Product Review: Beyza & Vaja iPod Touch Cases

Published: Monday - January 14, 2008 Words by Anne van de Sande

When the iPod Touch madness began, the entire commercial world -- expect for Apple that is -- identified a gap in the market for accessories. Right now it's raining headphones, travel sets, FM transmitters and cases for the latest iPod design. Everything is possible in the domain of cases. From standard to personalized, from plastic Walmart protection to cotton knitted socks and exclusive $300 Vuitton designs. The most unthinkable designs are available, but only few manage to answer the most important expectations when buying a case: style, comfort and protection. Ballerstatus selected two outstanding brands from the segment leather goods that meet all criteria; Beyza and Vaja.

Beyza

Beyza iPod Touch case Photo: Beyza Cases

The iPod Touch cases are available in different colors and textures in 47 variants, subdivided into 4 series:

Slimline Series: a small, perfectly fitted case with an access point on the bottom to connect the iPod to the computer or charger. A compact design that can easily be put in a pocket or jacket, but could be damaged easily, since the top of the case is exposed.

Multi-flip Series: multiple openings in the leather provide access to all functions of the iPod Touch. This case has a removable belt clip system and flap, which is secured with a hidden magnet closure.

UniSR-MN Series: provides versatility in use. A strong leather belt clip allows the user to attach the case to a belt. The earphones port is accessible at all times, while the computer port is not.

SkinSR Series: the iPod Touch screen is unprotected in this case, which allows the user to instantly access the menu. Might be a pain when the iPod, since the screen can be damaged easily.
The only small negative aspect about the Beyza cases is the fact that the company logo is overexposed. While the logo is engraved on the front of the case, the company name is written on its back. A small logo would have been enough, since brand names hardly play a role in the decision making process of a case.

Beyzas cases are available online at BeyzaCases.com.