New upgrades to tech often come with a few teething problems, and the latest iPhone is no different. Here’s what to be aware of, and for another iPhone-related development to look out for, Apple Just Discontinued This Popular Phone. One user posted an image of their tarnished phone case to the MacRumors forum after one day of using the new MagSafe iPhone 12 charger. “Sort of expected this but I can’t imagine how bad this will look in a few months,” they wrote.ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb GearPatrol points out this has happened before with another Apple product. “The HomePod notoriously leaves a white ring on some surfaces,” they explain. “And while this might not be a huge deal for most, it could be if you’re a stickler for keeping a pristine case.” And for another product leaving Apple Stores, check out Apple Is No Longer Selling This Beloved Product. The support documents issued by Apple also note that credit cards, security badges, passports, and key fobs should not be placed between the iPhone 12 and the MagSafe charger, as the RFID chips and magnetic strips in those items can be damaged by the charging process. And for more up-to-date information on iPhones and more, sign up for our daily newsletter. According to Apple, cleaning your MagSafe charger requires careful attention. To do so, disconnect it from the power supply, brush away debris, and wipe the silicone charging area with a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth, avoiding all potentially abrasive household cleaners. Also, remove your phone from its cover while charging it—and if you are going to charge it through the case, keep both surfaces as clean as possible to minimize any abrasion or scratching that could occur on contact. And if you want to keep your phone itself clean, Here’s What You Can and Can’t Disinfect. Why not just use a regular charger, you ask? Well, the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 pro don’t come with one of those small square white chargers (called a brick) that has an ordinary USB plug on it (called a USB-A). The new phones instead come with a USB-C to lightning cable, which can be plugged into a newer iPad or Mac that similarly use USB-C to lightning cable plugs. You can also buy a new wall plug that’s compatible with the iPhone 12’s cable for $20—or you can invest in the MagSafe charger, as long as you’re careful with your case! And for another kind of charger that’s causing some serious problems, check out This Common Household Item Has Been Recalled Over Fire Risk.
