ZCover

[Louisville]

http://www.zcover.com/

I ordered one of these cases today (the black one for the new 30 GB iPod). Silicone is silicone right? I'll let you guys know how it is when I get it. I am currently using my old iPod now and my new one is just sitting in the case that came with it.

[ipodcaesar]

Thanks in advance Louisville! What color 5G to you have by the way?

[Louisville]

It's a black 30GB. I am just a little worried that the black case I ordered is going to cover the text on the click wheel. In the picture on the website you can't see the text on the iPod's click wheel. However, that is probably just a bad image. The thickness of the silicone once covering the click wheel is 0.6 mm so it should be transparent.

[chew63]

I ordered this case too (black one) for my 30 GB white 5G.
yeah...hopefully silicone is sillicone...

[kaew]

I have the Black zCover for the nano and I can tell you that it's not transparent at all.

[Louisville]

Oh well, it's not a big deal. How hard is it to remember 4 buttons?

;)

[FiddYNick]

Let me know what you think when you get it please. I dont want to wait for agent 18...I need something now....Nick

[szsiddiq]

Originally posted by kaew
I have the Black zCover for the nano and I can tell you that it's not transparent at all.

hey, otherthan that, how is the case? fit fine? any protection issues?

[Interstink]

I got a zcover case for the nano, and all I can report... DLO and others make MUCh better cases. I do like the plastic screen protector, but the case is poorly cut and the silicone over the click wheel is to thick. I often have problems scrolling (Not recognized by nano).

I wish one of these companies would just make a scratch protection version of these "THICK" silicone cases. Make these cases using THINNER silicone. Yeah... I know I can get some of that film stuff.

[Interstink]

Please choose the appropriate forum for this topic. Thank you. Please choose the appropriate forum for this topic. Thank you. I just cut the screen opening on a Clearance sale DLO case (at Target for $8.99).

Fits almost perfectly - the click wheel opening is a little oval-ized.

Link: static.flickr.com/31/55801221_ebbd918c30.jpg?v=0

Sorry for the none URL link - ilounge wont let me do a link for now...

[joits]

Originally posted by Louisville
http://www.zcover.com/

I ordered one of these cases today (the black one for the new 30 GB iPod). Silicone is silicone right? I'll let you guys know how it is when I get it. I am currently using my old iPod now and my new one is just sitting in the case that came with it.

let us know how it is. this looks like something i might get. pics would be helpful as well.

[ClayRock]

I ordered mine as well today for my 5G black 60GB. I got the original clear white, hopefully to show off the black.

one thing i liked a lot about this case is the wheel cover. a lot of the competitors don't offer it, of course it was for the 4G but still. I liked the fact that it covers virtually ever part of the Ipod.

I'll use it for a while until something better comes along.

[Louisville]

Mine shipped yesterday, but I can't seem to track it.

[GMacDaddyTPO]

Post pics when you get it. It looks interesting and like something I might want...

[drpitt]

Concerned about the balck one to read the 4 icons, got he answer fom zcover that the 4 functional icons already engraved on the case. So much easier!!

My daughter got their nano case, pretty nice case. For theri 5G case, I espeically like the belt clip. I hate the universal one for the cell phone with the hook

[GMacDaddyTPO]

Can you post pics?

[Scarpad]

Trouble with silicone /Rubberized cases like this is that I fear all the stretching involved will cause scuffs and scratches

[drpitt]

mine shipped from zcover Monday and should get them thsi Friday.

Will try to post some pictures

[joits]

Originally posted by drpitt
mine shipped from zcover Monday and should get them thsi Friday.

Will try to post some pictures

can't wait...

[pb125]

30 bucks.... bleh.

[KingSnake]

Would love to see pictures of anyone who has received this case..

[Louisville]

Yeah, unfortunately I chose Canada Post for shipping so who knows when it's going to be here....

argh....

[ClayRock]

mine will be here Wednesday, I'll post pics as soon as I get it.

[drpitt]

I got them this Friday, some pictures for you guys. I have to say Ilove thsi case, excellent fit. Scrollwhell works perfectly as it's much much thinner than the rest of the case, Hard screen protector A+++. sturdy and clear belt clip.

great case!!


http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/9022/my5gcase7zp.jpg

front view
http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/7315/my5gcasefront1bu.jpg

side view
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/1466/my5gcaseside3vq.jpg


top view
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/8082/my5gcasetop8yo.jpg

bottom view
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/8082/my5gcasetop8yo.th.jpg (http://img242.imageshack.us/my.php?image=my5gcasetop8yo.jpg)

[drpitt]

Originally posted by drpitt
I got them this Friday, some pictures for you guys. I have to say Ilove thsi case, excellent fit. Scrollwhell works perfectly as it's much much thinner than the rest of the case, Hard screen protector A+++. sturdy and clear belt clip.

great case!!


http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/9022/my5gcase7zp.jpg

front view
http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/7315/my5gcasefront1bu.jpg

side view
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/1466/my5gcaseside3vq.jpg


top view
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/8082/my5gcasetop8yo.jpg

bottom view
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/8082/my5gcasetop8yo.th.jpg (http://img242.imageshack.us/my.php?image=my5gcasetop8yo.jpg)



sorry here is bottom view
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/9131/my5gcasebottom1ri.th.jpg (http://img242.imageshack.us/my.php?image=my5gcasebottom1ri.jpg)

[szsiddiq]

thanks!
they look nice, but im gona stick with getting a hard case, i impulsively ordered the speck see-thru...see how that goes...
also, can u post a front view? the one u posted doesnt have the case on, its just ur pretty lil iPod ;)
thanks!

[KnightRyderV]

im curious to see what the guys who ordered the black case say because of lint/dust.

looks like i'll have to do a tiny bit of cutting to get my Belkin auto kit's charger to plug in. could you possibly take a picture with your ipod plugged into your dock connect so i can see the kind of clearance around the plug because the Belkin auto kit's connector isnt ovalized like apples, its rectangular. i just want to see how much i'd have to trim it if at all.

Thank you.

[MyBlackiPodNano]

IM seriously thinkin about gettin a clear zcover for the vpod as well, Is the belt clip removeable?

thanks

[saberry]

The zcover website doesn't seem to specify between the 30g and the 60g - is it one cover fits all?

