Kuxiu introduces the M30 magnetic charger for iPad

Kuxiu's M30 is a compact 35W magnetic charger that frees up the iPad USB-C port by using the rear Smart Connector.

Kuxiu introduces the M30 magnetic smart connector charger for iPad

Kuxiu has released the M30 Magnetic Smart Connector Charger, a compact 35W charger that uses the iPad's rear Smart Connector instead of a USB-C port. The device weighs 65 grams, comes with a 2-meter braided cable, and attaches magnetically to compatible iPads so the charger stays in place while charging.

The M30 targets iPads with Smart Connector support and lists models across iPad Pro generations and iPad Air lines. Compatibility includes iPad Pro 13-inch M4 2024, iPad Pro 11-inch M4 2024, iPad Pro 12.9-inch Gen 3 to 6, iPad Pro 11-inch Gen 1 to 4, iPad Air 13-inch M3/M2, iPad Air 11-inch M3/M2, and iPad Air 10.9-inch Gen 4 and 5. It will not work with iPads lacking the rear Smart Connector or those that rely only on USB-C for charging.

The M30 fits a broader trend of compact, dedicated charging gear that keeps ports free for accessories. It also highlights a consumer preference for simple, magnetic attachments that reduce desk clutter. Yet its appeal depends on how many users own compatible iPads and how many will value a dedicated magnetic charger over a universal solution.

The decision to tether charging to the Smart Connector may limit adoption and raises questions about ecosystem dependence. Price, compatibility gaps, and competition from USB-C hubs and other MagSafe styled products will shape whether this becomes a must buy or a niche convenience.

Highlights

Charging habits may shift as accessories shrink and multiply