The Week in iPhone 4 Cases: Commencement

27.08.2011
Ah, the end of August--time for those back-to-school trips filled with the fun of long lines, overpriced stationery, and the inevitable feeling that summer is nearly over. Luckily, the impending commencements have not slowed the flow of cases for Apple's mobile devices--which, of course, is why we're back with another of our famous--or is it --case roundups.

: The (€25) is a slim, thin, pouch-style case made entirely of hand-crafted leather and designed to fit the iPhone tightly and securely. An opening at the bottom makes it easy to remove the iPhone, while the soft interior protects your handset from scratches and minor bumps. The case comes in black, tan, brown, red, and white--each with external stitching in complementary colors.

: The ($30) is a three-piece, modular case whose interlocking plates--in red, yellow, and blue--can be combined to form a unique combination of colors that suits your particular taste. The case's impact-resistant material is flexible and protects your iPhone from unwanted bumps and scratches. A white, adhesive sticker for the back of your iPhone provides a more-vivid color appearance.

: The ($50) is a rugged, splash-proof case designed for an active lifestyle. Built from tough polycarbonate with a soft-rubber outer shell, the case wraps around your iPhone 4 without requiring the assembly of multiple parts. It comes in black, white, and black with blue, pink, purple, and orange accents.

: The is probably difficult to find outside of South Korea, but how could we pass on the chance to cover a case that incorporates a paper notepad? After all, you never know when you might get the urge to jot down a thought or two, or maybe put a sketch to paper. Now, if only you had a magical device that would allow you to that paper...

: The ($60) is a clever, bumper-like case that features a unique, metal, latching mechanism that locks a protective frame around your iPhone, removing the need to squeeze your handset into a pre-formed enclosure. The package also includes a removable back plate, giving you an added protection option if you prefer a more-traditional look.