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MagSafe, Apple's magnetic alignment technology, was introduced with the iPhone 12 in late 2020. iPhones that support MagSafe have a ring of magnets built right into the back. The magnets surround the iPhone's charging coil on the inside, making one of their essential functions preventing misalignment with MagSafe wireless chargers. Perfect alignment is what makes wireless charging more efficient since less energy is lost. That also means less heat, which is good for the health of the lithium-ion battery. MagSafe can also be used to attach a wide range of accessories to an iPhone , including wallets, SSDs, stands, ring lights, car mounts, and even game controllers.

It's understandable why someone who uses an older iPhone would want to also take advantage of MagSafe technology. There are two simple ways to do so: a MagSafe case or a ring adapter.…