This Will HAUNT iPhone 16 Pro Max Cases…

[@TechnicallyTee]

Spoke to a few brands this morning around this topic, follow up video coming tomorrow and I think everyone can calm down a little lol.

[@Paa375]

@@TechnicallyTee look forward to seeing it unfortunately for me who buys 100’s of cases this is a passionate topic for me but yes I need to start to learn to chill more no doubt. 🤷🏻‍♀️🧘‍♀️😎

[@j0ekenobi418]

Tee what’s up with Benks going cheap on their buttons for the ArmorPro? Noticed they switched from metal buttons to TPU buttons and that was gonna be my main case 💀

[@caprioguy]

Just received the red Andar case. I’m not feeling the cut out. I hope they change to a button cover

[@jasonpierce1618]

@@caprioguylol, you’re not feeling the cutout because there’s nothing there!

[@artfartzy]

@@jasonpierce1618 Depending on how the cutout is made there might be some where you feel it more, the one I bought has a nice curve that goes down a little bit at the cutout to make it smooth, so it feels nice when im holding it. Of course it might change a little once I get the phone inside the case but I think it will be fine.

[@irving608able]

I feel like Mous may have missed the mark with this new limitless case, the cutout looks so big

[@lizzielein777]

Yep. Writing this from my 15 with limitless case on it.... will not get it for 16 because of this huge cutout.

[@DifferentAverage]

@@lizzielein777 Ditto, 14 pro is in a Mous case. Definitely not upgrading to the new one

[@fatesrequiem]

Seriously, this was the first thing I noticed and went “wow Mous…for the case that’s known for protection, that is a big miss. If the phone lands on that spot you are TOAST.” If I upgrade to a 15 pro I may get another limitless (assuming Kevlar case fit issue was fixed) a 16 though? I’m looking elsewhere.

[@irving608able]

I do also feel like the case is more likely to fall off with a drop as well, think it will have to be the Apple silicon case until the rest of them sort it out

[@simonsays6965]

Great Video Tee, a massive no for me. At this point I’d rather go Caseless. Currently rocking the Nomad Magnetic Leather Back and that’s the way forward for me 😂

[@Frankiee_Cruz]

I hate the cutouts. Supcase and even Apple is doing right with the camera button cover on their cases.

[@MrMruck05]

Spigen has one as well and I think I’m probably going with that one because it’s probably the most protective one with the camera control button covered

[@Frankiee_Cruz]

@@MrMruck05 I really hope so. I usually rock Spigen cases over any other cases.

[@MrMruck05]

@@Frankiee_Cruz currently its listed as out of stock so idk if they released it and it sold out or they just haven’t released it yet but already have the plans

[@stefanlimbacher2841]

OtterBox chose different ways, Symmetry Cactus has a big cutout, Lumen has a capacitive button. We‘ll see what works best. Ordered Both

[@Kevin6t8]

@@MrMruck05 I received mine yesterday for my Black Titanium 16 Pro Max. I got the Ultra Hybrid with Graphite Mag Safe and Camera Control.

[@Grumdy]

I purchased Apple's silicone case with the 16 Pro Max. While I don't particularly love how it looks, I'll never buy a case with a massive cutout for the camera button.

[@i.amvulcan8373]

The Apple silicon case should be the industry standard IMO. No fugly cutout, no exposing the phone to damage. Just a flush "button" that just works. I also get the feeling that Apple left their partners in the dark about their "fix" to the issue in order to sell more first party cases, but that's just my theory.

[@nicolasgrimes4140]

Agreed

[@hydroboom1YT]

hey they did help beats and otter box

[@Radakin]

@@hydroboom1YTbeats it owned by Apple.

[@LouRaX]

@@hydroboom1YT otterbox only got it for the 3 cases sold on the apple store app all others have cutouts

[@Steviewayright]

I believe that Apple silicone or clear case is the way to go, at least right out of the gate, until we see how the other companies choose to solve the camera button issue.

[@lizzielein777]

@@Steviewayright I agree that's why i cancelled all my other cases I ordered and gonna get just an Apple Case for now (or Beats / Otterbox lumen)

[@jbeltran8245]

Spigen just came out with w clear case ala apple protecting the camera control

[@lizzielein777]

@@jbeltran8245 sadly not where I live :/ (not from the us)

[@AndresC55]

Hey dude, do you recommend any leather cases? I've always liked them more than the silicone ones and those materials.

