Griffin iClear Armband Case with Clip for iPod nano 5G (Black/Clear)

When I ordered my 5th generation Nano, I knew I needed to find an accessory that did three things:

-A case to protect the Nano from damage.
-An armband to use when I run or work out in warm weather.
-An integrated belt clip to use when I run or work out in cold weather, or for simply wearing the Nano around casually.

I was happy to find this product, as it had all three features I was looking for, and the price was great (1/2 price on Amazon).

I was even happier when it arrived, as it exceeded all my expectations. The case is clear plastic (It's completely transparent on the front side where it's important to get a clear view of the screen, and it's frosted on the back side). The case is super easy to open and to insert or remove the Nano----yet it closes very securely with a snap and gives a nice sense of protection. In other words, they struck a good balance with making a secure, tight closure, while at the same time not making it...Read more

As most of the reviewers of this item, I must give it 5 stars.

I read quite a few reviews of this and other similar items before deciding to go with this iPod Nano armband. The key features that swayed me in the direction of this item were the easily accessible clear protective shell (with a clip!!) and a non-bulky armband. Let's just say that this armband isn't for you if you'd like to sport the Terminator look. The armband was designed with simplicity and function in mind. It doesn't slip off or feel like an inflated BP cuff (but then again, I am a female with a pretty small arm. What biceps? :p) However, if you are a weight-lifting machine, then you might want to go for something with a bit longer band (and at this point you probably look like Terminator anyway, so this slim armband won't do your guns of steel justice. No, I said "guns"; I don't know where you are planning on wearing your iPod...). Bad humor aside, the actual length of the band in its relaxed...Read more

This case was ideal: clear hard case, convenient belt clip, very comfortable armband. However, the big problem I am having is that the case extends a very short length beyond the end of the Nano. I use a set of Shure earbuds (which I love), and the plug cannot fit fully into the headphone jack due to the extension of the case. The standard Ipod earphones fit fine because the plug is very slim and straight.

VERY frustrating. I'm left with finding a new case or buying new earphones. Case is certainly cheaper, but I've not found another with the hard case/belt clip/armband combo.