Pinlo Slice 3 Case for the iPhone 4 [Thinnest Case Ever!]

[aznboiat510]

It is a POS. DO NOT BUY IT. Lasted 2 days until I dropped it from barely a feet onto hardwood floor. The case cracked at the different corners. Wasted my $25 on this shit.

[Wonvader]

@WAKEUPshift111 how about acase superleggera pro case? I have it and it is decent thin

[MrFirehOtz]

Just bought white one for my phone :D Thanks to this review so if its a bad case im coming for you! (4s version)

[JesseBradshaw2]

Do a drop test. I dare you.

[JesseBradshaw2]

Do a drop test. I dare you.

[WAKEUPshift111]

i really want a thin case but i need table protection... i have no idea what case to get.

[s2ry0fdyr]

why pink?



[meevybaby]

I would love this thin case! BUT $26? You'd think it would be cheaper than other case cause it's thin! I think it's that price because of the package! It's so thick! lol

[MyNameIsYoursAnd]

Sorry but if you are aware off what's going on you want drop it but if you get carless you might drop it

[MyNameIsYoursAnd]

If you sr

[SunchipTwelve]

Just ordered it. Coming in soon. Can't wait!

[umtempodepois]

Just never, never dropo your iphone 4.

[MrRiceinator]

i guess it's thin then?

[BroskiGames]

1 person hates pink.

[21dbartlett]

Will this work on the white iphone 4s. Picking up my phone about next week and really love the case. Want to get one in red myself. But besides pinlo. Is there any in-store pinlo slice 3 case available?

[teesigh]

have you tried it for the 4S?

[optimusp517]

The case is pretty cool! My mom bought one from Hong Kong and brought them to the US, only cost $6.41/each. I'm going to try and get my folks to get some more for the new iphone 4s.

[theprincewang]

will that fit iPhone 4 white???

[sueannepiano]

thanks for these reviews! do you have any for the iphone 4s?

[LizardBonerKING]

if i put a thin wood veneer skin on the back would the pinlo still fit?

[LizardBonerKING]

why pink?..

[JoeBreeVideos]

Thanks for the review!

[TekBeatTV]

@JoeBreeVideos No problem, glad I could help!

[LGQ89]

pinlo slice 3 is like lingerie, you pay more for less :P

[TekBeatTV]

@LGQ89 ROFL :)

[culturphile]

@TekBeatTV

XD hehehe!

I just ordered this, as a designer I am worried about the fact that it has no raised edge on the front for coverage, but as the reviewer said it's not designed for absorbing the impact of a fall... but nonetheless wish the .035mm material wrapped around to the front just a bit. That having been said we'll see how I feel when I get it in a week or so.

[MRB34R1]

@OrrzieProductions cool your lucky u get to have an iphone as a a 1st phone. mine was a motorola razor lol

[MRB34R1]

@OrrzieProduction your first?

[TekBeatTV]

@OrrzieProductions If you like thin and slick the Pinlo Slice 3 will work! :) You can buy it from Pinlo's website (pinlo dot com). Hope this helps!

[busankid]

...quickly aging technology please go and purchase a nice thick and heavy case for yourselves. This way when you finally save up enough money to buy an iPhone 5 which is right around the corner, you will have perfectly preserved piece hardware to sell on eBay. People need to really start enjoying their electronics, not just protecting it for doomsday with thick "heavy" protection cases leaving your phone looking nothing like the clean beautifully designed device it was originally designed 2b.

[busankid]

Just bought this case for the Verizon white iPhone 4 and I love it. I was looking for thin and the Pinlo case is just about as good as it gets. No it does not have drop protection, I can't do construction, build a house, throw it fifty yards in a game of iPhone football, but that is THE POINT! Some iPhone 4 owners want a minimalistic case. Thin clean lines, made by a company whose design aesthetic mirrors that of Apple. For all of you owners who want a giant piece of rubber protecting your...

[TekBeatTV]

@busankid Nice, congrats on the purchase and glad you are happy with it! :).

