Wireless mobile charging has gained popularity recently and many smartphones are now wireless-charging capable. LG recently revealed a WCP-300 wireless charger that the company claims is the smallest wireless charger in the world.
At only 6.9cm (in diameter), the WCP-300 is designed with portability in mind. The charging area of the WCP-300 is 1.7 times wider than that of LG's previous generation wireless charger. The charger is compatible with a standard 5-pin micro USB charger, providing the highest level of charging performance and user convenience.
"Wireless charging is the holy grail of smartphone user convenience. With the WCP-300, LG was able to deliver both portability with top-class charging capabilities in a device no larger than a typical beverage coaster," said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company.
The WCP-300 employs electromagnetic induction technology and is Qi-certified by the Wireless Power Consortium. Electromagnetic induction technology produces a magnetic field that in turn generates an electric current to charge the batteries in devices, which is placed on the charging pad. The WCP-300 also is compatible with all smartphones that support the Qi standard.
The WCP-300 will first become available in South Korea for about $60. LG did not confirm a U.S. release but users hope for a release soon.
Wireless charging is slowly gaining popularity and current technology needs the smartphone to be placed within a short distance or on a charging plate to charge the smartphone.
