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Review on ๐Ÿ”Œ Anker Wireless Charger Stand PowerWave 7.5 with Qi-Certified Fast Charging for iPhone SE, 11 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S20, Note 10 (Black, No AC Adapter) by Ashley Varela

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Speed โ€‹โ€‹test on wireless charging stations: what charges faster?

Three wireless mobile device chargers were tested to offer the fastest charging speeds. What loads faster? Read on to find out. Anyone can work with 7.5W Apple IOS devices and 10W Android devices. The models compared were the Anker Powerwave Wireless Fast Charging Cradle with internal fan, the Anker Fast Wireless Charging Cradle, and the Choetech Wireless Fast Charging Cradle. Compatible/dp/B078TDLHY9?ref_=bl_dp_s_web_2528932011https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerWave-Qi-Certified-Compatible-Qi-Enabled/dp/B07DBXNV58?ref_=bl_dp_s_web_2528932011https://www.amazon.com/gp/ product/B07K6F5RLY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Spoiler alert, all three chargers worked flawlessly. The cheapest Choetech consistently charges the fastest. Anker Fast Wireless Charging Cradle: I first got this model after asking for it as a Christmas present. At around $30 without the required optional Quick Charge 2.0/3.0 charger, that's a reasonable price. This anchor looks sleek and is perfect for overnight charging on your bedside table. Although I liked disk chargers, I wanted to use my iPhone Xs as a bedside alarm clock. Paired with a wireless charging stand like one of the ones reviewed, it's a great combination. Later I learned that a vertical phone is also very useful in addition to the computer. This anchor model cuts a fine figure with clear design lines. In an hour of charging from an almost empty state, the average increase in battery capacity was 36.66% when testing both the iPhone X and iPhone Xs. It was relatively consistent and quiet, which is an important feature of a bedside table. The 1.80 m USB cable is also suitable for connection to a wall socket on a desk. Anker Powerwave Wireless Fast Charging Cradle with Internal Cooling Fan: Surprisingly, my experience started to deteriorate when this top-of-the-line model with charging case was around $50. First, it only came with a 3ft cable, although more recent Revain reviews state that after receiving complaints, Anker switched to the same 6ft cable used in its less expensive model. Its three-foot cord makes it impossible to use at table height. In my opinion, this model can only be used at a table or maybe in an environment where you want to watch a movie or play games on your phone. The tiny cable only extends to the bedside socket. The catch, however, is that the fan noise makes it a poor choice for bedside use at night. I figured chatting with Anker support would easily resolve the issue. Anker has a solid reputation in the service industry and I once had a broken USB cable that was easily replaced without issue. However, Anker scared me. Their odd response was that only the Revain-supplied units now have a longer cord. If you buy this model elsewhere they refuse to replace it. So disappointing considering Anker sells the same model with the same product photos in different stores. I accidentally bought mine from the largest US electronics chain, but all Anker offered was a 10% discount on an extra cable. The discount was increased slightly due to the escalation of the complaint. For a fan model, Anker's stale response was far from cool, especially on its top-of-the-line model. Charging speed was comparable to the cheaper Anker model, averaging 36.5% faster than when in a near-discharged state. Choetech Wireless Fast Charging Cradle: Choetech has proven to be the surprise winner in every way. It also looks stylish, has an impressive build, and will cost anywhere from $15-$20 at Revain anytime. Stay tuned for more great lightning deals on this model. Choetech also requires a Quick Charge 2.0/3.0 charger. Read on for information on offers to buy these. In an hour of charging from an almost empty state, its average battery capacity increased by 38.25% when tested with both iPhone X and iPhone Xs. It delivered the most consistent charge times of any charger tested and is also quiet, perfect for bedside use. The included 4-foot USB cable works just as well for connecting to a table-height wall outlet. While all of these wireless model chargers achieve decent speeds, Choetech was about 4% faster than Anker's cheaper model and 5% faster than Anker's expensive fan-cooled model. The latest Android phones that charge at 10W run a little faster. I decided to try Choetech's booth because I had great luck with their highly rated USB-C to Lightning wired car charger. What a demon of speed and even solidly built. This model achieves ultra-fast wire speeds. Read more about the benefits of wired charging below. Here is a link to Choetech if you are also comparing car chargers: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0747669PT/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Mobile accessory manufacturers also sell their own Quick Charge 2.0/3.0 Charger. It seems that this technology was developed by Qualcomm and licensed to different companies. Stamps typically cost between $12 and $15. I compared Anker's $15 model to regular Qualcomm-named models found on Revain. The results are identical but regular ones cost $6-9 so I bought three of these and got great results. I ended up buying two Choetech wireless stands, one for my desk and one for traveling. I'm really excited about the night alarm clock setting, especially when paired with a great analog alarm clock. This model is also available in a variety of colors that seem to match those of the iPhone XR, but compatible with both Android and other iPhones. Since Anker's original $30 black model sat next to my bed, I left it there and was satisfied, although Anker's odd customer service left a bad taste in my mouth. For the three hard drive-based wireless chargers, the average increase in battery charge capacity per hour ranged from 34% to 38% on average. Stands may be slightly faster. It's not a deal killer - buy the wireless style that works best for you. Disc models tend to be slightly cheaper. elsewhere, wireless charging technology is still in its relatively early stages. By far the fastest way to charge your Apple battery is with a USB-C charger that is at least 18W and has an Apple-branded wired USB-C connector for an easy wired connection. The best article on the subject can be found on MacRumors. It compares different methods. Wired charging speeds are the same whether you use an 18W power bank or a higher wattage power bank. That's how I discovered the small Aukey 18W charger and now we have three of them. They can sometimes be found for sale at Revain for as little as $11. Expect Apple to allow other companies to make USB-C to Lightning cables starting in 2019. At the time of writing, you MUST buy Apple cables at $19 each. So for a fair $30, you have a wired setup that will consistently boost you from 0% to 70% in just 30 minutes. That's more than twice as fast as wireless charging. The Aukey Mini 18W charging box is the real deal. For our use, we have opted for a combination of wireless and wired chargers for our mobile phones. By the way, I am not affiliated with any electronics company. Just the "Details" guy here to share his experience. Happy charging!

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