Apple's iPhone 17 Cases Again Rumored to Work With Lanyard

[MacRumors]

Earlier this week, a leaker known as Majin Bu revealed that you might be able to attach a lanyard to Apple's official iPhone 17 cases.

iPhone 17 Air concept​

It turns out that Majin Bu was not the only source to make such a claim this week, as another leaker known as DuanRui also shared a CAD of an alleged iPhone 17 Pro case with two spots to attach a lanyard, in the bottom corners.

DuanRui's post was spotted by 9to5Mac's Zac Hall.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1952973063819280483

There is precedent for such a thing, as AirPods Pro 2 charging cases have a cutout for attaching a lanyard. Apple does not offer its own AirPods Pro 2 lanyard, but it has offered various third-party options through its online store.

The same would likely apply for iPhone 17 lanyards: third-party and sold separately.

In addition, the fifth-generation iPod touch had a built-in mechanism for attaching a lanyard too, without even needing a case.

"DuanRui" often relays content that originates on Chinese social media platform Weibo. As always, this is just a rumor, with nothing confirmed yet.

Article Link: Apple's iPhone 17 Cases Again Rumored to Work With Lanyard

 

[turbineseaplane]

No first party Liquid FineWoven Lanyards for $79?

 

[MacUserFella]

Why not just implement it into the iPhone itself like with AirPods Pro 2?

 

[STRATEGY_510]

Is this in order to wear the phone around your neck? Seems awkward 🤔

My only experience with lanyards is for my Raider tickets and would wear it around my neck.

 

[Seanm87]

Why not just implement it into the iPhone itself like with AirPods Pro 2?

I imagine space inside the iPhone is limited to make a cutout like that

 

[turbineseaplane]

Is this in order to wear the phone around your neck? Seems awkward 🤔

It will allow your iPhone to morph into "Jony Ive AI broach" mode!

 

[CharlesShaw]

How about the two corners attaching to a neck strap the way a camera does. After all, using them as a camera is a primary use for many. But I'm guessing if it's true it will be for a wrist strap.

Edit: this is giving me body cam vibes.

 

[Total Respray]

More importantly it does NOT appear to hint at a camera control button at the top of the screen as previously rumoured.

 

[Eric_WVGG]

I miss that little pop-out lanyard loop button thingy from the iPod Touch. So cute

 

[rbbloom99]

I attach a wrist strap on every case I buy. Most cases come with holes to thread it through.

 

[testcard]

A wrist lanyard might go some way to reduce muggings and the theft of iPhones on the streets of London.

 

[Davelfc]

The upside is it will make the phone less easy for people to snatch, the downside is if they do try to snatch it its going to hurt.

 

[goonie4life9]

Wow, how many more INCREDIBLE features can the tiny startup that could, Apple, pack into this bleeding-edge iPhone Air? Now the best-in-class iPhone Air will feature a game-changing lanyard attachment in the truly breathtaking Apple Liquid Silicone case. This case takes things to a whole new level, allowing customers, for the first time ever, to tether the device to themselves. This truly makes the iPhone Air the iPhone for ultra pros. Apple can't wait to see the incredible things customers are able to do. Apple thinks you're gonna love it.

 

[Gherkin]

I wonder if there’s some rumors getting mixed up and this lanyard thing will ONLY be for the iPhone Air? Seems like it would make sense as it will be so light.

 

[ux.dom]

It will allow your iPhone to morph into "Jony Ive AI broach" mode!

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My thinking exactly - folding phone you can wear around your neck.

 

[Alex.ne]

Yeeeah, bring back the year 2000!

 

[tyrnnsrs]

maybe it is so you can attach your iPhone and Airpods to each other

 

[thecautioners]

But will the lanyard be compatible with the apple cloth?

 

[minik]

Can’t wait to hear the official announcement. I’m all for it if true.

 

[iFunk]

Keep that iOS device close to heart! Don’t just put that phone down… keep it close to the vest.

 

[JSDK]

It's a terrible bad idea. Who runs around with their smartphone around their neck?? - I don't think I've ever seen that before. I couldn't even imagine walking around with 150g+ of metal and glass slapping on my chest. Plus, the holes are dust and dirt collectors. The point of a cover is that it should be closed, so that stuff is kept out. Please Apple, leave it to the 3rd party cover manufacturers, and continue with your completely closed covers.

 

[mazz0]

Yeah, I think this would be for a wrist strap, not a lanyard.

 

[klasma]

I imagine space inside the iPhone is limited to make a cutout like that

It should in principle be possible with the existing microphone holes.

 

[klasma]

It's a terrible bad idea. Who runs around with their smartphone around their neck?? - I don't think I've ever seen that before.

IPhone cases like these have been a thing for many years:

 

[q64ceo]

Interesting. I'm sure that this will be popular. Personally, I am a bit sensitive to electromagnetic radiation (can't keep my phone in my pocket without feeling a burning sensation near it), so I won't be using it as I usually keep my phone away from my body. If that wasn't the case then I would use it as it would be a good way to secure ones phone.