The most unexpected iPhone 17 accessory has flown off the shelves: the Crossbody strap is sold out in almost all colors

Apple has surprised with an accessory that is as simple as it is popular. The Crossbody Strapa strap designed to carry the iPhone on the shoulder or across the body, has become an unexpected success. Almost a month after its launch with the iPhone 17 and iPhone Airthe accessory is still out of stock in most of its color versions.

Shipping delays and lack of stock in all channels

According to the latest consultations, in the Apple Online Store in the United Statessix of the ten available colors show shipping times longer than a month, with estimated dates between November 5 and 12. A seventh color is also not available until the end of October, leaving just three options with immediate delivery. Even collection in physical stores presents low availabilitywith many of them out of stock in most variants.

The situation does not improve outside the official channel. In amazonwhere Apple also markets the accessory, shipping times are similarly long, confirming either strong demand or limited initial supply. Although not many people are yet seen using the strap in public, availability data indicates that the product is generating real interest among users.

After consulting the Spanish online Apple Store, it seems that in Spain the situation is similar. For example, it is possible to pick up the accessory today at the Passeig de Gràcia store in Barcelona if it is purchased in black. However, in other colors the accessory may not be available until November. In our country, the strap has a price of 70 euros.

The Crossbody Strap arrived as part of Apple’s new wave of accessories to accompany the iPhone 17 range. Its design allows you to hold the phone without the need for pockets or drawstring cases, offering a comfortable and customizable alternative for daily use. The company offers the accessory in ten colors, including orange, navy blue and sandall compatible with the new magnetic anchoring systems of the most recent iPhones.

Without official sales figures or production data, it is difficult to know whether the success is due to higher-than-expected demand or a very limited initial stock. Still, the prolonged lack of availability suggests that Apple has, almost by accident, found one of its most popular accessories of the year.