The Nokia 5800 is a great smartphone and we’ve had great fun getting to grips with the device itself, testing out the camera and even giving a few pointers about the touchscreen.
However, the one thing we keep getting asked is, ‘Should I get a case for it?’ We’ve found you don’t really need one to protect the screen itself but if you’re thinking of carrying it around as part of your mobile kit, then protection is always a good idea.
With that in mind, we’ve brought together a host of cases for the Nokia 5800, so there is bound to be one that suits you.
The Nokia 5800 has been designed to be tough. After all, this isn’t a business tool, it’s a mass-market product that needs to meet the needs of those who like to do extreme sports, right down to the needs of the extreme shopper. While a basic slip comes in the box, most people like to be a little different and get hold of something more suitable. With this in mind, we’ve brought together some of the best Nokia 5800 carry cases around.
If, like us, you’re more than happy with the screen as it is, and simply want to add a silcone skin to add a little more protection when it accidentally bounces out of the hand, then we’ve rounded a few of those up too.
This is a pretty nifty leather case that comes with a 'Screen Saver System'. Apparently, this uses a sheet of rigid, lightweight aircraft grade Aluminium to line the case, so your Nok is tightly wrapped. This makes it more likely to survive any serious knock or impact shock. At £26.38, it's not the cheapest of cases but it's a solid and reliable design from a well-respected brand.
Nokia 5800 Xpress Music Professional Black Flip Leather Case [etech-5800]
This is another flip-top desin but at less than £10 is a good deal cheaper than the Proporta version. That said, this is simply a leather slipcase and lacks the same degree of aluminium lining. It has a cut-away design so you can still tap away at the screen with ease and there is even a slot in the lid for a spare memeory card.
U-Bop Full-Body Transparent PolySHELL "Twin-Pack" For Nokia 5800 Express
The name may well be the longest in living history but it sums up what you’re getting for your £7. This is a clear plastic shell for your Nok that apparently acts as an ‘invisible shield’ for your Nok. It’s a snap-on cover that your 5800 sits inside and because it’s tough it’ll withstand a fair degree of punishment.
Silicone skin
If the idea of a full case is a little extreme you can still add extra protection with a silicone skin, a rubber coating that adds extra bounce to the 5800 should you drop it.
Silicone Case Skin Protector Cover for Nokia 5800
This skin is sky blue, so not the most fetching of colours but it’s cheap, less than £2, and should give your Nok a solid grip, ideal if you plan to use it in slippy conditions.
Nokia 5800 Tube Xpress Music Clear Silicone Skin Case [Skin-5800 C]
At £4, this is a slightly more heavy-duty skin and being white is a little more pleasing on the eye than the above one. As it’s a tight fit, it won’t add to the bulk of your 5800, which is always a good thing. However, we find with silicone skins that they always feel odd in your pocket, so better suited for those who want to drop their Nok in a bag.
A fantastic source for silicone skins, as well as other cases is Amazon. Well worth checking out as they have the best range we’ve seen so far!