What is the difference between this case and the defender? Are te ports at the bottom covered or are they open?
945965
I'm not sure of all the difference between the two cases, but YES the ports are UNCOVERED in the Commuter Series.
945966
I don't know the difference between the two (I don't own the defender), but the ports on the bottom of the commuter are open. I purchased a Lifeproof case on Amazon after owning this case for a few weeks, and am much happier with it. The Lifeproof case protects very well and fits the phone better, too.
1716288
The only thing that is protected on the bottom is the aux cord/headphone port and the charging port. The speakera are open and not protected
1219330
There is one open slot immediately available under the access cover. You only need to remove one screw to open it. The manual doesn't indicate if there is another open slot under the case.
462354
The charging port is located on the bottom of the case & is accessible by a pulling the access door open. The case is opened by 2 hinge like claps that apply pressure between the 2 piece case keeping an air tight seal. Hands down I think its the best case I've purchased!
2082944
Yes, both the bottom and top are completely open, the case is neatly cutout in these areas. The corners of the case may prevent it from docking completely, so you may need to use an adapter.
242508
Yes, the port is accessible and this case is such a lifesaver, that I bought an extra one, just in case! I have had many people approach me, particularly in the medical field, to ask me where I got my case!
435918
The bottom is protected, but you can still use the ports. However, the case prevents docking with an iHome.
977621
The only obvious opening into the case is the battery compartment. I did not see any ports within aside from battery connector. It's always possible that it's hackable if you want to open up the entire unit. I don't feel like opening completely in case I break something.
976960
Yes, the case has ports that open for acess. It has one for your charger, one for your silent switch, and one for your headphone jack as well. It's probably about the best case going. If your trying to decide, let this be the case for you. It is amazing!!!!
1077799
Sorry for the late response. No, this case does not have port covers like the otterbox and/or griffin cases
312939
I have had no problems with accessing the port. There is a "flap" that covers it just as there is on the phone itself so I open that, open the one on the phone and am all set. I love this case. I believe it has saved my phone at least 3 times from what would have been shattering drops or water damage that would have rendered the phone inoperable.
264809
The defender has a plastic screen protector built in to the plastic inner layer, the commuter simply comes with an adhesive screen protector that is separate. Visibility is better with the commuter's protecter, but the Defender's is thicker, more protective, and less reflective.
273602
I think they're both the same size only difference is that the defender series is more heavier duty. And gives more protection. That's what I was told by someone.
164084
Hello R. Issacs Thank you for your question! ArmorSuit's screen protectors have cut outs that are for any ports/vents/ speakers/ usb/ etc. This also goes for the back piece, that will be covering the sides.
668039
I can't answer that question, I never tried the defender. I just know that my Verizon salesperson recommended the Otter Box and I'm very happy with mine.
945270
Yes there is port protection. Case is still holding up well. Hoping they will make more colors.
462357
There are two independant covers on the bottom that meet left of center. The port covers are flexible and bend out of the way for access. They are sealed with o rings and are water tight.