Protect Against a Technology Break This Spring with OtterBox

FORT COLLINS, Colo., March 6, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- With warm weather on the horizon, everyone's mind wanders to time away and rewarding relaxation. The only worry should be whether sunscreen is packed and shades are nearby, not whether their smartphone is about to suffer a spring break. OtterBox^®, the No. 1 most-trusted case brand in smartphone protection, helps keep spring break carefree by shielding smartphones from the perils of travel.¹

With the OtterBox Preserver Series^™ waterproof phone case, smartphone users can take a dip in the ocean or hike up a backcountry trail with their phone in hand, ready to photograph or record those breathtaking moments. The slim, two-piece design is waterproof to 6.6 feet for 30 minutes and can endure drops up to 6.6 feet.²The built-in screen protector guards against scratches yet maintains full touch screen sensitivity, while removable port covers keep out dust and debris. Sound quality remains uninhibited and all device features are fully accessible.

The pocket-friendly and versatile Commuter Series^® Wallet phone case is perfect for on-the-go spring break travelers. Its sleek, built-in wallet design can fit up to three cards and one bill, allowing easy access to the essentials at a moment's notice and providing peace of mind in stressful places like airport security lines. The wallet drawer conceals the contents inside and closes securely. The Commuter Series offers the dual-layer protection of a synthetic rubber mid-layer and thin polycarbonate shell to withstand bumps, shock and scratches.³ A self-adhering screen protector is also included.

OtterBox Preserver Series and Commuter Series Wallet cases are currently available for the Apple^® iPhone^® 5/5s and Samsung^® GALAXY S^® 4. For more information, visit www.otterbox.com.

Founded in 1998 with a line of dry boxes, OtterBox^® has evolved into the No. 1-selling case for smartphones in the U.S. and a global leader in mobile device protection.⁴ Its diverse lineup of protective solutions for handheld technology protect, connect and enable a mobile world. OtterBox has been a six-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies in the U.S. and was named one of "America's Most Promising Companies" by Forbes Magazine. The company is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colo., with offices in San Diego; Boston; Cork, Ireland; and Hong Kong.

¹ Source: The NPD Group/U.S. Consumer Tracking Service, 1/2011-12/2013
² Results may vary.
³Commuter Series and Commuter Series Wallet NOT protected against water. Will provide some added protection against bump and shock.
⁴ Source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service: Cell Phone Device Protection/Units Sold 1/2012 – 12/2013

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