New OtterBox case can withstand 1,000 pounds of force, waterproof up to 100 feet

OtterBox's redesigned dry box keeps gadgets safe

OtterBox Pursuit Case CES

OtterBox showed their (relatively) new Pursuit Series dry boxes, the Pursuit/20 and Pursuit/40, at CES. Both cases are crush proof up to 1,000 lbs and waterproof up to 100 ft. In addition to being waterproof and crush proof, they’re also impact resistant and can resist dust and debris. These cases allow people to safely store their gadgets and accessories with them throughout various outdoor activities.

The Pursuits/20 case runs for $19.95 and only has 15 cubic inches of space, so it’ll only be able to hold an iPhone 4/ 4S, or other similarly-sized device. (I tried to put my Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 4 inside, but it didn’t fit.) The inside has some cushioning, which should help lessen the blow to your device in the event you were to drop the case.

For $15 more, the Pursuits/40 case doubles the storage capacity, offering 30 cubic inches of space. According to OtterBox, this should be able to store your phone, keys, sunglasses and wallet. The inside has the same cushion seen in the Pursuits/ 20 case, but includes a webbing, which allows you to better organize the contents inside.

Both cases include tether/ belt loops and a lockable carabiner loop and are opened with a latch.

They are available today on OtterBox’s website.

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