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8 Best iPhone 4S cases 2012

Best iPhone 4S Cases

When we decided to take a look the best iPhone 4S cases 2012 for the most recent Apple handset, we knew that our hands would be full with a wide array of options. When taking our pick, we sifted through several options, each boasting of a different quality and most of them stressing on the utility value and the protection offered. And all of these alternatives mentioned below are sure to enhance the look of the iPhone 4S. After taking a good look at them, we compiled this list with the 8 best candidates for your new smartphone.

1 – Griffin Third Man 45:

Griffin Third Man 45

This one was designed mostly with music aficionados in mind. If you’re the kind who would love a blend of the latest technology with some nostalgia-inducing stuff, you probably won’t mind a 7-inch custom cut vinyl record placed on your iPhone as a part of the case’s component. Dressed in color options like black, yellow, and white, the Griffin Third Man 45 cases primarily ship with one cut LP which bears a Third Man logo. But if you are a music buff who can’t be satisfied with just one label, the company offers a set of three interchangeable EPs, each of which is graced with bands like The Raconteurs, The White Stripes, and The Dead Weather. The individual case can be purchased at $29.99, while a set of three record inserts can be ordered separately for a price of $19.99.

2 – XtremeMac Tuffwrap Shift Case:

XtremeMac Tuffwrap Shift

Introducing a color changing concept, the XtremeMac Tuffwrap Shift case comes from a manufacturer who is dedicated to making peripherals for almost all Apple products. Just like most of them in the list, this one also offers to protect the iPhone 4S, especially against dust, dirt and scratches. It is made of soft TPU material which conforms to the handset, thus easily taking its shape. But the most aesthetically attractive feature of this accessory is the heat activation which allows it to change color according to how the user touches it. It’s one among our iPhone 4S cases because it lets you show your fingerprint in color. The sheath can be picked for a price of $29.99.

3 – Case Mate DIY ID Credit Card Cases:

Case Mate DIY

Ever fancied designing a case for your handset? Or do you have a particular image which you wish would grace the back of your device? Our third pick in this list of the best iPhone 4S cases lets you do exactly that without even having to worry about the technical details. All you need to do is to either upload an image which you like, or select shapes or formats and move your mouse like a brush on the Case Mate DIY ID credit card cases website designing page. If you want to create a motif yourself, then there are several designs and patterns available for you to choose from. But if this seems like too much work for you, then you may just pick from a series of cases created by various designers. You can own this DIY case for the iPhone at a price of $35.

4 – Twelve South BookBook:

Twelve South BookBook

Like another one in our assemblage of iPhone 4S cases, here is a company dedicated towards creation of Apple-centric products. If you are a busy, but organized and clutter-free person, you might like the Twelve South BookBook. Instead of carrying important things like the wallet and the iPhone separately, it lets you conveniently port around both. As the name aptly suggests, this one is shaped like a book, or more like a diary. The body is crafted from leather and sports a vintage look. Also available for other handheld Apple gadgets, the price tag for this one reads $59.99. It measures 120.5 x 70 millimeters and is said to easily accommodate 3 cards along with some cash as well.

5 – Boxwave True Bamboo:

Boxwave True Bamboo

For the eco-friendly folks who would prefer all things natural, even for their gadgets, this option seems like something they wouldn’t mind dressing their iPhones with. Made of real bamboo, the case bears a slim form factor to keep pace with the handset. At the same time, it also offers sturdy protection with its two-piece interlocking body. Owing to its natural composition, the company highlights the unique look that each case sports. Available in natural as well as onyx shades, the web price for purchase of this sturdy cover from the company website or Amazon is $59.95.

6 – CandyShell View:

CandyShell View

Manufactured by Speck, the design of the CandyShell View case seems to have been decided keeping in mind the needs of on-the-go movie buffs, business persons, and other such individuals who carry a lot more that mere everyday entertainment in their Apple smartphones. Priced at $39.95, the front of this case appears as simple as any other aesthetically sober cover. However, the rear side carries all the utility value for this accessory. Integrated with a spring loaded retractable stand, it helps you to set up the handset in horizontal or vertical mode without any extra external support. This aids sessions of hands-free movie viewing, video chats with loved ones, or even presentations on a small screen. The available color options include black-pomodoro, white-aubergine and batwing black.

7 – Boxwave Keyboard Buddy – backlit edition:

Boxwave Keyboard Buddy

With so many smartphones sans keypads flooding the market every day and rising to become the favorites of many users, a small section of keyboard aficionados goes neglected. It’s true even in the case of iPhones. Probably considering this, a certain company called Boxwave which gave us another product in this list, dished out the Keyboard Buddy – backlit edition. While protecting the device, it also lends the functionality of a physical QWERTY keypad to you handset. The backlighting supports typing in dark settings. This slide-out keyboard case with camera cut-outs can be grabbed for less than $90 from the company’s official website as well as Amazon.

8 – Connect Design iPhone DIY:

Connect Design iPhone DIY

As the name suggests, this is a complete do-it-yourself kit. We’ve already seen the personalized back side of a case in this compilation. This one we should say, is a bit more personal as it lets you create a new design on your iPhone case every single time you’re in the mood for doing just so. Available in vibrant color options like white, blue, orange, pink, green, and black, the case ships with needles, threads and a description chart which help you go about making a design. But if you want to explore your creative side, the case seems like a suitable canvas to display your stitching talent as well as your persona. The cover is available at the official Connect Design website for a price of $18, exclusive of shipping and handling charges.

That wraps up our pick of the best iPhone 4S cases 2012 currently available in market. But from among the plethora of options to be considered, if you think we’ve missed something which stands out to be the best for you, do let us know about it.

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