RAZR Gets Its Own invisibleSHIELD

By Digital Trends Staff December 14, 2005

Protective Solutions, a maker of protective coverings for electronic devices, yesterday announced a new skin for the popular Motorola RAZR cell phone. The invisibleSHIELD for the Motorola RAZR is available now for $24.95.

The invisibleSHIELD for the Motorola RAZR encloses almost all of the cell phone’s body in a protective film which was originally created to protect helicopter blades from wear and tear while traveling. The protective film provides a glossy finish, helping to maintain the phone’s original sleek look.

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“A key selling point for the Motorola RAZR is the design,” said Phillip Chipping, president, Protective Solutions. “The RAZR has a very sleek and cool look, which is very appealing, especially to gadget lovers. However, maintaining the sleek design can be difficult — ordinary cases conceal and cover up the RAZR’s unique look, which can detract from the coolness factor. With the invisibleSHIELD, RAZR users maintain the elegant design without adding any bulk or detracting from the phone’s look.”

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