I picked up the Otterbox Lumen case at the Apple Store when I got my phone and it’s perfect it every way. It’s sleek, yet protective, and feels amazing in hand. They knocked it out of the park with this case. Beats did good with the camera control then went and ruined it with the big ugly cutout on the bottom. Unreal.
The silicone case for from apple feels good in the hand in great protect protection. I don’t usually like this case, but most of the cases have awful cut out.
Lots of these options are fire 🔥. I get in the habit in buying the same brands and types of cases every year. Told myself I’m going to switch it up this time.
Actually I did accidentally drop my iPhone 15 Pro Max with that magnetic back last year. The back didn’t even fall off. It’s obviously not meant to protect your phone from drops but as someone who often goes caseless, it’s a nice accent.
@@VittorTech cool thanks. i noticed the 16 bezels were so much thinner that some some drop test had the phone stop working when dropped on the bottom rail from normal height. But for normal wear and tear I am thinking protecting the back glass is all I need. I used to go case less but always felt bad sitting my phone down on it's back, this seems to be the perfect solution for me.
did you find yourself accidentally triggering the camera control with cases that have the camera control cover(in this case, apple and beats)?? currently using spigen with the cutout but might swap it out for one with camera control once they start making more of those.
Ah man… im now a torras fan… and the passing one for me temporary is the spigen, can’t go wrong. But if i were to recommend anyone with a good mag ring and case, Torras cases
his general audience tends not to like the look of otterboxes. less people looking for absolute military grade protection and more just light protection that looks good
@@highaquatic3055I can partially agree with that. This is ignoring the other cases from Otterbox. They have multiple case designs, some even have the sapphire camera control buttons and are sold via Apple. That’s where I wonder what’s going on. Otterbox seems to be one of, if not the only, case manufacturer that has agreements with Apple for launch cases sold via Apple. Which to me means they’re one of the only manufacturers that actually have real device specs to design too. Which is especially applicable due to this year’s new camera control button.
@@iapple642 yes, I ordered one of the clear back models. I’m disappointed by the massive notch. Still though, I’ve been cared for well by my previous defender cases. So we’ll see how much of a compromise the notch really is.
Nomad cases are usually the best in my opinion - and I have tried like 90% of the cases available from every manufacturer I could find. This year, unfortunately, Nomad cases fail miserably due to the camera button cutout. On the sport and leather cases, the front edge near the button is very thin and weak and stretches out very easily. This is going to be the first place the case fails. One the rugged case, the cutout is so deep it is impossible to use the slide function of the button effectively - you really have to jam your finger into the slot to get it to register. Nomad could have made a transfer button like on the Apple (even the inexpensive Supcase Unicorn Beetle has this feature!) Also, Nomad fights you on returns so be prepared for that!
@@TheEchelon Apple shared their design at the same time with all case manufacturers, no? Supcase and iBlason are the only two manufacturers other than Apple and Beats (Apple) that have the capacitive button instead of a garish cutout. How were they able to do this? My guess is they're much more organized than any of the other manufacturers. Let's face it, everything is made in China so there doesn't seem to be any more logical reason in my opinion. The rest of the manufacturers simply went the easy route and made a cutout. Some of them made a hole, some a notch. The ones with holes make it harder to press and slide and the front of the hole is very thin so easily deformed/bent/torn. The ones with notches leave too much of the phone exposed and also weaken the entire case. If there are rubber covers, the area around the notch is easily torn and pulled up.
Nice review, it always struck me funny how people would spend so much on an iPhone but cheap out on the case, I’m currently using a UAG one, it’s clear so it doesn’t take away the look of my new iPhone but it’s so difficult to get on and off, I have a tech21 case coming in the post, it has a slider on the back that completely covers the camera when you’re not using it, hopefully it’ll be better than my current one, apple make lovely cases but I’m not sold on their protection if I dropped my phone
As someone who has had 3 years of MagBak cases. I am very let down by the current line up. This new do-it-all case is more than necessary. Bigger and thicker. I like the magnets they have but where is some design? Colored trim around the clear case? A thin case like Pitaka or Benks? I’m looking for something new and this ain’t it for this kind of price. Not to mention, it looks cheap but is expensive.
