Shopping2026-03-08/5 min read
Complete iPhone 17 Case Buying Guide
Everything to look for before buying a cover. We analyze case thickness, magnets, and buttons.
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Rohan Mehta/The iPhone Project Journal
A quality case needs: 1. **Raised lips**: 1.2mm for screen and camera safety. 2. **N52 magnets**: For secure MagSafe alignment. 3. **Independent buttons**: Machined metal buttons for responsive clicks.