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The best iPhone case!

I'm using a handmade leather pouch from New Zealand which is simple in design and stylish called the super slim from ikonicedge.com. I've got the version which also holds your money cards and the money cards also add extra protection for the screen. Great concept and the leather they use is unequaled.
 
wish ikonicedge.com made it in a white or cream shade i know it would dis-color quick but itd look nice as hell for a few days
 
bob2131 said:
sorry to ask, but can someone simply explain the diff types of cases and protection available for the iphone? the market seems saturated and i dont know what to do. just got the phone today. seems very fragile and sensitive,

so i mean do apple recommend any kind of protection?

i tend to throw around my phone in my dirty bag and car and carry in pocket. my nokia took some wear and tear and handled it very well. iphone doesnt look as strong, and i dont wanna test it either as its so expensive.

so im looking for protection in case i drop the phone on the floor.
also do we need to protect the screen from everyday use/dust build up?

or is phone best used with nothing on the screen?

im thinking maybe a full case that flips open to reveal the naked screen.
so when its closed, the whole phone is protected. i live in a dusty environment so....

thanks.

oh and i def dont want a case that scratches the phone, as ill be selling it on once i decide to buy a diff/new model in future.
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Probably too late for you Bob2131 but as these were my questions 6 months ago forgive me for chipping in. You might consider modifying your habits if you really want to keep your iPhone in top condition.

Dust:
A flip top or book type case will not totally protect from dust.
Any case subject to dusty conditions requires dusting off before being opened otherwise debris may fall onto the iPhone when it is used. If any part of the iPhone is visible the dust is already halfway to doing it's damage.
I make my own dusty environment machining wood and doing masonry work. I now use a book style case, which doubles as my Wallet holding iPhone/cash/cards/ID/etc., which is clip mounted on my belt and covered by a sweatshirt which fully covers the wallet and pulls in tight to my shorts/trousers below it. This apparel acts as a filter and is changed dependent on conditions but always daily.
The Otterbox might be good in dust situations but I do not have personal experience of the product.

Dropping:
Any form of case is liable to be dropped and there is no guarantee that there will not be a sharp projection in just the wrong place which could do serious damage. Working at height or frequenting elevated locations where dropping the iPhone could definitely be disastrous, even if it lands on a smooth surface, needing the protection of a restraint. A restraint could be in the form of a Lanyard or Wallet Chain, which leaves the problem of fastening to the iPhone to be resolved. Because I often work outdoors and from ladders, so liable to have cold hands during winter, and being somewhat street wise a Wallet Chain is my current choice of protection. Losing my iPhone Wallet would be a serious setback so the Wallet Chain is secured by a snap hook to a chain loop which passes over my shoulder and under the opposite arm. Surplus length of the Wallet Chain slips into my side pocket and allows unhindered use of the iPhone at ear level. This setup makes for a workable drop, slash and snatch resistant setup. To enable the use of the Wallet of choice a small plate was fitted [to the Wallet] to anchor the chain and house the Belt Clip Button.

If you want to retain the sleek minimal look of the iPhone protection with Invisible Shield or BestSkinsEver film protection and perhaps a Lanyard secured by the device written about above which locks into the Charging Port may be suitable? In dusty conditions you may need a zippered pocket to hold the iPhone or wear it around the neck underneath clothing.
 
I know you said you don't like big cases, but, the Otterbox Defender is your best protection... thats the one I use.
 
Carbon Fiber cases?

Does anyone know of a TRUE carbon fiber case for the iphone 3gs that covers both sides of the iphone? I've only seen cases that cover the back.

Thanks
 
Dakotafan said:
can you even fit that thing in your pocket? I guess to each his own..
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First off, yes you can, and secondly, your not suppose to put it in your pocket...That's what the holster is for.

I've seen bad things happen to phones in pockets!!! I've never liked jamming them in there.
 
