But that’s a terrible idea for the iPad, as we shall see.

“Apple’s MagSafe charger was revolutionary.

I was sad to see it go, and no other company has been able to emulate it since.

The new iPad Air alongside the iPad Pro, iPad (9th generation), and iPad mini

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MagSafer

“Innovation” might be pushing it a bit.

This clearly won’t work for the iPad.

If the iPad is on a desk, then a Qi-style puck will make it rock and wobble.

MagSage connector next to USB-C port on MacBook

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And forget about using magnets to hold the iPad up unless it’s an iPad mini.

And a glass back would be a problem for an iPad.

One of MagSafe’s other big advantages is that it frees up a USB-C port previously needed for charging.

top down view of MagSafe connector on a MacBook

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On the MacBook Pro, it actually replaced a USB-C port, but that computer already has plenty.

Perhaps it’s too thick to be practical in the ultra-thin iPad Pro?

MagSafe would be an amazing addition to the iPad Pro, and Apple should totally make it happen.