If you haven't taken your iPod out of its precious little box yet because you are afraid of scratching it, you should probably do it soon before Apple comes out with an even smaller one and yours is obsolete. But there are only so many ways to protect against scratches, most of which are large, plastic, and hideous. The Invisible Shield is a great option for protecting your iPod while maintaining its sleek look. The clear covers are made from a material that was originally designed to protect helicopter blades, and if this video demonstration is any indication, they are heavy duty.

You can get your fastidious fingers on one of these covers starting at around $20, and they are custom fitted to every model of iPod.

The Invisible Shield [Shieldzone via Popgadget]