At the CES consumer technology conference in Las Vegas today, accessory maker Griffin Technology announced the launch of a new product that brings MagSafe-like functionality to the new MacBook Pro, which does away with the long-running MagSafe standard for charging cables and instead uses the emerging USB-C standard.
The BreakSafe Hi-Power Magnetic USB-C Breakaway Cable offers up to 100 watts of charging capacity, which means that it can handle the new MacBook Pro — unlike its original BreakSafe USB-C cable, which was introduced at CES a year ago, following the release of the USB-C-only 2015 12-inch MacBook.
The new cable will become available in the second quarter of this year for $39.99, Griffin said in a statement.
“Through Griffin’s thoughtful design, the BreakSafe Hi-Power Cable keeps laptops safe from drops and damage with its patented quick-release magnetic connector that safely disconnects from the rest of the cable when under stress or strain, like tripping over the power cord,” Griffin said.
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This won’t be the only accessory to bring back MagSafe functionality for Apple’s latest and greatest laptop. Kickstarter-backed MagNeo does that, too.
Griffin today is also introducing a $19.99 MagSafe-style BreakSafe adapter for USB-A ports, as well as $39.99 “universal” BreakSafe car chargers and wall chargers for phones and tablets. Those will come out in Q2, too.
Griffin was acquired by Incipio Group last year.
