@@Resist4 I believe the onboard overcharge protection only works when communicating with other apple products, which is why they recommend the official apple chargers and stuff, because only the official apple chargers have the accompanying charger that can do the AC current override, otherwise you’ll be burning through your battery Even so, the ability to stop charging at 90% will so far more for battery health than the dance of sustaining 100%, turning off until it dips, then doing it again. That full battery threshold will ruin the ion transfer process and drastically reduce the remaining number of charge cycles left
Great video, thanks! So, should I plug the cable into the phone or the battery pack when the battery pack is attached to the phone? Seems like I could go either ay with advantages each way…
Just got one. Thanks for the video. But I have to ask, (3:57) why would you start the day with the charged pack on your charged phone? Why not use it later in the day, only if you need it? No big thing, but just a thought. Thanks again for making the video. I found it helpful.
I think it is because of saving battery health. With both charged fully, the iPhone drains until 90 % then the battery pack takes over and keeps the phone around 90 % as long as it can.
doing it this way technically doesn't charge your phone but uses the battery pack instead, imagine it being a removable 2ndary battery for your phone. if you drain your phone to let's say 40% during the day, it will Heat up charging your phone to 90%. but with this it's technically not charging it's just using the battery pack instead of your iPhone owns battery
I agree with those posted before me. I use it when I start my shift and it keeps me at 89-90% for almost 8 hours. It’s small and makes the grip more pleasant on my iPhone. Takes about 90 minutes to recharge battery pack
What is the overall life in years for this?? How much degradation in battery heath happens for the magsafe pack overtime?? Can it be used as magsafe puck once battries degrade over years ??
one of the reviews that is might make me go for original Apple Magsafe instead of 3rd party. The intelligent tech is worth the extra money probably. Thanks
Well you buy a mini because it slips into your pocket really easily. The MagSafe works really well with it and overcomes the natural battery limitation of a small phone. Attach it if you're going to need it.
Like the design but it has the same flaw as all other wireless battery packs. When using it when the ambient temperature is around 30°C or higher the iPhone will only charge for a few minutes before it stops charging due to high temperature. Using a traditional battery pack with a cable do not have the same restriction.
@@nxk_yt It is absolutely the most inefficient way to charge a device. For instance, wired charging is around 95% efficient, while wireless charging can be a low as only 47% efficient. The only upside to wireless charging is that you don't have a port/plug to wear out. But have we become so lazy that we can't even plug our devices in to charge anymore? lol
I agree with the charging speeds, but I like having a nightstand or desk without all the cords. I do have this battery pack and it is super convenient. The reverse charging is a plus when you are always on the go or traveling. Just more a personal preference.
@@joshuae6405 really it's less about the charging speed and more about the energy wasted with wireless charging. Until that changes you are wasting money on electricity that never fully gets into your phone. And how is having a wired charging cord on your nightstand any different than having a MagSafe charger that has a cord for the outlet?
I literally love my mini/pack combo. The overcharge protection alone is such a slept on feature
Overcharge protection has always been built into the iPhone itself.
@@Resist4 I believe the onboard overcharge protection only works when communicating with other apple products, which is why they recommend the official apple chargers and stuff, because only the official apple chargers have the accompanying charger that can do the AC current override, otherwise you’ll be burning through your battery
Even so, the ability to stop charging at 90% will so far more for battery health than the dance of sustaining 100%, turning off until it dips, then doing it again. That full battery threshold will ruin the ion transfer process and drastically reduce the remaining number of charge cycles left
@@ProjectileGrommet nonsense..
@@mza2001 which aspects?
Great video, thanks!
So, should I plug the cable into the phone or the battery pack when the battery pack is attached to the phone? Seems like I could go either ay with advantages each way…
Just purchased one! Excited to have it so I don’t run out of battery while traveling
you will love it and not having to deal with lugging cords and powerbank ,charging plug and hunting an outlet
I’ve been thinking to get one for awhile now but still not sure if its support fast charging. Thank you for the review.
