Caseology Parallax and Skyfall for Samsung Galaxy Note 8 hands-on: Attractive drop protection for less than $20
Caseology cases for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is officially available next week, but my T-Mobile one arrived early. I immediately put it into a Caseology Note 8 case, the Parallax.
Caseology sent along a black Parallax case and a black Skyfall one. The Parallax case is available now for $19.99 and the Skyfall for $18.99, both with free US shipping.
Parallax on my orchid gray Note 8
The Parallax case for the Note 8 is available in five colors. I was sent a black one to test, but you can find it in burgundy, aqua green, orchid gray, and ocean gray as well.
The Parallax case is popular thanks in large part to the interesting geometric honeycomb design found on most of the back panel. It offers a cool look and a nice feel to the hand.
Inside view of the Parallax case
Both the Parallax and Skyfall cases are composed of two parts with a TPU inner shell and hard plastic frame that extends up and around the back a bit. The black frame piece has a smooth matte finish that contrasts nicely with the black honeycomb back panel of the Parallax and clear panel on the Skyfall. The black frame can be removed separately, but it is well integrated so you may not even notice this is a two part case.
Upper back of the Parallax case
The fingerprint scanner and dual camera openings are framed in well, which makes it even easier to activate the rear fingerprint scanner. This is important as many people lament the placement of the Samsung rear fingerprint scanner so having a case like this helps.
Lower back of the Parallax case
The case provides good corner and side protection with a back that helps you hold it in your hand.
Access to ports and the S Pen
The S Pen, USB Type-C, and headphone jack are all easily accessible from the bottom of the Caseology Parallax.
Side buttons and textured sides
The buttons are easy to manipulate and there are lines in the side so you can hold onto your Note 8.
Skyfall case on the Note 8
The Skyfall case is mostly clear TPU material with the plastic frame. You can purchase one in black, blue coral, warm gold, and orchid gray. The color is contained only in the frame piece.
This image shows the Skyfall on my orchid gray Note 8 with the black highlight frame. This is a nice case to use if you want to show off the color of your Note 8 while keeping it smudge free.
Buttons and frame piece of the Skyfall
The black frame provides some drop protection for your Note 8.