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Golla vs. Otterbox Defender in iPhone 4 BJJ Death Match -- Amazing Case [give away]

By , Wednesday, Aug 4, 2010 at 9:00 am
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If you had to go into a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu death match with your precious iPhone 4, which case would you be better off taking with you -- the Golla Stunt Pouch or Otterbox Defender? Soft, plush fabric with the security of a magnetic flap and belt loop, or hard plastic beneath flexible silicone in a easy on, easy off holster? That's the challenge they put to me and my husband, Antony in the debut episode of TiPb's Amazing Case, our hardcore, case vs case tests of strength, durability, and performance.

We figure if either -- or both -- of these cases can survive being slammed to the mats, rolled on and over, pinned and punished, then they can survive pretty much whatever normal, day-to-day use throws at them.

Follow on after the jump for the tale of the tape, and the give-away!

Golla Stunt Case for iPhone 4

Golla Stunt is perfectly named for the stunts we're pulling in TiPb's Amazing Case. It's a side-loader and claims durable fabric and a magnetic flap that'll keep your iPhone 4 secure and scratch-free. The belt loop, while harder to take on and off, also means it'll stay on until it's ripped off. There's also a zippered pocket inside for your credit cards, ID, cash, gym membership, or hospital card (depending how the stunt ends!). And if the dark tones of the Stunt don't knock you out, there are a ton of other colors and styles to choose from.

  • Soft materials
  • Fun and trendy patterns and colors
  • Large belt loop
  • Magnetic closure

Otterbox Defender for iPhone 4

The Otterbox Defender is rugged in the rock-em-sock-em tradition, and promises protection from drops, bumps, dust, and shock. The screen is covered, the casing is covered, even the buttons and ports are covered. The silicone outer skin and the hard plastic shell are a one-two punch of protection, and notched inside its holster, it clips, it swivels, and it secures your iPhone to your belt yet lets you snap it off in an instant when needed.

  • Layer 1: Thermal formed protective clear membrane. Protects keypad against scratching, as well as dust intrusion (layer optional depending on the level of protection desired)
  • Layer 2: Hi-impact polycarbonate shell for an added guard against drops and shocks
  • Layer 3: High quality silicone skin to absorb bump and shock
  • Full access to all keys, ports and functions

Fight! (And give-away!)

Check out the video above to see the results of our Golla Stunt Pouch and Otterbox Defender Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu death-match, then head on over to the TiPb iPhone 4 accessory store, find your favorite Golla bag (they've got tons of styles) and paste the link in the comments below. We'll pick a couple of you and send you Golla bags of your very own. (Make sure you leave a valid email address so we can contact you if you win). US mailing address required.

Are you ready? (Are you ready?) Bring it!

Georgia

Senior Editor at iMore, psychotherapist, 2x Canadian Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion, co-host of iPhone & iPad Live and ZEN and TECH.

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  1. Pnut says:

    Golla Gavin Phone Wallet looks like JUST what I've been looking for!! Even has a real cool style:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm

  2. Robin says:

    I would really like the Golla Stunt Pouch http://store.tipb.com/golla-stunt-pouch/4A193A5342.htm

  3. Patrick says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm this one seems cool, the side loader seem to be dying off with these cases

  4. Claudine Perez says:

    Purple Part# A6809 Mnf# G735 In Stock

  5. dave k says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-hasty-smart-bag/4A193A6819.htm

    i would give this to my wife. she getting a new iphone and i pray that nothing happens to it, she is pretty rough with her phones and really needs a good tough case. thanks!

  6. Mercer says:

    I like this one, need it.

  7. Ben Grimm says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-stunt-pouch/4A193A5342.htm Got to be sheek when I am doing my stunt on my bike with the sweet pegs , lucky .

  8. Jeremy F says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-blaze-smart-bag/4A193A6815.htm

    Looks great for throwing on a backpack and hitting the trail.

