Wired vs. Wireless Charging
The Refresh ($89.95) charging station was designed to be a catch-all for personal mobile electronics. Constructed with both functionality and style in mind the Refresh comes in 3 different stylish colors (white, pink, and black) with a very modern feel. The rubberized lid prevents devices from sliding around and is large enough to accommodate 3 or more items depending on their size. Concealed below the lid are 6 built in connectors, 2 iPod/iPhone connectors, both a Mini & Micro USB cable, and 2 empty USB sockets to be used as needed. Additional connectors for specific devices can also be bought for $5.95 directly from their site. Each of the cables can reach up around the lower lip of the lid to start charging any of the up to 6 devices. The Refresh is a great addition to any home with numerous mobile devices and cables.
blueLounge also makes a big brother to the Refresh named The Sanctuary which is mainly targeted towards business use. With a slightly larger footprint and a dozen different connectors The Sanctuary makes for being the perfect desk mate and could add that extra umph to a sale if a client needs a quick charge. The Sanctuary starts at a hefty $129.95 price point which makes it a little tougher to justify but it certainly looks a bit more professional.
The wireless charging stations may be the wave of the future but either of these seem to be a far more versatile and practical choice. In 2 years from now I'd say go ahead and check out Powermat, but in the mean time I'd consider blueLounge instead.
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