The Pros

There are a number of benefits for using wireless charging, perhaps the most advantageous one being convenience. That, with an added feeling of superiority when you casually place your smart phone on a charging mat and think of your friends still using them dated cables.

Another advantage would be that smart phones and chargers from different manufactures are compatible with many (if not most) wireless charging docks. The only requirement is that both parts – the sender and the receiver – fulfil the specifications.

It’s quicker and easier, as you don’t have to plug and unplug each time – you just place your device on top of your wireless charging pad and voila!

The Cons

Slow performance. One of the reasons that wireless charging has not been fully integrated is that it can still be slower and less efficient than a traditional charger. Having said this, it is important to mention that this factor is technology-dependent.

In addition, the heat generated in certain types of wireless charging technologies is generally higher in comparison with the conventional way of charging.

Though the signal transmitted between your smartphone and the charging station is wireless, it is still necessary to plug the charging station to the wall. Therefore, devices currently available on the market are not portable, and therefore do not allow you to charge ‘on-the-go.’

Conclusion

So there we have it, although wireless charging sounds and looks and seems like a good idea, it’s still way off what we would expect of it. While we’re interested to see how wireless charging methods grow and diversify in the future, we can’t help but wonder how consumers will respond to the limitations present in current designs…

… But of course, rumour has it that the new batch of iPhones (7S, 7S+ and The 8/Edition/Pro/Anniversary) will support Wireless Charging Technology. Below is a mock up of what it may (but probably won’t) look like.

We all know by now that Apple like to show off the best of their abilities. Will they be the ones to crack the issues that surround wireless charging and add another notch to their ever expanding belt of technology innovation?