Apple Launches iPhone 11 'Smart' Battery Cases With Physical Camera Button

Apple on Wednesday launched an assortment of 'smart' bombardment cases for the iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max that expect adequately similar to the iPhone XS-serial cases from last twelvemonth, except for the foursquare cutouts at the dorsum. Yet, they as well come up with a hardware push that tin can be used to activate the phone's photographic camera app fifty-fifty when it's locked. A quick press of the button takes a photograph, while belongings it down will tape videos using the new QuickTake feature. The button works for selfies as well, said the visitor.

Equally with all things Apple, the cases don't come inexpensive, and have $129 price-tags irrespective of the model. They are made from silicone and accept what Apple describes as a 'silky, soft-touch finish' on the exterior. Inside, they accept a soft microfiber lining to protect the phone from scrapes and bruises. The devices besides have a soft elastomer hinge design that makes it easy to put it on and have it off.

Every bit for the bombardment packs in these cases, at that place's no official specification listed on the Apple tree web-shop, just the company claims they will provide upwards to 50 percent additional battery life. The Smart Battery Case is also compatible with Qi-certified chargers and tin be charged simultaneously with the phone, said the company. They besides support Lightning accessories, such equally the EarPods with Lightning Connector.

Apple is offer the cases in Blackness, White and Pink Sand for the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max, simply the iPhone 11 version comes only in black and white. As mentioned already, they cost $129 a popular, and you can purchase them from the official Apple web-store.