Integrated Qi Charging Vs. Cover Charging

[Indistinguishable]

One feature of my Icon that I know that I would never want to be missing in any of my future devices is wireless charging. Qi charging makes life that much easier. And more and more cars, restaurants, OEM's, etc... Are starting to support Qi charging as well.

Rubino mentioned in his article (Microsoft's Cityman and Talkman flagship Lumia phones and what you need to know | Windows Central) that while the Cityman will have integrated Qi charging, the Talkman may be relegated to a Qi cover.

Rubino does say here that it's possible there could be a replacement back to remedy the problem.

What are your thoughts on integrated vs. cover charging?

 

[Laura Knotek]

I prefer integrated Qi charging, since that works with any cases, even Otterbox, which is the type that I prefer for extra protection and durability.

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[to_be_announced]

Definitely integrated. It removes the need to spend even more money to get a feature that should be built into the phone.

 

[someone2639]

I'd prefer some sort of flip case that enhances the charging ability

 

[RumoredNow]

Qi charging with a case required always makes me feel cheated. Integrated FTW.

 

[someone2639]

Why not get the pad with the phone?!

 

[EMitchell]

Absolutely want the wireless charging, and would prefer an integrated solution, rather than an add-on case. While MS isn't calling the Talkman a 'Flagship', it's still poised as the high-end phone. This is a feature that should be standard, rather than an add-on.

I'm glad MS has stuck with Qi, allowing me to continue with my current charging dock.

 

[hopmedic]

Qi is a must after using it for years. I have it in my car (http://forums.windowscentral.com/nokia-lumia-928/234557-2.htm#post2061550), on my desk (http://forums.windowscentral.com/nokia-lumia-928/226147-13.htm#post1999952). So either way, integrated or added on, I'm going to have to have Qi. Of course, integrated is MUCH preferred....

 

[gentry33]

Regardless of how it's implemented will AT&T screw it up seeing as they signed on to the powermat consortium?

 

[RumoredNow]

I don't have PMA equipment but didn't ATT 830 have both PMA & Qi?

I can say positively my 830 with an ATT logo back worked on Qi chargers.

 

[Indistinguishable]

Why not get the pad with the phone?!

I bought my Icon at the Microsoft Store, and it actually did come with my choice of either a Nokia Qi Stand or Qi Pad. So there's that. It'd be great if they continued running promotions like that.

 

[Laura Knotek]

This is an older article, but look what was the winner from our sister site AndroidCentral a couple years ago. Qi wireless charger showdown | Android Central

 

[spiff_p239]

I love the built in Qi charging of my Lumia 735 and definitely want it built in on the 950. I love not having to fidget with cables or risk dragging my phone off the nightstand if I accidentally snag the micro USB cable.

 

[Vijay_Anand]

Forgive my ignorance. But what's the difference between integrated Qi charging and an add-on case? I use an 830 right now and I notice that the cover has the contact points for charging. Is this integrated Qi charging? I'd appreciate if somebody could explain this to me.

 

[Xavier2508]

Forgive my ignorance. But what's the difference between integrated Qi charging and an add-on case? I use an 830 right now and I notice that the cover has the contact points for charging. Is this integrated Qi charging? I'd appreciate if somebody could explain this to me.

the way some here are talking about integrated versus cover/case may be a little confusing, but yes, the 830 counts as integrated since it's there in the cover you get with your device, and does not require a cover or case bought separately at additional cost.

 

[Gunbust3r]

But if you make it a case and then spec it with extra brittle plastic the consumer gets to buy it again and again and again. Profit!

(Lumia 925 Qi back i'm talking about you)

 

[Vijay_Anand]

the way some here are talking about integrated versus cover/case may be a little confusing, but yes, the 830 counts as integrated since it's there in the cover you get with your device, and does not require a cover or case bought separately at additional cost.

That clears it up a bit. Thank you.

 

[EMitchell]

Really, it comes down to having to add an additional case to the phone to take advantage of wireless charging. Personally, anything that makes the phone larger is a negative for me. I don't want to have an added layer of thickness, nor do I want to have to buy the add-on charging case. But the Cityman dimensions are too big for my tastes, so I won't go that route.

 

[to_be_announced]

I'm still holding out hope that the Qi charging feature is built in without the need for an additional purchase for a case. Should be included in a flagship phone IMO.

 

[Lee B]

For me, integrated Qi charging is one of the strongest features of Window phone -- one of the reasons I tolerate missing apps. If that goes, I'll probably go too.