Is It Possible to Charge Phones Wirelessly?

Did you know that, according to Allied Market Research, the wireless charging market across the globe was valued at over $6 billion in 2018? Additionally, this amount is expected to reach more than $40 billion by 2027, with an expected 22.2% CAGR between 2020 and 2027.

Considering what wireless charging options are becoming so popular these days, such as inductive charging, these statistics come as no surprise.

If you’re looking to find a way to wirelessly charge your phone, you might not be sure what options are out there or how it works. And all the information online can be overwhelming to read through.

That’s why we’ve put together this guide. In it, you’ll learn all about getting your mobile device charged wirelessly.

Finally, you can charge your phone anywhere, anytime, without having to worry about a pesky charging cable. Read on to learn more.

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What Is Wireless Charging?

When you use wireless charging, you’re able to take the power that comes from a power outlet and transfer it to a device, doing so without a connecting cable. The technology used includes a charging pad that transmits power and a receiver.

The receiver is sometimes built into your supported wireless charging device, while other times you attach it to your device.

Technically, wireless charging isn’t completely cable-free, since the pad will be attached to the outlet with a cable.

How Wireless Charging Works (With Inductive Charging)

Wireless charging works through the use of inductive charging. When this happens, an electromagnetic field is created by the electrical current that connects between two coils. The power passes through this current and charges your phone.

This process is also referred to as electromagnetic induction.

When your mobile device’s magnetic plate, or receiver, comes into contact with the powering transmitter, or within its range, the magnetic field creates an electric current that occurs within your device.

After this, your device or attached receiver turns the current into a DC (direct current), which then charges your phone’s built-in battery.

The Wireless Charging Standard

Like with many technologies, there is a standard put in place for wireless charging. The main one used is Qi wireless charging (Qi is pronounced chee). This is a standard that the WPC, or Wireless Power Consortium.

This standard applies to inductive charging that can work within a distance of 40 mm. Qi is the standard used in all KEUTEK wireless chargers.

Many major smartphone manufacturers have adopted this standard. These companies include Blackberry, Motorola, Nokia (HMD), Huawei, HTC, LG, Sony, Apple, and Samsung.

This means that phones such as the Samsung Galaxy and the Galaxy S10 have wireless charging capabilities.

There’s another wireless charging standard, Powermat. This was used by retailers, for example, Starbucks, so that customers would be able to charge their phones while in their stores.

However, Powermat became less popular as compared to the Qi standard, so in 2018, Powermat changed its charging technology so that it would be Qi-compatible.

Power Specifications

There are three different power specifications with Qi, which impact charging speeds and charging capability. The first is low power, which is what’s usually used with mobile devices. The minimum wattage for this charging speed is 5 watts.

However, there is support within different handsets for 7.5, 10, and 15 watts.

Additionally, some newer versions support 30 watts. Keep in mind too that some companies will provide other options so you can charge your phone even faster.

Who Can You Buy Wireless Charging Mats and Wireless Charging Pads From?

Many companies now make wireless charging mats and wireless charging pads. These include Mophile, Moshi, Logitech, Anker and KEUTEK. There’s no need for you to go directly through your phone manufacturer when you have these additional options.

Keep in mind that some of these companies will make models that look more like desk stands, while others will sell ones that are like pads or mats.

Additionally, there are many different places where you can now find wireless charging. Ikea, for example, has furniture options such as lamps and tables that have built-in Qi wireless charging.

Through Ikea, you can also buy phone cases with wireless charging technology as well as simple standalone pads.

Many third-party companies have created mats that can charge all your Apple devices at once, such as your AirPods, Apple Watch, and iPhone.

What About Charging Your Phone in Your Car?

Even though it’s mostly common in top range models, it is becoming more popular for cars to have wireless charging capabilities. Some manufacturers that often include it are Volvo, Toyota, Peugeot, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Ford, BMW, and Audi (including WV).

Can You Charge Your Smartphone Wirelessly?

