Buttons are way to hard to use. Unfortunately this is this first Otter Box product that has not performed well for me.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox , Customer Service Team, November 15, 2016
Hi there,
We are truly sorry that the control buttons on this Symmetry case are being a bit difficult. This is not at all typical and we certainly want to get things turned around for you. Please give our friendly Otters a call at 1-855-688-7269, and we will be more than happy to assist in any way that we can!
I've had the case a couple of weeks, fits great and looks great but makes the buttons very hard to use. Normally otter makes a great product but as far as function goes this one sucks.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox , Customer Service Team, December 27, 2016
Hi Captinlongbeard,
We’re sorry that the control buttons on this Symmetry case are being a bit difficult. You’re right, this is not typical and we definitely want to get things back on track as soon as possible. If you find that this issue continues please give our friendly Otters a call at 1-855-688-7269, and we will be more than happy to assist in any way that we can!
I love the styling and size of this cover however the power and volume buttons are very hard to use for the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. Unless you push them at just the right angle and a good deal of pressure they won't work. Not recommended for those with arthritis or other hand mobility issues.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox , Customer Service Team, December 30, 2016
Hi Startrk1,
Thanks for your feedback! We’re sorry that the control buttons on this Symmetry case are being problematic. We get why this would be a letdown and we absolutely want to help out with this abnormal issue. Simply give our friendly Otters a call at 1-855-688-7269, and we will be more than happy to get a warranty replacement lined up as soon as possible!
Sincerely, OtterBox Customer Service Team
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Customer Rating
3
Way too slippery, buttons hard to press
on August 9, 2016
Posted by: rich
Bought this case to replace a previous S7edge case I had in hopes that this would provide better protection around the camera. It actually doesn't. The cut out area for the camera is much bigger than expected. I would think that they'd want the edge of the cut out right up on the camera.
Regarding the slippery comment. This case feels like it's going to slide out of my hands at any moment. I don't know what they put on the clear section but holding it as you normally would hold a phone (fingers on the back, etc) it feels completely unsecured and could drop very easily. It's pretty sad considering the $10 case I bought from a competitor feels 100 times more secure in my hand.
Now the button issue. It's virtually impossible to accidentally turn this phone on, or adjust your ringer, because it's almost impossible to do that even when you want to. You have to press much harder than one would expect in order to access the three side buttons.
I'll give this case a fair chance and some real world experience but I'm already afraid this is the wrong case for us.
And, as others have mentioned, the amount of finger prints that show up on this is insane.
It has protected my phone from a light fall but as others have mentioned some lint and fuzz can get caught in the edges easily. I don't see this as a problem because compressed air cans are cheap and clean the lint out easily. The back surface is somewhat slicker and will slide out of my lap if I'm wearing gym shorts but if you're aware of this beforehand then I don't think it will cause you much trouble. I personally prefer it to lifeproof cases I've had in the past, but to each his own. Have a great freaking day.
Disappointed with my purchase for my Galaxy S7 Edge. The buttons on the Otter Symmetry are very stiff and this makes it very dufficult to turn on my phone or adjust the volume. My last 3 cases for prior phones were made by Otter and I was generally satisfied with my other Otter products.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox , Customer Service Team, February 10, 2017
Hi Sam,
We appreciate your feedback and for being a fan of our cases! We’re truly sorry that the control buttons on this Symmetry case are being a bit stubborn. We completely understand why you are disappointed and we absolutely want to rectify this unusual dilemma.
Please give us a call at 1-855-688-7269, and we will be more than happy to get a warranty replacement set up as soon as possible!
Sincerely, OtterBox Customer Service Team
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Customer Rating
1
Case not functional
on March 7, 2017
Posted by: Lisa
There are a few problems i have experienced with this case. First one i purchased cracked within few weeks. I felt I had gotten a bad apple. I ordered a replacement and at first was happy to receive it until I tried to use volume buttons and power button on my phone. I press hard on the buttons through the case and buttons are too hard to push in to use my phones buttons. I have to take my phone out of the case to cut off phone or turn volume keys up or down. That is not good!