Wireless Charging Industry News · Shanwu

21 2026/08

Wireless vs Wired Charging: Which Is Actually Faster? A Real iPhone Test

Many assume wireless charging is just slow. The truth depends on whether you are at 15W or 25W, and how full you need the battery. We compare real test numbers for MagSafe, Qi2 and wired charging, then explain which to use at your desk, nightstand, or before heading out.

21 2026/08

How a Turnkey Module Fueled 600+ Qi2.2 Certified Chargers in Six Months

Qi2.2 magnetic wireless chargers passed 600 certified products in six months. This piece explains the driver: turnkey chip modules from vendors like NuVolta cut small makers' development and certification from months to weeks, pushing magnetic charging from a phone add-on toward an everyday energy interface.

19 2026/08

Accessory Giants Move WPC Certification In-House — the Magnetic Wireless Charger Supply Chain Has Matured

Qi2.2-certified products grew from 69 to over 600 in eleven months. The bigger story is that leaders like Belkin are moving certification testing into their own engineering centers — a clear sign the magnetic wireless charger supply chain has left the pilot phase behind.

18 2026/08

Box Says 15W but Your Phone Pulls 7.5W? The 3-Tier Reality Check Behind Inflated Wireless Charger Wattage

A 15W or 25W label is usually just a peak. This guide uses a POWER-Z meter to break down the three tiers of real wireless charging wattage - label claim, protocol cap, and thermal throttling - with a practical checklist.

18 2026/08

World Wireless Charging Conference Goes Live Aug 20: Three Threads the Industry Is Watching in Late 2026

ChargerLAB's 2026 World Wireless Charging Conference streams online on August 20. In a Q&A format, this piece maps the industry's three late-2026 threads — magnetic 25W going mainstream, the open 50W standard, and tighter EU compliance — plus public-space and high-power growth.

17 2026/08

When to Replace Your Wireless Charger: Warning Signs You Can Spot Months Early

How long does a wireless charger last, and when should you replace it? We cover warranties, what ages inside, the warning signs, and acceptance checks for public deployments.

17 2026/08

Logitech POWERPLAY 2 Charges Your Mouse While You Play: How Continuous Wireless Charging Breaks the Must-Sit-Still Rule

Logitech's 2026 POWERPLAY 2 wireless charging mouse pad keeps compatible mice powered while they move, breaking the 'must sit still' convention of standard Qi wireless charging. This piece explains the principle, its kinship with magnetic wireless chargers, and where else never-stop power is showing up.

16 2026/08

Is That Qi2 Logo Real? 3 Steps to Verify on the WPC Database in 30 Seconds

Qi2 compatible is not the same as Qi2 certified. This guide shows the 3-step WPC database check to confirm a model's Qi-ID and test lab, spot sticker logos and mismatched model numbers, and avoid uncertified pads that overheat and wear your battery.

16 2026/08

EU Tightens the Screws on Wireless Chargers: 0.5W Standby Cap, Non-Compliant Units Banned from 2028

The EU Ecodesign Regulation (EU) 2025/2052 brings wireless chargers under mandatory rules for the first time — 0.5W standby cap, USB-C port required, low-load efficiency floors — fully enforced in 2028. This piece breaks down what it means for exporters and public furniture-integrated charging.

15 2026/08

Do Wireless Chargers Emit Radiation? A Plain-Facts FAQ on Bedside Use, Pregnancy, and Pacemakers

Wireless chargers emit a low-frequency, non-ionizing field at 87–205 kHz, far below ICNIRP's 27 µT public limit, so compliant products are safe. The real issues are heat and certification: choose Qi or Qi2 with UL/CE/FCC marks, and pacemaker users keep their distance.