Here's the best Nintendo Switch OLED cases you can use with a dock

The Nintendo Switch OLED provides a clean revision of Nintendo's hybrid gaming console. The larger OLED screen means there's a new dock, which in turn means that you'll need new cases if you want to keep your Nintendo Switch protected while it's in the dock. We've rounded up a few options for you to choose from.

Well protected

Mumba Dockable Case - Nintendo Switch OLED

Staff Pick

The Mumba case for the Nintendo Switch OLED is perfectly compatible with the dock. The material is both scratch-resistant and shock absorbent, whether you're safekeeping it in the dock or picking it up and carrying it around. You can even remove the Joy-Cons without taking the case off, so you're good to keep it on as long as you want. Get it in black, purple, white, blue, or red.

$21 at Amazon

Cheap option

HEYSTOP Dockable Switch OLED Case

With its minimalist design, textured grips, and ability to fit into a Switch OLED dock, this case is a great purchase for anyone looking to save some money. The case is designed in such a way that you can still use the kickstand, plus it comes with thumb grips to give you more traction while playing your games. You can get it in black, white, or pink.

From $10 Amazon

Clean screen

AKNES Nintendo Switch OLED Case

The AKNES Nintendo Switch OLED case is a combination, including a hard shell that'll help protect your Switch from damage. It's also got a glass screen protector, ensuring that the big OLED screen stays safe and won't get dirty or damaged from everyday use, even if you're sliding it in and out of the dock regularly. It comes in black, clear, grey, or white.

$11 at Amazon

Sparkly protection

DLseego Protective Glitter Case

Give your Switch OLED a fun glittery theme with this clear protective case. It even covers the kickstand in such a way that you'll still be able to use it at varying angles. Plus, it's so thin that it easily fits into the Switch OLED dock, so you can place it or pull it out of TV mode whenever you'd like.

$16 at Amazon

Totally encased

SUPCASE Nintendo Switch OLED case

If you're extremely nervous about your Nintendo Switch OLED being damaged in or out of the dock, consider the SUPCASE Nintendo Switch OLED case. The material is designed to absorb as much wear and tear as theoretically possible while still not cutting off access to the different ports.

$19 at Amazon

Unique design

Clolow Dockable Case for Nintendo Switch OLED

Give your Joy-Cons and Switch OLED a matching theme while still making your kickstand usable. Just slide it over your console and Joy-Cons and you're good to go. You can get it in this fun blue dragon theme, a black Zelda Breath of the Wild theme, or a white Sailor Moon theme.

$29 at Amazon

Keep your OLED safe

The larger size of the Nintendo Switch OLED means that while you can still use all your Joy-Con controllers, you'll need new accessories, which extends to the case. No matter what case you pick, you can have peace of mind that your Nintendo Switch is secure while playing it on the go or docked. This will ensure you aren't distracted from playing through the best Nintendo Switch games.

We recommend grabbing the Mumba Dockable Case for Nintendo Switch OLED for the best overall balance. This case provides a great amount of protection while not being too bulky that it's awkward to use. Some Nintendo Switch screens get scratched when taking it in and out of the dock, so a case is a solid way to prevent that.

If you want a carrying case, you'll need to look elsewhere and consider investing in one of the overall best Nintendo Switch OLED cases. For anyone valuing the flexibility afforded by a case that works with the dock, you'll be happy with one of these options.

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ACNH: Today is the Fishing Tourney and here's how to catch the most fish!

Come on and get in the boat. Fish, fish!

If you've been playing Animal Crossing for a while, you might have come across a little beaver named C.J. This guy is obsessed with both fish and live streaming and will often issue you challenges for catching specific water dwellers. If you complete his challenges, you can sell fish to him for 150% of the Bells you'd get from Nook's Cranny. But that's not all he does.

C.J. hosts Fishing Tourneys on your island multiple times throughout the year. You can earn awesome Fish Swag and even some trophies for participating. Here's everything you need to know about these special competitions, along with how to catch the most fish while participating in them. Learn more and see why this is one of the best Nintendo Switch games of all time.

NOTE: If the Fishing Tourney happens during the Bunny Day event, then using fish bait ensures that you catch a fish and not a Water egg.

Animal Crossing Fishing Tourney

• When is it?
• What do you do?
• Fishing Tourney rules
• How to catch the most fish
  • Make bait
  • Fish with friends
• C.J.'s Cooler
• All rewards
• Earn trophies

When is the next Fishing Tourney?

