Protection2026-04-09/5 min read
Are cheap cases from local train markets safe for a 1 Lakh rupee iPhone?
Is saving 500 rupees worth risking your screen? We look at cheap cover dangers and material testing.
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Ayush Sharma/The iPhone Project Journal
It is tempting to buy a 150 INR case from a local market, but let's review the cheap cover dangers.
Cheap cases use hard recycled plastics that can scratch the metal rails of your phone during installation. They lack shock-absorbing bumpers and camera lips, leaving your screen highly exposed to shattering in a drop.