They claim the case protects the phone from "external impacts". Anyone with positive/negative experiences having dropped your S4 with this case? or would you recommend similar lite case for better drop protection, if so which? They claim the case protects the phone from "external impacts". Anyone with positive/negative experiences having dropped your S4 with this case? or would you recommend similar lite case... » Read More They claim the case protects the phone from "external impacts". Anyone with positive/negative experiences having dropped your S4 with this case? or would you recommend similar lite case for better drop protection, if so which? « Show Less
1069388
i have dropped my phone a few times, not from a very high height but my phone is okay, around 1 mt (around 3 ft)
1069389
I have. Nothing crazy, just a "slip out of my hand" and onto the ground. This case has a small upper lip that 'wraps' slightly over the front edges of the phone providing mild protection. It's provided the corners of the device with enough protection in these situations. I'm sure a direct drop onto a sharp/pointed edge would damage the screen.... if you are good with taking care of your devices, this is a great case. If you're a klutz by nature, I'd recommend something bulkier.
335052
This case is a minimalist case and is very sleek. I cant say how much it will protect it but its nice for people who dont like bulky cases
1069390
The top-left corner of my case never attached quite right, it kept slipping off. It wasn't that big of a deal until I dropped the phone yesterday and apparently the case had slipped off again. My new phone will be here Monday. The case did nothing for me yesterday, though to be fair I'd dropped the phone 1-2 other times before that. If you get one that fits snugly (which I apparently did not) then you should be fine.
1935609
I bought kept a screen protector on the screen and a case on the phone from the day I got it. The phone itself would be too fragile to NOT have a thick cover on it at all times in my opinion. Also, i found that the screen was really sensitive and mine got "stuck" between screens when I would swipe.
587987
I have not. i got the case because I notice quickly that the back would pop up on mine if dropped on a counter or bumbed hard on somthing. This case seams to be thick all the way around and with the hard case that wraps around the silicon case I think I can take a really hard drop. I have tossed it on the counter at work plenty and it takes it fine. I cant believe you screen shatterd that easy. the lady at the Att store told me the Active was supossed to have a stronger gorilla class. who knows if thats true.
2271847
I assume you mean the phone not case... Nothing as you know is 100% protection for phones, but I can attest I've dropped my phone with the defender numerous times and it did not hurt it at all. I even dropped it in wet snow and it was fine. You should look on Otter Box website, they have test videos (at least they used to), In MY opinion the defender is the best protection. I love that it comes with a belt clip so I can walk, do housecleaning etc with it and I don't miss a call or text. They are expensive though. My son took his Otter Box off of his phone, dropped it and it cracked really bad, so he put his Otter Box back on to keep it together so to speak, so far, no new phone purchase has been needed. I assume you mean the phone not case... Nothing as you know is 100% protection for phones, but I can attest I've dropped my phone with the defender numerous times and it did not hurt it at all. I even dropped it in wet snow and it was fine. You should look on Otter Box website, they have test videos (at least they used to), In MY opinion the defender is the best protection. I love that it comes with a belt clip so I can walk, do housecleaning etc with it and I don't miss a call or text. They are expensive though. My son took his Otter Box off of his phone, dropped it and it cracked... » Read More I assume you mean the phone not case... Nothing as you know is 100% protection for phones, but I can attest I've dropped my phone with the defender numerous times and it did not hurt it at all. I even dropped it in wet snow and it was fine. You should look on Otter Box website, they have test videos (at least they used to), In MY opinion the defender is the best protection. I love that it comes with a belt clip so I can walk, do housecleaning etc with it and I don't miss a call or text. They are expensive though. My son took his Otter Box off of his phone, dropped it and it cracked really bad, so he put his Otter Box back on to keep it together so to speak, so far, no new phone purchase has been needed. « Show Less
920855
I haven't dropped mine, but the case deff feels durable and sturdy. You should be safe against minor drops.
1964863
The black plastic provides great protection from scratches and scuffs. I'm not sure the case would be most effective against a drop. What is more concerning is that the handle is not sturdy. I used mine for about a month, 5 days a week, 5-7 hours per day ... the handle loosened and eventually the screws fell out. If you buy this case, do so directly from the manufacturer because they have a great warranty (keep your receipt). I bought mine from a 3rd party vendor and the manufacture warranty was voided. I hope this helps.
1795387
I drop mine a lot of times and it didn't brake or anything. I like my case. I'm not as scared as I used to e when I drop it. No need to worry.
1193787
More than likely the angle at which your phone hit the surface. For best "fall" resistance you are probably better off with a big clunky Otter case. I've never dropped a phone but like to keep them in a case (always Dizyronic unless they don't make it for whatever device I have) yo protect against scratches.
