**The SanDisk iXpand Case Review**

I recently had the opportunity to review the SanDisk iXpand case, which allows users to add storage to their iPhone on the go. The first thing I noticed about the case is its design. It feels very solid and durable, similar to hard plastic, but it may not be the most stylish option. However, the case does a good job of indicating the storage size, with 32 GB written right on the side.

I had to remove my laser to pop the top off the case, which revealed a more standard iPhone design underneath. The lack of a Lightning Port means that users will need an adapter to charge their phone, and the headphone jack has been replaced by a standard headphone port. While this may be inconvenient for some, it's clear that SanDisk aimed to make the case as compact and convenient as possible.

One of the most interesting features of the iXpand case is its ability to back up data through Bluetooth. Users simply need to download an app called Expand Case, which allows them to transfer photos and videos from their iPhone to the case's storage. This feature is particularly useful for users who want to free up space on their phone without having to use a computer.

Another convenient feature of the iXpand case is its ability to integrate with a separate battery pack unit. This means that users can charge their phone on the go, even when they're away from home or their computer. The battery pack unit plugs into a small port at the top of the case, which is cleverly designed to make it easy to use.

Despite the iXpand case's many features and benefits, I have some reservations about its design. For example, I think the bulge in the middle of the case could be reduced without sacrificing functionality. Additionally, the added weight at the bottom of the phone may cause issues for some users. However, I do think that the idea behind the iXpand case is genius – adding storage to a phone on the go is a game-changer for many users.

Ultimately, whether or not the iXpand case is right for you depends on your specific needs and preferences. If you're looking for a convenient way to free up space on your phone without having to use a computer, then this case may be perfect for you. However, if you value style and are concerned about the added bulk of the case, then you may want to consider other options.

**My Personal Experience with the iXpand Case**

I decided to put the iXpand case through its paces by testing it out on my own iPhone. I was impressed by how easy it was to use, and how seamless the data transfer process was. However, I did experience some issues with freezing and crashing, which may be related to the case itself.

One of the most frustrating moments was when I tried to use the iXpand case to transfer files from my computer. The app didn't seem to recognize the connection between the iPhone and the case, and I had to restart both devices multiple times before it finally worked. This experience may be due to a software issue with the Expand Case app, but it was certainly inconvenient.

Despite these issues, I do think that the iXpand case has a lot of potential. Its unique design and features make it an attractive option for users who want to take control of their phone's storage on the go. However, more work needs to be done to iron out the kinks and ensure that the app works smoothly.

**Comparison to Other Accessories**

In my experience, the iXpand case is not without its competitors. There are several other accessories available that offer similar features and benefits, such as the SanDisk Lightning Dock, which allows users to charge their phone while also transferring data from a computer.

While the iXpand case may have some advantages over these other accessories – for example, its compact design and ability to integrate with a separate battery pack unit – it's clear that all of these options are designed to solve the same problem: how to add storage to an iPhone on the go.

