Otterbox Impact Case for N8

[chairs]

I have received alot of PMs and questions about this case so I figured I would post some pics and impressions.

First off here is the packaging and what is included inside:

They included a sticker! I might slap it on my computer at work or something.

Included is the silicone case, a microfiber cloth, and a screen protector.

A picture of the case itself:

I had ordered a Clarivue screen protector, but since it hasn't arrived yet I decided to try out the one provided by Otterbox. For whatever reason I found this one to be more difficult to install. The screen protector was very stiff and it made it difficult to apply. As a result I have some air bubble on the top of the display area (by the Nokia logo) but not on the screen itself. Using the phone with this screen protector has been nice and I have noticed no loss of sensitivity.

Applying the case itself is super easy. The phone easily slips in and out of it. There are cutouts on the sides of the case for the HDMI, micro USB, charger and headphone ports. There is another cutout for the locking slider.

Rubber buttons are laid over the hardware buttons of the phone. Overall I have found them responsive but a little stiff and can be difficult to press. This isn't so much an issue with the menu, volume or power buttons. The camera button offers a little bit of a learning curve. At first I found that I had a difficult time getting it only to partially depress. I found that I was pushing it all the way down and this would mess with the focusing a bit. After a couple of hours I got the hang of it. I would say have some patience at first when taking pictures.

Overall the phone is not much bulkier than before. I would say that it is probably 2mm thicker all around. It still fits in my pocket and it feels like a nice insurance policy against dropping it. It is a bit of a lint magnet but I think most silicone cases are. For the price I paid (about $17 shipped) it is a pretty good value.

Pros:

• Price - even at full price it is only $19.99
• Quality feel
• Comes with a screen protector

Cons:

• Screen protector is a little difficult to apply
• Buttons are a bit too stiff (learning curve for taking pictures at first)

If I had to rate it I would give it a 4/5. I included some pictures below of my N8 with this case. I'll try to answer any questions as best as I can.

 

[hurrro]

I just got mine today, actually two, not sure why they sent me two =/ Anyways I like this case, feels very high quality compared to the other silicone cases for my other phones and everything fits perfectly. I actually think the screen protector that came with the case was easier to put on. I did have to squeeze all the air bubbles out which was kind of a pain in the butt but I managed to get all the bubbles out. It doesn't add too much bulk to the phone and actually made it nicer to hold on to. Very nice product indeed =]

 

[Regressive]

Does it have cutouts for the microphones as well?

 

[FairySkates<3]

it has cut out for all the microphones on the sides including the one next to the microusb

 

[hpfan7524-5102]

I guess you can't see the notification glow under the main menu button?

 

[shinyarceus]

You can't see the notification or breathing light because it is under the case. That is the only issue I have (albeit a minor one). I have been using it for a few weeks now and have been pretty happy with it.

FYI I never used a case with any of my other phones before. This is the first time. The N8 is pretty slick due to its construction and I know I will end up dropping it without a case like this.