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Hurry, this blockbuster Black Friday deal on the Mophie Snap+ 2-in-1 wireless charger won’t last long

It's a great wireless charger at any time, but the Black Friday deal just makes it a no-brainer

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Wireless charging has become increasingly popular in recent years, and many modern gadgets support the feature. Charging your devices wirelessly is super convenient, as it helps you eliminate unwieldy cables that make wired charging so cumbersome. To cater to a growing market, a lot of wireless chargers are now available, but if you're looking to snag a high-quality unit for cheap, look no further than the Mophie Snap+ 2-in-1 wireless charging stand and pad that's available right now with an awesome Black Friday discount. The Snap+ 2-in-1 charger is normally listed at $80, but is currently available for just $52 on Amazon after a 35% discount.

JSAUX Cell Phone Stand with Wireless Bluetooth Speaker and Magnetic Wireless Charger
Save 46% on this wireless charging stand that also doubles as a portable speaker

Don't miss out on this fantastic deal on this 3-in-1 magnetic charging stand.

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There are a lot of great MagSafe wireless charging stands but this one from JSAUX takes things to another level by adding a Bluetooth speaker into the mix. Not only do you get a magnetic stand that can wirelessly charge your smartphone, but you can also use the portable speaker to stream all your favorite tunes.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 on white table
Best wireless chargers for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 in 2023

Looking for a Galaxy Z Fold 3 wireless charger? We've picked the best wireless chargers for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Z Flip 3.

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Even if they’re a couple of years old, both the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Z Flip 3 are still popular with Android users. That’s because these devices pack powerful chipsets and the design is still modern, even though two generations of phones have been released since these two made their debut. At XDA, we’re huge fans of the Fold series — you get bang for the buck even with the high price tag, and as long as you handle the device with kid gloves (get a good case), you’re in for a fantastic user experience.

Best wireless chargers for the Samsung Galaxy S22 series in 2023

Using wires to charge phones is so last decade, these wireless chargers are perfect for charging your Galaxy S22 series devices conveniently.

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The Samsung Galaxy S22 lineup may be over a year old, but it still ranks high among the most popular Android phones on the market. All three smartphones in Samsung's 2022 flagship series are now often on sale and packed with awesome features that make them stand out from the crowd. And while they may not support the fastest wired charging speeds, all three devices fully support wireless charging. Of course, we would have preferred faster charging speeds, but the convenience of dropping your phone on a wireless charging pad or placing it on a stand without fiddling with cables can't be overstated.

Spigen 15W wireless charger in white
This Spigen 15W convertible wireless charger is now 50% off for a limited time

A convertible wireless charger that can become a stand or pad is now just $15 for a limited time.

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When it comes to wireless chargers and charging pads, there are a lot of great options available at all different price points. But if you're looking for something a bit of a more unique, the Spigen Convertible Wireless Charging Stand is going to be a great option. The wireless charger can stand up and also lay flat, while providing up to 15W of charging. Although this accessory typically costs around $30, it can now be had for just $15 for a limited time.

Tesla Wireless Charging Platform
Tesla makes Apple's canceled AirPower a reality with its own 30-coil wireless charging pad

Tesla has debuted a 30-coil wireless charging pad that can charge up to three devices simultaneously. It will begin shipping in February 2023.

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It seems like ages ago already, but Apple caused quite a commotion back in 2017 when it announced its AirPower wireless charging pad. The device was unlike anything out at the time, featuring 30 wireless charging coils, giving users the freedom to place up to three devices anywhere on the pad for instant wireless charging. Unfortunately, the device would never make it to store shelves, as Apple would cancel the product citing that it didn't meet its "high standards." Reports at the time stated that Apple couldn't tackle the wireless charging pad's issue with overheating.

Best Samsung Galaxy S21 wireless chargers in 2023

The Samsung Galaxy S21 series boasts of wireless charging, and here are your best wireless charger options for the new device series!

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Over the last few years, wireless charging technology has come a long way. Rather than constantly plugging it into a wall-based power socket, you can just drop and forget your phone on a wireless charging pad and come back to it topped up.

Best TCL 20 Pro 5G wireless charger
Best Wireless Chargers for TCL 20 Pro 5G in 2023

Looking for a TCL 20 Pro 5G wireless charger? We've selected the best TCL 20 Pro 5G wireless chargers on the market with 15W charging.

