Cody Lee

Cody Lee, iDownloadBlog.com’s longest-serving Editor, joined the site in 2008. He specializes in uncovering the best deals on Apple products, apps, and accessories. With years of experience in technology journalism, Cody helps readers save money while staying informed about the latest trends and updates in the Apple ecosystem. Cody’s history with smartphones goes almost as far back as he does. As the son of a Nokia employee, he was exposed early on to handsets like the N91 and the Communicator. He has since been involved in nearly every aspect of the mobile phone industry. While going to college, he worked at a Nokia factory, building handsets, and later moved on to a sales position at a major wireless carrier.

The best ultra-thin cases for the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max

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In the market for a thin, minimal case for your new iPhone XS or XS Max? iDB has you covered. We've put together a roundup of what we believe are the best ultra-thin cases available for Apple's new handsets with options that are inexpensive, feature very little branding, and are so thin you'll forget they're there.

The best rugged cases for iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max

Although Apple has taken major steps to make the iPhone XS more durable, it’s still a $1,000 smartphone that’s mostly all screen. With this in mind, you may consider protecting the device with a case. For this particular roundup we're going to be looking at cases meant to protect your device from dirt, drops and other harsh conditions. Here are the best rugged cases for iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max.

The best cases for the iPhone XS Max

If you've pre-ordered an iPhone XS Max, or are planning to pick one up at some point, you're going to want to strongly consider picking up a case. I don't care how good the phone looks without one, you're talking about a $1,100+ gadget that is completely covered in glass. The good news is, there are plenty of case options available for Apple's new 6.5-inch handset, and we've done the hard work so you don't have to. Below is our roundup of the best iPhone XS Max cases, with options for just about everyone's taste, lifestyle and budget.

Upgrading to iPhone Xs via Apple’s Upgrade Program? Here is what you need to know

This will be my first year upgrading to the new iPhone as a member of Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program. Say what you want about the poor economics of the 'leasing' model, but with no need to list my old phone on eBay or fork over $1,000+, this may be one of my most stress-free iPhone upgrades ever. That being said, there are a few things worth noting if you're planning to upgrade to the new iPhone Xs or Xs Max using Apple's Upgrade Program.