Customer Reviews

Speck ToughSkin Case for iPod classic 4G (Black)

5 star:		(13)
4 star:		(8)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(3)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I purchased this case for my new IPod 60 gig Photo and it fits like a glove and has relatively good protection properties. The good thing is it protects it from falls, I have dropped mine three times. The bad thing is that it fell because of the ridiculously flimsy belt clip. The belt clip is both cheap and not very strong and the last time it fell the clip assembly exploded. As I would not trust a $500 gadget hanging on the thing after it repeatedly failed, I didn't really care at that point and just removed it. The case is fine in that it protects the IPod and has an easily removable / swing open door for the disc control. It does get very dirty, however, as the material is extremely tacky and picks up everything from lint to good ole' dirt so that you need to clean it regularly. Other than that I would not have any complaints, I just cannot recommend the case as for $30 I expected the clip to actually be functional.

I was delighted with my ToughSkin for all of two hours. That's how long it took for the belt clip to break, rendering my new purchase worthless to me.

The ToughSkin itself is rugged; I loved it. I should have waited before buying it, though ... on my last visit to an Apple dealership, they had a bin full of *just the ToughSkins,* for sale at a discount. When I asked about these, I was told, "The belt clips break, and customers bring the ToughSkins back."

I should note I'm very careful with my IPod and accessories. I'm not rough on them. The clip just fell apart while I was walking down the street. Given other comments about the flimsy clips, this is clearly a design issue that Speck Products needs to address.

This case is rubber, and has a similar feel to that of a bicycle tire (although maybe a little bit softer). Once you get the ipod into the rubber case, you then pop in the screen cover and click wheel cover. The screen cover and click wheel cover are hard plastic, and the click wheel cover swings open downward. The case fits very snugly, and is visually appealing. It's kind of a pain to get it in and out of the case, but it's not too bad. I wouldn't take it out in the rain, because the top and bottom of the ipod are not fully covered. It should provide good protection against bumps and scratching. It fits my ipod 60 gb perfectly. It feels like I'm holding a little rectangular tire, and it looks rugged. It's not sleek or shiny, so it's not for everybody. If they made one big enough for my car, I'd use it!

The ToughSkin is great. It keeps one from being able to touch or breathe upon the iPod, which, as we all know, will scratch it. I put my brand new 60G iPod Photo into the ToughSkin, and I left on the Apple factory installed plastic film that covers the screen and the click wheel. This doesn't at all impede use. And the hard plastic shields for the screen and click wheel, both of which come with the ToughSkin, provide great added protection. I haven't found, as I've read in some reviews, that these create any problems to speak of. The ToughSkin comes with a belt clip that seems like it would be pretty secure, though I don't use it. One of the main reasons for buying a black case was to cut down on the yes-it's-an-iPod-please-rob-me-in-the-NYC-subway factor, so I tend to keep mine hidden in my bag. But the belt clip seems pretty cool. the case has a knob on the back that clicks into the clip, and there's a spring-loaded release mechanism to get it back out of the clip. One little part of the belt clip broke quite easily, though it doesn't seem to have affected usefulness. The clip could be made better, but it's OK. The main thing is the cool, flat-black rubber cover itself.

I've dropped my iPOD before and after I got the ToughSkin. Now I don't care. It just bounces around. I can toss it into a bag with other stuff and junk and not worry about scratchs, or more serious damage, from bumping around with my other "toys". The cover over the control wheel is easy to open and close and I like the wheel protected. It's a little difficult to sych up with iTUNES because you have to take the ToughSkin off to get the iPOD in the cradle. But I found it was easy enough after the first time and I only do it once a month anyway. I love it.

We got this cover for our son's Ipod since he is going out of the country and wanted something sturdy for traveling. One of the best features is the cover for the wheel. We experienced no trouble putting the Ipod in this cover and while I think it is possible that it may collect more lint due to the rubbery composition, a damp, lint-free cloth should be all that is required to clean it again. Looks sharp and offers extra protection from bumps. He really liked this a lot.

I received my item today and had to modify it. If you use the Griffin Itrip transmitter or other top mounted devices then you may want to look for another cover. This item is too bulky at the top and will not allow ipod accessories to mount flush at the top. The power tab does not fully enter and thus the accessories do not work. If you do not use accessories then I highly recommend this cover. It looks absoultely amazing. It makes a toy look like an important tool. Also the item is very secure with the covers rubber "bumpers". I can now relax and not worry about the item getting scratched or damaged from

simply dropping it.

Also, do not buy this item for the belt clip. Complete garbage. Their is a knob on the back of the cover that slides into a seperate belt clip. The two pieces do not clasp together. The slightest movement and your Ipod seperates from the belt clip and falls to the ground.

Hope this helps.

I'm very happy that my iPod is now safe and cozy inside my Speck Tough Skin! This product does what it says it will do and looks cool doing it. Great color options too! The rubber seems thicker than other protective skins that I've looked at. The belt clip works fine and stayed attached to my hip (I tried it like that at work for a day), but I prefer not to carry it like that. The clip is identical to the detachable, universal type that is used on many cell phone clips/covers. I didn't buy the $40 upright iPod dock (why would you?!) so I don't know if you could use it with this thick skin. I doubt it. The controls and dock are easy to get to and the solid cover on my precious click wheel really protects and is easy to flip open. I still wouldn't recommend dropping it though. It is a Tough Skin, but not THAT tough!

I have a 60gb iPod and the product fits fine. Like other users have said it is a snug fit, so make sure that, if you are still to register your player and set up itunes, you have taken a note down of your iPod serial number before fitting the jacket, so you don't need to try and get the thing off again.

The wheel cover is a nice touch, but can be a bit of a pain if you want to skip tracks if the iPod is on your belt. On balance though it is better to have it than not and it is easily removed should you find this more convenient.

The belt clip initially looked a bit flimsy and i had read other critical reviews of it, but having tried it it seems fine - just remember to push the iPod all the way down until you hear a 'click', then tug it up gently to ensure the catch has taken. I have dropped mine once cos I didn't do this, but hey, the Speck case did its job and the unit practically bounced off the floor!

I'd definately recommend this cover if you want a tough, all terrain kind of protection for what is after all a pricey mp3 player!

It fits my 60 GB IPOD like a glove, looks rugged yet classy. It does pick up a lot of dirt, which is why I gave it 4 stars.

It is a pain taking it out of the cover once you've got it in, but then there's no reason to kep pulling it out unless you want to use the dock.

But for what it's supposed to do, protect your IPOD and look great, I'd recommend it absolutely.

I found it much better than the rest of the covers and skins I'd seen.

Gives my IPOD a "different" look and I love it!