Google launches its own ‘MagSafe’ with PixelSnap

Google announced its own version of “MagSafe” called PixelSnap, which allows magnetic accessories to work with the newly launched Pixel 10 series of devices.

The company’s announcement comes nearly five years after Apple announced its own slew of magnetic accessories with the iPhone 12 in 2020.

The company said that through PixelSnap, you can attach wireless chargers, stands, grips, and much more to the Pixel 10. It is also releasing its own PixelSnap cases and compatible accessories.

The simplest accessory is a Ring Stand, which attaches to the phone like a puck, and you can pull the ring to use it as a stand.

All new Pixel devices are compatible with the Qi2 wireless standard. The Pixel 10 Pro XL has 25W wireless charging compatibility, while all the other devices — the Pixel 10, 10 Pro, and the 10 Fold — have 15W wireless charging compatibility.

Google is launching a new PixelSnap charger along with an optional stand. You can use the standalone charger while laying down your phone, or if you want to use your phone while charging, or display home control widgets, you can use the stand.

The PixelSnap cases start at $49.99, the PixelSnap Ring Stand is priced at $29.99, the PixelSnap charger costs $39.99, and the PixelSnap charger costs $69.99.

Google said that the Pixel 10 series phones are compatible with accessories like car mounts, chargers, and those from Made for Google partners, along with certain MagSafe accessories.