How tough is iPhone 7 Matte Black?

I've never had a case on any iPhone (including my current 7+), but I keep it in a slip case or belt holster when not in use. If you aren't going to put a screen protector on it I suggest you do the same.

I think you know the answer. A case is an insurance policy. While I like using the phone without the case it is slippery and easily dropped, the phones worst nightmare.

The glass on the face and camera are pretty decent and difficult but not impossible to scratch.

I don't like to over do it on cases and prefer the Apple cases as they compliment the phone design. Either the silicon case or Leather that are designed to the phone keep the same sleek design while protecting the device.

Hi

If you can afford to buy new iPhone then use it without a case ?

I use a double sided leather case when i come to upgrade iphone is like new

And i get top price when i resell.

I think they are very easy to drop without a case.

Cheers

Brian

The glass on iPhones is pretty tough. However, if you routinely carry it a pocket with your keys there's a risk of scratches. If you drop the phone the glass may break, but a screen protector won't help with that.

The downside to any screen protector is that it defeats the oliophobic coating on the glass that allows you to wipe off fingerprints.

I don't have a permanent case on the phone. I have a storage case that I put the phone in when I'm not using it. I have no case or screen protector on it when I'm using it.