A charging cable for your iPhone that works just like Apple's MagSafe power adapter

Why didn't Apple think of this?
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Apple may have killed the MagSafe in its latest array of MacBooks, but that doesn't mean that magnetic charging cables have become obsolete.

The idea behind magnetic ports is simple, but genius: rather than firmly sticking a cable into a device — leading to the possibility of someone tripping over the cord and yanking the expensive equipment to the ground — the MagSafe allowed the charging cable to clamp on to the device firmly enough to hold on, but light enough to detach easily when tugged.

While you can no longer experience MagSafe's brilliance on your computer, you can still enjoy its convenience on your smartphone. The ARMOR-X Magnetic Charging Cable works just like the MagSafe in the sense that it makes use of a magnetic clip that can be plugged and be left alone in your device's charging socket. When it's time to juice up, you only have to move the cable close to the clip and watch them snap together instantly.

The wire it comes with isn't too shabby either. Built with a sturdy, fray-resistant nylon, this cable puts the standard Apple charger's durability to shame. It also boasts a 2.4A fast charging capability.

You can score the ARMOR-X Magnetic Charging Cable on sale for just $19.99 right now — that's a 50% discount.

Topics Apple iPhone

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