Griffin Elan form Case with EasyDock for iPhone 3G, 3G S (Black)

I got this case about 6 months ago. Other than the screen protector that comes with the case (which is worthless and unnecessary) I loved the case. Fit tight, looked great, and the leather had a great feel that was neither too slippery or too sticky. Provided excellent protection - survived several drops with no damage.

But after a couple of months the lower half of the case started to loosen up and wiggle around - this was a little annoying but I lived with it. The loosening has gotten worse and now the leather has started to peel off the case on two corners. So time to ditch it and get a new case.

If you change your case every few months and are looking for a nice hard-shell leather case this is a great option, but if you want your case to last a while then look elsewhere.

I had the Elan Form for my iPod Touch. I absolutely LOVED that case. In my opinion, it was the best looking one available. I was very excited to see that Griffin made one for the iPhone as well.

The Apple store near me did not have one in at the time I purchased my iPhone, so I purchased the Incase Slider Case for iPhone 3G - Black (CL59055) instead and then returned it in a week when the Griffin arrived. The Elan Form looks really nice. As other reviewers stated, the fit and finish around the edges is somewhat questionable. I still purchased it anyhow because it is such a good looking case. It has protected my iPhone well.

I have not noticed the scratches or other damage that some users have. I periodically take the case off to clean it and to make sure no dust has made its way inside the case. None so far.

The plastic screen protector, however, has developed some minor scratches and because it is not a static cling cover, dust does make its way under the protector from time to time. It is fairly easy to clean however. I am undecided whether I like this design better than a static cling one or not.

I only rate the case 3 stars because of the same problems with the leather peeling off that other users have experienced. I would have rated it 2 stars, but felt that was harsh considering the quality of other products from Griffin. The glue is weak and allows the leather to bunch up. This happens mostly as I am holding the phone to my ear for extended times. I DID take the leather off altogether. I am going to attempt to sand the plastic case to make it easier for glue to hold onto. I also am going to attempt to use a stronger glue for the leather. I hope that it works. If not, I will go back to the Incase Slider Case.

Griffin should look into their manufacturing of this case. I love all of their other products and have never had issues with any of them. I hope this review helps someone.

This case for the iPhone 3G looks great and feels great in the hand. It also fits snugly and offers good protection for the phone. However, the leather covering is glued on with rather weak adhesive. It begins to soften after roughly 90 days, and then begins to peel easily. It is especially bad when the adhesive gets warm, such as when you keep it in your pocket like I do.

For a much better alternative, look at the Incase Slider Case Incase Slider Case for iPhone 3G - Black (CL59055). It has the same general look and form fitting style, but without the leather covering. It actually feels better in the hand than the Elan Form.

I had bought this case the day I bought my phone. It was highly recommended by my salesperson for being durable, and I, being dubbed Clumzilla, bought it so I didn't break my phone leaving the store. I've dropped my phone quite a few times, and it's still working perfectly fine. The only thing I have a problem with is that the screen isn't as protected as I would like, and am therefore researching other cases, although I am quite happy with this one.

I got this case when I originally bought my iPhone 3G 3 months ago. I liked it because it was very form fitting and felt very durable. The only problem I had with the case was when I had to take the phone out to clean the screen. It seemed like no matter how much I tried to be careful, I would hook the case on the silencer switch. And now my silencer switch has broken completely off. The phone is still under warranty and Apple is replacing it for me, but it really shouldn't be necessary. Also, this case does leave small scratch marks around the edges of the phone.