Customer Reviews

Premium Solf Gel Silicone Skin Case for Google Nexus One 1 - Black

5 star:		(19)
4 star:		(12)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

The silicone case is smooth and not too tacky so it slides easily into and out of my pocket. The case fits the phone very well, with the exception that on the bottom of the case the hole for the microphone is off center and partially obscured by the case.

If you're like me, you're probably concerned about protecting your new Nexus One. I ordered this because it looked like it would provide protection from scratches and might minimize damage if the phone was dropped. Well, I just got this case today and it looks like it will fit that bill quite nicely.

With the N1 being so new, I was skeptical about the quality of any accessories that one might buy at this early stage. I must say I was pleasantly surprised. The fit is good and the cutouts are accurately sized and placed. In addition, it's thick enough so that the elevated camera lens now sits below the level of the case. As an unexpected bonus, I found that the silicone enhances the grip significantly.

Money well spent, even if it's just a short-term solution.

I'm very pleased with this case for my new Nexus One. It fits perfectly and has a very pleasant feel, silky without being too slippery. The cutouts are in all the right places and it has raised bumps so you can still hit the unlock button and volume controls. Definitely a good buy for the price.

Pros:
-Makes typing easier
-Protects phone from scratches
-Makes phone a lot less slippery
-Nice feel in the hand
-Actually makes buttons easier to press for me
-Disguises phone (if you don't want everybody to know you have a N1)
-Stopped me from lightly tapping the outside of the screen while holding it so I don't have those inaccuracy problems because of lack of multi-touch

Neutral:
-Seems to block the bottom microphone a bit but people say I still sound crystal clear.

Cons:
-Phone doesn't look as good
-Blocks dock connectors

Should you buy it?

I think so it made my N1 a lot more usable and I feel a lot more comfortable with it now because without it my N1 feels very fragile.

Works great and feels good. The dye cutting around the charger and speaker is little messy, but otherwise it is great.

My problem with most cases is they make a small phone turn into a big one -- not the case here. This case keeps the nexus at a small size (of course it gets a little bigger).

It has a very good feel to it, too. I have read some reviews of gaps in the corner/edges -- while this is true, it is not as pronounced of a gap(s) as you may suspect.

Overall, it's a really sleek case and I'm really glad I got it!

Good case, fits perfectly, nice soft touch-like material, covers volume and power buttons, which is also good. Looks a little bit cheap though (well, it actually is cheap).

I was worried when I read a couple reviews that said the microphone hole was a little off and that it was loose. I almost bought the other skin that was 5-10x as expensive. Long story short, my wife had me buy this one. It fits very well. Both Microphone holes are centered properly, the cutouts are sufficient.

One interesting thing is the power and volume rockers are covered completely. But this is not a big deal as the case has a 'button' feel above the location where the buttons really are. This allows you to feel the button as well as use it (just like if it was not there).

I'm way glad I bought this to replace the stupid plastic case/cover that I bought for it (which didn't last more than 2-3 months).

This skin is great, and offers terrific protection for the Nexus One for mere pennies.

The skin is thick enough to protect the phone from normal shocks and scrapes, and even to protect the lens of the camera on the back of the phone, which normally protrudes a few millimeters from the phone's casing. Even so, it does not make the phone ungainly or difficult to fit in a normal pocket.

The holes are accurately cut to allow speakers and microphones to work unimpeded, and the case is easily slipped on and off the phone. It will generally not slip off on its own, although I have had one instance where the top front managed to come free as I jammed the phone into my pants pocket.

There is enough play in the case to allow grit or lint to enter, but if you're vigilant about it, it's very easy to remove once taken off the phone.

Paired with a good screen protector, this case offers peace of mind over a rather expensive phone (more than $500 if purchased outright from Google) at a seriously unbeatable price.

I got this case about a week ago, and I can honestly say I do not know how anyone could write something negative about it. For starters the case makes the phone much easier to hold on too, all the cut outs are placed perfectly, and it is still easy to get it in and out of my pocket. My only regret is that I didn't get this sooner. The case is thick enough that it looks very well protected (although I am not going to test just to find out), and talk about cheap... wow what a deal.