hifive Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 (edited) I originally had an eXo, eXo3, and Maclear from Lajo. The two eXo cases were bulky, attracted an insane amount of dust, and diminished the iPod's looks. The Maclear Zip case had huge problems in the fit. The iPod would not go in smoothly no matter what I did. Well, so in my search for the perfert minimalistic case, I found the Trendygeek Podshield and the iCondom off eBay. All cases were used on the 15 GB Gen 3 iPod. I don't know how well they'll fare with the 20/40 GB. The iCondom should work the same as it only covers the back, but I'm not sure about the Trendygeek because it goes around the side. I first ordered the Podshield. I sold it off the same day. The fit was horrible. The back adhesive was larger than the 10/15/20 GB iPod's back. When you fold it over, the case would actually transcend the iPod's sides. So you would have this nasty looking edge of the case jetting out from the sides. Also, the static-cling was much too weak. It would move so easily, and I honestly can't see one lasting for more than a week especially with normal use. I did not try the screen protector. Well, with the Podshield's failure, I went on ebay and found the iCondom. A bit skeptical, I emailed the seller about the low-tack adhesive. I was worried that it may leave a sticky residue. A prompt response came stating that the adhesive does not leave a residue. $7 isn't expensive, and I ordered one. It came from Canada in approximately one week. Opening it up, it came with 3 back protectors and 8 screen protectors. The low-tack adhesive is quite strong and very hard to peel off. This thing will last for a long time. I applied the back and was satisfied with the looks. But after some more inspection, I could see that it had a myriad of tiny watermarks. I then applied the screen protector. Hint: Don't mess up because one will probably not be able to reuse the screen protector after peeling it off. It took me 3 screen protectors to finally get it on perfectly. This is partly due to my perfectionist self, though. The first night of using it, the watermarks were pretty obvious. I was vexxed by the numerous little marks all over the iPod because the iCondom didn't apply perfectly. But after about 2 - 3 days, the watermarks seemed to have disappeared. The screen is much, much clearer and the back has almost no marks anymore. The back has become almost invisible. Obviously, there are still some visible watermarks but nothing big enough to annoy me. The iCondom is pretty hard to see. Well, obviously I was ecstatic about the iCondom's quality. Not only did it give me scratch protection but also kept the iPod's beauty without adding any bulk. Do not expect the iCondom to give you fall, bump, etc. protection. It provides good scratch and fingerprint protection and not much else. This is fine as that's all I ever wanted. I'm not worried about large falls. The only thing that vexxed me was the constant fingerprints and the occasional scratch. Highly Recommended. Pictures: Click for Larger Images. The pictures make the watermarks seem alot worse than they really are. It's much better in person. Edited September 3, 2004 by Squibbles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOB BOT Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 looks slick... haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acoustikrage Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 i use the podshield screen protector and a lajo exo3 skin. works for me, and i do agree that the podshield back protectors suck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hypoxiaicon Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 HAHA. Cool ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autodefe Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 Does it not cover the sides of the iPod? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hifive Posted September 3, 2004 Author Share Posted September 3, 2004 The trendygeek does but not the icondom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psychoticDEMENTO Posted September 3, 2004 Share Posted September 3, 2004 :| iCondom. wow. That's all I can really say is wow. :| :| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hifive Posted September 3, 2004 Author Share Posted September 3, 2004 Yes, excellent name, eh? ;) I wish they chose a better name too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattesca Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 bling bling :woot: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Djmutik1013 Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Huh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turkishdelight Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Really, why are there so many products with names that suggest...um...s three ex? I mean, seriously: iCondom, Sony N.U.D.E., etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverUnknown Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Really, why are there so many products with names that suggest...um...s three ex? I mean, seriously: iCondom, Sony N.U.D.E., etc. 585324398[/snapback] sex sells btw i have an icondom on my ipod and it's great. protects from scratches and that's all i wanted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Code.Red Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Cool, not so sure about the name... "Hey what is that cover for your ipod? "Oh this? Its an iCondom!" "What??" "An iCondom!" " :angry: My child is right here!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uniacid Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 iCondom :| I might have to pick one up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiffy0517 Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 i suppose trojan will have to get into this market somehow. for the first time ever someone will be ****ed that they have to use Magnum size compared to his buddies (ipod) mini :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insanekiwi Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 haha nice find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rix Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 i suppose trojan will have to get into this market somehow. for the first time ever someone will be ****ed that they have to use Magnum size compared to his buddies (ipod) mini :laugh: 585326822[/snapback] Pmsl, nice one :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lare2 Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 iCondom, nice name (Y) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chconline Veteran Posted January 20, 2005 Veteran Share Posted January 20, 2005 LOL iCondom! :laugh: :laugh: :rofl: :woot: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skybl4ck Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Does using the iCondom help make scratches less noticable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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