IPhone Case Recommendations?

I've waited to buy a case for my iPhone, simply because I'm unsure of what to get. I'd like something that won't scratch the phone, is obviously protective, yet isn't overly bulky.
Can anyone offer suggestions? What are you using n your iPhone? What are the advantages? Disadvantages?
Thanks a bunch!

http://www.tuff-as-nuts.com
A little pricier than most, but they are lifetime guaranteed, hand made leather construction, and highly customizable.
I ordered one of these when I was a Treo user.. pre-iPhone days and immediately ordered one for my iPhone. Full protection, no unnecessary bulk, heavy duty, and looks professional..
I always get compliments and people asking where I got the case.

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    Hey Apple - howsabout designing one the same size and shape as the leather one, but as a HARD case - like some people have for their glasses? Leave only about 1-2mm space between the lid and the iPhone glass, so it stays slim, but also so that there is no possibility of accidentally activating the screen. Essentially it would be like a case for glasses - when you pop it open, you have the face of the iPhone in front of you. I think that would be awesome.
    (Now Mr. Jobs - I KNOW you are honest enough to pay me a little bonus for this recommendation, if it goes into production... You and I have a mutual acquaintance - we've chatted before, but I don't expect you to remember me offhand with the thousands of things you have to take care of every day).
    Cheers!

    Apple does not design, manufacture, nor put their brand on any cases manufactured by others. AFAIK, all iPhone cases are designed and manufactured by 3rd parties not associated with Apple.

  • IPhone Case With Wrist Strap?

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  • IPhone case for outdoor use?

    Hi all-
    I have an iPhone 3GS and I use it quite a bit for geocaching in all weather, in all conditions. I'm looking for a case that would protect it from the elements like snow and rain, dirt, etc., and preferably be able to be used with gloves on. This last request is not a deal-breaker, just a really-nice-to-have. I don't need it to be absolutely waterproof (I'm not going scuba diving with it, after all), but I'd definitely like to be able to take it out in a rain or snow storm without fear that it's going to be ruined.
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    http://www.otterbox.com/iphone-cases/iphone-3g-3gs-cases/iphone-3g-3gs-defender- case/
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  • Looking for a case recommendation - special requirements

    I just moved up to an i4 from an i3G, and I'm looking for a decent case to protect the entire phone. I really need something for a rugged environment, and it has to have a belt clip. I have a very active job so this isn't going to be a pocket phone or sitting in the center console of a Rolls Royce. I have a Speck Tough Case on my 3G, and besides the extreme shock protection, it completely covers everything on the face except for the display. Spec makes a "Tough Skin" for the i4 but it doesn't cover the upper area of the faceplate like their Tough Case did for the 3G.
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  • Best iPhone Case suggestions..

    I am wondering if anyone has a suggestion for my next iPhone case. I need to find one that has a beltclip. The one I have now is a Speck brand and is like a clear silicon rubberized looking case. I have dropped my phone twice now and have small cosmetic marks on the bottom of the phone where the dock connector plugs into. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

    My personal recommendation is the iskin revo - I think it is awesome.
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    - All of ports are covered - the volume, on/off switch, main menu button, headphone jack (flips back for insert) which really keeps the dust and dirt from your pocket or other areas from getting into the phone.
    - The film that goes on the screen is great - not only does it greatly minimize the smears and smudges, but the privacy effect when viewed from the side works great, it directs the light at you - not to the side, which is nice if you are looking at your phone in a theater.
    - the extra plastic shield which easily flipts to the back is a nice extra feature - I don't use it much - but I do when I put my phone in my gym bag, or bike bag for extra protectoin on the screen.
    its a good all purpose case - I don't use the clip myself though. I've dropped my phone a few times and the extra rubber on the corners provides a little extra cushion in those instances.
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  • Any Iphone case (snaps tightly) with belt clip ?

    Can anyone suggest Iphone case with belt clip (with rotation upto 90 degrees or more).
    I have tried several of them (with belt clip) all of them are not snapping iphone properly and have a feeling that iphone may fall if walk little fast.
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    I bough that case and returned it when I accidentally
    figured out how to get the phone out. Once you put
    the iPhone in the case, it's close to impossible to
    remove the phone to the point of breaking the case.
    It suggests to slide out the phone: the angle is too
    tight and it was close to scratching the screen.
    Highly not recommended and stay clear from this case!
    I agree. I bought one when I got the iPhone last week, mostly because I didn't want to use it without any case at all. You're right: it's very difficult to remove the iPhone. Plus, the belt clip feels very flimsy.
    I'm holding out for a leather case with some padding to protect the iPhone when I drop it. Ideally, I'd like one similar to the case that I bought for my Sony PDA six years ago. It was pricey (about $71 with shipping), but worth every penny. I just checked the company's Web site (http://www.vajacases.com) - they make an iPhone case, but it looks like you have to remove the phone to use it. They apparently have more designs on the way, though.
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  • For iPhone Case Lovers and their concern of Magnet Closers!!

    I recently learned that some have had issues with their iPhone when used with a cases that includes magnets for closing. Sorry mwhitted for your woes.
    While looking for a nice case for myself I became concerned of this, and decide to contact Sena about their Dockable iPhone case. This case seemed to be exactly what I was looking for, but after reading mWhitted and a few others problems I wasn't sure.
    So I sent them a e-mail with the links and question their knowledge about their product.
    This was late last night (about 1:39 am). How about 10:09 in the a.m. I get a response! A Long and thoroughly explained response (read Below).
    Great customer service! I am going to give this company a try and see how well this works.
    I have included my original e-mail to them and their response by Ronda so that you may judge for yourself.
    PS. mWhitted, aparently the case you used may not have had the proper magnets and maybe not assembled appropriately for this phone which may have caused the problem. What do you think, maybe this may have been the cause?
    Thanks for the info by the way.
    Below is my email to them.
    -----Original Message-----
    From: Stephan Singh
    Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2007 01:39 am PDT (GMT-07:00)
    Subject: Pre-Order Dockable iPhone case
    I have looked up many cases for my iPhone and I have found your Dockable one to be just the style and function I am looking for. Although recently there has been a buzz going around that the magnetic closing cases such as these have caused many iPhones to malfunction.
    I was curious as to if you had any information on this? I also wanted to send you this so that you may look into this to avoid any potential problems with your sales.
    Another question, I would like to know if it would be possible to replace the magnets in this case and apply velcro to it instead as an option for your customers?
    As far as the info that I had on the magnets, you can read tease threads from apple support forums for reference.
    http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1018081
    http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1036960&tstart=0
    Please contact me asap on this issue, for I would like to know my options on a purchase through you.
    Thank you
    Stephan
    NOW HERE IS THEIR MESSAGE BACK.
    ----- Original Message ----
    From: Sena Cases <[email protected]>
    To: [email protected]
    Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2007 10:09:26 AM
    Subject: Case Update: 1086 - Pre-Order Dockable iPhone case
    Update for Case #1086 - "Pre-Order Dockable iPhone case"
    We use only non Neodymium magnets that do not interfere with the device. We have done extensive testing with many devices to assure that the magnet use will not harm the internal applications or antenna on the devices which we manufacture cases for. Also we have long created cases for use with the IPOD nano, Ipod 3rd,4th and Ipod Video devices using the non Neodymium magnets in our cases without any interferance at all after selling thousands upon thousands of cases. Sena Cases are designed by Engineers with PhD, they are all handcrafted by skilled craftsmen who have been in the leather industry for many years making them expert leather craftsmen, our cases are not just designed by a purse maker or a designer who is thinking of only fashion and style, because of the engineering focus of the design staff they are detail oriented making sure that each and every feature and function of the device has been addressed and is accessible as well as taking wevery precaution to protect the devices and information which belongs to our loyal customers, and new customers as we hope that each person who finds their way to Sena Cases will become loyal to our products for all devices which they own now and in the future. Because our company's entire focus is PDA, Smartphone and Computer cases Sena Management and Design staff have extensively researched magnets available in the industry and magnetic substrates, with a solid plan to avoid any magnet which would harm any device we have created a case for, So the selection of the magnets available and the possible strengths that we can use are focused on a very limited type and size of magnet, sometimes even shape takes some precidence in the design of certain cases, in regards to the iPhone magnets the staff have created a new installation making the magnet undetectable on the open face of the case so that the form and shape are very sleek and suitable to the high style devbice which is in the Sena Case. Some case makers off shore may just throw a case together without considering future ramifications, These case manufacturers may be selling cases at a lower price point not created out of fine materials or more novelty type accessory cases that are often offered at a bargain price that is unbelievably inexpensive, They may be thinking when creating their own design that " this company and that company use magnets we will to..." this may be how cases get created for devices which may harm the device that they were intended to protect. Sena Cases has taken every precaution to design a slim sleek sexy iphone case that will protect your device in a very stylish fashion throughout the years that you own this expensive device.
    I will pass your forum links on to our design staff and the research group as well as our company president for review, Customer feedback is highly valued here at Sena Cases. I assure you that serious research has been done to assure that your iPHONE case will fit precisely allow access to all features and functions and to protect your investment in the device and the information which it contains as you as well as your referrals and your future business is our main focus and if we dint sweat all the little details to attempt to create you a perfect case for your device we could not expect your loyalty to our brand.
    We do also stand behind all our products with a one year warranty against any manufacturing defects. The best compliment we can receive is for a customer to refer family, friends, colleagues and strangers that they cross paths with to our cases as your refferral of our product is more valuable to us that a full page color ad in a major magazine, if your happy you will refer many people to our products who will refer their friends and so on and so on....
    Stephan, I reccomend that you avoid Neodymium magnets in what ever case you elect to purchase and you will be fine, I am hopefull that you will elect to protect your iPhone in our cases, as we make a fine product as does many competitors in the market, I am not familiar with their designs for this device so I cannot speak openly about any of them, but the iPHONE cases in our office on display as well as future designer cases to be released before the fall are all incredible. Sena Will have some leathers and designs nwever seen before by similar type device owners ever in the past, as our company has searched out new Leather vendors as well as creating our traditional line of stylish Sena cases will be releasing a designer series of cases for iPHONE because the device is phenomonal the design staff and management felt that the cases could also help carry off the devices style in a ddifferent intrepretation.
    You will love any of the Sena Cases designs which are available now or in the future., We have had customers stop by and try on the prototype cases which we have photographed and were in love with the look and fit. The sensor on the face of the case has been revised the original case designed before the device was available to accommodate the proximity/light sensors! The sensor lies above the ear piece at the top of the screen. so there will be two circular oval type openings above the screen. These cases are really off the hook, crazy cool and distinctively beautiful, I am hopeful you will enjoy owning one to protect your device.
    Regards,
    Rhonda
    PC   Windows XP  

