The iPhone 15 lineup features some of the biggest changes we've seen on the iPhone in years. Having a USB-C port completely changes the way we use our iPhones. After a six-month absence, I wanted to share some of my most used iPhone 15 accessories, from cases to USB-C hubs to a USB-C booster. more!
iPhone 15 & ; 15 Case Studies for Professionals
I know there is a big debate going on right now about whether you are a proponent of team work or team doing nothing. I tend to belong to both camps. When I'm in the office, I usually don't take my suitcase with me to evaluate the design of the iPhone 15 Pro Max. But whenever I go out or am with my daughter, I always have a suitcase with me, although this year I splurged on Apple Care. My daughter seems to love throwing my iPhone across the room. I'd like to talk about three different cases that provide excellent protection without sacrificing weight or aesthetics.
Aulumu A15 Case
- Comes in 2 colors: black & white.
- Made from vegan leather, highly scratch-resistant and color-fast.
- Reinforced camera ring for added protection.
- Independent aluminum buttons provide a pleasant tactile feel every time you use them.
- High magnetic strength, MagSafe compatible
- Unique cooling window
- Rated 5ft drop protection, 1.6mm raised bezel and a 0.5mm camera ring.
- High magnetic strength, MagSafe compatible.
- Unique cooling window.
- Rated for 5-foot drop protection ft., 1.6mm raised bezel and 0.5mm camera ring.
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- 100% recycled packaging.
My favorite part of this things are just aesthetics. It looks like it belongs in cyberpunk with the cooling shield, little accents and the stormtrooper look is something else.
Price: $55.00
Andar Aspen
- Premium whole grain Waxed leather
- Buttons from Metal alloys are optimized for quick response.
- Soft microfiber lining for protection.
- MagSafe compatible.
- Wireless charging compatible.
- Wireless Charging Compatible
- MagSafe Compatible
- Wireless Charging Compatible
- MagSafe Compatible
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- Aspen Case in Blanc is made from cactus leather (vegan)
This case is for leather lovers. It's made from real genuine leather and from the moment you open the package you'll smell that great scent. It has all the necessary protection and is available in 11 different colors. My favorite colors are Tech Red and Stone Grey. Their white color is the only one made from cactus skin (vegan).
Price: $60.00
Spigen Classic C1
- Premium two-piece PC and TPU construction is covered with impact-resistant foam for superior durability.
- Re-issue of translucent retro design inspired by the Apple iMacG3.
- Military-grade drop protection with Extreme Protection
- Raised edges to protect screen and camera
- Compatible with wireless charging and MagSafe accessories
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Of the three cases, this one evokes nostalgia. It looks exactly like the old G3 iMacs my elementary school had in the early 2000s. Since it's a two-piece case, it's a little thicker than the other two, but I think it provides a little more drop protection. The extra thickness doesn't add too much bulk, but is noticeable if you're used to thin cases. This case is the best gift.
Price: $60.00
All three of these cases hit the sweet spot between providing enough protection without being too thick, but also being thin enough to handle. It was still easy to hold in the hand. Depending on what you prefer aesthetically, all of these will do!
USB-C accessories
As I said, the new USB-C port opens up completely, something you can do with an iPhone. It's important to note that the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus don't support the USB 3.0 speeds found on the Pro models. You can still use it for USB-C hubs and data transfers, but it will run at slower 2.0 speeds.
Caldigit Tuff Nano SSD (& Tuff Nano Plus)
The best thing about the new USB-C port in the iPhone 15 lineup is that we can now confidently connect an SSD directly to the iPhone. I'm using the Caldigit Tuff Nano Plus 2TB which is on sale for $140 off! I use my iPhone for most of my YouTube videos, so instead of relying on Airdrop, I now upload my footage to a Caldigit SSD and then connect the SSD to my iPad and I can edit immediately!
Price: $180 (discounted)
Dockcase 8 in 1 USB-C Hub
- USB-C Host Port
- USB-C PD 100W Port
- HDMI Port Supports up to 8K 30fps (single display).
- 2 USB-A Gen 2 ports
- Ethernet port
- UHS-II SD & MicroSD card slots
- 1 USB-C Gen 3.2 port, supports up to 10 GB
My dream is that Apple will eventually give us some kind of Samsung Dex competitor with the iPhone 15 Pro line. It comes with all the hardware and software needed to run a desktop web operating system. This is just one of the possibilities that USB-C now gives us. I'm sure Apple has future plans for the usability of this port. But at least we can stream video from our phones to the SSD at insanely high speeds!
Power & MagSafe
I wanted to include some of my favorite Magsafe options for the iPhone 15 line. These accessories will range from wallets to power stations, stands and everything in between.
Andar Mag
After almost two years, Andar finally restocked his Meg wallet. It's a perfect replacement for what Apple used to offer. Extremely simple, serves its purpose and comes in the same colors as the Andar Aspen cases we mentioned earlier.
- Premium full grain oil waxed leather.
- Holds 2-3 cards (can be 4 if stretched over time)
- Replaces: unnecessary volume
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- Sizes 3 3/4″ L x 2 9/16″ W x 1/4″ H
- One-year warranty.
- MagSafe is compatible with all iPhone 12, 13, 14 and 15 models.
Price: $44.00.
Aulumu M03 Magsafe battery
- 4-level power indicator
- 3500 mAh battery
- Intelligent LED indicator
- Available in black or white.
- Foldable stand
- No buttons, no cable and grab and load
- smallest in the world & Lightest MagSafe battery pack with stand, hold it without any pressure
Price: $55.00
Kuxiu X55 3-in-1 Charger
I talked about this charger before, but the point is that this is the best charger at an affordable price. You can ask.
For $40 you get:
- Foldable 3-in-1 travel charger
- Hard carrying case
- USB-C cable
- 20W charging brick (yes, it's included)
If you want to read a full review of it, be sure to check out this post !
The rest
There are a few more accessories , which I mention, and give a hands-on overview in the video above. Be sure to check them out because there are some amazing ones out there. Let me know what you think of these accessories. Is there anything you're going to pick up and add to your arsenal? Are there any accessories that I missed? Let's discuss in the comments below!
