100% Protection, Front, Sides & Back. Shield is slim fitting casing that protects while keeping your iPhone pocketable and portable. With our X-Doria originated front hardshell your iPhone screen is protected with 100% polycarbonate that still lets you type and control the screen (other guys use flimsy film). All ports and controls are covered with protective silicone plus, your volume and lock buttons are easy to use directly through the cover. The mute switch, headphone port and dock connector are easily accessed through flip-up flaps that help keep them device when not in use.