Some of the reviews complain about the magnet ruining credit cards and then another review states that the magnets were removed. Can someone clarify?
1858642
In my review I stated there was NO magnetic closure so you should be ok with your cards.
1858643
There is no magnet. It's just a thing that u can slip the the that holds the case into
1858644
There is not a magnet on the version with the flowers, but the reviews are all mixed. There is a magnet for the "slim profile" ones and yes it does ruin credit cards.
2111182
Good question. I was also concerned. So far no issue. I had a hotel room catd not work but not sure if that was the cause. I try not to have my cards touch the magnet.
979481
The magnet is only in the mount. The metal plate you attach to your phone is not magnetized. So it will not interfere with credo cards at all
697417
It's possible it will deactivate if you put it in there w/other credit cards - just like any wallet. I have, however, tried sliding it in perpendicular to how it's supposed to go into the phone case so the contact w/my credit card is less, and that has worked. (But of course it's not easy/safe to carry around much w/the hotel key partially sticking out, so I've only done that like if I'm heading down for breakfast or to the fitness room in the hotel.) Sorry that I can't tell you for sure if it deactivates by sticking it all the way in the right way...never been willing to try because I want to avoid having to reactivate the card at the front desk...which I'm guessing you feel the same way since you're asking here instead of trying it out. haha
1232410
After reviewing Apples' support forum, there seems to be little consensus about the potentiality of magnets damaging devices (I'd speculate any device, Apple or other). Small magnets on cases seem to be safe, but warnings are given for "strong" magnets. I loved the idea of this holder, but I'd have to error on the side of precaution and not purchase unless I read an affirmative answer. Everyone else who says "it hasn't damaged my device yet" could be lucky or just biding their time. I have read the the likely damage is data loss, but not permanent component damage. I can't afford either. At best, it seems unknown or uncertain. After reviewing Apples' support forum, there seems to be little consensus about the potentiality of magnets damaging devices (I'd speculate any device, Apple or other). Small magnets on cases seem to be safe, but warnings are given for "strong" magnets. I loved the idea of this holder, but I'd have to error on the side of precaution and not purchase unless I read an affirmative answer. Everyone else who says "it hasn't damaged my device yet" could be lucky or just biding their time. I have read the the likely damage is data loss, but not permanent component damage. I... » Read More After reviewing Apples' support forum, there seems to be little consensus about the potentiality of magnets damaging devices (I'd speculate any device, Apple or other). Small magnets on cases seem to be safe, but warnings are given for "strong" magnets. I loved the idea of this holder, but I'd have to error on the side of precaution and not purchase unless I read an affirmative answer. Everyone else who says "it hasn't damaged my device yet" could be lucky or just biding their time. I have read the the likely damage is data loss, but not permanent component damage. I can't afford either. At best, it seems unknown or uncertain. « Show Less
2159991
Magnet's actually do have a negative effect, and it's not just the hard drive/ssd/or microsd that you have to be concerned with. Magnetic closure's have been shown to cause battery drain, and if you read up on this you will find that since a battery has negative/positive charges, just like a magnet, it can cause anywhere from significant, to moderate battery consumption while the tablet is nestled in the case turned off. I don't own this case, but I would always advise avoiding magnets with electronic devices at all cost!
520787
I have not had a problem but I do put my cards the way it was shown to insert them with the strip Away from. The magnet
425869
Well, I checked and the magnet barely has any pull. I looked it up though and apparently this is still normal and doesn't mean it's not stainless steel. Here's a reliable source of info on it. http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-dont-magnets-work-on/
686635
I think it works fine. When I didn't use the foil is when they got me. I think you have to be sure that the foil is on both sides of the card. I have a clutch wallet and I put the foil in the two area behind the credit card holders.
1086058
Not on the side where you put the cards in. Every now and then you have to adjust the cards. The magnet does a decent job, but you still need to make sure they stay in.
625278
That has not been a problem so far. I've only had it about one week, but I would think if the magnet was going to erase anything, it would have done it by now.
2208941
according to this, as long as the magnet is 1 inch away from the magnetic strip, it should be ok. I just opened my wallet and checked, if you place the card in the card slot so the magnetic strip is farther rather than close to the magnet, its about an inch away. I don't think that it will destroy the cards.http://www.creditcards.com/credit-card-news/demagnetization-ruin-credit-card-magnetic-stripe-1273.php
1093663
yes it does. I've been told not to put my debit card or any card in there. the magnet will demagnitize the card...crazy huh?! If you have to, you can put something on either side of the card, like a business card and maybe that will help!
1293679
No, I read in previous reviews that a while back,it used to be magnetic. However, the newer ones are not. We still enjoy the way it is.
774085
yes it has a magnet that helps keep the case closed. I have been using it and have not had any problems with credit/debit cards. I am still happy with the product. I purchased white and it has gotten dirty so I will be ordering a darker color.
798235
Button closure is magnetic. There is a magnetic in the triangular piece and in the front cover. The magnetic closure is easy to use. I have the 3 card slots occupied with 2 plastic credit cards for total of 6 cards and it still works perfectly. I am very happy with unit.
416613
I have not had any issues with my debit/ credit cards. I typically put my license in front of debit card and another non-magnetic strip ID on the other side closest to the magnet. So far, so good.