iPhone 17 Pro Max

iPhone 17 Pro Max — what matters when choosing accessories

The iPhone 17 Pro Max measures 163.4 × 78.0 × 8.75 mm and weighs 233 g. The body is an aluminium unibody with a Ceramic Shield 2 front and a Ceramic Shield back. On the back there is a camera plateau stretching across the full width of the phone, with three 48 MP cameras — main, ultra-wide and telephoto. On the sides there are the Action button and the Camera Control button, and a USB-C port at the bottom. The phone charges wirelessly via MagSafe and Qi2 at up to 25 W and has IP68 resistance.

The new shape of the back and the different dimensions mean that iPhone 16 Pro Max cases do not fit. Screen glass is sometimes shared by both models, as both have a 6.9-inch screen — the product description is what counts. The dimensions also differ from the iPhone 17 Pro (6.3 inches), so accessories for the two versions cannot be swapped.

Which iPhone 17 Pro Max case should you choose?

• MagSafe cases — with a ring of magnets in the back that holds chargers, mounts and magnetic wallets in one position.
• Rugged cases — thicker frames, reinforced corners and a lip around the camera plateau. A sensible choice for a 233 g phone that easily slips out of your hand.
• Silicone cases — soft to the touch, they improve grip and do not add much bulk to the phone.
• Clear cases — they show off the colour of the body. It is worth choosing models resistant to yellowing.

You will find the full selection in the iPhone 17 Pro Max cases category. Cases are offered by Spigen, ESR, 3MK, Bizon, Tech-Protect, Mercury and Guess, among others.

Tempered glass and films for the iPhone 17 Pro Max

You can choose from iPhone 17 Pro Max tempered glass — clear and privacy, often with an installation frame — and hybrid glass, which is thinner and more flexible. They are complemented by hydrogel, matte, ceramic and antibacterial films. Screen protection must have a cut-out for the Dynamic Island, and with a high-lip case it is better to choose glass slightly narrower than the screen.

iPhone 17 Pro Max camera protection

The wide camera plateau sticks out above the back of the body, so it is the first part to touch the table. In the camera lens glass category you will find covers for the whole plateau and separate rings for each lens. Some protectors fit several generations of Pro models — the list of compatible phones is in the product name.

What to look for when choosing

• For 25 W MagSafe charging, choose a MagSafe case — thick backs without magnets weaken the charger's hold.
• Check whether the case has a cut-out or a cover for the Camera Control button.
• You will find accessories for other models in the iPhone category.