What are accessories you thought were too expensive or too overhyped, but ended up trying anyway and were pleasantly surprised?

Hi! I’m a grad student in Marketing (Research & Data track) working on a paper about real-world iPhone accessory usage. Could you share: • Your 2–3 daily-use accessories (e.g., MagSafe charging pad, magnetic power pack, USB-C cable, 30W PD wall charger, wireless earbuds). • Your exact iPhone model (+ case type if you’d like). Thanks!

Every time I get a new iPhone I always buy some accessories and think about some.

For my iPhone 14 Pro (Deep Purple) I will buy:

- Apple Silicon Case (Elderberry)
- MagSafe Charger (I don't have it yet)

Just thought about Apple Care+ but because I will buy a case I think I won't need it.

What about you? What accessories will you get? Or will you get the iPhone "naked"?

What accessories do you guys actually use and feel make a legit difference in your iPhone experience?

I recently grabbed the MagSafe charger, and I didn’t think it’d be a big deal but the convenience is great.

Is there something out there that I’m seriously missing?

I'm new in general with Apple and iPhones, is it worth it to buy a Mac Store's mica and case for my iPhone 13? Or would you recommend buying one from a third party vendor?

I love taking photo with my iPhone and having this grip attached feeling more like i'm holding DSLR camera. It a bit bulky compared to other brands but for using experience it's good.

Just curious as I’m doing a little shopping for my phone as it’s about a week from being shipped finally. What am I missing?

What is/are the accessories you purchased that suit your everyday needs or preferences? Cheapest to Expensive.

Hello! A few days ago, I bought an iPhone 16 Plus Ultramarine, upgrading from a 12 Pro Max that I’ve been using since 2022. For my previous phone, I purchased an original charger (the cable was already included), many cases over time from Shein/Aliexpress/Temu, screen protectors also from these websites, and charging cables from Baseus along with a power bank for situations when I traveled out of town for a few days. This way, I didn’t have to carry the original charger and risk losing it, which would have upset me.

This time, I’d like to ask you: what accessories do you use for your phones? Do you prefer original cases or cheaper alternatives? Do you use skins? What’s your opinion on them? What power banks do you recommend—MagSafe or wired? How do you protect your phone, and what tips do you have for keeping it in the best possible condition, both in terms of battery life and appearance? Do you know any methods to maintain the phone’s aesthetics while also keeping it safe?

Personally I love Andobil’s MagSafe ring. I’m looking for more cool accessories and was wondering if there’s something that you guys really enjoy

I just ordered a 15 Pro Max to replace my 8+. So all the accessories will have to be bought new. Right now, I’m looking to keep it to necessities only. I also have a ¥10,000 (about $70 US) accessories only credit at the Japan Apple store. I think I can get a single item up to ¥10000, or several up to ¥5000. Looking for the best bang for buck.

Is there something special about this case they sell at the Apple Store (¥8000), or are they over priced and basically the same as something like this (¥2000)?

https://www.apple.com/jp/shop/product/MT233FE/A/magsafe対応iphone-15-pro-maxクリアケース?fnode=e90128e5d6f6c82c32537d7b5344445b8327bc910e6382d3683da6a23da73aa07b87c440df936188663d8683ba98609b62655504c704f52a42b29bb12a86c530311c806e06fa745b7e65969a55d8af492bb43eaf2e88d8a7148edb2526fb5694

https://www.amazon.co.jp/Compatible-Protection-Yellowing-Smartphone-Clear_Black/dp/B0CC1F4V7Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=1ALFT32SZ6O7V&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xO4OPpSpIZ2SoTDw4hkxUfNelVvyX8ESS658JCsnL5b4xLJQixcYklOV0rNtMN8LV_dA_vmTrOPEi3E9YdxanKGQVMrrBUL1BCZCAIDsptO1i3YWyn721uZvkOdvawb1TMw3hObbLVdDjGx7vSa3Pw4VElWOsEsH1g3annnfiLbQfDQPIlLhPdDLl-yoUb4IdEjvaHcYzve7cfON7k0BIA.erjBIYWP5-ZZ0WjKLs7sINu5rqugoHpqJL3_DemFo2c&dib_tag=se&keywords=iphone%2B15%2Bpro%2Bmax%2Bケース&qid=1710428481&sprefix=iphone%2B15%2B%2Caps%2C236&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1

Side question regarding the case and Phone:
My current 8+ case has a 3cm metal circle attached to the back of the case which sticks to a 3.5 cm strong magnet on my car dashboard (allows me to see the phone screen vertically, I use this daily). Will my new phone or case automatically attach to the magnet? Or will I have to fix a similar metal plate to the back of the new case? Would that metal plate interfere with anything like wireless charging?

Also, I need to transfer photos and videos directly to and from the iPhone and an HDD. Is the included cable able to do this?

And can I continue to use the small cube wall adapters from my iPhone 8 to charge the iPhone 15 Pro Max? Or is it necessary to buy the higher wattage adapter? If I understand correctly, this is not good for the battery. Im not in a rush to charge at the batteries expense.

Ive never used wireless charging. Is there a reason to buy the MagSafe charger? The one real utility I can see is if I want to use the headphones while charging (which actually may be useful for me sometimes, as I use the headphones a lot).

If none of these things are necessary, then I’m thinking to use the store credit to buy a couple of extra USB-C charging cables (as all my lightning cables will be useless), and an AirTag. I’ve never had an AirTag, and it may come in useful. Does the AirTag show up on other peoples iPhones, or is its usage and location strictly for me? I ask because a family member had accidentally left one in the car, and I was surprised that my phone alerted me to its location, even though I had never paired with it or knew of its existence.

I had been considering getting wireless AirPods, but they’re a bit expensive, and I use my wired EarPods so much that I’m sure the battery would constantly be dead.

Thanks so much for your help

Got my first iPhone. 16 pro. Quite an upgrade for me coming from pixel 4a. Just some quick questions.

• Which is the best brand for back cases?

• Do you folks use back panel protector film?

• Any other useful accessory?

P.S. I don't have an apple+ protect.

Just ordered a preloved iPhone 12 Pro Max via Virgin cell phone service provider. I'm switching over from Android. What accessories should I get, will I need a charger, case, screen protector? Thanks

Made the switch from an 11 to 14 Max and am super pumped to utilize MagSafe accessories. Are there any that you all recommend that you can’t seem to live without now?

Besides the chargers, wallets or popsockets, what are some weird gift-worthy MagSafe accessories that you know?

One thing I came across is a MagSafe DSLR-like handle. Didn’t think it’d be useful to me, but it’s so cool!