[iTechnoWiz]

$25.95 for a "wafer thin" piece of plastic??

Wake up.

[TekBeatTV]

@iTechnoWiz Sorry you feel that way, I actually do like the case (one of my favorites) because it is so thin. Pricing is not really an issue as there are a ton of other shields/cases out there that are pricier and offer very similar protection. Thanks for the comment anyways!

[iTechnoWiz]

@TekBeatTV it's not that. Its the fact that it probably cost them $0.02 to make it.

[TekBeatTV]

@iTechnoWiz haha I know what you mean, but most case companies make a pretty good margin on their products.

[xxpapixx100]

where can i buy it!!!!

[TekBeatTV]

@xxpapixx100 You can pick it up from pinlo's website. Hope this helps!

[MvpNyc]

sucks

[TekBeatTV]

@MvpNyc I actually like this case a lot! :) Sorry you do not :(.

[cludRobot]

Oh and for what exact reason do you like the Pinlo Slice 3 better than the InCase Snap?

[TekBeatTV]

@cludRobot Honestly the main reason is because it is thinner and has a smaller profile. Hope this helps!

[schmamaenjus]

i ordered this case and i LOVE it! its sooo slim! unbelievable! and it fits absolutely perfect!

[TekBeatTV]

@schmamaenjus haha nice, glad you enjoy the case! :)

[cludRobot]

Will the Zagg Invisible Shield work on the Pinlo Slice 3? How about the Incase Snap?

[TekBeatTV]

@cludRobot The front screenshield should work for both, however if you have a full body it will not. Hope this helps!

[cludRobot]

What do you like better, this or the iPhone Snap Case Clear?

[TekBeatTV]

@cludRobot I personally like the Slice 3 more, hope this helps!

[javichunga]

does the slice 3 fit the verizon iphone?

[TekBeatTV]

@javichunga Sorry it does not but Pinlo is making one to fit the Verizon iPhone 4, stay tuned to them!

[SadClownBadSpring]

does the slice 3 fit the new iphone 4 from verizon?

[TekBeatTV]

@SadClownBadSpring Sorry but this particular version does not, but Pinlo will be making one in the future! :)

[timothyln12]

thats pretty incredible. i might by one...

[TekBeatTV]

@timothyln12 Nice! :) Yea it is really thin haha.

[Jk981206]

*Scenario*

Girl is hanging out with friends who all have iPhone 4's (and she just got one.

Girl 1: Omigosh I love my new iPhone 4! Nut it's made out of glass, so I'll definitely need a case.

Guy 1: How about this Otterbox? Protects it from drops and falls!

Girl 2: Uh, way to bulky you need this case. *Shows slice*

Girl 1 thinks, and gets a slice.

They head out of the store and people push them, having all of their phones drop to the first floor.

Who needed a new case and who needed a new phone?

[TekBeatTV]

@Jk981206 Totally understand where you are coming from but someone people just like having a thin case to protect from scratches and not so much falls. Thanks for the comment by the way!

[Jk981206]

@TekBeatTV You're welcome, I enjoyed seeing this case though. Maybe it has it's purposes as an antennagate deterrent with scratch protection...

[TekBeatTV]

@Jk981206 Cool, yea mainly this case is for scratch protection and preventing the dreaded "death grip." Do not expect this case to save your phone though if you dropped it ;).

[Jk981206]

A case thinner than mechanical pencil graphite isn't a case at all.

[TekBeatTV]

@Jk981206 Sure it is :).

[Jk981206]

@TekBeatTV Yeah, but not a reliable one.

[idropbombs9999]

Will these fit the verizon iphone?

[TekBeatTV]

@idropbombs9999 Not the current version, they are making a Verizon version soon :). Hope this helps!

[MrDavidBynum]

Do you know of any cases that are very small like the slice.. But offer a small lip against screen protection?

[TekBeatTV]

@MrDavidBynum That is really hard no case that I know of is that thin and provides a lip, your best bet might be the Incase Snap Case. Hope this helps!

