cell phone case/covers...opions please

7 years ago

last modified: 7 years ago

I need to get a new cell phone cover/case. All the ones I have used is the kind that have a rubber like inner skin and then a plastic decorative 2 piece that snaps together around the skin. I've been happy with this type but I've always wondered if I'd like a flip type...

I have an iphone 5s and will upgrade to whatever new phone they come out with later this year. So if it's an Iphone 7 I'll the get Plus...I want a BIG screen!!

I figure I'd give a flip case a try to see if that is what I'd want when I get a new bigger phone later.

I can pick up a cheap one on ebay to take for a test drive...Although most come with credit card slots, I wouldn't use them.

If you have a flip case, do you love it? Would you buy another one? What's the downside of a flip case?

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KATHY

7 years ago

I have used a flip case on my last 2 iphones and prefer them. I use it as my wallet.

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always1stepbehind
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7 years ago
Example of flip case I'm referring to:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Wallet-Flip-PU-Leather-Phone-Case-Cover-For-iPhone-Samsung-LG-/251744855501?var=&hash=item3a9d29a5cd:m:mF3iTPnmwoirf5yAa7OARpg
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always1stepbehind
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7 years ago
My only hesitation is that I like to be able to see the screen or I should say that I am used to seeing the screen. I work in an office so I keep my phone to the side on my desk, ringer off...then when I'm on the car I set it in the cup holder so I can see the screen. But if I'm gonna try one, now is the time...I need a new case. I don't want to waste money on a good case for a new phone and then not like it.
KATHY
7 years ago
I keep it open on my desk sometimes and the 6plus I have, does not fit in my cupholder, it lays on my passenger seat.
localeater
7 years ago
I had a flip case I liked it for the fact that I could use it as a wallet, but I didnt like how the flap felt when I folded it back to talk on the phone. I felt bulky. Kind of made me wonder if the flip case is designed for those who use their phones as devices and for texting and not really for talking. This may not be true with all cases. I would love to hear others experiences.
always1stepbehind
Original Author
7 years ago
I thought about that too Localeater...if it will be awkward to use when talking on the phone. I text more than talk but it's still something to think about. I also looked at ones that had a window in the front so you could see the clock or if a text comes in you can at least see who it's from without having to flip it open but I didn't see any that I really liked...I ended up buying 2 inexpensive flip cases...one is a goldish color one with a little flap as a closure and the other one is black, no flap closure strap but supposedly magnetically closes...??
terezosa / terriks
7 years ago
I like my case to be as minimal as possible, because I want to be able to slide it easily into/out of my purse.
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always1stepbehind
Original Author
7 years ago
I need a little bulk but not Otterbox bulk..I feel like I need something to grip onto....The few times I've used my phone with no cover on it, it feels so slippery. I like my case to cover the front edges of the phone too.
3katz4me
7 years ago
I too want a case with as little bulk as possible as I keep mine in my pocket almost all the time. Same reason I never went for a larger phablet. Someone I work with has the flip case and she uses it as a wallet. I personally wouldn't want to carry my wallet around with me all the time but I do have my phone with me as it has my calendar and all my various lists and notepad where I write down everything I need to refer to down the road. I guess it depends on how you use your smartphone.
lilsophie
7 years ago
Hi Always :) How's it going. I'm glad I saw you over on this board, to say Hi. I haven't seen you on any boards lately.

I have an iphone 6. I too have been looking for a new case, but just don't know what to get. I know I don't like the cheapy thin plastic ones that I have seen. Where do you usually buy your cases at?
terezosa / terriks
7 years ago
I usually buy my cases on Amazon. I like the cases made from TPU. It adds nice grip without too much bulk.
OutsidePlaying
7 years ago
I like Speck cases. But you need to purchase a glass screen protector for the front. There are several types of Speck cases. The first one I had for my 5s had a textured back. The current one I have for my 6 is not textured and I keep saying I am going to replace it with a clear one. I bought it when there weren't so many 6s cases available. Now there are more.

I do not like the big bulky Otter Box cases. DH got. 6+ a few months ago and got an Otter Box and immediately returned it for a slim case. Hated the bulk.
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always1stepbehind
Original Author
7 years ago
Lilsophie...Nice to see you too. I usually buy my cases on ebay. I actually just received one of the two flip cases I ordered today...just slipped the phone in. Of course the first challenge is not seeing the screen. Most of time I have my phone on silent/vibrate so I rely on visually checking for texts...I supposed I'll have to start keep the volume on.

I like ebay because the cases are affordable. I usually look for free shipping and I do the "buy it now" feature vs bidding on items.

I find good cases and good prices for the Iphone 6's (daughter has a 6) at TJ maxx and marshalls. Etsy also has cute cases. My phone is the dinosaur of the iPhones now...I plan on upgrading once the new phones come out at the end of the year.

cell phone case/covers...opions please

KATHY

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