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The 5 best phone cases for the new Samsung Galaxy S24
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The brand new Samsung Galaxy S24 smartphone just debuted, and it’s a gorgeous phone, so if you’ve happened to bring one home, there’s no doubt you want to keep it as nice as possible for as long as you can.
It’s also a pricey investment. The base Samsung Galaxy S24 model alone starts at $800. Add other options, like a fast charger and a charging cable, and you could be spending upwards of $100 more before it’s all said and done.
If you’re going to spend that much on your phone, you might as well make sure you aren’t letting it get scratched up. That’s why we’ve curated our picks for the best Samsung Galaxy S24 cases you can buy right now.
The 5 best phone cases for the Samsung Galaxy S24
OtterBox Defender Series
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You bought an expensive phone, so you want some serious protection. Look no further than the OtterBox Defender Series. This rugged yet stylish case more than lives up to its reputation for durability,
It can endure up to five times as many drops as the military standard. It has a comfortable grip and raised edges to keep your phone even safer from drops and scratches.
Port covers block out dust and dirt. And it comes with a handy holster that clips to your belt or bag, doubling as a hands-free kickstand for your phone.
Don’t sleep on the fact that it’s also equipped with an antimicrobial additive to prevent germs, so you don’t have to worry about icks on the case exterior.
Overall, it’s a fantastic case that straddles the line between style and function. And your phone isn’t going anywhere, most importantly.
Urban Armor Monarch Kevlar case
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For the active, adventurous type, the Urban Armor Monarch Kevlar case is the perfect heavy-duty option for your new Samsung Galaxy S24. This rugged case is engineered to handle hardcore impacts and drops — even more so versus your average phone case.
Its multi-layer construction starts with a shock-absorbent core, reinforced by an armor frame and Kevlar material — yes, the type of material that bulletproof vests are made of. It also includes a tough polycarbonate shell, alloy metal hardware, and a rubber insert to help absorb the force of any drops or damage.
It has traction grip, oversized tactile buttons, and lanyard anchors so you can keep it with you, no matter what you get up to. All this, and it still supports wireless charging and manages to remain stylish.
Case-Mate Pelican Voyager clear case
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If you like a clear phone case, the Case-Mate Pelican Voyager clear case should be your first choice.
It shields your phone from everyday bumps and drops, boasting an 18-foot drop protection backed by dual layers of impact-resistant material. And did we mention you can see through it? That’s half the allure right there.
If you’re worried about yellowing, this clear case is made specifically to resist that annoying problem. Plus, it features antimicrobial and anti-scratch coatings for better overall peace of mind and durability. And it comes with a holster, so you can keep it by your side easily.
You get the best of a few different worlds with the Pelican Voyager clear case. You get to see how your phone looks and show it off with the clear plastic construction, but at the same time make sure nothing is going to mar your pricey new device. Win-win!
Bellroy leather case
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If you love the elegance and simplicity of leather and want to wrap your phone in it, a Bellroy leather case is a great option. As an official “Designed for Samsung” product, it’s made specifically to fit the S24’s sleek profile, with a super slim design that fits Samsung’s high standards.
Crafted from high-quality, eco-tanned leather, this case feels like butter in the hand and is an absolute dream to hold. The Bellroy leather case also has aluminum buttons and protective polymer edges for better durability. It’s lined with soft microfiber interior to make sure your phone is cradled within.
The slim, sleek fit and the high-quality leather already make this case a must-have. But add wireless charging capability and you’ll be wondering why you never had a Bellroy-branded leather case before.
Spigen Liquid Air case
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Want a slim, low-profile case for your Galaxy S24 phone but don’t want to break the bank? Check out the super reliable, but very affordable, Spigen Liquid Air case. This stylish option mixes practical yet sleek design with no-nonsense protection and doesn’t compromise just because it’s a little cheaper.
Its geometric pattern is more than just good looks. It’s meant to improve your grip so your phone stays secure in hand. It has military-grade drop protection thanks to Spigen’s Air Cushion technology. Plus, its raised edges protect the screen and camera from scratches even if you’re the type of person to put it down harshly.
The case retains full wireless charging and PowerShare compatibility. It’s a fraction of the cost of other cases out there, including the ones we’ve recommended, but it also goes in and out of stock quickly. If you want a budget-priced case that’s still capable of keeping your phone looking good? This one is your best bet by far.
What should you look for in a phone case?
Choosing the right phone case can be tricky with so many options out there. Here are a few key factors to consider when picking one out.
