Just as the headline states, this is a solid case. Or has that minimalist look and feel with an air of sophistication. If you're looking for maximum protection then look elsewhere. This case offers protection from items in your pocket or bag but drops will likely inflict more damage than you'd like. The slim notification pane is clutch and gives you access to alerts while keeping your screen protected. They could improve this design by adding thin magnets to the front and back covers to prevent the front cover from flapping during use.