Hands on: PlugBug Duo attaches to MacBook Pro charger, gives travelers two USB charging ports Twelve South today has updated their handy PlugBug world with an additional USB port, making it even more useful for powering all your gear on the go. Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 6
Review: Vinpok Bolt-S cable returns MagSafe-like technology to the USB-C MacBook Pro [u] MagSafe was removed from the 2016 MacBook Pro, and its not likely coming back. Does the Vinpok Bolt-S cable fill the gap, or is the attraction of the old technology best left in the past? Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 28
MagSafe replacement comes to Apple's 15" MacBook Pro with Vinpok Bolt-S USB-C adapter A new USB-C adapter and cable from Vinpok will soon return MagSafe-like functionality to the 15-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, complete with 87 watts of charging power. Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 62
Griffin preps MagSafe-like USB-C power adapter, Acer & Lenovo unveil USB-C monitors On Monday, a trio of companies announced new gear suited to the USB-C port on the 12-inch Retina MacBook. Griffin revealed a MagSafe-like power adapter, while Acer and Lenovo teased compatible monitors. Roger Fingas 10 years ago 12
Apple wins patents for iPhone & iPad designs by Steve Jobs & Jony Ive Apple on Tuesday secured ownership of a number of key design-related patents covering the iPhone 4, credited in part to Steve Jobs, as well as the L-shaped MagSafe charging connector, and the iPad with Smart Cover. Sam Oliver 13 years ago 33
Apple's new Retina Display MacBook Pro, MacBook Air sport slimmer MagSafe 2 port On its quest for ever-thinner computers, Apple has created MagSafe 2, a slimmer version of its magnetic power port, for the next-generation MacBook Pro and the MacBook Air. Josh Ong 14 years ago 49
Apple notifies faulty MagSafe owners of class-action settlement Apple has reached a settlement on a class-action lawsuit over T-shaped MagSafe connectors for MacBook and MacBook Pro models that can fray and come apart. Slash Lane 14 years ago 24
Apple exploring universal power adapter, data/charge cable for iPhone & Mac Apple has shown interest in creating an all-in-one data and power cable that could be used to charge and transfer files between unique devices like iPhones and Macs. Neil Hughes 14 years ago 31
Apple may build its own external battery pack for recharging on the go Apple has shown interest in integrating a rechargeable external battery pack into its standard charging cable, providing extra power for devices like a MacBook or iPhone when a power outlet isn't available. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 41
Apple exploring all-in-one MagSafe power and data connector Apple could add an optical signal path to future MagSafe connectors on Macs, allowing the magnetic port to send and receive data, as well as power the device. Neil Hughes 15 years ago 48
Apple patents show convertible tablet, MagSafe optical data connector Patents granted to Apple on Tuesday reveal that the company could be working on a device that converts from standard laptop form to tablet form as well as a magnetic connector that provides both power and an optical data connection. Josh Ong 15 years ago 52
Apple hit with class action suit over fire-prone MagSafe adapters A new lawsuit seeking class action status has accused Apple of neglecting a flaw in the MagSafe power connector for MacBooks that might not only cause a break but could trigger sparks, forcing customers to buy replacements and even creating a potential fire hazard. Katie Marsal 17 years ago 106
Patent roundup: video features, scroll wheel keyboard Newly published filings show Apple attempting to patent two important video decoding techniques as well as a scrolling technique that applies both to iPods and a possible keyboard. Katie Marsal 18 years ago 20
