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Qi2 Wireless Charging Stand Rating: 4.5 Stars Available in 3-in-1 and 2-in-1 options, Satechi's new Qi2 wireless charging stands might be the only accessories you'll need for your Apple devices. Skip To Our Expert Review Rating: 4.5 Stars Skip To Our Expert Review Pros Charge twice as fast as Qi1 chargers Foldable 3-in-1 option comes with 45W power brick Cons Could have a longer USB-C cable 2-in-1 option doesn't come with a power brick Last month, Satechi released its new batch of Qi2 wireless charging stands. Available in 3-in-1 and 2-in-1 options, they offer the best-integrated charging experience for your main Apple devices, such as the iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods – although they also work with devices from other brands, not just Apple. After a few weeks of testing, BGR shares our impressions of these new Satechi Qi2 wireless charging stands, and we'll tell you which you should choose depending on your needs. Design and connectivity Satechi's 3-in-1 and 2-in-1 options Image source: José Adorno for BGR Both Satechi 3-in-1 and 2-in-1 options have a similar design, with a square wireless charging pedestal for AirPods, a foldable arm where you can connect your iPhone, and the 3-in-1 option adds a fold-out Apple Watch charger. They're made of aluminum and vegan leather, with a silicone pad for placing the iPhone. These are very premium choices that show care for your Apple products, as they won't scratch when you place and remove them. What I like the most about Satechi Qi2 wireless charging stands is that they're foldable, so it's easy to take them on a trip because they can fit any backpack. It's easy to place the iPhone where you can always look at the display. You can also enjoy iOS 17's StandBy Mode for a cleaner and sleeker look. It's important to note that the 3-in-1 option includes a 45W power adapter and interchangeable lugs for international travel. In contrast, the 2-in-1 option has a plain back USB-C cable, so you must use your power adapter. It would have been nice if Satechi included a 2m cable instead of a 1m option, as the power brick of the 3-in-1 option can be used to charge some MacBook models – a bonus for taking one less power brick and cable to your travel. Charging speed Satechi's 2-in-1 option in action. Image source: José Adorno for BGR What makes these devices go-to choices is the addition of the Qi2 standard. With this technology, iPhone users can charge the iPhone 12 or newer with up to 15W of power. This performance was only possible with MagSafe-approved chargers, and it's now available to any company that embraces this new standard. Over 30 minutes of charge, you can get around 30% of the total charge on your iPhone. In addition, your Apple Watch Series 7 (or newer) also takes advantage of faster charging speeds in the 3-in-1 version. On the other hand, AirPods still charge at 5W, but this is not an issue since the case has a smaller battery. Here's how I've been using Satechi Qi2 wireless charging stands Image source: José Adorno for BGR Since Satechi sent BGR the two charging stand options, I decided to have the 3-in-1 charging stand in my bedroom and the 2-in-1 option on my office desk. Not only am I charging my Apple devices more often, but these stands really look good anywhere you place them. For the first time in months, I started using StandBy Mode, a nice tweak when preparing to go to bed or during my working hours, so I can check my calendar, photos, or other suggestions the iPhone brings. I have also traveled a bit with the SatechI 3-in-1 Qi2 charging stand, and it was nice, mainly because it was the only power adapter and USB-C cable I brought with me. I could keep my iPhone 15 Pro, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and AirPods Pro 2 always charged, and when I was not using it for my Apple devices, I could charge my Nintendo Switch. It was a win-win situation. Although the 45W charger isn't the best option to carry with my 14-inch MacBook Pro, it can help me in an emergency. It can also charge any iPad I bring, so it's the ultimate charging accessory you'll need. Pricing and which one to choose Image source: José Adorno for BGR The Satechi 3-in-1 model is priced at $130, while the 2-in-1 option is priced at $80. The 3-in-1 option is a bit more expensive since the company is still licensing Apple Watch technology from Cupertino while also adding a 45W power brick and international plug adapters. I think this is the go-to option since it's more convenient for both at-home and traveling experiences. However, if you don't own an Apple Watch, you should go with the affordable 2-in-1 option and use your own power brick with this accessory. That said, Qi2 chargers don't replace a good, quick charge by connecting a cable to your iPhone. However, you'll get better speeds while adding more convenience since it's easier to attach your iPhone/Apple Watch/AirPods to this stand instead of powering them with several cables. Customers agree with me, as Satechi's 3-in-1 Qi2 wireless charging stand is usually sold out – but the company just restocked it. The 2-in-1 option is also available on Satechi's website. Don't Miss: iPhone 12 owners got a surprise feature with latest iOS 17.4 update The post Satechi Qi2 wireless charging stand review: Best 3-in-1 and 2-in-1 options appeared first on BGR. 