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I'm using a clear SPECK case, it was like $9 at Winners. I like that it's not bulky, and the front edge is a non-slip material so it won't go flying if you put it up on the dash of the car for some reason. Pretty basic case though.
I had an Otterbox on my 3GS and appreciated the protection it provided, but it was just too bulky, and the rubber would make it hard to pull out of your pocket.
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03-20-2012, 12:59 PM
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There's no "best" case because everyones needs vary and theres a "best" case to match each and any of those needs.
That said I've always thought the Speck Candyshell was a good all around case.
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03-20-2012, 01:05 PM
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The problem with Candyshell (for me) is that the front lip deteriorates (flak badly) with any use in any leather holster. BTW, i had two candyshells that did this...newest generation from Speck. But, yeah, without the flaking problem, it is an ideal case.
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03-20-2012, 01:25 PM
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The only quip I had with the candyshell was the small hard plastic with rubber lip at the bottom near the dock broke, after months of use. Never had that flaking issue.
They're cheap on amazon though, $10 vs $35-40 at Best Buy.
I like the Speck PixelSkin HD as it improves on the design of the candyshell with the texturized back.
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03-20-2012, 01:28 PM
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I haven't been using a case for the last couple weeks, so of course last weekend I scratched the **** out of my screen by the campfire.
I blame my wife's delicious margaritas.
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03-20-2012, 02:53 PM
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Well I guess the biggest concern for me is dropping it. So the case would need to have good shock protection, which pretty much rules out any hard plastic cases.
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03-20-2012, 03:10 PM
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Well I guess the biggest concern for me is dropping it. So the case would need to have good shock protection, which pretty much rules out any hard plastic cases.
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If that is the case and you don't mind bulk, then Otter Defender is the best designed case. Just remember to punch out the screen protector and use one of your own. The attached screen protector on Defender sucks...destroys the Retina Display clarity!
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03-20-2012, 04:49 PM
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I am currently using an incase slider but I don't like it too much. I may go back to the bumpers even though the back isn't protected.
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03-20-2012, 09:33 PM
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I am currently using the "Incipio duroSHOT DRX" its perfect for me. Fits larger connectors with ease. There are reviews of the 2 different materials separating, but for me this hasn't happened yet, even if so. It was just $7 on amazon.
I have 2 Switcheasy capsule rebels, a black and white if you are interested.
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I've got the magpul exec ip4 case w/ invisasheild front cover. If you know the magpul products its a no brainer. Awesome case. Slips right in your pocket, not bulky or real sticky like some of the others. Plus it's a one piece case. I'd do it all again.
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I use the Otterbox Commuter. I had it on my 4 and kept it for the 4S although I'm thinking about getting a 4S commuter as they're a little tougher. The back panel on my 4 got cracked in two places while in the Commuter and covered on both sides with the Zagg InivisiShield-
Honestly though the cracks didn't bother me as bad as having to carry a fat@$$ defender around in my pocket would've. I wouldn't use a case at all if not for my head-crackin' lifestyle.
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Quote:
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Well I guess the biggest concern for me is dropping it. So the case would need to have good shock protection, which pretty much rules out any hard plastic cases.
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I have also used a lot and this one I use now is a freaking champ. I have thrown it from my upstairs loft down to the living room numerous times from getting angry playing poker. Dropped it several times too and nothing. It's nice because the CF doesn't really scratch and is smooth in your pocket. I couldn't be happier. I always seem to come back to it.
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03-27-2012, 04:07 AM
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I'm using a clear SPECK case, it was like $9 at Winners. I like that it's not bulky, and the front edge is a non-slip material so it won't go flying if you put it up on the dash of the car for some reason. Pretty basic case though.
I had an Otterbox on my 3GS and appreciated the protection it provided, but it was just too bulky, and the rubber would make it hard to pull out of your pocket.
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This, on SOOO many levels... That being said, I have an Otter for my Iphone4 and for my HTC   
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03-27-2012, 04:34 AM
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I spent the money on the toughest case I could find... its called lifeproof. Its fantastic, waterproof to two meters, mud dirt and sand resistant, drop resistant, and cold resistant. I take snowboarding in -20 C no problem, take it drinking with me (took a pic from inside my beer) and I'm not afraid to use it in the rain. Best 85$ I've spent on a phone case
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03-27-2012, 08:32 AM
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Sounds like a waste of $85 if you ever drop it in a pool or anything deeper than 6 ft. for that matter?
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