[@Samluckyman124]

I got some called Vionentus made of leather, I'll have to wait to see how they are when they arrive but according to many people they recommend them.

[@AndresC55]

niceee I'm going to check

[@TechnicallyTee]

While most in the comments will say this is just lazy on the brands part, I will add that I’ve spoke to a few brands in the last few hours and I can understand why the cutout is the route they went with. Might made a follow up video explaining my findings but still love the comments and the conversation this is bringing up in the comments.

[@jelle.]

Would be really interested in this video!

[@Paa375]

Yes tee can you please do a follow up would love to hear what case manufacturers are saying about this new wonderful camera button 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@fallis07]

I mean it does make sense and understandable apple would be able to develop a better case to support camera control considering it's THEIR PHONE. I wonder how much time the other brands got a sample product to R&D a case that supports it? This still doesn't change the fact that apple as of right now is the way to go for cases.

[@davewilson7602]

Would also love follow up video

[@user-dj5lo9sm6y]

Ya, they just wanted to push something (anything) out to the market without actually testing it on real device.

[@jasbur76]

Seeing that Supcase added that capacitive button tells me that Apple did share the info. So that means the other case companies knew but decided to go the cheap/easy way. I'll be skipping them this year.

[@Paa375]

It’s possible adding a tactile feedback button will be very expensive for case manufacturers especially those that have already been produced

[@brenttitus2134]

@@Paa375Tough 💩 The cases are WAY over priced as it is. 👎 Pure profit for them…

[@lisek99201]

I typically buy 5-10 cases each year for my new iPhone, but let me be clear, if your case has a cutout, you won’t be getting my money. I’ve gone with the Apple silicone case for now and I’ll be keeping an eye on what other companies come up with.

[@garethalston]

Yeah same here for first time ever I have apple silicone case

[@Paa375]

Wow wish I could just buy 10 cases a year case manufacturers all of them make a huge profit on me

[@fallis07]

Jeez I understand a couple maybe, but 5-10?!?! haha

[@Paa375]

@@fallis07 try 50

[@lisek99201]

@@fallis07 I know, it's kind of a problem but I can't just have same case on my phone all the time haha

[@frank2011ab]

I believe that the major issue with this cut out being open is that Dirt and grime can get down in there and build up overtime. For me it has to be a cover on that camera button so I’m gonna go with the Apple Silicon case.

[@ZensōMusic]

Thanks so much for this video. This needed to be said. The position of the cutouts is particularly problematic for left-handers like myself. I’ll be sticking with the Apple Silicone until capacitive covers become time-tested on third-party cases. Cases with cutouts are an immediate no-go.

[@WayneLiu945]

That cutout is really the reason I am not buying the Mous this year, I love their cases for years and its always the first I buy since the 10. Picking up my 16PM this Friday will see which one I pick up....

[@maneortiz3081]

I wouldn't say I like the cutout, but I think the Caudabe cutout looks okay. I will give the Synthesis a try since the plastic around the edges is usually pretty rigid, so hopefully, the cutout section is not too loose.

[@Michael-plays.0517]

Hopefully they update their cases and add a camera button

[@MOHG7]

I hate all cases with cut outs

[@NL-in6uj]

I prefer the cutout. I do a lot of mountain biking and my phone bar mount continuously presses the camera button when using the apple silicone case or going careless while trying to record videos in action mode. this definitely will solve that issue, just ordered an otterbox!

[@KO_Manic]

I have a mount for my hybrid bike, and I totally didn’t even think about that. You’ve gotta be kidding me!

[@armen7932]

I may have to get an Apple case this year. Hopefully they keep improving. I don’t think that button is going anywhere soon. I absolutely hate it.

[@kriaz9916]

Yeah i went with an apple clear case this year just for the button, maybe if other companies are able to successfully emulate it I’ll switch it out

[@Squishmallows24]

That new button has to be the worst moving backwards decision ever! There is absolutely no need for it. Controls you can already do on screen.

[@bclaire3915]

@@Squishmallows24I thought the same but having played with it tonight I’m actually loving it. 🙈

[@lgmarquez5469]

The gigantic cut out is such a turn off. I’ve seen some great cases I want but didn’t buy them because of the cut out. I want a button!! Hopefully it’s like the 15 pro situation where some third case manufacturers fixed their cut out for the action button.

