Should have done this sooner: Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (Foldable 3-in-1)

Introduction

Sometimes it’s just the little things that bring so much joy. Like this charger.

You may not think it’s so exciting. After all, it’s just a charger. But I love this thing. Before, I was drifting aimlessly through life using three cables to charge three devices like a lunatic. Thankfully, there’s another way. The 3-in-1, on-the-go, wireless charging station kind of way.

I’m taking a look at the Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station, a device that I purchased. I’ll show you what it does, and why I think it’s fantastic.

Main Points

Features

The Anker MagGo is a 3-in-1, foldable, wireless charging station. It can charge your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch simultaneously. Any iPhone with MagSafe, all Apple Watch models, and earbuds with wireless charging cases should all work with this. It’s Qi2 certified, MagSafe compatible, and delivers 15W fast-charging. The latest Apple Watch can go from zero to 47% charge in just 30 minutes.

What really sets this apart is the design. It is ultra-compact and foldable. When folded down, it’s about the size of a deck of cards, and it weighs less than 7 ounces. On top is the wireless phone charger with an anti-slip material that holds your device magnetically. The phone charger can go from completely flat up to 65 degrees. It can charge in portrait or landscape, making it great for StandBy mode.

If you’re unfamiliar, StandBy is like a smart display for your iPhone offering glanceable information, such as the time, date, weather, or calendar events, with quick access to different apps. With StandBy enabled, it is activated when your iPhone is locked and on a MagSafe charger in a horizontal layout. In a dark room, the display automatically dims and turns red so it doesn’t disturb you at night.

The hinge on this charger is super strong. It has no problem maintaining any angle I choose with a hefty iPhone 15 Pro Max attached. Beneath the phone charger is a space to wirelessly charge your AirPods. It features the same anti-slip material. And finally, there is a flip-out Apple Watch charger that is certified to fast charge an Apple Watch. This hinge is also super strong.

The charger connects to power via a right-angle USB-C connector. Both the USB-C cable and charging brick are included with the charging station. Anker claims this device monitors temperature 3MM times per day to ensure devices remain at the optimal temperature during high-speed charging. The charger comes in two colors, white and black. I love how well the white version blends seamlessly into my nightstand for a clean, uncluttered look.

Use Cases

What I love most about this charger is the versatility. A lot of 3-in-1 chargers are designed to be a permanent fixture on a desk or nightstand, or they are designed specifically for travel.

In my view, the Anker MagGo excels at both: It looks and works great as a daily driver on my nightstand or desk, and it’s quick and easy to fold down and toss in a bag when I’m on-the-go or traveling. It’s the only mobile charger I need whether I’m home or away. If you don’t have an Apple Watch, you can keep the watch charger folded underneath for an even more streamlined look.

Final Thoughts

3-in-1 chargers are nothing new, but I’ve been slow to adopt because I just found them to be expensive, with many costing around $150. But I was sick of all the cables running across my nightstand, or being down at my desk and not being able to quickly juice up any one of my devices. When I saw this device on sale during Amazon’s Prime Day, I grabbed it for $88, or 20% off.

If I could change one thing, I would have the USB-C cable coming directly out the back of the charger for an even cleaner look.

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