Just ordered the white incase perforated snap case. Pretty cool and different look
 
I'm sure this has been asked a thousand times before but what's the best case I can get that has a screen protector as part of the actual case? I don't want one that I have to stick on because of air bubbles/residue. Googling hasn't given me much to work with.
 
CrimsonClown said:
I'm sure this has been asked a thousand times before but what's the best case I can get that has a screen protector as part of the actual case? I don't want one that I have to stick on because of air bubbles/residue. Googling hasn't given me much to work with.
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The Otterbox Defender has a built in screen protector, but there can be issues with watermarking and the case is quite large so it may not be what you are looking for.

The Ivyskin Quattro T4 which has a glass screen protector as part of the case. I don't have any person experience with this case. I would like to pick one up soon to check out for myself.

There is also the ArtWizz SeeJacket which has a build in polycarbonate screen protector. I have also never used this case either so I can't comment on it.

Those are the only three I can really think of with built-in screen protectors.
 
Jmacman78 said:
The Otterbox Defender has a built in screen protector, but there can be issues with watermarking and the case is quite large so it may not be what you are looking for.

The Ivyskin Quattro T4 which has a glass screen protector as part of the case. I don't have any person experience with this case. I would like to pick one up soon to check out for myself.

There is also the ArtWizz SeeJacket which has a build in polycarbonate screen protector. I have also never used this case either so I can't comment on it.

Those are the only three I can really think of with built-in screen protectors.
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Thanks that's a great help, the Quattro looks like the way to go.
 
iFrogz case = beware

iFrogz Case is one you need to AVOID. The little tabs on the side are flimsy and break off or get bent; the clipping mechanism provided by the tabs isn't sufficiently strong -- it's always coming apart in my pocket if I don't grasp the ENTIRE case when I pull it out. The Case has chipped in a couple of places (and I have not dropped it and don't abuse it.) Overall I've hated it!
 
buni said:
iFrogz Case is one you need to AVOID. The little tabs on the side are flimsy and break off or get bent; the clipping mechanism provided by the tabs isn't sufficiently strong -- it's always coming apart in my pocket if I don't grasp the ENTIRE case when I pull it out. The Case has chipped in a couple of places (and I have not dropped it and don't abuse it.) Overall I've hated it!
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i don't have any issues at all with my iFrogz case... it looks just as new as the day i put it on my brand new iPhone!
 
ristb said:
Just ordered the white incase perforated snap case. Pretty cool and different look
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I saw this case a few months ago at Target and thought it was pretty cool, till I noticed it was ipod touch only. Stoked to see an iPhone model. Although it probably lets a lot of dirt and dust through the perforations.
 
TurdFerguson said:
I saw this case a few months ago at Target and thought it was pretty cool, till I noticed it was ipod touch only. Stoked to see an iPhone model. Although it probably lets a lot of dirt and dust through the perforations.
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I also saw this case at Target. All I could think of is that when you take off the case you will have all these sand blasted looking circles on your iPhone.
 
I picked up the Incipio Black NGP case today from ATT and extremely satisfield.

The back is very similar to the Incase slider matte. It's not a slider style, but slips around the phone like a skin.
 
Paul Smith leather iPhone Case

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http://store.apple.com/uk/product/TW082ZM/A

The ex-Missus/kids got me this for my 30th Birthday last year, which was rather nice of her.

:apple:
 
My iPhone Case

I just bought iPhone and got a crystal-clear case from icarecase. It is a good deal, only $7.99 including shipping. My iPhone has full protection now and it looks nice. The only thing is that I hope it can be slimmer and still keep my iPhone protected.

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what is the best iphone case

i've had about 5 or 6 cases now for my iphone 3gs. i'm in the construction business so they really dont last that long. However things might have just looked up - my mates just bought an iqdesign case. its cnc machined from a solid billet of aluminium and tehn anodised to protect it from scratches etc. looks cool too, thinking of maybe investing in one

anyone else seen it??
 
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