So you bought your Pioneer Inno or your Samsung Helix, but you don't like the case it comes with. Sure it's good-looking, sturdy, and protective. But you're not happy that it covers the controls.

Well, you'd be excited to know that Speck has released a leather case ($34.99) for the Helix and Inno that protects your radio's screen while giving you access to the play controls. The case even comes in pink (or the traditional black).

Sorry to disappoint, but when I tried out the case, it was horrible. The magnetic flaps on the top didn't close all the way, letting the radio fall out if I turned it upside down (as well as looking just plain bad, as in the photo at left). The protective plastic scratches easily, and the stitching is pretty bad and cheap-looking. The clip that comes with the Executive case is bulky and makes a lot of noise when you twist it.

On top of all that, the product names are sexist. The black case is named Executive, while the pink one is named Lady. What about the lady executive?

So, stick with the original case, or try another brand (although it looks like Belkin is the only other one available).