As you all know, it's never a proper aftermath of an iPod event without some new cases, and we here at Macworld are more than happy to present some of the first options available for that iPod Touch or Nano in your pre-order basket. From protective covers to eighties-inspired wrist straps, we've got a little something for every kind of case lover--except maybe a wrist-watch adapter for the Nano (and if someone wants to get on that before Halloween, I would be much obliged).
iPod Touch Cases
Belkin
From the looks of things, Belkin is getting ready to unleash a whole army of iPod Touch cases on the unsuspecting public starting in September. The company says they've identified "five main ways people carry their iPod," and have developed three categories for the cases they've created based on this knowledge.
The first category, Grip cases, features covers like the Grip Ergo with Strap (available in translucent black or translucent taro), offering an ergonomically sound design with removable hand strap. Also in this category are the Grip Groove Duo and Grip Graphix, which add texture to increase gripability; the Grip Vue, a smooth, gloss case; and the Grip Edge, a hard leather case featuring "a unique combination of grip and style."
Two Shield cases protect your iPod Touch without packing on the extra ounces--the solid-color polycarbonate Shield Eclipse with clear back window, and the super-thin snap-on Shield Mica.
Belkin's four Verve cases, meanwhile, are all about style. The Verve Cinema is a thicker leather case with built-in kickstand; the Verve Sleeve keeps the fashionista blue-stitched leather while the Verve Sleeve with Clip adds a belt-hook to the mix; and the Verve Folio adds a flippable cover for screen protection and an interior pocket for storing your credit cards, bills, and a key.
Pricing for Belkin's case line was not available as of this writing.
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