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Helps Keep the Camera Lens from Getting Scratched
I purchased this product as a protective case for my Samsung S4 while I decided on a better case that would suit my needs, as I noticed that the camera on the back of the phone protrudes slightly which causes it to be scratched when you sit it down on any hard surface. It didn't seem to affect the picture quality but it bothered me knowing that every time I sat it down it was getting scratched. When my case arrived I was super surprised at the quality and functionality of the product.
1). It performs as described.
2). You can prop it up on a flat surface for video viewing. It works great.
3). The phone just snaps into the case.
4). It fits all the buttons perfectly.
5). There is no hazing from the case when taking photos.
6). There are holes to allow the speaker sound to come through and also for the ear speaker as well. So you can actually listen to a call with the case closed.
7). The magnets work both ways so they can hold the case open and closed. It also allows for the flap to be held in the back while viewing videos.
8). Can set the camera down on it's face with no worries.
9). Excellent workmanship. (The price does not reflect the quality of the product).
As I mentioned before, I really bought this case to get me by until I chose myself a better case since there are so many to choose from. I find that I really like this one very much. Even my husband commented that it's a great case and is considering getting one for his S4 even before he picks his up from AT&T. That says a lot to me. I can not comment about the free screen protector though as I have not used it. I plan to buy myself a different one that is applied wet. This case does the job well. I am super impressed and very few companies impress me these days.
UPDATE: May 28, 2013
My husband did purchase the Brown and Black Case. It did arrive with the same quality as the one I ordered. The color is more of a Tan color than brown as it has a more Orange tone to it. It looks more like a bill fold which is just perfect, as it still gives a masculine look to it.
The downside for those that like to control volume is that you have to open up the flap in order to access the volume control.
The positive side is that my husband doesn't have to carry a wallet as he only carries 3 cards at one time anyways. It makes it convenient to have everything in one. He does feel it is a little on the bulky side but says he seems to be growing into that part of the case and that not being able to access the volume button without having to open it up is also minor.
Overall, he is happy with the case. He won't say that it's perfect for him but it does the job and the price point is just right as he will continue to use this one and keep his eye out for other cases. Especially since, the Samsung Galaxy S4 is still relatively new the prices on premium cases will continue to drop.
He says that our cases are HIS and HERS ;-).
May 2013 · Cell Phones and Accessories · verified purchase