[ipaqman]

what color would look best for a black 60 vpod. i was thinking the blue would look cool. any thoughts? also... does the included screen protector scratch easily?

where is the cheapest place to purchase?

ipaqman

[saberry]

Originally posted by saberry
The zcover website doesn't seem to specify between the 30g and the 60g - is it one cover fits all?

Nevermind. I see now where you checkout it asks you to specify if you need the 30gb or 60gb version.

[ipaqman]

what color is everyone getting for their black vpod?

[ipaqman]

i am having trouble deciding on what color case to get. it is between the black and the clear case for my black 5g. which one should i choose.

please help...

ipaqman

[garretwp]

I ordered the black case for my 60GB Black iPod. I should have it on thursday and will take pictures as soon as I can.

Garrett

[ipaqman]

does anyone have pics of the black ipod with the clear case?

[ipaqman]

please help

[briareus]

You might want to give people more than an hour to respond...

[ipaqman]

sorry about that... i need to order it really soon.

[bibby]

Those ZCover skins look like someone from iSkin company quit job, and opened new company :) They look much like iSkins, it will be nice to see what's iSkin answer to 5G protection.

[chaosbringer]

are these zcovers better than the cases you can buy on ebay? You know, the 3 dollar cases with 10 dollars shipping

[SWTrader]

Anyone have pictures of the CLEAR case on a BLACK ipod? Worried it will be milky making the black iPod look grey.

[mezz64]

drpitt, on the zcover site they state the belt clip is removable, from your pics it doesnt look like it is. If it is can you take some pics with the clips removed? Thanks!

[ipaqman]

i would also like to know what the black ipod looks like with the clear case?

also... does anyone here have the black u2 ipod with a clear silicon case? what does it look like?

ipaqman

[misha24]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by drpitt
[B]I got them this Friday, some pictures for you guys. I have to say Ilove thsi case, excellent fit. Scrollwhell works perfectly as it's much much thinner than the rest of the case, Hard screen protector A+++. sturdy and clear belt clip.

great case!!



Hi, I was thinking of the getting the Clear case for the white ipod I have. Is there a reason you got the ice? Also the screen protector look similar to the iskin one where the case itself holds it in place. Can you tell us if you got any scratches or was it difficult to slide it throught the screen area?

Thanks

Mike

[ipaqman]

i just ordered the clear case for my black vpod.
i think that the clear case is the best case for the black vpod because you can still see the clickwheel and the black color of the ipod.

ipaqman

[winklepr]

Sorry for not checking this site earlier, but in roughly 10-15 minutes I will post again with a link to the picture of the front of my Black 30 GB iPod in a Ice zCover Case for all to see. Hope this still helps somebody... Hear back from me soon, guarenteed!

[mezz64]

Can you please post pics of the back without the belt clips also? This is the only thing preventing me from buying this case, i hate belt clips.

[winklepr]

Okay, you can check them all out @ Flickr here:


flickr.com/photos/61478758@N00/


...Or one by one here, and here, and here, well you get the picture (pun definitely intended)...

flickr.com/photos/61478758@N00/61123444/

flickr.com/photos/61478758@N00/61123443/

flickr.com/photos/61478758@N00/61123442/

flickr.com/photos/61478758@N00/61123441/

flickr.com/photos/61478758@N00/61123440/

[winklepr]

now just put the "http colon backslash backslash" and the "www period" and you'll be good to go and see them. Tell me if it doesn't work, but I would've posted the links in full but apparently you can only do that as a established member which is dumb because I'm sure posting the pictures as a freshman lounger will no doubt help a established member (if not more then one) right? Maybe not, but hope that helps someone and mezz64 I'll take some of the back w/o best clip because I also prefer it being clipless, that's why I got this case, optional like the iSkin one I had for my mini. Very similar although this one does have a click wheel protector and some other differences... I'll mention those upon request but to keep from rambling on and continue taking requested pictures, I'll post again in 10-15 minutes with a couple back belt-clip-less shots! If that's all that prevents you from buying this case though, then these pictures might help to persuade you otherwise because its quite easy and I like it w/o the clip too.

[mezz64]

Thanks for the pics you showed exactly what I wanted to see. It looks like the zcover is the perfect option for me.

[peestandingup]

winklepr, how easy is it to remove/put on the entire belt-clip part? Will it hold up well if you remove it/install it like every day?? I wanna make sure because I will only use the belt-clip part when I go to the gym, but when I leave the gym I will take the entire belt-clip off so the back is flat. Thanks.

[winklepr]

Okay, ask and ye shall receive!... or something. Here's pictures of the back without any belt clip accessories, note that there is a insert that allows for the attachment of the belt clip with two pegs similar to the same one found on the iSkin case I had for my mini. I don't use it though because the holes where the pegs would stick out (small pegs but still) are so small, I can bear having such small holes exposed of my iPod, plus you can still see the iPod logo without the insert so there you go. But if you want it completely covered on the back, leave the insert in with the belt clip off and all you'll have is some pretty small pegs, like little pimples on your iPod. Well here's pics of my beltclipless iPod w/Proactive and no peg insert or anything, just the case and my iPods back in a silicon embrace here:

flickr.com/photos/61478758@N00/


...Or here and here...

flickr.com/photos/61478758@N00/61127808/

flickr.com/photos/61478758@N00/61127806/

[winklepr]

