Returning the seidio case/clip combo

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Coming from a speck, I was looking for a case that would both keep my phone out of my pocket and not pick up scratches as easily as the speck.

Decided to go with the seidio active case and clip combo and in my opinion the cons out weigh the pros especially at a $50 price point

Pros:
1. Case looks great and doesn't add much bulk
2. Clip is sturdy and fits the phone snug
case has decent grip

Cons:
1. The way the clip is designed, the rubber of the case almost always peals back from the top when trying to snap it in the clip.
I used the case for about a week and the rubber is already somewhat stretched out.
2. Also, the rubber smells terrible. Reminds me of a unused garbage can liner.
3. The rubber picks up lint and dirt like there is no tomorrow.

On the plus side, the speck case fits the clip great and that solves one of my issues.

All and all, the case is ok but definitely not worth $50 so its going back.



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I had the issue with the silicon catching the holster clip innitially, but quickly learned to hold the phone so the my index nuckle pushed the clip back as I holstered it. Sounds odd, but it actually takes no effort or even thought after doing it a few times.

I've heard the complaint of smell from alot of products lately, and they seem to be hit or miss. Obviously your not in the habbit of sniffing your phone, so it must be pretty strong, guessing you can smell it while you talk? My neighbor anD I bought the exact same matress (tempur pedic) at the exact same time from the exact same store and got them delivered on the same truck on the same day. His had a horrible plastic/chemical smell that took a couple days to go away with his bedroom windows open. Mine didn't smell at all unless I burried my nose in it and only on the first day. I've heard of this happening on a host of different products and it's very strange on how spuratic it is.

I paid under $40 for mine, got it from mobile city and feel it was appropriately priced. You may want to take a look at the Reiko (spelling?) for cheap on ebay. It is bulky, but very inexpensive, or the two models by Trident. One is released, one will be very soon. They are around the same price point and have a proven track history. I'm just not 100% on he holster design.

Originally Posted by Chief Geek

I had the issue with the silicon catching the holster clip innitially, but quickly learned to hold the phone so the my index nuckle pushed the clip back as I holstered it. Sounds odd, but it actually takes no effort or even thought after doing it a few times.

I've heard the complaint of smell from alot of products lately, and they seem to be hit or miss. Obviously your not in the habbit of sniffing your phone, so it must be pretty strong, guessing you can smell it while you talk? My neighbor anD I bought the exact same matress (tempur pedic) at the exact same time from the exact same store and got them delivered on the same truck on the same day. His had a horrible plastic/chemical smell that took a couple days to go away with his bedroom windows open. Mine didn't smell at all unless I burried my nose in it and only on the first day. I've heard of this happening on a host of different products and it's very strange on how spuratic it is.

I paid under $40 for mine, got it from mobile city and feel it was appropriately priced. You may want to take a look at the Reiko (spelling?) for cheap on ebay. It is bulky, but very inexpensive, or the two models by Trident. One is released, one will be very soon. They are around the same price point and have a proven track history. I'm just not 100% on he holster design.

Yeah the smell is the one thing that is really bothering me. I catch a whiff of it after talking on the phone or even when im just holding it.

As for the clip, I wouldn't mind doing the workaround you suggested however the fact that the rubber has stretched out over the course of five days is totally unacceptable. I haven't even been that rough with the case to justify it already loosing its original shape.

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I quit using mine, and have stuck to the 10 dollar one I found on the web.
Not as much protection as the Seidio, but I'm always VERY careful with my
phone.
Like I said, it won't offer anywhere near the protection as the Seidio case, but,
it serves the purpose I want it for. The belt clip. Slips in and out without problem, but is snug. Also has a kick stand if you pull the clip out and drop
down the wire holder.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI...E:L:eek:C:US:1123





---------- Post added at 08:24 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:43 PM ----------

I sent Seidio an email with my observations of the case/clip combo.
They do have an email for technical support...might not hurt to let them
know. I also threw in some photos.

I agree the active case top edge is too soft, but I do the same trick as Chief Geek and push the spring loaded top up put my phone in and let it down with one hand. I even did that with the surface cases which are rigid bit I guess I just do it automatically. I have never just pressed the case in and let it snap into place.

That said, I do like having a nice rigid holster to carry my phone, freeing up my pockets. I do like the surface cases better, but I guess Seidio felt they wanted to offer more protection to a larger more expensive phone.

Originally Posted by p51d007

I quit using mine, and have stuck to the 10 dollar one I found on the web.
Not as much protection as the Seidio, but I'm always VERY careful with my
phone.
Like I said, it won't offer anywhere near the protection as the Seidio case, but,
it serves the purpose I want it for. The belt clip. Slips in and out without problem, but is snug. Also has a kick stand if you pull the clip out and drop
down the wire holder.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI...E:L:eek:C:US:1123





---------- Post added at 08:24 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:43 PM ----------

I sent Seidio an email with my observations of the case/clip combo.
They do have an email for technical support...might not hurt to let them
know. I also threw in some photos.

Hey thanks for the link. I just ordered that case. I was like 13 and change as I paid for the upgraded shipping. I too am extremely carefully with my phone so the case providing minimum protection is not an issue. Ill post back with my review when I get it.

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wow is that a new case? looks filthy
u didnt lie about saying it catches lint n dirt

I had called seidio about the issue when I got my combo about the silicone being too soft. They said I could send back the case and keep the holster and they would credit back the amount of the case itself. I am using the speck case with the seidio holster but I got a discount on the speck case.

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The only problem I've had with the combo is that the top microphone hole slowly drifts over time. I'm hoping it's not going to affect recording or call quality.

I have a pretty sensitive nose, but my case smells just fine. No worse than anything else I've used, it's a pretty bland, neutral scent.

I agree the rubber where the clip attaches (and right above the upper mic incidentally) should be a bit tougher. But since the soft case is all one piece, putting something stronger there I feel would make it more fragile along the seams. Either way, I'd never just push it into the clip. I always lift the clip, place the phone, and lower it into place. Didn't take long to get used to that.

I have noticed it picks up lint easily, but I have yet to notice a scratch or any dirt on it. All in all though, I really feel like this is the best case I've ever had for a phone. However it is definitely the most expensive as well... :/

They need to come out with the surface case. Best Seidio case ever.