 An
iPod is a fragile piece of technology. Unlike my old
clunky yellow Sony Sport Walkman, the iPod can't take
multiple jarring impacts. The small, thin and scratch
prone iPod Nano is very delicate and requires extra
gentle care. Outdoor
activities especially can be dangerous for your iPod...
that is unless you have serious protection like the
OtterBox for iPod Nano
case.
 The
OtterBox for iPod Nano
is a great protection option for your iPod
because it is lightweight, see-through, waterproof and has
an interactive membrane allowing you to access the controls
while inside.
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DURABLABILITY
  Sure
it's waterproof, but how durable is the
OtterBox for iPod Nano
case?
Can it survive an afternoon with a canine? In the name of science,
I fastened the Otterbox clip to my dog's collar and let
her run around the house. She
just ignored it and went along with her normal dog activities
(scratching, sniffing, chasing tail, etc.).
At one point I stuck
the headphones in her ears and played a Clay
Aiken song (don't worry, at very low volume). She tilted
her head and stared at me before pulling the headphones out.
Apparently Clay Aiken's singing is confusing to multiple species.
The belt clip stayed
fastened to her collar all afternoon without any problems.
Honestly, there was no chance the iPod would have come off
her collar. The Otterbox belt clip is very secure. It
has a curled hook that loops under your belt and will
keep the case locked in place. The
Otterbox clip was designed to keep the case securely fastened
while swimming underwater and should stay fastened during
most activities.
| " From
laying on the beach to snowboarding in a halfpipe,
the
Otterbox
for iPod Nano is
a must-have accessory that will keep your iPod safe
and dry." |
WATERPROOF
The most impressive
thing about the
OtterBox for iPod Nano
is they somehow managed to mold the waterproof headphone connector directly into
the case. Several of OtterBox's competitors use a bulky external headphone plug
that sticks out of the case like a stray nail that needs to be hammered down.
OtterBox's integrated waterproof headphone connector is not only innovative but
cleanly executed.
ACCESSING
THE CONTROLS
So what happens when you want to access the controls
on your iPod while it is inside the case? Once you seal
up your iPod inside the Otterbox, you can still access
the iPod's click-wheel functions through a clear soft
plastic membrane. Even though you can't directly touch
your iPod Nano, its controls will remain completely accessible.
This interactive membrane is a brilliant feature provides
a distinct advantage over several of OtterBox's competitors.
| " The
Otterbox for iPod Nano
is an excellent case that not only offers everyday protection for your iPod,
but it is also completely waterproof." |
THE
BAD
The
OtterBox for iPod Nano
is a great product. The only issues we had with this case are
pretty minor. With the next generation Otterbox case we'd like
to see a slimmer belt clip and a wider opening radius.
 The
Otterbox's clip is a
little clunky. It's a large durable plastic clip that securely
fastens to any belt. This clip is great for extreme movement
activities but my wife likes to take the Nano speed walking
and finds the clip slightly bulky. Perhaps Otterbox should
consider making a separate slimmer clip for everyday use.
The other issue we
had with this case was the opening radius. When you open the
OtterBox for iPod Nano
case
to put your iPod inside, you will notice that the hinge
only opens up about about 30º degrees.
If it opened up just a little more, putting you iPod inside
would be a little easier. Overall, it's nothing major. Just a minor
annoyance.
FINAL
THOUGHTS
 Let's
face it, your iPod is more than just an MP3 player. For most
people, there's music on there that's not backed-up, contacts,
schedules, photos, work files…etc.
This can all be wiped out with just a few splashes of water or
a bad fall. Protecting your investment with
an
OtterBox for iPod Nano
is just plain smart. Not only is the OtterBox case completely
waterproof, it is extremely rugged. If you plan on taking your
iPod anywhere near water or sand, then protecting
your
iPod
with an
OtterBox for iPod Nano
is basically a no brainier.
The
OtterBox for iPod Nano
is an excellent case that not only offers everyday protection for your iPod,
but it is also waterproof. From
laying on the beach to snowboarding in a halfpipe, the
OtterBox for iPod Nano
is a must-have accessory that will keep your iPod safe and dry.
OtterBox makes
protective cases for the original iPod, iPod
Mini, iPod Video
as well as the iPod Nano.
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company called Otterbox manufactures the Otterbox for iPod Nano.
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