For $20, today's side deal gets smartphoners a shatterproof, custom-designed case for an iPhone 3G/3Gs from Uncommon (a $39.95 value).

Uncommon's brainy engineers have crafted durable polycarbonate cases that accouter plain iPhones with a fresh blend of style and sturdiness. Head to Uncommon's artwork page and browse through a wide collection of colorful artwork and photographs, or upload your own masterwork for custom affixation to the new sheath. Once your order is processed, Uncommon's proprietary “3DTATT” (Thermo-Active Transdermal Technology) embeds your ink, inserting pigments permanently into the case. When the shiny artificial epidermis arrives, you'll notice its twin-shot dark-matter bezel, which keeps the screen safe and open, as well as the convenient capsule design with a removable end piece, which promotes simple docking and hugs the phone with a firm, slightly creepy polycarbonate embrace. Uncommon's encasements provide a safe, handy way to supply a special sheen and protection to your iProducts.

Shipping is not included.

Reviews

Uncommon was featured on Reactual Lab Reviews and Cult of Mac. Three Apple.com reviewers give these custom iPhone cases five stars:

• I purchased this phone cover as a gift for someone and had to order another for myself. I love it! The capsule design is indestructible. – CK from Hershey, Apple.com
• This is my third iPhone case and it is by far my favorite. It is so sturdy and functional. – LA, Apple.com
• I really had a fun time making this case. The design turned out brilliantly. – Traci Dauphin, Cult of Mac