At first, I bought the olive X-Small SLNT Faraday case purely for aesthetics – that slim canvas looked way cooler than generic black leatherette options. But after two weeks of use, it’s become my car’s invisible bodyguard.

The magic happens when you snap it shut. Standing right against my Audi, pressing every button – nothing. No blinking lights, no beeps, just beautiful silence. It’s like watching a hacker slam into a brick wall. I even tested it by dangling the cased fob near the door handle (where relay attacks usually happen) – zilch.

What surprised me most was the fabric durability. Unlike cheaper alternatives I’ve tried, this doesn’t feel like a flimsy pouch – the military-grade canvas has survived being tossed in my backpack with keys and coins. The bronze inner lining (where the actual shielding happens) stays perfectly intact despite daily folding/unfolding.

Pro tip: Use the side fabric loop to attach an AirTag! I combined mine with a Tile tracker – now even if I misplace the case (hello, bright olive color!), I can locate it instantly. The snaps let me fold it into a credit-card sized block that disappears in my jeans pocket.

Only gripe? Remembering to unsnap it before approaching the car becomes second nature… after about 47 failed attempts where I stood there like an idiot yanking on locked doors. Small price to pay for knowing relay thieves would face the same frustration.