  9. BTW, you should put a Nutshell case into this match. Any company with website called tuff-as-nuts with a testimonial from a motorcycle rider who slid across asphalt while his case protected a very important piece of anatomy deserves a shot at the champ! BTW, you guys do the best giveaways :)

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-hasty-smart-bag/4A193A6819.htm

  10. J.S. says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm

    Georgia looks great I must say. I'm assuming she's not part of the giveaway. :)

  11. Diane D says:

    I would like to have a Golla bag...all look awesome, but I would chose the Golla Gavin Phone wallet

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm

    Thanks for the opportunity to win a Golla Case/bag!!!!

  12. thomas b says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-stunt-pouch/4A193A5342.htm

    Was planning on buying this anyways!!!!

  13. Patricia says:

    I would love to have the Golla Cut Wallet in Black, http://store.tipb.com/golla-cut-phone-wallet/4A193A7032.htm

  14. Ord says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-blaze-smart-bag/4A193A6815.htm

    If these cases can survive Georgia & Antony they'll still be here after the sun goes nova!

  15. Euge says:

    Great video! Yay giveaways are awesome! If I win I'd like this case:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-sabine-smart-bag/4A193A6808.htm

  16. Steven says:

    Forget the cases. Im impressed with the talent she has. Good arm bars

  17. JennDillman says:

    My husband used the Defender case on his last iphone because of work. His new phone doesn't need that but he does need something like the Golla bag with his new job!

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm

  18. Chris says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm

    Always looking forward to your news... Specially the ones from Puerto Rico ;) Hey we are part of the US and this story made apple restore our orders!

    Take care

  19. Dan says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-link-smart-bag/4A193A7029.htm

    Yeah, the Link smart bag is the one for me. Cool!

  20. james thomas says:

    please help me leave me wallet at home!

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-link-smart-bag/4A193A7029.htm

  21. Craig says:

    I like horizontal cases for my phones, like this one: http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm

  22. Roamingrican says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm is the best looking sideloader available for men!

  23. Farmdreads says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-blaze-smart-bag/4A193A6815.htm

    This one is by far my favorite. Lovin the give aways tipb!

  24. Zach says:

    This video is great, especially what happened between 2:00 -2:03. Looks like the guy was totally unprepared for that.

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm This seems very nice to me, thanks.

  25. James T. Kirk says:

    I hate to troll, if that's what this is. But seriously....

  26. Cobra5mil says:

    Another vote for the Golla Gavin. I like the horizontal layout and the interesting design on the front.

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm

  27. Raphael Salgado says:

    I'm really liking the style on this top-loader.

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-hasty-smart-bag/4A193A6819.htm

    Good luck to everyone!

  28. nick r says:

    I'm glad there is a quality case that doesn't scratch your iPhone itself. http://store.tipb.com/golla-gavin-phone-wallet/4A193A6818.htm

  29. Paul says:

    Took a while to get through traffic, hopefully worth the wait :)

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-blaze-smart-bag/4A193A6815.htm

  30. Terrible comparison, not very funny. Already have an OtterBox on it's way to me, so I'll have this one: http://store.tipb.com/golla-ray-slim-mobile-bag/4A193A6827.htm

  31. Manuel says:

    Hey, Georgia was awesome and if I win I want this case. http://store.tipb.com/golla-sabine-smart-bag/4A193A6808.htm

    She rocks all the videos!!! She hilarious!!!!

  32. bradley says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-ray-slim-mobile-bag/4A193A6827.htm

    I like this one. Thanks for the chane to win something, and also thanks for all of the great information you provide me with. :]

  33. BillyB says:

    Like the vid. I totally disagree with Anthony and anyone else. The Otterbox case is a great looking case. So what, it's a little bulky. But it's still thinner than the previous one made for 3G. Otterbox is a very stylish case that was very well done.

  34. Justin says:

    http://store.tipb.com/golla-blaze-smart-bag/4A193A6815.htm

    It kind of reminds me of a black kevlar jacket and might match a couple of black shirts I own!

    Thanks TiPb!

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