Smartphone Accessories

There are 8 million different leather and plastic iPhone 18 Pro cases out there, but not very many quite like these Luriax models. They are finished with a soft and luxurious suede-like material, and here are my personal thoughts after testing them out with Apple’s pro-grade handset.

The iPhone 18 Pro has arrived and so have a sizable collection of new case options. If you’re not going with one of Apple’s new 18 Pro covers, we have already rounded up some of the best options over at 9to5Mac, but we have also secured some early exclusive discounts on a range of case styles for 9to5 readers, from metal and leather, to wood and suede-like options. Alongside some early discounts on more affordable models from Spigen, TORRAS, and others, you can head below to land some exclusive discounts.

We are always on the look out for new and interesting iPhone accessories, and this year we are highlighting the new suede-like iPhone 18 Pro cases from Luriax. The brand is best known for its handcrafted Italian Alcantara gear, and this year it is wrapping your iPhone 18 Pro (and previous models) in the sumptuous suede-like material to add a touch of luxury to your new handset. Perhaps best of all, 9to5 readers can use code 9TO5 at checkout to knock 10% off sitewlide. 

We are taking a closer look at the latest metal skeleton cases from Arc for iPhone 18 Pro. The Arc Pulse has made headlines in the iPhone bumper case world for more than a couple years now, but does the tried and tested design still standout the way it used to? Here are my hands-on impressions fo the new Matte Dark Red colorway.

Alto Collective, a brand specializing custom engraved, natural wood iPhone cases for over a decade now, is ready to sheath your new iPhone 18 Pro. And 9to5 readers can score 10% off any order using code 9TO5MAC at checkout. 

Hot on the heels of debuting the new Burgundy variant of its popular 45W Nano Smart Display charger, Anker is back with the new Nano Charger Neo. This latest model joins the brand’s growing lineup of compact USB-C chargers and brings AVS support to the mix for newer devices like the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. It skips the smart display found on the Nano Smart Display model, but makes up for it with 45W sustained output and up to 65W dynamic charging, using AVS to more precisely adjust voltage and power delivery based on the connected device. It’s now up for grabs at $25.99 shipped, and you can get it in a handful of finishes. Head below for a closer look and more details.

We are starting off our 2026 iPhone case review schedule with a tried, tested, and true model – the Nomad Modern Leather Case. The brand does have a new Baja polycarbonate model, but I love its leather vibes and I just needed to test out the Limited Edition Burgundy Horween Leather with Apple’s Burgundy iPhone 18 Pro. Spoiler alert: It’s really nice. 

Apple’s new Burgundy iPhone 18 Pro finish is already making huge waves online, and it’s easily turning out to be a popular pick this year. Joining the growing lineup of Burgundy iPhone accessories is Anker’s brand-new MagGo 2 Pro power bank in the Burgundy Red finish, which is now up for grabs at Amazon just in time for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max delivery day. You can now snag this Qi2.2 25W MagSafe power bank to match your Burgundy iPhone 18 Pro for $109.99 shipped. It is, in fact, available in a handful of other finishes, each made to complement the new iPhone 18 Pro finishes this year.

Apple unleashed iPhone 18 Pro (John Ternus) in an all-new Burgundy paint job (Burgundy long sleeve tee) and that means the new deep wine-colored accessories are flooding in. I’m all the way in on the new Burgundy colorway, have already pre-ordered my iPhone 18 Pro, and might even rock an all dark cherry-purple accessory setup this year. We are taking a look at all of the new burgundy iPhone 18 Pro cases, chargers, cables, and accessories and you’ll find them all down below with even more to come soon. 

There are some wonderful proper leather cases out there for iPhone, and Bluebonnet is easily one of the best. This is small American operation born in a studio in Austin, Texas making some of the most beautiful full-grain leather iPhone cases you’ll find anywhere – I have been using one for about a year on and off now, and absolutely love it. Plus, we have secured 9to5 readers an exclusive 20% off the new Minimalist Full-Grain Leather iPhone 18 Pro MagSafe Case using discount code 9to5 at checkout. 

