I have seen online that the wireless charging speeds are faster on the iPhone 18 Pro Max than the iPhone 17 Pro Max, even though they have the same 25-watt standard, so I wanted to test it out myself. I'm going to run this test with the brand new Anker MagGo Pro 2. 

It's important to point out that the iPhone 18 Pro Max has a bigger battery than the iPhone 17 Pro Max 

18 Pro Max - 5,567 mAh

17 Pro Max - 5,088 mAh

Video for this with Graphs  - https://youtu.be/d81FAm3K45A?si=X-Y3pqnz9SyJ_RVz

----- Speed Test ------

I did a speed test with both phones. Not using the phone at all throughout the charge.

Anker Mago 2 on iPhone 18

Started at 5 percent

15min - 29

30min - 54% - was charging at 22Watts - Temps at this point 36°c

45min - 73% - was charging at 25Watts - Temps at this point 36°c

1hr - 82% - Temps at this point 32°c 

1hr15min - 94% - was charging at 12 Watts  Temps at this point 32°c

1hr30min - 98% - Temps at this point 31°c 

1hr45 - 100%

Anker Mago 2 on iPhone 17

Started on 5 percent

15min - 31%

30min - 50% - was charging at 22w - Temps at this point 94°f

45min - 67%

1hr - 80%

1hr15min - 85%

1hr30min - 94%

1hr45 - 100%

 ----- Temps -----

iPhone 18 Pro Max 

Charger Temp - 89° f° or 31.6°c - after 45 min 

Phone Temps - 90° f° or 32.2°c after 45 min

iPhone 17 Pro Max 

Charger Temps - 94°f or 34.4°c after 45 min 

Phone Temps - 93°f or 33.9°c  after 45 min 

----- Conclusion ----- 

So, from my testing, YES, there is a pretty substantial difference in the wireless charge test versus these two phones. And as you can see as well, the temperature is lower on the iPhone 18 Pro Max. The new iPhone does have a vapor chamber that is 3x bigger, and it really does make a difference when it comes to keeping the phone temperature down, allowing the iPhone 18 Pro Max to keep its higher 25-watt charging speeds longer throughout a charge. So, the 18 does charge faster because of the vapor chamber.

I’m looking into both of these grip stands for my glacier 18 pro max and am having a hard time choosing. The ohsnap matches best and appears to have a much better kickstand but the popsocket I’ve heard has a better grip and looks thinner. Which of these two is better in your opinion and why?

I have the iphone 18 pro max ordered and wondering what is a good powerbank of it just in case. I am actually thinking a wired and magsafe powerbank in one. Appreciated all advice and sorry for my ignorance

I love my PopSocket MagSafe Phone Wallets. I recently upgraded to an iPhone18 Pro, coming from a base iPhone 13. The camera lenses are so much thicker and the cards brush through them when I slide them in/out the wallet. I’m worried that the camera lenses could get scratched over time. Are you having the same problem and what could be a solution for this?
I love being able to bring my phone and a few cards attached, plus I need the grip to hold the phone with one hand. I would imagine it’s the same issue for any type of MagSafe wallet.

I got an iPhone 13 with battery health currently at 83% - it's starting to feel not ideal with the newest update. I'm on the search for a daily, thin power bank that I can carry around, attached to my phone or in my purse, to give that extra % of battery when I'm out doing errands. I also don't want to spend a lot, between 25-50 euros ideally.

Potential options:
1. Anker Nano 5000 (€49)
2. Baseus Picogo AM41 5000 (€40)
3. Xiaomi Ultrathin 5000 (€50)
4. LISEN 5000 (€30)

Any other options I haven't considered that might be better?

What's your recommendation? TIA

Ik ben aan het twijfelen tussen de Nomad Leather Wallet en de Moft Snap-On Stand & Wallet voor mijn telefoon (iPhone 17 Pro).
Beide wallets spreken me aan, maar ik ben vooral benieuwd naar de praktijkervaringen van gebruikers die er één (of allebei) hebben gehad.
Ik ga de Wallet gebruiken voor 2 of 3 pasjes en verder wil ik graag weten hoe krachtig de magneet is.

Ik ben benieuwd naar jullie ervaringen en aanbevelingen.

Anyone found a MagSafe wallet with a finger loop that fits the Duo? Lucked out on a preorder but want to have a wallet day one. I have AppleCare so I’m not looking for a case.

