i-Blason Case Designed for Galaxy Note 8, Magma Series Built-in Screen Protective Clear Back Cover with Holster Heavy Duty Belt Clip Shell (Rosegold)

I have read some other reviews here and feel I need to add my story for anyone who is on the fence about buying this phone case.Okay, so getting a great phone case is hard, and the world says buy an otterbox for protection, but they are expensive! I dont know about you but I am cheap. I want great protection at a reasonable price. So I bought this one. The plastic screen protector was great for the first 6-8 months until it got scratched up from high use of my s-pen. I draw ALOT. That fix is easy though, just peel it out and use tempered glass protectors inside of the case, it works great. Anyways. The biggest draw for me was style and the holster, but the phone became so much more.I am clumbsy. I repeat. I DROP PHONES. My first phone I had for like 6 years and that was tossed across classrooms, face down on the screen, etc. It was not a smart phone so whatever, still works. I get my first smart phone as a hand me down and 6 months later I drop it getting out of the car and the screen is done. I lost alot of pictures from that one. Anyways next phone lasted but wasnt the best because again, I am cheap. So a little over a year ago I get this phone, first really nice new one, and knowing my history I buy a case within the first week. This one!!So I have used this for over a year, and my ability to keep my phone safe has not improved in the slightest. The only reason my screen is still 100% intact is this case! I drop it between 1 and 5 times a day at least, sometimes 2 or 3 times in a row. Like I said I removed the plastic screen, but I am writing this because I have no glass protector on, it was turning colors from high s pen use. Note, not broken, just worn. 5 minutes ago I hit it off of my couch FLAT. ON. ITS. SCREEN. Onto a hard stone floor. No damage. I will never buy another brand of protector, because this is the only one I will ever trust to protect my phone from myself.

First things first, I'm a real "person" and I bought this with my hard earned money (it wasn't given to me).. I've had this case for a little over a month and a half and I love it! It feels sturdy and protective. I've accidentally dropped my phone a few times and I have no damage to it (the case as well).The installation process was simple. It feels snug and hugs the phone, but it can be a bit pesky to get off when you want to clean it. However, I'll deal with that as long as my phones protected.The screen protector feels great and hasn't interfered with my phones sensitivity. It doesn't feel flimsy like the other cases I've tried with previous phones.The buttons on the side aren't bulky or too slender, they stick out just enough to let you know they're there. My husband purchased a Zizo Bolt series and it's extremely difficult to feel where the buttons are, you almost have to have the feel memorized to use it.The case also came with 2 "cut out" designs (the back of the case is almost like a transparent matte, so you can see through it a bit). They're not necessary but it does add a bit more flare.The cut outs at the bottom are pretty spot on and I haven't had any problems as far as chargers are concerned. I will say if you use headphones, make sure they're not angled bc they won't slide all the way in (I think a lot of cases are like that though, so, it's not really a negative in my eyes.The holster it comes with is okay. I would've liked it to feel a bit more heavy duty. It definitely feels like plastic. It spins 360°. One thing I don't like is the fact that it isn't universal as far as putting the phone in it face side up or down. It only goes in face side down, So when I answer the phone or text, I have to put the holster to the side. The clip on the holster is smack dab in the middle, so, when you clip it on your belt vertically, it hangs. It also hangs when it's clipped horizontally.. There's really no happy medium unless you clip it so it hangs on the inside...All in all I'll deal with the flimsy holster for a sturdy case...

Purchased this full coverage case as I refuse to purchase a new phone until the current device actually explodes or dies.The i-Blaison case came quickly and covers my phone fully with access to the S-pen at all times. The 3.5mm jack and charging port covers are snug as they should be while still allowing me to open those covers as necessary without a crowbar. The screen is reactive to touch with no problem using either my finger or S-pen. Having taken photographs, the screen doesn't impede or affect the outcome of the camera.The only thing that might be an issue for some is that when the holster is on, it is a tight grab for the S-pen. I prefer it as I am notorious for losing my S-pen, then chaos ensues and I can't function. LOL (Ask my hubs).In any event, for the dollar value and the protection thus far, I don't think you can go wrong. And if anyone wants to know, it has already been dropped due to my clumsiness, and the case shows no wear. I will update the durability and ease of removal ratings after I've had it for some months.So far my only issue with the case is that I had not been able to find one from the date of acquiring my phone. Could've save the phone some damage.Cheers,Tiny Terror

