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- Apple's new $129 Smart Battery Case for the iPhone 11 and 11 Pro is a reliable yet expensive option for those looking to get more juice out of their iPhone.
- When I tested the case using an iPhone 11 Pro, I didn't have to charge my iPhone for roughly three days.
- It costs significantly more than options from third-party accessory makers, but it does come with conveniences not found elsewhere like a dedicated camera button.
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If you're anything like me, you probably feel like your phone's battery life can never last long enough. That's why I've come to appreciate power bank accessories and battery cases over the years, particularly for those extra long days when it's unclear how long it will be before I'm able to plug my phone in again.
Apple's latest battery case, the $129 Smart Battery Case for the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max is an excellent albeit pricey option for those looking to get some extra mileage out of their iPhone. At $129, it's more expensive than many of its third-party rivals. But it works well and integrates with the iPhone in a way that only Apple products can.
During my time testing the Smart Battery Case with an iPhone 11 Pro, I found that I didn't have to charge my phone for roughly three days.
Here's a closer look at what it's been like to use it.