The iPhone 14 series has also been on sale for a while, and it is time to come up with this most comprehensive guide to purchasing mobile phone cases on the entire network. A total of 20 mobile phone cases with different materials, brands and prices are covered. The following wil

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iPhone 14 series has also been on sale for a while. It is time to come up with this most comprehensive mobile phone case purchase guide on the entire network.

covers a total of 20 mobile phone cases of different materials, brands and prices. The following will test and answer questions based on the questions that everyone is most concerned about.

️⃣ Shell material selection;

️⃣ Third-party MagSafe magnetic absorption affects charging power/charging animation;

️⃣ Disassembly difficulty, etc.

❇️ MagSafe Animation ❇️

With the enrichment of MagSafe magnetic ecology, more and more mobile phone cases have begun to add MagSafe.

MagSafe ecosystem is very practical in daily charging, travel, driving and other scenarios, and there are also many official and third-party accessories to choose from.

Although Apple also enables MFM (Made For MagSafe) certification, just like the previous MFI data cable certification, there are currently very few brands that have joined the certification.

charger terminal, you should try to choose Apple's original and son Belkin , because they all support MagSafe 15W. Most of the third-party ones are currently only 7.5W or Qi 5W.

The same is true for car brackets. If you care about charging animation and 15W power, you will be given priority to using official modifications or Belkin.

is recommended because it is very close to Apple, and its power and animation are the same as the original. Other Belkin wired chargers and data cables are not recommended.

mobile phone case end. If you are using Apple or third-party authentication, the current iOS strategy will only detect flux , and will not restrict whether the shell itself is authenticated.

As long as the system detection meets the standards, MagSafe 15W and charging animation can be triggered.

Currently, Apple is laissez-faire about MFM, which is used to cultivate user habits. Perhaps when the wired interface is cut off in the future, it will be the day to harvest the shell factory.

Take out the two UAG models, Switch Easy and Tech21 tests, which can trigger charging animations.

also has no problem supporting other Apple MagSafe accessories.

MagSafe external battery triggers animation normally.

MagSafe card package, triggers animation normally.

Conclusion:

Third-party regular brand shells can trigger MagSafe charging animations, and some unlicensed male model shells can also trigger.

❇️ MagSafe Power ❇️

Many people are more concerned about whether the MagSafe module built into a third-party mobile phone case affects the charging power.

Then let's do a test.

No case, iPhone 14 Pro Max bare metal, using Apple MagSafe charger.

Power: 18.862W, excluding wireless power supply loss, MagSafe 15W has no problem.

Apple's original silicone/transparent shell can both reach more than 19W.

After adding a shell, there is another layer of loss conversion, so the power will be relatively increased.

The third party is tested below.

UAG meteorite series, no problem above 19W.

incipio, Tech 21, Switch Easy, Pitaka can all reach about 19W.

Conclusion:

regular brand test can basically trigger MagSafe15W power, which is reflected in the charger end at about 19W.

❇️ MagSafe module embedding position ❇️

Currently, many of the reliable brands are introduced by N52 strong magnetic + coil, which is just the difference in placement form.

According to the shell structure, some are directly attached to the back shell, and some are also made in the shell interlayer.In terms of craftsmanship, of course, it is the best Apple's own.

But one thing to note is that some third-party patch MagSafe modules have the risk of degumming and falling. If you don’t name it, remember to go to the after-sales service if it falls off.

Apple original shell

Recommended index: ★★★☆

Recommended order: Transparent > Cortex > Silicone

At present, third parties have started to distribute goods, such as Pinduoduo's 10 billion subsidies or channels, and it is not recommended to purchase the original price.

difficulty of disassembly and assembly: Except for the slightest effort to be transparent, the leather and silicone are very easy.

transparent

Recommended index: ★★★★☆

Although it is just a plastic shell, Apple's craftsmanship and materials are still the best in the industry. Of course, the price is also the best.

TPU and PC dual materials are fused perfectly, and you can hardly find traces of clamping line . Except for the cooler winter, it is suitable for both spring, summer and autumn.

On the right is the shell I have used for a year, and it turns yellowing is actually quite slight. Compared with other transparent shells, anti-aging is considered to be the existence of the ceiling.

