Same case for iPhone 6 and 7 - does that work?

The iPhone 7 has almost exactly the same dimensions as the iPhone 6. Of course, it is reasonable to assume that the same case also fits both iPhones. In this practical tip, we will clarify whether you can also use the same case that you bought for your iPhone 6 for iPhone 7.

The right case for the iPhone 7

From a purely external perspective, most cases that were used for the iPhone 6 will also fit on the iPhone 7. Except for the weight, the iPhone 7 has the same depth, height and width as the iPhone 6s. So everything seems to be right, but unfortunately it is not.

• Apple has made some other changes to the iPhone 7, which is why the iPhone 6 case is rather sub-optimal.
• The most important change in terms of the case concerns the camera of the iPhone 7. The camera is significantly larger than the previous model.
• In addition, the camera of the iPhone 7 is placed slightly closer to the outside edge of the smartphone than is the case with the iPhone 6.
• Apple has also made another change to the iPhone 7 that clearly speaks against the use of an iPhone 6 case. Apple has removed the jack connector on the bottom of the iPhone. The sound system of the iPhone 7 is therefore only based on the speakers.
• Conclusion: For the new iPhone, you should look around for a chic new case.

If you have to buy a new case for your iPhone 7 because of the camera, you should also get some of it. In the next post we will explain how to record videos with the iPhone 7 4K.