Android, Google and Qi

Qi2 will come to more Android phones in 2025 with help from Samsung and Google
Samsung confirms the first Galaxy phones with Qi2 support will launch in 2025. Google is working with the Wireless Power Consortium to develop Qi v.2.2 with its own fast-charging technology. The WPC is also introducing a "Qi2 Ready" branding that enables phones and accessories to deliver the Qi2 experience when paired together.
How Google’s charging limit option on Android 15 phones helps battery life
Google and Pixel smartphones have a feature that charges them to 80 per cent capacity. Experts say this helps phones' batteries last longer Google has a new charging feature aimed at extending battery life on smartphones by automatically stopping recharging when the battery is 80 per cent full.
More Android phones with Qi2 charging will finally show up in 2025
The Wireless Power Consortium announced at CES on Monday that more Android devices will use the MagSafe-based Qi2 charging standard in 2025. That doesn’t necessarily mean theyll
MagSafe-like charging will come to Google and Samsung phones this year
The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has announced that Samsung and Google phones will receive Qi2 wireless charging support, the answer to Apple's MagSafe charging, in 2025.The Latest Tech News, Deliv
Android’s MagSafe moment has finally arrived
MagSafe for Android will finally happen as Samsung and Google confirm their commitment to Qi2 wireless charging
Qi2 wireless charging with MagSafe is officially coming to Samsung phones
It's been two years since the Qi2 standard was first announced, and we're finally starting to see some movement on the hardware front. At CES 2025, the Wireless Power Consortium revealed that Qi2 is officially coming to Samsung Galaxy devices this year.
Android may soon add a new shortcut to launch Google Wallet
Android may soon add a new shortcut that lets you launch the default wallet app with a double tap of the power button.
It is easier than ever to disable Location Sharing on your Android phone
Google Maps Location Sharing is now built into Android settings; no need for Maps settings. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" ...
Surprise Google Pixel 4a update might lead to battery replacement
As a token of gratitude, Google will provide free battery replacement for "Impacted Device" Pixel 4a units. However, this ...
Still rocking a Pixel 4a? Google might have some money for you
Google's got a new update coming for the Pixel 4a that could have a negative impact on battery life. Luckily, Google's ...
New Google Spyware Warning—750 Million Android Users Must Now Act
While its “interesting” finding that “iOS devices are more exposed to phishing and web content threats than Android” took the ...
Google needs to solve this Android tablet problem in 2025
Android is finally showing signs that it could evolve into a half-decent tablet platform. I dearly hope Google gives it a ...
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What’s new in Android’s January 2025 Google System Updates
The monthly “ Google System Release Notes ” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC.
6 reasons why Google should switch Chromebooks from Android to Linux
By now, you've probably heard that Google plans to migrate Chromebooks to Android, but I believe there's a much better option ...
Google Pixels might soon force you to dig deeper for all your widgets
Google may add an extra step for accessing widgets on Google Pixel phones. Code found suggests a possible "tiered widgets" ...