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The TCL 20 Pro 5G is the only smartphone in the company’s new 20-series that comes with wireless charging. It packs a 4,500mAh battery that supports up to 15W fast wireless charging. While the company bundles a compatible 18W wired fast charger in the box, you’ll have to purchase a wireless charger separately, if you want to use this feature. To make it easier for you to buy a compatible wireless charger, we’ve selected the best TCL 20 Pro 5G wireless chargers on the market.

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Samsung 25W wireless charger spotted at FCC, might arrive with Galaxy S22 series

A new 25W wireless charger from Samsung just passed through the FCC, possibily indicating the Galaxy S22 could charge at that speed.

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We're not too far off from the (supposed) release of Samsung's Galaxy S22 series, which is reportedly set for February, after the rumored release of the Galaxy S21 FE. The phones have leaked many times already, but now we have a look at one accessory Samsung might release alongside the S22: a new wireless charger.

Samsuing Wireless Charger Duo shown along side the Galaxy SmartTag and Galaxy Buds 2
Today only: Get 25% off on the all-in-one Galaxy Buds 2 bundle

Today, Samsung is offering a flat 25% discount on the Galaxy Buds 2 bundle which usually retails for $239.99. Read on.

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Samsung is wrapping up its Discover Samsung event on Sunday with a fantastic deal. Today you can save 25% on all-in-one Galaxy Buds 2 bundle. The bundle, which includes the Galaxy Buds 2, Wireless Charing Duo, and Galaxy SmartTag, usually retails for $239.99. But today, Samsung is offering a flat $60 off on the bundle, bringing the price down to $179.99.

Exclusive: Here's our real-world first look at Realme's MagDart charging

Here's our first look at Realme's upcoming MagDart charger and the Realme Flash. Check out the video to see it in action.

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Apple launched a new MagSafe wireless charger with the launch of the iPhone 12 series last year. The charger made it easy for users to align the charging coil in their phones with the one in the charger, as it magnetically attached to the back of the phone in the correct location. While many Android phones support Qi wireless charging and some work with Apple's MagSafe charger, we're yet to see an Android OEM come out with a similar solution. However, that's set to change soon as Realme is working on a magnetic wireless charger called "MagDart."

Are wireless chargers waterproof? Can I safely use them when wet?

Wondering whether your wireless charger is waterproof or can you buy a water-resistant wireless charger right now? The short answer is no.

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Wireless chargers are gaining mainstream popularity as more smartphone makers launch devices with support for them. There are hundreds of them on the market right now. Consumers looking to buy a wireless charger often have a lot of questions. In this article, we'll try to address one such question - are wireless chargers waterproof? Practically all wireless chargers currently on the market don’t have any kind of water resistance, so the answer is a fairly big "NO".

Qi wireless charger
Can I use a fast charging adapter with my Qi wireless charger?

We answer many of your Qi wireless charger questions, including whether a fast power brick can increase the speed of your wireless charger.

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As more smartphone manufacturers add support for the Qi wireless charging standard in their phones, Qi wireless chargers have become quite prevalent. If you have a phone or accessory that supports wireless charging, you may be considering buying a Qi-compatible charger. Some Qi wireless chargers come with their own power bricks, others don’t. So if you're wondering whether attaching a fast charging adapter to your Qi wireless charger will make it charge your phone faster, the answer is yes and no.

Xiaomi Mi Wireless Power Bank 10,000 mAh
Xiaomi launches its first Wireless Power Bank in India for ₹2,499

Xiaomi has launched the Mi Wireless Power Bank 10000 mAh in India, at a price of ₹2,499. This power bank features 10W wireless charging, and more!

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Xiaomi commands a respectable chunk of the Indian smartphone market, but the company is more than just smartphones. The Chinese company also makes some very enticing smartphone accessories and smart home ecosystem products, all of which have contributed towards making Xiaomi a much more recognizable brand in India. Xiaomi also sells a few different power banks in the country, usually across 10,000 mAh and 20,000 mAh battery capacities. Today, Xiaomi has launched its first wireless power bank in India, with a slew of features that justify its pricing.

