Most of us use an outlet to charge our phones, and wireless charging is becoming more popular. Using electromagnetic induction, energy is transferred to the receiving device. This often makes use of the Qi wireless standard. Qi supports up to 15W of power transfer to mobile phones and handheld devices. In this article, let’s talk about reverse wireless charging.
What is reverse wireless charging and how it works?
Reverse wireless charging is for a phone or other device that supports wireless charging to serve as the charging station and is used to charge additional wireless devices.
We all know that cable charging is still faster than reverse wireless charging. This low-power option should ideally only be used for unexpected top-ups. Also, such as when a colleague forgets a cable or an emergency low-battery notification pops up on your phone’s screen.
However, reverse wireless charging can quickly drain the device’s battery. Checking the device’s battery level crucial before initiating the charging process. Wireless charging is slower than other charging methods so it is more suitable for emergency use.
What phones support it?
Samsung made the capability by using Wireless PowerShare to power up. Phones and gadgets supported by reverse wireless charging are the new Huawei Mate 20 Pro, and Galaxy S and Z series smartphones, smartwatches, and headphones. Reverse wireless is now often available on flagship Android phones that support wireless charging.
As technology advances, reverse wireless charging may become more widespread and efficient. It could potentially be integrated into various devices beyond smartphones. It offers a convenient way to power up a wide range of gadgets wirelessly.
Overall, reverse wireless charging presents a convenient solution for topping up the battery of compatible devices on the go. Also, do not forget that it’s important to consider its limitations and efficiency when using it.