This new design allows me to use my phone with existing magsafe mounts without having to remove the popsocket. Charging speed is definitely impacted but I get enough of a charge in the car so that I can still use the phone for music and navigation without losing power.
The magnet is really strong so I'm glad I don't have to remove constantly like I did for my other magsafe popsockets. I think this will help the popsocket last must longer.
I was disappointed I couldn’t replace the pop socket stretch slide I’ve had for a few years but the new MagSafe kick out grip is even better! It does everything I liked about the stretch slide—allowing me to position it to stand upright in portrait or landscape orientation and other angles, without any danger of breaking or coming off. Great gadget!