After I bought my new iPod Nano, I was immediately faced with a problem. I use the Nano primarily for listening to music and podcasts in the car. This year, here in North Carolina, we hit triple digit heat very early. I didn’t want to leave my Nano in the hot car all day, yet I also didn’t want to get it scratched and damaged by throwing it in my pocket, purse, or briefcase.
The solution came in a special “Defender” case for the Nano by Otterbox. I have used Otterbox cases before. They are known for their protective cases. Their Armor cases are the toughest you’ve ever seen. They are waterproof, dustproof, and crushproof…but they are not necessarily pretty. This new Defender line is strong enough for everyday use and it is very attractive, as well.
This case also gave me several unexpected perks. When I bought my Nano, I wanted the pink Nano, but I bought the silver one because it was cheaper. As you can see from my picture, the Otterbox completely encompassed my Nano turning it into the pink gadget that I originally craved.
In addition the Otterbox company is donating 10% of the purchase price to the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade. This great group works at finding a cure for breast cancer as well as helping breast cancer patients get access to the care they need. So I get to help the fight against breast cancer while enjoying the protection that my Otterbox offers.
And that protection is considerable. The Defender case is not waterproof, but it will completely protect your Nano from everyday bumps and bruises. It offers 3 layers of protection. There is a clear polycarbonate sheet with a coating that offers chemical and abrasion protection, a hard hi-impact polycarbonate skeleton, and a softer premium grade silicone skin for added protection against drops, bumps and shocks. The second and third layers are slightly different shades of pink giving the Nano a two-tone look. This case also comes in black and clear or all clear which allows the color of the Nano to peak through.
The scroll wheel is completely protected, but the thin covering makes it fully useable. In fact, I found that the scroll wheel is actually easier to use when the Nano is in this case. It constrains your finger to the area of the scroll wheel that is workable. All the ports are fully functional right through the case. Each port has its own cover, so the case offers more protection than some that leave the bottom of the Nano unprotected for accessibility.
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