Ikea launches invisible wireless charger to place under a desk

If you are looking to add a very discreet wireless charger to your desk or table, then Ikea may have what you need. The Swedish giant has unveiled Sjömärke, a wireless charger that can be completely invisible.

Sjömärke is not like most Qi wireless chargers, where you would put your phone or headphones directly on it. Indeed, instead, 173mm by 86mm aluminum and plastic loader works through plastic or wood, so that you can use its double-sided tape (or screws, not included) to place it under a table or on a shelf.

The charging base is equipped with Qi 1.2.4 technology, which means that it can provide 5 W wireless charging. So it is not the fastest charger, we are far from the 100 W of the charger. powerful wireless from Xiaomi. Still, this will likely be enough to power your phone or headphones while you work.

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The wireless charger can charge your smartphone through a table

According to Ikea, the wireless charger is capable of charging your device through a surface, but first make sure your table meets Ikea’s recommendations before you jump into the purchase. For the charger to work, you will need a wooden or plastic desk with a thickness of 8 to 22 mm.

As shown in the video above, the charger is mounted using two adhesive strips, but you can use your own screws for a more permanent attachment. Ikea also includes a transparent sticker that you can affix above the charger to know where to place your device on the table.

You won’t have to break the bank to get this wireless charger either, since IKEA offers it in France. priced at 29.99 euros. According to the Swedish giant’s website, the wireless charger is already available in most of its stores, but you can also order it over the internet.

Source: IKEA