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Satechi’s 3-in-1 travel stand now wirelessly charges your phone at 25W

2026-04-08T11:37:34-04:00

The WPC introduced the Qi2.2 standard in April 2025, but the rollout of faster wireless chargers has been relatively slow. Following companies like Nomad, Belkin, and Kuxiu, Satechi has announced a new charger that supports Qi2.2. The 3-in-1 Foldable Wireless Charging Stand is an updated version of an existing product; the new incarnation boosts wireless charging speeds up to 25W for devices that support it, including iPhone 16 and 17 models and the Pixel 10 Pro XL.

Available now through Satechi's online store and Amazon for $129.99, the 3-in-1 charger is the same price as the older Qi2 version but features an updated design with corners an …

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Razer’s new laptop sleeve wirelessly charges other devices

2026-02-26T14:52:07-05:00

The sleeve can’t charge your laptop. | Image: Razer

Razer has announced an expensive new laptop sleeve that's not made from an exotic animal or encrusted in diamonds. What potentially justifies paying $129.99 for Razer's Laptop Sleeve 16" are the pair of wireless charging pads integrated into its cover flap. While you're out and about, it can protect a laptop up to 16 inches in size, and when you find a remote spot to sit down and work, you can also plonk down and charge your phone and earbuds.

The padded sleeve has a plush microfiber lining and reinforced edges to help absorb some of the shock of an accidental drop, but it's thin enough to stick underneath your laptop to protect its undersi …

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Samsung Galaxy S26 battery pack leak points to Qi2 charging support

2026-01-21T14:30:12-05:00

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It looks like Samsung is preparing to launch a new Qi2 battery pack for the upcoming Galaxy S26, which is rumored to support the upgraded charging standard. A report from Winfuture shows off leaked images of what appears to be the new accessory, outfitted with a magnetic Qi2 charging ring that delivers up to 15W of power, along with a USB-C cable offering up to 20W.

Winfuture suggests that the wireless power bank itself will have a 5,000mAh battery capable of charging at up to 25W. The battery pack also appears to come with an arm that you can fold out to use as a stand. This isn't the first time we're hearing about this accessory; last Dec …

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Nissan is one of the first carmakers to offer magnetic phone chargers in the US

2026-02-27T09:01:51-05:00

Wireless phone chargers are now common in vehicles, but they're typically missing one very useful feature. Nissan announced last month that it will be the first automaker in the US to offer wireless chargers with a magnetic mount, ensuring charging coils remain aligned for faster charging of mobile devices, even while a vehicle is in motion.

The Wireless Power Consortium's Qi2 standard, which was finalized in late 2023, includes specifications on the use of magnets to help properly align the wireless coils in chargers and mobile devices. It was an idea first introduced by Apple with its MagSafe feature on the iPhone 12 lineup, but companies …

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Belkin’s new 3-in-1 charging dock isn’t limited to the Apple Watch

2026-01-02T16:17:49-05:00

As convenient as 3-in-1 chargers can be, the vast majority of them work with a variety of smartphones and wireless earbuds, but only support one wearable: the Apple Watch. That's what sets the UltraCharge Modular Charging Dock that Belkin just announced at CES 2026 apart. Its design can accommodate different smartwatches, but you'll need to supply your own charging puck.

Belkin expects the UltraCharge Modular Charging Dock to launch in "select markets" sometime in Q1 2026 where it will sell for $64.99. That's slightly cheaper than Kuxiu's $80 X40 Turbo that folds up smaller for travel, but like many others, it's only compatible with the App …

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Belkin’s camera grip power bank is a few upgrades away from being a must-have

2025-12-22T09:06:40-05:00

Belkin's Stage PowerGrip has shown me that I should be asking more from a wireless magnetic power bank than just boosting battery life while it hangs off the back of my phone. Its clever design adds layers of extra functionality, and the inclusion of a retractable two-way charging cable expands the number of devices you can charge without always having to remember to pack a cord. It also improves your smartphone's ergonomics when taking photos, but that's one of a few places where the PowerGrip's functionality feels disappointingly limited.

The PowerGrip is much chunkier and heavier than I expected, which turned out not to be a bad thing. A …

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Mmm, Qi donuts

2025-12-12T15:47:08-05:00

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After announcing new Matter-compatible smart home devices and stylish wireless speakers over the past few months, Ikea continues to expand its consumer electronics offerings with three new wireless chargers. They're limited to 15W Qi2.0 charging rates but are well priced and feature designs that look more like home decor accents than traditional tech accessories.

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The definite standout of the new collection is the $9.99 Västmärke wireless charger that looks like a red donut that's just missing frosting and sprinkles. It's made from silicone and its design allows you to wrap up and hide its built-in USB-C power cable. You can use …

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Kuxiu’s magnetic multi-device power bank now has faster 25W wireless charging

2025-11-06T14:46:45-05:00

The K1 Ultra splits and swivels like its predecessor, but now supports Qi2.2. | Image: Kuxiu

Last August, Kuxiu debuted a MagSafe battery that can do more than just wirelessly charge your phone. The company's K1 wireless power bank featured a unique design that split and swiveled 90-degrees to reveal a second wireless charger for the Apple Watch or AirPods. Kuxiu's new K1 Ultra does the exact same thing, but now supports the Qi2.2 standard so compatible smartphones like the Pixel 10 Pro XL and iPhone 16 and 17 series will charge at faster 25W rates.

The Kuxiu K1 Ultra is only available in a 10,000mAh version (the original K1 also had a 5,000mAh option) discounted from $99.99 to $79.99 when purchased through the company's online sto …

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Nomad’s Stand One and Stand One Max add faster 25W wireless phone charging

2025-11-05T10:03:16-05:00

Nomad’s sleek and sturdy wireless charging stands are now Qi2.2-compatible. | Image: Nomad

Nomad has announced updated versions of its Stand One and Stand One Max hubs that now support the Qi2.2 standard for faster wireless charging rates of up to 25W when used with compatible smartphones like the Pixel 10 Pro XL and the iPhone 16 and 17 series. As with previous versions, the new Stand One and Stand One Max are made from a mix of glass and CNC-machined aluminum, so they're both sleek and sturdy. A braided USB-C cable is included, but each requires you to supply your own 40W USB-C charger. According to the FAQ on Nomad's site, the company believes "many people already own multiple power adapters and that providing additional units …

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This magnetic Qi 2.2 powerbank looks like a classic Sony Cybershot

2025-11-06T13:17:17-05:00

When it comes to inventive USB-C accessories with rad designs, nobody does it like Sharge. Now it's following up its classic Mac-inspired chargers, its Braun turntable-inspired battery, and whatever the heck this is supposed to be, with a new MagSafe battery that specifically echoes Sony's classic T-Series Cybershot cameras.

It's called the Icemag 3, and it's a 39.1Wh battery (10,000mAh, if you must) with a built-in 25W Qi 2.2 magnetic wireless charger, a 35W USB-C cable built into its fabric lanyard, optional RGB lighting, an active fan for cooling, and an extra USB-C port for passthrough charging, too.

If you'll recall, tho …

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