Wireless Charging Explained: Everything You Need to Know

Wireless charging is the future of providing power for all of your devices. While it is widely available on new devices, wireless charging is still a new technology that will only continue to grow. Here’s everything you need to know about wireless charging before you ditch the cables and take the leap.

How Wireless Charging Works

Wireless charging is so convenient that it often feels like magic. The science behind wireless charging is actually much simpler than a silly spell. Whether you are using an inductive charger or a resonant charger, wireless charging utilizes the concept of electromagnetic induction to charge your device. Here’s how it works:

1.Your wireless charger has a coil in the charging pad that draws alternating current from an outlet or other power source. The AC running through the coil creates a magnetic field on the charging pad of your device.

2.When you place your device on the charging pad, the receiver coil in your device triggers a sensor in the wireless charger. When that sensor is triggered, the charging pad begins to input AC into the coil and the magnetic field is activated and electro-magnetic induction starts between the charger and your device.

3.The electromagnetic field that is emitted from your charger makes the electrons in the receiver coil start to move very fast around the coil.

4.This movement of electrons creates a direct current of energy which charges the battery in your device.

What is Qi charging?

You may have seen the term Qi charging on your devices or in the news. Qi charging is the industry standard when it comes to inductive wireless charging. Developed by the Wireless Power Consortium, Qi charging helps regulate wireless charging across the industry to ensure that your products are safe and efficient. Wireless charging manufacturers must have their products tested in independent labs and meet a standard list of specifications before they are given a Qi certification. When a product is certified as using Qi charging, you can be sure it is up to the industry standard in safety, efficiency, and reliability.

The Types of Wireless Chargers

· Inductive – Inductive wireless charging requires the charging pad of your wireless charger and the receiver coil in your device to be in direct contact to ensure that the coils are properly aligned. Inductive chargers are often much more efficient.

· Resonant – Resonant wireless charging uses a much wider magnetic field and tuned coils. This means that your charger and device do not have to be touching for them to charge. While resonant charging allows for greater freedom and the ability to charge multiple devices, the technology is not widely available in most common devices.

Wireless Charging Benefits

Wireless charging is becoming more available on a variety of devices. If you have yet to make the switch, here are some of the most convincing benefits of wireless charging.

· It’s Convenient – Wireless charging is by far the most convenient and efficient way to charge your devices. Nothing is easier than simply setting your phone down on the charging pad. Using wireless chargers at your desk or workspace can help you keep your battery charged up all day long.

· It’s Organized – Say goodbye to long and obnoxious charging cables all over your desk or bedside table. If you have multiple devices each with their own cord, your space can become tangled and unusable. Wireless chargers make it easy to keep your charging organized and free of clutter.

· It Reducers Wear and Tear – Repetitive inserting your charging cable into your charging port can cause damage over time. The connection points can become scratched and damaged rendering your devices unable to charge. Wireless charging reduces general wear and tear by removing this repetitive action.

· It’s Compatible – One wireless charger can often charge all of your different devices. Gone are the days when you need three different types of charging cables to charge your phone, headphones, and smartwatch. The compatibility of a wireless charger makes it a great choice to replace traditional wired charging.

· It’s Faster – In some cases, wireless charging can be faster than traditional cables. Both MagSafe and Qi charging options can charge your device quickly and safely which means you won’t miss out on life while you wait around for your devices to charge.

· It’s Versatile – Wireless chargers often allow you to charge multiple devices at once. Unlike a single charging cable, one wireless charger can charge your phone, earbuds, and smartwatch all at one time.

· It’s Safe – Thanks to Qi charging and global regulations, wireless charging is safe. Most devices and chargers have built-in safety features to reduce overheating. Traditional charging cables often lack the safety features that are required in wireless chargers. Keep you and your family safe from fires and explosions with the safer option of wireless charging.

· It’s Affordable – How many times have you misplaced your charging cable and have had to run out to buy a new one? If you have multiple devices that use a variety of different cables, this probably happens to you far too often. A wireless charger might cost slightly more than a cheap charging cable, but you are far less likely to lose it. Add that to the fact that a wireless charger can replace multiple charging cables, and it is easy to see how wireless charging is more affordable in the long run.

Take Advantage of Wireless Charging with Pisen

Wireless charging will soon be the industry standard for cell phones, wireless earbuds, smart watches, and smaller computing devices like tablets. The benefits of wireless charging are too good to ignore. It is time to make the switch.

Pisen’s 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand can help you get the most out of wireless charging. With two charging pads, you can charge multiple devices at once. Don't get tied down by charging chords and slow charging. Make the switch to a safe, powerful, and convenient wireless charger from Pisen.