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We've got you covered, with iPhone XS cases that are crystal clear, hold your cards and cash, snap onto your belt, make a splash, and more.
ByChandra Steele
Chandra Steele
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My title is Senior Features Writer, which is a license to write about absolutely anything if I can connect it to technology (I can). I’ve been at PCMag since 2011 and have covered the surveillance state, vaccination cards, ghost guns, voting, ISIS, art, fashion, film, design, gender bias, and more. You might have seen me on TV talking about these topics or heard me on your commute home on the radio or a podcast. Or maybe you’ve just seen my Bernie meme.
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June 16, 2019
Apple has not followed a familiar naming convention with its newest iPhones. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of iPhone, Apple skipped over iPhone 9 to introduce iPhone X, which has evolved into the iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max .
Right now we're going to address those who opted for the iPhone XS ($166.91 at Amazon) . There are plenty of reasons to choose it, including the fact that it fits comfortably in the hand and that PCMag mobile analyst Sascha Segan called it "glowing and glamorous."
So you want a case that lets the iPhone XS shine through. We've got you literally covered, with cases that are crystal clear, hold your cards and cash, snap onto your belt, make a splash, and more.
Native Union Clic Wooden
Native Union Clic Wooden
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Sometimes things just click, like the natural beauty of wood meeting the practicality of plastic on the Native Union Clic Wooden Case.
Rifle Paper Co. Hello Gorgeous
Rifle Paper Co. Hello Gorgeous
See the world through gold-colored glasses with the sunny outlook this Rifle Paper Co. case provides.
BodyGuardz Trainr Pro Case
BodyGuardz Trainr Pro Case
The Bodyguardz Trainr Pro Case is for those whose phone is their workout partner. It has a quick-release armband for when you want to take photos but don't want to slow down.
Hitcase Pro
Hitcase Pro
The Hitcase Pro has a lot to add to your iPhone XS. It makes it waterproof (instead of just water-resistant) and has a system that lets you add on lenses and other photography equipment.
Incipio NGP
Incipio NGP
Flexibility is a good quality, particularly in this Incipio case made of a grippy, flexible material that withstands shocking drops.
Incipio Stars
Incipio Stars
We are all made of stars, though that's not always apparent. It is on the Incipio Stars Case, though, which has gold ones scattered all over it.
Case-Mate Wallet Folio
Case-Mate Wallet Folio (iPhone X)
Carry your ID, cards, cash, and phone with the Case-Mate Wallet Folio. The slim leather design keeps everything, including your look, together.
LifeProof Slam
LifeProof Slam
It's good to know your strengths—and your faults. If you're a bit accident-prone, you might do well to invest in the LifeProof Slam, which protects your phone from drops of about 6 feet.
Monet Brand iPhone Wallet
Monet Brand iPhone Wallet
Stop with the pops. PopSockets are an unattractive addition to your phone. The Monet Brand iPhone Wallet still lets you get a grip on your phone but in a much better way. And it holds your cards and cash.
Case-Mate Mood
Case-Mate Mood
This Case-Mate case is a big mood. It has color-changing technology that responds to the heat in your hands when you hold it.
Incipio Stashback
Incipio Stashback
Sometimes you want to carry your cards with your phone but you don't want a folio-style case. That's where the Incipio Stashback comes in. The hinged back lets you easily store three cards.
OtterBox Defender Series Screenless Edition Case
OtterBox Defender Series Screenless Edition Case
OtterBox is known for the protection it offers phones. The OtterBox Defender covers everything on your iPhone XS except the screen and comes with a holster that doubles as a kickstand.
Grovemade Walnut iPhone Bumper
Grovemade Walnut iPhone Bumper
A walk in the woods isn't always possible, so get the Grovemade Walnut iPhone Bumper to remind you of serene spaces.
Pad and Quill Luxury Pocket Book Case
Pad and Quill Luxury Pocket Book Case
The Pad and Quill Luxury Pocket Book Case has all the charm of a well-worn leather notebook. Instead of pages, though, it holds your iPhone XS, ID, cards, and cash.
Sonix Autumn Floral
Sonix Deco Leopard
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Bring a little floral style into your life with the Sonix Autumn Floral Case. It's also slim and scratch-resistant.
Speck Presidio Show
Speck Presidio Show
You chose your phone color for a reason, so show it off with the framing (and drop-protection) the Speck Presidio Show offers.
Case-Mate Compact Mirror
Case-Mate Compact Mirror
Check your look in the mirror attached to the back of the Case-Mate Compact Mirror before you take a selfie.
