OnePlus 13 comes with magnetic wireless charging – but its not the kind I want

OnePlus 13 back.

I have not been quiet about the fact that I want to see Qi2 wireless charging appear on Android phones. Partly for the extra charging benefits coming with the new standard, but also because of the magnetic ring. Perfect charging alignment, and the opportunity to use magnetic accessories, like the best iPhones have been able to enjoy thanks to MagSafe.

Now in comes the OnePlus 13, which offers magnetic wireless charging… of sorts. Rather than offering Qi2, or building regular magnets into the phone, OnePlus has taken a different approach. It’s offering an official magnetic case, and a new AirVOCC magnetic wireless charger. It’s clearly trying to be like Qi2 without actually being Qi2 — and it doesn’t work.