Hi there - first Thank you for supporting Magbak thru out the years - we still have the classic line which had some great improvement for 16s / microfiber / screen protector lip / new anti finger print coating. As for the New Elite cases - it's actually slightly narrower than the previous classic cases - it feels smaller in hand vs previous designs. ( anyone who's had it in hand is really surprised by how small thin the phone feels. You can go all black for stealth look. It includes a screen protector (it's same spec and quality as Zagg) with install tool, MagStick ) the telescopic magnets - which wasn't talked about here is really huge leap forward in being able to mount to even curved metal surfaces. But thank you we will look at continuing to listen to our customers, you'll are the reason we're here ❤.
@VittorTech - Thanks for the video. I bought ESR Rugged case, but am very unhappy with the camera cut-out as the part next to the screen is very thin and flexible. As this spot is where my fingers naturally sit it has become very annoying very quickly. I am really looking for a review that takes more time looking at the practicality of the cut-out designs....... I would appreciate your thoughts.
Why do all the reviewers love esr? They look so cheap! Labeling the camera guard is tacky. I just don’t see the appeal whatsoever. Kudos for showing the nomad lineup. Love me some nomad.
I like ESR because they fill a specific need which is quality for price. They’re perfect when you care about quality but don’t want to pay premium prices. I agree that if price is no problem, Nomad is top tier.
@@VittorTech Which did you ultimately keep on your phone? I have the Nomad modern leather case, but I am thinking about switching to Apple’s silicone case for the camera control button.
Sorry bro but if Apple is paying you its not your own thoughts, they force you to say what they want. And before you start, worked for them for 10 years. I know what Apple does.
Apple wasn’t paying me for this review! I should have specified. Apple and Beats were NOT sponsors of this video. I purchased those with my own money. All others sponsored but did not get the rights to filter or review the video before it was posted. These were my genuine thoughts.
Apple screwed 3rd party cases by refusing to give details on the new button. I suspect in a month or two we’ll see most brands cases have a button cover version released!
I emailed Tech21 to ask about their EvoMax case with sliding camera door for the 16 PM. I hope they release it soon, but after watching this video I really like the 5:06 - TAC case because the clear cases tend to just look tacky for me yet this TAC is matte-finished. I still haven't unboxed my 16PM I got on launch day morning along with the AirPods 4 and because I still need to find the perfect privacy screen protector and cases. 😆
So far I’m liking the apple silicone case
Finally, someone who is showing the Magbak Elite case!
It’s awesome. Definitely a different direction. I wish I got more of the accent packs.
Is it heavier than usual? Looks bulky though
It’s bigger and thicker than the previous cases.
I enjoy this kind of video especially when you don't know which one to buy for your new phone
Please do a comparison video of the magbak elite vs the classic. No one else has done it, take advantage of the opportunity!!
I picked up the Otterbox Lumen case at the Apple Store when I got my phone and it’s perfect it every way. It’s sleek, yet protective, and feels amazing in hand. They knocked it out of the park with this case.
Beats did good with the camera control then went and ruined it with the big ugly cutout on the bottom. Unreal.
Finally a review on cases for the phone with the phone present! Thank you
I am definitely getting the magbak case
it would be nice to review how well the new camera control works with each case
Wants for the beats one for the capacitance button. That’s the glaring thing with true 3rd party cases- they just cut out that part of the case!
So was the action button at first. I think eventually some of these brands will adopt a proper button.
@@VittorTechwell for right now it’s cut out and it stucks lol
The silicone case for from apple feels good in the hand in great protect protection. I don’t usually like this case, but most of the cases have awful cut out.
Perfect timing. I just ordered the iPhone 16 Pro Max in White and am looking for a case. 👍🏼
Every single none-Apple case has a cutout. Horrible.
thanks for the video bro.
I hope they put the same design as Apple on that hole!
Spigen is a good brand. I went for the Tough Armour one, because it’s got a kickstand and quite tough.
The beats case is amazing
I try a few every year but always end up with the Spigen thin fit.
Lots of these options are fire 🔥. I get in the habit in buying the same brands and types of cases every year. Told myself I’m going to switch it up this time.
Same here. I default to NOMAD but there’s so many options out there that completely change the look and feel of the phone.
@@VittorTech the nomads are what caught my eyes, that blue rugged and the leather back one. Thanks for the video 🔥
I finally got rid of the huge “max”! Been using that size since XS….. going back to the 6.3 size feels lighter & less bulky.
Thinking about that move this year myself!
I have desert titanium iphone 16 pro n i bought apple plum case. Both looks cool
Great reviews, really helpful
What about pelican? The only case I will ever use
i like that nomad leather one that just uses magnets... feel like doing a drop test?
Actually I did accidentally drop my iPhone 15 Pro Max with that magnetic back last year. The back didn’t even fall off. It’s obviously not meant to protect your phone from drops but as someone who often goes caseless, it’s a nice accent.
