Wireless VS Wired Charging

[macawmatt]

In a speed race it isn't a question. For an ease of use, even with the new type C connectors, its wireless all the way. Working at a desk, its nice to be able to just set the phone down and then pick it back up without messing with cables. And I second the opinion about wear and tear on the port.

 

[18t]

Wired is faster and better for the battery in the long-term. I've never had a port issue before on any phone. I think the port concern is unwarranted, but that's just me.

 

[Mobius]

The problem with wireless is you end up with a very fragile device that is easily breakable. My old Pixel 1xl was solid as hell with the metal frame. So while I prefer wireless for the convenience factor, I'd go back to a wired option for a more durable phone design.

 

[Nikholas Pappas]

I plug my phone in at night usually, and my phone goes all day without having to charge. In addition to this, when I am driving to and from work, I am using Android Auto that is also charging my phone. I usually end up going to bed between 40 and 60% battery. In my use case I just don't see the need to have a wireless charger.

 

[technomom]

I would prefer to have both but it's not the hill that I'll die on as I'm otherwise happy enough with my OnePlus 6T and its superfast charger. I have one in my car that tops my phone off enough for several hours with just a 20 minute drive. I generally go about a day and a half on a full charge anyway.

 

[bonedatt]

I plug my phone in at night usually, and my phone goes all day without having to charge. In addition to this, when I am driving to and from work, I am using Android Auto that is also charging my phone. I usually end up going to bed between 40 and 60% battery. In my use case I just don't see the need to have a wireless charger.

If you're going to bed with 40% to 60% of battery life, why do you charge it all night? Won't that affect the life of the battery? Like you, I don't see the need for a wireless charger. My current device supports it, but I'll be fine if it didn't. I'm surrounded by USB C cables with access to fast charging whether I'm in the car, living room, bedroom, kitchen, office, or dining room.

 

[SvenJ]

I am really curious about wireless charging so would love to hear the experience of folks who have been using it for a long time.
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I've been using a OnePlus 6T since then so I don't have wireless charging, but I've always wondered if people saw battery degradation long term with lots of wireless charging use. Anyone have any insights here?

Been using wireless charging for a long time. Ever since Windows Phones (Lumias). Never saw any more degradation than with 'normal' charging. The reality is the charging mechanism is no different, something provides power to the charging circuitry which in turn charges the battery. In the wired case it is the power supply plugged into the wall. In wireless it comes from the coil in the phone. Both drive current backwards through the battery, which is what heats it up. Both can be regulated by well designed charging circuitry. What makes wireless somewhat slower is the power loss during the transfer between the charger coil and the one in the phone. It is in essence an open air transformer. The technology is getting better.

I charge wirelessly if at all possible. Even have the wireless iotte mount in the car for both my iPhone and Pixel. It keeps up even while using Nav. At home the phones sit on charging stands, and it is super convenient to just pick them up when a notification happens, or a call comes in, without worrying about a cable being to short, or having to disconnect it if I have to walk and talk. When done, just drop it back on the charger. At night, in the dark, not yanking something else off the nightstand with the cord is great, and putting it back on the stand is way easier than plugging in the cord, though direction agnostic USB-C and Lightning have helped.

 

[SvenJ]

The problem with wireless is you end up with a very fragile device that is easily breakable. My old Pixel 1xl was solid as hell with the metal frame. So while I prefer wireless for the convenience factor, I'd go back to a wired option for a more durable phone design.

Every seen polycarbonate phones? The Nokia Lumia Windows phones were easy to hold, nearly indestructable, good looking (IMHO), and had wireless charging.

 

[Kizzy Catwoman]

Every seen polycarbonate phones? The Nokia Lumia Windows phones were easy to hold, nearly indestructable, good looking (IMHO), and had wireless charging.

I did love my Lumia 925

 

[ezdoit]

I wanted a Lumia phone but could only get one in my area through AT&T, was on Verizon at the time. The one I wanted was a yellow one - not sure what model.

 

[Kizzy Catwoman]

I wanted a Lumia phone but could only get one in my area through AT&T, was on Verizon at the time. The one I wanted was a yellow one - not sure what model.

The yellow one was the 1020 with the fabulous camera. I had a yellow wireless charging cover for my 925. I loved the feel of that phone.

 

[ezdoit]

The yellow one was the 1020 with the fabulous camera. I had a yellow wireless charging cover for my 925. I loved the feel of that phone.

YES! I can still recall standing by the MS kisok in a local mall holding the phone - awesome feel. That was long ago. I think I was there to pick up the 1st MS tablet, or something -

 

[wyelkins]

I finally got used to wireless charging. I like it better unless I'm in a hurry

 

[Dan_B1979]

Wireless charging for me, zero issues and charges just as fast as it does plugged in

Anker wireless charger, Samsung 'fast charging' wall plug (not that it makes any difference to the 4 XL) and away you go Means not having to plug it in, means not having to unplug it when I want to use it when sat at my desk etc and easy charging; kind of sit it on the charger and forget

 

[newtda513]

What is good brand name for the wireless charger?

 

[DJM626]

Anker is one of, if not the best. It's the only brand I use

 

[darkmanx2g]

Anybody else have experience with third party chargers? The only wireless charger that seem to charge fast is the pixel stand charger. All other chargers are super slow.

 

[Joshua Luther2]

I bought a $10 wireless charger stand from AliExpress. It sits on my nightstand. I've been using it for the past week and it's very useful.

 

[newtda513]

which anker wireless charger did you get for your pixel 4?

Anker is one of, if not the best. It's the only brand I use

 

[cribble2k]

I have a Pixel Stand on my desk at work and I find it very convenient.

I'm going to buy a second Pixel Stand for my home office as well.