The Fishing Tourney occurs on your island multiple times each year. Here are the dates for all 2022 Fishing Tourneys.

Tourney	Date	Time
Winter Fishing Tourney	January 8, 2022	9 AM - 6 PM
Spring Fishing Tourney	April 9, 2022	9 AM - 6 PM
Summer Fishing Tourney	July 9, 2022	9 AM - 6 PM
Fall Fishing Tourney	October 8 2022	9 AM - 6 PM

What to do for the Fishing Tourney

On Fishing Tourney days, C.J. will set up a stand in front of Resident Services. All you have to do is talk to C.J. and tell him you want to participate in the Fish Tourney. The first time you participate in the Fishing Tourney, you'll be able to do so for free. However, every time after that, you'll need to pay 500 Bells to participate.

Fishing Tourney Rules

• You must catch as many fish as possible within a three-minute window.
• You'll receive points for each fish you catch during this time. You get one point per fish. Once you've caught a total of three fish, two additional bonus points get added to your total.
• You use the points to purchase special merchandise from C.J's stand in front of Resident Services.

Fish caught	Points earned
1 fish	1 points
2 fish	2 points
3 fish	5 points
4 fish	6 points
5 fish	7 points
6 fish	8 points
7 fish	9 points
8 fish	10 points
9 fish	11 points
10 fish	12 points

The consensus is that it's tough to catch more than 10 fish during a Fishing Tourney session. As such, you're likely to make 12 points or less in one go.

How to catch the most fish

There are basically two different things you can do to increase the amount of fish you catch and thus increase the number of points you earn:

1. Craft a ton of fish bait before entering the Fishing Tourney
2. Participate in the Fishing Tourney with friends

1. Craft a lot of bait

If you want to earn the most points during the Fishing Tourney, then you're going to need to catch a bunch of fish. Here's how to do that. And yes, it's going to take some jigs and lures. You're going to want to use fish bait because it guarantees that you'll get a fish and not a tire, can, or other non-fish items.

1. Gather manila clams: Before going up to C.J. and initiating the competition, you need to craft a bunch of bait. Run around the beaches and look for holes in the sand where water comes shooting out. When you find one, use your shovel to dig at that spot, and you'll acquire a manila clam. Continue to collect until you have at least 10 manila clams. Manila clams don't stack, so make sure you have plenty of room in your inventory for them.
2. Craft some bait and a rod: Next, run to a DIY workbench and start crafting. One clam can be crafted into one piece of bait. Unfortunately, you cannot craft multiple things at once, so you'll need to craft them one at a time. We recommend having at least 10 pieces of bait in your inventory each time you participate in the Tourney. You should also have an extra rod on you in case the one you have breaks.
3. Start the Tourney: Run up to C.J. and tell him you want to participate in the Fishing Tourney.

4. Run to the nearest body of water: Now run to the beach or the closest river or pond you can find. Don't waste time looking for a fish. Immediately toss your bait into the water to make a fish appear if one isn't already at your closest location.

   

5. Cast your line: Once the shadow of a fish appears, cast your fishing pole line into the water. The bobber needs to land in front of the fish to catch its attention.
6. Catch that fish: Press A as soon as the bobber goes down to reel the fish back in.
   • Tip: The visual of the fish biting at the bobber tends to make me a little trigger happy. I find I catch fish a lot more efficiently when I rely solely on sound while fishing. Turn the volume way up, look away from the screen, and then immediately press A when you hear the bobber get pulled under.
7. Throw more bait in and continue catching fish: Once again, don't waste your time running up and down the river banks or shores looking for fish shadows. Stay in one location and continue to toss bait into the water. Each time a fish shadow appears, throw your line in front of it.
8. Head back to C.J. when time is up: When the countdown finishes, it's time to head back to that silly little beaver. He'll tally up your catches and will let you know how many points you've received. Now you can turn them in for some Fish Swag.

I'm a very visual learner, so here's a video for all you other visual learners that shows you the fastest way to catch fish:

2. Fish with friends

If you want to make things easier for yourself, invite a friend to your island during the Fishing Tourney. It turns out that C.J. counts all of the fish your friends catch during the countdown and combines them with your own catches to create a larger total. This makes it a lot easier for both of you to earn points during the Tourney and win those trophies.