Peestandingup (just like me, really helps when out in the woods or autographing snow too!) But anyways, off topic - back on: I considor it easy if you're willing to remove your iPod or just keep the peg backing I was talking about in the case. My pictures show I removed the peg backing cause I'll never use the belt clip personally, but if you do plan on doing it and want it on and off - super easy with just keeping the pegs on the back and it just causes two pimple sized dents on the back of your pod. But if you're talking about making it look like mine in those pictures without the pegs then with the belt clip, harder with removing the iPod each time you put in the peg backing. Once again, my best example is the ol' iSkin cases like the one I had for my iPod mini that had a removable belt clip. I can not stress enough how similar they are in my opinion, different grips, airholes on the iSkin one, other little things, but pretty dang similar except this one has a click wheel cover which is a plus in my book. But like the iSkin cases, you do get the occasional dust/lint/fur/hair problem but its not as drastic as people use to make it seem, it could also help with this color not showing it as much as solid colors do. Like I've seen black and green silicon cases and it seemed like they showed it more in my opinion. As for the screen, its plastic so it scratches as easily as plastic does - but you can order more off there site I believe and mines scratched but I ratehr it then my iPod, not to mention even as scratched it doesn't annoy me as much as scratches blemishes etc. etc. did on my iPod. Other then that, I had mine sent UPS and got it in 4 days (it was going to be 3 until it got sent to the wrong place and had to be put back on track which cost it a day) but for 30 bucks I think its worth it just to have one for a while until they become more common, but I don't know if I'd do it again for the 8 dollars shipping, its up to you to see if its worth the 40 bucks or whatever. Also, I do worry about the plastic screen protector moving and scratching the iPod, ideally I'd get a iSkin duo when there released for 5G's but until then this will do and keep in mind, I'm not OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) about my iPod, I don't like scratches but I can stand finger prints and less perminant blemishes. But if you like the original iSkins, you'll like these I think. As someone mentioned earlier, I swear this company was started by a disgruntled head honcho at iSkin starting his own thing and offering the same thing in Canada for the iPod and other accessories iSkin currently doesn't such as PSP, Treo 650, Zen Micros, etc. etc.

[winklepr]

Oh, and as for the durability of the belt clip. I haven't stress tested it that extreme for everyday. But needless to say, I have friends who have with iSkin cases and this belt clip seems the same to me as iSkins, going off that I think if you're gentle it'll last. If you're rough, it is plastic and not bulletproof, so it can break. But I wish I could give you a better answer, I'd say it should hold up cause iSkin ones have that I know of and these seem the same to me, but I'm no pro but iLounge really should be reviewing this case, but in there lack I guess its up to me. So jeremy horwitz can eat his heart out in the meantime. But yeah, if you love it like a gentle lover I think it will make you happy for a year or two. If you're rough and tough, it may not last a week. It's plastic, its similar to the iSkin, it's tough to say and I don't know personally since I barely use the belt clip. Unfortunately they don't sell belt clips like they do screens (which they sell in 3 packs I believe on the site). If you get the chance though to go to a Apple Store or some place that might have the more commonly found iSkin cases (not the duos but just the single silicon layed originals) then try to get hands on or ask somebody if you can see a belt clip for the iskins, or look to see if you can see it through the clear package and take your best judgement. They seem pretty identical to me and I think the zCover website has a photo about the belt clip, I'll try to find it and post it to see if that helps you as well!

[winklepr]

Okay peestanding up, found what I was looking for and what I think will help you judge the belt clip a little better. Note that I haven't, nor want to test this since my belt clip is currently MIA and I don't want to search at the moment, maybe later and if enough demand is put on me I would but otherwise this site hopefully is telling the truth in its pics, but here's the link... or as much of it as I can post as freshman lounger:

zcover.com/zCover_features_iSA_BeltClip.htm

[ipaqman]

thanks for your review. does the screen protector scratch if you keep it in the accessory pouch? do you use the accessory pouch?

thanks,
ipaqman

[peestandingup]

winklepr, thanks so much for the info. This looks like a great case. Just 1 more question. If you keep the peg backing insert in place, how far do the "pimple-sized" dents stick out from the iPod? Do you have perhaps a side view pic of that?? Thanks.

[winklepr]

The accessory pouch is cheap plastic with a zipper, I don't use it personally. I guess you could but I don't. For that reason I do not know if it scratches the screen protector. Also I keep the screen protector in the case with my iPod to protect my iPods screen which is the main reason I got the case since the neoprene sleeve that comes with the iPod left a huge scratch on the left side front of my iPod. Since then I stopped using it for the little while it took for me to get this case, now I can use it for the most part without worry although I think the plastic screen is causing minor scratches around the iPods screen, but some times its just smudges that I can wipe away. For this reason I just keep it in the case and hope its doing its job and I rather have those scratches then more vertical ones like the neoprene sleeve was getting. But as I said once, the iSkin duo when it comes out will be my next item of purchase since it has two layers the protective plastic screen never touches the actual iPod just the inner layer, so no more worries about that when iSkin releases it in december or whenver. Until then, I'll take my chances with this and its better then nothing - and better then the neoprene case the iPod shipped with. Although it was one of the few options at the time, there are more out now and a lot of people seem to like the invisble shield and other types like that of thin plastic, and soon Tuneware is suppose to release some hard case plastic cases as well as silicone cases that come with thin plastic shields like the invisible shields so more and probably better options are coming and hopefully iLounge will get them and give them reviews. In the meantime I'm using my iPod and if it gets a few scratches that's cool with me, just as long as it doesn't get no-longer-usable screen or such scratches like have been reported of the nano and people taking them to courts. Hopefully by the 2nd version of the 5th gen when it comes will have a different front that's less scratch prone. Same goes for the nano. Also, if I was to do it all over again - I may have gone classic (but trendy) white since it apparently doesn't show scratches and blemishes as much. But usual me to go different and new with the Black and maybe I'll pay for it. Maybe I'll just start caring less and less as time goes on and my new iPod becomes a used iPod just to use it as a excuse in a year or year and a half to buy a new iPod or whatevers out then (6G, who knows). But I had my iPod Mini 2nd Gen for 8 months before getting this one, and now that one which use to be my fragile baby is now my bang around pod, maybe that'll be the case with this one in 8 months if apple releases something else I can't refuse. Or if I just outgrow the 30 gigs (already using over 20 with music and video) and want increased battery life I may go 60. Okay, I just strayed waaay off topic, sorry about that. Hope I said something worthwhile? Probably not though... eh well.

[LiLMike67]

Is the screen protector that comes with the case essential? What I mean is, does it help position the iPod tightly in place. I plan on putting a MF on my own, and then sheathing it in this case or one similar. If the plastic screen scratches, I'd just prefer having the MF do the protecting. Would this be a good idea or would most think it best to place as much protection for the screen as is possible. I want to hear your opinion! Thanks! :)

[winklepr]

I don't have a side pic of that sorry peestanding up, but since you asked so nice I will go searching and hopefully have a pic of it back and side in roughly 30 minutes so come back and you should see. Until then, I'd guesstimate roughly a few MM or a 1/8-1/10 of a inch. Okay, be back in a lil' while with side and back pics WITH the peg insert, continue hangin' from the edge of your seat... with suspense that is... or not... whichever.

