Interesting, before the iPhone 8 and iPhone X wireless chargers in Rus' it was possible to buy without problems a scattering of brands, models, form factors. Mophie chargers were selling quietly - they were bought a couple of years ago Samsung owners and Qi-enabled mophie cases. Wireless Samsung chargers are also good, and they could also be bought without problems. What is happening now is simply amazing. Come to Apple store in the Central Department Store, you ask for wireless charging, they show you some very strange thing, like a no-name, it costs three thousand, all crooked, oblique. You ask, are there others? But there are no others. Everything is bought very quickly! I pre-ordered mophie from iCover, square, inexpensive - wait three weeks. Shortage! Imagine my surprise when at Heathrow airport I went into a small hardware store, and there they were, both of them, a black mophie, a white Belkin charger: buy it, my friend. Bought. Let me remind you that Apple and mophie chargers were officially recommended by Apple for use with the iPhone 8/X during an unforgettable presentation this year.
Charger
There are two elements in the box - the wireless charging itself and the cable. Of course, I did not take into account one feature: the power supply is firmly attached here and the plug is an English plug, with three legs. Therefore, upon arrival, straight from the taxi I started looking for where to buy an adapter. I found an amazing website Perehodnikoff.ru, where, as it turned out, the owner himself advised me, and the courier arrived the very next day. I took one universal adapter for different countries, there are forks different types, pulled out if necessary, and a special adapter only for an English plug (cost 150 rubles or something like that). The mophie charger in question is called mophie wireless charging base, the packaging is created with all the requirements for products sold in Apple Store, but the product itself is pleasant - there are no sparkles, bright green lights or other hell typical of no-name chargers. Of course, many will be confused by the figure - I paid fifty pounds for the “mat”, that’s 4,000 rubles, plus an adapter. In my defense, I will say that I really wanted this particular charger, and in Russia it costs more.
In progress
In normal life, I use a high-speed power supply for iPad Pro- with it the iPhone charges vigorously. I also connect, periodically, to the power supply from the MacBook - I want to remind you that Apple allows this use case. I immediately decided that mophie would live near the bed, since charging is slow, full iPhone charging X hours in three. There is nowhere to rush at night, so the usage scenario here is ideal: put it on the mat, the indicator on the mophie lights up, sleep peacefully.
In the morning you take off a fully charged smartphone, it’s very good. Charging works great with both iPhone X and Samsung Galaxy Note 8, so, apparently, I’ll buy myself three of these for different rooms - the lack of unnecessary movements is very captivating. Of the minuses of mophie, I will note only one: the rubberized material collects dust well, the white Belkin charger, also recommended by Apple, looks more practical.
Verdict
If you see it on sale somewhere, don’t hesitate to buy it, the charger is smart, the indicator light is well made, cool material, long cable(more than a meter), minimalistic, practical, as it should be, God bless. If you suddenly buy in the USA or UK, don’t forget about the adapter. If you haven’t tried wireless charging, you should start, it’s very convenient, especially when it comes to charging at night.
P.S. People ask me, is the indicator light on all night? Yes, it lights up - but it’s not particularly bright, it doesn’t interfere, and it helps you quickly find your iPhone in the dark. In my bedroom, if the curtains are closed, it’s dark even during the day, so the “firefly” helps a lot.
As you already know, all three new iPhone models support wireless charging. The technology has existed for years Android devices, but if you suddenly don’t know how it works: you just put your phone on the stand, and you no longer need to insert a cable into it.
New apple phones support Qi wireless charging, so they will be compatible with most accessories on the market. We have made for you a selection of the best chargers for new iPhones.
Qi wireless charging uses electromagnetic induction to transfer energy from the cradle to your phone. Chargers contain inductive coils that create their own electromagnetic field, and compatible devices have a coil that can take this energy and convert it back into electricity, thereby charging your device's battery.
There are several nuances. Typically, wireless charging is slower than regular charging, which won't be a problem if you charge your phone at night. However, fast charging with such a device will be inconvenient. Additionally, coasters and mats often become hot during the process. All of the devices we list below have safety features so they won't get too hot. Many manufacturers recommend charging phones without thick cases, which is also problematic for some users.
Mophie - the most universal device for wireless charging. It has been optimized for iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X. It comes with an adapter, which means you don't have to buy anything extra. A system update will be released later this year that will allow devices to charge at high speeds. It's quite an expensive device, but Mophie is famous for making quality iPhone accessories, and Apple clearly agrees.
Anker is another well-known brand that is especially popular on Amazon, where most of the company's products have received a 4+ rating. The stand has 5V/2A and 5V/1A connectors, temperature control, indicator lights LED, etc. Included you will receive a stand, 90cm cable micro USB and an 18 month warranty. This device does not best reviews, but it has a good price-quality ratio.
