Product Description

The Otterbox For Apple Iphone 3G Defender Series Case Is Stylish And Slim In Design/ While Still Offering Unparalleled Protection Against Harmful Drops/ Bumps/ Shocks/ Scratches/ Dings And Dust.

Product Details

• Color: Black
• Brand: OtterBox
• Model: 1942-20.5
• Format: CD
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 2.75" h x 5.75" w x 9.00" l, .40 pounds

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

Customer Reviews

Do you hear an ECHO?!?!
I am not usually one to leave review comments... but I certainly read a BUNCH of reviews on cases for my iPhone 3G. THANK YOU to all those who wrote reviews and helped me pick the Otterbox Defender case! This case is awesome. VERY durable, all functions are accessible... and yes, the oil slicking effect is sometimes present, but easily fixed.

The ONLY issue I had when I installed the case was that immediately after I installed the case, almost 95% of all people I talked to said they heard an echo every time they spoke (you know, when you say something and a second later you hear it in your ear piece... ANNOYING!).

I was bummed because the case is built like a tank and already saved my phone from a 6' drop onto the asphalt in the rain. Though, I decided to remove the felt pieces that cover the mic and ear pieces since they are only there to prevent possible drops of water hitting those phone components directly. Once I removed those pieces, not one person complains of hearing the echo anymore! Strange, but it worked... so I wanted to pass it on.

The echo was the ONLY issue I had with this case... it's the best case I could find and WELL worth the money. I recommend it to everyone I see with an iPhone now :-)

An Excellent Experience
I bought the OtterBox 3G Defender for my iPhone through their website, but I thought I'd mention how happy I am with it here. I've heard a lot of complaints about the oil slicking effect under the membrane, but that problem was very easily solved, and hasn't reoccurred since I placed my phone in the case for the final time.

Calls are clear through it, and clear on the other end. I've heard a few people mention a tunnelling effect, but that doesn't seem present. All my calls have been just as clear as they were in my last phone case.

The OtterBox case is really protective, and of all the cases I've looked at so far, the sturdiest case for the iPhone 3G that I've seen. I highly recommend it to anyone who's looking for a solid case for his or her phone. Well worth the money!

Great protection but has some flaws.
This is a fine case that will protect your iPhone better than most other cases.

Pros:
-Very durable. I would feel very safe using it for outdoor activities like biking, running, hiking, skiing (but it's not waterproof), camping, etc.
-You can use all buttons on the phone.
-Durable belt clip has an extra feature that makes it easy to attach to your belt.

Cons:
-Very, very difficult to detach the case from the belt holster.
-The rubber/silicone outer cover often gets bunched up when you attach it to the belt holster.
-Most importantly, the built in screen protector gets splotchy and greasy easily, almost as if there's condensation or liquid between the screen protector and the iPhone's screen. The only way to remove it is to take the phone out of the case and clean it off which is a nuisance.

Conclusion: It doesn't make a very good "everyday" case. I only recommend purchasing it if you're an avid outdoorsman. For everyday use, find another case.