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Otterbox Defender Series for Apple iPhone 4 & 4S (APL2I4SUN20E4OTR)
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$9.99 to $59.99
Protect your iPhone 4S against bumps, scrapes and dust while you're on the go with this OtterBox Defender Series case that features polycarbonate and silicone materials. The ratcheting belt clip holster keeps your phone within easy reach.
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2 Reviews from Epinions.com
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Otterbox Defender Series for Apple iPhone 4 & 4S (APL2I4SUN20E4OTR)
Before I start this review, I need to make it clear, this specific Otterbox product is especially made for the iPhone 4S model, if you look online and the Defender product descriptions says just "iPhone 4" (not mentions 4S), be wary as it may not be good for the 4S. The one for the 4S has a bigger hole for the main camera, and instead of three holes for the earpiece section (for the 4), it's now one large hole (for the 4S). Make sure you know what you are purchasing!
**This specific Otterbox is COMPATIBLE with the Sprint iPhone 4S. Some websites just says it works for Verizon and AT&T; it works fine for Sprint.**
Since I just purchased a new iPhone 4S, I needed a case, but my expectations are high, it needs to include a holster and hold it very securely. The one I initially bought at the Sprint Store was terrible as the clip securing my phone to the holster was weak and an easy tap of the finger would quickly pop it out.
I looked around online and I see all the rave reviews about the Otterbox Defender for the 4S. After watching their product demo videos, I was convinced and returned the junky holster for the Otterbox Defender.
Assembly:
From watching the videos on how to assemble it, I got the idea of how to put it together. It comes in three main parts, the plastic inner shell, the silicone outer shell, and the holster. When you open the box, you remove the holster from the silicone, remove the silicone from the inner shell, and lastly separate the inner shell to clip in your iPhone. Then do it in reverse, insert the iphone, snap together the inner shell, attach the silicone over the inner shell, and clip it into the holster.
Assembly time: about five minutes if you never tried it before.
What I liked:
No need for a do it yourself screen shield. The inner shell includes a built in screen shield and it works well, no bubbles!
The holster clip can also be used as a kickstand so you can watch movies on a table or counter.
The holster can hold the iPhone with the screen inside or outside; perfect for protecting it with the screen inside, and can be placed outside so you can use the built in kickstand.
The holster's belt clip is a "J" shape, therefore it won't fall off your belt if you pull up without opening the clip first.
The holes made the for the camera does not affect picture quality.
Since the exterior is silicone, it grips well and gives it a comfortable feel.
Dislikes:
It's bulky and adds weight. But that's the sacrifice you make when you want protection.
You'll hate this if you have a dock product like a 3rd party speaker dock system. The inner & outer protective layers makes it impossible to dock it so you can recharge the phone and/or play music. However, you can still use Apple's USB/ipod cable or a third party iPod connector like iGo iTips, that will fit fine.
The holster clip release is awkward as the product releases from the left/right of the iPod, not from the top or bottom.
It's not waterproof, so don't do anything dumb to void your warranty.
Overall:
I enjoy this product. For the extra cost, you don't need a $15 to $30 screen protector that you might likely goof up on installing, and you know once you install it that you have well rounded protection for your iPhone. I can't give it the highest star rating beause the bulk makes it impossible to use a docking system for a 3rd party product.
Excellent protection with included screen shield, but not for you if you use a dock
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Pros: Excellent protection w/included holster and screen shield.
Cons: Not for Apple/3rd party docking systems.
The Bottom Line:
Outstanding protection, included screen shield means no spending $15 on a do it yourself shield.
Before I start this review, I need to make it clear, this specific Otterbox product is especially made for the iPhone 4S model, if you look online and the Defender product descriptions says just "iPhone 4" (not mentions 4S), be wary as it may not be good for the 4S. The one for the 4S has a bigger hole for the main camera, and instead of three holes for the earpiece section (for the 4), it's now one large hole (for the 4S). Make sure you know what you are purchasing!
**This specific Otterbox is COMPATIBLE with the Sprint iPhone 4S. Some websites just says it works for Verizon and AT&T; it works fine for Sprint.**
Since I just purchased a new iPhone 4S, I needed a case, but my expectations are high, it needs to include a holster and hold it very securely. The one I initially bought at the Sprint Store was terrible as the clip securing my phone to the holster was weak and an easy tap of the finger would quickly pop it out.
I looked around online and I see all the rave reviews about the Otterbox Defender for the 4S. After watching their product demo videos, I was convinced and returned the junky holster for the Otterbox Defender.
Assembly:
From watching the videos on how to assemble it, I got the idea of how to put it together. It comes in three main parts, the plastic inner shell, the silicone outer shell, and the holster. When you open the box, you remove the holster from the silicone, remove the silicone from the inner shell, and lastly separate the inner shell to clip in your iPhone. Then do it in reverse, insert the iphone, snap together the inner shell, attach the silicone over the inner shell, and clip it into the holster.
Assembly time: about five minutes if you never tried it before.
What I liked:
No need for a do it yourself screen shield. The inner shell includes a built in screen shield and it works well, no bubbles!
The holster clip can also be used as a kickstand so you can watch movies on a table or counter.
The holster can hold the iPhone with the screen inside or outside; perfect for protecting it with the screen inside, and can be placed outside so you can use the built in kickstand.
The holster's belt clip is a "J" shape, therefore it won't fall off your belt if you pull up without opening the clip first.
The holes made the for the camera does not affect picture quality.
Since the exterior is silicone, it grips well and gives it a comfortable feel.
Dislikes:
It's bulky and adds weight. But that's the sacrifice you make when you want protection.
You'll hate this if you have a dock product like a 3rd party speaker dock system. The inner & outer protective layers makes it impossible to dock it so you can recharge the phone and/or play music. However, you can still use Apple's USB/ipod cable or a third party iPod connector like iGo iTips, that will fit fine.
The holster clip release is awkward as the product releases from the left/right of the iPod, not from the top or bottom.
It's not waterproof, so don't do anything dumb to void your warranty.
Overall:
I enjoy this product. For the extra cost, you don't need a $15 to $30 screen protector that you might likely goof up on installing, and you know once you install it that you have well rounded protection for your iPhone. I can't give it the highest star rating beause the bulk makes it impossible to use a docking system for a 3rd party product.
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