When it comes to technology, we rarely hear the term "environmentally friendly." If you are environmentally conscious or looking to go green in some way, an eco-friendly cell phone case may be right for you. The nature of technology is harmful to the environment. Consumers are constantly upgrading and throwing away their devices. Consistent innovation beckons us with little time to pause and think: what does that do to Earth's resources? Many may not want to kick the habit of replacing "old" technology, but some liberties can be taken. A small and shocking move to replace your phone's plastic casing with an eco-friendly one is just the tip of the iceberg. If you live in the suburbs and don't have a cell phone case, consider purchasing a plastic alternative, as the device will cost more to replace. In South Africa there are several plastic alternatives. From biodegradable envelopes to those made from recycled materials, there are a wide variety of options. We live in a world where we have to wake up and re-evaluate our plastic consumption. With these cases you can protect your phone and give back to the planet.
Pela
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(Image credit: Pela) Pela is the biodegradable solution to your plastic sheeting problems. The Canadian company ships to South Africa so you can enjoy a nice box that won't end up in a landfill. Pela offers biodegradable iPhone cases dating back to the iPhone 5, Samsung and Google Pixel and limited Huawei devices. Additionally, the company sells cases for AirPods, smartwatch bands, and other accessories so you can match your case if you want. The cases are incredibly sleek and stylish and perform well in drop tests. Each accessory is plant-based and compostable. The company also donates 5% of its total sales to environmental charities to help conserve the natural world. The wide range of models gives more tech consumers the opportunity to be environmentally conscious, but the 15% import cost in South Africa must also be taken into account.
The case of the loop
This is Africa's first 100% compostable sustainable phone case. The cases are made from renewable materials so you can start living your best green life. The cases are available for the iPhone 6, 7, 8 and 11 and are available to purchase from Shop Zero for R350. The sleeve is made primarily from a plant material called PLA which is made from a combination of bamboo fiber and corn starch, as well as calcium carbonate and cellulose. The phone is durable and will protect your phone for about two years. After that you can place it in a composting environment so it can break down naturally. Don't worry, it cannot disintegrate outside of a composting environment.
QDOS Eco box
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(Image credit: iStore) The QDOS Eco case for iPhone is available on the iStore. Being environmentally conscious has never been so convenient. Retailing at R245, the phone is made from PLA and wheat straw and is 100% biodegradable under the correct composting conditions. The phone is smooth, thin (1,5mm) and a great shock absorber. It is currently only available in two colors, charcoal and sand. Unfortunately, the iStore range is limited and only available for iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max.
MUVIT Bambootek
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(Image credit: Takealot) French company MUVIT has launched a range of eco-friendly tech boxes. South African iPhone 11 Pro owners looking to move to greener pastures can purchase a case at Takealot.com. The case is available in two colors, Cotton and Storm, both of which are available at Takealot for R299. Like the other products, the case is 100% biodegradable and is made from bamboo fiber and corn starch.