iPod Touch case reccommendations...

dkkev · Sep 17, 2009, 05:59 PM

I just purchased my first iPod Touch (32gb 3rd gen) a couple days ago online. I was wondering what suggestions you guys had for cases (obviously I'm aware the 2g cases fit the new 3g just fine) -- the only "feature" that the case must have is that the iPod needs to be able to be docked without having to remove the case.

tenand2indy · Sep 17, 2009, 06:49 PM

I am waiting on my 3g Touch to arrive. I think I am going to pick up the Speck Candy Shell.

dark-saito · Sep 17, 2009, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tenand2indy

I am waiting on my 3g Touch to arrive. I think I am going to pick up the Speck Candy Shell.

I bought one the other day... while I don't have the third gen touch yet, it is DEFINITELY much more attractive in person and the fact that it covers the tactile buttons looks flawless. The only thing I worry about it wifi reception D:

MaxPower49 · Sep 17, 2009, 08:49 PM

i just got an incase slider, but the thin piece on the bottom broke after 3 days of use.

NC MacGuy · Sep 17, 2009, 10:56 PM

Highly recommend the Switcheasy Rebel Touch.

creon · Sep 17, 2009, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MaxPower49

i just got an incase slider, but the thin piece on the bottom broke after 3 days of use.

I have been using mine for over a year. Best case I have ever owned!

SteelerMac · Sep 17, 2009, 11:28 PM

I have same questions.. although I assume there are lots of existing posts on the forum...

I bought clear hard case by DLO (clearance at Best Buy). It has a built in stand (which I thought was clever) - but it won't dock and the shell looks like it will break..

it's going back.. I am taking notes on everyone's suggestions..

The Apple Store prices are outrageous for accessories

What are good places to buy online (besides EBAY)

SteelerMac

tenand2indy · Sep 18, 2009, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NC MacGuy

Highly recommend the Switcheasy Rebel Touch.

That looks like a killer case. Thanks for the reco!

http://www.switcheasy.com/products/R...ebelTouch.php#

mzd · Sep 18, 2009, 09:42 AM

also look at the switcheasy neo touch. it is a bit slimmer than the rebel. but it is more difficult to get on the first time. i think it is a better fit though. switcheasy cases come with a dock adapter so you don't need to remove anything to dock them.

aussiechick28 · Sep 18, 2009, 10:18 AM

I have a Speck Candyshell case and i LOVE it. This is my first iPod touch and I was really worried about protecting it. Right now the colour choice is limited for the touches, but i heard a rumor that they are getting it in all the same colours as the iPhone cases. I have had no problems with wifi reception since putting the case on.

juliainor · Sep 18, 2009, 12:44 PM

I have the Speck Candyshell and am very happy with it.

TraceyS/FL · Sep 18, 2009, 12:56 PM

I bought a DLO Jam Jacket Gamer at Best Buy while i pondered the Otterbox.

http://dlo.com/products/view/JJGame_touch2G

I actually really like this case and wonder if i could go back to a normal on. It has thick ends that make it really easy to hold. You can't see them on the website very well.

Of course, cases for me tend to be all about function over looks.... and it probably wouldn't go into a pocket well if that was your goal. But dang it's easy to lie in bed and hold!

liaamikiir · Sep 18, 2009, 12:57 PM

Also a thumb up for the Switcheasy. I don't have a dock but I know it comes with the adapter. I absolutely love the case; it's solid, fits well in a pocket, and contrary to some reviews I've yet to lose the dock cover piece.

dkkev · Sep 18, 2009, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NC MacGuy

Highly recommend the Switcheasy Rebel Touch.

This one does look pretty good. How is the screen protector?

Toddgabweg · Sep 18, 2009, 08:28 PM

My ipod touch 32 gb did not arrive yet from amazon, but I did purchase this at my bestbuy... I wanted something that I could use as a case and use to go running with the ipod touch... I bought this without hearing any reviews...

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1218072202756

spazma7ik · Sep 18, 2009, 09:08 PM

I have these anti glare anti fingerprint screen protectors that I bought for 17 bucks (came with five though) and they are absolutely amazing!

