Windows Central Verdict
dBrand skins are far from your average sticker.
They are thick, cut-quality vinyl that offers both style and protection to my gadgets.
I’m officially a convert to the dBrand sticker cult.
Dbrand Obsidian Skin, Triple Black and a dust cloth(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
Price and availabilityWhat you’ll likeWhat you won’t likeCompetitionShould you buy it?
I’ve always been particular about the appearance of my devices.
I admit it, I’m fickle.
Dbrand packaging(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
I even waited three weeks longer than necessary to get my latest smartphone in red.
I’vetaken apart my Steam Deck and broken itin an attempt to make it Atomic Purple.
Back in the 2000s, I was the girl who stuck tacky gems on her Motorola Razr.
Dbrand skins for Steam Deck in various colors(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
There is, and the answer is dBrand.
The company did not see the contents of the review before publishing.
you’ve got the option to find a suitable skin for almost any unit on their website.
Their marketing is known for its playful, cheeky, and sometimes borderline offensive tone.
For example, they describe the Killswitch case as “THIN.
When I ordered myRazer Blade 14skin, it arrived in just three days.
My Razer Blade 14 before applying the Dbrand skin is regularly covered in fingerprints
These high-quality vinyl stickers exceeded my expectations.
For this reason, I wouldnt recommend wrapping the entire machine in these skins.
Instead of being packed with instructions, dBrand directs you to a YouTube tutorial.
Dbrand skin(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
Now, imagine that with a $35 sticker.
The skin was easy to lift off if I didnt get the positioning right at first.
Once I was satisfied, I applied heat to the corners to seal it down.
Dbrand skin(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
What I couldn’t capture in photos is how great the logo looks as an indentation in the design.
My colleague Rebecca did a fullreview of the Killswitch case for ROG Ally here.
After much deliberation, I went for the ‘Toxic Waste’ green variant.
Dbrand skin(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
Once again, I used a hairdryer to secure the corners.
Overall, Im very happy with the result.
Can I remove a Dbrand skin without damaging my machine?
Dbrand skin(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
Removing a dBrand skin is a straightforward process, similar to applying it.
Youll need to use a bit of heat from a hairdryer to loosen the adhesive.
The skin should peel off easily if you go slowly.
Dbrand skin(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
Any leftover residue can be removed with rubbing alcohol.
Your unit should be shiny and new underneath, with no scratches.
The key is to be cautious and avoid exposing the equipment to heat for too long.
Dbrand skin(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
Spending over $50 on stickers might seem crazy, so I recommend researching thoroughly before making a purchase.
There’s alsoGadgetshieldz, who even do headphone and credit card skins if you want to go wild.
dBrand Skins: Should you buy it?
Dbrand skin(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
Last time I got a hairdryer out for my Steam Deck it ended in tragedy
Jez Corden “I have many leather-bound Xbox consoles and my apartment smells of rich mahogany."
If you want your device to look a bit different without going through a shell swap, dBrand is your answer
