Apple New Accessories MagSafe Charger: New Magnet Chargers’ Working Principle

Apple's four new iPhone 12 models -- the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 12 Mini -- come with 5G, better cameras and the return of a beloved Apple MacBook feature: the MagSafe charger. MagSafe may be returning to the MacBook Pro soon, too, and some of us are pretty excited about it (others... not so much). We've now reviewed all four variants of the iPhone 12 lineup and can explain how MagSafe works on the phones (which are excellent), using magnets to attach a wireless charger. 

There's also a potentially limitless number of magnetic accessories that snap onto the back of the phone, such as cases, docks, mounts and even a wallet. In fact, the MagSafe accessories are one of the iPhone 12's best features. 

By embracing a snap-on ethos that's failed other phone-makers (more on that below), the iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max represent a bold new direction for Apple and a new way for iPhone owners to use their phones. 

Here's a look at what Apple says MagSafe does, how it works and how you might use it once you upgrade. And here's why MagSafe is Apple's sleeper feature that's bigger than you think.

1. How does MagSafe work on iPhone 12?
The new iPhone 12 devices are embedded with what Apple describes as "an array of magnets" (Apple says they're recycled) around a centered charging coil that can pull up to 15 watts of power -- twice as powerful as wireless charging on previous iPhones (but on par with phones from other brands). 

When you bring the charging end of the power cord close to the iPhone's back, those magnets will pull it into place. The same goes for other MagSafe accessories and, depending what you're clipping on, your iPhone will display a brief animation related to the accessory to confirm that it's locked on.

2.Will iPhone 12 come with a MagSafe charging cable?
No, Apple will include only a USB-C-to-Lightning cable (and no power brick or earbuds) in the box with new iPhones. Apple's two MagSafe charging cables -- one standalone and another that also charges an Apple Watch -- will be sold separately, but Apple confirmed that at least one other manufacturer, Belkin, will be selling MagSafe-compatible charging cables as well.

3.How much will Apple's MagSafe accessories cost?
The standalone MagSafe iPhone charger is available for $39. Clear and silicone cases cost $49 and the leather wallet costs $59. Check our Apple Magsafe Wireless Charger you can wholesale now.

4. Will my current wireless charger work with the new iPhones?
Yes, the new iPhones are backward-compatible with existing Qi-enabled wireless charging devices. If your old device supplies 7.5 watts of power, that's how much your new iPhone will draw, but it's capable of pulling up to 15 watts.

Interestingly, the new MagSafe charger is also backward-compatible with older iPhones (but will only deliver 7.5 watts).