CES 2015: LifeProof Announces Waterproof Battery Case

MacRumors · Jan 6, 2015

Today at CES, waterproof case maker LifeProof announced the fre Power, a waterproof battery case that provides 2,600 mAh of additional battery life.

LifeProof fre is the original four-proof case, designed for maximum protection against water, drops, dust and snow. The sleek structure includes a built-in screen protector and full access to all device features and functions. fre Power not only provides protection from the elements, but also adds an additional 2,600 mAh of battery power. The lithium ion battery doubles the iPhone 6 battery life, while smart charging technology automatically shuts the case off when the device is fully charged.

The new case is waterproof up to 6.6 feet for one hour and, when all the ports are closed, can be sealed for protection against dust and snow. It's also drop proof up to 6.6 feet and, according to LifeProof, meets military standards for shock and impact protection.

The company also announced the LifeActiv accessory line, a new set of mounts that allows owners to use their devices in multiple environments. The line includes the $39.99 Bike + Bar mount for bikes, motorcycles and more, the $29.99 Belt Clip for backpacks and hips and the $29.99 Multipurpose Mount for walls and mirrors and the Suction Mount for cars and glass.

It's unclear when the fre Power and LiveActiv accessories will launch, but LifeProof's website signals they will arrive in 2015. While the company revealed pricing for the accessories, it did not reveal pricing for the new waterproof battery case.

Article Link: CES 2015: LifeProof Announces Waterproof Battery Case

Yakuzahi · Jan 6, 2015

First of all, they need to come up with the iPhone 6 Plus fre case and accessories, like the beltclip holster, and then announce new thing.

willed · Jan 6, 2015

As the owner of both a Mophie juice pack and a Lifeproof case for my 4S, this is great news. And about time! Not sure why this wasn't a higher priority for them - if you're in a situation where you need a rugged, waterproof case, chances are charging options will be in short supply too.

puckhead193 · Jan 6, 2015

willed said:
As the owner of both a Mophie juice pack and a Lifeproof case for my 4S, this is great news. And about time! Not sure why this wasn't a higher priority for them - if you're in a situation where you need a rugged, waterproof case, chances are charging options will be in short supply too.

i think this is the ultimate case. Hope they make it for the 6+ by the summer!
I'll preorder it ASAP!

flyinmac · Jan 6, 2015

So no swimming with this? Sounds like it might survive a kiddie pool for up to an hour.

So much for using the phone for sealife photos or making calls while swimming in the deep end lol.

In all seriousness, this sounds like a great case for typical accidents. Like dropping them in toilets and mud puddles, or calls in the rain. Or that inevitable important call that you've been waiting for and happens to finally come in right after you've just gotten in the showers and only just got fully covered in water.

But, I still haven't figured out why so many people lose their phones in toilets. Seems that it should be fine to single task for those couple of moments. Next we'll be stocking the bathroom vanity with a microwave oven and instant food.

At that point we're only a TV and refrigerator away from never having to leave the bathroom.

Zelmung · Jan 6, 2015

flyinmac said:
So no swimming with this? Sounds like it might survive a kiddie pool for up to an hour.

So much for using the phone for sealife photos or making calls while swimming in the deep end lol.

Most water-proof cases don't protect beyond 6 feet depth because the pressure will force water through the joints.

FieldingMellish · Jan 7, 2015

With superstorm Sandy in recent memory, a case like this has a place, but kinda sorta. Because you'll be able to compute, but cell service could be all but unusable.

Hustler · Jan 7, 2015

Water resistant is a much better term, especially when talking about 6 feet.
Like my Breitling superocean steal fish is merely water resistant and at one point will let water in....at 6,600 feet.

4jasontv · Jan 7, 2015

Great. Still waiting for incipio to release the stashback for the 6+.

PowerBook-G5 · Jan 7, 2015

Call me back when battery case makers create a case that is waterproof, can charge my iPhone from 0 to 100%, and uses the LIGHTNING CONNECTOR.

