1 Crystal case + 1 Silicon case = 1 Review

Dougiebaby · 06-21-2008, 08:35 AM

I received both the Zuneone.net Crystal case and Silicon case for my zune 8 courtesy of zunecentives

First the Silicon...

It comes with the silicon sleeve, wrist band, belt clip and armband. Originally, I orded the black silicon case but received a clear one so I was initially dissapointed. But now that I have it, I am actually happier. Not only does it allow the red front of my zune to show through, but also the back (especially important for those with zune originals on the back).

The armband works perfectly, the belt clip is just "OK," and the silicon is thin enough that you can place it in the zune dock no problem.

Now, the Crystal...

It comes with the crystal case, belt clip, lanyard (that is much longer than a the wristband that comes with the silicon case -- you literally could put us it to make a "zune necklace"). While this picture make my case look scratched up -- it actually is "crystal clear." For some reason, the crystal case is difficult to photograph.

Of course, the true benefit of the crystal case is that it allows the beauty of the back and front of the zune to show through crystal clear

It does add a little more thickness to the zune and does not allow it to attach to the zune dock -- so you must take it out of the case to mount

All in all, I love both cases -- they both are terrific. And both have advantages/disadvantages vs. the other. The crystal case looks better and has better protection. Also, it slides in and out of your pocket easily whereas the grippier silicon does not. The silicon is thinner so it can attach to the zune dock and the armband feature is very useful (for active wear).

If I could only pick one, I would probably pick the silicon for the armband feature (I run and bicycle with my zune). And if you can get both, I highly recommend it.

Robb4248 · 06-21-2008, 09:39 AM

I just received the silicon case yesterday

I love it... feels good in my pocket, stays put in my car, and the screen protector helps hide the large crack in the glass of my Zune

Luna · 06-21-2008, 09:55 AM

Awesome ! It looks great in both of them, although I prefer the crystal case.

dabeastofdamusic · 06-22-2008, 08:39 AM

Thats awsome i just got a new case for my 30 gig and it looks just like the crystal case. i had one just lie it before it but it was 2 years old so i got a new one. but the crystal cases last forever.

ShotgunSnipist · 06-22-2008, 08:43 AM

My question is how the hell do you use the screen protector?
I had peeled off the plastic stuff and put it on. (and it was so ugly i tore it off immediately)
Then I decided to put the actual piece of plastic over the screen and it works perfectly!
Is that what its for?
Cause it sure as hell seems like it.
lol

dabeastofdamusic · 06-22-2008, 08:47 AM

yes that is how it works i believe. but there are ones where the thin sheete of plastic sticks on it.

(-_-) · 06-22-2008, 09:54 AM

Nice review! I too prefer silicone after trying them both.

runtohell121 · 06-22-2008, 10:04 AM

looks pretty nice review

nice pictures lol

Gregory · 06-22-2008, 10:08 AM

Peel off the plastic stuff, then slide the protector under the silicone. The hard plastic is the protector.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShotgunSnipist

My question is how the hell do you use the screen protector?
I had peeled off the plastic stuff and put it on. (and it was so ugly i tore it off immediately)
Then I decided to put the actual piece of plastic over the screen and it works perfectly!
Is that what its for?
Cause it sure as hell seems like it.
lol

logitech · 06-23-2008, 07:03 AM

wow thanks so much, i was wondering if the silicon case or the hard case would be best, finally someone with both wrote a review! thanks for comparing them =D

skubz · 06-27-2008, 04:03 PM

You said you'd have to take the Zune out of the crystal case to put it in the dock... my question is, how quick is it to take it out and do you think prolonging this would damage the case? (from regular wear on the parts)

LyLy · 07-09-2008, 01:39 AM

Thanks for the review.

I have a question about the crystal case.
Is it a 'perfect fit' kind of case, or is there some room for the Zune to move around a bit. And will the contact of hard + hard surface of both case and Zune eventually, gradually, create scratches?

