Twelve South12-1661 BookBook for iPhone 6 Plus/6s Plus, black | 3-in-1 leather wallet case, display stand + removable shell

Twelve Plus hits a homer with this one. It's the second BookBook case I've purchased, the first being an earlier model for my iPhone 5s back in 2014. Loved that case, too, but I wore-and-tore it apart, the inner hard shell into which the phone snapped finally coming apart from the outer leather to which it was fastened. This updated model makes several improvements, including a tougher spine, a removable hard inner shell that allows a user to dock the phone without having to remove it from the shell itself, and a set of fittings on the inside of the leather case onto which the hard shell slides securely, either fully or halfway, allowing for my favorite feature: the ability to fold the back of the leather case to prop the hard shell up as a landscape viewing stand. There are four credit card slots and one clear plastic-covered one with an opening in the center of the plastic for a thumb to press the contents of the slot upward for quicker access (I find myself having to pull my ID card upward from the top of the slot with one hand's thumb and forefinger while using my other thumb to push upward through the plastic window's opening for best results). And there's the cash pocket beneath the card slots, essentially turning your phone case into the wallet it is. The longer versions of the BookBook made for Apple's larger phones like the 7 Plus do a better job at holding bills than the ones for their smaller offerings, as you needn't fold a bill in half to store it as with the smaller BookBook cases. Don't get me wrong; the smaller cases are still awesome, granting the same features as the cases for larger iPhones. Having to fold a bill or two to get it into a smaller space isn't a major issue; the smaller cases can take care of it. I just like the fact that the model for my larger phone allows me to put more bills into the wallet pocket while still being able to close the case. My only wish for Twelve South is that their next BookBooks are made with slightly wider spines to account for cash and card volume in the wallet case when filled and shut so that when you do close the thing, it's not keeping the case from doing so flatly, evenly with the phone's screen. It's a minor worry, however, and not worth me giving shade to this product. One last item: the quality of the leather of the BookBook is superb. It's been made to look aged, but it's both strong and supple and, as Twelve South says, it's meant to be scuffed-up with use to enhance its appearance as an old book. But, if you scratch it — and you will — and you want the scratch gone, it's wonderfully easy and quick to buff out. Oh — one last last thing: the back of the leather case, as I've said, has now been made to fold into a device stand. Very handy. What you'll find, though, if you — like me — are familiar with an older model, is that there is no longer a hole for the phone's rear camera lenses (the 7 Plus has two lenses, you know; they take up more real estate) but a cutout in the corner edge of the case's leather that goes a little more than halfway into the width of the case, to where the leather folds to accommodate the stand feature. The newer phone models' lens placement necessitate this as does the location of the case fold to ensure structural integrity. So, with that, the old "old book" look has taken a little hit, but the improvements make up for this. If you're looking for a great wallet case made of real leather white a greater function than that of something that just holds your iPhone, this is it. I counted the days for it to be released after I bought my phone and have been happy with it since I sprung it from its shipping box. It's a great-looking case, useful, and — if I might add — it smells amazing!

I have been using a "Book" style case for my phone for years (this is my third phone and third case). This is the first one that has a quick release to take the phone out and I LOVE IT. With the wireless charger I found that the phone is more secure and charges faster without the case...and so being able to remove the bulk of the case is a simple slide out move is great...I can also take the phone without the case but still have a bit of protection as well. The case is slightly bigger than the previous one (without the slide out aspect) I have not found this to be an issue. The case remains closed when placed on a table and looks pretty good.The one issue that I have with this case is durability of the leather finish: the gilt rubs off (from the first time I used it) and there are scuff marks on the leather. After a few weeks I found that it simply looks like an antique book and does not really bother me...but bear that in mind.I will buy it again.

This is my fourth BookBook and it is the best quality so far. Unlike previous BookBooks for the iPhone, this one uses smooth leather (not suede) for the interior pockets. I have the black case for my jet black iPhone 7 and the look is stunning. The three card slots easily accommodate four cards (two cards in the top slot) plus my drivers license in the fourth slot (the one with the clear plastic window. I have only a couple of minor concerns: (1) The front flap does not lie flat against the iPhone. This may improve with time and use. It may also be due to the plastic case being a bit deeper than that used for the iPhone 6s. (2) The back of the case has a cut out to accommodate the camera and flash. While this allows one to use the camera without having to remove the phone from the case, it also does not provide any protection for the camera lens. For me it is an acceptable trade off. As with previous BookBooks, I applied some Nikwax to the the outer leather surfaces to provide protection against water and premature wear. I love the look and feel of the BookBook case and I find it easy to use my phone in the case.

Update: Great product, seems to be well built. I am removing one star due to being shipped a returned or refurb originally.I will update this review after I receive the new unit. The leather on the "binding" on the outside of the book book arrived with the leather already peeling off. Also some knicks on the hard shell plastic case. Not sure how I received what appears to be a used unit.

I have had this BookBook (iPhone 7 Plus) for about a month. I was weary about purchasing it due to some of the reviews about credit cards falling out and premature wear. I have not experienced anything like this. Perhaps these reviews are tied to prior versions for older phones?This phone case is fantastic. The credit card slots are tight, but not crazily so. It has not worn at all other a slight patina on the outside binding which makes it even nicer. I have 4 credit cards and my ID in it along with a few bills. Anything more and it becomes too thick for my taste (and remains slightly open when laid flat).I get lots of questions and compliments on it.

I had one of these for my iPhone 6+ and since I have recently upgraded to a 8+ and the old case wouldn't fit the new phone I needed a new one.The BookBook case is a very durable and inconspicuous looking case and I wanted to get another.After using it for a few weeks I'm happy with the new changes in the manufacturing of the case, I no longer get smudges on the screen from the leather (nice work 12 South).The plastic insert isn't as easy to take off or put on the phone (easy to remove from the case though) but since you rarely do that it's not an issue.

Excellent case!

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It fits my iPhone 8 very well. It has a very nice almost suede feel to it. I would think it will get even better looking with age. It is a little thicker than I'd like but it does fit into my back pocket just fine. The credit card slips are also a good fit.

Il m’a déjà sauvé à 3 ou 4 reprises de chutes de mon appareil.

Great case to use. Love the look. It gets more distressed as you use it. I do find it a bit trickier to unhook the phone from the case when I need too