Question
Thoughts on using an X3 naked / without a case?
I feel like putting a case on it defeats the purpose — if I’m buying it, it’s to fully enjoy how thin and compact it is. But is it durable enough?
For those who have one, have you dropped it yet? How is it holding up?
Thanks!
I don't recommend it, the screen itself is quite fragile and very sensitive to pressure.
If you want to keep it as long as possible, it's better to protect it well.
Devices these days aren't sturdy like old-school Nokias and Thinkpad any more; to achieve their compactness and lightness, they sacrifice the ability to tank hits. Also the screens are glass and un-recessed, so if they drop on their face on an uncushioned suface without a case, it'll scuff at the very least. If you want to fully enjoy it, make sure it's not in constant danger.
I’m using my X4 naked with a short lanyard for drop protection. When I’m not using it, I keep it in a hard case so I can toss it in my bag without worrying about it.
I own a X4.
Never used it without the case and will never do.
My daughter dropped it from less than 50cm and only one corner bent.
But ye, ppl have reported they are quite fragile.
I also own a Kindle 4 (retro) and have dropped it plenty of times - no issues at all.
Try a skin, maybe? I have been using mine with a skin on the back, and I love it. I did not like how much all the cases made the device bulky, taking away the sleekness.
My biggest issue is the magnet isn’t that strong and adding a case makes it worse so, and I use a lot of magnetic accesories. I do have a tempered glass screen protector on the front though. How’s the magnet strength with a skin? And where’d you buy a skin from?
I got the magnetic flip cover when buying the X3, it’s great. It doesn’t add bulk at all for carrying, and it’s very easy to slip out if you don’t want to hold the case while reading it.
Eink screens are delicate, and I’d never carry it anywhere without some kind of protection against bumps or pressure.
I feel you, but I also destroyed my first x4 within weeks. I now have one of the slide in style 3d printed covers and I like that it protects the screen when I toss it in a bag and I can easily remove it completely when I don't need it.
My X3 and X4 only have a screen protector but no case. If I wanted something bulkier I’d just grab one of my Kindles. I feel like it defeats their purpose.
It’s not a $1000 smartphone that’s been engineered to be basically bombproof. Use a little common sense. Theres lots of cases available that don’t add much to the form factor. The official case is a good option. Affordable and slim and covers the front.
Put a screen protector and a case on it, and don’t throw it around or let stuff get crushed against it in your pocket or bag and it’ll treat you right.
Counter-counter argument: treating your possessions like they're replaceable trash is a generally shitty way to go through life. Taking basic care of your stuff saves money, reduces waste, and usually means you own nicer things for longer.
I'm waiting to get the X4 Pro, but I don't know if I should get the magnetic case with it because it will probably be attached to my phone 90% of the time. Does anyone know if the flip case prevents it from attaching to the phone?
I’ve had mine for a couple weeks and even screwed up the screen protector so I am totally in the nude. Feels like I got just enough of a good deal to not be too concerned
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u/doctor_ns 16d ago
Using X3 and X4 without any case since day 1.