The iPhone 6 is a great phone in its own accord, that much is certain. Whether you’re a hardcore Android fan or you simply don’t like Apple products, there’s no denying the iPhone 6 is a popular pick for users around the globe, and for good reason. It brings a user-friendly OS, a lot of nifty features, a great camera and an effective screen. But it’s not the sturdiest of phones, and battery life isn’t exactly awe inspiring either on Apple’s latest flagship. Luckily, with a minor investment, you can get even more out of your iPhone 6, by investing in some of the best and most useful cases out there. Here are 5 cases that stand out from the bunch:
1. Bestek Battery Case
Dealing with the unimpressive battery life of the iPhone 6, the Bestek Battery Case gives that much needed energy boost for users that constantly need their phones charged. The case packs a 3,100 mAh battery that can be recharged using a micro USB cable. It also comes with back LED’s that indicate battery power and remaining power. The case isn’t specifically designed to withstand tremendous amounts of shock, but it will do a good job at protecting your phone from scratches and dents. It’s also relatively light and thin, considering it has a battery incorporated, but the Bestek case will add some bulkiness to your iPhone 6. Setting you back $43, this is one case that’s really worth picking up should you need the extra power.
2. Nodus Access Case
While without a doubt expensive, this $100 case adds a lot of style and utility to your iPhone 6. It’s luxurious, to say the least, and is made out of fine quality leather. Because of the leather build, the case is slim, light and looks gorgeous. You’d be worried about the lack of protection it provides, but rest assured, the micro-suction technology within the case can and will hold your smartphone in place and will protect it from average drops and bruises. Additionally, it provides a vertical or horizontal holding position, making it a desirable accessory for those of you that do a lot of typing.
3. Speck Candyshell Grip Case
If protecting your significant financial investment (yes, the iPhone 6’s price does make it an investment of sorts) is your main priority, the Speck Candyshell will do the trick. It costs $35, and provides one of the strongest drop-protections on the market today. It has a rubberized interior, button covers and stripes on the back that greatly improve grip, reducing the chances of the phone being dropped. While it does have various color variants, the case isn’t particularly good looking or light, but it will keep your phone intact, and that’s what it has been built for anyway.
4. BodyGlove ShockSuit Case
Another case built around protection, the Body Glove is a bulky case, to say the least. Costing $40, this case brings the latest 810G military drop protection standards to your phone. It protects every and all angles of your phone, so no matter how you drop it, it’s going to survive. Granted, it’s bulky, but there’s a certain appeal in this military-looking case. With a built-in screen protector and button covers, it’s a safe bet for anyone wishing to avoid direct damage to the Apple flagship.
5. Lifeproof Fre Case
Priced at $80, the Fre, made by Lifeproof, is one of the best cases you can get if water protection and general phone protection are your goal. The Fre adds much needed water resistance to the iPhone 6, allowing the phone to be submerged up to 2 meters in depth into water, without damaging it in any way. Additionally, the Fre provides good screen protection (yes, it’s scratch-resistant), and protects your phone from normal drops too. It’s stylish, efficient and light, but costs a considerable amount.