# Wireless Charge Consumer reliance on smart technology pushes for seamless charging solutions. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Jul 22, 2014 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/wireless-charge ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.8/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Wireless Charge trend? **Wireless Charge:** As consumers rely on wireless technology like RFID and AirDrop more than ever, the want and need for wireless charging has resulted in a variety of solutions that highlight simplicity and ergonomics. The push for open-source power places an emphasis on convenience and decreases reliance on traditional infrastructure. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 16 to Sep 23, 2014 - Published: Jul 22, 2014 - Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity) ## Audience - Gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Wireless Charge trend ### Open-Source Power Consumers want for open-source power places an emphasis on convenience and decreases reliance on traditional infrastructure. ### Wireless Charging Consumer reliance on smart technology pushes for seamless charging solutions. ### Sustainability The demand for sustainable chargers, made from eco-friendly materials, is on the rise. ## What the Wireless Charge trend means for industry ### For Electronics Electronics companies have a chance to develop eco-friendly and sustainable charging solutions. ### For Technology Technologists can explore the potential of open-source power systems and the use of wireless charging technology. ### For Hospitality Hotels, coffee shops and other public places can take advantage of wireless charging mats to enhance customer experience. ## Trend signals for Wireless Charge Trend score 4.8 out of 10, from popularity 77%, activity 59%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 77% - Activity: 59% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Wireless Charge trend 8 featured examples from Mar 16 to Sep 23, 2014. - [Sustainable Sophisticated Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swich-wireless-charger): The Swich Wireless Charger is Viewer-Friendly from All Angles (Category: Eco) Implication: The mobile accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of sustainable wireless charging by developing eco-friendly charging solutions. - [Wireless Wooden Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-speakers): The Qi Wooden Speaker is Bluetooth Enabled and Charges Your Phone (Category: Tech) Implication: The consumer electronics industry can explore integrating wireless charging technology into a wide range of devices, providing convenience and eliminating the need for cables. - [Powerful Charger Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charger-backpack): TYLT's Energi+ Power Backpack Charges Three Devices on the Go (Category: Tech) Implication: The consumer electronics industry should explore the integration of portable charging capabilities into various accessories to cater to the growing demand for on-the-go power. - [Accelerated Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-phone-charger): The Legion Meter is an Ultra Fast Phone Charger (Category: Tech) Implication: The electronics manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of accelerated device charging by developing and producing faster chargers that meet consumer demand for quick a… - [Coffee Chain Phone-Charging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charging-mats): Starbucks is Rolling Out Wireless Charging Mats Across American Stores (Category: Tech) Implication: The deployment of wireless charging mats in coffee chains indicates the potential for the coffee industry to leverage technological advancements to attract and retain customers. - [Wireless Phone-Charging Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowdeck): The Glowdeck is a Wireless Speaker That Charges Your Smartphone (Category: Tech) - [Ingenious Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theo-power): The Theo Power Case Can Charge Your Phone Wirelessly and with a Battery (Category: Tech) Implication: The Theo Power case presents an opportunity for electronics accessory companies to create innovative smartphone cases with wireless charging and removable battery packs. - [Independent Phone-Charging Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/current-table): The Current Table Works as an Electronic Device Charger & Table (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The integration of solar panels into furniture presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the furniture manufacturing industry, allowing for the development of eco-friendly… ## Recent trend clusters - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) - [Portable Power](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/portable-power1) (Tech) - [Guided Autonomy](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/guided-autonomy) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Offline Notetaking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offline-notetaking-apps) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - 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