Nokia joins Wireless Power Consortium

The Wireless Power Consortium (the Consortium) has announced that Nokia, the world’s largest mobile phone manufacturer, has joined the Consortium.

“Wireless charging technology carries significant potential to enhance consumer experience of battery charging” said Markku Verkama, Director, Devices R&D, Nokia. “Consumers expect ease of use and general compatibility of mobile devices. By joining the Wireless Power Consortium, Nokia continues to support the open standards approach that aims to meet these consumer expectations. Wireless Power Consortium is the first serious effort by the leading companies to harmonize the wireless charging technologies.”

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