LG WCD-800: Wireless Charger for Smartphone


Bangalore: LG launched a Wireless charging pod ‘WCD-800’ last week at MWC 2012 in Barcelona. LG announced this new interesting device to the tech world along with its new breed of smartphones at the show.

The WCD-800 will work with all new smartphones like LG Optimus 4X HD and LG Optimus Vu which were released in MWC. It is also compatible with all other devices supporting Qi standards for wireless charging.

The wireless charger has electric coils which powers smartphone using the magnetic fields. The WCD-800 comes in a cradle like shape and the smartphone can be placed either in portrait or landscape while charging. It also enables users to enjoy watching videos, make calls and send messages when your smartphone is getting charged, this is one unique feature when compared to other wireless chargers.

This charger will release first in Korea, then in North America by the end of quarter second of 2012. The company has not revealed its price details yet.