While I love my iPhone, one thing I think we've sadly forgotten in the smartphone era is the humble phone accessory. I miss the aggressive acrylic plink of some tacky flip phone charms, or the comforting enclosure of a Sony Ericsson phone sock – but what's the modern, grown-up alternative?
I think I've found the answer, and I don't like it – behold, Apple's crossbody iPhone strap. With maximum practicality and negative cool points, this crossbody carrier is a complete design mystery to me. Set to release with the new iPhone 17 (alongside its bizarre custom case), this abominable accessory feels a little like Apple is running out of ideas.
