What are the essential MagSafe accessories I should actually get for the new iPhone 17e? I'm coming from a really old iPhone 11 that barely holds a charge anymore—the battery is honestly a total nightmare—so I'm hoping to fix that with this upgrade.
I’ve been reading some stuff on Reddit about magnetic battery packs, but honestly, there are so many brands that I'm just confused. I also looked at some magnetic wallets on Amazon, but I’m worried they’ll just fall off when I pull the phone out of my pocket (is that a thing?).
I'm on a bit of a budget after buying the phone, so I'm looking for things that are actually worth the money. Any recommendations?
This comes up a lot, honestly just search the forum next time but I get the struggle coming from an 11. Since you just dropped a ton on the phone, dont go crazy. Here is the move:
^ This. Also, if you're on a budget, look at the ESR HaloLock Magnetic Wallet. It's lowkey way cheaper than Apple's stuff and has a built-in kickstand which is super useful. For charging, check out Belkin BoostCharge Magnetic Wireless Power Bank 5K. It's smaller, reliable, and doesn't break the bank. Just avoid the random no-name brands on Amazon; their magnets are usually trash and will definitely slide off.
^ This. Also, ignore the wallet kickstand hype because those hinges fail within three months of daily use. Magnetic strength is irrelevant if the hinge mechanism degrades and leaves your phone sliding around on your desk.
Rarely post but saw this earlier and had to chime in. @Reply #4 - good point! Mechanical hinges on wallets are definitely a weak point. I stick to simpler gear for that exact reason. Speaking of things that wear out, I just spent the last three hours cleaning the cooling fins on my home desktop. It is honestly shocking how much dust accumulates in there over a single year. You think your setup is clean, but then you pop the side panel off and it looks like a carpet inside.
Look, I’ve been wrenching on engines for 25 years and I’ve seen enough cheap parts fail to know one thing: you buy cheap, you buy twice. That goes for your phone gear too. Listen, before I start throwing part numbers at you, what exactly are you doing with this phone all day? Are you out in the shop, or are you just sitting at a desk? Because if you’re moving around, you need a different setup than someone just watching videos. Coming back to this—if you’re worried about that wallet flying off, you need to check the magnetic strength on the case you're using. If you’re trying to save a buck, don't waste your cash on some no-name plastic garbage. Here is how you keep your wallet secure without spending a fortune: 1. Skip the expensive leather stuff. Look for the Spigen MagFit Wallet S—it’s built like a tank and doesn't cost a week's pay.