Can anyone recommend me a MagSafe power bank that can charge two devices at the same time? I’m trying to help my partner as she always keeps using her phone and ipad, specifically an iPhone 13 and iPad A16, and I’m trying to find a portable power bank that can charge both, by MagSafe and by cord. While i know a portable power bank may not fully charge both devices, i guess it would be okay it were just one device that can be fully charged by it. I’ve tried researching this before but I can’t seem to find a good portable power bank for this. Do any of you have any recommendations for something that fits on what I’m trying to find?

BlackBrook Arden leather case

I’ve been using the BlackBrook Arden in Burnished Tan on my iPhone 17 Pro. The first thing I noticed was the real-leather smell when I opened the box. It faded after a few days, but the feel of the leather is still the main reason I keep this case on the phone.

The leather and how it’s aging

Burnished Tan is tricky to photograph because it shifts with the light. In some shots it looks warm and orange-brown; in others it’s darker and more muted. It looks great with the Deep Blue iPhone 17 Pro. I’ve also had a few random compliments on it while using the phone out and about, which is unusual for a case.

I haven’t babied it. It picked up a few scratches early on, including one deep enough to catch my fingernail. After two or three days of normal handling, that mark was still visible but no longer caught my nail. I’m curious to see how the leather changes over time, so I’ll add an update after longer use.

Fit, protection and buttons

It’s thicker than the ultra-thin aramid cases I normally use, but it doesn’t feel bulky. The screen lip leaves enough clearance for me to put the phone face-down on a table, while still feeling low enough for edge swipes. The raised camera ring sits just high enough for everyday table contact without making the back feel like a huge wobble plate.

The metal buttons are clicky and easy to use. My one design gripe is the black finish against the tan leather; matching brown or bronze buttons would look more cohesive to me.

MagSafe and wireless charging

The magnets feel strong in my use. The case snaps firmly onto my stands and holds my Baseus MagSafe battery without sliding around.

I also compared an iPhone 17 Pro charging from 0 to 80% on an ESR CryoBoost with the fan on, once in this case and once caseless. The case-on run took 60 minutes; the caseless run took 51. That’s a 9-minute gap in my run. I saw a similar pattern with my uncooled Baseus battery: the phone felt warmer and charged more slowly than it does in my PITAKA case.

If you want more context on the charger itself, see my ESR CryoBoost.

The chart below shows the recorded 0–80% times for the fan-on CryoBoost runs.

The annoying bit: the USB-C cutout

Apple’s USB-C cable fits, but several thicker third-party cables I own don’t seat properly through the bottom opening. It means I have to pay attention to which cable I pack when I travel. A slightly wider cutout would solve it.

Final thoughts

If you want a case that stays pristine, this isn’t the one I’d pick. If you want real leather that feels good in the hand and will show its use, the Arden has been a lovely case so far. I like the grip, the look and the strong-feeling MagSafe attachment. The trade-offs are the slightly slower wireless run I recorded and the narrow cable opening. Neither makes me want to take it off, but the USB-C cutout is an everyday annoyance worth knowing about.

BlackBrook Arden leather case

Was in Walmart the other day and found this guy on clearance for $16.50. Great little travel charger for anyone that might need one. No it’s not as fancy as others, and the primary charging pad is only Qi2 15W, but it has a 5w certified watch charger and 5w pad as well. Pretty nice find and will be handy for trips. I tested it on my power meter and the phone peaks around 17w, while both the others deliver the 5w as advertised. I ended up buying three.

Just wanted to share.

Didn't notice the two speed bumps until I was basically on the first one. I was doing around 30. That one's on me.

The second hit knocked my sunglasses off the top of my head and into my lap. Immediately looked over, expecting my iphone air to be somewhere near the floor.

Still on the lisen mount. Navigation still going.

Phone bounced a little, but it stayed on and the base didn't move. I knew it was magnetic, just didn't realize how strong the hold was.

I'd seen a video before about a girl whose eyeliner stayed put through a car crash and didn't really get the excitement. I get it now haha.

Picked up my sunglasses at the next light and carried on. Considerably slower.

Switching between a work backpack and a smaller bag on weekends keeps leaving me with a charged power bank and no cable. Somehow the bank makes it into the right bag, but the cable stays wherever i last needed it. Usually discover this when my phone is nearly dead.

Lisen 10k power bank caught my eye because it has an attached usb c cable and magnetic wireless charging. The cable is honestly the bigger draw for me. Magnetic charging would be handy when checking directions or taking photos without a cord hanging between my phone and my bag.

