Take a look around you. Daily, you need to charge your smartphone, headphones, watches, even toothbrushes. To charge them all and not turn your desk or bedside table into a «sausage» of cables, there are beautiful and wireless charging platforms. They are often adapted for multiple devices — specifically for those gadgets that need regular recharging. Charging platforms help you free up space and not worry about power. And if you have not yet discovered such charging stations and, as an owner of «Apple» technology, have not heard of MagSafe, this selection will be a useful guide to accessories.
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MagSafe is a wireless charging technology first introduced by Apple in 2020 with the iPhone 12. However, the idea of a magnetic connector was already present in early Apple devices — in 2006 in the MacBook. This iconic detail has received a lot of positive feedback from users because if you suddenly hit the power cable, it will simply disconnect without damaging the port or the cable itself.
Although it was replaced by a universal USB-C port in 2016, Apple brought MagSafe back in 2020, but for its smartphone line. MagSafe combines both magnetic attachment and wireless charging, and therefore launched a high-speed conveyor for accessories — magnetic cases, stands, wallets, and other devices began to complement the functionality of smartphones.
The key advantage of MagSafe is charging stability, as the magnetic attachment reduces the likelihood of disconnection during charging, even if the device is moving. Therefore, the situation when you put your smartphone to charge overnight and in the morning you find it at 2% will definitely not happen with MagSafe.
Today, the market of available accessories is not limited to Apple’s proprietary solutions. The variety allows everyone to choose a charger that suits their budget and design requirements:
Canyon CNS-WCS404B — is a traditional-looking station for charging four gadgets at once. This model is great for families because the accessory allows you to charge a pair of smartphones and small electronics such as headphones or watches. Thanks to its intelligent chipset, «Bland» delivers the optimal charging voltage for each gadget, so it won’t harm their batteries.
The station is suitable for the owner of any smartphone and headphones that support the Qi standard. The model is also adapted for Apple Watch 2 to 7 series.
Price for Canyon CNS-WCS404B varies from UAH 2,503 to UAH 3,864.
For those who are counting on a larger budget, you can consider a brand like Native Union. It is also a comprehensive solution, as it works with three gadgets at the same time. It is suitable for iPhones from the 12th series, AirPods or AirPods Pro with Qi-cases, as well as Apple Watch, which has a separate charging panel.
Design Native Union Snap allows you to adjust the smartphone stand, allowing you to change its position (both portrait and landscape orientation are available). For example, if you need to take an online call, the accessory will both charge the device and work as a tripod.
For other devices, a USB-C port is provided, and LED indication will help you make sure that your iPhone and AirPods are charging accurately.
Price Native Union Snap significantly higher than the previous one — from UAH 6,999 to UAH 8,539.
Proove Omni Power 3 in 1 — a charging platform from a fairly young but ambitious brand. As the name implies, the device is suitable for charging three gadgets at once. There are separate slots for each device (watch, headphones, and smartphone). The device intelligently distributes the voltage between the gadgets, for example, 2.5 V for the watch, 3.5 V for the headphones, and 15 V for the smartphone.
The design of the model is laconic for its price, which starts at UAH 1,300, Proove Omni Power offers a rather aesthetic look. There is a protection system that prevents the accessory from overheating, and the materials are resistant to corrosion and active daily use.
For a compact desktop or a small bedside table, it’s better to choose models like the BASEUS MagPro 2in1. Although small, this useful accessory will allow you to renew the energy of two gadgets at once.
The miniature box is suitable for charging smartphones (it provides 15 watts for iPhones) and has a headphone jack. The built-in cable with retractable design makes BASEUS MagPro an even more portable solution that is perfect for traveling.
The platform for the smartphone is adjustable (from 0 to 60°), and the smartphone itself can be mounted in both landscape and portrait orientation, which is convenient for viewing content. And for Apple Watch owners, BASEUS MagPro also has a USB-C output on the side panel (for the watch charger).
For the little assistant, you will have to pay an affordable amount of money — from 1,500 to 2,000 UAH.
Another model from the Proove brand is worth considering due to its aesthetic design. This solution will look great in a modern workspace or in a minimalist interior.
Proove Magnetic Field 3 in 1 is suitable for charging a smartphone (up to 15 W), Apple Watch (up to 5 W), and AirPods wireless headphones (up to 3 W). It is adapted for any Qi-compatible device and adjusts the optimal voltage for each type of gadget.
The manufacturer emphasizes that for full power, this model requires an external charger supporting Power Delivery 2.0/3.0 or Quick Charge 2.0/3.0 technologies with a power of at least 20 W.
Price for Proove Magnetic Field 3 in 1 varies from UAH 1,495 to UAH 2,550.
A restrained accessory by Acefast can also be a cool addition to the office workspace. It offers three zones for placing a smartphone (up to 15 W), a watch (up to 2.5 W), and headphones (up to 3 W). But they are all placed on a single stand, so the design of the model is very compact and does not take up much space on the desktop surface.
Versatility and convenient dimensions Acefast E16 Desktop make this accessory an ideal gift for a colleague. The price starts at UAH 919.
Among the more expensive models, the ANKER accessory stands out. This is a proven technology with official certification for Apple devices. The model is suitable for your iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods, has a compact design, so it’s great for traveling.
For a smartphone, it provides 15 watts of voltage, so ANKER 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe will quickly charge both the 12 and 15 series iPhones, and also provides optimal charging for the Apple Watch Ultra, as well as watches from the 7 to 9 series.
The smartphone platform is adjustable (viewing angle up to 60°). Thanks to this, the gadget can be placed in different positions without removing it from charging.
The price of ANKER 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe is one of the most expensive in the selection (from 6,000 to 8,500 UAH), but it is worth noting that the wireless station comes with a 30 W charger and a 1.5 m long USB-C — USB-C cable.