Sena Dockable Case for iPhone 3G, 3G S (Tan)

Price: $49.99
Manufacturer: Sena


Dockable Case for Apple iPhone 3G/3G S - Tan

Information

• Amazon Sales Rank: #5211 in Cell Phone Accessories
• Color: Tan
• Brand: Sena
• Model: 153302
• Dimensions: .85" h x 2.43" w x 4.60" l, 3.00 pounds

• Custom design for the Apple iPhone 3G
• Dock iPhone without removing the case
• Secure snap closure design
• Light rigid protective layer
• iPhone earphone, speaker, camera and proximity sensor openings

Product Reviews

Dockable With Some Effort and Excellent Case Overall
I got my first iPhone 3g a few weeks ago, and have already tried out several cases or holsters to find the one that works best for me. I prefer to have my phone in a protective case that attaches to my belt with a belt clip, so that narrowed the choices somewhat. I tried a very plain plastic holster that carried the phone face in, which was okay, but didn't offer much protection if the phone were to slip out of the holster or drop out of my hands. I was attracted to this Sena case because it seemed to provide all the features I wanted -- protection for both sides of the iPhone if it should drop, a firm belt clip system, and the ability to dock in the Apple dock. I got the case two days ago, and I have to say it has measured up to all my expectations. First, it is made of high-quality leather, but still has a simple, plain look, which I like. No flashy design elements or elaborate textures, just smooth, good-looking leather that surrounds the phone, but leaves all the controls and microphone, speaker, etc., accessible, and leaves the phone's touchscreen accessible once you flip up the lightweight leather flap.

The other big issue, of course, is the "dockability." One reviewer said the case is not dockable, but that's too harsh a verdict. Mine is sitting docked in the Apple dock on this computer as I type this review, and it stays docked with no problems. I think what's going on here is that I was a bit skeptical of the "dockable" claim, from what I have read about other cases. From what I understood, the only really dockable ones were those, like the inCase Slider, which have removable lower parts that come off so you can dock the bare iPhone to the dock. So I didn't expect too much of this case, or at least I expected it would take some effort to dock it. That's exactly what happened. There is some leather, naturally, at the bottom of the case where you need to dock the iPhone, and you have to force or squeeze those bits of leather into the dock. The first few times I tried this, it started to dock, but then came undocked. So I found that I have to exert some real force, and press the iPhone down very firmly, and force it into the dock, and hold it for a while. When I do that, it does dock, and stays docked. You may not consider the case to be completely "dockable" in those circumstances, but, maybe because I had somewhat low expectations, that's fine with me. The case looks and feels great, it functions great, and it docks ok, if I take the trouble to force it firmly but safely into the dock. I haven't found any other case that does this well. I like the belt clip system, which includes a "rivet" that you install on the case if you want to, but you don't have to if you don't want to use the clip. I can use all the functions of the iPhone while the case is on, and I feel secure in having the phone protected with leather on all sides. Of course, the selection of a case is very much a matter of personal preference, and this one is a little pricey, but for me, it was the perfect fit, and the price is completely worth it to me.

Best Simple Case Around.......
This is the BEST, and LEAST "clunky" iphone case I have ever used! It is VERY well made and understated.

Looks great, one issue.
The case is built well, with excellent quality leather. My one glaring issue is that it's NOT DOCKABLE. I bought this along with the Griffin Roadtrip, and it does NOT fit in the iPhone 3G cradle. I either have to remove the Sena case, or dock it directly to the Roadtrip withoug the 3G cradle.
This isn't an issue when docking directly to the Apple supplied cable, but be warned if you're trying to dock to a transmitter, FM/Stereo, etc.