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OtterBox Defender Case for iPhone 3G, 3G S (Black) |  | Brand: OtterBox
Category: Wireless
Department: unisex-adult
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as of 9/4/2010 04:35 CDT details
New (71) Used (2) Refurbished (2) from $13.21
Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  1340 reviews
Format: CD
Color: Black
Media: Wireless Phone Accessory
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: N/A
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 9 x 5.8 x 2.8
MPN: 1942-20
Model: 1942-20.5
UPC: 660543001225
EAN: 0788821923462
ASIN: B001FVPU9O
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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Amazon.com Product Description
Protect your technology investment when your budget is already tight with the ruggedized OtterBox Defender case for iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. The Defender series offers a fully interactive case that enables complete usability of the iPhone's touchscreen and access to all buttons. And you can sync and charge your iPhone right through the case. This Defender case also comes with an OtterBox ClipStand holster-style swivel belt clip. 
The OtterBox Defender for iPhone 3G/3GS
in black. | 
With the included swivel belt clip. | Ideal for frequent travelers and business professionals as well as everyday users who want added protection, OtterBox Defender cases provide three layers of bump, scratch and drop protection: - Layer 1: Thermal formed protective clear membrane to safeguard screen and keyboard against scratching as well as dust and dirt.
- Layer 2: Hi-impact polycarbonate shell.
- Layer 3: Silicone skin absorbs bump and shock and includes innovative retaining features to hold it in place.
Features
- Accommodates Apple iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS models
- Open access to sync/charge and headphone jacks
- Use of all buttons accessible through case
- Added bump, drop, and shock protection
- Sleek, slim fit to Apple device
- Open access to speakers, microphone and camera
- Includes holster style swivel belt
- Sound transmits through case
Environmental Protection
- Drop and Shock: Protection against drop, bump and shock
- Water Protection: Not tested or recommended for water protection
- Dust Protection: Dust does not enter in a sufficient quantity to interfere with satisfactory operation of equipment
Product Description
"The OtterBox for iPhone® 3G Defender™ Series follows in the Defender Series tradition by offering ultimate, stylish protection. First, a clear Polycarbonate sheet covers your Touch Screen to prevent scratches, bumps and cracks. Second is a tough Polycarbonate skeleton that offers your 3G iPhone crushproof protection. Wrapped around all of this is a Silicone skin that absorbs bump and shock, protecting against the accidental drop. All surfaces of your device are covered, yet all functions remain fully usable through the case. Sync and charge your phone right through the OtterBox! Included with the case is a holster style belt clip for your carrying convenience. This case will not fit the 1st Generation iPhone."
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Very solid, my iPhone feels very secure September 4, 2010
Slag
Great protection for your iPhone. Total wrap around, hard plastic combined with soft silicone rubber armors the iPhone like nothing else that I've seen. Liquid could still get at the iPhone through the twin holes in the base for the microphone/speaker phone, so it isn't water proof, but then it isn't really billed as such. But if you're going SCUBA diving with your iPhone, then you have other issues . . .
Only complaint (4 stars instead of 5) is the "oil slicking" that many other users have mentioned. I knew about this issue before buying my Otterbox Defender, having read lots of reviews on it, and it is something that I just have to put up with. The baby-powder solution sort of works, but I have found that if I get enough baby powder on the inside of the screen protector to prevent the oil slicking issue, then the screen just looks dirty. Mostly the oil slicking issue is only noticeable in bright sunlight, when the screen is hard to see anyway, and that may be alleviated by turning up the brightness intensity on the iPhone itself. I have mine set pretty low (probably 25% - 33%) and Auto-Brightness turned off, as I spend most of my time indoors.
The protection that the Otterbox defender offers FAR outweighs the minor annoyance of the oil slicking however, and I would recommend this case to ANYONE who is interested in protecting their multi-hundred dollar iPhone.
Oh yeah, one more thing about the included belt clip: it works PERFECTLY. Anyone who complains about it doesn't know how to use it properly. The iPhone (inside the Defender case) goes into the clip right-side up, and faced in (screen facing the clip).
Those who complain that it is too hard to remove from the clip, here is how you do it: Put your thumb on top of the iPhone/Otterbox (between the on/off switch and the headphone jack) and use your index finger to press against the forward clip of the holster while pulling out with the thumb. Using this method, the Otterbox pops out of the belt clip holster as easy as can be every time. Just trying to push/pull the Otterbox out of the clip is VERY difficult, but then that is what you want so it doesn't just fall out when you're active! But by pushing one of the side clips just slightly away from phone while pulling out with the thumb takes care of it.
