If you spend $950 on a phone like the Galaxy Note 8, you’re going to want some measure of protection. That means putting your Note 8 in a case.
There are a lot to choose from: Some show off the design of the phone, others keep you from dropping it, and others will help it survive a nasty fall. No matter what kind of case you’re looking for, we’ve got you—and your new phone—covered.
Update 2/1/18: We’ve added picks for battery cases, as well as the Tudia Tamm, Case-Mate Wallet Folio, Case-Mate Waterfall, and Incipio Carnaby cases.
Best transparent Note 8 cases
To show off your Galaxy Note 8 as Samsung intended, you’ll want a clear case—and a polishing cloth. Because the back of the Galaxy Note 8 is made of glass, it picks up fingerprints very easily. You’ll need to clean it before you pop it into the case. Polishing the case itself doesn’t hurt, either.
1. Speck Presidio Show
Price When Reviewed:$44.95
What is it: Hard, clear silicon case with a black bumper all the way around.
Price: $45
Colors: Clear/Black
Wireless charging: Yes
Standout feature: The corners and sides and are reinforced with an “Impactium” shock-absorbing tech that protects your phone from high drops.
Why we love it: The clear back doesn’t hide the beauty of the Note 8 and the black sides nicely blend into the front bezels. Three of the four corners (excluding the bottom right where the S Pen slot is) are reinforced with rubber, and there’s a small lip around the edge to protect the front screen from direct drops.
The Speck Presidio Show is our current pick for best transparent Note 8 case.