- Slip-free, high quality Polycarbonate case designed to fit Apple iPhone 3G specifically.
- Quick and easy access to all iPhone features – Screen display, Dock connector, Headphone port, microphone, and camera lens
- Ergonomic design with soft Polycarbonate case for your iPhone
- Diamond mount tight fit without compromising the sleekness of your iphone while incorporating a patented anti-scratch/anti-slip design
- For a limited time receive a FREE microfiber cleaning cloth with each SHIELD case to keep your iphone display looking as good as new
Product Description
The SHIELD is the Ultimate iphone 3G Polycarbonate case providing unparalleled comfort and feel while providing your iphone with the ultimate protection from scratch and slip resistance. Protect your investment while simultaneously providing your iphone with the incredible feel and comfort of the best polycarbonate case on the market today. Available in 8 Colors (Black, Silver, Red, Pink, Blue, Clear, White, Gunblack) to complement all lifestyles.
SHIELD Apple 3G 3GS iPhone Shield Polycarbonate Slim Fit Case + Microfiber Cleaning Cloth –
We bought the SHIELD slim case for the iPhone and the elago slim case. We prefer the SHIELD, here is why:
Firstly, we wanted a very slim, lightweight, matte finish plastic case (not silicone) to protect our iPhones. These were the top two choices based on our research.
1. Both are very similar, so the differences are very slight, but…
2. The SHIELD wraps around the edges of the iPhone slightly more, providing better protection for the silver bezel.
3. The SHIELD has a cutout for the volume toggle switch (has protection on all 4 sides). The elago protects only 3 sides of the switch – this makes adjusting the volume slightly more difficult, but better protects the switch and prevents accidental pressing.
4. The SHIELD appears to be coated with a slightly thicker paint.
5. The elago is only painted partially on the inside (the side that you don’t see), that’s fine but you can see the edge of white unpainted area when looking closely. The SHIELD does not suffer from this problem.
6. The only place where I think the elago is better is the accuracy of the cutouts around the switches and connectors. The mold used to make the case I think is slightly better designed than the SHILED – this is an observation from an automotive engineer, not something that most people may care about.
IN conclusion, both are fine cases and have a nice tacky, almost rubberized feel, so it comes down to design – the SHIELD wins this comparison.
Rating: 5 / 5
I was hesitant to believe the “amazing” reviews this case got on here. I have a hard time taking some reviews seriously but I gave it a shot and I’m glad I did.
It does exactly what I want it to do. Protects the back of the phone, while leaving the face exposed and adding as little bulk to the phone as possible. It attaches by just snapping it on, and it is surprisingly tight when attached. The case is rigid but has a soft feel to it, and leave all the buttons and port very easily accessible. Great product here, especially for the money. I’ll be buying these whenever I need a case.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this case and the case by eLago. They are very similar, but this one comes around the sides a little more and I prefer the feel.
This case fits very well, doesn’t add a lot of bulk to the phone, and seems to be very high quality. I’m going to order another. Highly recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
There are pros and cons to this iPhone protector.
Pros:
- Very slim, adds minimal bulk
- The minimal bulk allows the phone to be used in most holsters
- Surprisingly firm material for being so thin
- Snaps on VERY tightly and stays on
- For as tightly as it snaps on, it’s remarkably easy to remove
- Will protect the back against damage from light drops
- Protects the back and sides against scratches
- Screen protectors work beautifully with this
- All buttons, ports, and speakers are accessible
Cons:
- It has a very strange design flaw that’s easily seen in the product images: there are holes cut out on the back for the speakers, but the speakers aren’t on the back of the phone; rather, they’re on the bottom, on opposite sides of the data port
- I would have greatly preferred that the Shield stretched its design to cover the speakers; it could have been done easily, still maintaining the structural integrity
- Surprisingly, it doesn’t protect the front edges of the phone; if you were to drop it, those could still be scratched
- Obviously, it doesn’t protect the glass
- I’d prefer the material to be more true to its `slip-free’ claim; when using with a Bluetooth speaker in my car, I sometimes need to keep the phone close to the speaker; it would be nice if I could place the phone on my dashboard without fear of the phone falling off the dashboard
Overall, I’m happy with the Shield, but would prefer something that integrated screen protection and was truly slip-free.
Rating: 4 / 5
I knew before I purchased this that the SHIELD case wouldn’t provide much protection for the front of the phone, but I didn’t realize how much of the front silver lining of the phone was left uncovered. I changed my case from the iCase Slider to this in the morning, and five hours later I tripped with my phone in my hand and scratched up the bottom corner of the phone. There’s a big scratch along the edge of my phone now, because the SHIELD left so much unprotected, and unfortunately my sleek new iPhone is now a scratched up iPhone.
I guess for the much more careful, this is a fine case to buy. It covers most of the back and provides a firmer grasp on the phone when you’re using it. For me, it always feels like the phone is going to slip right out of my hand when I don’t have a case or cover on it, so this was a good case in that aspect since it doesn’t add any bulk. However, don’t count on much protection for your phone, even on the back where the Apple logo is exposed — one wrong move with your car keys in your purse or pocket and you’ll end up with a big scratch along the back too.
I’ve since changed my case out to something with more coverage, and I’m happier using that instead.
Rating: 3 / 5