Get a grip of your shiny brand new Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphone with ESR Gear latest phone case line up - the
ESR Krystec Clear case, ESR Classic Kickstand frosted black case and ESR Air Shield Boost Kickstand clear case
ESR Krystec clear case (for S23 Ultra)
The ESR Krystec is a non-yellowing clear transparent case made of polymer polycarbonate which offers longer
lasting resistance against sun UV exposure than silicone and TPU clear cases. The ESR Krystec case weighs 36 grams and features stiff buttons. This case feels the least protective out of the three cases shown on this review.
Potential deal breakers
- No Magsafe magnet
- No split volume buttons
- No reinforced corners
- Hard plastic (plasticky feel)
- No individual cutouts for camera bump
- No drop protection rating
Selling Points
- UV protection to prevent yellowing
- Stiff buttons
- Camera bump edge protection
- Anchor port for lanyard
- Screen edge protection
- Wireless charging support
- Guaranteed to stay clear for 1 year
ESR Air Shield Boost Kickstand clear case (Galaxy S23 Ultra)
The ESR Air Shield Boost Kickstand clear case looks similar to the Krystec but, instead of polycarbonate, it is made of TPU which makes the case feel more rubbery but also less resistant against UV. The inside and outside has a smooth rubber finish. This case is not ideal for typing on a desk due to the kickstand but does have the benefit of impact protection when the case drops on its backside.
The Boost Kickstand adds an extra 5mm thickness to the case. The
kickstand hinge is strong with a friction design that keeps the case
securely angled up to 45 degrees. Dimensions of the kickstand are 6cm
long x 1.2cm wide x 2mm thick. the kickstand has a small slit to help
deploy the kickstand with a finger nail. Weighs 36 grams
Potential deal breakers
- Kickstand has limited lifespan (3000 uses)
- No Magsafe magnet
- No 1-year UV protection guarantee
- Wonky back due to kickstand
- No individual cutouts for camera bump
- No drop protection rating
Selling Points
- Built-in metal kickstand for portrait and landscape mode
- Screen edge protection
- Wireless charging support
- Soft rubber feel
- Strong friction (silent) hinge
- Tactile (soft press) buttons
- Split volume buttons
- Subtle minimal branding
- Reinforced corner protection
- Dedicated port cutouts for S-pen, speaker grille and USB-C port
- More versatile than a regular case
- Thick camera bump protection (5mm thick)
- Anchor port for lanyard
ESR Metal Kickstand frosted black case (Galaxy S23)
The ESR Metal Kickstand case integrates the kickstand design around
the camera bump. The advantage to this design is that it doubles as a
camera bump protection too. The
kickstand is made of anodized metal alloy and integrates a friction
hinge with an 85 degree angle opening, which allows you to set the phone
securely between 70 degrees (portrait) and 45
degrees (landscape).
The ESR Metal Kickstand case kickstand moves silently and, in the closed position, it
snaps shut securely into place so, it will not deploy accidentally.
Deploying the kickstand can be a bit fiddly though, which may be an issue if you
have short/weak nails. Another potential issue with the ESR Classic
Kickstand case is not being able to properly use the phone when laid on a
table. Weighs 39 grams
Potential deal breakers
- No drop protection rating
- Wonky back due to kickstand
- No slim line due to kickstand camera bump
- No individual cutouts for camera bump
Selling points
- Dedicated port cutouts
- Split volume button design
- Slit button design
- Reinforced corner protection
- Thick camera bump protection
- Screen edge protection
- Anchor point for lanyard
You can buy the Galaxy S23 cases seen pictured from ESR Gear website
and amazon. ESR Gear also offers also camera lens protection. The one
shown on this review is the ESR Camera Lens Protector for Galaxy
S23 & S23 Plus.
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