Got an iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus? Here are ten of our favourite accessories that’ll work with both models — including protective options, audio accessories and solutions to the iPhone’s new 3.5mm problem.
Top 10 accessories for iPhone 7 and 7 Plus
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Apple AirPods alternatives: 5 fully wireless headphones
Apple’s AirPods are impressive pieces of technology, but their average-at-best sound quality and limited compatibility might inspire you to look for better or cheaper alternatives. Here are our recommendations — starting with five completely wireless in-ear headphones.
Make your AirPods safer and better looking with one easy strap
Apple’s AirPods look weird in your ears, like electric toothbrush heads. It also feels like they will fall out of your ears and get lost immediately
Thankfully, Spigen is here to save the day with a cheap and simple solution to both of these problems: a strap.
PSA: iPhone 6 screen protectors won’t fit iPhone 7
As reported by 9to5Mac today, the iPhone 7 has some subtle design changes that mean iPhone 6 / 6S screen protectors may not fit on the newer models. Of course, the same is true for the iPhone 7 Plus. If you were tempted to transfer your existing screen protector to your new phone, or pick up a discounted iPhone 6S screen protector, you may want to reconsider.
How to charge iPhone 7 and use headphones at the same time
The rumours were true: the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus don’t have a 3.5mm headphone jack. Apple includes Lightning headphones in the box, but how are you going to listen to your music and charge your phone at the same time with only one port to use? We’ve got the answer – take a look!