

Your iPhone will then use reverse wireless charging to top off the battery pack - the first time we've seen such a feature in use from any iPhone model. If you use a 20W adapter, you can charge both the pack and the iPhone at the same time by plugging the connector into your iPhone. Its tight integration can arguably justify "Apple tax" with iOS 14.7 and above when you place the pack on a compatible iPhone, you'll see an animation on your screen letting you know how much of a charge the pack has and automatically begin charging your phone.Ĭharging the battery pack is done via a Lightning connector on the bottom of the pack. Usually around $100, the MagSafe battery pack is the most expensive pack on this list. You're more likely to get around a 60% charge on the iPhone 12 Pro, and for most, that's enough to get through a long day at work or travel. Wireless charging isn't the most efficient because of several factors (heat being one of them). It's equipped with two battery cells, each with 11.13 Wh capacity, but still, you shouldn't expect the battery pack to charge your iPhone from 0 to 100. The MagLock is charged via a USB-C connection, and functions as a wireless charging pad if you place your phone on the pack while it's plugged in.įeatures: Capacity: 1,460mAh/ 11.13Wh | Charging Port: Lightning | Power button: NoĪpple's MagSafe battery pack is the second smallest battery pack ZDNET has tested, despite how bulky it may look in photos. I just attach the pack to my phone, let it charge, and then remove it. There's also a power button, but I haven't had to use it. Another sound plays when you remove the pack from your iPhone. When you connect the pack to your phone, it plays a short sound to let you know the pack is in use. According to m圜harge, the gap between the phone and the battery pack allows both devices to remain cooler than the competition, which leads to better efficiency and faster charging rates. The MagLock has a unique raised design where the pack connects to the phone. The MagLock lineup has three different options, ranging in capacity and price. The latest company to offer a MagSafe compatible battery pack is m圜harge with its MagLock lineup. Closeįeatures: Capacity: 3,000mAh, 6,000mAh, 9,000mAh | Charging Port: USB-C | Power button: Yes If you see inaccuracies in our content, please report the mistake via this form. If we have made an error or published misleading information, we will correct or clarify the article. Our editors thoroughly review and fact-check every article to ensure that our content meets the highest standards. Our goal is to deliver the most accurate information and the most knowledgeable advice possible in order to help you make smarter buying decisions on tech gear and a wide array of products and services. ZDNET's editorial team writes on behalf of you, our reader. Indeed, we follow strict guidelines that ensure our editorial content is never influenced by advertisers.

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