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I'm no tech expert, but I've recently discovered a few accessories that have made using my phone a better experience - especially as a city commuter. One of those gadgets is a $4, which makes it easier to hold on to my iPhone X and to use it one-handed, and the other is a case with a built-in card wallet.
These are slightly different than the folio cases, which usually have card wallets and a flap that folds over and covers the screen of the phone when it's not in use. The ones I prefer have slots on the back of the case and no screen cover.
I don't use my wallet case as a replacement for a real wallet, but it allows me to carry around a few of the essentials I need regular access to, like my metro card, a credit card, and my work ID. Now that I've been carrying mine around for a while, I'm convinced there's no better option out there for commuters or city-dwellers who need frequent access to their various cards and IDs.
Here are 7 card wallet cases to keep your essentials close:
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