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3.0 out of 5 Mice, Jul 30, 2010

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Review: Apple iPhone 4 Bumper Apple's edges-only iPhone 4 case provides minimal protection, but it alleviates the "bridged antenna" issue while letting you see as much of the iPhone 4 as possible.
iPhone 4 Cases: Bumpers Bumper cases cover only the sides of your iPhone 4, leaving its screen and back exposed. Bumpers offer protection only against drops, and even then only if the phone lands on a corner or edge. However, if you've experienced reception issues due to the iPhone 4's external-antenna design, a bumper case should improve reception by preventing your skin from bridging two or more antennas.
Apple's free iPhone 4 cases Apple is providing a free case to any iPhone 4 owner who has experienced reception issues due to the device's external-antenna design. (For the details, see our FAQ.) The available cases are all variations on a similar design, so which one do you choose? We're here to help with reviews of every case, including late additions from Incase and Griffin Technology.

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