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Why not switch to mag safe? Or full wireless
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You could argue that Apple Watch already uses kind off a MagSafe iteration, even if it’s not the official branding name of it’s charging technology. MagSafe itself is proprietary so it’s no different for AW, for Mac or for iPhone.
Why not Qi charging? It may be that the wireless charging would be too inefficient and slow because of the size of the device itself and the rounded back of the AW, that would complicate wireless charging. I only speculate, maybe there’s a more obvious reason but these seem plausible.
Why not Qi charging? It may be that the wireless charging would be too inefficient and slow because of the size of the device itself and the rounded back of the AW, that would complicate wireless charging. I only speculate, maybe there’s a more obvious reason but these seem plausible.
iPad can’t use MagSafe because of, reasons. MacBook can’t either, so yeah. I would not want to charge my MacBook or iPad on a charging pad either since overheating is going to be inevitable or the Charging speed is going to be slow.
I don't think Qi charging can work on a device as small as a watch. The majority of Android watches don't support Qi charging either, including the latest and greatest Galaxy watch 4.
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ever looked at the bottom of the watch and maybe noticed it was curved? IF you were to implement Qi on such a device, you're dealing with horrendous losses AND long charging times ... the current design is OPTIMIZED for the watch and it should stay that way ...
The Apple Watch is FULL wireless induction charging. Also it DOES use Qi wireless induction charging but Apple has taken the open source Qi standard and added some proprietary "trickery" to make you have to use the Apple wireless charging puck.
no idea, not interested in those so never looked, but see post #11 above re Garmin
With a sensor bump. Just like Apple and Garmin.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 review
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4’s sharp design, smart software and standout health sensor make for a promising upgrade that somehow costs less than last year’s version.
Okay so Apple can do the same and allow regular qi chargers to charge the device.With a sensor bump. Just like Apple and Garmin.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 review
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4’s sharp design, smart software and standout health sensor make for a promising upgrade that somehow costs less than last year’s version.www.tomsguide.com
There are no phots that would show the "bump" on Samsung's site, but, look what' in the box: wouldn't be surprised if that wireless charger would be shaped to fit the bump, and could it have a magnet? Someone who owns one would have to confirm ...
also found this: You can buy the Samsung Galaxy Watch Charger from Samsung's official website. While the Galaxy Watch charges using Qi technology, not every Qi charger will work with it. Therefore, it's best to stick to Samsung's official charger.
Except the Galaxy 4 doesn’t do Qi charging, which kinda defeats your premise …
Does the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 support Qi wireless charging?
Wireless charging your smartwatch is super convenient, but you can't just use any wireless charger?
www.androidcentral.com
I’m shocked.
They need to move away from that. I get it’s more money for chargers but not all android watches use special chargers.
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If they are going to standardize across devices (excluding the Watch), I hope it's with USB-C. Wireless/magnetic connections are useful in some circumstances, but not in others. USB-C still seems newish now, but it will be around for a long time and does more than Lightening.