**Apple Introduces iPhone Pocket: A Luxurious Throwback to the iPod Socks**
In an unexpected revelation, Apple has launched the iPhone Pocket, a distinctive accessory created in partnership with acclaimed designer Issey Miyake. This latest product, defined by its “unique 3D-knitted construction,” is tailored to accommodate any iPhone model, presenting a contemporary spin on the beloved iPod Socks from the early 2000s.
**Design and Features**
The iPhone Pocket features a ribbed open design, echoing Issey Miyake’s signature folds. When expanded, the fabric displays the iPhone’s screen, enabling users to engage with their device without needing to take it out of the pocket. This accessory can be held by hand, attached to bags, or directly worn on the body, offering flexibility in its usage.
Apple presents eight color variations for the short strap model and three more hues for the long strap edition. The design is produced in Japan, taking inspiration from the idea of a “piece of cloth,” and seeks to reinvent the daily practicality of Miyake’s pleated garments.
**Availability and Pricing**
The iPhone Pocket will be accessible at select Apple Store outlets and online in France, Greater China, Italy, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, the UK, and the U.S. The product will launch on November 14, with the short strap design costing $149.95 and the long strap priced at $229.95.
**Retail Locations**
Customers can locate the iPhone Pocket at the following Apple Store sites:
– Apple Canton Road, Hong Kong
– Apple Ginza, Tokyo
– Apple Jing’an, Shanghai
– Apple Marché Saint-Germain, Paris
– Apple Myeongdong, Seoul
– Apple Orchard Road, Singapore
– Apple Piazza Liberty, Milan
– Apple Regent Street, London
– Apple SoHo, New York City
– Apple Xinyi A13, Taipei
This announcement occurs just a day after the iPod’s 24th anniversary, providing a sentimental acknowledgment of Apple’s history while presenting an innovative method for carrying and safeguarding iPhones.
