If you own an iPhone, you’ve probably noticed the extensive range of accessories available on the market, many of which are made to keep your phone safe and in good condition. There are so many different accessories available because of the various purposes they serve, so you need to be well informed on how these accessories work and what you need in order to preserve your iPhone for as long as possible.

There are all kinds of fancy and innovative iPhone accessories being introduced to the market daily, though the most basic and common accessory every iPhone owner should consider purchasing is a case to protect it from dirt, dust, and scratches. In most scenarios, having a case will also save your iPhone from serious damage if it were accidentally dropped.

Recently, a newer style of iPhone cases has been designed called the “juice pack air”, which not only provides extra protection but also provides extra battery life. The juice pack air is a hard case containing a hidden battery that supplements the battery within the iPhone, offering the benefit of superior defense against forceful impact while maintaining a charge nearly twice as long than the primary battery could do alone.

iPhones are famous for their touch screen mode of operation. The screen is made of a delicate glass that can be easily scratched or cracked if not properly cared for. iPhone owners can purchase an accessory that works as a protective cover for the screen while it is in use. It is a thin, clear film that sticks to the screen, providing a shield between finger oils and particles that would otherwise smudge and scratch the fragile touch screen.

Unfortunately, the glass can still be cracked if handled poorly even with this protective film, so it is important to be very careful when actually using your iPhone if you want to avoid costly repairs.

Ranging widely in styles, colors, and materials, the majority of iPhone accessories cost twenty dollars and up, not usually exceeding forty dollars for one item. Just about all of these accessories serve to preserve your iPhone and optimize its performance in one way or another.

The manual that comes with your iPhone will give you a clear description of how to further care for your phone, such as cleaning instructions and specific accessory recommendations. It will also warn you against doing certain things like cleaning the touch screen with chemical cleaners or solvents, which could cause irreparable damage to your iPhone.

Always refer to the manual included with the phone as well as each of the accessories for information on how to safely clean them.