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Rumor: Apple could drop limits, change specs for wireless 15W fast chargers for iPhone 15

Apple’s charging protocol for the upcoming iPhone 15 could get much faster. A new rumor claims that Apple will no longer require wireless chargers to be approved before they can deliver 15W fast charging for the iPhone 15 range. Apple’s MagSafe protocol has been capable of wireless charging up to 15 watts since it first […]

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Logitech announces Powered wireless charging cradle for iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X units, cites that model was “co-designed” by Apple

This is pretty interesting. Logitech, makers of assorted things that are nifty, has launched the Powered Wireless Charging Stand, an accessory built for the iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and X, with the unique bulletpoint of being designed “in collaboration” with Apple. While it’s unclear as to what Apple’s specific design contributions were, the Powered features […]

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iOS 11.2 released over the weekend, adds Apple Pay Cash, improved wireless charging, chases down date bug which could cause a soft reset loop

It’s pretty unusual for Apple to release a major iOS update over the weekend, but the company did this with iOS 11.2, which, among other changes, offers support for Apple Pay Cash, 7.5-watt charging on compatible devices and a fix for a nasty date bug that can cause devices to enter a soft reset loop. […]