Why You Can Trust CNET Anker Just Released a Bunch of Qi2 Charging Accessories You're Probably Going to Want
Anker has rolled out several new Qi2 wireless chargers and power banks that will charge recent MagSafe-enabled iPhones at faster 15-watt speeds. Here's a look at all the new chargers, some of which are now available.
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Anker only announced one new audio product at CES 2024 -- the Soundcore Boom 2 Bluetooth speaker -- but it is showing off a slew of new Qi2-certified wireless charging products. These include everything from pricier wireless charging stations to new magnetic power banks to a basic wireless charging puck.
Qi2-certified wireless chargers offer 15-watt fast charging capabilities and are fully MagSafe compatible, offering twice the speed of standard 7.5W wireless chargers for MagSafe-enabled iPhone 13, 14 and 15 models and Android smartphones that support 15W wireless charging.
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Here's a look at all the new chargers.
Anker's new Qi2 charging lineup.
Anker MagGo Power Bank (6.6k): $70
- 6,600 mAh capacity to fully charge most iPhones one time
- Foldable design for customizable viewing angle
- Output power: 15-watt Max
- 5 colors
- Available: Jan. 8
The Anker MagGo Wireless Power Bank (6.6K).
Anker MagGo Power Bank (10k): $90
- Integrated LCD: Battery stats at-a-glance
- 10,000 mAh capacity to fully charge an iPhone 15 1.75 times
- Foldable kickstand
- Output power: 15-watt Max
- 5 colors
- Available: Jan. 8
The Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K has an LCD that shows precise battery life.
Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (foldable 3-in-1): $110
- Compact and foldable design for easy portability
- 3-in-1 wireless charging for phone, watch and earphones
- Output power: 15-watt Max
- Available: Jan. 8
The Anker MagGo wireless charging station has a foldable 3-in-1 design.
Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1 stand): $90
- Vertical design is ideal for desk and bedside use and doubles as a phone stand
- 3-in-1 wireless charging for phone, watch and earphones
- Output power: 15-watt Max
- Available: February
The Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1 stand).
Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (8-in-1): $100
- Ergonomic globe design
- 8-in-1 charging options
- Output power: 15-watt Max (wireless), 67-watt (USB), 3x AC ports
- Available: Jan. 8
This is Anker's upgraded 8-in-1 charging station.
Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1 pad): $100
- Slim design for both travel and desktop use
- 3-in-1 wireless charging for phone, watch and earphones
- Output power: 15-watt Max
- Available: April
The Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1 pad).
Anker MagGo Wireless Charger (pad): $22
- Slim, low-profile design
- Simple magnetic attachment
- Durable 5-foot cable with a 10,000-bend lifespan
- Output power: 15-watt Max
- Available: Jan. 8
The Anker MagGo Wireless Charger (pad) is Anker's most affordable Qi2 wireless charger.
For more, see what's next beyond the smartphone and the most exciting mobile tech we saw at CES. And for the best in show, be sure to check out our overall tech winners of CES 2024.
