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Wireless Charging

Power Banks

Speakers

Headphones & Earbuds

Cables & Adaptors

Trackers

Wireless Charging

Terms to Know
Wireless Charging

Power is delivered through a plugged-in pad, puck, or stand – just place the device on top. Pads have no built-in battery, so they can't store power.

Wireless Charging Power Bank

Charged wirelessly or wired, the built-in battery allows devices to be powered on-the-go.

FOD

Foreign Object Detection. A safety feature in wireless charging devices that stops power delivery if a foreign object is detected, preventing interference or overheating.

Qi Certification

A Wireless Power Consortium certification showing a device passed independent lab tests for safe, reliable, efficient, and interoperable charging.

Watts

This measure indicates the total energy output the charging device can provide at any time.

MagSafe

Apple’s magnetic wireless charging for iPhone 12 – 15. Built-in ring magnets auto-align accessories and enable up to 15W charging.

15W WIRELESS CHARGING provides faster charging speeds for compatible devices, minimizing downtime.

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Power Banks

Terms to Know
mAh (Milliamp-Hour)

Measures the battery capacity of the power bank i.e. the size of the power bank battery.

Watts

This measure indicates the total energy output the charging device can provide at any time.

Standard Power Bank Output

5V/2A which equals 10 Watts; sufficient for charging most phones and smaller devices.

High Power Output

Power Banks 18W or higher. Laptops need a minimum of 50W output.

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Speakers

Terms to Know
Playback Time

How long the audio item can play audio at max volume.

Watts

Measure of power output of a speaker and higher wattage generally means louder sound and better performance at higher volumes, enhancing overall audio quality.

IPX Rating

The IPX rating indicates how well a speaker resists water; the "X" means dust wasn't tested. Higher numbers mean more protection-IPX4 handles splashes, IPX5 resists water jets, and IPX7 allows brief submersion.

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Headphones & Earbuds

Terms to Know
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)

ANC technology generates white noise to block out surrounding sounds, making headphones and earbuds ideal for travel and work.

Multi-point connection

Feature allows audio device to connect to two devices at the same time, such as your phone and your laptop. Users can seamlessly switch between two devices without reconnecting Bluetooth.

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Cables & Adaptors

Terms to Know
Input Tip

The end of the cable that connects to the power bank or USB adapter.

Output Tip

The end of the cable that connects to the device (phone, tablet, etc) that needs to be charged.

Cable Ends
  • USB-A: Typically used as the input for power banks and USB adapters
  • USB-C: The newest and most versatile USB type
  • Lightning: Apple's proprietary USB type for iPhone models and earlier
  • PCNA 2-in-1 Cable: Features a combination of micro USB and lightning connectors on the output side. These are not MFI certified.
  • MFI-certified: Certified cables by Apple that can charge and transfer data
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Trackers

Terms to Know
Bluetooth Range

Works up to -98 ft. outside of this range, you'll receive an alert.

Companion Apps

Compatible with Find My (iOS/Android) and Google Find Hub for last known location + sound alerts.

Sound Alerts (dB)

Trackers can emit a sound to help you locate items nearby.

Battery Types

Button cell battery: -12 months lifespan

Connects via Bluetooth
(Up to 300 ft. range)

Out-of-range alert

Locate via app

battery

Button cell battery
12 months

Rechargable battery
120 Days

Everyday use
Keys, Wallet, Backpack etc.

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