Types of iPhone 4S Cases

Hundreds of iPhone 4S cases are now available on market with various designs, materials, textures, colors, etc. Some cases can be durable with shock-absorbing material or stylish with bright colors and unique designs. Other cases may functional as well as attractive. There is no “exact” case for an iPhone 4S as it depends on your preference and need. Helping you to choose the right case, here is the types of iPhone 4S cases available on market.

iPhone 4S Cases

Tough cases - Implies from its name, “tough” iPhone 4S cases are made of tough materials such as rubbers, silicones, or other shock-absorbing materials. It main function is to protect the delicate hardware of an iPhone 4S from dropping or crushing damage. These cases are mainly focused on its function. That is why these cases usually come with chunky shapes and thick coverings often evoke military hardware. Recently, some tough case manufacturers have already started to make their products more attractive with bright colors and sleeker lines.

Gel cases - The gel iPhone 4S cases are made out of polyurethane gel or silicone. Gel cases provide some protection from unexpected drops. Sometime, these gel cases are called bumper cases; like the bumper on a car. Many iPhone 4S users prefer gel cases rather than tough cases because they are more colorful. The translucent material of gel case can be infused with a wide variety of eye-catching colors.

Sport cases - Sport cases of iPhone 4S is usually used by those who like listening to mp3 music players through iPhone 4S during a workout. The sport iPhone 4S cases is equipped by Velcro or elastic straps that slip around the arm, keeping the phone protected during a run. These sport cases also provide some protection from the elements, but they do not have much additional padding to resist drops.

Leather cases - Leather cases is likely to be more popular for businessman or executives because of its elegance look. Surely a black leather case looks more professional than a brightly colored gel or hard plastic case. These cases give some protection from drops and bumps with a wide leather exterior and a padded interior.  The form may come in a sleeve design as the phone slips into or a flip cover that pulls back to reveal the iPhone’s touch screen.

Hard plastic cases - Hard plastic of iPhone 4S cases offers bright colors and appealing designs. The case snaps around the metal exterior of an iPhone and brighten up the phone’s monochromatic design. The case can be used to differentiate two identical phones which is very ideal for families or group of friends owing the same types and colors of iPhone 4S. Its main function is to absorb shock but less than other cases. To maximize the protection, hard plastic case can be combined with a padded sleeve.

Which one is better? That depends on your preference and need as well. For sure, iPhone 4S case’s functions are protecting iPhone 4S from dropping or crushing damage. In addition, it also protects from collecting internal dust.