In October, . broke news that PopSockets is developing its own line of MagSafe-compatible products to support the new wireless charging capabilities of the iPhone 12 devices. Today the company officially presented its upcoming products for the first time at the (virtual) Consumer Electronics Show 2021. The new line will include three MagSafe-compatible PopGrips, a wallet with an integrated handle and two holders.
The first of these is the new PopGrip for MagSafe, which can be magnetically attached to MagSafe-compatible cases for iPhone 12 devices.
The design of this PopGrip removes some confusion about how a PopGrip (the round, poundable dongle people usually think of when they think of “PopPockets”) works with a MagSafe device. Instead of just attaching to the base of the handle itself, the handle is integrated into a larger base that attaches to the case.
Credit: PopSockets
Meanwhile, the handle has an interchangeable top, so you can change the style of your PopGrip at any time without having to buy a whole new accessory.
This grip is also compatible with PopSockets PopMount 2 phone mounts, including the new PopMount 2 for MagSafe launched today.
The PopMount 2 for MagSafe will be introduced as two solutions: PopMount for MagSafe Multi-Surface and PopMount for MagSafe Car Vent. As the name suggests, both products are magnetically attached to iPhone 12 devices either at home or on the go.
If you are using the new PopGrip for MagSafe handle, you can leave the handle turned on and then attach the bracket magnets to the base.
Credit: PopMount Multi Surface for MagSafe
Also new is an updated PopWallet + for MagSafe, a combination wallet and handle that allows users to carry up to three cards and which can now be magnetically attached to MagSafe compatible phone cases for iPhone 12 devices. The wallet has an elastic sock that allows you to pull out your cards without removing the wallet from the back of the device. It now includes a protective shield to protect credit cards from magnetic damage. The handle is also interchangeable here.
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Credit: PopWallet + for MagSafe
There are also two versions of the PopGrip film that become available. For one, the PopGrip Slide Stretch has expandable arms that attach mechanically to the sides of most phone cases, including the iPhone 12 cases. You can slide this handle to the bottom of the phone to use it as a portrait stand or attach MagSafe accessories without removing the handle.
Credit: PopGrip Slide Stretch for MagSafe
The PopGrip Slide for iPhone 12 is basically the same, but designed specifically for the Apple silicone cases for iPhone 12 devices.
The first new accessories to hit the market include PopGrip for MagSafe and PopWallet + for MagSafe in spring 2021.
The PopGrip Slide Stretch will be released on March 21st on PopSockets.com and in select destinations ahead of a wider rollout. The PopGrip will be released on May 1st on PopSockets.com and in Apple Stores. The PopMount for MagSafe line will be launched in summer 2021.
The company also announced several other non-MagSafe products, including the PopGrip Pocketable, which optimizes the grip when folded so that the surface is flat. the PopGrip Antimicrobial, which contains an embedded silver-based treatment for protection; and the PopSockets x SOG PopGrip Multi-Tool, made in partnership with SOG Specialty Knives, that includes a PopGrip with a removable multi-tool.
The company did not share an exact time frame for these products other than “early 2021”.
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