Let’s face it, USB-C is most likely going to become the standard way to charge our devices. Many smartphones are going this way and Apple switched to USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 in its latest notebooks. The Vinpok Bolt-S is a USB-C cable with a surprise on one end: magnetic connectivity. Like Apple’s MagSafe connector, the Vinpok Bolt-S attaches to your device via magnet. Apple notebook users were rightly upset when Apple discontinued the MagSafe connection, it was loved by many. Read on for our full review of the Vinpok Bolt-S and you decide if this little device will replace your old MagSafe connector.
DESIGN
There’s not a whole lot to say about a cable’s design other than, it’s a cable. The Vinpok Bolt-S is well made and feels very durable although I would have preferred a flat cable design. It’s about the same thickness and feels like the MacBook USB-C cable but a bit longer and it has a nice velcro strap to keep things tidy. The cable comes with its own carrying case, which is a nice touch and it helps keep it nicely tucked into a backpack. The Vinpok Bolt-S is attempting to replace Apple’s MagSafe connection and for the most part, this design accomplishes that.
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