Make Any Case Magsafe with ESR Halolock and Spigen Onetap Ring Adapters

Today we are installing and testing the ESR HaloLock Universal Ring 360 and the Spigen Onetap Ring Adapter - two products that will turn any case into a MagSafe compatible case. Both ring adapters come with an application template that makes aligning the magnets to your phone a breeze. This is a follow up video to my original MagSafe ring adapter video where I answer all of your questions about these products.
If you want to pick up one of these products, you can buy them on Amazon using the links below. Please know, these are affiliate links so I will get a small percentage of the purchase price. Thanks!
ESR HaloLock Universal Ring 360 - amzn.to/34ozco9
Spigen Onetap Ring Adapter - amzn.to/3IOG111
Let me know of any questions in the comments are contact me on Twitter DMs @thechristaft. Thanks for watching!
00:00 Intro
01:48 Unboxing
03:14 Spigen OneTap Install
06:35 ESR HaloLock Install
09:34 Close Up Comparison
10:12 Final Thoughts
#iPhone, #iPhone13, #iPhone13ProMax, #TechReview, #MagSafe, #PhoneCase, #Spigen, #ESR, #Ring, #Adapter

[@ericafors6039]

Thanks. I was trying to decide between these two snap adapters. Super helpful video!

[@thechristaft]

Thx for watching!

[@HiwonCute03]

LOVEEEEE IT!!

[@thechristaft]

Thanks for watching!

[@reviewsvr7083]

Great video this was helpful :)

[@thechristaft]

Thanks for watching! Glad I could help.

[@gilbertbautista7483]

Thank you for this video, big help ..

[@thechristaft]

Thanks for watching!

[@Adam-nn8jc]

Thanks man for my choice

[@thechristaft]

Thanks for watching!

[@NizarNoor]

Thanks for this. I didn’t know these existed

[@thechristaft]

Thanks for watching!

[@rtxyouremom8615]

@@thechristaft is esr or this more strong in terms of the magnetic connection

[@thechristaft]

If you want the strongest, look at the Mophie magnetic ring. It's made of actual magnets.

[@rtxyouremom8615]

@@thechristaft ok thx

[@juriaanoussoren]

Nillkin also sells snap hold and snap link

[@falc0ns8055]

Very helpful, thanks. 🇮🇳

[@thechristaft]

Thanks for watching

[@Tanush367]

Nice

[@caravaggio495]

Cool

[@pikoarroyo]

Do you think they’ll work on those 2pc cases with the plastic screen protector

[@theonlybuster]

Kinda disappointed. There is so much talk about customers wanting to put these inside the case and this video even brings that topic up multiple times. This video would have been a GREAT opportunity to directly answer that concern by placing the ring inside a case (Un-adhered) then using the magsafe charger to show how weak the magnetic connection is if even there. Gppd video but definitely a missed opportunity here.

[@thechristaft]

Agreed, didn’t do enough to answer that question.

[@iComplainer]

100% have the phone in the case when you apply this!!!

[@thechristaft]

Definitely!

[@Benjamin-cc6uw]

Dos the ring sticks to the phone like the wallet?

[@appleholic1553]

I have a magnetic ring inside my Otterbox and it works very well ✌🏼️

[@thechristaft]

That's great, so there is enough room inside?

[@slisyd]

do you have it setup on the inside or outside?

[@nathansdad12]

Ive been using spigen exclusively since the iphone 4, I can not in good conscience recommend the spigen ring until they figure out the adhesive. Mine came off the second time I put my phone in my pocket and would never get back on. Its too expensive for the way it works and no refund or replacement was offered

[@thechristaft]

Thanks Justin, always good to know when issues happen

[@crusher9517]

I had the same issue with the spigen...more than once. Every time i tried it. Does the esr hold better? I feel like it's solid and doesn't have that tab it might stay on better. Also spigen has a new mag ring that is supposed to be an improvement over the metal ring shown here. Anyone try that one?