It's just for my phone, so how awkward it feels to carry matters more to me than the maximum charging speed.

Anyone using one regularly? Do you switch between the cable and wireless or mostly stick with one?

I have been searching the internet for a wallet that is a traditional wallet first, with multiple pockets, sleeves, a cash sleeve, and a fold. While also doubling (when needed) as an on-the-go stand. Basically like the Satechi magnetic wallet stand with a larger capacity.

I carry a round 5- 6 cards daily, including my University ID, which I need to unlock my dorm door, but the most convenient way (keeping it in the wallet) only works when the ID and any payment cards are separated by an RFID-blocking layer.

The traditional wallet that I am most considering is the Double Oak Cloud Wallet. (I love the layout and design, but it cannot be used as a stand)

For actual MagSafe wallets, I have entertained the following:

-the Satechi Magnetic Wallet Stand (small capacity)

-the native Union MagSafe wallet (small capacity)

-the various MOFT wallets (lack of compartments in general)

-the ESR Classic Magnetic Wallet Stand for 5 cards (lack of compartments to separate the payment cards and ID)

I am intrigued by the Ku Xiu X40 3-in-1 MagSafe charger. Especially the design and compactness. But I know very little about this brand, and most of the videos/reviews I’ve seen are more paid and sponsored. There isn’t much about long term reliability to be found.
Anyone have experience with these? Would you recommend it? Or should I shift to typical ESR or Ugreen products?

Hey guys! I got the Low Pro from PopSockets and it’s been great so far except for one caveat.

With Magsafe accessories, it works great as expected, but, when I try to stick it in metal surfaces like, the fridge or a metal surface, it’s weak. It slides down even, unlike in the advertisments where it’s solid and stable. Before anyone comes for me, I tried in different surfaces already. I have a magnetic case for another device and I know which surfaces are supposedly weak or strong. Tried it with and without my magsafe phone case too.

PopSocket’s Customer Service is great and has been so supportive of this concern! I was just wondering if anyone else has this experience so I would know if I’ll get the voucher to buy another one or just refund it fully. (i paid in a different current so there will be a little Exhange Rate diff. Bear with me)

I don’t live in the US so they can’t send a replacement.

The overall flatness and that magsafe feature is mainly why I paid that price tag for a pop socket so…

My Moft MagSafe Findmy wallet just randomly beeps all the time. In my pocket, on the phone, removed from the phone, when I’m home with it, when I leave it home. It’s driving me nuts. Slow beeps. Fast beeps.

I assume Moft has bought some after market tracker, and other MagSafe Findmy wallets have similar issues.

Does anyone know what I’m doing to set it off?

Has anyone solved the beeping? Can I turn off all beeping unless I specifically ask for it?

I’ve tried a lot of different settings but nothing works.

Also, it is fully charged.

My Lucid Gravity has (like almost every vehicle on sale today) a horrible wireless charging pad that would just heat up my phone.

My solution is 2 Apple MagSafe pucks and some dBrand vinyl stickers to help them blend in better! I also colored the white cables black so they match nicely.

The 2 USB-C ports are 100w each so I’m getting the full 25w charging per puck.

didnt even think the cuktech would stick through a case this thick but it hasnt fallen off once. pretty sure this is the most cursed magsafe stack on here, show me something worse

Hello, anyone know what is the current best magsafe car mount with strong magnets that will hold the iPhone Duo without falling off?

Body: I’m planning to build an e-commerce store selling MagSafe wallets. I’ve used several myself and know there are a lot of pain points out there.

I’d love to hear your honest opinions: What’s your #1 thing you care about when picking a MagSafe wallet?

• Magnet strength (won’t fall off in pocket/car)
• Slimness & thickness
• Card retention (holds 1 card securely, not only when stuffed full)
• Material durability (leather, woven, metal, etc.)
• Find My / tracking capability
• RFID blocking
• Built-in kickstand/grip (or do you hate extra bulk from gimmicks?)
• Price

Also: What’s your biggest frustration with current MagSafe wallets on the market?

Thanks for sharing your experience!

Guess I just have to keep an eye on it & take the battery pack of when it gets around 79%, as the phone ignores the setting with the battery pack.

My wife travels with an iPhone and Airpods (no watch). Can anyone suggest a good charger for this setup? Something that folds flat/compact.