This case stinks like petrol! I returned and ordered a replacement but still stinks.Anyone else got the same problem? Is it worth to replace it again?
1643905
I can't say that mine had that kind of an odor to it when it arrived but it did have somewhat of a chemical smell that lingered for a day or so but went away rather quickly. I assumed it may have been from being stored in some place with some type of chemical. But mine didn't have that strong of an smell, just a kind of harsh new processed plastic chemical smell, if you know what I mean. And like I said, it faded away within a day or so. Sorry, that's probably not much help... :(
1643906
No odor on mine...the fit is a bit loose when I bought 7 months ago and now the edges is really giving way and dirt is getting in the sides. The only reason I bought this is the magnetic stand behind it which makes it very handy.
788440
Leave it out in the air...Mother Nature has her way of cleansing bad odors quickly. I didn't have an odorproblem with my case but I would do the above if I did. Good luck!
1264961
No I had to contact outerbox because within weeks the soft plastic case on the outside had stretched out from the hard plastic so outerbox did replace it. The replacement looks totally different in color and material. I will not be ordering another one!
912094
How weird. Mine smells kinda like leather. Maybe you should return it if it doesn't clear up.
2033371
Can't tell you why it smells like lighter fluid. I just know that they have people that can't read. They sent me the wrong case, it was "way to small" to fit my phone. So I went to a "flea market" and got the right case for $20.00. Half the price.
356922
thought about it and i think ill just keep it. its pretty awesome ( im using it right now to type all this) id never scalp this off. only issue now is finding a good quality case, just bought the roo case but i hate it. (doesnt stay closed)
1623452
I`m sorry, Frederick, I have a different case.What I can say is that I bought a used one -"like new", and it broke in less than 4 weeks!!!!Will never buy from this seller again, for sure!
802513
Just got mine and it smells very bad I hope the chemical vocs out gas fast I want tho use it!!
1286027
NO !!! Here is their reply to my question:"Dear customer,Thank you for contacting us.The case is made by the third pary and is not an OEM product.If any other question, pls feel free to contact us.Best Regards,Kristen"
933289
Same here, I tried to return it and they're really cool about it but I didn't make the deadline for shipping it back in time so now I have a useless case that doesn't work. Total design flaw or they sold us a flop. Not sure which.
642937
I bought two. One I used for six months and the only reason I switched to the other was because the first was dirty (pink). I still have it, it wasn't worn at all. It must be the way you are handling it; perhaps keeping it in a pocket? I like these little inexpensive cases, but they aren't leather. I hope this helped.
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You might want to consider returning it and getting another one if the smell persists. Ive had mine for almost a year and have never had any issues with oders of any kind. Im thinking something with yours isnt quiet right.. maybe. I like mine so much if it ever quits I'll prob get another one. Dont know if this helps you any but good luck.
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Hey, Daryl. My opinion: redesign needed. For at least the following reasons: 1) the case makes for a really tight/snug fit (a good thing except for the fact that because apple's paint job on the black mini sux the big one, you end up with scratched edges. Not a design fault of the case), and 2) my understanding is that the new iPm is a bit thicker than the original. I have other reasons for opining that the product could stand a redesign (even if there were not a new iPm), but the ones I just gave address your question directly. So, I'll leave it at that.
429346
I would look for another product altogether. These cases are bad news! You won't get any support from the company either. Please save your money and look elsewhere !
1910718
Yes and now when I first got the case I loved it. But it started to make my phone do weired things when I would leave my phone in it for more than like an hour it would over heat. The sides started to rip on it a little. And when I contacted the company about it they said yah they would fix the problem but they never have and I sold it on wish.
209879
I had a similar problem, you should be able to get a replacement case, via a cross ship, as to not leave you without the case till the replacement comes. See my review http://www.amazon.com/review/RKNVQGPQ31LOF/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN;=B00GG0S00A
113277
I received mine today and it has a VERY strong odor. Which, is making the headache that I got this product to help with, much worse.