I will review the “military grade protective case” for iPhone 16 Pro/iPhone 16 Pro Max released by mobile accessory brand PITAKA, and my impressions after wearing it on my iPhone 16 Pro. It features a luxurious design using aramid fiber and a smooth feel. It also supports MagSafe charging.
“Military grade protective case” made of lightweight, high-strength aramid fiber
PITAKA’s “Military-Grade Protective Case for iPhone 16 Series” is a case made of lightweight and strong aramid fiber, a grade used in the aerospace industry.
According to PITAKA, the “military grade protective case” indicates that it has passed the MIL-STD-810H drop test, which is the U.S. military’s equipment procurement standard.
It is sold for iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, and comes in three color variations: black/gray twill, sunset, and moonrise.
The selling price at PITAKA official online store and PITAKA Amazon official store is 10,999 yen.
In this article, we will introduce our impressions after using a review sample of the “military grade protective case” (black/gray twill) provided by the brand and attaching it to the iPhone 16 Pro.
Installed on iPhone16 Pro!
The surface of the “military grade protective case” has a luxurious finish woven with aramid fibers, giving it a smooth and smooth feel. Aramid fiber material wraps around the sides.
The inside back of the case is made of a soft felt-like material and has a built-in magnet for MagSafe.
An independent cover is fitted into the side button part, and it is structured so that it can be moved with light force.
There is a built-in NFC tag on the USB-C port side of the case. After reading the NFC tag, you can access the user registration page. This page also introduces “Pita Studio”, a collection of collaborative works between PITAKA and artists.
The side frame is made of flexible TPU material, so you can easily fit your iPhone into it.
When you hold the iPhone 16 Pro with it attached, the surface is smooth and smooth, making it difficult to get fingerprints. The sides are also smooth, so it feels a little slippery if you hold it lightly, so I thought that those with smaller hands would feel more secure if they used it with a strap or smartphone ring.
The rear camera of the iPhone 16 Pro, which has a large protruding lens, is surrounded by a raised frame and well protected.
The protrusion of the side frame around the screen is small, and when a 0.4mm thick glass film is attached, the glass film is slightly on the outside. It is not suitable for placing the screen face down on a desk, etc.
Check operability with case attached
The small overhang around the screen has the advantage that your fingers won’t get caught when performing operations using frequently used edges of the screen, such as the home bar at the bottom of the screen.
The action buttons, volume buttons, and side buttons on the side can be operated with the same feel as without the case, and the click feeling is good.
A new feature of the iPhone 16 series is that the camera control part is hollowed out and the surrounding area is sloped.
I found it easy to click, double-click, and slide my finger.
The USB-C port part is hollowed out.
Even USB-C cables with thick connectors can be inserted and removed smoothly.
Check the magnetic force of MagSafe
The “military grade protective case” is compatible with MagSafe. Wireless charging is possible with Apple’s genuine MagSafe charger.
Wireless charging stands and various accessories using MagSafe are also available.
MagSafe’s magnetic force is strong, and when I tried shaking it lightly while attached to the charging stand, the iPhone did not fall. Car holders that use MagSafe can also be used with confidence.
Summary: “Military” but slim and stylish
PITAKA’s “military grade protective case” is a slim and stylish case, unlike the rugged image you get from its name.
The luxurious finish of aramid fiber creates a calm atmosphere suitable for use by adults.
MagSafe has a strong magnetic force, so you can also use MagSafe accessories such as wireless chargers, car mounts, and smartphone stands.
If you find it slippery due to the smooth texture of the material, you may want to use a smartphone strap or a smartphone ring that utilizes MagSafe.
Unique variations using aramid fibers
In addition to the “military grade protective case”, PITAKA also sells the following unique products using aramid fiber as cases for the iPhone 16 series (all prices include tax).
Ultra-Slim Case: A case that is approximately 0.85 mm thin and approximately 17.85 grams light. (7,999 yen)
Tactile Woven Case: A case featuring a beautiful woven pattern of aramid fibers and an easy grip. (8,999 yen)
PITAKA × Aries Collaboration Luminous Case (PITAKA × Aries Collab Luminous Case): A case woven with luminous fibers in collaboration with London-based luxury streetwear brand Aries. (9,999 yen)
Reference: PITAKA Japan, Amazon PITAKA Official Store
Source: iPhone Mania