Lot of manufacturers have started dishing out Burgundy accessories to match the latest iPhone 18 Pro lineup, and now Anker has also unleashed a Burgundy Red variant of its popular 45W Nano smart display charger. This new model comes hot on the heels of the new iPhone 18 Pro series, and it’s now up for grabs via the brand’s online store for $34.99 shipped with an on-page $5 off promo code. This one lands right after we saw Baseus’ new 100W Burgundy smart display charger, and it’s worth picking up if you’ve got the new iPhone 18 Pro/Max model in Burgundy. Head below for a closer look and more details.

The new SANDMARC iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max cases have arrived. Among my personal favorite models out there, the brand is once again delivering its unique combination leather and metal treatment, this time in some new colors including a “deep wine” Burgundy tone. We also have an exclusive 10% off for 9to5 readers using code 9TO510 at checkout.

The new iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and iPhone Duo foldable have arrived, and so have the all-new leather Burton Goods cases. The brand delivers some of the best artisan American leather covers you can buy, and they are now ready for Apple’s latest…we also have exclusive deals for 9to5 readers. Details below. 

CASETiFY has arrived with its new iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max case lineup featuring 30,000+ designs and extensive personalization options. While it is readying new models for the new iPhone Duo, they aren’t quite ready for prime time just yet. 

MUJJO has long since been among our favorite case maker brands, and it is now ready with its iPhone 18 Pro collection. It has now been rolled into its parent Troubadour company, but we are talking about one the best in the game and one of Europe’s “leading makers of premium leather mobile accessories” – the new covers for Apple’s latest have arrived from Troubadour and MUJJO. 

The all-new Nomad iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo case collection has arrived. This year Nomad is bringing back all of its staple leather models – some of the best in the business – as well introducing some new Baja Rugged cases and some all-new options to wrap Apple’s iPhone Duo in its wonderful leather treatments.

Arc is back at it again for the new iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Apple debuted today. The Arc Pulse is certainly not for everyone, but if you are into these sorts of metal bumper cases, it is also certainly one of the best you can buy. 

Anker showed off a whole bunch of new charging gear at IFA 2026, and you can already get your hands on one of them now. The brand’s new Nano Universal Charger with smart display is now up for grabs via the brand’s official online store and its Amazon storefront for $79.99 shipped. This is the first one from its IFA 2026 lineup to hit the shelves, but you can also sign up to secure a launch deal on the new MagGo Pro 2 25W Qi2.2 power bank. Head below for a closer look and more details on the Nano travel charger.

Lexar is joining the IFA 2026 announcements with a wild new portable SSD called Muse. This is being billed by Lexar as the world’s thinnest portable SSD, measuring just 3.8mm at its thickest point. It tapers further down to only 1mm around the edges, which is seriously impressive. That makes it more like a thin metal card than the usual chunky external drive we’re used to, and Lexar says it pulled that off with high-density NAND stacking and a custom ultra-thin PCB architecture. Head below for a closer look and more details.

IFA 2026 is currently in full swing, and brands including Anker and Belkin have already rolled out a fresh batch of charging gear and other accessories as part of their announcements. UGREEN is jumping in now with a trio of new MagFlow products of its own, expanding its already-popular MagFlow lineup. The brand is launching a new 10,000mAh magnetic power bank, a 3-in-1 charging stand, and a foldable 2-in-1 charger, with all three built around Qi2 25W wireless charging. All three units are now up for grabs at Amazon via the brand’s official storefront, and you can even cash in on some launch deals. The highlight of the lot, though, is easily the new MagFlow Pro Magnetic Power Bank, which UGREEN says is the world’s first liquid-cooled Qi2 25W magnetic power bank. Head below for a closer look and more details.

