Two questions: 1--Does the smell go away eventually? It is VERY unpleasant right now. 2--Does the entire item get warm -- or just the pocket area?
1513138
Yes, smell will eventually dissipate - I left mine on the back of a chair for several days instead of putting back in box. It seems to have helped a lot. Entire item should get warm.
880693
Haven't had to warm it up....but I don't put them in the 'pockets' I put them where I want them then put the wrap over it...I find the pockets act like a little barrier...but personal preference I suppose.
375123
I don't think the smell goes away. It's strong huh! I had to return it and get a different case.
1549791
I haven't noticed it getting dirty. I don't often keep my phone in my jean pockets, however, and I clean it with alcohol swabs every couple of days or so. I work in the OR and it stays in my scrub pockets, then, or usually in my purse if I'm out. The few times I have had it in my jeans it has been fine, but I can't say what would happen over time. It is very easy to clean with alcohol swabs or Clorox wipes.
233403
It gets hot while in my pocket sometimes. I just take it out and place it on the table and/or turn it off and back on.
1194964
To me, the smell wasn't that bad. I aired it out overnight and didn't smell it anymore. I have my case next to my bedside and it's fine.
2248700
I would suspect there may be an issue with the unit you received, I have had no unusual odors from the one I got. It does get a little warm when used a lot, but no smells.
854538
I didn't notice any adverse odor. There are no pockets on the outside and it is simple on the inside as well. The material is also very thin.
1594909
The fabric is a nice cotton like pouch. It can get wet and I assume it could absorb smells. I have not had any troubles with absorption of smells with over 100 hours in the freezer and 100s of times thru the microwave. The pouch is very washable if you have any reason to clean it. Best 20 bucks I have spent in years.
70678
It does have a smell to it, almost like a fragrance. It's not overwhelming or all that unpleasant, but it is a bit noticeable at first. Cleanup is relatively easy. It's possible to turn it inside out to rinse and dry completely.
1416558
I didn't notice any smell that I can remember. I put it straight on my bed without washing and I don't notice any smell. However, I did put a 4" memory pad underneath and it has a slight rubbery smell, so I really didn't notice and all smells are gone now.
297167
I am maybe more sensitive to chemicals than most people, and unfortunately, I would say after letting it air for 2 days, that there is still a very unpleasant smell. I put a mattress cover on top of it, but I still notice a very unpleasant smell. I don't notice it until I am in bed, where it's very close to my face.
1842882
It initially has a "plastic" smell when you first remove from package but dissipates in a few days (or less). I primarily use when driving or airplane travel (and have for years) and in fact I just loaned my spare to a friend yesterday and he wants his own. The relief (I get) is worth the temporary "smell".
145606
Hello, Thank you for your message. The silicone part shouldn't make it hard to remove from pockets. We have sold a number of this item and haven't heard any complaints about it being a lint magnet or that it is hard to remove from pockets. Hope this helps. Feel free to contact us if you should have any other questions. Thank you.
1514941
I don't smell anything after a day or so. It was a plastic smell to begin with, but nothing now, we have had ours for over a year. I have 3 of them. I finally learned to put down paper towel and then either the bedding or cloth and it is so much easier to clean!
296191
Mine had no such thing. Smelled new when I got it but after a few days or so the smell of my pocket/side filled the case.
1408812
The sides get warm after use but I have never had it get so hot I was uncomfortable. We have a two person household, so that may vary according to how many people you have using it back to back. I only unplug my unit when I am cleaning the sides or the under tray. I never unplug it after use or anything. Hope this helps!