ezSkin Classic for Apple iPod Classic (Black, White, Pink, or Blue)
Company: ezGear
Price: $30
http://ezgear.com

ezSkin MAX for iPod Classic (White or Black)
Company: ezGear
Price: $35
http://ezgear.com

Defender Series OtterBox for iPod Classic
Company: OtterBox
Price: $30
http://www.otterbox.com/

Armor Series OtterBox for iPod Classic
Company: OtterBox
Price: $50
http://www.otterbox.com/

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iPod case selection is one of the most random, haphazard, subjective purchases made by iPod owners. The four cases being reviewed address most of the concerns an iPodder will have once the case is in active use. An iPod 80GB Classic was used for these evaluations. Both ezGear and OtterBox have comparable cases for all the latest (and many previous) iPods, plus the iPhone.

All four review cases are well-priced for value, quality, and marketplace competition. Note: Each case covers the scroll wheel in a slightly different way, somehow without sacrificing scrolling or clicking.

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