July 2009
Beginner
416 pages
12h 12m
English
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Protecting Your iPhone
It should be called the iPhone Paradox: People buy the thinnest, sleekest, shiniest, most gorgeous smartphone in existence—and then bury it in an ugly, fat, thick carrying case. There's just something so wrong about that.
On the other hand, this thing is made of breakable glass and scratchable plastic; the instinct to protect it is perfectly understandable. Two types of accessories in particular can bring an extra layer of protection (and peace of mind): cases and screen protectors.
Cases
When you shop for a case, consider how you use your iPhone. Into sports and activity? Perhaps a brightly colored rubberized covering that lets you dial without taking it out of the case would work best. Using it as you stroll around the office all day? Consider a leather holster-style case with a belt clip. Some examples:
Griffin Technology Elan Form Graphite. Encase your iPhone 3GS or 3G in multiple layers of protection, (including a shatter-proof inner shell) and a static-peel screen shield. ($35; www.griffintechnology.com)
DLO HipCase. Available in black or brown leather (or black nylon), the HipCase lets you holster your iPhone at your side. ($30; www.dlo.com)
Belkin Grip Ergo for iPhone 3GS and 3G. Made of contoured, ridged silicone for "maximum gripability," Belkin's form-fitting ...
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