All the New iPhone 17 and Air Accessories you’ll need

Apple’s most recent phones came to market with a particularly rich roster of first-party add‑ons.

With a resuscitated MagSafe Battery designed for the iPhone Air, fresh Qi2 chargers and a material play in cases, the line focuses on faster charging, lighter protection and everyday carry convenience. Here’s a neat primer for every significant accessory and what it means for consumers.

MagSafe Battery Returns—Built for iPhone Air

The headline accessory is a $99 MagSafe Battery, which attaches to the iPhone Air for 12W of wirelessly delivered top‑ups. Apple claims it increases the Air’s endurance by as much as 65% and lets you pass‑through charge through its USB‑C port for small devices. The catch: magnetic wireless support is Air‑only; other iPhones can still sip power over a cable from the pack’s USB‑C.

And with Apple claiming a maximum video playback time of 27 hours on the Air, this add‑on effectively stretches real‑world all‑day use to the point where light users might get away without recharging at weekends.

It’s a clear indication that Apple intends MagSafe power to serve not just as a dainty cousin to MagSafe charging for the iPhone line and Apple Watch, but as a portable, wire-optional bank and not a power brick.

Crossbody Strap: carry and fit

For $59, Apple’s Crossbody strap makes an iPhone hands‑free on the go. Two strengthened anchor points hidden under the Apple Silicone and TechWoven cases allow the strap to clip in; built‑in magnets provide fast and easy adjustment of length on the move. Worn purse‑style, with the phone flipped inside out, it’s a response to the “phone as daily badge” trend that’s already commonplace in travel hubs and festivals.

New Cases: Silicone, Clear, and the TechWoven Switch

Apple’s well-known $49 Silicone cases arrive for iPhone 17 and 17 Pro in various finishes: Neon Yellow, Anchor Blue, Purple Fog, Light Moss, and Black, for the base models; Pro buyers can also choose Orange and Terracotta. The clear cases are $49 and cover the entire iPhone 17 family.

And Apple also uses FineWoven on That is no more and it is moving to TechWoven on the Pro line ($59). Available in Blue, Purple, Sienna, Green, and Black, TechWoven follows complaints about Durability of FineWoven from teardown outfits and user forums. The switch indicates a tension to provide better abrasion resistance without returning to leather, which Apple left behind before in order to have less of an environmental impact.

iPhone Air‑Only – Bumper and Translucent Styles

The Air gets exclusive designs. A $39 edge‑to‑edge bumper that has a clear back is available in Light Blue, Tan, Light Gray and Black. For a more stealthy appearance, translucent polycarbonate shells are $49 in Frost (lighter) and Shadow (darker). Both are MagSafe‑friendly and maintain the Air’s svelte appearance front and center.

Qi2 at 25W: Faster MagSafe Pucks and Broad Support

Get it with at least iPhone 171—and even iPhone 162—because it all supports Qi2 magnetic charging at a rate of up to 25W and with Apple’s updated MagSafe Charger. The puck is available with a 1m cable ($39) or 2m cable ($49). Owners of anything between the iPhone 12 and the just-announced iPhone 15 can use the new puck as well, but they only get 15W.

Qi2 was designed by the Wireless Power Consortium to enhance alignment and efficiency by means of a magnetic profile that minimises wasted power.

In practice, that translates to fewer misalignments in the middle of the night and faster, more reliable top‑ups — which is particularly good news for office desks and bedside tables where MagSafe has already become a common sight.

40W Dynamic Power Adapter: Real‑World Speed Gains

Apple’s new 40W Dynamic Power Adapter ($39) is the wired fast-charge play. Add a USB‑C cable and Apple says you’ll get to somewhere around 50% in 20 minutes for iPhone 17, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max, and 50% in 30 minutes for iPhone Air. It also charges Apple Watch and AirPods, creating a one-stop charging travel bag.

Twice the headroom, in comparison to the popular 20W bricks of the last few years, so a decent amount of charging can be done in a coffee break. It will not affect the realities of battery chemistry, but it will close the gap between a “dead phone” and a “usable phone” in the day-to-day squirts.

Small Stuff: AirTag Accessories and Watch Bands

Completing the lineup are new AirTag key rings and a fresh wave of Apple Watch bands. Those aren’t splashy, but at least they keep style parity with all the new phone colors, so your ecosystem matches across pockets and wrists.

Quick Buying Notes

If you want the absolute speediest wireless charging: Pick the new Qi2 MagSafe Charger with iPhone 17 or 16; newer;; it maxes out older iPhones at 15W even with the new puck.)

If you travel light and move fast: add the Crossbody strap to your Silicone or TechWoven case for one‑handed commutes, concerts and travel

If you hated FineWoven wear: TechWoven is the more durable successor. Initial impressions seem to favor better abrasion resistance with a fabric appearance.

If battery anxiety controls your day: for on the go, the Air‑specific MagSafe Battery is the go to can’t‑live‑without; for any iPhone 17 model, the 40W adapter is the secret hand have to have now.

You’ll need to read Apple’s own materials and Apple Newsroom for detailing the performance claims here, and to the Wireless Power Consortium for the data on the Qi2 standard’s magnetic alignment and power efficiency improvements. Collectively, this companion wave isn’t merely a splash of color — it’s a leap in terms of faster, easier charging, and more flexible day-to-day carry for iPhone 17 and the ultra‑thin Air.