Look for durable materials like silicone or polycarbonate that provide good shock absorption, especially around the corners and edges. Bumpers are always a nice addition. Military-grade and drop-tested cases offer enhanced protection you can trust as well.
Make sure the case won’t interfere with your phone’s best features. Check for wireless charging compatibility, camera and port access and button sensitivity.
Consider the grip, too. Cases with textured surfaces reduce the risk of drops and spills. And choose a design that fits your personal style if you can. Most big name cases only come in basic color choices, but transparent cases show off your device, and colorful patterns can be a fun choice, too. Screen protection is also good if you can get it. Raised edges keep your display scratch-free when you put it face down.
Go for a case that doesn’t add too much bulk or weight. Look at brands with solid reputations and warranties for quality and peace of mind.
It’s been said the best meals come from the heart, not from a recipe book. But at this USDA kitchen, there’s no pinch of this, dash of that, no dollops or smidgens of anything. Here, nutritionists in white coats painstakingly measure every single ingredient, down to the tenth of a gram.
Sheryn Stover is expected to eat every crumb of her pizza; any tiny morsels she does miss go back to the kitchen, where they’re scrutinized like evidence of some dietary crime.
Stover (or participant #8180, as she’s known) is one of some 10,000 volunteers enrolled in a $170 million nutrition study run by the National Institutes of Health. “At 78, not many people get to do studies that are going to affect a great amount of people, and I thought this was a great opportunity to do that,” she said.
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It’s called the Nutrition for Precision Health Study. “When I tell people about the study, the reaction usually is, ‘Oh, that’s so cool, can I do it?'” said coordinator Holly Nicastro.
She explained just what “precise” precisely means: “Precision nutrition means tailoring nutrition or dietary guidance to the individual.”
The government has long offered guidelines to help us eat better. In the 1940s we had the “Basic 7.” In the ’50s, the “Basic 4.” We’ve had the “Food Wheel,” the “Food Pyramid,” and currently, “My Plate.”
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They’re all well-intentioned, except they’re all based on averages – what works best for most people, most of the time. But according to Nicastro, there is no one best way to eat. “We know from virtually every nutrition study ever conducted, we have inner individual variability,” she said. “That means we have some people that are going to respond, and some people that aren’t. There’s no one-size-fits-all.”
The study’s participants, like Stover, are all being drawn from another NIH study program called All Of Us, a massive undertaking to create a database of at least a million people who are volunteering everything from their electronic health records to their DNA. It was from that All of Us research that Stover discovered she has the gene that makes some foods taste bitter, which could explain why she ate more of one kind of food than another.
Professor Sai Das, who oversees the study at Tufts University, says the goal of precision nutrition is to drill down even deeper into those individual differences. “We’re moving away from just saying everybody go do this, to being able to say, ‘Okay, if you have X, Y and Z characteristics, then you’re more likely to respond to a diet, and somebody else that has A, B and C characteristics will be responding to the diet differently,'” Das said.
It’s a big commitment for Stover, who is one of 150 people being paid to live at a handful of test sites around the country for six weeks – two weeks at a time. It’s so precise she can’t even go for a walk without a dietary chaperone. “Well, you could stop and buy candy … God forbid, you can’t do that!” she laughed.
While she’s here, everything from her resting metabolic rate, her body fat percentage, her bone mineral content, even the microbes in her gut (digested by a machine that essentially is a smart toilet paper reading device) are being analyzed for how hers may differ from someone else’s.
Nicastro said, “We really think that what’s going on in your poop is going to tell us a lot of information about your health and how you respond to food.”
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Stover says she doesn’t mind, except for the odd sounds the machine makes. While she is a live-in participant, thousands of others are participating from their homes, where electronic wearables track all kinds of health data, including special glasses that record everything they eat, activated when someone starts chewing. Artificial intelligence can then be used to determine not only which foods the person is eating, but how many calories are consumed.
This study is expected to be wrapped up by 2027, and because of it, we may indeed know not only to eat more fruits and vegetables, but what combination of foods is really best for us. The question that even Holly Nicastro can’t answer is, will we listen? “You can lead a horse to water; you can’t make them drink,” she said. “We can tailor the interventions all day. But one hypothesis I have is that if the guidance is tailored to the individual, it’s going to make that individual more likely to follow it, because this is for me, this was designed for me.”
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Story produced by Mark Hudspeth. Editor: Ed Givnish.
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