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OtterBox Debuts MagSafe Compatible Cases for iPhone 12 Lineup

Alongside the iPhone 12 models, Apple introduced a new MagSafe line of accessories that work with a ring of magnets built into the new devices. ‌MagSafe‌ technology is being provided to third-party case makers, who are coming out with ‌MagSafe‌ products.

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OtterBox today announced the launch of several cases designed to work with Apple’s ‌MagSafe‌ accessories, including the Figura, Aneu, and Symmetry+ Series.

Priced at $50 to $60, the cases feature slim but protective designs along with ‌MagSafe‌ compatibility. The Figura cases feature multi-color designs and are made from a soft-touch material for a comfortable grip, while the Aneu comes in solid colors with a grippy edge.

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The Symmetry+ cases feature a more protective design with DROP+ technology and are infused with a silver-based additive that blocks microbial growth and protects against common bacteria.

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The new ‌MagSafe‌ cases from OtterBox can be purchased from the OtterBox website or from the Apple online store.

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Top Rated Comments

72 months ago

Very stupid question I’m sure, but what makes a case MagSafe compatible?
Not dumb at all. I wish the article would clarify this.

1) A MagSafe charger/accessory can still be used with the case on

and/or

2) The case itself has magnets like Apple branded ones

??
Score: 12 Votes (Like | Disagree)
SDJim Avatar
72 months ago
I guess I'm not sure what makes a case MagSafe compatible? It doesn't have any metal in it?
Score: 7 Votes (Like | Disagree)
72 months ago
Situation: AirPower fails because physics.

Engineering: "Maybe we can fix everything with magnets."

Marketing: "Whoa!"
Score: 5 Votes (Like | Disagree)
72 months ago

Glad to see I’m not the only one a little confused by MagSafe. Is there some feature similar to the original MagSafe with Mac portables? What’s the “safe”?
The original meaning of "safe" for laptops was that you could trip over the cord and it would just quickly detach from your MacBook without dragging it to the floor. Not really sure what it means now on the phone, other than they just wanted to reuse the brand name.
Score: 4 Votes (Like | Disagree)
72 months ago

Otterbox has this web site, yannow...
Show me where on the website that the product is AVAILABLE, yannow
Score: 3 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Apple Knowledge Navigator Avatar
72 months ago

Very stupid question I’m sure, but what makes a case MagSafe compatible?
- MagSafe accessories can continued to be used with the said case. (i.e Apple's chargers)
- The case features magnets, like Apple's own.
Score: 3 Votes (Like | Disagree)