[@Paa375]

It’s not the same as the action button the action button has no tactile feedback so very easy to solve that will a button this camera button is completely different it can’t just be a plastic button it has to be a special button no case manufacturers are going to spend that kind of money doing that

[@Paa375]

It’s not the same as the action button the action button has no tactile feedback so very easy to solve that will a button this camera button is completely different it can’t just be a plastic button it has to be a special button no case manufacturers are going to spend that kind of money doing that

[@christosegkos]

You are speaking my mind. I was thinking the same thing! The cutouts are ridiculous, and I'm sure the feel will not be great. The average of $50- $60 these companies are charging does not justify their efforts for this year. And thank you for holding Pitaka and Mous accountable and calling them out on it. I bought the Mous Limitless 6.0 for my new iPhone 16 Pro Max, but honestly, I'm expecting Mous to either offer a replacement when the do it right or at least provide a significant discount for next year when they decide to properly design it like Apple did with their silicon cases. They charge WAY too much for this.. Again, thanks for calling them out.

[@tsitsi94]

That large cutout is a total deal breaker! It’s ugly as hell and extremely bad for the safety of the phone. Better rocking the phone naked than with one of those atrocities called a case.

[@KO_Manic]

Or just get one with a capacitive button

[@jasondrayton6229]

I am getting the apple case until the cutouts are fixed!!

[@blw9641]

I just ordered a few SPIGEN cases because their cut out approach "looks" like it might actually work with the button. No way to know for sure without actually trying it for myself. Already returned my brand new Andar Aspen leather case over their HIDEOUSLY HUGE CUT OUT into the side of a once beautiful leather case design. Still in shock over their BONE HEAD decision!

[@espressoshot21]

That gigantic cutout on the Mous case looks hideous lol. I definitely love how Supcase approached the camera control cutout. Just ordered one! Hopefully it works well! I bought 2 other cases from Smartish & ESR. They both used the beveled edge cutouts which are ok but I definitely prefer it to be covered

[@adgdashaef]

Don't get a cutout. I have the 16 pro and it's really not comfortable. It works but I feel like I need to push my finger in the cutout to get to the button and then keep it there to slide around or apply pressure on the button. I am going for an apple case now.

[@timothyriggins]

I went with the Beats case and clear Apple case solely because of the completely covered cutout. Hopefully, many other companies hop on board.

[@Jayesci]

I honestly prefer the cutout design with Pitaka and Mous. I have a Pitaka case for my iPhone 15 Pro. I love that I can have direct contact with the phone's buttons the way the designers intended. I didn't like the idea of not enjoying the natural titanium look of my phone by immediately slapping it into the case. The case has saved my phone from light drops. May not be for everyone though.

[@greymatterr11]

I’m a Mous fan but the cut out for the camera button looks like an afterthought. They could have done it a little more subtle or a little more refined but instead it looks cheap even though it’s so expensive. I bought it but I don’t think I will keep it.

[@CommanderCodey]

Not only that but they made the case thinner by 25% I think they say. I think they are just getting cheaper while making their cases more expensive. I loved their cases in the past but I think it’s time for me to move on because their cases are so expensive for what you get when there are other cases out there.

[@FitspirationCoach]

I agree! I was a huge Mous case user. But don’t think I like the new version with the huge cutout

[@markanthonywood6158]

Mous cases are excellent. However on this occasion the limitless 6.0 has missed the mark. Disappointing !

[@ValentinG23]

The go to channel for phone cases ,accessories and in depth conversations 🔥💪🏻

[@TechnicallyTee]

Thanks I appreciate it and that’s what this video was about, just having the conversation around this topic for sure. Love reading the comments on a video like this.

[@cowboybobbie]

These case companies need to get it together! Nomad is my go-to for my phone cases and they went the cut-out route, so I won't be purchasing from them this year unless they make an updated version.

[@deivytrajan]

I just used mous case with 16 pro, did grip testing on my channel. The mous did the right thing because it leaves enough space for even the fattest fingers to do gestures and swiping. Having small gap for screen side is awesome. The small capacity button with dots isn’t going to be as responsive nor as durable.

[@Zaid_435i]

Agreed 💯 there needs to be a button. Spigen has one case with the camera control button as well.

