'Twelve South' debuted a new multipurpose mobile device charger named the 'HiRise3.' This charger is compatible with three different Apple-branded devices, including iPhones, Apple Watches, and Apple AirPods. The phone charging port is a MagSafe-enabled charger, meaning it will only work with MagSafe-compatible iPhone devices. This is also beneficial for holding the phone in place while it charges so that it does not slide off the charger or desk.
The other two ports are a desktop charging port for AirPods and a hanging charging port with a convenient mount for an Apple Watch. The charger itself outputs only 7.5-watts by default, though customers can upgrade the power output block with a third-party offering to increase the potential power output of the device, resulting in faster charging for Apple devices.
Minimalist Mobile Device Chargers
Twelve South Debuted an Apple Charger for Three Devices
Trend Themes
1. Multipurpose Mobile Chargers - There is an opportunity for companies to create and market multipurpose mobile chargers that can charge multiple devices from different brands.
2. Magsafe-enabled Chargers - There is an opportunity for companies to develop MagSafe-enabled chargers that can hold the phone in place while it charges and prevent it from sliding off the charger or desk.
3. Customizable Power Output Blocks - There is an opportunity for companies to offer customizable power output blocks that customers can upgrade to in order to increase the charging speed of their devices.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile Device Accessories - Companies in the mobile device accessories industry can benefit from creating multipurpose chargers and MagSafe-enabled chargers that work with different devices.
2. Electronics Manufacturing - There is an opportunity for electronics manufacturing companies to create and produce power output blocks that can be customized and upgraded for faster charging.
3. Consumer Electronics Retail - Retail companies selling consumer electronics can benefit from offering multipurpose and MagSafe-enabled chargers, as well as customizable power output blocks for customers to upgrade their charging experience.