The Week in iPhone Cases: Take 5

13.09.2012

The company has announced a full line of iPhone 5 accessories, including a number of cases, such as the (iPhone 5; $30), designed to protect while adding minimal bulk and available in black, white, green, red, grey, purple, or blue. The (iPhone 5; $50) combines two cases in one: the minimalist Surface for everyday use, and a heavy-duty protector for more active use. There's also an included holster for carrying your device around. (The protector and holster are also available as a if you already own the Surface.

Finally, the (iPhone 5; $30) combines two layers of protection to keep your handset safe from scratches and to help absorb the shocks that inevitably come with day-to-day use. The Active is available in black, white, green, red, purple, or blue.

The (iPhone 5; $30) is a snap-on case built from an impact-resistant material and coated with a soft, rubberized exterior, providing excellent protection from bumps and scratches, along with a great grip. It also comes with a convenient strap that keeps the iPhone securely tied to your wrist--perfect for taking pictures, or walking around when you don't have pockets handy. The StrapShield features a unique web-inspired design, and the case is available in white, lime, pink, blue with lime accents, blue with grey accents, or black.

The company has announced that will be updated to work with the iPhone 5. These include the (iPhone 5; $39), which keeps your handset near your cash and cards with a beautiful leather design; the (iPhone 5; $25), a clever leather pouch with a see-through window that gives you prompt access to your screen; the (iPhone 5; $39 to $45), which comes in three models designed to either slip in your pocket, attach to the shoulder strap of your bag, or clip on to your belt; the (iPhone 5; $10 to $16), a minimalistic sleeve designed to keep your handset safe while providing a splash of fashionable design; and, finally, the (iPhone 5; $35 to $39), which comes with a generous amount of room for cables, chargers, and other accessories.

The company has announced the availability of six cases for Apple's new iPhone. These include the (iPhone 5; $35), whose special polycarbonate finish includes a special cloth-like texture for a unique look; the Dash is available in black, grey, brown, orange, or blue. The (iPhone 5; $35) is a snap-on case that features a distinctive duotone chevron pattern and comes in blue/aqua, black/grey, grey/charcoal, grey/orange, lime/aqua, or pink/white. The (iPhone 5; $40) provides enhanced wrap-around protection for your handset--including the front, which is covered by a special polycarbonate screen that lets you type and use your phone without hindrance. The Shield is available in black, blue, white, black/lime, or grey/orange.