The Google Pixel is one of our favorite phones: it's fast and runs smoothly, it has a great camera and it delivers when it comes to battery life.
One thing it is not, though, is water-proof, and if you want to take it on an adventure - be it surfing or something else - you need a solid case.
When it comes to such cases that offer extreme water and drop protection, the Lifeproof Fre is one of the finest. It's proven itself as a reliable case for all sorts of outdoor adventures and while it does add a lot of bulk, it also adds a solid extra layer of security for your $650 or more expensive baby.
Let's speak standards: the Lifeproof Fre support MIL-STD 810G-516.6, the U.S. Military Standard for drop and shock protection, and it is also IP-68 rated, the highest level of protection for cases, ensuring your device with this case can withstand circulating talc for 8 hours and water immersion to 6.6 ft / 2m for 1 hour. It's one solid case.
But what about the added bulk? Here is how the Lifeproof Fre case changes the dimensions of the Google Pixel:
Length: 6.2 in (160.0 mm) with Fre vs 5.66 in (143.8 mm) without Fre
Width: 3.1 in (80.0 mm) with Fre vs 2.74 in (69.5 mm) without Fre
Height: 0.5 in (15.0 mm) with Fre vs 0.34 in (8.6 mm) without Fre
The Fre case itself weighs a considerable 1.6 ounces (45.3 g) and comes in only one color, Asphalt Black. The price is set at $90, and yes, it's definitely expensive, but if the question is whether you'd shell out a few hundred for a new GoPro or just take your phone on your skiing or surfing adventure, you might actually save a few bucks with this case.
Victor, a seasoned mobile technology expert, has spent over a decade at PhoneArena, exploring the depths of mobile photography and reviewing hundreds of smartphones across Android and iOS ecosystems. His passion for technology, coupled with his extensive knowledge of smartphone cameras and battery life, has positioned him as a leading voice in the mobile tech industry.
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