Featuring high-performing Qi2 chargers and mighty GaN solutions, Belkin’s status as a top tech company has only grown in the four decades it has been on Planet Earth, with its latest technologies constantly evolving marvels of the ultimate in truly enhanced mobility!
Belkin isn’t just a leading consumer electronics brand for 40 years, it is a company that has grown alongside tech titans such as Apple, and others, with its founder Chet Pipkin, whom I interviewed back in 2015, being a legend of his own, with this interview from the LMU College of Business Administration describing Pipkin as being “considered one of the most successful tech entrepreneurs of our time.”
His ongoing legacy is a strong Belkin, which introduced four new products across its mobile power and connectivity portfolios, underscoring Belkin innovation, design excellence, dedication to quality, and commitment to building products more responsibly. Belkin showevcased its newly announced products at CES Unveiled Las Vegas – the official media event of CES 2024, with my interview with Alex Faust, Belkin’s Senior Product Evangelist, embedded below.
We start by looking at the new Auto-Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit, and then looked at two new GAN-powered devices, three new Qi 2 batteries, and three awesome Magsafe and Qi 2 chargers, as you’ll see below – after which the article continues with more details, so please watch and read on!
Charging in a snap with Qi2
BoostCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Stand
Leveraging the new Qi2 standard, this powerful 3-in-1 wireless charger offers perfect alignment and reliable charging for Qi2-enabled devices at 15W, fast charging for Apple Watch Series 7 and later, and optimal charging for wireless earbuds. Built to include an adjustable hinge, users can effortlessly adjust the angle of the phone for optimal viewing while watching videos, reading articles or video chatting. It is made with a minimum 75% post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials.
Australian RRP – $229.95
Launching in March 2024, more specific information to be advised closer to launch date.
BoostCharge Pro Magnetic Power Bank
The Qi2 magnetic power bank delivers up to 15W of power for Qi2-enabled devices on-the-go, without the hassle of cables. It is engineered with an integrated kickstand for propping the phone up while streaming, reading, or chatting, and works with magnetic and MagSafe cases up to 3mm thick. “Power pass-through” allows for charging the power bank and Qi2 device in one simple action via USB-C port. Offered in 5K, 8K and 10K options, consumers can choose the best power bank for their charging needs. Internal housing (excluding cable) of this product is made with a minimum 72% PCR materials.
Australian RRPs
- 5K – $99.95
- 8K – $119.95
- 10K – $149.95
Launching in Q2 of 2024, more specific information to be advised closer to launch date.
Power-packed and compact with GaN
BoostCharge Pro 4-Port USB-C GaN Charger 200W
The new 4-Port USB-C GaN Wall Charger packs an impressive 200W of power for fast charging up to 4 devices at the same time. It supports high powered laptops and gaming laptops and is engineered with GaN technology and Programmable Power Supply (PPS) to provide efficient power output and smart power allocation, giving connected devices a safe and optimal charge. The 4-Port USB-C GaN Wall Charger declutters the workspace while charging laptops, tablets, phones, smart watches and earbuds simultaneously – no extra power bricks needed. It is compact and power-packed, measured at 92mm x 118.5mm x 35.5mm, and 650g/1.32lbs. The housing (excluding power cord) of this product is made with a minimum 72% PCR materials.
Australian RRP – $189.95
Launching in early 2024, more specific information to be advised closer to launch date.
Built more responsibly
In line with the company’s commitment to find more responsible ways to build products, Belkin’s newly announced BoostCharge solutions are made with a minimum of 72% post consumer recycled (PCR) materials and sold in plastic-free packaging. One year since Belkin announced its transition to PCR, it has transitioned over 200 products to incorporate PCR, and has replaced 64 metric tons of virgin plastic with PCR materials. Belkin remains committed to its goal of 100% carbon neutrality in its offices and operations (scope 1 & 2 emissions) by 2025 while tackling product level emissions (scope 3).