Neowin News Feed for: Qi

Future iPhones and Android phones are getting a big wireless charging upgrade

David Uzondu — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 17:16:01 +0000

The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has announced Qi2.2.1, a new spec that builds on Qi2 to deliver over 50% faster wireless charging. Read more...

Motorola demos its Qi-based remote wireless charging system

Jay Bonggolto — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 13:16:01 +0000

Motorola has shown off its own take on a remote wireless charging system that can charge a mobile device from a distance. Unlike Xiaomi's tech, this type of charger is based on the Qi standard. Read more...

Google Pixel 4 actually supports any Qi wireless charger with up to 11W of power output

Jay Bonggolto — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 04:10:02 +0000

Google's Pixel 4 series was quietly registered with the Wireless Power Consortium shortly after its debut. That means the phones now support any Qi wireless charger with a maximum 11W rating. Read more...

This CHOETECH Fast Wireless Charger Pad is down to only $9.11 with promo code

Steven Parker — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:46:01 +0000

This charging pad offers three modes of charging: at 10W, 7.5W and the standard 5W which means it supports fast charging for iPhones and Samsung Galaxy devices, as well as all Qi supported devices. Read more...

Next iPhone series may support reverse wireless charging and have up to 25% bigger battery

Jay Bonggolto — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 08:32:01 +0000

This year's iPhone models are expected to support reverse wireless charging we've first seen in the Huawei Mate 20 Pro. As a result, the devices may have bigger battery capacities as well. Read more...

You won't be able to charge the new Apple Pencil via Qi technology

Jay Bonggolto — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 07:28:01 +0000

On top of its inability to work on older iterations of the iPad Pro, the second-generation Apple Pencil will not also charge via Qi wireless power technology, as confirmed by Apple. Read more...

Tesla pulls its sleek $65 6,000mAh wireless charger from its website

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 02:06:02 +0000

If you are a fan of Tesla, a new product was revealed, and no, it isn't the rumored 'Model Y'. The Tesla Wireless Charger made its debut but has now been pulled from the site after several hours. Read more...

Apple Watch Series 3 seems to be picky when charging though Qi wireless

Timi Cantisano — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 05:00:01 +0000

If you were hoping to plop down your new Watch Series 3 on your existing Qi wireless charging pad, you might be in for a surprise. Turns out that the new watch isn't compatible with all charging pads. Read more...

Upcoming 'Pi' will wireless charge devices within one foot

Usen Joshua O. — Tue, 19 Sep 2017 04:44:01 +0000

Capable of wirelessly charging up to four devices within a one foot radius, the Pi is based upon the same technology found in the Qi standard and will boast compatibility with existing devices. Read more...

Review: The best of both worlds, Samsung's new convertible wireless charger

Robbie Khan — Wed, 24 May 2017 13:16:02 +0000

The technology behind Samsung's fast wireless chargers hasn't changed at all, but the design is all new, along with premium materials. But is it worth your coin buying the new model? Let's find out. Read more...

Microsoft cuts 56% off this 23-inch Dell monitor with wireless charging base for your phone

Andy Weir — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 17:54:01 +0000

Now $219.99, the Dell 23 Wireless Connect Monitor has a Qi- and PMA-compatible wireless charging pad in its base, and lets you "view and edit content from two devices simultaneously - and wirelessly". Read more...

Apple joins the Wireless Power Consortium; may foretell wireless charging on iPhone 8

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 20:32:01 +0000

Apple recently joined the Wireless Power Consortium, governing the Qi wireless charging standard found on most smartphones, further fueling the rumours that the iPhone 8 too may include it. Read more...

Belkin Boost Up 15W Wireless Fast Charging Pad review

Robbie Khan — Sat, 21 Jan 2017 13:30:01 +0000

They say it is faster than Samsung's fast wireless charging pad, and the AC adapter outputs 12V with 2A of current. Could Belkin's new charging pad be the holy grail of wireless charging? Read more...

Asus reveals professional 4K HDR ProArt PA32U and ultrawide Designo Curve MX38VQ monitors

Ben Moore — Sat, 07 Jan 2017 02:24:02 +0000

The 32-inch ProArt PA32U monitor features a 4K resolution and HDR capabilities, while the curved ultrawide Designo Curve MX38VQ spans 37.5 inches and implements Qi charging in its base. Read more...

Review: Tronsmart's Chocolate is great for wireless fast charging, just don't eat it

Robbie Khan — Sat, 23 Jul 2016 10:40:01 +0000

Tronsmart know power. I am amped to bring you their latest offering into the Qi wireless fast charging arena, the bizarrely named Chocolate. Let's see how it stacks up against Samsung's chargers. Read more...

Choetech T516 Iron: A 3-coil Qi wireless charging stand for all orientations

Robbie Khan — Mon, 04 Apr 2016 08:42:01 +0000

Qi charging has come a long way in the last few years. Choetech's latest Iron looks great, feels great and is priced to compete. But does it deserve a place on your worktop? Read more...

Samsung unveils new monitors that will wirelessly charge your phone too

Andy Weir — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 00:18:01 +0000

Samsung has revealed its new 23.6- and 27-inch monitors that feature an integrated Qi wireless charger in the base, to make it more convenient to juice up your smartphone as you work or play. Read more...

Wireless charging consortiums merge; Qi still odd one out

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 06 Jan 2015 18:46:01 +0000

The Power Matter Alliance and the Alliance for Wireless Power have announced today that they will be merging into a singular entity in an effort to push market adoption of wireless charging technology Read more...

Microsoft debuts wireless charging trousers

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 18 Jun 2014 23:43:42 +0000

Microsoft and A. Sauvage debuted wireless charging trousers at a London fashion show on Tuesday. The new trousers will be available for pre-order from Amazon sometime in the future. Read more...

Wireless laptop charging just took a giant step forward

Shreyas Gandhe — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 16:37:44 +0000

The Alliance for Wireless Power (A4WP) has announced a new wireless charging standard which would allow manufacturers to bring the capability to bigger devices such as laptops and tablets. Read more...

Microsoft joins Wireless Power Consortium to support Qi standard

John Callaham — Tue, 11 Mar 2014 12:59:26 +0000

The Wireless Power Consortium has announced that Microsoft has joined its board, which support the Qi technology standard for wireless charging of devices such as Nokia's Lumia smartphones. Read more...