Apple has been a pioneer in wireless charging technology for years, integrating it into iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods. Yet, when it comes to iPads, wireless charging remains absent. If you’re wondering why Apple hasn’t introduced this feature, whether there are workarounds, and if a wireless-charging iPad is on the horizon, this article has all the answers.

Will there be an iPad with Wireless Charging?

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No, Apple has not introduced wireless charging on any iPad model to date. While iPhones have had wireless charging since the iPhone 8, and AirPods can be charged wirelessly, iPads still require a wired connection. However, you can use third-party wireless charging adapters to achieve a similar effect, though it’s not an official Apple solution.

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Why Don’t iPads Have Wireless Charging?

Several key reasons prevent Apple from adding wireless charging to iPads:

1. Metal Body Design

Current iPads are made from aluminum, which is incompatible with Qi wireless charging. Wireless charging relies on electromagnetic induction, which doesn’t work through metal. To implement wireless charging, Apple would need to switch to a glass or plastic back, which could compromise durability and the premium feel of iPads.

2. Size and Power Limitations

Wireless charging is slower than wired charging, and given the large battery capacity of iPads, this would be a significant drawback. While phones with wireless charging typically charge at 15W, iPads require much more power, making a viable wireless solution more complex.

3. Heat Dissipation Issues

Wireless charging generates heat, and iPads’ larger batteries could exacerbate this issue. Excessive heat could degrade battery life and affect device performance, making it a challenging feature to implement safely.

4. Lack of Market Demand

Apple prioritizes features that enhance user experience and have strong demand. While wireless charging is convenient, it may not be a high priority for most iPad users, as the device is often used in stationary settings where plugging in isn’t a major inconvenience.

Are There Workarounds for Wireless Charging on iPads?

Yes, but they aren’t ideal. You can purchase a wireless charging receiver adapter that connects to your iPad’s USB-C or Lightning port.

This adapter allows you to place your iPad on a Qi wireless charging pad, but it still requires a wired connection to the adapter itself, making it a partial solution rather than true wireless charging.

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Benefits of iPads with Wireless Charging 

The reason I am raving about iPads and wireless charging is that it has so many benefits and would make the experience with an iPad even better. Some of the benefits are:&nbsp,

• Wireless charging is way more convenient, just think about it, you can place it on a charging pad and leave it to charge. You can even use it when on the charging pad more comfortably compared to fiddling with wires.&nbsp,

• Wireless charging on iPads can also allow for reverse charging of other devices, for example, you can place your AirPods or iPhone on the back of your iPad and they can get charged similarly to charging an Apple pencil. This is possible because of the huge battery in iPads.&nbsp,

• It can improve battery performance and life if used the right way.&nbsp,Safer since you don’t have to play with wires, and no one will trip over them.&nbsp,

• You can charge multiple devices with supported wireless chargers, you can even charge different smartphones that support Qi charging with the same pad.&nbsp,So, Will there be an iPad with Wireless Charging?

These benefits are just too good to avoid wireless charging on iPads, they can make the whole Apple ecosystem better. And these are some of the reasons I want wireless charging on iPads.

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iPad with wireless charging: The Future

Apple has supported wireless charging on its phones for a few generations now, that is since the iPhone 8. While it is clear why iPads don’t have wireless charging, lack of need, or competition, it still is something that would be an amazing feature. So, Will there be an iPad with Wireless Charging?

Apple also has wireless charging on Apple Watches and AirPods. While we don’t know what the future holds, it sure seems bleak in terms of wireless charging for iPads. The rumor mill is silent about wireless charging on iPads which means that it is unlikely that Apple surprises us.&nbsp,

A glass or plastic back is required for wireless and both have their disadvantages when they have to be implemented on iPads. A glass back can easily shatter because of the size and weight of an iPad. Plastic back is not as premium as glass or aluminum making it a no go for iPads as they are premium quality products.&nbsp,

There were rumors that suggested Apple is working on an all-glass back panel to integrate the MagSafe capabilities, however this did not pan out as an all-glass back panel proved to be too delicate and there are chances of it breaking easily.

Apple does have wireless charging on its new iPad Pros but it helps to charge the Apple Pencil 2 rather than charging the iPads themselves. If you place your Apple Pencil on the side, it will get charged, and since the pencil has a very small battery, it is feasible for Apple to set up a small cut-out in the aluminum frame that can charge it. Maybe Apple can use this method and have a cut out in the back of iPads to charge it wirelessly.&nbsp,

Another possibility is that iPads could use something different from Qi charging, a method similar to that of the WattUp system from Energous or the recently Xiaomi Mi Air Charge. While these are a stretch and something that are for the future, they will still work with iPads with aluminum bodies.&nbsp,&nbsp,

While it does seem very unlikely at least for the near future, I am kind of hopeful that Apple might surprise us. This hope is because Apple is doubling down on wireless charging on iPhones.

