Spigen Slim Armor Galaxy Note 4 Case with Air Cushion Technology and Hybrid Drop Protection for Samsung Galaxy Note 4 2014 - Electric Blue

Ordered two different Spigen Cases after hours and hours of case searching (yeah I should have spent my time better but better for you reading this review). This one was my favorite (but only after receiving both Spigen cases and trying them out). The other case I bought was the Spigen NEO Hybrid Metal Case in Gunmetal. It was the best looking case but got beat out for all the following reasons:I care about these things in this order when I buy anything: Utility, Value, LooksUtility: This case is sturdy and secure. All of the phones sensors and access ports have great sized cutouts (I have a Verizon Note 4). The only port that may be tight is the headphone/aux port. I have some expensive headphones with a wide connector and it manages to snugly fit. The buttons (volume and power) are easy to push and feel right to the touch. The best part of this case is the feel. The curved edges make this unusually large phone fit comfortably in one hand and it doesn't slide on me. One of the huge problems with the metal spigen case was how uncomfortable it would get to hold over extended periods of phone usage. Also the kickstand is a huge plus.RECOMMENDATION: When you get this case, apply a sliver of ducktape (the width of the kickstand) to the inside of the kickstand. Make the sliver of tape long enough so that it runs longer than the kickstand and stick to the interior of the plastic case. Then leave the phone in the kickstand position for 30 minutes so that the tape will stretch and settle so that whenever you use the kickstand it will extend properly to its fully cocked position (allowing you to stand the case up). Unfortunately this may be confusing if you have not bought the case yet. The reason I recommend this is because the kickstand is not part of the exterior plastic of the case (stand alone piece). Although it functions properly when your phone is in the case (and doesn't fall out), it does feel like it could snap off if you put too much pressure on it. Also, if you ever had to remove you case in a hurry, you could easily lose the kickstand for good. By doing what I said, you completely eliminate those problems.Value: Compared to all of the cases on the market, this case is the cheapest you can get for great damage protection. This case won't protect against water damage, but it is extremely well built for drops/falls. I recommend getting the Zagg Invisible Shield Glass in combination with this case for ultimate protection. I chose to buy this case and the screen protector for a combined cost of $42 on Amazon Prime. The alternative was for me to buy no protection and spend a minimum of $100 for phone insurance (3rd party; if we are talking phone carriers insurance then insurance price is WAY MORE). As an alternative to insurance, this is a pretty great value (only loss, theft, or water damage can get you). For me personally, I am very careful with phones to begin with and this is the best value for me.Looks: This is the 2nd best-looking case I could find for my white note 4. The other spigen case looked much better, but lacked in so many categories that I had to go with this case hands down. Plus, it still looks good in white & black.CONS: There is only 1 short fall of this phone case. I have big fingers and I cannot get a consistent reading when using the heart rate sensor on the phone. This is by no means a deal breaker for me (personally I find that functionality as a neat gimmick), so I did not mind. Also, this case is quick and easy to take off if I did want to use the heart rate sensor.

I've owned my Spigen Slim Armor Case for about six months now, and had it installed on my beloved Galaxy Note 4 since getting it on the release day for T-Mobile stores.Prior to buying this - my first Spigen case - I'd made the rounds from cheapie-cheapie generic Made In China cases, up to the pricey (and always avoided because of it) OtterBox cases that I saw others carting their devices around in. While in the OtterBox case, I damaged my previous Note 3 (I shattered the paper-thin screen, which one never realizes just how thin they are until you see those dreaded spiderwebbing cracks make their way across the face of your device. Horrid feeling!). After calling the insurance provider for my device, I learned that that OtterBox warranty that I thought protected my device while encased in their product would actually only cover replacement of the OtterBox CASE, NOT my device when inserted into it. So, fool me once... That brought me to trying this Slim Armor Case from Spigen. I'd never heard of Spigen before, but I liked the look of their cases, as well as the price, so here I am almost six months later with my phone still encased in their product, and doing peachy-keen, even after a few minor drops.I've had no difficulty with the kickstand, although it really isn't terribly sturdy, and doesn't hold my device up very well, unless very precisely positioned. The rubber bezel has gripped my device to slicker surfaces all but once since I began using this case way back in November 2014, and the sleek surface on the overall case makes it easy for me to slip into a back pocket, likewise remove from said pocket. Even after all of this time, my case shows no real wear and tear anywhere, and I'm confident that it'll outlast the length of time I have my device before I upgrade to the next great Galaxy Note. The Champagne gold color paired with the black rubber inner casing make for a very elegant presentation of higher-end devices, but in case you're wondering about shimmer vs. non-shimmer finishes for the Slim Armor line (as I was, and really, still am, as the pictures make it hard to tell), I've asked Spigen directly. The agent that replied to my email stated that the Champagne Gold, Electric Blue, and Electric Red cases all have a shimmery finish to them, and that the mint (which I'd originally ordered with my gold, but returned when there was no shimmery finish), does not. The agent didn't mention the Shimmery White case, but I'm guessing that, by the name, that one DOES have a shimmery finish, as well (it is, however, just a guess). For some of us out there, these details may matter, and since I haven't encountered any other reviews that directly address the colors and finish of the cases, I thought I'd go ahead and write out something that made mention of them. Hopefully someone out there will find this information helpful.Long story short, regardless of color and finish, I think Spigen's products are a more than worthy competitor for OtterBox's. I owned three different OtterBox cases for my previous Note 3, and saw nothing there that surpassed what I've gotten with the sleek effects of the Spigen case I have on my new device. Add to that that the buttons on this case are flush with the sides yet still functional, and that I can access stylus, microphone, and device speaker and buttons with no difficulty, then it's safe to say that I'll be going with Spigen over OtterBox from here on out.

Decent case, slim and protective, I must've dropped my phone twenty times and it survived. Be careful with the kickstand though, I went through two cases already and I had the kickstand break in both, don't put a lot of pressure on your phone when the kickstand is up, as it's pretty fragile.One of the two little plastic knobs on the sides of the kickstand seems to always break for me. I would love an option to order just a replacement plastic kickstand, because the rest of the case is good still. Regardless, the case is great if you're careful.

I bought this for looks, protection and low price and I am happy with my purchase. I have been using it daily for 10 months and it does its job and looks great. The kick stand looks like a nice feature but I haven't found it useful.

This is nicer than I thought it'd be. It's not to bulky and the volume and power buttons on the side are really nice. It's a good quality case and the kickstand is just a bonus. I really like the color as well.

Ita a great case. lighter than other robust cases and fits perfectly. But I buy it for the kickstand feature witch is Horrible at least to say. I had a HTC One case before from SEIDIO which had a metal kickstand with springs and magnetic clips, was awesome and very useful. I must admit I did not know they were other type of kickstands than metal and such but the on on this case is just a plastic bracket that pop out and has no secure way of standing in place which for this heavy phone makes it fall down most of the time if surface is moving :( so I am not using it anymore even if this was the first reason in choosing this case.

The case is very eye appealing. Haven't dropped the phone yet to see if the protection is good. Kick stand feels a little flimsy but serves it purpose well. The case is smooth slides a little too easy in the hands. Still a very good case. I would recommend it.