[dave3030]

too bad this case is useless when you drop your phone face first

[TekBeatTV]

@dave3030 Yea this case is meant to be a scratch protector not so much shock protection :).

[PhysicalDarkness]

who gives about the packaging lmao

[TekBeatTV]

@PhysicalDarkness Surprisingly some do :).

[LeroyTheGreat38]

@TekBeatTV-It helps a lot. I was leaning towards the Pinlo Slice as well. I emailed them about a VZW compatible Slice 3 and they said it should be out at the beginning of Feb. So hopefully they release it in time for the Verizon iPhone. Just out of curiosity, what's your second pick out of the Incipio Feather and Incase Snap Case?

[TekBeatTV]

@LeroyTheGreat38 Sweet deal with the Verizon iPhone compatibility and Pinlo. Hmmm with regards to my second choice, that is really tough but I would say the Incase Snap Case. Hope this helps!

[LeroyTheGreat38]

If you were to compare this case with the Incipio Feather and the Incase Snap Case, which you recommend and why?

[TekBeatTV]

@LeroyTheGreat38 I tend to lean towards really super thin cases so my favorite right now is the Pinlo Slice 3. Hope this helps!

[BSmallz22]

great review! these types of cases have really grown on me - they're my favorite now!

[TekBeatTV]

@BSmallz22 Nice! :)

[arethaangcao]

Thank you! Looking forward to your review of it. :)

[TekBeatTV]

@arethaangcao haha already reviewed ;).

[arethaangcao]

Great review! Hope you can also do a review of the Griffin's new bumper, the Backless Reveal Frame. Thanks! :)

[TekBeatTV]

@arethaangcao Hmm let me take a look into that, stay tuned, thanks for the suggestion! :)

[ricanlos88]

@TekBeatTV Do you think this case will be ok with the Zagg IS on the front & back? I plan on letting the IS totally settle for a couple of days before actually putting the case on, do you think that is ok to do? I am just scared the case will scratch the back of my phone without the IS on the back, otherwise I would just use it on the front.

[TekBeatTV]

@ricanlos88 This case will allow for a front zagg but as for the back and sides, it will not as it will cause fit issues. I would not worry about the case scratching your phone, you should be fine there. I would advise just getting a front screenshield. Hope this helps!

[TheVclb]

what is your favorite screen shield?

[TekBeatTV]

@TheVclb Personally my favorite is the SGP Ultra Crystal Clear or the id America ones (clear). Hope this helps!

[tortillachips7]

Is pinlo.com a serious company? And is it reliable?

[TekBeatTV]

@tortillachips7 Had a coworker of mine order from them without any troubles, so I think you should be fine :). Hope this helps!

[FindingLisa]

heyy... where did you get this case? i really want it but i can't find it anywhere! thanks.

[TekBeatTV]

@FindingLisa Check your youtube messages, I sent you the link as I cannot put links in the comments here :).

[mrbenstewart]

@TekBeatTV Any chance you can send me this link as well? Thanks!!!

[TekBeatTV]

@mrbenstewart Will do, check your Youtube Messages :). Hope this helps!

[fabioadias]

I love thin cases as well. I used to LOVE the Switcheasy nude for the iPhone 3G/3GS. I got a Nude for my iPhone 4 but didn't like it so much... due to the fact that the iPhone 4 has a flat back the case scratches A LOT. I don't usually mind scratches on a case, but since the Nude is "glossy", it looks horrible after a while, plus I once let my Nude fall on my table, from a about half a foot of height and it cracked, really easily.

[fabioadias]

@fabioadias Currently using a Vulcan, but I might give my Nude another try. Or I might get one of these Pinlo ones. Looks cool. Thanks a lot for the review :)

[fabioadias]

@fabioadias And btw, since this is SOOOO thin, I think this would probably break VERY VERY easily. I don't think it's supposed to resist falls, but it looks like it might brake just by handling the case.

[TekBeatTV]

@fabioadias Hey, honestly after using the Slice 3 I have to say that it is more durable than it looks :). It will not snap or break just by handling no worries there ;). Vulcan is also a good one to use, but the NUDE on the other hand I was not a huge fan of due to the scratches and quality. Hope this helps and thanks for the support, I really do appreciate it :).

