Handy Wireless Car Charger with a Few Flaws
The media could not be loaded. I've been using this wireless car charger for a couple weeks now, and it's been pretty convenient for keeping my phone juiced up on the go. No more fumbling with cords while I'm trying to drive! The charger has different charging speeds depending on your phone - 15W for some LG models, 10W for newer Samsungs, 7.5W for iPhones, and 5W for everything else. My phone falls into the 7.5W category, and it charges decently fast. Not lightning speed, but good enough for topping up during my commute. I like that it comes with different mounting options. The suction cup is sturdy and sticks well to my dashboard (even in the hot sun!). The air vent clip is handy too, but it doesn't fit quite right in my car's vents. Kinda wobbly. I mostly stick with the suction cup. The "intelligent auto-clamping" is hit or miss. Sometimes it snaps right onto my phone, other times I have to fidget with it to get it to trigger. And if you're not lined up just right on the charging pad, it won't charge at all. Takes a bit of practice to get it positioned correctly every time. It does work with my phone case on (a slim plastic one), which is nice. But thicker cases like Otterboxes are a no-go. Something to keep in mind if you like bulky protection on your phone! The 360° rotating ball joint is great for getting the perfect viewing angle. I can position it just right for following GPS directions without taking my eyes off the road for too long. The extendable arm is handy too - lets me bring the phone closer if I need to squint at the screen (hey, my eyes aren't what they used to be!). One gripe - the suction cup, while strong, does lose suction over time. I've had to "revive" it by rinsing it and letting it air dry a few times now. Kind of annoying to have to do that every few days. So, is this the perfect car charger? Nah, it's got its quirks. But for the price, it gets the job done. If you can live with a little trial and error on the placement and the occasional suction cup maintenance, it's a solid pick for keeping your phone charged up and ready to go on the road. Just maybe have a backup charging cable in your glove box, y'know in case! Read more

















