Magnetic breakaway USB-C connector

This is possibly one of the best USB-C accessories that I've ever bought and used. It's saved my USB-C ports from damage countless times,and it's helped prevent laptops from being yanked to the floor by careless individuals (usually me) tripping over the charging cable.

It's a magnetic breakaway USB-C connector reminiscent of Apple's MagSafe connector that you can fit into all your devices, even MacBooks that don't have it.

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And the best thing of all is that it doesn't slow down data transfer or charging.

I know, because I've been testing a bunch of them to find you the best and cheapest model.

A magnetic breakaway USB-C connector consists of two parts. One part is the USB-C port that plugs into the device you want to protect -- be that a laptop, smartphone, charger, power bank, or any USB-C port you want to safeguard from damage -- and the other part goes on the end of the cable you're going to use.

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A magnet keeps the two parts together when in use until there's a pull on the connector, and then the two parts come apart. The magnets are very strong and pull the two parts together with a very decisive snap.

It's a simple yet brilliant idea! 

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Magnetic breakaway USB-C connector

Of the many magnetic breakaway USB-C connectors that I tested, this was one of my favorites. Not only did it do everything the spec sheet promised, but it's nicely designed and features a strong magnet to keep both halves together. 

Magnetic breakaway USB-C connector tech specs

• Power: Up to 140W
• Data transfer: Up to 40Gb/s
• Video output: Up to 8K@60Hz
• Connection type: 24-pin
• LED indicator: Yes
• Dustproof: Yes 

I've used similar breakaway USB-C connectors before, back when Apple removed the MagSafe charging port from the MacBook Pro. But things have come a long way since then: These connectors have been given a revamp, improving the design and the magnet, and bringing them up to date with support for features such as 140W charging.

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These breakaway connectors come in three different types -- straight , 90