Otterbox and Astropad think iPhone 17 Pro cases will fit iPhone 18 Pro
One of the hidden expenses in upgrading to a new iPhone can often be the need to replace your case when the dimensions differ. That so far seemed a likely bet for anyone upgrading from one of last year’s Pro models to the iPhone 18 Pro , but two accessory makers think not – with one of them going all-in on the bet …
Accessory manufacturers Otterbox and Astropad claim their iPhone 17 Pro cases will be compatible with the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. A photo of an Otterbox case, available at Best Buy, shows it fits both the iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 18 Pro. The packaging in English and French confirms this compatibility.
Astropad's Matt Ronge, a screen protector maker, says his suppliers echo this belief. Leakers previously suggested the iPhone 18 Pro Max would be thicker and heavier than its predecessor, though nothing was said about the smaller Pro model. Leaked materials from an iPhone supplier claim the iPhone 18 Pro will be two millimeters thicker than previous models, which aligns with the roughly 2mm increase Gurman reported.
This trend would continue, as both iPhone 17 Pro models were thicker and heavier. However, not all leakers agree, with one stating the iPhone 18 Pro Max's thickness would remain unchanged from the previous model. While case makers may receive early access to dimensions to ensure availability, others take risks based on rumors - sometimes with inaccurate results. It's advised not to place any case orders for the new iPhone before its launch.
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