Does the case hinder people being able to hear you clearly when holding it with your shoulder?
1872484
I don't see how that would make a difference. The front of the case is open. The bottom of the case is cut out around the speaker and microphone. Personally, I am unable to hold the phone without using my hands. For convenience and safety, I use either the speakerphone feature or an ear bud or (Kinivo wireless) headphone accessory with built-in microphone. The Kinivo has been the best and cheapest solution.
1614131
No, not if you get a good fit with a good seal with the ear tips. If you turn your music way up someone may hear the smallest amount of noise, but it will not be loud enough to disturb them.
1369667
No but I use the speakers most. I just don't like putting my phone on my face. I love the button piece that is one of the biggest reasons I picked this case.
1922697
I find the sound volume better with this case on. Without the case the glass back is so smooth it is basically unheard. With the case on, the speaker is lifted and can be heard much better.
1730128
There are holes for the sound to pass through. I don't have any problems with the sound coming through. This is an awesome case, not bulky and very snug, I love it. Hope this helps. I am very satisfied with this purchase, in fact I now have the same style in two other colors, lol.
1507112
Honestly it depends on how close people are to you, the volume they are speaking at, and the volume you have your music set to. It does block out a good amount though.
502515
It doesn't block out all sound, but it does block out most of it. I think it's because of the padding, not any kind of advanced technology.
2181280
It does muffle the amount of audible volume from the device, but it does it's job really well. I work in construction sites without fear of dust, dirt, water, spilled coffee or soft drinks. The case itself is not as grippy as the Otterbox Defender, and both are equal in terms of bulk when wearing the holster on your belt. The most outstanding quality of this case is the fact that you can submerge the case and still have a working phone. I hope this answers your question.
1281618
I don't have that exact situation but I have a hard time hearing people and they can't hear me. I understand it's because the phone is waterproof and everything is blocked. I'll stick with my life proof which is not as bad
1557489
AS it is a small device, it does pick up movement near the mic. if you hold the phone and move it, it is fine, but if you are near the mic with your hand, will notice some rustling. By the way, it is very multi-directional, so you can not have it in from of the speakers you are trying to listen through or you will get feedback.
1371261
Yes, it covers your ear completely, and the sound is great, but I don't think it is completely inaudible to someone near you.
188638
It's not really an issue, sound is coming from speakers on the front of the case rather than from the bottom when the case is not on.
1576356
I've had this case for about 3 and a half months and I haven't had this problem. People can always hear me just fine. My friend has the same case and when we talk on the phone I can hear her fine as well.
537117
Talking on the phone I can hear clearly but I do not know how well they can hear me. So far I haven't had problems. Things like speaker and ringing is quieter(as expected) but I've put mine under water, been around drywall dust and hasn't leaked into the case to the phone
1175565
The speakers are not covered, so the sound quality does not seem to be effected. That said, the sound is somewhat directed. If the sound level is low, and you are listening to music or a podcast, you want to point the bottom of the phone in your general direction, not away from you. At higher sound levels, it doesn't seem to matter much.
1807044
No. There is a hole that exposes the microphone outlet. It is not hard to hear or speak on the phone. It functions just the same with the case.
921451
Because there is significant padding, I don't think others can hear. I absolutely love these headphones and recommend highly. They are comfortable to wear, but because they sit over the ear, they can cause pressure if you wear glasses.