I am happy with my purchase. The clear symmetry case for my Galaxy S8 is really good and provides great protection. However the lock button as well as the volume buttons are quite hard to press. Maybe a softer material could have been used to make it easier to press these essential buttons.
I purchased this Symmetry case ahead of the release date for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and have been using it now for the last 10 days. I bought another popular brand, too, but have kept the Otterbox on the phone for the last 10 days because ... it just works so darn well. It's slim, sturdy, and fits great with well sized cut outs. I was fearful it'd be slippery in my hand, but the rubber edge ensures a solid grip. The polycarbonate back does not attract finger prints and ensures the phone slides in and out of pockets easily. Sure, the back might make it slippery on a surface, but I always set it face down on its non-slippery, beveled edges as I'd suspect most users would. In my opinion, the design and construction of this model shouts experience and understanding of what's ideal in a case. Otterbox got this one right!
as a protective case it's fine but the buttons on the side are incredibly hard to press. I thought they might loosen over time but they haven't. I have to press really hard on the power button to wake the screen and it always takes a few goes so it's very annoying. it's makes using screenshot really difficult too.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox, Customer Service Team, October 23, 2018
Hi EHealy,
We're so sorry to hear that this Symmetry series is having trouble aligning with the side buttons on your Galaxy S8! Our friendly representatives would love to straighten things out through our warranty, so please don't hesitate to follow the link below and submit a claim. They'll send out a replacement case and get you back on track to stress-free security in no time at all!
I don't like it at all. It came in and is discolored supposed to be clear but is like a yellow used tint around the edges. Using cause I need a case now but will not order again.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox, Customer Service Team, September 28, 2017
Dear Hflores0987,
"Clear case with a tinge of yellow," was definitely not what you ordered, and we apologize that this happened! We like our cases to stay stylish and spotless while they protect your devices, and we would love to rectify the situation with a warranty claim. Don't hesitate to call our awesome Otters at 1-855-688-7269, and they'll be glad to send out an immaculate case that will continue to protect your Galaxy S8 going forward!
This is the worst purchase ever. I can't use the buttons from the side of the phone. I have to take the cover off in order to use the volume button or even to lock the phone. I'm so disappointed
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox , Customer Service Team, August 16, 2017
Hi Kate,
We are sorry that the control buttons on this Symmetry case are not working. We completely understand why this would be frustrating and we certainly want to help with this unusual dilemma as soon as possible.
It looks like this case was sent to Europe. Please click on the link below and we will be more than happy to get a warranty replacement arranged!
Love Otterbox, that's all I ever use on my phones! Didn't feel the Otterbox symmetry was enough protection for my new Samsung galaxy s8 so I returned it and purchased the Defender, which I love!