[@TransplantHelper]

I hate cut outs on cases. That’s why I’ve refused to use several of Apple’s on cases in the past. I’ll be passing in the iPhone 16. As you said nobody asked for this.

[@mitchietorres_stan]

the iPhone 17 will probably still have the shutter button

[@Russ188]

I have an iPhone 16 Pro. I tried two different cases, and found that the smaller size cutouts made operation of the camera control button flakey and unreliable for any function other than just opening the app, and taking a photo. I never used Apple cases in the past because their price, but I think this is definitely the best solution.

[@vsChris]

I’m definitely defaulting to the Apple silicon case (lake green). Hopefully by the time that one inevitably starts to wear down, these third party companies will have figured out how to implement a similar solution that button on the side instead of a cutout

[@iapple642]

have yall seen the otterbox cases this year?? absolutely trifling

[@mttswllw]

I've got a Spigen clear MagSafe case on my desk right now that I think I'm going to return and order the Apple official case

[@TechnicallyTee]

Yeah I think you will see an increase in Silicone case sales lol.

[@mttswllw]

@@TechnicallyTee I just ordered the clear Apple one. Silicone ones get stuck in my pocket and get all fluffy 😂

[@MrMruck05]

Spigen has one with the camera control as well in more protective case than the apple silicone. I’m still a little torn which one I’m going to get. I have a feeling the 3rd party cases with the camera control button covered are probably going to have some problems. That said I also could not care less about the button. I’d rather have a case that covered over the button than one like Mous.

[@mttswllw]

@@MrMruck05 yeah I saw that model but they don’t do it in the UK store for some reason

[@xerohcool]

“Bite out of damn crime!” 🤣. I got a feeling half your audience won’t get that reference 😂

[@TechnicallyTee]

That’s a fact 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@adegun10]

Get a brotha hip

[@johnnewell5025]

I think you're calling this one correctly. Ordered a Mujjo and the cutout is a small oval with a steep bevel. No one over five years old is going to be able to get their finger onto the camera control button. The massive cutouts avoid that, but sacrifice a lot (dirt/dust entry, and some drop protection). I hate the silicone cases but the glass window is certainly the best answer.

[@ENnarion-9rl]

I will definitely buy the Apple silicone case I type a lot with my hand lower on the phone and I feel like that cut out will drive me nuts.

[@iTurkmonster]

Spigen also has an ultra hybrid with a covered capture button. I wonder how that will compare to Apple/Supcase. Also the Otterbox Lumen has a covered button and from the pics, it seems like just a super thin piece of material, but covered none the less. And then there’s cases with a super tiny cutout that’s literally just the pill shape of the button itself exposed, IE the Otterbox Figura. It’ll be interesting to see how they all play out

[@LoganBinkley-u2m]

They need to make a cutout. With a sliding door that hides that sucker boom

[@BwlGog]

I originally ordered the Mous, but totally agree the gap for the control button is way too big and creates a real weak spot. I’ve already requested a return for the product and will buy the Apple case until something better comes out

[@Paa375]

You and everyone else on the planet

[@Paa375]

Just bought shares in Apple make me money Apple.

[@BeamCrasherNG]

Everyone is complaining on Mous’s iPhone 16 release video. Doesn’t sound like they’re changing anything based on what they’ve said in the comments (until everyone starts returning lol)

[@Paa375]

@@BeamCrasherNG where can I watch the video

[@rpenx31]

I received my Otterbox Defender for my 16 Pro Max and let me just say that cutout is GIGANTIC! I was so disappointed bc I do not think it would be that bad. It’s worse than these.

[@bonniem3567]

I like the way they made the apple case the most because it just looks smooth and flat but I am not fond of those, my IPhone 14 apple case tore up in little under 3 weeks and I am not rough on my phone. 😔

[@mshiraff]

A LOT of people asked for a camera button but making it a Force Touch button complicates things

[@unwrapdontiktok2256]

Yeah pretty much everyone I know who uses their iPhone as their main camera wanted this. What people are you talking to?!?

[@mshiraff]

​@@unwrapdontiktok2256 thats what I said lol

[@codoflife6115]

Literally nobody asked for a camera button..