In terms of value, I think the iXpand case is a good option. While it may not be the cheapest accessory available, its unique features and benefits make it well worth the investment for many users.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enwhat's up guys everything Apple Pro here and I just got the new SanDisk IE expand memory case so this thing is brand new it comes in three flavors 3264 and 128 GB for the uninitiated this is basically sandisk's take on Apple's memory problem how to add extra storage to your device without you know taking it apart unsoldering the pins and putting a new storage chip in so let's take a look at the case I want to see you know how it works and this is basically this guy but in a case so a little adapter that you can put into your phone and have extra storage at the ready in a case form and I'm very curious to see how it looks how it functions very very minimalistic packaging for sure so let's tear into here all right more space for what you love all right so this has some sort of sync cable included and I don't believe this has any sort of battery in it just uh basically a built-in memory card and man these cases are not cheap it feels very solid like very hard plastic like this wouldn't do very well uh when dropped I guess we'll have to uh take a look but the case does look good I like how it looks and it basically says the storage size right there 32 GB I got it in the magma red or whatever the red is all right so uh let's pop this guy into here I think I got to remove my laser so the top comes off and then it'll go ahead and slide in so there's no more lightning Port there's just your headphone jack and this is just like the iPhone 2g so you got to get an adapter to actually use it but I'm pretty sure there should be one in the case yes there is so a bit of an inconvenience just to get more storage I'm sure the speakers sound even muffled through this but you have to charge through a micro USB now you cannot use your old lightning Port anymore so welcome to uh Android world but how does it work let's take a look so uh you do have to download this separate app I expand case so I have to use Bluetooth wow huh I guess that is the only way to do it so the other one just plugs into the lightning Port all right and uh there it is so it'll go ahead and back up some of your stuff battery pack so there is an additional battery pack unit I believe that you can go ahead and put on top and it plugs into this port right here which is kind of cool so it's like a multi-use case um but really neat so let's go ahead and see what we can uh drag onto here so in here you get a nice little layout of how much storage you have on your phone how much you have on here and this only works for photos and videos so you can take your photos and videos and put it on the case but anything else like applications updates stuff like that you cannot use this for so it's a bit limited but hey it will help free up some room on your device for sure so let's do about nine Clips transfer because the last SanDisk IE expand little thing I used in my last video didn't work very well but you can create folders but let's just copy into the base storage folder and is it any faster than the lightning little adapter thing and it is so uh through Bluetooth it seems to be a little bit faster all right so that's the case but what do I personally think of it so first off about the design I'm not a big fan I think it's a very unique design but this bulge right here certainly could have been reduced have you ever seen a my SD car they are tiny I mean I don't understand why there's a huge bulge because of that but I'm sure there is a good reason for it two I hate how the bottom of the phone now has almost half an inch just added to it and you have to use an adapter to use your headphone jack I just don't like the fact that your phone becomes longer because of this case is it a good idea though absolutely I think the idea of adding storage to your phone through a case is super cool I mean I'm sure it'll come in handy for a lot of people it's just obviously Apple restricts what you can do with storage so I mean you can't use it for anything else like apps and well my phone has frozen nice nothing works but anyways so as for the case part you know it's a hit and miss for some people some people might like the design I like that you can at least choose the colors in here but it's not the slimmest case two how does the storage part work let me reset my phone and I'll tell you wow I'm really not sure if the case just caused my phone to crash or what so as I said the storage part is a little bit limited yes it will help help you free up space but only photos and videos you know for some people that's exactly what you need so it is great but would I recommend it over this guy right here I mean if you really need your storage with you on the go everywhere absolutely but this guy actually is even more useful than this it can transfer easily between computer and iPhone and it does the job it's definitely cheaper than this case so uh yeah guys hope you enjoyed this little mini review of this case I thought it was such a unique idea I haven't seen this done anywhere else so I thought I'd show you guys this firsthand and if you guys want to check this out I'll leave a link down below but definitely a very unique idea be sure to check out the video I posted yesterday a lot of cool accessories out there for the iPhone and I saw you guys did like that video so I probably will be doing a part two all right thanks for watching guys stay tuned for more videos peacewhat's up guys everything Apple Pro here and I just got the new SanDisk IE expand memory case so this thing is brand new it comes in three flavors 3264 and 128 GB for the uninitiated this is basically sandisk's take on Apple's memory problem how to add extra storage to your device without you know taking it apart unsoldering the pins and putting a new storage chip in so let's take a look at the case I want to see you know how it works and this is basically this guy but in a case so a little adapter that you can put into your phone and have extra storage at the ready in a case form and I'm very curious to see how it looks how it functions very very minimalistic packaging for sure so let's tear into here all right more space for what you love all right so this has some sort of sync cable included and I don't believe this has any sort of battery in it just uh basically a built-in memory card and man these cases are not cheap it feels very solid like very hard plastic like this wouldn't do very well uh when dropped I guess we'll have to uh take a look but the case does look good I like how it looks and it basically says the storage size right there 32 GB I got it in the magma red or whatever the red is all right so uh let's pop this guy into here I think I got to remove my laser so the top comes off and then it'll go ahead and slide in so there's no more lightning Port there's just your headphone jack and this is just like the iPhone 2g so you got to get an adapter to actually use it but I'm pretty sure there should be one in the case yes there is so a bit of an inconvenience just to get more storage I'm sure the speakers sound even muffled through this but you have to charge through a micro USB now you cannot use your old lightning Port anymore so welcome to uh Android world but how does it work let's take a look so uh you do have to download this separate app I expand case so I have to use Bluetooth wow huh I guess that is the only way to do it so the other one just plugs into the lightning Port all right and uh there it is so it'll go ahead and back up some of your stuff battery pack so there is an additional battery pack unit I believe that you can go ahead and put on top and it plugs into this port right here which is kind of cool so it's like a multi-use case um but really neat so let's go ahead and see what we can uh drag onto here so in here you get a nice little layout of how much storage you have on your phone how much you have on here and this only works for photos and videos so you can take your photos and videos and put it on the case but anything else like applications updates stuff like that you cannot use this for so it's a bit limited but hey it will help free up some room on your device for sure so let's do about nine Clips transfer because the last SanDisk IE expand little thing I used in my last video didn't work very well but you can create folders but let's just copy into the base storage folder and is it any faster than the lightning little adapter thing and it is so uh through Bluetooth it seems to be a little bit faster all right so that's the case but what do I personally think of it so first off about the design I'm not a big fan I think it's a very unique design but this bulge right here certainly could have been reduced have you ever seen a my SD car they are tiny I mean I don't understand why there's a huge bulge because of that but I'm sure there is a good reason for it two I hate how the bottom of the phone now has almost half an inch just added to it and you have to use an adapter to use your headphone jack I just don't like the fact that your phone becomes longer because of this case is it a good idea though absolutely I think the idea of adding storage to your phone through a case is super cool I mean I'm sure it'll come in handy for a lot of people it's just obviously Apple restricts what you can do with storage so I mean you can't use it for anything else like apps and well my phone has frozen nice nothing works but anyways so as for the case part you know it's a hit and miss for some people some people might like the design I like that you can at least choose the colors in here but it's not the slimmest case two how does the storage part work let me reset my phone and I'll tell you wow I'm really not sure if the case just caused my phone to crash or what so as I said the storage part is a little bit limited yes it will help help you free up space but only photos and videos you know for some people that's exactly what you need so it is great but would I recommend it over this guy right here I mean if you really need your storage with you on the go everywhere absolutely but this guy actually is even more useful than this it can transfer easily between computer and iPhone and it does the job it's definitely cheaper than this case so uh yeah guys hope you enjoyed this little mini review of this case I thought it was such a unique idea I haven't seen this done anywhere else so I thought I'd show you guys this firsthand and if you guys want to check this out I'll leave a link down below but definitely a very unique idea be sure to check out the video I posted yesterday a lot of cool accessories out there for the iPhone and I saw you guys did like that video so I probably will be doing a part two all right thanks for watching guys stay tuned for more videos peace\n"