Belkin Introduces BOOSTUP Wireless Charging Dock With iPhone XS/XS Max/XR and Apple Watch Series 4 Compatibility

[Indonorsk]

I have the old Powerhouse as well. This does not look good. I’m wondering what Apple changed for MFi standard.

I think this is going to create a lot of confusion if Apple indeed changed something.

Agree! Although I just tried it again and it now seems to be working?! A little confused and worried to keep it plugged in over night though.

 

[FourDegrees]

Bestand 2 in 1 for $38 on Amazon. I had this since January and it works great.

Me too. My only gripe is having the two cables coming out. Not much of a drama as they simply plug into a multi-USB plug. It's way better value than the Belkin offering.

 

[sinsin07]

I just tried charging my iPhone XS Max on the current generation powerhouse that I’ve been using on the X and it sadly doesn’t charge. I don’t know why so would be interesting to hear the reason but frustrating as it means I’ll need to replace it with a more expensive one that comes out in 3 months ... may resort to something else.

They are taking a page from another tech manufacturer...planned obsolescence?

 

[lederermc]

Today: $18.98

 

[cwanja]

I just tested my $29 Ravpower wireless charger with my Xs - no issues. Looks like I will just keep this one. Does 7.5w no issues.

 

[anson42]

This does not look good. I’m wondering what Apple changed for MFi standard.

I think this is going to create a lot of confusion if Apple indeed changed something.

I agree, that would be a very bad move. I can say that my Xs Max charges well on the cheap Choetech charger and a built-in charge pad on my TaoTech lamp just fine, the two wireless chargers I was using with my X. Maybe it's a poor placement of charge coil that no longer works with the Max? Does it work with the phone in landscape mode or if held in such a way as to get the coil to charge the Max? If not, I would blame Belkin since the cheap wireless chargers out there work.

 

[Scott G.]

I just tried charging my iPhone XS Max on the current generation powerhouse that I’ve been using on the X and it sadly doesn’t charge. I don’t know why so would be interesting to hear the reason but frustrating as it means I’ll need to replace it with a more expensive one that comes out in 3 months ... may resort to something else.

Does it keep being with the charging sound like every 5 seconds? I have the Valet and that's what it's doing..

 

[S1xstr1ng]

Does it keep being with the charging sound like every 5 seconds? I have the Valet and that's what it's doing..

Yes. Same issue. It’s basically a $160 paperweight now. Not happy.

 

[aimbdd]

So this is exactly what I was looking for, but that price is insane... does anyone have an alternative? I was looking for one cord to device, extra USB port, charges watch and charges phone wirelessly but standing up and not laying down.

 

[EMc00]

Stfo Belkin. There is up to 15$ electronic in there

 

[havenyoung]

Does it keep being with the charging sound like every 5 seconds? I have the Valet and that's what it's doing..

Yep mine was doing the same thing once the phone reaches 60% battery. Definitely not happy about this.
I think Belkin needs to explain this to us.

 

[Glockworkorange]

Gorgeous but boy is that a lot of money for a charger, even if it handles multiple devices.

 

[jonnysods]

Very pricey... But apparently cheaper than the imaginary AirPower?

 

[LHarrison]

So why are the old charge docks NOT compatible with iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR? This looks rather suspicious.

• PowerHouse Charge Dock for Apple Watch + iPhone (red dial) $99.99
  • Compatible with iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and all iPhone with Lightning connector models, along with all Apple Watch models
  • Availablility: November 2018 at select retailers
• Valet™ Charge Dock for Apple Watch + iPhone $129.99
  • Compatible with iPhone 8, 8+, X and earlier generations ONLY
  • Availability: Belkin.com
• PowerHouse™ Charge Dock for Apple Watch + iPhone $99.99
  • Compatible with iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X and previous iPhone with Lightning connector models only
  • Availability: Belkin.com

I’m actually kinda pissed that my Valet dock doesn’t work with my new XS. Not going to buy Belkin again.

 

[zachy85]

So this is exactly what I was looking for, but that price is insane... does anyone have an alternative? I was looking for one cord to device, extra USB port, charges watch and charges phone wirelessly but standing up and not laying down.

Me too. There are a bunch on Amazon but hard to tell the quality.

 

[justperry]

You got to be joking, what's going on last few years, prices go sky-high, and for what, why pay €160 for a charger when the included one is free and connecting a connector takes just a few seconds.
And then there's aliexpress, just over €10 for a decent wireless stand.

 

[S1xstr1ng]

I called apple about the valet not working with the xs max. They told me to call Belkin. Belkin gave me a 20% off coupon for the new one in Dec. Still not real happy with the outcome.

 

[anson42]

I called apple about the valet not working with the xs max. They told me to call Belkin. Belkin gave me a 20% off coupon for the new one in Dec. Still not real happy with the outcome.

I'm curious if they'll say why it doesn't work. I mean, any 5W charger with a lightning cable works with XS phones so they had to have done something drastic – i.e hack – with the power management to support the watch that breaks things now.

 

[Tinototem]

iPhone supports the QI standard for wireless charging, how come it just Belkings charger is not working for iPhone xs? Either apple screwed up or more likely belkning, i would never buy a product a new version if my previous stopped working, that should be replaced thru warranty.

If i remember correct the keynote mentioned improved wireless charging, but we are still stucked at only 7.5w?

 

[ddog]

Im pissed my Belkin powerhouse not working and it seems the people over at Belkin not having all the information... Reading from their webpage QA.
I am having the same problem as others were the phone charges for about 5 seconds then stops and begins again after 5 seconds. Really annoying buying a dock that stops working with no reason why.

Edit: having XS Max

 

[MrSpock75]

Why using lightning to charge the iPhone, when probably next year we might see USB-C... it should be wireless for the iPhone as well !!!

 

[robsp2000]

Me too. My only gripe is having the two cables coming out. Not much of a drama as they simply plug into a multi-USB plug. It's way better value than the Belkin offering.

Agreed, I used a couple wire ties and can’t even see the cords. I really like how minimal it is and the small footprint.

 

[The Game 161]

too bad it's not out until December and that's in the US
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Bestand 2 in 1 for $38 on Amazon. I had this since January and it works great.

whats the light like at night? I have the samsung fast charge one and the blue light is far too bright

 

[Ghost31]

I await the comments from people that complained about AirPowers rumored $160 price all while being totally excited for this product

 

[ammon]

I picked up the Nexgadget 8-in-1 from Amazon. It charges (wirelessly) an iPhone XS and Apple Watch. In addition to the Belkin, it has a dock to charge AirPods and a space for an Apple Pencil. (everything internal, so no cords anywhere). It also has 2 2.4A USB ports on the back, which can be used to charge the Apple Pencil or an iPad. Unfortunately looks like they are out of stock, but it was only $45! It made my nightstand SO much cleaner, but I've only had it for a few days, so hard to say about longterm reliability.