Apple’s discontinued MagSafe Battery Pack might have a surprising second act: powering Google’s latest Pixel 10 phones. A short demo shared on X shows the accessory snapping onto a Pixel 10 Pro XL and delivering wireless power, effectively acting like a Pixel Snap-style charger despite its iPhone-first pedigree.
Here’s the twist. While Apple retired the MagSafe Battery Pack in 2023 and never released a direct successor, its underlying technology helped shape Qi2, the universal magnetic wireless charging standard now rolling out across Android flagships. With the Pixel 10 series reportedly supporting the newer Qi2.2 spec, alignment magnets and a shared charging handshake let the MagSafe pack latch on and juice up the phone even without official support.
Don’t expect blazing speeds, though. Apple’s compact pack was never a performance monster, and modern Qi2 power banks can hit much higher wattage. Some third-party Qi2 battery packs now advertise up to 25W wireless charging, while Apple’s unit prioritizes tight integration and safety over raw output. Translation: your Pixel 10 will likely charge, but not as fast as it would with a recent Qi2-certified accessory.
Why this matters
– Cross-ecosystem compatibility: MagSafe’s influence on Qi2 means more accessories can work across iPhone and Android, with better magnetic alignment and fewer finicky placements.
– Sustainability win: If you already own a MagSafe Battery Pack, you may be able to keep using it rather than tossing it in a drawer—or worse, a landfill.
– Accessory flexibility: Pixel 10 owners now have a wider pool of magnetic power banks, stands, and chargers to consider, not just those branded for Android.
What to expect if you try it
– It should physically snap into place thanks to ring magnets.
– Charging will likely initiate, but speeds may be modest compared to modern Qi2 options.
– Battery and thermal management may behave differently than on iPhones, so your mileage can vary by unit and firmware.
– For the fastest top-ups, a recent Qi2-certified pack or a wired charger will still beat Apple’s older unit.
A bit of context
Apple introduced the MagSafe Battery Pack alongside the iPhone 12 lineup to showcase the benefits of magnetic alignment and easy attach-detach charging. While that accessory line didn’t continue, Apple contributed its expertise to the Wireless Power Consortium as Qi2 took shape, bringing MagSafe-like alignment and improved efficiency to a broader range of devices, including Android flagships such as the Pixel 10 series.
Looking ahead, industry chatter suggests Apple is developing a new ultra-thin auxiliary charger for the rumored iPhone 17 Air. If true, it could revive Apple’s own magnetic battery ambitions—though it might also add bulk to a device rumored to focus on extreme thinness.
Bottom line
– Yes, Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack can work with the Pixel 10 Pro XL—and likely other Pixel 10 models—thanks to Qi2-era interoperability.
– It’s a clever way to reuse an old accessory, but not a replacement for a modern high-speed Qi2 battery pack if you care about charging performance.
– For Pixel 10 buyers building out a kit, consider mixing a reliable wired charger for speed with a slim Qi2 magnetic bank for convenience on the go.
Keywords to watch: Google Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro XL, MagSafe Battery Pack, Qi2 wireless charging, magnetic battery pack, Pixel Snap accessories, wireless charging compatibility.
