Apple has released the MagSafe Battery Pack for all models in the iPhone 12 range, which is essentially the official power bank for this range. This accessory now officially confirms the rumours that the iPhone 12 supports reverse wireless charging.
How it works
The MagSafe Battery Pack is based on Apple's MagSafe technology, which was introduced last year with the iPhone 12 range. The MagSafe Battery Pack combines NFC technology with an array of magnets to ensure a perfect fit on the back of the device. Apple states that the MagSafe Battery Pack is compatible with devices running iOS version 14.7 or later. The power bank charges via a Lightning cable and can charge the iPhone at the same time as it is being charged. The company recommends using a 20 watt USB-C charger for faster charging times.
Reverse wireless charging
The company states that there is another way to charge the MagSafe Battery Pack, without explicitly describing reverse wireless charging. However, it clearly explains that the user connects the iPhone to a Lightning cable, allowing it to charge the external battery using its MagSafe technology.
Rumours had been circulating since 2019 that the iPhone 11 range might include this feature, allowing AirPods or an Apple Watch to be charged via the iPhone, but they were never confirmed. When the iPhone 12 range launched, Apple once again made no official announcement about wireless charging between devices, raising questions about why the company had not announced it earlier and whether it would reserve this technology exclusively for its own products.
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