Best iPhone 4 case?

meritline.com
dealextreme.com
$2.00
priceless!

London Lad wrote:

Edodo wrote:
Quote from the website: elementcase.com

The inside of the Vapor case is lined with a very high tech shock absorbing material that reduces the G-forces of an impact. *It also creates*

*> a non-conductive barrier to help maintain the iPhone's antenna signal strength.*

So, don't you worry on the signal issue. However, $80 to $100. Bit pricey but definitely worth it. Looks the best

Sorry that's just rubbish! If you put metal between an antenna and the air its trying to transmit into or receive from it will seriously reduce the signal.

i hope you are wrong as I think it is the nicest looking case I have seen. they had other metal cases for other phones I believe and I haven't seen any reports of reception issues. I plan to order one, but it will be a few weeks after they are available so I can see if you are right or not because no matter how cool it looks if it kills the reception, it's of no use.

I am afraid I am right, it's a simple fact of electronics engineering that a metal 'screen' blocks RF.

Think about a co-ax cable, it has a braid or foil screen to prevent the RF from escaping from the centre connector and ensure it gets to the other end.

It may even have been a better solution if the metal case were actually connected to the antenna so it could act as an antenna itself.

Put your phone in a biscuit tin and see what happens after 30 seconds or so!

I tested a real carbon fibre clip on back on my ip3g and that reduced the signal a lot and CF is just a conductive weave not solid metal.

I agree its an excellent looking case / bumper and I would buy one straight away if it was made of a non metallic composite material.

I have loved having a Seidio Innocase on my 3g, so I am going for this one once it is released:

http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/bd3-hkr4iph4.htm

I'll tell you what case NOT to buy. I just returned the "Rocketfish" silicone case due to the 'square pattern' inside the case. The little squares were transferring onto the phone itself. They easily were wiped off, but over time you may have little squares all over your phone.

The Apple Bumper case is the best I have ever had on an iPhone

I'm getting this one in the clear.

http://www.ideal-case.com/iphone-4/silicone-case/ultra-clear-series.html


It's completely clear so it doesn't affect the the look of the phone, but it's silicone so its durable and absorbs inpact. It's scratch resistant. Plus it insulates the phone and keeps it from getting too hot or too cold.

I am waiting for Power support screen protectors and iSkin to come out. I've used iSkins cases on my previous iPhones and they were very good as far as protection goes. Until then, I did purchase a Rocket fish case at BB yesterday, as I am paranoid with just the bumper. I just checked mine to see if the square pattern is transferring to the phone as mentioned above, and I don't see it. However, I will be watching for it daily and I have the packaging and receipt, so I can return it if necessary. Thanks for the heads up!

Has anyone tried the Scosche screen protectors? If so, how do they compare to power support (if you've tried those)?.

I will be ordering the Sena Magnet Flipper case when they ship later this month. I've had this case for my current 3G, and a previous Treo 650, and I LOVE them. They almost completely cover the whole phone including the front, they fit snuggly, the leather and stitching is top notch, and holds up very well for wear, and you can charge the phone in the case. I like the clean look of the case. They're a bit pricy but worth it.

http://www.senacases.com/apple/iphone-4-cases/magnet-flipper/

http://stores.ebay.com/Cimo-CasesApple-iPhone-4_W0QQ_fsubZ2122440015QQ_sidZ192097565QQtrksidZp4634Q2ec0Q2em322

Six bucks, not bad.

ended up ordering an IFROGZ LUX LEAN until I can confirm any signal issues with the new element vapor case coming out this month.

just ordered one of these
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/High-quality-Hard-Case-Cover-New-Apple-iPhone-4G-4-/180526 944001?cmd=ViewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a083e8f01

goodie10 wrote:
just ordered one of these
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/High-quality-Hard-Case-Cover-New-Apple-iPhone-4G-4-/180526 944001?cmd=ViewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a083e8f01

I would be careful.. That looks like a counterfeit to me.. The quality might be really bad in person, Ed Hardy doesn't have iphone 4 cases out yet.

not bothered mate for £4.60!!
had an rip=off ed hardy on my 3gs
great fit & looked the part