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Current crop of thin 7/8 Plus cases - what do you recommend?

imwjl

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What’s your favorite or suggested thin TPU or Silicone case these days? It seems like so many cases that get reviewed are ugly looking hunks of stuff. OTOH, the Apple Leather & Silicone cases are expensive.

I’m looking for an alternative to my favorite - black Apple leather. Are there some alternatives to Apple Silicone that are reasonable quality?

Consider this an exercise in alternatives to ugly molds and stamped TPU types and the cost of stepping into the Apple Store that’s near where I work (their Silicone models).

Thank you.
 

imwjl

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I've got a new Spigen on the way... I'll post pictures when it arrives... hopefully today!

Hi,

What one? I see typical fat ones, hard plastics I generally can’t stand and the two thin ones Liquid Air Armor and polypropylene Air Skin.

I had a polypropylene case once before and it was pretty much no protection and broke if you took it on and off. Their TPU case looks to have decent edges but not much for color choice plus a highly textured back.

I want smooth so it’s easy to clean.

Yeah, first world problems.

:)
 

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I have the black apple leather and i have tried the thin ones...always end up back with the apple leather
yes they are expensive but so is the phone ! Now if they would just make one for the new iPad !
 

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I got a Toras TPU type that is VERY thin and seems like painted or coated clear. It will not be a winner for protection but it is thin and inexpensive. The fit is good but not much lip over the screen.
 

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I got a 7s plus case recently, this case with patterns of Wolf and the back of the phone case with tempered glass and GaN LED, and the tempered glass is so durable, that won't break even if you hold it and slap it hard on the table. This one also made with soft TPU. So I'm not sure if it will have a good protective effect.
But it will light up and the light on the case will change according to the music. The color of the light will be different base on the song and random. So I think this case is more suitable for entertainment.
Oh.. There is a video link:
https://youtu.be/l7ruoIxLS2U
 

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