Twelve South just announced what it is calling the “world’s smallest 2-in-1 USB-C MagSafe charger.” Designed to charge an iPhone (or AirPods) and Apple Watch, the ButterFly folds up into a super compact puck. And considering it is no bigger than a tasty macaron, the brand isn’t lying.
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Obviously, size (and portability) is the main selling point for the ButterFly. You can easily fold it together and toss it into your pocket or bag. But it’s also a pretty versatile charger for those who might want to make it a more permanent fixture on a desk or nightstand. When folded, for example, it can hold your iPhone horizontally and thus act as a MagSafe stand that supports StandBy mode.
The ButterFly isn’t a cheap MagSafe charger, however. It costs $130, which isn’t unheard of but still definitely puts it on the expensive side in the realm of 2-in-1 MagSafe chargers. For what it’s worth, it does have an anodized aluminum shell — which the company claims matches MacBooks that have a silver finish — and looks pretty nice.
The other good thing about the ButterFly is that it comes with everything in the box to fast charge your iPhone, including a USB-C charging cable and a 20-watt USB-C power adapter. Additionally, it comes with a travel bag and four international plug adapters (US, UK, EU, AU), so it’ll work many other countries around the world.
