Scratches while in an Incase Slider?

[pistol shrimp]

I've just taken off the incase slider case off my black 3GS to give it a clean, and theres some slight scratching on the back of the phone which definatley was not there the last time the case was off. Has anyone else had this happen? It's only very slight, but it's annoyed me none the less ( I like gadgets as new lol!). Am I the only victim?

[lady_bugz22]

I had one for my v1 & as I was putting the case back on I guess a speck of debris was in the case or on the back of the phone & I heard it scratching the phone as I was sliding the case on. Luckily it was only a hairline scratch & not very noticeable. After that I never used the case again. Also it had put some nicks on my bezel.

[Get_Zwole]

havent had a single scratch on mine, i take mine off every 2 or 3 days to clean and wipe the case out. Definitely make sure the case is clean on the inside before putting it back on. My 3gS is still flawless though after about 4 weeks in the slider.

[KabaModern]

I've just taken off the incase slider case off my black 3GS to give it a clean, and theres some slight scratching on the back of the phone which definatley was not there the last time the case was off. Has anyone else had this happen? It's only very slight, but it's annoyed me none the less ( I like gadgets as new lol!). Am I the only victim?

Yep. The Incase Slider scratched the HELL out of my iPhone. I was so pissed off. I will never recommend that case to anyone. It's 35 dollars of overpriced crap. Pick up the Speck CandyShell (for 3G or 3GS), you won't regret it.

[MileHighRob]

I got one of the first Incase Sliders when they were originally released last year for the 3G and was a huge fan. However, despite being ridiculously adamant about frequently removing the case and cleaning both the case and the phone, my 3G suffered some serious scratching. I got over it because when the case was on the scratches were undetectable. Also, it's like once you get that first scratch on your new car you tend to be less concerned about maintaining its pristine condition. I had the phone replaced prior to the warranty expiring and no longer use a case; the only thing I've got on this one is a PS crystal film protecting the screen.

[pistol shrimp]

I got one of the first Incase Sliders when they were originally released last year for the 3G and was a huge fan. However, despite being ridiculously adamant about frequently removing the case and cleaning both the case and the phone, my 3G suffered some serious scratching. I got over it because when the case was on the scratches were undetectable. Also, it's like once you get that first scratch on your new car you tend to be less concerned about maintaining its pristine condition. I had the phone replaced prior to the warranty expiring and no longer use a case; the only thing I've got on this one is a PS crystal film protecting the screen.


I know I'll get over it to(Im glad its not just me its happened to) , but its just because its the first scratches that Im annoyed! Im actually contemplating just going with a screen protector and no case because the phone feels alot nicer to hold without one. And when/if it does get dropped/scratched badly, Ive got insurance on it so I know Ill get a replacement. Hmm decisions decisions!

[GSA190]

I honestly hate my incase slider case. Its terrible. I have scratches and nicks all around my phone. Any suggestion for case's that don't do this.

[MileHighRob]

I'm no longer sure there is a case out there that doesn't scratch the iPhone. I've tried quite a few since the release of the v1 phone. They certainly protect the screen from drops, providing the phone doesn't hit a hard surface directly on the screen. But I've yet to find one that doesn't allow debris in between the case and phone which eventually ends up scratching your phone.

[Lincoln]

I've had several cases, and they've all scratched my iPhone. Scratched the back, scratched the bottom, scratched the bezel.. everywhere. However, I haven't noticed any damage done from my Incase Slider which has been on my 3GS for about a week and a half. That may be because it's white, but the bezel looks fine too.

Edit: I just took off my Incase to check, and while the iPhone still looks perfect, the inside of the case itself sure doesn't. Normal or not?

http://kttns.org/wvjn

[MileHighRob]

Give it longer than a few weeks and your bezel will end up getting scratched. I really didn't notice any for a while on my 3G. Maybe it was because I was cleaning both the case and phone more frequently when I first got them.

I just looked at my 3G Slider case and although it's over a year old it certainly doesn't look half as scratched as your new one. I would say it's not normal.

[Get_Zwole]

Just took mine off still no scratches when looking at any light. Im getting tired of trying to get the top part off though. Bottom comes off easy but on mine the top i actually have to put a cloth and then use a sharpie to push it out a bit before i can pull it out, from the headphone hole. Im afraid im going to crack it or mess something up so i might start looking for a new case. after 3.5 weeks you would think it would get easier or something but still hard as ever to get off.

[Kuntry]

I have a white Incase Slider and what I did was cleaned my 3G and the case and put it on the phone. I squeezed the case gently and put pressure on it (as if it were in my pocket and it gets bumped or leaned on) then I took it out to find new scratches where the mold left seams on the inside of the case. Before I put it on my 3GS, I took a some fine grit sandpaper and sanded all of those ridges down...everywhere I could find one. Then after a quick rinse and wipe with a microfiber towel, I installed it on the 3GS. I did the same squeezing and pushing on the case then removed it and the back of my phone is still in pristine condition, unlike my 3G which just sold on eBay for $330.

Bottom line: If you're like me and you want to keep your electronics looking as new as possible, thoroughly inspect whatever you're putting it in before you regret it. I love my Slider.

[Kuntry]

Just took mine off still no scratches when looking at any light. Im getting tired of trying to get the top part off though. Bottom comes off easy but on mine the top i actually have to put a cloth and then use a sharpie to push it out a bit before i can pull it out, from the headphone hole. Im afraid im going to crack it or mess something up so i might start looking for a new case. after 3.5 weeks you would think it would get easier or something but still hard as ever to get off.

Thats odd...Min'es reverse. The top slides off first and the bottom takes a firm grip on the phone and fingernails under the lip on the front of the phone.

[Get_Zwole]

I might find something thats easier to put on and take off. Mine is litterally impossible to get off with just sliding with your hands. I have very strong hands work with metal all day. I would like to use it naked at home then right before i leave just throw it in something easily put on and taken off that still protects nice. Guess the search is on again dangit.

[pistol shrimp]

Well I've bitten the bullet and have gone naked (well the iPhone has anyway!). I've still got the PS anti glare screen protector on, but the incase slider has been resigned to my jacket pocket. I'm in work so I figured if I can cope caseless on here then I can survive anywhere. I have to say that so far I'm loving how the phone feels without the added bulk of the case, I've had mine in the case almost since the first day I had it. I know scratches are likely but I really think the improved feel might actually be worth it, plus I'd anything majorly bad happens i've got insurance.

[psylichon]

Still no scratches with my Seidio Innocase II. I prefer the felt liner to rubber rails for this reason.

[lady_bugz22]

Still no scratches with my Seidio Innocase II. I prefer the felt liner to rubber rails for this reason.

I had ordered the pink Seidio Innocase II but then canceled it because I had heard it scratches the phone (bezel) & also that it bubbles the screen protector. I'm on my 3rd screen protector so I didn't want to ruin this one since it's on perfect. I really liked the idea that it had the felt liner to it.

[psylichon]

I've given up on using screen protectors with this case. I think all slider cases will bubble a protector unless you trim the protector down a bit.

[MileHighRob]

I had ordered the pink Seidio Innocase II but then canceled it because I had heard it scratches the phone (bezel) & also that it bubbles the screen protector. I'm on my 3rd screen protector so I didn't want to ruin this one since it's on perfect. I really liked the idea that it had the felt liner to it.
I've shelled out quite a bit of money on cases since the v1 release and have yet to find a case that doesn't scratch the bezel. The only thing I've not tried is a holster which aren't appealing to me.