Rokbed v3, the most versatile iPhone case [review & giveaway]

By , Jul 18, 2012

Thinking of an iPhone case as just that – a case – is antiquated. Rokform, a 2012 CES design award nominee, has taken mobile accessories to the next level with a system of connected accessories, for your accessory. The system begins with the Rokbed v3 case for iPhone and expands from an attachable bottle opener to a camera stand.

With this review, we are excited to offer you the chance to win a Rokbed v3 Custom from Rokform! Check out the details below…

Design and Function

An injection molded polycarbonate frame is sturdy and rigid, offering protection from all six sides, while still allowing access to all ports, buttons, and SIM tray. The Rokbed is a two-piece, slider design, with the lower portion clicking into place, making it fairly difficult to separate the two pieces once attached. Preventing the case from slipping, the back side features a thermoplastic elastomer non-slip grip insert and is great for a car dashboard.

The reverse side is molded with the v3 accessory connection point, giving the case a life far beyond simple iPhone protection. The included accessory is the Remote Mounting System which is a puck-like device with a none-residue adhesive strip. Place the RMS on any surface and the v3 case will lock to the disc. The integrated system of accessories, however, is a much longer list of highly useful products.

v3 System

To begin, the Magnet Kit fits into the rubber non-slip grip on the back side of the case, easily making the case more versatile for the kitchen refrigerator or even the toolbox in the garage. A Tripod Adapter, locks into the v3 connection point to hold the iPhone steady for picture. To make sure your iPhone stays where it belongs during activities, lock the Sport Clip to a belt, bag, or pants pocket. If you constantly find yourself in need of a bottle opener, try the Rokmeister… or if you need a bottle opener and you are a golfer, the Rokmeister-Turf will suffice. Finally, if you are looking for an easy way to mount your v3 case to a non-metallic surface, pick up a Lil Rok.

Conclusion

The Rokbed v3 Custom ($49.00 at Rokform or $27 from Amazon) comes in an assorted variety of colors, which you can choose during the ordering process. As you can see, the case is much more than a protective accessory for iPhone; instead, the v3 line is a completely integrated set of connected accessories, each adding value to the foundation.

I have used a v3 case in the past thanks to my friends over at Rokform and greatly enjoyed its protection and versatility. With such a wide-variety of options, it is hard to say no to this purchase. Coming with a high recommendation, take the extra time to check out their entire line of quality products.

Pros:

  • 6-sided protection in a variety of color combinations
  • A complete line of accessories to compliment the case
  • Quality, MADE IN THE USA craftsmanship
  • Non-slip grip
  • Mount anywhere

Cons:

  • It is a very tight fit with some screen protectors
  • Will not fit all headphones or charging docks

Giveaway

What do you have to do to win?

In order to win the Rokbed v3 Custom:

A winner will be picked and contacted by Friday via Twitter DM.

Good luck to everyone, and thank you to our friends at Rokform for making this amazing giveaway possible.  Keep your eyes out for another upcoming Rokform giveaway on iDownloadBlog!

Winner announced!

And the winner is @weberg. A DM was sent to the winner with further instructions. We’re going to have another awesome giveaway soon so stay tuned!

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  • http://twitter.com/Rongmario Ethan Mahmood

    I would use it to use every feature! And show people it

  • http://www.facebook.com/joeklenk Joe Klenk

    Car mount and on bike

  • http://twitter.com/therealjdizzle Jason Masters

    Wonder if the new iPhone changes so dramatically all these cases will be obsolete ?

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000514380051 John Sklikas

    I would use it with my bike to count the distance I travel, via MotionX!

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1507068701 Jorit Studer

    I really like the argonomics and the style of this case, probably would use it daily not on weekends tho as I need battery case for long nights :p

  • http://twitter.com/iPhone_Gruru iPhone Master

    I would use it to protect my passion with an undieing protection at my cruel and ruthless job.

  • http://twitter.com/iphonejailbrea2 iphonejailbreak

    looks too big case for me :)

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1676593427 Morgaan Babcock

    The Rokbed v3 sounds awesome! I am a very sporty person and would use it when I go golfing with my friends or even when I go biking on the trail with my family. I would love to use it as well for my photography obsession! It would help me out a lot with making cool instagram pictures. Good luck everyone!

  • Falk M.

    Awesome concept, horrible design.

  • http://twitter.com/Adam_Deetz Adam Deetz

    I will use the Rokbed v3 Custom to protect my 2 tone 4S from damage

  • http://twitter.com/wrfosteriii William

    Would love to use this on my bike and mount on my car dash.

  • ali_plus

    Question: Are International Contestants allowed to participate?

    • JimGresham

      International contestants welcome!

  • Auriel Brownlie

    Replace my nicely warn ROKFORM !!! Come to Me baby

  • http://www.facebook.com/felipe.n.varas.5 Felipe Nuñez Varas

    This case is really amazing!! Well the first thing to do is recording the kids and all his crazy stuff, recording myself playing drums with the band, at the car, to hear all those hours and hours of music that i have, and of course protect my little baby 4s because is my life!!!

  • http://twitter.com/thiagooec Thiago Ezequiel

    i had never won anything

  • http://twitter.com/thiagooec Thiago Ezequiel

    first of all, to protect my iPhone hahaha but serously it seems like a nice protector!

