The Pixel 10 is probably getting Qi2 25W. I just hope Google doesn’t screw it up

by dbadmin | Jul 24, 2025 | Features, Google, Google Pixel, Google Pixel 10, Wireless Charging

Although wireless charging typically isn’t the most exciting thing to talk about with a new Android phone, that’s due to change very soon. On Wednesday, the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) announced its new Qi 2.2.1 specification, which will be better known going...

Wireless Android charging is getting a big upgrade with Qi2 25W

by dbadmin | Jul 23, 2025 | News, Wireless Charging

The WPC has now formally branded its new high-speed wireless charging system as Qi2 25W. We just saw some of the first 25W-supporting accessories get their certifications. The WPC says that “major Android smartphones” will be using the standard, but we’re still...

Samsung could be ditching the S Pen as you know it — for a very good reason

by dbadmin | Jun 25, 2025 | News, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy S26, Samsung S Pen, Wireless Charging

Samsung’s already rumored to be adopting new, active S Pen tracking tech for the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Now a new report claims Samsung will use the same new system on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. While this would result in a thicker stylus, one side effect might be opening the...

Google Pixel Stand (2nd Gen) deal: We’ve never seen it this cheap!

by dbadmin | Jun 20, 2025 | Chargers, Deals, Google, News, Wireless Charging

Credit: Robert Triggs / Android Authority As Android fans, the Google Pixel Stand (2nd Gen) is obviously one of our favorite wireless chargers. It doesn’t often go on sale, and the lowest we’ve seen it go for was $53.93 back in 2022! Today, it’s on sale for just...

I finally found the perfect 3-in-1 chargers for my Google Pixel devices

by dbadmin | Jun 13, 2025 | Chargers, Google Pixel, Google Pixel Buds, Google Pixel Watch 2, Google Pixel Watch 3, Reviews, Wireless Charging

Since the launch of the first Pixel Watch, I’ve been keeping my eye on Amazon, AliExpress, Etsy, and various accessory makers’ sites to see if any of them would release a wireless charger that fits my Pixel phone, Watch, and Buds Pro, but it was slim pickings out...

Google Pixel 10 may fail to live up to our MagSafe dreams, after all

by dbadmin | Jun 12, 2025 | Google, Google Pixel 10, News, Wireless Charging

Google is preparing a range of “Pixelsnap” accessories for the Pixel 10 that support wireless charging. Despite Qi2 support, the phone may require the use of a case to add the magnets needed for alignment. In addition to Google’s own accessories, look for a range of...