I was a huge fan of the Speck case for the 2G/3G iPod Touch (Speck PixelSkin Rubberized Case for iPod touch 2G,(Black)), so I waited a bit for the new 4G case to be released. Overall, I was not disappointed. The case is the perfect size for the 4th generation, although it does seem a bit less bulky than its predecessor. Surely, that's because the new Touch is smaller, and, therefore, they wanted the case to be smaller, but it gives the impression that it's not as protective as the 2G/3G case. Nevertheless, I'm fairly confident that the corners won't be damaged much by a drop.
But note that I only said the corners. The 2G/3G case had some material over the home button that, in addition to protecting the button and the bottom part of the iPod, also provided some rigidity to the bottom of the case, where an opening is required for the headphones and USB cable. Well, the 4G doesn't have that, meaning it takes minimal effort to push the bottom part of the case upward and, thus, expose the bottom edge of the iPod itself (i.e. the area around the ports) to damage. If you're unlucky, the iPod could drop in such a fashion that damage would be incurred there.
But, I'm still giving this case four stars. It provides sufficient protection without swallowing the iPod whole, has a great feel, and fits the iPod perfectly. It just has a few vulnerable areas, and loses some of the ruggedness existent within the 2G/3G case. Speck Rubberized PixelSkin Case for iPod touch 4G (Black)
I had a Pixelskin case for my Touch 3rd Gen and was very happy with it and this one is not much different. Like the other, it's not the most attractive case, but it will get the job done and has the advantage of being one of the first "big names" to market so I bet it will do well.
Some notes:
I was surprised at how little this adds to your iPod profile since it looks really bulky. Despite its low-profile, it provides just enough protection for your iPod to get you through daily use. It's no Otterbox, but it's a great in-between. You can also lay your iPod down on its face without worrying about scratching it up since there's enough rubber around the front of the case to keep the iPod itself suspended.
The case has rubber nodules built up around the power and volume buttons which makes them really easy to push. No more having to hit the power button with your thumbnail.
Could be a little bit tackier. The case is *almost* slippery and I wish the rubber they used had just a little bit more tack. It's not a deal breaker, just something I've always wished they'd done.
One disappointment: around the bottom of the case, there is only a thin strip of rubber dividing the sync-cable opening and the face opening. This is unlike their 3rd gen case which had rubber coming all the way up and actually covering the Home button. This strip is *really* narrow and just kind of flops around down there and I worry about it getting caught on something and tearing. That's what prevented this from getting 5 stars from me.
Aside from that, this is a top-notch case that fits perfectly and is not so outrageously expensive as some of the others out there.
I originally bought a older spec case for my second gen ipod touch that included the rubber case, screen protector film, and a belt clip that worked great. So when i upgraded to the 4g ipod touch i know exactly what case i wanted to get. this case case doesn't come with a plastic screen protector if you want one you'll have to purchase it separately another thing to note is the rubber that covered the home button is no longer there, its also harder to adjust the volume because on the 4g itouch the buttons are angled, the rubber doesn't seem as thick either but that may be to accommodate the fact that the 4th gen itouch is slim-er too
While I was never too interested in getting a screen protector for my new iPod Touch 32GB 4th Gen, I was interested in getting a case with it to protect it against normal daily use by a responsible adult. After reading many reviews I settled on this one, though it looked a bit bulky, especially for the extremely thin new iPod Touch.
My experience with the case after a fair amount of use is that it is a strong, solid, rubberized case that does a good job of protecting the iPod from regular usage. It is easy to apply and remove and yet maintains a snug and secure fit, though the bottom front of the case isn't as tight (which is a common issue with most cases, as the material at the bottom only covers a very small part of the iPod).It seems like it would also protect fairly well against short drops and bumps, and it's got a generous ridge surrounding the front of the iPod, which means that when placed face-down, or if it falls face-down, there is a good 1/4" or so of space between the screen and the surface.
The unit has the appropriate openings for the camera and microphone on the back, as well as the bottom of the unit, where the external speaker, docking port, and headphone jack are located. The bottom strip of material that covers the bottom of the iPod is more solid than most I've encountered, but it's also the unit's standout problem: the ridge comes right up against the bottom of the home button. The iPod Touch 4th Gen is slightly smaller than the previous iteration of the device, and as such there is less room for the home button. A bulkier and more solid case like this one doesn't block the Home button directly, but it does get in the way somewhat, since the average thumb that presses the home screen is larger than the home button itself. The back of the case also has the brand logo marked prominently on it, and this part noticeably sticks out while holding it, interrupting the uniform grid design on the back.
The case also has cover-integrated buttons that allow the user to control the exterior buttons without holes or case removal. The hold/lock button on the top right of the iPod is pleasingly easy to press. The volume buttons on the side, however, are much harder to navigate, and often require that I hold the unit with one hand while hitting the volume buttons with another. For a device that is so easy to use with a single hand, this is a small but notable issue.
The case is also less tacky than I'd hoped, at least at first. It's not completely lacking, but it won't stick as tightly to a non-porous surface as I would have liked (though it sticks extremely well to paper). After a few months, I noticed the unit did become more tacky, however, and it is less likely to slide around on a desk, office station, or table.
My case is black in color, and while it makes for a stylish yet neutral look, it does make my iPod difficult to find in low-light situations. This may or may not be an issue for others, but in retrospect I think I'd take the hit on style for something that stood out more for ease of identification.
The Speck PixelSkin HD is a good, rugged case that provides solid protection for your iPod, not only for the sides and rear, but also with a nice buffer for the front of the unit should it fall face-down. There is a small price to pay for all of this armor, however, and the volume and home buttons aren't as easily accessible as they could be. It's a solid case and I still recommend it as a nice insurance policy against regular daily use, but some may consider the added protection not worth the compromise and instead would opt for a thinner, more pliable case that offers a more seamless control experience. - Ipod Touch 4g Case - Ipod Touch - Case - Ipod Accessories'
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