18 Best Iphone 8 And Iphone 8 Plus Accessories You Can Buy
Best iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus accessories
Apple Watch Series 3
The Apple Watch lineup may not be everybody’s idea of a perfect smartwatch, but it has its own fans. The new Series 3, while carrying on with the look and feel of its predecessor for the most part, comes with quite a few under-the-hood improvements that make it much more lucrative for anyone who is deeply entwined within the Apple eco-system. One of those aforementioned new features is an embedded LTE antenna that allows you to make calls directly by tapping a button on the top-left corner of the watch face. In terms of hardware, the Apple Watch 3 also comes with GPS, Altimeter, accelerometer, gyroscope, heart rate sensor, and activity tracker. It is water resistant up to 50 meters, runs on watchOS 4, and comes with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. Buy From Apple: (Starts at $329)
iPhone 8 / 8 Plus Cases, Skins and Screen Protectors
1. Spigen Liquid Crystal Case
Spigen is one of the best-known names in the world of mobile accessories, and not without reason. It makes some great cases and covers for smartphones, be it lightweight clear cases, heavy-duty rugged ones, or anything in between. This particular ‘Premium Clarity’ case for the iPhone 8 is made of a flexible TPU material for shock-absorbency and easy installation. It also comes with precise cutouts and tactile buttons for quick access and feedback. The interior is also lined with a dot pattern to keep it free from watermarks. Alongside the ‘Crystal Clear’ option, Spigen is also offering cases in a variety of other designs for the iPhone 8, including Blossom, Blossom Nature, Glitter Crystal Quartz, Glitter Rose Quartz, and Matte Black. For iPhone 8 Plus, however, only the Crystal Clear and Matte Black options are available right now.Buy For iPhone 8: ($10.99) Buy For iPhone 8 Plus: ($11.99)
2. i-Blason Armorbox Heavy Duty Case with Built-in Screen Protector
iPhones don’t normally come at throwaway prices, and the latest ones are no exceptions. It is no wonder then that many of you would want to protect them by getting yourself a tough and rugged case that can withstand the occasional drops and falls here and there. The i-Blason Armorbox Case, as its name suggests, is a rugged case for your iPhone 8 and 8 Plus. It comes with a hard, polycarbonate exterior, and a flexible, shock-absorbing TPU core. It also has a built-in screen protector that keeps its touch sensitivity intact while defending against scratches and scrapes . It also has a detachable belt clip holster that allows for convenient on-the-go use. The case is available for both the iPhone 8 and the iPhone 8 Plus, and is available in black, blue, green, pink and white. Buy For iPhone 8: ($16.19) Buy For iPhone 8 Plus: ($17.99)
3. Mophie 3D Glass Screen Protector
The Mophie 3D screen protector doesn’t come cheap, but its fortified tempered glass offers protection against scratches and cracks, while its 3D, edge-to-edge form factor looks good and matches the screen’s curves seamlessly. Its ‘Triple Defense Technology’ absorbs and redistributes impact for enhanced drop protection, making it ideal for somebody with an active lifestyle. The screen protector also has great clarity, while its precision touch sensitivity makes it fully compatible with 3D Touch. The device also comes with a limited lifetime warranty from Mophie.Buy For iPhone 8: ($49.95) Buy For iPhone 8 Plus: ($49.95)
4. dbrand iPhone 8 and 8Plus Skin
If you want to customize the look of your brand new iPhone, dbrand is probably a very good place to start. It is currently accepting pre-orders for iPhone 8, 8 Plus and X skins that are made out of authentic 3M vinyl material. There are a plethora of choices available. So, you can choose from a wide range of colors and textures that are available for back panel as well as for the front bezels. Its up to you to mix and match various looks to see which one you like best. The online tool on the company’s official website lets you check the effects before you order. The options include carbon fiber, marble, concrete, metal, wood, bamboo, and leather in terms of texture, while color options include black, white, gold, yellow, orange, and more. Buy From dbrand: (Starts at $11.95)
Docks and Charging Pads
1. iPhone Lightning Dock
2. AirPower
Apple may have been late to join the wireless charging revolution, but now that the feature is available in its latest smartphones, the company has actually announced its own AirPower wireless charging pad that will adhere to the Qi wireless charging standard, which means you can use the Apple AirPower to charge your iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X. You can also use the device to charge the Apple Watch Series 3 and the Apple AirPods with a wireless charging case. However, for all its versatility, the AirPower charging pad may not become your preferred charging solution any time soon. That’s because it will be available sometime next year, and only then we’ll get more details about the device, including its price. Availability: Early 2018
3. Mophie Wireless Charging Base
The AirPower charging mat will very likely become an immensely popular accessory for iPhones next year, but if you cannot wait to try out the new wireless charging feature on your brand new handsets, you can always opt for third-party devices that have been officially approved by Apple. One of these is the Mophie Charging Base that comes with Qi wireless charging for compatibility with a wide variety of smartphones and smartwatches. The device ships with a non-slip housing that ensures a stable placement and has a 360-degree non-slip TPU coating to ensure scratch-free charging. It also has a low-profile circular design that looks subtle and classy.Buy From Apple: ($59.95)
4. Belkin BoostUp Qi Wireless Charging Pad
5. Anker Power Core 20,100mAh Power Bank
Earphones and Headphones
1. AirPods
Whatever accessory you’re looking to buy for your iPhone, chances are, Apple will offer an official version of it more often than not. Earphones are no exception either, which is why you can buy the official Apple AirPods to listen to music on your iPhones and iPads. The device is powered by Apple’s custom W1 chip and can connect automatically to your iPhone, Apple Watch and MacBook. The AirPods use optical sensors and a motion accelerometer to detect when they’re in your ears, which allows them to start or stop playing songs whenever you put them in or take them out of your ears. It also comes with Siri-integration, so you can use Apple’s voice-based digital assistant to turn the volume up or down, change the track, or make a call.Buy From Apple: ($159)
2. Anker Soundbuds Digital IE10 Lightning Earphones
3. Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones
4. Audeze Sine
Other Accessories
1. SanDisk iXpand
2. Portholic Running Armband for iPhone 8 Plus
The Portholic Running Armband is a one-size-fits-all sports arm-band for jogging, hiking, biking or power walking. It can accommodate devices up to about 6.8-inches in screen size, and all that extra space means that relatively smaller devices, like the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus, can also fit in even when encased within bulky, shockproof cases. The device is made out of breathable materials, such as Lycra and Neoprene, making it lightweight and odour-free. The latest version is even compatible with the fingerprint unlock function. The arm-band comes with an adjustable velcro strap to fit arm sizes between 9 to 18.5 inches, and there’s even a reflective strip to keep you visible in the dark. It also has pockets that allow you to store keys, cards and cash. Best of all, Portholic provides lifetime warranty on all its arm bands, including this one.
3. Mpow iSnap Extendable Monopod Bluetooth Selfie Stick
4. iOttie Easy One Touch 2 Car Mount Holder
SEE ALSO: 10 Best iPhone 8 Plus Cases And Covers You Can Buy
The Best iPhone 8 and 8 Plus Accessories You Can Buy
If you already have the latest iPhone that Apple has to offer or are planning to get one in the near future, you can also accessorize it to your heart’s content by getting the very best accessories for it. So which are the ones that you’re planing to go for right away? Cases? Headphones? Maybe additional storage? Whichever it is, do let us know by leaving your thoughts in the comments section below, because we love hearing from you.
