Hello I am currently researching to find a good MagSafe charger/ car mount for my 2014 Ford Escape. Not sure if car model really matters thought I’d add in anyway. I’d prefer one for the dashboard but open to other ideas. I’d also like to have one that is fairly easy to install. If anyone has recommendations I would appreciate them. Thanks.
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How does a MagSafe charger work?
While the MagSafe charger can charge recent iPhones, starting with the iPhone 8, it is only optimised for models that feature the magnetic charging coil on the back of the phone, which include the iPhone 12 and later models.
For best results, it is recommended that you plug your MagSafe charger into its power source before attaching the iPhone. This allows the two devices to engage and set the charging wattage properly. This means your phone will charge at top speed.
Do I need a MagSafe case to use a MagSafe car mount?
We highly recommend using a MagSafe-compatible case for your iPhone when attaching the phone to a MagSafe car mount. Such a case ensures a strong attachment compared to the ineffective or absent attachment of non-MagSafe cases, which won't allow the mount's magnets to exert a strong enough attraction to hold the phone securely.
You can also go without a case entirely, which will ensure a strong connection. However, we wouldn't recommend going without a case, as it leaves your phone susceptible to costly accidental damage. If you have the iPhone 16, for instance, see our guide to the best iPhone 16 cases for various MagSafe-compatible options.
What's the difference between wireless charging and MagSafe?
I recently changed from an iPhone XR to an iPhone 15 Plus. I have an official MagSafe case on it. I’d like to get a good wireless charger (not just holder) for my vehicle. I have a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Can anyone recommend some good specific models (with a link would be nice) that would support the fast charging, fit in the vehicle, hold the phone strongly magnetically, and also possibly suggestions on where/how to mount it?
Also, are there specific things I should look for or be wary of?
If anyone has this vehicle, there doesn’t seem to be a lot of space, so I’d guess windshield, cigarette lighter, or vent are the only mounting options. I’d prefer not vents, as I’ve head poor things about them, but what are your thoughts and experiences? Maybe they’d be fine? Any serious suggestions welcome. I just want a good quality device, but there are so many options, it’s a bit overwhelming.
Thanks.
Can anyone give a recommendation for a strong MagSafe mount that you can put in the cars air vents? And is it smart to get one with charging or just use a regular cable?
I was just wondering if anyone had any luck with a magsafe mount for car with a good charge rate. I have tried an Anker 15w charger which I am returning because the magnets aren't that strong, and the charger barely maintains the battery on my 9 Pro XL when mounted.
I am being lazy here because I want the lazy option - I'm using a PPS USB-C port in my car so it's not the connector that's the issue, and with a cable my phone charges super quickly. The problem I have is the cable runs against my door and after parking I've on multiple occasions, swung my legs into the cable and knocked my phone off the mount like a pleb so I'm hoping for the wireless charging on the magsafe mount to avoid that.