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Protect your Apple iPhone SE, 5s or 5 against damage with this OtterBox Commuter Series 39118BBR case that features polycarbonate and silicone materials for a durable design. A screen protector safeguards your device's screen against scratches.
 
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3 out of 5
3
Pretty yet pain to set up
on November 24, 2012
Posted by: MomOfThreeYoungKids
from Atlanta, GA
I bought this because it was a nice color and because it cost less than the Defender series ($10 less). It also appeared to be sleeker and I didn't think the Defender series looked sleek enough. I go ahead and buy this... I see there is a screen protector kit. It's like a sticker. You wipe down the iPhone with an antistatic cloth. You place the "sticker protector" on the phone. Now, this was the tricky part. It was hard to put it on perfectly. Kept trying again and again. The kit also comes with a tiny key fob type card (without the fob part) so you can push out air bubbles. Then, you take the top cover off of the screen cover. Then, you put the plastic case over the iPhone with the screen protector on it. When this was done, the screen protector was curled out of the bottom of the rubber cover. Tried putting this back in, but realized if it was this difficult to set up, it might get worse over time. I was disappointed. I returned this within the hour and paid $10 more to get the Defender series in blush/cream. (NOTE: I did find it on ebay for $27, so there are ways to get this cheaper. I just needed this now.)
Also, I didn't like how the rubber openings around the cover edge weren't closing flush.
Maybe this would be fine without the protective screen cover. What the Defender case had that this didn't was the screen protector was actually PART of the case...
And, the Defender series case for the iPhone 5 was actually nicer than I expected it to be and sleeker than portrayed in photos.
What's great about it: Pretty and less than the Defender series
What's not so great: Separate screen protector difficult to put on
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Durability
3 out of 5
3
+8points
8of 8voted this as helpful.
 
Keep your Apple iPhone 5 safe from drops, bumps and shock with this OtterBox Defender Series 39124BBR case that features 3-layer protection with polycarbonate and silicone materials for durability. A belt clip holster allows easy transport.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Rugged protection and it does look nice actually
on November 24, 2012
Posted by: MomOfThreeYoungKids
from Atlanta, GA
I just bought this case today after buying the commuter case and getting totally frustrated. The commuter case comes with a screen protector kit where you wipe off your screen, then you put this sticker like protector on and then use a card to get out all the air bubbles. Sound good? Well, that was a real nightmare as it was hard to put the screen on correctly, it kept getting dusty, and it was really hard to get the cover on afterwards. So, I returned this and got the Defender series. I really just wanted something simple but got worried that the iPhone wouldn't be protected against falls (I have kids, and I have dropped phones before). The price is steep (though I've seen this listed for cheaper on eBay) but to me this was a pretty good investment. I plan to keep the phone a long time and I do let my kids use the phone to play games.
What I like: I like that the screen protector is PART of the hard shell case. Those stick on protectors are a PAIN. I like that it really isn't so bulky. My husband has the Otter Box for an iPhone 4 and it is bulky and ugly. This one actually looks sleeker. The cream/blush is really pretty. I have a black iPhone (but I don't see how the phone color makes a difference when it is totally covered by the case). The hard shell is cream colored and the blush is for the rubber covering. The rubber covering has cut outs for all main openings. These close nicely. So, I feel like I not only got a real safe case, but I didn't compromise on attractiveness. This actually looks cool.
What I don't like: I wish it weren't so expensive. There are so many cheap cases out there. However, you get what you pay for and OtterBox does have a cheaper covering which while being $10 less and without a holster (which I don't use) seems like it is in a different class. (Interesting note: The sales guy told me to get the OtterBox commuter because I didn't want to use a holster cover. I returned it anyway and just will not use the holster cover for the Defender one I did end up with at the end of today's shopping experience.)
I've yet to see how difficult it may be to clean. However, if this is like the iPad case (which is also quite difficult to open once it is shut), there is a way to gently open it by using a pocket knife to gently push open each closing point (there are about 4, two on each side near the corners). Once you figure that out, it's really not difficult to open. And, its good that it isn't easy to open because you wouldn't want young kids to try to get it out...
Hope this helps...
What's great about it: Rugged protection and pretty not so bulky
What's not so great: So far nothing yet
I would recommend this to a friend!
Durability
5 out of 5
5
+7points
8of 9voted this as helpful.
 
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