30+ Unique iPhone 4 Cases and Sleeves to Stand Out and Protect Your Device
Note: This post was first published on the Apr 27, 2011.
Most people are no longer buying cases and pouches simply to protect their iPhones; they want something that makes them feel good. Much like having an iPhone versus a Blackberry or HTC phone says something about you, you might still wish to stand out from the growing iPhone crowd and claim an identity for yourself. One way to do that is to personalize your iPhone with a case or pouch that represents who you are. You might choose cutesy cartoonish designs, no-nonsense business styles, or geeky techy looks—it’s all up to you.
With the surge in iPhone ownership over the past few years, it’s not surprising that there is now a large variety of iPhone cases and pouches available on the market. Apple is all about creativity, so iPhone users like myself crave originality in designs more than anything else. The list below consists of some of the most striking designs I could find in terms of aesthetics, protective functionality, and overall feel. Check out the source of each case or pouch if you are interested in purchasing them!
Casings
Designer Steampunk iPhone 4 Cogs and Gears by CWestbrookDesigns
The beautifully crafted design on this casing oozes a feeling of elegance and exquisiteness to your delicate iPhone 4.
GeoMetric Case by Speck
Life is not perfect; not everything we see is as smooth as we want them to be. This case says it all with its asymmetrical textured side which makes it unique from the rest of the casings we see every day.
ToughSkin Case by Speck
Whether you are an adventurer who loves outdoor activities or the careless person who drops or bumps your phone countless times, this ToughSkin case is your defense against physical abuse of any sort to your iPhone.
Deflector by Uncommon
Smooth and clean design brings out the simplicity in you.
ZeroChroma Teatro by Art of the iPhone
A rather functional piece of casing that enables users to place their iPhone upright with a built-in stand at the back. Great if you are watching movies on your iPhone on your desk.
Trident Cyclops Hybrid Case by Art of the iPhone
Looking for a case that offers maximum protection? Then the Cyclops case is for you, with its hard shell for both the front and the back of the phone, topped off with a silicone rubber band to protect the edge.
The New Vapor Pro Limited Edition by Element Case
This is one of the most pricey casing around, but it might well be worth it. It’s light, stylish and safeguards your phone against scratches and negligent mechanical damages. Dig this, it even has an aerospace polymer insert to counter potential connectivity issues you have when you grip your phone.
Stacks Case by Case-mate
This case offers customization by allowing for the flexibility to stack six different colored pieces to your own preferences to create your own distinctive modern design.
Waddler Case by Case-mate
A penguin-inspired theme for your iPhone casing, available in different colours.
Quartet Case by Case-mate
Another customizable casing which you can connect four different, interchangeable colored pieces to create your look.
Facets Case by Case-mate
Geometrical patterns on a slim case give a very modern feel to your iPhone.
Pouches
Hoodie Sweater by SplashingKoi
Even iPhones want to make a fashion statement by suiting up this hoodie sweater.
80’s Retro Mix Cassette Tape by Coolbeans717
Go Retro: Conceal your iPhone within a cassette tape inspired outer pouch.
Bacon and Egg by Antjes
A very cute pouch to remind you of what you have for breakfast every morning.
Denim Gadget Case by Instructables
A DIY pouch made solely from your old, worn-out Levi jeans!
Domo by SydneyAngel
Can’t get enough of everyone’s favorite monster, Domo? Get this adorable pouch and amuse your friends each time you need to check your messages on your iPhone.
BENDER Futurama by Nokomomo
For those of you who are fans of Futurama, you’ll identify this pouch as the face of Bender Bending RodrÃÂguez. The amazing thing about it is that it is hand-made from high-quality wool felt blend, so you can be sure it will feel good on your hands.
NES Nintendo Entertainment System Control Pad by EgoorEngland
Remember back in the 80s’ when NES Nintendo console was the ‘in’ thing? This will definitely send you reminiscing those times you spent playing Super Mario all day long.
Gameboy by Coolbeans717
Yet another pouch to flood you with memories of your younger days. Before PSP and iPhones, we had gameboy.
Grey Domo by SplashingKoi
Instead of the original brown Domo, how about a gray one?
Monochrome Apple by SplashingKoi
The ultimate Apple fan will want everything they use to represent Apple. This monochrome Apple pouch brings you closer to that goal.
1UP Mario Mushroom by SplashingKoi
Everyone remembers those delightful mushrooms in Super Mario. This is available in various sizes for your Kindle, iPod, etc as well.
Playstation by Rabbitrampage
The classic first-generation gray Playstation and its analogue controller.
Xbox360 by SplashingKoi
For all you Xbox360 fans, this is a very detailed design using felt.
Sushi Bento Box Japanese Cuisine by Coolbeans717
Who would have thought of seeing sushi on your iPhone pouch? This’ll definitely draw curious stares and start conversations.
Light Blue Phone by Hine
Cute little blue classic phone inspired pouch to contain your, well, iPhone.
Gray & Gray by Hine
This one’s a phone too, but includes a lovable cat figure and it’s in gray.
Red Envelope by Vintage Coquette
Instead of a pouch, why not use an envelope to seal your iPhone? Think out-of-the-box.
Red and Tan by Vintage Coquette
How about a red and tan manila envelope to enclose your iPhone with?
