Banana, plush and gun: who needs a mobile phone case like this?
16.1.2026
Translation: machine translated
Pictures: Stefanie Lechthaler
Who buys such things? Galaxus has the weirdest things. Here are my finds from the category: strange mobile phone cases.
The smartphone case is not only protection for the phone, but for many people it is also a style statement for which they are willing to compromise on practicality. I think I know someone who does. Cough cough.
Because the down jacket for my smartphone is slowly falling apart, I rummaged through the shop for a new case - and discovered lots of absurd ones.
I wonder who is walking around with it?
I've made a few guesses.
Not a case, but an accessory
These cases are changed by their owners every day. A new one is used depending on the outfit or event. Possible frutti di mare pizza at the Italian restaurant today? The lobster case has to be put on. Romantic date? Full lips, of course.
Mobile phone covers
RPD iPhone Xr/11 - Lustige 3D Toast-Hülle aus weichem Silikon mit Brot-Optik
Apple iPhone 11, Apple iPhone XR
Generation: flip cover
People with a flip cover are at least 50 years old. They often stare over their glasses at the mobile phone screen with a furrowed brow and raised eyebrows, enthralled by the AI-generated Jesus riding the red dolphin. The mobile phone case is also their wallet. And that is also practical. Because if it gets lost, everything is gone in an instant.
Mobile phone covers
CHF25.90
MU Classic Wild Series Universal Outdoor Belt Phone Case (5.4 to 6.9")
Universal
OMG it's so fluffy!
No one can deny that the smartphone has become man's most faithful companion. But people with a cover like this take it to the extreme. With the plush cover, they transform their device into man's best friend twice over. The odd fungal spore is likely to nestle in unnoticed. «Not so tragic, a bit of dirt is good for everyone», they would reply and give their cover a name: «Of course Fido can sleep in my bed!»
Mobile phone covers
CHF22.95
PhoneLook Fourre Coque amusante 3D grenouille avec bras longs
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
Incredibly unwieldy
This assortment of protective cases is almost too crazy to be true. Not only are they difficult to hold, let alone clean. Dust catchers à gogo that will never fit in a trouser or jacket pocket. Have they been produced just for the gag? In any case, I refuse to believe that there is a single person in this world who walks around with one of these. Except perhaps those who want to be extraordinary on a whim.
Mobile phone covers
CHF14.95
PhoneLook Coque Grand couteau de cuisine avec poignée
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Mobile phone covers
CHF19.95
PhoneLook Case Realistic Pistol 3D with usable trigger lever
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
I mean ... WTF?!
The willing to compromise
People with a case like this try to strike a balance between smartphone protection and making a personal statement. Just enough to have enough of both. What remains, however, is the worst of both worlds: A cheap plastic case with an Edelweiss-Hömmli print that yellows after two weeks of use.
Mobile phone covers
CHF11.90
Cover-Discount Galaxy A16 - Cover mobile phone case with stylish motif
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
3D patterns for overly likeable people
People with a mobile phone case like this most likely work in the Galaxus editorial team, are hyper-intelligent, good-looking and creative. They are so relaxed that they let others touch their mobile phone case and even enjoy their fascination. Unfortunately, they are also a little disappointed because most of the cases in the shop are not compatible with their smartphone model. Cough cough cough cough.
Mobile phone covers
CHF31.95
PhoneLook Coque Silicone 3D coussins brillant & réfléchissant
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Mobile phone covers
CHF13.95
PhoneLook Coque Silicone avec forme de vague 3D mat
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Totally weird
These models are probably only used by geniuses or madmen. It's a fine line, as we all know. Although, if you pull a hood over half of the screen, you're probably close to insanity. Or are you hiding a secret on your smartphone that could fundamentally change the world as we know it?
Mobile phone covers
CHF22.95
PhoneLook Case Funny Fun Case 3D Retro Nokia Phone with Mirror
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Mobile phone covers
CHF14.95
PhoneLook Fourre Coque amusante 3D Adorable monstre en peluche avec capuchon de bouche
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
You want to amuse yourself with even more crazy gugus in the Galaxus shop?
You're welcome:
Header image: Stefanie Lechthaler
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