Bold 9930 gets Rugged OtterBox Defender Series case

BeaArthur · 09-12-2011, 01:35 PM

The OtterBox Rugged Defender Series case for BlackBerry® 9930 has 3 layers of protection along with a sleek, slim fit to the device. The 3 layers include:
* A thermal formed protective clear membrane protects the screen and keyboard.
* A hi-impact polycarbonate for added rugged protection.
* An outer layer of silicone skin to absorb bump and shock.
* Black.
Includes holster style swivel belt clip.

Also works with: [BlackBerry® Bold™ 9930 smartphone, BlackBerry® Bold™ 9930 smartphone (non-camera)]

Check out this link to the Accessory Store on Sprint.com!

**rambo47** · 09-12-2011, 03:53 PM

You can't beat Otter Box's protection, but unfortunately it adds a ton of bulk to any phone. I can't stand the thought of taking my sleek 9930 and turning it into something that feels like a Palm Treo.

*Chris Kay* · 09-12-2011, 07:38 PM

That thing is gross looking

**GoldenBlaze** · 09-13-2011, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr.Lloyd

That thing is gross looking

fonephreak · 09-19-2011, 09:38 PM

I have one for 9650, and agree, Otterbox Defender isn't built for sleek looks. Reason i love it is for what it does: It protects against water, dust, and drops/bangs. There's a time and place for everything, and for those times you need something to really protect your smartphone/playbook, this is a product that will do it well. Arguably as worthwhile or more worthwhile than TEP in protecting your smartphone.

BeaArthur · 09-20-2011, 08:14 PM

OtterBox warranty does not, under any circumstance, cover the replacement or cost of any electronic device or personal property inside or outside of the case. TEP covers physical damage and lost/stolen, and there is a per-claim deductible along with a monthly reoccurring fee. But yeah - arguably as worthwhile for sure. Of course - I promote TEP - you know why :-)

fonephreak · 09-20-2011, 08:35 PM

i didn't mean otterbox is competition insurance policy to tep. otterbox is better as in an ounce of prevention is worth a lb of cure. no damage, no need for tep. plus no aggravation.

BeaArthur · 09-20-2011, 08:38 PM

Quote:

an ounce of prevention is worth a lb of cure

no doubt! great point!

***OceanBlue*** · 10-10-2011, 10:31 PM

The full casing may be unattractive to some, but it will protect your investment under most circumstances. Otterbox makes a good product. Even going with the Otterbox skin ("commuter series" I think) will not change the look of the phone much but definitely add to its protection significantly.

*Chris Kay* · 10-10-2011, 10:47 PM

I've had gel skins that do the job. Right now I have a Speck case and have dropped my phone numerous of times. It has a soft inner lining so maybe that is protecting the phone on impact but I refuse to add a ton of unncessary bulk to my phone. Not trying to sway people away from this but you don't need a rugged case to protect your phone

09-12-2011, 01:35 PM	#1
BeaArthur Telegraph User Mood: Join Date: Sep 9, '11 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 12 Phone: Bold 9930 Thanks: 4 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts SU$: 116	Bold 9930 gets Rugged OtterBox Defender Series case The OtterBox Rugged Defender Series case for BlackBerry® 9930 has 3 layers of protection along with a sleek, slim fit to the device. The 3 layers include: * A thermal formed protective clear membrane protects the screen and keyboard. * A hi-impact polycarbonate for added rugged protection. * An outer layer of silicone skin to absorb bump and shock. * Black. Includes holster style swivel belt clip. Also works with: [BlackBerry® Bold™ 9930 smartphone, BlackBerry® Bold™ 9930 smartphone (non-camera)] Check out this link to the Accessory Store on Sprint.com! __________________ I am a Sprint employee and a BlackBerry Product Ambassador.

09-12-2011, 03:53 PM	#2
rambo47 Idoru Join Date: Jun 12, '09 Location: Denville, NJ. Posts: 2,317 Phone: iPhone 4S Thanks: 109 Thanked 167 Times in 141 Posts SU$: 19,957	You can't beat Otter Box's protection, but unfortunately it adds a ton of bulk to any phone. I can't stand the thought of taking my sleek 9930 and turning it into something that feels like a Palm Treo. __________________ Everything Data Family 1500

09-12-2011, 07:38 PM	#3
Chris Kay Formerly known as Mr.Lloyd Mood: Join Date: Jul 22, '09 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 1,561 Phone: MyTouch 4G Thanks: 149 Thanked 63 Times in 53 Posts SU$: 8,931	That thing is gross looking __________________ Currently Rocking: MyTouch 4G "You will never be satisfied..."

09-19-2011, 09:38 PM	#5
fonephreak Walkie Talkie User Mood: Join Date: Nov 27, '08 Location: New York Posts: 334 Phone: Blackberry Bold Thanks: 11 Thanked 20 Times in 20 Posts SU$: 5,434	I have one for 9650, and agree, Otterbox Defender isn't built for sleek looks. Reason i love it is for what it does: It protects against water, dust, and drops/bangs. There's a time and place for everything, and for those times you need something to really protect your smartphone/playbook, this is a product that will do it well. Arguably as worthwhile or more worthwhile than TEP in protecting your smartphone. __________________ 1500 ED Family plan, 2 Bold 9650s.

09-20-2011, 08:14 PM	#6
BeaArthur Telegraph User Mood: Join Date: Sep 9, '11 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 12 Phone: Bold 9930 Thanks: 4 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts SU$: 116	OtterBox warranty does not, under any circumstance, cover the replacement or cost of any electronic device or personal property inside or outside of the case. TEP covers physical damage and lost/stolen, and there is a per-claim deductible along with a monthly reoccurring fee. But yeah - arguably as worthwhile for sure. Of course - I promote TEP - you know why :-) __________________ I am a Sprint employee and a BlackBerry Product Ambassador.

09-20-2011, 08:35 PM	#7
fonephreak Walkie Talkie User Mood: Join Date: Nov 27, '08 Location: New York Posts: 334 Phone: Blackberry Bold Thanks: 11 Thanked 20 Times in 20 Posts SU$: 5,434	i didn't mean otterbox is competition insurance policy to tep. otterbox is better as in an ounce of prevention is worth a lb of cure. no damage, no need for tep. plus no aggravation. __________________ 1500 ED Family plan, 2 Bold 9650s.

10-10-2011, 10:31 PM	#9
*OceanBlue* Cordless Phone User Mood: Join Date: May 5, '09 Posts: 648 Phone: BB 9700 Thanks: 25 Thanked 27 Times in 24 Posts SU$: 7,695	The full casing may be unattractive to some, but it will protect your investment under most circumstances. Otterbox makes a good product. Even going with the Otterbox skin ("commuter series" I think) will not change the look of the phone much but definitely add to its protection significantly.

10-10-2011, 10:47 PM	#10
Chris Kay Formerly known as Mr.Lloyd Mood: Join Date: Jul 22, '09 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 1,561 Phone: MyTouch 4G Thanks: 149 Thanked 63 Times in 53 Posts SU$: 8,931	I've had gel skins that do the job. Right now I have a Speck case and have dropped my phone numerous of times. It has a soft inner lining so maybe that is protecting the phone on impact but I refuse to add a ton of unncessary bulk to my phone. Not trying to sway people away from this but you don't need a rugged case to protect your phone __________________ Currently Rocking: MyTouch 4G "You will never be satisfied..."

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