Speck Products CandyShell Case for iPhone 3G, 3G S (Light Grey/Pink)

Price: $23.26
Manufacturer: Speck Products Design, Inc.


Never before has the flexibility and protection of a soft rubberized case been combined with the durability and scratch protection of a sleek hard shell in a seamless single-piece design... until now. CandyShell's soft, colorful rubberized interior keeps your iPhone 3G insulated from life's bumps and knocks, while the shiny outer hard shell protects it from scratches and lets you slip it in and out of pockets easily. Available in deliciously sweet and savory color combinations. Easy to put on or take off, with full access - the screen is left open and touch-sensitive, there is a cutout for the camera, bottom plug, switches, and the buttons are covered by touch-thru rubbery button covers that let you use the buttons just as you would with no case on.

Information

• Color: Grey/Pnk
• Brand: Speck
• Model: IPH3G-CNDY-LGRY
• Dimensions: 7.84" h x 1.37" w x 3.19" l, 1.00 pounds

• Lightweight, flexible one-piece design combines the insulation of a skin with the durability and sleekness of a hard shell
• Colorful, contrasting rubberized interior offers extra shock absorption
• Glossy outer hard shell slips in and out of pockets easily and protects
• Openings for all ports, controls and sensors; easily removed for docking
• Includes removable screen protector film for extra scratch protection

Product Reviews

Nice, but some flaws
One of the reasons I purchased it, I thought the case is "cute" with the colors that fit my personality. I chose the white/cranberry specifically of the "scratches" that would form in the future. Although, the dirt may be more noticable, I thought it was the least of my concerns because dirt can be simply wiped off.
As for the controls for the volume and the on/off switch. You do have to press a little harder which can be a little painful to your fingers when you try to use the volume alot. It is a snug fit where the phone snaps on when you put the case on. If you try to remove the phone from the case, it can take some time because of this snug fit. I wouldn't recommend getting this if you need the phone without the case often. My sister purchased a Sony ihome and I tested to see if it would fit with the case on, and surprisingly it does. I dropped the phone accidently twice now and it seemed to protect it very well. I suppose if you dropped it at a higher heighth, then I would most likely agree that the case could fall apart. Fortunately, this hasn't happened yet. All in all, its done pretty well protecting my phone.

Aside the volume and on/off switch problem and the scratches (If that bothers you, I would get the white/cranberry), then you would love this case. I'm happy and with the secure tight fit, so when it comes down to it, everything else is minor.

Hope this helps guys! :)

Review
PROS:
1. The case fits tightly to the iPhone. It is softly textured inside, and does not move within the case. This avoids the irony of so many cases, where the case itself causes surface scratches on the iPhone.

2. The rim of the case sits only slightly above the surface of the iphone. It does not wrap-around the front of the device, which would add thickness to the front and back.

3. The case feels sturdy. However, testing its strength by dropping an iPhone is be inadvisable.

4. The case looks nice.

5. The case offers relatively complete coverage (screen notwithstanding), including the volume rocker and power button. The "Silent" switch is left exposed.

CONS:

1. The case shows a lot of surface scratches. Dark colors should be avoided.

2. The word "Speck" is cutout on the back of the case. It collects lint if kept in a pocket.

3. While the case protects the iPhone in covering the volume rocker and power button, it makes the buttons unresponsive. Additional pressure is required.

4. The case is expensive, and should last longer than ten (10) weeks under normal conditions (placing-in and removing-from pocket). If never dropped or separated from the iPhone, there should be nothing to break. Unfortunately, it was here; the Speck CandyShell really disappointed. There is a small piece of rubberized plastic at the bottom of the case prone to breakage. It did break.

SUMMARY:

The Speck CandyShell has a lot going for it. All things considered, most of its faults were small. However, at a price of $25, the case should be able to stand up to everyday use. Here, the Speck CandyShell fails. This case is a 2 out of 5.

NICE CASE!
I have three different cases for my Iphone - this one, by far, is the best for protection and ease of use. i keep my iphone in my backpack/purse or coat pocket; the sleek design allows smooth removal without getting caught. The case is a snug fit but doesn't take alot of effort to remove it from phone. Chargers fit without needing to remove iphone from case. Highly recommended case.