elago S4 Slim-Fit Case for iPhone 4 with Logo Protection Film (SF Black, Fits AT&T and Verizon iPhone)

by elago

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.7 x 0.5 x 4.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0041ST5L2
• Item model number: EL-S4SM-SFBK-BA
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (409 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,010 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories)

Product Description

Keep the iPhone 4 safe & protected in style with the S4 Slim Fit Case. Unique design allows easy access to all buttons, controls & ports without having to remove the case. Polyurethane coated to protect from scratches and for better grip. This case is made in Korea.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

145 of 156 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Still on the quest for the perfect, thin case that still protects the phone January 18, 2011

By B. Wilson

Amazon Verified Purchase

I'm always on the quest for the perfect phone case that will protect my phone from the occasional drop in the parking lot, while also keeping with the style of the iPhone 4. On my iPhone 3G I had the Shield case (very similar to this one) and loved it. I currently have Speck Fitted case (Apple Freebie), but was looking for something a bit thinner and more stylish.

From the stock pictures, you cannot tell if this case comes up around the sides to protect the face of the phone (they do not; see my additional pictures). It also does not protect the top or bottom (not a big deal to me; these are metal). I'll try the case out for a few days, but I see myself going back to the Speck Fitted due to it's full frontal protection. I've dropped my phone from waist height several times and never had any damage in the Speck case (case did pop open, but phone didn't come out).

On my iPhone 3G I had the Shield case (very similar to this one) and loved it. It didn't come up to the glass, but then again I wasn't as concerned with screen damage on the 3G due to the metal bezel running around the phone. The iPhone 4 provides no such edge protection except a thin piece of plastic before you get to the glass. Because of this, I'll be sticking with my old Speck Fitted case.

Cons:
- lack of front glass protection, and top and bottom protection (not to mention lack of stock photos to provide potential customers this info).
- sorry excuse for the logo protection (a piece of packing tape looks much better).

Pros:
- If you're not worried about front protection or feel that your skin or screen guard will protect you, then this is a great slim phone. It adds very little additional width.
- No flash splash back

45 of 45 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Fits Verizon iphone, has a soft feel February 12, 2011

By Elena

Amazon Verified Purchase

This fits the Verizon iphone perfectly.
It's very thin, it barely adds any bulk to the phone at all.
Will it protect your phone if you drop it from a considerable distance? Probably not, but it will prevent nicks and scratches from having the phone in your handbag or pocket or from dropping it from not too high up.
What I love the most about it is that it's more matte than the phone. I often hold the phone between my shoulder and face, and before I got this case the phone would always slide off. The matte finish keeps that from happening. It also keeps it from sliding off of smooth surfaces as easily.
I also got the pink version of this case, but I don't like it much because it's shiny, not matte.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The truth about this case... November 19, 2011

By Joe

Amazon Verified Purchase

Let me say up front that as far as slim cases go, this is the best I've seen, and I'm a very fussy gadget/case person. It arrived today and I am blown away. It is made of quality material, yet is totally form fitting and maintains the aesthetics of the phone. I was using an Otterbox Defender case which provides solid protection, but I couldn't take the bulk anymore and having my phone turned into a brick. Here's the deal:

PROS:

1. Made of quality polycarbonate material, not cheap plastic.

2. Fits my Verizon iphone 4 PERFECTLY. It looks amazing and sleek, to the point where it seems like there's no case on the phone.

3. Extremely stylish. The black color looks great and blends in beautifully.

4. Snaps on easily.

5. Has a nice soft feel and glides easily in and out of my pocket. I've had it on me all day and the claims that it does not collect lint are accurate.

CONS:

There's really only one: NOT MUCH PROTECTION.

KNOW WHAT YOU'RE BUYING: This is a minimalist case and will not offer much help against damage from drops. Do not get this case if protection is what you want. Using this case means you're willing to sacrifice solid protection for extreme style and sleekness. In my view, this case will prevent cursory scratches and dings to the back and sides of the phone, but will not help with drops (even minor ones). I respectfully disagree with others who claim this case will help with basic drops. If you drop the phone with this case, you're screwed unless it lands just the right way. Also, there's no screen protection. The sides are flush with the screen (the case doesn't protrude up in front like a bumper case). I am using mine without any plastic screen protector because the screen is SO nice as is. Those screen protectors look great at first, but then they start to peel or bubble and look awful. I am a good phone person and am willing to risk protection to enjoy the beauty of the screen as is, but the choice is yours.

Bottom line: This is one of the best slim cases on the market from what I've seen. Stylish, sleek, well made, and fits perfectly. Let me emphasize again that using this case means you're willing to risk solid phone protection, but enjoy the benefits of style and sleekness.