8 Best Wireless Chargers for Your Phone, AirPods, and Smartwatches

How do I know if my phone supports wireless charging?

Technically, there is a list of all Qi-certified products. But your best bet is to search it or look on the manufacturer’s website. Like I said earlier, if you have an iPhone, Galaxy, or Pixel from the past handful of years, it definitely supports wireless charging.

Is wireless charging faster or slower than wired charging?

The biggest downside to wireless charging is that it’s slower than wired charging using a proper power brick. Even the 15-watt fast-charging wireless units won’t fill your battery to 100 percent quite as quickly as the cord that comes in the factory-sealed box.

Do wireless chargers work with cases?

It’s on a bit of a case-by-case basis. (See what I did there?) For the most part, yes. A thick case can slow charging down even further, but will rarely stop it—although sometimes it may. MagSafe cases work well and actually help your phone charge a bit faster. So depending on the type of phone you have and the case you have for it, your charging speed may be affected.

How often should I charge my phone?

Apparently there are some factors that affect the health of your phone’s battery. Keeping your phone undercharged and constantly on low battery—or overcharged and always full—is said to kill the battery faster. Word on the street says it’s best to keep your phone charged between 20 and 80 percent at all times.