If you’re scratching your head over the perfect Christmas gift, look no further. Last year, my mum took the reins and eliminated all festive gifting stress by giving everyone the exact same present – a move of absolute genius.
While it wasn’t on anyone’s wish list, it’s been universally loved by everyone who received one. A year later, it remains one of the most thoughtful gifts we’ve received, as they are used daily without fail.
The gift? A wireless phone charger. Despite us all receiving the same gift, each had unique features that made them ideal for each recipient.
The beauty of a wireless phone charger is that it’s a highly practical gift, regardless of whether you’re into beauty, tech, outdoor activities or have a completely different hobby. Plus, they’re typically under £25, making them a relatively affordable gift, reports the Mirror.
One of the models mum purchased was this 3 in 1 Wireless Charging Station from Amazon. Originally priced at £30.64, it’s currently reduced to £21.65 ahead of the Black Friday sale.
This docking station not only charges your phone but also has docking stations for your AirPods and Apple Watch, making it perfect for anyone needing to charge all three gadgets overnight.
The sleek charging dock not only looks the part on a bedside table but also puts an end to the need for multiple cords, reducing clutter and eliminating tangled wires. One user, whose brother swapped out trio of chargers for this neater solution, has won praise from his spouse as well – it certainly seems like a present that keeps on pleasing.
Besides its stylish appearance, the charging station is equipped with an LED indicator light that effortlessly shows whether your devices are charging or in standby mode. And if you’re worried about brightness during sleep, there’s no need; a simple touch-sensitive button lets you switch off the light, an excellent feature for those who, like my father, are sensitive to light at night.
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While it’s ideal for Apple users, Samsung enthusiasts might need to look elsewhere since this gadget is designed solely for compatibility with Apple products – a limitation indeed. Furthermore, unlike some other models available online, this charger isn’t foldable, which could make it a bit more cumbersome to take along when travelling.
Users on Amazon have rated the device highly, giving it a 4.3-star rating across over 6,500 reviews. A satisfied customer shared, “So good – I bought a second one. Really organised my bedside table and charges really quickly. Very impressed. Got rid of two additional charging cables.”
One user praised: “Very impressed that this charges my phone even when it is in a fairly sturdy wallet style case. The watch charges at just the right angle to be able to see the time during the night without having to pick it up.
“Having a single plug for phone, watch and AirPods removes the tangle of wires beside the bed, and means that hotel rooms with very few sockets no longer raise the dilemma of which single device to charge overnight.”
However, another user found the LED light irritating, stating: “This looked great and did what it was meant to. However, the base has an annoying LED light which remains on all of the time when charging. I was charging my phone and watch in the bedroom and the light was so annoying. I sent it back and will look for one without LED lights.”
For those who don’t need to charge watches, a simpler option might be the Anker Wireless Charger. The PowerWave Pad, compatible with both Samsung and Apple devices, priced at £11.99 instead of £15.99.
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