The iPhone 13 is arriving this week and we have a huge range of cases and accessories for it and we look forward to checking it out, There is much hype over right now if you should upgrade from the iPhone 12, the choice is yours if you have the cash to splash but upgrading the the 13 pro which we are doing is certainly one option or go pro with last years iPhone 12.
Either way you need to case up as a drop is expensive regardless and PHNX formerly MNML have a range of cases to pick from and we are looking at the iPhone 12 line ones today with a full range of iPhone 13 pro cases dropping next week so stay tuned for that. These cases are minimalistic hence the name and do give you some protection and are ideal for going out or just being about the house and are super thin, they also protect the camera area of your iPhone an all ports accessible and keys and look really nice.
These cases will also work with wireless charging if you are concerned about that and are brand free, check out the video below for more and watch out for the mega iPhone 13 round up soon on techbuzireland.com where we give you a hands on review and look at the products and less of the stock image approach.
BURGA is a trendsetting European fashion and lifestyle brand. Their goal is to inspire and empower people to express their personal style with our premium quality tech accessories and some really top class phone cases for your mobile phone and have kindly sent us over two cases to check out for the iPhone 12 they do have a huge range of cases for other devices Airpod cases and much more and they look like real quality goods which is nice to see.
We have two cases in to check out and the first up is the Classy Marble iPhone 12 case and it is a case that looks really premium and not some cheap tack you often find on sale on other sites that cost five euro and so on and as the saying goes “buy cheap buy twice”
There is not much to say when it comes to reviewing phone cases apart from how well they are made and the materials used and having done hundreds of case reviews here it is easy to spot quality over cheap and these cases are quality and look great on your phone, all the ports are perfect as expected and the case gives your phone real protection all round even if face down unlike some cases you might find.
Check out the video below for more on this case and check out the link below for more and see what Burga has to offer..
Next in for review from Burga is the Satin White Marble iPhone12 case and again the same applies before as to the previous case we have reviewed from the company, All aspects remain the same here and the quality once again is throughout. As Burga says on their website:
We take everyday boring items and – with a bit of magic and extreme imagination – turn them into lifestyle & fashion accessories you’ll be psyched to wear.
We add a pinch of sunshine to a cloudy day. Paint a sunflower on a winter canvas. Extract the purest feeling of freedom and combine it with a fierce desire for perfection. In other words, we go the extra mile to make you look & feel absolutely out of this world! Dive into the world of BURGA — a world of fashion, chique, and jaw-dropping aesthetics. Whatever your destination, we’ll help you get there in style.
This case again offers grip, gives your phone a premium look and protects it all round with a nice lip around the front of the device enabling you to leave it face down, check out the video below for more..
If anyone bought any of the new iPhones this year you will of course notice a charger missing which for paying the price you do is scabby being polite. Their argument does not bode well either stating there is plenty out there lying around the house which is true but this comes with a lightning to USB-C cable so you will need a charger with a USB-C connection to get power to your device if you are not one to use wireless charging, you can of course go for their overpriced clumsy magsafe charger.
Apple claims the smaller box this time round and claims less package waste but still want to fleece you for their own charger that is a rip-off and 5W which still has to ship and adds to more waste so Apple I do not buy it the public does not buy it and nor will people buy your more expensive crappy charger when there is better on offer costing less and charging your device faster such as the Anker 20W charger we have here today, and not only does this charge iPhone it charges all devices once you have compatible cables to match.
Over all this is a slight bit smaller than Apples offering chargers 3 times quicker and costs less so this is a win in anyone’s book from all angles and Anker is a well known solid established brand and you can be sure charging any phone will not be an issue or cause problems. This is a mid range charger you could say now as there is faster charging options out there today but charges your iPhone 3 times quicker so keep this in mind and for the iPhone 12 it takes about 1hr 20 mins and battery size of course will differ between devices.
If you have purchased the latest iPhone QDOS has now a full range of accessories for your device which is not cheap and investing in screen protectors and cases is an expense worth paying and perhaps an investment in the long run.I have not been a fan of screen protectors for some time and this was due to curved screens and they never lasted but I now use them on flat faced screens and they are a must have…
QDOS has a full range of these for most of todays mobile phones and you should pick one up. Recently I dropped my Pixel 5 which now has a mark on it was saved by a screen protector and would have been an expensive fix should I have not had a screen protector on board, this takes two minutes to install and the job is done and you are good to go, check out the video for more below
QDOS is a brand that has many accessories for mobiles and are really affordable and we have covered many of these in the past, We also have a glass screen protector in for review which will be up shortly after this, the HYBRID PRO TECT case offers all the features you would expect from a phone case and feels really good in the hand too and it is slim giving you extra grip. Check out the video below for all the details.
