The iPhone X launch on November 3 is fast
approaching, with preorders starting as soon as October 27, and
those who are holding off to buy one of Apple's other new handsets because they
want the unique X model, should start thinking about protection. No, not that
kind of protection, but a wrapper for your US$ 999 phone that will keep it in
pristine condition, as Apple also jacked up all iPhone repair prices by a tad.
Enter Zizo Bolt, the rugged case series whose iPhone
X edition will keep the expensive handset cosy and warm on the inside thanks to
the soft lining, and structurally intact thanks to the military-grade dual
layer design that absorbs shocks when the phone is dropped. In addition, the
Bolt comes with a tempered glass screen protector molded to fit the iPhone X
front panel peculiarities so that the 9H-level hardened glass breaks first, and
not the expensive panel underneath it. Zizo is testing its Bolt line from
12-feet heights, hence the 810-G military drop standard.
Since those who choose a rugged case are fine with
adding a little bulk to their handset anyway, Zizo thoughtfully folded another
feature in its Bolt case - a kickstand - so that you can prop the iPhone X on a
desk while watching video on that high-contrast OLED screen, or videochat for
hours on end. Zizo is charging a very reasonable US$ 17.99 tag for the whole Bolt
case kit, including the tempered glass screen protector, so take a peek if you
are aghast at Apple's official iPhone X case prices, yet still want to secure a
comfort housing for your precious before it lands on your front porch come
November.
