Finding a case for your shiny new Samsung Galaxy S5 can be as simple as getting the first case you see, or as hard as having to do hours upon hours of research to find one that will keep your device safe from the daily struggles of modern day life.Well, if you fall in the latter category, then do we have a great option for you. Today we are taking a look at one such case, the Kraken A.M.S Case for the Samsung Galaxy S5 by Trident, that not only offers a superb protection but does so in a sleek manner, a true rugged knight.
Trident Kraken AMS Series Case for the Samsung Galaxy S5
Design and Build Quality
The Kraken A.M.S Case is composed of hardened polycarbonate materials with over-molded shock-absorbing TPE, on both the outside and inside. On the corners, you also get some added protection where the shock absorbing padding is since one of the most likely places your phone is going to hit if it falls are the corners. While this is great and all, but how do they feel to the touch? Thankfully, the answer is comfortable. One of my biggest gripes with cases is how some of them tend to offer great protection, they look fantastic, but alas, they feel awful to the touch. The device is going to spend most of its time in our hands, so it only makes sense that case manufacturers take the time to make sure that they feel comfortable to the touch. Anyway, I digress.
There are two layers to the Kraken A.M.S Case, one being the front part that also hold the screen protector, and the bulk of the device, the back. The screen protector does have an opening on the bottom where the home button is so that, unfortunately, does not get any kind of protection. Most ports are covered to help keep out dust, but don’t expect the case to make your Samsung Galaxy S5 waterproof (which would be pointless, as the smartphone is waterproof straight from the factory.), but it will help keep out dust and other particles from touching the device. We all know that those evil dust bunnies are keen on ruining our lives.
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- Drop (Mil-STD-810F, Method 516.5) – 26 drops onto concrete from 4ft.
- Vibration (Mil-STD-810F, Method 514.5) from 20-2000Hz across 3 different axes for a total of 18 hours.
- Dust (Mil-STD-810F, Method 510.4) – blow dust for 3 hours at 29 ft / sec.
- Sand (Mil-STD-810F, Method 510.4) – blow sand for 3 hours at 59 ft / sec.
- Rain (Mil-STD-810F, Method 506.4) – 7.9 inches per hour of rain at 40 mph wind velocity for 1 hour.
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Special Features
One of the best features about the Kraken A.M.S Case for the Samsung Galaxy S5 is the stand on the back of the device. Now you can watch all of your favorite shows while you work on that essay that is due in an hour, you know, just watch your shows… The stand allows you to stand the device in both portrait or landscape modes.
On the back layer, you get one large opening where the camera is allowed to shine through and a smaller port on the lower left-hand corner where the speakers are located. Right in the middle you get the added bonus of a stand, which we will address in more detail later on.
Overall, the Kraken A.M.S Case provides protection from many kinds of damage, as it holds various kinds of certifications, such as:
Final Thoughts
The Kraken A.M.S is a great option for those that like rugged cases. It provides excellent protection, and for the price, you would be hard-pressed to find a better case. The kickstand is a great added feature, and for those of you that like to carry your phones on your waist, it also comes with a belt holster. The Kraken A.M.S does what supposed to do, and that is protect your device from damage and the case delivers on that front. What makes it even better, in my personal opinion, is the comfort level I experience when using the device, which is usually not the case for cases of this kind. If you wish to purchase one for yourself, or just get some more information regarding the Kraken A.M.S, you can head over to Amazon using the link provided.
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