Phones with wireless charging capabilities include:

• Apple: 13 Pro Max, 13 Pro, 13, 13 Mini, 12 Pro Max, 12 Pro, 12, 12 Mini, SE 2020, 11 Pro Max, 11 Pro, 11, XS Max, XS, XR, 8, 8 Plus
• Blackberry: Priv (and more)
• Google: Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 4, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3
• LG: Velvet, G8 ThinQ, G7 ThinQ, V30 (and more)
• Motorola: Edge+, X Force, Droid Turbo 2, Moto Maxx
• Nexus: Nexus 6, Nexus 5
• Nokia: 9.3 PureView, 9 PureView, 8 Sirocco
• OnePlus: 8 Pro
• Samsung Galaxy: S21 Ultra, S21 Plus, S21, Z Fold 2 5G, Z Flip 5G, Note 20 Ultra, Note 20, S20 FE, S20 Ultra, S20 Plus, S20, Z Flip, Note 10 Plus 5G, Note 10 Plus, Note 10, S10 5G, S10 Plus, S10, S10e, Note 9, S9, S9+, Note 8, S8, S8+, S7, S7+ (and more)
• Sony: Xperia 1 II, Xperia 10 II, Xperia XZ3, Xperia XZ2 Premium, Xperia XZ2 (and more)

However, additional phones with these capabilities are coming out all the time. Additionally, you may be able to attach a receiver so that your phone can charge wirelessly even if it isn’t designed to.

Wireless Charging: The Advantages

Advantages to wireless charging include safety, simplicity, less strain on your phone’s charging port, and having charging availability in many areas. Let’s review each of these in detail so you can decide if this is the right choice for you.

Safety

When you plug your phone into a wall, there’s always a chance that you could electrocute yourself. Additionally, if there are any issues with your cable (it’s frayed, for example), this creates more safety hazards. You don’t have to worry about this with wireless charging.

Simplicity

When you have a charging mat or pad in your home, all you have to do is simply drop your phone on it and it will charge. You don’t have to worry about finding your charger or the best place to plug it into anymore.

Less Strain

If you’ve owned a phone for a long time, you know that you can sometimes wear away the charging port by plugging it in too often. This leads to frustrating issues such as your phone not charging properly. This isn’t an issue with wireless charging.

Charging Availability

Given how popular wireless charging is becoming, many retailers are now providing it to customers. If you’ve left your charger at home, you can easily charge your phone in many places, which can be useful if you’re always on the go.

Wireless Charging: The Disadvantages

The disadvantages of wireless charging include a slower speed, you can’t use your phone while it charges, and not all phones have support for this technology. Let’s review each of these now so you can decide on whether to make the switch.

Slower Speed

Wireless charging won’t charge your phone up as quickly as plugging it directly into power. This is especially the case if your phone has Quick Charge technology. If you’re often in a rush, this charing choice might only be best to use at home when you’re sleeping.

Limits Your Phone Use

Because you have to leave the phone on the charging pad when it’s charging, you won’t be able to use it. By picking it up, you’ll be taking it off the charging area. When your phone is plugged into a wall, you’re still free to use your phone as long as you can reach it.

Not All Phones Have Support

Not all phones have support for wireless charging. Even though some phones can have a receiver attached, not all will have this capability. And even if they do, carrying the receiver around with you is just as inconvenient as carrying a physical charger with you.

Unless you’re planning on buying a new phone sometime soon, buying a new phone only so you can wirelessly charge it is a big investment for a minor reason.

However, as wireless charging becomes more popular and charing pads being to appear in many areas, it might be worth making the switch.

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Need More Information?

Now that you’ve learned about inductive charging and how you can charge your phone wirelessly, you might need more information. Maybe you want to learn about other types of charging technology or about which charger is the best for you if you’re making a switch.

Whatever information you need, we can help. At KEUTEK, we’re experts when it comes to chargers.

We can help you find answers to any questions you may have. We also have a large selection of charger products. To learn more about how we can help you, contact us now.