What is the Technology Behind MagSafe Wallets?
The Magic of Magsafe!
MagSafe wallets have hit the market, creating quite a bit of buzz. People are snatching them up. They are appearing on all the biggest eCommerce websites, which has led many people to wonder just what it is about these wallets that make them so different from other types of smartphone accessories. It is true that MagSafe wallets really do stand out, and there are several reasons for that, chief among them being the technology that Apple has used to produce these wallets.
MagSafe accessories are among the biggest items currently in production by Apple at the moment, with many new items being hinted at by the company. Right now, the MagSafe wallet, which attaches to the iPhone, is making waves because of just how much it has to offer fans of Apple technology. To understand just why those who love Apple products are so excited by the release of the MagSafe wallet, it is important to take a step back and look at the history behind MagSafe technology and everything it has to offer, starting with the technology’s original use in the company’s laptop computers.
What is MagSafe Technology?
MagSafe was originally developed and released with Apple’s line of MacBook Pro computers in 2006. This technology was used to help connect its charger cables to its laptops by using rare-earth magnets. Charger cables would not immediately disconnect from a computer with these magnets if the cable was tugged on or pulled. Instead, the charger cable would gently pull away from the computer. This was important because a sudden yank from the charger cable could cause a laptop to fall, something that could cause damage to a computer.
While this technology has been discontinued in Apple’s laptops since 2019, it has now been introduced in the company’s iPhones. However, it has a somewhat different purpose these days. Today it helps ensure that iPhones are placed properly on wireless charging stations. This has helped resolve a common headache for iPhone users. Additionally, the same rare-earth magnets used in its chargers and iPhones can be found in a range of MagSafe accessories, including MagSafe cases and, now, MagSafe wallets.
How Does a MagSafe Wallet Work?
The rare-earth magnets in a MagSafe wallet allow it to connect directly to an iPhone or a MagSafe case magnetically. This makes it an easy way to keep your identification and a couple of credit or debit cards when you are on the go. Until now, this has been difficult for iPhone users. The MagSafe technology in an iPhone means that the iPhone must be left exposed so it can easily be connected to the MagSafe charger. This means that large and bulky wallet cases cannot be attached to the iPhone, as they cannot easily be removed.
Can You Charge a Phone Through a MagSafe Wallet?
Among the many questions that iPhone users have when considering whether they want to purchase a MagSafe wallet is whether or not they will be able to charge their iPhone through the wallet. With a MagSafe case, which is made of silicone, it is possible to charge the phone directly through the case. However, this does not seem to be possible with the MagSafe wallet. However, removing and then reattaching the MagSafe wallet is a simple process, as it connects to the case or the iPhone through the power of magnets. This means that all an iPhone user needs to do is take the MagSafe wallet off when they need to charge their phone and simply place it back on when the phone is done charging. It does not make the process any more complicated or time-consuming.
Will a MagSafe Wallet Harm My Credit Cards?
Another common question that people have when it comes to a MagSafe wallet is whether it will harm their credit or debit cards. This is a valid concern as the MagSafe wallet includes magnets. Any credit card or debit card indeed features a magnetic strip, and if exposed to a magnet for any prolonged period of time, this strip can become damaged, making it impossible to read. However, Apple has anticipated this problem and included security measures in the MagSafe wallet so that users do not have to worry about any possible damage being done to their credit or debit cards.
Additionally, it is important to remember that today’s credit and debit cards typically feature a chip and that most card readers will read this chip rather than the magnetic strip. This chip does not rely on any form of magnetism, so even on the off chance that the magnetism could potentially do any form of damage, there is nothing to worry about when it comes to the potential of the MagSafe wallet doing damage to one’s credit or debit cards.
What Can Buyers Expect?
Overall, the MagSafe wallet is a relatively simple yet functional item that will be able to “snap” onto one’s iPhone. An individual can hold approximately three cards with this wallet, or perhaps four if those cards are on the thin side. The wallet is not that large, as it is made to fit right on the side of an iPhone, and therefore does not have room for additional items such as cash. However, it is a high-quality piece and is likewise made of quality European leather that can stand up well to daily use.
Being that it holds on to the iPhone through the use of magnetism, it may occasionally be prone to coming away from the iPhone. However, MagSafe rare-earth magnets are strong, and buyers can expect that the MagSafe wallet will hold on well, only coming away from the iPhone when pulled out of a pocket or in similar situations. Overall, the technology is in line with what buyers have come to expect from Apple.
What Does the Future Hold?
Seeing the MagSafe wallet has made shoppers even more excited about the future of MagSafe technology. Apple has already hinted at even more MagSafe accessories, and it can be expected that they will continue to produce more items featuring this technology. In the future, Apple fans can expect to see everything from the cases, sleeves, and wallets already available to docks, mounts for the car, and much more.