Comments on: Go Naked: A case against iPhone cases

By: Renkman

Renkman — Sat, 11 May 2013 11:13:00 +0000

In reply to DB. You're right, they don't drop well. I forgot mine in my lap one day and when I got out of my truck I was reminded where I left it as I saw it fly out into the street. Surprisingly, I only had a small dent on the corner, but point taken. I still didn't put a case on it after that, and Gazelle still gave me $300 for it, scratches and all.

By: James Rogers

James Rogers — Fri, 10 May 2013 19:51:00 +0000

I appreciate your perspective here, Kevin, and I’m totally with you on the Otterbox. I hate those things. I do force my kids to use them, thanks to replacing a couple of cracked iPod Touch screens a year ago.

I’m ok with using a battery case, and the new Mophie Helium isn’t too objectionable. I’m also in total agreement with Brandon. For those who don’t care for a case, skins are still a great idea. They will really cut down on the dings in the anodized aluminium sides and back.

For anyone out there looking for a thin case that doesn’t obscure the iPhone 5, but offers a little protection, check out the Vaja Nuova Pelle that I review a couple of weeks ago. It’s extremely thin and light, and doesn’t cover up every inch. It compliments the 5 very nicely. Pair this with skins, and you have enough protection, without masking the good looks of the phone. I’m still using mine, and I love it.

By: James Rogers

James Rogers — Fri, 10 May 2013 19:42:00 +0000

In reply to Frank Verderosa. Amen on children changing your perspective on devices.

By: Frank Verderosa

Frank Verderosa — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:28:00 +0000

Kevin- totally get the message of this article. I love my Iphone for it’s sexy glass looks. But I cover it up in a wallet case for my commute in NYC, and an Otterbox if I’m out playing in the snow or beach. Also- PLEASE do a follow up on your article when you have children. Because I’m PRETTY sure you’ll be singing a different tune. Also update it when your commute is by train or subway rather than car. 😉

By: thomsonwhite

thomsonwhite — Fri, 10 May 2013 01:42:00 +0000

I’ve never used a case on iPhone 3’s and 4’s but the iPhone 5 black bezel scratches and reveals the metal so easily from simple daily use, it looks cheap and nasty after a short time.
Apple replaced my 5 with a refurb after the sleep button stopped working and I’ve wrapped the new one in a slim case.

I’d much prefer to not wrap the iPhone 5 because it is the nicest iPhone yet, but looks nasty too easily.

By: DB

DB — Fri, 10 May 2013 01:27:00 +0000

In reply to Boss Mike.

As much as I appreciate the design and aesthetics… C’mon. You say “Don’t drop your iPhone” like its simply a bad choice we make when we do it. Fact is… s#%t happens out there and, for me, a protected, working iPhone is far better than a pretty one at risk simply because, THEY DON’T DROP WELL when they do. How about instead of wearing a seat belt, just don’t have an accident.

All that said… They sure do look better undressed 🙂

By: Mark and Lori Rackers

Mark and Lori Rackers — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:27:00 +0000

I don’t have a case, but I have my teenager’s iphones in a lifeproof case. I can’t count on my hands the number of kids that dropped their phone in pool or found it falling (or flying). There just no way of getting the kids to be careful. Of course I could buy them a crap phone, but I want them to have an iphone.

By: disqus_QTGRIddi9I

disqus_QTGRIddi9I — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:25:00 +0000

I like the case with a built in battery, for longer times between charges…

By: Renkman

Renkman — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:25:00 +0000

No cases, with one exception–at work in the field I have dropped mine in the water before. So “sometimes” while working I have a case…sometimes. My HTC One and every iPhone I had before that was made to be held and appreciated. What’s the use in keeping it perfect–re-sale value? So you can buy another one that you hide and never get to appreciate? Blah! Naked all the way!

By: Teh_Babyarm

Teh_Babyarm — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:00:00 +0000

I’m case-less on my iPhone 5. Dropped it 3 times: first was a fall out of the pocket. The second and third were just carelessness since it was already a little boogered on a couple corners. It’s too nice in the hand to get a case. instead I spent that money on AppleCare.

By: davidleeking

davidleeking — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:52:00 +0000

Yep – no case. Easy to get in and out of my pocket, and … I don’t drop it. I don’t want to bulk it up with a case or covering or bumper do-hickey, and since I use an Olloclip for pics and video, I’d have to take it out of the case a lot anyway. So no case for me!

By: liam robinson.

liam robinson. — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:21:00 +0000

I dont like the idea of a massive case although I’m quite fond of the bumper case, even if it does slightly add to bulkiness of the iPhone, with saying that I think when you take the bumper case off you really do appreciate the phone for what it is and how beautiful it looks and feels. I think screen protectors are a necessity though (providing you get them on perfectly) because they can make the difference between a scratched and shattered phone, especially if the screen protector is of good quality.

If I am to use a case it will be a bumper for going out where my phone could possibly be scratched etc. but if I’m just around the house or even if I’m going out sometimes I will just take the bumper off and enjoy the phone for what it is.

By: brandon

brandon — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:57:00 +0000

Agreed.

However – I am all for adding a “skin” and screen protector. Obviously dropping your phone is never a good plan, but scratches on the screen and body can be easily avoided by spending a few bucks at bestskinsever.com or bodyguardz.com.

I generally don’t use a case, but as soon as I buy a phone, I order a skin for it.

By: Boss Mike

Boss Mike — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:30:00 +0000

No case on my iPhone and I completely agree with this statement. The phone is too beautiful to have in a case and hide it. People who drop their phones put themselves in a bad situation. Walking down the street with your iPhone in one hand while walking on concrete is an accident waiting to happen.

Just saying…