The same fishing rules apply as if you were fishing on your own: You'll get bonus points for catching more than three fish in the countdown and additional points if you and your friend catch 5 fish or more together. To get your rewards, you and your friend will need to talk to C.J. separately after the countdown completes.

Animal Crossing Fishing Tourney C.J.'s Cooler

Just underneath C.J.'s stand, you'll see a large blue cooler. This cooler can hold up to 20 of the fish you've caught at a time. Make sure you cash in your catches for Bells before it gets filled up. Additionally, if you catch something rare that you want to take to Blathers or use to decorate your home, you can retrieve it by going up to the cooler, selecting the fish, and then putting it in your inventory.

Animal Crossing Fishing Tourney All Fish Swag rewards

Once you return to C.J., he'll give you points based on the number of fish you've caught. You can then trade 10 points back to C.J. for a random Fish Swag item, or you can sell the fish you've caught to him, and he'll pay 150% of the price that you'd receive from Timmy and Tommy Nook. Here are all the things you might receive for trading in Fishing Tourney points:

• Anchor Statue
• Fish Doorplate
• Fish-Drying Rack
• Fish Ponchette
• Fish Print
• Fish Print Tee
• Fish Rug
• Fish Umbrella
• Fish Wand
• Fishing-Rod Stand
• Fresh Cooler
• Marine Pop Wallpaper
• Tackle Bag

Anchor Statue

A sturdy decoration perfect for your beach or pier.

Fish Doorplate

A reddish-orange plaque that you can hang on your front door.

Fish Drying Rack

A grate with 15 drying squid on it. Place it somewhere on your island for the perfect fishing scene.

Fish Ponchette

This cute fish-shaped bag wraps around your body and completes your fishing gear ensemble.

Fish Print

With its beautiful ink on paper design, this Fish Print makes for a gorgeous piece of art in your home.

Fish Print Tee

Show off your love of fishing with this green top.

Fish Rug

With its bright blue coloring and cute design, the Fish Rug makes for a perfect bathroom floor decoration.

Fish Umbrella

In my opinion, this turquoise accessory is by far the best umbrella you can get in the game.

Fish Wand

If you haven't seen any shooting stars, then this is an especially nice reward. You can assign up to seven outfits to it and change what you're wearing simply by using the wand.

Fishing Rod Stand

Place this fishing rod on the sand or in the fishing room of your home for the perfect effect.

Fresh Cooler

This cooler actually functions like a wardrobe. You can use it to change clothes or to assign different wand outfits.

Marine Pop Wallpaper

Add a fun splash of blues, pinks, and purples to your walls with this cute pattern.

Tackle Bag

No fisher is complete without their fishing gear. Wear this around during the Tourney to complete your look.

How to get the Gold Trophy

There are three trophies you can earn while participating in the Fishing Tourney. The Bronze Trophy is rewarded to you when you earn a total of 100 points. The Silver Trophy is rewarded to you when you earn a total of 200 points. And finally, the Gold Trophy is rewarded to you if you earn a total of 300 points.

Points	Trophy
100 Points	Bronze Fish Trophy
200 Points	Silver Fish Trophy
300 Points	Gold Fish Trophy

Considering that it costs 500 Bells per session and at the most, you're likely to only make 12 points or less in one go, it's going to take a lot of time and thousands of Bells to reach that Gold Fish Trophy. But it sure will look good displayed in your house or somewhere else on your island.

Just make sure to sell all of the fish you catch back to C.J., and he'll give you 150% of the Bells that Nook's Cranny gives you. That way, you're sure to be able to afford the fee each time.

Animal Crossing Fishing Tourney

That's everything you need to know about C.J.'s Fishing Tourneys. Make sure to craft up a bunch of bait before entering the competition. That way, you're sure to nab a bunch of fish within the three-minute time limit. I hope you can catch some awesome fish in the process!

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Keep your 10.2-inch iPad safe with these rugged cases

If you're looking for the best 10.2-inch iPad heavy-duty case, you've come to the right place. On this list is a combination of cases that are rugged, reliable, and stylish. That said, the ZAGG Rugged Messenger is the one case that we feel truly checks all the boxes. It offers both the excellent looks and protection you'd need. However, if that case isn't your jam, there are plenty of cases that may be better suited to your tastes.

