Categories: News

Duracell creates a wireless charging solution that’s more complicated than wired chargers

Wireless charging is supposed to make life easier. Whenever your device needs to juice up, you can just leave it on a wireless charger without worrying about cables. For devices that doesn’t come with wireless charging built-in, the usual solution is to buy a wireless charging case or a cover with a charging coil built-in. Somehow the guys at Duracell think that’s too complicated so they have introduced something else instead.

What you’re seeing above is the Duracell micro USB Ring which houses the induction charger coil that can be plugged onto any device like a USB OTG thumb drive. While this sounds good for compatibility, the execution of it is rather flawed. To charge on the charging mat, you can probably imagine how impractical it is to position the ring on the wireless charger. Guess what, they actually thought of it and also included in this US$54 (about RM200) solution is a dummy stand so that it can support your device. In terms of support, it only supports PMA wireless charging which is different from the more popular Qi chargers that adopt WPC standards. Apparently its main company, P&G is a member of the Power Matters Alliance (PMA).

A wireless charger that requires 3 separate components? We would rather stick to fast wired chargers any day.

[ SOURCE, VIA ]

Recent Posts

TNB Electron turns on 240kW DC Charger at Yard TNB Mergong, in Alor Setar

TNB Electron turns on yet another EV charging location at one of TNB's own premises.…

48 minutes ago

GXBank on cybersecurity, scams and AI: What really happens behind the scenes to protect users

GXBank recently marked its second anniversary with more than one million Malaysians onboard, cementing its…

1 day ago

Realme C85: World record-breaking “ultra waterproof” phone, but not for the reason you think

Realme has just launched a new budget-oriented mid-range smartphone in Malaysia, the Realme C85 5G.…

1 day ago

sooka’s Gilerrr Streaming Challenge Draws 273 Participants, Clinches Malaysia Book of Records Title

This post is brought to you by sooka. sooka pulled a lively crowd to Pavilion…

1 day ago

Infinix teams up with Pininfarina for future smartphone designs. Note 60 Ultra launching first in 2026

Infinix has just announced its strategic partnership with Pininfarina for its upcoming flagship smartphones, revealed…

2 days ago

Your Proton car can soon be controlled from a Huawei smartwatch

During Proton's Tech Showcase, the national carmaker has also highlighted its digital and connected automotive…

2 days ago

This website uses cookies.