Best Samsung Epic 4G cases and accessories

Outfitting your Samsung Epic 4G with cases and accessories can protect your investment as well as get the most out of the phone. The Epic 4G is Sprint's version of the Samsung Galaxy S phones and is one of the best smart phones on the market today. Not only does it use the Android operating system, a slide out qwerty keyboard, but it has one of the largest and brightest displays available. In addition, it uses Sprints 4G network to connect to the internet which is faster than any other carrier's 3G offering. Here are some of the best cases and accessories available for your phone.

Epic 4G cases come in three styles and are best suited for different protection needs and tastes. The choice of which case is best for you depends on personal preference. The three types of cases are skin, glove and pouch/holster cases:

• Skins are for people who like the “naked” look of their phone, but want to have protection against scratches and scuffs. They are made from flexible sheets of polymer that are extremely durable and resistant to damage. For example, Zagg will back their skin cases with a lifetime warranty against scratches.
• Glove cases made from plastic, silicon or metal that wrap around the Epic 4G with special cut outs for the screen, buttons and accessory ports. Glove cases are more complex for this Samsung because the slide out qwerty keyboard forces the glove case to be made of multiple pieces. These cases provide drop as well as scratch protection and will you peace of mind during every day use. In addition, glove cases are a great way to personalize your phone as they come in many different styles and colors.
• Holster and pouch cases hold a phone when it is not in use. Placing your smart phone into the holster is great for those of us tend to forget where they put their phone. Many generic pouch and holster cases will work for the Epic 4G, although it is larger than most cell phones so it is best to check the size of the case before purchasing it.

The Epic 4G has a 1500 mAh battery which does not always last through the day of normal use. The battery life is even worse if the phone is used as a hotspot or to make video calls. If you have trouble with the battery life, consider getting a replacement battery which can be swapped out when you need it. An extra battery is also a great option if need to travel often with your Epic.

The Samsung Epic 4G uses a standard micro-USB port to charge. This means that any standard micro-USB car charger like the ones used by the blackberry phones can be used charge the Epic. Combine the charger with a card dock and your phone is right at home in the car. A car charger and dock is critical if you plan to use Google's excellent navigation in car navigation and is much cheaper than an in car GPS system.

• Screen protectors are great for preventing scratches on your phone's 4 inch screen. The Epic 4G screen is an AMOLED screen which is one the brightest available and most people have no trouble reading it in direct sunlight. The best screen protectors for the Epic 4G are completely clear to not distort the screen's brightness or color.
• Sprint sales the Epic 4G with a 16GB microSD card. This is enough space for many uses, but you can buy a 32GB microSD card if you need more storage for your music and videos.