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What actually makes a case MagSafe
MagSafe is a ring of magnets in a specific arrangement plus an alignment magnet, and the difference between a case that says MagSafe and one that works is how complete that array is. Budget versions use a partial ring or a single disc. The accessory still sticks, but it rotates, and a car mount that rotates on a corner is a car mount that drops your phone.
The second half is charging speed. A correct magnet array holds the charging coil in exact alignment, which is what allows the full 15W rate. A misaligned accessory falls back to slow standard wireless charging, and most people who complain their MagSafe charger is slow are actually describing this.
Adding MagSafe to a case you already have
Stick-on magnet rings work, but they sit on top of the case and add thickness, which weakens the hold for anything heavier than a wallet. If you want cards attached magnetically, look at wallet phone cases, and compare styles in the phone case buying guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is a MagSafe phone case?
A MagSafe phone case is a case with a ring of magnets built into the back, arranged to match the magnet array in the phone. That ring lets chargers, wallets, mounts and stands snap on in exact alignment.
Does MagSafe work through a case?
MagSafe works through a case only if the case has its own magnet ring built in. A standard case without magnets weakens the connection to the point where accessories slide or fall off.
Will MagSafe damage my phone?
MagSafe will not damage your phone, since the magnets are designed for it and the phone's own components are shielded. Credit cards with magnetic stripes and mechanical watches are the things to keep away.
Can any case be made MagSafe?
Any case can be made MagSafe with a stick-on magnet ring, but the hold is weaker because the ring sits on the outside and adds distance. It works for a light wallet and struggles with car mounts.
Does a MagSafe case charge faster?
A MagSafe case charges faster than a plain case on a magnetic charger, because correct alignment is what unlocks the full 15W rate. Misaligned coils drop back to slower standard wireless charging.