Phone Covers

The Ultimate Guide to Shopping for Phone Covers

Buying a smartphone is easy, but taking care of it afterwards? Not so much. With scratches, dirt, and other annoying types of damage lurking around, your device could get beaten up without you even noticing. That's why a lot of people decide to buy mobile phone covers for their handsets, but they don't go about it the right way and end up purchasing the wrong product. In our guide we'll talk about the pros of having a cover, different types that exist, popular brands, and a couple of other things which should, in the end, help you pick out the perfect one for your phone.

• Metal phone covers
• Silicone and rubber covers
• Leather covers

Does It Make Sense to Have a Cover?

Mobile phones don't come cheap, which is why it makes absolute sense to invest in a protective phone cover and try to keep your device safe for as long as possible. Don't forget – there are no mobile phones such as the Nokia 3310 anymore, meaning that your favourite handset won't survive all the things that older models could. With that in mind, here are just a couple of reasons why you need to equip your phone with a one of these great accessories.

• It's definitely cheaper than buying a new smartphone. You can get one for as little as a couple of pounds, but you can't buy a decent phone for under 150 pounds. Having your device repaired isn't that affordable, either, which is why a cover is the best possible option that you have.
• It protects your phone from damage. Like we already mentioned above, a protective accessory will keep scratches and dents at bay, keeping your Samsung, iPhone, or another phone in excellent condition for quite a while.
• It makes your handset look unique. If you get bored of your phone's appearance, you can always spice things up with a colourful or a stylish cover.

We could go on and on about all the benefits of these awesome add-ons, but it's best that you give one of them a try and see for yourself what we're talking about. Ready to move on?

What Kind of a Mobile Phone Cover Should I Get?

Ah, the question of the century and one of the most difficult ones to answer. With so many of these accessories available on the market, it's definitely not easy to pick out the right one. Leather, silicone, metal, smart, simple, bright, original, third-party – which will it be? Where do you start? How do you know which material is better and why? What are the best mobile cover brands? You'll find out all of this and more if you keep on reading.

Different Types of Mobile Covers on MyTrendyPhone

On our website, you'll stumble upon a variety of phone covers that will look appealing to you, but before you select the one you like the most, start with choosing the material that works for you the best. We'll walk you through available ones on our shop.

1) Metal

Some will argue that these are the most durable and sturdiest accessories out there, and they wouldn't be wrong. These particular items will protect your phone from drops and scratches alike, making sure that no harm comes to your smartphone. Aside from being rugged, they will also provide you with that high-end-smartphone feeling that a lot of people love, especially if it's brushed aluminium in question. However, that doesn't mean that they don't have their disadvantages, too.

A number of people believe that metal covers weaken your phone's signal because of their material and interfere with your calls and texting. Another weak point is that these accessories are somewhat heavier that, say, silicone ones, which does not work well with everyone. Manufacturers that are known for these add-ons include Guess, Love Mei, Moshi, etc.

2) Silicone and Rubber

A lot of people often mix up these two types of covers, but they are, in fact, not the same. Rubber (or rubberized) ones more rugged than those made of silicone, because they come with thicker corners and sides. Rubber accessories present a combination of layers, either rubber and plastic, or rubber and silicone, meaning that they offer a higher level of protection for your smartphone than silicone add-ons. They are still bulky, but not as bulky as metal, which is a plus.

Silicone covers, on the other hand, wrap around your phone like a second skin and add almost no extra weight at all. They will protect your phone from minor drops and their texture will provide you with a great grip on your smartphone. Bear in mind, though, that silicone attracts more lint than rubber or metal, so you'll need to clean it more often.

3) Leather

Why pick a leather cover for your handset? Because it's smooth, relatively easy too keep clean, and sometimes comes with additional padding that will safeguard your device from damage. Of course, you should remember that most of these are actually made from faux leather, which may look and feel like real cowhide, but are in fact more susceptible to tears and scratches than real leather. We should mention that they are also cheaper and a lot less bulky than metal and rubber ones.

Covers with Backup Batteries, Kickstands, and More

Aside from the material, you can also focus on which “features” you want your new accessory to sport. If you're after an add-on that will provide your iPhone or the latest Samsung model with extra energy when you need it the most, then we suggest you look into battery covers. These useful gadgets will allow you to provide your handset with an energy boost just when you need it the most. A number of brands offer these particular items, including VRS Design, Maxnon, Tylt, etc.

Some people prefer to have a phone cover with a stand which allows them to place their phone in a comfortable viewing position. That way, they can read or watch videos at an angle that's just right for them. One of the companies that is known for its kickstand feature is Spigen, so you won't go wrong if you decide to purchase one of their products.

The most popular out of these protective accessories such as iPhone X cases and iPhone 8 cases hide a lot of interesting and useful features, so make sure to explore all the possibilities before buying one for your device.

Design Your Own Mobile Phone Cover

You are probably aware of the fact that covers for mobile phones come in an abundance of colours, patterns, and designs, so you definitely won't have trouble getting one that matches your style. However, if you do realize that none of them are for you, you can always count on our service and make your own customized one.

The process is really quick and easy – all you have to do is head over to our Design Your Own Cover page and check whether we can create it for your brand of smartphone. If yes, then what you need to do next is choose your model and upload the photo that you wish to put on the back of your product. It can be anything – from the picture of your pet to your favourite band. The best part of it all is that the whole thing can be done in two minutes and you'll be left with a personalized and trendy phone cover.

Which Company Offers the Best Phone Covers?

When you think about a high-quality mobile phone cover, you probably have a certain brand that pops into your mind first. Whether it's Apple and its official products, or Guess, Griffin, or Incipio, there's always that one brand that you know is great or have heard good things about.

Naturally, selecting a manufacturer also depends on what type of protective accessory you want, because some only produce silicone, some only leather, and others only aluminium ones. So, our advice is this: before you decide on which item you want to purchase, pick out the material first and then the brand of your future add-on. After that, focus on the design and price. This should make the process both faster and easier, and leave you satisfied with your purchase.