Yahoo Lifestyle Why You Should Treat the Siri Remote of Your Apple TV to a Protective Case
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Why You Should Treat the Siri Remote of Your Apple TV to a Protective Case
The Apple TV 4K is the best streaming player by a mile, and the Siri Remote is one of the many reasons we love the product. The essential gadget is sleek, beautifully crafted, and equally easy to use for streaming newbies and experienced content aficionados.
Apple gave the Siri Remote a substantial glow-up alongside the second-generation Apple TV 4K in 2021, designing it to have a sleek metal body and a touch-sensitive click pad with outstanding precision and tactility. The remote was superior to the one bundled with the first-generation Apple TV 4K. In late 2022, the latest Apple TV 4K arrived with Siri Remote that ditched the Lightning connector for an even more versatile and widely available USB-C port.
Even though it's the best in the business, the Siri Remote is not perfect. Its all-metal housing can slip out of your hand and pick up scratches and dings if you drop it on a hard surface. Depending on the size of your space (and couch), the little gadget is easy to misplace — I've done it many times.
Replacing the Siri Remote is easy but costly, so we highly recommend protecting the one you have. Thankfully, third-party accessory makers have stepped in to address the Siri Remote's minor shortcomings by offering a robust selection of inexpensive protective cases to improve its handling, protect it from damage, and make it easier to locate. To discover the best for your go-to remote control, we sifted through products from established makers like elago, Nomad, and Spigen, among others.
The Best Siri Remote Cases
What to Consider
Compatibility
You should know that all cases on this list are compatible with the USB-C Siri Remote of the latest Apple TV 4K — the only streaming player the tech giant currently offers. If you own the previous generation from 2021 with the Lightning remote, we have good news! The covers are compatible with this iteration of the Siri Remote.
AirTag Slot
The AirTag is hands down the best object tracker in the game. Opting for a protective case with a slot for one will make your Siri Remote infinitely easier to discover via your Apple device's Find My app. If you often remove the pillows of your couch or look underneath it to find your Apple TV 4K controller, you should snag an AirTag-ready case.
Regardless of your taste and budget, the case you choose will make your Siri Remote easier to handle while keeping it in pristine condition. Find your next favorite Apple accessory among these thoroughly vetted offerings.Best Products; Spigen - 2/8
1) Rugged Armor Case for Apple TV 4K
Spigen
amazon.com
$18.99
The Spigen Rugged Armor, like the accessory maker's excellent iPhone and Samsung Galaxy cases with the same moniker, has a slim profile and high-tech design with carbon fiber-like accents. It has built-in magnets and a bundled adhesive metal plate, allowing you to find a perfect spot for it. A wrist strap is also included with the accessory.
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2) Air Rim Case for Apple TV Siri Remote
TotalMount
amazon.com
$14.99
The TotalMount Air Rim case will reliably safeguard the Siri Remote and showcase its sleek metal build and the iconic Apple logo on its back. The snap-on accessory has a transparent back cover and a choice of a clear or a more characterful solid-color (black, blue, pink, red) bumper.
amazon.com - 4/8
3) Siri Remote Leather Cover
Nomad
nomadgoods.com
$39.95
Like the brand’s fantastic iPhone cases, the Nomad leather cover will transform your Siri Remote into a luxurious accessory with excellent tactility. It has a high-quality Horween leather exterior, while its interior has a soft lining to keep scratches off the metal remote. An integrated AirTag slot will increase the Siri Remote’s thickness and improve its handling.
nomadgoods.com - 5/8
4) Shockproof Cover for Siri Remote
Fintie
amazon.com
$7.99
By increasing the size and footprint of the Siri Remote, this insanely affordable Fintie case will make it easier to handle (and locate). An AirTag slot is also on board if you need more help tracking it down. The product is an excellent option for those who spent years using the gigantic remote that came alongside their cable box.
amazon.com - 6/8
5) R4 Retro Siri Remote Case
elago
amazon.com
$14.99
This Siri Remote case by elago has a playful design that will make the gadget look like an adorable, old-school gaming controller. We particularly like its colorful faux buttons, which remind us of the Nintendo N64 gamepad. Available in several colors, the cover comes bundled with a convenient wrist strap.
amazon.com - 7/8
6) Silicone Fit Siri Remote Case
Spigen
amazon.com
$19.99
The Spigen Silicone Fit case has a utilitarian design with a grippy texture and an integrated wrist strap, ensuring that your Siri Remote will become easier to handle.
An AirTag slot at the bottom of the case is also integral for its excellent handling. Of course, the cover will also reliably safeguard the Apple TV remote if you drop it.
amazon.com - 8/8
7) Siri Remote Holder Mount
elago
amazon.com
$10.99
Consider this mountable holder by elago if you are looking for a permanent go-to spot for your Apple TV’s Siri Remote — with or without a protective case.
Available in black or white, the cheap accessory can attach to surfaces and furniture via a reusable gel pad. A more permanent screw-mounting option is also available.
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