[@unwrapdontiktok2256]

@@codoflife6115 I did

[@fallis07]

@@codoflife6115 Source: "I made it up"

[@BigDon._jr]

The best option is the supcase , the 2nd is the spigen it’s not bad but the mous and pitaka is outrageous

[@TechnicallyTee]

Yeahhhhhhhh it’s going to be interesting to see how they are once the phone gets here.

[@BigDon._jr]

@@TechnicallyTee I feel like a lot of companies are gonna lost money but you right we’ll see

[@Mr_I_Got_One_Of_Those]

@@BigDon._jr is it though? We won’t have the phones yet and it’s using a copper button and not the sapphire like Apple. Curious how it’s gonna work.

[@BigDon._jr]

@@Mr_I_Got_One_Of_Those yeah I ordered 1 of each actually the supcase and spigen so can’t wait to test it out

[@MacDeLorean]

I had finally landed on Mous last cycle and have been very happy with it, but they will need to integrate a button cover or at least maintain some sense of frame coverage for me to use them again with the 16 series. I get that 3rd party manufacturers have limited (if any) access to designs ahead of time to prevent leaks, but I think many of these cases will need V2's.

[@WAR-DAMN-EAGLE]

Ha! Classic _Trell!_ *...ALWAYS sending a dang text 'n getting notifications in the way right during the middle of shooting videos!* 😂 *_*slaps knee*_*

[@Jason_N_Paradise]

Some of these cut outs look as if Mike Tyson took a bite out of them..😅

[@mytechlife2016]

I really, really wanted to rock with Mous again this year. But I just can’t deal with that cutout. Seems like they just phoned it in this year and for the price they charge, I just can’t. I ended up going with that same color Apple case that you have

[@Paa375]

Phone rebel flex case will probably be the best case to buy this year no cutouts for the sides well done Philip you will do extremely well this year.

[@michaelt.9614]

I was on the verge of cancelling my pitaka order for a military grade case and you gave me the final reason to do so and order the silicone case

[@PGJ81]

Yeah I wasn't feeling the cutout version of the spigen ultra hybrid for the 16 pro max when it arrived in the mail. I went back and ordered the T version of said case. 👍🏽

[@XsYoutube]

I preordered the sheath and honestly after finding out a button is possible I'm a bit pissed now. Why should early backers get a worse produict. I hope they come out with new versions and offer an atleast 50% discount to those who bought a version with a hole inside...

[@thorium9190]

I ordered the Casetify Ultra Bounce for my 16 Pro Max. I can’t find a better case that provides more protection than that. It is definitely big and bulky but worth protecting such a beautiful and expensive device

[@mikea8294]

This reminds me of the issue we had with the early cases released for the iPhone 15 Pros, where there was a cutout for the action button. Anyway, I think Apple's solution is the cleanest followed by Supcase and then the others. I already have my black/clear Supcase case and hope that the capacitive camera control button has a quick and accurate response. Of course, this is a non-issue for those cases which do not have side protection, such as the Phone Rebel Flex series.

[@JoshMyers556]

I have the Supcase on my 16PM and it works great! I hope UAG makes the change. They’re my favs.

[@Zayne_24]

I’m gonna go with either the Apple or Subcase for my phone as soon as I get it. I haven’t upgraded my phone from the 12 pro max for a while so it’s gonna be a major upgrade with the new features

[@BobbyG3.14]

Capacitive button or ceramic glass button is the way to go, just spend a bunch of money on cases I am going to check out but from the sounds of it. They probably arent going to make the cut.

[@IronsWHU]

If Pitaka don’t put a conductive button on the MagEZ Pro imma have to get the Apple Silicone case…. I can’t do the cutout now I know there’s a better way!

[@JayBarty]

If Mous wants to keep charging $70 for a basic case then they need to revamp that camera button to be more similar to the Apple brand case

[@BenMilford]

I really wanted the camera button. We’ll see if the situation improves on the case side of things.

[@Truth_Spoken]

That camera button is the biggest reason I am not getting a 16 series phone. Going to keep rocking my 14 Pro until they finally come out with something worth replacing it with.

