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A Controversial Design with Hidden Potential
For months, leaks about the iPhone 17 Pro have indicated a significant redesign of the camera block, taking the form of a long horizontal bar at the rear of the device. Currently, this style has not won everyone over: some find this new design less stylish than previous iterations or too similar to Google’s design. However, this change could turn out to be a hidden advantage.
Indeed, some users protect their camera lenses with lens protectors
, a type of glass/plastic cover that sticks onto the lenses to shield them. These accessories are subtle but not very customizable.
With the new horizontal bar, accessory manufacturers now have more surface area to unleash their creativity: patterns, textures, illustrations… The possibilities could be as varied as smartphone cases themselves.
These camera covers would thus serve a dual purpose: shielding the lenses from scratches and adding an aesthetic flair to the back of the phone. However, this would be a first for an area that has traditionally been functional and not emphasized.
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A New Trend Among Accessory Makers?
The initial conceptual images already showcase prototypes of cases incorporating a stylized camera module, seamlessly integrated into the designated opening. This opportunity could well attract brands specializing in customized accessories, and a new trend could emerge in the months following the release of the iPhone 17 Pro.