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Equipment & Gear => All Other Gear => Topic started by: BigTines on July 17, 2016, 01:01:22 PM

Title: Protecting cell phone while hunting
Post by: BigTines on July 17, 2016, 01:01:22 PM: I have an iPhone 6s that I use for maps/navigating. What do you guys use to keep it from getting wet while afield?
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Post by: MADMAX on July 17, 2016, 01:06:06 PM: otter box and a pocket
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Post by: washingtonhunter121 on July 17, 2016, 01:07:16 PM: Otter box and glass screen protector. Inside jacket pocket when not in use
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Post by: vandeman17 on July 17, 2016, 01:08:05 PM: Another vote for otter box and I keep mine in a hip pocket of my back pack.
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Post by: Duckslayer89 on July 17, 2016, 01:10:46 PM: Otter box defender and a roll on screen protector. Pop the otter box screen protector out of the case and roll the roll on one on before putting it in the case. I didn't like how the otter box one was raised up a little off the screen.
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Post by: follow maggie on July 17, 2016, 01:51:23 PM: Otter box & a pocket
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Post by: TVHunts on July 17, 2016, 02:38:29 PM: Screen protector & speck cover.

For extra protection from water you can wrap your phone in saran or any plastic wrap tightly and still use it as if it wasn't there. It also helps for dust!
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Post by: Miles on July 17, 2016, 02:40:37 PM: Are you hunting with it or chasing Pokemon? Be honest... Lol
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Post by: gotshot on July 17, 2016, 02:42:01 PM: Lifeproof case. Waterproof and shock proof. It is spendy though 100.00
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Post by: BULLBLASTER on July 17, 2016, 03:28:12 PM: Quote from: gotshot on July 17, 2016, 02:42:01 PM
Lifeproof case. Waterproof and shock proof. It is spendy though 100.00
:yeah: my iPhone took a swim when it fell out of my pocket last night and it's still going strong. had the flashlight on and in my pocket so I could see and plop splash! :chuckle:
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Post by: chester on July 17, 2016, 03:49:38 PM: Wildtek waterproof case. They are as good as the lifeproof/ otter box and like 39.99

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Post by: Duckslayer89 on July 17, 2016, 04:04:11 PM: Life proof are sweet but my life proof nude case sucked! Sounded like talking underwater stay far away
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Post by: 12Gauge on July 17, 2016, 04:17:06 PM: Zip lock bag works for me
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Post by: deerhunter_98520 on July 17, 2016, 04:17:26 PM: :yeah:
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Post by: jackelope on July 17, 2016, 04:24:06 PM: Quote from: chester on July 17, 2016, 03:49:38 PM
Wildtek waterproof case. They are as good as the lifeproof/ otter box and like 39.99

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The otterbox is not as good as the lifeproof case. Not sure where the other one falls into the standings. Lifeproof is all around better if you ask me. Mines taken a dunk in the creek too. Still kicking without issue.
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Post by: chester on July 17, 2016, 04:25:06 PM: Quote from: jackelope on July 17, 2016, 04:24:06 PM
Quote from: chester on July 17, 2016, 03:49:38 PM
Wildtek waterproof case. They are as good as the lifeproof/ otter box and like 39.99

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The otterbox is not as good as the lifeproof case. Not sure where the other one falls into the standings. Lifeproof is all around better if you ask me. Mines taken a dunk in the creek too. Still kicking without issue.
Life proof was bought by otter box . They are one in the same now.

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Post by: dontgetcrabs on July 17, 2016, 05:08:27 PM: Just get a Droid and be done with the girly phone. :tup: :chuckle:
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Post by: Antlershed on July 17, 2016, 05:14:14 PM: Lifeproof are good, until they start falling apart. I went thru three of them in a year and a half because they kept falling apart, or the rubber on the silent toggle switch would rip off, which makes them no longer waterproof. Not to mention a lot of people kept telling me I sounded gargled when I would be talking to them. Now on my 6s plus I just run a slimmer otterbox and a tempered glass screen protector. If I'm going to be in the rain, I will sometimes throw it in a ziploc.
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Post by: Alpine Mojo on July 17, 2016, 05:27:23 PM: Learn how to read a map and leave the crutch at home.
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Post by: Russ McDonald on July 17, 2016, 05:31:14 PM: Otter box. Dropped my phone off of a fire lookout 20' not a single crack on the phone. Some scratches on the case.
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Post by: BigTines on July 17, 2016, 08:34:58 PM: None of you guys keep a cell phone for safety when in the backcountry for 5 days? Place has cell reception. Also otter box isn't waterproof. Heard about life proof cases but also saw there are waterproof bag cases that are only like $10? Nobody has tried those? Phone already has a glass screen protector and a tough case. It's the water that is concerning...
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Post by: Angry Perch on July 17, 2016, 08:36:36 PM: Quote from: Alpine Mojo on July 17, 2016, 05:27:23 PM
Learn how to read a map and leave the crutch at home.

