Wireless Phone Chargers With Fans Make More Sense Than You Think

Wireless charging pucks make hot phones even hotter. Sure, it allows you access to phones’ only USB-C port while charging, but the process of electromagnetic induction is still less efficient than a direct connection through a power cable. That leads to excess heat. If you’ve ever picked up a phone on the charge and immediately dropped it like you’ve touched a hot iron, then you already know that particular pain point. Which is why I’m surprised there aren’t more devices like the $60 Torras PowerCircle Qi2 charger. It’s essentially a combination wireless charger and fan cooler. Yes, it may make your phone look like its trying out its jet engine cosplay, but its the kind of device whose function vastly outweighs its form. The Torras PowerCircle slaps onto the back of any supporting phone for 15W wireless charging and can prop up the device with the rotating stand-up ring. However, with the fan whirring away, Torras claims the device will stay at an even 55 degrees Fahrenheit or lower t ... Read full article.