[Galaxy Note5 Accessories] WizeGuyDezignz:
Hi XDA,

I know this goes against my own advice, but I wanted to start a new thread on this to make sure my review stood alone. On to my review...

The Packaging:

The case comes packaged in a clear plastic bag for simple presentation. While nothing fancy, it does the job and keeps the case affordable.

The Look & Feel:

This review is of the clear version with the black along the frame. It is a very appealing looking case and the black lines on the back of the case aren't just for looks, they also serve a purpose. Not only do they add nicely to the aesthetics, they also are rubberized so they add grip. Grip for both while you are holding the phone and while it sits on a desk to prevent sliding. Those lines extend out to each corner of the case and there is an indention in the black rubberized plastic. Another nice touch which is mostly aesthetic in this instance. Along the right and left side of the case, there are slanted lines that protrude from the clear plastic. They are a frosted material, so once again, it adds nicely to the aesthetics but also adds some nice grip. A very nice touch. To finish things off, there is some company and model branding. There is the Poetic brand "P" logo on the back center of the case, the "Affinity" model name along the back right side and to finish things off, the "Poetic" brand name on the bottom back side on the black rubberized plastic material. All of them aren't very intrusive at all.

The Protection:

On the protection front, I would say it is medium grade. It is definitely not in the heavy duty category, but it would definitely protect for the everyday bumps and small drops. I think it is a perfect amount of protection for someone who doesn't want a super slim case that won't have much protection, but doesn't want anything as bulky as an Otterbox or even UAG for that matter. As I said, this one falls right about in the middle. It will do the job in most normal situations.

The Build:

To keep this pretty simple, this is a well made case overall with some hiccups. The case feels good and substantial enough to be confident in it. Something that often doesn't get enough attention is how the buttons feel with a case on. I am very happy to report that the button feedback with this case is nothing short of fantastic. The buttons are actually easier to press with this case on than without it. There has been a time or two where it was almost too easy to press and I accidentally woke my phone up. But it's pretty rare and not an issue in most situations. Now to the two hiccups that I have found with this case, and they both fall into the build category. First, the speaker cutout holes are not accurate. With that being said, I haven't experienced a noticeable degradation in sound quality or loudness. Last, the clear plastic does seem to scratch a bit. I have been pretty careful with the case and have used microfiber cloths to wipe it down, but I've noticed some swirl marks under certain light. But as I said, it's not noticeable at all times and it's not very heavy. I consider it a minor issue that probably won't bother most people.

The Verdict:

Overall, this case is a win. It is well made, protects a respectable amount, and has the looks to match. And all at a reasonable price of under $12. Other than a couple of minor issues, I have no problem recommending this case to anyone in the market for a nice case that will protect, show off your phone and look good in the process.

The Score:

9/10

Where to Buy:

http://www.amazon.com/Affinity-Premium-Protection-Material-Protective/dp/B013A1FTNS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1446955102&sr=8-1&keywords=poetic+affinity+note+5