Apple has begun selling its first portable MagSafe battery chargers over the company’s website.
The product, simply dubbed the “MagSafe Battery Pack,” retails for $99. And it can wirelessly recharge your iPhone 12 or 12 Pro on the go through the magnetically-attachable MagSafe connector.
The accessory looks similar in size to an AirPods case, making it compact enough to fit in a pocket, even while attached to an iPhone.
Thanks to the built-in magnets, the device will also remain attached to the iPhone while the charging occurs. “And it automatically charges, so there’s no need to turn it on or off,” Apple says.
The recharging also won’t interfere with your credit cards or key fobs, although Apple notes: “If you use any other (iPhone) case that holds items like credit cards, remove them before charging with your MagSafe Battery Pack.”
The device can also double as a standard cable-based MagSafe charger. This can be done when the battery pack is connected to a power source via a Lightning cable.
“When charging on the go, your MagSafe Battery Pack can charge your iPhone with up to 5W of power. If connected to a 20W or higher power source, it can charge with up to 15W of power,” the Apple support document for the product says.
In addition, attaching the MagSafe Battery Pack to an iPhone and then plugging in the MagSafe Battery Pack into a power adapter will recharge both devices simultaneously. “You can also charge both if you attach your MagSafe Battery Pack to your iPhone, then plug your iPhone into a power source,” Apple adds.
To use the battery charger, the company says an iPhone should be running iOS 14.7 or higher. The charging status will appear on the Lock screen once the battery pack is attached. Apple also notes the software may slow down the recharging process to prevent overheating.
“To extend the lifespan of your battery, if the battery gets too warm, software might limit charging above 80%. Your iPhone will charge again when the temperature drops,” the company said.
According to Apple’s website, the company will ship out the battery packs within three to five business days after an order is made.
