Today we’ll be taking a look at PDO‘s Leather Flipp case for the 1st-generation iPod touch, as part of the Hack the iPod touch series of case reviews. I’d like to thank PDO, especially Syta, for your kind donation. It’s appreciated, and makes these reviews possible!

On the packaging, PDO describes this case as premium leather, and that’s no lie. PDO’s Flipp case looks, smells and feels like premium leather. This case is a nicely-stitched flip top leather case, that’s professional looking and protective all at once. And it’s affordable at a discounted price of $19.99 (regular $29.99) on PDO’s website.

Continue reading for the full in-depth review of this flip top leather case.
This leather case covers the complete back of the iPod touch, as well as the complete front when you are not using the case. There is a front leather flap that flips, and has a small magnet inside of it. PDO displays their logo across the lower back side of this case, and the front is left alone. The non-removable belt clip on the back of the case, which is shown in the preview pictures of this case, was nowhere to be found. This might mean that there were a few slight revisions to this case, and a new modified model was released.

One great feature about flip top cases is that when you are not using your iPod touch the front of your iPod, including the screen, is completely protected. But a flaw that occurs in almost every leather flip top case for the iPod touch is that the corners of the iPod are left bare. The leather does not cover the rounded aluminum corners of the iPod and they can easily become scratched. If you were to apply a skin to your iPod such as BSE, which has also been reviewed, this would be preventable. But, that’s extra money out of your pocket which most people don’t want to spend.

Included along with this case is a screen protector, which covers the complete front of your iPod touch. Simple instructions are provided on how to apply this screen protector, and if you don’t get it right the first time (or are dealing with air bubbles) you can always reapply it a few times. Try and get it correct the first time though, to prevent the adhesive from wearing off.

This case leaves openings for the dock connector and headphone jack, and they are fully accessible. This case is compatible with any sort of dock or charger, which leads me to assume that it would be compatible with most other accessories too.

On the inside of the front leather lid is a small compartment, which can be handy for carrying money, receipts or notes along with you.

This case isn’t obtrusive to the iPod’s screen, but the flip top design can be a nuisance when watching videos on your iPod. But, this flip top is a great design and protects your iPod against scratches and dents. The leather is also professional looking, and protects your iPod. Overall, I give this case a rating of 8.5/10 for both design and protection.

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