2049917
Yeah it seems to protect it pretty well. The phone slips in really nicely and easily. but there's a lot of rubber around it so I think there are some pretty decent protection. however, I haven't dropped it yet so I cannot speak from experience.
1852445
I am very clumsy when it comes to phones but I haven't dropped it yet (please no jinks) i had it for five days now and I'm just now using the case yesterday for thanksgiving. So i don't know if a good case or note (it's very thin without front screen pertection!!) if you're trying to keep your phone safe I don't think it's a good case to have if you're always dropping your phone like me. But there is a very good case out here called the outterbox. this case seals your whole phone my spouse has one and he dropped it threw it just to test it n it works great. I'll be purchasing one myself tonight I am very clumsy when it comes to phones but I haven't dropped it yet (please no jinks) i had it for five days now and I'm just now using the case yesterday for thanksgiving. So i don't know if a good case or note (it's very thin without front screen pertection!!) if you're trying to keep your phone safe I don't think it's a good case to have if you're always dropping your phone like me. But there is a very good case out here called the outterbox. this case seals your whole phone my spouse has one and he dropped it threw it just to test it n it works great. I'll be purchasing one myself... » Read More I am very clumsy when it comes to phones but I haven't dropped it yet (please no jinks) i had it for five days now and I'm just now using the case yesterday for thanksgiving. So i don't know if a good case or note (it's very thin without front screen pertection!!) if you're trying to keep your phone safe I don't think it's a good case to have if you're always dropping your phone like me. But there is a very good case out here called the outterbox. this case seals your whole phone my spouse has one and he dropped it threw it just to test it n it works great. I'll be purchasing one myself tonight « Show Less
168831
Does it look like it? ... No. It doesn't. But you shouldn't be dropping the phone, less you are special.. It's a great protector. And life time warranty (pay 3.99) for it's shipping tho but you just register and can have a new one shipped whenever and gotta send back your old one within 60 days. I've done it 3 times now as I had to have a replacement phone and then the bottom was coming off in the front so I ordered another yet still haven't put it in after 3 weeks... Also advise buying the case friendly one if you plan on having a case (cases protect sides and top/bottom). You are welcome cause I know this helped. Does it look like it? ... No. It doesn't. But you shouldn't be dropping the phone, less you are special.. It's a great protector. And life time warranty (pay 3.99) for it's shipping tho but you just register and can have a new one shipped whenever and gotta send back your old one within 60 days. I've done it 3 times now as I had to have a replacement phone and then the bottom was coming off in the front so I ordered another yet still haven't put it in after 3 weeks... Also advise buying the case friendly one if you plan on having a case (cases protect sides and top/bottom). You are welcome... » Read More Does it look like it? ... No. It doesn't. But you shouldn't be dropping the phone, less you are special.. It's a great protector. And life time warranty (pay 3.99) for it's shipping tho but you just register and can have a new one shipped whenever and gotta send back your old one within 60 days. I've done it 3 times now as I had to have a replacement phone and then the bottom was coming off in the front so I ordered another yet still haven't put it in after 3 weeks... Also advise buying the case friendly one if you plan on having a case (cases protect sides and top/bottom). You are welcome cause I know this helped. « Show Less
109719
I feel that the boost case offers very good protection. We have 3 in our family, and have had no problems with any damage to phones, or with the case not holding up. I recently dropped my phone and it hit a sharp edge on landing. Made a small cut in the edge of the case, but phone was protected. The case is still functioning as before.
1300781
Was it a good case? I think it's the same one as this:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KFKYQ0/ref=wl_it_dp/002-0994632-0248014?ie=UTF8&coliid;=I1NMUY67AO9DJB&colid;=1D4TGK8UWVWOZ
211737
So far, so good. Small drops seem fine. I had the 4S version, too. The corner of that case chipped off on a large drop, which protected the phone perfectly. I replaced the case with the same model.
666129
It's pretty good, in my case at least. I've dropped mine countless times and it has yet to break (until I took it out of the case, dropped it on the ground accidentally, and had it run over with a truck). But yeah, it's a good case.
1153543
Sorry, I have not dropped the phone since I got the case. I can tell you I dropped and broke two phones before I got the case. It seems to protect what needs protecting, is light weight, and sleek. So far, I highly recommend this case.
1467318
I've had it on my phone since it came in the mail and in my opinion it works! I dropped my phone: no damage at all. While I was taking a bath, I put the top of the case in the water and took it out: no damage. So I would recommend it esp if you don't want to pay $80+ like me for a phone case. As with anything, just use precaution. But I would definitely recommend it.