Speck GeoMetric Case for iPhone 4: review

July 21, 2010 by Christine Chan

It seems that Speck sure know their way when it comes to designing some pretty unique and great iPhone cases. The GeoMetric case sample I received from them is no different.

The GeoMetric case is basically a silicon case that slips on over the iPhone. The material is not exactly silicon, but rather, has more of a rubbery-plastic feel to it. This is great, because it’s easy to apply like a silicon case but since it’s not silicon, it doesn’t attract a bunch of dust and debris onto the case itself, like most silicon cases do (from my experience). So getting this case on and off is easy – it’s just a matter of pushing the device in and out of a snug skin.

The bottom of the GeoMetric case is open, although not to the extent of other cases like the Hard Candy BubbleSlider and Speck Fitted cases that I’ve reviewed previously. The GeoMetric’s 30-pin connector opening is reminiscent of the opening on the Apple Bumper case (which renders old cables useless unless it’s taken off, defeating the purpose), but it’s just a teeny bit wider – wide enough to accommodate older cables. So with this design, the case protects more of the device but also allows older iPhone/iPod cables to be used, which is fantastic for those that own other iDevices.

The volume and power buttons are covered by molded buttons. The ringer switch is left open, but there is still enough space to access the switch without needing to dig into crevices. While I understand the design of the button molds, I feel that it’s rather tacky looking. Although they are great because it adds more of a tactile feeling to the buttons when they are pressed. I suppose that it’s all just a matter of personal preference. The hole for the camera and flash are also cut to precision, once again showing the care that Speck has placed into the designs of their cases.

The most unique thing about the GeoMetric case though is the triangular-patterend back. It contains a mix of the rubbery-plastic material as well as harder, shinier plastic in various triangle shapes. Because of this, it also has some minor ‘bumps’ on the back that are extremely noticeable when you have the device flat on a table. Though it can get a bit annoying when typing on it flat on a table, the unique pattern actually adds a better grip when held in the hand.

But it’s most definitely guaranteed that you’ll have something unique for your iPhone 4 with this case on.

rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars • $29 • SpeckProducts.com