[peestandingup]

Originally posted by winklepr
I don't have a side pic of that sorry peestanding up, but since you asked so nice I will go searching and hopefully have a pic of it back and side in roughly 30 minutes so come back and you should see. Until then, I'd guesstimate roughly a few MM or a 1/8-1/10 of a inch. Okay, be back in a lil' while with side and back pics WITH the peg insert, continue hangin' from the edge of your seat... with suspense that is... or not... whichever. LOL, cool. Thanks!

[winklepr]

Since I am getting a little tired of posting each pictures individual address, I'm going to just post my flickr general addy for you to browse what you may or please. It should be self explanitory I think. So to check out pictures of the accessory case and back peg thing for belt clip as well as the belt clip and pretty much everything the zCover came with when I got it etc. I think this should just about cover most things but if more pictures are requested, and requested nice enough, I don't know if I'll be able to refuse so in the meantime, here's what there is so far - feel free still to continue asking and questioning about it, I almost feel obligated to call myself a intern for iPod Lounge, next step from freshman lounger i guess. Unofficial intern, without the getting the boss coffee aspect of course...

HERE!!: flickr.com/photos/61478758@N00/

[winklepr]

LiLMike67I think the MF with case is a excellent idea if you already have the MF! But if you want to protect the screen from things the MF might not be able to, say a lot of pressure from s sharp object from who-knows what, then you could use both, I would if I had a MF because unlike comdoms with sex - double bagging a iPod is probably a good idea. The only thing is I don't know how it would further affect click wheel sensitivity, I doubt that much - especially since the click wheel on the 5G is apparently "known" for being more sensitive/twitchy it may be preferred to slow it down a bit. But otherwise, the case should still fit without it. But if that's your plan then I figure someone would go with the Tuneware option that comes with such a setup. But if you already have the MF, then you could get this - not use the plastic screen protector and it be like the tuneware ice silicon case except with a optional belt clip and click wheel cover. That's a good idea, and I may have to shell out for MF or invisble shield and just double protect, I just worry about the applying cause I hear its hard - but maybe this weekend I'll do the challenge, now a question for you mikey - was the MF or those clear thin plastic covers hard to apply like some say, what's your personal experience or view on them? In the mean time, keep it postin'!

[peestandingup]

Hey, great pics winklepr! Im probably gonna get this case now based on your review. Thanks for hookin a brotha up!! :D

[ipaqman]

winklerp thank you so much for giving us a great review of the zcover. by the way... do you like the clear case?

much appreciated,
ipaqman

[peestandingup]

Yeah, I also think the MF skin + zcover is a good idea. I actually should be getting my MF tomorrow, so will probably leave off the click wheel MF cover & just use the zcover to protect the wheel.

winklepr, how is the click wheel response using the zcover? I would actually prefer it to slow down the response a little. My iPod 5G's wheel is very sensitive right now without anything on it.

[winklepr]

No problem, since I'm not pro and my expectations arn't too high and I don't have much to compare to, I'm satisfied with my purchase. If my iPod gets a few scratches or such from it, I'll let it slide for the sole fact that I know it would get so much more without it or with that included slip case. At least now I can use my iPod all the time without fear, and if that comfort comes from a few scratches around the screen from the screen protector or on the back from the belt clip attachment so be it - I paid 300 dollars to use it and I now do. Until something better comes around like a 5G iSkin Duo or some other case and iLounge gets some more reviews up and Apple's site puts more in there accessory list (free shipping wouldn't hurt either) I am personally unprofessionally and low-hope satisfied. For now it seems to be the only silicone case currently shipping, so I guess in that sense its also the only one to reccomend. But I'm keeping my fingers crossed for the future, by Christmas I'm sure there will be a wealth more since now there's a million nano cases and since they have similar screens, its only a matter of time until complaints, court cases, and then iPod cases. Will indeed be a exciting holiday season!

[LiLMike67]

Winkle, thanks for the reply as well as the great review of the zCover, I will probably be purchasing this case in the next day or so. As far as the MF, it's still on the way, but once I have it I will be sure to reply to your question. I chose the MF because it is highly recommended by many on this forum and I think will work great when incorporated with a case like the zCover. Once I have the MF and zCover (or other case) I will be happy to post a review of my own. Again, thanks winkle for your pics, they look great and I'm definately considering this case now as a result (if the price were a little more reasonable it would be a no brainer, but I'll prob go ahead with it anyway)

Edit: Pondering your own question winkle, whether the MF along with the wheel cover of the Z would affect its tracking. If anybody else might be able to shed some light on this, I'd hate to end up with a protection system that adversely affects the iPod's function.

[winklepr]

I like the clear case, all except for one thing. I don't know if you can see it in my pictures but try to focus in on the click wheel. They put little updents (indents that come up not down) that say Menu, rewind sign, fast foward sign, and play pause sign respectively for where you can clearly read them on the scroll wheel. Maybe for white ipod owners? I'm not sure, but they may be preferred if you don't know your way around the scroll wheel and can feel out the words and symbols. But for me, there not really matched up with the icons and just bug me. I'd prefer a flat nothign click wheel cover, and besides my worry's about the plastic cover moving around and causing some scratches around the border of the screen I am super satisfied. Although if I ever get a dock I don't know how this will work/fit/etc. especially with the dock-connector flip-protector on the bottom which you can see by some of hte picture links posted on the first couple pages of this thread. So with dock-like accessory's I don't know and have yet to try, but since I plan on getting a dock sometime in December I'll find out, but if anyone else does or hears anything before hand feel free to share - I'd hate to get a dock only to find out it won't work with the case on. I'm worried more about the width since the iPod is skinner I could just not use the adapter that came with my iPod and it should fit cause now its about as thick as the 5G 60 gig, but its also a couple millimeters wider and there is the dock-connector-flap-protector on the bottom of the case so who knows?? Oh and if I had a white one I might of got the white case with glow in the dark cause that might've been fun for a little while. But if you want to show off that you have a black iPod the clear case is your best bet. If you wish they made iPods in different colors then the blue and pink etc. are good so you can have that ol' color you had on your iPod mini or what not. Black looks kind of neat too, but the one thing I worried about all the colored (or dark colored, aka not white or clear) cases is if dust/lint/hair etc. would show up more like they did on the colored iSkin silicone cases. Trying to avoid this, and due to my satisfaction with the iSkin Artic case for my ol' iPod Mini caused me to go clear and it seems about the same experience to me. The one benefit is that it came out before iSkin had something readily available, and I like iSkin a lot, so that's saying a lot about zCover coming from my mouth. I know I've said this a million times and I'll try to make this the last time but still crossing my fingers for a 5G iSkin Duo announcement this month and shipping next month, be a good stocking stuffer - but if not, I'm sure this case will last me until I get another iPod in a year (I'm a sadly pathetic impule buyer so I know the minute they update the 5G's or release the 6G's I'm not going to be able to resist, maybe for a week or two, but I'm very weak to Job's Jedi mind tricks)

