Pros: Excellent protection, really like the active S-View feature (when it works-more on this below). Case is extremely scratch resistant. When the cover is folded back, the phone lays flat. There is no detriment to the audio during calls or the external speakers that I can tell.

Cons: A few minor gripes here, only worth about 1-1.5 star. The window attracts fingerprints like nobody's business. I seem to be constantly wiping it down, although it only shows when the screen is dark. When the case is folded back, it covers the rear camera. Also holding the phone this way smudges the inside of the window.

Overall Review: As great as it is, the Galaxy Note 3 is huge for a smartphone. The last thing anyone needs is to add to the bulk.. This case offers excellent protection and actually adds to the functionality. It's obvious that a lot of thought went into this, and well worth the money. You can (kind of) use the case as a stand, but only completely vertical, making the slightest bump knock it over. Lastly, the case replaces the back cover, giving it access to the S-View features. After about 3 weeks, it stopped turning on S-View when the case is closed. I'm not blaming the case yet, but I'll update when I know more.