Marware Sportsuit Convertible Case for iPod nano 3G (Black)

 (30 customer reviews)

Bought this because of an A- review from ipodlounge.

What I like:
* One product serves as protective case and secure armband
* Unlike many ipod cases, the bottom is almost entirely enclosed and it would be nigh-impossible for the nano to fall out
* The thin "orca" neoprene case appears to be water resistant -- an important consideration if you might end up in the rain while running, hiking or biking. I might tag the seams with tent seam-sealer just to be sure, especially around the front.
* Multiple carry options - armband, handband, simple case with clip.
* The case and nano do not come in contact with my sweaty arm while working out but are still held close to my arm so I don't accidentally bump it into something.

What I don't like:
* I have to unwrap part of the bottom to access the ipod universal connector. This is an acceptable trade-off for the greater coverage and weather protection on the bottom. If you want to regularly...Read more

I got a Marware case for my MacBook Pro, and I loved it so I thought I'd try one of their iPod cases for my brand new nano. I'm really impressed. It comes with clear protective stickers for the screen and click wheel, but I found that with the sticker plus the clear plastic covering the wheel, it was hard to turn the wheel without clicking the buttons because I had to press so hard to get a response. Without the sticker, the wheel is just fine. The sticker on the screen doesn't put a glare on the screen, and neither does the plastic of the case. (the screen protector for my PSP is not so nice... it gave it a nasty glare) The case fits perfect, not too snug and not too loose, and that cool squishy material is really cool. It's thin, but thick enough to protect your ipod if you do happen to drop it, the material absorbs a lot of shock for it's thickness. There are holes at the bottom for the hold switch and headphones, and the dock connector is covered by a little flap that tucks in...Read more

This product was cheaper than the Apple armband, yet it provides more options. I prefer the belt clip, but it also has an armband. I clip it to my belt when lifting weights and my shorts waistband when running, and stays secure. I have no fears of it falling out of the case. Because of the plastic covering over the buttons, it is hard to adjust the volume, but I actually blame Apple for having such an odd volume adjustment.