Our gadgets have now become an important
part of our lives, to the point that most of us can’t leave our gadgets behind
whenever we go out and about. But the world can be an unforgiving place, and
our gadgets aren’t really that weather-proof.
So to give our techie stuff a fighting
chance against the elements, most of us resort to getting an added layer of
protection – cases. There are cases made out of rubber, plastic and leather. To
help you out, I’ve listed some options if you’re a little bit overwhelmed with
the many choices of casings for your gadgets.
JELLY
CASE
Jelly cases are the most affordable casing
you can get for your gadgets. It’s made out of cheap yet durable rubber
material that snugly fits into smartphones and tablets. It can also come in a
wide selection of colours to fit one’s wardrobe.
Jelly cases are also the most mass
produced, which makes it the most readily available to consumers. Majority of
phone and tablet models nowadays have compatible jelly cases so consumers won’t
have a hard time finding one for their gadgets. The only down side with these
cases is that they kind of make your gadget look a little bit cheap.
NET
CASE
Net cases are the second most affordable
casing for your gadgets. It’s made out of a thin piece of perforated plastic
that snaps on place to your device. Just like jelly cases, net cases are
compatible with most phone models from different manufacturers.
The downside with this kind of case is that
it’s quite a magnet for dirt and dust. The perforations in the net case are the
perfect place for dust and dirt to settle which makes cleaning up your device
quite a trouble.
Also, the color of this type of cases can fade as time goes
by. And since it’s made out of plastic, it doesn’t offer the same level of
flexibility as jelly case and there are times that it can easily break.
LEATHER
CASE
Leather cases are a bit more expensive
compared to jelly and net cases. Some of them may be made out of synthetic
leather while some may be made from the genuine thing. Unlike the two casings
stated above, leather cases aren’t made to fit snugly into phones and tablets.
Instead, they’re made as pouches or covers.
Although leather cases can provide your
gadgets with a more premium feel, the relatively difficult nature of leather to
be formed and melded into different shapes and sizes make them a little bit
bulky sometimes. They’re also not as tough as those cases made from plastic and
rubber so clumsy users may not be too happy with leather cases.
SPECIAL
MATERIAL CASE
Another type of case that has slowly gained
popularity over consumers is the silicone case. Capdase is one of the brands
that offer cases with silicone. These cases are very similar to jelly cases but
are thinner and have that soft touch feel.
There are also casings with mixed
materials. These cases usually make use of plastic, rubber or silicone. Brands
like Otterbox, Musubo and Bootcase specializes in this kind of cases. However,
these type of cases usually have unusual designs so minimalist fans might not
like them.
FANCY
CASE
Last but not the least, there are what I
call Fancy cases. And as the name implies, they have very fancy designs, from
Hello Kitty, cartoon characters and cassette tapes to name a few. They’re
usually made out of rubber and/or plastic and are compatible with most
mainstream phone models.
The designs for this kind of case are
usually meant for young individuals and fashionistas, so those looking for
simple and modest case designs may not be a fan of this case.
So, I hope I was able to help you out in
picking up the right case for your gadget. If you have other ideas in mind
other than the ones I’ve mentioned in this post, please do tell us by leaving a
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