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That Ugly Square on Last Year’s Clear iPhone Case Is Gone, and the iPhone 18 Pro Replacement Looks Like What It Should’ve Been

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Apple on Wednesday unveiled a new collection of cases, straps, and wallets for the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and AirPods Pro 3, including an all-new wrist strap and a revised clear case that swaps last year’s square MagSafe alignment ring for a circular one.

The wrist strap is the most notable addition. Available in Burgundy, Crisp Blue, Olive, Taupe, Magenta, and Black, the accessory works with both the iPhone 18 Pro lineup and AirPods Pro 3. This makes it a rare cross-product release from Apple.

Revised Clear Case Drops the Square Ring

The updated clear case carries the most visible design change in this accessory refresh. Last year’s model featured a square outline around the MagSafe charging area, a detail that drew criticism from users who felt it broke the clean look of a transparent case.

The new version replaces that square with a circular ring, bringing it closer to what buyers typically expect from a clear case.

Beyond the clear case, Apple has refreshed its TechWoven and Silicone cases with MagSafe and added a matching FineWoven Wallet in several new colors.

  • TechWoven Case with MagSafe: Burgundy, Olive, Taupe, Chambray Blue, Mulberry, and Black.
  • Silicone Case with MagSafe: Magenta, Black, Navy Blue, Crisp Blue, Olive, and Burgundy.
  • FineWoven Wallet with MagSafe: Dark Olive, Burgundy, Wildflower Blue, Magenta, Navy, and Black.

Crossbody Strap Gets the Widest Color Range

The Crossbody Strap returns with nine color options, the broadest selection in the new accessory collection: Burgundy, Crisp Blue, Olive, Taupe, Navy Blue, Light Gray, Sand, Magenta, and Black.

Like the Wrist Strap, it attaches via MagSafe and is compatible with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.

There’s a potential compatibility question with iPhone 17 Pro cases. Apple’s product listings for the new cases don’t explicitly confirm support for last year’s models, and the company hasn’t said whether changes to the camera bump or button placement could affect the fit.

All cases, straps, and the FineWoven Wallet are available to order now through Apple’s online store.

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