  • http://www.facebook.com/zayn.jay.1 Zayn Jay

    im a hiker, so when i bike i just mount it, and when i climb , ill clip it on, and because there is NOO way it can break, its perfect for me!!! and as a tripod, its perfect case, what ive been looking for

  • http://twitter.com/Terhoence Terence Ho

    I would mount it on my bike when I go cycling.

  • http://twitter.com/mminoo49ers Mike Minoo

    Can’t wait to win this beautiful case so I good use it on my mountain bike and don’t need to pull out my phone every so often when i get lost. Thank you idownloadblog team for the opportunity.

  • http://www.facebook.com/gjantonini Joey Antonini

    I would use to view home improvement videos while I run around fixing all the things on my “honey-do” list ;-) lol.

  • http://twitter.com/djden2 Destro

    This will be the best accessory i would ever have if i win it.

  • http://www.facebook.com/salmanhmd Salman Hasan

    A great

  • http://twitter.com/abujawwad1 Mahmood

    A great accessory, loved it. Will do my photography job best.

  • http://twitter.com/SebPole Seb Pole

    I will use it for everything i need, to save my iPhone form getting broken, to make my life easier when out and about e.g. at the gym but most of all to ensure it doesn’t get broken. Thats if i win

  • http://www.facebook.com/mayankjain20 Mayank Jain

    I go out to a lot of meetups in the bay area and school visits for my splash math apps. I can flaunt it ;) and get some word out as well .. while i use it.

  • http://www.elemanonline.com/ Caner

    I would use it to protect my iPhone. Also magnet kit looks interesting.

  • OriDahan

    I would use it on my bike, so awesome!

  • MohzeenHansrod

    If I won the Rokbed case,

    I would use the tripod attachment, along with iDB’s iPhoneography lessons, to take my iPhone-taking photo skills to the next level. It will be awesome.

  • http://twitter.com/AflekBen Немања

    awesome case.
    sticking it to lots of places seems cool…

  • http://www.facebook.com/oscar.surfer Oscar Diaz

    i will use to finish my skateboarding movie!!

  • http://twitter.com/spalten Steven Spalten

    I would give it to my wife as she just got an iphone and needs a strong case just like this!

  • babybaby95

    I would use it for jogging, cycling and school purposes! Its cool! I love it! :)

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1652876984 Ivan Liew Kai Wen

    I think this is one of the best case if u are really like sports

  • http://twitter.com/adeeb458 Minhajuddin Adeeb

    I would definitely use it in my car !!

  • http://twitter.com/TDJP Tyler P

    I would use it as a case for my iPhone. Especially the bike mounting feature.

  • http://twitter.com/mhdfaran Mohammad Farhan

    the mounting thing on this case is simply awesome :D i want it :D

  • http://twitter.com/ta2dtj Tim Jones

    With the earth magnet, keep my phone on the fridge or filing cabinets and never lose my phone again!

  • http://twitter.com/1pH0ne4 Michael Ritz

    I need a really good iPhone case because my iPhone display is already 5 times broken after it flew down and it is now time for a good case. That’s why I need it

  • http://twitter.com/kylebshr Kyle Bashour

    I would use it to be awesome.
    to rule the world.
    to pursue happiness.
    to bike with.
    to hike with.
    I would use it to change the world.
    to pursue happiness.

  • http://twitter.com/djsteviemay Stevie May

    i would surgically put magnet under my skin so i can just have iPhone attached to me all the time and definitely use it as tripod and on the bike

  • http://twitter.com/_Raghed_ راغد*

    At first thank you for this amazing giveaway !
    and i will use it in my car to turn on music with headphones !

  • http://www.facebook.com/TebanRC Тёвѧи Яс

    Since I practice baseball I will use it to record my swings when at bat because I havent found any case that matches my tripod. And in the 10th inning (drinking time) I”ll use it to open the bottles of soda hehehe. Thx iDB & Rokform

  • http://twitter.com/iOSdowngrader Marc Derigs

    I would like to have this cool thing, because it’s a cool tool and i think it is robust, if i get i hope it holds longer than my 5 other Cases because the other are broken -.- but i would like to hold with this thing my iphone next to my pc at a wall.

  • http://twitter.com/iOSdowngrader Marc Derigs

    I would like to have this cool thing, because it’s a cool tool and i think it is robust, but i
    would like to hold with this thing my iphone next to my Notebook at a wall or at my tower pc

  • http://www.facebook.com/officialbengl Ben Garrett-Levine

    I work landscaping and this product would be great for certain tasks where I can attach the case securely to certain tools for optimal usage of my phone.

  • http://twitter.com/gamerdomey Tristan Lucero

    I would use mine to review it on my youtube channel! And to protect my phone from future damage so I can continue to make youtube videos! ;)

  • http://twitter.com/TristanlacleBMX Tristan Laclé

    totally use this for my car, in my room, definitely on my bike, pretty cool concept!

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1097060920 Anders Shakur Hatar

    i would use is for my tripod, so i can record my self on the golf course.

  • http://twitter.com/oneBurge Burge

    I would use it on my iPhone…

  • http://twitter.com/ShihabNasher shihab nasher

    I would use it at my work