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Wireless charging is finally worth using, but only if you know what to look for

MakeUseOf·Brady Snyder·23 days ago
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Published May 9, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT Brady is a technology journalist for MakeUseOf with years of experience covering all things mobile, computing, and general tech. He has a focus on Android phones and audio gear, and holds a B.S. in Journalism from St. John's University. Brady has written for publications like Android Central, Android Authority, XDA, Android Police, iMore, and others. He has experience reporting on major events held by Google, Apple, and Samsung, as well as trade shows like Lenovo Innovation World and IFA.  When he's not writing about and testing the latest gadgets, you'll find Brady watching Big East basketball and running.  Wireless charging is a standard feature on many mobile devices, but the most popular Qi specification went unchanged for more than a decade. The baseline Qi wireless charging spec supports 5W maximum charging speeds, which isn't enough for fast charging smartphones.…

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