[@Kimberly-jz2ts]

I wanna turn my old note 9 into a magsafe type of device. I know it's already wireless charger capable bc I currently use a wireless charger for it bc the charging port no longer works. IF I could turn it into a magsafe type of charger, this would mean I could actually use the phone while it charges. Which was be amazing to do again. With all this being said, what all would I need to be able to achieve this? Example, what kind of ring? what kind of charger? Obviously I'm not using an iPhone but hopefully you can guide me in the right direction. Please & thanks

[@themagician2008]

Does it work with normal wireless charging pads? Will the metal cause them to not charge?

[@davidstone7731]

Hi Chris, have you tried using magsafe chargers to charge an Android device using these rings? And does the phone get hot when charging with these opposed to a regular qi wireless charger (non magsafe)? Thanks!

[@oldschooljr4127]

Thanks for a great video presentation, I was curious to know if you could adhere the rings to the case as explained I did not want to ruin the aesthetics on my I phone 13 pro max I will definitely pick one up . 👍🏻👍🏻🙏

[@thechristaft]

Thanks for watching and asking, yes, you can apply to the case to keep your iPhone in good condition. That’s how I have been using mine.

[@mobsyr5232]

Thanks✅🚼

[@thechristaft]

Hope it helped... working on one more video to answer a few more comments for this weekend.

[@jaredharris1970]

I ordered something similar but I didn’t know the one I ordered was made to stick on the phone itself I was hoping it would fit on the non MagSafe case which was advertised as MagSafe compatible but wasn’t on the inside of the case I rather have it stick to inside of the case because if it’s on outside over time the adhesive might weaken from pulling in and out of my pocket

[@thechristaft]

Yeah, the ones I have used, the adhesive is extremely aggressive, so that's is one reason I avoid putting them directly on the phone.

[@FrostRocket92]

Any plans to check out the mophie rings? Their product page at least says they can be mounted inside of a slim case with no mention of a weaker connection. Looking for a review on that is how I found this video.

[@thechristaft]

I’ve got one ordered and on the way, I’ll check them out.

[@archon810]

​@@thechristaft Any updates on this? Also, have you tried putting the rings you reviewed here inside the case to see if they still work?

[@thechristaft]

Definitely, here’s the Mophie product review, I’d definitely go this route. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3SqlaSFf9V_fK8

[@fredrikstahl3311]

Hi mate! Quick question, is the Universal 360 the new ring from ESR? I can just find the "old" one that is just called the universal ring. Is it any difference?

[@thechristaft]

I do believe the 360 is the new ring... but I was able to find the older Halolock ring here: amzn.to/3yh5n5J

[@chuckrichardson83]

So many unanswered questions. Like does the heat from your car vent loosen the glue and cause it to eventually fall off? How long does the Spigen last on the back of the case before it starts to peel off? And since you had a second ring you could have shown us how the connection would be if we put the ring inside the case versus on it

[@thechristaft]

Thanks Chuck, I did a follow up video if you are interested (kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4nXoWCvopegrtk), but to answer your question on glue, I have not had it loosen at all after use.

[@QSSCEO]

Any Case? What about an Otter Box Defender Pro for a Samsung 22 Ultra ?

[@sackleson2251]

I want to put one of these between the plastic and rubber of my otterbox case

[@mattpipke5716]

I have the Pitaka mount/charger and it works great with a Pitaka case with Mag safe compatible ring built in, But I want to use a different case and so I need one of these rings. the most important part for me is the strength of the magnetic pull, I would prefer to use whichever has the stronger bond, did you notice any difference in either ring as far as holding on to Mag safe products and chargers better?

[@KulDegun]

The halo lock is much better. Much stronger magnets in tests

[@kan3221]

Is it possible if I stick the ring inside the case instead of on top of the case? And is there any overheat/ more heat than normal changing while charging? Thx

[@thechristaft]

Kan, hypothetically you can put the ring inside the case, but that will technically weaken the connection slightly as you now have the case in between the ring and the magsafe accessory. I haven't felt any overheating during charging.

