Rounding up the new iPod touch and iPod nano cases

03.09.2010
As you all know, it's never a proper aftermath of an iPod event without some new cases, and we here at are more than happy to present some of the first options available for that iPod Touch or Nano in your pre-order basket. From protective covers to eighties-inspired wrist straps, we've got a little something for every kind of case lover--except maybe a wrist-watch adapter for the Nano (and if someone wants to get on that before Halloween, I would be much obliged).

From the looks of things, Belkin is getting ready to unleash a whole army of iPod Touch cases on the unsuspecting public starting in September. The company says they've identified "five main ways people carry their iPod," and have developed three categories for the cases they've created based on this knowledge.

The first category, Grip cases, features covers like the (available in translucent black or translucent taro), offering an ergonomically sound design with removable hand strap. Also in this category are the and , which add texture to increase gripability; the , a smooth, gloss case; and the , a hard leather case featuring "a unique combination of grip and style."

Two Shield cases protect your iPod Touch without packing on the extra ounces--the solid-color polycarbonate with clear back window, and the super-thin snap-on .