It doesn’t matter what version of the iPhone you have. We all know your phone is your pride and joy and you spent quite a deal of hard-earned money on it. That said, you should protect your investment and do all that you can to maximize the way you’re able to use it. The following accessories will both protect your iPhone and take your use to the next level.

Finishing Screens

If your screen becomes scratched or cracked, you’ll have a hard time using your phone. Generic has made an anti-glare, anti-scratch, anti-fingerprint matte finishing screen protector that is guaranteed to keep your investments safe. Priced around $.60 each, or under $1 for a package of three, there is no reason to go without ordering a whole bunch to keep your phone safe. Now you won’t have to worry about your keys, items in your pocket or purse, or the harsh ground damaging your phone.

Docking Cradles

Want to charge your phone and still use it to listen to music or play games at the same time? A Charging Dock Cradle will allow you to charge your phone will maintaining its audio output so that you can sync your phone to your PC, play games, and use whatever other functions you need while you’re sitting at your desk and getting things done.

Protective and Customized Cases

If you have an iPhone, you should have a case for it – no exceptions. There’s nothing quite like the horror of watching your cell phone slip from your hands and shatter into several pieces on the pavement. If you’re lucky, you can put them back together and have a working phone. If not, you’ll end up with a cracked screen or damaged parts that won’t go back together again. A protective case, especially the rubber ones, will prevent your phone from falling apart or getting seriously damaged when it hits the ground. You can spruce things up a bit by opting for customized iPhone cases in various colors or with your favorite designs.

USB Car Charger
Most of the iPhones are designed to plug into a USB port for charging. If you want to make sure your phone remains charged on the go, invest in something like the GTMax Mini USB Car Charger and plug the USB cord right into it. You’ll never run out of battery power again, no matter how long you’re on the road.

Windshield/Dashboard Mount

What good is the GPS function on any phone if you can’t actually see or hear the directions you’re being given? Items like the Arkon IPM515 Windshield/Dashboard Mount make it easy for you to mount your iPhone on the car’s dashboard on on the windshield. This is great not only for GPS functions, but for allowing you to use speakerphone in areas where hands-free cell phone use is a must.

While your iPhone was a pretty significant investment, most of the items above will only cost you a few dollars – well worth the expense to protect your most functional piece of technology.

About the Author: Ela Casamento loves her iPhone and has it with her at all times. She believes that if you’re willing to spend almost $400 on the latest release, you should be willing to spend a few dollars to protect it!