As a proud Apple user, you undoubtedly have high demands for charging your beloved device. A reliable and safe charger is essential, so that you can enjoy your smartphone, laptop or tablet undisturbed. In addition, you naturally want a charger that quickly and efficiently supplies your device with energy, so that you do not end up without access to your valuable data. Imagine not being able to access your favorite photos, albums or the latest episode of your favorite series...
MagSafe is an innovative technology developed by Apple for charging their MacBook laptops. The main advantage of MagSafe is the magnetic connection that ensures that the cable easily disconnects if accidentally pulled, helping to prevent damage to the laptop and the connector.
The right Magsafe for your device
To help you get started, we would like to give you some tips for choosing the right Magsafe charger:- Take a close look at the specifications of your Apple device and determine which type of Magsafe charger you need (Magsafe 1 or Magsafe 2 or Magsafe 3).
- To determine which charger is right for you, check the wattage your device requires. You can often find this on your current charger or in the documentation that came with your device.
Below you'll find an overview of the different MagSafe cables, grouped by size and divided into the different MacBook models, including the year of release.
MagSafe 1
The MagSafe 1 charging cable was introduced in 2006 and has either an L-shaped or T-shaped connector. Here are the MacBook models that are compatible with MagSafe 1:
- MacBook (late 2006 to mid 2010)
- MacBook Pro 13-inch (Mid 2009 to Mid 2012)
- MacBook Pro 15-inch (Late 2006 to Mid 2012)
- MacBook Pro 17-inch (Late 2006 to Late 2011)
- MacBook Air (late 2008 to mid 2011)
MagSafe 2
The MagSafe 2 charging cable was introduced in 2012 and has a thin, T-shaped connector. Here are the MacBook models that are compatible with MagSafe 2:
- MacBook Air 11-inch (Mid 2012 to Early 2015)
- MacBook Air 13 -inch (Mid 2012 to Early 2015)
- MacBook Pro 13-inch with Retina display (Late 2012 to Early 2015)
- MacBook Pro 15-inch with Retina display (Mid 2012 to Mid 2015)
MagSafe 3
The MagSafe 3 charging cable was introduced in 2021, returning to the magnetic connector after a period where USB-C was the standard. Here are the MacBook models compatible with MagSafe 3:
- MacBook Pro 14 -inch (2021)
- MacBook Pro 16 -inch (2021)
MagSafe for your iPhone
In addition to Magsafe for your Macbook, it is also possible to charge your iPhone wirelessly with a magnetic Magsafe adapter for your iPhone .
