Apple just launched a $230 iPhone sock, and I hope Android OEMs don’t copy

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TL;DR

• Apple has announced the iPhone Pocket accessory.
• This is effectively a phone sock on a sling that can be worn or tied to a bag.
• The iPhone Pocket ranges in price from $149.95 to $229.95.

Apple is no stranger to selling overpriced accessories, but the company may have taken the cake with its latest product. Say hello to the iPhone Pocket, and no, it’s not a smaller iPhone.

Apple announced the iPhone Pocket today, which is effectively a smartphone sock on a sling. The product has been designed in collaboration with Issey Miyake and can be tied to a bag or worn like a bag or sling bag. In addition to carrying your iPhone, the company says it can also carry “everyday items.”




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