I use the io7 slide-up up feature to turn on flashlight, etc.. Someone mentioned that is doesn't work on this case. Is that correct?
1074603
Correct, the shape of frame near the bottom edge of the screen prevents your finger from sliding up the menu that flips on the light. I worked around this problem by installing a flashlight app. Otherwise the case is awesome.
1074604
Hey- never mind what some people say with this case. It will indeed work. It all matters how big your fingers are. The case itself is solid and worth the money itself
1074605
It works, but can be fussy. With a little practice you won't have any problems. It's all in finger technique. Good case/charger.
1074606
My husband doesn't have that problem. The slide up iOS feature is sometimes hard to get to because of the case it takes 2 swipes sometimes. Other then that this case is amazing he loves it the protection is great!
1074607
I use the cover is great and that function no problem only is tricky to find the exact point at the phone to slight to bring that display
1074608
Correct, when you use the rubber armor case it becomes basically impossible to use slide-up feature to access flash light, calculator and other quick keys.
1074609
It can be a little tricky in the Armor case, not impossible but slightly more difficult.
860390
Not really. It's hardly better than holding the slide up to the light. Also it's a flimsy piece of junk. A total waste of money.
2006793
Perhaps a batch of the cases had the power button issue but mine is a perfect fit. I was actually surprised to read the reviews from others who mentioned the power button issue. The power button issue should be resolved now.
51870
Press down with all of your force you can gather and maybe it will slide open. I had this problem also. I tried to reset my deffective machine by taking batteries out. This did not solve my problems. These machines are absolute junk. I cannot believe Amazon sells this dud. Boo to them also!
66310
Install the battery the correct direction. The case will light up when the battery is installed correctly. Snap the case over your origional phone. My experience is that the case lights all the time, when charging, when the phone is on, when it rings or a text message OR when it wants to. My battery lasted only 3 days, the case is now in my drawer ((
865363
I have bought a dozen of these flashlights over the last five years. Initially, they all had the same problem, the switch would only work if held part way on. The answer below this from R. Hennigh about a loose retaining nut is worth a shot, but for all twelve of mine, here's what I had to do, and what I'd recommend you try first. Unscrew the head and tailcaps of the flashlight and remove the battery. Hold the body tube up towards a window or a lamp...can you see through the tube? If not, take a long drift pin, a long dowel rod, anything that can take a good whack and not break...insert into the body tube from the tail (switch) end...when it contacts the plastic disc obstruction in the body tube, hold the tube tightly, and whack the rod with a hammer...HARD! When you dislodge the black plastic disc with the little brass colored rivet in its center, THROW IT AWAY! It serves no purpose, and stops the flashlight from working. Once removed, reassemble the head-end, re-insert the battery, and twist the switch cap back on...it should work fine now. Those caps were supposed to ensure the battery was inserted the correct way...the rivet is slightly indented on the tube side, and slightly proud on the head side. This would stop the flat negative side of the battery from making contact with the L E D driver circuit and destroying it due to reverse polarity...BUT...most 18650 battery positive end tips DO NOT fit the recess in the disc, so it prevents the flashlight from working AT ALL!! I have bought 12 of these lights...had to "modify" all of them. I carry two on me at all times, I have several in my vehicles, and have given some as gifts. In 5 years, the ONLY problem I've ever had was the initial need to modify the lights. Other than that, they are blindingly bright, highly reliable, light weight, and hold a charge regardless of the temperature of the vehicle they are stored in for months at a time. Good luck, and let me know how you made out!
1440181
It says on and off by the switch. If you can't see that press the flashlight button and if it does not come on slide the switch the other way and try again.
1975432
Why wouldn't it? If you're using a speedlight and it's on, the built-in won't pop-up anyway, not to mention the fact that it physically blocks it. Not sure why you would ever use a built-in when you have a speedlight attached.
959475
The top part clicks up and you slide your phone in case. It works perfectly for me.
2175479
Turn the bezel around the bulb. This may take a try or two until you get the feel for it. If that doesn't work, there's a battery or bulb problem. I love the flashlight!
266392
Yes. It's kinda tricky, but while sliding the case over the cool to touch lantern, you can hold the tiny funnel at the narrowest part of the lantern (midsection where valve is), slide the case past it. It's tricky, but I just did it to verify. You'll need to do it right at the corner of the case.
1588346
I don't know about your case, but the lighting end doesn't work with my case as the rubber end is too large. It works fine with my I pad and phone if I slip my rubber case off. I wouldn't have bought them if I had known this.
1460189
Sorry, can't help you with your problem, I bought this 9X TrustFire, but the seller sent me a different brand (CrazyFire) and it was bad from the start, there were only 3 modes instead of 5, hi-med-low and then it switched off when it tried to go to the next mode which I think it's S.O.S. I returned the flashlight.
1166274
It does fit snug, but I just carefully (holding the body tight) slightly shake it a little to get the battery unit sliding out. As far as it not turning on, make sure the battery unit is facing the right way with the end with the two minuses and one plus facing the end cap. (do NOT remove the end with the LEDs, only the end cap). Also try fresh batteries just to be sure. (and make sure the individual batteries are put in the holder according to the plus and minus signs) I use rechargeable batteries so I can recharge one set while having another charged set in the flashlight. Hope this helps !
1995625
It is, but mine broke on vacation to the Bahamas. The slider on/off switch at the top wouldn't "catch" anymore. To turn on or off the camera, I had to remove it from the case, turn it on, and slide it back in the case, that is a pain. I would not recommend this case unless it has been updated in the last year.
245704
There is a small switch sticking out on one side. Slide that switch toward the light end of the Finger Flashlight, and they should come on. I ordered several of these, and about 1 out of 6 had problems with the switch....
1192161
As Kyp Durron said, holding down the bottom-right button (button A) will run the power-up. You have to do this until the wave motion gun lights up before you release the button or it won't run the light and sound sequence.