Are iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 Pro cases and accessories compatible?

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Nope, they're not interchangeable. Let me save you some frustration and explain what works and what doesn't.

Cases: New Phone, New Case

The camera bump on these two phones is completely different. The iPhone 16 Pro has that triangular Pro camera layout. The iPhone 17 has a different design. Your case won't fit both.

Even though the phones are roughly the same height and width, the depth and camera cutout make cases incompatible. You'll need to buy a new case if you switch phones.

Screen Protectors: Also a No

Different Dynamic Island positioning and slight dimension variations mean screen protectors aren't interchangeable either.

The Good News: MagSafe Still Works

Here's where Apple does us a solid. MagSafe accessories work on both phones:

• MagSafe chargers? Yes.
• MagSafe wallet? Yes.
• MagSafe battery pack? Yes.
• MagSafe car mount? Yes.

Apple keeps the MagSafe magnets in the same spot, so your MagSafe gear transfers over without issues.

Charging Accessories: You're Fine

Both phones use USB-C, so your cables and chargers work on both. Same with wireless charging pads, whether they're MagSafe or regular Qi/Qi2.

What You'll Need to Replace

• Case: Yes, new one needed
• Screen protector: Yes, new one needed
• MagSafe stuff: No, you're good
• Charging cables and pads: No, they work
• USB-C accessories: No, compatible

Bottom Line

Budget for a new case and screen protector if you're switching. Everything else carries over.