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With clear, anti-reflective glass there is no visible difference. Only cheap, cloudy covers can cause glare against the light. Flash shots come out better when the cutout leaves the flash clear.
Individual rings add less height and leave the flash clear. A single cover also protects the area between the lenses and looks more uniform.
Yes. Many iPhone 17 cases already have a raised lip around the camera area; a separate lens protector adds to it right on the glass.
The case protects the frame, but the lenses often sit beyond its edge. For phones set flat a lot, the extra lens protector is worth it.
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Guide & know-how
The iPhone 17 camera lenses stand slightly proud of the frame and touch down first when you set the phone flat. A camera protector puts hardened glass or a metal ring over the lenses and catches scratches before they reach the glass.
There are two designs: individual rings per lens that barely add height, and a single glass cover over the whole camera area. Neither affects image quality noticeably as long as the glass stays clean and glare-free.
Together with a case and screen protector, this covers the most vulnerable spot of the iPhone 17 all round.
At RPD you find cases in every style and protection level, tempered glass and screen protection in several variants, spare parts for the most common damage — display, battery, charging port, rear camera and back cover, charging and everyday accessories for the iPhone 17. Whether you want to protect your iPhone 17 or bring it back to life after a fall, you get everything from one place — same-day dispatch from Basel and 2 years Swiss warranty on every part.
The case selection for the iPhone 17 is broad: silicone for grippy daily use, polycarbonate hardcases for a slim profile, wallet and flip cases with two to three card slots, rugged outdoor cases with drop protection up to 2 m on standard models and up to 5 m on premium models, transparent clear cases (anti-yellowing) to show off the Apple design and elegant leather cases that develop a patina. Crossbody / lanyard cases with adjustable strap are ideal for festivals, travel and hands-free use. Key: a slightly raised lip of at least 1 mm around display and camera prevents direct contact with table surfaces — the most common cause of scratches and lost resale value.
Cyclists and outdoor athletes need shock- and water-resistant cases with mount-compatible profile. Car commuters benefit from magnetic or clip-on cases. Business users reach for wallet or flip cases with card slots. Travellers prefer crossbody lanyard cases for hands-free use.
For the iPhone 17 we stock tempered glass with 9H hardness and oleophobic coating in several variants: standard tempered glass (clear, max transparency), privacy glass (blocks side viewing angles above 30°, ideal for commuters and business users), matte glass (anti-fingerprint, anti-glare in sunlight), 3D-curved (full edge coverage), CORNING tempered glass (premium-grade glass from the original iPhone glass maker) and RPD SilkTouch (our own brand, silky touch feel). ANANK 2.5D rounds out the range. As an alternative, hydrogel films offer self-healing for micro scratches.
Damage on your iPhone 17? Repair almost always pays off. RPD stocks the common spare parts: front glass LCD, battery, charging port / USB dock, rear camera and back cover — available as original components and high-quality alternatives. Self-install is possible with iFixit guides, or bring device plus part to one of our stores. A full display repair on the iPhone 17 typically runs CHF 200–400 — you save 30–50 % vs a refurbished replacement iPhone. All spare parts come with 2 years Swiss warranty.
The iPhone 17 uses USB-C for wired charging and supports MagSafe (15 W magnetic alignment) plus Qi wireless. Matching cables and power banks are also available from us.
For tempered glass we carry ANANK, CORNING, RPD SilkTouch. For spare parts we offer original components and high-quality alternatives. For cases we mainly carry curated designs in silicone, faux leather and clear TPU. Sustainable options: cases made from recycled plastic, recycled aramid fibre or bio-based TPU are available.
Outdoor or hybrid cases with reinforced corners offer maximum drop protection (up to 2 m standard, up to 5 m premium), while a silicone case is enough for daily use. Key is a slightly raised lip of at least 1 mm around display and camera so neither ever rests on the table surface.
Standard 9H glass is optimal for most users. Privacy is recommended for commuters and business users. Matte suits sunny outdoor conditions or fingerprint sensitivity. 3D-curved offers full edge coverage. CORNING is the premium choice.
Yes — a swap is significantly cheaper than a refurbished replacement iPhone. A full display repair (glass + LCD + touch) typically runs CHF 200–400 — you save 30–50 % vs a refurbished iPhone 17. Apple-original components and tested Incell alternatives are both available — each with 2 years Swiss warranty on the spare part.
Yes. The iPhone 17 has the magnet ring built in and supports MagSafe chargers (15 W) and compatible accessories (wallet, stand, car mount).
In our German-speaking-Switzerland stores we repair your iPhone 17 with original parts. Alternatively order the spare part online and self-repair (iFixit guides available). 14-day return policy on all parts, 2 years Swiss warranty.
Shipped from our Basel warehouse — A-Post in 1–2 working days, express next business day or free pickup at one of our stores. We''re also happy to advise you in person at one of our German-speaking-Switzerland stores — repairs, protection and warranty handling all in one place.
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