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Leaked ‘Crossbody Strap’ for iPhone 17 Promises Magnetic Design, Faces Scrutiny

Reports rely on clone packaging plus images from a single leaker, leaving the accessory unverified ahead of Apple's September 9 event.

Overview

  • MacRumors, 9to5Mac and iDownloadBlog relay a claim from leaker Majin Bu that Apple has a Crossbody Strap with a flexible magnetic core and oppositely polarized end rings to secure the connection.
  • The strap is described as woven nylon with a possible silicone variant, and it is said to pair with new TechWoven or silicone cases for the iPhone 17 lineup.
  • The leaker also suggests potential compatibility with an updated AirPods Pro case, extending the accessory’s use beyond iPhone.
  • Majin Bu contends production has started for availability alongside the new phones, though this timing has not been confirmed by Apple.
  • AppleInsider challenges the leak’s functionality, noting absent mounting points on case images and emphasizing that the circulating photos and packaging are third‑party knockoffs.