Pads, stands and magnetic pucks
Wireless charging trades a little speed for the convenience of putting the phone down rather than plugging it in. The format matters more than the wattage for most people: a flat pad suits a bedside table, a stand keeps the screen visible on a desk, and a magnetic puck holds position so the coils stay aligned.
Flat pads for phones and earbud cases
Angled stands that keep the display readable while charging
Magnetic chargers that lock to the back of compatible phones
Alignment and cases
Wireless charging fails quietly when the coils are not lined up, which is what a phone sliding off centre overnight looks like. Thick cases and anything with a metal plate for a car mount will also block it. Cases are listed under phone accessories, and mains plugs under wall chargers.
Buying in New Zealand
Parts are stocked in New Zealand, not drop-shipped, so an order confirmed before the 2pm cut-off is on its way the same day instead of waiting on an offshore consignment. Trade accounts are available through wholesale deals.
Questions answered
Does a case stop wireless charging?
Thin cases are usually fine. Thick ones, wallet cases holding cards and anything with a metal mounting plate will block or slow it.
Is wireless slower than a cable?
Generally yes. It suits overnight and desk charging rather than a quick top up before leaving the house.
Do I need a separate plug?
Most pads include the pad and a cable but not the mains adaptor. The listing states what is in the box.
