Nano protection

[DTphonehome]

I just picked up my shiny new 8GB Black Nano from the Apple Store soho today, but before I use it too much, I want to encase it in something to protect if from scratches and the like. I find that the resale value is much higher when it looks good. So, what protection do you guys recommend? I want to keep it slim, and don't need/like the "plastic box" cases, and I find the silicone cases a pain to get in and out of the pocket. What other options do I have?

[wchong]

you might find the next interesting:

cases (http://www.c6mfg.com/)

[DTphonehome]

you might find the next interesting:

cases (http://www.c6mfg.com/)

Nice...but looks a little bulky.

[wchong]

Nice...but looks a little bulky.

but they should be light and strong (carbon fiber).
i love that stuff. if i could just substitute my car's metal body with that......

[DTphonehome]

So...anyone find any good options?

[skipsandwichdx]

Invisible shields are wonderful. Not hard at all to apply on a nano, too.

http://www.shieldzone.com

[DTphonehome]

Invisible shields are wonderful. Not hard at all to apply on a nano, too.

http://www.shieldzone.com

Think they'll work on the new nanos, too? Considering they aren't a shiny gloss, but matte aluminum.

[Warbrain]

Think they'll work on the new nanos, too? Considering they aren't a shiny gloss, but matte aluminum.

They've got new ones for sale for the new nanos.

[Tymmz]

I just picked up my shiny new 8GB Black Nano from the Apple Store soho today, but before I use it too much, I want to encase it in something to protect if from scratches and the like. I find that the resale value is much higher when it looks good. So, what protection do you guys recommend? I want to keep it slim, and don't need/like the "plastic box" cases, and I find the silicone cases a pain to get in and out of the pocket. What other options do I have?

Are you sure you need a case?

I use mine without one and I felt quite a lot asleep with my iPod and rolled over it during the night and it doesn't show any scratches at all.

EDIT: but I don't put the iPod together with my keys or lighter in my pocket.

[®îçhå®?]

iSkins are nice. Theyh are made of a durable rubber and are good quality.

[ziwi]

If you toss it in your pocket the invisible shield will do little to protect it from pressure you put on it - the pressure may cause the lcd to crack and leak - If you have no need for dropping it in your pocket - then other cases are fine. The Shield protects from scratches and punctures - but the main damage that would inhibit the use would be a damaged screen.

What protects from that? A metal or as above carbon fiber case?

[steelfist]

it's very unlikely for the nano to break from pocket pressure unless there's a LOT of stuff or the pants are really tight

[wchong]

it's very unlikely for the nano to break from pocket pressure unless there's a LOT of stuff or the pants are really tight

or you have big thighs :D

or if you are a lady who wears tight jeans

[SAdProZ]

check out this thread (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=236066). There are alot of links to cases for the NEW nanos

[DTphonehome]

Thanks for the advice, everyone. I just got a crystal film case from Shield Zone, and it's amazing! I found exactly what I wanted!