First off, I will say I wouldn't get it again as the screen protector scuffs too easily. I think I might have lived with it if the touch sensitivity wasn't reduced but to have less touch sensitivity to the point where typing by finger is slower AND it scuffs, that's bad for a case over £15. It's not just tiny scratches that come out of nowhere, it's visible and tactile scuffs that reminds you every time you slide over the screen. At some point, I will feel like tearing the protector off and using the case without the built-in protector but it has seriously made me think of getting some other case to use as well.The good first point is that I can use the belt clip to act as a stand. You cannot use anything else to stick to the back like a finger grip as that will interfere with wireless charging.2nd good point is that the case does not interfere with wireless charging.3rd good thing is that I can use my Oyster travel card in the back of the case AND still use credit card NFC payments! That's definitely a positive and unexpected surprise.4th good point is you can use the belt clip case as a sort of finger grip for your phone as the clip can pinch two of your fingers tightly so you don't lose grip of the phone and still use it one handed. This phone is not really built for one-handed use even if you shrink the screen because the case makes the phone bulkier still.5th point - all buttons are good and solidly responsive. Can use the edge of the screen with no problem, case guides me to the fingerprint sensor reliably.Things I am indifferent to:The seals for the headphone jacks and USB C might drive some people crazy and want to cut it off. I'm less bothered as I mostly use wireless charging but the times I have plugged in my headphone jack and USB C, it's not been much of a bother but if you do this on a daily basis, it WILL slow you down and you DO have to take your time so bear that in mind.Not the easiest to remove and if you rush it might just pop out of your hands so do it slowly and calmly and it will come off quicker than if you rush, strangely.In summary, the reason why you are buying it is because of the rugged built-in front and back protection.Although it might succeed, you sacrifice easily scuffed screen protection and loss of screen sensitivity. Would not get it again.

This case is rock solid! Yes it adds a couple of extra milimeters in each direction to an already large phone, but that padding means I feel safe giving the phone to my kids or just chucking it into my bag. The top half of the case fits snugly with the Note 8 and already holds it in place. The bottom half consists of a rubberised edge and a transparent back. Build quality seem to be rock solid and I like the little touches of the ports also having plugs for even more protection. The case also comes with a belt loop, which I have to admit that I am not sure I'll use, but again it seems to be rock solid. If I were being "picky" the only thing I would consider changing would be to use gorilla glass in the front of the case as opposed to the plastic, which might well scratch. Also as others have mentioned it sometimes needs a little more pressure to just touch a part of my screen

Full disclosure:no payment, compensation, vouchers or incentives received for this review.The built in screen protector isn't great, popped it out and used a amFilm screen protector.The case itself is well built and offers really good drop protection IMO (top and bottom edges are slightly raised - more so than the Spigen).Now, it's difficult to say if it's the fault of the protector or device (given neither was designed to work the other), but it occasionally lifts the protector up from the screen. I have to push on the edges ever so slightly to hear it "crack" back down and then it works fine.Given the drop protection - I'm tempted to try it without the protector.I also found this case compatible with the chotech wireless charger (again - no incentives paid etc. just and honest review). Which defeats the other small gripe about the rubber bulkiness around the charging connector (FWIW - the anker usb -> usb c cable fits).All in all - I'm pretty happy with this purchase and would definitely recommend.

Good protection but it's let down by the screen protector. The screen isn't sensitive enough do you have to repeat your typing just to get a sentence out of it._The above was my review within a week of using the case, It's been a year or so now and guess what I have ZERO DAMAGE on my phone. I have dropped my phone on hard ground from the height of jumping off a 26 tonne lorry and my old phone smashed a few times in the past with a different phone case But WITH THIS PHONE CASE I HAVE ZERO DAMAGE despite the fact that I have dropped the phone more than 20 times plus. I have changed my rating from 3 to a 5 star also as the sensitivity off the screen protector improves over time. This is the best protection for phone I have ever come across and I will be buying another one! Thank you : )

Had it 2 years still going strong. Dropped phone loads of times screen and phone fine. Bit bulky but that's what saves the phone! Easy to hold perfect grip. Bit hard to put on but once it is on never comes off. Unless you take it off