[fabioadias]

@TekBeatTV I absolutely understand what you mean about the Nude. And this Pinlo case actually looks a lot more durable and resistant than the Nude! The fact that it's more flexible makes a whole lot of difference. Sometimes when I remove my Nude I feel like I might crack it, which doesn't seem to be a problem with this one. Keep up the awesome work, Will. I'm already subscribed and will be checking out the following videos for sure. Just so you know, I'm a viewer all the way from Brazil. Cheers!

[TekBeatTV]

@fabioadias Haha awesome, really appreciate the support man, viewers/comments like yours really keep me going :). Hello from the US! :)

[JeffreyAu2]

Invisible Shield is the way to go if u wanna not have a case

[TekBeatTV]

@JeffreyAu2 I know where you are coming from but some people do not like having to use the shield especially for the sides as they usually do not align perfectly (covering all the chrome). Thanks for the comment!

[TheCastaway15]

ahah yay u review it :D

[TekBeatTV]

@TheCastaway15 haha yeap! :) I listen to you guys! Hope this helps! :)

[cludRobot]

I have a question, are you one guy doing all of these videos, or are you kind of like a company?

[TekBeatTV]

@cludRobot It's me doing all the videos but I am also a company that I started TekBeat TV (technology news and reviews). Hope that clears things up! :)

[thetechman123]

@TekBeatTV does this case help the antenna problem cuz im lookin for a thin case that'll help wit tht

[TekBeatTV]

@thetechman123 Yea, it does help with the reception problem :). Hope this helps!

[adamsbil1]

Nice video! Was wondering if you could help me I'm looking for a good quality front and back screen protectors for the iPhone 4 currently using sgp crystal clear really happy with that but don't think they sell back pieces. Looking for something that's dry apply and keeps the clarity of the iPhone 4's screen. Secondly a case which dosent add much bulk which protects the whole of the iphone and leaves no gaps would like a slim case as possible. Hope you can give me some ideas. Keep the great vid

[TekBeatTV]

@adamsbil1 Thanks for the kind words! :) SGP does actually have products that cover the back as well. Take a look at there EX series of protectors they are full body but you can just use the back and front. As for a slim case, try taking a look at the Incase Snap Case, Incipio Feather, and the Pinlo Slice 3. If you want something a bit thicker, let me know and I can provide additional suggestions :).

[TheMightyMuMbY]

great review will, thanks for my case by the way. these case looks nice i love thin cases haha not liking the pink lol

[TekBeatTV]

@TheMightyMuMbY No problem, glad you got it safely :). Thanks for the kind words as well. Yea Pink is not one of my favorite colors ;), would have preferred silver or black :).

[simmattdeffa]

Hi Will, great review like always man! I like this kind of minimalistic cases, and so I normally use an Incase Snap Case and I'm very satisfied by my case. But I admit this Pinlo case is ok!

[TekBeatTV]

@simmattdeffa Thanks, really appreciate the support! Yea I still love my Incase Snap Case, but this one is up there now (even first) for my favorite because it just is SO THIN lol. Maybe not Pink so much though haha ;).

[iPhone44iphone4]

oh wow that case is really thin even thinner than the supper leggera case wwoow

fantastic video:)

[TekBeatTV]

@iPhone44iphone4 Thanks! Yea it really is super thin ;).

[LocuraBoy2010]

i'll put my iphone on the clear packing box rather than on that pink crap lol!

[TekBeatTV]

@LocuraBoy2010 Haha, if I had personally chosen, I would have take a black one ;). I'm not so much a Pink Case man haha.

[Saiko507]

WOW!!! and i though the Japanese "Air Jacket" was among the thinnest iPhone 4 cases... got to try it... 

[TekBeatTV]

@Saiko507 haha do it! Just maybe pick a different color ;).

