iPhone 17 cases to buy now ahead of the official launch date

Tomorrow is a big day for Apple fans as the tech giant opens pre-orders for its highly anticipated iPhone 17. The new phone will go on general sale from September 19.

It is designed with contoured edges, thinner borders, and durable materials on the front for added protection. The iPhone 17 also comes in Pro and Max models, but there's an all-new device too - the iPhone Air.

Tech fans who are keen to snap up the new iPhone 17 can also order phone cases from today. There are plenty on offer from the likes of Casetify, Apple, Amazon andIpitaka with varying price points from premium to budget.

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Elsewhere, Skinnydip has lots of fun and playful phone cases for Galaxy owners. For instance, this monochrome casehas a micro-bow print all over it, and there are options for S25 and S24 phones.

Meanwhile, consumers on the lookout for a new tablet case can find plenty on Amazon, including cases for Apple and Galaxy tablets. This ESR for iPad (A16) 11th Generation Case is £199.99 and comes in a range of colours (black, navy, green, pink, and more).

Casetify

Casetify has many options, including some of its most popular lines reinvented for the iPhone 17. This Mirror Case is priced at £66. It not only protects the device but also doubles as a mirror, saving owners space in their bags. It also has a thick black border to decrease damage to the phone if people drop it.

Shoppers who don't like the mirror design can opt for the brand's Glaze Case (also £66), which has a coloured background instead of a reflective one. Choose from orange, lavender, pink, blue and more. Casetify says both the mirrored case and the coloured ones 'basic protection' for phones.

For more robust protection, shoppers can opt for the Bounce Case MagSafe (£76), which offers 'extreme protection' and is offered in one colour: black. All of the Casetify phone cases listed are available in various sizes for the iPhone 17, Pro and Max.

Ipitaka

Ipitaka is a premium brand that promises 'high-performance materials and intentional design'. Here, shoppers can pre-order cases for iPhone 17, Pro and Max models.

This Moment.Sunset case is priced from £44 and features a gradient design made up of browns, beiges and orange. The case is described as 'ultra thin and feather-light for a barely-there feel'.

It's 100% MagSafe compatible and wireless charging ready. It also comes in a gradient blue shade, this case is called Moment Moonrise and is the same price. For tech fans who prefer a simple phone case, Ipitaka has also just released a textured casein black or grey hues (from £44).

Apple

Apple has released a collection of minimalistic phone cases for the iPhone Pro and Max models. Prices start from £59 and there's a range of colours to choose from, such as green, black, blue, purple and burnt orange.

This case is crafted with a custom technical woven fabric made from recycled polyester. Featuring two connection points, it can securely attach to the Crossbody Strap, allowing you to wear your iPhone hands-free.

The Crossbody Strap is sold separately and also costs £59. It's available in the same colours as the phone case.

Amazon

For cheaper options, look to Amazon, where there are a few cases for less than £20. This ESR case for iPhone 17 is £18.99. It is transparent and available in lots of colours, including blue, pink, green, black and more.

The brand, ESR, says the case offers 'military-grade drop protection'.