[winklepr]

PeeStandingUp suggested not using the click wheel protector of the MF cover as not to further reduce tracking on the clickwheel. If that's easily possible, its a great idea. Also, in response to you stand up pee-er, it does make the click wheel less touchy. As I've mentioned before, I use to have a iPod Mini and now the click wheel feels more on par with the click wheel of my mini, except those dumb updents I mentioned kind of make it feel less fluid and smooth when scrolling since you can feel the tiny updents kind of like those updents they put on the F and J's of keyboards so you know where homerow is. Although its not necessary on such as simple click wheel, not sure why its there. But it doesn't really affect the tracking, just the feel on my fingers of scrolling - its liek a brail click wheel now. More on par with the old click wheels made by Symentech or whatever, so if you're looking slow down the response a bit, this will probably be perfect. It feels more like my old Mini and that's not a bad or good thing in my book, but its still works like a clickwheel should in my book - the ol' click wheel I know and love, and it is only .8 mm thin and as the picture show it clearer and clear enough to clearly see and read all the symbols on the click wheel which is my favorite part of the black ipod. A black click wheel with white lettering/icons, way better then white with gray click wheel and white icons. Black on Black will always be better then grey on white in my book. So I'm glad I can still read see the click wheel and symbols on it well - the one other thing I didn't really like about the Black Silicon case was how it doesn't seem to allow for seeing through the click wheel cover. Eh well, ramblin' on and on again but what a long thread - and not even a rumor site like macrumors or thinksecret, impressive!

[peestandingup]

winklepr, does the zcover really make the 30GB 5G as thick as the 60GB 5G??? That might be the killer for me as I like the thinness of the 30GB.

[winklepr]

From what I can tell (best judgement, but don't quote me on it) makes it about 14-15 mm thick. Going with 14 mm, that is about 0.5511811" according to my unit convertor on dashboard, or roughly .55" which is the thickness of the 60 GB iPod. Although I'd be tough pressed to find any case except the MF or invisible shield etc. that keep the ipod from growing 1-2 mm on each side without being one of those thin plastic covers like the MF or invisible shield etc. But yeah, it does make it about the thickness of the 60 GB. But then again, the 60 GB would be as thicker then the 20/30 GB 4G iPod with a silicon case so it's all relative. One last thing, I don't know about weight and since I don't own a precise nor accurate nor any scale at all, I can't judge that to tell you how it adds to the 4.8 oz of the 30 GB iPod and if it makes it as heavy or heavier then the 5.5 oz 60 GB iPod... Sorry about that, but all in all - it probably is as thick as the 60 GB 5G, and if that is the killer for you (I know what you mean as liking the thiness of the 30 GB, even being thinner then my iPod Mini!) but now its about as thick as my iPod Mini and still thinner then my iPod Mini was in its iSkin silicon case, so its all up to you. But its good to know before ordering right? If that is the killer though, I'd suggest one of those thin invisible screens to apply like I mentioned above in this post. On the bright side though, at least its still thinner then the 20/30 GB 4th Gen iPods, that's what I keep telling myself at least. Also, if I ever get a 60 GB (or 80 GB, please apple?) 5G iPod, at least I'll be use to its size... well until I get a case for it huh? But maybe if I feel the MF is enough all on its own, maybe I'll change my view on need for a case, but I'd really be suprised if film alone would be enough for what my iPod goes through. In closing, keep in mind I do live in Oregon - a VERY rainy state, so I don't know if the film would really protect from that, at least these silicon cases protect pretty well from the occasional rain, all except for the exposed hold switch and headphone jack (which isn't as exposed since I usually have my headphones plugged into it) and don't know how much damage could come from the exposed headphone jack or little openings in the back where the pegs of the beltclip would be if I left it in there... We'll see - maybe someday I'll convert to the invisible plastic screens, until then - I guess I'll be siliconing it.

[waysid]

Great info winklepr!! One question I have is, do people plan on charging and syncing their iPod while still in the zCover case? It would seem a pain to have to take it out of the case everytime you want to charge or sync and that would probably scratch up the ipod a bit in the process. I have never owned an iPod before ( its on its way ), so I have no idea how hot they get when they are charging/syncing. With my old Iriverh120, I kept it in its iSkin 24/7 365 days a year and no problem so hopefully it will be the same with the iPod and ZCover.

[KnightRyderV]

just ordered the Black one for my 60gig. Will post pics ASAP.

[winklepr]

Waysid - if you look at the pictures posted on the first couple pages of this thread you'll see there is a dock connector cover, but it can be easily pulled back like the iSkin's and using the dock is easy with the USB cable or what have you. I am not sure about docking it in a universal dock or roadtrip fm etc. sense, but for cables the opening is large enough to fit in the cable that came with your iPod for charging and syncing. I personally leave the case on when I charge and sync and works like a charm like it did with the iSkin case I had for my iPod mini so no worries there. My guess is that this will be a similar experience as your iRiver120 iSkin case, but if you're really worried about it - I'm sure iSkin will get ther eact together and offer there own 5G cases in a month or so time. Other then that, look foward to seeing your pcs as well knightryderv!

[waysid]

Thanks for the reply. I'm pretty sure the zCover will as good as my old iRiver iSkin. I was just worried that the iPOd was a little more sensitive to overheating than the iRiver. It does say somewhere on the apple site not to charge your iPod in certain cases but I'm sure they are just trying to be on the safe side. I definitely plan to keep it on all the time when I get the case and iPod later this week.

