Comments on: OtterBox Impact Case for BlackBerry Bold http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/ Online gadgets reviews, ratings and recommendations Tue, 21 Dec 2010 09:05:12 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 By: Gregg Graubins http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/comment-page-1/#comment-1081 Gregg Graubins Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:42:30 +0000 http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/#comment-1081 Ehhh, it's an OK case<br>Rating:3 out of 5 stars<br>I just bought a BB Bold and bought this case to keep it in like-new condition. Having just switched from a Palm Treo and having a few cases for it (primarily a case to holster it on my belt), it's a little bit of a change. The case doesn't protect the front of the phone, so if you're wanting to use it and put it in your front pants pocket, I really wouldn't suggest putting anything else in the same pocket (e.g. keys, pen, or anything that would ruin it). Also, being that it's rubber, it's often hard[er] to take out of your pocket. I'm going to switch back to a belt holster case... Ehhh, it’s an OK case
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I just bought a BB Bold and bought this case to keep it in like-new condition. Having just switched from a Palm Treo and having a few cases for it (primarily a case to holster it on my belt), it’s a little bit of a change. The case doesn’t protect the front of the phone, so if you’re wanting to use it and put it in your front pants pocket, I really wouldn’t suggest putting anything else in the same pocket (e.g. keys, pen, or anything that would ruin it). Also, being that it’s rubber, it’s often hard[er] to take out of your pocket. I’m going to switch back to a belt holster case…

]]> By: Tyler R. Clark http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/comment-page-1/#comment-1075 Tyler R. Clark Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:39:24 +0000 http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/#comment-1075 Not a bad case for the Bold<br>Rating:4 out of 5 stars<br>Based on the reviews on this case and other cases for the Bold, I decided to buy the Otterbox Case. <br /> <br />Pros: Pretty good case, seems to have adequate protection for corners/back/top/bottom. The rubbery texture (a premium silicon if you will) provides a fantastic grip. Inexpensive <br /> <br />Cons: The case is ~1 mm thick at the top, and that is enough to make the LED Indicator hard to see when the device is laying on a table in front of you. The sides of the case are rather flimsy. <br /> <br />Other thoughts: The rubbery case does make the device a little more difficult to slide in and out of your pocket. The case does ship with a screen protector. I would prefer to not have the Ottobox logo on the back, but I suppose I can live with it. The LED Indicator hole doesn't line up exactly with the LED, I'm not sure if that is something that will stretch out a little over time. I DID NOT have the issue with the device being constantly dim because of the case. According to friends, sound quality has not changed by the use of the case. <br /> <br />I would recommend this case if you're looking for something inexpensive and protective. If you have the funds to spend and are looking for more protection, I would look for a hard case. Not a bad case for the Bold
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Based on the reviews on this case and other cases for the Bold, I decided to buy the Otterbox Case.

Pros: Pretty good case, seems to have adequate protection for corners/back/top/bottom. The rubbery texture (a premium silicon if you will) provides a fantastic grip. Inexpensive

Cons: The case is ~1 mm thick at the top, and that is enough to make the LED Indicator hard to see when the device is laying on a table in front of you. The sides of the case are rather flimsy.

Other thoughts: The rubbery case does make the device a little more difficult to slide in and out of your pocket. The case does ship with a screen protector. I would prefer to not have the Ottobox logo on the back, but I suppose I can live with it. The LED Indicator hole doesn’t line up exactly with the LED, I’m not sure if that is something that will stretch out a little over time. I DID NOT have the issue with the device being constantly dim because of the case. According to friends, sound quality has not changed by the use of the case.

I would recommend this case if you’re looking for something inexpensive and protective. If you have the funds to spend and are looking for more protection, I would look for a hard case.

]]> By: Iggy http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/comment-page-1/#comment-1084 Iggy Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:02:00 +0000 http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/#comment-1084 OtterBox Rocks<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>I bought this case for my wife's new BlackBerry Bold. She loves the fit & feel of the case. It actually makes the phone easier to use, and affords good protection for the phone. She doesn't need the full "armor" of the OtterBox Defender, that I use for my iPhone. The OtterBox folks know their stuff when it comes to cases, you just can't go wrong. OtterBox Rocks
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this case for my wife’s new BlackBerry Bold. She loves the fit & feel of the case. It actually makes the phone easier to use, and affords good protection for the phone. She doesn’t need the full “armor” of the OtterBox Defender, that I use for my iPhone. The OtterBox folks know their stuff when it comes to cases, you just can’t go wrong.

]]> By: Guy Lunardi http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/comment-page-1/#comment-1085 Guy Lunardi Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:06:45 +0000 http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/#comment-1085 Great case for the RIM Blackberry Bold<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>Had a chance to meet the OtterBox people at CES but even before that I felt their case was the best one I had tried on for my Bold. <br /> <br />I had acquired 3 or 4 at once knowing that I would be able to give those I would not use away to friends getting Bold phones as well. <br /> <br />Well it turns out I ended up giving away the case I liked the most first: this OtterBox impact case. The CEO of one of the largest Telco companies in South America now sports my OtterBox impact case on his Blackberry. Should be a pretty good testimony for the product. <br /> <br />It's lightweight yet provides a good level of protection and great grip. <br /> Great case for the RIM Blackberry Bold
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Had a chance to meet the OtterBox people at CES but even before that I felt their case was the best one I had tried on for my Bold.

I had acquired 3 or 4 at once knowing that I would be able to give those I would not use away to friends getting Bold phones as well.

