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My Go-To Phone Cases: The slim ones that don’t ruin your phone — and the tanks that actually survive a sidewalk drop
Best After Shows: From Pixel 10 chaos to iPhone quirks — the unscripted moments you probably missed
Let’s dive in 👇
🛡️ My Go-To Phone Cases: From Skins to Tanks
Finding the right case is a balancing act — slim enough to keep your phone feeling sleek, tough enough to save it from a sidewalk dive.
I’ve tested a bunch, and here’s the spectrum from ultra-minimal to built-like-a-brick.
Not technically a case — more like a sticker with attitude. Adds grip, kills fingerprints, and gives your phone a whole new look.
But don’t expect drop protection.
Verdict: For minimalists who want style, not bulk.
Source: official Dbrand website
Super-slim, feather-light, and stronger than it looks.
I’ve been daily-driving this on the iPhone 17 Pro — it’s almost invisible, until you drop it.
Verdict: Worth it if you want protection without ruining the design.
Source: official PITAKA website
The utility champ. Adds some bulk but makes up for it with magnets, a built-in kickstand, a hidden finger loop, and even a “pinky pillow” for comfort.
Sticks to gym machines, the fridge, or your car dash.
Verdict: Extra bulk, but every feature earns its keep. I’m a fan.
Source: official MagBak website
Budget-friendly and surprisingly thoughtful. One of the few brands covering the giant camera bump properly instead of leaving a gaping cutout.
Verdict: Solid everyday choice without the ugly “camera island.”
Source: CNET
Similar to ESR but with cleaner finishes. Also protects the camera bump and fits snug.
A good middle ground between slim and protective.
Verdict: Aesthetics + peace of mind at a good price.
Source: official Casekoo website
Thousands of designs, endless collabs, and yes — you can even slap your dog’s face on the back of your phone.
Ranges from slim to tank-like “bounce” cases.
Verdict: Best for personalization junkies.
Source: official CASETiFY website
👉 What’s your go-to case or brand right now? Hit reply and let me know — always curious what other people are using:
🎬 After Shows: The Best You Might Have Missed
Here’s your shortcut to the most unfiltered After Show moments so far:
After filming The BEST Accessories for Google Pixel 10 show, I shared:
The truth about MagBak cases — why I swear by them (and what Reddit thinks)
Why I might revisit smartwatches later this year 👀
After filming iPhone 17 First 27 Things To Do, I shared:
The hidden iOS 26 quirks that make simple things weirdly hard 🔍
Why I’m buying the iPhone 17 anyway (but not the Air)
Apple Intelligence vs. Google Gemini — which one actually helped me water my lawn 🌱
After filming iPhone Buyer’s Guide, I shared:
The catch with the iPhone 17 Air (and why Apple’s already selling you a battery pack with it)
Why the base iPhone 17 finally feels like the real deal
AirPods Pro 3: new foam tips, live translation, and a hidden upgrade surprise
Got a friend who’d get this? Hit forward:
📱 Next Week: iPhone vs Samsung vs Pixel — Who Wins in 2025?
Next week, I’ll break down the big smartphone debate: iPhone, Samsung, and Pixel. Each brand has its loyal fans, but how do they really stack up in 2025?
I’ll be covering:
How the iPhone 17 compares against Samsung’s Galaxy Ultra and Google’s Pixel Pro ⚡
The features that actually matter (and the ones that are just hype)
Why switching ecosystems is still harder than it should be 🔄
A few surprising lessons I’ve learned from testing all three
📅 See you next Thursday.
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