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Although it was introduced with the iPhone 12 line in 2020 and included in every iPhone since, MagSafe still feels like an underutilized part of the iPhone ecosystem. This circular array of magnets built into the back of the iPhone allows compatible accessories to lock onto the device with a strong magnetic connection and not only makes using the phone more convenient in many ways, but also provides an easy way to personalize your iPhone.
With MagSafe, you can charge your phone without having to plug anything in, or you can stick a bunch of accessories on the back of your device without having to commit to a single case. These accessories can be a battery, a slim wallet, a kickstand or a grip that makes it easier to hold your big phone.
I’ve purchased, returned, tested and hung up on dozens of MagSafe accessories and spent countless hours over the past five years testing tech products ranging from tablets and their accessories to laptops and watches. intelligent, which taught me what separates the good from the bad. Some accessories have weak magnets that won’t stay firmly on your phone, while others may have dual functions that make using your phone a little more enjoyable. Below, you’ll find everyone who made the cut.
Although you can connect MagSafe accessories directly to the back of your iPhone, there are cases that have built-in magnets to strengthen the connection, so you can protect your phone while still stacking an accessory or two on the back. . (If you’re using a case without MagSafe compatibility but still want to use a MagSafe charger like the ones below, you have to remove the case every time you want to charge your phone, which is very inconvenient.) I love the Atom Studios Split Silicone Case for a couple of reasons: the split-tone design is sleek and understated, and the silicone part provides good grip. In my testing, the case’s built-in magnets can hold third-party accessories like a battery or PopSocket without them wiggling like they do with a case with weaker magnets. You can even get a version with a blue or green woodgrain bottom.
I love PopSockets, but my biggest frustration with them has always been that I have to engage a different one for each case I use (thin case for parties, rugged case for hikes and bike rides), and That’s expensive. PopSocket’s PopGrip for MagSafe solves that problem: stick it on any MagSafe-compatible case and it’ll stay firmly connected, but it detaches and can follow you from case to case. It comes in two different versions, including one with a built-in wallet, and you can replace the plain-looking PopSocket part with a more exciting one that suits your style better.
If you have limited pocket space or just like to minimize what you carry with you at all times, a MagSafe wallet allows you to store a few cards and your ID without needing to take up pocket space. additional. Moft’s snap-on phone holder and wallet — which is made with vegan leather — works great. It can only hold three cards, but that’s enough if I’m just meeting friends for dinner or running errands. There’s also a built-in stand on the back that lets you prop up your phone in portrait mode. You can use it for FaceTime calls, but I mostly used it to play Marvel Snap without having to hold my phone all the time; it works great for both.
Moft’s case is great, but getting your cards in and out is a bit tricky. Mujjo’s wallet, which is made of genuine leather, does not have a kickstand, but it is easier to access your cards than Moft’s. In addition to the slot at the top of the wallet, there is a small opening at the bottom that allows you to push cards out of the top slot, and there is another opening at the back of the wallet that serves the same purpose. is not connected to your phone. It comes in three colors (blue, black, and brown) and has rubberized strips on the back that make it more slip-resistant when attached to your phone.
Before upgrading to the iPhone 14 Pro Max, my 12 Mini’s battery usually died before I was ready to call it a night. Battery cases were the way to go if you wanted to extend your phone’s battery life, but I’ve found MagSafe batteries to be a better way to keep my phone charged on the go than a dedicated bulky case that I have to haul around all night. There are plenty of options, but most (like Apple’s and Moft’s) don’t have high capacities, so they may only be good for a full charge at most. Mophie’s Snap+ Powerstation packs a massive 10,000mAh battery (plenty to charge an iPhone 14 Pro Max with juice to spare), and it has an adjustable kickstand for a quick TikTok scrolling session — plus a charging cord. standard camera tripod if you need a way to mount your mobile video rig.
This is probably the most obvious use case for a MagSafe accessory: charging your phone without needing to plug anything in. But it’s also one of the most convenient for me because I hate having to fumble around for my charger and find the slot on my phone in the dark right before I go to bed. Anker’s PowerWave MagSafe charger connects directly to the back of your phone to give it a charge while you scroll before relaxing. Note, however, that wireless charging is slower than using a cable, so it’s best to use it as an overnight charger rather than trying to top up your battery before you leave.
A few months after its debut in December 2020, this was the first accessory I received for my 12 Mini. Apple’s Duo Watch and iPhone Charger, while pricey, folds down to the size of a coaster and helped me cut down on the number of cables I needed to pack last fall for a wedding and remain my go-to travel charger. I often put it on my desk when I don’t want to bring my iPhone charging cable while I work.
This three-in-one charger is a one-stop-shop for charging all your portable Apple devices. It doesn’t have a fancy stand to hold your iPhone (you lay it flat on the charger surface, like with the MagSafe Duo), but it does have an extra third charger for your AirPods, which the charger itself lacks. from Apple. If you’re looking for the best way to charge your phone, Apple Watch, and AirPods at the same time with as few cables as possible, Belkin’s charger offers that convenience.
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