Wireless Power Consortium

mophie receives CES 2024 Innovation Award for the Qi2 snap+ powerstation mini with stand

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Monday, January 8, 2024

The snap+ powerstation mini with stand ($69.95 MSRP) is the next generation mobile power solution from mophie, transforming the way users charge smartphones, smartwatches, and true wireless earbuds on-the-go.

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  • The snap+ powerstation mini with stand ($69.95 MSRP) is the next generation mobile power solution from mophie, transforming the way users charge smartphones, smartwatches, and true wireless earbuds on-the-go.
  • The snap+ powerstation mini with stand is housed in an ultra-slim chassis with the signature mophie LED array for real-time battery life indicator.
  • The new snap+ powerstation mini with stand is part of a larger Qi2 technology roadmap update from mophie, which also includes:
    snap+ 3-in-1 stand ($129.95 MSRP) - Combining versatility and elegance, the snap+ 3-in-1 stand charges your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch simultaneously.
  • The mophie snap+ powerstation mini with stand, snap+ 3-in-1 stand, and snap+ wireless charging vent mount will be available in March on mophie.com and at select retail stores.

WPC To Build On Successful Qi2 Rollout, Announces Pending Ki Standard Launch

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

The WPC introduced Qi2 (pronounced ‘chee two’) at the 2023 edition of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and quickly garnered widespread industry praise and acceptance.

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  • The WPC introduced Qi2 (pronounced ‘chee two’) at the 2023 edition of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and quickly garnered widespread industry praise and acceptance.
  • “The pace of Qi2 adoption has been unprecedented,’ said Paul Struhsaker, Executive Director of the WPC.
  • Prototype appliances using the Ki standard at trade shows have illustrated the benefits of a Ki Cordless Kitchen, including convenience and safety.
  • See demonstrations of Qi2 products, the Ki Cordless Kitchen, and e-bike wireless charging at the Wireless Power Consortium’s CES booth # 53846 in the Venetian Expo Smart Home section.

STMicroelectronics collaborates with indie Semiconductor to enhance in-car wireless charging privacy and security

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

ST also revealed its collaboration with indie Semiconductor (Nasdaq: INDI), a pure-play automotive semiconductor company, to integrate the new secure element in indie’s Qi wireless in-car charging reference design.

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  • ST also revealed its collaboration with indie Semiconductor (Nasdaq: INDI), a pure-play automotive semiconductor company, to integrate the new secure element in indie’s Qi wireless in-car charging reference design.
  • ST’s new IC enables in-car charging to meet the latest Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) specifications, which call for protection by a secure element.
  • Customized for Qi charging at ST’s factory, the STSAFE-V100-Qi also supports secure boot, secure storage, and secure software update.
  • Developed by the Wireless Power Consortium, Qi is an open, universal interface standard for wireless power transfer using inductive charging.

mophie Unveils Exciting Qi2 Technology Roadmap at IFA

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Friday, September 1, 2023

SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- mophie® , a leading brand in power, today announced its highly anticipated Qi2 technology roadmap of products designed to elevate the wireless charging experience for consumers worldwide.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- mophie® , a leading brand in power, today announced its highly anticipated Qi2 technology roadmap of products designed to elevate the wireless charging experience for consumers worldwide.
  • These products will support the Qi2 wireless charging standard announced by the Wireless Power Consortium in January 2023.
  • "We are excited to introduce the next evolution of wireless charging technology with our Qi2 roadmap," said Matt DiPrimio, director of product management at mophie.
  • Each product will include a two-year manufacturer’s warranty.1 Stay tuned for more updates and information on mophie's Qi2 technology roadmap by following mophie on Facebook , Instagram , and X , and by visiting mophie.com.

WPC To Establish Standards For Rapidly Expanding Light Electric Vehicle Sector

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC), the leading global standards development organization for wireless power standards, is turning its attention to the emerging and rapidly expanding Light Electric Vehicle (LEV) market for its next wireless charging standard and to provide consumers and manufacturers alike with improved safety and convenience.

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  • The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC), the leading global standards development organization for wireless power standards, is turning its attention to the emerging and rapidly expanding Light Electric Vehicle (LEV) market for its next wireless charging standard and to provide consumers and manufacturers alike with improved safety and convenience.
  • The WPC recently announced its new global standard for mobile devices with the Qi2 standard and will be launching its Ki standard for cordless kitchen appliances in 2024.
  • The growing popularity of eBikes and electric scooters and the lack of a global charging standard for their rechargeable lithium-ion batteries is an opportunity for the WPC to apply its expertise to establish a universal wireless charging standard that ensures safety, convenience, and interoperability.
  • “A lack of a charging standard for this sector can easily lead to poor user experience and significant safety issues such as fires.

