Just got a new iPhone? Here are my favorite MagSafe accessories

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Just got a new iPhone? Here are my favorite MagSafe accessories

Apple announced the iPhone 17e this week, and it fixes one of the biggest issues with its predecessor by adding MagSafe support.

There’s a strong ecosystem of MagSafe iPhone accessories on the market, and these are some of my favorites.

MagSafe chargers

I am a big fan of Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe. I think it’s the best multi-device charger on the market, allowing you to charge your iPhone using MagSafe, alongside your Apple Watch and AirPods. It has a compact design and holds your iPhone stationary so you can use Standby mode.

You can order Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe from Amazon.

If you’re looking for something basic, Apple’s MagSafe charging puck is a great choice. It offers fast wireless charging up to 25W.

MagSafe bag

Apple’s first MagSafe-capable iPhone was the iPhone 12 in 2020. When I got my iPhone 12 Pro, I immediately switched to a MagSafe compatible case and haven’t looked back since. I no longer carry any kind of “real” bag.

There is a wide range of MagSafe bags on the market. Apple’s first-party FineWoven Wallet with MagSafe is a good choice, albeit a pretty basic one.

Moft also makes a really clever MagSafe case that doubles as a kickstand for your iPhone.

MagSafe car mount

Gone are the days of car mounts with awkward clips to hold your iPhone in place. MagSafe has enabled accessory makers to create sleek and smart car mounts for your iPhone.

Belkin’s MagSafe Vent Mount Pro is a great choice if you’re shopping on a budget. The only downside here is that the Belkin accessory doesn’t charge your iPhone, so you’ll still need to connect it manually. iOttie’s Velox Qi2 Mini is my recommendation for people looking for a MagSafe mount that can charge their iPhone.

If you drive a car without conventional vents, like a Tesla, Belkin also makes a Qi2 MagSafe phone mount that attaches to the back of your car’s infotainment screen. On my Ford Mustang Mach-E, I personally use a phone mount from Jowua, although I can’t vouch for the latest generation model.

MagSafe batteries

MagSafe has also powered a new category of MagSafe battery packs. These attach magnetically to the back of your iPhone so you can charge while on the go.

I use an iPhone Air, so I chose Apple’s official MagSafe Battery — but it only works with the iPhone Air. Does not work with any other iPhone model.

Before getting iPhone Air, I used Anker Nano Power Bank. My friend Stephen Robles is very into MagSafe Battery Packs and has a great video examining a ton of different options on the market. His favorite is the Baseus Picogo Qi2.2 25W, and you can watch his full video below to find out why.

MagSafe PopSockets

PopSockets have been around for years, but I never gave them a shot until MagSafe came along. I didn’t care about the clip design or using a case specifically designed for use with the PopSocket.

I don’t use a PopSocket with my iPhone Air, but I kept one working while using the iPhone 16 Pro. Thanks to MagSafe, you can pick and choose when you use the PopSocket and you don’t have to keep it permanently attached to your iPhone.

Other smart MagSafe products

While those are some of the most common MagSafe categories out there, Apple’s technology has powered a number of other smart products.

For example, there are MagSafe mounts specifically designed to hold your phone up in the shower. There are magnetic suction cup grips for your iPhone. There are MagSafe chargers that are shaped like a globe. There is a MagSafe grip designed to make your iPhone easy to hold for taking photos. There are MagSafe lights to up your selfie game, MagSafe mounts to use your iPhone as a webcam for your Mac, and more.