The Dark Side of Apple's Convenience: How Accessory Frenzy Is Changing the Mobile Experience The latest iPhones may be sleek and powerful, but their true value lies not in the device itself, but in the ecosystem that surrounds it.
For years, Apple has been quietly shifting the responsibility for improving our mobile experience from itself to its users – or rather, to the industry of accessory makers that have sprung up around its products.
The proliferation of accessories like screen protectors and cases often masquerades as a means to elevate our mobile lives from mere utility to luxury.