    OK. Here it is...
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neodymium_magnet
    "Neodymium magnets are very strong in comparison to their mass..."
    A.K.A. "rare-earth magnetS".
    "While most solid state electronic devices are not effected by magnetic fields, some medical devices are not manufactured to mitigate the effects of strong magnetic fields." Maybe phones too?
    These could be the ones that I removed from my case:
    http://www.kjmagnetics.com/proddetail.asp?prod=D603
    From the above sales site:
    "Never place neodymium magnets near electronic appliances."

  • Will iphone cases work with the touch

    when looking for a case, can you use an iphone case?
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    1G Touch cases also won't work with the 2G Touch that was just released. The case is a slightly different shape and there's a volume control on the side that would be covered by a 1G case.
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  • Anybody adapt a iPhone case with or without Cover for a Z

    I recently bought a Zen. I wanted to try out a case before buying out, but haven't been able to find a case in a store.
    Last night I was looking at MicroCenter for a Zen case and I found an iphone case.
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    You can't have it both ways.
    I still stand by my original position the magnetic case will not effect the iPhone.
    Allan

  • What iphone case is the best?

    what iphone case is the best?
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    <Link Edited by Host>

    The best case, is the one you like the best.  Seriously, how can we answer that?  Everyone has their OWN favorite case.  You need to find yours.  Not to mention we have no idea what phone you have???

  • Magnetic iPhone Cases, Good or Bad Idea?

    Thinking of purchasing a new iPhone case which has a leather flip cover for the touch screen and has magnetic fasteners.
    Dose anyone know if this can affect the iPhone or it's touch screen?
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    here is the site and it is a dock ’able’ case.
    Found it on another thread here.
    http://www.senacases.com/Brands/Apple-iPhone-Cases/SENA-DOCKABLE-CASE-FOR-iPHONE

    How did you replace them?
    Did it come with that option or did you just cut them
    out?
    Lastly what case are you using?
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    case now.
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  • IPhone case question

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  • IPhone case cause bad reception ?!

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    loki357 wrote:
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