Top 10 Homemade DIY iPhone/iPod Touch Cases

Are your a proud owner of a spanking new iPhone http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPhone /iPod IPod Touch? Or is your iPhone you best friend on the road? Just like you, we here at Zedomax also love our gadgets so know the importance of a good case. However if you are strapped for cash or don’t want to spend big bucks on an iPhone/iPod Touch case, then you have come to the right place. Here are some the best DIY cases for the super sexy iPhone/iPod Touch.

1. Print Away iPhone/iPod Case

Make your own printable or foldable iPhone/iPod touch case. For starter, get a pattern like the one available here. You can then start printing directly on the material you want to use or print it on a standard paper and then trace it. For the full instructions go here.

Recycle and Use Juice Boxes to Make iPhone Case

This is one of our favorite DIY cases as not only does it look super cool but is also environmental friendly.

Tips: Use spray glue. And sand down the waxy surfaces that need to be glued to ensure a good bond.

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Pig Out with DIY Bacon iPhone/iPod Touch Case

Make cool felted bacon cases for your iPhone or iPod Touch. All you need is to buy a material that looks like bacon and then stitch it up. Check it out here.

DIY iPhone Gameboy Case

Sure Nintendo fanatics may cry foul when they get to know that they need to sacrifice a Game Boy Advance. Check out the video below so how this piece of art was achieved!

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Feeling Blue DIY iPhone Case Made from Jeans

Levis would be proud of the DIY Denim iPhone Case where all you need is an old pair of Levis.

“I decided to put my old jeans to a good use and make an iPod case, I wanted to keep the coolest part about jeans which is the leather label on the waistband. Now like most guys I don’t know a whole lot about needles and sewing so I decided the easiest way to make it was just to cut a strip out, fold it over and sew it together.”

Read the instructions here.

Leather Goodness – DIY Leather iPhone Case

Make a sexy leather designer case and save a lot of money in the process!

Parts list
- leather of your choice, the thicker the better (how got his from scraps off ebay)
- thick thread
- card, glue and tape
- a sowing needle for leather

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More Leather Goodness

Make visually stunning cases with some vintage graphics. These are one of the classiest DIY iphone cases we have seen for the iPhone.

“A leather case can be plain or customized using graphics printed to iron-on transfer sheets for dark T-shirts. You may or may not want to add an optional loop for attaching fob hardware or tucking earphone cords into.”

Check the instructions out here.

Groundhog Day iPhone Case

Loved Groundhog Day? Then you will lap up the Groundhog Case which you can make from the comfort of your home.

“You can make one too…you’ll just need felt [brown and black or gray) and embroidery floss. You’ll also need some basic tools: paper, pencil, scissors, needle, pin”.

Read the instructions here.

Trekkies Unite – Star Trek Plastic iPhone Case

This is one of the simplest yet coolest iPhone case. All you need to do is stick an old Star Trek pin onto a cheap iPhone plastic case. Thats it! See more pictures here.

Origami Time – DIY Craft iPhone Case

Another simple yet beautiful case that can be made even by the most technically challenged iPhone/iPod Touch user. Just download the pattern here , and then tweak it according to your tastes. Instructions here.

These are some of the many DIYs out there. If you do try them at home, do let us know how it went! Personally I am going to attempt the vintage leather case, what about you?

Top Ten iPod and iPhone cases: from silicon to walnut

If you have the pleasure of being in possession of an iPhone (of any sort) or an iPod, you'll know that these slender pieces of hardware are expensive and that you really don't want to break them.

Sometimes those apple products are just too smooth and glossy for their own good. It's not that hard to imagine its glassy back sliding out of your palm and smashing *shudder* on the cruel ground or simply getting scratched up when you accidentally put it in the same pocket as your keys.

To prevent such disaster scenarios we've compiled a quick list of iPhone protectors. Cases come soft or hard, some cushion, some bounce, some simply stop it getting scratched and are really for flaunting your off-beat taste. It all depends on how much bulge room your pocket has, how much wear and tear you think your phone will get, and how much you're willing to spend.

1. Kickback iPhone case

The Kickback iPhone case comes in smoke, pink and clear polycarbonate cases and comes with a protective screen film to protect from scratches, fingerprints etc. It has little feet to allow it to stand up, and one of its optional back cases ‘kicks back’ allowing the iPhone to be set up as a mini-screen.

2. Stripe Skurvy case

This is one of the funkier versions of the many soft silicon cases available for iPhone. The Stripe Skurvy case is grippy, with cut-outs for speaker and docking ports, it "hugs" your iPhone and provides some protection from bumps. Pretty cool pirate theme though...

3. ultraslim pouch

One of the Apple Store's classier offerings, this 'ultraslim pouch' probably comes across better IRL than in a picture. But it sounds like an upmarket classy choice for someone wanting to protect their phone from scratches but still be able to fit it in their pocket. It's made of "pebble soft thin leather" and has a velvet lining with openings for speakers.

4. Mirror Case

The protective shell of this case from Exspect made of polycarbonate has a mirror finish, to reflect the beauty of the iPhone, as the manufacturers claim. You're more likely to see your own beauty if you're looking into it.

5. tractor wheel

You could practically bounce your iPhone with this. The ToughSkin's texturised rubber is made to protect the iPhone on all its weak corners. It does look like a tractor wheel, but if that doesn't protect your iPhone, then nothing will.

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Top 10 iPhone Protective Cases and Skins

Bacon iPhone Case

Hey check out the top 10 iPhone protective cases. In case you didn’t know that there are so many cool, crazy, creative and hot protective skins for your iPhone, please check this out. More after the jump.

iKNIT iPhone Case
Game Boy iPhone Case
Tire Tread Pattern iPhone Case
iWood Cobra iPhone Case


GoGo iPhone Case
Chocolate iPhone Case
Metallic Slider Case iPhone Case Tactile iPhone Case

Dexter iPhone Case



[via Toxel]

Top 10 Coolest iPhone Cases

Dress up your iPhone 3G with some of the most unique and stylish cases around, including one that has a rechargeable external battery and another that looks like a chocolate bar.

