The company is also offering a USB-C hub that includes a Micro USB, Micro TransFlash and SD card slot, as well as a standard USB port. Ī close-up of the Snapnator USB-C to MagSafe-type adapter. The Snapnator adapter comes in two parts, a magnetic power connector with USB-C female port and a magnetic adapter with male USB-C plug.īecause the magnetic adapter is on the outside of the USB-C type port on a laptop or smartphone, if the cord is pulled with sufficient force, the only part that will break away is the magnetic connection Snapnator claims that will help prevent damage to a device's USB-C port.Įarly Kickstarter backers can pre-order an adapter for $19 for a $30 pledge, the company throws in a USB-C to USB 2.0 converter as well. We put a magnet on both sides,' Snapanator stated in its crowdfunding material. 'Most magnetic couplings have a magnet on one side and on the other side.
