Spigen Liquid Air Designed for Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Case (2018) - Matte Black

Spigen is my go-to brand for quality phone cases, so I was happy to find that they still had one available for the Note 9. I was using the phone without a case for a bit after tossing the old one, but it'd always be sliding off the sofa arms; it doesn't anymore with the slight texture and pattern on this case, which gives it a nice grip. I was concerned about the pattern catching gunk too easily, but it still looks new. It also has good scratch resistance, as I'm not gentle with it, and I've run my nails across it various times, because the texture's amusing.The case is super easy to remove, but it's still perfectly fitting and secure. All cutouts are perfectly aligned, and the way that the button cutouts are actually prevent accidental activation, even while propping it up on the buttons - brilliant design.I do somewhat miss the kickstand that the case from Samsung had, but it's so much more streamlined this way in a nice super dark gray that complements the phone well.

I almost always buy one of these for a new smartphone because it is what I consider to be the quintessential "basic smartphone case". Even if I don't use it all the time, I just like having one. Thanks Spigen.Pros1. Textured back makes for an easier grip.2. Doesn't add a ton of weight or bulk to my Note 9 (or any other phone I've used it on).3. More than enough space for every port. We don't all have skinny 3.5mm cables for our headphones so the extra space there is especially nice.4. Reasonable price. Ships quick.5. Doesn't affect the fingerprint scanner (at least not in my experience).6. Protects screen from putting it face-down on a table. Case is thick enough to have somewhat decent confidence that it'll take a fall.Cons1. None really.I have no actual issues with this case. It's a good, basic case with a good grip and large enough port openings. I recommend this case to everybody, even if it's just as a "super basic case that protects your all glass phone).

I actually just purchased another one because I dropped it on a hard surface and it is loose in the case. I dropped it probably five times before needing a replacement, twice on hard surfaces with no damage to my Note 9 phone.Great case. Textured rubber is easy to grip and durable. Inside has ribs for shock absorption. the perfect slim case for daily use. Button cut outs are perfect. Good pen access. Pair with the Encased clip holster and you have excellent protection for your Note 9. This is a no-brainer, slim inexpensive, well designed case or replace your phone for $900. Like I said, I just bought another one. I consider cases like bicycle helmets. Once you wear out the protection you'd better get a new one.

I've been using the Note 9 for several weeks now and truly love this phone for everyday use. I'm an artist and the s pen is top of the line for creating small sketches and pixel art on the go and it lets me impress coworkers and friends. The camera is also surprisingly good and the phone's hardware is very fast, I've never encountered a slowdown even when using several multimedia and art apps at once. the phone is sturdy and has already taken a couple of small drops with ease. In terms of what I wanted, the phone did not disappoint.Then, there's what i didn't want: there's Bixby, a horrible attempt by Samsung to do personal assistance, the Bixby button is a nightmare and you will likely have to remap it. It triggers incredibly easily and disrupts whatever you're doing, it's linked to a bunch of dystopian news and sports info and essentially is a pr/ad agency's dream. I know Samsung is making sponsor money off this awful interface/button and it's very unsettling that, unlike with other Galaxy models, you cannot disable the button using internal settings. There are a bunch of Samsung apps you will never use and you will have to navigate menus for a few days getting rid of, or disabling them. Also it's way too easy to take a screencap, so be careful!As much as I think this phone's hardware and design is top notch, it, a star reduction is in order, I paid premium prices to get ads and bloatware and a ridiculously mapped button, which is unacceptable.

This is exactly what I was looking for: the rounded, air-pocket corners seem plenty robust, and the cover is ultra light and barely thicker than the Galaxy Note 9 itself.The cutout on the back easily lets you use the fingerprint reader, and, as advertised, the diamond pattern in the shell makes it easy to hold.It's thin and light, so durability won't be an issue.The cutouts for all of the buttons and the stylus and the speaker, charging and headphone ports are perfect.One caveat: it only covers the back and edges of the phone, not the screen. However, it feels like the case has a tiny lip around the screen opening that might provide an efficient seal over a clear cover, if you use one.

The case is great. My other 2 cases didn't have a piece that ran along the bottom of the phone. This caused the phone to pop out twice and crack the screen. After the last time, I quickly ordered this case. I have dropped it a couple times and have noticed no new cracks. A couple of times the S-pen has even popped out. I have definitely learned my lesson and will never get a case unless it is protected on all sides. The texture and grip level is perfect as it has some grip but not too much that you have difficulty getting it in and out of your pants pockets. Overall it's a great case for the money.