@@VittorTech cool thanks. i noticed the 16 bezels were so much thinner that some some drop test had the phone stop working when dropped on the bottom rail from normal height. But for normal wear and tear I am thinking protecting the back glass is all I need. I used to go case less but always felt bad sitting my phone down on it's back, this seems to be the perfect solution for me.
I ordered the Caudabe Synthesis and Paragon.
did you find yourself accidentally triggering the camera control with cases that have the camera control cover(in this case, apple and beats)?? currently using spigen with the cutout but might swap it out for one with camera control once they start making more of those.
No, wasn’t a problem. I actually found it more distracting to have a deep cutout when using some of the cases.
Ah man… im now a torras fan… and the passing one for me temporary is the spigen, can’t go wrong. But if i were to recommend anyone with a good mag ring and case, Torras cases
Great video!
Ok, so I just want to get clarification. Why are there no OtterBox cases here? I see the Apple cases, but no otters?
his general audience tends not to like the look of otterboxes. less people looking for absolute military grade protection and more just light protection that looks good
@@highaquatic3055I can partially agree with that. This is ignoring the other cases from Otterbox. They have multiple case designs, some even have the sapphire camera control buttons and are sold via Apple. That’s where I wonder what’s going on. Otterbox seems to be one of, if not the only, case manufacturer that has agreements with Apple for launch cases sold via Apple. Which to me means they’re one of the only manufacturers that actually have real device specs to design too. Which is especially applicable due to this year’s new camera control button.
have you seen the other box cases this year? absolutely terrible looking the cutout for the capture button is astronomical. looks half ate
@@iapple642 yes, I ordered one of the clear back models. I’m disappointed by the massive notch. Still though, I’ve been cared for well by my previous defender cases. So we’ll see how much of a compromise the notch really is.
Nomad cases are usually the best in my opinion - and I have tried like 90% of the cases available from every manufacturer I could find. This year, unfortunately, Nomad cases fail miserably due to the camera button cutout. On the sport and leather cases, the front edge near the button is very thin and weak and stretches out very easily. This is going to be the first place the case fails. One the rugged case, the cutout is so deep it is impossible to use the slide function of the button effectively - you really have to jam your finger into the slot to get it to register. Nomad could have made a transfer button like on the Apple (even the inexpensive Supcase Unicorn Beetle has this feature!) Also, Nomad fights you on returns so be prepared for that!
Hardly any case has the capacitive button. Apple only shared their designs last minute. Keep this in mind.
@@TheEchelon Apple shared their design at the same time with all case manufacturers, no? Supcase and iBlason are the only two manufacturers other than Apple and Beats (Apple) that have the capacitive button instead of a garish cutout. How were they able to do this? My guess is they're much more organized than any of the other manufacturers. Let's face it, everything is made in China so there doesn't seem to be any more logical reason in my opinion. The rest of the manufacturers simply went the easy route and made a cutout. Some of them made a hole, some a notch. The ones with holes make it harder to press and slide and the front of the hole is very thin so easily deformed/bent/torn. The ones with notches leave too much of the phone exposed and also weaken the entire case. If there are rubber covers, the area around the notch is easily torn and pulled up.
I luv my leather Nomad case but I can’t believe they still cheap out on the speaker openings. They should’ve done them with accurate cutouts
I thought they would too but I assume they’ll eventually adapt a button. The action button was a cutout when brands first made those last year.
Can you review the totallee super thin frosted clear phone case?
Try the Mous cases!
The magbak ships mid October. I thought they were available now.
Apologies, should have clarified it’s available for preorder. It’s shipping in 2-3 weeks right now.
Nice review, it always struck me funny how people would spend so much on an iPhone but cheap out on the case, I’m currently using a UAG one, it’s clear so it doesn’t take away the look of my new iPhone but it’s so difficult to get on and off, I have a tech21 case coming in the post, it has a slider on the back that completely covers the camera when you’re not using it, hopefully it’ll be better than my current one, apple make lovely cases but I’m not sold on their protection if I dropped my phone
Curious what you think of Dropguys?
Have you try Peak Design Everyday Case? I like the high-temp neodymium magnets idea!
Not yet but I’ll add it to the list for a part 2!
@@VittorTech Looking forward for part 2!