As part of its IFA 2026 announcements, Anker has unleashed its new 10,000mAh MagGo Pro 2 power bank. This is a Qi2.2-certified model that can deliver up to 25W output wirelessly, and it also has a bunch of other noteworthy features including a built-in cooling fan, a smart display, and so on. The MagGo Pro 2 carries a $109.99 price tag, but Anker is already offering a 20% launch deal if you grab one early. Head below for more details.

Alongside a host of new chargers landing today from Anker, Belkin has landed at IFA 2026 with some new gear of its. This year it is introducing a pair of semi-solid-state power banks – the new UltraCharge Pro with BoostSolid Cell lineup. 

Anker is debuting a host of new charging gear at IFA 2026. The theme this year is once again display-laden power devices, complete with real-time charging status, fun animations, and useful temperature/power usage data. But Anker has also told us it has upped its recognition game, delivering embedded tech that knows what type of device you’re powering (even the brand and model in some cases now) to ensure safe and efficient charging that helps preserve your battery. Check out the new MagStand, Laptop Charger Pro, MagGo Power Bank Pro 2, and more down below. 

Not all power banks are made equal. Some feature one of the most impressive designs I have ever seen with an onboard display, the ability to charge two MacBooks at once, RGB lighting, and a a pair of window cutouts in the solid metal housing to put the internal tech on display – Sharge’s new Shargeek 300 Power Bank is amazing and you should, at the very least, check this thing out while the launch deal is live. Here are some of my hands-on impressions.

Google’s new phones are now available for pre-order, and one of our favorite cases that sort of isn’t a case at all is now ready for your Pixel 11 Pro or 11 Pro XL – the Arc Pulse for Google’s latest has arrived. Pre-orders are now live with delivery starting at September 7. 

Nomad’s latest-generation ChargeKey is a super handy keychain charging and data transfer tool. I wasn’t sure if I was very going to put it good use before it landed in my daily carry when it first launched, but it definitely has, and now the brand has debuted an all-new silver model. 

After debuting its Nexode Air lineup of chargers, UGREEN is back with a more powerful option aimed at power users who have multiple devices to charge simultaneously. The new Nexode Pro delivers up to 160W across four ports and includes a built-in display with touch controls, along with a retractable USB-C cable. That makes it one of the more feature-packed chargers we’ve seen from UGREEN so far. It’s also seeing a solid launch deal at $50 off right now, making this a great time to pick one up. Head below for a closer look at its features and what it’s like to use.

ORICO has a long list of SSD enclosures and hubs in its catalog, most of which are priced quite reasonably and also frequently available at discounted prices. The 8-in-1 model featured here is one of the brand’s most useful – and also one of the more popular – MagSafe accessories, which is an M.2 SSD enclosure with seven additional ports for your iPhone. I’ve been using it as my main hub to simplify my workflow across both my iPhone and Mac, and you can read about my experience below to see whether it’s worth picking up.

A lot of brands have launched slim power banks recently, but Baseus may have just unleashed one of the thinnest MagSafe power banks yet for iPhones at just 0.27 inches. I was pleasantly surprised to see just how thin the PicoGo Air is in real life, and it still packs a 5,000mAh battery, unlike some competing models that top out at 3,000mAh. It can also deliver up to 22.5W over USB-C, which is great. Baseus’ official Amazon storefront is offering it for $39.99 shipped right now with promo code EHYGXRMR as part of a launch deal – 42% off the usual $70 price. Head below for some of my hands-on thoughts.

SANDMARC has recently expanded its professional-grade iPhoneography ecosystem with the new Tetraprism Telephoto 96mm Lens. Working right alongside, and snapped directly onto the back of, the iPhone already in your pocket, it delivers 4x true optical magnification, expanding your “zoom capabilities up to 32x.” You can also use code 9TO510 at checkout to land an exclusive deal on it. 

