Can the phone be used while in case?
1384731
No, it is just a (supposedly) waterproof box. There would be no way to access anything inside the case without opening it.
1384732
No. It is an oversized hard plastic case that is crush resistant and waterproof. You can hold more than your phone in it (keys, Etc.- nothing too big it isn't GIANT either) while being active and keep them all protected. If you want something to protect your phone while being able to use it get a defender case. Hope this helps!
1384733
You can leave the phone on when it's inside the case to notify you but you will have to open up the case to use the phone.
1384734
No unfortunately because the Otter Box case is a hard shell case. I hope that helped answer your question
401217
No, but it could depend on the case. Also, cases can damage phones so be glad you have a full phone body shield :)
1201892
Since no one has said it properly, yes of course your phone application will still work while inside of a case. It can be any kind of case, this armband, a cardboard box... you name it. The app will still work.
682984
You can use the phone while in the case but it can be challenging to see if you are in sunshine. But for quick tasks or answers you can keep it in the case.
1043443
Yeah or you can even charge the case with the phone in it... you can do it both ways the choice Is all yours. ☺
1275799
Nope! You can do everything (including taking photos) with the case on. The only times I have to remove the phone from the case is to put it in an armband to go running.
1415318
Hi. If you don't close the band, then you can put the head phones. Remember this,, the case is to protect the cell against any liquid to damage it.
954945
Lay your phone on it and it charges but can't be in case unless u also have special case
1548867
Yes, you can use just the case, just throw it in your pocket or pocketbook.
1558793
I wouldn't recommend using it on its side. It is an otherwise great case though.
2177381
Yes. If you mean a case, take it off b4 you put the screen protector on so it doesnt get in the way.
1052963
There is a wide elastic strap that holds the case together when it's closed so you may be able to use it for the purpose you want. It's a great case.
1762432
No, unless the case itself gets bent. But it's metal so it can be bent back
2170594
Yes you can. That's one of the great things about this case. I highly recommend it
942876
I'm unaware if that is possible.the case is thick an very tough. I would recommend the case too anyone
1756861
probably not; the connection wire for the phone is inside the case, L-shaped, so it takes room away from the phone.
1349118
You can. It's still easier to use outside of case. I bought it for when we went to beach to protect from the elements which it did.