Customer Reviews

Speck Products iPod Video ToughSkin w/ Belt Clip - Black

5 star:		(92)
4 star:		(52)
3 star:		(13)
2 star:		(4)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

Bought this case (the black one since I bought the black 60 GB iPod) at a nearby Apple store, and I gotta say that I'm very glad I went with this case. I had a really hard time deciding between Agent 18 Videoshield or this Speck Toughskin, but the extra 10 bucks for the Speck Toughskin is worth the confidence/stress relief that I might accidently drop/scratch my only two week old iPod. I like the fact that it leaves enough space on the top and bottom for the hold, headphones, and usb ports, but not too much that it looks kinda empty on the top. And also, the black rubber doesn't look dirty/attract dust unlike a lot of other cases. For the 30 GB people, there's an extra padding of rubber to put on the back of the iPod to fit it into the case nicely. For the 60 GB, don't use the extra padding or else it won't fit into the case. The case comes with a screen cover that I like because it doesn't actually touch the iPod screen (but gotta be careful whenever taking it out and vice versa); no scroll cover, but doesn't matter because I kept the original protector for the front that came with my iPod. One more thing, there's a lil clear plastic thing that sticks out at the back (for the belt clip), but I use it (with the belt clip) as a stand whenever I want to watch movies or something without holding the iPod up/tilted all the time. I will post up some pictures of the case if I have time. Great product!

(If still unsure about which case to buy, go to apple.com and find the many cases available at the online store and read the reviews there.)

Yeah, it makes the iPod a little bulkier but I am so glad I got a ToughSkin. The rubber bumpers on the side help protect it against drops. The rubber casing gives me a better grip on the iPod.

I've tried some of the other cases. Some were just a thin layer of rubber that helps protect against scratches mostly.

I had another one that was made of solid aluminum but the hinges snapped.

I wish my friend got a ToughSkin but he dropped his iPod video after only 2 days. Apple won't replace it because it was user damage. It would've stood a better chance if he had encased it in a ToughSkin.

I have complete confidence in my ToughSkin.

I really love the case. I was in a hurry to get something to protect my 60GB 5G iPod, and this was all I could find, so I just bought it. I was wooried about how bulky it was, but after having it for several weeks I really love it. The hard cover screen protector does it's job very well and with the rubber casing that resembles a tire tread, I can put my my at ease knowing a soft fall or bump won't cause any damage to an expensive device such as the iPod. It does make a nice sleek ipod bulky and heavy, but I'm happily willing to deal with that for the peace of mind it provides.

My only complaint is in regards to the belt clip. I had trouble from the get-go getting comfortable that the iPod was "clicking" into the clip, so I'd always check it to make sure my iPod wasn't loose and subject to falling off. After only 3 weeks, I hit it a bit funny, and the thing snapped off. In looking at the pieces of the clip, it is really made with a cheap plastic material and this should be better for the price.

On the otherhand, I appreciate how the belt clip connector that attaches to the iPod is something that is completely stable within the case, and is not screwed or stuck on in a manner that will come loose over time.

Overall, a very solid case that puts my mind at ease. However, the belt clip should be improved for future products.

Final "reminder" of sorts. You can not put the iPod into a docking device (universal dock, iHome, and other accesories) with the case on, it's simply way too big. If that is important to you, you will need to take it out of the case each time...which is a bit cumbersome in my opinion, and probably will weaken the rubber case over time.

A lot of people are complaining about this case, but I think it gets the job done. I don't really use the belt clip, so I don't know how that is. The screen protector is good, but it's also where my only complaint comes up. I think the screen is made of two layers of plastic, and a small piece of dust is stuck between them. This probably just happened when it was manufactured though. If you need a case for your iPod video immediately, than this is a good solution.

This cover fits so well, you'll come think it was part of the original iPod. I toss my 60G Video iPod into my laptop case to take it to work; into my gym bag to take it to the gym; I move it around on my 'less than clean' desk. I was worried about scratching up the screen and the finish of the iPod so I shopped around for a case that would protect it and offer some extra protection for occasional drops(none yet... knock on wood). No pun intended, this case was the 'perfect fit'.

It takes a little bit of effort to slide the iPod into it and slip the screen protector over, but it is WELL worth it. Make sure that the outside of your iPod is clean before you put it in, just to prevent any stray piece of grit scratching up the case or screen as you slide it in.

The case is thick rubberized material with a nice grippy feel. Because it is more clingy to surfaces than the polished metal back of the iPod I'm certain that it has saved my iPod on several occasions from being knocked off the desk. It adds a nice solid feel to my iPod without interfering with access to the ports, lock switch or click-wheel.

I would recommend that when you charge your iPod that you take it out of the case though. Heat build up can degrade the battery(which is why you shouldn't leave it in your car in the sun either). However that is true for any external case.

Another thing that you might want to do is remove the post the belt clip snaps too. My iPod spends zero time on my belt, and is usually found on my desk, so the post for me an is annoyance. the material stretches quite easily and it's a simple matter to pull the small end through the hole that it goes into.

I bought this product when I got my 80 Gig iPod... Since then I have used it extensively and have no scratches on my iPod. I have even dropped it several times. I tried 3 other cases/skins before this one and I wasn't satisfied with any of them. The belt clip can easily be removed so if you are only looking for a case, then it is still a great purchase.

I bought the black toughskin to protect the black 30G video ipod, mostly the screen.
I am a professional photographer who bought a video ipod to use it as a mobile viewer and storage companion. I might just fill up the 3G card I have, you never know. I've already dropped it while it was in the case. The case is tough enough for me. It will get abuse being in my camera bag. I trust the toughskin will protect my investment. Thanks, I hope this review helped.

This little suit of armour and a Belkin Ipod overlay equals total protection for your Ipod. I didn't like the plastic overlay that comes with the ToughSkin for the video screen (doesn't fit that well and I always felt like it was going to fall out). No protection for the operating wheel gizmo with ToughSkin, either. Enter the Belkin overlay-cover the front, slide it in the Toughskin and that covers it all.

Personally I love this product, but others may not. I had a very old bulky ipod and then i bought a 30GB Ipod video. i bought this case, one for 30 and 60 GB Ipods, and i put it on; it was just as bulky as my old ipod which may bother some of you but didnt bother me. I love this case because it's like bulletproof. the dimensions are 4.25" x 2.6875" x 1" (l x w x h), the height is with belt clip attached.

hope that helps...

There is a clear plastic piece on the back of the case that is used with the belt clip. This plastic piece will rub against the metal of the back of your iPod and leave a scratched circle. It even left a faint circle of scratches after I put on a fairly tough decal from Decal Girl on the back of my iPod

The plastic circle even managed to rip the decal. This was after I tried to put a layer of clear scotch tape over the plastic piece to help with the scratching.

Part of the clear plastic piece that I'm trying to describe can be seen in one of the user photos. The other side is a larger, flatter plastic circle that contacts directly with the iPod.

I would not recommend this product for use with the belt clip.