Speck Candyshell | |
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Header | ![]() (out of 5) Full Review |
Price | Price: $34.95 USD |
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Pros | Pros: – Easy access to your iPhone 6 inside the case |
Cons | Cons: – Quality of protection may be a bit exaggerated – Build quality of the Speck Candyshell is a bit lacking – Scratches easily |
Potential Problems | Potential Problems: – This case will show its wear and tear easily – This case (despite what Speck says on their website) will not provide the same level of protection as a Otterbox Defender or Griffin Survivor |
Design Rating | DESIGN
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Weight/Bulk/Installation | Weight/Bulk/Install (4.5/5): – Doubles the thickness and weight of the iPhone 6 – Will add 1/8 inch around your entire iPhone 6 – The Speck Candyshell is a little more difficult to install when compared to other cases |
Build Quality | Build Quality (3.5/5): – Glossy back of the case scratches really easily – Stress bends will occur if you’re Installing an iPhone 6 into the case constantly – Smooth texture of the case makes it feel less “grippy” |
Protection Rating | PROTECTION ![]() (Speck Candyshell) |
General Protection | General Protection (3.5/5): – Speck Candyshell exceeds military drop specifications but Speck doesn’t mention how high you can drop it – 6ft face first drop on smooth concrete resulted in an iPhone 6 breaking – Significant lip prevents iPhone touchscreen from touching smooth surfaces – No screen protector |
Functionality Rating | FUNCTIONALITY
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iPhone Functionality | iPhone Functionality (4.5/5): – Able to access all buttons on the iPhone 6 – Able to use slightly larger headphones jacks and 3rd party lightning cables easily with the Speck CandyShell – Back of the case does not provide enough texture as it feels like it will easily fall out of your hand |
Screen Functionality | Screen Functionality (5/5): – Edges of the case are very noticeable on the Speck Candyshell |
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