Tag: qi
It Sounds Like Apple is Considering Wireless Charging for the iPhone 8
iPhone rumors are never out of season! The latest one suggests that we could see wireless charging on at least one of this year's iPhones. 9to5Mac has noticed that Apple has quietly joined the Wireless Power Consortium, a group that promotes the Qi wireless charging standard. It's bare bones as rumors go, but one figures Apple […]
by Chip Chick February 14, 2017, 9:30 am
Belkin Has Made Wireless Charging Pads Faster
For whatever reason, wireless charging in smartphones hasn't taken off like we thought it would a few years ago. So, what's the holdup? It could be because various standards — Qi and PMA in particular — are still battling it out for dominance, with Qi having more success getting into smartphones and homes, but PMA having more […]
by Chip Chick November 4, 2016, 2:17 pm
Mophie's Wireless Charging Cases for the Samsung Galaxy S7 Series Actually Make Sense
Now that the Galaxy S7 series is official, the floodgates should open for brand-name cases. Among the first is Mophie, which is introducing their first major product since Zagg acquired them for $100 million. Their juice pack line of cases is being updated for the release of the new Samsung phones with a new feature […]
by Chip Chick March 1, 2016, 2:35 pm
PowerKiss Spreads the Love of Wireless Charging
PowerKiss is the name behind a series of wireless charging stations popping up in airports, cafes, and other public places, almost exclusively in Europe (for now). It originated in Finland, and, pursuant to Beyoncé's words of wisdom, strongly suggests that those who like their smartphones put a ring on them.
by Chip Chick February 25, 2013, 12:58 am