On October 14th (Japan time), Apple announced "MagSafe for iPhone" that can charge the iPhone 12 series wirelessly. Launch new chargers and genuine cases compatible with MagSafe. The release date is undecided at the time of writing.
MagSafe for iPhone is a new system adopted in the iPhone 12 series. It can be charged wirelessly just by attaching it to the back of the main unit with a magnet, and even if a strong force is applied to the cable etc., the magnet part will come off from the device and the connector can be prevented from being damaged. It is also compatible with existing Qi chargers.
If it is a MagSafe compatible case, you can charge it with the case attached to the iPhone 12 series. MagSafe is also the name of the power connector that was once used in the MacBook series.
The iPhone 12 series uses MagSafe for wireless charging and has a magnet on the back of the body. As a result, the power supply unit comes into contact with the appropriate position on the back surface with a magnet, and charging can be performed with maximum efficiency without charging mistakes.
The price of Apple's genuine "MagSafe Charger" is 4,500 yen (excluding tax). It also supports Qi charging, iPhone 11 series, iPhone XS series, iPhone X / XR, iPhone 8 series, iPhone SE (2nd generation), AirPods Pro, AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (2nd generation), Wireless Charging Case You can also charge for AirPods.
In addition, the genuine case is also equipped with a magnet to support easy mounting with magnetic force. Silicone case, clear case and leather case are available for iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12 Pro respectively. The silicone case is available in eight colors: plum, deep navy, kum cut, cyprus green, pink citrus, white, black, and red, all priced at 5,500 yen (excluding tax).
In addition, the "MagSafe compatible iPhone leather wallet" will be released, which uses magnets for purposes other than charging and attaches them to the back of the iPhone. Available in four colors: Baltic Blue, California Poppy, Saddle Brown, and Black, the price is 6,800 yen (excluding tax).