[@marekjustus]

There are two reasons why I'm thinking of a cutout instead of the apple-style case: 1. Cutout will help you feel where the button is instead of really focusing on the pressure to find the ceramic button 2. I hate any additional material between a touch sensitive surface and the input (finger), it just won't be 100% the same experience, ever Just my opinion though. :)

[@DanielJohnson-ot8wj]

I’m skipping the 16 since I have the 15 pro max and hoping the hate the new button receives isn’t on the 17 and I can upgrade with a smile. Hoping to upgrade it with a grin with a new Ultra 3.😊

[@SGxShadow]

I bought the Spigen case... but after your video... I'll probably return it for an official Apple case that covers the "button". That's the point of a case... protection. If it doesn't protect... it's not a case.

[@LunaNyaVT]

Some case manufacturers have the crystal piece for the camera control already (more on the way of course), Apple’s silicone case is nice af lol

[@CaseyHardman]

I got my Spigen Tough Armor in for my 16 Pro yesterday and the first thing I noticed was how incredibly thin that part is. I actually think the cutout feels perfect to me in the hand, but I do question if that thin piece of material will wear over time and if that's something case manufacturers are concerned about.

[@_IMNNO]

I have a beveled cutout, and I feel like cutting off the ridge. The bevel digs into my finger, and I have to press obscenely hard just to trigger the camera button. The best option is a capacitive button; I’ll wait until the budget Amazon Chinesium brands make one.

[@kthunder5811]

Looks like the phone rebel flex with its open sides is finally coming into functional use now. With apple’s titanium sides it will be pretty scratch proof too (for the most part).

[@javierbedoya4965]

I had decided to go for a Nomad Sport case. But now this practically official silicone case is the way to go thanks to the minimalist covered button. Although I have my doubts about the silicone material.

[@MemeCity9099]

I don't understand why more case companies didn't go the Apple route and put a crystal button over it, it just seems lazy to go the way of "let's just take a chunk out of the case". I think the case I'm leaning toward is the bullstrap contemporary case

[@TechnicallyTee]

Had convo with a few brands and I now understand why they didn’t go that route. Might make a follow up video explaining it.

[@mshiraff]

@@TechnicallyTee I'm assuming they didn't have the actual iPhone units in hand to actually test it out. imagine they produce an entire line of products and find out they don't work that well, that's like the whole action button situation but worse. Apple obviously are gonna make the best version of it cuz its their own phone.

[@OhNoPaul]

@@TechnicallyTeePlease make that follow up video.

[@jonathantech6967]

This was going to be the first year I try mous till I seen that cut out

[@spike17spiegel]

I bought Spigen case, as I always do. Will see how the cut out works. But I do like the look of the glass button cases like the new Beats one.

[@mootsym]

Eh. The button requires accuracy when scrolling/zooming. I feel like that’ll be difficult to achieve with a case covering it. I may be okay with it being exposed. There’s plenty of bezel going around the phone case to protect it. The chances are low that the button area hits a corner or something sticking out to make that the primary pressure point.

[@dammitjohnny]

I saw on one of Spigen's social media that they seems to have a button for one of their cases and they did confirm that it's coming soon. But meanwhile I'm prolly gonna stick to the Apple silicone case for now.

[@Toxic_Waste92]

So I don’t enjoy the camera control button and decided it’s best to disable it in settings. I got an Otterbox Defender and the cutout is huge! It’s just so uncomfortable and leaves a lot of the side of the phone exposed. See for me it’s a double edge sword. I actually don’t like MagSafe. The idea of it is great but I work in road construction painting lines on the road… we do a lot of fabricating, building and repairs on our equipment. There is a lot of metal fragments/dust and magnets attract it. I’m my industry we use small glass beads on the road markings to make them reflective. Those beads get into the case and scratch up the glass/frame even inside the case. The magnets adding metal dust into the mix is just not something I need. Usually Otterbox makes and sells iPhone cases without MagSafe but they don’t seemingly offer this for the 16 series. Basically I want an Otterbox Defender case without any cutout for the camera control button and no MagSafe magnets in the case. I am extremely doubtful they would ever make a case without a cutout for the Camera Control button… but definitely need one without MagSafe.

[@JargoK7]

I had an Xperia in the past with a camera button. In mi opinion it’s not necessary, but it’s nice to have a camera shortcut. I’ll let the other buttons be used for something else.

[@DanIAmIBe]

Damn. I think I might be all-in on that Apple one! Had no interest in their silicone case, but that slider ceramic thingy is a must-have for protecting my new phone.