[@ZennialReminisce98]

Hi! Will the ring adapter work inside the case? I got a casetify that isnt magsafe and was hoping that it will still charge (i dont want it outside the case as i want it to be seamless) thank you!

[@thechristaft]

They are designed for outside the case. If you put them inside the case you are weakening the magnetic hold because the case is now creating a small barrier. Theoretically it should work inside the case, but I'd be concerned about having enough space and not scratching your phone.

[@vernadithsedillo5126]

i have a solid casing from ghostek but it aint magnetic. can i just super glue the esr ring to it so the halolock have something to atach to ?

[@thechristaft]

That should work for MagSafe accessories to attach, it would be best if the back of the case is flat.

[@martyhunt7425]

Would these work with an Otterbox Commuter case since it’s a plastic outer shell as opposed to a flimsy sort of outer shell on, say, a Defender case?

[@thechristaft]

Hi Marry - I have not used the OtterBox commuter before, but just looked at it online. I can't speak to how it helps in charging, but it does look like the ring should fit fine on the back and provide a good hold for MagSafe accessories.

[@Tonisuperfly]

Did you try this yet?

[@hussameddinshleh]

Would it still attach to the magsafe charger if the halolock got installed on the inner side of the case than the outside?

[@thechristaft]

It may, but the connection would become weaker. The ring itself is not magnetic. It is metallic and the purpose is to increase the hold against MagSafe accessories, think wallets or car mounts.

[@spyiez999]

yes it would

[@bobbiesheets6241]

Can i put one on my otter box? This case was supposed to be qi charging compatible but it Is not. Just wondering if the ring would stick well to this otter box material?

[@thechristaft]

Which OtterBox? It works best on flat plastic material.

[@0veX93]

How is the glue holding? I used to have a normal round metallic plate that is pretty much similar to this. The purpose for it was to just hold my phone in a car with a magnetic holder. The problem I had is that after a couple of mounts the glue would get soft and my phone would fall from the magnetic holder, due to the ring metallic glue getting soft and not holding properly. I got my phone cracked because of this and I'm feeling skepticall in buying a magsafe that sticks on your case just to make it magsafe. I'd rather buy a magsafe case but the ones i've found i dont like the cases how it looks.

[@thechristaft]

The adhesive on these are super strong. It's very difficult to get these to cone off the caae. I've had to do that to test different products.

[@alexmaclean1]

One thing you can do is use a little rubbing alcohol it will temporarily soften it but should let the glue survive longer than if you have to stretch it a lot to remove it by force alone.

[@abujubaed4225]

Can I make ordinary silicone case into MagSafe case through one tap ring adapter?

[@thechristaft]

I don’t see why it would not work. Should be fine. Thanks for watching!

[@aranapauljohn]

It will be easier if you have the case on before you put the spigen onetap magsafe ring so you can use the apple logo as the center alignment thing. I still enjoyed your video.

[@thechristaft]

Good point, thanks for watching!

[@v3trox217]

But actually Apple logo is not in the center of magsafe magnets.

[@thechristaft]

Yeah, didn't get perfect alignment on this one.

[@MrBenjarniSherwin]

So will these help me get mag safe accessibility onto my Samsung. I like the a magsafe charger by Anker you see but I have an s22 ultra

[@thechristaft]

So assuming you have wireless charging, these will enable the MagSafe connection. They will give magnetics from the charger or wallet something to hold onto.

[@malas7244]

I use magsafe charging only with my car halolock accessory . So can I just apply this magnetic ring for magsafe accessory only, instead of putting on case ?

[@CarlosWillis]

Surely it should work fine because the iPhones that have magsafe built into the device the actual metal is inside the phone so there's a layer of phone and then if u add a case there's another layer too. So going by that for iPhone 11s that don't have magsafe built in, adding the ring to the inside of the case should be okay?

