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Contour Design intros two new hard cases
By LC Angell
Senior Editor, iLounge
Published: Tuesday, October 11, 2005
News Category: iPod Accessories
Contour Design has announced two new hard cases for 20GB and 30GB fourth-generation iPods. The cases are expected to start shipping on October 26th. Pricing information was not available.
Showcase Sport ($32.95)
The new Showcase Sport builds on the design of the original Showcase hard case. It features a new, secure sliding latch, smoother shock absorbing rubber, and a streamlined design to offer “superior protection and looks.”
ToughShell ($21.95)
The Contour ToughShell is made of a lightweight transparent material that “complements its sleek and streamlined design without compromising a hard case’s ultimate protection.” It also sports a snap-tight latch.
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1
A little late aren’t they?
Posted by Rick on October 11, 2005 at 1:20 PM (PDT)
2
The improvements sound good.
Are these cases just for the 20gb and 30gb?
Posted by peter on October 11, 2005 at 2:25 PM (PDT)
3
The Countour cases are great (flimsy belt clip aside) so I hope there’s a 60 gig colour iPod version on the way
Posted by phennphawcks on October 11, 2005 at 2:53 PM (PDT)
4
Bah! Right after I get my Agent 18 Clickshield! Oh, well…
Posted by connner on October 11, 2005 at 7:57 PM (PDT)
5
Do you know if the new Showcase Sport will have clickwheel protection? I can’t tell from the image if it’s just another hole again or if Contour has finally fixed that issue.
Posted by Sean on October 11, 2005 at 8:17 PM (PDT)
6
Mine old Showcase latch just broke off, so if Apple doesn’t announce an iPod video tomorrow :( I’ll upgrade to this.
That case took quite a beating. The new latch looks like a welcome feature.
Posted by iBode on October 11, 2005 at 9:27 PM (PDT)
7
These cases are designed to fit the 30 GB iPod with color display perfectly, so they are very slim! They also fit the older 30 GB iPod photo and 20 GB click-wheel iPod. They are now up on http://www.contourcase.com.
Posted by Mike Jackle on October 12, 2005 at 4:52 PM (PDT)
8
Will the showcase sport fit a ipod video 60GB? Please let me know ASAP!!!
Posted by kmj1 on November 22, 2005 at 9:11 PM (PDT)
9
Mike Jackle’s post doesn’t make sense…
He says that they fit the 30GB iPod with color AND the older 30GB iPod photo… aren’t they the same?
Posted by mflat5 in USA on February 15, 2006 at 7:35 AM (PDT)