Best iPhone 5 case

[bobbittle]

Are we talking about this $150 case?

Amazon.com: Lifeproof Case for Apple Iphone 5 - Black: Cell Phones & Accessories

Yup. No clue why it's so much on Amazon.

$80 from Best Buy.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/LifeProof+-+Case+for+Apple%26%23174%3B+iPhone%26%23174%3B+5+-+Black/6936908.p;jsessionid=3A5B842B87B4D863EC4034022DB70779.bbolsp-app01-08?id=1218814987241&skuId=6936908&st=lifeproof%20iphone%205&cp=1&lp=1

 

[Ripper]

That 150 dollar lifeproof is just some ass trying to take advantage of the very short supply of iPhone 5 Lifeproof cases. Any retailer or even directly from lifeproof you'll find them for 79.99

 

[mlzoiss]

I have the Otterbox Defender, and I paid $50, but it is $23 on Amazon! It's a little bulky, but the kids throw it around and it covers the front and back, but my husband likes that you can still see the Apple logo on the back.

[ame=http://www.amazon.com/OtterBox-Defender-Case-iPhone-Packaging/dp/B00974L61W/ref=sr_1_10?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1354501341&sr=1-10&keywords=otterbox+defender]Amazon.com: OtterBox Defender Series Case for iPhone 5 - Retail Packaging - Punk: Cell Phones & Accessories[/ame]

 

[CBR1000rr]

I have been in the wireless industry for the last 7 years and the one thing I can tell you is that the case you choose should be based on your lifestyle.

Both Otterbox and Lifeproof are great cases but they serve different purposes. The fact that the Lifeproof case is waterproof doesn't mean much if you run it over. Same goes for the Otterbox. It's a great case and I have on many occasions tossed my phone across the room just to demonstrate it's durability. Again, This doesn't mean squat if you drop it off the boat into Geist reservoir.

As an all around case, I don't thing you can go wrong with the Defender series Otterbox. It offers the best combination of durability and moisture resistance. It is considerably less expensive and includes the belt clip that also serves as a stand if you wanted to watch some fancy You Tube video about guns and share it with your friends.

If you choose the Commutter series, you might as well choose a Speck Case.

 

[DaKruiser]

I have a cheap body glove case on mine until I can get the LifeProof case, it's worth the wait. They are much slimmer then the otterbox defender!

 

[public servant]

Here's another option.

An iPhone case you can eat - CNN.com



For the prepper that has everything.

 

[ZbornacSVT]

Just bought an Otterbox Defender on Amazon for $17.

 

[cardio1]

I have a Otterbox Defender on my IPad, IPhone5, Galaxy Nexus, and my wife's phone.

+1 Otterbox Defender

 

[dubsac]

Just bought an Otterbox Defender on Amazon for $17.

cant go wrong with the otterbox defender

 

[snowrs]

If I told you which case I got you would all make fun of me so nope.

 

[public servant]

The OtterBox Armor series is in:

http://www.otterbox.com/armor-series/armor-series,default,pg.html

 

[jakeep]

I'm using a Body Glove case and a Zagg screen protector. I'm very happy so far.

 

[! twitty]

Get serious and get liquipel. It is a chemical treatment that will make your phone waterproof. Check it out!

Liquipel | Make Your Cell Phone Watersafe, No Case Required!

 

[public servant]

Get serious and get liquipel. It is a chemical treatment that will make your phone waterproof. Check it out!

Liquipel | Make Your Cell Phone Watersafe, No Case Required!

I saw that on TV last night. $75 including return shipping for the iphone 5. You'll still need a case to protect against drops.

 

[geronimojoe85]

Running an iPhone without a case is like sex without a condom, sure it's risky, but it feels so damn good

 

[Cemetery-man]

One of the reasons I switched from my iphone 4s to the iphone 5 was because it was thinner and lighter.

I have tried every Otterbox cover and yes, they do offer great protection but they also double the size. Because of this, I always end up taking them off because they put me right back with a thick, bulky phone again. Since I am very careful with my phone I opted to go back to the ultra slim transparent silicone covers. They add absolutely no added bulk, good protection from damage and scratches, are easy to grip and you can see every feature of the phone. As for the screen, I take my phone to the nearest Verizon store and have them run it through their screen protection machine that puts on a self-healing, lifetime guaranteed film much like the "invisible shield" brand.

Tada. For about the same as I'd pay for an Otterbox, I end up with a well protected phone without the added bulk that slips into any shirt pocket without even knowing it's there.

 

[Benny]

Just bought an Otterbox Defender on Amazon for $17.

Yeah I'm seeing them for $20 and under all day long on Amazon.

I was actually going to start this exact thread today, since I'm due for an upgrade next Friday and getting the 5.

The defender looks pretty thin...Is there anything out there that is thinner yet just as durable? I'm guessing not, but I figured I'd ask.

 

[Benny]

What's up with Body Armor and why are they so cheap?

Amazon.com: ASleek Red / Black Hard Soft Hybrid High Impact Body Armor Case Cover for Apple iPhone 5 5G: Cell Phones & Accessories

 

[Benny]

I got the iPhone 5 and a Defender about a week ago. The phone is obviously awesome and the case is very solid, yet not too bulky to keep in your pocket all day.

 

[gunner69]