Get a case for your iPod Touch 5g

BurningWater · 06:52 PM

I dropped it on the bathroom floor just once and it now has a small scratch. It's certainly not very noticeable unless I point it out.. but it's still there

I'm going to get a case before I ruin it even more

The new iPod is like a bar of soap in my hands sometimes.. I can see why they added the loop.

Atomike · Oct 13, 2012, 07:08 PM

Do these even exist yet? I was under the impression that Apple hadn't released anything to 3rd party vendors and thus cases won't be out for a while.

Zmanbaseball2 · Oct 13, 2012, 07:11 PM

Look on amazon
Look for Evecase for iPod touch its 1$ plus shipping.

BurningWater · Oct 13, 2012, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Atomike

Do these even exist yet? I was under the impression that Apple hadn't released anything to 3rd party vendors and thus cases won't be out for a while.

I don't know if they exist but I'm certainly getting one the minute they come out.

The back of this device is so easy to scratch it's a bit depressing

ninaco · Oct 13, 2012, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BurningWater

I dropped it on the bathroom floor just once and it now has a small scratch. It's certainly not very noticeable unless I point it out.. but it's still there

I'm going to get a case before I ruin it even more

The new iPod is like a bar of soap in my hands sometimes.. I can see why they added the loop.

Sorry you got the scratch! At least it's not worse than that.

The 5g touch feels slippery. I've been using the loop. Without it I'm sure I would have dropped it by now.

I don't use a cover w/my iPods, but the touch will be an exception. I'm thinking a clear skin because I don't want to add thickness or cover the color.

gerbilbox · Oct 13, 2012, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Atomike

Do these even exist yet? I was under the impression that Apple hadn't released anything to 3rd party vendors and thus cases won't be out for a while.

You're probably thinking about the specs for the Lightning connector. A few weeks ago MacRumors posted the spec sheet with precise measurements of the new iPod touch for use by accessory makers, such as for cases. I saw a few iPod touch 5 cases, but the iPod isn't nearly as popular as the iPhone so they're not in the same rush to cases out. The moment Speck releases theirs I'm ordering!

ninaco · Oct 13, 2012, 08:41 PM

I went to decalgirl looking for a skin. They don't have them yet. In fact the 5g touch isn't mentioned on the site at all. The new iPhone is, of course. And, so are skins for the iPad mini.

I bet cases for the touch are going to be a low priority for some manufacturers & they're going to concentrate on the other two Apple devices which will probably bring in a lot more revenue.

Itouch g1 · Oct 13, 2012, 10:40 PM

I just ordered a iPhone sleeve for the interim (a leather one from Spigen). Hoping it works well until the hybrid cases are available.

Plutonius · Oct 13, 2012, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BurningWater

I dropped it on the bathroom floor just once and it now has a small scratch. It's certainly not very noticeable unless I point it out.. but it's still there

I'm going to get a case before I ruin it even more

The new iPod is like a bar of soap in my hands sometimes.. I can see why they added the loop.

I got a skin for my Touch 3rd gen and it makes it very easy to hold (without the bulk of a case).

I plan on getting an IPT5 and getting a skin for it. Bestskinsever is starting to ship iPod Touch 5 skins on 10/23/12 (taking pre-orders now).

Techwriter · Oct 14, 2012, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Zmanbaseball2

Look on amazon
Look for Evecase for iPod touch its 1$ plus shipping.

Thank you! I've been looking for something like this to use after opening. I can always upgrade to a better case when choices are plentiful. Appreciate it.

Zmanbaseball2 · Oct 14, 2012, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Techwriter

Thank you! I've been looking for something like this to use after opening. I can always upgrade to a better case when choices are plentiful. Appreciate it.

Your welcome

aquaboi924 · Oct 14, 2012, 10:36 PM

i definitely would if i could find one locally...searched all the stores in my area and all they have are those silicon soft cases which i don't like. sadly, amazon is not an option for me...looks like i'd have to wait for a few more days as the touch is already out in stores...

k1lljoy · Oct 15, 2012, 08:38 AM

To me a case is mandatory and is purchased along with the device lol. No scratches on my preciousssss

cnev3 · Oct 15, 2012, 08:57 AM

Cases are good, but in my opinion, and my experience, screen protectors are almost useless. They're good for deterring fingerprints and smudges, but I have used the iPod Touch since the day the first one was released, and I have never had a single significant scratch on the screen of any of them.

edlex · Oct 15, 2012, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by cnev3

Cases are good, but in my opinion, and my experience, screen protectors are almost useless. They're good for deterring fingerprints and smudges, but I have used the iPod Touch since the day the first one was released, and I have never had a single significant scratch on the screen of any of them.

I have to agree about screen protectors and how unnecessary they are. Especially with the new gorrila glass with the oleophobic coating it doesn't even smudge. I do need a case just to not let this little thing slip out of my hands along with protecting the aluminum from scratches. I feel so stupid but I have to use the lanyard to feel safe holding it.

Rad-o · Oct 15, 2012, 12:19 PM

The 5th gen does not scratch easily as 4th gen or the iPhone ! Check YouTube .. There are some scratch tests . And small scratches aren't noticeable .

