Today my iPhone 4 slipped out of my hands while getting into the car. It didn't drop far but the back shattered and created tiny shards of razor sharp glass.

I didn't expect the new iPhone to be bomb proof and understand that the chemically hardened glass is there to stop scratches, but I feel that having the glass on both sides has made the phone 'slippy' to handle and there is now double the chance of a smash.

I use a hard-backed leather pouch to protect the phone when not in use but now feel the back *and front* needs protecting with a permanent case.

So my warning to you is to wear protection.

It's a real shame that something that looks so nice has to be covered up to protect it.

(Sent from *smashed* iPhone)

Update August 6th: I popped into The Carphone Warehouse and noticed they were doing a deal 'buy one case get another half price' ... so I went for these ...

Update August 11th: See new blog post: iPhone 4 Glass Replacement (Rear)

If you are a company that provides replacement backs for the iPhone 4, get in touch via richard@mackney.com and I'll be happy to test out your product and inform other unfortunate people where they can get hold of the replacement.