[drpitt]

I got a clear zcove for my white 60gb last friday. really love it. As i said, it's just perfect fit and it covers the ipod completely. Decided to buy their Treo 650 case.

[winklepr]

Waysid - yeah I've read that before too but I used my similar iSkin silicon case on my iPod Mini 2nd Gen for about 2-3 months with close to a charge every night or two and I didn't notice any damage, maybe it decreased the battery life? But I couldn't tell since I was still getting good battery life when I sold it a couple weeks ago to get my 5G 30GB Black Beauty, also so far I've charged my iPod twice in the case and haven't noticed any damage from heat or such, but if I do I'll be sure to post ASAP. Also I don't know if its its more sensitive to overheating then the iRiver, and for all I know the iRiver site or manual etc. may have made a point like that too had there bean more silicon cases or just iRivers and case sales in general for the product. Although you're bound to get complaints about every single little thing when you have a iPod sized share oppose to a iRiver sized share... Just my two cents there though.

[ipaqman]

just one question... when zCover shipped your case did they give you a tracking number?

[KnightRyderV]

ipaqman,

yes you do recieve a tracking number if you use the UPS shipment option. Im not sure about the other shipping options.

i made my order this morning around 11:30am and recieved confirmation of the order immediatley. after i came home from work i was pleased to see that ZCover had sent me another email to tell me that it has already shipped within the same day. Shortly after that (around 4:00pm) i got an email from UPS with my tracking number.

fast service and easy communication with ZCover. we'll see how the product is when i get it.

Cant wait :D

[winklepr]

Second knightryderV's response to you ipaqman, I also chose the UPS shipment option and received a tracking number. That is one thing they did excellently was process and ship the order quickly, I ordered monday night after business hours and it shipped early the following tuesday! Came in 4 days as well, and was going to be only 3 if not for a mistake on UPS part so really quick - which for us 5G owners, time is of the essence when there's scratches and smudges around every corner.

[misha24]

ordered last night got cofirmation and tracking today.

[ipaqman]

i shipped it with canada post.

[LiLMike67]

Just now ordered mine, and I went with the Ice Clear. I'll post some pics once I have the Martins Field protector applied and it is housed in the zCover. I went with the UPS shipping, and zCover was quick to confirm my order. Hopefully it will be shipped tomorrow and arrive quickly.

[Scarpad]

I also ordered a black one. Now this is the second case I ordered I also ordered the Speck hard plastic case 3 pack. I wonder which will show first..

[LiLMike67]

I received word today around 4 p.m. that my zCover had already shipped. I'm very pleased with their fast response and shipping. I especially can't wait because I just received my package of iCleaner today. This stuff is amazing, and my iPod looks as nice as it did the day it came out of its packaging. I need my MF and case fast and it seems zCover, at least, is on top of it.

[misha24]

well it shipped on the 8th but UPS says delivery 16th. Its coming from Seatlle area. So if you are on the west coast you should get it quicker.

[KnightRyderV]

yup, Ordered on tuesday morning, UPS tracking says the deliverly date is Friday. 3 DAYS!!! (im in the Hayward, CA..... ie. Bay Area.)

i ordered my 60gig Black ipod tuesday night and its scheduled for Monday the 14th.

so i'll have a ZCover before i even get my ipod :( i guess thats a good thing because now i wont have to resist using my ipod while i wait for a case, as soon as i get it, in the case and off i go with it :)

[ClayRock]

i dig it...covers it well, easy to use scroll.

add the "ht" to the beginning of the links below.


tp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v696/Dora33/iPod4.jpg


tp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v696/Dora33/iPod3.jpg

tp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v696/Dora33/iPod2.jpg

tp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v696/Dora33/iPod.jpg

[KnightRyderV]

clayrock,

your links dont work. try imageshack.us

[ClayRock]

i don't want to go through the hassle...

[KingSnake]

Originally posted by ClayRock
i dig it...covers it well, easy to use scroll.

add the "ht" to the beginning of the links below.


tp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v696/Dora33/iPod4.jpg


tp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v696/Dora33/iPod3.jpg

tp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v696/Dora33/iPod2.jpg

tp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v696/Dora33/iPod.jpg

None of your links work, even with adding the "HT". Care to clean them up so we can check them out? Thanks

[ClayRock]

Originally posted by KingSnake
None of your links work, even with adding the "HT". Care to clean them up so we can check them out? Thanks


Originally posted by ClayRock
i don't want to go through the hassle...


see if you can get an admin. to check it out...like i said, i don't have time to set up an account somewhere else and upload the pictures.

[Louisville]

Here are some pictures of the black case:

http://www.supload.com/free/1-789981.jpg/view/
http://www.supload.com/free/2-661113.jpg/view/
http://www.supload.com/free/3-731697.jpg/view/
http://www.supload.com/free/4-940274.jpg/view/

The back one. It looks slick.

[ClayRock]

does your cover not quite seal completely on the very center/top of your screen cover? mine does, kinda annoying...but i'll be gettting an iSkin eventually.

[bob622]

I have the black one, but I don't like it much. It attracts dust and specks quite a bit and always looks dirty (which you can probably see in the pictures someone else posted of a black one). If I had it to do over again, I would get a clear one.....

[winklepr]

Yeah, that's what I notice with most silicon cases - the solid colored ones, especially the dark ones, show dust/hair/etc. quite easily. It's really a shame though, because black is such a awesome color - yet on iPods it shows smudges and scratches more, while on silicon cases shows more hair, lint and, dust. Even on cars, seems like black cars get dirty and show it more then lighter colors. It's really too bad, I like the color on electronics the most, second only to silver, and unfortunately apple hasn't released a alum. 5G iPod to match PowerMacs/Books. Although I do hope one day to have iPods and PowerPods, PowerPods having 40 or 80 gigs - iPods going 30 or 60. PowerPods being that Powerbook/PowerMac aluminum, and iPods being that ibook or imac white (but then again, wonder if a black iBook or iMac would be pretty sweet?) Well that's my dream, not so much related to this thread this time - but thought I'd throw it out there until my MF protectors arrive and I can post pics, reviews, and the like on this thread - shipped out yesterday but no word on when they'll arrive. But did send priority which is suppose to be 2-3 days according to there site, so crossing my fingers for a weekend project!

