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The Upright is a Qi2.2 Wireless Charging Stand

The Upright was developed by Modhaus as a Qi2.2 wireless charging stand that combines consumer electronics with furniture-inspired materials. The charger features a hand-cast concrete base paired with a solid hardwood face available in Walnut, Oak, or Black-Stained Oak. Weighing more than 600g, the stand remains stable during one-handed docking and removal, while its tapered form positions compatible devices at a 30-degree viewing angle for charging, FaceTime, StandBy mode, and Face ID. The soft-touch charging surface protects devices, and a protective bumper lines the underside of the base.

The charging stand delivers up to 25W of wireless power when paired with a 30W or higher USB-C adapter and supports MagSafe-compatible iPhones from the iPhone 12 onward, compatible Android devices with magnetic cases, and AirPods with MagSafe charging cases. The package includes a two-meter braided USB-C cable, while the power adapter is sold separately.

Trend Themes

  1. Furniture-inspired Electronics — Consumer tech products gain premium appeal when they borrow materials, forms, and tactile cues from interiors, creating room for devices that function as both tools and decor.
  2. Weighted Charging Accessories — Heavier, stability-focused charging hardware addresses daily friction around docking and removal, signaling potential for accessories designed around ergonomics as much as power delivery.
  3. Magnetic Desk Companions — Qi2 and MagSafe compatibility are expanding charging stands into always-visible desktop companions for video calls, glanceable displays, and multifunctional device placement.

Industry Implications

  1. Consumer Electronics — Material-led differentiation in charging devices creates openings for premium accessories that move beyond plastic utility into design-conscious lifestyle objects.
  2. Home Furnishings — The blending of hardwood, concrete, and device support points to a growing overlap between small furniture, decor, and connected hardware categories.
  3. Mobile Accessories — Cross-device magnetic charging standards are reshaping accessory ecosystems by supporting iPhones, Android devices, and earbuds within cohesive charging formats.

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