Anker Innovations Unveils Series of Stylish, Powerful Products From its Portfolio of Technology and Lifestyle Brands at IFA 2023

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

BERLIN, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anker Innovations , a global leader in consumer technology products, today announced a new lineup of products from its broad brand portfolio including Anker charging, Anker SOLIX, soundcore and eufy Security and MACH to kick off the IFA 2023 trade show.

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  • BERLIN, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anker Innovations , a global leader in consumer technology products, today announced a new lineup of products from its broad brand portfolio including Anker charging, Anker SOLIX, soundcore and eufy Security and MACH to kick off the IFA 2023 trade show.
  • Today Anker is also excited to unveil the next generation of it's 15W MagGo wireless magnetic charging series.
  • As a special thank you to our loyal consumers, Anker Innovations is offers a trade-in program for broken charger and cables during IFA.
  • They will be replaced with a new Anker charger or charging cable at no cost at the Anker Innovations booth (H3.2-201) while supplies last.

China Passenger Car Mobile Phone Wireless Charging Research Report 2023: High-power Charging Solutions will Lead with Installations to Hit More than 10 Million Units in 2026 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, August 14, 2023

The automotive mobile phone wireless charging module is an integrated device that uses wireless charging technology to charge a mobile phone in the vehicle.

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  • The automotive mobile phone wireless charging module is an integrated device that uses wireless charging technology to charge a mobile phone in the vehicle.
  • At present, mainstream mobile phone wireless charging solutions use electromagnetic induction technology to charge a mobile phone as per the Qi Standard created by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC).
  • In the future, more models will be equipped with high-power wireless charging modules, and wireless charging solutions for continuous and stable charging during driving.
  • At present, the Qi Standard-certified electromagnetic induction charging solutions are the mainstream automotive mobile phone wireless charging solutions.

China Passenger Car Mobile Phone Wireless Charging Research Report 2023-2026 Featuring 10 Domestic Vendors and 9 International Vendors

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

DUBLIN, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "China Passenger Car Mobile Phone Wireless Charging Research Report, 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "China Passenger Car Mobile Phone Wireless Charging Research Report, 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The automotive mobile phone wireless charging module is an integrated device that uses wireless charging technology to charge a mobile phone in the vehicle.
  • At present, mainstream mobile phone wireless charging solutions use electromagnetic induction technology to charge a mobile phone as per the Qi Standard created by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC).
  • 2.1.2 Market Data: Wireless Charging Module Installations/Installation Rate of Models with Varying Power, 2021-2022
    2.1.3 Market Data: Wireless Charging Module Installations/Installation Rate of Models with Varying Price, 2021-2022
    2.1.4 Market Data: Mobile Phone Wireless Charging Modules of TOP20 Passenger Car Models in China, 2022

Wireless Power Consortium Approves Release of the Qi2 Standard

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has released the Qi2 standard with the approval of the Qi v. 2.0 Interface Specification by its Board of Directors.

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  • The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has released the Qi2 standard with the approval of the Qi v. 2.0 Interface Specification by its Board of Directors.
  • The release of the standard paves the way for WPC to establish it Qi2 Certification Program, enabling member companies to certify products as compatible with the standard.
  • The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) announced its intention to release the new standard at CES 2023, where it received three Best of Show awards from popular tech media publications.
  • Now formally released, the new standard will unify the industry under one global standard and provide consumers with enhanced convenience and efficiency for mobile devices and wearables.

New Qi2 Standard for Wireless Devices Ensures Enhanced Consumer Convenience and Efficiency

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023

The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) will introduce a new wireless charging standard to unify the industry under one global standard and provide enhanced convenience and efficiency for mobile devices and wearables.

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  • The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) will introduce a new wireless charging standard to unify the industry under one global standard and provide enhanced convenience and efficiency for mobile devices and wearables.
  • The Qi2 standard will be introduced later this year by the global consortium and will offer millions of consumers who rely on wireless charging a better user experience.
  • The WPC is a global body dedicated to the creation of standards to ensure safe, efficient, and interoperable wireless charging and wireless power.
  • Qi2 will be the global standard for wireless charging and provide consumers and retailers with that assurance.”
    WPC member, Apple®, provided the basis for the new Qi2 standard building on its MagSafe® technology.