Some of you may have seen the thread in the accessories section about a case that was offered to some members in exchange for a review. Well, prior to the user getting banned, I did respond and receive my case and figured I would own up to my end of the bargain and provide a review.
If you want to see what I am talking about prior to reading the review, this is the product:
Rearth USA | Judge us by the cover!
I got it in Slate Gray.
I have been using a TPU case for a while that I like with the exception of how difficult the buttons are to press. I have used other silicone cases before, but I typically don't care for how flimsy they are. This case is different. It fits very snug compared to your typical silicone case, so once it is on, it doesn't really slide and flop about like you would expect. In addition, the back side and the corners are much firmer than most silicone cases as well, so the protection seems much better. The part of the frame that fits over the edges of the front are a bit more mailable and would play very nicely with a screen protector.
My two favorite parts are: 1. How easy the buttons are to press! My power button is a bit recessed and it is still remarkably easy to access with this case. 2. The backside has a little cutout for the HTC logo. It seems minor, but it gives the case a much more finished look, in my opinion.
I realize that the $17 seems a bit steep for a silicone case, but I think that this one is definitely worth the money. If you are wanting something minimal with good overall protection, then this really seems like your best option. I've been using it for a couple of weeks now and it shows no sign of wear, even with a 3' drop. That old TPU case of mine is now history. The Rearth USA case will stay firmly attached to my HTC Evo 4G.
~Bryan
*Worth noting* I have already received my case and am under NO obligation to provide a positive review.
If you want to see what I am talking about prior to reading the review, this is the product:
Rearth USA | Judge us by the cover!
I got it in Slate Gray.
I have been using a TPU case for a while that I like with the exception of how difficult the buttons are to press. I have used other silicone cases before, but I typically don't care for how flimsy they are. This case is different. It fits very snug compared to your typical silicone case, so once it is on, it doesn't really slide and flop about like you would expect. In addition, the back side and the corners are much firmer than most silicone cases as well, so the protection seems much better. The part of the frame that fits over the edges of the front are a bit more mailable and would play very nicely with a screen protector.
My two favorite parts are: 1. How easy the buttons are to press! My power button is a bit recessed and it is still remarkably easy to access with this case. 2. The backside has a little cutout for the HTC logo. It seems minor, but it gives the case a much more finished look, in my opinion.
I realize that the $17 seems a bit steep for a silicone case, but I think that this one is definitely worth the money. If you are wanting something minimal with good overall protection, then this really seems like your best option. I've been using it for a couple of weeks now and it shows no sign of wear, even with a 3' drop. That old TPU case of mine is now history. The Rearth USA case will stay firmly attached to my HTC Evo 4G.
~Bryan
*Worth noting* I have already received my case and am under NO obligation to provide a positive review.