Well it turns out I ended up giving away the case I liked the most first: this OtterBox impact case. The CEO of one of the largest Telco companies in South America now sports my OtterBox impact case on his Blackberry. Should be a pretty good testimony for the product.

It’s lightweight yet provides a good level of protection and great grip.

]]> By: D. Emerson http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/comment-page-1/#comment-1080 D. Emerson Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:47:54 +0000 http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/#comment-1080 Great protection, could fit more snugly<br>Rating:4 out of 5 stars<br>Otterbox has an excellent reputation for some really great phone cases, and having that knowledge, I decided to get one for my Bold. Not a bad choice, and so far the best rubber/silicon cover that I've come across. <br /> <br />The case feels great when on the phone, doesn't add any girth or awkward feeling to the phone overall. The texture is also great, and it feels very durable. It's easy enough to install, as well. The only complaint that I have is that the case feels slightly small, like it's stretched a bit too much over the phone; the top doesn't quite fit over the sensor light or the speaker, and the sides don't fit snugly, leaving a metal gap, and letting the rubber button covers slide away from the buttons beneath, meaning that they occasionally miss the volume rocker or side keys when pressed. <br /> <br />Overall, though, it's a great case. I would recommend it highly. Great protection, could fit more snugly
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Otterbox has an excellent reputation for some really great phone cases, and having that knowledge, I decided to get one for my Bold. Not a bad choice, and so far the best rubber/silicon cover that I’ve come across.

The case feels great when on the phone, doesn’t add any girth or awkward feeling to the phone overall. The texture is also great, and it feels very durable. It’s easy enough to install, as well. The only complaint that I have is that the case feels slightly small, like it’s stretched a bit too much over the phone; the top doesn’t quite fit over the sensor light or the speaker, and the sides don’t fit snugly, leaving a metal gap, and letting the rubber button covers slide away from the buttons beneath, meaning that they occasionally miss the volume rocker or side keys when pressed.

Overall, though, it’s a great case. I would recommend it highly.

]]> By: Jesse Myers http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/comment-page-1/#comment-1082 Jesse Myers Wed, 14 Oct 2009 19:37:45 +0000 http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/#comment-1082 Good feel but had a problem<br>Rating:3 out of 5 stars<br>The phone felt good in my hand with the case on. The problem that I had was that the hole for the light sensor/indicator light did not match up correctly. It always covered almost have of the sensor which made my phone think it was dark and automatically dimmed the screen. I could not hardly read my screen under any kind of light unless i turned off the auto dim feature on the phone. Good feel but had a problem
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
The phone felt good in my hand with the case on. The problem that I had was that the hole for the light sensor/indicator light did not match up correctly. It always covered almost have of the sensor which made my phone think it was dark and automatically dimmed the screen. I could not hardly read my screen under any kind of light unless i turned off the auto dim feature on the phone.

]]> By: Daniel Crowley http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/comment-page-1/#comment-1083 Daniel Crowley Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:50:10 +0000 http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/#comment-1083 Best case ever1<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>This is by far the best case I have ever had on a phone.It's the perfect fit for the phone.It has an awesome grip,feels comfy and doesnt get in the way of any features on the phone.Most cases slide around or cover up some buttons,not this one.Definitley buy this case if your looking for one Best case ever1
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is by far the best case I have ever had on a phone.It’s the perfect fit for the phone.It has an awesome grip,feels comfy and doesnt get in the way of any features on the phone.Most cases slide around or cover up some buttons,not this one.Definitley buy this case if your looking for one

]]> By: Elle http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/comment-page-1/#comment-1074 Elle Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:21:06 +0000 http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/#comment-1074 I love it!<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>My Blackberry Bold is thanking me everyday for this lol. I love the feel of it and it is definitely serving its purpose. It has not lined up perfectly with the indicator light but I'm not making that a problem. The case also came with a screen protector that I immediately used. This is a must-buy. I love it!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
My Blackberry Bold is thanking me everyday for this lol. I love the feel of it and it is definitely serving its purpose. It has not lined up perfectly with the indicator light but I’m not making that a problem. The case also came with a screen protector that I immediately used. This is a must-buy.

]]> By: Steph http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/comment-page-1/#comment-1077 Steph Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:14:19 +0000 http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/#comment-1077 Not what I expected<br>Rating:2 out of 5 stars<br>I received the item very quickly. However, this case was flimsy and stretched out that it didn't fit my bb bold properly. The material felt cheap and the both sides does not cling to my phone securely. I am very disappointed with this product. I wish I can return it but it's just not worth the fuss paying for shipping to return $10 item. Ugh!! Not what I expected
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
I received the item very quickly. However, this case was flimsy and stretched out that it didn’t fit my bb bold properly. The material felt cheap and the both sides does not cling to my phone securely. I am very disappointed with this product. I wish I can return it but it’s just not worth the fuss paying for shipping to return $10 item. Ugh!!

]]> By: E. Davis http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/comment-page-1/#comment-1079 E. Davis Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:13:50 +0000 http://onlineroundhouse.com/536/otterbox-impact-case-for-blackberry-bold/#comment-1079 Worth it<br>Rating:5 out of 5 stars<br>This case does exactly what I expected it to do. I have dropped my Bold several times on hard surfaces...not a scratch or dent anywhere. I like the freedom of placing the phone in my pocket...a holster is useless for me since I work outdoors (landscape designer) and the holster was getting hung on everything. Worth it
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This case does exactly what I expected it to do. I have dropped my Bold several times on hard surfaces…not a scratch or dent anywhere. I like the freedom of placing the phone in my pocket…a holster is useless for me since I work outdoors (landscape designer) and the holster was getting hung on everything.

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