Tech21 Evo Luxe
Tech21 Evo Luxe
Leather has a luxurious look but is not cruelty-free. The Tech21 Evo Luxe is undetectably faux and kind to animals.
Speck Presidio Folio
Speck Presidio Folio
The Speck Presidio Folio is a combination wallet and phone case, which comes in a variety of materials and colors.
Sonix Terrazo Mint
Sonix Terrazo Mint
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Italy is known for its terrazzo marble and also its gelato. This Sonix case has the yummy look of both.
UrbanArmorGear Pathfinder Series
UrbanArmorGear Pathfinder Series
For a phone case that has tactile protection via tactile buttons, the Urban Armor Gear Pathfinder Series is the way to go.
OtterBox Symmetry Series Wakanda Forever
OtterBox Symmetry Series Wakanda Forever
Fans of both OtterBox's Symmetry Series and Marvel's Avengers can feel super about the choice of cases available for the iPhone XS (like this Black Panther-themed one).
Tech21 Evo Max
Tech21 Evo Max
So many cases protect your phone, except for the lens. The Tech21 Evo Max has a sliding protector that goes right over that particularly tricky part of your phone.
Vena Holster Case vArmor
Vena Holster Case vArmor
Military-grade protection and looks are what you get with the Vena Holster Case vArmor. It has a detachable swivel holster and raised front-edge protection.
Waterfield Ranger iPhone Case
Waterfield Ranger iPhone XS Max Case
If Indiana Jones carried an iPhone, he'd use this case. It has a magnetic fidlock closure to keep your phone safe on all your adventures.
Urban Armor Gear Metropolis Series
UrbanArmor Gear Metropolis Series
Urban Armor Gear cases are tough as well as practical. The Metropolis is just a little more practical than most since it doubles as a wallet and the cover protects your screen.
Speck Presidio Grip and Glitter
Speck Presidio Grip + Glitter
There are lots of examples of two things that go great together. The Speck Presidio Grip and Glitter are among them.
Case Mate Kodak Case
Case-Mate Kodak Case
This Case-Mate case makes you think all the world's a sunny day.
Sonix Rattan Case
Sonix Rattan
This woven-looking case from Sonix is a dream. It's light but super protective.
Richmond & Finch Tiger & Dragon
Richmond & Finch Tiger & Dragon
This Richmond & Finch case has such a luxe look. The tiger and dragon are meant to symbolize harmony and balance while the bezel around the screen protects your phone if things to topsy-turvy.
OtterBox Figura Series Case
OtterBox Figura Series Case
As if you don't pick up your phone enough times during the day, the Figura case from OtterBox is begging to be touched with its soft synthetic shell and scales.
Speck Presidio Inked
Speck Presidio Inked
The galaxy awaits on this Speck Presidio Inked case. There are plenty of other designs that include flora, fruit, and donuts.
Casetify Premium Leather Case
Casetify Premium Leather Case
Solve the dilemma of having no pockets with this Casetify case that lets you carry cards, cash, and your phone slung around you.
Case-Mate Barely There Leather
Case-Mate Barely There Leather
This Case-Mate Barely There Leather case is 2mm thin so it won't weigh down your phone but it will give it a beautiful butterscotch patina
Element Case Black Ops Elite
Element Case Black Ops Elite
We're not going to ask what you do for a living but if you need a phone case that's ready for anything and we mean anything, get the Element Case Black Ops Elite. Its made of CNC-machined G10 and aircraft-grade aluminum. The tactical holster doubles as a kickstand for when you kick back.
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My title is Senior Features Writer, which is a license to write about absolutely anything if I can connect it to technology (I can). I’ve been at PCMag since 2011 and have covered the surveillance state, vaccination cards, ghost guns, voting, ISIS, art, fashion, film, design, gender bias, and more. You might have seen me on TV talking about these topics or heard me on your commute home on the radio or a podcast. Or maybe you’ve just seen my Bernie meme.
I strive to explain topics that you might come across in the news but not fully understand, such as NFTs and meme stocks. I’ve had the pleasure of talking tech with Jeff Goldblum, Ang Lee, and other celebrities who have brought a different perspective to it. I put great care into writing gift guides and am always touched by the notes I get from people who’ve used them to choose presents that have been well-received. Though I love that I get to write about the tech industry every day, it’s touched by gender, racial, and socioeconomic inequality and I try to bring these topics to light.
Outside of PCMag, I write fiction, poetry, humor, and essays on culture.
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