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The current is finally flowing

29.11.2018

Translation: machine translated

Whether it's household appliances or peripherals, everything that comes into my home has to match my idea of aesthetics. When it comes to chargers, there's finally a wireless one that meets my needs.

The Native Union peripherals are nifty. In a previous article, I already praised their technical simplicity. John Brunner and Igor Duc, the two creative minds behind the design, are at it again with their latest charger. "Dock Wireless Charger" cleverly conceals its function and cable behind a magnetic induction disc for powering Qi-compatible smartphones.

First impression

Unpacking: the colour of the box matches that of the charger.

The leather strap is used to wrap the nylon-sheathed cable. — Unpacking: the colour of the box matches that of the charger.

In contrast to conventional laptop charging cables, "Dock Wireless Charger" looks like a sleek sculpture thanks to its shape and fabric. On the old "Drop" charger, you could flat charge Qi-compatible devices up to 10 Watts. On the other hand, the new one allows you to place your mobile phone vertically or horizontally in such a way as to display or read something on the screen. From a distance, for example, I can immediately see who's calling me. And what about the old charger? I take it with me when I travel. If I were to forget it on the way, it wouldn't be a big deal.

The opening in the magnetic induction plate is for the cable to pass through.

The laptop can be placed vertically or horizontally. — The opening in the magnetic induction plate is for the cable to pass through.

What is a Qi mobile phone

Cables have never been so cleverly hidden. — Peripheral or sculpture?

"Qi" comes from Chinese and means energy, vital breath. For wireless charging, mobile phones are equipped with the Qi standard, an integrated Qi receiver coil enabling the transmission of inductive energy. Before opting for a Qi wireless charging station, make sure your mobile phone is compatible.

Wireless chargers

CHF63.90

Native Union Dock

10 W

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Pia Seidel

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Like a cheerleader, I love celebrating good design and bringing you closer to everything furniture- and interior design- related. I regularly curate simple yet sophisticated interior ideas, report on trends and interview creative minds about their work.

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