iPhone 16 accessories you actually need

The latest and greatest iPhone has hit the market. With all new features and a slightly bigger footprint, it offers more bang for your buck with a faster processor, new colors, and USB-C charging.

With these iPhone 16 accessories, you can protect your investment, keep your phone charged, and ensure it stays scratch-free.

A reliable case

iPhone 16 case from Apple

You take time to choose the right color of iPhone, and for that reason, it’s always seemed a bit counterintuitive to me to cover it up with a solid black case. Enter the Apple clear case. This case offers MagSafe, and its clear design shows off your phone’s unique color.

Get it at Best Buy, Apple, or Amazon

Grab a MagSafe charger

Apple MagSafe charger

The latest Apple MagSafe Charger is compatible with all iPhone 16 models and AirPods and charges faster than ever. Simply lay your phone or AirPods on the white and silver circle, and your device’s batteries will be topped off while you still have access to view your screen.

The Apple MagSafe charger is found at Amazon, Apple, and Best Buy

Add a charging block and USB-C cable

Anker iPhone 16 charging block and cable

Apple switched from the standard Lightning cable to USB-C with the iPhone 16 release. Finally! You’ll likely need a new cable and charging block. Grabbing one means you can now charge your iPad and your iPhone with one cable, making it easier to travel and creating fewer cords to keep track of at home. This two-pack from Anker is fast and budget-friendly.

Grab this two-pack for a steal at Amazon

Attach your wallet

Apple Wallet in green

The Apple Wallet attaches to the back of your iPhone using the same magnets that MagSafe uses. It holds a few cards and cash and comes in four stunning colors.

Get the Apple Wallet at Apple

You’ll need a car charging adapter

Anker car charging cords

If you’ve been relying on your car’s USB-A plug to charge your iPhone and sync it to your vehicle, you’ll need to upgrade. The easiest way to do this is with a new car charging cord that goes from USB-A to USB-C. These small iPhone accessories are cheap and small, but they still let your smartphone communicate with Apple CarPlay. This two-pack of cords from Anker comes in three- and six-foot lengths.

Get the two-pack at Amazon