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Most top smartphones, smartwatches, and wireless earbuds are compatible with wireless charging and use the Qi standard to allow functionality. The Qi standard was introduced in 2008, and the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) announced a successor called Qi2 to address minor issues with existing charging tech.
Does the OnePlus 12 support Qi2 charging?
The latest flagship from OnePlus packs top specs, but does it include Qi2 support?
OnePlus is kickstarting 2024 with its latest flagship, the OnePlus 12. Taking on the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, the Google Pixel 8, and some of the best Android smartphones around, the OnePlus 12 packs top-of-the-line internals, a larger and brighter display, a longer lasting 5,400mAh battery, and fast 80W wired charging.
Does the Motorola Edge (2023) have wireless charging?
Should you buy a wireless charger for the Motorola Edge (2023)?
Motorola, of late, seems to have mastered the art of coming up with great "alternative" devices. Take the case of the Motorola Edge+ (2023), which is widely recognized as a capable alternative to the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Google Pixel 8.
Does the Google Pixel 8 Pro have wireless charging?
You want to wirelessly charge the Google Pixel 8 Pro, but is it possible?
Google's 2023 flagship smartphones have burst onto the scene. The more expensive of the two — the Google Pixel 8 Pro — brings in several improvements over last year's Pixel 7 lineup, including better cameras, a brighter display, and a bucket load of AI-powered features, including Best Take and Audio Magic Eraser.
When shopping for a smartphone, the first thing most people turn to is the specs sheet. With designs so similar — give or take a foldable — knowing what makes a specific Android phone tick is the best way to pick what's right for you. Some features, like ultra-wide lenses or high-refresh rate displays, are basically a given, while others, like top-tier chipsets and UWB, are usually only found on high-end flagships.
Do the Samsung Galaxy Buds FE have wireless charging?
The Galaxy Buds FE are shaping up to be a high-quality mid-grade option, but can you charge them wirelessly?
Samsung’s FE (Fan Edition) line of devices is intended to deliver high-quality experiences, focusing primarily on what users want at competitive pricing. While revealing the Galaxy S23 FE smartphone and the Galaxy Tab S9 FE models, Samsung also officially unveiled the Galaxy Buds FE. With FE devices, Samsung is finding a balance between cost and features, and it’s evident with the Galaxy Buds FE which aspects the company was willing to leave behind in favor of a lower price tag.
Do the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds have wireless charging?
Bose makes pricey buds, and their accessories are no different
We recently reviewed the new Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds, and there's a lot to like — these are some of the best wireless earbuds around. New features, like the Immersive Audio option, promise a unique listening experience akin to the spatial sounds you get from a quality two-speaker setup. Unsurprisingly, Bose nails the ANC and the buds boast the deep, low-end sound many of us love. But, what's also unsurprising is the high price. And at $299, you'd expect to see some nifty extras, like wireless charging.
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Which Motorola phones have wireless charging?
Wanna ditch the wires? These Motorola phones can charge wirelessly with the right technology
Wires are the bane of the technology world. They make otherwise sleek and stylish technology look clunky and outdated, tethering these innovative devices to the past like a ball and chain. However, many recent smartphones have wireless charging functionality, and Motorola is starting to get with the program on more of its devices. While far from perfect, wireless charging has become an important feature that smartphone buyers are interested in. Motorola has been busy with releases in 2023 and has made strides regarding wireless charging. So, which Motorola phones have wireless charging?
The Pixel 8 Pro might pack some notable hardware improvements over the 7 Pro, but support for Qi2 wireless charging is not one of them, leaving the 8 Pro stuck with traditional wireless charging.
Does the Motorola Razr (2023) have wireless charging?
Motorola's Razr (2023) offers a flip phone experience with modern features, including wireless charging, but it's disappointingly slow
Motorola may not be the most popular pick for foldable phones, but that could change with their impressive range of recent smartphones.
Does the Google Pixel 8 have wireless charging?
The Google Pixel 8 looks set to impress with a wealth of great features, but how does it handle wireless charging?
The Google Pixel 8 has officially arrived. It's undoubtedly one of the best Android phones around, improving from the standard set by the Pixel 7. The phone ships with an all new Tensor G3 chipset and adds a wealth of improvements to existing features (Photo Unblur, Magic Eraser, etc.) and a bevy of new ones, like Audio Magic Eraser and Best Take.
