If you're planning on getting a bit rough'n'tumble with your iPhone in tow, it's a good idea to get your sleek handset some protection. I mean, it can take the odd drop and scrape, but being thrown from, say, a moving mountain bike probably counts as cruel and unusual punishment! Among the options are XtremeMac's new range of wraps and cases for the handset, using tough materials like neoprene, silicone and leather to swaddle that slice of Apple loveliness.
On that bike, the SportWrap probably is your best bet: it has a velcro strap to fix to your arm and a clear screen protector so you can still shuffle between your favourite cycling tunes (I personally recommend Spandau Ballet's Gold when attempting steep hills). It has a moisture-resistant lining, too, to keep out sweat, and a dinky little pocket for your keys or a small religious artefact.
For the slightly more sedate (I'm thinking walking not riding), the belt-clip Onyx case is a microsuede-lined cocoon for your iPhone. Cutouts for buttons and headphones mean you can still use it without needing to take it out, although doing so should be pretty easy thanks to the use of a magnetic clasp. The outside is hand-stitched leather.
Finally, for those rubber-fetishists (and I know you're reading this), XtremeMac's TuffWrap silicone case might be the ideal playmate. Ridged for your pleasure - and for a decent grip - it has cutouts for buttons and features while a clear screen-protector makes accidentally scratching the phone's display with your gas-mask unlikely.
The range launches in August and is available for pre-order now; SportWrap and Onyx are priced at $29.95 while TuffWrap comes in at $19.95
Remember, we've got a wide range of cases, screen-protectors and skins available in the MY iTablet Store!





