[Louisville]

Man you guys are so picky.

[winklepr]

Yeah... and fickle :/

[ipaqman]

does the screen protector move around and scratch the ipod when it is in your pocket for example?

[timeconsumer]

Originally posted by ipaqman
does the screen protector move around and scratch the ipod when it is in your pocket for example?

The screen cover has a rubbery layer of something on the bottom of it to prevent this exact situation.

Just received mine today -- I love this thing. Blurry night-time way-too-bright-flash photo: img382.imageshack.us/img382/6522/0376zcover29nc.jpg

[iLuvYuu]

timeconsumer- What is up with that ring around the clickwheel? Is it noticable in daylight or when your looking at it? Thanks.

iLuver<3

[ClayRock]

Originally posted by timeconsumer
The screen cover has a rubbery layer of something on the bottom of it to prevent this exact situation.

Just received mine today -- I love this thing. Blurry night-time way-too-bright-flash photo: img382.imageshack.us/img382/6522/0376zcover29nc.jpg

Your's has the sealing issue at the very top of the screen like mine. It looks like your's is a little worse than mine though. I'm considering adding a small drop of super glue on the edge where it isn't sealing correctly.

[Scarpad]

Seeing all that dust and lint on that black one make me regret buying one, it's already been shipped unfortunately. I wonder if I could swap it for the clear which look better. Oh well it'll hold me until my Specks Hard case gets here.. damn as an Ipod owner you spend alot on cases and I know I'll probably end up buying more.

[KnightRyderV]

i'll probably use my ZCover until iSkin comes out and has been reviewed and as long as iskin has black, i'll be happy. probably end up selling my ZCover after i get iSkin.

[Louisville]

http://www.supload.com/free/2-81715.jpg/view/
http://www.supload.com/free/1-219433.jpg/view/
http://www.supload.com/free/3-472744.jpg/view/

It's not that bad.....

[Breeze]

Folks:

FYI I did get my Zcover black for a 60GB 5G. Unfortunately, my 60GB is STILL with Apple repair! :(

Although the front is quite the dust magnet, I kinda like the flap which closes off the dock connector.

My ONE worry: there's a white plastic fixture at the back which secures the belt clip. It MAY scratch up the back of the 5G. Although the clip CAN be removed.

[drpitt]

I just check my zcover, the white fixture is really soft one, totoally different from the plastic belt clip. No scratch at all since I have been using the case for about 10 days. Suppose such soft fixture is protecting the ipod from scratch.

Same to you. I like the clear color. So nice to fit my white 60gig ipod. Most silicone cases in black look so dusty.
Maybe try the blue one later.

[KnightRyderV]

just got my black one in the mail. looks pretty damn good and sturdy. although i still dont have my ipod yet, apple is really slow on my order, i placed the order Tuesday night and the site says its going to ship OUT on Monday! :( so i probably wont have it till the end of NEXT week, damn the temptation!

[laomj]

This is a long thread......

[chew63]

got a black one that I'm not gonna use if anyone is interested...just pm me. be glad to sell it on the cheap.

[Scarpad]

I have a black one on order what don't you like about it?

[chew63]

Originally posted by Scarpad
I have a black one on order what don't you like about it?

it collects lint easily (just a small gripe, really), I'm not crazy about the opaque black, and I think the click wheel is made harder to use with it. Of course that's just my opinion...There are some people here who really seem to lke it.

It does protect it very well though...

[ipaqman]

i have the clear case for my 5g 60 black and before i put my ipod in the case i wanted to know if the screen protector scratches the screen on the ipod. does the skin itself scratch. also, does the screen protector move around when it is in your pocket.

thanks so much for all of your help.

thanks,
ipaqman

[Scarpad]

I'll be leaving my Brando Protector on it even when I put it in the Zcover

[chew63]

Originally posted by Scarpad
I'll be leaving my Brando Protector on it even when I put it in the Zcover

I had the Martin Fields cover on it while it was in the skin, so I don't know if it'd scratch without it...

[Louisville]

Do you think I'll be able to have my zCover on with my Speck clear see-through hard case?

[ipaqman]

i have the clear case for my 5g 60 black and before i put my ipod in the case i wanted to know if the screen protector scratches the screen on the ipod. does the skin itself scratch. also, does the screen protector move around when it is in your pocket.

thanks so much for all of your help.

thanks,
ipaqman

[misha24]

well I got the case clear for my 30g white 5g and I am not impressed with the area around the screen. since they shipped the card board cutout in side the cover itself it stretched the top portion of the case above the screen or should I say the top screen area. Anybody have this issue. I emailed them as soon as I put it on. We'll see how the customer service is. I do have the MF screen below it.

ps. the screen protector is nice but scratches easily inside.

Mike

[misha24]

Here is a small pick of the zcover case with the top portion that is kind of loose above the screen. They said they will send me another one but has anybody had this issue?

static.flickr.com/31/64220085_6ec056140b_o.jpg

[montydeno]

i just ordered one from a local online retailer here in UK, i hope it will not have the same problem.

[Electric mofo]

Which uk online retailer? I need to know

[Doc Evils]

Originally posted by Electric mofo
Which uk online retailer? I need to know

If you are from London, you should know this store..

http://www.microanvika.com/CGIBIN/PRIAMLNK.CGI?MP=GIN148&CNO=1&SEARCH=_5g60

[Electric mofo]

Oh them! :D I bought my Zcover from there store in Croydon, excellent shop. They always seem to have everything first

[misha24]

Originally posted by misha24
Here is a small pick of the zcover case with the top portion that is kind of loose above the screen. They said they will send me another one but has anybody had this issue?

static.flickr.com/31/64220085_6ec056140b_o.jpg

first its funny that I am quoting myself. I got a reply from Zcover support they said they are sending one overnight to me. Hopefully the one they send me will be better. I told them that probably the issue was with the cardboard pushing on the rubber piece and it not snapping back. I am surprised nobody else had any issues with the Zcover.

Mike

[matthewcinn]

maybe your just being too picky?

[montydeno]

Originally posted by Electric mofo
Which uk online retailer? I need to know

If you get it in the shops for less than £16.99, go get it! If not, try www.simplyipod.com.