[@thechristaft]

Hi Carlos, great question, I made a follow up video that answers this question if you are interested in checking it out (kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4nXoWCvopegrtk) but to answer your question here, while it will work with the ring placed inside the case, it does weaken the magnetic field, so might not work as well as if you placed the ring on the outside of the case. Thanks for wathcing!

[@user-yk2wb2zo8x]

So I use my phone at the gym and was hoping I could use this magnet to allow me to stick my phone to the gym equipment so it was up off the floor?

[@thechristaft]

So these rings aren't magnetic, but the Mophie ring is and might work. Here's the review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3SqlaSFf9V_fK8

[@mwang168]

how about to install them inside of the case?

[@thechristaft]

That might work if there is enough room. Obviously direct contact on the outside of the case gives you the strongest hold.

[@bodaciousj31]

Is there any reason you can't bypass a case and stick this straight to your phone?

[@thechristaft]

If you don’t plan to use a case at all that could work. I would be concerned about how tightly they take hold, they aren’t easy to remove. And if you do put a case on, it will weaken the magnetic hold to any accessory you use.

[@Tyler_ThaTruth]

I wish I knew these existed 2 days ago because I just bought a expensive case because of the MagSafe smh oh well

[@thechristaft]

Sorry, but thanks for watching!

[@marcoemmenegger785]

changer of the two rings has mer magnetic force?

[@thechristaft]

If magnetic hold strength is what you are looking for, check out the Mophie rings amzn.to/44wwVBi

[@mickoespanillo6735]

Hey, nice video. I have a question for you. I would like to know what iPhone model you are using. How do you align the iphone 14 pro max, which is at least 6.7 inches wide? I see there is a line you need to follow, but how do you align it?

[@thechristaft]

It’s tricky, the templates don’t work that well. I use the magnet ring with adhesive backing on first to find the right spot, then align the template to that area.

[@bxnto]

how do i put the spigen one on a xs max and how does it feel when its on the back

[@thechristaft]

It's slightly raised on the back when you put it in, but not sharp. I would use a magsafe charger to find the right spot, maybe put a piece of tape on around edge to mark it, and then apply the adapter aligned to the tape.

[@bxnto]

@@thechristaft thank youuu😍👍

[@artieshell9205]

Which of the two has the strongest magnetic hold ?

[@thechristaft]

Both are equal. Neither are magnetic, they are metallic which gives the magsafe adapter something to magnetically connect to. Look up the Mophie ring if you want something truly magnetic.

[@artieshell9205]

@@thechristaft thanks!!

[@Rusty1OO915]

Hey, thanks for the video, will it work on a Ringke Fusion Matte Clear Case? S22 Ultra

[@Skylark1007]

Personally I’m using Ringke’s Magnetic Plate. They do contain actual magnets versus just a metal plate.

[@thechristaft]

I’ll have to check those out.

[@marscandybars]

Does the tail/handle of the spigen make a significant difference with alignment? Is there a benefit with having a halolock that's a full circle vs having a circle that has a gap?

[@thechristaft]

Great question... the handle bar helps with alignment. Some (not all) MagSafe accessories have an extra magnet below the circular magnet to help with alignment to keep the accessory straight on the back of your phone. Thanks for watching!

[@fredriks91]

Inside of the case? Wouldn't that result in opposite magnetic field? I'm considering installing this ON my galaxy s22 ultra. And maybe having a flexible case on top of it

[@thechristaft]

The ESR Halolock ring is actually not magnetic.

[@fredriks91]

@@thechristaft then what's the point of it? I've ordered the spigen one btw

[@thechristaft]

It gives MagSafe accessories something to connect to on cases that aren’t MagSafe.

[@yusifhasan5279]

If I get the ESR does it work with the s22 ultra to make it mag safe compatible

[@thechristaft]

I haven’t used the s22 ultra but the ESR ring will at least provide a place for MagSafe accessories to attach to.

[@yusifhasan5279]

@@thechristaft thanks for replying

[@marscandybars]

Yes will work with Samsung

[@xxxFATALENIGMAxxx]

Is the ESR 360 ring magnetic itself or just metal?

