Apple’s new MagSafe battery doesn’t work with the iPhone 17
By ForGeeks
Apple has released a new $99 external MagSafe battery, but its compatibility has proven to be limited. As clarified on the official product page, the battery is only suitable for the ultra-thin iPhone Air and doesn’t work with the iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro.
Apple’s new MagSafe battery is not compatible with the iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro.
The reason is a design feature. Images in Apple’s online store show that the elongated shape of the battery physically overlaps the camera unit in other models, making it impossible to use.
The battery’s elongated shape physically overlaps the camera unit in other models, making use impossible.
This is a marked difference from the previous MagSafe Battery Pack, which was compatible with several generations of iPhones until it was discontinued in 2023. The new accessory was created specifically for the iPhone Air, with a body just 5.6mm thick and a relatively small 3,149mAh built-in battery.
The new accessory is designed specifically for the iPhone Air, which has a relatively small 3,149mAh battery.
The limitation may upset iPhone 17 buyers, but Apple’s logic is clear: It’s the iPhone Air that most needs the extra battery because of its compact battery. For owners of other models, there are still third-party MagSafe solutions that continue to be released.