I also bought a slider incase (white) and I freaking love it. Problem is is that it's so tight with the bottom piece that it causes a minor bubble at the bottom right of the protector. Though I'm sure if I trimmed the protector or shaves down a part of the case it would work flawlessly. Apparently if you just go with the power supply anti glare protectors thoughbit works perfectly with the incase slider.

So that's my recommendation for sure the incase slider.

150hp · Sep 19, 2009, 03:28 PM

I got the SwitchEasy NeoTouch. I took my time installing it & it works great. The only downside for me is the logo on the back is raised so it will not sit level on a flat surface but a bit of sandpaper will resolve that.

elpmas · Sep 20, 2009, 05:21 AM

Ty.

hajime · Sep 20, 2009, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tenand2indy

That looks like a killer case. Thanks for the reco!

http://www.switcheasy.com/products/R...ebelTouch.php#

This looks cool. I heard somebody saying that after he put this on to his iPod Touch, the power button did not work well mechanically speaking. Could anybody please confirm this?

Also, as some of you know, cases from Speck sometime caused scratches on the MBP. One of the reasons is due to the fact that dust entered through the gap between the case and the MBP. Do cases (such as those from Switcheasy, Incase, Speck) for the iPod Touch/iPhone have these problems?

SteelerMac · Sep 20, 2009, 04:41 PM

Do the 2G cases fit the 3G cases for ipod touch? (is form factor the same???)

DrawnToLife · Sep 20, 2009, 04:43 PM

It's the same size, and videos that I've seen on Youtube have shown that 2G cases fit on the 3G, so yes, 2G cases fit on the 3G snug.

hajime · Sep 21, 2009, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrawnToLife

It's the same size, and videos that I've seen on Youtube have shown that 2G cases fit on the 3G, so yes, 2G cases fit on the 3G snug.

I am a bit worry... 3G may fit into cases for 2G. However, it might not be a perfect fit. For example, a case may fit perfectly on the 2G but it may create scratch for the 3G. Do I need to worry about this?

mexxx · Sep 21, 2009, 02:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hajime

I am a bit worry... 3G may fit into cases for 2G. However, it might not be a perfect fit. For example, a case may fit perfectly on the 2G but it may create scratch for the 3G. Do I need to worry about this?

how could this be a case if they are the same exxact size......

Hilmi Hamidi · Sep 21, 2009, 03:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mexxx

how could this be a case if they are the same exxact size......

Lol, yeah.

elpmas · Sep 21, 2009, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hajime

I am a bit worry... 3G may fit into cases for 2G. However, it might not be a perfect fit. For example, a case may fit perfectly on the 2G but it may create scratch for the 3G. Do I need to worry about this?

Maybe he's just afraid for his "baby"!

