Counterfeit MagSafe Cases Are Ubiquitous—Here’s How To Identify One Immediately

Apple established a novel category of accessories with the introduction of MagSafe for iPhone. Nevertheless, it also facilitated the proliferation of counterfeits. Fortunately, a few straightforward verifications can prevent you from acquiring a counterfeit.

MagSafe-Certified, MagSafe-Compatible, and Non-Compatible MagSafe

The most effective method to ensure the authenticity of your item is to verify its Apple Made for iPhone certification. Any product bearing this logo must comply with established requirements for iPhone accessories and ensure a favorable user experience. For the purposes of this paper, we shall refer to these cases as MagSafe-certified.

Additionally, there are accessories compatible with MagSafe. These products feature a magnetic ring integrated into the rear panel, akin to MagSafe-certified items. The user experience can significantly differ amongst brands, as there are no established criteria they must adhere to.

It can be challenging to discern if you are acquiring a deal or a substandard product with inadequate magnetic strength. Having seen numerous cases since the introduction of MagSafe, I have devised several effective methods to ascertain whether a case is genuinely MagSafe-certified or only a counterfeit attempting to extract your hard-earned money.

For additional information regarding the functionality of MagSafe on iPhone, you may refer to one of our previous guides detailing its capabilities. Certain information, like as the supported iPhone models, is somewhat antiquated; nonetheless, the fundamental principles of MagSafe functionality remain unchanged.

Tip: When purchasing an MFI-certified MagSafe wireless charger, it will exhibit a distinctive animation upon connecting to your iPhone. Depending on your iPhone model, it will charge with varying power levels (15W to 25W). Non-MFI accessories are restricted to 7.5W Qi wireless charging, resulting in reduced charging speeds.

Be Vigilant for These Deficiencies

To prevent acquiring a substandard item, observe these characteristics to distinguish the inferior from the superior.

Only authentic Apple Silicone cases with MagSafe display a distinctive animation on your iPhone's screen upon placement in the case. Certain goods employ analogous terminology or deliberately omit references to Apple's nomenclature. Be vigilant for errors such as this on product packaging.

When purchasing a case at a pop-up shop or a similar establishment, attempt to position a coin or any object with magnetic properties on the rear of the case. MagSafe magnets possess moderate strength; they are engineered to magnetically align with corresponding magnets on compatible accessories, yet they are sufficiently robust to securely grip a coin without it falling to the ground.

If the coin dislodges, your phone will also detach when placed on a mount or utilized with another accessory.

Finally, when engaging in online purchasing, adhere to brands with a demonstrated history of reliability. I have consistently utilized goods from brands such as Spigen and ESR. They provide diverse styles that safeguard your phone while optimizing MagSafe functionality.

I utilize these straightforward guidelines while buying for accessories, ensuring both my safety and that of my phone from falls, while maximizing the benefits of MagSafe.