Rated by PCMag.com

Here are some of the products featured in today's The 10 Coolest iPhone 3G Cases slideshow:

1. iSkin solo/solo FX

iSkin's solo and solo FX iPhone 3G cases have got to be the coolest ones on this list. Both the solo and solo FX form-fitting cases feature an ultra high-gloss finish and are hot/cold temperature resistant; the solo FX has an embossed designer pattern and a unique mirror film that lets you check yourself out when not using the phone. The solo's color options are opaque black or white and translucent red or blue; the solo FX comes in translucent blue, green, red, and orange.

2. SwitchEasy RebelSerpent

3. Chocolate Style Silicone case for iPhone 3G

4. mophie Juice Pack air

5. Marware Game Grip

6. Miniot iWood cobra

7. SENA Walletbook Case for iPhone 3G

8. Speck PixelSkin for iPhone 3G

9. Wave for iPhone 3G

10. OtterBox iPhone 3G Impact Case.

iPhone 3G / 3GS recession case

Tough times call for tough cases and that's where the recession case comes in! The recession case lets you keep cash in your pocket without sacrificing on unique design for your beloved iPhone! But just in case one isn't enough we have the BAILOUT BUNDLE - 10 cases for $7.99!

Product Questions & Answers

Q) Is it waterproof?
A) No, so dont put it in the dishwasher

Q) Is this case flammable?
A) If you light it on fire it is

Q) Does it come assembled?
A) no, see our animated gif for a step by step demo!

Q) What device does this case support?
A) iPhone 1G + 3G + 3GS

Q) How does this case stay together?
A) It has locking tabs at the bottom and top of the case, as well as an adhesive strip to keep the case held together

Q) Can I use this case to microwave my frozen pizzas?
A) I dont see why not, although we cant insure quality taste

Q) Will this case make me awesome?
A) I think that goes without saying

Q) Is there a warranty?
A) no, it is cardboard afterall

Q) Can I get a paper cut on my ear while using this case?
A) My first guess would be no, but anything is possible, we dont promote unsafe use of the recession case

Q) How long will the case be sold?
A) as long as it needs to be to get us out of this recession! or while supplies last

Q) Does it come with a screen protector?
A) no we are in a recession!

Q) How long will the product last?
A) forever as long as you don't destroy it!

Q) Is this case made from recycled cardboard?
A) 100% of only the best for you!

Q) Will the product scratch my device?
A) no! its cardboard not brick!

Q) Is the CM logo impressed on the case?
A) this is known as the "peoples case"

Q) Will this product be sold at case-mate retail locations?
A) Nope! The recession case is sold exclusively here at case-mate.com!

iPhone 3GS Gets X-Rayed

An X-Ray video showing the internals of the iPhone 3GS has been posted on YouTube.

Take a look below...

[via Gizmodo]

Review: Gorilla Tube carbon fiber case for iPhone

From Berlin i recieve new Gorilla Tube carbon fiber iPhone case recently for a review.
For those of you who have been interested in accessorising your iPhone 3G or new iPhone 3GS the luxury way, I am sure you will have had a look at the carbon fiber and natural fiber cases available at the Gorilla Cases online shop at some point, we hope this quick review may give a better idea on whether this is something that would suit you.

Picture of retail box:


Design

The look and feel of the Gorilla Tube is undoubtedly one of the finest we’ve ever seen for a mobile phone case. This is far beyond what you would find on eBay for example where usually what’s on sale are so called crystal clear cases or silicone rubber cases. The Gorilla Cases’ Gorilla Tube which we received on the other hand is 100% handmade and as we’ve already mentioned, its made of carbon fiber, the most precious material in the eye of gadget geeks and petrolheads.

Though simple, the Gorilla Tube’s design is specific for the iPhone. Size and dimensions matter in order to give your iPhone the best fit protection. In this case, if you have the first generation iPhone, don’t attempt to order the Gorilla Tube for iPhone 3G or iPhone 3GS.

The flipstrap is the other design component which we should comment on. We’ll talk about how it works in the section below. As for its design, it just adds an extra fine touch to the overall coolness of the Gorilla Tube. With the Gorilla Cases logo labeled on the pulling part of the flipstrap, we don’t think there is a cooler iPhone case available at present that can offer you something this unique and stylish.

Features

As you can imagine, there is little to talk about with regards to features of a mobile phone case. Though it is worth mentioning abit about the Gorilla Tube’s make, Gorilla Cases claim that its carbon fiber material is even tougher than steel, but on the flipside lighter than titanium. For those who are environment conscious, this extremely durable carbon fiber material which Gorilla Cases have used is in fact comprised of renewable resources such as silk, cotton, hemp or bamboo.

Practicality

At €79.99, it must be said that the Gorilla Tube is no ordinary iPhone case, price wise and material wise. We don’t want to convince anyone to buy it in this review but rather weight out the good and the bad. Though light and strong, from a practical point of view, the Gorilla Tube does make the iPhone even bulkier. If you like to throw your iPhone into the pocket of your jeans, putting your iPhone into the Tube will make this even more difficult. Unlike cheaper cases you can find for sale online which just wraps around the iPhone, the Gorilla Tube gives full protection of all dimensions of the iPhone which is great. However this means you will need to take out your iPhone everytime you want to tap on it. We think it is therefore up to you to decide what you prefer, protection or is it convenience?

Do drop us a comment if you have further questions.

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