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Caviar unveils luxury magnetic rear panel accessories for iPhone 17 Pro Max featuring exotic materials
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2026-06-21 05:04   Technology   10

Caviar unveils luxury magnetic rear panel accessories for iPhone 17 Pro Max featuring exotic materials

Luxury customization brand Caviar has introduced a new line of premium magnetic rear panel accessories designed for the iPhone 17 Pro Max.Rather than replacing the entire device, these add-ons attach via Apple’s MagSafe system and can be removed when not in use.The collection, called Relict Magnetic Custom, is aimed at high-end buyers seeking unusual materials and exclusivity in smartphone design.

The most extravagant version features a titanium-backed panel embedded with elements such as alligator leather and a fragment of what is marketed as a T-Rex tooth.This top-tier model is extremely limited, with only seven units reportedly available, and carries a price of approximately R74,000 (around $4,500).According to the report, the company positions it as a collector-style luxury accessory rather than a mass-market product.Other variations in the lineup are slightly more accessible but still highly expensive.The Proteus edition, for example, uses titanium combined with blue crocodile leather and is limited to 99 units, priced at around R27,000.

Additional variants also include combinations of titanium and crocodile or alligator leather, with decorative enamel accents distinguishing each model.While marketed as luxury tech accessories, the products raise questions about sourcing of exotic materials and the sustainability of such designs.The accessories are not permanent modifications, allowing users to attach or detach them as desired, blending novelty with functionality.

Ultimately, the lineup targets affluent consumers interested in rare, conversation-starting additions to their devices rather than practical enhancements.

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