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technology24 days ago•6 min saved

Samsung Poised to Launch Three Foldables in 2026 with Slimmer Creases and Magnetic Charging

Samsung is rumored to unveil a three-model foldable lineup in 2026 — Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, and Galaxy Z Flip 8 — with refinements such as a 4:3 aspect on the Fold 8 Wide, a smaller front-camera cutout, and the potential for magnetic wireless charging (Qi2). The release window is pegged for mid-2026 (around July), with leaked specs and design tweaks aiming to keep Samsung competitive amid rising foldable competition, though details remain unconfirmed.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#foldables #magnetic-charging #rumors

technology3 months ago•6 min saved

Galaxy S26 Ultra reportedly lacks native Qi2 magnets, trailing rivals

Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra is reportedly not integrating native Qi2 magnets and will require a magnetic case to enable Qi2 functionality, placing it behind rivals like Pixel 10 and iPhone 17 in magnetic wireless charging features.

via PhoneArena|

#magnetic-charging #qi2 #samsung

news3 months ago•5 min saved

Samsung’s 25W Magnetic Charger Emerges for Galaxy S26

Photos leaked of Samsung's 25W Magnetic Wireless Charger for the Galaxy S26 lineup, confirming Qi2 magnet-based charging with up to 25W (likely limited to the Galaxy S26 Ultra) and a USB-C input; the accessory hints at broader magnetic charging possibilities, but Samsung hasn't announced a launch date.

via Droid Life|

#galaxy-s26 #galaxy-s26-ultra #magnetic-charging

technology7 months ago•2 min saved

WPC Questions Nothing's $10M Qi2 MagSafe Cost Claim

The claim that it costs $10 million to add Qi2 magnets to Android phones is false; the Wireless Power Consortium confirmed that the cost is much lower, and the high estimate was likely due to a misunderstanding about licensing and implementation costs. The Pixel 10's use of Qi2 magnets marks a significant update, but the actual costs and licensing are manageable, especially for members of the WPC.

via 9to5Google|

#android-phones #magnetic-charging #pixel-10

technology10 months ago•4 min saved

Kuxiu X97 iPad Mount Transforms Car into Mobile Theater

Kuxiu has introduced a magnetic, mountable iPad stand for cars that charges the device at 18W, is easy to install, and offers versatile mounting options, making it ideal for road trips and enhancing in-car entertainment.

via 9to5Mac|

#car-accessory #ipad-mount #magnetic-charging

technology10 months ago•2 min saved

Anker Unveils Flexible Wireless Car Charger for Dashboard

Anker has launched a new wireless car charger with a flexible, tongue-like arm that attaches to various surfaces using an adhesive mount, supporting magnetic wireless charging for compatible smartphones, and offering adjustable positioning for optimal viewing, available for purchase on Amazon for $59.99.

via The Verge|

#anker #car-accessories #flexible-arm

technology11 months ago•1 min saved

Google Pixel 10 to Feature Qi2 Support and Magnetic Accessories

Google's Pixel 10 may support Qi2 magnetic charging through accessories and cases, but the magnets are likely not built into the phone itself, instead being integrated into first-party and partner cases and accessories, with upcoming products including magnetic chargers and stands.

via 9to5Google|

#google-accessories #magnetic-charging #pixel-10

technology2 years ago•0 min saved

"Hyper Unveils Cutting-Edge Thunderbolt 5 and Qi2 Accessories at CES 2024"

At CES 2024, Hyper, J5Create, and Belkin showcased the latest in docking and magnetic charging technology with Thunderbolt 5 and Qi2, offering 240W charging and 120Gbps speeds, but the lack of compatible Windows laptops and Android phones means there's nothing to dock yet. The anticipation for widespread adoption of this technology, including a "MagSafe for Android," remains high.

via The Verge|

#ces-2024 #docking-technology #magnetic-charging