On: New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar and more ports: analyst

[philjohn]

I was under the impression that the "no connectors/extensions" wasn't so much around power delivery, but around the high data rates (40 Gbps) and signal integrity.

A charger cable, that only does PD, could have a magnetic break in it without issues.

[nottorp → philjohn]

I run my usb-c macbook pro with a 3rd party magnetic charge only usb-c cable without issues so yes, it's already been done.

However, as opposed to magsafe there's a tiny dongle that stays in the usb-c port. Also, the magnet is weaker than in the old apple magsafes.

[TheSpiceIsLife → nottorp]

In my opinion, MagSafe 2 set the gold standard in weak magnets.

[toomanybeersies → TheSpiceIsLife]

In my experience, MagSafe 2 did a fine job at staying attached when pulled directly from the port, and came unstuck easily (as intended by design) when pulled from an angle.

I don't remember ever having problems with the charger popping out when it wasn't supposed to. But I also always used it on a desk, rather than sitting it on my lap.

[nottorp → TheSpiceIsLife]

No no no. I have my old magsafe 2 laptop and my new usb-c laptop with 3rd party magnetic. Trust me, Magsafe 2 is stronger.