Powermat: Charging without cords - magic and magnets
Powermat: Charging without cords - magic and magnets
The scoop: Powermat Wireless Charging Portable Mat, by Powermat USA, about $100 (for basic system).
What it is: The Powermat is a system of three connected square blocks that can recharge your portable gadgets, such as an iPhone, iPod, BlackBerry, Nintendo DSI or DSI Lite, and even cell phones. The system uses magnetic induction technology to recharge the devices without a user needing to connect or carry along another set of charging cables. The basic system comes with a Powercube universal receiver, which then includes charging tips for several devices. You can also purchase specific receivers for other devices (such as the Apple iPhone or iPod touch), which slip onto the back of the device and connect to the Powermat. For BlackBerries, you can buy a replacement back that includes the Powermat adapter.
Why it's cool: Wireless charging technology has been around for a few years, but this is the first system I've seen that's been so aimed at the consumer. Along with a very slick design -- such as the power cord that wraps around the adapter very nicely -- the three charging blocks fold up easily, making it simple to carry along on trips (the system comes with a carrying case), and the Powermat makes a fun, futuristic beep/squeak when your device is attached (magnetically) to the Powermat. Carrying along a Powermat and the charging tips is far easier than packing a bag with individual charging cables.
Even if you only use the mat at home (you can buy a separate home and office model, or just use the portable one), eliminating a bunch of power cables not only saves you on some outlet space, it makes everything look a bit nicer as well.
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