Verizon Iphone 4 Cases

Verizon Iphone 4 Cases

Now that Apple and Verizon Wireless have announced the launch date of the new Verizon iPhone 4, the internet has been abuzz as to whether standard iPhone 4 cases will fit this new phone.

Structural Changes to the Phone

There is a new style of antenna on the Verizon iPhone 4 (most likely to avoid the issues associated with the iPhone 4!). As a result Apple has needed to make some structural changes to the body of the phone. These changes involved a slight shift in the location of the on/off and mute buttons, along with a little repositioning of the external antenna.

Apple Introduces the iPhone Universal Case

Initially, it was understood that existing iPhone 4 cases would not fit the new Verizon phone. However, Apple has recently introduced a universal bumper case. The universal bumper case see's the hole for the vibrate button further elongated toward the volume buttons thus accommodating both the AT&T and Verizon iPhone's. So, the good news is that the iPhone 4 universal case styles will fit the new Verizon iPhone 4.

Some Cases Fit Both Verizon and AT&T iPhones

However, there are some existing iPhone cases that will fit both the Verizon and AT&T versions and if you are lucky you may just own one! For example, the Sonix Snap slim case is a classic glove case with one opening for the mute and volume buttons. This will make it compatible with both iPhone versions. Also, leather pouch cases and flip cases should fit both versions of the iPhone 4.

While you might think your phone case choices are limited, iPhone case manufacturers have been busy designing and creating cases customized for the Verizon iPhone. These cases will be available at the time of the release of the new phone, in a variety of styles from which to choose.

Protect Your Phone with a Verizon Case

Of course you will certainly want to purchase a case when you purchase your new Verizon iPhone 4 as cases offer great protection for the phone. A cased phone is cushioned to withstand the impact of drops and bumps to the phone with the end result of having your phone last longer than one that is not in a case. Phone cases also help to reduce scratches and nicks to the phone.

While the main function of phone cases is protection, case manufacturers have the consumers in mind and offer a variety of designs and styles. You also have a choice of materials, such as aluminum, leather, and hard plastic or soft silicone.

You can be sure that you will have a great selection of styles from which to choose when you buy your new Verizon Wireless iPhone 4. Verizon Iphone 4 Cases

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Now that Apple and Verizon Wireless have announced the launch date of the new Verizon iPhone 4, the internet has been abuzz as to whether standard iPhone 4 cases will fit this new phone.

Structural Changes to the Phone

There is a new style of antenna on the Verizon iPhone 4 (most likely to avoid the issues associated with the iPhone 4!). As a result Apple has needed to make some structural changes to the body of the phone. These changes involved a slight shift in the location of the on/off and mute buttons, along with a little repositioning of the external antenna.

Apple Introduces the iPhone Universal Case

Initially, it was understood that existing iPhone 4 cases would not fit the new Verizon phone. However, Apple has recently introduced a universal bumper case. The universal bumper case see's the hole for the vibrate button further elongated toward the volume buttons thus accommodating both the AT&T and Verizon iPhone's. So, the good news is that the iPhone 4 universal case styles will fit the new Verizon iPhone 4.

Some Cases Fit Both Verizon and AT&T iPhones

However, there are some existing iPhone cases that will fit both the Verizon and AT&T versions and if you are lucky you may just own one! For example, the Sonix Snap slim case is a classic glove case with one opening for the mute and volume buttons. This will make it compatible with both iPhone versions. Also, leather pouch cases and flip cases should fit both versions of the iPhone 4.

While you might think your phone case choices are limited, iPhone case manufacturers have been busy designing and creating cases customized for the Verizon iPhone. These cases will be available at the time of the release of the new phone, in a variety of styles from which to choose.

Protect Your Phone with a Verizon Case

Of course you will certainly want to purchase a case when you purchase your new Verizon iPhone 4 as cases offer great protection for the phone. A cased phone is cushioned to withstand the impact of drops and bumps to the phone with the end result of having your phone last longer than one that is not in a case. Phone cases also help to reduce scratches and nicks to the phone.

While the main function of phone cases is protection, case manufacturers have the consumers in mind and offer a variety of designs and styles. You also have a choice of materials, such as aluminum, leather, and hard plastic or soft silicone.

You can be sure that you will have a great selection of styles from which to choose when you buy your new Verizon Wireless iPhone 4. Apple and Verizon recently announced the launch of the much awaited iPhone for the Verizon network. This new iPhone, whilst looking exactly the same as the iPhone 4 has had a couple of minor changes made to it. What do these changes mean for those people wanting to purchase accessories for their new Verizon iPhone, and in particular for those people wishing to move from the AT&T network to Verizon?

Differences Between the iPhone 4 and the New iPhone for the Verizon Network

First, let us look at the changes that Apple have made to the Verizon iPhone. According to a number of blogs and websites the new iPhone is exactly the same as the iPhone 4 except for a minor repositioning of the external antenna and the slight relocation of the Mute and On/Off buttons. The antenna changes have resulted in the repositioning of the gaps between the external antennas (a new gap has appeared just above the Mute button) and the volume buttons, whilst still on the left hand side, have been moved ever so slightly down the phone (presumably to accommodate the antenna change).

Can You Use iPhone 4 Cases on the Verizon iPhone?

Most likely not is the simple answer. Whilst the repositioning of the external antenna will probably have minimal impact the relocation of the Mute and On/Off buttons will. Most of the cases being designed and manufactured at the moment are precision made and therefore have been designed to exactly fit the external features of the iPhone 4.

The slight change in the positioning of the external buttons will mean that cases designed for the iPhone 4 will not fit the new iPhone designed for the Verizon network. In particular iPhone 4 cases that have separate holes for the Mute and On/Off buttons will certainly not fit the Verizon iPhone.

iPhone 4 cases that have a full opening to accommodate the Mute and On/Off buttons may fit the new iPhone however, do not be surprised if the case does not fit perfectly. Owners of leather pouches and flip-cases looking to purchase the Verizon iPhone should be unaffected.

When Will the New Cases be Available?

A number of iPhone case suppliers have announced that they will be modifying their iPhone 4 case designs to take into account the subtle changes. These cases will be available from 11 February 2011 to coincide with the release of the much anticipated Verizon iPhone. Will Your Iphone 4 Case Fit The Verizon Iphone?

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