Spigen charger supports standards fast charging 2.0 and 3.0 and charges devices one and a half times faster than others (10 Watt, 5V/2.0A). The design of the device is very nice and the features include LED indicators and built-in components to avoid overheating. The kit includes a one and a half meter Micro-USB cable.
Belkin is a premium charger at a fairly low price. The company successfully produces other accessories for the iPhone, and Apple even sells them in its stores. The device has Beautiful design and a pleasant-to-touch coating that will prevent your phone from fidgeting and scratching. It has a 1A connector and LED indicators. It also works with Qi cases for phones that don't support wireless charging. The kit includes a Micro-USB cable and 2 adapters.
BOOST UP is a newer and more expensive version of the device above. At the time of writing, only a month has passed since the device was released. However, it made it into our selection due to its reasonable price and features. This is 7.5V charging for new ones iPhone models With green indicator Sveta. What sets it apart is the fact that Belkin has worked closely with Apple to ensure a great experience with the new iPhones. This is the best guarantee.
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Wireless phone charging is one of the latest innovations in the IT field. The ability to charge a smartphone without untangling the wire and searching for an outlet, which until recently seemed like a pipe dream, has become a reality. Increasingly, leading equipment manufacturers are using this convenient technology when creating flagships. Among them are: famous brands like Apple, Samsung, Motorola and LG. Undoubtedly, the number of phones that support wireless charging will only increase. After all, the technology has found an enthusiastic response in the hearts of many users due to a number of advantages.
The most obvious advantage of wireless chargers is, of course, convenience. Eliminating the need to search for a free outlet and untangle the cord saves time. In addition, the technology allows you to charge the gadget without using a charging connector, which will prevent the paint from chipping off the case and other possible troubles. Just put your smartphone on the charging station, and soon the battery will be full. However, this is only so simple for the iPhone and some other flagship devices, which have a special receiver for wireless charging installed in the case. Other phones will require additional accessories, such as a special film, to implement the function.
How exactly does wireless charging work? It transfers charge to the device through electromagnetic induction. Simply put, when you connect a wireless charger to a power outlet, the surface of the charging station generates a small electrical field. To recharge your phone, simply place it in the middle of this surface with the screen facing up. Some of the best and, as a rule, most expensive stations successfully cope with their function even through a smartphone case. However, in most cases, direct contact between the gadget and the charging surface will still be required.
Today, there are relatively few wireless chargers, but their number is growing rapidly, as are the capabilities of devices. In stores you can already find Qi stations with a light indicator showing the charge level, charging stands and even car ones. To help make sense of this diversity, we have selected ten of the most popular and effective devices with good technical data and reviews.
Mouse pad with built-in wireless charging
Country: China
average price: 3,090 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.7
Let's open the category of unusual wireless chargers... with a mouse pad. Yes, yes, you read that right. Our attention was drawn to a rug from the popular Xiaomi. Why clutter your desk with a separate charger when you can combine two useful devices in one device? The design is quite simple - a plastic mouse pad measuring 420x260 mm, a control puck and no distracting drawings. The control wheel is designed to adjust the audio volume on the computer and control the RGB lighting. The base of the mat is made of aluminum – there is no doubt about its reliability. The bottom is covered with non-slip polyurethane.
Finally, about the charging itself. The area for it is allocated on the right side of the rug and is barely noticeable against the general background. The location is convenient - the phone is at hand, but does not interfere with working with the computer. The wireless charging power that supports the Qi standard is 7.5 W, which many even more expensive specialized devices cannot boast of.
Powerful charging for two devices
A country: South Korea
Average price: 4,990 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.8
Most of the devices in this article are intended for “selfish people” - they can only charge one device. The silver medalist is suitable for a family with several devices that support wireless charging, or for gadget lovers. A fairly massive device is made of matte and glossy plastic. The “beds” for the devices are rubber to protect their coating from scratches. The design is typical for Samsung. Note that there are black and white models to choose from.
The docking station supports the Qi standard. This means that you can charge not only Samsung devices(although some of them support fast wireless charging), but also any other compatible devices, including iPhone. One has only to warn buyers - Apple Watch will not charge! That's all samsung watch- no problem. The total power of the charging station is 25 W, which is enough for most devices. We also note that you can charge your smartphone in any orientation – either portrait or landscape.
Wireless charging under wood
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Average price: 2,590 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.8
Over the last century, man has surrounded himself with artificial objects made of plastic, metal, and glass. That’s why we increasingly want to see natural materials around us. Or at least their imitation. For example, Skyway Energy Fast wireless charging can help with this. Unfortunately, the leader of the rating only imitates wood, although it is very natural. In reality, the stand is made of plastic. The buyer can choose from dark and light wood, as well as a black minimalist model.
