What happens when the luxury leather maker meets the leader in tech innovation? They create a product that steps to new heights.
Apple and Hermès first collaborated six years ago with luxury straps made for Apple Watch. They are both industry leaders with Apple representing the new world of technology. Both companies are known for their high standards and leadership in their respective fields.
Apple announced during its Spring Loaded event, the first the company had this year, another partnership with Hermès with Apple’s newly released AirTags.
The AirTags is a new Apple device that allows users to locate physical objects you attach it to like keys, wallets, etc. It uses Apple’s Find My app to help locate those objects and harness state-of-the-art tracking system harnessing a crowdsourced billion Apple devices to help locate those things even when they’re offline.
The Hermès AirTag Travel Tag is a leather holder for the AirTag and is supplied complete with an exclusive etching of the Cloud de Selle signature. It also includes a section to add contact details that are similar to other tags used for travel suitcases.
The AirTag Hermès is crafted in Barènia calfskin or Swift calfskin that the brand is known for and comes in its signature brown hue.
The Apple AirTag Hermès Travel Tag costs $699 and includes an Apple AirTag. It is available to order with shipments starting on April 30.
Hermès also released a new case for the new iPhone lineup. The new Hermès case for iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro is made in France and is distinguished by its silky touch. With careful use, the case evolves and becomes darker, developing a patina over time. It protects with flair your iPhone 12 or 12 Pro from drops and scratches. The case supports Apple’s MagSafe feature for wireless charging.
The iPhone 12 case starts at $570 and is available for pre-order. Shipment for the beautiful case starts on April 27.
Hermès collection for Apple represents some of the lowest cost products the company makes. Its first collaboration with Apple was a success that offered luxury to the otherwise “tech” watch with Apple calling it the ultimate union of heritage and innovation. Apple designs an exclusive watch face for those who bought the Apple Watch Hermès edition.