[damac78]

Nice case! Still rockin and loving my SCG ultra slim case though. SCG is def. my new favorite brand - thx to your review! :)

[TekBeatTV]

@damac78 Yea it is a nice case, thanks for the kind words and glad I could help! :)

[pjsparty2]

they should make condoms

[TekBeatTV]

@pjsparty2 LOL

[MacintoshUser1986]

Very nice case but even better packaging! It looks very eco-friendly which I like.

My only problem with the case though is the space on the top between the edge and the cut outs looks very thin. So thin that they could probably crack over time or just if you knocked your phone into something. What do you think?

Excellent review as always though! 

[TekBeatTV]

@MacintoshUser1986 Yea the case was one of the easiest packages I have opened. Just slip off the white band and the case opens up easy :). I honestly have taken it off and on a few times and it does not give me the feeling that it will break easily. Of course if you do it like 100 times I cannot guarantee that ;) haha. With regards to it cracking if you bump into stuff, I do not believe so the case is almost like a tough second skin ;). Thanks for the kind words and continued support! :)

[reebsotr]

Are the volume buttons easy to press?

[TekBeatTV]

@reebsotr Yea, very easy to press :).  Hope this helps!

[txmoney]

I don't understand some case designs. If people cant stand any kind of bulk to their phone but want scratch protection, why not just use good quality screen shields? They provide all the scratch protection you would want and allow for the beauty of the phones design to shine. There are excellent dry application screen shields that are super easy to apply.This case offers zero shock/drop protection and has NO lay-on-the-table protection plus it obscures the design of the phone. Why bother?

[TekBeatTV]

@txmoney Honestly my personal reason for thin and light cases is for added grip and side scratch protection (the chrome rim). Even with the nice full body shields, the sides are hard to get completely aligned so that none of the chrome is exposed. That is why my favorite cases are thin and light and have that matte finish :). With regards to the lay on the table design and drop protection, it really just depends on the user ;). Totally understand your points though :).

[HIbleda]

If I didn't drop my things as much as I do now... I'd buy it. But taking into consideration that I'm careless, I don't dare >.> lol

[TekBeatTV]

@HIbleda haha yea this case is only for some ;).

[kmx14]

Where's the link? How much does it cost?

[TekBeatTV]

@kmx14 Link to their site is in the description area of the video. It is 25.95. Hope this helps and let me know if you have any other questions.

[fireymatt2]

Just taking a stab :P It's got no shock protection at all right? just mainly scratch?

[TekBeatTV]

@fireymatt2 Haha, yea pretty much zero shock protection, mainly scratch protection. :) Thanks for the comment ;).

[eversince93]

...you took ur ipod back because it had scratchs?

[TekBeatTV]

@eversince93 Yea I experienced issues with my first iPhone 4 with scratching on the back right (right out of the box), the second time it was due to a screen issue but I had started to notice hairline scratches on the back (they replaced my phone because of the screen issue not the scratches). Hope this helps! :)

[XBGamingProductions]

looks like a nice case. I might get one. Just one concern though. Since its so thin, do you think there any risk or it cracking? Maybe around the standby button if you take it off a lot?

[TekBeatTV]

@XBGamingProductions Nice! Yea I have taken it off a few times and no issues at all. It may feel thin but actually it is fairly sturdy feeling. :). Let me know if you have any other questions :).

[legoman6000]

aww. Thought i woulda had first.. Lol (jeeze, what has become of youtube!) Anyways, great vid as always! Keep it up!

[TekBeatTV]

@legoman6000 haha thanks man and you were so close! :). Appreciate the continued support and kind words! :)

[jman7843]

3rd to view this vid and you were right i think this case will be a good christmas gift for my dad thanks for the advice XD

[TekBeatTV]

@jman7843 No problem, glad I could help! :) Hope your dad has a great thanksgiving and happy xmas! :) Let me know what he thinks about the case when you surprise him :).

[techdude6693]

wow, that's thin.. crazy stuff.

[TekBeatTV]

@techdude6693 Yea it was surprisingly thin, loving it ;).

[MobApple]

1st :D

[TekBeatTV]

@MobApple Nice! Congratz! :)