[Shanicenicolle]

So i've noticed with one of my cases it interrupts my signal and I can't connect to gps and my text messages won't come in or out. Has anyone else noticed this?

Here's a picture of the offending case:


Sent from my Red GS3

[Tarant]

I have heard and seen cases with metal in them cause signal problems,

[Shanicenicolle]

I have heard and seen cases with metal in them cause signal problems,

Yea I thought so, I'm pretty sure this case is plastic tho so I was a little put off

Sent from my Red GS3

[mty msi]

As I am considering an aluminum case I would be very interested to hear from anyone who has had experience using one with any brand/model phone. Especially if the metal case caused reception/transmit issues with the phone or the GPS. Thanks in advance for all replies!

[Mychaela Hardy]

Yes I just got a "gold" aluminum case and when it is on I have no phone or messaging signal. It looks cool but.... that's where the coolness ends. I also cannot use square to receive payments when it is on. And I have a Samsung galaxy 3.

[danvee]

Yep.
Metal shields and signal strength don't mix, especially when you've got NFC on the back of the phone and slap a piece of aluminum over it.
Even plated plastic can do it to a degree, as the plating is usually vacuum deposited aluminum.