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Is the $100 UAG Aramid Fiber case really worth buying?Reviewed UAG's new aramid fiber case for the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Despite the high price of $100, there were many disappointing aspects, such as the absence of camera control buttons and poor finishing. However, excellent fit and design are considered advantages.
1. 🤔 Why haven't UAG cases been on the channel before? A new aramid fiber case appears!
· UAG cases have not been covered on the channel before due to many shortcomings in implementing basic iPhone functions, despite their high price.
· The newly released aramid fiber case for the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which I was drawn to by its design, still has the critical flaw of lacking camera control buttons.
· The price of this case is $100, and the disappointing quality relative to the high price is a factor that makes purchasing it hesitant.
· The case is made of DuPont Kevlar and has a soft interior material. MagSafe functionality is also built-in.
· The camera area has a widely open design, which may be polarizing for some users. Personally, I prefer a design that covers the entire area.
· The sides of the case feature UAG's signature rubberized buttons, and there's a generously sized hole at the bottom for a strap.
· The newly released aramid fiber case for the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which I was drawn to by its design, still has the critical flaw of lacking camera control buttons.
· The price of this case is $100, and the disappointing quality relative to the high price is a factor that makes purchasing it hesitant.
· The case is made of DuPont Kevlar and has a soft interior material. MagSafe functionality is also built-in.
· The camera area has a widely open design, which may be polarizing for some users. Personally, I prefer a design that covers the entire area.
· The sides of the case feature UAG's signature rubberized buttons, and there's a generously sized hole at the bottom for a strap.
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1. 🤔 Why haven't UAG cases been on the channel before? A new aramid fiber case appears!
· UAG cases have not been covered on the channel before due to many shortcomings in implementing basic iPhone functions, despite their high price.
· The newly released aramid fiber case for the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which I was drawn to by its design, still has the critical flaw of lacking camera control buttons.
· The price of this case is $100, and the disappointing quality relative to the high price is a factor that makes purchasing it hesitant.
· The case is made of DuPont Kevlar and has a soft interior material. MagSafe functionality is also built-in.
· The camera area has a widely open design, which may be polarizing for some users. Personally, I prefer a design that covers the entire area.
· The sides of the case feature UAG's signature rubberized buttons, and there's a generously sized hole at the bottom for a strap.
· The newly released aramid fiber case for the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which I was drawn to by its design, still has the critical flaw of lacking camera control buttons.
· The price of this case is $100, and the disappointing quality relative to the high price is a factor that makes purchasing it hesitant.
· The case is made of DuPont Kevlar and has a soft interior material. MagSafe functionality is also built-in.
· The camera area has a widely open design, which may be polarizing for some users. Personally, I prefer a design that covers the entire area.
· The sides of the case feature UAG's signature rubberized buttons, and there's a generously sized hole at the bottom for a strap.
02:50 - 03:14
2. ⚖️ UAG Aramid Fiber Case Weight Measurement and Fit
· The case itself weighs 43g.
· When combined with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, the total weight is 292g.
· The biggest advantage of the case is its excellent fit. I was satisfied from the moment I put it on.
· When combined with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, the total weight is 292g.
· The biggest advantage of the case is its excellent fit. I was satisfied from the moment I put it on.
03:37 - 04:44
3. ✨ Design and Front Protection Evaluation
· I am very satisfied with the case's design. The two-tone effect of the aramid fiber material and the bronze-colored camera area looks premium.
· The lip for front protection is minimal, so the screen protection function is somewhat disappointing. Considering the $100 price, I expect higher protection.
· The camera protection is sufficiently covered by the case's own height and the surrounding raised design.
· The lip for front protection is minimal, so the screen protection function is somewhat disappointing. Considering the $100 price, I expect higher protection.
· The camera protection is sufficiently covered by the case's own height and the surrounding raised design.
04:45 - 06:23
4. ⚠️ Case Finishing and Manufacturing Issues
· While the overall fit of the case is good, the button integration might feel slightly weak.
· The biggest issue is the poor finishing of the case. The bezel area appears slightly warped or uneven in places. This quality is not befitting a $100 price tag.
· These finishing problems are particularly noticeable on the bottom corners.
· Although the overall fit is excellent, the finishing issues are a decisive factor that makes purchasing it hesitant.
· The biggest issue is the poor finishing of the case. The bezel area appears slightly warped or uneven in places. This quality is not befitting a $100 price tag.
· These finishing problems are particularly noticeable on the bottom corners.
· Although the overall fit is excellent, the finishing issues are a decisive factor that makes purchasing it hesitant.
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5. 🖐️ Grip and Material
· The grip of the case is average. The rubberized material on the sides provides some anti-slip effect, but it's not particularly outstanding.
· Most of the case is made of aramid material, with rubberized material only applied to the side edges.
· Overall, it feels slim and not bulky, making it portable.
· Most of the case is made of aramid material, with rubberized material only applied to the side edges.
· Overall, it feels slim and not bulky, making it portable.
07:00 - 08:11
6. 🚫 Absence of Camera Control Buttons, the Biggest Drawback
· The buttons on the case themselves are easy to press and feel good.
· However, the absence of camera control buttons, despite the $100 price, is very disappointing. I consider this the height of laziness and a lack of consideration for the customer.
· The lack of camera control buttons is the biggest drawback of this case and the decisive reason to hesitate before buying.
· However, the absence of camera control buttons, despite the $100 price, is very disappointing. I consider this the height of laziness and a lack of consideration for the customer.
· The lack of camera control buttons is the biggest drawback of this case and the decisive reason to hesitate before buying.
08:12 - 08:44
7. 🔌 Bottom Ports and Overall Thickness
· The speaker and Type-C port areas at the bottom are designed with ample space, so there are no usability issues.
· The case is generally thin, making it portable. It's also slim compared to other aramid cases.
· The case is generally thin, making it portable. It's also slim compared to other aramid cases.
08:45 - 09:59
8. 🧲 MagSafe Functionality Test
· UAG cases have historically not had strong MagSafe magnets.
· This case also doesn't have very strong magnets, but it's sufficient for everyday use.
· The connection with the MagSafe charger is stable, and wallet accessories are held reasonably well. However, due to the nature of the material, there might be slight movement.
· This case also doesn't have very strong magnets, but it's sufficient for everyday use.
· The connection with the MagSafe charger is stable, and wallet accessories are held reasonably well. However, due to the nature of the material, there might be slight movement.
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9. ⭐ Final Verdict: Great Design, but Disappointing for the Price
· The UAG aramid fiber case has advantages such as an excellent design and good fit.
· However, despite the high price of $100, there are several disappointing aspects, including the absence of camera control buttons and poor finishing.
· The lack of camera control buttons, in particular, seems like a lack of consideration for the customer and is the biggest reason to hesitate before purchasing.
· While users who prioritize design and fit might consider it, it's a case that's hard to recommend when considering value for money.
· However, despite the high price of $100, there are several disappointing aspects, including the absence of camera control buttons and poor finishing.
· The lack of camera control buttons, in particular, seems like a lack of consideration for the customer and is the biggest reason to hesitate before purchasing.
· While users who prioritize design and fit might consider it, it's a case that's hard to recommend when considering value for money.