First off… I apologize for the late response. I wanted to make sure that I had ample time to give a thorough a review.
Packaging:
Simple box with minimal internal packaging for easy unboxing. (which I personally enjoy)
Setup:
No set up needed for the powerpad, other than plugging in the power cable/power brick. Watch set up, you need to open up the bottom part of the powerpad, there are cable channels to route the watch charger…and bonus there is a usb plug inside so you don’t have to worry about more cables. I did get a little confused with routing the cables (tried without looking at the instructions first) once I consulted the instructions I was able to get it done easily.
Once you do that you’re ready to go.
Functionality:
watch:
There are two charging positions for the watch. The watch charger pops up it can charge on its side. Or pushed in flush with the charging station and you can have your watch laying flat.
Now maybe depending on your watch band it might be a bit more challenging to get your watch to stay charging while its laying flat…I keep mine popped up and it charges on it side without issue.
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Phone:
The charging for the phone is pretty straight forward. Making sure that the bulk of the phone must be in the circle (which indicates where to put your phone). The circle is rubberized so your phone does not slip in case you accidentally bump the charging station.
I have an iPhone 8. from 1%-100% charge took approx 2.25 hrs. The phone will not charge when it is face down (which is indicated in the instructions). My wife has a iPhone 8 plus which took just under 2hrs to charge from 1%-100%.
Takeaway:
I thoroughly enjoyed working with the powerpad + watch stand. clean minimalist look, clears up cable clutter by managing your watch charger internally. Easy to use.
My only complaint with this is that I have to take my phone case off before each charge, I have a pop socket which prevents the phone from charging (This is indicated in the instructions however). If you have a normal phone case you should be able to charge without having to take your case off, It is only a minor inconvenience, though. Definitely not a deal breaker.
Thank you for your time.
