The strange case of the iPhone 12 case that didn't fit FacebookTwitterEmail 1of2 Customers who’d bought the earlier version of Smartish’s Kung Fu Grip smartphone cases received this card when the replacement version - which fit properly - arrived at their homes. Show MoreShow Less 2of2 Matt Altschul is the president and “CEO-ish”, an Austin-based maker of smartphone cases. Show MoreShow Less The companies that make smartphone cases take a big risk whenever a new device is about to be released. Relying on public leaks and supply-chain information, they design and start manufacturing their products months early so they are available when the new handsets start shipping.