Ultra-transparent case designed with a combination of 2 premium materials: Strong polycarbonate backing designed with scratch resistance, Flexible coloured TPU frame with air cushions to absorb falls up to 4ft
Unrivalled clarity, with micro-dot technology embedded in the polycarbonate back, stopping the Newton Ring effect
TPU frames are treated with anti-yellowing agents to avoid discoloration
Raised bevel edges protect the device screen when placed down on a surface
Raised TPU bumper surrounds the camera area for added protection
Precision cut-outs offer easy access to ports and buttons
Buttons offer great feedback with responsive touch
Soft edges for easy installation
Wireless charging compatible / Magsafe compatible
Perfectly showcases the design of the iPhone 12/ iPhone 12 Pro
Can be worn with OptiGuard™ Glass Protect tempered glass screen protector (OptiGuard™ not included) Review on this up next
Ok so phone cases come in all kinds of packaging and that is grand and dandy but Tech 21 sent us probably the best phone case launch pack I have seen and it is cool, Inside is some documentation, USB key and a whopper bar of Dairy Milk ( How did they know it was one of my favourites) anyway it was gorgeous. Also inside was the Evo Clear case for the iPhone 12, thought / felt like there would have been more cases but overall it is a well presented package and I like it.
The Evo Clear case is offering the usual aspects tech 21 offer with their cases and this one being clear allows you to see your devices natural colour, it is also scratch resistant and works with wireless charging. See the video below for more. See their full range as there is some really nice options available
Recently on tech buzz we checked out the Otterbox Symmetry case for the Google Pixel 5 and it is serving me well and protecting my device, One of my other devices in house now is the iPhone 12 and Otterbox has kindly sent us a selection of cases for it and an 18 charger something that Apple forgot to put in the box.
POP SOCKETS have been a popular gadget for some time now and Otterbox has included three colours here alongside their symmetry cases so there is something for everyone here with a really nice selection to choose from, Also now has new packaging a red heart on the front. This is our giving back program, any customer who purchases an Otterbox case that comes in that packaging can now go onto our website (website is included in the packaging) and choose a prevetted charity that Otterbox will donate €1 to on their behalf. Their new products (Including pixel 5 as seen above) now come in new white and black packaging, this packaging is recyclable and can be disposed of in a green bin. It’s not 100% plastic free as there are plastics in the adhesive and the ink I think but a nice sustainability change.
And finally the symmetry colours Black, Blue, Grey (Not clear) for iPhone 12/pro/mini/max now come with Anti microbial protection built in, stopping the growth of nasty bugs on your device and helping keeping it safer to use. – it will be written on the packaging for all products it applies to.
Next up for the iPhone 12 is a range from leading brand SPECK they make cases for the majority of phones and offer excellent protection all all round for your smartphone and priced well. These case offer excellent drop protection and protect both front and rear of the device and have bumpers on the corners and not only this they have antimocrbial technology which protects against stain and odor-causing bacteria on case surfaces. Check out the video below for more and image gallery..
Speck has partnered with Microban International, the global leader in antimicrobial technology, to integrate Microban® product protection into all cases for the iPhone 12 series. Microban provides Speck users product protection against stain and odor-causing bacteria on case surfaces. Consumers have peace of mind that their phone case is cleaner beyond what is visible to the naked eye by targeting the invisible microbes that contaminate surfaces. Working continuously, Microban technology has been proven effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria to fight growth 24/7, for the lifetime of the case.
Included in the lineup is Speck’s new Presidio®2 line of cases with Presidio2 Armor Cloud technology, a breakthrough in device protection that uses individual air capsules to resist damage upon impact. To create Presidio2 Armor Cloud technology, Speck developed a proprietary design that aligns individual air capsules along the perimeter of the case. At impact, the air capsules flex and suspend the device on a cushion of air, like an airbag. Speck is continuously innovating and exploring ways to pack in the most protection while maintaining Speck’s hallmark slim design. The Presidio2 line includes Presidio2 Armor Cloud, Presidio2 Grip and Presidio2 Pro.
Also available is a range of Presidio Perfect-Clear cases. To show off the beauty and vibrant colors of the iPhone 12 series without compromising protection, the cases in the Presidio Perfect-Clear line provide brilliant clarity and 4 metre drop protection. An innovative crystal-clear coating is guaranteed to resist yellowing and discoloration over time. The Presidio Perfect-Clear line includes cases that address both function and style: Presidio Perfect-Clear, Presidio Perfect-Clear with Grips, Presidio Perfect-Clear with Glitter, Presidio Perfect-Mist, and Presidio Perfect-Clear Ombre.
The full Speck line for iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max includes:
Presidio2 Armor Cloud (£34.95) — Protective dual-layer case featuring new Presidio2 Armor Cloud technology that protects against drops up to 4.8 metres.
Presidio2 Pro (£24.95) — Features Armor Cloud technology with a unique, soft-touch finish.
Presidio2 Grip (£29.95) — All new no-slip grips, Presidio2 Armor Cloud technology and a unique, soft-touch finish.
Presidio Perfect-Clear (£24.95) — Perfect-Clear coating resists discoloration while Microban technology fights against stains and bacteria growth.
Presidio Perfect-Clear with Grips (£29.95) — Iconic grip design with clear, no-slip grips for ultimate durability and coating that resists discoloration.
Presidio Perfect-Mist (£29.95) — New, luxuriously soft-touch matte finish with a semi-transparent back for a more enhanced look and added scratch resistance.
Presidio Perfect-Clear Ombre (£29.95) — Fashionable clear case with bold, fade-resistant ombre designs.
Presidio Perfect-Clear with Glitter (£29.95) — Slim, protective clear case with fade-resistant glitter crystals.
Speck cases for the iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max are available starting at £24.95 with select UK retailers including Three, John Lewis, Argos, Amazon UK and all Apple Premium Resellers.
