Apple pulled off a juggling act on this year's Prime Day, announcing four new iPhone 12 models at the same time Amazon's two-day sale begins. Since pre-orders do not begin until Friday, deals on the iPhone 12 itself are limited. However, case makers are rolling out several Prime Day discounts on accessories designed with the iPhone 12 in mind.

Don't expect huge savings from these Prime Day iPhone 12 case deals - in most cases, you're saving one or two bucks. And with a few exceptions, these are not deals involving some of the most well-known case makers, who will likely announce deals of their own once the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro go on sale later this month. Instead, these case makers are trying to set themselves apart from their competitors by offering deals on their own iPhone 12 cases.

If you plan to order any of the iPhone 12 models and just want a basic case to protect your new phone, these Prime Day deals give you a chance to save a little on your next phone accessory before Prime Day ends at midnight PT tonight (October 14) It gives you a chance. Just note that many of these require you to click the coupon button before adding them to your cart.

Also, check out our iPhone 12 pre-order guide to get the lowest price on your new phone.

When purchasing an iPhone case, make sure it is designed specifically for the iPhone model you plan to purchase. iPhone 12 cases are available in four models: iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max. to choose from.

Most cases initially sold will be made of plastic rather than more elaborate materials. Still, you will find some additional features, such as slots for cash and credit cards and a kickstand to prop up the phone. As you shop, check to see if the retailer offers information on drop tests - some cases withstand drops from a certain height, which can come in handy if your main goal is to make sure your iPhone 12 remains protected rated to do so.

We expect more exciting iPhone 12 options to emerge even after Prime Day ends and iPhone 12 sales heat up. If you're looking for a great deal on an older model, be sure to check out our iPhone 12 pre-order buying guide and iPhone 11 deals just before Prime Day.