Gear Diary Otterbox on Track to Keep Your Soon to be Shipped Shiny iPhone 5 Protected! photo

Otterbox takes device protection seriously, and their cases reflect a company passionate about doing just that, unsurprising since their About Us page lists “work hard/play hard” as part of the company culture. Now that the Apple iPhone 5 has been announced, Otterbox has just released for pre-order two cases: the Defender and Commuter Series, with the Reflex and Prefix cases not quite available, but coming soon. These cases, most of which offer several color combinations to choose from, should be ideal for owners who want to keep their iPhones very safe but also easily useable, treading the fine line between obtrusive protection and unimpeded use.

Defender Series

MSRP: $49.95

 

Gear Diary Otterbox on Track to Keep Your Soon to be Shipped Shiny iPhone 5 Protected! photo

  • Port Protection

    Doors and tabs block dust, lint and dirt from accumulating and damaging ports and jacks.

  • Improved Slipcover

    Rubber outer layer is stronger to withstand heavy use and hold its shape over time.

  • Screen Protection

    Built-in protective membrane simplifies installation and prevents scratches on the touch screen.

  • Interior Shell

    Solid plastic structure completely surrounds the iPhone, protecting it from drops and damage.

  • Improved Holster

    Latest design gives holster a slimmer profile and stronger attachment to the clip.

  • New Belt Clip

    Features smooth ratcheting motion, streamlined locking function and hooked clip for a tight hold.

  • Camera Access

    Custom opening isolates camera and flash to preserve picture quality.

Commuter Series

MSRP: $34.95

Gear Diary Otterbox on Track to Keep Your Soon to be Shipped Shiny iPhone 5 Protected! photo

  • Screen Protection

    Self-adhering film attaches to touch screen to protect it from scratches and scrapes.

  • Interior Slipcover

    Rubber inner layer is stronger to withstand heavy use and hold its shape over time.

  • Exterior Shell

    Provides solid impact deflecting structure and slick surface to slide easily into pockets.

  • Port Protection

    Doors and tabs block dust, lint and dirt from accumulating and damaging ports and jacks.

  • Camera Access

    Custom opening isolates camera and flash to preserve picture quality.

Reflex Series (Not Yet Available for Pre-Order)

MSRP: $34.95

Gear Diary Otterbox on Track to Keep Your Soon to be Shipped Shiny iPhone 5 Protected! photo

  • Flex Zones

    Air cushions in the corners absorb impact force keeping it away from the device.

  • Screen Protection

    Self-adhering film attaches to touch screen to protect it from scratches and scrapes.

  • Sleek Shell

    Dual material construction allows for flexing upon impact to keep drop force away from the iPhone.

  • Convenient Docking

    Bottom of this two-piece slider case slips off for quick access for docking.

  • Camera Access

    Custom opening isolates camera and flash to preserve picture quality.

Prefix Series (Not Yet Available for Pre-Order)

MSRP: $24.95

Gear Diary Otterbox on Track to Keep Your Soon to be Shipped Shiny iPhone 5 Protected! photo

  • Smooth Exterior

    Rubber outer layer is stronger to withstand heavy use and smooth for a good grip.

  • Screen Protection

    Self-adhering film attaches to touch screen to protect it from scratches and scrapes.

  • Internal Skeleton

    Polycarbonate inner structure gives case strength and support to hold its shape.

  • Single Layer Slipcover

    The iPhone slips into the case and is cradled by the internal rubber pads.

  • Camera Access

    Custom opening isolates camera and flash to preserve picture quality.

 

If you are serious about protection and want to get your new iPhone 5 encased and protected with superb protection from Day 1, you might want to give these Otterbox cases a serious look.

 

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A senior software tester and network admin for a small hi-tech multimedia company that produces a number of online applications for several tech giants. Bryan got his professional start in PC technology when he discovered research PhDs in his second job out of college were not very computer savvy. The one upshot of working in that lab is that he met his future wife there, a fellow science geek as well. Bryan has been hooked on computers since his Commodore 64 days, when absurd amounts of was spent entering pages on machine language code for equally absurd simple games. Back in 2005 Bryan received an Axim X51v as a Christmas gift and he has been fiddling with mobile tech ever since. He recently joined the legions of iPhone enthusiasts where phones are concerned, but has dabbled with Blackberry, WebOS and Windows Phone OSes as well. When not busying himself with tech-oriented tasks Bryan likes spend time cooking (he has over 90 cookbooks, yet still jumps on the internet to find culinary info), reading, working in his garden, calligraphy, and spending time with his wife, two sons, two cats and a miscellaneous dog.
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