It finally happened to me last weekend — after 19 months of juggling a newborn/infant/toddler and an assortment of tech gear, my beloved iPhone (case and all) shattered in front of my very eyes. As I subconsciously knew when I bought it, the case that I'd chosen for its looks proved totally useless, inspiring me to start the search for one that's built for serious protection. These six kid-proof cases offer real coverage from destructive little hands, crashes, and careless tosses. Do yourself a favor and make the upfront investment in gear protection that actually does its job!
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For Your iPad Mini: LifeProof LifeJacket
LifeProof's LifeJacket for the iPad mini [2] ($60) isn't just drop-proof, it's waterproof too. Safety above and below sea level is something we could all benefit from, right?
For Your iPhone: Otterbox Commuter Series Case
Customizing your own Otterbox Commuter Series Case [3] ($40) makes going the practical route fun. It's supersturdy without adding excess bulk, and a screen protector prevents scratches to the touch screen.
For Your iPad: iKid
This protective foam case [4] ($50) is actually meant for kiddie use and even comes with a cover for the home key to ensure that your kids don't stray from the app or video that you've chosen for them. It's made of super lightweight, bacteria-resistant foam and is easy to clean.
For Your iPhone: Antimicrobial NueVue Cases
The clever design of NueVue's slide-in, slide-out cases [5] ($45) offers an antimicrobial cleansing each time you take your phone out its case. A tight fit means that when your iPhone's inside of its NueVue, you don't have to worry about drops or crashes, either.
For Your iPad: Hammerhead Neoprene Case
Think of it as a wet suit for your tech gear. Hammerhead's Neoprene Cases [6] ($25) can accommodate your adapters and power cords as well as your tablet, and a handle makes it easy to tote around.
For Your iPad: iGuy
What kid won't be tempted by Speck's iGuy [7] ($40)? The foam case comes in four fun colors and luckily offers serious protection in his cute, squeezable case.