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Clear-Coat for Macbook Pro Install & Review

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Overall: 9 out of 10
Pros: Super easy installation, cut a little smaller than top and bottom of Macbook Pro to give you some wiggle room, very clear, Lifetime warranty, 45 Day Money Back Guarantee.
Cons: All pieces are on one sheet so to comfortably manage them you need to cut them part so you can handle them independently, only 1 unit of application solution included.
Overall: The Clear Coat full body protection for the Macbook Pro is a relatively easy install but you do really need to take you time to get it just right. I would like to see a second bottle of solution included for $49.99 for the full body application.  I think it would also be beneficial if a scarp piece of film maybe 4″x4″ so the installer can “practice” before applying the actual product.  This would help the not so seasoned installer feel comfortable with how the film will react under certain conditions.

Check out the Macbook Pro Skin and all of the Clear-Coat offerings.

Clear-Coat for iPhone 4

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Overall: 9 out of 10
Pros: Super easy installation, no cloudiness that needs to fade, very clear, Lifetime warranty, 45 Day Money Back Guarantee.
Cons: Only includes one complete set for $24.95, fingerprint magnet.
Overall: The Clear Coat full body protection for the iPhone 4 is a super easy installation that looks great the moment it is installed. I would like to see a second shield included for $24.99. This would help the not so seasoned installer feel comfortable knowing if they mess up they have another shot at perfection.

Check out the iPhone 4 Skin and all of the Clear-Coat offerings.

SlickWraps Leather and Glow for iPad2 & iPhone 4

Overall: 8 out of 10
Pros: Real Leather, installs easy. Glow material is bright
Cons: Leather pulled away from sticky material/Glow material scuffs up easily
Overall: I love the Leather series, the smell, texture and look is in a class of it’s own.  The leather installs easily and advertises as removable and re-useable.  The glow series covers the entire phone with photoluminescent material that is thick and glows brightly.  Although it scuffs up easy, it definitely gets attention and looks great.  Has a chalky feel, but is also very thick and durable to protect the iPhone.

id-America Cushi Soft Foam pad for iPhone 4

Rating: 8 out of 10
Pros: Offers really slim protection for your iPhone 4. Has a really cool design on the soft foam pad and many cool designs to choose from. Really easy to apply onto iPhone. Very affordable.
Cons: Does not protect sides. No drop protection.
Overall: This is possibly the slimmest possible way to protect your iPhone 4. It comes with the screen protector and Cushi soft foam pad. While it does not provide any drop protection or any protection for the side band, it does provide maximum scratch protection.

Check it out at id-America’s website.

iCarbons MacBook Pro and iPad 2 skins

Rating: 9 out of 10
Pros: Classy look, easy to install, leaves no sticky residue behind, great coverage/protection
Cons: Cannot be re-used
Overall: I love using decals to cover my devices.  It’s a great way to dress up your device and give it a unique look for less than most cases.  Although there isn’t much for drop protection, the thick 3M Vinyl Car Decals offer tons of scratch protection.  iCarbons also offer the Apple Smart Cover Decals, which is very unique and a great way to compliment your iCarbons covered device.  iCarbons are also great at covering up previous blemishes on your device.  They definitely stand out among the crowd. Head on over to iCarbons.com to see their full line of products for your mobile device needs.

Wrapsol Ultra EXTREME test and review for iPhone

Rating: 10 out of 10
Pros: Clear skin covers the device completely and offers drop protection.  Easy dry apply (no water)
Cons: Cannot use with certain cases.
Overall: Great way to protect your devices while keeping it natural looking.  If you like the way your iPhone, iPad or MacBook looks without a case, but want to protect the finish?  Then the Wrapsol Ultra is the product for you.  Adds a bit of a shine, but otherwise looks natural.  Installation is simple and easy with no water mess to worry about.  Make sure your device is clean and no lint gets under the skin.  Very thick material that offer drop protection.  In extreme instances it will even protect your device being pulled behind a car at 30 mph.

ZAGG Leatherskins for iPad 2 Smart Cover Enhancer

Rating: 9 out of 10
Pros: Great new installation process makes it simple.  Protects back of iPad 2.  Very thick material.
Cons: Doesn’t protect the sides completely
Overall: If your looking for the minimal bulk, but excellent protection for your iPad 2 then check out the ZAGG LEATHER-skins for $29.99.  The new LEATHER-skins are engineered to match the Apple Smart Covers and come in all the complimentary colors of Polyurethane and Leather.  New three pull tab design makes installation a snap, leaves no residue behind and protects from dings, dents and scratches.  Works great with the Smart cover and now matches perfectly adding extra grip without adding any bulk.

GelaSkins Norman Rockwell Edition

We have reviewed GelaSkins in the past and have been very happy with their product, but I wanted to bring to your attention a new line that peaked my attention. Norman Rockwell is an iconic American Artist that made The Saturday Evening Post famous and brings back fond memories of innocent times past.

Pick up your Norman Rockwell GelaSkins to put an original look on your device and rekindle a great time in American history. Click here to be directed to the GelaSkins website, drop a mere $14.95 and have your piece of Americana.

TheHiShop Kumokuno Skins

Rating: 8 out of 10
Pros: Cool designs, a bit thicker than a typical skin for more protection, conversation starter, works with many bumpers.
Cons: Expensive, limited designs, only for iPhone 4, not washable and reusable just reusable if you keep the back clean.
Overall: The Kumokuno Skins from TheHiShop are a different take on the typical skin. With a bit more “padding” for protection I am more comfortable rocking a bumper case with this type skin on the back of my iPhone. The downfalls are the limited design selection, not being washable, having to keep the back clean in order to remove and reapply and the high cost. With all the cons I still love the iPhone internals design and with a few design tweeks this could easily be rated a 10.

You can check out the Kumokuno skins by clicking here to be brought to TheHiShop website and get your skin for $20.95.