[@malikah14otrew]

I absolutely hate the way some of these case companies are designing the cases for the 16 line. Like why does otterbox have that massive cut out for the camera button?? Aren’t they supposed to be a more protective case company 😭 it looks lazy as heck, I hate it.

[@JoeNasr123]

Thank you, this was very informative and it was exactly what I was looking for.

[@theWynn3]

People complained about cases not having the action button and most companies updated if they didn’t already have it. I feel the same will be coming too with this new button as they should. Peep the new aulumu cares for the 16. I wasn’t planning to upgrade but their new 16 series cases got me wanting too! 😅

[@mknubs]

Otterbox has the right idea with their lumen case as well, they just use a button that sits directly on top of the camera control instead of a cutout.

[@coo7664]

I have the Mous case, I would appreicate IF they did update once they have the phones in hand that they at the very least give us a substantial discount code (im talking 50% off) for the fact they would've sold the initial case then jumped ship to a new version, punishing early adopters is never a good idea. Obviously the best case scenario is them shipping free replacements out but I doubt theyd take the loss like that.

[@mitchlewis535]

I guess I’m not buying a Mous case this time. Will go with Apple to start with and hope that Mous comes out with a better solution. Thanks for bringing all this up Tee. You are the best!!

[@Brant_Moore]

Thank you for making this. It is so hard to really see what these cases are going to look like in the pictures on amazon. Video is so much better. I'm to the point that I might have to buy multiple of these and just return the ones I don't want. Wish we could see the Tech21 and Otterbox cases early like this. You'd think that Otterbox would recognize that..maybe they're not allowed.

[@rbk1153]

So far the best video from you on the iPhone 16 cases….i have commented on the same in your other video but as of now SUPCASE is the winner in all departments…Pitaka case is a big joke for me, they cost $60-70 just for a thin plastic piece and all around cutouts as if a rat or a cat bitten the case 😂…keep smashing all the case brands until they add camera buttons and make fully protective cases…as you said it really feels weird holding or use the cases without camera buttons and in my opinion they are not even worth a penny .You have spoken all details out of my mind. Keep going doing an awesome job!

[@artfartzy]

The cutout seems nice on the case I bought from casekoo, it also have a magnetic kichstand ring that can rotate 360 so you can plece the phone in any way you like. Great for watching video/movies and for facetime, or when watching instagram. I dont understand why people still buy these cases that dont have a kickstand.

[@ShadowLinkxMaster]

Couldn’t have said it better myself. Apple’s first party case accommodates that capture button so seamlessly. Any case that has a cutout just feels like a compromise now.

[@rickandermatt9854]

Yeah, this is why I’m skipping the 16 Pro Max this year cut out really like there’s no need for me to upgrade again. My 15 Pro Max works just fine. I’m not gonna upgrade again probably to the 17 or 18 if they change the design but they probably won’t

[@satxrnhimself]

Should I trade in from regular 14 Pro with 87% bh from February 2023 to 16 Pro Max or wait for the 17 Pro Max?

[@mskitsune7318]

I wanna ask about supcase i am worried it might scratch the camera button since it has a dots??

[@ramsesaguilar8363]

Going with the Arc Pulse this year. Going to enjoy feeling the actual phone in my hand and not having some weird cut out for the camera button

[@MilitantM0m]

EXACTLY the video I was looking for, tyvm

[@MrSpookymoon]

I always go with mous sadly not this time, I can’t believe there as protective . it will be the apple silicone I think

[@Linknelson]

Feel like our hands will hit that button a lot just holding the phone. I’m surprised Apple put a button where you hold the phone. Great video man.

[@realname-x3n]

Spigen came up with ultra hybrid T , that one has button

[@TechnicallyTee]

Yeah that’s one out of their whole lineup. Companies aren’t sure how it’s going to work so they aren’t cashing all in on the button.

[@kathyvogel171]

Thanks for your honest advice on all subjects. I keep coming back to you for advice on all comments. You are simply the best! Really appreciate your advice and recommendations. No bs!

[@Ricom23]

I don’t think the mous case is lazy. I feel like it’s allowing your finger to not get caught in the groove of most of the other cases for that button. It think it will be more comfortable that you have more space to slide your finger around to zoom in and zoom out, but I guess we will see! I have already pre-ordered the Phone Rebel Flex 16 for this reason!

[@gtiguy1992able]

In my mind that’s why they went that way as well is to make it easier on the user