Fast charging using Apple charging disk (not regular cord)

[mk313]

I'm guessing the answer is no, but figured I would ask to make sure. I've reviewed the Apple document ton how to get fast charging on watch Series 7 (and later) and you need the 20W Charger, plus the usb-c charging cord. I have that at my desk & it works great, but is there a way to get fast charging using any other charger?


I much prefer a charging stand by my bed, as the cord itself easily moves around & when it's dark, it's sometimes hard to find. I currently have a charging disk (not sure what it's called & it doesn't seem like apple sells it any longer. Googling every combination I can think of this morning doens't seem to bring up that model) that is made by apple, it packs flat, is white leather & has a little pop up thing in the center. You plug a lighting cord into the back of it & you can charge your watch on it. Ideally I'd like to use that (or something similar-small & compact is great for when I travel), but be able to get the fast charging.

Anyone know if this is possible, or is is the official charging cable only.

Thanks in advance,

 

[bricktop_at]

Nope that’s not possible since it’s an older model charger. I use that one too on my nightstand, simply because it looks really nice and I can live with the longer charging time

 

[mk313]

Nope that’s not possible since it’s an older model charger. I use that one too on my nightstand, simply because it looks really nice and I can live with the longer charging time

Thanks! Appreciate the confirmation.

 

[bricktop_at]

It‘s called charging dock btw

 

[mk313]

Thanks. I would not have guessed that in a million years.

 

[valynor]

you need the 20W Charger, plus the usb-c charging cord

You don't need the 20W charger, you need ANY 5W+ USB-C charger that supports the power delivery standard.

 

[mk313]

You don't need the 20W charger, you need ANY 5W+ USB-C charger that supports the power delivery standard.

Thanks. For some reason I thought we did.

 

[arc of the universe]

mk313,​

the Apple MagSafe Duo charger is great.
regarding its fast charging limitations, pls see the PC Mag article.

Apple MagSafe Duo Charger Review

The portable MagSafe Duo makes it easy to provide power to your AirPods, Apple Watch, and iPhone, with the ability charge up to two at the same time.

www.pcmag.com

 

[FreakinEurekan]

There are lots of options to put the Apple charging puck into a fixture. Heck, I 3D printed this one for my sister a couple of years ago.

 

[mk313]

mk313,​

the Apple MagSafe Duo charger is great. but fast charging, no

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Apple MagSafe Duo Charger Review

The portable MagSafe Duo makes it easy to provide power to your AirPods, Apple Watch, and iPhone, with the ability charge up to two at the same time.

www.pcmag.com

Thanks! I suspected that, but held out hope, as they list it as a fast charging solution, but that only seems to refer to the phones. Appreciate the confirmation.

 

[mk313]

There are lots of options to put the Apple charging puck into a fixture. Heck, I 3D printed this one for my sister a couple of years ago.

Thanks. I never really thought of that, but that would solve my problem. I;'ll have to search around for one. Appreciate the comment.

 

[mlody]

It‘s called charging dock btw

I think the full name is Apple Watch magnetic charging dock if I am not mistaken. I have two of those