No, you don’t need to pay Apple $50 for a new cable.
This Type-C to Magsafe 3 Converter is available for around $15.
It turns any USB-C cable into a MagSafe 3 cable, with the same charging speeds and same magnetic breakaway.
It’s far cheaper than buying a replacement cable from Apple.
I think Apple’s MagSafe charging system for its MacBook line is a fantastic idea. The breakaway magnetic connector not only makes attaching the cable to the MacBook a snap — literally. But it also prevents potentially thousands of dollars of damage if you or someone in your vicinity accidentally trips over the cord.
But what happens when you lose or damage your cable? Is Apple’s $50 replacement your only option? Definitely not.
You could just settle for a plain old USB-C cord.
