The Incipio dermSHOT Silicone Case for the BlackBerry Storm 2 (9520/9550) is a simple, skin-like protective case made of high-density, tear-resistant silicone. I'm not a big fan of silicone cases being that they tend to provide relatively limited drop protection. I am a clumsy person and therefore require a case that can protect from serious abuse. The dermaSHOT was designed for users who want simple, low-profile protection from minor drops and scratches without installation hassles and bulk that heavy-duty cases incur.
My first impressions of the case when removing it from the original packaging were that of any other silicone-style case: not so impressive. However, after I handled the case for a few minutes, I began to realize just how great it felt in my hands with the anti-static coating as well as the obvious durability of the material. The included viewing stand was also a welcome feature as I do a lot of reading on my Storm 2.
Many silicone-style cases are simply just thicker versions of their thin, skin cover relatives; providing scratch protection and improved grip. Don't get me wrong, skin cases have their place. It's all a matter of user preference. Heavy-duty cases bring added bulk and complicated installation routines that many users don't want. Incipio created the dermaSHOT for Storm 2 users that fit that profile.
The dermaSHOT is probably not the best case if you are looking for protection from serious abuse. It is, however, quite capable of keeping your Storm 2 cushioned from minor drops and safe from scratches. The case is thin, flexible, and very light. As stated before, the coating on the exterior of the dermaSHOT provides a great feel and slips in and out of pockets with ease.
Installation of the dermaSHOT is a trivial matter. Simply slip it over the Storm 2. The case stays put but could be a little tighter-fitting. The sides of the case are a bit loose and tend to move around while handling the Storm 2, exposing the sides of the device. All port openings lined up perfectly, including the camera features. The buttons on the Storm 2 are pressed through the case and remain protected.
The touchscreen is fully-functional and otherwise unobstructed. I did notice (again) that the somewhat flimsy sides of the case were easily pushed out when sliding my thumb across the touchscreen. Not a big deal, but somewhat annoying.
Drop protection from minimal heights is sufficient with the dermaSHOT and the anti-static coating, although smooth to the touch, does provide extra grip. Incipio has also included screen protection with the dermaSHOT. The screen film installed easily and fit just right over the touchscreen. A micro-fiber cloth is also included for clean installation of the screen film.
The silicone material of the dermaSHOT is very durable. I actually tried to tear it without success implying that the dermaSHOT will last for a while. The video stand comes as a separate piece meaning you have to lug it around with you. However, it is very useful, especially on the nightstand.
In summary, the dermaSHOT touts a very innovative design considering it is a simple, silicone case style. The durability and extremely comfortable finish make this case stand out from other silicone cases and the handy stand is a convenient addition. The dermaSHOT is compatible with the BlackBerry Storm 9520 and 9550 models and comes in several color to suit your style including Red, Blue, Purple, Magenta, and Black.
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