Maybe this is just my own preference talking here, because I don’t like wireless charging myself, but my impression is that a major distinguishing factor of OnePlus is their fast charging, and wireless charging can push considerably less power than current OnePlus phones can intake via USB PD, even prior to the efficiency loss from wireless.
OP also had fastest wireless charging. You did have to get their custom charger, but it was worth it for $30. Came with a built in fan to cool the coil/battery that went full Ra mode, but 30w wireless charging was nice.
Still, wireless charging is literally one 0.5mm thick coil glued to the battery or other part of the phone. Doesn’t require much in terms of hardware and it brings a lot of convenience. My phone is for example charged exclusively by wireless. I don’t care it’s slow. When I get home, I place my phone on the tray and am done. When I leave I just pick it up.
Maybe this is just my own preference talking here, because I don’t like wireless charging myself, but my impression is that a major distinguishing factor of OnePlus is their fast charging, and wireless charging can push considerably less power than current OnePlus phones can intake via USB PD, even prior to the efficiency loss from wireless.
OP also had fastest wireless charging. You did have to get their custom charger, but it was worth it for $30. Came with a built in fan to cool the coil/battery that went full Ra mode, but 30w wireless charging was nice.
Their wired ones now go to 100W though, IMO that is infinitely more “convenient”
Not even close. I haven’t had a single phone that didn’t start having usb port issues especially with high bandwidth situations like Android auto.
Pocket lint, sweat, random shit. None of that affects wireless charging.
I loved how fast OP could charge, but I choose slow ass charging Pixel over OP because of lack of Qi.
I’ll be back on OP bandwagon as soon as they realize their mistake and bring back wireless charging.
Still, wireless charging is literally one 0.5mm thick coil glued to the battery or other part of the phone. Doesn’t require much in terms of hardware and it brings a lot of convenience. My phone is for example charged exclusively by wireless. I don’t care it’s slow. When I get home, I place my phone on the tray and am done. When I leave I just pick it up.