MapiCases has announced 12 new styles of protective cases for the iPhone 5, including premium leather snap-on, belt holster, wallet, pouch and ultra slim models. The lineup consists of 12 new cases and one combo set:

° Ainos Wallet Flip Case: The Ainos wallet case (top photo) flips open to reveal an edgeless cover that allows complete access to the screen. Three cardholder slots on back of the case store ID, cash, keys or cards. The flip feature allows for both protection and complete access while your device is still secure inside the case.  

° Alinda Leather Belt Case: The Alinda belt case is a holster style cover with a leather bound belt clip that rotates 360 degrees so users may orient the device at any angle. Magnets flap forward to secure the iPhone inside the soft, lined case.

° Fits Slim and Soft Leather Pouch: The Fits is a leather pouch style case with a slim design that hugs tight to the iPhone 5 with y access at any time. The leather pouch is lined with soft material to protect against bumps and scratches.

° Myra Wallet Snap Case: The Myra is an all-in-one wallet-style case with three pockets for holding money, credit cards and identification cards, as well as your device.

° Nais Belt Case: The Nais is a holster style belt clip case that provides secure storage for your iPhone. Its leather bound belt clip rotates 360 degrees for access to the phone at any angle.

° Nicea Book Case: The Nicea Book is a wallet-style, leather case that's lightweight and slim enough to be stored comfortably in most pockets. It opens like a book and reveals a pocket for money and several business, banking or identification cards.

° Olbia Slim Cardholder Case: The Olbia Cardholder is a slim pouch with the addition of three card/identification slots located on the back of the case. The leather outside and soft lining inside protects the iPhone from shocks and scratches.

° Orion SmartCase: The Orion offers a smartcase style screen cover that rolls up into a phone stand to provide multiple viewing positions. Its pivoting stand offers a hands-free portrait mode for video chatting or landscape mode for watching a video.  

° Parion Strap Case: The Parion is a slim, leather case that is sleek enough to slip into most pockets. The textured leather is accented with a fashionable cross-stitching and is lined with a soft fabric to prevent scratches and abrasions. The case comes with a ribbon strap that allows for easy access to the iPhone 5.

Simena Slim Pouch Case: The Simena pouch is a slim case designed to fit into pockets and small bags. The saddle stitching along the seams matches the color of the leather for added style.

° Smyrna Case: The Smyrna case features soft, glossy premium leather that provides protection of the device.

° Tion Wallet Slim Case: The Tion is a wallet case created for convenience with three slots on the back of the case to hold your credit, debit or ID cards firmly in place. Its open face design offers viewing and access to all phone controls.

° Alinda + Smyrna Combo Pack (bottom photo): The Alinda + Smyrna cases are designed to be used in conjunction for sleek, protective and functional coverage of the iPhone 5. The Smyrna fits tight to your phone, while the Alinda acts as a holster-style case for further functionality.

The new MapiCases iPhone 5 cases are now available for pre-order on www.MapiCases.com and through retailers such as Amazon.com. Prices range from US$30 to $90.