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Old 04-20-2011, 12:18 PM   #1
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Any recommendations on an iphone case / cover? Do I need both? Neither? One or the other?
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Old 04-20-2011, 02:16 PM   #2
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I use an otter box defender. It's very bulky and not for everyone, but I'm a pretty clumsy person and I enjoy having peace of mind. I'm pretty sure this case could withstand a small firearm.

Otterbox makes some of the highest quality cases. This one has a thin piece of plastic that covers the screen in addition to a hard plastic skeleton that encases the phone, as well as a gelatin like casing that wraps around the skeleton. I've dropped my phone a few times and split coffee on the screen too. My phone has survived it all without even getting touched.

The screen protector doesn't interfere with operation of the phone, and you can't even tell it's there. Sometimes it does give an "oil slick" appearance, but you can massage those out.

Some people use their iPhones without any cases or screen protectors, and as long you're very careful you should be fine. The screen is really durable, but you may get some scuffs on the case.

Another option is the bumper from Apple, which just wraps the outside edge of the phone. Really minimal protection but it may protect it from short falls. Another option is a solid case that wraps the sides and backs of the phone and leaves the front open.

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Old 04-20-2011, 10:02 PM   #3
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I haven't used a case since 2008 and my phone has no damage or scratching.

The screen cover is a nice to have - I do, but it's only because my finger glides more easily on the screen if I don't. I've had the same anti-glare on since I got it.
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Old 04-21-2011, 02:56 AM   #4
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A few nights ago I dreamed I had bought an iPhone. I was afraid that I would get robbed.
So then I knew (again) that I'm very happy with my simple phone!
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Old 04-21-2011, 04:25 PM   #5
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I use an otter box defender. It's very bulky and not for everyone, but I'm a pretty clumsy person and I enjoy having peace of mind. I'm pretty sure this case could withstand a small firearm.

Otterbox makes some of the highest quality cases. This one has a thin piece of plastic that covers the screen in addition to a hard plastic skeleton that encases the phone, as well as a gelatin like casing that wraps around the skeleton. I've dropped my phone a few times and split coffee on the screen too. My phone has survived it all without even getting touched.

The screen protector doesn't interfere with operation of the phone, and you can't even tell it's there. Sometimes it does give an "oil slick" appearance, but you can massage those out.

Some people use their iPhones without any cases or screen protectors, and as long you're very careful you should be fine. The screen is really durable, but you may get some scuffs on the case.

Another option is the bumper from Apple, which just wraps the outside edge of the phone. Really minimal protection but it may protect it from short falls. Another option is a solid case that wraps the sides and backs of the phone and leaves the front open.

Do you take the iPhone out of the case when its charging?
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Old 04-21-2011, 08:53 PM   #6
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Do you take the iPhone out of the case when its charging?
Nope, the gel has a flap that flips up to plugin the charging cord. Same deal for headphones.

I've actually not had my phone out of its case since I bought it, about 7 months ago. I can only assume it's still brand new looking inside.

Otterbox does make some less bulky cases though, if you would be more interested in those:

http://www.otterbox.com/apple-iphone...efault,sc.html
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