Apple resurrects MagSafe branding for line of iPhone 12 accessories

Apple has brought back its MagSafe name for a new ecosystem of iPhone 12 accessories including cases, chargers, and wallets.

During its "Hi, Speed" October event, Apple debuted a new feature for iPhone 12: MagSafe. The reinvigorated name now refers to an integrated magnet in the back of the iPhone 12 line. Using this set of magnets, Apple opens up new possibilities for a large ecosystem of accessories that it will be creating along with third-party manufacturers.

Apple MagSafe Duo

The MagSafe charger snaps to the back of iPhone 12 and allows you to hold and use the iPhone while it is being charged at fast speeds. There is also the MagSafe Duo which is a folding charger that can charge both an iPhone 12 and Apple Watch simultaneously.

Other Apple accessories include a magnetically attaching wallet and a new sleeve. The sleeve uses the magnet that, when detected by iPhone, causes the clock to illuminate through a small window in the case.

Belkin's new MagSafe accessories

Accessory makers will be free to create their own MagSafe devices as well. Belkin is soon to release a new MagSafe car mount as well as a new multi-device charging dock.

24 Comments

kendog52404 64 comments · 12 Years

About 4 years ago

I'm kinda hoping that somebody, either Apple, or more likely an accessory maker, will make iPhone Cases for the previous, but still selling generations of the iPhone, such as the iPhone 11 series, that includes Mag Safe. If there is, I hope it includes charging, albeit probably through the Lightning Port on the older iPhones.

docno42 3761 comments · 16 Years

One of the best features of the Apple Watch was the magnet that aligned it perfectly when on the charger. I'm surprised it took this long to spread. I replaced most of my flat chargers with stand style chargers mainly because with the stand chargers the phone is aligned and charges flawlessly where the flat disks if the phone is slightly off and you don't notice you might think it's charging, but it isn't.

SpamSandwich 32917 comments · 19 Years

Good move. These are all nice updates.

sflocal 6133 comments · 16 Years

I hope the magnet is strong enough to support the iPhone with a case.

Detnator 287 comments · 4 Years

kendog52404 said:

I'm kinda hoping that somebody, either Apple, or more likely an accessory maker, will make iPhone Cases for the previous, but still selling generations of the iPhone, such as the iPhone 11 series, that includes Mag Safe. If there is, I hope it includes charging, albeit probably through the Lightning Port on the older iPhones.

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