06-21-2008, 08:35 AM	#1 (permalink)
Dougiebaby Jr. Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 319 Reputation: 26	1 Crystal case + 1 Silicon case = 1 Review I received both the Zuneone.net Crystal case and Silicon case for my zune 8 courtesy of zunecentives First the Silicon... It comes with the silicon sleeve, wrist band, belt clip and armband. Originally, I orded the black silicon case but received a clear one so I was initially dissapointed. But now that I have it, I am actually happier. Not only does it allow the red front of my zune to show through, but also the back (especially important for those with zune originals on the back). The armband works perfectly, the belt clip is just "OK," and the silicon is thin enough that you can place it in the zune dock no problem. Now, the Crystal... It comes with the crystal case, belt clip, lanyard (that is much longer than a the wristband that comes with the silicon case -- you literally could put us it to make a "zune necklace"). While this picture make my case look scratched up -- it actually is "crystal clear." For some reason, the crystal case is difficult to photograph. Of course, the true benefit of the crystal case is that it allows the beauty of the back and front of the zune to show through crystal clear It does add a little more thickness to the zune and does not allow it to attach to the zune dock -- so you must take it out of the case to mount All in all, I love both cases -- they both are terrific. And both have advantages/disadvantages vs. the other. The crystal case looks better and has better protection. Also, it slides in and out of your pocket easily whereas the grippier silicon does not. The silicon is thinner so it can attach to the zune dock and the armband feature is very useful (for active wear). If I could only pick one, I would probably pick the silicon for the armband feature (I run and bicycle with my zune). And if you can get both, I highly recommend it.

06-21-2008, 09:39 AM	#2 (permalink)
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06-21-2008, 09:55 AM	#3 (permalink)
Luna Experienced Zuner Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wonderland. Posts: 104 Reputation: 26	Awesome ! It looks great in both of them, although I prefer the crystal case. __________________ "If A is a success in life, then A equals x plus y plus z. Work is x; y is play; and z is keeping your mouth shut." -Einstein To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Psssstt, excuse my poor english. This is my second language.

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dabeastofdamusic Experienced Zuner Join Date: May 2008 Location: somewhere in NC my zunetag is username Posts: 171 Reputation: 11	Thats awsome i just got a new case for my 30 gig and it looks just like the crystal case. i had one just lie it before it but it was 2 years old so i got a new one. but the crystal cases last forever. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. error occered, no keyboard, press (F1) to continue

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ShotgunSnipist Zune Guardian Join Date: May 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 738 Reputation: 74	My question is how the hell do you use the screen protector? I had peeled off the plastic stuff and put it on. (and it was so ugly i tore it off immediately) Then I decided to put the actual piece of plastic over the screen and it works perfectly! Is that what its for? Cause it sure as hell seems like it. lol __________________ Invisible Text. =P To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

06-22-2008, 08:47 AM	#6 (permalink)
dabeastofdamusic Experienced Zuner Join Date: May 2008 Location: somewhere in NC my zunetag is username Posts: 171 Reputation: 11	yes that is how it works i believe. but there are ones where the thin sheete of plastic sticks on it. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. error occered, no keyboard, press (F1) to continue

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(-_-) Support Team Expert Zuner Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,933 Reputation: 209	Nice review! I too prefer silicone after trying them both. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

06-23-2008, 07:03 AM	#10 (permalink)
logitech Zuner Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 54 Reputation: 11	wow thanks so much, i was wondering if the silicon case or the hard case would be best, finally someone with both wrote a review! thanks for comparing them =D

06-27-2008, 04:03 PM	#11 (permalink)
skubz Squirt Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 17 Reputation: 10	You said you'd have to take the Zune out of the crystal case to put it in the dock... my question is, how quick is it to take it out and do you think prolonging this would damage the case? (from regular wear on the parts)

07-09-2008, 01:39 AM	#12 (permalink)
LyLy Zewbie Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Canada; ON. Posts: 3 Reputation: 13	Thanks for the review. I have a question about the crystal case. Is it a 'perfect fit' kind of case, or is there some room for the Zune to move around a bit. And will the contact of hard + hard surface of both case and Zune eventually, gradually, create scratches?

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