Speck rolls out 'toughest ever' cases for new iPhones

Pricey iPhones need good protective cases and Speck has introduced a line of cases for the newest iPhones the company says is its toughest ever.

The Presidio ULTRA cases for iPhone 8, 8 Plus and the thousand dollar iPhone X, features four layers of protection Speck says passed a drop test from a height of 15 feet.

Speck gives the user a choice on how much protection your phone needs with a shock-absorbing rubber bumper that can be removed when you need a slimmer iPhone profile or added when the cutting calls for additional durability.

iPhone cases — Some of the more colorful cases in Speck’s new Presidio line.
Photo: Speck

Without the bumper, Speck says the Presidio cases, still safeguarded phones dropped from 10 feet.

The cases come in a variety of looks, colors, and patterns. There are GRIP, CLEAR, WALLET and METALLIC models as well.Prices for the iPhone 8 and X cases range from 39.95 to $49.95 depending on the model, according to the Speck website. For an iPhone 8 Plus, prices go from $44.95 to $54.95.

If you are not ready for an iPhone upgrade, Speck’s iPhone 8 and 8 Plus cases will fit the iPhone 6, 6S and 7 lines, according to a company spokesperson.

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