I'm guessing he knows how to read a map.
Heck, learn how to use a rock and a stick and leave the gun at home.
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Post by: ghosthunter on July 17, 2016, 08:40:24 PM: I leave mine in the truck.
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Post by: Antlershed on July 17, 2016, 09:04:17 PM: Quote from: BigTines on July 17, 2016, 08:34:58 PM
None of you guys keep a cell phone for safety when in the backcountry for 5 days? Place has cell reception. Also otter box isn't waterproof. Heard about life proof cases but also saw there are waterproof bag cases that are only like $10? Nobody has tried those? Phone already has a glass screen protector and a tough case. It's the water that is concerning...
Ok, to answer your original question again, a ziploc. Lifeproof cases wear out way too quick in my experience.
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Post by: pd on July 17, 2016, 09:07:18 PM: Ziploc knock off. Man, you guys spend a lot of money on such things! I am starting to feel as cheap as Bean Counter.
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Post by: jeffro on July 17, 2016, 09:16:03 PM: In the field I take a sat phone so I know there will be service for emergencies, as long as I can see the sky. I keep it in double zip locks in my pack.
And carry a Garmin unit for navigation, the cell phone is for calling the wife, on my way home.
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Post by: jackelope on July 17, 2016, 10:53:43 PM: Quote from: Alpine Mojo on July 17, 2016, 05:27:23 PM
Learn how to read a map and leave the crutch at home.

Take pictures
Send messages
Make a phone call
Navigate
Read
....
I can keep going. My phone is ultralight weight and tiny compared to cameras, maps, books, gps etc that it replaces.
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Post by: Gamehunter034 on July 18, 2016, 02:13:04 AM: I bought a case similar to this while in Hawaii earlier this year for taking pics at the resort we were at and swimming. I spent a little more since i bought it from a shop there but it worked. I was able to get mine in snugly with my slim case on but removed my screen protector because it seemed to be too much of a barrier. Did fine and no water. Might use it for hunting if i need it.
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Post by: Alchase on July 18, 2016, 10:52:01 AM: I use an Incipio gel case with a little lip with no screen protector. When hunting I put the phone inside a Ziplock bag to keep it dry.

I have had no issues since
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Post by: T-Dozzer on July 18, 2016, 11:07:55 AM: S7 edge. Its waterproof.
:IBCOOL:
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Post by: 7mmfan on July 18, 2016, 11:25:48 AM: another vote for Ziploc. I have never had a problem using my phone through a Ziploc bag and it stays perfectly dry. Can even talk through it.
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Post by: jeepster on July 18, 2016, 04:36:39 PM: The glovebox in the truck :tup:
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Post by: bb76 on July 18, 2016, 07:07:17 PM: Otterbox. Amazon usually has a deal on them.

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Post by: trophyhunt on July 18, 2016, 07:13:36 PM: Quote from: 7mmfan on July 18, 2016, 11:25:48 AM
another vote for Ziploc. I have never had a problem using my phone through a Ziploc bag and it stays perfectly dry. Can even talk through it.
I also use a ziplock, but I put some toilet paper in it just to help with any moisture.
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Post by: CaNINE on July 27, 2016, 08:10:23 AM: Alocksak is your solution. I've been using these for years to store all kinds of gear in my pack and ensure waterproof protection in the field.
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Post by: Elkrunner on July 27, 2016, 08:22:55 AM: Otter Box. I have dropped mine twice in the water at the boat launch this year and when I opened it up, all was good!
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Post by: JimmyHoffa on July 27, 2016, 08:51:43 AM: Quote from: trophyhunt on July 18, 2016, 07:13:36 PM
Quote from: 7mmfan on July 18, 2016, 11:25:48 AM
another vote for Ziploc. I have never had a problem using my phone through a Ziploc bag and it stays perfectly dry. Can even talk through it.
I also use a ziplock, but I put some toilet paper in it just to help with any moisture.
I roll my phone in a small washcloth and put it in a Ziploc. I like the heavier duty bags, not the flimsy sandwich baggies.
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Post by: Widgeondeke on July 27, 2016, 08:54:31 AM: Quote from: Gamehunter034 on July 18, 2016, 02:13:04 AM
I bought a case similar to this while in Hawaii earlier this year for taking pics at the resort we were at and swimming. I spent a little more since i bought it from a shop there but it worked. I was able to get mine in snugly with my slim case on but removed my screen protector because it seemed to be too much of a barrier. Did fine and no water. Might use it for hunting if i need it.
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I have a similar case. Used it when fishing, worked flawless. kept the saltwater off phone :tup:
I plan to use during hunting season also
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Post by: pianoman9701 on July 27, 2016, 11:44:39 AM: http://www.rectatech.com/iphone-5s-waterproof-shockproof-case-with-stand

I've been using this case for a week now. It cost $29 with shipping. Waterproof, fairly shockproof, although the glass protection is only a thin sheet of plastic. The downside is that it needs the original IPhone charging cord. Aftermarket charging cords are too big to fit in the hole with the case on.
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Post by: NRA4LIFE on July 27, 2016, 12:03:33 PM: My Gzone is already shock proof, water proof and dust proof.
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Post by: Tbob on August 12, 2016, 11:47:10 PM: I'm a ziplock guy here as well. I usually have it buried deep in my pack as well.. I use it often for pictures and I like to listen to podcasts at night while I'm on solo hunts. Haven't had any problems as of yet.. I do this when I go snowboarding as well..
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Post by: Booner on August 14, 2016, 08:48:54 PM: Lifeproof Fre Power for iPhone 6.

Waterproof, crash proof and almost double the battery life

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