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Wireless EV charging a gamechanger
Smart Cities

Wireless EV charging a gamechanger

Public road trials and taxi ranks could make electric vehicle charging faster, cheaper and less disruptive for drivers.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 10th Apr 2022
New Zealand is the world’s living global tech lab
Robotics

New Zealand is the world’s living global tech lab

Global tech firms are using New Zealand for early testing as Kiwi expertise in AI, space and wireless power draws investment and jobs.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 25th Mar 2018
Apple acquires NZ wireless charging developer PowerbyProxi
Apple

Apple acquires NZ wireless charging developer PowerbyProxi

Earlier this year, Apple gave a sneak peek of AirPower, an Apple-designed wireless charging accessory coming in 2018.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Oct 2017

Global Stories

Wireless Charging stories

Hands-on Review: JBL Soundgear Frames
Wearables

Hands-on Review: JBL Soundgear Frames

The JBL Soundgear Frames offer an affordable and stylish alternative for music lovers, delivering impressive open-ear audio for under NZD $200.

By Imee Dequito • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Aquila's laser tech powers non-stop drone flights in landmark trial
Drones

Aquila's laser tech powers non-stop drone flights in landmark trial

Aquila, an AU-NZ deep tech start-up, makes history by wirelessly charging drones in mid-flight using laser beams, setting its sights on transforming global energy distribution.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2024
Hands-on Review: Journey NEXA 4-in-1 Laptop Sleeve with Wireless Charging
Gadgets

Hands-on Review: Journey NEXA 4-in-1 Laptop Sleeve with Wireless Charging

Journey's NEXA laptop sleeve combines wireless charging with sleek design, offering a versatile and functional option for on-the-go professionals.

By Tom Richmond • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
Hands-on Review: Journey ALTI Wireless Charging Reversible Desk Mat
Cloud Services

Hands-on Review: Journey ALTI Wireless Charging Reversible Desk Mat

The Journey ALTI Wireless Charging Reversible Desk Mat is a pricey device that only works with expensive phones, making it a niche product.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Oct 2023
Hands-on Review: STM ChargeTreeGo portable wireless charger
Gaming

Hands-on Review: STM ChargeTreeGo portable wireless charger

STM's ChargeTreeGo offers a portable solution for charging multiple Apple devices simultaneously, eliminating the need for multiple cables.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2022
Renesas innovates wireless charging market with Qualcomm collaboration
Software Development

Renesas innovates wireless charging market with Qualcomm collaboration

Renesas Electronics Corporation is collaborating with Qualcomm Technologies to speed up the mainstream adoption of wireless charging for smartphones.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Apr 2021
BELKIN unveils new portable wireless charging units and screen protection for Apple devices
Data Privacy

BELKIN unveils new portable wireless charging units and screen protection for Apple devices

Belkin has unveiled the newest additions to its SCREENFORCE screen protection for MacBooks and BOOSTCHARGE mobile power collections for multiple Apple devices.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2020
Hands-on Review: Twelve South HiRise Wireless
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Twelve South HiRise Wireless

The HiRise wireless charging stand is both elegant and useful. It is a two in one that would be a great addition to any desk or nightstand.

By Lama Farhat • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2020
Renesas and Panthronics collab on range of new solutions
Semiconductors

Renesas and Panthronics collab on range of new solutions

The semiconductor specialists are aiming to bring new wireless charging and connected IoT solutions to the consumer and industrial markets.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2020
Hands-on Review: The AirPods 2 with wireless charging
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The AirPods 2 with wireless charging

Apple's AirPods 2 introduce wireless charging, faster device switching, improved call battery life, and Hey Siri function, yet lack noise blocking.

By Lama Farhat • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Aug 2019
Apple's AirPower Wireless Charging Mat gets axed
Apple

Apple's AirPower Wireless Charging Mat gets axed

Apple has pulled all plans to bring its anticipated AirPower Wireless Charging Mat to market, because it can't live up to Apple's 'high standards'.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2019
Is it an elixir? Is it a bottle? No, it's a wireless charger
AR, VR & Metaverse

Is it an elixir? Is it a bottle? No, it's a wireless charger

Deconnect's Gloo combines wireless charging with ambient lighting and augmented reality previews, transforming tech aesthetics for modern interiors.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Jun 2018
GALLERY: Meet Taipei Startup Festival Day One
AR, VR & Metaverse

GALLERY: Meet Taipei Startup Festival Day One

The event aims to provide a platform where entrepreneurs and VCs alike can build together a shared startup ecosystem.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2017

Stories from Other Regions

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Aquila secures AUD $2 million to advance drone charging tech
Drones

Aquila secures AUD $2 million to advance drone charging tech

Aquila clinches AUD $2 million in follow-on funding led by Alua Group to accelerate Lightway Sentry's development.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024