Summary
- Qi2-certified phones all have magnets; no need to worry anymore about false rumors.
- Neodymium magnets for Qi2 charging are small, taking up little space compared to induction coils.
- Pressure applied to Android manufacturers can encourage magnetic compatibility with existing and future accessories.
What’s the deal with magnets, are they supposed to replace the coil? Why are these reporters so excited about it?
Because it means compatibility with magsafe accessories. So, you can attach magnetic powerbanks and other things to your phone.
Oh so the magnet if for sticking the power bank to the phone. Okay. I have almost zero exposure to Apple devices so I thought Magsafe is just their name for wireless charging.
Apple helped developed the QI2 wireless charging and magsafe is also a wireless charging standard.
In addition to the other reply, it helps align the tx/rx coils for higher efficiency
This makes sense with a higher power connection