7 Cases That Do More Than Protect Your iPhone

You already know you need a case to protect your phone from accidental drops and bumps, but did you know the right case can do so much more? Whether you want your case to perform double duty as a wallet or help keep your precious photos private, we’ve rounded up seven cases that go above and beyond protection. Some are available now, while others are coming before the end of the year.

1. iFrogz Charisma Case

For those days when you don’t want to carry a purse but need a credit card and driver’s license or ID, the iFrogz Charisma iPhone 6 case has you covered. It’s made of soft silicone in fun, bright colors like purple and pink. Inside the case is a secret wallet compartment where you can fit three credit cards in separate slots. A built-in mirror on the opposite side accommodates a quick lipstick check after lunch.

Price: $29.99 for iPhone 6 cases on Amazon and for iPhone 6 Plus cases on Amazon

2. Pong Case

The Pong case not only boosts signal strength with its next-gen antenna technology, it also helps reduce your radiation exposure from the phone. It does this by redirecting wireless energy away from your head and body for a reduction of up to 89% below safety limits, according to the company, which verified its findings in FCC-certified labs.

The Pong case protects your phone as well as protecting you, offering drop protection for up to four to six feet in the Sleek and Rugged case styles.

Price: Starting at $51.90 for iPhone 5/5S cases on Amazon; $49.99 for iPhone 6 cases on Amazon; $69.99 for iPhone 6 Plus cases (available starting Nov 17) on Amazon

3. Vysk EP1 Everyday Privacy Case

The Vysk Everyday Privacy Case protects your phone and its contents with an encrypted text and photo gallery app. This stealthy case looks stylish in colors like gold, red, blue and black, as it guards against cyberthieves who might remotely access your camera and texts. The case protects your data with the help of an app that encrypts your texts and photos. And if sending all those texts drains your phone’s battery too quickly, the Vysk case’s built-in, rechargeable 3200mAh battery provides a 120% boost to your battery power.

Price: $119 for iPhone 5/5S cases from vysk.com (iPhone 6 cases coming soon)

4. Incipio Highland Folio

Incipio’s Highland Folio is a thin case with a rigid front cover and brushed aluminum finish that protects in style, with colors like gold and pink. Its built-in rear kickstand is a great addition for anyone who likes to watch videos or show demos on the new, larger iPhone. There’s a slot on the inside cover for you to stash a credit card or ID.

Price: $39.99 for iPhone 5/5S cases on Amazon; Starting at $32.18 for iPhone 6 cases on Amazon; $39.99 for iPhone 6 Plus cases (shipping in 1 to 4 months) on Amazon

5. Boostcase Crossbody Wallet Case

The fashion-forward folio case from Boostcase turns your iPhone into a stylish shoulder bag with a soft leather wallet and suede base. Tuck a credit card, some cash and an ID into the card slots on the inside of the folio, snap your phone in on the other side and secure your precious cargo with the snap enclosure. The Crossbody shoulder chain is detachable in case you want to carry the phone like a clutch, and the extra outer pocket on the back is perfect for quickly stashing receipts or a metro card.

Price: $99.95 for iPhone 5/5S cases on Amazon

6. ChargeAll Battery Case

We all know it’s nearly impossible to get through a full day on a single iPhone charge. The ChargeAll case doubles as a backup battery, so you never run out of power. Its 2400mAh battery lets you recharge whenever you need, providing enough power to more than double the life of your phone’s charge. Its slim profile doesn’t add much bulk to your sleek new phone, and its protection is spot on, with a two-piece design and raised bumpers that guard against accidental drops and scratches. The ChargeAll is available in colors including blue, pink, green, red and purple and ships in December.

Price: $59.99 for iPhone 6 cases at chargeall.com

7. HoldTight Case

If your needs change on a daily basis, get a phone case that you can personalize to meet those needs. Perhaps you want to stow earbuds to take to the gym, then tuck away some cash for a smoothie after your workout or store your metro card for a trip to a business meeting. The HoldTight comes with seven interchangeable bands in a variety of colors. You choose the case color as well as the color of the bands and then stretch them to whatever configuration you want. The website offers design suggestions with names like “The Music Lover,” “The College Kid,” or “Paper or Plastic.” You can also watch a video of the HoldTight in action.

Price: $29.99 for iPhone 5/5S cases and $34.99 for iPhone 6 cases (ships at end of year) at felix.com