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.
  • limerod@reddthat.comOPM
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    5 days ago

    Because it means compatibility with magsafe accessories. So, you can attach magnetic powerbanks and other things to your phone.

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      5 days ago

      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.

      • limerod@reddthat.comOPM
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        5 days ago

        Apple helped developed the QI2 wireless charging and magsafe is also a wireless charging standard.