MagSafe is a series of proprietary magnetically attached power connectors developed by Apple Inc. for Mac laptops. It was introduced on January 10, 2006, in conjunction with the MacBook Pro, the first Intel-based Mac laptop, at the Macworld Expo. The connector is held in place magnetically so that if it is tugged, it will be pulled out of the port without damaging the connector or the port, and without pulling the computer off its surface. MagSafe was deemed to be a sufficient improvement due to the connector being symmetrical and reversible, and the fact that magnets within a connector are arranged in opposing polarities for improved coupling strength.
MagSafe is also a magnetic technology from Apple, built into the internal engineering of iPhone 14/13/12 models. It was originally created as a safety feature for MacBook charging cords and was incorporated into the iPhone 14/13/12 to create a new ecosystem of accessories for easy attachment and faster wireless charging. MagSafe is a series of magnets placed around the iPhone 14/13/12’s internal charging coil, which senses other MagSafe compatible accessories and snaps seamlessly and securely into place. MagSafe will only attach to other compatible MagSafe accessories, so there’s no need to worry about other magnets interfering or getting stuck to your phone.
MagSafe is a fully wireless charging standard that enables wireless charging up to 15 watts, but its not only for charging. It also allows you to easily connect a charger to your MacBook even in the dark. MagSafe accessories include chargers, cases, wallets, and other attachments that use magnets to snap onto your iPhone. MagSafe accessories that are built “with MagSafe” have the official MagSafe technology from Apple inside them, while “MagSafe compatible” accessories meet industry standards and still provide the convenience and precision of snap-on attachment with a magnetic ring, but don’t have the official MagSafe technology inside.
