[Review] Incipio dermaSHOT for the Zune 4/8

[soccerfreak24]

This is my most recent review, this one for the Incipio dermaSHOT for the zune 4/8. You can check out the review here, or read below. I qouted it, but some of the formating/charts didn't copy very well, but you still get all the info.

Vendor: Incipio

Price: $12.99

This review covers Incipio's first zune 4/8 silicone case, the dermaSHOT. Incipio currently has a much more vast selection of leather based cases, but i'm glad to see they've branched to silicone as well. The review for this case will be fairly simple, being it's a silicone case, but i'll try to cover just about everything you could need to know.

Tight fitting anti-slip case for your Zune. The Incipio dermaSHOT silicone case is curved to the shape of the Zune so that you can access all the device's features.

Features

* High density silicone.
* Play-through design for full function while in case.
* Anti-static coating grips the device, not your clothes.
* Shock absorbing silicone helps protect against damage.
* Cut-outs give easy access to controls and inputs.
* Backed by Incipio's Lifetime warranty.

This is the black version, but to clarify this case is also available in Magenta, Olive Green, Clear, Burnt Orange, and Little Blue Box Blue. The majority of this case is a solid black shade, with a contrasting white "Incipio" title near the bottom of the case on the back. Covering the touch pad/buttons is a gray layer, that is slightly transparent over the touch pad/buttons, revealing the zune's color. The thin silicone covering the buttons is slightly raised, which is fine for the touch pad, but it adds a bit of difficulty for pressing the small play/pause buttons. Although an annoyance at first, it is not too hard to get used to. I do believe lowering these buttons as apposed to raising them could have provided easier use.

Easy access is available for all the zune's functions. The sync cable jack is exposed, as is the earphone jack and hold switch. Therefore , you never really have to take this case off for any reasons.



Unfortunately, this case does not offer any sort of wrist band opening, or belt clip. The back is left alone , and either of these features could easily have been added. Being that this is a 4/8 case, which are commonly used for working out, I don't understand why this feature was overlooked.



This case also lacks screen protector, which may have been nice to see but is not too necessary due to the zune's glass screen. Many other cases do ship with some sort of protection for the screen, so yes, I would have liked at least something, but it's not completely necessary.



Conclusion

Overall, although lacking some features that would surely make this case even better, you must remember it is just $12.99. For that price, this case offers superb protection versus scratches and absorbs shock. Access to needed buttons/connections is also available, all in a thin, durable, and quality feeling silicone. Incipio left room for improvement, but this is a great case.
The Good

· Price - $12.99

· Great Scratch/Shock Protection

· Accessibility to controls and cables

The Bad

· Lack of Belt Clip/Armband

· No included Screen Protection

Got Zune Rating (out of 10)
Value
Cheap price and good protection, although lacking a few features.
8
Protection
Everything covered except for the screen.
9
Accessibility of Controls
Play/Puase could be easier to press.
8
Total
8.33

[soccermansince1993]

Wow, looks nice! I might buy it! Thanks!

[soccerfreak24]

Originally Posted by soccermansince1993

Wow, looks nice! I might buy it! Thanks!

Glad to help, and I'd definitely advise it if you don't mind not having the belt clip/armband. The actual case feels/looks really nice. It's one of my favorite cases I've recieved so far.

[SilentWalrus]

Thanks for the review, it was nice.

[ShotgunSnipist]

UGH!
Did they seriously cover the squircle?
IT DOESN'T NEED PROTECTION!
Covering it just makes it annoying to use!
I just looked at the 80Gig version, and my silicon case (bought with zunecentive WOOT!) is much better.

[Darth Camel]

Cool. That's one slick looking case. Another great review by soccerfreak24.

[soccerfreak24]

Originally Posted by ShotgunSnipist

UGH!
Did they seriously cover the squircle?
IT DOESN'T NEED PROTECTION!
Covering it just makes it annoying to use!
I just looked at the 80Gig version, and my silicon case (bought with zunecentive WOOT!) is much better.

Lol, it is really fine though, feels nice and smooth, and you don't lose too much sensitivity.

Originally Posted by Darth Camel

Cool. That's one slick looking case. Another great review by soccerfreak24.

[runtohell121]

cool review repped

[soccerfreak24]

Originally Posted by runtohell121

cool review repped

Gracious.