# Contactless Charging Devices The Wattup Mid Field Can Charge One's Phone from Three Feet Away By Ell Smith | Published 2017-12-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wattup-mid-field References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2017/12/26/fcc-approves-first-wireless-power-at-a-distance-charging-syste/) & [energous](http://energous.com) Smart devices have become so ingrained in our day-to-day lives, that we begin to panic at the sight of a low battery, which is why the WattUp Mid Field charger is providing a deep sense of relief for anyone who's attached to their smart device. What's so revolutionary about this particular charger is that fact that it offers a contactless charge. This means that the device can re-fuel one's battery from up to three feet away. The device is being developed by a San Jose-based start up, and is calling the technology 'power-at-a-distance.' The process possible as the transmitter converts electricity into radio frequencies, which can then charge a nearby device without the need for electrical outlets. This device has just been granted approval from FCC and hopes to be available for public consumption in the near future. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Contactless Charging:** The rise of contactless charging technology presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the consumer electronics industry. - **Power-at-a-distance:** The emergence of power-at-a-distance technology offers disruptive innovation opportunities for the charging accessories industry. - **Wireless Transmitter:** The trend towards wireless transmitters for charging purposes can present disruptive innovation opportunities for the telecommunications industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can leverage contactless charging technology to improve the user experience of smart devices. - **Charging Accessories:** The charging accessories industry can leverage power-at-a-distance technology to create new and innovative products. - **Telecommunications:** The telecommunications industry can leverage the trend towards wireless transmitters for charging purposes to improve the convenience of charging for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Future-Facing Charging Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charger-concepts.md) - [Wireless Charging Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freepower.md) - [Miniature Wireless Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neatcharge.md) - [Parking Spot Vehicle Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watt-ev-charger.md) - [Desk-Compatible Wireless Charger Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-charger.md) - [Compact Wireless Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-wireless-charger.md) - [Angular Wireless Charging Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charging-platform.md) - [Space-Saving Technology Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magepan-magnetic-wireless-charger.md) - [Kitchen Counter Wireless Charging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freepower-1.md)