Yet as soon as you try to use the case on a packed subway, you’ll be grateful for their support. The grip sections on the rear detract a little from the sleek and stylish nature of the overall design, adding an almost industrial look to it. The slim design of the Commuter case also makes it easy to slide into the pocket of your jeans or coat. This design adds a slight heft to your device, but the impact is minor and doesn’t interfere with how you use or hold the phone. Instead of lying flush against the display, the case has raised edges around the screen and the camera mount to protect the glass from damage. This case also has added grips on the rear and hinged covers that protect the jacks and ports from dust and lint in your pockets.

This rating means it can withstand three times as many drops as the military testing standard (MIL-STD-810G 516.6). Though it’s such a thin case, it crams in DROP+ 3X protection. The Commuter Series case from OtterBox is ready for on-the-go use for iPhone 13 owners.

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