⛔️ Note ⛔️

The key is hard . This is also a shortcoming that has not been solved in previous dynasties, just get used to it.

quality control has declined in the past two years, and some shells have problems with fitting , and will make a squeaking sound.

not to prevent falling , the corners will be broken when landing.

leather shell

Recommended index: ★★★★

The skin and feel are excellent, and there is no one of the best leather shells on the market.

independent padded keys feel good, and the camera and all-inclusive bezels also have some protection.

⛔️ Note ⛔️

This is the skin shell I have left behind in the past two years. The physical characteristics of the dermis determine that it is very easy to leave traces.

ps: This year's orange is so bright, I prefer the previous flower and golden brown.

Light color marks are particularly obvious, basically the two peripheral borders are broken and the four corners of January turn black. Apple has not improved its craftsmanship in the past two or three years, so be careful if you mind.

Liquid silicone

Recommended index: ★★★☆

Although the liquid silicone shell has been ruined at present, there is still no one on the market that can be used, so Apple's original is still the best.

The opponent's sweat party is very unfriendly and is prone to sticking to hair and dust. The friction is strong, so it is not easy to take it out in your pocket.

Although this is my least favorite material, I still buy it every year, mainly because the color is so beautiful. The buttons are slightly harder than the leather case, but they are better than transparent ones.

⛔️ Note ⛔️

Although the skin shell is not durable, it will not affect the feel over time.

silicone is different. It will become sticky and degummed over time, making it uncomfortable to hold it and look at it.

And MagSafe will be very obvious after a long time.

Anti-fall shell

Every time an anti-fall shell is mentioned, there are always people who say that if you buy Apple Care+, you have to run naked, and if you break it, you will change it.

You can indeed do this when Apple's after-sales service was not broken a few years ago. But you can experience the current iPhone after-sales policy and see if you will get a new one. In addition to the time cost of returning to the factory for repair, the discount cost of second-hand after repair, and the cost of purchasing Care+ by yourself, it is better to buy a shell if you have the need to prevent falls.

Bar Note: I have been buying Care+ in the past, but I have not bought my phone in the past two years.

UAG

Recommendation index: ★★★★☆

One of the main reasons why I gave UAG this year's four and a half stars is that I added MagSafe.

Before, I said that MagSafe is naturally unfriendly to UAG structural shell. Now that it has been redesigned, the last shortcoming has been filled.

The way to insert MagSafe components, adventure and meteorite are embedded in the back panel, and the two noble models in the middle are built into the mezzanine. is not the type that is glued on in small factories, but is directly made into slots and embedded.

This year, four models, adventure, meteorite and noble series, let’s sort it out below. The three series of

are the main differences: anti-fall strength, frame structure, lining shape, etc., and all add the MagSafe module of N52 strong magnets.

magnetic adventure series

.2 meters drop protection

series relatively light and thin models, the back panel shape has also been redesigned, and the texture is better.

enhanced shock-absorbing honeycomb lining, and a MagSafe module with 38 N52 strong magnets was implanted. The four corners are strengthened with protection, the frame is 2mm higher than the screen, and the buttons are individually padded to feel good.

This is my favorite and most commonly used one. When traveling on business, outdoors or something, you must wear it for adventure.

I went to climb a mountain during the holidays and still wore an adventure.

magnetic meteorite series

.2 meters drop protection

meteorite is actually lighter than adventure, and the overall design is more business-oriented.

Overall, it is relatively low-key and not ostentatious, and olive green is also the new color scheme this year. The upper and lower orange positions are reinforced airbags, and the composite material is integrated with honeycomb structure and lining.

magnetic suction noble Kevlar

.4 meters drop protection

This is a series of UAG's highest-end, UAG's multi-protective mecha + DuPont Kevlar, with all the drop resistance and material levels.

TPU frame + PC backplate, metal torque screws, reinforced corner, frame 2mm higher than the screen, and anti-slip contour edge.

And UGA has DuPont certification, which many Kevlar accessories brands have not obtained.

noble leather

.4 meters drop protection

The same structure as noble Kevla, except that the material has become leather. If you look closely, the leather texture is very textured and the overall look is also pretty.

As for magnetism, I think adventure and meteorites are stronger than honor, after all, honor is embedded in the mezzanine.

But even the noble with slightly weak magnetism, I have never fallen on the 14 Pro Max car in the car. Last time I said that the magnetism was not enough, I suggest that I rule out the problem of my third-party MagSafe bracket first. I can use the original and Belkin.

