Budget-conscious device managers and technology procurement teams shopping for wireless charging accessories now have a marked-down option to consider. According to WIRED, Google's Pixelsnap Charger with Stand — a Qi2 25W magnetic wireless charger with a removable puck and detachable stand — is being offered at a 50 percent discount. The publication reports that the puck alone typically sells for $40, while the current deal prices the puck-and-stand bundle at $35.
A familiar standard, a lower entry price
WIRED describes the Pixelsnap as a puck-style Qi2 25W magnetic charger with a rounded form and soft-touch finish that mirrors Google's curvy Pixel range. According to WIRED, Qi2 wireless charging works like Apple's MagSafe: a ring of magnets keeps the phone aligned to the charger, ensuring efficient and speedy wireless charging. The current promotion bundles the puck with a curvy stand, letting users prop the phone on a nightstand and double it as an alarm clock.
Wireless charging makes a daily task just a little bit easier.
Compatibility and charging speeds
WIRED reports that the Pixelsnap supports the latest Qi2 25W release, delivering up to 25 watts to compatible phones such as the Pixel 10 Pro XL, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, and iPhone 17 series. Older iPhones, the rest of the Pixel 10 range, and various other Samsung phones charge at 15W.
| Device category | Reported max charging speed |
|---|---|
| Pixel 10 Pro XL, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, iPhone 17 series | 25W |
| Older iPhones, rest of Pixel 10 range, various Samsung phones | 15W |
Design details for overnight and on-the-go use
WIRED's Simon Hill notes the Pixelsnap's smart design: the charger puck can be popped out of the stand and sticks to the back of the phone, allowing users to continue scrolling while the battery tops up. Hill wrote, "I love being able to stick my phone onto the charger at night without fumbling around for a cable." The stand itself is useful for overnight charging, keeping the phone propped up and visible.
Power adapter and future device compatibility
The bundle does not include a power adapter, according to WIRED. For buyers who need one, the publication recommends the Anker Nano 30W at $16 as an affordable option. WIRED also notes that with the Pixel 11 range just around the corner, Google may be prepping a new charger, but it is likely the Pixelsnap will work with the new phones as well.
For enterprise buyers evaluating standardized charging accessories, WIRED's reporting provides concrete reference points: a $35 bundle for a Qi2 25W charger and stand, compatibility across current Pixel, Samsung, and iPhone generations, and a $16 adapter recommendation. These figures, as reported, give procurement teams a baseline for comparing charger costs across device fleets.
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