Need a new case for my 5S. Any recommendations?

[blueshapti]

I'm a big fan of the tech 21 impact cases. They have a band of D30 around the edge if you drop your phone with no adverse issues.

The tech21 impact band was suggested by Apple rep at store when I purchased 5s on first day last September. He had been using it on his phone. It is very grippy, yet minimalistic. I use the back clear panel it came with and have dropped the phone twice. It hit the corner and suffered zero damage. Am very satisfied, as the impact absorption really seems to work. I didn't want a full case, yet found the phone rather slippery, naked. Tech21 has worked for me.

 

[BreakingKayfabe]

Still waiting on my Spigen bumper to show up. In the meanwhile I'm using this bumper.

tavik outer edge bumper case black/charcoal - Style # TVK-IPH-039, TAVIK | iphone 5/5s cases | Modern Beach Culture

I like it. Just that the power button is hard to push down on.

 

[Haalcyon]

The tech21 impact band was suggested by Apple rep at store when I purchased 5s on first day last September. He had been using it on his phone. It is very grippy, yet minimalistic. I use the back clear panel it came with and have dropped the phone twice. It hit the corner and suffered zero damage. Am very satisfied, as the impact absorption really seems to work. I didn't want a full case, yet found the phone rather slippery, naked. Tech21 has worked for me.

I love the look of the Tech 21 cases but they don't work with any of the tempered glass screen protectors I've tried or currently use...so it had to go back. It caused them to peel.


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[newsman787]

I have just moved to Otterbox Symmetry and truly like its combination of slimness and sturdy build. While the Defender may offer a bit more solid protection, right now the Symmetry is a pleasure to use...and simply feels good when holding my iPhone 5s.


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[rayz336]

All of these positive things I've heard about the symmetry are making me want to give it a shot

 

[markhunsaker]

I like the Spigen Slim Armor or the Lunatik Seismik case. Both are pretty thin but provide some protection.


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[jhaire89]

I am currently moving between 3 cases: the Speck SmartFlex Card, Incipio Stanley Highwire, and the LifeProof Nuud. Speck and Incipio are my dailies and the LifeProof is only if I know I'm going to be out in rain because people say they can't hear during calls with the LifeProof. Really liking the Speck because it gives the feel of the curved back of a Mophie without the weight of a battery case.


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[vietalogy]

Speck cases all the way.

 

[Redneck Trash]

I'm a fan of the Seidio DILEX w/kickstand. Used them on 7 different devices now. It does add some thickness but it provides great protection.

http://www.seidioonline.com/apple-iphone-5-dilex-metal-kickstand-case-black-p/csk3iph5k-bk.htm


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[HAWK]

-Otterbox for bulky drop protection

-Life proof for water and dust protection

- apple leather case for professional looking with a bit of scratch protection for the sides and back

Notable others: speck, spigen, case mate.

There are so many cases to chose from and that I have used over the years. Personally now I buy the apple care and go without a case unless I'm in a very vulnerable area in which I use the otterbox defender.



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[Septembersrain]

I'm back to using my wallet case again. I just couldn't stand the Otter Box on my 5s. =/

I really need to be careful. It's already got that small nick...

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[Haalcyon]

I'm back to using my wallet case again. I just couldn't stand the Otter Box on my 5s. =/

I really need to be careful. It's already got that small nick...

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Look at the bright side, that tiny nick gives your phone character, makes its "yours".


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[HAWK]

Look at the bright side, that tiny nick gives your phone character, makes its "yours".


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Exactly! I always say that to people finally someone gets it lol. Gives it character


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[wbkm85]

no case!!

phone is too pretty to ugly it up with a bulky case. just be more careful

i just use a life proof for outside / water activities.. rest of the time its naked.

 

[Dennisgarcia]

I just got this case today by speck. Pretty sick looking and great at protecting my phone.


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[Haalcyon]

I just got this case today by speck. Pretty sick looking and great at protecting my phone. View attachment 54148


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That is a pretty Candy Shell. What flavor?


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[vjh425]

I just got the Speck candyshell + Faceplate case and I love it.

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[Spencerdl]

I have three Spigen cases (Gold Tough armor, Crystal Clear Ultra Hybrid and Gold Neo Hybrid). The Spigen line up is second to none ...IMHO.

 

[anon(73368)]

I have three Spigen cases (Gold Tough armor, Crystal Clear Ultra Hybrid and Gold Neo Hybrid). The Spigen line up is second to none ...IMHO.

Agreed! I have the neo hybrid and wouldn't use anything else!

 

[anon4757448]

I just got this case today by speck. Pretty sick looking and great at protecting my phone. View attachment 54148


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I absolutely love this! Where did you get it?


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