We are living in a world that is increasingly connected. Mobile technology means we are only ever a click away from instant access to anything we want.

The downside with that is we demand more from our mobile devices and expect their batteries to keep us online for longer and with minimal downtime. This presents a huge challenge for both device and battery manufacturers, but also opens exciting opportunities for manufacturers to extend their services in this field.

A new solution from Legrand is Wireless Power (Wi-Power). Wireless charging allows the user to charge their device without the need of a cable and works by using electromagnetic fields from one device to create an electric current inside another.

Kick off with the wireless wave

Legrand is focusing on three key areas for wireless charging products: for the home; for the office and for users on the move. Each solution is designed for ease of use and to remove the need for product-specific charging devices.

For sleek streamlined functionality in either the home or office, tabletop wireless charging pad can be built into furniture; a desk, the kitchen counter, or even a bedside table.

The wall-mounted wireless chargers can be plugged into a standard electrical wall plate. The user simply needs to place the mobile device into the wireless stand and charging begins automatically. These wall-mounted chargers also feature an additional USB to enable charging of more than one device at a time.

Legrand has also made outdoor wireless charging solutions with their shockproof/weatherproof wireless wall-mounted option. Ideal if the user is working on a commercial project that involves busy public places such as hotels, libraries and airports.