There's a lot of excitement about the news that Apple is working on a new iPad Pro that can charge wirelessly. But the feature may be more of a convenience than a necessity.
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Wireless charging has been the standard for Apple smartphones since the release of the iPhone 8 in 2017, but not for iPads. That could change with the next iPad Pro, however. Apple is reportedly working on bringing wireless charging to its tablets, allowing users to ditch the cables in favor of induction mats and wireless stands.
"Because of its portable nature, I think wireless charging would be a huge improvement," Gadget Review CEO Christen Costa said in an email interview with Lifewire. "People on the go can be set back significantly if their iPad runs out of battery and they have to wait for it to charge while they're plugged into an outlet, but wireless charging would ensure that active workers never have to deal with that issue again."
Wireless charging would presumably work the same on the iPad as it does on the iPhone, with the size of the device (and possibly the charger) being the only real difference. The iPad would be placed on an induction mat or charging stand, allowing you to grab it and go when you need it.