UGREEN’s new lineup of Nexode Air chargers has managed to stand out in the market with its compact design – and how! We took a look at the brand’s 65W Nexode Air ultra-mini USB-C GaN charger a few weeks back, and we’re now checking out the ultra-slim 45W Nexode Air model. This is easily the slimmest charger I have in my EDC right now, and it’s compact enough to slip into just about any of my pockets or bags. While it doesn’t quite match the 65W charging speeds of the other variant I tested earlier, I’ve found myself reaching for this slimmer one more often over the past few weeks simply because it’s so easy to carry around. Head below for a closer look and more details.

Nomad is expanding its stellar orange accessory lineup today to match your Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro. Earlier this year it debuted its new Stellar 240W USB-C ChargeKey tool, and today it is bringing its vibrant orange treatment to its Tracking Card Pro with Find My and its Qi2 25W Stand One MagSafe charger with some launch promotions. Details below. 

The Google Pixel 10 deals are still flying as we move into a new work week, and we also have ongoing discounts on open-box units with as much as $420 slashed from the new list prices. But those deals are also joining a series of ongoing price drops on Google’s latest slate of official Pixel 10a and Pixelsnap cases for the Pixel 10 lineup for folks who might have just secured themselves a handset at a discount. Head below for a closer look. 

KeySmart was among the first brands out of the gate with a fully re-chargeable Find My Wallet Card, and today it is releasing its new and improved model – the SmartCard Pro. 

Today SANDMARC is expanding its iPhone accessory expertise to the handlebars with its new Creator Bike Mount – “the first precision-machined aluminum bike mount built for riders who demand more from their handlebar.” And we have an exclusive launch deal for you using code 9TO510 at checkout. 

After the launch of its new CableStay USB-C cable anchor last month, the folks are touching down again today with the ultra-mini PowerClip power bank. 

Arc’s unique aerospace-grade metal iPhone bumper cases have been making headlines for a few years now. It has since introduced a special brand of functional design to the Samsung Galaxy lineup, Google Pixel Pro devices, and even wrapped your AirPods case in its aluminum frames, but today it is taking its “design-led” accessory approach to your AirTag. 

Last year, head of Star Wars Day, Piaggio Fast Forward introduced the world to its real-life, G1T4-M1N1 Star Wars helper droid bot, and today it is announcing a new special edition version to bring you your very own Grogu hovering pram. 

Star Wars Day is quickly approaching and in celebration of May the 4th this year, CASETiFY is launching an all-new collection of Mandalorian and Grogu tech accessories. 

Earlier this year at CES Pioneer unveiled its all-new SPHERA in-dash CarPlay receiver and multimedia system. Fast forward to spring 2026 and the new premium in-car entertainment and connectivity system is now available for purchase. 

Twelve South is launching the latest edition to its lineup of tech accessories today with the new CableStay. Following releases like the PowerBug and PowerCord, the CableStay takes a simple and yet practical approach to organizing your setup, offering a decor-friendly way to keep cables in place. 

I’ve upgraded my kit since the last time I posted one of these, and I’ve added a few new pieces to my setup just in time for an upcoming trip to Japan, where I’m hoping to capture some beautiful cherry blossoms before the season ends. That makes this a great time to run through what’s making the cut this time around. I’m yet again keeping things relatively light while still covering the essentials to stay charged, keep track of my gear, and have a camera ready instead of relying on my iPhone camera. Below is a quick look at the tech I’ll be packing into my EDC this time, along with why each item earned a spot in the bag.

Nomad has long been one of our favorites in the leather Apple gear accessory game. It makes some of the nicest iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands (among other things) in the business and it has just announced its new Camino leather lineup. 

Satechi is the maker of one of my personal favorite MagSafe charging stands – this metal 3-in-1 model right here, but today it is finally ready to jump into the next-generation with a brand new 25W unit and an upgraded design. 

Nomad already unleashed its latest Find My-equipped MagSafe Wallet, but it has just issued a new Limited Edition model with its gorgeous Olde Dublin leather treatment.