Sena Laterale Case for the iPhone 4

Reviews for Sena Laterale Case for the iPhone 4

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    My third Sena case

    • Written by from Phelps

    I had two previous Sena cases, but vertical styles. I liked them and had them for for quite some time. On each of them the belt clip finally broke off the case even though they didn't appear to be "well used".

    So I decided to go with Sena again. However this case isn't a good one. It is hard to get the phone out of the case and the clip is so loose the phone falls off my belt all the time. NOT GOOD... I tried including my pants into the clip with my belt in an attempt secure it better. Still falls off. So needless to say I am looking for a new case.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    I'm buying another

    • Written by from Richmond

    I purchased this case when I purchased my IPhone 19 months ago. It's the only case I have ever had for this phone. I love the case. The phone is in and out of the case many times during the day. One review stated she had scratched her phone with the snap on the phone. I have never had a scratch on my phone. Moreover, some guy made a comment that the case fit tighter than the case on his belt fit. Again I wear this case attached to the waist band of my pants day in and day out. I wear scrubs at work made of very light weight fabric and I have never had the clip slip off my waist band. The case is compact, functional and well worth my money. I just lost this case much to my dismay and am about to purchase another.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Terrible

    • Written by from Georgetown

    I had to jam my phone into the pouch (with super thin case) and it got stuck. Why not have a magnet seal the flap instead of a cumbersome button?

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Good Case...BUT

    • Written by from Mississauga

    At first, this case was almost perfect! Yes, like others had suggested, a little too tight. I found that diminished over time and was just right.

    The only issue...and its a big one...is with the closure of this lateral. The felt on the inside of the case will wear off around the female part of the button causing the metal edge to blemish your screen protector over time...so this case while I like the look and functionality, the button closure HAS TO GO! It costs you money!

    So, if you are the type of person that anticipate using the case a lot (in and out, in and out...) then I'd steer clear of this one.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Elegant Case / Very functional

    • Written by from EL DORADO HILLS

    Great balance of luxury and functionality. Looks great and durable. Good leather quality.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Great Design - with easy access

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    I really like the look and feel of this case. Simple and stylish. Keeps your phone in hands reach with easy access.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    I really like this case.

    • Written by from Rochester Hills

    Phone was very snug at first, but soon fit perfectly. It is easy to get the phone out and put it away. The case is smart and slim. You can carry it or clip it. Clip works great.

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Good case

    • Written by from Baltimore

    I wanted a case for dressier occasions. This is a handsome case, with a nice feel, and works well when you need a suit and tie, but also a belt-clipped phone. Does what it was designed to do. Pros: Good, professional look; well-constructed, protective snug fit. Cons: The snap closure - need to align the snap assembly (would prefer velcro).

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Metal clasp ... will result in lots of returns

    • Written by from MINT HILL

    Got this one with my new iPhone 4s. The metal tap closure would not work ... misaligned and disfigured. Sent it back ASAP. That clasp device will NOT work for long IF it is working when you get it. LOTS OF RETURNS ... I expect. AND for what its worth, cases for the older iPhones WORK for the new one.
    AVOID THIS CASE.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Bad case

    • Written by from San Diego

    For that price should have been a better product! First time used it, thought looked and worked great and then by the end of the day the belt clip came off and it appears it was just slid into the opening and did not stay in there with glue or something. Thank God did not break my phone too! If you charge $40 for a simple product like this better make it good.

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    So So

    • Written by from North Port

    I like this style of case and this one is fair. Does come off your belt from time to time. Also after a year or so the inside lining falls apart and you need to replace. Also the leather around the belt clip usually fails around the same timeframe.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    perfect slim fit !!

    • Written by from Los angeles

    i personally like holsters because i can reach my iphone easily. but i hated other bulky holsters. this case is not only slim but also stays close to my body. leather feels and smells nice. i definitely recommend this product !!

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Epic fail

    • Written by from Burnaby

    I got this from the Apple Store and initially found it very good. I figured a way to get my iPhone4 in and out without scratching it and was very happy with it even though the pricing was on the high side.

    Within two months I realize the metal 'button' on the flip was getting loose. The 'female' side of the button on the casing was fine. It was the 'male' side of the button that was about to come off. Since this is not a magnetic one and every time I need to get my phone I have to 'pop' the button (20 times a day?) once in the end the whole button came off. I tired many times to glue the surroundings so it will stay at it place but unfortunately nothing worked.

    I am extremely disappointed and have not find a similar case that works. Only reason for 1 star is because other things are fine but the most important feature has a F.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Just right

    • Written by from Quebec

    Cases are personal. I have tried 3 different models, including an outrageously expensive one from Element Case that decreased signal strength. This one is just right for my needs. I like handling the phone without a cover, but want a secure place to carry it (including inside a bag without worrying about about other stuff scratching the glass) and a clip that will let me attach it to my belt without being so large my suit jacket will bulge. I also don't want a large nerdy case. This case allows me to do all that. In addition, it is small enough to fit in an inside breast pocket of a coat or sports jacket. I agree that it is moderately tight but this was not an issue for me. I was also surprised by the metallic snap button but don't find this comes into contact with the phone when it slips it in or out.

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Not my fave

    • Written by from Baker

    The case is beautifully constructed, but I hate having to remove the iPhone every time---it is pretty tight---which I guess is good....It does protect the iPhone very well.
    No access to any of the buttons without removing the phone.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Fail...

    • Written by from Cherry Hill

    Two big problems with this case -- the first is that it is that the case holds the phone more tightly than the belt clip holds your belt. That means you will pull the case off your belt before the phone is released unless you take the extra time to push the phone out from underneath, which is awkward. The other problem is that the metal snap on the foldover flap (1950's surplus, no doubt) will scrape against the phone when you're putting the phone in or out of the case. I guess these people never saw the hidden magnetic snaps that everyone else uses. This one is going right back to Apple.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Simply the best!

    • Written by from STUDIO CITY

    Sleek, slim yet durable leather covers your iphone 4 with a velvet interior that helps it to slide out fast. A clever small opening at the bottom allows you to push the phone out when clipped to your belt or purse. Also easily fits into your pocket for great protection. Easy to use and multiple ways to use it. A great case buy Sena.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Overpriced and does not protect the edges of the iPhone.

    • Written by from Oakland

    I would give this case no stars, if that was possible, this case does not protect the edges of the iPhone 4. I dropped my iPhone in this case on pavement and some of the glass on the edges got chipped off. I going back to using Speck Pixel HD case I got from Apple for free!

    34 of 52 people found this useful

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Excellent lateral case for the iPhone 4

    • Written by from Bakersfield

    Finally, a slim lateral case designed for the iPhone 4—and it works well. The Sena Laterale case fits the iPhone 4 perfectly. The headphone jack is accessible, and even if the speaker is in the case, the sound is only mildly muffled. The clip has the perfect tension for use with or without a belt. Getting the phone in and out with one hand takes some practice, but it is doable. I'd prefer a magnetic clasp, but the snap button works without the noise of velcro (and doesn't interfere with the compass). Overall, it's a great case!

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    great case

    • Written by from El Granada

    I ordered this directly from Sena when they first came out, and spent the extra money on Federal Express delivery. Was worth it. I like how this protects the phone without having to put a protective film on. Took me a while to figure out how to pop it out of the case, but that probably says more about me than the case. It is actually very easy to take it out of the case. Case is small, sleek, and protects the phone wonderfully. I recommend this unconditionally.

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