DLO HipCase Leather Folio Case for iPod touch 1G, 2G, 3G (Black)
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Customer Review: The best case for iPod Touch...ever.
Summary: 5 Stars
I just recently recieved my iPod Touch and this DLO Case and I love them both. Like others said, there is a leathery/chemical smell on the case but this is the case for all real leather products because the company must dip the case in a chemical to prolong its lifetime of use. This makes this case worth it even more. Also, please understand that most leather cases for electronics will need to be slightly stretched out so that the electronic will fit evenly; I noticed that the iPod Touch 8GB was just barely too big, but after slightly stretching the leather, it fit perfectly. I bought this case for $19.70, which is a great value for such a solid case.
Here are the pros and cons about the DLO Case:
Pro's:
-Leather (high quality)
-Protects the iTouch well
-Access to the entire touch screen along with the home button
-Holes/cutouts for each function (light detector, earphone jack, charger port, etc.)
-Belt clip on the back is sturdy and allows easy storage on self
-Inside pocket allows for storage of one plastic card (debit card, credit card, etc.)
-Small magnets help keep the flap closed when not in use
Con's:
-Strong chemical smell for first several days of use (smell is expected from leather products)
-Might need to stretch the case just a bit for a good fit
As you can see, this case has barely any cons and many pros. Get this...now, before the price skyrockets.
Customer Review: Great case
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an awesome case for the ipod touch. Very classy leather, able to hide and protect the ipod touch. All jacks are accesible with this case, including headphone jack and 30 pin connecter. Theres also an opeing for the ambient light sensor for the brightness on the screen. The ipod touch fits tightly and properly into the case so that all controls inside are accessible. Also has a belt clip, I like this belt clip because its not swivel 360 degree one. The flap also has magnets so that the flap stays closed. There is also a flap on the inside for id or credit cards. Good case overall, just wish I could have paid less than $40, maybe something closer to $30. Edit: I ended up getting a new case after using this one for 6 months. Over time it did have some wear and tear and started to lose it shape and form. The iPod touch didnt fit in it as good as in the begginning. I also found it to be bulky when compared to other cases. I have gotten a Incase slider case which is hard shell plastic. Is much more sleeker and sexier and doesnt lose its fit. It was also slightly cheaper. Also provides better protection and makes the iPod touch much easier to use. Keep in mind the incase slider doesnt have a folio or a belt clip. The incase slider also comes with 1 year warrenty which the DLO folio doesnt. I have heard many good things about incase for their custoemr support. Also can use my dock/speakers without stretching or taking out the case with the incase slider.Customer Review: For those waiting for a touch 2G case...
Summary: 5 Stars
This one works just fine. I couldn't wait any longer for a case made specifically for the 2nd generation iPod touch, so I gave this one a shot based on other reviews.
A very well made product, the DLO folio holds the touch 2G well enough once it is completely seated. However, to insert headphones or the connector cord, you have to put a finger on top to hold touch in place. Still, it passes my acid test: turning the case upside down and shaking: the touch didn't move at all. So I can easily overlook having to use a finger when inserting headphones.
The leather is soft to the touch but feels strong enough to resist normal wear and tear. Holding it up to my nose, there's a faint whiff of gasoline smell, but nothing like the objections made in other reviews. The stitching is even and no loose ends. The belt clip is very sturdy and not likely to tear the leather or come off anytime soon.
There's only one place it's apparent the case was designed for the 1st generation: no cutout for the volume controls. A piece of leather sits right over the volume buttons. No biggie, I still can adjust the volume through the leather with a firm push of my thumb or fingernail.
The inside of the flap has a slot for a cleaning cloth, a nice touch for the touch (sorry).
So five stars for its sturdy construction, fit and finish. Even though it's designed for the 1st gen, it is exactly what I was looking for.
Customer Review: Terrific Deal
Summary: 5 Stars
Beautiful case, and works very well. When I first got it, the hole to access the port on the bottom was a little too small, and I had to remove the iPod from the case to recharge/sync it. I started pushing the recharger cable through the hole first, then slid the iPod down onto the charger for a few times until the leather stretched enough allow the cable to connect properly. It now fits perfectly.
I've had the case for a while now, and I've dropped the iPod a couple of times, and the case works...... no damage whatsoever to the iPod. The belt clip is very handy, I just wish it were removable, or they made one without the clip (I'd buy them both - there are times I want the clip, and sometimes it just gets in the way - nothing is perfect)
Great accessory. Looks professional, does a great job of protecting the iPod without making it too bulky, doesn't get in the way at all when using it once the leather "breaks in" a bit (at first, the area around the edge of the screen and the front button are somewhat difficult to get to, but after a little use, the leather form-fits to your iPod.
It flat-out works..... I'd buy one again without hesitation, but this one looks like it will outlast the iPod. Get one.....you won't be sorry.
....now, if they only made them in exotic leathers (Ostrich, Stingray, Snake skin, etc) :-)
Customer Review: Complete Protection for your IPOD Touch!
Summary: 5 Stars
Honestly, I haven't found a better case than this for the Ipods that we own. My son and I have tried several cases and this one is just "IT". It hits the mark on everything. It's got a nice padded inside to protect against scratching, plus it holds your ipod snuggly inside the case so that it will not slip out. Also, inside, you will find a nice little pocket to either hold your cleaning cloth, money, license, Credit Card...etc. There is a magnetic closure on the flap but when you open it, you have access to ALL the necessary buttons. There is absolutely no need for the plastic cover that goes over the front of the ipod at all, which I think makes a four hundred dollar item look cheap.
This case however, while cheap in price, (*I got two of them for $19.20 right here on Amazon), does not look, feel or come anywhere close to being cheap or cheaply made. Amazon is my main place for bargains and if I'm looking for something, you can bet I check daily. There is usually not one problem with Amazon. They always seem to deliver with style!
This case does not fall short on style at all, even at the above price. I felt that not one thing was over looked and the quality of the leather was supurb. SO if you are in the position that I was in, take my advice and don't by case after case...stop right here. You found it!