The pop socket is not strong enoughTo use as a phone stand for watching video landscape, therefore recommend by the defender as the pop socket doesn’t really work for its main purpose.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox , Customer Service Team , February 20, 2020
Hi there!
We're sorry to hear about any troubles you're running into with your Otter + Pop Defender Series case! While using that OtterBox as a stand, we usually suggest pulling the PopTop all the way out then angling one side up. This allows you to use the side that's still popped out as the stand for your phone. If you run into any other issues with your case, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at 1-855-688-7269, and we'd be more than happy to get you taken care of.
I like the pop socket! I have to get a new car mount, though. The pop socket makes my phone case too think to fit in it properly. I still am glad I got it though!
Is new on is a replacement for another Otter phone cover. The design had worn off from use, and I decided that a new one was in order. Bought another Otter.