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hey what's up guys so the Galaxy s8 and si+ have been out for a little while now and whether you're already own one or just now considering picking one up I'm sure some thought has got into how you can best protect it with so many options out there when it comes to shielding this top-end piece of tech finding something that perfectly suits your particular needs can be tough so we've rounded up some of the best options available for the premium handset now we'll be sticking with the five point eight inch variant in today's video however all the cases featured are also available for the s8 plus I'm Mike for Android authority and these are the top cases for the galaxy s eight and that's a plus so starting things off we'll take a look at two cases from case ology the légion and parallax series cases both offer military-grade drop protection with a dual layer design each is made up of a rugged yet pliable TPU interior surrounded by a hard polycarbonate outer shell the parallax's shell has more of a bumper style design that skirts the edges of the SE leaving the TPU layer and its signature textured geometric design exposed on the back while the lijing series has more of a traditional and sleeker look with the hard shell covering majority of the device both cases have fully covered raised buttons that are easy to press and have nice tactile feedback cutouts for the speaker mic charging and audio ports are spot on and should offer ample room for a variety of connectors you also get a nice laying a table design with each thanks to the top and bottom TPU being slightly raised from the display now as far as feeling hand goes the size of the paralyzed case make it a little more pump friendly thanks to its rounded edges and textured TPU while the légion case has a sleeker more aggressive angular design which doesn't feel as quite nice to hold at the end of the day if you're looking for a case that's both protective and gets a thumbs up in the looks department you really can't go wrong with either of these options best of all you can pick each of them up right now for under $15 up next or two clear case options for those who are looking to let the beauty of the rest States design shine through first up is the affinity case for poetic now this case brings a truly unique look with its xform architecture and it's been engineered to offer optimal shots of with minimal bulk the case is made up with a hard polycarbonate shell that's infused with molded shock resistant TPU each corner of the affinity is plated with this thick CPU which flows down the back of the case in this rigid stress dissipating pattern that comes in a few of the color options such as clear black and blue the sides feature fully covered buttons that offer good feedback and an ansi slip texture for added grip cut up surface ice for the charging port speaker headphone jack as well as the cameron fingerprint scanner now one of the nicer touches of the Eternity case of those raised TPU channels that run down the back to give you the ability to slap your phone down without worrying about scratching up the clear finish and in addition to the raised bezel on the front the affinity case really has you covered regardless of how you want to lay down your s8 the Infinity case has been recently heavily discounted and will run you just 995 making it one of the more affordable options on the market and one you just might want to pick up the second clear case we're taking a look at today is the ring key fusion this case should appeal to those who enjoy a minimalist design without sacrificing protection like many other cases the fusion is just that the fusion of a polycarbonate back plate with the soft TPU bumper that's aimed at letting the look of your s8 speak for itself taking an up-close look at the back of the case you'll notice two slightly raised corners with a TPU tapers off and sticks out just a bit it's a subtle addition but one that makes the back of the case much less prone to scratching the sides of the case is soft as are the covered buttons which still provide nice click and feedback the cutouts are ample and allow for easy access to all ports as well as a fingerprint scanner the ring key Fusion is available for just 1199 in addition to the clear comes in two other color options rose gold crystal and smoke black so if you're looking for a slim and lightweight clear case for your SH definitely check this guy out ok so I think we can all agree the s8 is a marvel of design and a beautiful piece of tech so it's understandable that some of you wouldn't want to cover it up with a case at all and if a clear case is in your bag but you still feel the need to protect your investment you might want to check out this next occasion the crash guard from Rhino shield is a simple bumper style case that offers some of the best draw protection you can find it's comprised of both hard and soft polycarbonate which covers just the size of your device allowing me to show off the s8 in almost all let's go the case is surprisingly comfortable to hold most bumper style cases protrude out from the edges for added protection but make holding the device a bit awkward the crash guard doesn't suffer from this as a tapers down on the left and right sides almost flush with the back of the phone top and bottom bezels are bit thicker which provide protection for the corners as well as elevating the SI toes buy any flat surface the case has a matte finish where at a grip and cutout slope for plenty of room your power volume and Dixie buttons are covered and easy to press though they do feel a bit mushy and lack that satisfying click that some other cases also but hands down the cases to win the level of jaw protection you're getting and the fact that the majority of the phone is uncovered as intended makes the crash cart from rhino shield a solid option for anyone moving on we have a few cases from spigen the rugged orange tough armor and Neo Hybrid are always a top speed means annual lineup of cases and this year for the s8 is no exception like the cases we took a look at from case ecology the tough armor new hybrid of both dual layer designs with distinct variations the tough armor is the Kangaroos begins lineup when it comes to draw protection comprised of a hard polycarbonate shell surrounding a durable TPU inner layer and using