MagSafe Monday: Scosche’s 2-in-1 Qi2 mount is the perfect car companion for summer travel

Source: 9to5Mac

Overview

When you are looking for a MagSafe car mount, you usually have to make a hard choice right at the start of your shopping decisions. Do you want a vent mount or a dashboard mount? Vent mounts are great because they are easy to move between cars and avoid the need for adhesives on your car’s dash, but they can sometimes block your airflow. Dashboard mounts offer a more permanent feel but can be harder to get right.

Scosche decided to skip that debate entirely with the Scosche MagicMount Charge Pro, which includes both options in the box. I prefer the vent mount because I love helping keep my iPhone cool on summer trips, where it can overheat by letting my AC keep it cool while it’s keeping my car cold.

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Dash or vent mount: your choice

The 2‑in‑1 design is the biggest selling point here. The kit includes a vent clip and a dashboard suction mount, so you can figure out what works best for your specific vehicle or move it between cars.

• Vent clip – Easy to install and remove, leaving no adhesive residue. Ideal for rental cars, travel, or switching between family vehicles.
• Dashboard mount – Uses a strong adhesive that stays put even on bumpy roads, providing a more stationary solution.

The magnets are rare‑earth neodymium, delivering a very strong connection to your iPhone.

Qi2 in the car

Qi2 standardizes fast 15‑watt wireless charging for the iPhone, so you get fast charging in the car. This Scosche mount is Qi2‑certified, delivering up to twice the speed of the older 7.5‑watt chargers. The speed assumes proper temperature, which ties back to the benefit of the vent mount for cooling.

Scosche includes a 20‑watt USB‑C car charger in the box, so you don’t have to rely on your car’s built‑in USB port (which may not provide enough power for Qi2).

The mount head uses a ball‑joint system that allows 360‑degree rotation, useful for landscape Apple Maps or tilting the phone to avoid windshield glare. It feels sturdy and does not sag over time, as long as it’s tightened properly.

Wrap up on Scosche MagicMount Charge Pro

The Scosche MagicMount Charge Pro is currently in my car as I prepare for summer vacations. It brings Qi2 speeds to your vehicle, includes both dash and vent mounting hardware, and comes with a power adapter—making it an easy choice for a MagSafe car charger that keeps your maps at a good eye level.

You can buy the Scosche MagicMount Charge Pro on Amazon or directly from Scosche.

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