Nomad just refuse to fix their inaccurate speaker cutout for their cases lol
As someone who has had 3 years of MagBak cases. I am very let down by the current line up. This new do-it-all case is more than necessary. Bigger and thicker. I like the magnets they have but where is some design? Colored trim around the clear case? A thin case like Pitaka or Benks? I’m looking for something new and this ain’t it for this kind of price. Not to mention, it looks cheap but is expensive.
Hi there - first Thank you for supporting Magbak thru out the years - we still have the classic line which had some great improvement for 16s / microfiber / screen protector lip / new anti finger print coating. As for the New Elite cases - it's actually slightly narrower than the previous classic cases - it feels smaller in hand vs previous designs. ( anyone who's had it in hand is really surprised by how small thin the phone feels. You can go all black for stealth look. It includes a screen protector (it's same spec and quality as Zagg) with install tool, MagStick ) the telescopic magnets - which wasn't talked about here is really huge leap forward in being able to mount to even curved metal surfaces. But thank you we will look at continuing to listen to our customers, you'll are the reason we're here ❤.
@VittorTech - Thanks for the video. I bought ESR Rugged case, but am very unhappy with the camera cut-out as the part next to the screen is very thin and flexible. As this spot is where my fingers naturally sit it has become very annoying very quickly. I am really looking for a review that takes more time looking at the practicality of the cut-out designs....... I would appreciate your thoughts.
Peak design
i want to see that have stands and cool case with extra features
What color is the Spigen Rugged Armor? Black or gray?
Gray
dbrand grip please.
Is there a case with microSD? I know iRe5 made one on Crowd Funding.. ? Thx for your review.
Never heard of this. I’ll check it out!
Questions about the magbak, is it magsafe compatible?
Yes it is! Really strong magnets too.
@@VittorTech Looks like a great case, bummer they won't ship until Mid October, just not an option to have a phone unprotected for that long.
Unfortunately elite cases sold out fast - but will be shipping out order placed now in Oct 10-13ish.
Why they ones with mag safe doesn’t have animation ? Just the apple one ? 🤔
They have the animation when charging. Only Apple does an animation when you put the case on. And the animation matches the color of the case.
@@VittorTech thanks for the clarification💥
What do you think about otterbox defender pro, and the cutout they made
Huge. Bigger than ESR so I’m not a fan. For a case that should protect the phone it feels wrong to have a huge cutout on the side of the phone.
Nomade leather
Im staying with rhinoshield cases
Why do all the reviewers love esr? They look so cheap! Labeling the camera guard is tacky. I just don’t see the appeal whatsoever. Kudos for showing the nomad lineup. Love me some nomad.
I like ESR because they fill a specific need which is quality for price. They’re perfect when you care about quality but don’t want to pay premium prices. I agree that if price is no problem, Nomad is top tier.
Someone to buy me an Iphone i promise to go to church every sunday🐒
Where is ensaced?
Nowhere because they’re an off brand otterbox using rebranded alibaba cases
Maritza Circle
Top 3?
Ignoring the Magnetic back and just focusing on cases:
Nomad Sport Case
Apple Silicone
Nomad Rugged
@@VittorTech Which did you ultimately keep on your phone? I have the Nomad modern leather case, but I am thinking about switching to Apple’s silicone case for the camera control button.
Why u keep deleting my comment
Why you keep deleting my comment kid
Sorry bro but if Apple is paying you its not your own thoughts, they force you to say what they want. And before you start, worked for them for 10 years. I know what Apple does.
Apple wasn’t paying me for this review! I should have specified. Apple and Beats were NOT sponsors of this video. I purchased those with my own money. All others sponsored but did not get the rights to filter or review the video before it was posted. These were my genuine thoughts.
Nudient case
I’ll check it out!
Every last one of these was horrible
Why? Because of the Camera Control cutout? Which case would you rather see?
@@VittorTechspigen Hybrid T Magfit 👌
Feel free to suggest better ones bozo
Apple screwed 3rd party cases by refusing to give details on the new button. I suspect in a month or two we’ll see most brands cases have a button cover version released!
@@wbunnagenope. Another reviewer talked to most case OEMs they all told him it would be next year before they fixed anything lol
I emailed Tech21 to ask about their EvoMax case with sliding camera door for the 16 PM. I hope they release it soon, but after watching this video I really like the 5:06 - TAC case because the clear cases tend to just look tacky for me yet this TAC is matte-finished. I still haven't unboxed my 16PM I got on launch day morning along with the AirPods 4 and because I still need to find the perfect privacy screen protector and cases. 😆
TAC is great! Big fan of the frosted white. I liked the matte finish on the pro max so covering it with something matte feels like the right choice 👍
all not nice