Japanese accessory producer YS Design has showcased two new protective cases for the iPod shuffle.

The HardCase Simple and the HardCase G5 cases are both made of shiny machined aluminium alloy and are both visually attractive and highly practical.

Finished with alumite, an anodic oxidation coating, the new accessories are lightweight at just 30g and can be used with a wrist strap for easy portability.

Priced at just over £30, shipping for the HardCase Simple and the HardCase G5 covers will begin in April.

The HardCase Simple can also be engraved on either the front or back with up to ten characters for an extra three pounds or with a basic graphic for an extra ten pounds.

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