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Exclusive: Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Are Getting Upgraded Wireless Phone Chargers
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Key Points:
- Tesla is set to upgrade its wireless phone chargers across its vehicle lineup by adding an actively cooled charging pad, originally introduced in the Model Y L, to prevent phones from overheating during charging.
- The new charging pads will increase wireless charging speeds from the current 15W to up to 50W for phones supporting non-Qi2 fast wireless charging, providing a significant improvement in convenience and efficiency.
- This actively cooled charger includes fans beneath the charging pad to direct airflow and reduce heat buildup, addressing issues caused by direct sunlight or summer temperatures.
- The upgraded charging component, engineered in China, is designed to be compatible with the Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, simplifying production, though adapting it for the Cybertruck may require a custom design due to its unique console layout.
- While the update brings faster charging and cooling, it may not include support for the Qi2 wireless charging standard, which would improve phone alignment and charging speed further, especially for Apple MagSafe-compatible devices.
