Apple’s new iPhone 15 cases, known as FineWoven, have faced sharp criticism from users and reviewers alike since their launch earlier this September.
The criticisms directed at FineWoven cases primarily revolve around their susceptibility to scratches and stains after only a short period of use, much to the dismay of many Apple customers.
Furthermore, the quality of these new cases appears to be in question, with some Apple users deeming them “subpar,” “cheap-looking,” and “unlike other Apple products.” Some have even reported returning these cases due to their dissatisfaction.
Prominent tech media outlets, including The Verge, Apple Insider, CNET, among others, have published negative reviews of the Apple FineWoven cases. Additionally, negative user feedback has been prevalent on social media platforms and forums like Reddit.
Apple had announced its intention to discontinue the production of leather cases concurrently with the launch of the new iPhone 15, to be replaced by the environmentally-friendly FineWoven cases.
Apple describes FineWoven as a material with a “durable cotton texture” made from up to 68% recycled polyester, boasting a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to the leather materials the company has phased out as part of its environmental conservation efforts.
Apple sells FineWoven cases for $60, a price that some customers find steep in relation to the perceived quality of the product.