Best overall: ZAGG Rugged Messenger

The ZAGG Rugged Messenger delivers everything you could ask for in an iPad case. For one, the hard shell that encases the iPad itself is tough, providing 360-degree drop protection up to 6.5 feet. Also, the detachable keyboard functions both as a stand and a full keyboard with backlit keys, just like a laptop. Add to that long battery life, multi-device pairing capability, and a particular slot for your stylus, and you have quite a complete case solution.

Pros:

• 6.5-foot drop protection
• Built-in stand
• Backlit keyboard
• Apple Pencil holder

Cons:

• No color options
• A bit pricey

Best overall

ZAGG Rugged Messenger

$130 from B&H $130 from ZAGG

Ruggedized typing

This ZAGG case delivers impressive drop protection with a backlit, full-size keyboard, and a handy iPad stand.

Best value: Supveco iPad Case

Supveco's iPad case offers incredible value for the price. It brings a lot to the table as far as design and form factor is concerned. This case lives up as a heavy-duty choice because of its 5-foot drop protection, thanks in large part to its premium TPU back and PU front.

Also, the case has a magnetic smart cover with auto wake and sleep function, an Apple Pencil holder, all wrapped in a notably slim frame. Its soft and anti-slip microfiber material helps keep your precious new iPad away from scratches and scuffs.

Pros:

• 5-foot drop protection
• Apple Pencil holder
• Affordable option
• Slim build

Cons:

• Texture might be difficult to keep clean

Best value

Supveco iPad Case

• $17 from Amazon

Incredible value

Supveco's heavy-duty case has 5-foot drop protection due to a premium TPU back and PU front material used for durability.

Most unique: Soke Luxury Series Case

Soke's case has an elegant design made from a unique material (PU leather) and texture. It's heavy-duty enough to withstand a 6-foot drop. We found this to be an impressive feat for something so slim and lightweight.

That said, what makes this case unique is that its magnets are so strong that you can place your 7th generation iPad on the fridge. In addition to that, the Soke Luxury Series Case has six magnetic stand angles for viewing your favorite movie or show. You can also store away your Apple Pencil thanks to its built-in holder.

Pros:

• 360-degree full protection
• Six magnetic stand angles
• Apple Pencil holder
• Made from PU leather

Cons:

• Volume buttons are more difficult to use

Most unique

Soke Luxury Series Case

• $30 from Amazon

Luxury design at affordable cost

Soke's Luxury Series Case uses strong magnets to place your iPad on your fridge. It's perfect for when you're cooking in the kitchen.

Best industrial design: UAG Metropolis Series Case

UAG is another well-known brand that many people over the years have relied on. As far as its premium industrial design goes, UAG always grades high in that field consistently. Its design prowess is so impressive that you'll find these cases in reviewers' top list each year, which definitely says something.

The Metropolis Series Case has an impressive feather-light composite construction that highlights a solid tactile grip to protect against accidental drops. If this thing happens to hit the floor, you don't need to worry since this case delivers a certification for military drop-test standards. Moreover, users will enjoy its unique adjustable and detachable stand that is perfect for watching videos. It comes in black, magma (red), and cobalt (blue) color options.

Pros:

• Military-grade drop standards
• Adjustable and detachable stand
• Apple Pencil holder
• Tactile grip

Cons:

• No included screen protector

Best industrial design

UAG Metropolis Series Case

• $70 from Amazon$80 from Best Buy$50 from B&H

Best industrial design and stand

UAG always comes through in the design department. This case is light with a serviceable tactile grip.

Most consistent: OtterBox Defender Series Case

When you're looking for something to keep your expensive device safe from harm, sometimes going with a well-known brand is the safe way to go. We consider OtterBox to be old reliable when it comes to protecting your precious devices, as it's been delivering quality heavy-duty cases to the public for years. Its Defender Series Case is no exception as it guards your device against drops, dirt, and scrapes. This case's hard internal shell, soft outer slipcover, and built-in screen protector are the perfect deterrent for unwanted accidents.

However, the Defender Series Case's shield stand is a nice little extra feature for those who love to watch a ton of videos on their iPad. There's even a holder inside the stand where you can store your Apple Pencil.

Pros:

• Built-in screen protector
• Shield stand
• Port covers
• Can store Apple Pencil inside stand

Cons:

• No color options
• Expensive

Most consistent

OtterBox Defender Series Case

$81 from Amazon$90 from OtterBox

Old reliable

OtterBox's Defender Series 10.2-iPad Case delivers the same kind of trusted reliability found in its iPhone cases.

