Contour Design iSee, Flick, and HardSkin Cases for iPhone 3G Reviewed
The iPhone is a uniquely designed phone with a stylish form factor. However, due to the size of its screen it is prone to be easily damaged. Protecting the iPhone is important and there are various methods to keep the iPhone safe. Cases are one form of protection that most iPhone users employ.
Contour Design is a company well known for its various iPod/iPhone cases. With the release of the iPhone 3G, they have updated some of their previous models with the 3G versions.
If you like the minimalist approach and keeping your iPhone’s appearance true to its original form, then the Contour Design case may be the model for you. Want a good grip on your iPhone and provide ample protection, then the is up your alley. Finally, if you want to see your iPhone 3G and keep it safe from most impacts, then the iSee iPhone 3G is the case to have.
Today, I will test these three cases and give you my thoughts on each of them.
Let’s get started……
Contour Design iSee, Flick, and HardSkin Cases for iPhone 3G Reviewed
Reviewed by: Tomas Ratas
Sponsor: Contour Design
Tech Specs,Features or the Basic Info:
Searching for a case that’s stylish and protective, yet easy to use? Then slide your iPhone 3G into the Contour Flick and Flick it closed. iPhone 3G need a quick re-charge? No problem. Flick open the case and dock the iPhone without taking it out. Once it’s charged, grab it off the dock and Flick it closed. Want to upload the latest album or movie? Just Flick open the case. iPhone dirty? Yep, Flick it open and slide it out. Introducing the Contour Flick, because technology’s already tough enough to use.
From the streamlined, low profile design to the slide and Flick mechanics of the case, the Flick could not get any easier or natural to use. Consisting of only two lightweight polycarbonate pieces joined by a recessed rubber hinge, the Contour Flick is as simple as it gets. Just slide it and Flick it. The Contour Flick, re-writing the manual on case technology.
Features
- -Two-piece polycarbonate slide case joined by a recessed rubber hinge
- -Dock iPhone 3G while still in the case
- -Full access to the dock port, headphone jack, touch screen, camera, sensors, antenna, hold switch, and volume buttons
- -Removable silicone cover for the hold button
- -Weight: 0.5 oz (14.2 g)
HardSkin iPhone 3G
Based off of the iSee iPhone 3G, the Contour HardSkin retains all of the protective qualities of its underlying chassis. From the sleek, durable hardshell to the click through buttons covering the volume and power switches, the HardSkin iPhone 3G offers total protection while still allowing full access to all of the controls. Add to all that a rich rubber texture finish and you will know, without a doubt, when you are holding a Contour HardSkin.
Features
- -Rubber finished polycarbonate case
- -Two-piece easy on, easy off snap together aseembly
- -Full access to the dock port, touch screen, camera, sensors, antenna, hold switch, and volume buttons
- -Removable silicone covers for the volume and hold buttons
- -Weight: 0.8 oz (22.7 g)
iSee iPhone 3G
Hot on the heels of the iPhone 3G, Contour Design’s iSee iPhone 3G has arrived. Matching the iPhone 3G curve for curve, the iSee offers more reasons than ever to safeguard your investment. Why compromise protection by stretching a rubber skin or style by hiding behind an opaque shell when you can get both in the iSee? Introducing the iSee iPhone 3G, hard-shell crystal clear protection for the iPhone 3G.
With a two-piece snap together polycarbonate chassis, the ultra lightweight iSee iPhone 3G creates a sleek, nearly invisible shield around the iPhone 3G. Add removable silicone covers to the hold switch and volume buttons, as well as total access to the touch screen, and the iPhone 3G is not only completely protected, but also fully functional. The iSee iPhone 3G, where form meets functionality.
Features
- -Crystal clear polycarbonate case
- -Two-piece easy on, easy off snap together assembly
- -Full access to the dock port, headphone jack, touch screen, camera, sensors, antenna, hold switch, and volume buttons
- -Silicone covers for the volume and hold buttons
- -Weight: 0.8 oz (22.7 grams)