I use them because I have large hands. I have a difficult time with smaller phones as well, which is why I usually stick with clamshell type layout cell phones.
I like them because they are comfortable. I had the straps for a while, but found myself not using them, so I removed them. It's difficult for me to use the strap with my gigantic hands. It's simply not long enough.
The only time I take the jacket off is when I put it into the Wii Wheel. I pull the bottom of the sleeve off to put them into my recharger. I searched for a recharger and actually found one that has Li-Po batteries and the casing looks the same as the original, plus it's charging points.
I'd probably use it without, but I have a hard time pulling my long fingers in to hit the buttons as is. Making it smaller would only frustrate me.
I have had my Wii since last October and I haven't noticed any dirt buildup, but I store my things away and always wash and dry my hands before using my electronics.
I also like the fact that the jacket covers the Nunchuck port at the bottom when it isn't in use. I know that they used gold pins in these systems contacts, but even gold tarnishes and it's best not to have something like that exposed constantly that is being handled. You'd be amazed at what the acids in your skin can destroy. I don't handle any of the chrome plated plastic parts of my toy collection either for the same reason.
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