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Test of the “Argos Spigen SGP” leather case with flap for iPhone 5: thin and elegant

To continue our
series of tests
iPhone 5 protectionand reach the 100th test (!) of our category
dedicated, it is acase with flap from the Spigen brandwho will
be the subject of this detailed review.

This protection
sold here is available in 3 colors

Onward for the discovery in images and our opinion on this elegant case which
knows how to round the corners… of the iPhone:

Premier contact

From the moment of unpacking, the case, which appears to be very classic in theory, surprises with
two aspects: its finesse first of all as well as its sides
rounded.

Indeed, the iPhone since version 4 has become square with edges at
right angles, moving away from the soft rounded shapes of the three previous models. Of
suddenly, the protections, which fit the shape of the machine as closely as possible, have
followed the trend and are generally at edges with edges as well. But not
this time.

The "Argos" model is engraved on the front face, without it being too
visible.

The appearance of the leather (probably synthetic although indicated "genuine") is
very pleasant, no seams or defects are visible on the outside while
that the interior is made of a soft covering which will accommodate
the iPhone comfortably.

Snapping the iPhone 5 into the case is done in a few seconds, it is then
perfectly well maintained, constituting with its protection as a whole perfectly
homogeneous which does not move a millimeter.

An upper fixing bracket hangs on the top of
l’iPhone.

Utilisation

We suspected it by eye, this intuition is verified from the moment you take it in hand,
the rounded contours make the machine particularly easy to hold in the hand
confortable.

However, the case never appeared to be bulky or disproportionately more
larger than other cases already tested (photo belowhas
side of the smart cover type case tested here). It is undoubtedly his
strong point, this ensures an ideal hold but also a beautiful
elegance.

The volume buttons are accessible on the side, as well as the button
on/off and spaces for the microphone and speaker are kept free,
ensuring that the ringtone will not be muted.

No problems to report regarding the photo cell and the rear flash,
the space is very clear!

The upper grip, which ensures closure, is generally the weak point
of this type of protection, it ends up losing effectiveness over time.
For now, after more than a week of use, nothing has changed and
seems to want to move, but you will have to give yourself time to verify it.

At the rear, the fastening of the closing flap forms a protrusion,
although elegantly integrated, it surprises the eye a little and above all reveals a
slightly place the machine on the bottom when placed on a table. Without this
is annoying, it is not the ideal angle to view the screen.

The screen protection cover is very rigid and will ensure
undoubtedly excellent protection.

Once closed, the case slips into a pocket and can be forgotten by
its compactness.

Conclusion

This case is surprising with its really small size and its curves
elegant especially when we bring this back to the protection it provides. In
Furthermore, with its slightly rounded appearance, it will reconcile those who fear
the rectangular edges of the latest iPhone and appreciated the curves of the
3G and 3GS model. On the manufacturing side, it is faultless, no defects, it is
good quality. In the end,a sure valuefor those who appreciate
clamshell cases.

It is available in 4 colors: black and white but also red and
rose.

On the same subject of iPhone 5 cases and protections, find
also :

i-nfo.fr - Official iPhon.fr app

By : Keleops AG

founder of the site. Computer engineer and Internet specialist where he has held various positions of responsibility, Laurent has been passionate about mobility since the arrival of "PDAs" in the 90s. Journalist for 4 years for the magazine Team Palmtops (Posse Presse) and author of several books on the iPad published by Pearson.

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