Do the Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds have wireless charging?
The Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds are here in spectacular fashion, but can they charge wirelessly?
Sony's newest earbuds, the WF-1000XM5, offer a wealth of updates to the already spectacular noise-cancelling buds from the outlet. The WF-1000XM5 earbuds are 25 percent smaller and 20 percent lighter than their predecessors while still having industry-leading technology and sonic depth.
Galaxy S23 FE listing appears on Wireless Power Consortium site
Another day, another all-but-confirmation leak about the budget Samsung phone
Back in 2008, the Wireless Power Consortium was formed to promote the universal and widespread usage of a wireless charging standard among all types of phones. That led to the creation of the Qi standard, which is a form of power transfer that most of the best wireless chargers are using today. It seems like someone made a slight mistake on the Wireless Power Consortium website, however, as a listing for the all-but-confirmed Galaxy S23 FE has appeared.
Does the Google Pixel 7a have wireless charging?
Google finally brings its A-series phones into the future
Google recently announced the newest addition to its mid-range phone lineup, the Google Pixel 7a. Building off the foundation it has created with previous releases, like the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, the Pixel 7a offers a few new features that haven’t been available in the A-series Pixel phones up to now. One of the biggest additions is the ability to wirelessly charge the Pixel 7a.
How to charge the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 without a charger
Galaxy Watch 4 battery about to die? Top it up without a charger with this neat trick
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is one of the best smartwatches on the market. As we pointed out in our review, it has a major shortcoming when it comes to charging. It doesn't officially support the Qi wireless charging standard and instead uses a WPC-based charging technology. Still, some people have charged it with a Qi wireless charger without the method being dependable. There's no guarantee it will work for you.
MagSafe tech is officially coming to Android phones
The Qi2 standard wireless charging standard has gone official at CES 2023
The best Android phones and wireless earbuds feature Qi wireless charging. Developed by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC), the standard ensures your device can be topped up using any wireless charger without any compatibility issues. Finalized in 2010, the Qi standard is outdated now, which has led many smartphone manufacturers to come up with their solutions. They all suffer from the same issue, though: the device must align properly on the charging pad for the charging to start. Apple solved this problem with its MagSafe technology, which the WPC is now using as a base for Qi2.
New wireless charging standard wants to refuel your devices from across the room
The AirFuel Alliance has released its wireless charging standard a few years after its inception
The confusion over wireless charging was slightly reduced several years ago when the Alliance for Wireless Power and the Power Matters Alliance merged to create the AirFuel Alliance. That industry shakeup meant that the Wireless Power Consortium, the group behind the Qi standard, was left with only one rival to beat. And it has done so successfully in the years since, owing to the AirFuel Alliance's lack of a market-ready wireless charging standard, but that is changing today. The trade group has released the AirFuel RF standard for wireless power transfer.
I am stuck on MagSafe, because MagSafe isn't stuck on my phone
Why haven't more Android manufacturers taken this idea from Apple?
As much as every smartphone manufacturer may see Apple as their rival, both iOS and Android pull inspiration from one another. It's no secret that recent versions of the iPhone's software have cribbed from Android. Often times, when Apple tries to do its own thing — like with its always-on display or notifications — the implementation falls flat on its face. Likewise, we've seen Google follow Apple's lead on a few concepts as well. And as much as you might want to call out copying, these moves can result in refined or evolved versions of the original implementation. But there's one feature that Android phones from the Pixel 7 to the Galaxy S22 have yet to steal: MagSafe.
Android 13's wireless charging bug is ruining one of the only reasons to buy a flagship Pixel
No wireless charging? What is this, an A-series device?
Android 13 is built on the concept of adding some much-needed stability and improvements to last year's complete overhaul. For the most part, we're pretty impressed with what Google's brought to the table this year, but as usual, a handful of bugs have appeared in an otherwise quiet launch. On top of some RCS issues and at least one bricked phone, numerous reports surrounding wireless charging issues on Pixels are starting to pop up on Reddit.
Five obscure beginnings to some of our favorite smartphone features
They've been around longer than you'd think
Many features we now consider standard equipment for our smartphones weren't so common a few years ago. Looking into the origins of some of them can be surprising for several reasons: sometimes they're older than expected, more recent than you remember, or originated in a device you've never heard of before.