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I think it will partially rely on the magnetic connection so they will be physically looser than before.
 
I personally suspect they’ll be quite flush, which will still be needed to help stop stuff getting in the sides of the case which then would damage the device. I can’t see Apple using magnets as an excuse for a case that isn’t fit flush and tight.
 
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