Wireless charging has been around for a few years now, but sadly it hasn't become as widely adopted as we'd like. That's changing and the various groups that build wireless charging standards are working together and even Apple has embraced the technology with the iPhone 8 and iPhone X.
Many popular phones are beginning to embrace wireless charging, and if that's something you're looking for in your next phone, here's a list of those lucky devices.
- Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- Samsung Galaxy S9
- Samsung Galaxy S9+
- Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Samsung Galaxy Note 5
- Samsung Galaxy S8
- Samsung Galaxy S8+
- Samsung Galaxy S8 Active
- Samsung Galaxy S7
- Samsung Galaxy S7 edge
- Samsung Galaxy S7 Active
- LG G7
- LG G6 (U.S. versions)
- LG V30 series
- LG V35
- Moto Z series (with Mod)
- Sony Xperia XZ2
- Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium
- Nokia 8 Sirocco
While wireless charging may not be as fast as a traditional plug, being able to plop your phone on a wireless charging block/stand/mat while at your desk, eating dinner, or sleeping can make a world of difference to the phone and its user.
We'll update this list periodically with new devices that support this wonderful feature.
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Update August 2018: Added the newest phones that support wireless charging.
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