Tech 21

Recommended index: -☆(negative points) ❌

Once upon a time, UAG, Tech 21, OtterBox are all well-known in the field of anti-fall shells.

But for various reasons, some luck, 21 and OtterBox are gradually declining.

But this time I still bought a 21, and then I found that this brand was not losing money at all.

Tech 21 also followed up with magnetic attraction, and the camera border was changed to white. When I bought it, I felt very awkward, at least it felt abrupt.

I used it for a long time and was about to come back and take some photos, and then I found that it turned out like this.

The white camera frame has not been treated with any anti-fouling treatment, and it has become like this after a long time of normal use...

There are two reasons for this. Either the designer has never used his own products at all, or 21 launched a brand new disposable mobile phone case worth 268 yuan.

asked the customer service and replied that I had polished the flowers myself, but the use environment was not suitable, so I dyed it and could not be after-sales service.

I looked at my question mark and drove out for a meal and walked around the street. Most of the time I spent in my pocket, which could be ground to this look. I thought about throwing it away, and don’t wait for the after-sales service.

customer service said again, we have also found this problem, and we will not enter again after selling this batch of goods~ I bought a disposable shell of 268, or a limited edition gold jewelry ring, the real value.

incipio

Recommended index: ★★★★

If you don’t like anti-fall shells with pattern textures, this incipio from the United States can also consider it.

Very distinctive double-layer detachable design, magnetically sucking on the back panel. The overall business style is very low-key.

MagSafe power is also no problem.

Coach Fashion leather shell

According to the convention, several Coach shells will be prepared in the past two years, which is quite affordable among fashion luxury products.

Recommended index: ★★★☆

The new REXY small dinosaur model released this year is quite fun, and the shell that focuses on fashion should be more lively.

The dinosaur pattern is very delicate and slightly raised.

The upper and lower edges are not sealed, and the keys are slotted and exposed, so you can directly use the original keys.

If you like Coach's classic presbyterians, you can also check out this one.

Light and thin MagSafe

Switch Easy

Recommended index: ★

Always want to buy a very light MagSafe hard shell. I searched for a long time and bought this, and then I was cheated again.

At first glance, matte white + MagSafe, and looks great with white iPhone 14 Pro Max.

The key is normal, after all, ultra-thin shells cannot be padded.

But this mold opening is too big and the fit is very poor. It will fall off after a little bit of slapping, especially the upper part...

Trendy shell

This category is actually a big market.

represents the brand I think is CASETiFY and Pandaer, but CASETiFY's family cannot follow up on MagSafe, so many people will turn to Pandaer.

Pandaer

Recommended index: ★★★★

Meizu independent brand, design is naturally a strong point. In the past two years, the sales volume has been good.

This year's 14 series has changed some design styles and added four glossy designs.

The back case of the shiny model is also bright, which is the biggest difference from last year's 13 series. It still supports MagSafe.

Pandaer's current patterns use the IML process, that is, in-mold injection molding. The picture will be better anti-aging, and the colors and textures can be maintained for a long time. The pure transparency before

is easily turned yellow, and now the frame and back shell are also replaced for matte TPU.

has upgraded independent buttons, and the feeling of feedback is very good. Modular design, and can be replaced freely.

Please a picture for each model below.

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✅ Summary ✅

Mobile phone case can be roughly divided into the above categories, structure anti-fall shell, leather/silicon/TPU, ultra-thin PP hard shell.

In addition to anti-fall shells, leather and silicone, plastic hard shells, soft shells or soft-frame hard back shells are difficult to sell at a premium, so Pandaer has taken the independent design route.

You see many people who are using XX brand, many of them are public model solutions. Of course, some brands will make customization requirements to factories, but that is only a few, and the overall situation will not change qualitatively.

So I think if your budget is OK, you will never be wrong with choosing among big brands.

As the mobile phone you need to touch every day, the shell budget is higher. Don’t always choose between a few dollars or dozens of dollars, your sense of happiness will be much higher. Moreover, the rich choice of iPhone accessories is an advantage, so why not try it?

There are many shell brands. This article is just to share my experience and suggestions. If you have any questions or other recommendations, you can communicate in the comment area.

Personally, it's basically like this:

Apple Transparent, leather and silicone have their own good

Anti-fall UAG, incipio, OtterBox

Trendy shell Pandaer and CASETiFY

Fashion brand selection Coach

Extremely thin PowerSupport

Lightweight carbon fiber Pitaka and Evutec

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