[@thechristaft]

It’s just metal

[@xxxFATALENIGMAxxx]

@@thechristaft Is what I assumed and thanks for answering

[@themagician2008]

@@thechristaft would that effect normal wirless charging then? Or would i still be able to use a normal wirless charger?

[@briantalbott5605]

Do you know if this spigen adapter can be removed from the case after it has been applied?

[@thechristaft]

It’s on pretty solid, but I have successfully removed it. Not without bending it though.

[@briantalbott5605]

@@thechristaft how did you do it?

[@thechristaft]

I just had to pry it off, it left some residue but that came off with orange cleaner.

[@briantalbott5605]

@@thechristaft what did you use to pry it off? I’m not having any luck.

[@thechristaft]

Srry Brian, I may have used something like a credit card or plastic pry tool to get under the edge, but just had to work until it came off, it wasn’t easy

[@pablowhauschildt]

I have a Newdery Battery Case. Would it be compatible? The case is meant for an IPhone 13

[@thechristaft]

So iPhone 13 is MagSafe so it should work. If you are asking if the adapter will stick to the case, as long as it is a flat surface and not fabric you should be fine. Thx!

[@pablowhauschildt]

@@thechristaft I also wanted to know if the ring adapter would be able to also wirelessly charge the battery case. The case supports QI Wireless charging. I use a standard Lightning cable to charge the case but it’s loose due to the case design

[@thechristaft]

@@pablowhauschildt I haven't tested this myself, but the ring will not interfere with wireless charging, so if the battery pack supports wireless charging then the ring shouldn't change that.

[@stryvehd5554]

Am i able to use this on older generation iPhones like the 11 Pro?

[@thechristaft]

You can use it on older iPhones, it won't make them compatible with magnetic charging unless they already are, but what it will do it is make them compatible with other MagSafe accessories like wallets and car mounts.

[@Kimberly-jz2ts]

@@rigpod4821 you seem more knowledgeable than myself so I'll ask you. I have an older note 9, that I know is capable of wireless charging (charger port no longer works so we can only use a wireless charger) with that being said, is there any way that I could achieve the same thing as this video? Like, essentially be able to charge the phone with wireless charger while it's being used? Bc right now we have lay the phone directly on the wireless charger and not use it bc if we pick it up, obviously it's not longer on the charger. I wanna be able to charge the phone and talk or use the phone at the same time of charging. Is this possible? If so could you kinda guide me in the direction of what all I would need? Thanks for your help if you can

[@o.0lll]

Dang i was like what phone that could charge to 105%? It took me like 3 seconds to realized that's the time..... I wanted to stick the magsafe for my android phone just so I can use the phone grip and changed it when necessary 😂 but it seems I couldn't find any information on such

[@R00fk0r34n]

It’s been my experience that…well I purchased the Spigen ring and it was atrocious…fell off within the first 12hrs…fell off at 48hrs and good lord after that…wouldn’t adhere to anything…and that was after proper application and even a press fitment…pretty terrible product but hey, maybe I just got 2 products that were improperly made or something idk…anyway I do like your videos, and so I’ll just have to give the ESR product a spin! Seeing as Spigen let me down 😂👌 I’ll update as soon as I give her a whirl

[@davidSYcho]

How was the ESR?

[@RetroTeddyBear]

Id also like to know if the esr went well

[@appleholic1553]

I'm not a fan of the ring on the outside. To me it looks cheep

[@thechristaft]

I agree it's not the ideal solution, but if it's the only option, it's better than nothing.

[@jacqueshenkelman7200]

My ring is getting extremely hot when charging the phone

[@thechristaft]

Good to know

[@sam-alfa]

Just simply buy an iPhone 🤣🤣🤣

[@thechristaft]

Definitely!

[@mikeross8506]

Will this stick well to a spigen rugged armor?

[@thechristaft]

Not knowing what version you have, it should, asong as the back is flat where you are applying it. It's fine if there is a little texture.