Do More With the Next Big Thing: OtterBox Cases for GALAXY S 5

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Feb 27, 2014, 09:30 ET

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Feb. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung^® is once again flexing its mobile technology muscle with the announcement of the industry-changing GALAXY S^® 5. With a fingerprint scanner for security and built-in heart rate monitor, the GALAXY S 5 is focused on enhancing users' lives, and OtterBox^® will allow them to do even more with a full line of protective case options.

The Commuter Series, Defender Series and Commuter Series Wallet (L-R) GALAXY S 5 case options add vital drop, shock and scratch protection to Samsung's latest flagship smartphone. The Defender Series provides a rugged, multi-layer design and a built-in screen protector. The Commuter Series brings sleek, pocket-friendly protection and the Commuter Series Wallet has room for three cards and a bill to ensure the essentials are always at hand. (PRNewsFoto/OtterBox) (PRNewsFoto/OTTERBOX)

OtterBox, the No. 1 most trusted case brand in smartphone protection, will soon offer a wide range of GALAXY S 5 cases.* The waterproof Preserver Series^™, rugged Defender Series^®, sleek Commuter Series^®, convenient Commuter Series^® Wallet and fashionable Symmetry Series^™ will all be available soon.

"Samsung has continued to push the envelope with each new launch in its flagship GALAXY line," said OtterBox CEO Brian Thomas. "The GALAXY S 5 integrates more seamlessly into on-the-go, active mobile users' lives, and OtterBox enables them to do even more with full confidence in their trusted, engineered protection."

The Preserver Series is rated IP68, which indicates the case has been certified waterproof to 6.6 feet for 30 minutes and to block all dust intrusion, transforming the water-resistant GALAXY S 5 into a waterproof camera and the perfect beach companion that can be taken almost anywhere. It also provides drop protection up to 6.6 feet, a built-in screen protector and an overall guard against the wear and tear that impacts every smartphone over time.**

The Defender Series, Commuter Series, Commuter Series Wallet and Symmetry Series round out a full portfolio of GALAXY S 5 case options designed to suit any lifestyle and add vital drop, shock and scratch protection to Samsung's latest flagship smartphone. The Defender Series provides a rugged, multi-layer design and a built-in screen protector. The Commuter Series brings sleek, pocket-friendly protection and the Commuter Series Wallet has room for three cards and a bill to ensure the essentials are always at hand. The Symmetry Series fuses protection and style in an all-new OtterBox line.**

As with all OtterBox cases, the Samsung GALAXY S 5 case lineup will allow for full access to all device features and functionality and will be available in a wide range of custom color options. For more information, visit otterbox.com.

About OtterBox:

Founded in 1998 with a line of dry boxes, OtterBox^® has evolved into the No. 1-selling case for smartphones in the U.S. and a global leader in mobile device protection.*** Its diverse lineup of protective solutions for handheld technology protect, connect and enable a mobile world. OtterBox has been a six-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies in the U.S. and was named one of "America's Most Promising Companies" by Forbes Magazine. The company is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colo., with offices in San Diego; Boston; Cork, Ireland; and Hong Kong.

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* Source: The NPD Group/U.S. Consumer Tracking Service, 1/2011 – 12/2013

** Preserver Series results may vary. Defender Series NOT protected against water. Will provide added protection against bump, drop and shock. Symmetry Series and Commuter Series NOT protected against water. Will provide added protection against bump and shock.

*** Source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service: Cell Phone Device Protection/Units Sold 1/2012 – 12/2013

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