Accessories Review: Taotronics, Samsung, Apple, Aukey and RAVPower Earphones, Chargers, Cables, Power Banks, USB Hub, and Storage
Accessories Review: Aukey and RAVPower Chargers, Cables, Power Banks, USB Hub, and Storage

We're taking a look at some popular accessories such as power banks, chargers, cables, USB hub, and SSD from Aukey and RAVPower. Check it out!

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Phone accessories can often be indispensable, especially to power users. Whether by trying to extend battery life or listening to some tunes, you probably use some smartphone accessories regularly, if not daily. From earphones to cables, charging bricks, and power banks, these enhance our smartphone experience by accentuating their pros or diminishing their cons. In this article, we will be taking a look at various phone accessories from Aukey and RAVpower, including chargers, cables, and power banks to help you compare and contrast some of the most competitive products in each category.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Fast Wireless Charger
Samsung tests a new 15W wireless charger for the Galaxy Note 10

Samsung is testing a new 15W wireless charger for the Galaxy Note 10. This will likely launch at Unpacked 2019 alongside the Note 10.

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Just yesterday, Samsung that the Galaxy Unpacked launch event for the Galaxy Note 10 will take place on August 7th. During Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung typically launches more than just their flagship smartphones. Sometimes there are also new accessories, tablets, or smartwatches. Earlier today, a new 15W wireless charger stopped by the FCC, and it could launch alongside the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.

Huawei Mate 20
Huawei Mate 20 and Huawei Mate 20 Pro are official – Triple-Cameras, In-Display Fingerprint Sensor, Reversible Wireless Charging

The Huawei Mate 20 and Huawei Mate 20 Pro are official. Here's the specifications, pricing, and availability for the devices and accessories.

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Jam-packed with features and an eye-watering spec sheet, Huawei unveiled their flagship Mate 20 Pro smartphone and its more modest Mate 20 sibling today. Huawei has done a few things to up the ante to make the Mate 20 Pro stand out. Three rear-facing cameras, a larger 6.39-inch curved OLED HDR display, an in-display fingerprint sensor, reverse wireless charging, and just about everything else on paper is bigger and better.

Google Pixel 3 and Google Pixel 3 XL
The Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are official with Wireless Charging support, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, and Android Pie

The Google Pixel 3 and Google Pixel 3 XL have been announced. Here's the information you need on their specifications, features, pricing, and availability.

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We've seen the Google Pixel 3 leak on the XDA forums (twice), on Reddit, in a cab, in a train, in a Chinese shop, on the Russian black market, but finally, we get to see the Google Pixel 3 and Google Pixel 3 XL for ourselves. Today, Google officially unveiled their latest Pixel flagship smartphones along with a wireless charging dock called the Pixel Stand. Although the many leaks have stolen much of Google's thunder, today's Made By Google event finally puts the rest the endless speculation about the two devices. Here's everything you need to know about the Google Pixel 3 and Google Pixel 3 XL: Google's pair of powerhouse flagship smartphones with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, wireless charging support, a top-tier camera, the latest version of Android Pie, and yes, a notch (on the XL.)

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Future Samsung Galaxy A and Galaxy J smartphones to support wireless charging

Samsung has been making a big push to bring premium features to their mid-range devices lately. Wireless charging could be the next addition.

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Smartphones have improved a lot over the years. That's a pretty obvious statement when it comes to flagship phones, but it's even more apparent in the mid-range sector. What qualifies as a "mid-range" device these days is very respectable, and it just keeps getting better. Samsung has been making a big push to bring premium features to their mid-range devices lately. Wireless charging could be the next addition.

Google Pixel 3 XL Wireless Charging Dock

Google is set to unveil the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL at their annual hardware event (albeit at a different time and place from earlier years.) There's little we don't know about the upcoming Google Pixel 3 XL thanks to pre-production units making their way to the Ukraine and Russia. Even the Pixel 3 XL's smaller sibling, the Pixel 3, recently appeared on camera. We know nearly all the specifications, the design, and even some of the new software features. We've long suspected that the Google Pixel 3 series will feature wireless charging and the latest leaks confirmed the feature. We've also heard about a possible wireless charging dock for the device called the "Pixel Stand." Now, we've managed to activate the special UI in Google Assistant that likely launches when you dock the Google Pixel 3 or Google Pixel 3 XL into the Pixel Stand.

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