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Tech21's iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus cases offer superior protection without the bulk

Tech21's iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus cases offer superior protection without the bulk

October 22, 2014

One of my favorite accessory companies continues to be U.K.-based Tech21, which is now out with its line of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus cases.

Once again, these products feature Tech21’s signature Impact Band. This orange strip inside helps absorb impact at the molecular level, using a non-Newtonian polymer (like cornstarch and water) that has the protection of OtterBox, but with less bulk.

Like previous Tech21 cases, the Classic Check case for the iPhone 6 Plus includes D3O, a patented protective material that is said to absorb and disperse energy. A Classic Check case for the iPhone 6 is also available.

Back in 2012, I tested the durability of Tech21’s Impact Snap case on my then-new iPhone 5 by dropping both case and phone a number of times. Since that test proved successful, I did it again.

This time around, I dropped my iPhone from the height of 3 feet onto three difference surfaces: carpet, hard wood, and concrete. I can confirm that the Classic Check case worked as advertised. My handset survived, as did the case with no visible scratches.

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One of the many advantages of Tech21 cases is their durability and protection that has been compared favorably to the OtterBox cases. However, because they are less bulky, I prefer Tech21 much more, and continue to do so.

Tech21 cases for the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus come in a number of different styles. These include Impact Check, Impact Frame, Impact Shell, Impact Tactical, and Trio Band (iPhone 6 only).

The differences are as follows:

  • The Impact Check has a creative check print on the interior
  • The Impact Frame utilizes the structure of the Impact Band with a permanent frosted hard PC backplate
  • The Impact Shell features a smooth, glossy finish, without any pattern design
  • The Impact Trio features a triple-layered protective system together with a smooth, glossy finish

For more information on Tech21 cases, click here.

Note: I tested the $39.99 iPhone 6 Plus Case – Classic Check Smokey.

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