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    Review: Uniq Creation Back to Basics for iPhone 5

    By Nick GuyMay 17, 2021 9:56 am UTC

    Dating back to the iPhone 3G and 3GS, Griffin’s Reveal has always had the same design: a clear plastic back combined with rubber to protect the device’s edges. The company has modestly redesigned the iPhone 4 version of Reveal to fit the iPhone 5, and surprisingly, it’s arriving at a slightly lower price point of $20 — a rare and welcome change. Uniq Creation has also decided to try its hand at the style with Back to Basics, also offered for $20. The concept is the same but the execution is slightly different. Mixing see-through and opaque materials, the looks of both companies’ cases will appeal to those who want to show off their shiny new iPhones while still protecting them.

    Review: Uniq Creation Back to Basics for iPhone 5


    Review: Uniq Creation Back to Basics for iPhone 5

    There’s really not much to Reveal. The back is one continuous plate of clear, hard plastic with a single opening for the camera and flash lined with black to prevent diffusion. Reveal’s rubber has just enough give to make it easy to wrap around the iPhone 5 while covering all three buttons along the edges. There are rounded rectangular openings along the bottom edge for the headphone port and microphone, Lightning port, and speaker. It emphasizes slimness, which we really like, and the eight color options are also appreciated.

     

    Review: Uniq Creation Back to Basics for iPhone 5

    Review: Uniq Creation Back to Basics for iPhone 5

    Back to Basics shares most of the features listed above. It’s almost exactly the same dimensions, although the rubber is rounded rather than squared off—we actually found this design a bit more comfortable to hold. The camera hole isn’t quite as tall, and the openings along the bottom are a bit tighter. There are a few bigger differences between Uniq’s and Griffin’s cases, though. First, Back to Basics only comes in two colors. Somewhat cleverly, Uniq calls the black version “Black to Basics” and the white version “White to Basics.” Each comes with a cleaning cloth and screen film, which aren’t included with Reveal. Finally, the words “BACK TO BASICS by Uniq” are printed on the back of the case, appearing between the iPhone’s Apple logo and name. For some, this extra branding may be a turn off.

     

    Review: Uniq Creation Back to Basics for iPhone 5

    Review: Uniq Creation Back to Basics for iPhone 5

    Both cases have the same weaknesses: the clear backs trap and show dust and other impurities, and the plastic easily develops scratches that mar the iPhone’s clean appearance. Even still, they look quite nice and allow the iPhone 5’s design to shine through more than with opaque case backs. Some will prefer Reveal for its many color options and totally clear back. Others will like the fact that Uniq packs in a screen film and feels a bit better in the hand. All things considered, they’re not significantly different from each other, and therefore earn the same strong general recommendation. While the cases may be a little plain the price is a major factor that makes them worthy of consideration.

    Our Rating

    B+
    Recommended

    Company and Price

    Company: Uniq Creation

    Website: www.Uniqcreation.com

    Model: Back to Basics

    Price: $20

    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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