WEBVTT 00:00:00.160 --> 00:00:03.300 Aren't you tired of tripping over your laptop's power cord, 00:00:03.300 --> 00:00:04.220 dragging it off the table, 00:00:04.220 --> 00:00:05.840 watching it clatter to the ground, 00:00:05.840 --> 00:00:07.320 and then having to buy a new one? 00:00:07.320 --> 00:00:09.900 Or even worse, having your boss scream at you about it? 00:00:09.900 --> 00:00:11.600 Well, clearly Apple is tired of it as well. 00:00:11.600 --> 00:00:14.680 So they've brought back a new and improved MagSafe 00:00:14.680 --> 00:00:16.820 for their new lineup of MacBook Pros. 00:00:16.820 --> 00:00:18.440 And while the headlines were stolen 00:00:18.440 --> 00:00:21.660 by their new M1 Pro and M1 Max processors, 00:00:21.660 --> 00:00:25.280 the return of MagSafe is a pretty big deal on its own. 00:00:25.280 --> 00:00:26.540 In case you're not an Apple fan 00:00:26.540 --> 00:00:28.680 or you're just unfamiliar with MagSafe, 00:00:28.680 --> 00:00:30.940 the idea is that your computer's power connector 00:00:30.940 --> 00:00:32.980 is held in place magnetically 00:00:32.980 --> 00:00:35.400 instead of being plugged into a port. 00:00:35.400 --> 00:00:38.160 So the idea is if the connector is accidentally yanked, 00:00:38.160 --> 00:00:40.020 it just pops off, 00:00:40.020 --> 00:00:42.740 reducing the risk of your laptop being pulled onto the ground 00:00:42.740 --> 00:00:44.420 or even worse, onto your foot. 00:00:44.420 --> 00:00:47.240 Apple actually got the idea from the magnetic connectors 00:00:47.240 --> 00:00:49.480 that you can find on some kitchen appliances, 00:00:49.480 --> 00:00:50.880 like deep fryers. 00:00:50.880 --> 00:00:53.500 Although spilling a cauldron of hot vegetable oil 00:00:53.500 --> 00:00:56.100 can obviously have far more severe consequences 00:00:56.100 --> 00:00:57.640 than dropping a MacBook. 00:00:57.640 --> 00:00:58.500 But as we mentioned, 00:00:58.500 --> 00:01:00.720 Apple is bringing back MagSafe. 00:01:00.720 --> 00:01:04.280 It actually debuted all the way back in 2006 00:01:04.280 --> 00:01:06.600 until Apple killed it off in 2017 00:01:06.600 --> 00:01:09.300 with nobody knowing the real reason why. 00:01:09.300 --> 00:01:11.500 There have been a lot of suggested explanations. 00:01:11.500 --> 00:01:13.940 Apple may have wanted to transition to USB-C 00:01:13.940 --> 00:01:16.100 to allow a single port to transfer data 00:01:16.100 --> 00:01:17.400 and charge your device. 00:01:17.400 --> 00:01:20.260 They may have felt that MagSafe was too heavy and bulky, 00:01:20.260 --> 00:01:23.100 or they may have felt that it just wasn't as necessary 00:01:23.100 --> 00:01:25.700 as Apple transitioned away from spinning hard drives 00:01:25.700 --> 00:01:27.840 and towards solid state drives, which are much more, 00:01:27.840 --> 00:01:29.420 much more impact tolerant 00:01:29.420 --> 00:01:31.580 if a cord drags your laptop off a table. 00:01:31.580 --> 00:01:34.120 The original MagSafe had other issues too. 00:01:34.120 --> 00:01:35.740 Users frequently complained 00:01:35.740 --> 00:01:37.900 that MagSafe cables broke easily. 00:01:37.900 --> 00:01:40.060 And Apple also faced a lawsuit in Japan 00:01:40.060 --> 00:01:42.020 after an electronics manufacturer alleged 00:01:42.020 --> 00:01:44.640 that the connector design infringed on its patents. 00:01:44.640 --> 00:01:46.960 Nonetheless, not only is MagSafe back, 00:01:46.960 --> 00:01:48.820 but it's better than ever. 00:01:48.820 --> 00:01:50.320 Probably the most noticeable thing 00:01:50.320 --> 00:01:52.840 is that it is faster in terms of charging. 