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Lander's New 'Torrey' ThermoLine Heat and Cold Resistant iPhone Cases Now Available Exclusively From Apple

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Apple retail stores and the online Apple Store are now offering an iPhone case from Lander that's designed to be used in extreme weather conditions, protecting the iPhone from both hot and cold with an insulated lining.

The new Torrey Case , available for all of Apple's recent iPhones, is equipped with a layer of ThermoLine, which regulates and insulates against harsh temperatures.

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Apple's iPhones list an operating temperature of 32°F to 95° F and can become non-functional in temperatures outside of those parameters, rendering a device inoperable or less functional in extremely hot or extremely cold weather. In cold weather, the screen can become unresponsive and the iPhone can shut off when the battery inside drops to a certain temperature, and in hot weather, the processor can overheat leading to the same issues.

The ThermoLine interior of Lander's Torrey Case has been tested to help protect the iPhone against the effects of climates ranging from 0°F to 120°F.

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We were able to go hands-on with the new Torrey Case ahead of its launch, and while we couldn't adequately test its thermal capabilities here in balmy Northern California, we can speak to its design.

The ThermoLine lining inside of the case is built into the back, with the rest of the accessory constructed from a flexible TPU material that also offers protection from drops and damage.

The case wraps all the way around the iPhone and covers up the volume and side buttons, while leaving the mute switch, Lightning port, and speakers uncovered. There's also a camera cutout, and a raised lip protects the display when the iPhone is face down.

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Lander's Torrey isn't a case that's designed to offer full protection from snow, mud, water, and other elements like an Otterbox - it's strictly for thermal protection. The soft, rubbery material definitely offers cushion against drops, though. Lander says it will protect against drops up to 10 feet.

This is a thin case that adds surprisingly little bulk to the iPhone given its capabilities, and it's just a bit thicker and bulkier than one of Apple's own silicone iPhone cases. It comes in Mauve, Blue, Taupe, and Black (we tested black) and there's an included strap that can attach to the back for when you're using your iPhone for vigorous activities.

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The addition of the strap is useful for times when you might want to use your iPhone in dangerous conditions where dropping it is a possibility, and the strap itself is both sturdy and easily removable for times when you don't want it attached.

Design wise, the case has a stylish speckled look with soft, rounded corners that nicely complement the iPhone X. All in all, it's an attractive case on its own even without the thermal protection features.

The Lander Torrey Case is available for iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, and iPhone 7. It can be purchased from the Apple online store or at Apple retail locations for $39.95. It can also be purchased directly from Lander's website.

Article Link: Lander's New 'Torrey' ThermoLine Heat and Cold Resistant iPhone Cases Now Available Exclusively From Apple
 
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https://www.macrumors.com/2018/07/24/lander-torrey-thermoline-iphone-case-apple/
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Actually, I kinda dig this. It being (comparatively) inexpensive, slim, touting thermal efficiency, and offering 10 foot drop protection? Voodoo I say.

I think the surefire way to test would be mounting it on your dash, wirelessly charging, and using Maps with Strutt in the background to take a road trip during the summer.

I might be able to put it to the test soon, actually. lol

Edit: Or not, since the version for the X isn't on the store.
 
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Awesome, I have been looking for something like this when I go skiing. Until now I have been using a jacket with a special pocket to store my phone.

No X version though... :/

Edit: yay, finally the X version is available on the Apple store.
 
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Insulation goes both ways. It’ll keep the heat your phone generates bottled up, which can’t be good. Living in a cold climate, I can’t recall anyone having problems with a phone being too cold. It’s a silly set of claims.

Snake oil, at best, harmful at worst.
 
RC Mike said:
Insulation goes both ways. It’ll keep the heat your phone generates bottled up, which can’t be good. Living in a cold climate, I can’t recall anyone having problems with a phone being too cold. It’s a silly set of claims.

Snake oil, at best, harmful at worst.
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You've never used a phone outside in the winter then. I've seen my phones act wonky in the winter, and I wouldn't even consider my area a "cold climate."

I'm more interested in how it helps in the heat.
 
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If this works, it could a good option for me during the summer/winter as I walk to the office on most days.

As others have mentioned, the X version is not listed. Is the article incorrect or will it be available at a later date?
 
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RC Mike said:
Insulation goes both ways. It’ll keep the heat your phone generates bottled up, which can’t be good. Living in a cold climate, I can’t recall anyone having problems with a phone being too cold. It’s a silly set of claims.

Snake oil, at best, harmful at worst.
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@RC Mike What do you consider cold? Here, where temperatures regularly hit -30C in the winter, we definitely experience problems with our phones due to the cold. Don’t comment on what you don’t know.
 
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RC Mike said:
Insulation goes both ways. It’ll keep the heat your phone generates bottled up, which can’t be good. Living in a cold climate, I can’t recall anyone having problems with a phone being too cold. It’s a silly set of claims.

Snake oil, at best, harmful at worst.
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I wear a base layer under my suit pants, winter boots and a parka for my walk to the office during the winter. The windchill is often negative (Fahrenheit). I am warm, but I can’t say the same for my phone. It definitely acts up in these temperatures.
 
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If the phone is already overheating in hot weather while on a charger, another layer of insulation is just going to exacerbate that. This feels like a solution that kind of misses the actual problem.
 
I have definitely had problems with the cold when skiing (phone in a pocket in my jacket). For heat, it can be very surprising how quickly a phone can overheat when boating, so even 20-30 minutes in the sun can shut it down. So while I don't need a case, I don't think these features are a waste, if they work.
 
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I bought one for when I travel. I don’t care about the thermal thing... it’s just a really nicely made case, and the lanyard will be helpful when I’m using my phone as my main camera.
 
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H3LL5P4WN said:
Sorry, I assumed you had a X based on most of the comments in the thread. I'd still like to see some pics if you're able to share some.
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No worries... I believe the X version looks really similar. Unfortunately for photos I’m about to go to bed! (I’m in Australia) I tried to grab a photo but the lighting at night in my house looks terrible.

The photos above are actually pretty accurate...
 
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No worries... I believe the X version looks really similar. Unfortunately for photos I’m about to go to bed! (I’m in Australia) I tried to grab a photo but the lighting at night in my house looks terrible.

The photos above are actually pretty accurate...
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So the colors in the pics in MR's article are accurate then? Have a nice night.
 
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