Plastic or Aluminum case?
640167
Plastic. I've been trying a lot of things to speed up browsing and had to manually install the first round of updates. Still, it runs like a snail and constantly requires updating.
1309763
Aluminum. Has held up well so far.Do not unplug by pulling the rubber end. I accidentally pulled the actual electronics from the metal casing.Super-glued it back together, then ran some HD Tune Read/Write test to heat it, to help set the glue. Seems to have worked so far.
1412394
The plastic is pretty slippery. If you're wanting something that grips, I'd definitely go for one of the silicone cases as they tend to grab onto fabrics and your hands a little better.
1420047
Both, but that's kind of subjective. It's stiff like a plastic case, but with a rubbery coating that makes it grippy. Not grippy like a silicone sleeve, but def not slick plastic either. You'll just have to try it.
356491
Steel, I believe. The case is probably stronger than the lock that comes with it.
1148507
None. They are the same, only the one at Amazon costs less by $10. Depending upon shipping costs and your patience, the Amazon buy is a good deal. I have had my for two weeks and for once, I have no qualms about a case. This one is excellent (for me anyway).
1891891
The case is plastic, but I wouldn't consider it flimsy. I've had mine for a year and while it has some extremely light and hard to notice surface scratching, there's no structural damage or cracks, and I've put it through some heavy usage.
649616
The case is plastic but it seems like metal. The cooling ribs are metal. Very well designed and sturdy build.
274260
Metal....aircraft grade aluminum. I think it is better than the plastic one.
508851
Combination of plastic & rubber. My hands are big and the case feels secure in my grip .
1038233
In my experience the case does not cause any damage where the glass meets the aluminum. It is a snug and secure fit but I have had no problems
99882
Plastic! The colored strip in the middle is rubber though that way you can dock your phone without having to take the entire cover off. I love it! Def recommend this case.
1945020
I really have no idea. I've only used the folio covers. It looks like in the description that they may be made of different material . One looks plastic, which is what I have, while the other almost looks aluminum.
816619
There is a plastic case, but not one that would be a durable one. it is more packaging quality.
1605210
The back of the case is plastic with a finely dotted silver finish. The trim and the bottom edge are metal, from what I can tell.
1686549
I have had both. After having an aluminum one for years, I splurged and bought the stainless steel and was so disappointed in the performance that I bought a new aluminum one. I have had it for 10 years and am very pleased with it.
2043979
It is aluminum, however i feel it is very sturdy, with one side panel off it is a tad bit flexible but not all that bad, with both off it will flex it a bit, I have this case and also the same case that is in black with the red front panel and we love them both!