Charging, as we are already used to, supports the Qi standard. Maximum power - 10 W - a good indicator. I'm glad that you can charge your smartphone in both horizontal and vertical positions. Given the slight tilt of the stand, this allows you to comfortably watch videos or read from your phone. Finally, the manufacturer claims overheat protection, short circuit and emergency shutdown when foreign objects enter the docking station.
Automatic phone fixation
A country: Russia (manufactured in China)
Average price: 3,490 ₽
Rating (2019): 4.7
Let's open the rating of the most expensive and most sophisticated car wireless charging. The average price for this beauty is almost 3.5 thousand rubles. What do we get for this money? Compact in appearance, minimalistic round holder with two side stops. There are two types of fastening to choose from: a suction cup and a latch on the air duct deflector.
But the most interesting thing is hidden inside. To clamp your phone in the holder, you don’t need to press anything - just bring your smartphone to the pad and the side clamps will automatically move and securely clamp your device. There is no magic in this - a simple proximity sensor is used - but how impressive it looks! To release your phone from its tight embrace, simply press a button. The procedure is easy to handle even on the go, with one hand, without being distracted from the road. Wireless charging cannot boast of unique performance. The maximum power is only 5 W, which is not enough to quickly charge modern flagships. But a huge list of smartphones is supported, because Qcyber AUTOMATIC supports the Qi standard.
Best price
A country: Russia (manufactured in China)
Average price: 1,490 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.8
Another one gets a silver medal Car Holder Qcyber. One thing in common with the previous participant is support for Qi wireless charging. Even the power is different - the Gravity model is more powerful, delivering up to 10 W of power. This is enough to quickly charge even flagships with capacious batteries.
Otherwise, total simplification and reduction in cost. No, there are no complaints about the materials and assembly - the plastic and metal parts fit perfectly, but in the box you will not find additional fasteners (there is only a latch for the air duct deflector), and the holder itself does not have any sensors. You won't even find any buttons on the case. Everything is based on simple mechanics and... gravity. We pressed the phone on the bottom hook - the side ones compressed. The more pressure, the better the fixation. This solution makes it possible to simplify and reduce the cost of the design. Yes, and using one hand is quite convenient.
Great value for money
Country: China
Average price: 1,599 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.9
We will give leadership in the category to quality, very comfortable and at the same time sufficient available device from NILLKIN. First of all, the holder attracts attention appearance– no clips or buttons, just a rounded compact platform with soft lighting, which is almost always hidden behind the smartphone. You can secure the device in the car to the deflector grille or any flat surface using well-proven 3M tape. The smartphone itself is held in place by a powerful magnet. Its strength is enough to confidently hold even heavy vehicles on domestic roads. And to secure modern flagships, made entirely of glass, the kit includes a pair of metal plates that are mounted on back cover.
Wireless charging complies with the Qi standard, which means it is compatible with most modern smartphones, including Samsung flagships and iPhone. Power 10 W - phones will charge at about the same speed as with regular wired charging.
Wireless charging with stand function
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Average price: 3,990 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.6
The fourth place goes to a very inexpensive wireless charger from a famous Korean brand. The device is shaped like a phone stand, making it quite practical and allowing you to see the gadget’s screen even while charging. The charging design is quite simple, but still looks stylish. At the same time, there are several color options, which will allow you to choose the option that best suits your interior.
For a mid-priced device, Samsung is quite reliable, but maximum speed is not different. The built-in fan makes wireless charging safe and protects the device from overheating. Some users find it a little noisy, but the presence of a fan is more of a plus than a minus, as without it the phone could suffer from high temperatures while charging.
Best Design
A country: South Korea (produced in Vietnam)
Average price: 4,990 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.7
One of the best creations of Samsung opens the TOP 3 wireless chargers for smartphones. The main advantage of the model, undoubtedly, is its stylish, slightly cosmic design. The charging design is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also practical use. The device can be used not only to charge your phone, but also as a stylish stand. Thanks to this, a charging smartphone can be easily used for Skype calls, watching video content, listening to music and some other purposes for which it is not necessary to hold the gadget in your hands.
It is important that wireless charging from Samsung is equipped with a good and fairly quiet fan, which turns on when overheated, reducing the temperature of the device. A small indicator shows the charging operating mode. It charges quite quickly, although it is slightly inferior to wired charging and the leader in the rating. In general, the model can be called good value prices and quality.
The most compact
A country: USA (manufactured in China)
Average price: 6,990 RUR
Rating (2019): 4.9
New generation wireless charging from the well-known American brand Mophie, recommended for iPhone X and iPhone 8, works great with gadgets from other manufacturers. Versatile and quite powerful, this device is also very compact. The charging height reaches only 1.15 centimeters, and the diameter is 9.7 centimeters. Such small dimensions and weight of 124 grams make this wireless charger very practical and convenient for travel.
