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What Are the Best Types of Phone Cases?

For many of us, life without a smartphone has become all but unimaginable. They are our prized possession, our inseparable companion - and we want to cherish and protect them accordingly.

Phone cases have become a must-have accessory for smartphone owners keen to give their devices a little extra protection against life’s bumps and spills - while, of course, making something of a fashion statement. It is fair to say that the choice in cases available now far outweighs the phones themselves, such is the variety in styles, designs and materials out there.

But the question is - which are the best? Like many things in life, answering that question is largely subjective, and depends on a combination of personal preferences and what your priorities for a phone case are. That said, there is no harm in offering some friendly advice in narrowing the choices down. So that’s exactly what we’ll aim to do here - set out what we consider to be the best phone case options for three different purposes.

Best for protection


First and foremost, people look to phone cases to add an extra layer of protection to their precious devices. After all, smartphones are not the most durable things in the world - a simple fumble can easily lead to a cracked screen, a shattered casing or a damaged camera lens, triggering an expensive repair bill.

If you really do want to wrap your phone in cotton wool (or actually, something much better), then a rugged case is the way to go. Manufactured from materials such as ionised rubber, hardened polycarbonate, aluminium and even wood, rugged cases are designed to offer robust impact protection, and are often water resistant, too. The downside is that they add a lot of bulk to your phone - great for avoiding cracks and scrapes, not so great for your pocket.

Most versatile


You are probably already familiar with the slimline plastic versions that arguably pass for the default phone case these days. They are all well and good - until you realise that the brittle plastic cracks just as easy as your phone when you drop it. In a similar style, a much more reliable option is a soft silicone case. 

Offering great value, soft silicone actually offers better protection to your phone because there is a degree of ‘bounce’ in the material. Many people like the feel of the silicone in their hand and suggest it gives them better grip. For those who are keen to keep their phones slimline, ultra-thin varieties are available which add barely any noticeable bulk. And finally, silicone cases are just perfect for that other reason everyone wants a phone case - for printing whatever design it is that takes your fancy.

Best for style


Finally, we know this is dangerous territory to step into - everyone has their own views on what is and isn’t stylish, and hey, some of you out there might honestly feel that a shark-shaped day-glo case is the very definition of cool. But for a timeless look that you can’t really go wrong with, a folio case is hard to beat. Designed to look for all intents and purposes like a wallet (many even come with card slots inside), folding folio cases often come in leather (real or faux) or woven material varieties, offering a solid level of protection coupled with a tidy, sophisticated appearance.

Of course, no case is going to guarantee 100% protection for your smartphone in every circumstance. If you really do want to cover your back, check out our excellent value mobile insurance - starting at just £1.49 a month, it is cheaper than a case anyway!

*The information in this blog is designed to provide helpful information on the subjects discussed. Please seek a professional for expert advice as we can not be held responsible for any damages or negative consequences upon following this information.

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5 Marvellous iOS Apps to Download

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5 Marvellous iOS Apps to Download

The Apple App Store is home to more than a million apps; some are creative and engaging, while others are just plain boring. With so many apps to choose from, it can become quite confusing when deciding which app to download either for fun or utility. Here, we have highlighted 5 apps which are truly incredible and they stand out among the plethora of apps available in the app store.

1.    Photoshop Fix

This app is produced by Adobe and it is basically a scaled down version of the popular photo editing software known as Photoshop. The software is only available on the desktop; however, Adobe has taken one step further to make it available for a mobile phone, in this case on iOS devices. It doesn’t have the full features of the desktop version, but it allows you to quickly edit your photos.

You can heal blemishes, adjust the brightness, contrast, and the colour, edit the jaw line, and reshape photos. It can be downloaded for free on the Apple store.

2.    Camera+

The camera on any recent iPhone is quite good, but with camera+, it gets even better. A famous app downloaded by nearly 14 million people ever since its launch in 2010, camera+ allows you to have control over your photos in a way that you never thought was possible using a mobile phone camera.

Sporting a multitude of functionalities such as lens control, digital zoom, innovative filters, amazing effects, etc. you will feel as though as you own a professional DSLR camera. It is available on the app store for £2.29.

3.    Clear

There are numerous organization apps through which you can create to-do lists for your everyday tasks, but most of them are quite difficult to use. Clear is an app that is used by nearly 2 million people; it is said that it is as simple to use as a pen and paper. The user interface has an uncomplicated design and it merges with the reminders on your phone. You can easily create and manage a to-do list for your daily chores. This app works on the Apple Watch as well and it is available in the app store for £3.99.

4.    Waze

Waze is a navigation app that allows users to use their iOS device’s built-in GPS to navigate to their destination easily. The app can inform you of how fast you are travelling and it can also reroute you around heavy traffic to shorten your commute time. Additionally, it has the functionality to display warnings about accidents, construction work, police, red-light cameras, speed cameras, etc.

5.    Infuse 4

Everyone knows that Apple devices especially iPhones can play movies, but they are at a disadvantage when it comes to file formats, limited storage capacities, and a complicated file import mechanism. Infuse 4 is an app that is essentially a workaround; you can play videos of different file formats, stream video content from a Mac or PC, and it even provides metadata and art for your videos. It is available on the app store for £7.63.


*The information in this blog is designed to provide helpful information on the subjects discussed. Please seek a professional for expert advice as we can not be held responsible for any damages or negative consequences upon following this information.

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