Protection from inevitable Doom and Destruction

Salutations Spotlighters and welcome back to the third edition of our discussions on the Epic Touch.   Last week we briefly touched on a couple of case options for the Touch and when I posted my comments on the Sprint Space blog site there was interest from the readers to get a more in depth review of all the case options available.  My motto here at the Spotlight is “the people get what the people want” so our direction and fate for this post is set as we continue the case discussion.  In all honesty I’m not surprised that cases for this device is a topic of interest as we’ve talked about the slim and light profile, coupled with the slick materials on the back, leave something to desire in terms of grip.   The form factor along with the ability of the uncoordinated, yours truly included, to regularly allow their devices to perform suicide dives makes a case for the Touch a necessity.  There are a wide range of tastes when it comes to case selection so I’ve tried to divide up the options into logical categories.  I’ve also attempted to run the gambit but I only have so much time so if you don’t see your particular case of choice don’t freak out on me.  (I’m talking directly to you Otterbox enthusiasts!  no option available yet)   Sure there are more options out there than what I’ve provided below but what you will find when googling “Epic Touch cases” are most roll up into the first category listed below and the associated links pretty much display the same product over and over again.       

       

Cheap Plastic/Rubber Cases

The case option for folks looking to spend little dough, don’t want excessive bulk, and/or want to add ridiculous looking bling to their device: (oh snap. . .)

Sprint Hybrid Gel Cover Option:  ($21.99 less EWD/SWAC disc)

http://shop2.sprint.com/NASApp/onlinestore/en/Action/OSBrowseAccessoriesDetail?categoryRefName=Carry+%26+Protect&PHONE_ID=SPHD710KIT&selectedAccessoryID=CZS2875R&topPageNumber=0&subPageNumber=0

Several Options from Accessory Geeks, running $9.99 to $12.99, some rather bright options:

http://www.accessorygeeks.com/samsung-epic-4g-touch-plastic-cases.html

           

            TPU seems to be a popular brand, a few different colors available: ($8.90)

http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=epic+touch+case&tag=googhydr-20&index=aps&hvadid=12535631850&ref=pd_sl_1j8e2rbzig_b#/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=epic+touch+case+TPU&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Aepic+touch+case+TPU

If you are too cheap to buy this one what are you doing with an Epic Touch?  Rubbery option providing better device grip:  ($1.97)

http://www.focalprice.com/MSD78L/Durable_Rubber_Samsung_Epic_Touch_4_D710_Case_Blue.html?utm_source=CS&utm_medium=GM_US&utm_campaign=CS_GM_US_MSD78L&kw=%7bkeyword%7d&gclid=CIWn1t6E36sCFcJrKgodxCGvNg

Kickstand Cases

Multimedia geeks unite! (again including yours truly)  Kickstand cases are suited for those of us that either lack the coordination to hold onto our devices or are addicted to multitasking requiring free hands for blogging while we watch Netflix.

Slim Kickstand option from Sprint: ($29.99 less EWD/SWAC disc)

http://shop2.sprint.com/NASApp/onlinestore/en/Action/OSBrowseAccessoriesDetail?categoryRefName=Carry+%26+Protect&PHONE_ID=SPHD710KIT&selectedAccessoryID=CZS0933R&topPageNumber=0&subPageNumber=0

Another almost identical designed Kickstand option on eBay:   ($19.99)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Protective-HardShell-Case-w-Built-In-Kickstand-Sprint-Samsung-Epic-Touch-4G-/350494161588?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item519b147ab4

Ultimate Protection Cases

Until Otterbox gets their act together there is only one device specific option and a couple of universals available:

Case Mate has always been a favorite of mine, appears to be a good design here as well:  ($34.99)

http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Epic-Touch-4G-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Epic-Touch-4G-Tough-Cases.asp

Ok if you absolutely have to have an Otterbox this is your only universal option right now:  ($18.99)

http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=41574

A couple of odd universal numbers I found, anyone for a swim?  ($24.95)

http://store.androidcentral.com/aquapac-handheld-case/4A104A593.htm

http://store.androidcentral.com/overboard-waterproof-case/4A104A7226.htm

      

Slim Profile Cases

Another category lacking selection, slim profile cases are for those folks looking for protection from the occasional drop but don’t want their case to add 20 lbs to the device’s waistline.

Not available for a couple of more days but you are able to preorder CaseMate’s Barely There option.  I had this on my Evo 3D and loved it:  ($19.99)

http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=28553

Pouch Clip Cases

What can I say about pouch and clip cases. . .  Taped up glasses, check.   Pocket protector, check.  Desire to show the world how cool you are at all times by displaying your phone on your hip, check.  

Sprint Clip Cargo Holster options:

            Canvas Option ($29.99)

http://shop2.sprint.com/NASApp/onlinestore/en/Action/OSBrowseAccessoriesDetail?categoryRefName=Carry+%26+Protect&PHONE_ID=SPHD710KIT&selectedAccessoryID=CCU9213_C&topPageNumber=0&subPageNumber=0

Leather Option:  ($39.99)

http://shop2.sprint.com/NASApp/onlinestore/en/Action/OSBrowseAccessoriesDetail?categoryRefName=Carry+%26+Protect&PHONE_ID=SPHD710KIT&selectedAccessoryID=CCU2588Q_C&topPageNumber=0&subPageNumber=0

Several clip case options out on Shopandroid.com:  (ranging $11-$25)

http://store.androidcentral.com/samsung-epic-4g-touch-cases.htm?utm_source=ac&utm_medium=housead&utm_term=cases&utm_content=sidebarmain&utm_campaign=community

If anyone has any other options worthy to note please feel free to respond.  Next week we’ll touch on the device’s battery performance and I’ll think of  another area of interest to tag along.  As always if there is something that you would like to see mentioned ring me up, until next time!    

Link to Previous Post on the Samsung Epic Touch:
http://mblspt.blogspot.com/2011/10/samsung-gives-you-power-of.html