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Amazon cuts UGREEN MagFlow Qi2 25W power bank to $54.96

Amazon is selling the UGREEN MagFlow 10,000mAh Qi2 25W Wireless Power Bank for $54.96, a 39% cut from its $89.99 list price. The magnetic battery pack is designed for MagSafe-compatible iPhones, offering 25W wireless charging plus a built-in USB-C cable and an extra USB-C port for wired use.

INIU launches SnapGo, a 10,000mAh MagSafe-compatible Qi2.2 power bank

INIU has released the SnapGo, a compact 10,000mAh portable battery that supports the Qi2.2 wireless charging standard and attaches magnetically to iPhones via MagSafe. The company positions it as capable of charging both smartphones and laptops without cables while on the move.

Wireless charging generates more heat than cables, accelerating battery wear

Wireless chargers using the Qi2 standard convert energy less efficiently than wired cables, losing up to 30 percent of power as heat during the charging process. That extra heat can degrade smartphone battery capacity by up to 12 percent over two years, and as much as 25 percent in hot climates or environments.

Android phones can gain MagSafe compatibility via cases and magnetic rings

MagSafe, Apple's magnetic accessory system, has become a signature iPhone feature since 2020, while only a few Android devices like Google's Pixel with Pixelsnap or the HMD Skyline ship with built-in magnets. Android users without native support can still use MagSafe accessories by adding a phone case with embedded magnets or attaching a magnetic ring, provided their device supports wireless charging.

WIRED tests 30+ chargers, names top Apple 2-in-1 and 3-in-1 stations

WIRED's gear team evaluated more than 30 multi-device charging stations and picked standout options for iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods users. The Zens Nightstand Charger Pro 2 was named a top 2-in-1 pick for its adjustable Qi2/MagSafe pad and fold-out Apple Watch charger, while Belkin's UltraCharge 2-in-1 took over as favorite thanks to Qi2 25W charging and a bundled 45-watt adapter. The iOttie Velox Duo, a former pick, remains a budget-friendly alternative at $60.

UGREEN launches MagFlo Pro Qi2 power bank with visible liquid cooling

UGREEN has released the MagFlo Pro, a 10,000mAh magnetic battery pack offering 25W Qi2 wireless charging and 45W wired USB-C output. The device uses a multi-layer liquid cooling chamber with a visible circulating coolant, which the company says is the first such system built into a Qi2 power bank. It's priced at roughly $150 on Amazon, alongside new foldable 2-in-1 and 3-in-1 chargers aimed at Apple device users.

Ugreen launches $149.99 MagFlow Pro power bank with visible liquid cooling

Ugreen has released the MagFlow Pro Magnetic Power Bank, a $149.99 10,000mAh device it calls the first liquid-cooled power bank with wireless charging. A small pump circulates coolant past a copper foil layer to pull heat away from its Qi2.2 wireless coil, visible through a window on the front, while a lanyard-integrated USB-C cable and separate USB-C port allow wired charging of extra devices.

Motorola unveils Snap Wireless Charger, a MagSafe-style magnetic puck for Qi2 phones

At IFA 2026, Motorola introduced the Snap Wireless Charger, a magnetic puck that attaches to compatible Qi2 phones and cases and charges at up to 25W. It doubles as a portable puck or clips into an optional stand for upright desktop charging, and comes in an aluminum finish with a 1.5-meter braided USB-C cable. Motorola says it will ship in three Pantone colors, though pricing and release date are still unannounced.

Belkin launches semi-solid-state power banks claiming 3x longer lifespan

Belkin has released two new power banks built with semi-solid-state battery technology it calls BoostSolid Cell, joining rivals like BMX, Kuxiu, and Zens in adopting the format. The lineup includes a $69.99 magnetic 5,000mAh Qi2 model with 15W wireless charging and a $89.99 10,000mAh unit with a display supporting up to 60W across multiple ports.

Anker launches foldable Qi2 25W charger for iPhone, Watch, and AirPods

Anker has released the Prime Qi2 25W Foldable 3-in-1 Wireless Charger, a travel-friendly station that charges an iPhone via MagSafe, an Apple Watch through an MFi-certified puck, and AirPods on a base pad. The device folds flat to roughly the size and weight of an iPhone 17 Pro Max and supports Qi2.2's 25-watt charging standard, a jump from the older 7.5W cap most MagSafe accessories were limited to.

WIRED Rounds Out MagSafe Grip Tests With Spigen, Casely, and Smartish Picks

WIRED's ongoing testing of MagSafe phone grips now includes the Spigen OM104, Casely's MagRing and MagRing+, and the Smartish Wallflower. Each offers a different approach, from a nylon finger strap to a swiveling silicone ring to suction-cup wall mounting, with trade-offs in comfort, flatness, and durability noted for each.

Google Pixel 11 switches to MediaTek modem, drops Samsung Exynos radio

Google's Pixel 11 series replaces the Samsung-made Exynos modem used in earlier Pixels with a new MediaTek modem, paired with the Tensor G6 chip, which remains a 3nm design rather than the rumored 2nm jump. Early testing shows the new modem delivers faster download speeds and holds 5G connections better in weak-signal areas compared to the Pixel 10 Pro and older Pixel 9 hardware.