00:01:52.840 --> 00:01:55.200 Now, as usual, Apple's not super into 00:01:55.200 --> 00:01:57.840 giving us specific numbers, but they do claim that, 00:01:57.840 --> 00:01:59.940 that MagSafe 3, the newest version, 00:01:59.940 --> 00:02:02.840 will take the MacBook Pros from empty to half charged 00:02:02.840 --> 00:02:04.700 in only half an hour. 00:02:04.700 --> 00:02:06.860 And although MagSafe is a proprietary connector 00:02:06.860 --> 00:02:09.900 that will require a MagSafe to USB-C cable, 00:02:09.900 --> 00:02:12.200 the new wall chargers that the MacBook Pros ship with 00:02:12.200 --> 00:02:14.840 utilize USB power delivery 3.1. 00:02:14.840 --> 00:02:16.660 And since the cable is detachable, 00:02:16.660 --> 00:02:19.180 any charger that also supports that spec 00:02:19.180 --> 00:02:22.500 should charge the new laptops just as quickly, 00:02:22.500 --> 00:02:25.440 so long as it meets the minimum wattage requirements. 00:02:25.440 --> 00:02:27.840 The notable exception is the larger 16-inch 00:02:27.840 --> 00:02:29.340 MacBook Pro, as that one needs 00:02:29.340 --> 00:02:32.900 a special 140-watt charger provided by Apple. 00:02:32.900 --> 00:02:35.520 However, with upcoming USB PD chargers 00:02:35.520 --> 00:02:38.200 supporting up to 240 watts, 00:02:38.200 --> 00:02:40.860 my fingers are crossed that even the beefiest MacBooks 00:02:40.860 --> 00:02:44.020 will eventually play nicely with third-party power bricks. 00:02:44.020 --> 00:02:45.360 And that's not all. 00:02:45.360 --> 00:02:47.620 Apple also says that MagSafe 3 connectors 00:02:47.620 --> 00:02:49.600 feature more powerful magnets, 00:02:49.600 --> 00:02:52.340 so they should resist accidentally being yanked out 00:02:52.340 --> 00:02:54.160 while still being weak enough to detach 00:02:54.160 --> 00:02:56.180 if you do indeed trip over the cord, 00:02:56.180 --> 00:02:57.740 especially since the new MacBooks, 00:02:57.740 --> 00:02:59.600 are relatively large and heavy 00:02:59.600 --> 00:03:01.540 compared to their predecessors. 00:03:01.540 --> 00:03:02.440 Do keep in mind, though, 00:03:02.440 --> 00:03:04.040 that if you lose your MagSafe cord, 00:03:04.040 --> 00:03:05.260 you'll need to pick up another one 00:03:05.260 --> 00:03:06.500 if you want to fast charge, 00:03:06.500 --> 00:03:08.120 as while you can charge 00:03:08.120 --> 00:03:11.060 through the MacBook Pros USB-C ports instead, 00:03:11.060 --> 00:03:15.090 they only support charging at slower speeds with a cable. 00:03:15.090 --> 00:03:17.970 But that satisfying snap sound 00:03:17.970 --> 00:03:19.490 when you get to attach the magnetic cable 00:03:19.490 --> 00:03:23.050 just might make you forget about the extra money you spent. 00:03:23.050 --> 00:03:23.890 Maybe. 00:03:23.890 --> 00:03:26.390 Jackery's Explorer 1500 Portal Power Station 00:03:26.390 --> 00:03:28.010 has enough juice to keep all your devices 00:03:28.010 --> 00:03:29.070 powered and connected. 00:03:29.070 --> 00:03:31.690 Its huge 1500-watt-hour capacity 00:03:31.690 --> 00:03:33.490 and 1800-watt output rate 00:03:33.490 --> 00:03:36.730 allows up to seven devices to be plugged in simultaneously. 00:03:36.730 --> 00:03:40.130 It takes only four hours to recharge up from zero to 80%, 00:03:40.130 --> 00:03:42.570 so check out the Explorer 1500 at the link below 00:03:42.570 --> 00:03:46.770 and get 10% off with the code LINUSTECHTIPS. 00:03:46.770 --> 00:03:47.850 Thanks for watching, guys. 00:03:47.850 --> 00:03:49.890 Like or dislike, depending how you felt about it. 00:03:49.890 --> 00:03:51.630 Check out our other videos and comment 00:03:51.630 --> 00:03:54.030 if you have a suggestion for a future Fast as Possible. 00:03:54.030 --> 00:03:56.950 We would love to make your dreams come true. 00:03:56.950 --> 00:03:57.830 I know I would. 00:03:58.010 --> 00:03:58.850 See you next time.