Question For Otterbox Users With Maxx

ColtRocker · Feb 7, 2012

I have a hard enough time finding the power button at night as it is. Does the Otterbox Defender make it any harder?

Sorry in advance if this question has already been asked, I searched and could not find if it had.

hoppyjr · Feb 7, 2012

I can't speak to the Defender, but the Commuter case does make the power button engagement easier for me.

cboss · Feb 8, 2012

Ditto for the commuter. The case actually enlarges and rubberizes the power button.

Darbley77 · Feb 8, 2012

cboss said:
Ditto for the commuter. The case actually enlarges and rubberizes the power button.

What they said.

yjkoh · Feb 8, 2012

do these cases add a lot of bulk?

Darbley77 · Feb 8, 2012

Adding the case makes it about as thick as the Droid X. It feels better in my hand with the case on.

hoppyjr · Feb 8, 2012

yjkoh said:
do these cases add a lot of bulk?

Not much bulk at all. It makes the Maxx feel better IMO, I was using the Verizon shell/holster combo and like it too, but the Commuter does make the buttons much easier to operate and is about the same overall bulk.

ffemtopy · Feb 8, 2012

The defender added to much bulk. I'm to the point of having to use both hands to type and I have large hands. I'm rma the case. Its ******ed huge

scupking · Feb 9, 2012

Just ordered the commuter case. Just wish it had a holster.

JermDawg2010 · Feb 10, 2012

Here is a pic of my Maxx in the Defender Series Otter box case. It is huge. but it is also nice not having to be as careful with a brand new phone. as for the power button being easier I cannot say because I didn't even turn on my phone before I put it in the case. http://imgur.com/KEHt9

if someone wants better pictures let me know. Took me a minute to think of how to get better pictures of my phone when it was the best camera around

hoppyjr · Feb 10, 2012

scupking said:
Just ordered the commuter case. Just wish it had a holster.

While it won't help immediately, the Seidio Active case "may" work, when it becomes available. The reason I say may is because with my Blackberry 9930, the Otterbox Commuter fits the Seidio Active holster perfectly. This is because the Seidio Active case (for the 9930) is virtually the same size as the Commuter. Lets hope the same holds true here.

ellocovg · Feb 11, 2012

I love the defender series, I didn't use the phone without the case so I don't have a comparison for it but it's perfect sized for me but Ive always had big phones.

cbreze · Feb 11, 2012

The defender was a bit to much case for me and I didn't need all that so I went with the commuter and it was the right choice. For me , this phone is just a bit to slippery and felt like a drop was going to happen sooner or later. Regarding the buttons, the commuter makes them easier to use anytime and find at night as well. The case also gives the maxx a real solid feel. It's tough to find just the right case sometimes. i tried 3 before settling on the commuter. Third times a charm for me. Love this case. My first otterbox and I'm sold.

hoppyjr · Feb 12, 2012

I agree. I actually dropped mine tonight in a parking lot (I'm such a doof sometimes!) but the Commuter saved the day

rocksthaman · Feb 12, 2012

hoppyjr said:
Not much bulk at all. It makes the Maxx feel better IMO, I was using the Verizon shell/holster combo and like it too, but the Commuter does make the buttons much easier to operate and is about the same overall bulk.

I love the shell holster combo , it feels better than any case ive used . And still keeps the phone fairly thin. Good grip , I can lay the phone down face down , i get a holster , and i get to keep my kick stand( coming from a thunderbolt*sheepish grin*) .win win win win.......on subject , fact that this phone is pretty water resistant makes me not need that much extra heft . Ive had the defender and the commuter a couple of times on various phone. im just scared for the bottom and top chromish bezel. :eek:

DocBen · Feb 29, 2012

The new HD DOCK for the Maxx has a removable backing. It works with the hi-gloss silicon Verizon case. Anyone know if it works with the Commuter? Verizon staff told me no...so I immediately have to verify as they frequently have no clue.

thisisnascar · May 8, 2012

With the rubbery pieces from the buttons sticking out on the Commuter case, does that cause the case to snag while putting it into or taking it out of your pocket? I have the Body Glove case, with the belt-clip attachment and that thing is always getting caught up in my pocket.

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