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Re:New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar a... by nottorp on Friday January 15, 2021 @05:31AM (#25789177)
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.

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Re:New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar a... by TheSpiceIsLife on Friday January 15, 2021 @05:54AM (#25789334)
In my opinion, MagSafe 2 set the gold standard in weak magnets.
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Re:New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar a... by toomanybeersies on Friday January 15, 2021 @06:04AM (#25789426)
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.

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Re:New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar a... by nottorp on Friday January 15, 2021 @06:07AM (#25789455)
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.
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