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The monumental career of Dolly Parton took one unexpected turn after another, from the formative years of her childhood to her entry into the world of music and her rise to stardom. Porter Wagoner is an essential name in any discussion of Parton’s career, but Dolly Parton herself has set the record straight and insisted he did not discover her. Why? Country music singer Porter Wagoner served as a promoter, mentor, and collaborator for Parton in the early days of her carer. His program, The Porter Wagoner Show, provided Parton with a platform to show the “Jolene” singer off to a wider audience. But as far as Parton is concerned, someone was already setting her on the right path for a solid career before he even entered the picture. Dolly Parton explains how Porter Wagoner did not discover her the way many credit him for Dolly: My Life and Other Unfinished Business / Amazon Back in 1994, Parton released her autobiography, Dolly: My Life and Other Unfinished Business, in which she provides a candid look into her life and career. “I sometimes wonder if Porter doesn’t take more credit than he deserves,” she mused within its pages. RELATED: Dolly Parton Opens Up About Not Having Children With Husband Carl Dean She elaborated, “On the other hand, I often wonder if he gets enough credit. Porter did not discover me, as my Uncle Bill had spent many years heading me in the right direction. Bill had brought me to the attention of Fred Foster, Monument Records, and Combine Publishing.” Additionally, Wagoner was not the one to discover a diamond in the rough; rather, news was already starting to spread and Wagoner heard about the “new girl on the scene.” Parton needed to spread her wings Porter Wagoner is often credite with discovering Dolly Parton / Everett Collection When she started out, one of Parton’s earliest gigs saw her performing at a gas station. She’s an almost literal rags-to-riches story, having been born in a one-room cabin with barely enough money to have Christmas with presents—sometimes not even that. Her first day in Music City was spent catching up on laundry. But it was Parton who clawed her way from obscurity to mounting fame, mentored first and foremost by her uncle. “I had three chart records of my own and had co-written a ‘country song of the year’ with Uncle Bill,” she recounted. “I had a band and had traveled around the country by then. I had appeared on national television shows, including American Bandstand.” All this without Wagoner. Parton names her uncle and herself as big driving forces behind her fame before Wagoner worked with her / © Abramorama / Courtesy Everett Collection However, Parton acknowledges that Wagoner does have a place in the story of her life and is more than willing to sing him his dues. “I want to say that I will forever be grateful to Porter for the chance he gave me to display my God-given talent in such a big way,” she asserted in her autobiography. Unfortunately, Wagoner appeared to agree with this assertion in a very big way and filed a suit against her for three million dollars, “claiming he had made me a star and was entitled to a percentage of my career for life.” Parton added, “I could have probably won the case in court, but to spare Carl and my family the heartache a long bitter court fight would have caused, I agreed to settle out of court for around one million dollars.” Wagoner died in 2007 at the age of 80. At the public funeral service held in his honor at the Grand Ole Opry, Parton led an all-star lineup in a powerful rendition of “I Saw the Light” dedicated to his memory. COMPANY’S COMIN’: A TRIBUTE TO PORTER WAGONER, from left: Porter Wagoner, Dolly Parton, (aired August 5, 1997). ph: Jim Hagans / ©TNN / Couttesy Everett Collection RELATED: Dolly Parton Explains Why She Will Never Talk About Politics Click for next Article The post Dolly Parton Insists Porter Wagoner Did Not Discover Her appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Dana Daly