# Infrared Charging Technology Wi-Charge Aims to Introduce the World to the Future Cordless Charging By Justin Lam | Published 2018-11-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicharge References: [digitaltrends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/home/wi-charge-wireless-power-kit/) & [wi-charge](http://www.wi-charge.com/) Smart speakers have proved to be incredibly helpful to cord cutters, but the Wi-Charge aims to further the cause of cord cutters but allowing wireless charging via infrared light. The device is already received a CES 2019 Innovation Awards Honoree and introduces technology that borders on the science-fiction. The implementation of the Wi-Charge could drastically change how smart speakers function in a home as placement is no longer bound by plugs and sockets. While the Wi-Charge is an incredibly impressive piece of tech, the endgame of its manufacturer is something even more innovative. The Tel Aviv-based company is currently looking for partners who would be willing to integrate the receivers and transmitters into third-party devices. This is exemplified in the companies 'Powered by Wi-Charge OEM Program,' which is solely focused on helping select equipment manufacturers to bring wirelessly charged products to market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wireless Charging:** The Wi-Charge introduces wireless charging via infrared light, disrupting traditional corded charging methods. - **Smart Home Integration:** Integrating receivers and transmitters into third-party devices has the potential to revolutionize how smart speakers function in a home. - **OEM Partnerships:** The 'Powered by Wi-Charge OEM Program' opens up opportunities for equipment manufacturers to bring wirelessly charged products to market, fostering innovative collaborations. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can leverage wireless charging technology to enhance the functionality and convenience of their products. - **Home Automation:** The integration of Wi-Charge technology into smart home devices can disrupt the home automation industry by eliminating the need for physical power cords. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore partnerships with Wi-Charge to incorporate wireless charging capabilities into their products, creating new avenues for innovation in the manufacturing industry. ## 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) - [Wireless Power Infrastructure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-power1.md) - [Desk-Compatible Wireless Charger Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-charger.md) - [Origami-Style Charger Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicharge-folding-wireless-charger.md) - [Kitchen Counter Wireless Charging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freepower-1.md) - [LED Bedside Wireless Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/csl.md) - [WiFi-Charged Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-faithfull-speaker.md) - [Miniature Wireless Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neatcharge.md)