Can I use an iPhone 4 otterbox with a 4s?

[mtthwcmn1]

My mom has an otterbox defender for iphone 4 that she hates because it is bulky and I was wondering if it is ok for the 4s. I put it on and it seemed fine and the camera worked fine. Is this just a scam from otterbox to get them to buy a new case or will this pose problems for me?

 

[lordofthereef]

Yes you can use it.

 

[Intell]

The ambient light sensor is in a different place and may not work. And depending on which version of the iPhone 4 it came from, the mute switch may not line up correctly.

 

[lordofthereef]

The ambient light sensor is in a different place and may not work. And depending on which version of the iPhone 4 it came from, the mute switch may not line up correctly.

I didn't think of the ambient light sensor. Good call! As for the switch, I have used cases where they didn't line up. If the OP can live with it, it should still be perfectly functional.

 

[bandofbrothers]

Recycling ! Gotta love it.


3rd party accessory makers won't tho....lol

 

[cynics]

Most new cases have been modified to work with both by enlarging the mute switch opening. You may want to make sure it's not already a universal one.

 

[Randman]

I have a Defender and a Relfex case and both fit just fine with a 4 and a 4S. No issues with light sensor either.