Qi
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Qi is a widely adopted open wireless charging standard that enables compatible devices to charge inductively on charging pads without physical connectors.
All labels observed (1)
| Label | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| Qi canonical | 10 |
Statements (46)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
inductive charging standard
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wireless charging standard ⓘ |
| abbreviationFor | “Qi” (pronounced “chee”) from the Chinese word for vital energy ⓘ |
| applicationDomain |
consumer electronics
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small electronic devices ⓘ smartphones ⓘ smartwatches ⓘ tablets ⓘ wireless earbuds cases ⓘ |
| benefit |
convenient drop‑and‑charge experience
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enables sealed or water‑resistant device designs ⓘ reduces wear on physical connectors ⓘ |
| chargingMode | static placement on pad (no long‑distance power transfer) ⓘ |
| communicationMethod | low‑power communication between charger and device for control ⓘ |
| competesWith | proprietary wireless charging solutions ⓘ |
| designGoal |
cross‑brand compatibility for chargers and devices
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universal wireless charging ecosystem ⓘ |
| enables |
charging without physical connectors
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wireless charging ⓘ |
| feature |
backward compatibility across Qi generations
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foreign object detection ⓘ interoperability between certified chargers and devices ⓘ over‑current protection ⓘ over‑voltage protection ⓘ temperature control mechanisms ⓘ |
| governingBody | Wireless Power Consortium ⓘ |
| interoperabilityProgram | Qi certification program ⓘ |
| logo | Qi wordmark and symbol indicating compatibility ⓘ |
| marketAdoption |
commonly available in public charging spots
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widely adopted by major smartphone manufacturers ⓘ |
| powerRange |
up to 15 W for fast wireless charging in later versions
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up to 5 W in early versions ⓘ |
| requires |
Qi‑certified transmitter (charging pad)
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Qi‑compatible receiver in the device ⓘ compliance testing for Qi certification ⓘ |
| safetyStandard | limits electromagnetic field exposure within regulatory guidelines ⓘ |
| standardizedBy | Wireless Power Consortium specifications ⓘ |
| supports |
alignment guides or coils for efficient coupling
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charging on compatible charging pads ⓘ short‑range power transfer ⓘ wireless power transfer ⓘ |
| technologyType | open standard ⓘ |
| useCase |
desk and bedside charging pads
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integrated charging in furniture ⓘ in‑car wireless charging trays ⓘ |
| uses | inductive coupling ⓘ |
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