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Nissan (7201T and NSANY ADR)* said today that it is the only automaker to offer Qi2 wireless charging in the U.S. with 2026 versions of the Pathfinder and Murano. (1 Pathfinder. 2 Murano. See Inevitable footnotes below.)**
“It’s a common frustration: placing a phone in a wireless charger, only to arrive with it hardly charged, or worse – overheated or shifted out of place. The Qi2 (pronounced chee-two) wireless charger is a huge step forward. One major difference from previous-generation chargers is easy to spot: The Qi2 charger features a raised magnetic circle. This holds phones in place with the magnetized back of iPhones (12 and newer), Google Pixels (10 and newer) and Android devices with compatible accessory cases, Nissan said in a release.
With the magnetized puck-like surface, drivers can easily place their phone on the charger and know it’s working without needing to adjust it mid-drive,” said Angela Moon, a senior manager of Research and Development at Nissan Technical Center North America (NTCNA) in Farmington Hills, Michigan.
“Proper alignment is critical when it comes to wireless charging,” said Matt Zimmerman, a manager of Research and Development at NTCNA. “Even a few millimeters can cause a big drop in performance. The magnetic puck helps ensure the phone is properly aligned to receive optimal charging – even with modern phones’ large cameras.”
Another improvement is the addition of a fan, which helps cool both the charger and the phone. “Thermal management has been a common challenge in earlier generations of wireless charging systems. The fan greatly reduces the amount of generated heat,” Moon said. The benefits of the fan are twofold: By reducing the temperature, it not only helps prevent the risk of overheating – which can cause a phone to stop charging while it cools down – it also enhances efficiency. “Simply put, a phone can charge faster when it’s cooler,” Moon said.
By adopting the Qi2 charger, Nissan drivers get faster, steadier charging – and fewer daily frustrations. That’s because the Qi2 charger delivers consistent power up to 15 watts, compared to the 5 watts of many previous-generation chargers.
“Previous designs would adjust power delivery, especially if the charger became too warm,” Zimmerman said. “In this latest version, the need for that fluctuation is greatly reduced. Users will arrive at their destination with a battery more charged than was possible with the outgoing charger.”
Combined with the cooling fan, the time it takes to go from 10% charged to 90% charged was reduced from four hours to just over 90 minutes (footnote 3).
A small but important detail: an LED light indicates the Qi2 charger’s status. A solid orange light indicates charging is underway; a green light indicates the device is fully charged; and a flashing orange light indicates a foreign object is detected. The latter can alert the driver if keys or a wallet were placed on the charger, but can also signal that the phone is not secure on the charging pad.
“The Qi2 charger is all about enhancing usability, and the charging indicator light supports that goal. It eliminates the guesswork; you can check if your phone is charging with a quick glance,” Zimmerman said.
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**Inevitable Chee-Two (Qi2) Footnotes
- Available feature. Compatible phone required. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2026 Pathfinder vs. latest in-market competitors in the Large XSUV segment. Based on manufacturers’ websites.
- Available feature. Compatible phone required. AutoPacific Segmentation. 2026 Murano vs. latest in-market competitors in the premium mid-sized XSUV segment. Based on manufacturers’ websites.
- Approximate times during internal testing using an iPhone 14 Pro.
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe.
Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap.
AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
Nissan Claims to Kill Wireless Phone Charging Bugs
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Nissan (7201T and NSANY ADR)* said today that it is the only automaker to offer Qi2 wireless charging in the U.S. with 2026 versions of the Pathfinder and Murano. (1 Pathfinder. 2 Murano. See Inevitable footnotes below.)**
“It’s a common frustration: placing a phone in a wireless charger, only to arrive with it hardly charged, or worse – overheated or shifted out of place. The Qi2 (pronounced chee-two) wireless charger is a huge step forward. One major difference from previous-generation chargers is easy to spot: The Qi2 charger features a raised magnetic circle. This holds phones in place with the magnetized back of iPhones (12 and newer), Google Pixels (10 and newer) and Android devices with compatible accessory cases, Nissan said in a release.
With the magnetized puck-like surface, drivers can easily place their phone on the charger and know it’s working without needing to adjust it mid-drive,” said Angela Moon, a senior manager of Research and Development at Nissan Technical Center North America (NTCNA) in Farmington Hills, Michigan.
“Proper alignment is critical when it comes to wireless charging,” said Matt Zimmerman, a manager of Research and Development at NTCNA. “Even a few millimeters can cause a big drop in performance. The magnetic puck helps ensure the phone is properly aligned to receive optimal charging – even with modern phones’ large cameras.”
Another improvement is the addition of a fan, which helps cool both the charger and the phone. “Thermal management has been a common challenge in earlier generations of wireless charging systems. The fan greatly reduces the amount of generated heat,” Moon said. The benefits of the fan are twofold: By reducing the temperature, it not only helps prevent the risk of overheating – which can cause a phone to stop charging while it cools down – it also enhances efficiency. “Simply put, a phone can charge faster when it’s cooler,” Moon said.
By adopting the Qi2 charger, Nissan drivers get faster, steadier charging – and fewer daily frustrations. That’s because the Qi2 charger delivers consistent power up to 15 watts, compared to the 5 watts of many previous-generation chargers.
“Previous designs would adjust power delivery, especially if the charger became too warm,” Zimmerman said. “In this latest version, the need for that fluctuation is greatly reduced. Users will arrive at their destination with a battery more charged than was possible with the outgoing charger.”
Combined with the cooling fan, the time it takes to go from 10% charged to 90% charged was reduced from four hours to just over 90 minutes (footnote 3).
A small but important detail: an LED light indicates the Qi2 charger’s status. A solid orange light indicates charging is underway; a green light indicates the device is fully charged; and a flashing orange light indicates a foreign object is detected. The latter can alert the driver if keys or a wallet were placed on the charger, but can also signal that the phone is not secure on the charging pad.
“The Qi2 charger is all about enhancing usability, and the charging indicator light supports that goal. It eliminates the guesswork; you can check if your phone is charging with a quick glance,” Zimmerman said.
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**Inevitable Chee-Two (Qi2) Footnotes
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.