The MagSafe idea is well known to owners of MacBook. This magnetic interface, that is, if a user accidentally touches a wire or forget about it, taking a laptop in hand, detachable cable without causing mechanical damage. As reported by Chinese information resources, informal analogues for Apple mobile devices are especially in demand in China.
One of the most popular adapters is called X-mini Cable equipped with a connector Lightning and UBS. It works on the principle MagSafe: konnekt is held in place by some magnets, so if someone accidentally touches the cord the iPhone and iPad, the cable is simply removed from the mobile device. Similarly, in order to put the device on charge, enough to bring the wire to a smartphone or tablet.
The kit consists of two parts: a Lightning plug with a pad that is inserted into the socket of the iPhone, and the cable connector that connects to the power supply or USB input on the computer. These components are connected to each other due to the magnetic field. To separate the two parts, just a small effort.
The popularity of these accessories among users is easily explained: the use of magnetic connectors increases the ease of operation iPhone but also better protects the connector from moisture.
It is worth noting that a few years ago, Apple registered a patent for a “smart” plugs MagSafe for iOS devices. According to this document, the company wants to use a universal magnetic connectors for power and data communications phones, iPods and tablets. However, the company has not released the proprietary MagSafe adapter for iPhone.
