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5 phones with custom swappable shells and back covers

By Daniel Petrov

Updated: Apr 21, 2015, 6:38 AM

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5 phones with custom swappable shells and back covers

Simply buying a new case for your aging handset can all of a sudden make it look attractive and different again, but some manufacturers go above and beyond the extra mile and official case wrappers when it comes to customizing your phone's looks.

Granted, there are plenty of handsets that offer you removable back covers, and you can order replacements in different hues or textures from third-party accessory makers, if your was scratched, or you just got bored with it.

A few, however, ship with the ability to swap their shells out of the box, and on top of that are providing you with official shells and back covers in various hues, textures and finishes, letting you pimp your phone to your heart's desire. Here are a few of the handsets that have made the customized chassis a priority, and give you the tools and materials to do it whenever boredom or rugged individualism strike.

5 phones with custom swappable back covers

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Daniel, a devoted tech writer at PhoneArena from 2010 to 2025, has been engrossed in mobile technology since the Windows Mobile era. His expertise spans mobile hardware, software, and carrier networks, and he's keenly interested in the future of digital health, car connectivity, and 5G. Beyond his professional pursuits, Daniel finds balance in travel, reading, and exploring new tech innovations, while contemplating the ethical and privacy implications of our digital future.