Steve Jobs taught us one important thing about the iPhone. No matter what you can think of… “there’s an app for that!” But that doesn’t mean everything is solved by simply installing an app, there are other things an iPhone can do without software. Take for example self-defense… and NO … by this I do not mean using your iPhone as an ultra expensive hand-thrown projectile!
So, based on the idea that the best self-defense weapon is the one you have with you, AND the only thing you ALWAYS have on you is your smartphone, I have put together a round-up of iPhone addons that will transform your precious iPhone into a self-defense weapon to help you escape day-to-day emergency situations.
Do remember though that the best form of self-defense is to avoid getting yourself into situations where problems are likely to occur in the first place!
1. 110 Decibel Alarm iPhone Case By Coyote Cases
WHAT: 110 decibels – there’s an awful lot of sound power packed into this iPhone case. Trigger the alarm to scream your way out from any uncomfortable situation. Sound is equivalent to a Ted Nugent rock concert at 3 inches.
COMPATIBILITY: iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5S
PRICE: $99
BUY HERE: Coyote cases
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2. Knuckle iPhone case
WHAT: Advertised as an iPhone handle, the Knuckle case is a powerful self-defense addon in close combat situations. Warning: NOT a guarantee of safety unless you’re ready to go the distance.
COMPATIBILITY: iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5S
PRICE: $99+
BUY HERE: Knuckle iPhone Cases
FIND ON AMAZON: Click here to see if this item is available cheaper on Amazon.
3. Punk Self-Defense Rivet iPhone Case
WHAT: Bare hands fight? Not at all – rivet knuckle fight! Again, probably only for those who are anxious to take things to a new level. Not recommended unless trained.
COMPATIBILITY: iPhone 5, iPhone 5S
PRICE: $7.07
BUY HERE: DHGate.com
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4. Yellow Jacket Stun Gun iPhone Case
WHAT: Powerful stun gun at the touch of your finger, with two safety features to avoid accidental triggering.
COMPATIBILITY: iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5 and 5S should be available soon
PRICE: $99
BUY HERE: YellowJacketCase.com
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5. SmartGuard Pepper iPhone Case
WHAT: Use as with any regular pepper spray. Stand well back when deployed.
COMPATIBILITY: iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S
PRICE: $17+
BUY HERE: SmartGuard.pro
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6. SprayTect Pepper Spray iPhone case
WHAT: Not much to say about it – spray your way out of any emergency situation and make new friends.
COMPATIBILITY: iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5 and 5S should be available soon
PRICE: $39.95
BUY HERE: SprayTect.com
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7. TaskOne iPhone Multitool Case
WHAT: Use this as a day-to-day multi-tool as well as an escape tool or defense blade in case of emergency. For example if you’re trapped inside the master villain’s island lair.
COMPATIBILITY: iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5S
PRICE: $99.95
BUY HERE: Tasklab.com
FIND ON AMAZON: Click here to see if this item is available cheaper on Amazon.
8. Best Real Police Lights And Siren iPhone App
WHAT: Use this in dark alleys to simulate police lights and possibly scare away threats – not sure if this will really work, but hey … there’s always a slim chance Starsky will show up!
COMPATIBILITY: iOS 4.3 or later
PRICE: $0.99
BUY HERE: iTunes.Apple.com
FIND ON AMAZON: N/A
Disclaimer – please remember to use these addons responsibly and only where allowed by law. The Ferret absolutely does not condone the use of any form of unsanitary violence without the written agreement of both grandparents of all the participants.
So by now you should have chosen you favorite iPhone defensive tool to be your trusted companion on your daily travels. One last thing … do your friends and family a favor and share this article on all your social media profiles.
After all, one share today could maybe save someone’s life tomorrow, right?
