellowish.

It is very obvious on my phone especially because its white

Actually im waiting for someone who bought come and give review. i also scared bout the yellowish thing although my iphone is black.
But the price is pretty damn cheap. Rm40 only.

Wow, is really damn cheap. But i will concern about the quality instead of price, coz if is not lasting and peel off ezily, i rather buy the branded 1.

Cheer
Xavinlyn

do u all only buy tint film for your iphone from Machines?

any other shops sell this item but cheaper rather than Machines .?
I unsatisfied Machines Staff Services ~ i wan buy one tint film that not leave finger print on screen ,? any idea ..it seem sound like Anti-????

Anyone here using plastic casing for your iPhone? I'm using SwitchEasy's Nude Transparent and eventually the case left scratch marks on the white chrome. Guess it is inevitable unless using silicon case

Anyone experienced the same?

Haha, then u can consider about PowerSupport.

Cheer
Xavinlyn

Hi,

Sorry to hear that ur iphone scratched on the chrome bezel part. Normally thin casing won't cover the chrome bezel part, that's y is possible to scratch the chrome bezel part. If u need casing that cover chrome bezel part, then will be little but bulky.

cheer
Xavinlyn

anyone using the paul frank's silicon casing?
i saw someone selling it for Rm50 ..
izzit good?

I'm looking for a matte screen protector.

what i have in my mind right now is between SGP steinheil and Power Support. So just want to know which one is good if any of u guys have been using it before.

Thanks

Actually, the SwitchEasy's NUDE case that I'm using, it covers 2/3 of the chrome bezel and only left the part facing front doesn't covered.

It's in my case that somehow some dust gradually trapped within the case itself at the side and scratched it (well, most probably due to that reason upon my assumption). I'm just wondering if anyone around having the same problem like me where plastic case actually scratched the chrome bezel. Mine was transparent, so I can notice it

hi guys anyone using this casing?

http://www.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.pro...oduct_Id=505289

I got it from Machine Sunway Pyramid for RM 68 its the base is black while the clip on's are white and blue respectively, and its made of rubber and flexible abit harder than EpikCase but not like your acryclic plastic cases, covers the entire chrome bezel, with ample of room for you to press the button comfortably.

its slim too and slips into pockets without much hassle

Sneak preview of what's coming our way... manufacturers already came up with marketing for iPhoneHD (4G).

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Added on June 3, 2010, 1:54 ambro, beware of fake ones. alot of them are china-made.
err...actually most of the casings even the branded ones are all made in china, but the branded ones have better quality control.
Incipio also sells Paul Frank Silicone casing. You can check it out on their website at www.myincipio.com.
The retail price in SG is SGD 59, convert to MYR is about RM 140. Unfortunately, currently the supplier doesn't have stock,
otherwise we would be selling them here at RM 130 inclusive of shipping to your address by Poslaju.

Cheers
Xavinlyn

This post has been edited by xavinlyn: Jun 3 2010, 01:54 AM

any review or command regarding air jacket from machine ?

I just bought these from rainyrin Just loving it! The whole collections are so cute adorable! Just cant wait to have it in my hands soon!!



This post has been edited by yusvogue: Jun 3 2010, 10:45 AM

the invisible shield comes with 2 front and 2 back like bodyguardz in each box?

IS only comes with 1 set instead of 2.

any 1 tried case-mate casing before?

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Added on June 7, 2010, 12:17 pmhow's the case? appreciate you can give some feedback, if it is good, may get 1 for my wife

This post has been edited by bearbearhong: Jun 7 2010, 12:17 PM

I just got the first one (the stripe type) and everyone was asking where did I get it?
The case are so perfect and loving it to the max! Nice, cute and very rare product..
Which I bet you can't find anywhere (so far) in KL...
Your wife sure will love it
But unfortunately, the seller has stop selling it as she will be busy with her study soon... She might continue after a few month or later..
And that's why I bought like every type of it.. hehe.. bought for my SIL oso, as she loves whatever rare skin like this.. huhu

Cant wait for the rest of the casing to come huhu

This post has been edited by yusvogue: Jun 9 2010, 02:50 PM

Yet another unique case...



This post has been edited by Shoki: Jun 26 2010, 12:47 AM

can someone point me the laminating shop over at digital mall section 14. The last time i read it was on the 2nd floor but i dont know which. Thanks

i'm using PF skin..
i bought at Pavilion KL..
very nice...but sometimes it will make ur fingers feel sticky or 'kesat' in malay
but it has very beautiful graphics

Vaja released a new case yesterday with more products on the way!

The only case available so far is the Classic Retro Slim Bag. It costs $55 and has a status of 45 days for handicrafting.

http://www.vajacases.com/

Look up Hanxz at Garage Sales(GS).

anybody bringing in iPhone 4 casing or SP?

might bring a couple of bumper when i am back. Let me know if anyone interested.

Hope to get the colour ones this weekend.

There is an Apple Fair this week at Pavilion with loads of casings!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=130875890263953&ref=mf

How's ur bumper? Is it good?

But it says specificly Mac and Ipod products....

Mac + iPod Discoveryweek ( Epi Centre )

maybe there will be iphone stuff too?

This post has been edited by gyver: Jun 29 2010, 03:34 PM

Saw an interesting case posted by harmeet15 in UK iPhone 4 thread

Ballistic HC: The Toughest Of iPhone Cases

no...all the apple's product accessories available in this event
with 20% discounts..
i just bought a case for my iphone today at the event

just got my ZAGG Invisible shield for iPhone 4 and applied it oto my iphone 4
The side part is abit tricky to put on

It's always tricky..and when u dont stick it properly dust enters and it looks so ugly..thats why im having second thoughts getting an IS again..

Picture after applied?

abit ugly tho coz my noob skills





and yea, there is just iPhone at the back, not iPhone 4
and also no 16gb or 32gb

That nicely done... how about the side?
If cover with the bumper, i think no dust will come inside.. right?

How about SGP Shield? Is it any better than IS?

the side is worse lucky got bumper to cover.

better dont show coz its quite ugly lol (and i lazy to take out the bumper again, quite hard to put it in with SP)

Okay then... im still comparing between zagg vs SGP Steinheil...
which one better for the feel n protection...
but i fall over the SGP Steinheil stuff...

Hope some reseller in lowyat can bring in...

I've used both and SGP protection is scratch-able..IS gives more good protection.

The IS is crystal clear type one or just plain plastic...?

Err..clear but not so clear...

just a pre caution for you guys..well today i went to the event to look for incipio feather for my phone..i guess they are selling some replicas or something..i ve check the feather..the texture is kinda diff and there's no logo in the case..which i think it's there after i watch few reviews at youtube..and the cut outs are bigger..

wats the best case that leves no scratch mark on the chrome panel ?

^ im using a Silicon Case..seems to do the job for me of not scratching the bezel..Im using SwitchEasy Colors

will the case go saggy if take off my iphone always?..plan to buy switcheasy colors too..

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Added on July 1, 2010, 3:59 pmu can try switcheasy rebel m..it gives total protection..but it does add bulk..alott

This post has been edited by dimpleeee: Jul 1 2010, 03:59 PM

Are you sure? Cz I just bought incipio feather case at the event yesterday..
i have watched an instructional vid for incipio feather on myincipio.com & even a review vid @ youtube too...
there is no logo in the case..maybe there some cases have logos some not