Apple iPhone 17 Air to Launch With Bumper Case, Possible Battery Case

Mark Gurman of Bloomberg has shared details about potential accessories for the iPhone 17 Air, including a bumper case. Apple is known for releasing specific accessories alongside its phones. The new iPhone 17 Air, with its focus on a slimmer design, could come bundled with a bumper case. This bumper case would protect the edges of the device without covering the back. Apple previously offered a similar bumper case for the iPhone 4 in 2010. This design approach allows for protection while maintaining the phone’s sleek appearance. It would provide a compromise for users who desire edge protection but wish to avoid a bulkier case. Apple gave away free bumper cases for the iPhone 4 to resolve issues with its antenna. Additionally, there are discussions about an iPhone 17 battery case. This is due to expectations of a smaller battery in the iPhone 17 Air. Apple last released a battery case for the iPhone 11 models, which was followed by the MagSafe Battery Pack, now discontinued, for iPhone 12 models and later.