Just got one. Thanks for the video. But I have to ask, (3:57) why would you start the day with the charged pack on your charged phone? Why not use it later in the day, only if you need it? No big thing, but just a thought. Thanks again for making the video. I found it helpful.
I think it is because of saving battery health. With both charged fully, the iPhone drains until 90 % then the battery pack takes over and keeps the phone around 90 % as long as it can.
doing it this way technically doesn't charge your phone but uses the battery pack instead, imagine it being a removable 2ndary battery for your phone. if you drain your phone to let's say 40% during the day, it will Heat up charging your phone to 90%. but with this it's technically not charging it's just using the battery pack instead of your iPhone owns battery
@@marianemes72 exactly how it works it's kinda amazing how well Apple thought this over
I agree with those posted before me. I use it when I start my shift and it keeps me at 89-90% for almost 8 hours. It’s small and makes the grip more pleasant on my iPhone. Takes about 90 minutes to recharge battery pack
I’m amazed people really use the mini iPhone. I agree the Apple magsafe battery is one of the best options, but it’s seriously lacking
Because many of us are tired of how big phones have gotten, it’s ridiculous.
What is the overall life in years for this?? How much degradation in battery heath happens for the magsafe pack overtime?? Can it be used as magsafe puck once battries degrade over years ??
I'm glad you told me that the animation wasn't functional just fun 😂
one of the reviews that is might make me go for original Apple Magsafe instead of 3rd party. The intelligent tech is worth the extra money probably. Thanks
I have one and I love it 🥰
What’s the firmware version number after the 7.5 watt update?
Might have to get one
Well you buy a mini because it slips into your pocket really easily. The MagSafe works really well with it and overcomes the natural battery limitation of a small phone. Attach it if you're going to need it.
just got one, its so helpful
I bought it from Amazon months ago and the price was $10 less than Apple retail price
I assume it works well for an iPhone SE 2022
They need to bring back the battery case. This isn’t a substitute.
Why would you ever go for iPhone mini with large hands 😀 looks like a toy
i was just wondering if there is a jailbreak tweak to enable reverse wireless charging?
Like the design but it has the same flaw as all other wireless battery packs. When using it when the ambient temperature is around 30°C or higher the iPhone will only charge for a few minutes before it stops charging due to high temperature. Using a traditional battery pack with a cable do not have the same restriction.
It will cool if I could charge my iPhone and my watch at the same time 😊
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Good video
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does it work with a case on it ?
Yes if you use MagSafe case
Will the battery pack work with IPhone SE 2021?
Nope,because it doesn’t have MagSafe.
Yes, because it's a qi wireless charger. It won't stick, though
@@chunkemonke398 qi means what exactly, thank you for answering!
@@manonbouthiette6296 qi is a standard for wireless charging. All of the glass back iPhones (except the 4 and 4S) have qi wireless charging
@@chunkemonke398 strange one person says no because it doesn’t have MagSafe
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I don't understand all this Magsafe love. It's the most inefficient way to charge.
Not really, it is inferior but works well with the duel charging for Apple Watch and standing wireless chargers
@@nxk_yt It is absolutely the most inefficient way to charge a device. For instance, wired charging is around 95% efficient, while wireless charging can be a low as only 47% efficient. The only upside to wireless charging is that you don't have a port/plug to wear out.
But have we become so lazy that we can't even plug our devices in to charge anymore? lol
I agree with the charging speeds, but I like having a nightstand or desk without all the cords. I do have this battery pack and it is super convenient. The reverse charging is a plus when you are always on the go or traveling. Just more a personal preference.
@@joshuae6405 really it's less about the charging speed and more about the energy wasted with wireless charging. Until that changes you are wasting money on electricity that never fully gets into your phone. And how is having a wired charging cord on your nightstand any different than having a MagSafe charger that has a cord for the outlet?
@@Resist4 you’re right about wasted energy. :/ - I have a 3 in 1 charger to reduce clutter.
Anker is better and cheaper.
No, it isn’t. Tested both and the Apple one is by far better.
How to update it …cause mine don’t charge it drains the battery 🪫
Plug into a Mac or iPad using usb c to lightning and it’ll take 5 minutes