Best grip: Gumdrop Hideaway Case

Here's another excellent choice for your industrial design lovers out there. Gumdrop's Hideaway iPad 10.2 Case is arguably the grippiest case on this list, with grooves that resemble tire tread. It's put together with the attention of eliminating any slipping out of your hands.

The Hideaway brings all-around protection, covering both your screen and ports, while reinforced rubber bumpers on the corners prevent dings and scratches. In addition to its impressive frame, the case offers a removable stylus holder and a built-in stand. It's all of what you'd expect from a heavy-duty case.

Pros:

• All-around protection
• Great texture for extra grip
• Built-in stand
• Removable stylus holder

Cons:

• No color options
• No screen protector

Best grip

Gumdrop Hideaway Case

• $35 from Amazon

So much tread

Gumdrop's Hideaway Case legit looks like a flattened-out tire, easily making it one of the grippier heavy-duty cases on the market.

Most kid-friendly: LTROP Kids Case

If you're a parent of a young child, you know how ardent you must be when it comes to keeping pricey items in your home safe. Buying expensive tech stuff and not protecting it from harm is essentially looking for danger. Instead of risking it all, buying the right childproof case is the right approach to have.

This heavy-duty option is durable, lightweight, and shockproof. It's built tough and can withstand being beaten on or chewed on by your child. This case may not look pretty, but it can take some serious punishment, which is great for the longevity of your item.

Pros:

• Shockproof
• Multi-angle viewing
• Lightweight

Cons:

• Large form factor
• Not the prettiest design

Most kid-friendly

LTROP Kids Case

• $16 from Amazon

Childproof protection

This case protects against children who love to chew on things. Its lightweight rubber is durable and shockproof in defense of drops.

Bottom line

Finding the best case for your new iPad can be exhausting. When it comes to all your heavy-duty needs, the ZAGG Rugged Messenger is the best to get. It delivers on design and ruggedized nature, as it touts impressive military-grade drop protection with a spill-resistant, full-size keyboard. It's rare to see a case that is both slim and heavy-duty, all while carrying a top-notch keyboard in one complete package.

ZAGG's stand promises 40 degrees of tilt to help support four use modes of typing, viewing, sketching, and reading. If you don't need the keyboard at all times, you can just detach it and go with the heavy-duty shell case underneath. If you don't need a keyboard at all, take a glance at the other options on this guide. There's a best 10.2-inch iPad heavy-duty case for everyone!

Credits — The guy that worked on this guide

Jaclyn Kilani Jaclyn is a content writer at iMore. She's a longtime Apple addict with a flair for creating (written works, design, photos; you name it!) on her devices. When she's not churning out new things, Jaclyn loves exploring the world, playing with her children, and good old-fashioned baking.

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WristChat is the Apple Watch app WhatsApp won't give you

What you need to know

• WhatsApp won't make an Apple Watch app but WristApp is one new solution that you can try.
• WristApp puts your WhatsApp chats onto your Apple Watch.
• Integration with WristBoard makes replying to messages quick and easy.

Big WhatsApp users need this on their wrist.

If you've ever found yourself wishing that there was an Apple Watch version of the WhatsApp app, wish no more. WristChat is the Apple Watch app that WhatsApp won't make and you can download it from the App Store now.

The new WristChat app takes your most recent WhatsApp that threads and puts them into your wrist. You can read new messages and then reply to them if you like, all without having to ever touch your iPhone. Entering text can be done using Scribble or voice dictation, but special integration with WristBoard is another option — both apps are created by the same developer.

Setting WristChat up is as simple as scanning the QR code that the app displays on your Apple Watch and then you're all set. WristChat supports both one-on-one chats and group chats and you can customize the color of your chat bubbles with more than 10 different color options available. Customization extends to other things including whether you see profile images.

WhatsApp offers no native Apple Watch app, WristChat aims to plug that gap! With its unique integration with WristBoard, you can even type messages using a full keyboard on your Apple Watch.

Just like WhatsApp Web, setup is done through simply scanning a QR Code and you'll have instant access to all of your private and group chat messages!

If you're a big WhatsApp user this could be the best Apple Watch app you download this month — and you can download it from the App Store now. It's priced at $2.99, as is the companion WristBoard app that you should probably check out, too.

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