
For every Ocean Blue case sold, Pivet donates a portion of its proceeds to The Ocean Agency to help it promote ocean conservation as a part of the United Nations' Ocean Decade project. The case is made from 100 percent recycled plastics (and is recyclable), and Pivet's Self-Cycle tech means it will degrade in landfill environments significantly faster than traditional plastics (though it may still take some time). The buttons are very clicky, and there's good protection around the edges, but the edges around the screen are barely raised, so there's a good chance your screen might get scuffed up when it hits the ground. Pivet Zero+ With MagSafe for $50 : This MagSafe case from Pivet comes with a lanyard so you can dangle your phone from your wrist. These are a handful of cases we like that are made out of recycled or plant-based materials and keep the environment top of mind. If a case or accessory supports MagSafe in this guide, you'll see “MagSafe” in the product description. If you plan on using MagSafe accessories like Apple's wireless charger or wallet, you should get a MagSafe case. The connection is almost always weak, though. Some companies claim their cases are “MagSafe compatible” even without magnets, but that may be because the case is thin enough for the magnets to still stick. Apple says its magnet accessories are shielded, so it's safe to use with credit cards (if maybe not hotel key cards).Ĭases need to have a ring of MagSafe magnets built into them to properly work with other MagSafe gear (one easy way to tell is by looking for a ring on the inside of a case in product images). Apple brought back the name for the iPhone, but as a system of magnetic accessories that can connect to the back of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 range. MagSafe is a term you might recall from the magnetic charging cable on MacBooks of old ( and new!). Subscriptions help fund the work we do every day. This includes unlimited access to and our print magazine (if you'd like). Special offer for Gear readers: Get a 1-year subscription to WIRED for $5 ($25 off).

Updated May 2022: We've added the Backbone One, OtterBox Organic Core, Satechi 3-in-1, Moment Filmmaker Cage, Spigen Enzo, Nomad Base One Max, and more.

This list includes other accessories, such as cables, charging adapters, MagSafe gear, and power banks, many of which we tested for the iPhone 12 range (so you'll see some duplicates here).Ĭheck out our other buying guides, like the Best iPhone, Best MagSafe Accessories, Best iPad Accessories, Best iPhone SE accessories, and Best iPhone 13 Deals. It's not guaranteed to protect your device, but it can help! We've tested dozens and whittled them down to our favorites below.

That's also why we highly recommend using a case with your expensive new smartphone. But it doesn't matter if you have the Mini or the Pro, it's still a glass sandwich that will shatter when it inevitably escapes your hands.
