I don't have one on my 7 Plus (I went with the Otterbox Strada series) but in the past I didn't notice any wear and tear. But if you're concerned you can always remove the piece. That might affect the warranty but I'm not sure about that...I've only had to do a warranty request once with Otterbox and that was on the outer shell of the Defender case...I think I had removed the charging port flap on it out of annoyance but they replaced it with no questions asked.
I don't have one on my 7 Plus (I went with the Otterbox Strada series) but in the past I didn't notice any wear and tear. But if you're concerned you can always remove the piece. That might affect the warranty but I'm not sure about that...I've only had to do a warranty request once with Otterbox and that was on the outer shell of the Defender case...I think I had removed the charging port flap on it out of annoyance but they replaced it with no questions asked.
thank you for your response. i understand that it's rubber, and perhaps you thought i meant "will the flap itself damage anything", but i was specifically referring to when you're charging it. i've heard of some issues. i'll most likely cut it off, but then i'm losing whatever protection from dirt/dust that the flap offers. eh, idk. thanks!
Shouldn't be an issue as it's made out of rubber.
I've used Otterbox cases and have noticed this. I have not noticed any damage to my phone or cable as a result. Over time the flap on the case might loosen up a little.
as long as the flap rests on the connector plastic housing and not resting on the rubber cable thus bending it, it should not be an issue.
Concerns with Otterbox Charging Flap/Protector?
