Is the band cheap and glossy, and smudge easily? Or is it made of harder plastic that is not glossy and doesn't smudge?
451950
I bought mine in November 2013...Today, August 2014, I had it outta the case and while putting the plastic ring back on it, it snapped on me. I didn't do anything differently, just put it on as usual...so not sure how it snapped. So a little disappointed that only 10 months later it already broke on me. I'm waiting to hear from Spigen if the'll send me a free replacement. They offer a 2 year warranty but for some reason don't honor it if you bought from a reseller.
451951
Not too glossy although it is not exactly a matte finish either. Does not smudge. I've had the white case now for 3 months and looks brand new. It is a harder, good quality plastic band. There is a black rubber seal that actually directly touches the phone and it is great quality also, even after I have removed and put back on the phone several times. The hard plastic band sits on the outside of the black rubber casing.
451952
No not at all it almost feels like metal its a hard plastic does not show finger prints very sturdy now take in mind I have the silver one I can't comment on the other colors
451953
It's glossy. You can get smudges but they wipe off with easy. I dropped my phone for the first time it held up well.
1271653
It's more of a smooth matte finish, very nice feeling. Satiny. Not like glossy plastic at all. As a side note, I placed stickers all over the top of my case and they stick on very well!
843330
It is Plastic, the plastic on mine isn't scratched yet but it does get dirty fast. and no it does not get bulky.
195774
It's pretty much a flexible plastic case glued to a fake leather book binding. Quality feel is very high considering the price they are asking. It's not the super squishy gel type - more of a TPU type. The good thing about that is it's not made of a hard plastic that will scratch your phone's outer case. Also, some of these type of cases have a stitching that will scratch the gorilla glass. This one will doesn't. I liked my girlfriend's sister in law's cellto S4 case so I bought one for my note 2, as did my girlfirend for her S5, as did her friend for her s5, and her cousin for her note 2. We all love this brand. It's pretty much a flexible plastic case glued to a fake leather book binding. Quality feel is very high considering the price they are asking. It's not the super squishy gel type - more of a TPU type. The good thing about that is it's not made of a hard plastic that will scratch your phone's outer case. Also, some of these type of cases have a stitching that will scratch the gorilla glass. This one will doesn't. I liked my girlfriend's sister in law's cellto S4 case so I bought one for my note 2, as did my girlfirend for her S5, as did her friend for her s5, and her cousin for her note 2.... » Read More It's pretty much a flexible plastic case glued to a fake leather book binding. Quality feel is very high considering the price they are asking. It's not the super squishy gel type - more of a TPU type. The good thing about that is it's not made of a hard plastic that will scratch your phone's outer case. Also, some of these type of cases have a stitching that will scratch the gorilla glass. This one will doesn't. I liked my girlfriend's sister in law's cellto S4 case so I bought one for my note 2, as did my girlfirend for her S5, as did her friend for her s5, and her cousin for her note 2. We all love this brand. « Show Less
1592217
It is a hard plastic. It is extremely thin, and is mostly for looks and to prevent scratches. It won't provide protection beyond that, but it is cute.
1308624
It doesn't scratch easy, and it has a little bit of texture. Not sure on the difference between glossy and matte, I wasn't given the option at the time.
1955379
It has an embossed leather texture. The vinyl is shiny but the texture mutes it. It is not the same as a shiny smooth finish but is definitely shinier than a matt finish. If your concern is that it looks like cheap plastic, I'd say no. It looks good.
1270758
The original Invisible Shield is very shiny and reflective. The smudge proof version is a vast improvement, making the screen easier to see. It also really stops smudges and finger prints on the screen. I highly recommend the smudge proof version.
561479
I've only had my phone and protector for just short of two months. I haven't experienced any peeling or discoloration of the band to date.
2182185
It's a little glossy but I was able to write on it with a Sharpie. Just make sure it dries completely so it doesn't smudge.
503649
It's actually not metal, just plastic with a metalic paint. It doesn't show fingerprints too terribly, but they do show up a little bit.
897263
Yes, it's hard plastic- the blue part is. A bit softer. The glow is not bright but it's enough to see in the dark- I've been using it about a year now- still glows and has kept my phone from damage. I hope this helps. :)
1034352
Plastic. Embossed printing. Doesn't wear off. I do use it monthly at least. Never had problems
801543
It feels like hard plastic with a textured surface. It is not soft like rubber, but it isn't smooth like most hard plastics. It has a frosted semi-see through appearance rather than a smooth glossy finish.
1308625
Yes does scratch easily, yes its very textured. not sure what isBetter im not a fan if matte. DI Noc is definitely the better one tho.
361495
It's not slick plastic. It has a slight rubber feel but does not feel soft. Almost a mix between rubber and velvet.
313701
It's not actually glossy. More of a brushed metallic so no, doesn't attract fingerprints.