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MagSafe

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Apple designers focused on gemstones & MagSafe requirements for iPhone 12 accessory design

Apple designers have spoken up about the design process for iPhone 12 accessories, with gem colors and MagSafe said to be the main driving forces behind how some of the new items turned out.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 11

The real story behind MagSafe, USB-C PD, and why you need a 20W AC charger

If you want to charge your iPhone 12 using MagSafe, Apple recommends using certain 20W AC adapters — and they don't need to come from Apple, despite what you may have heard. We explain what the requirements are, and why an older 18W adapter just won't cut it.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 43

MagSafe 15W fast charging reportedly restricted to Apple 20W adapter

New testing shows Apple's MagSafe charging puck does peak at 15W with iPhone 12, but only when paired with the company's 20W adapter.

AppleInsider Staff 5 years ago 20
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MagSafe chargers may imprint leather cases, are compatible with 12W adapters

Apple warned users that its new MagSafe charger may leave circular imprints on leather cases, and added that the accessory is also compatible with 12W power adapters.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 29

Podcast

iPhone 12 pre-orders, MagSafe & 5G in the US and UK on the AppleInsider podcast

Stephen Robles 5 years ago 0

Some iPhone 12 cases are shipping without speaker holes

Some of Apple's iPhone 12 cases appear to be shipping out to customers without speaker holes on the bottom, according to user reports.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 17
Hands on with Apple's MagSafe charger and silicone cases

Hands on with Apple's MagSafe charger and silicone cases

Apple's MagSafe accessories have started to show up at customers' doorsteps. We take a look at a few first-party cases, as well as Apple's MagSafe charger, to see how they work.

Andrew O'Hara 5 years ago 13

Early MagSafe Charger, iPhone 12 accessory orders start arriving

A number of Apple cusomers are already seeing products announced during Apple's second special event arrive on their doorsteps, with MagSafe chargers, the 20W USB-C power adapter, and other items arriving ahead of the iPhone 12 range.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 17
What MagSafe on the iPhone 12 is, how it works, and what can it do

What MagSafe on the iPhone 12 is, how it works, and what can it do

MagSafe for iPhone 12 is a multi-faceted feature that enables a whole new ecosystem of accessories. But how does it work and what can it do?

Andrew O'Hara 5 years ago 30

Apple's research of Apple Watch charging coil use for haptic feedback could lead to thinner devices

Apple is exploring using the wireless charging coil on an Apple Watch to also provide haptic feedback, potentially leading to smaller and thinner wearables.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 7

Everything unveiled at Apple's iPhone 12 event - and what AppleInsider thought

There was a lot to process during Tuesday's "High Speed" Apple event. Here's everything you need to know about what was released — and what we think were the best and worst releases of the day.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 39

MagSafe-compatible PopSockets are coming to iPhone 12

PopSockets, the popular handle-like smartphone accessory, will soon be compatible with Apple's new magnetic MagSafe technology, possibly allowing for much easier attachment and removal of the ubiquitous accessory.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 0

iPhone 12 wireless charging hits 15W with MagSafe, Qi limited to 7.5W

Apple device users can now take advantage of 15W wireless charging for their iPhones with iPhone 12, but only with charging accessories based on the new MagSafe protocol.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 10

Podcast

'Hi, Speed' Recap: HomePod mini, iPhone 12 mini, MagSafe, and iPhone 12 Pro on the AppleInsider podcast

Stephen Robles 5 years ago 4

Apple online store back online following iPhone 12 release event

The Apple online store is back online following October's "Hi, Speed," Apple event, boasting new pages for the iPhone 12 line, the new HomePod Mini, and many MagSafe accessories.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 4

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.

Andrew O'Hara 5 years ago 24

'iPhone 12' wireless charging accessories said to resurrect 'MagSafe' branding

Apple may be reintroducing its old "MagSafe" term, though not the same technology, in peripherals designed to charge the forthcoming "iPhone 12."

William Gallagher 5 years ago 3

New lawsuit alleges MagSafe spark ignited oxygen unit

A new lawsuit has been filed against Apple after a MagSafe Adapter allegedly sparked and ignited a customer's oxygen tank.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 27
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