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TECHNOLOGY BUZZ WORDS
by Toppoint
WIRELESS CHARGING How does wireless charging work
With wireless charging, power is transferred via electromagnetic induction. While traditional charging requires power to pass through a wire, with inductive charging a device receives the power it needs through electromagnetic fields.
Magsafe
MagSafe is a magnetic technology developed by Apple that lets you wirelessly charge your Apple products (AirPods, iPhone 12 and up, and Apple Watch Series 4) using a compatible charger. The MagSafe magnets ensure that the device and charger align perfectly to get the maximum charging speed.
Fast charging
Fast Charging is an increasingly popular feature that allows you to charge up your device in just a fraction of the time it takes to do it the old-fashioned way. But not all products use the same type of fast charging—and not all chargers support the various standards.