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Review: Fusion Case for iPhone 3G
May 13, 2009, 3:08 AM by ROB
Posted in IPHONE, REVIEWS, MOBILE | 462 views
I've been plagued with the hard case/soft case debate since I bought my iPhone 3G last year. On one hand, I appreciate the slim form factor of a soft case; my phone is big enough as it is. On the other, a hard case offers more protection. After a week with the Fusion case from Contour Design, I've (almost) found my happy medium.
In the manufacturer's own words:
| Consisting of more than just plastic and rubber, the Fusion is made of space age polycarbonate skillfully molded around the iPhone 3G then fused with high tech silicone to create a shell more flexible and protective than anything before. |
Well, I wouldn't call it "space age." The "Space Age," after all, began in 1957. I would go as far as calling it "cool," though, as it's certainly one of a kind. Here's the rundown.
Pros: Since it's a combination of both hard plastic and silicone, the Fusion is more durable than the Incipio soft case it replaced. The Incipio case was completely silicone and it wound up tearing after a few months' use. I don't see the Fusion getting damaged in that manner and it keeps the bulk of the phone to a minimum.
Cons: The silicone in the Fusion isn't as "grippy" as other soft cases. Some might call that a benefit, but I certainly miss it; the grip I've enjoyed in other hard cases helps keep my phone reasonably secure in the car, on tables, and in my pocket. Since the Fusion's silicone is tougher and glossier than other soft cases, it is a little prone to scratching, but it's better than the phone itself going all wonky.
The Verdict: The Fusion is, to me, the best of both worlds, combining the form factor of a soft case with the durability of a hard case. It's available for both the iPhone 3G and the iPod Touch 2G, so no one gets left out (except those "old" iPhone users, but they should probably upgrade to 3G anyway). At $29.95, it's priced comparably with other cases, so if you're looking for something both durable and slim, it's a good buy.
Our score: 4/5 (Above Average)
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