I went with the Agent 18- it was between that and the iSkin. The winning factor for me was the fact that I had both for my old mini, and the iSkin picked up a lot of lint and dirt.
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iPod Best Case for 5G 30GB Video iPod?
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hows the one that came with the ipod... i never opened it... i just don't want scratches on my ipod... i put the the powersupport film stuff...
puckhead193 said:
its a bit tight on the 30gb one. i don't know if they use the same case for the 60gb one or not, but if they do, then it would be really tight around it.
i would go with the agent18 case though.
i ordered an iskin for mine but it hasn't come yet and i want to use something... just don't want any more scratches on it then it is...igotgame1075 said:
Yeah thats how it was at my local Apple store. They had like 10 cases for the 60GB and none for the 30, but I just thought that they were sold out of the 30GB cases since they were the more popular model this season. I hope the stores carry the 30GB model because I haven't ordered the case online yet so it would be at least 2 weeks before I get it.turtlemh said:
After looking at all the options I have decided to go with the "Contour Showcase". Its not out yet for the 5G but I contacted a representative who told me it will be out in a few weeks. I like the idea that you can open and remove the pod when you want pretty easily. I would need to do this for docks, car adapters etc.
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any silicon cases will pick up a lot of junk. they do tend to get sticky, making them hard to get out of pockets. They also add a good amount of thickness... i have never used the invisible skin thing, but it seems that would be the best.. only changing the texture of the ipod.. what is the point of buying a small ipod if the case only doubles it's size?
Because there is no other option. Apple doesnt offer the "iPod Mega". Im finding the 5g's a little small for my taste and welcome the added bulk.virus1 said:
You are correct about the silicone issue. hard to slide in and out of your pocket. Invisible Shield does the same thing.
DO YOU PEOPLE EVEN READ THE THREADS? Or do you just jump on a single post and take it out of context???adk said:
Where did I ever say "Bigger is better"?
I just personally wanted a bit more bulk.
anyone seen this case before?
http://www.saunders-usa.com/rhinoskin/?brand=248&model=249
Last week they had a version for the 30G video ipod on the site. Looks solid with that aluminum back. For me, it's between this and the Agent 18.
http://www.saunders-usa.com/rhinoskin/?brand=248&model=249
Last week they had a version for the 30G video ipod on the site. Looks solid with that aluminum back. For me, it's between this and the Agent 18.
I just got my agent 18 in the mail, its nice I like it. I left the screan protector that apple gave me on my ipod, so it protects the click wheel. I think I will wait till my apple store gets some cool looking pink ones in or I will save up for a vaja.
freeny said:DO YOU PEOPLE EVEN READ THE THREADS? Or do you just jump on a single post and take it out of context???
Where did I ever say "Bigger is better"?
I just personally wanted a bit more bulk.
Well, let's take a look at what you said again.
freeny said:
The case adds bulk (size), which you welcome (like).
Would you rather I asked why bulkier is better?
I use the invisible shield but I'm dissapointed about the lack of impact protection. I just ordered this case in black for the black 60giger:
http://www.podsplus.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&Product_ID=157
I think the pod will fit in this even with the IS. Now the scroll wheel and center button will still be protected by the shield and impacts will also be taken care and it still looks cool.
http://www.podsplus.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&Product_ID=157
I think the pod will fit in this even with the IS. Now the scroll wheel and center button will still be protected by the shield and impacts will also be taken care and it still looks cool.
Just got a ToughSkin for my 30gb and it fits great. Its a bit of a pain to put it on, but not too hard. It's perfect for going to the gym and stuff. I'm sure if I dropped it now it would be fine. My biggest complaint, the ipod video with any case is a bit too big for me, and they scratch so easily that you have to get a case. And they have no belt clip like the mini. I'm gonna have to bite the bullet and get a nano and suffer the loss of storage.
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I was going to get one of those Podsplus cases too, however, in researching I found that there is a 1/8" gap between the front of the case and the click wheel when putting the 30gig version in. Apparently, when the 60g is enclosed it fits well.
I'm still hoping that somone has heard something about Aluminum Rhinoskin case for the 5G video ipod. Aluminum back/plastic front.
I was going to get one of those Podsplus cases too, however, in researching I found that there is a 1/8" gap between the front of the case and the click wheel when putting the 30gig version in. Apparently, when the 60g is enclosed it fits well.
I'm still hoping that somone has heard something about Aluminum Rhinoskin case for the 5G video ipod. Aluminum back/plastic front.
the powersupport film is what i got for mine. its great and you cant even tell its on the ipod. plus theres no stucky stuff that wil ruin your pod.