Moreover, this Qi station is made of durable and absolutely non-slip material - thermopolyurethane. Therefore, the phone lies securely on the surface and does not slide off when vibrating during a call. The design of Mophie wireless charging is minimalist. The absence of sharp corners and unnecessary parts protects devices from scratches, paint chips and other damage during charging. Availability included network adapter allows you to use charging anywhere.
Best Smart Wireless Charging with Indicator
A country: USA (manufactured in China)
Average price: 2,999 RUR
Rating (2019): 5.0
The leader in the ranking of the best wireless chargers is the most powerful and intelligent device for iPhone, including latest models, and other Qi-enabled devices. Boost Up charging is considered elite not only because of its rather high cost, but also because high level comfort. The presence of an LED indicator allows the user to easily understand whether the device is turned on and also monitor the battery level.
Another significant advantage of this wireless charging is a power of up to 7.5 W and a strong enough field to charge the phone directly in a case up to 3 millimeters thick. The device is equipped with one of the best induction coils, thanks to which it charges gadgets 1.5 times faster than analogues. In addition, it is absolutely silent and safe. A special security system will instantly turn off the power if foreign objects enter, overheat or overload.
Apple iPhone 8 and 8 Plus look very similar to their predecessors, but the materials used in the base of the case are radically different. Last year's iteration of the flagships featured an all-metal design, while the current iteration features glass panels on both sides.
We will not discuss which of these is more practical in everyday use. Instead, let's touch on the topic of wireless charging, which appeared in both new products. Apple. Since the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus do not come with a wireless charger, we decided to find the 6 most interesting deals available for purchase right now.
It is worth noting that all of them support the widespread Qi (Qi) standard and have a power of at least 7.5 Watts, which is required for fast charging of iPhones. Fast wireless charging is not yet available, but will be available soon with a software update.
In fact, these wireless charging solutions will also work for the iPhone X, which will be available in November.
Mophie has released a Wireless Charging Base specifically for the iPhone 8, 8 Plus and iPhone X, which means this adapter is optimized for charging them. It is a small round panel with an induction coil in the middle.
In order for the phone to charge, you need to place it exactly in the center - this means that its top and bottom parts will be outside the surface of the adapter.
The materials used correspond to the high price of the device. The surface was rubberized so that the charging smartphone did not try to slip out of the small surface. Overall, the robust design provides good security for both the iPhone and the user. A system is integrated inside that prevents the panel from overheating during the charging process.
The price of Mophie Wireless Charging Base with a power of 7.5 Watts is approximately 3,500 rubles.
Samsung began equipping its smartphones with inductive charging quite a long time ago, so it has already learned how to produce good wireless stations. The adapter with model number EP-PG950 has several advantages over the previous proposal.
Firstly, it has a foldable design that allows the device to either be placed facing the user or laid down in a conventional manner. Secondly, the declared power is much higher, which in theory should increase wireless charging speed.
The South Korean manufacturer uses premium materials that feel like leather. In fact, this is a type of plastic that is resistant to external influences. The body is also made of durable plastic. Unfortunately, the price of the EP-PG950 is steep - 4990 rubles from official retailers.
This is a more affordable offering from Samsung. The EP-PA510 model is much simpler and is a monolithic rectangular panel. Its surface prevents the device from slipping and does not get dirty - the material is practical.
Unfortunately, the kit does not include the power supply itself and the cable. The manufacturer assumes that the user will use the supplied adapter with a charging cable.
Coming with iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus charging device have low power, so you will have to buy this unit additionally to charge faster or use it as is. Leaving the standard set, get ready for the smartphone to charge all night.
Nillkin Car Magnetic Wireless Charger II is a completely ordinary car holder that can charge the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus wirelessly. This is a very convenient solution, since it almost completely deprives us of fiddling with cables.
The downside of this device is the way it holds the smartphone, as the user will have to stick a mount on its back cover. As expected, it comes included. The Wireless Charger II outputs 5 volts and 2 amps, which is very good.
The price of Nillkin Car Magnetic Wireless Charger II is 1950 rubles.
Belkin has released its own induction charging specifically for iPhone release 8 and 8 Plus (as well as iPhone 10) to market. Like the Mophie product, it can be purchased on the official Apple website. The price, unfortunately, is not encouraging - 60 dollars or 3,500 rubles.
This solution is equipped with a special LED indicator that notifies you of the charging process. Basically, you need to know that if it's lit, then everything is fine. Naturally, the kit includes a charger unit, the power of which will be more than enough for fast charging.
Alas, some of these products will not appear on sale in Russia any time soon. And when this happens, prices will be extremely high. Fortunately, major manufacturers will catch up soon and release their own wireless chargers for the iPhone 8/8 Plus.
