Tag: Magnetic Wireless Charging

  • Oppo Unveils Magnetic Wireless Charging for Find X8 and Find N5

    Oppo Unveils Magnetic Wireless Charging for Find X8 and Find N5

    Oppo is slowly disclosing information about its upcoming Find X8 smartphone series, which is set to be launched in China on October 21. Today, Oppo’s product manager, Zhou Yibao, shared new details about the Find X8 lineup on his Weibo account. He also released a video showcasing the magnetic wireless accessories that will be introduced alongside the Find X8 series.

    New Magnetic Wireless Charging Accessories

    Yibao mentioned that the Find X8 series will support 50W wireless charging for all models and will include reverse charging features. He noted that Oppo plans to launch a variety of magnetic wireless charging accessories, such as ultra-slim magnetic cases, portable magnetic power banks, and 50W magnetic chargers. These accessories will also be compatible with devices from other brands, including iPhones.

    In the video, a Find X8 series phone can be spotted at the 17-second mark. It shows that the X8 will require a special case to enable snap-on magnetic wireless charging.

    The Shift Towards Wireless Charging

    Yibao discussed the significance of wireless charging, explaining that its usage was previously limited, with daily active usage rates dropping below 5%. This was largely due to a lack of practical scenarios. However, the rise of new use cases, particularly in the automotive industry, has changed this landscape.

    Currently, over 50% of new energy vehicles (NEVs) in China are equipped with wireless charging pads, and this trend is beginning to extend to traditional fuel-powered vehicles as well. Many owners of older cars are also converting their vehicles to support wireless charging.

    Acknowledging this trend, Oppo intends to make wireless charging a standard feature in all future Find series models, including those in the Find N series. The company is also committed to expanding its wireless charging ecosystem, so stay tuned for more news and updates.

    Upcoming Models and Features

    In addition to the Find X8, X8 Pro, X8 Pro Satellite Communication Version, and Find X8 Ultra, the Oppo Find N5 (known globally as OnePlus Open 2) will also come with wireless charging capabilities. Reports indicate that both the X8 Ultra and the Find N5 / Open 2 are expected to launch in the first quarter of 2025.

    Recently, the Oppo AirVOOC 50W magnetic charger (model number OAAWV08) received approval from Malaysia’s SIRIM authority, hinting that Oppo may roll out its magnetic wireless charging accessories in markets beyond China.


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  • Infinix Note 40 Pro 5G: Android’s First Magnetic Wireless Charging Phones in India

    Infinix Note 40 Pro 5G: Android’s First Magnetic Wireless Charging Phones in India

    Infinix Note 40 Pro series is set to debut in India this April, with a dedicated landing page already live on Flipkart, revealing key specifications for the upcoming Note 40 Pro 5G and Note 40 Pro+ 5G smartphones. Similar to its predecessor, the Note 30 series, which focused on delivering versatile and rapid charging capabilities, the Note 40 series is poised to offer an enhanced charging experience for users.

    Magnetic Wireless Charging Unveiled

    The Infinix Note 40 series introduces 20W magnetic wireless charging technology, along with support for 20W magCharge wireless charging. Magnetic wireless charging facilitates a secure connection, leading to quicker and more efficient charging compared to traditional wireless charging methods. While conventional wireless charging relies on induction technology and demands precise device placement on charging pads, magnetic wireless charging streamlines the process, offering a more user-friendly and seamless experience thanks to its secure attachment mechanism and faster charging speeds.

    Infinix Takes a Page from Apple's Book

    Apple has been at the forefront of magnetic wireless charging with its MagSafe branding, introduced with the iPhone 12 series in 2020. Notably, this feature has been absent in Android phones until now. However, Infinix's upcoming Note 40 series is poised to become the first commercially available Android smartphones to support magnetic wireless charging, as indicated on the Flipkart landing page.

    Features Highlighted for the Note 40 Series

    The Flipkart listing confirms that the Note 40 series will boast 20W MagCharge wireless charging capabilities. Moreover, these models will offer reverse wireless charging, enabling users to charge other compatible devices like phones and earbuds. Additionally, the Note 40 series will incorporate the Cheetah X1 chip, designed for efficient power management.

    While the Note 40 and Note 40 Pro will have 4G variants, it seems that these versions may not be available in the Indian market. Instead, the country will witness the launch of the 5G models, including the Note 40 Pro and Note 40 Pro+, powered by the Dimensity 7020 chipset.