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You Can Finally Buy a MagSafe Battery Pack for iPhone 12

The battery extension starts shipping July 19

By Joshua Hawkins Joshua Hawkins Freelance Technology Reporter Full Sail University Josh Hawkins is a freelance writer for Lifewire who loves writing about the latest tech and gadgets that help make people’s lives easier. As an avid gamer and VR enthusiast, he also enjoys diving deep into the technology that helps bring those kinds of experiences to life. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on July 13, 2021 03:54PM EDT Fact checked by Rich Scherr Fact checked by Rich Scherr University of Maryland Baltimore County Rich Scherr is a seasoned technology and financial journalist who spent nearly two decades as the editor of Potomac and Bay Area Tech Wire. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Phones Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming Months after its initial announcement, Apple has finally put the new MagSafe Battery Pack for iPhone 12 up for purchase. Apple launched the MagSafe Battery Pack on Tuesday, with the new battery pack retailing for $99, or $8.25 a month if financed through the company. 9To5Mac reports that the first deliveries of the new battery extension should start shipping to consumers on July 19. Apple This is just the latest in a series of MagSafe accessories that Apple has released for the iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max. As usual, the MagSafe technology installed in the iPhone 12 is used to connect a charger to the back of the phone, adding an additional 1460 mAh of battery life to the device. Apple has not said exactly how much time that adds to the battery life of the phone, but it should at least give hardcore users who run out of juice quickly a bit more to work with. The MagSafe Battery Back arrives with a Lightning cable, but Apple says that users should use a 20-watt USB-C charger for the quickest charging times. Additionally, the pack can be charged by simply leaving it on the iPhone 12 and plugging in the phone. It will then gain its charge through the iPhone via passthrough. Apple Users can keep track of the current status of their MagSafe Battery Pack from the widget on the phone’s lock screen, as well as in the battery widget included in iOS. Apple also noted that iOS version 14.7 is the minimum requirement for compatibility. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Show Battery Percentage on the iPhone 12 How to Charge an iPhone 12 iPhone 13: Release Date, Specs, Price, and News Where to Download iPhone Manuals for Every Model The 6 Best iPhone 12 Cases of 2022 Apple MagSafe Charger Review: A Premium Price for Wireless Charging How to Use Siri on iPhone 12 Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max Review: Bigger Can Be Better Which iPhone Should You Buy? ChargeTech 27000mAh Battery Pack Review: Large Capacity How to Screen Record on the iPhone 12 The 9 Best iPhone Accessories, Tested by Experts Apple iPhone 12 Review: The Best New iPhone in Years Expert Tested: The 9 Best Wireless Phone Chargers in 2022 Apple iPhone 12 mini Review: Big Things Come in Small Packages The 7 Best iPhones of 2022 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies