Griffin Elan Form Graphite Case For iPhone 3G Review
May 26th, 2009 10:08 PM | by Jeff Bordeaux | 4 Comments
With iPhone aftermarket products easily overwhelming consumers by sheer numbers alone, it’s easy to get lost in the landfill when it comes to choosing something you like. The Griffin Elan Form Graphite case for the iPhone 3G is a stylish and affordable way to outfit your most precious cellular device.
Sporting a faux carbon fiber aesthetic, the Elan Form Graphite looks like something Euro trash would scoff at cuz there’s no large emblazoned logo on it telling other Euro trash how expensive it is. The front side has a nice darkened chrome beam running along the perimeter that adds a layer of sophistication to your iPhone not often seen with this type of inexpensive case. Honestly all the Griffin stuff looks great.
The case splits along the bottom half that allows for easy removal for docking and such. The case also came with a screen protector film but I have the hardest time getting those things to be void of air bubbles and I don’t really think the iPhone screen needs it anyway. All the controls and the camera are easy to use and it only adds minimal weight and girth when at rest in your pocket. Gripping the case is also unobtrusive and one handed operation is unhindered.
I really have no gripes when it comes to the Elan Form Graphite. Like every case out there regular cleaning is required in order to remove the “daily debris” that tends to accumulate.
For being as cheap as it is, this case should appeal to all genders as it is attractive, lightweight and easy to dock. I even dropped it once on cement and the case only suffered minor cosmetic injuries at best. Of all the cases I have seen in my day, the Griffin Elan Form Graphite for the iPhone will be cooler than your buddies hands down.
Pros:
- Attractive Euro Style
- Dock Friendly
- Lightweight and Girth Free
Cons:
- Doesn’t Pay My Rent
- Doesn’t End Energy Crisis
- Doesn’t Fight Terrorism
Buy it here for $20!
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I am interested in a case which fights terrorism and I had my hopes up until I read the CONS.. would you know if any of the other Griffin cases that could help ?
I think they have some new web exclusive ones that might be worth looking into…
I’ve had the case for a couple of months. From a design perspective, the case is awesome. The carbon fibre look, slim profile, etc. The nicest feature is that it wraps completely around the chrome trim on the front of the iPhone. However, the biggest problem is the lower trim panel. Don’t drop the phone! I’ve already broke it in 2 different places. The only reason I haven’t thrown it out like yesterday’s Post is that I dropped $34.00 to keep my phone looking fresh. Needless to say, Superglue owns me!