 Dont mess around with other cases this is THE ONE. September 2, 2010
Ryan
Hi there, I am a very meticulous consumer. I try to take care of my stuff as best that I can and it is no wonder that my stuff still looks brand new after all this time. Before I bought the otterbox, I tried to think of potential hazards like rain, dirt, grime etc. in advance and made the decision from there. I needed rain/water, impact, dirt/oil, and screen protection in one. Hence, the Otterbox defender.
This case is just awesome. There is no doubt in my mind that this is the most durable and versatile case on the market right now. I have had it for 9 months now and I am LOVING IT. It looks great in white!
First off, i bought the white case and was initially worried that it might yellow and have dirt stains after a month or two. After 8 months, the case actually managed to become WHITER. This is a bit weird as I was comparing the new white rubber component to my used one. The new one is a bit of a yellowish white while the older one is skull white!
The rubber compound used for the case is made of thick silicone and it is very tough and stain resistant. I dropped my phone once and i thought that the silicone would be ruined...but there was no scratch on it at all. I just cleaned off the dirt from the road and that was that. The other impressive thing about this silicone is that it literally is stain proof! I was working on my car and was making frantic phone calls for a part that i really needed that day, so there was dirt, oil, grease, rust on my fingers while i was using my phone. I thought ok there goes the case, it's ruined. I grabbed a qtip with alcohol and brushed them all off. AMAZING. I will not try that again however, but it still impressed me. It did not absorb any of the dyes from some paint either.
A couple of people in my class complained that the case is thick. I beg to differ. It only adds a couple of centimeters on the phone and the fact that i am not worried about bumps, drops, water, stain, etc. is WORTH the extra centimeters. Not bulky at all; i guess they just like those trendy cases that dont protect their phone from actual DROPS. While buying a new phone might not be a problem for some, I want my device to last at least until the contract is up and i can get a new one :) Besides, the phone is absolutely PRISTINE thanks to the protection of the case. Needless to say, their phones are all scratched up these days.
I told myself that if I'm going to spend $350 on a new phone i might as well make it last and keep it in the best shape possible (since the value of these phones really hold up in the secondary market).
I do not use the speakers very much, so i decided to put a layer of saran wrap on the speakers. It looks invisible if you tug it right, and it gives an added "splash" protection from the rain.
The CONS:
The silicone part's main weakness is the tab for the headphones. This is pretty durable, but if you open it up at wrong angles + some force, it can rip. Mine only ripped because my little nephew tugged on it. Other than that, for normal everyday use ( i used it a LOT...8 months), it can hold up.
Some aftermarket chargers will not be able to fit at the port due to the port design.
The OIL slick pattern on the screen can be solved easily by "puffing" some powder on it (very light). Refer to the otterbox website for instructions.
Overall, WELL WORTH IT. It was worth it when it was $50, now that it is $20, it is an absolute STEAL.
Best protection for iPhone August 31, 2010
Jimmy J. Thomas (OKC, OK USA)
It is rugged and repels liquids (probably won't help if totally submersed). A lot cheaper than the warranty. Easy to put together. Also, makes iPhone fit my large hand better. Snaps into holster that has belt clip, so you don't have to unclip it to access it.
 Good protection with faults. August 30, 2010
Richard D. Walkden (Guilford, CT)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
OtterBox Defender Case for iPhone 3G, 3G S (Black)Good basic protection, the OtterBox defender has faults that that make it less useful.
1. The case is very protective but adds bulk and weight. I haven't weighed it but I sure notice it. My package came without instructions making it difficult at first to install the package.
2. The plastic window although protective interacted with the iPhone display surface causing annoying "wet" looking contact spots and the appearance of Newton's rings. I cut the plastic screen cover off.
3. The belt clip is functional with a caveat. The clip which can be locked open (I assume) to stand the case up? It occasionally did accidental lock open and the phone and clip fell off my belt. After 3 weeks of use the clip pin hinge broke and can no longer be used.
SUMMARY: Good protection but with major faults.
and this is why i love amazon August 30, 2010
Brittany J. Byington (phoenix, az)
paid [$...] for a $[...] product. how great is that. haven't dropped my phone a tremendous amount of times but seem to protect it pretty well, as i'm hard on my phones. the only complaint i have is the bubble effect from the screen, that and the glare. great product and a great price overall
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