[Burek]

Originally posted by matthewcinn
maybe your just being too picky?

First of all hi. This is my first post on forums. I don't think he is too picky. I have similar problem with my case that was ordered from easyipod site (UK). Upper part of the case (specially the upper edge above the screen area) is just too soft, bent upwards and not having that snug fit I was expecting from the case. I haven't even got the screen protector with rubber ring as it is stated on zCover website. I got one with four plastic nubs that have managed to make scratches (but not so large ones) on my iPod. Since the upper part of the case isn't keeping the screen protector in place, latter once can freely move and cause some damage, the extent of it depending on your luck of not touching the protector when taking out the iPod from your pocket.

I have had several iSkin cases and not a single one had this problem. What makes me sad is the fact that I really like the overall looks of the case. Silicon is harder than one used in iSkin cases and the scroll whell protecion is just great. I hope they can fix this and refund customers, or at least send them the explanation concerning the problem (I haven't got one yet). If not, I will leave my iPod in safe place untill Evo3 arrives.

Regards

PS. Sorry for my bad English.

[misha24]

Well I am getting my replacement based on their email on Friday. I will let you know on Friday if the zcover isa for the 30gb is the same or not. It would be interesting if both are the same. Or it could be the way the box them. After all these come out of molds and who knows the QA at zcover when they have alot of orders. Ship it out and then worry about it.

Mike

[drpitt]

I got zcove clear one for my 60gb. it fits excellent. I thought their product is great one.

suppose that so many iPod fans like it.

http://www.zcover.com/store/catalog/product_reviews_info.php?products_id=204&reviews_id=14

[drpitt]

Originally posted by drpitt
I got zcove clear one for my 60gb. it fits excellent. I thought their product is great one.

suppose that so many iPod fans like it.

http://www.zcover.com/store/catalog/product_reviews_info.php?products_id=204&reviews_id=14

http://www.zcover.com/store/catalog/product_reviews_info.php?products_id=204&reviews_id=18

[LiLMike67]

I received mine a few days ago, and I couldn't be happier. Using this cover along with the MF protector is a great combination. I have no issues with looseness anywhere around the screen or other parts of the iPod. I can put it in my pocket or let it move around loose in my book bag without any worries now. I will put up a few pictures when I can get a hold of my digi cam. I highly recommend this case.

[KnightRyderV]

i need to contact them to replace mine as well because i also have the bent top just above the screen, really annoying especially since i have the black case and the plastic around the screen protector is white (should be black for all colors) it stands out big time.

[Burek]

Did you all received screen protector with rubber ring or one with plastic nubs underneath?

[KnightRyderV]

mine has a rubber ring around the whole protector.

[Burek]

Originally posted by KnightRyderV
mine has a rubber ring around the whole protector.

Do you find the rubber ring helping in keeping the protector "in place"?

Thanks!

[lobotomy]

Does anyone know how much the zcover comes out to after shipping???

[misha24]

for regular shipping ground it will be 38.45 to US . It took 8 days to the east coast.

Mike

[lobotomy]

OK thanks

[KnightRyderV]

Originally posted by Burek
Do you find the rubber ring helping in keeping the protector "in place"?

Thanks!

i guess it does keep the protector in place because i've never noticed it moving.

[LiLMike67]

The case itself actually is modeled to integrate the screen protector. The edges around the screen are slightly less thick underneath the surface, allowing space for the screen guard to be placed in there. The edges of the protector meet seamlessly with the thicker skin surrounding the rest of the body of the iPod. So, I'd say the rubber around the screen simply helps it fit tightly into its intended portion, for there really is no room for the screen protector to slide around or get knocked out of place.

[jever98]

Hi there,

just got myself a 60GB model and enjoy it a lot. Mostly use it in the dock and only take it out of the house very rarely.

Here's my question: are any of the silicone cases made it a way that I can keep the ipod in the case whilst its in the universal dock? Or will I always have to remove the pod from its case to use the dock?

Thanks for the help,

Jever

[laomj]

I ordered my Original Ice Clear zCover for my black 5G on November 30th. While it took 2 days to get here the wait was worth it. The fit is fantastic as the holes in the zCover line up absolutely perfect with the holes in the iPod. The hard screen protector is a really nice perk as well - something no other company provides like zCover. I read a review complaining about the click wheel not be as tactile sensitive with the zCover on. Maybe a little less sensitive, I think the response from the click wheel is improved with the addition of the zCover. The product is so good I just ordered a Duo Nano pack for a Christmas present. rated A.

[lobotomy]

I finaly got mine, but it was the wrong size.
Aparrently this happened to alot of people, and my new one should be here soon.

[YJ2k2]

A bit of warning, my zCover is great but the screen protector is pretty scratched. At least it doesn't shimmer the screen too much.

[drpitt]

I tried the adhesive stuff on the screen, and I really hated it. so sticky and not that crystal.

I got zCover case and their screen pretector is awesome.
It just gives the extra protection for the most vulnerale iPod screen. Fits easily sitting firmly once positioned, the silicone case sits nicely arond the screen protector. Viewing is also crystal clear, a nice addition to give the best protection you desire. If you want to protect your screen, this case is in a class of its own protection-wise.

I bought their duet blue case for my 60gb ipod at their booth in Mac show. so simple and show the beauty of my ipod. The two-tone is very cool! Of course save the shipping cost and get an on-show discount as well. Looks so sweet.

[iLOVEipod]

Is there anywhere I can get the zCover without ordering online? ie: best buy or somewhere? it seems that only the best buys in canada carry them.

[laomj]

my friend got a black zcover from Apple store.

[iMonster]

http://www.zcover.com/zCover_Product_iPod_G5_Tough.htm

ROFL can you say speck toughskin rip off? that's funny ^_^

does protect the click wheel though.. but doesn't have the cute tire effect :P

[kankles]

the zcover looks really good, but has anyone looked at the loop g5 case? i havent seen any pics and it looks fairly similar to the z cover.

[ccutlip]

PLEASE SOMEONE tell me whether this case will allow my 30GB iPod 5G to dock in my Logitech mm50 speakers without taking it off? Even if it's thin enough to fit, does the dock connector fully connect? Can someone post pictures if it does work?