{"id":51919,"date":"2025-02-19T18:04:41","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T17:04:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.apfelpatient.de\/?p=51919"},"modified":"2025-02-19T18:04:44","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T17:04:44","slug":"iphone-16e-modern-design-but-no-magsafe-a-disadvantage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.apfelpatient.de\/en\/news\/iphone-16e-modernes-design-aber-kein-magsafe-ein-nachteil","title":{"rendered":"iPhone 16e: Modern design, but no MagSafe \u2013 a disadvantage?"},"content":{"rendered":"

With the iPhone 16e, Apple is launching a new model that brings with it an unexpected change: it does not use MagSafe. This magnetic technology has been used in Apple devices since the iPhone 12 and has established itself as the standard for wireless charging and accessories. The fact that Apple has dispensed with it in the iPhone 16e may come as a surprise to many users. But what does that mean specifically for everyday life?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, Apple has made MagSafe an important part of its accessory ecosystem. Magnetic chargers, cases, external batteries and card holders have proven to be practical additions to iPhones. With the iPhone 16e, Apple is taking a different approach and bringing a modern device to market that does not require MagSafe. This raises a few questions: Why this step? And how much does it affect the use of the iPhone 16e?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No MagSafe \u2013 what does that mean for the iPhone 16e?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The iPhone 16e does not have MagSafe, just like the already discontinued iPhone SE. This means that all magnetic accessories that rely on this technology are not compatible with the device. This includes MagSafe cases, MagSafe chargers, magnetic external batteries and card holders. Even though the iPhone 16e looks similar to modern iPhones, it lacks this feature, which many users now know as standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wireless charging still possible, but slower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The iPhone 16e can also be charged wirelessly without MagSafe. However, this only happens via the Qi standard with a maximum charging power of 7.5 watts. In comparison, MagSafe achieves a charging speed of up to 15 watts when a compatible MagSafe charger is used. So if you are used to charging your iPhone quickly wirelessly, you will have to prepare for a slower charging time with the iPhone 16e.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why doesn't Apple use MagSafe?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Apple has not officially given any reasons for omitting MagSafe in the iPhone 16e. However, there are a few possible explanations. One factor could be cost savings. MagSafe is an additional technology that increases the production costs of the device. By eliminating it, Apple could offer the iPhone 16e at a lower price or increase profit margins. Another possibility is that Apple specifically designed the iPhone 16e for users who don't use MagSafe anyway. MagSafe was also omitted from the iPhone SE because it was intended as a budget model for users who don't need a large accessory ecosystem. Another reason could be a future switch to another technology. The improved wireless charging standard Qi2 has already been announced and brings some features that are similar to MagSafe. It is conceivable that Apple will rely more on this standard in future models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Impact on use<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Anyone who has relied heavily on MagSafe so far should be aware that the iPhone 16e has limitations in this regard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n