Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max have the same height, width and body depth as the iPhone 17 Pro models, but Apple does not officially list cases from the two generations as compatible. The company cited a slightly thicker camera area on the new phones: 11.5 mm, compared with 11.4 mm [macrumors.com][redmondpie.com]. John Gruber found that his iPhone 17 Pro cases fit the iPhone 18 Pro and that iPhone 18 Pro cases fit the older phone. MacRumors said many third-party cases may also work, although compatibility can depend on the camera-opening design [macrumors.com][redmondpie.com]. Apple and accessory makers have released iPhone 18 Pro cases, including Apple’s $59 TechWoven models and third-party options starting at $14, according to 9to5Mac [9to5mac.com]. Highlights: • Size distinction: The iPhone 18 Pro measures 150 × 71.9 × 8.75 mm, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max measures 163.4 × 78 × 8.75 mm. Each matches the dimensions of its previous-generation counterpart [macworld.com]. • Visual changes: Macworld noted a smaller Dynamic Island and new colors alongside the nearly identical chassis [macworld.com]. • Case selection: 9to5Mac’s roundup includes cases with built-in stands, customizable grippy designs and leather construction from brands including Nomad and Burton Goods [9to5mac.com]. Perspectives: Case manufacturers: Casetify has released Impact, Ultra Impact, Compact, Cloud, Bounce and Ripple cases for the iPhone 18 Pro line. Some bundles include lens protectors or cross-body straps [hardwarezone.com.sg]. (HardwareZone) Sources: • Best iPhone 18 Pro cases now available for purchase [Updated] - 9to5mac.com • Are iPhone 17 Pro Cases Compatible With iPhone 18 Pro? Here's What Apple Says - macrumors.com • Your iPhone 17 Pro case may fit the iPhone 18 Pro after all, but there’s a catch - digitaltrends.com • iPhone 18 Pro is the same size as the 17 Pro, right? That’s not quite the case - macworld.com • iPhone 17 Pro / Max Case Compatibility For iPhone 18 Pro According To Apple - redmondpie.com • We found the best iPhone 18 Pro grips and cases to protect your new phone - mashable.com • Are iPhone 17 Pro Cases Compatible With iPhone 18 Pro? Here's What Apple Says - MacRumors - google.com • 12 best iPhone 18 Pro Max cases: Premium designs for rugged and lasting protection - businessinsider.com • 12 best iPhone 18 Pro cases: Top picks for drop protection that look good - businessinsider.com • iPhone 17 Pro und iPhone 18 Pro: Alte Hüllen passen offenbar trotzdem - maclife.de • 8 best iPhone 18 Pro Max screen protectors for lasting defense - businessinsider.com • Protect your iPhone Duo & iPhone 18 Pro lineup with ESR's latest cases - appleinsider.com • Hands-On With Nomad’s New iPhone 18 Pro Leather Cases - iphoneincanada.ca • iPhone 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max battery size just revealed — here's the official capacity from iFixit's teardown - tomsguide.com • The 8 best iPhone 18 Pro screen protectors to prevent scratches, breaks, and shatters - businessinsider.com • Casetify unveils new iPhone 18 Pro cases, with iPhone Duo cases soon to come - hardwarezone.com.sg • The best iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max trade-in offers and deals - businessinsider.com • Máme iPhone 18 Pro Max, čo je vlastne nové? (prvý pohľad) - aktuality.sk • iPhone 18 Pro und Pro-Max-Akkutausch wird ebenfalls richtig teuer - winfuture.de • Do You Really Need a Bulky Phone Case for Serious Protection? - macworld.com • iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone Duo: Go big or go bigger? - macworld.com • iPhone 18 Pro Battery Replacements Now Cost More Than Ever - androidheadlines.com • Is your iPhone 18 Pro arriving today? Save $30 on an Otterbox case. - mashable.com --- 📰 Story aggregated by Kagi News