With the introduction of MagSafe combined with the rumors and leaks about the next iPhone being fully wireless, I am hoping that all this will trickle down to iPads too. Besides Apple knows about the advantages of wireless charging and that its customers will love it on an iPad.&nbsp,

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Apple iPad Wireless Charging

While Apple is not planning on manufacturing iPads that are equipped with wireless charging technology, there are third-party solutions out there. For example, wireless chargers such as The iPort Launch Port or Launch by iPort.

The iPort Launch is a wireless charger that is tailor-made for Apple iPads. It comes with an induction charger and a matching case for the iPad. Additionally, the charger is equipped with magnetic technology and can be mounted on the wall or on the table.

What's amazing about the Launch is that the iPad case not only allows you to access all the buttons, it actually offers amazing durability. An iPad with the iPort case can take a 6ft drop without any issues. You can use the iPad while it's charging on the mount as well. The only issue as such is that the base charger needs a 12V power source to function.

Like the iPort, you can always get a universal Qi Adapter with a lightning connector and charge it wirelessly. However, you might as well resort to charging it traditionally, if you are going to connect the adapter to the iPad through a lightning cable.

Final Thoughts

Wireless charging is a game-changer, no matter which device it is available on. And the fact that iPads don’t have it makes me sad because I absolutely love wireless charging. It is safe, convenient, and can lead to other possibilities like reverse charging from iPads. All this will make the experience so much better with an iPad.&nbsp,

It is hard to judge whether there is going to be an iPad in the future with wireless charging and it seems more unlikely. But it is possible so I have hope that Apple will introduce wireless charging to its iPads given the advantages of wireless charging. Only time will tell when, if at all we get it.

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Does the iPad Air 5 support wireless charging?

While new iPhones like the iPhone 12 and 13 Series have Wireless charging capabilities, iPads still don't. iPhones even support two different types of wireless charging, Qi and MagSafe. But what about recent iPads, like the iPad Air 5, does it have wireless charging?

The answer is a big fat NO. The iPad Air 5 doesn't have wireless charging of any kind. No iPads or MacBooks have wireless charging. However, Apple is rumored to be working on a wireless charging iPad Pro for the next generation. These iPads are also expected to be powered by the new M2 chip.

This means the iPad Air 6 will probably not support wireless charging. However, I hope we get MagSafe with the next generation of iPad Pros.&nbsp,

I do wish Apple offered wireless charging with the newly redesigned iPad Mini given its small size. Anyways let us wait and see, more useful features could never hurt.

How to charge an iPad wirelessly

While iPads don't support wireless charging, it doesn't mean you can use a wireless charger with them. There is a way using which you can charge an iPad using a wireless charger. For this, you have to buy an accessory called Wireless Charger Receiver for iPad.&nbsp,

The Nillkin Wireless charger receiver can fit onto the back of your iPad and connect to the charging port via a USB C cable. You can then place the iPad on a Qi wireless charge and it will start charging your iPad. It is technically wired charging, but so is wireless on phones.

The only advantage is that you can place your iPad on a wireless charger and charge it. I wouldn't recommend it, but if you fancy it, you can give it a try.&nbsp,

Is iPad with Wireless Charging A Good Idea?

Depends on who you ask. People who have already invested in the Apple ecosystem and charge multiple devices wirelessly would like the idea of a wirelessly charging iPad. This is because they already have the necessary technology to charge it.

However, there are many who don't prefer wireless charging because of its slower speeds and also because it isn't truly wireless. But will adding wireless charging capability to an iPad make it better? The answer is Yes.&nbsp,

An iPad with wireless charging can make it more convenient to charge and since iPads already take hours to charge, its charging speeds won't be an inconvenience.&nbsp,

A wireless charging iPad could open up possibilities like reverse wireless charging,&nbsp, which means you can charge your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch wirelessly using the iPad. All this makes me think that an iPad with Wireless Charging is a good idea, especially if doesn't increase the cost.

Apple Working on iPad Pro with Wireless Charging

According to Bloomberg, Apple is supposedly developing an iPad Pro with wireless charging capabilities. Bloomberg also reports that Apple is working on a wireless charging similar to MagSafe on iPhones for the new iPad Pro.&nbsp,

Bloomberg also says that wireless charging of the iPad Pro will be slower than wired charging through the Thunderbolt port. And the iPad Pro is reported to have reverse wireless charging capabilities, which will allow it to charge iPhones and accessories like AirPods, Apple Watch, etc.&nbsp,

All this sure makes the upcoming iPad Pro exciting in the battery department.

While this was meant to be included in the new 2022 iPad Pro, the plan fell through and the iPad Pro was released without MagSafe charging capabilities.

However, there are rumors that suggest Apple might consider including this new feature in their upcoming range of iPad's, post 2023 - 2024 by following a different design altogether.

The new iPad with wireless charging is expected to have a larger Apple logo at the back of the iPad that's made from a durable glass-like material and the MagSafe charging will sit beneath the housing allowing the device to be charged wirelessly.

According to some sources, Apple has a couple of prototypes ready, but they are still in the early testing phase and we can only confirm if it'll become a reality once the Cupertino giant decides to make an announcement regarding wireless charging in the iPad Pro.

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