Apple in July unveiled its rumored MagSafe Battery Pack, introducing an add-on battery that’s designed to work with the iPhone 12, iPhone 12…
Apple in July unveiled its rumored MagSafe Battery Pack, introducing an add-on battery that’s designed to work with the iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max. Priced at $99, the MagSafe Battery Pack provides extra battery life for the iPhone 12 lineup and it also has a few nifty features, such as a reverse wireless charging option that lets it be charged through the iPhone. This guide features all of the details that we know about the new MagSafe Battery Pack and how it works. The MagSafe Battery Pack has a rectangular design that matches the shape of the iPhone, and it attaches to the back of an iPhone 12,12 mini,12 Pro, or 12 Pro Max to provide extra power. The back side of the MagSafe Battery Pack that’s visible has a rounded look with rounded corners, while the front is flat with a MagSafe indentation. There is a built-in Lightning port for charging the MagSafe Battery Pack. The MagSafe Battery Pack charges an iPhone 12 model at 5W when out and about, with Apple limiting charging speed due to heat concerns and to prolong battery life. When the MagSafe Battery Pack is attached to an iPhone and plugged in to a Lightning to USB-C cable that’s connected to a 20W or higher charger, the iPhone is able to charge through the MagSafe Battery Pack at 15W. Most people will need the MagSafe Battery Pack while on the go, and in this situation, it’s good to be aware that charging is limited to a slower 5W speed. Apple did not provide details on how much additional battery life an iPhone user can get with the MagSafe Battery Pack. Qi-based wireless charging is not efficient and some of the battery capacity is lost, so it’s not entirely clear just how much the MagSafe Battery Pack will charge up an iPhone 12, especially as charging capacity may vary based on temperature conditions.
