iPhone 17 crossbody strap priced at more than $60

By Bao Lam September 12, 2025 | 06:17 pm PT

Apple is set to sell a US$60 crossbody strap for the iPhone 17, which will also require users to buy a separate case.

It says the strap connects to iPhone cases, allowing hands-free use.

The strap is priced at VND1.6 million (US$60) in Vietnam, comes in 10 colors and is made from recycled PET fibers.

It features a stainless steel magnetic slider that adjusts the length between 1,080 and 2,080 mm.

Apple’s crossbody strap attached to an iPhone 17. Photo courtesy of Apple

Users need a phone case with a slot to attach the strap.

Apple offers two such cases for the iPhone 17 series, the TechWoven MagSafe case at VND1.6 million ($60) and the Silicon MagSafe case at VND1.4 million ($50), meaning it will cost users over VND3 million ($100) to use the strap.

The strap has drawn mixed reactions, with some saying it is useful for hands-free use and prevent street theft and others called it overpriced and unnecessary and just a way for Apple to sell more cases.

The company is known for expensive accessories with functions that can be found in cheaper products.

It has sold in the past a screen-cleaning cloth for VND529,000 ($20) and a USB-C to Lightning adapter for nearly VND1 million ($40).