speakings air cushion technology the tough armor provides military great job protection and features an angular industrial design fully covered buttons sit flush the profile of the case and have good tactile feedback the big speed button is easy to find if you ever wanted to thanks to the ribbed texture that's been added cutouts of precise as always and the inclusion of a kickstand is always convenient for viewing media the tough armor is available in the black you see here as well as gunmetal coral blue and maple gold and pricing ranges from 14 to $17.99 the Neo Hybrid is an attractive yet protective case constructed of a bumper style frame made of hard polycarbonate versus a fullback plates a little tough armor it has the same military grade certification against drops and dings and features a laser cut pattern let's edge into the TPU for added grip it offers a lie in the table design with slightly raised top and bottom bezels raised buttons are very responsive and cut out to precise for all ports the camera modular fingerprint scanner were trimmed it is glossy hard TC same as on the tough armor for detection over all the Neo Hybrid slim profile and slick styling with its rounded edges and herringbone pattern back make it the top selling case with vegans lineup it would be a great choice for anyone who regards and looks as highly as protection because here you get both the last case where spigen is the rugged armor it's a simple single layer TPU case but as with the last two options the corners of the case you speak into air cushion technology so it still provides that military-grade detection this slim and flexible case which snug and feels great in the hand thanks to the unique fingerprint resistant finish and the carbon-fiber accents give it a premium look the buttons respond to the light press and offer solid feedback and cutouts are perfectly aligned and should provide plenty of room for most 3.5 millimeter connections the rugged armor is a lightweight great feeling case that will only set you back $9.99 making it another excellent option the Tauri wallet case is a nice all-in-one option it has a premium leather exterior and uses a TPU shell to keep your SAT firmly in place the interior is outfitted with three card slots and a larger pocket to hold your cash the magnetic clasp keeps your cover from opening and allows for quick and easy access it's actually quite strong giving the case a better chance of staying close if dropped the case can also be used as a kickstand for viewing media cutouts are precise and offer plenty of room to access your charging port headphone jack and speaker the cutout on the back is a little cramped but the fingerprint scanner is still accessible the Tauri wallet case does a good job of guarding your s8 against dirt dust and scratches if thrown into a backpack of bag it's definitely not the slimmest option even as far as folio style cases go but the added convenience it brings along with its elegant look makes the case a nice addition for anyone looking for an all-in-one solution for their everyday carry moving on from the more elaborate to the most minimal and the thickest of the thinnest the minimal case for the Galaxy s8 is at the opposite end of the spectrum at just point three five millimeters the cases as slim as it gets the shell has no branding of any kind and is finished with a fine matte texture that does a great job of repelling fingerprints exposed buttons ensure easy access as they extend just past the case on the back individual cutouts mean you don't have to hunt for the fingerprint scanner as much and the raised lip around the camera module prevents scratches to the lens the whole idea here is that this is an option for those who really don't want to be using a case at all but still load the thought of scratching up the finish of their beautiful new phone and unlike a skin this can be reused time and time again there's nothing quite like the feel of the s8 in your hands and the minimal case gives you the ability to retain that feel while offering some added protection the case comes in five color barriers including clear white clear black solid black coral blue and red and can be picked up for $14.99 the last two cases on the list put protection above all else the poetic revolution and diesel bold are two of the most solid build cases we could find and are designed to provide all-around protection in almost any environment the poetic revolution is a rugged two-piece case that combines a super stick TPU exterior along with a hard polycarbonate inner frame to shield your se it features a textured and fingerprint finish for added grip fully covered TPU buttons and flaps that protect your charging port and headphone jack from dirt dust and debris the inner frame locks your s8 in the event of a fall and the raised corners or for additional shock protection now installation and removal isn't the easiest but that's par for the course with a case like this it's also worth noting that full coverage glass screen protectors won't work on this case it's a polycarbonate frame laying over top of the display overall the poetic revolution is a solid choice if you're in the market for a rugged case and that extra bit of added protection finally last up is easel bolt leave the bolt offers everything in expect from a rugged smartphone case including multi-layered military-grade drop protection with its TPU and impact resistant polycarbonate its unique styling is said to be engineered for the best possible user experience it features a perforated outer shell with molded story Asian's that provide added grip and is coated with a soft touch finish and now tower locking kickstand over its hands for reviewing and covered buttons keep out unwanted dirt and dust the case comes with a digital accessories like a screen protector rotatable belt clip holster and a lanyard to further aid in your active lifestyle disease will bolt is a stylish and protective case built with thoughtful design it is available in a slew of color combinations currently priced at just $12.99 and is definitely worth a look if you're interested in top airline protection well that's just about wraps it up for this one guys I hope you all enjoyed the video and until next time I'm Mike LeBron Oh for Android Authority and this has been the top cases for the galaxy s 8 and s 8 plus thanks for watching everybody