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    Review: The Joy Factory Airmax for iPhone 5

    By Nick GuyMay 17, 2021 9:56 am UTC

    While the general shape of The Joy Factory’s Airmax ($35) is pretty standard, the textured back gives this iPhone 5 case some unique character. We’ve never seen a soft plastic case with the kind of raised rear surface this one has. We’re not very fond of the camouflage pattern, but the design combined with the included screen film and water-resistant pouch make it worth consideration.

    Review: The Joy Factory Airmax for iPhone 5


    Review: The Joy Factory Airmax for iPhone 5

    Airmax is a one-piece case with a soft plastic bumper covering the metal edge. Although we’d prefer a slightly sturdier material, the fit is good, and it doesn’t pull away unintentionally from the iPhone’s sides. The Joy Factory tightly tailored the openings around the headphone port and microphone, Lightning port, and speaker, while also providing button coverage. While button tactility is moderately reduced, it’s not altogether destroyed. Thankfully the case forms a lip that prevents the iPhone’s screen from sitting flat.

     

    Review: The Joy Factory Airmax for iPhone 5

    Review: The Joy Factory Airmax for iPhone 5

    The back of the case features a series of soft, clear raised diamonds that The Joy Factory calls Diamond Air Cushion, claiming that the texture provides extra shock resistance. At the very least, it looks and feels cool. Despite the fact that it’s raised, it doesn’t dramatically increase the case’s bulk relative to other designs.

     

    Review: The Joy Factory Airmax for iPhone 5

    Review: The Joy Factory Airmax for iPhone 5

    It’s not the best new design we’ve ever seen, but Airmax is one of the most distinctive soft plastic cases we’ve seen in recent memory. That said, we encourage The Joy Factory to explore different patterns underneath Diamond Air Cushion, as camouflage has limited appeal. If military-style coverings are your thing, though, this case is worth checking out—good enough to merit our general recommendation.

    Our Rating

    B
    Recommended

    Company and Price

    Company: The Joy Factory

    Website: www.thejoyfactory.com

    Model: Airmax

    Price: $35

    Compatible: iPhone 5

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    Nick Guy was an Accessories Editor at iLounge. He had reviewed thousands of iPhone, iPod and iPad accessories; provided visitors comprehensive evaluations of products on the industry-leading independent authority.

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