John.B · Jan 7, 2015

Still waiting for the nüüd for iPhone 6 (similar to the fre but san screen protector) and associated bike mount.

<taps fingers>

B4U · Jan 7, 2015

Is it that hard for these battery case manufacturer to figure out how to make the cases with a lightning connector?

roland.g · Jan 7, 2015

I don't need something like this as an everyday case and I'm not sure with the 6 Plus that I need the extra battery. I do have a Phonesuit Flex XT charger.

But I would like a good rugged case so I can carry my 6 Plus in my pants pocket while I snowboard since my new jacket doesn't have a good spot.

2457282 · Jan 7, 2015

I checked out the website and this looks awesome for what it is, but I doubt I will ever spend $80 dollars on an accessory for a phone I only keep for about a year (two at the most). I am sure for specific use cases inluding those that keep their phones longer this make more sense.

h4ck · Jan 7, 2015

i had a lifeproof for my 5s, and i took it snorkeling with no problems - i definitely dove deeper than 6' at times, closer to 8+.. no problems. easily in for an hour or more. a lot of the specs companies give have a lot of CYA (cover your ass) wiggle room i think. they say 6' because if it craps out at 7 they warned you. realistically it's probably speced to better.

flyinmac said:
So no swimming with this? Sounds like it might survive a kiddie pool for up to an hour.

So much for using the phone for sealife photos or making calls while swimming in the deep end lol.

At that point we're only a TV and refrigerator away from never having to leave the bathroom.

you don't have a TV and fridge in your bathroom?

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PowerBook-G5 said:
Call me back when battery case makers create a case that is waterproof, can charge my iPhone from 0 to 100%, and uses the LIGHTNING CONNECTOR.

what do you mean uses the LIGHTNING CONNECTOR ? for charging the battery pack itself? why is this such a sticking point for you? most are just generic USB, ubiquitous.

Glassed Silver · Jan 7, 2015

flyinmac said:
So no swimming with this? Sounds like it might survive a kiddie pool for up to an hour.

So much for using the phone for sealife photos or making calls while swimming in the deep end lol.

In all seriousness, this sounds like a great case for typical accidents. Like dropping them in toilets and mud puddles, or calls in the rain. Or that inevitable important call that you've been waiting for and happens to finally come in right after you've just gotten in the showers and only just got fully covered in water.

But, I still haven't figured out why so many people lose their phones in toilets. Seems that it should be fine to single task for those couple of moments. Next we'll be stocking the bathroom vanity with a microwave oven and instant food.

At that point we're only a TV and refrigerator away from never having to leave the bathroom.

To be frank I'm using my phone on the toilet sometimes, but how hard is it to NOT hold it right above the bowl?

At least lean forward a bit and everything that could happen when you drop it is having it fall in your pants or on the floor.

Glassed Silver:mac

Chad-VI · Jan 7, 2015

I don't get it, how does the Touch ID function work with the case on it? Isn't it covered?

John.B · Jan 7, 2015

Chad-VI said:
I don't get it, how does the Touch ID function work with the case on it? Isn't it covered?

Starting with their 5s-specific cases, a thin film cover will still register Touch ID through it, though they advise scanning the initial prints with the case off.

Chad-VI · Jan 7, 2015

John.B said:
Starting with their 5s-specific cases, a thin film cover will still register Touch ID through it, though they advise scanning the initial prints with the case off.

Okay thanks for the info

Tilpots · Jan 7, 2015

Wish they'd take care of their core biz and release the 6+ Nuud before this garbage.

Bossem · Jan 8, 2015

Right in time after that iOS 8.1.2 update #

Peter K. · Jan 9, 2015

Glassed Silver said:
To be frank I'm using my phone on the toilet sometimes, but how hard is it to NOT hold it right above the bowl?
At least lean forward a bit and everything that could happen when you drop it is having it fall in your pants or on the floor.

Glassed Silver:mac

Major +1

I never let my phone/tablet be in the "airspace" of the toilet bowl.

Bossem · Jan 9, 2015

Neither do I

i5pro · Jan 12, 2015

But does it float?

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