MagSafe on iPhone 12 only works full speed with Apple’s new 20W charger
It’s not worth buying a MagSafe charger to use with older iPhones or Android phones because it only achieves full speed when used with an iPhone 12 and Apple’s new 20W charger.
Wireless charging
Apple’s FCC filing indicates iPhone 12 may have inactive support for reverse wireless charging
The filing confirms that the new iPhone 12 models also support a reverse wireless charging function that will be enabled for at least one future Apple accessory.
Apple’s new MagSafe technology found charging at half the speed of the wired solution
Apple’s new MagSafe charger for the iPhone 12 family doubles the wireless charging speed but is still slower compared to the wired solution.
Rumor: Apple to use MagSafe branding for wireless chargers and magnetic iPhone 12 cases
The so-called “MagSafe” and “MagSafe Duo” wireless chargers are expected to feature a fifteen-Watt power output.
Nomad launches new Base Station Pro with full-surface wireless charging
Our friends over at Nomad today announced a new addition to their popular Base Station wireless charging line. It’s called the Base Station Pro, and in addition to the usual good looks, it offers something not found in many charging pads these days: position-less, full-surface wireless charging.
Satechi’s July 4th sale focuses on their comprehensive wireless charging collection
Accessory maker Satechi is taking 20 percent off your purchase of their popular wireless charging accessories through Sunday, July 5.
Leaked image suggests Apple is not ready to give up hope on AirPower just yet
Apple has apparently been able to work around the overheating and interference issues that have been plaguing its early AirPower prototypes.
Rumor: iPhone 12 to stick with Lightning, Apple planning to swap it for Smart Connector in 2021
Unlike the iPad Pro, this year’s upcoming iPhones allegedly won’t be adopting USB-C as Apple plans to go all-in on wireless charging for models coming in 2021.
Unsubstantiated rumor claims Apple is prototyping a revised AirPower charging mat
Despite previously cancelling its multi-device wireless charging mat, Apple is now allegedly prototyping a revised AirPower accessory, but will it ever see the light of day?
Review: Logitech’s new 3-in-1 wireless charging stand for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods
Logitech’s new 3-in-1 dock is a versatile Qi accessory with a stand form factor making it super simple to wirelessly charge your iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods simultaneously.
Nomad announces new Base Station with more powerful Qi coils and additional USB ports
Premium accessory-maker Nomad announced a new version of its popular Base Station wireless charging stand today. The stand, which allows you to charge your iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch, now has more powerful Qi coils for faster and more efficient charging, as well as additional USB ports. We have a full rundown of the new features below.
Watch Apple’s unreleased social ad for the ill-fated AirPower wireless charger
The multi-device wireless charger may have been discontinued, but that doesn’t mean we don’t get to see how Apple was going to market it.