Sep 17, 2009, 05:59 PM	#1
dkkev macrumors newbie Join Date: Sep 2009	iPod Touch case reccommendations... I just purchased my first iPod Touch (32gb 3rd gen) a couple days ago online. I was wondering what suggestions you guys had for cases (obviously I'm aware the 2g cases fit the new 3g just fine) -- the only "feature" that the case must have is that the iPod needs to be able to be docked without having to remove the case.
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Sep 17, 2009, 10:56 PM	#5
NC MacGuy macrumors 603 Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: The good side of the grass.	Highly recommend the Switcheasy Rebel Touch. __________________ *member #47,418*
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Sep 18, 2009, 09:42 AM	#9
mzd macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Wisconsin	also look at the switcheasy neo touch. it is a bit slimmer than the rebel. but it is more difficult to get on the first time. i think it is a better fit though. switcheasy cases come with a dock adapter so you don't need to remove anything to dock them. __________________ 2.8 C2E 24" iMac 64GB iPhone 5 www.theclothsea.com
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Sep 18, 2009, 12:57 PM	#13
liaamikiir macrumors newbie Join Date: May 2009	Also a thumb up for the Switcheasy. I don't have a dock but I know it comes with the adapter. I absolutely love the case; it's solid, fits well in a pocket, and contrary to some reviews I've yet to lose the dock cover piece. __________________ iPod Touch 16gb 2nd gen
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Sep 19, 2009, 03:28 PM	#17
150hp macrumors regular Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Door County, WI, USA	I got the SwitchEasy NeoTouch. I took my time installing it & it works great. The only downside for me is the logo on the back is raised so it will not sit level on a flat surface but a bit of sandpaper will resolve that. __________________ My Mac works for your health, does yours? World Community Grid
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Sep 17, 2009, 06:49 PM	#2
tenand2indy macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2009	I am waiting on my 3g Touch to arrive. I think I am going to pick up the Speck Candy Shell.
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Sep 17, 2009, 08:49 PM	#4
MaxPower49 macrumors 6502a Join Date: Sep 2008	i just got an incase slider, but the thin piece on the bottom broke after 3 days of use.
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Sep 17, 2009, 11:28 PM	#7
SteelerMac macrumors newbie Join Date: Sep 2009	I have same questions.. although I assume there are lots of existing posts on the forum... I bought clear hard case by DLO (clearance at Best Buy). It has a built in stand (which I thought was clever) - but it won't dock and the shell looks like it will break.. it's going back.. I am taking notes on everyone's suggestions.. The Apple Store prices are outrageous for accessories What are good places to buy online (besides EBAY) SteelerMac
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Sep 18, 2009, 10:18 AM	#10
aussiechick28 macrumors newbie Join Date: Sep 2009	I have a Speck Candyshell case and i LOVE it. This is my first iPod touch and I was really worried about protecting it. Right now the colour choice is limited for the touches, but i heard a rumor that they are getting it in all the same colours as the iPhone cases. I have had no problems with wifi reception since putting the case on.
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Sep 18, 2009, 12:44 PM	#11
juliainor macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2009	I have the Speck Candyshell and am very happy with it.
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Sep 18, 2009, 12:56 PM	#12
TraceyS/FL macrumors 68040 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: North Central Florida	I bought a DLO Jam Jacket Gamer at Best Buy while i pondered the Otterbox. http://dlo.com/products/view/JJGame_touch2G I actually really like this case and wonder if i could go back to a normal on. It has thick ends that make it really easy to hold. You can't see them on the website very well. Of course, cases for me tend to be all about function over looks.... and it probably wouldn't go into a pocket well if that was your goal. But dang it's easy to lie in bed and hold!
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Sep 18, 2009, 08:28 PM	#15
Toddgabweg macrumors member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: PA	My ipod touch 32 gb did not arrive yet from amazon, but I did purchase this at my bestbuy... I wanted something that I could use as a case and use to go running with the ipod touch... I bought this without hearing any reviews... http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1218072202756
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Sep 18, 2009, 09:08 PM	#16
spazma7ik macrumors regular Join Date: Sep 2009	I have these anti glare anti fingerprint screen protectors that I bought for 17 bucks (came with five though) and they are absolutely amazing! I also bought a slider incase (white) and I freaking love it. Problem is is that it's so tight with the bottom piece that it causes a minor bubble at the bottom right of the protector. Though I'm sure if I trimmed the protector or shaves down a part of the case it would work flawlessly. Apparently if you just go with the power supply anti glare protectors thoughbit works perfectly with the incase slider. So that's my recommendation for sure the incase slider.
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Sep 20, 2009, 05:21 AM	#18
elpmas macrumors 68000 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Where the fresh snow don't go.	Ty. __________________ 13" Macbook Pro '10 27" iMac i5 TV3 iPhone 5 32gb
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Sep 20, 2009, 04:41 PM	#20
SteelerMac macrumors newbie Join Date: Sep 2009	is new utouch same exact size as 2g Do the 2G cases fit the 3G cases for ipod touch? (is form factor the same???)
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Sep 20, 2009, 04:43 PM	#21
DrawnToLife macrumors regular Join Date: Aug 2009	It's the same size, and videos that I've seen on Youtube have shown that 2G cases fit on the 3G, so yes, 2G cases fit on the 3G snug. __________________ 32 GB iPod Touch (3rd Generation) - iOS4 - jailbreakme.com 4 GB iPod Nano (3rd Generation) Youtube\|Twitter
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