To asnwer your question , go to eBay or amazon and search for the cases . There aren't many though .. :/[COLOR="#808080"]

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BeeJee · Nov 30, 2012, 06:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BurningWater

I dropped it on the bathroom floor just once and it now has a small scratch. It's certainly not very noticeable unless I point it out.. but it's still there

I'm going to get a case before I ruin it even more

The new iPod is like a bar of soap in my hands sometimes.. I can see why they added the loop.

You dropped your phone on the floor and the only damage was a small scratch that is only noticeable when pointed out, and now you think that the 5G NEEDS to be wrapped in an ugly case? Great logic. Some of you guys act like tiny scratches are the end of the world, honestly, how do you even enjoy the thing when all you do is stare at it.

Ffosse · Dec 1, 2012, 09:56 AM

My favourite case, (I've tried out half a dozen) along with my second favourite iems:

Thetonyk123 · Dec 3, 2012, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BurningWater

The back of this device is so easy to scratch it's a bit depressing

I don't think you want to look at my 4th gen then....

RheesSnow · Dec 4, 2012, 11:01 AM

I haven't got a case on mine and touch wood I've not dropped it or had anything happen which could cause it damage (that's not to say that I won't in future). The fact you dropped it and it's got a small, non-noticeable scratch on it shows that it's made from pretty sturdy stuff but still.

Used this website before for camera cases etc and they've got a range of iPod stuff on there (some still awaiting stock - could be the Christmas rush?!?) http://www.lovecases.co.uk/ipod/ipod...covers/5g.html some do look nice but I'm unsure if I want one but I like how it originally looks without hiding it behind a case.

Oct 13, 2012, 06:40 PM	#1
BurningWater macrumors newbie Join Date: Oct 2012	Get a case for your iPod Touch 5g I dropped it on the bathroom floor just once and it now has a small scratch. It's certainly not very noticeable unless I point it out.. but it's still there I'm going to get a case before I ruin it even more The new iPod is like a bar of soap in my hands sometimes.. I can see why they added the loop. Last edited by BurningWater; Oct 13, 2012 at 06:52 PM.
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Atomike macrumors member Join Date: Oct 2008	Do these even exist yet? I was under the impression that Apple hadn't released anything to 3rd party vendors and thus cases won't be out for a while. __________________ To me owning a Mac is like owning a piece of artwork - it's way too expensive for what it does.
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Zmanbaseball2 macrumors 6502a Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Nanuet, NY, USA	Look on amazon Look for Evecase for iPod touch its 1$ plus shipping. __________________ -iPhone 5 16GB Black; iPod Touch 5 32GB Blue; iPad 1 64GB -Toshiba Satellite L645D-S4036 LED TruBrite 14-Inch Laptop Black http://www.soundimpressionsinc.com/
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Oct 13, 2012, 08:41 PM	#7
ninaco macrumors regular Join Date: Mar 2012	I went to decalgirl looking for a skin. They don't have them yet. In fact the 5g touch isn't mentioned on the site at all. The new iPhone is, of course. And, so are skins for the iPad mini. I bet cases for the touch are going to be a low priority for some manufacturers & they're going to concentrate on the other two Apple devices which will probably bring in a lot more revenue.
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Oct 13, 2012, 10:40 PM	#8
Itouch g1 macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Ottawa	I just ordered a iPhone sleeve for the interim (a leather one from Spigen). Hoping it works well until the hybrid cases are available.
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Oct 14, 2012, 10:36 PM	#12
aquaboi924 macrumors member Join Date: Oct 2012	i definitely would if i could find one locally...searched all the stores in my area and all they have are those silicon soft cases which i don't like. sadly, amazon is not an option for me...looks like i'd have to wait for a few more days as the touch is already out in stores...
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Oct 15, 2012, 08:38 AM	#13
k1lljoy macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: North Carolina	To me a case is mandatory and is purchased along with the device lol. No scratches on my preciousssss
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Oct 15, 2012, 08:57 AM	#14
cnev3 macrumors regular Join Date: Sep 2012	Cases are good, but in my opinion, and my experience, screen protectors are almost useless. They're good for deterring fingerprints and smudges, but I have used the iPod Touch since the day the first one was released, and I have never had a single significant scratch on the screen of any of them.
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Oct 15, 2012, 12:19 PM	#16
Rad-o macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2012	The 5th gen does not scratch easily as 4th gen or the iPhone ! Check YouTube .. There are some scratch tests . And small scratches aren't noticeable . To asnwer your question , go to eBay or amazon and search for the cases . There aren't many though .. :/[COLOR="#808080"] ----------
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Dec 1, 2012, 09:56 AM	#18
Ffosse macrumors member Join Date: Nov 2012	My favourite case, (I've tried out half a dozen) along with my second favourite iems:
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Dec 4, 2012, 11:01 AM	#20
RheesSnow macrumors newbie Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Birmingham UK	I haven't got a case on mine and touch wood I've not dropped it or had anything happen which could cause it damage (that's not to say that I won't in future). The fact you dropped it and it's got a small, non-noticeable scratch on it shows that it's made from pretty sturdy stuff but still. Used this website before for camera cases etc and they've got a range of iPod stuff on there (some still awaiting stock - could be the Christmas rush?!?) http://www.lovecases.co.uk/ipod/ipod...covers/5g.html some do look nice but I'm unsure if I want one but I like how it originally looks without hiding it behind a case.
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