Rumors attributed the new iPhone 8 support wireless charging. This technology for several years, used in smartphones and tablets running Android. But in its current form, wireless charging is hardly easy: the gadget must be placed on a special charging cradle.
Yes, it is more convenient compared to classic way of charging via a cable, however, it is difficult to imagine that such technology will be implemented in the new anniversary flagship Apple. Potential buyers of the iPhone 8 will enjoy a more advanced wireless charging.
This week the company Powercast has announced a new wireless charging technology for devices with low power consumption. It is suitable for wearable devices, accessories or low-power products for smart homes. The device can be charged anywhere at a distance of up to 24 metres from the charging station.
And it’s really wireless charging: install more base stations in the house and your headphones and smart watches will always be charged at 100%. Platform transfer power to multiple wireless frequencies, and the components inside the device converts RF energy into DC power with an efficiency of 75%.
The main limitation of the technology Powercast is the total power. Depending on the support for fast charging smartphones while charging to consume 5 to 10 watts. Wearable devices require much less, so this development will provide in the best case, from 1 to 2 watts.
Unlikely Apple will have time to improve the technology for implementation in the iPhone 8, but the company could use the same principle, but with less range. Support wireless charging at a distance of 2-3 meters would interest many users.