Welcome aboard, fellow readers. In this article, we’ll look at some of the best picks if you’re looking for a tough and durable case that will protect your Samsung Galaxy S2 from damage. These cases will be resistant to both shock damage from falls and scratches. Let’s begin!
Case-Mate Tough Case
The first case we’ll look at is the Case-Mate Tough Case.
The Case-Mate Tough Case
This case is perhaps the best well-known tough case, and features a dual layer protection system. The outer layer is made of hardened plastic, and is designed to both resist scratches and provide an easy grip. The second, internal layer is made of more flexible silicone, which absorbs sudden impacts and protects your phone from drops and other sudden shocks.
Despite the high level of protection offered, the Case-Mate Tough is surprisingly svelte. Its black chassis has a fine mesh pattern on the back, and is otherwise unadorned. There are, of course, cutouts for the camera, ports and buttons.
The Case-Mate Tough is an excellent Samsung Galaxy S2 case, and one that will protect your investment in style. Case-Mate is an extremely well regarded company, and it is easy to see why.
For more information and photos, see the Case-Mate Tough product page.
Otterbox Commuter Series
The ever-popular Otterbox is now available in the UK for the Samsung Galaxy S2. The Commuter Series combines the durability of the Otterbox Defender with the slim figure of the Otterbox Impact, offering a best-of-both-worlds solution that will keep your phone protected.
The Otterbox Commuter Series
Beyond the standard features (protects your phone from bumps and scratches, access ports for the various sockets, small size), the Otterbox also has quite a few extras. The exposed corners are actually made of silicone, meaning that in a case of an impact the shock will be dissipated. The case has a smooth finish, meaning that it’ll be easy to slide it in and out of your pockets. Finally, the audio and USB jacks are protected from dust and dirt by easily-removable silicone plugs, allowing easy access for your i9100 chargerand other devices when you need them but prevent damage when you don’t.
Otterbox is one the best respected case brands (particularly in the US), and it’s great to see their new case for the Galaxy S2. With excellent protection, slim design and a host of extras, the Commuter is an excellent choice for any Samsung Galaxy S2 owner.
For more information and photos, see the Otterbox Commuter Series product page.
SGP Ultra Capsule
The SGP Ultra Capsule rounds out our top three.
The SGP Ultra Capsule
While it doesn’t offer the advanced features of the Otterbox or Tough, it instead provides top notch protective qualities through the use of the highest quality TPU plastics. This advanced compound is flexible yet incredibly strong, meaning that your phone is both easy to grip and highly protected, particularly the Samsung Galaxy S2 battery.
The case is also treated with a special coating that gives it a pearl finish that repels fingerprints and dirt, meaning that your phone will always look its best.
The Ultra Capsule is also available in a wide range of colours, unlike the other cases in this list.
Overall, the Ultra Capsule is an extremly solid looking case that relies on simple, good design and excellent construction materials to excel as a protective case.
For more information and photos, see the SGP Ultra Capsule product page.
Conclusion
So there you have it — three excellent cases for the delightfully successful Galaxy S2 that will keep your precious safe and sound. Whichever you pick – the dual-layer Case-Mate Tough, the feature-filled Otterbox Commuter or the stylish SGP Ultra Capsule – you can be sure that your smartphone is secure.
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