The iPhone 14, iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 (in all their mini, Pro and Pro Max models) are unique because they are compatible with Apple's MagSafe charging system — and you can expect the upcoming iPhone 14 to have MagSafe as well. These iPhones have a magnet built directly into them so that, when paired with a MagSafe charger, they magnetically connect and automatically start charging. This eliminates the need to find the perfect alignment that most wireless chargers still require.
More fun is that MagSafe opens up the door for a whole new ecosystem of accessories that work with the new iPhone models. Apple has already released a number of MagSafe cases, chargers and even a minimalist wallet. But more and more third-party makers are coming out with MagSafe accessories of their own. We've rounded up a whole host of them, for iPhone 14, iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 alike, below.
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We've been writing about and reviewing Apple's iPhones, iPads and Mac lines for near-on a decade, as well as all the peripherals that work with those devices. We also work with major brands and talk to experts within the tech and audio industries. The below selections of MagSafe accessories are a combination of products that we've had hands-on experience with as well as products that are made by brands that we trust.
Apple's newest line of iPhone 14 — including the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max — all support Apple's MagSafe, of course. But thanks to camera bumps that are slightly different from their predecessors, they only fit into iPhone 14-specific cases. Here are the best MagSafe-friendly cases that add protection and style to your iPhone 14.
The iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max all support Apple's MagSafe, of course. But thanks to camera bumps that are slightly different from their predecessors, they only fit into iPhone 13-specific cases. Here are the best MagSafe-friendly cases that add protection and style to your iPhone 13.
The iPhone 12 and its three other incarnations — including the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max — are the first iPhones to be integrated with MagSafe.
A MagSafe charger can charge any MagSafe-supported iPhone model at 15 watts — save for the "mini," which charges at a max of 12 watts over MagSafe. That's twice as fast as the 7.5-watts that wirelessly chargeable iPhones max out at while using a non-MagSafe wireless charger.
The Best Wireless Chargers That Do Not Fully Support MagSafe
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These are the best non-official MagSafe chargers, meaning they max out at 7.5-watts, rather than delivering the super fast charge ( up to 15-watts) that a true MagSafe charger can deliver. They do tend to be more affordable, though.
We've rounded up the best car mounts for your MagSafe-compatible iPhone. All are designed to help you navigate and answer calls — hands-free — while driving.
We've rounded up the best portable power banks for iPhone 12 or iPhone 13. None (yet) are able to fast charge your iPhone at up to 15 watts (which is the max potential of MagSafe), but they'll magnetically stick to your iPhone, which is still super convenient.
The Best MagSafe Mounts, Stands and Other Accessories
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The fact that Apple has integrated MagSafe, which is essentially a big magnet, in the back of each iPhone 12 model has opened them up to an entirely new ecosystem of accessories. You can magnetically attach your iPhone 12 to wallets, mounts, stands, chargers and other accessories.